Samsung Electronics has acquired Oxford Semantic Technologies (OST), an Oxford University spinout known for its advanced AI applications using Knowledge & Reasoning. Founded in 2017 by professors Ian Horrocks, Boris Motik, and Bernardo Cuenca Grau, OST specialises in knowledge representation and semantic reasoning.

Element Materials Technology (Element), a global player in materials and product qualification testing, inspection, and certification services, recently unveiled the 18-month development journey of RegNav, its AI-driven regulatory intelligence platform for medical devices. This behind-the-scenes glimpse reveals Element's innovative approach to tackling significant industry challenges through cutting-edge technology.

The Hustle Awards 2024 saw the startup industry come together to celebrate some of the brightest talent the startup ecosystem has to offer.

Embracing emerging technologies is no longer sufficient to distinguish oneself in the financial services sector. Artificial intelligence has become the benchmark for innovation, with 91% of financial services companies either already implementing or planning to introduce AI solutions.

Definely, a LegalTech firm based in the UK and dedicated to simplifying legal documents, has announced a strategic investment from Raine Ventures, the venture arm of US investment firm The Raine Group.

Demand for Cloud computing skills is at an all-time high, and 59% of medium-sized enterprises purchased Cloud computing services last year.

DeepL, a global Language AI company, has announced the launch of its next-generation language model, powered by a highly-specialised LLM technology built specifically for translation and editing.

I’ve worked for brands like Nike and Disney-here are the five biggest mistakes startups make with their branding.

In the ever-evolving world of startups, the phrase "Empowered women empower women" holds profound significance. It encapsulates the spirit of mentorship, inspiration, and the transformative power of shared experiences.

Startup Adam, now operating in nine UK cities, is revolutionising the way customers find reliable and affordable tradespeople, eliminating long waiting times and uncertain pricing. The company is embarking on a new growth phase, bolstered by a €3 million investment from British Brighteye, a prominent European edtech venture capital fund, in a late-seed funding round.

Cloud accounting software facilitates online accounting and securely stores information in the Cloud, making it accessible to designated individuals anywhere, at any time.

13books Capital has successfully closed a £121 million fund aimed at propelling the next generation of fintech disruptors. This latest fund underscores 13books Capital's dedication to supporting visionary founders who are redefining the future of financial services.

CultureAI, a Human Risk Management Platform, recently secured $10 million in Series A funding. The round was co-led by Mercia Ventures and Smedvig Ventures, with continued backing from existing investors Passion Capital and Senovo.

Tech giant Microsoft is being investigated in the UK by The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), over whether its recruitment of staff from startup Inflection AI constitutes a merger.

Aryel, the Italian AdTech scaleup specialising in augmented reality, has unveiled its ambitious plans to expand into France and Germany. The company aims to secure significant acquisitions within the AdTech sector.