Oxford Ionics has announced that it has been selected by the UK’s DSIT and Innovate UK for the Quantum Missions pilot to unlock scalable and commercially-useful quantum computing.

In the fast-paced business world, leadership isn't just about what you say, it's about how you say it and how you present yourself physically. Your visuals and your body language speak volumes before you even open your mouth. Whether you're in a boardroom, negotiating, or interviewing for a new position, the way you carry yourself will shape the instant perception others have of you. 

Crypto Quantique, a provider of quantum-driven silicon IP and an end-to-end security platform for embedded devices, is demonstrating the QuarkLink Hybrid PQC security platform at Embedded World 2025 on booth 5-171. The company is also showcasing its latest analogue and digital silicon IP offerings for device security.

The ways of working previous generations experienced are no longer reality. We don’t set out from school or college with a set career plan, the promise of future pay rises and promotions so we can buy houses and grow families, followed by rewarding pensions.

Analysis by equity management platform Vestd has revealed that men remain twice as likely to be part of a company share scheme for a second year.

Wearable tech startup UNA Watch has secured more than £300,000 investment from the backer of some of the UK’s most exciting consumer brands as it prepares to take on industry giants Apple and Garmin with the world’s first repairable modular GPS sports watch.

As a woman with dyscalculia and two writing degrees, I don’t exactly fit the traditional finance mould.

This year’s theme for International Women’s Day, Accelerate Action, emphasises the significance of moving beyond the surface and committing to the long-term inclusion of women in the workplace. While the gender gap is narrowing globally, it will likely take another five generations – over 134 years – to fully close this gap. The call to #AccelerateAction is urgent.

What do a controlling bully, a serial adulterer, and an alcoholic fraud have in common? I married them all. Big mistake!

The potential of AI to level up entrepreneurship was showcased in London last week, as fresh research finds over half of the UK’s Disabled entrepreneurs are embracing AI and many believe the technology could be a game-changer for their business.

More women are founding businesses than ever before, according to data from Gender Index. But founding is just the first step – YFM Equity Partners says that far more support is needed to enable female entrepreneurs to reach their full potential and to achieve entrepreneurial equality.

Women in business face unique challenges. Whether it's breaking into leadership roles, securing funding, or simply being seen and heard – the path is often harder for us than for men. But one of the most powerful tools we have in our armoury to change that? Community.

Starting a business is never easy, but starting one as a female founder in a highly regulated industry brings its own unique set of challenges.

At 17, I wanted a darkroom in the garage and to take photos all day… at 30, I was still convincing myself photography wasn’t a ‘real’ career.

What if optimising your hormonal health was the key to showing up as the strongest, most authentic version of yourself – working with your biology, not against it?