The last year has presented numerous challenges for businesses in various sectors, including persistent inflation and a fluctuating job market.

The notion of service has changed as technology evolves. We’re now much more comfortable using AI-powered smart assistants; everything from satnav to Alexa and Siri to fridges that tell us when we’re running low on milk, all there to take care of mundane tasks and make our lives easier. But we still love good, old-fashioned service that you can only get from human interactions – the person who remembers your name and favourite coffee order in your local cafe, or a beaming smile and extra snack from the cabin crew on a long flight.

Technology has a vital role to play in addressing climate change if we’re to make any meaningful change – a point reiterated in the IPCC’s Sixth Assessment Report published earlier this year.

Ahead of Small Business Saturday, an assembly of e-commerce experts, known as the E-Commerce Trade Commission (E-CTC), is advocating for enhanced support for small retailers to expand their growth through exports.

Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority launches cohort 04 of the Anjal Z Techstars Founder Catalyst Programme.

Bigcrafters, the new digital delivery platform for artisan products backed by Estrella Galicia, has chosen Mangopay, a provider of modular and flexible payment infrastructure for marketplaces and platforms, as its latest payment partner.

Genpact has announced the launch of its Genpact Artificial Intelligence (AI) Innovation Centre in London, marking a significant step in the company's commitment to transforming businesses through AI-driven outcomes.

According to a recent Hard Numbers report, the advent of ChatGPT has led to a significant surge in AI innovation in the UK, with the number of new companies incorporating 'AI' in their names increasing threefold since its launch.

VeUP, a global technology consultancy, has launched a new Advisor service range dedicated to Technology, Alliance and Marketing programmes that fuel rapid growth for Amazon Web Services (AWS) focused startups.  

A Nurse turned health-tech founder who lives in Greater Manchester has won an award at this year’s Computing Women in Tech Excellence Awards.

A new study conducted by the accountancy firm Accounts Direct firm sheds light on the daily challenges and annoyances facing UK workers and business owners every day. Findings reveal over 40% of managers struggle to balance work-life demands, whilst around 1 in 3 employees find heavy workloads and tight deadlines the biggest challenge in their job. 

Over two-thirds (69%) of UK employees say their workplace allocates funds for Christmas activities such as parties, decorations and employee gifts. Among those employees, almost half (49%) are in favour of some of these funds going towards charities of their choice according to an Ipsos poll commissioned by GlobalGiving UK1.

A leading PR agency based in Harrogate, Cause UK, has achieved B Corps certification.

Entrepreneurs work hard, but are they maximizing their time and their potential for results, while keeping themselves healthy? A new survey by virtual assistant company Time Etc, suggests many are paying a price for failing to delegate their administrative tasks.

Anglia Components has unveiled plans to expand its Anglia Live eCommerce platform across Europe, driven by substantial investments in its logistics and website development.

Collctiv and Ryft, two Manchester-based fintech companies, have announced a strategic partnership with the aim of transforming the group payment sector and offering a more customisable checkout experience.

Elite Business Magazine announces the opening of nominations for its prestigious "Elite Business 100 Top SME Business Awards 2024." The impressive listing celebrates excellence within the SME community and recognises their outstanding achievements.

1nhaler, a Scotland-based drug delivery device developer, has raised £2 million to develop its unique single-use dry powder inhaler (DPI).

QuantumDiamonds, the quantum sensing company, announces the raise of €7 million in seed funding led by IQ Capital and Earlybird.

FinCrime Dynamics, the financial crime prevention AI company, is pleased to appoint Joanne Dewar, the recognised Fintech leader to join the board.