MongoDB has become a Corporate Partner of Tech Barcelona, strengthening its support for Barcelona's expanding technology sector.

Silicon Catalyst.UK, the UK arm of the only incubator dedicated to fostering semiconductor solutions, has opened the next application phase for the ChipStart UK incubator.

Evening Standard’s SME XPO is back in 2024, designed as a dynamic platform dedicated to empowering scaling businesses.

Barcelona City Council, in collaboration with its economic development agency Barcelona Activa, is set to support 32 startups at this year's 4YFN trade fair, a key event for startups running alongside the Mobile World Congress (MWC).

Tennant Company, renowned for its expertise in the design, manufacturing, and marketing of cleaning solutions, alongside Brain Corp, an eminent autonomous technology firm specialising in robotics and AI, have jointly announced an exclusive technology agreement aimed at propelling the development and adoption of advanced robotic solutions in the floor cleaning sector.

South Summit Brazil 2024, co-organized by IE University  and the Government of the State of Rio Grande do Sul, has announced the 50 finalist startups of the Startup Competition, selected from more than 2,000 startups submitted, in a process that has highlighted the quality and disruptive projects presented.

With a track record of investing in over 100 early stage enterprises dedicated to pioneering solutions for commercial, technological, and scientific challenges, Oxford Capital are passionate about investing in innovative early-stage companies with strong growth potential.

The Burning Heroes Founders Association announces the winners of the London Pitch Competition. Selected startups had the opportunity to pitch in front of investors from top VC firms, including Antler, Angels Den, Fuel Ventures, Longe VC, 271.vc and others. The final pitch took place on February 19th, 2024, at the Home Grown Members' Club. Participants competed in three categories: Best Startup, Best Product, and Best Business Model. 

In just a few days the eagerly-awaited Workspace Design Show, a leading trade show that brings together the UK workplace interiors community, will open its doors. Held at London’s Business Design Centre, handily placed in the heart of Islington, from 27-28 February 2024, the event offers attendees the chance to explore the latest industry trends, see the latest products, and find inspiration in the thought-provoking talks programmes.

The Pitching Platform, offering startups the opportunity to present their business ideas to accomplished entrepreneurs and secure £10,000 in marketing and legal support, is set to make its return at the East Midlands Real Entrepreneurs’ Awards at Nottingham University Business School on 25th April 2024.

In the realm of venture capital during 2023, the landscape for investors underwent notable changes.

A French startup revolutionising cardiology with an AI-powered digital twin of the heart, generated from pre-operative CT and MRI scans, secured a €20,000 reward as the 2024 European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) Awards winners were unveiled in Brussels on 20th April.

Lambeth Council has furthered its commitment to environmental sustainability by endorsing a climate tech ecosystem, aiding over 500 eco-friendly businesses with flexible workspaces, financing, and industry know-how.

Following the buzz surrounding the official announcement of the Elite Business Top 100 SMEs 2024, finalists are eagerly anticipating further recognition at the forthcoming EB100 2024 awards ceremony.

UK sustainable waste management company, Biffa, has launched a nationwide search for its next Change Maker, as part of its What Iff campaign.

Simpson & Partners, the British-owned electric vehicle (EV) charging manufacturer, has launched the Business Series, a range of elegant EV charging solutions for businesses and commercial premises.

 Greenerwave, the deeptech startup that specialises in the control of electromagnetic waves, has unveiled the version 2.0 of its reconfigurable intelligent surfaces (RIS).

Fintech startup okoora has facilitated cumulative savings exceeding $3 billion for its clients through international foreign exchange transactions to date.

LawtechUK, the initiative backed by the Ministry of Justice (MoJ), is hosting an open session, "GenerativeAI: Roadmap to 2030," scheduled for 4th March from 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm.

Nearly half (45%) of UAE organisations experienced a cyberattack or data access incident last year, as revealed by the 2023 Dell Technologies Global Data Protection Index, which surveyed 1,000 IT and 500 IT security decision-makers.