NEC X, the Silicon Valley-based venture studio powered by NEC’s advanced tech, has unveiled the seven promising startups selected for its Elev X! Ignite Batch 12 cohort. Since 2018, NEC X has played a key role in launching over 130 tech startups, transforming innovative concepts into scalable ventures.

AI Transform, the UK AI conference specifically aimed at small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), is being held at The Slate in Coventry on 23rd October 2024. The event will bring together industry leaders, AI experts, and forward-thinking SME decision-makers to explore the transformative potential of AI for small businesses.

UK-based sponsorship insights platform, Luscid, has entered into a partnership with Canadian sponsorship and experiential marketing firm XMC to help brands in the region make more informed and impactful partnership decisions. This collaboration builds on Luscid's earlier expansion into the APAC region.

New research from Mendix has found that low-code tools are no longer simply a tactical solution for departmental fixes, but a strategic enterprise enabler that supports digital transformation at an organisational level. 54% of respondents rank digital transformation as their leading low-code use case.

Growth Studio has announced the launch of its newest accelerator programme, SELECT by Growth Studio aimed at supporting startups tackling the triple planetary crisis.

Manchester-based data and marketing specialist, Go Live Data, has announced its acquisition of MIB, a prominent player in fleet and automotive data in the UK. Effective from 4th October, MIB will become part of Go Live Data's portfolio, which already boasts clients such as AXA Health, Premier Line, and Amazon Business.

London Sport, a charity dedicated to improving the health and well-being of Londoners through increased access to sport and physical activity, has announced a strategic partnership with Satisfi Labs, an AI-driven conversational experience platform. Through this collaboration, Satisfi Labs will serve as the official conversational AI partner for London Sport, supporting over 3,000 organisations in making sport and physical activity more accessible to the public.

At the Beyond_ event, Spain’s PLD Space revealed its strategic roadmap, commemorating the first anniversary of its MIURA 1 launch success. The company provided updates on its MIURA 5 programme, highlighting notable advancements. PLD Space confirmed it is on track to hit major milestones and aims to kick off its launch campaign by late 2025.

Heronic Technologies, an AI accelerator architecture specialist and spinout from Imperial College London, has been selected for commercial and technical discussions with ROHM Semiconductor, one of Japan’s leading electronics firms.

Tracxn, a SaaS-driven global market intelligence platform, has published its latest Geo Quarterly Report: UAE Tech Q3 2024. Drawing from its extensive database, the report offers a snapshot of the tech funding landscape in the UAE.

Registration is now open for Integrated Systems Europe (ISE), the annual event for the audiovisual and systems integration industry. Set to take place from 4th to 7th February at Fira de Barcelona Gran Vía, ISE 2025 promises an exhilarating showcase with new features, enhanced accessibility, and a fresh focus on innovative content. A highlight of this year’s event is the debut of Hall 8.1, easily accessed via the North Entrance, designed to streamline the attendee experience.

Seraphim Space, also known as Generation Space in the United States, has unveiled the participants for its Mission 14 accelerator programme, aimed at nurturing early-stage startups within the global spacetech industry.

A recent study by innovation scaleup Wazoku, in collaboration with researchers from King’s Business School, has highlighted the growing role of Generative AI (GenAI) and Large Language Models (LLMs) in global innovation efforts. The report, titled "Usage of AI Tools in Crowdsourcing Challenges", sheds light on how these tools are transforming the way people approach problem-solving.

Tourism management is undergoing a radical transformation, with technology playing a crucial role in this shift. From visitor experiences to smart destination planning, innovation is revolutionising the sector, paving the way for more sustainable, inclusive, and efficient tourism.

Crypto Quantique, a provider of quantum-driven security for the Internet of Things (IoT), has announced a collaboration with ADLINK Technology, a global pioneer in Edge computing, to simplify the secure boot process for industrial PCs (IPCs) using its QuarkLink security platform.

The Startup OLÉ fair's eleventh edition in Salamanca's capital will take place from 8th to 10th October 2024 at the Palacio de Congresos de Salamanca and the Colegio Arzobispo Fonseca. It is supported at the national level by CDTI, ICO AXIS and Enisa, and at the regional level by Ayuntamiento, Diputación, Universidad de Salamanca and Junta de Castilla y León.

New research from ServiceNow, the AI-driven business transformation platform, reveals that British companies rank among the most AI-optimistic and mature in Europe. However, challenges remain, particularly around skills gaps and concerns over AI-generated inaccuracies.

Innovate UK’s £1.5 million MARCONI project is set to transform the landscape of quantum key distribution (QKD) by developing and demonstrating high-fidelity, modular, and scalable receiver modules.

Drofa Comms, a global finance PR consulting agency, is excited to announce its next Communicate Fintech event in London on October 8, 2024.

Zoom Media UK, the global media company that specialises in reaching “generation active”, is stepping up to support SMEs by offering up to £250,000 worth of free digital media placements.