South Summit Korea, co-organised by IE University, in collaboration with the Government of Gyeonggi and GBSA (Gyenggido Business & Science Accelerator), will bring together more than 80 world experts in Artificial Intelligence and Deep Tech. This is the first edition of the SS Korea Championship, which will be held from September 25 to 27 in Suwon (Gyeonggi Province).

In a transformative partnership, Irish startup SQUID, known for its innovative loyalty platform, has joined forces with Square, a leading provider of commerce and financial services, to deliver spend-based loyalty programmes for independent businesses across Ireland and the UK.

DeepL, a global language AI company, has introduced significant improvements to its glossary feature, designed to boost translation precision and uniformity.

French AI startup Mistral has launched its first multimodal model, Pixtral 12B, capable of processing both text and images.

TeamSystem, a tech company specialising in business management solutions for SMEs and professionals, has accelerated its expansion in the Spanish market by acquiring 100% of the social capital of Distrito K.

Fiverr has unveiled its new Financial Services Vertical, recognising the financial sector's significant influence on the global economy and addressing the rising demand for roles such as fractional CFOs. This initiative aims to support a new wave of startups and entrepreneurs.

Feldspar, the UK-based technology company, has announced three senior appointments to its newly formed board of directors, including the role of chairperson.

As the country braces for an anticipated "painful" Budget this autumn, fresh research from independent SME funder Bibby Financial Services (BFS) highlights that UK SMEs see tax incentives and access to finance as crucial for unlocking growth.

OX Delivers has announced plans to nearly double its UK workforce, initiating a recruitment drive for various skilled roles at its West Midlands headquarters. This expansion aligns with the company's next phase in developing its next-generation electric truck, where these roles will be key to scaling up continuous truck production.

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and the Ministry of Justice (MOJ) have launched applications for their upcoming Reverse Pitch events – a dynamic initiative that brings together government and startups to drive digital transformation and enhance the citizen experience.

The Enterprise Investment Scheme Association (EISA) celebrated 30 years of the Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) on 18th September.

In a nation increasingly drawn to the power of positive thinking, more than half of Brits (52%) are turning to manifestation as their preferred method for turning aspirations into reality. From daily meditations to vision boards, these practices are becoming a regular part of many people's routines.

The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) opens registration for CES 2025. CES 2025 will break news of groundbreaking tech, facilitate unparalleled networking, and introduce game-changing innovations. CES is the most powerful tech event in the world and takes place January 7-10, 2025 in Las Vegas.

The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) and France Digitale, the leading startup association in Europe, are once again partnering to co-host CES Tech Trends, a global kickoff event for CES 2025. CES Tech Trends will be held on September 18, 2024 at the Musée des Arts Forains in Paris during France Digitale’s FDDay 2024. This top innovation event convenes European entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders to discuss the latest trends in business, tech, and society. CES Tech Trends will preview what to expect at CES 2025. Owned and produced by CTA, CES 2025 returns to Las Vegas January 7-10, 2025. 

For the first time in history, the Consumer Technology Association (CTA) and CES are launching a shared brand identity. Also, CES.tech is transforming with a completely new design, offering an enhanced user experience. 

BlueFlame AI, a specialist in Gen AI solutions for the alternative investment management sector, has unveiled Nexus, an AI-powered tool designed to revolutionise how firms locate, analyse, and report on unstructured data within their documents.

Sage, a prominent provider of accounting, financial, HR, and payroll solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), has unveiled its Carbon Measurement API. This tool aims to equip banks with the necessary resources to assist their SME clients on the journey toward achieving net-zero emissions.

Worksmart is marking its sixth anniversary, celebrating six years of transforming the work-life balance for local professionals with its premium serviced offices in the heart of Cheshire.

A new analysis commissioned by Thermology Health, a medtech spin-out from the National Physical Laboratory (NPL), revealed that its technology for screening and detecting diabetic foot ulcers could significantly improve patient outcomes and save the NHS more than £200 million annually over the next five years.

The Baltic States' premier startup event, Startup Fair, returns to Vilnius, Lithuania, on 3rd October. This year's event expects to attract over 2,000 participants and 430 investors from 68 countries. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear from over 60 speakers, watch a startup competition, and network with key players in the industry.