Bristol-based deep tech ecosystem, Science Creates, has launched an engineering biology accelerator programme to support life science start-ups and innovators in developing advancements in healthcare, the environment, and quality of life.

Upp., a London-based technology business that uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to disrupt how retailers market and sell their products online, has raised $10 million in a Seed funding round led by California based Bonfire Ventures.

As part of its ambitious growth plans and ongoing global hiring process, data management product company, Intix, has announced the appointment of Kurt Florus as the company’s new Chief Technology Officer (CTO).

As many as 2.75 million UK SMEs – 45% – do not have anyone leading their sustainability efforts despite the nation’s small businesses making up 99% of all UK businesses.

The next generation of children are growing up with digital devices all around them. As a result, they’re spending increasing amounts of time on these devices in passive consumption of content which is leading to a range of development issues.

Sir Tim Berners-Lee arrived in Italy for the WMF - We Make Future event on June 16th. The eminence of IT and inventor of the World Wide Web accompanied the participants of the eleventh edition of WMF, the International Trade Fair, and Festival on Tech and Digital Innovation, which took place from June 15th to 17th at the Rimini Expo Center (Italy), on a journey through time and into the future of the Web and humanity.

Settly, a HR platform for employee relocation, has raised €6 million from the French evergreen impact fund “2050” and Mediahuis Ventures, the Belgian venture capital fund of international publisher Mediahuis. It is Settly's first investment round after having single-handedly grown to over 50 employees in 7 European countries since its inception in 2019.

A Scottish company is seeking second round funding for what could be a breakthrough in wearable technology and a potential solution to the fact that the air we breathe is becoming irreversibly contaminated by chemical elements and particulate matter.

Access to finance is becoming a critical issue for UK small businesses, with new research finding that more than half (53%) would have to put plans on hold if they were unable to secure finance.

Last week Bev White, CEO of Nash Squared, was pleased to meet the Shadow Minister for Media, Data, and Digital Infrastructure, Stephanie Peacock MP.

Nothing, the London-based consumer technology brand, announces a $96 million fundraising round led by Highland Europe, with participation from existing investors GV (Google Ventures), EQT Ventures and C Capital, alongside house music supergroup Swedish House Mafia.

Playdate, the UK’s first dating app aimed solely at single parents has strengthened its team with three major new appointments.

Amazon Web Services (AWS) has announced the launch of the AWS Global Fintech Accelerator programme.

The highly anticipated Workspace Design Show is set to take place from October 11-12, 2023, at the RAI in Amsterdam. This premier event offers a fantastic opportunity for professionals to explore the latest trends, innovations, and ideas in workspace interiors. With over 2,500 workplace professionals expected to attend, this is an event you won't want to miss.

Upfront Diagnostics, a healthcare company focused on discovering novel biomarkers that can be applied to medical diagnosis, has announced a seed funding round of £1.6 million. The investment was led by APEX Ventures’ Medical Fund, following grant funding from SBRI Healthcare in partnership with Stroke Association, for Upfront Diagnostic’s patented blood-based diagnostic LVOne.

Jargon, buzz words, and constant technical developments can leave businesses overwhelmed with choice when it comes to selecting a communications system. In a digital age, using a comprehensive phone system is crucial to remaining competitive. But how do businesses decide which one is right for them?

London-based Weavr has announced the launch of Embedded Finance Cloud. The new solution will allow banks and other financial institutions to create and distribute embeddable financial products. Weavr believes that to do this efficiently and safely, this new type of orchestration platform is required.

Dexory has secured $19 million in Series A funding led by European VC firm Atomico, with participation from existing investors Lakestar, Kindred, Capnamic, and Maersk Growth, the investment arm of the global logistics and container shipping company, Maersk. As part of this investment Atomico Partner Ben Blume will join Dexory’s board of directors.

The UK economy could secure a £31 billion boost from the widespread adoption of generative AI, according to new research from KPMG.

The latest research from money.co.uk business insurance discovered that over four in ten (44%) small and medium-sized enterprises are not covered by any commercial insurance.