TAITRA (Taiwan External Trade Development Council) has announced that Cristiano Amon, Qualcomm Incorporated President and CEO, is invited to be the speaker at the COMPUTEX 2025 keynote, sharing his vision of the transformative impact of AI on device experiences and ecosystems.

For the first time, the Estonian, Latvian, and Lithuanian business angel networks – EstBAN, LatBAN, and LitBAN – will join forces to invest up to half a million euros in the winner of the Latitude59 competition.

Pre-Seed to Succeed (P2S), an investment programme for early-stage startups, announces an Offline Pitch Session event in London, in partnership with Eurasian Startup Hub.

The UK’s medium-sized businesses drove job growth in the last 10 years compared to their small and large counterparts, according to new analysis.

Early-stage B2B SaaS venture capital firm Notion Capital has launched ‘Upstarts’, an intensive 10-week remote programme for the top 1% of up-and-coming operators, led by world class executives, mentorship from seasoned investors, and a global network of industry pioneers.

As Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan race to decarbonise their economies and embed sustainable industrial practices, opportunities are emerging for UK companies with cutting-edge technologies that can help them achieve their ambitious net zero targets.

This week is Debt Awareness Week, and this year’s theme is around breaking down the stigma and shame associated with being in debt.

Despite the race to attract and retain top talent heating up this year, company financials will still be taking centre stage for many businesses.

Despite high confidence levels and passion for their work, women in the UK tech sector continue to face systemic career barriers that hinder their progression, according to Lorien’s Women in Tech Insights report.   

Nerdio, the automated End-User Computing (EUC) platform transforming how organisations deploy and manage Microsoft Cloud technologies, has signed a definitive agreement for a $500 million minority investment from General Atlantic, a global growth investor, with participation from Lead Edge Capital and StepStone.

From ‘hacking’ a chat app for personal use to building a B2B SaaS solution; TalkJS founder Joshua Schoenaker reflects on how the company’s maker-led mentality paved the way for success.

According to a recent survey, more than three-fifths (62%) of Brits describe the overall hiring process as negative, with nearly a quarter (22%) labelling it "stressful and soul-destroying,". These statistics paint a troubling picture for businesses looking to attract top talent.

Perci Health has received an investment of £295,000 from Macmillan Cancer Support to help more people with cancer get the personalised care they need.

We are now in the thick of 2025, and it isn’t business as usual. The startup scene has evolved dramatically, and so has the supporting tech and tools, enabling pretty much anyone with an idea and a bit of drive to launch a startup. To succeed, however, you need more than just a groundbreaking idea – you need a bulletproof strategy to stand a chance.

In the wake of the pandemic-driven workplace revolution, adaptability has become essential – and HR technology is the force behind this shift. In a world where work-from-home (WFH) and return-to-office (RTO) policies are in constant flux, leveraging HR technology is crucial for SMEs aiming to remain competitive and responsive. In fact, research from 2023 shows that close to 50% of total HR budgets are dedicated to technology, and with good reason.

Data from the latest Freshworks 2024 Global AI Workplace Report reveals Millennials are embracing and learning about AI tools faster than their Gen Z colleagues. Although Gen Z are digital natives, it’s their older colleagues who are embracing and understanding the tools better, as well as the value it can provide the workplace.

Sustainability isn’t just about cutting carbon emissions – it’s about rethinking the way business is done. For many small businesses, it’s no longer just about reducing emissions; it’s about tackling waste, streamlining processes, and embedding sustainability into their core operations.

Starting a new business and growing it from the ground up is an exciting time in an entrepreneur’s life. If you’re considering global expansion, the idea of more customers and more profit can spur you to jump into the waters. Before you launch that boat, however, consider the measures you must take to sell your startup’s products internationally.

Grant funding is one of the most powerful, yet underutilised, tools for business growth. It provides non-dilutive capital – allowing businesses to innovate, scale, and drive economic impact. However, the competition can be fierce, and success depends on far more than just meeting the eligibility criteria. The most successful applications look at a grant as an investment – funders want to see a return, whether in innovation, job creation, or industry advancement.

Vanta has announced a series of new features and capabilities to help security and GRC teams seamlessly collaborate across their organisation and extended network. These releases – including team-based collaboration and granular user access, an integrated Vanta Exchange for vendor security reviews, enhanced audit capabilities and expanded security questionnaire automation – reduce manual processes and enable companies to manage trust as a team.