Granta Autonomy, a startup in autonomous UAV technology for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance missions, has announced the successful closure of its €1 million seed funding round.

Scott Fletcher MBE, the Manchester-based founder and former chair of ANS Group, has been awarded an honorary degree by the University of Salford Business School.

On 10th July, the world honours the birth of Nikola Tesla, one of the most influential inventors and engineers in history. Born in 1856, Tesla’s groundbreaking work laid the foundation for many of the technological advancements that shape our lives today.

Colossal, the de-extinction startup, has announced a significant milestone: the administration of the first mRNA vaccine to an elephant in captivity, a result of its research support and funding acceleration.

New research from Amazon Ads revealed that UK SMBs are experiencing significant benefits from advertising, aiding their expansion both domestically and internationally.

Synechron, a global digital transformation consultancy specialising in financial services and technology, has unveiled its Synechron Nexus Plus Accelerators Programme. This initiative introduced five AI-driven solutions aimed at addressing key business and operational challenges, enhancing capital raising, corporate development, and public ownership processes.

From AI-powered recommendation engines to reinforcement learning, the potential of AI seems limitless. However, according to Bartek Roszak, Head of AI at STX Next, the rush to implement these technologies without a well-thought-out strategy can pose significant risks in the long run.

Oshen, a British company pioneering the use of small, wind-powered, self-sailing boats to capture unique maritime, weather, and ecological data, has secured funding from Dhyan Ventures, Amar Shar’s technology investment vehicle.

Web development is crucial for businesses that want to create a strong online presence, boost their brand, and increase customer interaction. To drive growth and achieve success it is essential to select a web development team that possesses the technical knowledge to create a user-friendly functional and optimised website.

There’s still time to grab a ticket to the much-anticipated Hustle Awards, which will be taking place next week (18th July) at The Steel Yard, honouring the achievements of startups, scaleups, and entrepreneurs from various sectors.

Swedish e-scooter startup Voi Technology has slashed its losses by 34% last year and is poised to turn a profit soon, despite a challenging year for the industry.

Textgain is set to develop CaLICO over the next 12 months, aiming to create the world’s first advanced Large Language Model (LLM) capable of recognising and processing hate speech in all official EU languages. The company aspires to become the market leader in multilingual AI-based hate speech detection.

Half of all M&A deals fail, largely due to the common practice of hiring an M&A banker and hastily marketing the business for sale. Instead, companies should start exit preparations earlier and proceed more deliberately, advises Victor Basta, CEO and Founder of DAI Magister.

At Quantum Korea 2024 in late June, five British companies showcased cutting-edge quantum technologies, igniting considerable interest.

In the vibrant UK technology ecosystem, innovation is the lifeblood of success, and R&D tax relief has provided a crucial financial lifeline. The UK consistently ranks as the top destination for technology startups outside the US.

MyAlice, a leading omnichannel customer support and engagement solution provider, has expanded operations to Saudi Arabia with the help of AstroLabs, the Gulf’s leading expansion platform and launched its Riyadh headquarters.

Moon Surgical, a French-American innovator in the field of surgical technology, has received FDA clearance for the commercial release of its Maestro surgical system.

Staff from the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) and the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) have been recognised with Commendation Awards from the Vice Chief of the Defence Staff (VCDS) and Chief of the General Staff (CGS).

In today’s digital age, where innovation is the norm, tech founders find themselves juggling countless responsibilities to remain ahead of the curve. The relentless pace of the industry demands rapid decision-making and an ever-evolving skillset, all of which can strain mental and physical health.

Today's interconnected world relies heavily on space technologies for communication, navigation, and other services. However, these technologies face substantial risks from space weather. Alexey Shirobokov, co-founder of Mission Space, explains how startups are addressing these challenges and safeguarding against solar activity.