Bisly, a provider of scalable, smart building automation solutions, has raised a €4.3 million funding round to expand its operations across Central and Western Europe.

Innovation and growth company Plexal is collaborating with Google Cloud to provide fast-moving, security-focused startups developing breakthrough technologies with access to a breadth of resources unlocking the potential of Google Cloud. This will include support around AI innovations, which can support founders with product development, go-to-market strategies and operating model design.

Today’s world of work has evolved well beyond the days when permanent, full-time employment was the archetype of workforce planning. The focus has shifted from maintaining fixed employment structures to building flexible systems that can readily absorb skills and talent on demand, unbound by geographical boundaries.

As companies invest millions into AI, concerns have began to emerge from sources like MIT: an over-reliance on generative AI can reduce critical thinking. According to learning scientists at upskilling platform Multiverse, this erosion of human skills can threaten the very success of AI adoption if not properly addressed.

Tracelight, the UK-founded AI company making financial models easier to build and trust, has raised $3.6 million in seed funding.

This November, Marbella will play host to one of Europe’s boldest new business events: Mind Your Business. From November 3-7, over 400 early-stage and scaleup founders, investors, and ecosystem leaders will gather on Spain’s southern coast for five days of practical insight, real connection, and strategic clarity.

Startup traders often find themselves navigating the complex world of foreign exchange with limited resources and experience. Trading communities offer invaluable support, providing a platform for knowledge exchange and collective growth. Leveraging community insights can be the key to achieving sustainable success in the dynamic forex market.

New data from the British Business Bank’s Start Up Loans programme, which provides finance and support to startup and early-stage businesses, shows a year-on-year increase in the value of finance being accessed.

As businesses ramp up their AI investment, technical capabilities alone won’t guarantee success, warns new research from Multiverse.

Patchworks, the UK-based integration platform powering composable commerce for high-growth brands, has announced 36% year-on-year recurring revenue growth with continued international momentum.

This Women’s Day, WomenIN calls on every woman, ally, and leader to take up space, raise their voice, and own their power – unapologetically.

Alibaba.com announced that CoCreate Pitch, a product-focused pitch competition, has received over 20,000 submisisons ahead of its first application deadline on 15 August.