SmartCap Venture Capital Fund has invested €5 million in Antler's Nordic Fund II, reinforcing its dedication to early-stage startups and innovative tech investment strategies.

Swiss-Israeli fintech startup okoora has expanded into the Polish market, marking a pivotal step in its European Union (EU) growth strategy. Okoora's Polish operations will eventually encompass sales, marketing, and customer support offices, along with a research and development centre to further its product innovation.

While entrepreneurship in the UK remains heavily skewed towards men, the number of women starting companies has never been higher.

The statistics surrounding food waste are shocking. According to a study conducted by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF), 2.5 billion tonnes of food is wasted every year across the world, which equals to around 40% of all food produced for human consumption. WRAP estimates that around 70% of food waste (6.6 million tonnes) comes from households, estimating that the average global household wastes 1.5 tonnes of food each year.

PreActiv, a prehabilitation platform, has raised over £500,000 to transform preoperative care. Aimed at reducing patient complications, shortening hospital stays, and saving healthcare providers millions, PreActiv is swiftly changing the landscape of surgical care.

Europe stands at the crossroads of a new era: the AI revolution. While AI has the potential to fundamentally transform our societies, it also carries risks. The fear of the unknown often dominates the discussion, but this fear must not paralyse us. Instead, we should recognise and seize the opportunities.

A recent poll by specialist recruitment company Robert Walters revealed that 73% of professionals believe virtual meetings hinder their productivity, with over half (53%) reporting that their workday is regularly disrupted.

The Business Show is the world’s leading event for entrepreneurs, business owners and start-ups. Running for 25 years, The Business Show takes place in locations across the globe including London, Los Angeles, Miami, and Singapore, and the team behind the event have plans to continually expand to reach more countries and markets. The Business Show aims to support entrepreneurs and startups by offering them the services and products they need to run a successful business.

On 17th June, at the Drahi-X Novation Center, École Polytechnique's hub for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Greyn and INEN Robotics emerged as the winners of the Jean-Louis Gerondeau – Safran 2024 award. This 13th edition celebrated these startups for their pioneering solutions in construction and healthcare, each receiving a prize of €15,000.

Over half (52%) of CEOs believe their organisations lag in workforce diversity, with 37% of chief HR officers sharing this sentiment, according to research by The IN Group.

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.

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.

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).

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.