Science faces a reproducibility crisis, with more than 50% of preclinical research experiments failing to replicate, costing the industry over $50 billion annually. Addressing this issue, techbio startup Briefly Bio has launched software to enhance reproducibility by helping scientists document and share their work clearly and consistently.

CitySwift, one of the leaders in performance optimisation for the public transport sector across the globe, has partnered with Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM), a local government body responsible for transport in the Manchester region. This partnership looks to power the future of Manchester’s public transport network through the use of AI and data.

A comprehensive analysis of parliamentary and social media mentions of AI by politicians over the past 18 months indicates a potential shift towards a more cautious approach to AI policy under the new Labour government.

South Summit, the benchmark meeting for the entrepreneurial and innovative ecosystem, premieres the second season of its podcast 'Deep Dive', in which the main leaders and experts in innovation and entrepreneurship worldwide reflect on the trends that condition entrepreneurs and startups.

Discovery Park has announced Minter Hormone Health as the winner of the Discovery Spark FemTech and Women’s Health Prize, following a rigorous pitch process evaluated by three expert panels.

A recent survey by Novuna Business Cash Flow, involving 500 SMEs, has uncovered that 33% of small and medium-sized enterprises in the UK urgently need financial support within the next year to sustain their operations. As these businesses face mounting economic pressures, it’s crucial to explore funding options beyond personal borrowing and traditional bank loans.

Altery, a UK-based fintech startup, has unveiled its digital payment bot on Telegram. This bot is designed to provide an intuitive and secure payment experience, streamlining financial transactions on one of the world's fastest-growing messaging platforms.

FemTech has seen an astronomical rise in recent years. Last year alone, Forbes and Dealroom reported that 2023 saw $1.14 billion raised across 120 ‘FemTech’ deals. Meanwhile, the FemTech Landscape Report estimates that by the end of 2027, the industry as a whole will be worth over $1 trillion. What does this tell us? That the opportunities for startups and investors alike is staggering.

Activewear brand TALA, founded by entrepreneur Grace Beverley and led by CEO Morgan Fowles, has successfully secured £5 million in new investment.

5dVR, a virtual reality content and production studio, has expanded to Saudi Arabia with AstroLabs, the Gulf’s leading business expansion platform. The move aligns with 5dVR’s mission to enable a wider range of businesses across multiple industries to adopt and make use of augmented reality (AR), mixed reality and virtual reality (VR) technologies.

Visa has unveiled the strategies behind the flourishing side hustles of Gen Z, individuals born between 1996 and 2010, and their evolution in helping young people enhance their financial game.

OCN, previously known as “OneCarNow”, has secured an impressive $86 million in Series A funding. This funding round, which combines equity and debt, signifies strong confidence in the company’s business model and its successful track record.

Plexal, the innovation company solving society's challenges through collaboration, the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA), and National University of Singapore (NUS) have partnered for a new international initiative – CyberBoost. 

On 12th July, the European Union adopted the Artificial Intelligence Regulation (EU AI Act), scheduled to take effect on 1st August, 2024. Although most obligations will not be enforced for another two years, businesses and individuals should start familiarising themselves with the new requirements, advises Toomas Seppel, attorney-at-law at Hedman Law Firm.

Many entrepreneurs make a habit of placing a premium on the relentless pursuit of success at all costs. But investing your very soul into starting, developing, growing, and running a venture nonetheless often takes a high emotional toll.

Higher education institutions are uniquely positioned to support and improve local startup communities, driving economic growth and innovation. At Oxford Business College, we have seen first-hand the transformative impact an educational institution can have on its surroundings.

NALA, a UK fintech company, announces that it has raised $40 million in Series A funding to support its global expansion and enhance the reliability of payments to Africa by developing its payment rails.

AMD has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Silo AI, Europe's largest private AI lab, in an all-cash deal valued at approximately $665 million. This acquisition marks a pivotal move in AMD's strategy to offer comprehensive AI solutions grounded in open standards and fostered through strong global partnerships.

Grand Games, a mobile gaming company transforming social game development, has raised $3 million in pre-seed funding and soft-launched its inaugural game just four months after its inception. The funding round was spearheaded by Earlybird Digital East Fund, an investor in Peak Games, with additional support from Laton Ventures.

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