A Chilly Year for UK VC Fundraising
The UK’s venture capital (VC) landscape is experiencing a notable decline in capital raised, with figures for the first quarter of 2024 …
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AI Revolutionises Fight Against Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson’s disease, a relentless neurodegenerative disorder affecting millions worldwide, is on the verge of a major breakthrough. …
Breakthrough Slashes Cement Emissions Significantly
A remarkable breakthrough from the UK promises to revolutionize the cement industry and significantly reduce its …
Nvidia’s Market Value Soars to $3.35 Trillion, Briefly Overtaking Tech Giants
Nvidia has achieved a remarkable feat, overtaking tech giants Microsoft and Apple to become the world’s most valuable …
Shein Turns to London: LSE’s Largest Fashion IPO?
In early June, the fast fashion retailer Shein took a significant step towards listing on the London Stock Exchange by …
UK Inflation Hits the Bank of England’s target of 2.00%, but Keeps Rates on Hold
Prices rose at 2% in the year to May for the first time in nearly 3 years, down from 2.3% the month before, official figures show.
The economy is …
Bitcoin Remaining Volatile and Off the Recent Highs
The recent performance of Bitcoin exemplifies the cryptocurrency market’s inherent volatility and susceptibility to external …
Solar and Wind Projects in Azerbaijan Totalling 1 gigawatt (GW) of Capacity
The opening of Baku Energy Week was marked by the groundbreaking of three significant renewable energy projects in …
London Tech Week 2024: Key Takeaways
London Tech Week 2024 has once again underscored London’s pivotal role in the global tech ecosystem. Organized by Informa Tech and London & Partners, the event, supported by the UK government, provided a platform for showcasing cutting-edge technologies and fostering strategic partnerships. Here’s a deep dive into the insights and key takeaways from this event….
SEC Commissioner Proposes UK-USA Sandbox for Digital Ledger Technology (DLT)
The UK recently held a consultation about its Digital Securities Sandbox (DSS), which aims to simplify legal requirements for …
Use Of Sustainable Aviation Fuel For Berlin to Shanghai Flight
Formula E and DHL have transported approximately 257 tons of freight from Berlin to Shanghai using DHL’s GoGreen Plus …
Fast Fashion Giant Shein Eyes London Stock Exchange Listing
Shein, fast fashion giant whose popularity soared during Covid, may soon cement its ties with the UK with plans to sell shares in the business on …
Europe’s Largest Early-stage Impact Fund Significantly Oversubscribed
Norrsken VC, a leader in impact investing in Europe, has announced the final close of its second fund at €320 million, surpassing …
High Street Banks Prioritising Funding to Larger Firms Over SME’s
The current landscape for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the UK is marked by a significant shift in funding dynamics, with …
UK Inflation Falls to lowest Level in 3 Years
Prices rose at 2.3% in the year to April, down from 3.2% the month before, official figures show.
While inflation has fallen further …
Impact of the EU’s new Artificial Intelligence Act
The set of rules has taken five years to get through the European Parliament setting out new set of AI regulations, approved with …
Bangalore is India’s very own Silicon Valley and Power House
Bangalore, now officially renamed Bengaluru, has surged ahead as a leading global business hub, notably surpassing Silicon Valley and …
Scotland’s Tech Renaissance
Scotland, with its rich history of innovation, has consistently been at the forefront of ground breaking inventions that have …
Renewable Energy reaches 30% of Global Energy Generation
The rise of renewable energy to 30% of global electricity generation in 2023 indeed marks a significant milestone in the …
EU securities watchdog to review crypto eligibility for UCITS investments
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA’s) review of the rules governing crypto asset investments by …