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Arya Ventures raises GBP £400,000 to back Indian diaspora tech

Fri, 5th Dec 2025
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Arya Ventures has raised GBP £400,000 to support Indian diaspora tech startups in the UK and US, targeting seed-stage firms with GBP £8 million funding round ongoing.
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Amazon & university host event to boost girls in STEM careers

Fri, 5th Dec 2025
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Amazon, Western Sydney University and Camden Council launch Girls' Tech Day to inspire up to 900 girls in STEM careers across Western Sydney.
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Lánluas names Craig McLaughlin as CEO as Richard McManus retires

Tue, 2nd Dec 2025
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Lánluas appoints Craig McLaughlin as CEO from January 2026, as current chief Richard McManus retires after steering company growth and expansion.
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UK 2025 Budget sparks debate over innovation, tax & AI policy

Fri, 28th Nov 2025
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The UK 2025 Budget sparks debate as tech leaders praise innovation boosts but warn on tax burdens and the need for clearer AI policies.
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Autumn Budget criticised for vague AI plans & lack of cyber focus

Fri, 28th Nov 2025
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The Chancellor's Autumn Budget faces criticism over vague AI plans, insufficient cyber focus, unclear police tech funding, and gaps in SME support.
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Why you should skip Amazon this Black Friday

Mon, 24th Nov 2025
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This Black Friday, spending locally instead of on Amazon could support your community and boost the economy on Small Business Saturday, November 29, 2025.
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The Power of Proximity Why established tech firms thrive in innovative communities

Sun, 23rd Nov 2025
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Established tech firms thrive in innovation hubs like Silicon Valley and New Zealand's Waikato by accessing fresh ideas, talent, and collaboration opportunities.
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LaunchLemonade founder Cien Solon shortlisted in top tech awards

Sat, 22nd Nov 2025
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Cien Solon, founder of London-based LaunchLemonade, is shortlisted for the Investec Early Stage Entrepreneur Award, recognised for advancing no-code AI tools.
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NEC X offers founders hands-on AI access & USD $250,000 funding

Sat, 22nd Nov 2025
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NEC X invites founders to join Elev X! Ignite, offering hands-on AI access and up to USD $250,000 funding for seed-ready B2B SaaS startups.
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Data shows majority of UK startup founders are now over 45

Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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A survey reveals 67% of UK startup founders are aged over 45, highlighting a shift towards entrepreneurship as a second career backed by personal funding.
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Why Physical Branding Must Match Your Digital Ambition

Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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As small businesses surge in Australia, aligning physical branding with digital presence is now essential for customer trust, loyalty and growth.
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Tech leaders urge UK to boost early-stage cyber security firms

Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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Tech leaders urge UK Government to reform procurement and boost support for early-stage cyber security firms to secure global leadership ambitions.
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The quiet power shift: how operational strength is being rewritten by AI

Wed, 19th Nov 2025
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Agentic AI is transforming small businesses across the UK, easing workload pressures and unlocking millions in new revenue for tiny teams and clinics.
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The AI workforce evolution: how technology is creating the jobs of tomorrow

Wed, 19th Nov 2025
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AI is reshaping the job market, creating new roles and skills while shifting human labour towards innovation and human-AI collaboration across industries.
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needi & Grá Chocolates share EUR €100,000 prize for sustainable gifting

Wed, 19th Nov 2025
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UK platform needi and Irish chocolatier Grá Chocolates share EUR €100,000 prize for sustainable corporate gifting fostering cross-border collaboration.
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CommonAI launches to boost UK & European AI start-ups access

Wed, 19th Nov 2025
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CommonAI launches a UK and Europe-wide platform to provide affordable AI computing resources and support for start-ups, backed by investment initiatives.
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PixelForce launches AUD $1.5m launchpad to boost tech scaling

Wed, 19th Nov 2025
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PixelForce unveils an AUD $1.5m Launchpad to support ten Aussie tech firms with tools and advice for overcoming scaling challenges beyond product launch.
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Sublime Studio aims to build mental fitness for tech founders

Wed, 19th Nov 2025
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Sublime Studio launches in Australia to boost mental fitness for tech founders, addressing burnout with coaching and a proactive membership model.
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Small firms urge bold support as tax tweaks miss productivity woes

Tue, 18th Nov 2025
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Small firms urge bold government support through tax credits and VAT relief for productivity software, as mere income tax tweaks fall short of solving efficiency challenges.
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Students win GBP £17,000 for innovative healthcare tech ideas

Tue, 18th Nov 2025
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UK student teams won GBP £17,000 at the ESBF competition for innovative healthcare tech, including medical training simulators and virtual reality phobia treatment.