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The British Armed Forces have agreed to develop a new undergraduate degree in autonomous systems in partnership with the New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering (NMITE). The Hereford-based university will begin welcoming students to the new degree in September 2026. The programme has been launched in cooperation with the military to respond to international ... Read more ›
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IVFmicro, a spinout company from the University of Leeds developing technology to improve the success rate of IVF treatments, has raised £3.5m. Founded in 2024, IVFmicro aims to make the medical practice more reliable by enhancing the quality and number of embryos included in an IVF cycle. Currently IVF treatment only results in a successful ... Read more ›
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The UK government has unveiled plans to bring in “firm and proportionate rules” governing cryptoassets to encourage both safety and growth. The new rules, which are expected to come into force from 2027, are an attempt from the Treasury to establish a comprehensive regulatory regime for cryptoassets and provide a sense of legal clarity, something ... Read more ›
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London-based e-bike rental startup Forest has announced Octopus Energy as the official energy partner for its fleet of vehicles. From the month of December, Octopus Energy will provide zero-carbon electricity to the 20,000 Forest bikes across London, in line with the mobility firm’s goal of establishing a clean transport network in the UK capital. “Sustainability ... Read more ›
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UK scale-ups are gearing up for a sharp rise in artificial intelligence investment, with new research showing UK businesses plan to increase AI spending by an average of 40% over the next two years. What was once enterprise-only technology, is becoming a central part of how scaling companies operate, compete and plan for the future. ... Read more ›
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