Earlier this month, TIME Magazine named ‘the architects of artificial intelligence’ as Person of the Year. It is recognition of how much AI has dominated conversations in business, economics and politics. But even still, for all its recognition, AI is still often described as another wave. That undersells what’s actually happening. Cloud computing transformed infrastructure; ... Read more ›
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From a resurgence of tech across Europe to the advancing artificial intelligence industry to institutional growth in the digital assets sector, VCs have shared their thoughts on what is in store for the tech industry in 2026. Europe will crack the compute market – David Grimm, AlbionVC “2026 will be the year the UK and ... Read more ›
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A new investment fund looking to back early-stage tech startups has been launched by a star-studded team including Daniel Kaluuya, Jack Whitehall, Maya Jama, Roman Kemp and Tom Grennan. The Artists Collective has today emerged from stealth having already backed 20 tech firms including co-investments with Andreessen Horowitz, Accel and Seedcamp. The fund was first ... Read more ›
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Carrie Osman is the founder and chief executive of Cruxy, an AI-powered innovation consultancy business. In this week’s Founder in Five Q&A, Osman discusses why time-blocking a calendar is non-negotiable, the impact of a good associate director and understanding your own strengths and finding people to complement them. Which role was the most important early hire ... Read more ›
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Britain stands at a pivotal moment with the chance to lead in AI adoption and innovation. While AI has shaped industries for decades, it is the recent advances in agentic AI that are transforming how individuals and businesses interact with technology. The UK’s pro-innovation approach to AI regulation: principles-based, agile, and sector-led offers a genuine ... Read more ›
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In what has been perhaps the worst year on record for cyber attacks, it has become clear that organisations of all categories have been forced to drastically re-evaluate their relationship with cyber security. After such a dramatic year that has seen government departments, local authorities, high street staples and so much more devastated by digital ... Read more ›
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Looking back, 2025 has been a year of big promises. From the landmark Technology Prosperity Deal with the US, to the launch of Labour’s Industrial Strategy and AI Action Plan, the foundations of a tech-led economy are beginning to take shape. These are all reasons to be optimistic. Early action on initiatives like TechFirst to ... Read more ›
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ScrubMarine, a British deep tech firm developing autonomous robotic systems for maritime inspections and maintenance, has raised $1m (£740,000). Based between Edinburgh and the Lake District, ScrubMarine is looking to replace the manual and often dangerous process that typify much of the maritime infrastructure industry. The firm claims its technology can operate in some of ... Read more ›
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Innovation among UK businesses is on the rise, with research and development investments set to increase and returns for “frontier firms” growing, according to a government report, but funding remains a key barrier. For the third annual edition of Innovate UK’s State of Innovation report, it was found that despite an overall picture of flat ... Read more ›
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Most known for its cloud computing technology, Amazon Web Services (AWS) has also carved out a vital position leveraging its vast resources to support new generations of startups and scaleups. Whether it is technical advice, strategic programmes or resource sharing, AWS has provided a diverse range of firms with the critical support needed to grow. ... Read more ›
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New partnerships between Chinese automotive firm Baidu and ride-sharing services Uber and Lyft could see autonomous taxis on UK roads next year. The Baidu Apollo Go self-driving taxi has been deployed extensively across China already, now the firm is seeking regulatory approval to test the vehicles in London through partnerships with the taxi firms. Lyft ... Read more ›
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Sofant, an Edinburgh-based developer of satellite communications and 5G and 6G technologies, has closed a £6.25m equity funding round. The Scottish firm specialises in the development of low-power RF MEMS beamforming solutions used for wireless satellite communications. It has been in an extended research and development phase and, with the new funds secured, is preparing ... Read more ›
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Venterra Group, a renewable energy firm specialising in wind power ventures, has secured a £40m investment. Founded in 2021 by Ayman Asfari, who formerly ran the multinational oilfield services firm Petrofac, Venterra has been acquiring specialist companies developing technology and solutions in the renewables sector. “This raise is a powerful endorsement of Venterra’s strategy and ... Read more ›
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Thames Valley Police have deployed two new live facial recognition vans in the city of Oxford as early use of the controversial technology kicks off. Used to compare individual’s faces against a police database, live facial recognition technology has been positioned by the Home Office as a powerful tool to catch wanted criminals and even ... Read more ›
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The UK is set for a sharp rise in demand for IT and technology professionals, according to new research from recruitment firm Robert Half. Looking into UK businesses, the firm has found that 56% of organisations plan to expand their permanent IT and technology teams in the first half of next year. “The rise in ... Read more ›
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This week’s UK tech funding deals include AI customer service agent developer PolyAI, consumer tech firm Nothing and more. UKTN tracked £153.95m worth of UK tech investment this week (15 December to 19 December), a 25% week-on-week increase across nine funding rounds. Here’s your weekly roundup of UK tech startup funding deals. PolyAI – £64.3m ... Read more ›
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Hedgehog Lab, a digital product consultancy that has been backed by BGF, has acquired Label Sessions, a global innovation network based in Edinburgh. With the deal, Hedgehog Lab aims to create a full-stack innovation consultancy combining the firm’s expertise in AI, product design with Label Sessions network of more than 500 tech experts. “This acquisition ... Read more ›
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Existing limits on contactless payments could be raised or removed entirely, the UK’s financial watchdog has confirmed. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has announced that banks and payment providers that demonstrate strong fraud controls will be allowed to set their own limit for contactless payments, giving way to greater flexibility in responding to consumer demands. ... Read more ›
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StretchSense, a Scottish startup developing extended reality gloves for workplace training simulations, has received a £1.75m investment. Targeting industries including healthcare, education, aviation and defence, StretchSense said its data capture gloves allow organisations to immerse staff in detailed simulated environments. The company’s management, software and marketing teams are based in Edinburgh, while its hardware and ... Read more ›
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ANNA Money, a London-based fintech offering business owners a full suite of financial services, has secured a £10m debt funding deal. Founded in 2017, ANNA Money’s platform offers business accounts, invoicing, payroll, taxes and administrative services to entrepreneurs. The new funding has been secured in preparation for a significant shift in the tax requirements of ... Read more ›
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