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European startups
fromComputerworld
1 hour ago

UK wants to build sovereign AI - with just 0.08% of OpenAI's market cap

The UK government struggles to invest effectively in national IT champions, with past successes slipping out of UK ownership.
#ai
Information security
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 day ago

UK businesses must face up to AI threat, says government | Computer Weekly

AI models are rapidly advancing in discovering and exploiting software vulnerabilities, necessitating urgent attention from business leaders.
fromFortune
1 hour ago
Women in technology

In the future, will there be any work left for people to do? | Fortune

Web development
fromInfoWorld
2 days ago

Tap into the AI APIs of Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge

Chrome and Edge browsers provide built-in APIs for local AI tasks like translation and summarization using locally hosted models.
NYC startup
fromFuturism
2 days ago

Companies Just Learned a Brutal Lesson About Training AI to Do Human Jobs

Mercor, an AI company, faces lawsuits after a data breach exposed sensitive information from contractors and clients, highlighting vulnerabilities in the AI supply chain.
Information security
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 day ago

UK businesses must face up to AI threat, says government | Computer Weekly

AI models are rapidly advancing in discovering and exploiting software vulnerabilities, necessitating urgent attention from business leaders.
Women in technology
fromFortune
1 hour ago

In the future, will there be any work left for people to do? | Fortune

Competing against IBM's Watson in Jeopardy! demonstrates the advanced cognitive capabilities of AI.
Web development
fromInfoWorld
2 days ago

Tap into the AI APIs of Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge

Chrome and Edge browsers provide built-in APIs for local AI tasks like translation and summarization using locally hosted models.
NYC startup
fromFuturism
2 days ago

Companies Just Learned a Brutal Lesson About Training AI to Do Human Jobs

Mercor, an AI company, faces lawsuits after a data breach exposed sensitive information from contractors and clients, highlighting vulnerabilities in the AI supply chain.
fromTheregister
4 hours ago

Users complain of UK Azure capacity problems

Azure UK is full. Like full full. There's no additional quota available in any UK region, meaning no new VMs or AKS clusters can be created.
Tech industry
#advertising
#artificial-intelligence
fromThe Motley Fool
2 days ago
Marketing tech

Meta's Massive Artificial Intelligence Investments May Be About to Pay Off for Investors | The Motley Fool

London startup
fromBusiness Matters
4 days ago

UK firms risk being left behind as AI adoption gap widens, warns PwC

UK businesses lag behind global leaders in AI investment and innovation, risking their competitive edge in the market.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago
London startup

What does the future hold for AI in London?

London is a hub for AI talent, attracting global professionals and fostering successful companies like Synthesia.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 hours ago

AI minister Kendall says she doesn't use AI at work

Liz Kendall, the AI minister, primarily uses AI in her personal life, not in her official capacity.
Careers
fromFast Company
1 day ago

To thrive in the age of AI, don't reinvent yourself. Try this instead

Integration of diverse skills will be crucial for future leadership in a rapidly changing technological landscape.
Marketing tech
fromThe Motley Fool
2 days ago

Meta's Massive Artificial Intelligence Investments May Be About to Pay Off for Investors | The Motley Fool

Meta Platforms launched the Muse Spark model, enhancing its AI capabilities to improve advertising and content engagement.
London startup
fromBusiness Matters
4 days ago

UK firms risk being left behind as AI adoption gap widens, warns PwC

UK businesses lag behind global leaders in AI investment and innovation, risking their competitive edge in the market.
London
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 hours ago

The Guardian view on a much-needed boost for the arts: rebuilding England's cultural landscape

The V&A East Museum opens in Stratford, London, revitalizing the cultural landscape amid challenges faced by arts organizations across the UK.
Business
fromBusiness Matters
9 hours ago

The April Cost Squeeze: Why Small Businesses Must Plan Ahead, Not Catch Up

April brings significant cost increases that strain cash flow and margins, highlighting the importance of proactive planning for businesses.
Remote teams
fromComputerworld
12 hours ago

AI is finally delivering productivity - for remote employees

The key to productivity with AI lies in the freedom to use it effectively, not just the technology itself.
fromTechCrunch
3 hours ago

Chef Robotics escaped the robot cooking graveyard and says it's thriving -- here's why | TechCrunch

Chef Robotics has passed an important milestone: 100 million servings, defined as a portion of food that our robots deposit into a meal tray.
Startup companies
Fundraising
fromThedrum
1 day ago

Nottingham Digital Summit

Nottingham Digital Summit is a free digital marketing conference on June 21, supporting homelessness charity Framework.
Artificial intelligence
fromZDNET
18 hours ago

These companies are actually upskilling their workers for AI - here's how they do it

Companies should prioritize upskilling employees in AI to prepare for future job demands and mitigate economic impacts.
Software development
fromTechzine Global
1 day ago

Scale sets edge platform's software ever more free from hardware constraints

Scale Computing is reducing hardware requirements for its software, allowing more flexibility for partners and customers in choosing hardware platforms.
Web design
fromZDNET
17 hours ago

AI-powered website builders have come a long way - here's your best option in 2026

Generative AI significantly enhances web development, with notable improvements in AI-based website builders since 2025.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

A decade on from Brexit, Britain still flounders without a place in the world | Letters

Brexit has left the UK divided and unhappy, with both supporters and opponents feeling unfulfilled and uncertain about the future.
#uk-economy
London startup
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

Budget tax breaks worth 100m come into force for founders and start-ups

New government incentives aim to inject £100 million into Britain's high-growth start-up and scale-up economy through expanded employee share schemes and investment options.
London startup
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

Budget tax breaks worth 100m come into force for founders and start-ups

New government incentives aim to inject £100 million into Britain's high-growth start-up and scale-up economy through expanded employee share schemes and investment options.
Toronto startup
fromTNW | Cities
1 day ago

Tesla eyes Shanghai Gigafactory for Optimus humanoid robot mass production

Tesla's Shanghai Gigafactory is pivotal for mass-producing Optimus humanoid robots, linking vehicle production to robotics ambitions.
Marketing
fromDigiday
1 day ago

U.K. brands increase media spend despite economic stormclouds

U.K. advertisers plan to increase media budgets by over 7% in Q1 2026 despite economic concerns.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 day ago

Koodos accelerates growth following success of purpose-driven investment strategy - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

At Koodos, we're building something fundamentally different. Our focus is on backing companies that genuinely improve people's lives, while helping investors access opportunities they wouldn't normally see.
Venture
Cryptocurrency
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

CEO of bitcoin firm championed by Nigel Farage leaves company

Stack BTC faces challenges in proving long-term value after leadership changes and a troubled history with its predecessor company.
Silicon Valley
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

Meta has snapped up a fifth founding member from Mira Murati's Thinking Machines Lab

Thinking Machines Lab faces talent poaching from larger tech companies, losing key members to Meta amid a competitive AI landscape.
EU data protection
fromPrivacy International
3 days ago

Moving Goalposts: Football, Facial Recognition and the Expansion of Surveillance

Facial recognition technology in UK football raises significant privacy and accountability concerns beyond its intended operational use.
Digital life
fromwww.wanderwithjo.com
4 days ago

The Digital Nomad's Guide to Online Entertainment: What Works in the UK

Understanding the digital landscape in the UK is crucial for travelers, as many apps and services differ from other regions.
fromwww.cbc.ca
7 hours ago

Stellantis, Microsoft sign 5-year partnership for AI push | CBC News

Through our collaboration with Microsoft, we are accelerating our AI momentum across the enterprise, focusing on over 100 AI initiatives that cover product development, predictive maintenance, and the faster rollout of digital features.
European startups
#anthropic
London startup
fromWIRED
1 day ago

Anthropic Plots Major London Expansion

Anthropic is expanding its London office to enhance its research and commercial presence in Europe, competing for AI talent from British universities.
London startup
fromWIRED
1 day ago

Anthropic Plots Major London Expansion

Anthropic is expanding its London office to enhance its research and commercial presence in Europe, competing for AI talent from British universities.
Information security
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 day ago

Cyber Essentials closes the MFA loophole but leaves some organisations adrift | Computer Weekly

Multi-factor authentication becomes mandatory under Cyber Essentials v3.3, with no exceptions for organizations failing to implement it.
#robotics
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

This simulation startup wants to be the Cursor for physical AI | TechCrunch

Engineers aim to program physical agents like digital ones, but robotics faces challenges due to limited data and the need for realistic simulations.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
23 hours ago

Physical Intelligence, a hot robotics startup, says its new robot brain can figure out tasks it was never taught | TechCrunch

Physical Intelligence's π0.7 model enables robots to perform unfamiliar tasks through compositional generalization, marking a significant advancement in robotic AI capabilities.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

This simulation startup wants to be the Cursor for physical AI | TechCrunch

Engineers aim to program physical agents like digital ones, but robotics faces challenges due to limited data and the need for realistic simulations.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
23 hours ago

Physical Intelligence, a hot robotics startup, says its new robot brain can figure out tasks it was never taught | TechCrunch

Physical Intelligence's π0.7 model enables robots to perform unfamiliar tasks through compositional generalization, marking a significant advancement in robotic AI capabilities.
Tech industry
fromTheregister
22 hours ago

Mozilla takes on enterprise AI providers with Thunderbolt

Mozilla launches Thunderbolt AI client as an open-source alternative to proprietary enterprise AI platforms, emphasizing data privacy and control.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 day ago

UK car industry warns EU plan could hit EV trade and jobs - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders is calling for UK-built vehicles, components and batteries to be granted equivalent status to EU-made products under the proposed 'Made in Europe' framework, arguing that the current draft risks undermining a deeply integrated cross-border industry.
Europe politics
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 day ago

Why modern fund formation is no longer a bottleneck - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Launching a fund used to be a real test of endurance, with timelines often stretching across many months. The process demanded patience that many ambitious founders found difficult to sustain.
Fundraising
Remote teams
fromCity AM
3 days ago

Hybrid working overtakes pay in race for UK tech talent

Hybrid working is now the primary strategy for UK firms to attract tech talent, surpassing salary as a competitive factor.
fromCbsnews
2 days ago

Ann Arbor entrepreneur brings home $1 million award for new approach to video game ads

"We used our technology to reskin Fortnite characters to give them acne, and in order to clear the acne, they had to interact with these soap products around the game, and they got a speed boost as a result."
Marketing
NYC startup
fromAlleywatch
4 days ago

#NYCtech Week in Review: 4/5/26 - 4/11/26

NYC Tech News highlights recent startup funding, exits, and events, featuring companies like Patlytics and Yuzu Health.
Venture
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

Why Demis Hassabis Ignored Elon Musk and Sold DeepMind to Google for $650 Million Instead

Google's acquisition of DeepMind for $650 million enabled significant advancements in AI, contributing to Alphabet's substantial revenue growth.
London startup
fromwww.theguardian.com
14 hours ago

Liz Kendall urges UK public to embrace AI as government makes first 500m fund investment

The UK government is investing in AI to create jobs and address global challenges despite concerns about job disruption and cybersecurity risks.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

It will take more than 600m a year to boost UK industrial competitiveness | Nils Pratley

The UK government introduced a scheme to cut electricity bills for select manufacturers, but many industries feel overlooked and under-supported.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
2 days ago

Silicon Valley has no monopoly on AI brain power. That's why Demis Hassabis is very happy to stay in London | Fortune

Demis Hassabis emphasizes extreme dedication and planning in achieving goals, advocating for diverse AI innovation centers beyond Silicon Valley.
#openai
Tech industry
fromTechzine Global
2 days ago

OpenAI scales back Stargate in Europe; Microsoft fills the gap

OpenAI will lease computing capacity through Microsoft instead of purchasing directly from Nscale's data center in Norway.
London startup
fromBusiness Matters
4 days ago

OpenAI doubles down on London with first permanent office despite Stargate U-turn

OpenAI's London headquarters emphasizes the importance of talent over infrastructure in the UK's AI sector.
Tech industry
fromTechzine Global
2 days ago

OpenAI scales back Stargate in Europe; Microsoft fills the gap

OpenAI will lease computing capacity through Microsoft instead of purchasing directly from Nscale's data center in Norway.
London startup
fromBusiness Matters
4 days ago

OpenAI doubles down on London with first permanent office despite Stargate U-turn

OpenAI's London headquarters emphasizes the importance of talent over infrastructure in the UK's AI sector.
Software development
fromInfoWorld
1 day ago

Mastering the dull reality of sexy AI

The gap in enterprise AI lies in building effective systems for retrieval, evaluation, memory, and governance, not just access to models.
European startups
fromTechRepublic
2 days ago

Microsoft Takes Over Key Stargate Site in Latest OpenAI Pullback

Microsoft has taken over data center capacity in Norway originally intended for OpenAI's Stargate project amid OpenAI's spending reductions.
Information security
fromArs Technica
3 days ago

UK gov's Mythos AI tests help separate cybersecurity threat from hype

Mythos outperformed previous models in TLO tests, showing capability in attacking vulnerable systems but still facing limitations in complex scenarios.
UK politics
fromTheregister
2 days ago

UK told its Big Tech habit is now a national security risk

Britain's reliance on US Big Tech poses national security risks and economic challenges due to control over critical infrastructure.
European startups
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Chipmakers AMD, Arm, and Qualcomm are all investing in this buzzy self-driving tech startup | TechCrunch

Chipmakers AMD, Arm, and Qualcomm invested $60 million in Wayve's self-driving technology, enhancing its $1.2 billion Series D funding round.
#waymo
London
fromTheregister
2 days ago

Waymo self-driving cars face toughest test yet: London

Waymo is testing its autonomous driving software in London, moving towards a fully driverless ride-hailing service with trained specialists on standby.
London startup
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

London gets closer to its first robotaxi service as Waymo begins testing | TechCrunch

Waymo is testing autonomous vehicles in London, preparing for a commercial robotaxi service launch this year.
London
fromTheregister
2 days ago

Waymo self-driving cars face toughest test yet: London

Waymo is testing its autonomous driving software in London, moving towards a fully driverless ride-hailing service with trained specialists on standby.
London startup
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

London gets closer to its first robotaxi service as Waymo begins testing | TechCrunch

Waymo is testing autonomous vehicles in London, preparing for a commercial robotaxi service launch this year.
Remote teams
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

The Rise of Hybrid Work Models: How UK Businesses Are Adapting in 2026

Hybrid work models are becoming a permanent fixture in UK businesses, balancing remote flexibility with office benefits.
Software development
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

Microsoft is working on yet another OpenClaw-like agent | TechCrunch

Microsoft is testing OpenClaw-like features for its Microsoft 365 Copilot tool aimed at enterprise customers with enhanced security controls.
Artificial intelligence
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

Microsoft and Stellantis want to use AI to help car owners

Stellantis is integrating AI across its operations to enhance product development, customer features, and cybersecurity while reducing data center footprint.
European startups
fromTearsheet
3 days ago

How Wise is betting on infrastructure and brand - Tearsheet

Cross-border payments face inefficiencies; Wise aims to streamline this with direct connections to local payment systems.
UK politics
fromMail Online
3 days ago

Gen Z exodus: Report finds three in four now quitting UK aged under 35

The cost of living is driving a significant exodus of young Britons under 35 from the UK.
fromComputerWeekly.com
3 days ago

UK government accelerates autonomous vehicle development funding | Computer Weekly

The CAM Pathfinder programme is seen as key to realizing the industry's potential, addressing challenges in bringing CAM vehicles to market and providing funding for world-first technologies.
London startup
London startup
fromBusiness Matters
2 days ago

Arrival secures 500,000 to untangle Britain's broken utilities market for renters

Arrival simplifies the utilities onboarding process for renters, saving time and money with a transparent pricing model.
London startup
fromBusiness Matters
4 days ago

Government doubles down on gaming with 30m funding package as sector eyes global growth

The UK government has launched a £30 million funding initiative to support the video games sector, including a £28.5 million UK Games Fund.
London startup
fromBusiness Matters
4 days ago

Founders push for 'repeat entrepreneur relief' to keep exit capital flowing back into UK start-ups

A proposed 'repeat entrepreneur relief' aims to encourage reinvestment of capital gains into new ventures by deferring capital gains tax indefinitely.
Business intelligence
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 month ago

Labour scarcity is forcing IT leaders to rethink automation economics | Computer Weekly

Labour scarcity and rising costs are forcing enterprises to prioritize automation as an economic necessity rather than an innovation choice, fundamentally reshaping IT investment logic.
London startup
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
4 days ago

London's data centre surge is creating a capacity squeeze for businesses across the capital - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

London's data centre market is expanding rapidly due to rising demand, but securing timely access to infrastructure is becoming increasingly challenging for businesses.
London
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
4 weeks ago

Building a smarter London: How embedded systems are driving urban innovation - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Embedded systems integrated into London's infrastructure enable real-time monitoring and intelligent decision-making, transforming transport, energy, and logistics to reduce costs and emissions.
London startup
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

Why More UK Founders Are Turning to VA Agencies Instead of Hiring In-House

UK founders are increasingly opting for EU-based virtual assistants over in-house executive assistants due to cost and efficiency benefits.
London startup
fromTheregister
1 week ago

Investors are going nuclear to keep UK's AI datacenters fed

Investors are increasingly funding nuclear power as a sustainable solution for the UK's datacenter energy needs.
London startup
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 weeks ago

How the UK's 'Neet' youth can power the digital economy | Computer Weekly

Nearly one million young people in the UK are not in education, employment, or training, highlighting a significant social and economic challenge.
UK news
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

Manchester focus: What does the city offer agencies and clients?

Manchester offers clients top creative talent, innovation, diverse agency types, strong media buying, cost-effective work and rapid turnaround rivaling London.
UK news
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 months ago

Fractile expansion demonstrates UK growth opportunity | Computer Weekly

Fractile is expanding UK operations with a £100m investment to build AI inference chips claiming up to 50× speed and 90% lower cost versus GPUs, adding 40 roles.
London startup
fromBusiness Matters
4 weeks ago

Innovate UK pivots funding to back high-growth firms and future 'industry giants'

Innovate UK is concentrating its £1.1 billion budget on fewer high-potential companies instead of supporting hundreds of thousands of innovators annually, prioritizing scalable technology firms over broad-based support.
London startup
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 month ago

Cyber flywheel aims to kick-start UK cyber security startups | Computer Weekly

The UK government and businesses must support cyber security startups to build a self-sustaining ecosystem with momentum comparable to Israel's successful startup culture.
London startup
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

UK digital economy sectors adapt strategies for sustained growth - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

UK digital businesses are transitioning from aggressive growth to sustainable models prioritizing lifetime value, data personalization, and regulatory compliance while integrating AI and blockchain technologies.
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