Technology
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Biosolutions could deliver €133bn boost for Europe by 2035
A new study finds biosolutions could create 604,000 European jobs. The Amsterdam Data Collective report, commissioned by Novonesis, outlines how bio-based technologies could unlock €133 billion in value for the EU and UK by 2035, but warns that policy reform is critical for global competitiveness.
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Usecure secures Series A funding after bootstrapping
Usecure secures Series A funding to support global expansion. Manchester-based cybersecurity firm usecure has secured its first investment round from Kennet Partners to accelerate growth and enhance its human risk management solutions for MSPs and IT teams worldwide….
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UK electric car sales surge on fleet demand
Fleet demand has powered the UK’s electric vehicle market. The new-car market recorded its strongest June since 2019. Battery-electric vehicle registrations rose 34.6 percent year-on-year in the first half, but private uptake remains subdued and the 2025 ZEV target is still out of reach.
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Bank of England considers stablecoin use
Bank of England shows openness to stablecoins in wholesale markets. Sasha Mills, Executive Director of Financial Market Infrastructure, indicated a potential role for stablecoins in wholesale markets, signalling a shift from the Bank’s cautious stance, amidst industry feedback.
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EU outlines quantum plan to attract private capital
The EU has launched a five-pillar quantum plan. The Commission wants Europe to become a “quantum industrial powerhouse” by 2030 — and is drawing up a Quantum Act to boost investment, secure infrastructure, and scale start-ups. Six pilot chip lines and a new quantum academy will launch by 2026.
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What the DUAA means for CMOs
New data rules reshape marketing compliance and campaign design. The DUAA brings clarity to cookie consent, lawful bases, and direct marketing — with specific implications for CRM, analytics, and digital strategy.
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UK corporate cyber-attacks surge as digital risks grow
One in four UK firms faced a cyber-attack last year. The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors warns outdated building technology is fuelling a wave of breaches, as new data shows businesses of all sizes are increasingly vulnerable — with owners urged to modernise defences and audit digital risks.
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AI adoption squeezes UK entry-level job market
UK entry-level roles have dropped by a third since 2022. Automation is accelerating across sectors, with graduate and junior roles squeezed hardest. New figures show retail listings are down 78%, while AI hiring trends are reshaping the wider UK job market.
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EIS becomes first cloud-native insurer to secure AI ethics certification
EIS achieves ISO 42001 certification for AI governance leadership. The cloud-native insurance platform provider is the first in its category to receive the new global standard for AI management systems, reinforcing its commitment to ethical, accountable AI deployment in the insurance sector.
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Big four cut graduate roles as AI rises
Big Four firms cut graduate roles due to AI automation. Deloitte, EY, KPMG, and PwC have reduced graduate recruitment by up to a third, driven by AI adoption and cost-cutting measures, impacting the traditional entry-level job market.