Lloyds Tests Quantum Fraud Detection Breakthrough
A new quantum fraud detection Lloyds experiment is showing how next-generation computing could transform the fight against financial crime. Lloyds Banking Group has completed a nine-month pilot with IBM to explore how quantum computing can identify money mule networks. As a result, the project marks one of the first real-world tests of quantum technology in […]
Birmingham to Host European Robotics Forum 2027
The European robotics forum Birmingham announcement marks a major milestone for the city’s growing reputation in advanced manufacturing, AI and automation. Birmingham will host the European Robotics Forum (ERF) at the International Convention Centre in March 2027. As a result, the event will bring more than 1,000 researchers, engineers and industry leaders from across Europe […]
Innovate UK Deep Tech Strategy Targets Scale-Up Growth
The Innovate UK deep tech strategy sets out a new approach to help high-potential companies scale faster and bring advanced technologies to market. Announced during UK Tech Week 2026, the strategy focuses on supporting businesses that can deliver long-term industrial and economic impact. As a result, Innovate UK aims to close the gap between research […]
IBM Quantum Supercomputing Blueprint Unveiled
The IBM quantum supercomputing blueprint marks a major step toward integrating quantum computing into real-world scientific and industrial applications. IBM has introduced the first reference architecture designed to combine quantum processors with classical computing systems. As computing demands grow, single-system approaches often struggle to solve complex problems. Therefore, IBM’s model brings together quantum processing units […]
Coventry Sci-Fi Defence Research Shapes Future Strategy
A new Coventry sci-fi defence research project is helping the Ministry of Defence explore how future technologies could reshape global security over the next century. Dr Allen Stroud, from Coventry University’s Research Centre for Peace and Security, has worked with the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (dstl) to develop Creative Futures. This initiative brings together […]
UK AI Strategy Invests £1.6bn in Health Innovation
The UK AI strategy investment of £1.6bn marks the Government’s first national Research & Development plan focused solely on artificial intelligence. Through this funding, ministers aim to accelerate breakthroughs in healthcare, from early disease detection to faster drug discovery. Crucially, the strategy seeks to convert the UK’s research strength into deployable solutions that improve lives […]
Birmingham Deep-Sea Inspection Robot Targets Offshore Safety
Birmingham Subsea Robot targets offshore efficiency and safety with advanced technology and design. A Birmingham subsea robot developed by Tyseley-based Innvotek is set to transform offshore inspection and maintenance. As energy infrastructure expands globally, demand for safer and more efficient subsea technology continues to grow. Innvotek, led by founder Shahid Mughal, designed the robot — […]
Birmingham Firm Calls AI Cancer Testing a ‘Pivotal Moment’ for Early Detection
A Birmingham life sciences company has described the Government’s renewed focus on genetics and early diagnosis in its National Cancer Plan as a “pivotal moment” in the fight against cancer. Jeff Bousfield, CEO of Quinton-based Nonacus, said the plan’s commitment to expanding access to genetic testing could significantly improve survival rates and patient outcomes across […]
Greater Things Secures Seed Funding to Scale Support for Idea-Stage Founders Across the UK
Quick Read: Startup support venture to expand inclusive investment and no-code product development programmes nationwide Greater Things, the organisation behind one of the UK’s most inclusive early-stage founder support models, has secured seed funding from a group of strategic business angels. This raise marks a significant milestone in their journey to empower non-technical, idea-stage tech founders and scale their impact […]
Grow Digital Health Midlands Unveils First Cohort to Tackle NHS Challenges
Quick Read: Grow Digital Health Midlands has announced nine healthtech companies for its 2025 accelerator cohort, supporting digital solutions aimed at improving NHS productivity, communication, and patient outcomes. Grow Digital Health Midlands, a newly launched accelerator programme supporting healthcare innovation, has announced the nine companies selected for its inaugural 2025 cohort. The programme, which succeeds the […]