UK’s most powerful AI supercomputer launched by the University of Bristol
The University of Bristol has officially launched what it boasts as the UK’s most powerful artificial intelligence (AI) supercomputer, Isambard-AI. This £225 million facility, a collaboration with Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) and Nvidia, is capable of processing data at a speed that would take the entire global population 80 years to achieve in just one […]
Smartbox secures third acquisition in 6 weeks with German eye-tracking specialist
Bristol-headquartered communications technology provider Smartbox has completed its third acquisition in six weeks with the swoop for German eye-tracking assistive technology business GazeFirst. The move will lead to the creation of a new ‘eye gaze’ division at Smartbox Group, which currently employs 700 people globally. GazeFirst, established in 2023 and based in Frankfurt, is known […]
DATA3 to create jobs after £200K boost from British business bank
Bristol-based data and artificial intelligence consultancy DATA3 has secured a £200,000 loan from the British Business Bank’s South West Investment Fund, which is earmarked to accelerate the company’s growth ambitions and expand its workforce. The investment, facilitated by fund manager FW Capital, will enable DATA3 to further its expansion both locally and internationally. Established in […]
Government plans to ‘supercharge’ UK cyber sector with millions in investment
The UK’s expanding cybersecurity sector is set to receive a significant boost with millions in new investment and a fresh Cyber Growth Action Plan, as part of the government’s wider ‘Plan for Change’. The announcement outlined a new roadmap for the UK’s thriving cyber industry, which already generates £13.2 billion in annual revenue and supported […]
SETsquared Bristol makes three key appointments to drive innovation and growth
SETsquared Bristol, the successful tech incubator backed by the University of Bristol, has announced three key appointments to its team. Caroline Thompson has joined as Centre Manager, while Dr. Becky Sage and Dr. Kam Pooni have been named Entrepreneurs in Residence. They will work alongside the existing team to support SETsquared Bristol’s member companies. Since […]
SW offshore wind firm Beam enters administration with 160+ job losses
A South West-based subsea and offshore wind company, Beam, has gone into administration resulting in the loss of more than 160 jobs. This comes just eight months after the firm announced ambitious plans to double its workforce. Beam, headquartered in Bristol, was formed in September last year through the merger of subsea pioneer Rovco and […]
Exeter firm Nexus OS achieves coveted Microsoft security partner status
Nexus OS, an IT support and consultancy provider headquartered in Exeter but with offices in Bristol, Birmingham and Cardiff, has announced it achieved Microsoft Solutions Partner status for Security. This latest accreditation joins the firm’s existing accolades for Azure Infrastructure and Modern Work (covering both Small and Medium Businesses and Enterprise clients). This milestone positions […]
Oxford Quantum Circuits appoints engineering veteran as new chair
Oxford Quantum Circuits (OQC), a quantum computing firm, has announced the appointment of experienced engineering leader Jack Boyer as its new chair. The move comes as the company continues its global expansion and pushes forward with technological advancements. Mr. Boyer, 65, brings a significant track record in scaling deep-tech and engineering businesses to the role. […]
Bristol quantum security firm KETS secures £1.7M Innovate UK contract
Quantum security specialist KETS has announced a significant boost to its development plans, securing a £1.7 million contract funded by Innovate UK. The funding, awarded through the Small Business Research Initiative (SBRI) competition, is aimed at accelerating the creation of crucial components and systems for quantum network technologies, with the overarching goal of establishing the […]
UK leads the way in AI cybersecurity, but OnSecurity report finds regional disparity persists
London dominates the UK’s cybersecurity landscape, particularly in AI, according to a new analysis of government data by Bristol-based OnSecurity. The report, based on the “AI and Software cybersecurity market analysis report” from the Government website, reveals the UK as a global leader in AI cybersecurity, but highlights a significant geographical concentration of expertise. The […]