Early-stage VC firm Emerge has successfully closed its second fund at $73 million, exceeding its initial target due to strong interest. The new fund, which draws support from over 100 renowned operators in the future of work and education, takes Emerge’s total assets under management to $100 million. Emerge’s partners share diverse backgrounds, many of them having benefited from education as a means of social mobility. Their focus is on democratising opportunity by supporting pre-seed and seed companies that are breaking barriers in access to education, career navigation, and AI-enabled workplace solutions. Investors in this fund include KfW Capital, Laerdal Invest, Jacobs…
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A historic Thames family business is at the forefront of sustainable tourism, launching the UK’s first electric-powered tour boat for the Tower of London, expected to set sail in summer 2025. Woods’ Silver Fleet has announced the construction of its first zero-emissions boat at Pendennis Shipyard in Cornwall. The Woods family, with over a century’s experience in Thames river cruises and high-profile private charters for clients like Google, Net-A-Porter, and Lamborghini, is bringing its expertise to this groundbreaking venture. This pioneering vessel is the first in the UK to employ advanced aluminium design and an innovative all-battery drive system. After…
Radar Healthcare, a top provider of compliance, risk, and quality management software, is aiding Horizon as it widens its residential care services for children and young people across Wiltshire. Radar Healthcare’s comprehensive tools are set to strengthen Horizon’s governance framework as it grows. By employing incident and audit management features, the software enables Horizon to address issues effectively, embedding a culture of ongoing improvement. Through its compliance features, Radar Healthcare will assist Horizon in keeping pace with regulatory standards, ensuring they not only comply but consistently aim higher. The analytics and reporting tools within the software will provide Horizon with…
Set for 7-10 January, Istanbul’s Carpet and Flooring Expo 2025 will welcome European buyers to discover the latest innovations in carpets and flooring. The event expands with three additional halls to support new global partnerships. Organisers are preparing for the Carpet and Flooring Expo 2025 (CFE), scheduled for January at Istanbul Expo Centre. Following the inaugural event’s success in December 2023, CFE returns with an expanded area of 120,000 square metres, offering more room for exhibitors and visitors. Marketing efforts and exhibitor sign-ups are advancing. Building on the first edition’s success with over 21,000 attendees from 103 countries, the 2025…
The European Union (EU) has launched the ‘More Than Only Food & Drink’ campaign to inspire retailers and wholesalers as they prepare their festive product lines this year. UK supermarkets have once again turned to European influences for their Christmas ranges, offering exciting new twists on traditional products. Festive items featuring EU ingredients include Seafood and Chorizo Shells, Sweet Spiced Gammon with Citrus Glaze, and Golden Limoncello Stollen Bites. From fine wines and meats to charcuterie, cheeses, and sweet treats, the EU offers a rich variety of authentic flavours. The Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) and Protected Geographical Indication (PGI)…
Dr. Hande Ulusal, a renowned dermatologist, points to the growing popularity of non-surgical rhinoplasty, or the non-surgical nose job, which offers patients natural enhancements with minimal recovery time. Non-surgical aesthetic treatments have become increasingly popular in recent years, as more people seek natural, youthful results without invasive surgery. Dr. Hande Ulusal, an expert in dermatology and non-surgical aesthetics, highlights the growing demand for minimally invasive treatments, such as lip fillers, pigmentation therapies, and laser skin rejuvenation. This growing trend reflects the wider preference for procedures that deliver quick, effective results with minimal downtime. Research published in the PMFA Journal shows…
Adana recently hosted Türkiye’s inaugural summit on social gastronomy and sustainable agriculture, held in October as part of the 8th International Taste of Adana Festival. Supported by the Adana Governor’s Office and organised in collaboration with the Switzerland-based Social Gastronomy Movement (SGM), the summit focused on food sustainability, soil health, irrigation, and the environmental impact of agriculture. Participants included chefs, farmers, and entrepreneurs from Switzerland, the Netherlands, Mexico, the USA, and the Philippines. Chef Ebru Baybara Demir, the first Turkish chef to win the 2023 Basque Culinary World Prize and a recognised Global Food Hero by the UNFAO, led the…
Innovative platform poised to reshape the industry with advanced technology and a pioneering business approach The Code Registry, a frontrunner in AI-enhanced software asset management, has today introduced a new, no-cost software code escrow service. This groundbreaking initiative is set to revolutionise the field by making secure code escrow accessible to companies of all sizes, using advanced technology alongside a unique business model. Historically, software code escrow services have been prohibitively costly and complicated, often limiting their availability to large corporations. The Code Registry’s latest offering removes these barriers, providing a free and user-friendly platform to safeguard the integrity and…
A recent experiment by Christopher Drake, founder of That Automation Agency, has exposed potential risks in bank voice authentication systems due to the advancement of AI-driven voice cloning technology. Drake, who also published a YouTube video detailing his experiment, used AI-generated voice samples to circumvent a bank’s voice ID security, casting doubt on the reliability of biometric authentication methods. “I was building a solution for a client related to voice AI and video AI technologies, which allow you to duplicate your voice and visuals without recording or filming anything,” Drake explained. “Curiosity led me to test whether this technology could…
Ahnya O’Riordan (The Life List, Sinking Spring) has joined the cast of Chicago Med for its 10th season in a prominent guest star role. Ahnya will take on the character of Sylvie Joseph, a pregnant high school student whose storyline sheds light on the social and cultural influences surrounding teenage pregnancy. She will make her debut in the sixth episode, Forget Me Not, airing on 6th November 2024. Ahnya began her career as a child model and commercial actress, later joining Kidz Bop as a singer and dancer. Kidz Bop, known for family-friendly covers of popular songs, has featured notable…