New IDTechEx Market Report: Quantum Sensors Market 2026-2046
This new IDTechEx report characterizes the quantum sensor market, key technologies, and players. Coverage across 20 quantum sensing technology areas, with applications of quantum sensors in electric vehicles, navigation, medical imaging, and quantum computing with market forecasts from 2026 to 2046. It reveals significant opportunity, with the quantum sensor market forecast to reach US$1.9bn by…
AI innovation in geriatric care: A global development with UK relevance
Disclaimer - this article is provided by Excellence First Enterprise Consultancy (EFEC) , reflecting our role as a trusted bridge between the UK and China in talent, innovation, and life sciences - connecting people and ideas to advance collaboration across borders.
Pragmatic semiconductor appoints Peter Herweck as Chair to Board of Directors
Industrial technology veteran joins the FlexIC technology pioneer enabling item-level intelligence at scale that bridges our physical and digital worlds for a sustainable future.
2026 Nominations window opens for #21toWatch Innovation Awards: “Celebrating what’s new and amplifying what’s next”
We are delighted to announce that the 2026 nominations/applications window for the #21toWatch innovation awards is now open.
The Cambridge Phenomenon continues to intensify and spread out into new locations as businesses double down on clustering to succeed
Cambridge Ahead published new research, undertaken by the Centre for Business Research (CBR), taking a deep dive look at clusters in the Cambridge city region economy over the last decade. The research highlights the phenomenal growth of the Cambridge economy, far outpacing the national economy, and the central role of business parks and clusters in supporting high-value job creation.
Monumo reaches critical ‘tipping point’ in AI ROI
Monumo's technology enables 17% Bill of Materials (BoM) reduction, unlocking billions of euros in potential savings and accelerating development cycles for global manufacturers.
An industry agenda for advanced therapies
11 priorities for building scalable and accessible advanced therapies.
Why ambition needs new infrastructures: A reflection from the AI era
After spending over two decades working between China and the UK in education and innovation, and more recently focused on the life sciences sector, I’ve started to see a quiet gap — one that affects many entrepreneurs with international ambition. This piece is a reflection on that gap, and why I believe new forms of support are needed in the AI era. By Lily Lin, Co-founder of EFEC and long…
Unconscious bias: the silent hiring mistake you can’t afford
At a talk I gave to HR Directors in Cambridge, the overwhelming consensus was that far too many new hires don’t work out. If that doesn’t surprise you, you’ve probably been stung in the past. So what can we do to get it right first time?
Cambridge Wireless signs MoU with British Serbian Chamber of Commerce to strengthen UK-Serbia tech collaboration
One of the most interesting collaborations to come out the recent Cambridge Tech Week event was between Cambridge Wireless (CW) and the British Serbian Chamber of Commerce (BSCC).
Building bridges at the Oxford Med-Tech Fair: EFEC’s UK–China life sciences vision
EFEC is laying the foundations of a UK–China Life Sciences Innovation Hub to connect innovators, investors and UK partners.
Sepura announces key leadership change in planned succession
As part of a long-planned succession, Sepura announces the appointment of Chris Barnes as CEO, succeeding Steve Barber, effective from 1st October.
Invent: Life Sciences podcast - make way for advanced therapies – why manufacturing could be coming to a hospital near you
Season 3, Episode 6. In our last episode, we explored the manufacturing strategies that will be key to scaling advanced therapies. Now, we turn our focus to the UK, where new regulatory frameworks and regional collaboration are changing how therapies reach patients.
Quantum computing and AI: Synergy or deep tech rivalry?
In this article, IDTechEx explores the fascinating relationship between quantum computing and AI: two supposed tech revolutions that frequently grab the spotlight. Underneath the hype, there exist both technical synergies and competing market forces.
Unlocking China’s next wave of innovation — why it matters for the UK
China is testing a bold new approach to economic growth: a set of “factor market” pilot reforms across ten leading regions designed to make it easier for talent, capital, technology, and data to flow where they create the most value.
Chris Dunn offers free executive coaching sessions for leaders and aspiring leaders
Cambridgeshire-based executive coach and business mentor Chris Dunn is offering a limited number of free 60-minute executive coaching sessions to be taken in September or October 2025.
Gearset opens new Cambridge headquarters following 49% revenue growth
After achieving 49% revenue growth and welcoming 800 new customers in 2024, Gearset has opened a new UK headquarters in Cambridge.
There are big workplace implications as AI becomes more humanlike, says new study
‘It could get a bit awkward’ if an AI agent with a very human voice and image (correctly) contradicts the CEO at a board meeting
There are big implications for the workplace as artificial intelligence agents become more humanlike, says a new study.
Cambridge Innovation Capital appoints Sir Nigel Wilson as Chair
Former Rolls-Royce CFO Panos Kakoullis also appointed as a Non-Executive Director.
Launch of the secure Innovation Security Review Scheme
HMG are pleased to announce the launch of the Secure Innovation Security Review Scheme.
What’s next for UK event production? Autumn spotlight
The event industry in the UK continues to adapt and innovate at a remarkable pace. Event production is no longer simply about managing staging, sound, and lighting, it's about delivering an immersive experience for audiences both in-person and online. At WaveFX we specialise in live streaming, hybrid events, and complete event production services across the UK. This ramble looks at the current…
Unlocking Minds: China’s BCI Revolution and Opportunities for UK Collaboration
As members of Cambridge Network and Medilink Midlands, we are fascinated by the intersection of emerging technologies and global collaboration. Brain-computer interfaces (BCI)—technologies enabling direct brain-machine interaction—are a field where China’s rapid development presents exciting opportunities for UK partnerships. Drawing from recent analyses and case studies, this article from…
Cambridge welcomes international speakers for Future Spaces - the city’s largest interior design & sustainability event
Future Spaces 2025 is the city’s largest event focused on interior design, sustainability, and the future of commercial spaces. This year’s edition features a stronger international presence, with renowned industry speakers from around the world. Discover who they are and what insights you can gain during this content-packed two-day event.
Cambridge Network launches graduate scheme to develop future leaders
A new learning and development programme has been created to help local employers develop the next generation of leaders.
Placing and subscription raising approximately £1.12 million, total voting tights and PDMR dealings
Cambridge Cognition Holdings plc (AIM: COG), the brain health software group specialising in digital health products that advance brain health research and treatment, is pleased to announce that following the announcement of its interim results for the six months ended 30 June 2025 earlier this morning and in response to shareholder demand, it has raised gross proceeds of approximately £1.12…