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More than a quarter of UK adults have used Generative AI

New research from accounting group Deloitte has found that more than a quarter of UK adults have used generative artificial intelligence such as chatbots. The Deloitte survey of 4,150 UK adults found that just over half of the population had heard of generative AI, with around one in 10 respondents, the equivalent of approximately four […]

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New appointment to lead Chamber’s international divisions

Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce has made a key appointment to boost its international offering to members. Sian Timmins (pictured above) joins the GBCC as international partnerships manager, with overall responsibility for managing the Greater Birmingham Global and Transatlantic Chambers of Commerce. Sian has a wealth of experience working with local and international stakeholders, including a spell at

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Scottish EDGE returns with new food and drink sector award

Businesses with innovative ideas in the food and drink sector could be in the running for up to £100k of support from Scottish EDGE thanks to a new funding award. Supported by Scotland Food & Drink, this new award forms part of the 22nd round of Scottish EDGE Awards which opened for submissions last week,

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Vodafone helps over a million SMEs enhance their online skills thanks to its business support programme

Over a million small and medium sized businesses across the UK have upskilled their digital capabilities thanks to the free business guidance and training available from Vodafone via platforms such as V-Hub. The V-hub platform, which recently celebrated its third birthday, provides free access to training, tools, and an in-depth knowledge centre. Through V-hub users

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Cardiff based Funeral Director reveals local investment

The Cardiff based Coles Funeral Directors have revealed they’ve made a significant investment in Rumney, creating several new jobs and doubling the size of its funeral home.  Rumney was the site of Coles Funeral Directors’ first funeral home in the city almost 20 years ago. Since then Coles has expanded its reach across areas like

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Skylark Lasers secures investment from Innovate UK

Skylark Lasers, has been awarded £2.34 million in investment from Innovate UK to help develop the next generation quantum-enabled navigation and time-keeping systems. The leading Edinburgh-based photonics company has been awarded almost 10% of the £25 million total funding available from Innovate UK’s Quantum-Enabled positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) Small Business Research Initiative (SBRI) competition

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Top figures in the Midlands hospitality sector honoured at major awards

The sixth Midlands Food, Drink and Hospitality Awards took place on the 10th of July at Birmingham Eastside Rooms, to honour and celebrate the region’s thriving hospitality scene.  The grand awards ceremony, organised and run by B Events, saw 27 impressive businesses and individuals, recognised for their ongoing outstanding achievements across the hospitality industry. Hosted

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Cardiff Airport selects its latest charity partner

Cardiff Airport has announced British Heart Foundation Cymru as its chosen charity partner for the next 12 months. This news comes following an airport-wide vote, where employees voted from three shortlisted charities that were identified following an application process earlier this year. Spencer Birns, CEO of Cardiff Airport said; “It is fantastic to be working

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Birmingham businesses optimistic following upturn in sales and orders

A new economic report reveals Greater Birmingham businesses are showing signs of recovery thanks to a significant upturn in domestic sales and orders. According to the latest Quarterly Business Report from Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce, firms across the region “remain upbeat and optimistic about the opportunities ahead” despite the pressures of inflation, interest rate

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Lovell Sponsors Major Business Award

Lovell Partnerships have been announced as category sponsors in this year’s Lanarkshire Business Excellence Awards hosted by North and South Lanarkshire Councils. The developer behind the new Glow Garren development on the site of the former Signify (formerly Philips) lighting factory in Hamilton, is co-sponsoring the Lanarkshire Community Impact Award, with its sister company, Morgan

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