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Unive Raises €410K to Expand AI-Powered College Counseling Platform
Unive secures €410K in funding to scale its AI-driven college and career counseling platform, combining AI guidance with expert tutors to make admissions support efficient, equitable, and accessible to students worldwide.
HSBC and IBM Demonstrate Quantum Computing Advantage in Bond Trading
HSBC and IBM show how quantum computing can improve corporate bond trading, achieving a 34% better prediction of trade fills compared to classical methods, marking a world-first application of quantum technology in financial services.
British Airways and Apple Redefine Loyalty with Avios Tech Rewards
British Airways’ new partnership with Apple lets passengers spend Avios on Apple products. Christine Bourdon of Designit says it signals a shift—frequent flyer programmes are evolving into lifestyle ecosystems, blending travel, tech, and everyday value.
Revolut Commits £3B to UK with New Global HQ and 1,000 Jobs
Revolut unveils its new London global HQ, pledging £3B investment and 1,000 UK jobs. Part of a £10B global growth plan, the fintech giant targets 100M customers by 2027 and expansion into 30+ new markets by 2030.
Anthemis and CAIVP Launch CommonAI to Boost UK & European AI Ecosystem
Anthemis and Cambridge AI Venture Partners unveil CommonAI, a collaborative platform providing AI start-ups with shared IP, affordable GPU resources, and strategic investment, aiming to strengthen UK and European competitiveness against Big Tech dominance.
Qualcomm and HARMAN Partner to Deliver AI-Powered Cockpit and ADAS Solutions
Qualcomm and HARMAN are joining forces to integrate Snapdragon® Cockpit Elite platforms with HARMAN’s Ready portfolio, bringing AI-enabled, personalized in-cabin and ADAS experiences for automakers, with a focus on Europe and China’s growing demand for intelligent mobility.