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August 8, 2025

AI’s Dirty Secret

Big Tech promised net-zero by 2030. Then came the AI arms race, and the sustainability playbook went out the window. Here’s why your next data centre might come with a smokestack.

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August 4, 2025

What NIO Just Taught Us About Scaling Fast

NIO’s record-breaking EV delivery numbers aren’t just good news for clean transport—they’re a masterclass in scaling talent, tech, and ops under pressure. Here's what high-growth tech teams can steal from their playbook right now.

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July 10, 2025

From Scrap to Strategy: EV Batteries and the New Power Game

Altilium is turning shredded EV batteries into a high-stakes advantage for UK tech. As global demand for critical minerals explodes, recycled supply isn’t just ethical—it’s strategic. This is how scrapped power cells are becoming the secret weapon in the new energy arms race.

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June 13, 2025

Cyber Attack Hits Co-op Stores Hard

When cyber attacks bring retailers like the Co-op to their knees, it’s a wake-up call for every leadership team. Beyond shelves and sales, it’s about resilience, trust, and future-proofing your digital backbone. Here’s what every CTO and COO should learn.

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June 13, 2025

Why the WhatsApp & Apple Legal Battle Matters

A legal row between Apple and the UK government is quietly reshaping the global battle over encryption. WhatsApp just joined the fight. If your business relies on trust and data security, here’s why you should pay attention.

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February 18, 2025

AI and Data Science: Transforming Pharma in 2025

From drug discovery to clinical trials and manufacturing, AI is reshaping the pharmaceutical landscape. Gain exclusive insights from Xist4 and industry leaders on how data science drives efficiency, accelerates breakthroughs, and revolutionises patient care.

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January 3, 2025

Fintech in 2025: Key Industry Predictions for the Year Ahead

Fintech is set for transformative growth in 2025, with advancements in AI, blockchain, and customer-centric solutions leading the charge. Explore the key trends reshaping financial technology and their implications for businesses, investors, and professionals.

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October 29, 2025

YouTube’s Crackdown Just Levelled Up

YouTube’s new rules on violent gaming and online gambling content could flip the script for creators. Here’s why it matters — and what founders in fintech and greentech can learn from YouTube’s latest play.

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October 29, 2025

Bill Gates’ Sunny Spin on a Planet on Fire

Bill Gates wants us all to chill about climate change. But is optimism enough when the house is still smouldering? Let’s talk tech, tone, and why founders can’t afford to 'vibe' their way through climate reality.

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October 29, 2025

Can AI Drive in a Blizzard?

Waymo’s robotaxis can handle sunny LA like a dream — but what happens when the streets are frozen, the sensors are blinded, and a snowplough cuts across its path? Let’s talk AI, snow, and operational reality.

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October 29, 2025

AI-Powered Malware: DDoS Goes God Mode

AI isn't just writing your emails now — it's writing smarter, nastier malware. Here's how AI-fuelled DDoS attacks are changing the cybersecurity game — and why your cyber team can't afford to play catch-up.

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October 29, 2025

How Toilets Got Smarter Than Some Teams

Withings just dropped a toilet gadget that tracks your nutrition in real time via your, ahem, morning splash. Here's what it means for health tech—and the sneaky potential lessons for how we use data in teams.

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