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Browse through our collection of news, perspectives and webinars to gain a deeper understanding of the Innovate UK Business Connect culture and sector intelligence.

The Human Futures event series
Event
16/09/2025 Edinburgh, Birmingham, London

The Human Futures event series

Join us for the Human Futures event series for engaging, theme focused discussions, to explore the technologies of tomorrow and the societal challenges they seek to address.

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BridgeAI Adopters and Developers event
Event
13/11/2025 Wallacespace, London

BridgeAI Adopters and Developers event

Join The Alan Turing Institute and Innovate UK BridgeAI for a dynamic in-person event connecting AI adopters and developers across the UK. Engage in expert-led sessions, curated networking, and pitch opportunities designed to accelerate collaboration and innovation in AI for SMEs in the Creative, Agrifood, Construction, and Transport sectors.

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Libra.law: Democratising Access to Justice
Case Study
31/07/2025

Libra.law: Democratising Access to Justice

Each year, millions of individuals in England and Wales experience a legal problem yet more than half do not access advice or support (MoJ Legal Needs Surveys). At the same time, the UK legal services market is the largest in Europe, with a turnover of £44 billion. Despite this, one in five people believe justice remains out of reach due to complex processes, high costs, or a lack of available services.
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Hazard Impact Tracker (HIT): Advancing Catastrophe Risk Management
Case Study
31/07/2025

Hazard Impact Tracker (HIT): Advancing Catastrophe Risk Management

Climate change continues to amplify the frequency and severity of natural disasters around the world, and last years’ global losses were estimated at more than $350 billion (£261 billion). The “natural catastrophe insurance protection gap” is impeding long-term development whilst exacerbating poverty and inequality as households, businesses, and governments are having to absorb the bulk of the financial blow. As such, the need to close the growing insurance protection gap for natural catastrophes (NatCats), especially in emerging markets and developing economies (EMDEs), is becoming more urgent day by day.
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Manufacturing Communities Spotlight: Innovation 4 Machinery at AMPI
Event
24/09/2025 Online

Manufacturing Communities Spotlight: Innovation 4 Machinery at AMPI

Discover how regional innovation is shaping the future of UK manufacturing in this spotlight webinar on Innovation 4 Machinery (I4M), a new programme from the Advanced Machinery & Productivity Institute (AMPI).

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PortF: Transforming ESG Reporting for Financial Services
Case Study
30/07/2025

PortF: Transforming ESG Reporting for Financial Services

Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) factors are an increasingly important part of investment decision-making, however being able to access accurate and transparent data remains a challenge for many firms. Over the years, investors have faced growing pressure to incorporate ESG considerations into their strategies, yet reporting frameworks are complex and evolving, whilst ESG data is often fragmented and unstructured.
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Mind Foundry: Inclusive Mobility for Ageing Drivers
Case Study
30/07/2025

Mind Foundry: Inclusive Mobility for Ageing Drivers

By 2031, one in six people globally will be aged 60 or over – rising to one in four by 2050. As life expectancy increases, so does the need to support safe and independent mobility for older adults. In the UK, the number of drivers over the age of 65 is set to grow significantly over the coming decades. Yet older drivers often face barriers to accessing affordable motor insurance, as conventional models rely heavily on age as a risk factor.
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EarnrAI: Smarter Tax Support
Case Study
30/07/2025

EarnrAI: Smarter Tax Support

Each year, the UK’s 4.4 million self-employed workers* must navigate a tax system that is complex, jargon-heavy, and constantly changing. Frequent policy updates make it hard to stay on top of what’s required, and getting support from HMRC can be time-consuming. Rather than offer meaningful support, existing online tools tend to prioritise form completion and box ticking.
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Horizon Europe: UK–EU CCAM Collaboration Webinar Series 2025
Event
24/09/2025 Online

Horizon Europe: UK–EU CCAM Collaboration Webinar Series 2025

A 5-part online programme designed to strengthen cross-border collaboration between UK and European stakeholders engaged in Connected, Cooperative, and Automated Mobility (CCAM).

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Funding Future Tech: Digital Security & Data Economy
Event
04/09/2025 Online

Funding Future Tech: Digital Security & Data Economy

Join us online, for this edition of the Funding Future Tech webinar series, spotlighting high-growth, innovation-driven sectors. This webinar will explore how secure digital infrastructure and data-driven innovation are shaping investable opportunities across the UK’s deeptech landscape.

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