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Cocaine treatment starts hit record high in the UK
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New UK treatment data shows powder cocaine now makes up about 20% of adult treatment starts, a record share that addiction specialists say matches rising demand for help.
FundingSearch launches CRM built for commercial finance brokers
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FundingSearch has launched a broker CRM designed for commercial finance workflows, giving UK brokers one system for deals, clients and lender matching across five asset classes.
2510 Initiative pushes plan to rebuild British wool manufacturing
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The 2510 Initiative is proposing a decade-long effort to reconnect British wool production with British consumers through automation, local sourcing commitments and a new levy on imported finished goods.
FundingSearch launches UK commercial lending software to automate deal sourcing
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FundingSearch has launched a commercial lending platform aimed at replacing manual, spreadsheet-based deal sourcing for UK lenders.
Kicking Horse Mountain Resort launches summer events and winter upgrades
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Kicking Horse Mountain Resort in Golden, British Columbia, is rolling out summer activities, races and dining events through Sept. 27 while also upgrading bike, grooming and lift infrastructure.
Capacitor bank market set to reach $6.8 billion by 2033
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The capacitor bank market was valued at $4.3 billion in 2023 and is projected to hit $6.8 billion by 2033 as utilities, industries, and renewable energy developers push for better power quality and grid stability.
UK unveils £1.1B AI push at London Tech Week
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Britain used London Tech Week 2026 to roll out new AI spending, workforce programs, justice technology and a homelessness data pilot.
Coronation Merchant Bank representative enters global stock trading competition
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Nigeria will be represented by Coronation Merchant Bank at the International Stock Trading Competition starting June 12, 2026, alongside analysts from nine other countries.
Infrared detector market seen reaching $1.24 billion by 2035
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The infrared detector market is projected to grow from $0.75 billion in 2025 to $1.24 billion by 2035, driven by defense, automotive, industrial and healthcare demand.
UK tech gets fresh investment push at London Tech Week
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London Tech Week 2026 opened in London on June 8 with major investment announcements from the UK government, AMD, Nebius and the Mayor of London.
Live Story targets UK, Ireland and Nordics in Europe expansion
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Live Story is widening its European footprint into the UK, Ireland and the Nordics as demand grows for faster digital experiences.
Goldgenie says crypto payments jumped 300% in 6 months
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Goldgenie said cryptocurrency payments rose 300% over the past six months as more luxury buyers use Bitcoin, XRP, Ethereum and stablecoins to pay for high-end goods and services.
Epos Now gets up to £90M from HSBC UK for global expansion
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Epos Now has secured up to £90 million in committed and uncommitted facilities from HSBC UK to fund its next phase of international growth.
Arcus Global rides UK council cloud shift
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Arcus Global says demand is rising as UK councils consolidate legacy systems onto cloud platforms ahead of local government reorganisation and wider digital reforms.
Eros Innovation commits £265M to UK film production and cultural AI
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Eros Innovation said at London Tech Week in London on June 10, 2026, that it will invest £265 million over five years in UK production, technology and creative operations.
Guardian Jet elevates three sales leaders
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Guardian Jet promoted Dan Gardner, Zach Conover and William Smith to sales director roles as the aircraft brokerage and consulting firm expands its reach across jet and turboprop markets.
24hourEDU wins NMLS approval for MLO courses in 3 states
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24hourEDU says it has received NMLS approval for new online mortgage loan originator courses that meet state-specific licensing requirements in Rhode Island, Vermont and West Virginia.
Gary Kooner wins EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2026 Bay Area award
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Kooner Fleet Management Solutions CEO Gary Kooner has been named an EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2026 Bay Area Award Winner, putting his fleet maintenance business on a path to the national competition in November.
Brittney Garcia-Gabrielle set for Mompreneurs TV appearance
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Entrepreneur and mother Brittney Garcia-Gabrielle is scheduled to appear on Mompreneurs TV, a docu-series focused on women who have built businesses and financial independence.
Brittany Michelle Megrath to Appear on Mompreneurs TV
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Retail commercial real estate entrepreneur Brittany Michelle Megrath will appear on Mompreneurs TV to discuss overlooked property opportunities and long-term wealth building through strategic investing.
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