Sainsbury's SmartLists AI app tool launches Wednesday
Sainsbury's launches SmartLists AI tool in app on Oct 7, letting customers create shopping lists by typing, voice, or photo.
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Birmingham food testing firm 'best in UK' invites Brummies
Noted Fieldwork, named best UK research facility, invites Brummies to taste and score new foods at its Kings Heath centre, which opened September 17.
NatWest joins 5 banks on AI agentic commerce principles
NatWest and five global banks publish joint principles for trusted agentic commerce, covering transparency, safety, privacy, choice and interoperability.
Lloyds Bank launches start-up programme for UK founders
Lloyds Banking Group is seeking UK start-ups and scale-ups for its Launch Innovation programme, offering direct access to specialists and insight into 29 million customers.
Cash ISA allowance cut to £12,000 for under-65s from April 2027
Cash ISA annual allowance for under-65s will drop from £20,000 to £12,000 in April 2027, with a 22% charge on cash interest held in stocks and shares ISAs, hitting households with over £10,000 in savings.
NatWest invests £1m in Glassboxx publisher tech
NatWest has provided a £1 million funding package to Glassboxx, supporting AI development, global expansion, and new jobs for over 100 publishers and university presses.
Birmingham father-son duo secure Dragons' Den investment
Birmingham father-son duo Ivor and Eugene Patterson secured £50,000 from Steven Bartlett on Dragons' Den for their hibiscus drink brand Revibed, after revealing Eugene's dad suffered a heart attack.
Grimsby family launches GameFrame 3D jersey display
Liam Ebbs, a former construction worker from Grimsby, has launched GameFrame, a 3D football shirt display that brings sports memorabilia to life, attracting interest from clubs and retailers within weeks of its debut.
AI top concern for 38% of North East firms, BDO finds
38% of North East businesses rank AI adoption as their top concern for the next six months, according to BDO's Mid-Market Tracker, with 35% planning to accelerate investment in AI or automation.
Lloyds warns young AI users face financial confidence gap
76% of 18-24-year-olds use AI for personal finance, yet they are least confident in financial decisions, Lloyds Bank reveals.
Longcliffe duo mark 82 years of combined service
Ian McDonald (47 years) and Mark Whittaker (35 years) at Longcliffe Quarries Ltd celebrate 82 years of combined service as the Derbyshire firm nears its 2027 centenary.
Business West CEO Douglas Ure on growth, AI and the economy
Douglas Ure, new Business West chief executive, outlines plans to boost revenue, review office space, and support regional growth amid economic challenges.
Brillio Wins Two AI and Talent Development Awards
Brillio, a digital transformation company, has won two awards for AI and talent development, recognising its innovative approach to upskilling and technology.
Birmingham's £144m Oracle system Brindley goes live
Birmingham City Council's £144m Oracle system, Brindley, went live on August 18, 2026, four years after a failed upgrade triggered a Section 114 notice. Staff celebrated with cake as leaders voiced cautious optimism.
Antare Security Launches Body Camera Platform in Birmingham
Antare Security has launched a new body camera platform in Birmingham, enhancing transparency and safety for frontline workers with real-time monitoring capabilities.
Birmingham Haircare Brand at Notting Hill Carnival
Birmingham-based Textures haircare brand showcased at Notting Hill Carnival 2025, celebrating diverse hair textures with pop-up styling demos and product giveaways.
Lloyds: AI creates jobs in over half of UK firms
54% of UK businesses say AI has created new jobs, Lloyds Bank finds. 58% plan to invest in AI skills, while 31% lack needed skills.
Five tax-free allowances could save Brits up to £2,000
UK residents could miss out on £50bn in unused tax allowances. Expert Michele Tieghi reveals five tax-free allowances worth up to £2,000 before April.
Little Bao Boy acquired by Sessions growth platform
Leeds street food brand Little Bao Boy has been acquired by Sessions, the restaurant growth platform, after a successful five-year partnership.
Six New Deals Complete Letting of Wellington House Starter Units
All six starter units at Wellington House in Birmingham are now let, with new tenants including a café, a barber, a beauty salon, and a therapy centre, boosting local business.
Chris Davies on Birmingham City's cautious transfer approach
Birmingham City boss Chris Davies provides an update on Ibrahim Osman pursuit, explains cautious loan strategy, and says club will assess options in final 10 days of transfer window.
Young Hull graduates get grant boost for Heuro Studios
Alex Sparkes, 21, and fellow University of Hull graduates have launched Heuro Studios in Hull city centre, securing a £728 digital inclusion grant from Quickline to buy equipment and grow their interactive technology business.
Birmingham City target Championship number tens Mehmeti, O'Hare, Carey
Birmingham City are searching for a new number 10 before the transfer window closes, with Anis Mehmeti, Callum O'Hare and Sonny Carey among the Championship options being considered.
Romsley CY Group Opens New Office in Herefordshire
Romsley-based CY Group has expanded into Herefordshire by opening a new office in Hereford, marking its first move outside the West Midlands since its 2022 founding.
Logicor UK growth continues with West Midlands planning consent
Logicor secures planning consent for a new mid-box development in the West Midlands, continuing its UK expansion strategy. The project adds 110,000 sq ft of logistics space.
Birmingham Design Firm Celebrates 20 Years
A family-run graphic design company in Birmingham is celebrating 20 years in business, marking two decades of growth and client service.
AI creates jobs in West Midlands, Lloyds survey shows
A Lloyds Bank survey reveals 63% of West Midlands businesses report AI created jobs, with 58% hiring for AI roles amid a skills race.
Renovo Tool Group secures £1.6m funding for growth
Renovo Tool Group, a County Durham tools business, aims to double turnover after securing a £1.6m funding package, including asset finance from Reward, NEL investment, and grant support.
Birmingham YouTuber Pharmacy Planet Hits 200K Subscribers
Birmingham-based YouTube channel Pharmacy Planet has reached 200,000 subscribers, sharing pharmacy and medicine insights to a global audience.
Newcastle biotech BSF in robotics and luxury car deal
Newcastle's BSF Enterprise has partnered with German firm Schakau Managementberatung to commercialise lab-grown leather for luxury cars and bio-engineered skin for robotics, targeting MOUs by 2027.
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