Tag Archives: United Kingdom

29Dec/25

The Evolution of Vibe Engineering

December 29, 2025DevelopersAI agent, AI code agents, AI Pair Coding, AI-assisted software development, Applications of artificial intelligence, Artificial intelligence, Buzzword, DEEPSEEK, Generative artificial intelligence, Machine learning, Programmer, Software engineering, United Kingdom, Vibe codingadmin

Dec. 29, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — Artificial intelligence is fundamentally restructuring the software development lifecycle. Software engineering will become the primary application for AI, transitioning from simple code generation to sophisticated vibe engineering driven by natural language. This shift is expected to decrease computer science enrolment and significantly extend the time required to recruit developers as companies prioritise senior staff with AI expertise. Consequently, human roles will shift towards governance and architecture, necessitating a move toward as-code automation for nearly all enterprise development processes. To remain competitive, technology leaders are advised to modernise their hiring practices and integrate agentic development techniques immediately. Continue reading →

23Dec/25

Drone as a Service (DaaS) market

December 23, 2025Transportageagle, DAAS, Data as a service, Ondas Holdings, United Kingdom, United States, Unmanned aerial vehicle, Valuation, ZENATECHadmin

The rapid evolution of the Drone as a Service (DaaS) market is projected to achieve a multi-billion dollar valuation by 2034. Industry leaders like ZenaTech, AgEagle, and Ondas Holdings are spearheading this growth by integrating artificial intelligence and quantum computing into aerial operations. These advancements specifically cater to the needs of military and defense sectors, alongside applications in agriculture and infrastructure. The report also highlights a significant shift toward service-based business models, supported by legislative changes that allow for more complex flight operations. Strategic expansions, such as new research and development centres in the United States and engineering hubs in the United Kingdom, further underscore the sector’s global momentum. Continue reading

22Dec/25

The Diversity Deficit in The UK Tech Sector

December 22, 2025Finance.google, Angel investor, Benchmark, Corporate finance, Entrepreneurship, India, Investment, London, Nigeria, Private equity, Social capital, Startup company, The British Business Bank, United Kingdom, United States, Venture capital, Venture roundadmin

Dec. 22, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — The report, titled “The Diversity Deficit,” is a policy report from the Startup Coalition that investigates the systemic funding disparities facing ethnically diverse founders in the UK tech sector. Despite these entrepreneurs being more likely to start businesses than their white peers, data reveals they receive a disproportionately small share of venture capital, with Black female founders experiencing the most acute exclusion. The authors identify structural barriers such as a lack of access to informal “warm” networks, investor bias in pattern-matching, and significant information gaps regarding fundraising mechanics. To resolve this economic growth deficit, the report suggests standardising diversity reporting for large funds and strategically supporting diaspora-led investment networks. Furthermore, it advocates for the distribution of micro-grants through established community partners to bridge the gap between initial ideas and investable startups. Ultimately, the source argues that addressing these inequities is a strategic necessity for boosting British innovation and productivity. Continue reading →

14Dec/25

R&D and collab in Africa

December 14, 2025ScienceClimate change mitigation, Costigan, Foundation for Science and Technology, Jim Skea, Ottoline Leyser, Science policy, UK Research and Innovation, United Kingdom, Willettsadmin

Dec. 14, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — The FST journal, Volume 24, Number 2, published by the Foundation for Science and Technology in December 2025 focuses on several critical topics in science and technology policy within the UK and globally. Key themes include an event report on R&D collaboration in Africa, emphasizing shared growth and mutual benefit, and an in-depth conversation with Dame Ottoline Leyser, the recently retired Chief Executive of UKRI, discussing the future and function of UK research councils and funding. Continue reading →

03Dec/25

AI Imaging Doubles Stroke Thrombectomy: Lancet Study

December 3, 2025ReasearchMedical diagnosis, Mobile stroke unit, National Health Service, NHS Scotland, Stroke, Stroke center, Thrombectomy, United Kingdomadmin

Dec. 03, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — This document announces the publication of a significant real-world evaluation concerning the effectiveness of an artificial intelligence platform used in acute stroke diagnosis. Brainomix, a medical imaging company, reported that its software, Brainomix 360 Stroke, was successfully studied over a five-year period using national data from over 450,000 patients admitted to NHS hospitals in England. The study found that using the AI platform was associated with a remarkable 100% increase in endovascular thrombectomy rates, which is a crucial procedure for treating severe strokes. Experts involved in the NHS collaboration affirmed that the technology significantly reduced delays in patient transfer and diagnosis, helping to increase treatment accessibility, especially in primary stroke centres lacking immediate specialist resources. Ultimately, the data supports the general use of AI imaging decision-support software in clinical guidelines due to its ability to improve patient outcomes. Continue reading

01Dec/25

Racism never went away – it simply changed shape

December 1, 2025PoliticsAdolf Hitler, Anti-communism, Authoritarianism, Birmingham, Creative Commons, Cultural racism, Elon Musk, Enoch Powell, Eugenics, Fascism, Francis Galton, Germany, Historical race concepts, Ivor Stanbrook, Katie Hopkins, Katie Lam, Keir Starmer, Kemi Badenoch, Lars Cornelissen, Margaret Thatcher, Matthew Goodwin, Nazism, Nigel Farage, Nuremberg, Racism, Robert Jenrick, Scientific racism, Shabana Mahmood, SHUTTERSTOCK, Suella Braverman, Tommy Robinson, Totalitarianism, United Kingdom, W.E.B. Du Bois, Wes Streeting, White supremacyadmin

Lars Cornelissen, Manchester Metropolitan University; Independent Social Research Foundation

Prime Minister Keir Starmer thinks that racism is returning to British society. He has accused Nigel Farage’s Reform UK of sowing “toxic division” with its “racist rhetoric”.

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25Nov/25

Critical Thinking: There is a thin line between genius and insanity

November 25, 2025DevelopersArtificial intelligence, Bipolar disorder, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Computational neuroscience, Concepts in aesthetics, Creativity, Creativity and mental health, depression, Mental disorder, Mental health, Mind, Mood disorders, Scotland, United Kingdom, Walesadmin

Nov. 25, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — This phrase, “There is a thin line between genius and insanity,” is a compelling and long-standing stereotype that suggests a close connection between exceptional creativity and mental illness.

While it’s a popular idea, modern research indicates that it’s an oversimplification. There isn’t a single “thin line,” but rather a complex, non-linear relationship where certain traits and genetic factors are sometimes shared between highly creative individuals and those with specific mood disorders. Continue reading →

24Nov/25

Is racism becoming more acceptable in the UK?

November 24, 2025Human InterestAustralia, Brexit, Creative Commons, Cultural racism, Frank Reeves, Ireland, Keir Starmer, Kevin Durrheim, Michael Billig, Netherlands, Nigel Farage, Political positions of Nigel Farage, Prejudice, Racism, Rahul Sambaraju, Reform UK, Right-wing politics in the United Kingdom, Right-wing populism in the United Kingdom, Sarah Pochin, Simon Goodman, UK Independence Party, United Kingdom, Wes Streeting, Xenophobiaadmin

Simon Goodman, De Montfort University and Rahul Sambaraju, University of Edinburgh

Keir Starmer has called on Nigel Farage to address allegations of racism in Reform UK, and antisemitic and xenophobic comments and bullying allegedly made by Farage while he was at school. Farage has denied the accusations.

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20Nov/25

UK Corporate Digital Communication: AI Responsibility and Transparency Gaps

November 20, 2025BusinessAI safety, Artificial intelligence, Coca - Cola HBC, Computer law, Cybernetics, Existential risk from artificial intelligence, Politics and technology, Regulation of artificial intelligence, United Kingdomadmin

A Webranking survey by Comprend assessment details how well the corporate websites of the UK’s largest listed companies meet stakeholder expectations for digital communication and transparency. A major finding is that while UK companies are strong in digital accessibility (with 75% publishing an accessibility statement), they significantly lag in responsible AI disclosure, as only 10% provide a policy or framework for ethical AI use, falling slightly behind the European average. The report notes a “clear gap” between merely discussing AI and demonstrating responsible governance, though sustainability communication is also expanding in scope. Overall, UK companies achieved an average score of 46.4 out of 100 in the ranking, with Coca-Cola HBC being the top scorer, demonstrating consistent strength in financial transparency and cohesive storytelling. The survey underscores the growing pressure on businesses to communicate clearly on complex topics like AI governance and sustainability amid evolving regulatory frameworks. Continue reading

06Nov/25

Rathbones’ Call for UK Regional Investment and Growth

November 6, 2025EconomyRathbone family, Rathbones, United Kingdom, Wealth taxadmin

Rathbones, a major UK wealth management firm produced their report, “Building Prosperity: Five Recommendations for Growth and Investment in the UK.” This analysis highlights that the UK is the most geographically unequal economy in the developed world, with critical under-investment occurring outside of the South-East region. Rathbones urgently calls on the Chancellor to take decisive action in the Autumn Budget to reverse this neglect, citing poor infrastructure, high energy costs, and planning system delays as major hindrances to national economic potential. The firm specifically recommends policy changes across five areas: pensions, business taxation, regional investment, wealth taxation, and property market reform. Continue reading