New data from the 2024/25 UEFA Champions League season has revealed which teams are the quickest to strike and the most likely to score in the dying moments of a game. The research, conducted by iGaming experts at Betmaster, analysed goal times across all teams in the competition’s league phase, calculating both the average first goal time and the percentage of goals scored in the first and last 15 minutes of matches. The findings show that Bologna FC 1909 leads the pack when it comes to early-game strikes. During the 2023/24 season, the Italian side netted 18.52% of their total…
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Nearly 38,000 new jobs are expected to be created across the UK following the announcement of a record £63 billion investment at today’s International Investment Summit. This landmark commitment more than doubles the £29.5 billion secured at last year’s Global Investment Summit, demonstrating robust investor confidence in the UK’s economic potential. The investments span various sectors, including infrastructure, technology, and life sciences, with significant contributions from major players. Notable among these is a £6.3 billion investment from four major US tech firms dedicated to enhancing data centres in the UK, a critical move to bolster the nation’s artificial intelligence (AI)…
Pulse Fibre has announced a significant partnership with Adtran to expand its ultra-fast fibre network, aiming to connect over 250,000 households across the UK. The initiative will leverage Adtran’s advanced 10Gbit/s XGS-PON fibre access platform, designed to facilitate seamless upgrades and flexibility as customer demands evolve. The collaboration is particularly focused on new housing developments, allowing Pulse Fibre to deliver Gigabit and multigigabit services with symmetrical speeds of up to 10Gbit/s in both rural and urban areas. The new network will also provide property developers with early-stage connectivity for essential infrastructure systems, such as electric vehicle (EV) chargers and security…
The UK’s life sciences sector is set to receive a £279 million boost as part of a new collaboration between the UK Government and pharmaceutical giant Lilly, announced at the International Investment Summit on Monday, 14 October. The partnership aims to advance medical research and help address significant health challenges, including the country’s rising obesity crisis. This investment reinforces the government’s goal of catalysing investment and innovation, proving that the UK is “open for business.” The collaboration is centred around the launch of the first ‘Lilly Gateway Labs’ innovation accelerator in Europe, which will be based in the UK. This…
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) has reached a significant milestone in the development of its MQ-9B Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA). The company completed full-scale fatigue testing of the airframe on September 30, 2024, marking an essential step in the certification process of the drone. The testing, designed to simulate the lifespan of the aircraft, was carried out at Wichita State University’s National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) in Kansas and covered the aircraft’s “second lifetime” of operation, equivalent to 80,000 operating hours. This phase of testing is part of the broader certification effort under NATO standard STANAG 4671. The…
Mission Zero Technologies (MZT), the UK-based startup behind the nation’s first commercial direct air capture (DAC) plant, has achieved another milestone by deploying its third modular system in Canada. The system, installed at Deep Sky Labs in Innisfail, Alberta, will play a crucial role in advancing carbon removal technology as part of a project owned and operated by carbon removal developer Deep Sky. The project will validate the effectiveness of Mission Zero’s innovative DAC technology, which is designed to capture and store atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO2). The facility marks Mission Zero’s first international deployment and third system within a year,…
High street bakery GAIL’s has announced a partnership with talent acquisition technology scale-up inploi to enhance its candidate experience across the UK. With 150 bakeries and a workforce of 2,500, GAIL’s aims to modernise its recruitment processes and attract top talent through innovative technology. Previously, GAIL’s relied on traditional job boards for advertising vacancies. However, the long, form-based application process was cumbersome and inaccessible, resulting in over 70% of applicants dropping out before completion. This challenge prompted the bakery to seek a more efficient solution to engage potential candidates. By adopting inploi’s technology, GAIL’s has launched a new careers hub…
Leading refrigerated vehicle supplier Petit Forestier recently lent its support to the OppO Foundation by providing a temperature-controlled vehicle for a charity cricket match held at the iconic Windsor Castle. This partnership underscores Petit Forestier’s commitment to social responsibility and community engagement. Founded in 2014, the OppO Foundation is dedicated to supporting ex-military personnel and their families facing challenges related to disability, mental health, or financial hardship. The charity aims to provide targeted assistance to those who have served the country, helping them transition back into civilian life. The event, held at Windsor Castle, brought together players and spectators for…
As students prepare to return to school, experts have highlighted common mistakes that can hinder their academic performance and exam results. According to qualified teachers from the tuition provider Teachers To Your Home, several prevalent habits can negatively impact learning outcomes. Skipping Breakfast One of the most significant issues is skipping breakfast. Experts stress the importance of this meal, which helps balance blood sugar levels after a night of fasting. Breakfast provides essential glucose, a primary energy source, helping to combat fatigue and brain fog. Teachers recommend incorporating brain-boosting foods like blueberries, which contain antioxidants that improve communication between brain…
According to a recent report by Information Services Group (ISG), a leading global technology research and advisory firm, Generative AI (GenAI) is becoming a central focus in the strategic plans of AWS ecosystem providers in the UK. The 2024 ISG Provider Lens™ AWS Ecosystem Partners report highlights how these providers are responding to client demands for data modernisation, green financial operations (FinOps), and hybrid and multicloud architectures. The report indicates that AWS ecosystem providers are increasingly integrating GenAI into various offerings, ranging from professional services to data analytics. As businesses seek to improve productivity, enhance customer and employee experiences, and…