The Financial Regulation Innovation Lab (FRIL) today announced the four fintechs selected to receive grants through its latest Future of Wealth Innovation Call, delivered by FinTech Scotland in partnership with SuperTech WM.

New research from Oxford Brookes Business School highlights how open innovation can accelerate transformation in UK legal services.

Oxford Brookes University’s latest study shows how our LawTech Open Innovation Lab (LOIL) Challenge helps law firms, tech innovators and the SRA work together to adopt new technologies faster and more effectively.

Greater Things has appointed Oliver von Landsberg-Sadie as Chief Executive Officer, strengthening its ambition to scale an AI-led innovation engine for the UK. Formerly the founder and CEO of BCB Group, Oliver brings deep experience in building regulated, high-growth technology infrastructure to support national and regional innovation.

The Future of Wealth Innovation Call has launched, bringing together 21 fintech innovators and leading financial institutions to explore new technology-driven ways to help consumers make more informed financial decisions.

Delivered through the Financial Regulation Innovation Lab (FRIL) in partnership with SuperTech West Midlands, the programme focuses on closing the UK’s “advice gap” by developing accessible, compliant and data-driven wealth support solutions aligned with evolving regulatory expectations.

Students at Aston University have developed a powerful AI research platform that is now in operation at global consulting firm, AlixPartners.

The platform demonstrates the potential of generative AI to revolutionise business intelligence by dramatically reducing research time while improving the depth and accuracy of insights.

Reforming Home Buying: Real Momentum, Real Opportunity

Home Buying and Selling Reform
The UK government’s new consultation on home buying and selling reformwhich welcomes contributions up until 29December, signals a defining moment for the property sector. With industry, innovators, and policymakers finally aligned, the opportunity for real change has never been greater. Here’s why this matters, and how the West Midlands is already leading the charge.