Royston is hosting a free Halloween Trail and Walkabout event from 17th to 31st October, organised by Royston First BID. Children aged 11 and under can participate in a trail to find 13 spooky characters in shop windows for a chance to win prizes, while families can enjoy a Halloween dress-up event on 29th October. These activities aim to engage the community and support local businesses during the half-term break.
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Untapped Innovation has launched Innovation Gym, a toolkit designed to help FMCG R&D teams develop products more effectively and efficiently. The toolkit includes eight digital tools aimed at improving product development processes by aligning them with consumer needs, thus increasing the success rate of new product launches. This initiative addresses the high failure rate of consumer product launches by providing a structured framework that enhances speed and rigour in R&D efforts.
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The book "Governing the Machine" by Ray Eitel-Porter, Dr Paul Dongha, and Miriam Vogel has won the Specialist Business Book 2026 award at The Business Book Awards. The book provides a practical framework for organisations to responsibly manage AI while addressing risks such as fairness, privacy, and security. This recognition highlights the growing importance of effective AI governance as organisations increasingly integrate AI into their operations.
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Pat Murphy, founder and CEO of MurphyCobb, has been recognised as "One to Watch" in The LDC Top 50 Most Ambitious Leaders 2026. This recognition highlights his achievements in growing MurphyCobb into a global advertising production consultancy and his potential to further expand the business. The award, organised by LDC and The Times, celebrates entrepreneurs who are building stronger businesses and contributing to a more productive economy.
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LaunchLemonade, a no-code AI platform for businesses in regulated industries, has appointed former UK government minister Chloe Smith as an adviser. Smith will guide the company on strategy and partnerships, focusing on AI governance and workforce adoption. Her extensive experience in government and technology will support LaunchLemonade's mission to make AI accessible and beneficial for small and medium-sized businesses.
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MurphyCobb, a global advertising production consultancy, has appointed Nick Manning as Chair. Manning, with over 45 years of experience in advertising and media, will help shape the company's strategy as it enters its next growth phase. His appointment comes as MurphyCobb celebrates its 20th anniversary and aims to enhance its approach to creative, production, and media integration.
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Adam Kingl and Jakub Radzikowski have released a new cookbook, "Executive Eats," which focuses on using cooking to improve workplace performance and wellbeing. The book offers practical guidance on how diet and the act of cooking can enhance focus, energy, and creativity, while also providing a means to practice mindfulness and reset from the demands of an 'always-on' work culture. It is designed for busy professionals looking to make healthier choices and achieve a more balanced working life.
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LaunchLemonade is beta-testing a new marketplace feature on its no-code AI platform, enabling users to buy and sell pre-made AI workflows. This development aims to democratise access to AI tools by allowing individuals and businesses to easily deploy intelligent AI solutions without needing technical expertise. The marketplace is expected to launch by late summer, providing opportunities for developers to monetise their AI creations and for users to integrate these solutions into their workflows
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Tim Castle's new book, "Magnetic Influence," offers a guide on negotiation and persuasion in a world increasingly influenced by AI and remote decision-making. The book provides a framework combining AI insights with human-centred influence, aimed at helping professionals and leaders improve their negotiation skills and succeed in fast-paced environments. It is available from 3rd June.
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A new book titled "Authentic Marketing" by Visha Kudhail explores how brands can effectively connect with audiences by combining human creativity and data-driven strategies. The book emphasises the importance of authenticity over mere factual truth and provides actionable tools for marketers to integrate storytelling with technology, fostering trust and long-term consumer loyalty. It aims to guide marketing professionals in developing strategies that balance data with emotional intelligence, ens
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Three former Procter & Gamble R&D experts, Deirdre Walters, Sally Kemkers, and Suzanne Allers, have released a book titled "Untapping Innovation®," which offers practical tools to improve the success rate of consumer product launches. The book provides insights and strategies to help R&D teams make better decisions, connect products with users, and accelerate time to market. This guide aims to reduce the high failure rate of new product launches by aligning R&D, marketing, and leadership efforts
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Bjarne P. Tellmann, a veteran General Counsel, has released a new book titled "Law in the Era of AI," arguing that corporate clients, rather than technology vendors, will drive the transformation of the legal industry as they integrate AI into their operations. The book suggests that legal services must evolve to meet the demands of AI-driven businesses, challenging traditional models like the billable hour and advocating for new skills and service delivery methods. This shift is crucial for leg
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LaunchLemonade, the no-code AI platform enabling creators to build and monetise AI agents, has announced the appointment of Joe Leung as Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and Co-founder. Joe has been involved with the platform since its early days as one of its first users, but formally joined full-time in January 2026 to lead the company’s technical vision and infrastructure following its oversubscribed pre-seed investment round. Joe brings a wealth of experience from his role as Executive Directo
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In a world where companies are under intense pressure to deliver topline growth, “innovation” is now the word on every business leader’s lips. After all, innovation helps to recruit new customers and get existing customers to buy more and spend more. Yet many large corporations still struggle to manage innovation as a successful, repeatable growth engine. Inside these companies, innovating often feels slow, complex and risky. Meanwhile, smaller, more agile players are moving fast, grabbing marke
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