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V-Nova Ltd.

V-Nova, a London based IP and software company, is dedicated to improving data compression by building a vast portfolio of innovative technologies based on the game-changing use of AI and parallel processing for data, video, imaging, point cloud compression, with applications across several verticals. This is achieved through deep-science R&D (300+ international patents) and the development of products that test, prove and continuously enhance the technology portfolio. V-Nova LCEVC is the industry’s first highly optimized library for encoding and decoding enhanced video streams with MPEG-5 Part 2, Low-Complexity Enhancement Video Coding (LCEVC). V-Nova VC-6 is a high-performance AI-powered software library for SMPTE VC-6 (ST-2117) which is used primarily for professional production workflows and imaging applications. V-Nova has developed multiple award-winning software products to kickstart the ecosystems for its technologies and allow their immediate deployment, addressing use cases in TV, media, entertainment, social networks, eCommerce, ad-tech, security, aerospace, defence, automotive and gaming. V-Nova’s business model is to monetize its technologies through software licensing, IP royalties and product sales. For more information on V-Nova, please visit the company’s website at http://www.v-nova.com/

Control 2K Limited

Control 2K Limited specialises in providing practical, application-based training for Control Systems, CNC, PLC, Electrical and Industrial engineers at our purpose-built training centre in Bridgend, Wales. We offer accredited and in-house courses ranging from 1 to 10 days in a hands-on, real-world environment. First established in 1999, we have built up a strong reputation for our expertise in Industrial Controls and systems support, PLC training and consultancy and can tailor our courses to suit your specific training needs. We are also technology innovators, developing software and solutions to resolve process and production challenges. We are proactive in European and UK Research and Development programmes and always looking to improve the manufacturing sector through targeted skills development and services.

Polystream (acquired by Mythical Games)

Amazing experiences at unimaginable scale, Polystream, owned by Mythical Games, is the ONLY platform making the metaverse real. Our breakthrough command streaming technology instantly delivers everything required for outstanding 3D consumer entertainment experiences, enabling gamers and non-gamers alike to instantly engage with the content they love, without the need for massive game client downloads. Our solution solves legacy problems of cost, reach, and scale by moving graphics processing to a user’s own device. By using the dynamic compute in the cloud to send commands not video, we can sidestep hardware constraints and reach everyone, at the same time; the nexus for new metaverse experiences. Polystream’s metaverse is the successor to the modern internet; an interoperable virtual experience, where users can move around, access content, and interact much like they do in the physical realm. By seamlessly knitting together incredibly immersive games, interactive apps, and synchronously social experiences that are delivered instantly to new communities around the world, Polystream aims to positively connect people to each other in ways never before imagined.

Soldo

Soldo is the proactive spend management solution that frees up businesses to accomplish more. We champion the notion of Progressive Finance, because we believe in a decentralised approach to financial decision-making and greater spending autonomy for everyone. Over 25,000 organisations across 31 countries use Soldo to bring order, efficiency and agility to their decentralised spending, and empower the whole company to spend safely and responsibly. By combining pre-programmed cards, a user-friendly app and a powerful spend management platform, Soldo enables decentralised spend decisions and frees everyone from tedious admin, while ensuring compliance. Everyone gains back time to focus on the things that matter. For Finance teams, that means more time for the rewarding parts of your role, such as in-depth data analysis, defining overall business strategy, and implementing process improvements that empower everyone to achieving business goals. Liberate Finance. Accomplish More.

Pento, a HiBob company

Pento, a HiBob Company. Pento is the best payroll solution for UK businesses. Loved by Payroll, People and Finance teams, Pento can manage payroll for all kinds of workers and pay schedules. Whether you need payroll for shift workers or seasonal workers or you need to pay your employees weekly, you can centralise the payroll process for all within Pento. In 2023, Pento processed £3B+ of payroll and Starling Bank, N Family, The Travel Chapter, Capital on Tap and more than 400 other businesses in the UK trust Pento to run their payroll. Pento combines innovative, time-saving automations with best-in-class support and advice. While we automate all your payroll calculations, payments, compliance, reporting, benefits, and end of year duties, we also have one of the fastest response rates in the country with an average of 24 mins in 2023. Additionally, we make payroll migration to Pento easier by providing a dedicated Onboarding Manager who takes care of everything from your payroll audit to setting up your Pento account. With Pento, - Centralise and manage your end-to-end payroll for all kinds of workers – full-time, part-time, zero-hour, and shift workers - Run payroll on any pay schedule – monthly, fortnightly, and weekly - Get instant and reliable support and advice from CIPP professionals - Automate your year-end duties - Track and manage P11D benefits - Automate all payroll calculations – pro-rata, holidays, sick, parental leave and more - Automate payments to employees and HMRC - Integrate with leading HRIS, accounting and time and attendance systems to automate employee updates, work hours, and payroll accounting Talk to us and let's make payroll painless for your company, no matter how complex.