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Financing trends in life sciences: strategic capital solutions for Oxford and Cambridge innovation hubs

Entrepreneurs in the vibrant life sciences hub of Cambridge and Oxford continue to face the significant challenge of securing capital for the journey from research to market success. Since 2021, the financing landscape has shifted dramatically. Traditional venture capital has become more selective, valuations compressed and the path to series B fundraising lengthened. In response, alternative financing models have emerged which, not only provide capital, but carry other benefits such as to preserve equity, accelerate development, and/or align stakeholder interests.

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GPAI model guidance and training data templates published by Commission

Following publication of the General-Purpose AI (GPAI) Code of Practice, the Commission has published Guidance that provides clarity on some unanswered questions, such as how GPAI models will be defined and classified, and how the Code will apply to 'downstream' model fine-tuners and integrators.

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The General-Purpose Artificial Intelligence Code of Practice: what does it mean for me?

On 10 July 2025, the European Commission published the final version of a Code of Practice on General-Purpose Artificial Intelligence (GPAI). While the Code is framed as a voluntary tool for GPAI model providers, there are indications in how it has been structured that suggest it could be used as inspiration for a binding regulatory framework.

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Smart beauty: An update on AI innovation in the beauty industry

The beauty industry in 2025 is an example of innovation in action. Since our last briefing on this topic, the rate of AI adoption has accelerated as businesses seek to keep pace and innovate. For beauty brands, retailers, and consumers, this shift is reshaping how products are created, marketed, and experienced.

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UPC update: July 2025

Welcome to the latest edition of our UPC update, which comes shortly after the court celebrated its second birthday. In this edition, we report on the first decision relating to infringement of second medical use patents, as well as a number of important procedural developments.

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Cambridge Tech Showcase 2025

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Following the success of last year's showcase, we are excited to announce our second event during Cambridge Tech Week. Introducing our 2025 Cambridge Tech Showcase, an immersive in-person event highlighting emerging technologies from across the Cambridge ecosystem.

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UKIPO issues much anticipated trade mark specification guidance following SkyKick judgment

The UK Intellectual Property Office has issued a Practice Amendment Notice (PAN 1/25) providing guidance on trade mark specifications following the Supreme Court’s judgment in Sky v SkyKick. The guidance clarifies the approach applicants should take when drafting trade mark specifications, and the judgment's impact on examination of new trade mark applications. It takes effect immediately.

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