Faye and James unpack the UK Government’s AI Opportunities Action Plan, detailing how AI could boost productivity by 1.5% annually—a staggering £47 billion increase over a decade. With 50 action points approved, the roadmap includes:
Creation of AI growth zones.
£14 billion in new investments from major players like Vantage Data Centers and Kyndryl.
Government ambition to make the UK an AI maker, not a taker.
"The UK’s vision is clear: to foster homegrown AI innovation while stimulating its development at scale," James notes.
Cambridge-based innovators Nyobolt are making waves in AI-driven industrial automation:
Achieved $9 million in revenue (2024), 100x growth from 2023.
On track for 300% growth in 2025.
New manufacturing site in Haverhill to expand their impact.
Beyond Math: Founders on the Move
After interviewing Beyond Math back in Episode 57, Faye catches up with Alan for an update on their progress over the past year, including securing $8.5 million in seed funding, relocating to London, building out the team, and securing commercial contracts. We then segway into the original interview, which covers
The leap from academia to real-world applications.
Building a collaborative culture rooted in “radical candour.”
Strategic focus on industries like automotive and aerospace for rapid validation and growth.
“We’re building tools that make simulation 10,000 times faster. AI isn’t just transforming industries; it’s redefining how we innovate.”
— Alan Patterson, Co-founder of Beyond Math
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