Author: Rhys Gregory

Innovation Investment Capital Limited Partnership (‘IIC’), the Cardiff Capital Region (‘CCR’) backed fund, today announces its first investment, which is into AMPLYFI, the Cardiff-based disruptive generative artificial intelligence business. The investment in AMPLYFI comes off the back of huge global investment in generative AI and emphasises the opportunity in this space. Over eight years, AMPLYFI has built a market-leading AI-powered market intelligence platform to help global clients better identify and react to market changes. Their proprietary platform monitors and analyses vast amounts of written content from the web, summarising key developments and generating unique insights, enabling users to uncover trends,…

Nine brave thrill seekers from Wrexham-based company Hadlow Edwards have raised more than £5,000 for Hope House Children’s Hospice by taking on a skydive.  The group took on the challenge recently at Tilstock Airfield at Whitchurch where they were flown a massive 10,000 feet into the air before bravely leaping from the plane.  Warren Hadlow, Director at Hadlow Edwards, said: “We are delighted to support such a great cause and we couldn’t do that without the individual support and donations from so many of our clients, friends, and family. We also had the added bonus of it being great fun as well.”  Cat Dowdeswell, fundraiser at the charity said: “We are so…

Budding young Welsh inventors will be showcasing their creations at exhibitions in Cardiff and Bangor this October. A celebration of Welsh design and technology, the exhibitions are part of exam board WJEC’s Innovations Awards, in conjunction with Welsh Government. The most promising inventors and creations will go on to be shortlisted for the Innovations Awards at a ceremony later this year. The exhibitions will take place at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff, on October 9th and 10th, and Reichel Hall, Bangor University, on October 16th, and will showcase the most innovative work at GCSE, AS and A Level in Design and Technology. …

Osian Pryce reminded fans why he is the reigning British rally champion by winning the biggest and most prestigious rally in the UK when he romped to victory on the 2023 JDS Machinery Rali Ceredigion (2-3 September). It was the second time that the 30-year old Machynlleth born driver had won the close road stage event, having clinched victory there in 2019.  As well as being presented with the wonderful winning Rali Ceredigion event trophies, Osian also took home the top-placed Tour European Rally silverware. It wasn’t all plain sailing, as Osian overshot a junction on the opening stage and stalled the engine of…

The iconic sea front property Can-Y-Bae has been acquired by new owners in a deal that marks an exciting new chapter for this Victorian Llandudno establishment. Can-Y-Bae Hotel, nestled in a prime location on Llandudno’s seafront has been a cherished part of the local landscape for almost two decades and a firm favourite with visiting theatre companies whilst performing at Venue Cymru. With stunning panoramic views over the bay, the hotel has welcomed guests to its 16 smart en-suite bedrooms, spacious lounge, residents’ bar and ground floor breakfast room. It also boasts a studio apartment, offering a unique and welcoming…

Get ready for a spectacularly spooky October half term at Gregynog Hall as the famous Mid Wales country estate’s wild woods are transformed into a Haunted Hallowe’en Trail. Hallowe’en Trail sheets will cost £6 – including a special Hallowe’en themed drink and treat – and will be on sale at Gregynog’s Courtyard Café which will be open from Saturday, October 28 to Sunday, November 5 between 10am and 4pm, as well as a café menu of Hallowe’en specials. Lydia Bassett, head of business development at Gregynog Hall, located at Tregynon, near Newtown, said: “We can’t wait to welcome ghosts, ghouls,…

Bannau Brycheiniog National Park, renowned for its pristine night skies and designation as a Dark Sky Reserve, is set to once again captivate stargazers and nature enthusiasts at its annual Dark Sky Festival on Saturday, 23rd September. Nestled within breathtaking landscape, Bannau Brycheiniog National Park has long been celebrated for its commitment to preserving the wonders of the night sky by minimizing light pollution. The Dark Sky Festival serves as a stellar testament to this commitment, offering a day of celestial exploration and nocturnal adventures. Highlights of the festival include: Heaven’s gift – Our Ice Age Landscape (walk)10.30-13:00 (£3.00)Step back…

Wales’ leading taxi and private hire firm Dragon Taxis has made a donation to NSPCC Cymru to fund the training of a new Childline volunteer councillor and cover the cost of calls to Childline. The donation is through NSPCC’s Childline Club Cymru membership, which helps recruit and train volunteer councillors for the two Childline bases in Wales. Childline supports children, families and professionals across the country to help make sure children are given the best start in life, free from abuse. Dragon Taxis, a regional brand of the UK’s fastest-growing taxi and private hire technology platform Veezu, stepped in to…

The British holiday season is getting longer, according to data from the UK’s leading holiday park operator. Bookings for September and October at Parkdean Resorts’ 66 holiday parks are 44% higher than pre-COVID levels, and Wales is one of the most popular destinations for bookings. With holiday parks consistently full during summer holidays, more people are booking their getaways later, capitalising on lower prices and hoping for an Indian Summer – and with temperatures hitting 30C this week, Parkdean anticipates a surge of last-minute bookings. For the first three weeks of September, several parks have only a few spaces left,…

Thousands of runners and spectators turned out in the glorious sunshine for the return of the CDF 10K, which took place in the Welsh capital for the first time since 2019 on Sunday.   Under new management Run 4 Wales, over 5,000 signed up to take part in the race, which took participants on a sightseeing tour of the Welsh capital with highlights including Cardiff Castle, Central Square, the Principality Stadium and leafy suburb of Pontcanna. Consultant Transplant Surgeon and Trustee of Kidney Wales Mike Stephens officially started the 2K and 10K races and said: ‘This event has always been a…