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Dundee-based 71 Brewing has acquired Bon Accord Soft Drinks, for an undisclosed sum, combining two independent Scottish drinks brands. The acquisition merges 71 Brewing’s expertise in craft beer with Bon Accord’s naturally sweetened, plant-based carbonated soft drinks, creating a complem

Professor Dame Wendy Hall, computer science pioneer and world-leading AI expert, has called for urgent action to ensure women play a leading role in shaping the future of artificial intelligence (AI). “Women are using AI like they use the web, but they’re not part of its design or develo

A new independent business inspired by a love of plants and community is set to open its doors in Stonehaven this month thanks to expert guidance from Business Gateway. Bract Botanical Living, founded by Gunnar Ovstebo and Bruce Harper-Ovstebo, began life in the couple’s garden shed, where the

Gold prices surged to a record high on Tuesday, breaching the £2,700 per ounce barrier for the first time as market anticipation of an interest rate cut from the US Federal Reserve fuelled a rally in the precious metal. The spot price for gold climbed over 1% to hit a peak of £2,709 duri

It’s just one week until SFN's sister publication Scottish Construction Now welcomes the key industry players to Glasgow to discuss Scotland’s construction future.

UKHospitality has backed the Scotch Whisky Association’s (SWA) call for the UK government to freeze alcohol duty in the upcoming Autumn Budget, saying that a duty freeze would "help to alleviate the pressures facing the hospitality supply chain". The comments, which come less than a month afte

The outlook was bright for Scotland’s hotel sector in July as school holidays, staycations and a summer heatwave meant occupancy, room rates and profits all exceeded the previous year’s figures, according to the RSM Hotels Tracker.

The number of available cash savings products surged to a record high in September, yet analysis reveals that three-quarters of these accounts fail to beat the Bank of England's base rate. According to financial data website Moneyfacts, savers could choose from 2,289 deals last month, the highest nu

The average sale price for Scottish residential property over £1 million has now hit more than £1.5m for the first time, according to the director of Edinburgh-based buying agency Fyndd who predicts a strong Autumn market. The average price in the prime property market was £1,533,2

Archaeologists in Jerusalem have unearthed an exceptionally rare gold coin dating back over 2,200 years.

FinTech Scotland has announced the appointment of Clare Reid as its new strategic innovation director. She will be tasked with guiding the organisation's Research & Innovation Roadmap, with a specific focus on advancing the Financial Regulation Innovation Lab (FRIL).

The inaugural gala ball for The House of Hope, Scotland's first dedicated wellbeing centre for people affected by breast cancer, has raised a remarkable £70,000. Held at Edinburgh's Prestonfield House on Friday 5 September, the sold-out, 'This is Me' themed event was headline-sponsored by BTO

The number of low-deposit mortgages available to homebuyers has surged to its highest level in 17 years, offering more options for those struggling with affordability, particularly first-time buyers. According to financial information service Moneyfacts, there were 1,360 mortgage products requiring

Scotland's private sector saw a renewed, albeit marginal, rise in output in August, following a modest fall in July. The Royal Bank of Scotland Growth Tracker index rose to 50.3 from 48.7, with any figure above 50.0 indicating expansion.

The unconventional character of Ardbeg whisky is now embodied in Ardbeg House, a unique hotel experience on Islay. Following the complete refurbishment of the former Islay Hotel in Port Ellen, the 12-bedroom destination retreat has been designed to reflect the brand's bold spirit and rich heritage.