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Clean power players: Futurice Digital Energy 40 Report reveals the companies transforming the European energy game

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Meet the 40 trailblazers using code, capital and clean power to rewire Europe’s energy system

LONDON, May 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Futurice today releases the inaugural Digital Energy 40 report, highlighting how clean energy has evolved into a central force reshaping Europe’s energy systems—driven by advanced digital technologies and intelligent infrastructure. Click here to access the report.

“With Europe’s grids under strain, energy prices still volatile, and net zero deadlines looming, decentralisation and diversification of the energy ecosystem have become operational imperatives,” says David Mitchell, chief growth officer at Futurice. “Private Equity investment in European renewables hit an all-time high of €36 billion last year, and the EU plans to add a record 89 GW of new renewable capacity in 2025 – roughly twice the UK’s peak electricity demand. The energy transition is accelerating.”

“But this shift brings urgent challenges. Take our power systems: the Heathrow substation fire in London and the recent Iberian Peninsula blackoutEurope’s first major grid crisis of the renewable energy era – show that grid modernisation isn’t just about adaptation; it’s about preventing cascading failures that can affect millions,” adds Mitchell.

The Digital Energy 40 ranks the standout companies operating in the UK, DACH and Nordics addressing the complex questions behind this transformation using four core metrics:

Market execution – how effectively a company delivers its solution at scale
Market innovation – originality in approach, model and customer engagement
Technology capability – the strength and sophistication of its tech offering
Technology impact – how far a company’s solutions move the needle on the energy transition

First-placed Octopus Energy, founded in 2015, is now the UK’s largest energy supplier – a rapid rise powered by its AI-driven Kraken platform, which manages over 38 GW of utility-scale assets and supports 60 million accounts globally. Backed by major international investment and initiatives like Project Mercury, it’s cementing its position as a global leader in the clean energy transition.

Coming in second is Norwegian firm Tibber, scaling fast thanks to its easy-to-use apps plugging into smart homes and its use of real-time data to help consumers lower consumption and buy cheaper, more sustainable electricity. The company aims to cut European residential energy consumption by 20%, and is barreling towards its goal via big name partnerships such as its 2023 tie-up with Ford to enable EVs to automatically charge at the cheapest and greenest times.

At number three is major power player E.ON, using its might to embrace innovation and flexibility on a huge scale. As well as modernising and digitising its infrastructure, E.ON has been investing in battery storage facilities and solar energy initiatives, while its E.ON Next arm offers tariffs backed by 100% renewables.

1KOMMA5°  and Tesla Energy take fourth and fifth place in the Digital Energy 40, recognised for their leadership in smart energy and battery storage. 1KOMMA5°’s Heartbeat AI enables real-time trading and dynamic pricing, while Tesla more than doubled its battery storage deployment in 2024, with its Megapack and Powerwall systems supporting virtual power plants that help reduce grid emissions.

A key theme of the report is AI’s role in the energy transition—not just as a tool, but as critical infrastructure for a cleaner, smarter system. “From dynamic tariffs and smart home systems to predictive maintenance, platforms like KrakenABB’s Genix Copilot and Entrix show how AI is powering the shift,” says David Mitchell. “These systems optimise supply, forecast demand, and support real-time decisions across increasingly decentralised energy networks.”

“Battery intelligence and distributed energy resources are also coming to the fore”, adds Mitchell. “Companies like OctopusTibberFlexitricityNext Kraftwerke, and Tesla Energy are scaling virtual power plants and smart storage to enhance grid flexibility and resilience.

“These innovations go hand-in-hand with customer-centric platforms and strong ecosystem partnerships. Together, they put users in control and accelerate the shift to net zero.” As Mitchell concludes: “The first year of the Digital Energy 40 report proves that companies are rising to the climate challenge with scalable tech, bold thinking and customer-first design.”

The report features expert insight from industry leaders including Ramón Sánchez-Lucas global product manager at ABB, ACCURE CEO & co-founder Dr Kai-Philipp Kairies; Matthew Billson, policy and market strategy director of Piclo Energy; CEO & co-founder of Emulate Energy Shwan Lamei; Sebastian Haglund, CEO & co-founder, Rebase.energy, and Enmacc‘s managing director, regulatory and finance Dr Florian Endter.

To access the full Futurice Digital Energy 40 report, click here.

About Futurice

We are Futurice, an outcome-focused digital transformation company. We help our clients solve their biggest challenges and empower them to make a positive impact on the world.

We discover and design the new. We are user-centric in developing, scaling, and sustaining solutions for digital transformation and co-creating a culture that makes innovation happen. We work across industries – from energy, retail, and construction to media, finance, and automotive and much more. We collaborate closely with our clients and work towards measurable and sustainable outcomes.

Founded in 2000, our team comprises over 900 diverse experts who represent more than 40 different nationalities. We have Nordic roots and a global mindset and operate across Europe. www.futurice.com

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Danish Publisher Automates Digital Textbook Delivery with Integrated WooCommerce-Webdoxx Solution

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Danish educational publisher eliminates manual processing errors and delivers instant access to more than 20 digital learning products

LONDON, May 3, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Forlaget 94, a Danish educational publisher serving commercial colleges and vocational schools since 1994, has transformed its digital textbook distribution by implementing a fully automated WooCommerce-Webdoxx solution.

“Using the Webdoxx-WooCommerce integration we have achieved full automation of order processing, fewer errors, and happier customers,” Tom Gertsen, IT Manager at Forlaget 94

Previously, Forlaget 94 relied on manual processes to distribute digital textbooks to customers. As demand for online educational materials grew, the publisher required a faster, more reliable way to manage orders, provision access, and reduce the risk of administrative errors.

Through its integration of WooCommerce with Webdoxx, Forlaget 94 now runs more than 20 educational products through a 100% automated workflow. The solution automatically processes customer orders and provides instant access to purchased digital textbooks, improving the experience for both customers and internal teams.

“The result is full automation of order processing, fewer errors, and happier customers,” said Tom Gertsen, IT Manager at Forlaget 94 and architect behind the WooCommerce-Webdoxx integration. The automated system has enabled Forlaget 94 to eliminate manual errors, accelerate customer processing, and increase customer satisfaction through immediate access provisioning. The implementation demonstrates how educational publishers can modernize digital content delivery while maintaining secure, managed access to learning materials.

Webdoxx, a service created and managed by Drumlin Security Ltd, provides online DRM and managed document delivery services for publishers, educational organizations, institutions, and commercial content providers.

About Forlaget 94

Forlaget 94 is a Danish educational publisher established in 1994, providing educational products for commercial colleges and vocational schools.

About Webdoxx

Webdoxx is an online DRM and managed document delivery service created and managed by Drumlin Security Ltd. The platform supports secure access to digital publications and documents across a range of sectors, including education, healthcare, government, finance, and publishing.

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Mike de Smith, Drumlin Security Ltd, 44 7768404712, info@drumlinsecurity.com, https://www.drumlinsecurity.com/

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139th Canton Fair Phase 3 Advances Toward a Better Life with New and Strengthened Product Zones

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GUANGZHOU, China, May 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The 139th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) has rolled out nine newly established product zones. Phase 3 features an expanded and upgraded Intelligent Healthcare zone and the inaugural presentation of a Functional & Technical Fabrics zone.

The upgraded Intelligent Healthcare zone brings together 50 companies presenting a full spectrum of intelligent medical solutions, spanning AI-powered diagnostics, surgical robotics, and next‑generation eldercare technologies. Exhibits highlight how medical devices are becoming smaller, more precise, and increasingly non‑invasive. Capsule endoscopy systems demonstrate how gastrointestinal screening can be completed without discomfort, while AI‑enabled traditional Chinese medicine analyzers compress the inspection and inquiry process into minutes. Wearable glucose monitors make chronic disease management easier and more convenient.

Robotic technologies play a prominent role as well. Endoscopic and orthopedic surgical robots showcase enhanced precision through integrated human‑machine coordination, while bionic prosthetic hands use non‑invasive myoelectric sensing to independently control each finger. Intelligent rehabilitation systems, including lower‑limb exoskeletons and hand‑training devices, provide consistent support for patients recovering mobility. Companion‑style eldercare robots, equipped with monitoring and telemedicine functions, signal the rise of integrated home‑based health services.

The debuting Functional & Technical Fabrics zone highlights how the traditional textile industry is moving toward higher-end and smarter products. Exhibitors present materials that combine multi‑layered performance with intelligent responsiveness. Textiles featuring temperature‑regulating fibers, phase‑change materials, and light‑ or heat‑sensitive color‑shifting effects illustrate how fabrics are evolving into adaptive platforms capable of responding to environmental conditions.

Sustainability emerges as a defining theme. Bio‑based fibers, degradable films, recycled polyester, and organic cotton reflect a shift from isolated eco‑products toward full‑chain green manufacturing. High‑performance outdoor and protective applications further shape the narrative. Materials engineered for waterproof breathability, UV resistance, flame retardancy, and long‑term durability address rising demand across sportswear, professional protection, and medical environments. Smart textiles with embedded health‑monitoring modules demonstrate how apparel is beginning to function as a continuous wellness interface.

Both technology‑driven healthcare and advanced textiles are converging around a shared pursuit of a better life. As these advancements continue to evolve, they reflect a manufacturing landscape increasingly shaped by innovation, resilience, and a commitment to improving everyday living.

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CupidFeel Insights Show How Shared Interests Affect Initial Connection Outcomes

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New behavioral insights from CupidFeel offer a carefully considered look at how shared interests influence whether an initial connection on a dating platform is sustained or abandoned in those first critical exchanges.

GIBRALTAR, May 3, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The findings by CupidFeel are not dramatic, but they are telling. People who referenced a shared interest — whether a genre of music, a type of cuisine, a sport, a creative practice, or even a shared discomfort with small talk — within the first few exchanges of a new conversation were found to be measurably more likely to continue that conversation beyond the initial contact window. The effect was not uniform across all interest categories; certain types of shared interest appeared to carry more relational weight than others.

It was also observed by CupidFeel that the timing of when shared interests entered a conversation mattered. Connections where common ground was discovered organically — through the natural flow of exchange rather than prompted by a profile field or a direct question — showed stronger indicators of sustained interest. The discovery, in other words, carried more meaning when it felt like something found rather than something declared.

Among the most quietly striking findings in the CupidFeel data was the role of specificity. Broad shared categories — “we both like travel,” “we both enjoy cooking” — were associated with polite, often brief exchanges that rarely extended past pleasantries. But when specificity entered the picture — when one person mentioned a particular documentary that had stayed with them, or a city they had visited and could not stop thinking about — the conversational energy shifted. Something opened up.

In a CupidFeel review of trends in profile engagements, those whose profiles reflected specific, idiosyncratic interests — rather than broadly appealing ones — also showed higher rates of receiving first messages, a finding that runs gently counter to the instinct many people have to present themselves in the most universally appealing terms possible.

What seemed to matter most was not the quantity of overlap but whether the overlap that existed was felt — whether it produced a sense of being seen in some particular, non-generic way. A CupidFeel review of early conversation patterns suggests that a single deeply resonant shared interest may be more generative for early connection than a long list of surface-level commonalities that, taken together, feel more like a demographic profile than a person.

About CupidFeel

CupidFeel is an online dating platform built around the belief that meaningful connections begin with emotional honesty and the willingness to let a conversation go somewhere real. It came into being for people who are less interested in the mechanics of dating and more drawn to the possibility of something that feels grounded — exchanges that move at their own pace, guided by genuine curiosity rather than performance.

A CupidFeel review of its own design principles returns consistently to the same question: what does it take for a first message to feel like it might be worth the journey? The platform makes room for the kind of interaction that doesn’t always have a clear destination but feels, from the first exchange, like something real. CupidFeel is a place where the unexpected is not something to be managed, but something to be welcomed.

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Timothy Albers, CupidFeel, 1 14845691657, smm@cupidfeel.com, https://cupidfeel.com/

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