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RegulationJune 2026

The 2026 merged scheme: what changed and who wins

One rate, one set of rules, and a stricter test for what counts as advancement. A field guide for finance teams.

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PlaybookMay 2026

Documenting AI R&D without slowing your team down

Weak language and thin evidence are the two biggest reasons AI claims get scrutinised. Here's how to fix both.

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FinancingApril 2026

Why non-dilutive is having a moment in UK deeptech

Founders are quietly replacing bridge equity with claim-backed credit. The maths, and the traps.

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Case studyMarch 2026

How a 22-person fintech unlocked £480k in 11 days

From first data connect to funded advance, walked through step by step.

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GuideFebruary 2026

A CFO's checklist for the RDEC/SME merge

Practical actions to take before your next year-end.

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ResearchJanuary 2026

State of UK R&D claims: 2026 benchmark

12,400 claims analysed. What the median founder is missing, and what the top decile does differently.

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