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Creative UK launches Barclays-sponsored growth program for screen businesses
Creative UK has launched a new business growth program called Fast Forward, sponsored by Barclays and supported by BFI National Lottery funding. The program is designed to help established screen businesses, including those in games, film, and TV, to scale and grow sustainably through workshops, peer learning, and mentoring.
GamesAid appoints six new trustees as it raises £82,000 in funding during 2025/26
GamesAid has appointed six new trustees, including Dom Shaw as vice chair, Catherine Anderson as secretary, and Amelia Suchy as treasurer, to its board. The charity successfully raised £82,000 during the 2025/26 period, distributing the funds equally among four children's charities: AFK, Autistica, Rays of Sunshine Children's Charity, and Solving Kids' Cancer UK. These funds will support various initiatives, including providing mobility equipment, granting wishes for ill children, and supporting neurodivergent youth.
Samsung Commits Galaxy Wallet to Stablecoins Without Naming a Partner or a Launch Window
Samsung has announced that its Samsung Wallet will soon support stablecoins, making it one of the first major mobile brands to do so. While a specific launch window, issuer, or blockchain were not disclosed, a mockup showed Circle's USDC. This move integrates digital value transfers into the default wallet for Galaxy devices, which already facilitates crypto purchases through Coinbase for millions of users.
