These are the top stories making the headlines across The Business Magazine website today:University of Southampton to showcase cutting edge tech from spin out companiesThe University of Southampton's Future Worlds Demo Day, held on June 12 as part of London Tech Week, will showcase cutting-edge technology from its top startups, offering them an opportunity to pitch to investors and unveil groundbreaking innovations.Full story here: https://thebusinessmagazine.co.uk/technology-innovation/university-of-southampton-to-showcase-cutting-edge-tech-from-spin-out-companies/ Oxfordshire's Amazing Lofts appoints new CEO to drive growthBanbury-based loft boarding and insulation firm Amazing Lofts has appointed co-founder Kevin Baker as the new CEO to drive the company's expansion across the UK amid rising demand for its energy-saving services.Full story here: https://thebusinessmagazine.co.uk/property/oxfordshires-amazing-lofts-appoint-new-ceo-to-drive-growth/ West Midlands business confidence on the riseBusiness confidence in the West Midlands surged by 15 points to 56% in May, reflecting a 15-point increase in firms' optimism about their trading prospects and a 14-point rise in economic optimism, with overall UK confidence reaching an eight-year high of 50%.Full story here: https://thebusinessmagazine.co.uk/companies/west-midlands-business-confidence-on-the-rise/