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Revolutionising software testing with Gen AI and Guy Arieli 

In the evolving tech landscape, Delaware-based BlinqIO, co-founded by Guy Arieli, a seasoned entrepreneur with a passion for enhancing software quality and efficiency, leverages Generative AI to offer round-the-clock testing services. 

Insurance providers must help SMEs amidst a decline in economic activity

Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) drive economic growth, provide employment opportunities and open new markets. The turnover for SMEs in the UK was £2.4 trillion in 2023, 53% of the total turnover of private businesses.

Madeira: the digital nomad hotspot

Madeira, the hotspot for digital nomads, is a picturesque archipelago located in the Atlantic Ocean.

Digital PR for startup companies: content ideas to get media coverage

For startups, standing out is about more than just innovative products or services – it’s about mastering the strategies to capture media attention. The challenge? Securing media coverage that elevates your startup above the noise of the digital age. 

Simplifying shipping for SMEs: a Q&A with ShipStation

ShipStation is Auctane’s comprehensive online shipping solution for small and medium-sized e-commerce businesses. Acting as a centralised hub, ShipStation allows businesses to efficiently manage and ship orders across various channels.

Why startups need an insurance reboot

Startups are the backbone of innovation in the UK, driving economic growth and job creation. From tech disruptors to social enterprises, these ventures inject vitality and diversity into our business landscape – so must be robustly supported. Yet startups are grappling with a widespread problem that exposes them to significant financial risk: underinsurance.

New Co-creative Approach from National Innovation Programme Could Set a New Blueprint for Levelling Up

Innovation doesn’t happen in isolation – it happens when people, places and purpose come together.

Navigating Critical Change: Devising a plan for when you get metaphorically punched in the face
This article is part 1 of 10 in the series Navigating Critical Change

Strategy gets a bad rap, and in many cases, it’s self-inflicted and has earned that reputation. You may have had your fingers burnt, wasted money on it, or just have perceptions of it being a misdirection of your precious resources, completely impractical or unrealistic due to the realities of a fledgling business.

The What, Why and How of Digital Sovereignty for Small Businesses

As organisations continue to move their businesses to the cloud for scalability, reduced costs and improved performance, the idea of ‘digital sovereignty’ is becoming increasingly important.

Landing a non-tech role at a tech startup

The job market is difficult to crack, and this is especially true for the technology industry. A challenging economic climate has led to reduced funding and investment for startups and major tech companies. Consequently, layoffs, restructuring, and company closures have become common, leaving many skilled individuals at various levels seeking reemployment.

Expert, sales, numbers, and markets: assessing the strengths and weaknesses of your business

In early-stage businesses, there are three types of companies: those created by experts, those created by salespeople, and those created by numbers people.

Integrating ESG from the Ground Up in a Startup

The UN General Assembly recently adopted a landmark resolution on the promotion of “safe, secure and trustworthy” artificial intelligence (AI) systems that will also benefit sustainable development for all. The resolution, backed by more than 120 Member States, highlighted the “respect, protection and promotion of human rights” in the design, development, deployment and use of AI.

The One-Sentence Test: Can you say what your business is about in one sentence?

Whether you call it; a quick pitch, an elevator pitch, a concise summary, a 30-second pow-wow intro, or a vision/mission statement… introductions are super important.

A B2B SaaS sales call to action from a founder turned VC: 5 tips to sell *effectively* to corporates in 2024

Last year was a punch in the face for many startup founders. Not only did investor appetite dry up, but client buying behaviour did too.

Start up and grow in space with the UK Space Agency Accelerator

The UK Space Agency Accelerator, delivered through a partnership with the UK Space Agency, Entrepreneurial Spark, and Exotopic, offers multiple opportunities for intrepid entrepreneurs to develop their businesses in the space sector.

Attract and Hire Global Talent with Deel’s Remote Contractor and EOR Model

The growth of a startup can be exhilarating yet demanding. One moment, you’re managing a handful of engineers; the next, an entire development team is needed. Attracting top international talent is crucial in this fast-paced environment, but competition is fierce.

Vasilii Gamov: Affiliate Transformation – How Technology is Changing Affiliate Marketing

In recent years, affiliate marketing has experienced several significant changes in the world of technology and digital, successfully adapting to its needs.

How do small businesses know they have found a qualified, trustworthy accountant or one that is masquerading?

With 60% of startups in the UK failing in the first three years and almost three-quarters of small business owners experiencing cash flow issues, it’s not surprising to learn that almost two-thirds (65%) of small business owners wish they had known more about accountancy before starting their business.

Big tech invests billions in AI startups
Big tech invests billions in AI startups

The fear of missing out has sparked a surge in multi-billion-dollar investments in generative AI startups.

How can firms best approach their corporate giving strategy to engage Gen Z?

With Gen Z set to constitute around a third of the world’s workforce by 2025, it’s fundamental that employers listen to their needs and create an environment where they can thrive. According to a Deloitte survey, Gen Z are uniquely motivated by environmental and social issues and make career decisions based on their values.