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Economy has ‘turned a corner’ as UK emerges from recession

The UK economy has emerged from a recession fuelled by stronger-than-expected growth between January and March, according to official figures from the Office of National Statistics (ONS).

Startups in the North-East receive a much-needed leg-up

Teesside marketing agency, Outrank, which has been delivering award-winning digital marketing services to businesses across the UK since 2018, has teamed up with organisations including Teesside University, The North East LEP and DWP to offer a free package of support worth £15,000 to promising startups in the region.

44% of businesses prioritise digital accessibility, yet only 19% implement it effectively

Applause, a company in testing and digital quality, has released the findings from its third annual Accessibility and Inclusive Design Survey. The results indicate an increasing focus on digital accessibility and inclusive design within companies.

The 22nd everywoman Entrepreneur Awards Open for Nominations

The 2024 everywoman Entrepreneur Awards, in association with BGF, are open for nominations. Female entrepreneurs have until 3rd June 2024 to submit their entries to the UK’s longest-running recognition programme for women in business.

Most UK entrepreneurs leverage AI, blockchain and cloud computing to boost efficiency

More than half of UK business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs (56%) are expanding their focus beyond British shores, motivated by the growth potential and increased flexibility available in other global markets.

Sir Stelios calls for applications for the Awards for Disabled Entrepreneurs

Leading disability charity Leonard Cheshire and Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou, creator and owner of the easy family of brands including easyJet and Founder and President of the Stelios Philanthropic Foundation, are proud to launch the Stelios Awards for Disabled Entrepreneurs in the UK 2024 now in its 16th year.

Report: opportunities for UK tech across Taiwan’s semiconductor sector

Huge opportunities for UK companies across the semiconductor industry in Taiwan are revealed in a new report, published as part of the UK-APAC Tech Growth Programme.

Artion raises €1.4M to address legally required inspections

The Belgian scaleup Artion announces that it has completed an investment round of €1.4 million.

Stratiphy leads £1M consortium for AI solutions in financial services

Stratiphy, an investment strategy builder technology firm that makes personalised investment solutions scalable, has announced the consortium it leads has been awarded a grant of £1 million from Innovate UK.

Gen Z FinTech Prograd Announces Expansion To US After Successful UK Launch

Prograd, the UK’s leading financial literacy platform for Gen Z, has announced that it is expanding to the US in September this year.

Meet the Company Using Tech To Revolutionise Self-Storage

In an era where instant deliveries and digital convenience reign supreme, The Box Co. is making waves in the self-storage industry with its innovative approach. 

Startups Magazine partners with Climb24, the UK’s festival of innovation, industry, and investment

We’re excited to announce our partnership with Climb24, the UK’s festival of innovation, industry and investment, which will return to Leeds on June 5th – 6th, 2024.

British business excellence celebrated in The King’s Awards for Enterprise

The recipients of The King’s Awards for Enterprise have been announced this week, celebrating the achievements of UK businesses.

e-bike brand VanMoof expands sales and service network

VanMoof, the Amsterdam-based e-bike brand acquired by McLaren Applied in September 2023, has expanded its partner network by adding 50 repair and service locations across seven countries.

Getir, previously acquired Gorillas, exits UK, US, and Europe

Getir, who previously acquired Gorillas and FreshDirect, has announced that it will exit the US, UK, and its remaining markets in Europe.

FuturePlus Becomes Strategic Sustainability Partner to Sustainable Ventures

Sustainability management and ESG reporting platform FuturePlus has entered into a strategic partnership with Sustainable Ventures, Europe’s premier climate tech hub.

OX Delivers electric revenue figures with best quarter yet

OX Delivers, the e-mobility startup committed to transforming B2B goods transportation across the Global South, has achieved its strongest Q1 financial performance to date. The company reported $262,000 in revenue for the first three months of the year, alongside scaling its EV operations in Rwanda.

EdTech startup Gaia Learning celebrates record growth

Gaia Learning, an online learning provider for neurodivergent children, has achieved a milestone year, securing £100,000 in angel investments within just three months.

Cooper Parry leads collaboration to empower early-stage FinTech founders

VentureCEO has recently inaugurated its ‘Future of Money’ cohort programme, curated expressly for early-stage CEOs at no expense by Cooper Parry’s Tech & High Growth team, a prominent advisor in the UK startup and scaleup landscape within the accounting and tax sectors.

Conversational AI company DXwand expands to Saudi Arabia with AstroLabs to transform business communications

DXwand, a global player in AI-powered conversational technology, has announced its launch to Saudi Arabia with AstroLabs, the leading business expansion platform in the Gulf.