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Credit card startup Yonder launches free membership to reshape market

Yonder, a rewards credit card startup based in London and supported by notable investors such as GoCardless’ Matt Robinson, Cred’s Kunal Shah, and Rio Ferdinand, has introduced a free membership, marking its latest initiative to transform young consumers’ credit habits.

89% of consumers value small business ethical values

As consumer awareness grows around the consequences of their buying choices, the focus has turned towards the ethical conduct of enterprises – with particular attention on small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs). 

Meet our Esteemed Judges of The Hustle Awards 2024

The Hustle Awards stands as the paramount acknowledgment in the realm of tech startups, distinguished by a rigorous and impartial adjudication process led by esteemed luminaries in the business sphere. We are thrilled to present our esteemed panel of judges, meticulously chosen for their expertise, extensive experience, and unwavering commitment to integrity.

Estonia’s Legal Innovations Pave Way for UK Tech startups

Accelerate Estonia, a government-backed innovation lab with a mandate to remove regulatory barriers for entrepreneurs, has partnered with Oxford-based consultancy Oxentia to extend its support to UK tech companies.

Revenir AI introduces hassle-free mobile VAT reclaim for travellers

UK travellers will soon benefit from the ability to automatically reclaim VAT on overseas purchases via their smartphones, courtesy of a breakthrough in AI technology.

Siemens acquires visual inspection company Inspekto

Siemens has completed the acquisition of Inspekto, a startup specialising in high-performance visual inspection, which was part of the portfolio of venture capitalist D11Z. Ventures (previously known as Zukunftsfonds Heilbronn). This transaction represented a notable milestone in the evolution of Inspekto.

OpenAI’s valuation skyrockets to $80 billion

OpenAI, the brains behind ChatGPT, has completed a deal that has valued the AI company at $80 billion or more, reported by the New York Times, citing anonymous sources with knowledge of the deal.

We Are Helping African SMEs To Scale Fast

UK based Jasper SME Hub’s founder and leading SME empowerment advocate – Emmanuel Olujobi has committed to training 50,000 African businesses by 2025 in a bid to support the growth of the SME sector through the Hub. This he noted during the Hub’s annual SMEFest, a gathering of entrepreneurs and industry stakeholders with the theme “Building To Scale”, held in Lagos, Nigeria recently.

PLATF9RM Presents: Kickass Collective 2024

PLATF9RM, Brighton & Hove’s most established independent coworking community, announces the return of Kickass Women with a new twist. Enter Kickass Collective.

Octopus Energy Unveils Free Charging Tariff for EV Drivers

Octopus Energy introduced a mass market vehicle-to-grid (V2G) tariff, named Octopus Power Pack, which assures complimentary charging for drivers, thereby accelerating the nation’s transition to sustainable transport.

Startups Score Sustainability Goals for UEFA 2024

Champions Innovate, UEFA’s programme dedicated to fostering innovation and sustainability for the 2024 UEFA Champions League final in London, has selected three trailblazing startups: Pavegen, My Emissions, and Pledgeball to drive innovation.

All Female Team Launches New Women’s Coin

Lynne Franks and Dorset based Lawyer Lucy Lafferty-Brown mark a significant milestone in the journey of women’s empowerment with the launch of Grow Coin –  a new digital currency for women that will lead a new feminine driven economy.

Soul Padel secures seed investment and increases investor appeal

Soul Padel, an ambitious padel operator in the UK, has bolstered its attractiveness to investors by securing seed investment status. Located in North-West England and established by Mark Hewlett, a former executive in retail and healthcare, the company has gained preliminary approval for the HMRC Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS).

Cambridge Tech Week returns for 2024

This September, Cambridge Tech Week (CTW24) will return to Cambridge, Europe’s largest tech cluster. The event is set to attract tech leaders, innovators, and investors from around the world to showcase Cambridge and the UK’s global lead in tech innovations and advancement.

Signal AI Sharpens Reputation and Risk Capabilities with Acquisition of Social 360

Signal AI, a top-tier player in Reputation and Risk Intelligence, has acquired Social 360, a cutting-edge reputation intelligence firm with a global clientele in the USA, EMEA, and APAC.

CITE Research for Dassault Systèmes: AI and Cybersecurity Skills Boost Smaller Business Opportunities

Dassault Systèmes has unveiled trends that present significant opportunities for startups and small to mid-sized businesses (SMBs) to surpass larger corporations constrained by traditional processes and existing organisational structures.

AI Delivers up to 35% Higher Revenue Success

Gong, a company in Revenue Intelligence, has unveiled new findings indicating that revenue teams significantly benefit from incorporating artificial intelligence into their processes.

New Robotics Automation Company Launches To Champion UK SMEs

In a significant development poised to transform the small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) sector, Autrix, an innovative company in robotic automation, has been established with the goal of democratising automation for SMEs throughout the UK.

Breaking barriers: gender lens investing reshaping financial landscapes

A report focused on advancing gender equality through impact investing and sustainable finance was released.

Nory and SumUp Team Up for Comprehensive Financial Insights in Hospitality

Nory, the AI-powered operating system designed for the hospitality sector, formed a partnership with SumUp, a provider of electronic point-of-sale (ePOS) systems offering both hardware and software solutions for processing customer payments.