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Forest adds Pensioners to ‘Friends of the Forest’ e-bike scheme
Forest adds Pensioners to ‘Friends of the Forest’ e-bike scheme

Forest, one of London’s most cost-effective shared e-bike providers, is broadening its ‘Friends of the Forest’ discount programme to encompass individuals aged 60 and above.

Startups Magazine at ISE 2024

Startups Magazine is excited to announce that we will once again be exhibiting at ISE, taking place at the Fira de Barcelona Gran Via in Barcelona from 30th January – 2nd February. If you’re attending the show, come by Stand CS212 to pick up a copy of our latest magazine and brand-new Survival Guide, and have a chat with the team!

Almost half of businesses have implemented machine learning

Research by STX Next, a software development company in Europe specialising in Python, has uncovered that 47% of businesses have incorporated machine learning (ML) into their business processes.

Anglo Scottish Asset Finance Completes Management Buyout

Anglo Scottish Asset Finance, based in Durham has shared the news of its recently completed management buyout (MBO), marking a significant step in regaining control of the business.

How small businesses can streamline post-Christmas returns process

According to a recent survey by Capital on Tap, nearly one in five (18%) orders placed with small businesses in the UK are returned. And with 86% of UK adults set to have brought Christmas gifts over the festive period, businesses can now expect an even higher volume of returns from the rush of the holiday season.

Minderful partners with Startup 2 Standup to support founders’ mental health

Minderful, celebrated for its contributions to mental wellness, has recently unveiled a collaboration with Startup 2 Standup, a supportive community for entrepreneurs. This partnership is set to tackle mental health challenges prevalent among founders, offering specialised support.

New research reveals new generation of UK entrepreneurs

Recent findings from Geek Retreat, a retailer and gaming café renowned for its geek culture, indicate a significant rise in entrepreneurship in Britain. Over the past decade, 15% of Brits have established their own businesses, with 44% of these ventures starting in the last three years.

London set to host largest-ever demo day for startups

Two of London’s biggest startup events teams are preparing what is set to be the city’s largest-ever demo day, bringing founders and investors together like never before.

SMEs feeling the squeeze with rising costs the top concern

A recent survey conducted by Peninsula Group, involving 79,000 SMEs from five countries – Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, and the UK – aimed to identify the primary concerns and objectives of employers in 2024. The survey’s findings revealed a notable shift in business priorities, influenced by the challenging economic landscape globally.

U.S. Sens. Rosen, Lujan, & Lummis, Other Senior U.S. Government Officials to Headline Policy Discussions at CES 2024

The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) announced it will welcome U.S. Senators Jacky Rosen (D-NV), Ben Ray Lujan (D-NM) and Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) at the upcoming CES 2024, the world’s most powerful tech event. On Friday, January 12, at 11:00 a.m. PST, the Senators will discuss the status of and outlook for key legislation affecting technology companies and American consumers.

Snap Co-Founder and CEO Evan Spiegel and MediaLink CEO Michael Kassan to Keynote CES 2024

The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) announced that Snap co-founder and CEO Evan Spiegel will join MediaLink CEO Michael E. Kassan for a CES 2024 keynote moderated by CNBC Senior Media and Tech Correspondent Julia Boorstin.

Meet the Stars: Celebrity Guests at CES 2024

The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) announced a star-studded lineup of celebrity appearances coming to CES 2024, January 9-12 in Las Vegas.

UK economy will remain ‘grey gloom’ in 2024

According to the Financial Times’ annual survey, the UK economy is expected to remain in a state of ‘grey gloom’ until the forthcoming polling day.

Ecosystem leaders agree: sustainability and AI have set the roadmap for entrepreneurs in 2023

The year 2023 leaves us with a clear conclusion for the global entrepreneurial ecosystem: innovation and sustainability must go hand in hand. Proof of this is that the 2023 Entrepreneurship Map,  prepared by South Summit in collaboration with IE University, places Green Business as the fourth most popular industry in the global entrepreneurial ecosystem, with 5% of all newly created startups.

Super Connect For Good Competition winners announced

The Super Connect for Good (SCFG) competition powered by Empact Ventures and Hays has announced its Global Winner at its fourth annual event.

Dreamicon 2023: Building Moldova’s Future Through Startups and Innovation

On the 9th of December, in the heart of Eastern Europe in Chisinau, the Dreamicon 2023 conference marked a significant milestone in Moldova’s startup landscape. This event brought together a diverse array of innovative ideas and visions, reshaping the nation’s approach to technological entrepreneurship.

Countdown to ISE 2024: Barcelona Hosts AV Extravaganza with Record-Breaking Show Floor

Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2024 is poised to make history as it nears a sellout, boasting its largest ever show floor across eight halls of the Fira de Barcelona Gran Via.

UniSCool voted overall winner of Bupa’s sustainability and innovation programme

Bupa, a global healthcare company, has declared UniSCool, a Spanish startup specializing in an innovative liquid cooling solution, as the winner of its talent development and sustainability innovation programme, as chosen by its 82,000-strong global workforce.

Research shows influencers can be more of a risk than an asset to Christmas sales

A survey by Enterprise CMS Storyblok, involving 1,000 consumers, has uncovered that indiscriminate influencer endorsements could detrimentally affect product sales during the Christmas season.

The most wonderful time of the year – for scammers

The festive season is the perfect time for hackers to strike – so what can businesses do to defend themselves at Christmas?