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Zoho Billing to Empower Businesses with Greater Flexibility

Zoho, a global technology company, has announced Zoho Billing, an expanded version of its current application Zoho Subscriptions. Zoho Billing is a multifaceted billing solution built specifically for growing businesses, allowing users the flexibility to experiment with pricing and the ability to go to market swiftly.

Small businesses are owed £27k in late payments on average

Small and medium sized businesses (SMBs) are currently owed an average of £27,214 in late payments, according to new research from Intuit QuickBooks, as SMBs estimate one in six invoices (17%) with customers or suppliers are overdue.

Helping relocating employees can see higher productivity and ROI

When relocating, the initial focus for many is the job at hand, prioritising visa and immigration responsibilities. However, there are many other factors that can influence the success of a relocation, one of which is employees’ integration into new communities.

Mattr: dating app makes sure you’re ‘in the mood’
Mattr: dating app makes sure you’re ‘in the mood’

A survey has found that most dating app users experience negative emotions whilst swiping, with only a mere 4% expressing genuine happiness. Other alarming statistics, uncovered by inclusive dating app Mattr, found over a quarter of individuals report feeling overwhelmed and 17% experience depression whilst looking for potential matches.

The unmissable women in tech event of the year

Startups Magazine is excited to announce our much-anticipated ‘Female Founders: Igniting success in tech’ networking event! Taking place at PLATF9RM, Hove on the 19th September at 6pm, we will be bringing you an inspirational keynote, and more surprises…

Bob Wigley, Chairman of UK Finance, joins Climate X as adviser

Bob Wigley, Chairman of UK Finance, has joined climate risk analytics provider, Climate X, to help banks anticipate the impacts of climate change and build resilience.

Vorboss discounts 10Gbps connection to startups in London

Vorboss is providing London’s startups, schools, NGOs and SMEs access to its fibre network at a reduced rate of £350 per month.

NHS Innovation Accelerator launches search for medtech innovators

The NHS Innovation Accelerator (NIA) has officially launched its call for applications to the 2024 intake. It is chaired by Professor Sir Stephen Powis, National Medical Director of NHS England, and applications close 22 October 2023.

Microplate DX secures £2.5M to develop diagnostic technology

Glasgow diagnostics spinout Microplate Dx has closed a £2.5 million seed funding round to develop its point-of-care diagnostic platform which can confirm the presence of bacteria and guide a patient’s doctor to effective treatment by rapidly identifying effective antibiotics to use and which ones to avoid.

WSO2 Launches Global Startup Accelerator Programme

WSO2, a business in technology for digital transformation, has announced the launch of its global startup accelerator programme.

CareLineLive acquires CareFor IT and Ulysses platforms

CareLineLive, the all-in-one home care management software company, has announced its acquisition of the business behind CareFor IT and Ulysses (UDMS).

The best UK areas to start a business

Cambridge is the best place to start a new business in the UK outside of London, according to an index created by tech startup DeliveryApp.

Zoom launches Zoom AI Companion

Zoom has announced that Zoom AI Companion (formerly Zoom IQ), the company’s generative AI digital assistant, is now included at no additional cost for customers with the paid services in their Zoom user accounts.

More UK companies failing to tackle cyber security

Increasing numbers of UK businesses are struggling to understand how to combat cybercrime, putting them at increased risk of cyberattacks resulting in crippling costs such as multi-million-pound ransoms, litigation and reputational damage, according to a new report published today.

H2FLY Complete World’s First Piloted Flight of Liquid Hydrogen Powered Aircraft

2FLY, the Stuttgart, Germany-based developer of hydrogen-electric powertrain systems for aircraft, today announced it has successfully completed the world’s first piloted flight of an electric aircraft powered by liquid hydrogen.

Papaya Global and HiBob Partner to Unify HR and Payroll Management

HiBob, the company behind Bob, the modern HR platform that powers productivity, engagement and retention, and Papaya Global, the dedicated payroll and payments platform for global workforces, has announced a partnership.

OnePlanetCapital increases tempo of climate change venture capital investing

The OnePlanetCapital Climate Change EIS Fund has had a successful inaugural summer raise with just under £3 million incoming from investors and deployments into three new companies as well as an existing follow-on investment into portfolio company &Sisters.

Time’s ticking for SMEs to apply for funding and mentoring scheme

It’s the final countdown for SMEs hoping to be mentored by a trio of inspiring entrepreneurs – and to receive funding to support them to build their businesses.

Intel Ignite Launches First London Cohort

Intel Ignite, Intel Corporation’s acceleration program for early-stage deep tech startups, reveals the 10 exceptional startups selected for its first cohort in the United Kingdom. The 12-week program kicks off on 12 September 2023.

First Mile extends Business Improvement District (BID) success

One of London’s recycling and waste management companies, First Mile, has welcomed the Baker Street Quarter Partnership and Harley Street BID to its list of BID schemes in the capital, further tackling air pollution and boosting recycling rates across the city.