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BankiFi and Axiom Bank, N.A. partner for expansive SMB offering in the US

BankiFi and progressive financial institution Axiom Bank, N.A. are joining forces to make banking better for small-to-medium size businesses (SMBs) across the United States. The new partnership also represents BankiFi’s first North American client since its stateside launch in July.

GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP, SOVEREIGNTY AND HOW TO TAKE YOUR FREEDOM BACK

How you can explore new horizons for building location independent lifestyle, mitigate political risks and take your freedom back. 

Ready to go beyondtheschoolrun this October?

With over 75% of UK mothers working, many face regular challenges in their efforts to raise a family whilst making a meaningful contribution in the workplace.

Vestbee joins forces with Amazon Web Services to support Web3 startups

Vestbee, one of the leading European platforms for startups, VC funds, accelerators, business angels, and corporates has just launched its newest initiative – AWS Web3 Challenge, in partnership with Amazon Web Services. The programme aims to support EMEA startups that implement Web3 solutions in real business scenarios. Challenge Finalists will receive integrated support for all aspects of their growing business – infrastructure, marketing, sales, and fundraising.

TikTok community is embracing small businesses in the UK

TikTok has launched new research into how people are discovering and engaging with small businesses (SMBs) on the platform, and how SMBs are using TikTok to reach new audiences and grow their businesses.

Our guide for SMBs looking to leverage the power of TikTok

The e-commerce industry is continuing to grow at a rapid rate, with revenues increasing 13% in the past year to 718 billion euros. SMBs want to make the most of this boom in online retail, but it can be a daunting task getting started amidst growing competition and a busy retail landscape.

PropTech1 Ventures launches fundraising of its second fund for startup investments in transformative real estate technologies

The independent venture capital platform for transformative real estate technologies PropTech1 (“PT1”) is starting fundraising for Fund II. Thanks to the renewed participation of numerous investors from the first fund as well as wellknown new investors, the minimum threshold for a first closing totalling €30 million has initially been reached on the basis of commitments and expressions of interest. The fund is scheduled to start operations at the beginning of 2023.

An insider’s guide to brand building

An insider’s guide to brand building for businesses and organisations.

‘Work reinvented’ – what does that look like?

On 23rd September, Platf9rm – a membership workspace in Brighton that connects communities of creative professionals, artists, and entrepreneurs, providing inspirational environments in which members’ businesses flourish – held an all-day event called Work Reinvented.

YouGov/BaseKit study highlights huge digital education gap for SMEs

Today, micro business software company BaseKit has unveiled its inaugural 2022 micro business report: Crossing the digital divide.

Sky Medical Technology appoints Fiona Young to lead geko™ device adoption in wound care

Sky Medical Technology Ltd (Sky), parent company of Firstkind Ltd,  today announced the appointment of Fiona Young as director for its wound care therapy business.  Fiona will spearhead and build-out Sky’s geko™ device sales and marketing strategy in the wound care space.  

0100 Conference Cyprus: Meet Leading Investors from Europe and MENA

0100 Conferences is glad to announce its third conference in Limassol, Cyprus on the 19th of October, 2022. We are always so excited to be bringing seasoned professionals: LP investors, GP investors and service providers from Europe and MENA to Limassol.

AstroLabs and the Italian Trade Agency partner to launch the UAE edition of the Global Startup Program

AstroLabs and the Italian Trade Agency, the government agency which promotes the globalisation of Italian firms under the aegis of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, have partnered to launch the 2nd edition of the Global Startup Program in the UAE. The program will support the business acceleration and expansion of 12 technology-enabled Italian startups to the UAE, as a launchpad for expansion into MENA and beyond.

Has SEO changed significantly with the latest Google Algorithm updates?

It’s absolutely crucial to keep up with the dynamic processes that encompass SEO. With a consistent, long-term plan, effective SEO offers the potential to carry your company to the top spot. However, helping your website move through the rankings involves an acute awareness of when and how to shift your strategy. We’ve explored the latest trends in SEO below. 

How Can HR Managers Make Use of Employee Sick Leave Data?

We naturally want our employees to show up for work happy and healthy, but a long string of absences is often concerning. But don’t jump to conclusions—there’s usually a good reason why your staff aren’t coming in as often. Sick leave data can help shed light on the situation.

 

Europeans can now throw away their payment cards

Finally, 400 million Europeans can exchange their payment card for a ring, a bracelet, or a watch. Swedish Fidesmo Pay is now available through Curve, the international payment app, which means that digital payments with connected wearables are now made possible in the whole of Europe.

supply challenges hit the FMCG Sector in 2022: How can AI help turn the tide?

When mandatory self-isolation periods ended in the UK, in February 2022, it was hoped that we would be able to work on restoring the economy. But since then, the consequences of Brexit, the war in Ukraine and global supply chain/logistics issues have significantly impacted inflation and hampered economic recovery.

Building a better culture: How technology helps engage employees

A recent survey from Gallup found that just 9% of UK workers in 2022 felt enthused by their work. The report also found that businesses with an engaged workforce have on average 23% higher profits than those with dissatisfied employees.

Leading women in tech to debate secrets to career success

Leading professionals from Samsung, Equiem, Tapoly and Wisdom will take to the stage at Mindspace Shoreditch on 12 October 2022 to host the panel: “What I wish I’d known at the start of my tech career”.

Operations Nation presents cONference: 2-Day Event for Startups

On the 3rd and 4th of October, 2022, Operations Nation is holding its annual cONference, a global virtual gathering of COOs, Directors/VPs of Operations, and Operation Managers working in startups to discuss the many challenges encountered along the path of scaling their companies to “operational excellence”.