Has the Flexible Working Bill delivered on its promise?

Karl Breeze, CEO at Matrix Booking reflects on whether the act has driven real change or if some companies are simply treating it as a box-ticking exercise.

TidalSense’s breakthrough in respiratory diagnostics set to transform NHS lung care

A breakthrough in respiratory diagnostics is set to transform the way serious lung conditions, such as Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), are detected and managed in the UK.

Five tips for planning a standout live event

There’s something magical about a live event. The buzz of anticipation as guests arrive, the spark of connection when like-minded people come together, and the electric feeling when an inspiring speaker commands the room.

Marvel Fusion extends series B to €113 million

Marvel Fusion, the European fusion energy company, has announced the extension of its Series B funding round by €50 million, bringing the total round to €113 million. The extension includes new investments from EQT Ventures, Siemens Energy Ventures, and the European Innovation Council (EIC) Fund, marking their first fusion energy equity investment.

Mother’s Day spending hits £2.4 billion

Flowwow, a global gifting marketplace for local shops in 40+ countries, has reported a surge in consumer spending as Brits gear up for Mother’s Day 2025.

The Hustle Awards extends submission deadline to 4th April

The Hustle Awards, Startups Magazine’s annual celebration of entrepreneurial success, has extended its submission deadline to midnight on 4th April.

DES2025 brings together top global experts in exponential technologies

Artificial intelligence has been a business game changer and has been the technology of the last few years. According to experts, the digital solution is already considered to have started a new cycle after the emergence of smartphones and social networks.

Callie: bringing personal safety to the 21st century

Callum Coombes is the CEO and Co-Founder of Callie, a technology company bringing personal safety to the 21st century, safely and discreetly.

Much Audoo about something: empowering songwriters with accurate royalties

Audoo, a UK-based tech startup, is shaking up how artists and songwriters get paid for their work in public spaces. Former musician and Audoo Founder Ryan Edwards has combined his passion for music and technology with a mission to tackle the inaccurate distribution of royalties to artists and songwriters – something that has been a longstanding challenge within the music industry.

Beyond mentorship: the critical benefits of coaching for startup success

With over 25 years in tech and product management, I have learned a thing or two about seizing opportunities and breaking down challenges. Becoming a Senior Accredited Coach demonstrated to me the transformational effects coaching has on product leadership, particularly in fast-paced startups where pivoting is a vital and often brutal part of the journey.

25 years of e-commerce and the trends shaping its future

E-commerce has undergone a major transformation over the past 25 years and now stands at a pivotal crossroads, influenced by a variety of emerging trends. In the early 2000s, online retail accounted for just a small fraction of total sales.

The revolution in app and game distribution

The landscape of app and game distribution is undergoing a profound transformation due to introduction of new tech regulations all around the world. With these laws, alternative app stores are now coming to take their market share from giants like the App Store and Google Play.  

Taulia and Lloyds launch Visa-enabled Virtual Cards

Taulia, a provider of working capital management solutions and part of SAP group, and Lloyds, part of Lloyds Banking Group, have announced a partnership to issue Visa-enabled Virtual Cards, embedded across a range of solutions available with SAP Business Suite.   

Leaders to take centre stage at Startup Moldova Summit

Several leaders from Booking.com, Netflix, Atomico, and more have been announced as speakers for this year’s Startup Moldova Summit.

MediaTek CEO Rick Tsai to deliver keynote at COMPUTEX 2025

TAITRA (Taiwan External Trade Development Council) has announced that Dr. Rick Tsai, CEO of MediaTek, will deliver a keynote at COMPUTEX 2025, discussing AI vision from Edge to Cloud.

46% of UK businesses are embarrassed by their website

Storyblok announced research that reveals that UK companies are losing an increasingly large sum of money each year due to poor website experience despite spending a substantial amount on marketing technology.

NEC X unveils latest cohort amid rising startup investments

NEC X, the Silicon Valley venture studio backed by NEC’s advanced technologies and global businesses, announced the six visionary startups selected for Batch 13 of its Elev X! Ignite programme – a cohort that reflects surging demand for innovation in agriculture, healthcare, compliance, financial services and enterprise tech.

SME’s in Southern England invited to accelerate digital transformation

Manufacturing leaders across Southern England are being urged to sign up to Made Smarter, the UK Government programme helping SMEs embrace digital technologies for growth.

How startups can leverage a 3D product configurator

About 90% of startups failed in 2024, underscoring the brutal reality of today’s competitive e-commerce landscape.

Exclusive Enterprise Investment Scheme event by Sustainable Times

Sustainable Times is hosting an exclusive Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) event on April 24th at The Royal Institute in Mayfair, London. This premier gathering will spotlight four high-impact startups that are not only poised for strong financial returns but are also driving meaningful environmental and social change.