Where are they now?: SumUp

SumUp has become a recognisable name in the point-of-sale (PoS) space. Since its inception in 2012, the company has become a global fintech, supporting more than 3.5 million merchants in over 30 markets across the world.

Workspace of the issue: MyWorkSpot

MyWorkSpot is a flexible office and co-working provider based in Maidenhead, Berkshire. Currently operating three locations in the area, MyWorkSpot is “a home for startups, established local businesses, and even large international corporations, where we provide satellite offices or desks for employees who want to work closer to home,” explained David Johnston, Co-Founder of MyWorkSpot.

Why aligning roles with meaningful work drives retention

In today’s job market, salary and perks alone aren’t enough to keep people engaged. Employees want purpose. They want to feel like their work matters. And when they do, they’re much more likely to stay.

3 clever ways to use Generative AI to promote your startup

If you’re running a startup, Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) isn’t just noise – it’s a toolkit waiting to be unlocked. Gen AI lets you punch above your weight, creating polished content, automating grunt work, and engaging customers without a massive budget.

How Melissa Ahmed is inspiring the next generation of engineers

“Become an engineer and improve the world we live in” – Melissa Ahmed CEng.

UBS Global Entrepreneur Report 2025

UBS has published its first Global Entrepreneur Report, based on a survey of 156 UBS entrepreneur clients and network members across a full range of economic sectors. Their businesses account for approximately $19.1 billion in combined annual revenue, which equates to an average of $123 million each.

Fuwment: redefining the UK migration journey with innovation and support

The UK is a global hub for innovation, offering unparalleled opportunities for professionals, innovators, and academics to thrive. Yet, navigating the complex visa processes can often feel like a daunting journey, filled with uncertainty and obstacles.

Mental wellness device, Pulsetto, tackles mental health issues & relieves stress

Nearly half of the global population is projected to experience a mental health disorder by age 75. It shows that there is an urgent need for more effective mental wellness solutions as relying on traditional medication, and even therapy hasn’t slowed the mental health pandemic.

AI Investors Reveal Game-Changing Strategies for Securing Financial Funds at Ai Everything Global 2025

AI business owners must adopt a forward-thinking mindset and remain adaptable if they are to successfully secure investment, experts told attendees at Ai Everything Global 2025. The event, packed with engaging discussions, also featured a venture capitalist who shared his story behind the decision to invest in Elon Musk’s latest AI venture.

1 in 4 businesses have no data strategy, creating an ‘AI Paradox’

Over one in four (26%) organisations have no formal data strategy in the UK and the US, despite increasing AI usage, creating an ‘AI Paradox’ for businesses, research has found.

How can we deal with the decline of conventional digital marketing platforms in 2025?

It’s 2025, and your reliable Google Ads campaigns produce only half the leads they produced three years ago, your organic search rank is in free fall, your target audience spends less and less time on older platforms, and your long-term strategies no longer yield fruit. Sound familiar? Don’t fret, you’re not alone. Marketers worldwide are grappling with this seismic shift in marketing trends. But here’s a silver lining: with each challenge comes opportunity.

VISARUN.AI secures $700K to automate visa application process with its AI platform

VISARUN.AI, an AI-powered visa-as-a-service platform, has raised $700,000 in pre-seed funding from Swiss and UAE-based angel investors with extensive experience in e-commerce and trading. The investment will fuel the company’s platform development, sales team expansion, and strategic market penetration initiatives.

From global politics to local impact

In today’s global economy, businesses are increasingly affected by geopolitical developments. From economic shifts driven by trade agreements to the ripple effects of conflicts, climate change agreements, sanctions on migration and resource availability, global decisions shape the business world in surprising and complex ways.

VTT and Oulu Port lead €12.8M project to strengthen cyber-physical security in ports

VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland and partners have launched a three-year project with Oulu Port aimed at enhancing secure situational awareness in critical cyber-physical systems.

Tania Gerard Digital: leading the way in accessible marketing and neurodiversity in business

When I set out to launch my business, I didn’t just want to create another consultancy, I wanted to change the way companies think about accessibility and inclusion. Today, Tania Gerard Digital UK helps businesses bridge the gap of communication between employee, employer and client.

MOSTLY AI launches industry-grade open source toolkit for synthetic data creation

Austrian synthetic data startup MOSTLY AI has announced the release of the world’s first industry-grade open source toolkit for producing synthetic data from real customer data. The open source toolkit is freely available now.

The future of European startups: embracing connectivity for global competitiveness

Some of the most exciting and groundbreaking startups call Europe home. From Berlin to Barcelona, innovators are crafting cutting-edge solutions set to change the future. In early 2024 alone, European startups attracted more than €47.3 billion in investments, including €18.7 billion in debt funding.

Galoy launches Lana to unlock digital asset collateralised lending

A new service that has been recently launched makes it easy and fast for innovative banks of any size to unlock the transformative potential of digital asset-backed lending.

The investment struggle for female founders (and why this needs to change)

Let’s talk about money. More specifically, let’s talk about why women struggle to secure it for their businesses.

The importance of collaboration in the race to net zero

Both big business and startups have much to bring to the table when it comes to supercharging the energy transition. Massimo Muzzì, Head of Strategy, Business Development and Sustainability at ABB Electrification, explains how taking the best of both worlds can lead to genuine progress.