6 tips for accommodating neurodiversity in the workplace

With around 15-20% of the global population exhibiting some form of neurodiversity according to the National Library of Medicine, it’s crucial to design office spaces that embrace inclusion and neurodiversity.

Claret Capital Partners backs Neurent Medical

Neurent Medical, the Irish MedTech company at the forefront of treatments for chronic inflammatory sino-nasal diseases, has secured funding from the Claret European Growth Capital Fund III (CEGCF III).

AI and remote work dominated job interview conversations

Metaview has released its 2024 Year in Interviews Trends Report, revealing the topics and trends that dominated hiring conversations in 2024.

Fast-tracked business exits, skills shortages, and increased complexity

Business owners plan to increase their use of outsourcing services over the next year, according to research carried out by Evelyn Partners. 

The challenges and opportunities for agrifood & biomaterials startups

This is an exciting time for European agrifood and biomaterials biotech startups, with growth in the sector driven by rapid advancements in cellular agriculture, and bioengineering.

Payroll stress is piling up. Are HR teams at risk?

Manual payroll is taking a toll on HR teams, impacting both wellbeing and productivity. But are businesses underestimating its stress-inducing effects?

Encouraging utilisation of health and wellbeing benefits

The majority of employers (55%) take a passive approach to encouraging the utilisation of the health and wellbeing support they offer, according to research by Towergate Employee Benefits.

Why legal expertise is critical for startups in 2025

A successful startup is not only about creating an idea and bringing it to life with a good team. It may sound obvious, but it also requires very careful attention to legal aspects. With the growth of different technologies, legislation is becoming even more complex and diverse.

How to build a fintech startup that Millennials and Gen Z trust

Earning and maintaining trust in any sector is paramount, but this is especially true for the fiercely competitive landscape that is fintech.

Startup Spain: a slowdown in growth

Spain’s innovation ecosystem strives to keep pace with global rivals, according to the new ‘Tech Scaleup Spain. Keeping the pace of innovation in an evolving global scenario 2024 Report’ that Mind the Bridge (with the support of ACCIONA and Crunchbase) presented at Tech Spirit Barcelona, shedding light on the state of Spain’s innovation ecosystem and its positioning in the global race for technological leadership.

Employment Rights Bill proposals need meaningful consultation

The CIPD is urging the UK Government to consult thoroughly with employers to ensure that proposed changes to employment law don’t negatively impact organisations or workers.

2025: the year of the entrepreneur

New research from Intuit QuickBooks uncovers a potential surge in entrepreneurial activity across the UK, marking 2025 as a pivotal year for self-employment growth.

UK’s top celebrity investors of 2024 revealed

In 2022-23, approximately 801,006 companies were registered in the UK, showcasing a rapidly growing entrepreneurial landscape.

Funding received to drive AI adoption

The University of Salford’s Centre for Sustainable Innovation has received £101,000 of funding from Innovate UK, to help educate SMEs across Greater Manchester on the intersection of AI and cybersecurity.

Energy Revolution Ventures closes fund

Energy Revolution Ventures, an energy tech venture capital firm targeting the multi-trillion-dollar opportunity in electrification, has closed an $18 million seed and series A fund focused on breakthrough deeptech.

Ukraine’s first women’s health & FemTech community

November 7, 2024, marks the launch of Women’s Health & FemTech Ukraine, the country’s first professional community dedicated to women’s health innovation.

Exploring PR for publicly traded companies: five principles

Imagine you’re constantly under the microscope. Every misstep, every poorly chosen word is immediately noticed by regulators, investors, and the media. Moreover, it costs you a reputation and or even a decline in stock value.

Havas Media Network selects winner of £150K funding

Following a final pitch day in Manchester, where six inspiring entrepreneurs presented their business proposals to the Havas Boost panel (including Sian Gabbidon, winner of The Apprentice 2018), Havas Media Network announces Christina (Tina Rehana) Taylor as the winner of Havas Boost Business.

Make investing your New Year’s resolution: here’s how to get started

As we anticipate 2025, now may be the time to add investing to your New Year’s resolution. Venturing into the world of investing can be daunting, especially for first-time investors who fear losing money, therefore, venture capital group Oxford Capital have shared insight on how novice investors can experiment with small investments before committing on a larger scale, and provided actionable tips on how to maximise investments.

What managers should know about leading in a startup vs. an established company

Leadership is the dynamic force that drives a company’s culture and its success. However, what works for one business doesn’t always work for another, especially when comparing the fast-paced, unpredictable world of startups with more structured, established organisations.