ScaleWise, a specialist in helping venture-backed tech companies achieve capital-efficient growth, has announced its acquisition of Pug & Bear, a marketing and strategy consultancy led by SaaS expert Munya Hoto. This acquisition directly addresses a pressing issue in the startup ecosystem: the significant drop in early-stage companies advancing from Seed to Series B funding.
“The model of the lone entrepreneur – the poor boy with a brilliant business idea who rises single-handedly from poverty; the isolated scholar scribbling brilliant ideas in a garret or country village – is largely mythological.” That was what John Kay and Sir Mervyn King, the former governor of the Bank of England, wrote in their book Radical Uncertainty.
FIS, a global fintech, has partnered with Fulham Football Club to launch a new initiative at the newly developed Fulham Pier. This collaboration introduces “Markers, presented by FIS,” a sophisticated innovation and technology hub designed to enhance business and community engagement.
All good marketing campaigns should create an impact, however, creating a campaign that will be talked about long after the billboard is taken down, or the content stops being shown on our feeds is no easy feat.
In today’s business environment, brands hold more power than ever before. This influence is not just a competitive edge for startups – it’s a vital tool for communication, differentiation, and survival.
Kalogon is a smart seating company that uses patent-pending sensor technology to enable a seat to adapt to the user’s body. In doing so, it is able to redistribute the way the pressure is carried as someone is sitting, which has been proven to increase blood flow.
Alchemie Technology, a cleantech company, has been featured in a prestigious new book commemorating the 75th anniversary of the Commonwealth and King Charles III’s role as its Head. The book, The Commonwealth at 75, includes a spotlight on Dr Alan Hudd, Ffounder and CEO of Alchemie, and the company’s mission to cut emissions and pollution in the textile industry.
New research from Unmind reveals that almost half (45%) of UK women over the age of 55 don’t feel supported by their workplace. This is compared to a third (34%) of women of all other age groups.
Startups Magazine is excited to announce that we will once again be exhibiting at The Business Show on the 13th and 14th November! Come by stand B1600 to pick up a copy of the never been seen before November/December issue of the magazine, and have a chat with the team!
As part of its mission to help companies build better products and digital experiences, Amplitude has announced it acquired Command AI, a startup that provides intuitive, AI-powered user assistance to make software easier to use.
Armalytix, a fintech specialising in financial data solutions for compliance and affordability, has announced its strategic move into family law, aiming to streamline financial discovery processes for legal professionals. By offering bespoke tools and financial insights, Armalytix hopes to address key pain points in family law cases, making it easier and faster for lawyers to access the financial information they need.
Blecon has announced a $4.6M seed funding round, advancing its mission to unlock the full potential of Bluetooth Low Energy for IoT Connectivity.
Are you a startup looking to revolutionise your production process? CNC machining might be the game-changer you’ve been waiting for. Discover how this technology can boost efficiency, cut costs and help you compete with the big players. From rapid prototyping to small-batch production, CNC machining is transforming the startup landscape.
Research from Towergate Employee Benefits reveals that one in five employers (20%) anticipate a growing need for female-specific support, particularly for menopause-related issues. In light of World Menopause Day on 18th October, the organisation is urging businesses to assess how they can meet this rising demand and provide effective support for employees navigating menopause.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces warnings that the UK risks losing a significant number of owner-managed businesses if tax hikes are introduced in Labour’s upcoming Budget, according to new research commissioned by professional services firm Evelyn Partners.
Throughout my 20 years working in and around European startups, I’ve always looked to the UK market for inspiration, collaboration, and, of course, investment. At Ryte, we successfully raised funds from UK-based Octopus Ventures. Led by their partner Paul Davidson, we experienced firsthand the immense value that cross-border collaboration can bring.
Activity among SME manufacturing businesses saw a decline in September, although confidence in future growth remained high, according to the latest NatWest SME Growth Tracker.
A mental health crisis is unfolding among young women. At wonderwork, an ethical marketing agency, we see the critical work that needs to be done within our industry to address the harmful narratives and unrealistic expectations that contribute to this crisis.
SKL.vc is set to debut its B2C Launch Camp, a programme designed to give aspiring entrepreneurs a risk-free environment to explore their business ideas without dipping into personal savings.
Has your marketing fallen flat lately? Are you bored of using the same messages over and over? Do you need to inject something new and fresh into the way you talk about yourself?
