Fusion energy is often hailed as the ultimate clean power source, promising virtually limitless energy without harmful emissions. As private initiatives increasingly enter the sector, bringing fresh ideas and innovation, much attention is given to technical challenges.
Voda, an LGBTQIA+ mental health app created by LGBTQIA+ therapists, has unveiled the world’s largest free mental health resource for the trans community: the Trans Library. Launched on 18th September 2024, the library features 52 self-led digital programmes designed to address the specific mental health challenges faced by trans individuals, offering timely and inclusive support.
In collaboration with Sony Music UK and Sony Music Publishing UK, Digital Catapult has selected ten startups from the UK’s creative industries for its 2024 Black Founders Programme.
Research by GRiD, the group risk industry body, reveals that 74% of employers believe there is insufficient state support for the health and wellbeing of UK workers.
According to new research from Towergate Health & Protection, 60% of employers with overseas staff rank physical health as their top concern.
When the 2024 Africa Tech Festival kicks off in Cape Town on 12 November, anchor event AfricaIgnite will see the continent’s most innovative startups exposed to unprecedented opportunities to pitch their businesses, connect with funders, and meet potential customers.
South Summit has named Nacho Mateo as its new CEO, tasking him with spearheading the event’s international growth and solidifying its role in the global entrepreneurial and innovation ecosystem.
Smart City Expo World Congress (SCEWC), the leading international event on cities and smart urban solutions organised by Fira de Barcelona will hold its biggest edition to date in 2024. Under the theme “Live Better” the show and congress will experience a 30% growth of the exhibition floorspace from the record-setting 2023 event. The summit held every year in Barcelona expects to host 1.100 exhibitors, 850 cities and over 25.000 attendees from November 5-7 and will spread over halls 2 and 3 of Fira’s Gran Via venue.
Ten international startups have been chosen for the inaugural CyberBoost Catalyse programme, a collaboration between Plexal, the innovation company founded by Delancey, and NUS Enterprise, the entrepreneurial arm of the National University of Singapore (NUS). The programme will take place at the CyberSG Talent, Innovation and Growth (TIG) Collaboration Centre, a joint initiative between the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA) and NUS.
DeepDrive, an electric motor company known for its focus on efficiency, performance, and sustainability, has secured an oversubscribed €30 million Series B funding round. Leitmotif, an independent venture capital firm with a focus on decarbonisation investments in the US and Europe, led the round.
Skillsoft, a platform known for its focus on transformative learning, has released a study examining the current landscape of workplace skills and talent development. The research, which surveyed 2,500 full-time employees across the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, and India, highlighted a significant skills gap in the workforce.
French AI startup Mistral has launched its first multimodal model, Pixtral 12B, capable of processing both text and images.
TeamSystem, a tech company specialising in business management solutions for SMEs and professionals, has accelerated its expansion in the Spanish market by acquiring 100% of the social capital of Distrito K.
Fiverr has unveiled its new Financial Services Vertical, recognising the financial sector’s significant influence on the global economy and addressing the rising demand for roles such as fractional CFOs. This initiative aims to support a new wave of startups and entrepreneurs.
There’s a longstanding reputation of what founders look like. We must be all-absorbed by our work, have a 5-9 before our 9-5, routinely forget the names of the new marketing assistant or junior executive, and be a dragon in the boardroom – like that’s all a good thing!
As the country braces for an anticipated “painful” Budget this autumn, fresh research from independent SME funder Bibby Financial Services (BFS) highlights that UK SMEs see tax incentives and access to finance as crucial for unlocking growth.
Many companies have a talented workforce consisting of individuals with remarkable skills and insights, yet some may face challenges navigating the traditional office environment. In this article, Dan Kentley, Head of Specialist Services at Onebright, discusses how companies can seek neurodiversity employee support.
Turneo, a traveltech startup specialising in experiential hospitality, has announced the closing of a €2 million seed funding round. The round was led by Bessemer Venture Partners, with additional backing from Underline Ventures.
Embracing the Ten Commandments of Gratitude and becoming a gratitude hunter is key to finding peace in life, especially for tech founders navigating the high-stakes world of startups. Shifting from overthinking to overt-thinking and attracting limitless possibilities can transform your entire outlook helping you maintain balance in both your personal and professional life.
OX Delivers has announced plans to nearly double its UK workforce, initiating a recruitment drive for various skilled roles at its West Midlands headquarters. This expansion aligns with the company’s next phase in developing its next-generation electric truck, where these roles will be key to scaling up continuous truck production.
