Naivety is a superpower

Giving up a high-flying corporate career to become the founder of a wellness startup is not a move you make lightly. I bailed out of a decade-long position as a corporate lawyer to launch gut health brand JERMS in 2023. And I don’t regret a thing.

How AI startups can solve the GPU pricing puzzle – 6 tips from a CFO

For AI startups, choosing a GPU provider is one of the most important decisions they will make. The right provider can be the key to explosive growth, while the wrong one can be a massive drain on already limited cash reserves.

Shiro Theuri appointed as Glovo Chief Technology Officer

Glovo has appointed Shiro Theuri as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Previously serving as the Senior Director of Engineering since 2022, Theuri’s new mandate is to elevate Glovo’s technological and innovative prowess, ensuring the platform delivers an exceptional experience for customers, couriers, and partners alike.

Coventry robotics firm enters Spanish market with €1.4M deal

Coventry-based Expert Technologies Group has secured a significant contract in Spain, bolstered by a €1.4 million financing arrangement.

Why taking risks as an entrepreneur is crucial for business today

In today’s rapidly evolving business environment, there are more fast-paced changes and challenges than ever. Businesses face more competitive markets, and unpredictability is influenced by geopolitical conflicts and economic issues. This is why calculated risk-taking has become more crucial than ever for entrepreneurial success.

Calls for urgent reform to Innovate UK after ‘Women in Innovation’ funding failure

In the past 72 hours, a growing movement has emerged, demanding urgent reforms to Innovate UK, the Government’s innovation agency, following the controversy surrounding its recent ‘Women in Innovation’ Awards.

Glasgow entrepreneur Angela Prentner-Smith pioneers inclusive e-learning with Neve Learning

Angela Prentner-Smith, a dynamic entrepreneur from Glasgow, is set to reshape the e-learning sector with her new venture, Neve Learning. This cloud-based edtech platform aims to foster a more inclusive and forward-thinking educational landscape.

How fintech startups can address key pain points in the creator economy

The creator economy is a comparatively new phenomenon that has already experienced rapid development. With the growing recognition of content creation as a profession, the creator economy will develop even faster. As of 2024, it is valued at nearly $160 billion and is projected to grow fivefold by 2030.

From university spinout to acquisition: Cortexica’s journey

Being a university spinout is already a unique way to bring about a new startup, filled with its own set of challenges and rewards – but what about transitioning beyond that phase?

Navigating the New Sales Frontier: Embracing Digital Solutions to Transform Buyer Engagement and Drive Growth

In today’s rapidly changing markets, adapting to evolving buyer behaviours and sales enablement challenges is crucial. Damjan Haylor, CEO of POPcomms, with over 25 years of experience, notes that shifting expectations and dynamic market conditions present not just challenges but significant opportunities for growth.

Tips for SMEs trying to survive 2024’s payment challenges

The business landscape in 2024 is fraught with challenges, including economic uncertainty, technological shifts, and evolving consumer preferences. SMEs are struggling to keep up with the dynamic market. As a result, many risk falling behind.

Why investing in digital collaboration solutions from the start is worth it

Startups interact with numerous stakeholders online. To be perceived as a reliable business partner from the start, it is crucial for them to choose a secure collaboration platform.

8 ways to cultivate a wealth mindset

Cultivating a wealth mindset is essential for business success if you want to achieve your worth and charge what you deserve to earn. I work with clients who have, for years, undervalued and undersold themselves, but by practising manifestation techniques and determining their value I have helped them skyrocket their incomes and turnover.

Four common myths stifling startup growth and how to overcome them

Any startup can strategise extensively, but it will never grow without increasing sales. There are effective ways to achieve this, but also many pitfalls to avoid along the way. Let’s focus on those pitfalls.

Revisiting 1991: the rise of Oasis and British tech brands

To commemorate the reunion of British 90s music legends Oasis, we take a look back at the British companies that were founded alongside Oasis in 1991, and the impact they have made on the technology sector.

Understanding your data responsibilities as a startup

When a startup grows, the way that data is handled needs to evolve with it. At the beginning, when just starting to build the business, it is easy to set data responsibilities aside, however, the responsibilities will grow as the business develops and someone will need to be in charge of this.

Wayve and Uber partner to accelerate autonomous driving future

Wayve, a startup specialising in Embodied AI for autonomous driving, has announced a strategic partnership with Uber, the global mobility and delivery platform.

Navigating the storm as a startup in times of economic uncertainty

It was a cold and stormy night, in the economic climate, and all those entrepreneurs sat in small houses with big dreams were debating whether or not this was a good time for them to START their business.

GoDaddy Airo transforms business efficiency for UK entrepreneurs

GoDaddy has introduced GoDaddy Airo, a generative AI tool tailored to assist small businesses in the UK with quickly establishing and enhancing their online presence.

How businesses can harness multi-tenant software to create a reliable income stream

Soumya Dinesh is the managing director of Atula Technologies. The Buckinghamshire-based business provides bespoke software solutions to SMEs. Soumya discusses the advantages of investing in bespoke software with the aim of tenanting it out to other companies.