Innovestor backs Finnish spinouts pioneering neurological treatments

Finnish venture capital firm Innovestor announced new investments in three university spinouts, made through its €90 million Life Science fund. The companies – Polku Therapeutics, Kasvu Therapeutics, and Soihtu DTx – are working on innovative treatments for neurological conditions.

Seamless Collaboration: Virtual Data Rooms in Real Estate Deals
Seamless Collaboration: Virtual Data Rooms in Real Estate Deals

Real estate is among the largest industries in the world. In 2023, the largest European commercial real estate market was in Germany – about 1.9 trillion US dollars. Real estate companies must focus on advanced technologies and other solutions that enhance their business operations to maintain future success.

The era of cash efficiency for SMBs

The past few years have pushed many small businesses across the UK to breaking point. A harmful combination of rising costs, reduced funding, and increasingly delayed payments has made cash flow management a more pressing concern than it has been in recent memory.

UK Must Address Burnout Epidemic to Fix Productivity

The UK is grappling with a quiet burnout epidemic that is eroding the mental health of our workforce and harming productivity. And it’s getting worse.

Singapore hosts global cybersecurity startups to drive international growth

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.

South Summit Korea brings together world experts in AI and Deep Tech in its first edition from September 25 to 27

South Summit Korea, co-organised by IE University, in collaboration with the Government of Gyeonggi and GBSA (Gyenggido Business & Science Accelerator), will bring together more than 80 world experts in Artificial Intelligence and Deep Tech. This is the first edition of the SS Korea Championship, which will be held from September 25 to 27 in Suwon (Gyeonggi Province).

Global presence key to competitiveness: 97% of executives agree

G-P (Globalization Partners), a force in the global employment landscape, has revealed in its latest report that over half of workers (53%) expect to enter the job market within the next six months, with a third aiming to relocate to another state or country for career advancement.

5 new GenAI tools to accelerate growth and enhance experience

Generative AI is one of the most transformative technologies of this generation. Throughout its history, Amazon has focused heavily on developing and deploying AI and machine learning to improve the customer experience, support the success of sellers, maximise productivity, and tackle some of the most challenging problems facing humanity.

SEB pension funds key investor in Estonian VC fund Superangel

SEB pension funds have become a key investor in Estonian venture capital firm Superangel, significantly enhancing the firm’s second fund, which now reaches nearly €40 million. This capital will be directed towards innovative tech startups across Estonia, the Baltic States, and the Nordic region.

Vanta’s latest product capabilities accelerate compliance for startups

Whether expanding to new regions or selling to larger customers with higher expectations, establishing an effective security and compliance programme is a necessary step for growing startups.

SQUID and Square team up to boost independent businesses

In a transformative partnership, Irish startup SQUID, known for its innovative loyalty platform, has joined forces with Square, a leading provider of commerce and financial services, to deliver spend-based loyalty programmes for independent businesses across Ireland and the UK.

Seopa celebrates record growth and 4M users amid success

Belfast-based insurtech company Seopa, the force behind Northern Ireland’s largest price comparison site, CompareNI.com, and one of the UK’s top platforms, Quotezone.co.uk, has reported its most successful year to date.

DeepL unveils Glossary Generator to tackle business communication and brand consistency
DeepL unveils Glossary Generator to tackle business communication and brand consistency

DeepL, a global language AI company, has introduced significant improvements to its glossary feature, designed to boost translation precision and uniformity.

Mindstone and Pangea.ai partner to accelerate AI adoption and upskilling

Mindstone, a global AI learning community, has partnered with Pangea.ai, a marketplace connecting top development agencies with startups and enterprises, to bring AI training to Pangea.ai’s extensive client base.

Addressing the Key Challenges Holding Startups Back from Achieving Fusion Energy

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 launches Trans Library, the world’s largest free mental health resource for trans community

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.

Digital Catapult and Sony Music partner to support black founders in creative tech

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.

Employers criticise lack of state support for employee wellbeing

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.

Employers concerned about physical health of overseas staff, but wellbeing support is essential

According to new research from Towergate Health & Protection, 60% of employers with overseas staff rank physical health as their top concern.

Incredible opportunities for startups at the 2024 Africa Tech Festival, including a $1,000,000 investment prize

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.