UK tech scaleups now have access to invaluable insights into the most sought-after technologies in the APAC region, thanks to a newly launched online library from the UK-APAC Tech Growth Programme. This resource features a collection of free workshops and detailed reports designed to help UK businesses make their first foray into this dynamic market.
Regulation plays a critical role in shaping the fintech landscape. From Consumer Duty and FCA annual risk reporting to APP fraud, the tectonic plates of the sector are shifting and whether you consider these regulations as benefiting or hindering the industry, businesses are struggling to keep up.
Optiml, a digital platform specialising in Net Zero real estate investment and renovation planning, has secured $4 million in Pre-Seed Extension funding. This funding round was spearheaded by BitStone Capital, an investor with a focus on real estate and construction technology, and received additional backing from KOMPAS VC, which is dedicated to early-stage ventures in the built environment.
After all the headlines we have read about how amazing artificial intelligence (AI) is and how businesses would literally stagnate if they didn’t have it, it was interesting to read this article in Forbes, who suggest that AI stock is showing “bubble”-like tendencies and may soon experience a sharp correction as businesses struggle to operationalise AI. So, should we write off AI? Maybe not.
Andrew Moss, corporate partner at DSG Chartered Accountants, explores the benefits of choosing a compatible accountant early in your business journey, and explains why building a long-term relationship can be the key to success later down the line.
A new report from AND Digital reveals that 78% of women leaders in technology roles feel they have succeeded in their careers, with confidence increasing with age. The “Rewards & Resilience” report, which surveyed over 200 women leaders in tech, highlights both the triumphs and challenges faced by women in the industry.
According to recent research by Towergate Health & Protection, 58% of employers lack a clear understanding of their employees’ health and wellbeing needs.
A significant 76% of UK professionals believe the traditional 40-hour workweek is no longer fit for purpose. According to fresh research by talent solutions company Robert Walters, half of those surveyed (51%) suggest that a four-day workweek, or greater overall flexibility (38%), could better align with contemporary needs, potentially boosting productivity and engagement.
It’s official. According to the UK’s Hybrid Work Commission Report, hybrid working is here to stay. What was once a ‘nice to have’ perk for the senior team is now an expectation for many employees, which is reflected in Gartner’s prediction that 39% of global knowledge workers would be practicing hybrid working by the end of that year.
The EMERGE International Tech Conference is set to return to Yerevan, bringing together trailblazers from emerging markets and seasoned venture capitalists eager to discover the next wave of IT talent.
AI startup Exists has launched a Text-to-Game platform that empowers anyone to create sophisticated 3D games in just minutes. With no need for coding expertise, users can generate fully-realised game worlds using simple text prompts.
Zoom has launched a new single-use webinar service, capable of accommodating up to 1 million participants. Expanding beyond its existing monthly and annual webinar subscriptions, Zoom now provides flexible options tailored to larger audiences.
Data centres, the cornerstone of our digital world, are experiencing a rapid rise in demand due to the increasing reliance on AI, machine learning, and supercomputing. However, this surge has led to a significant increase in energy consumption, particularly in cooling these facilities.
In Part 1 of this article, we explored why brands matter, especially for startups. Now we will focus on how brands actually grow in value as people learn about and intensify their preference for them over time.
Over the past two decades, we have witnessed a drastic shift in how companies allocate marketing dollars and how they measure success of their marketing and advertising efforts. Google, Facebook, and Amazon (and recently TikTok) gobble up billions of ad dollars for their ‘performance ads’, ads that promise a click and immediate transaction that can be easily calculated, and performance immediately measured.
How do small business owners balance financial security with changes in tax and regulations? Jeremy Middleton, CEO of investment firm Middleton Enterprises, and the co-founder of HomeServe PLC, believes the answer lies in a partial exit and explains why business owners should sell shares in their business now ahead of potential capital gains tax increases.
Global fintech Revolut has reached agreements with a group of leading technology investors to offer employees liquidity through a secondary share sale, valuing the company at $45 billion. As of July 2024, Revolut has over 45 million customers worldwide.
Qubit Capital has transformed the landscape of startup investment, reshaping how entrepreneurs connect with investors through its innovative AI-powered matchmaking platform. In the second quarter of 2024 alone, Qubit facilitated over $9 million in funding for various startups, providing them with the financial backing needed to navigate the competitive market.
Finnish startup Kuva Space has successfully launched its first commercial microsatellite, Hyperfield-1, as part of SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rideshare mission from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, US.
The global RegTech sector is on track for robust growth, with a projected annual CAGR of about 24%, likely pushing its valuation to $28 billion by 2028.
