Evolve or die: why creating a diverse, multicultural workforce should be your top priority

Diversity is a word we hear a lot in the context of business and unfortunately, it’s still often used as a tick box exercise for what a company ‘should’ be doing. This typically means a business and its leaders do not recognise the value a diverse, multicultural team can bring to the business.

Algorithmiq: enabling life sciences with the power of quantum

A lover of the natural world and a lifelong academic of the quantum field, Sabrina Maniscalco stands at the forefront of quantum technologies as one of its brightest minds. Alongside fellow researchers Guillermo García-Perez, Matteo Rossi, and Boris Sokolov, she founded Algorithmiq to solve life sciences’ biggest questions utilising quantum computing.

AIRMO: a birds-eye view on GHG emissions

With a spark for technology and a drive to solve the puzzles of the universe, whilst simultaneously catching the entrepreneurial bug along the way, Daria Stepanova, Co-Founder and CEO of AIRMO, is leading her team in their efforts to monitor GHG emissions and manage climate risk.

Top tips on how to boost your lead generation as a SME

SMEs often face the challenge of generating quality leads to fuel their growth. Unlike large corporations with vast marketing budgets, SMEs must be savvy and strategic to attract potential customers. Here are some practical and effective strategies SMEs can implement to boost their lead generation.

How to keep up with social media trends and make them work for your business

Social media is one of the leading ways that small businesses can generate customers and sales. In fact, recent research revealed that over a quarter (28%) of small businesses in the UK now generate more sales from social media than from any other channel, including e-commerce and bricks-and-mortar stores.

AI Act risks stalling innovation, says Oxylabs

In March, the European Parliament made history by adopting the Artificial Intelligence Act, establishing the world’s first comprehensive legal framework for AI.

Securing funding from angel investors – what startups need to know

Angel investment is a great alternative for startups who cannot access debt finance to grow their company. Business angels are private investors who choose to invest directly in private companies in return for an equity stake in the target company and (potentially) a position on the board of directors of the target company.

Milton Keynes and Kerbo Charge expand electric car charging scheme

Milton Keynes City Council is expanding an electric car charging scheme following a successful trial, providing home charging solutions for motorists without driveways. In collaboration with Kerbo Charge, the council initially tested ‘through-pavement channels’ with six families lacking off-street parking.

AI and 6G: shaping the future of connectivity at Network X 2024

Network X, the world’s most comprehensive event for the telecommunications industry, will return this October to bring together industry experts to network, connect, and discuss some of the biggest issues and innovations in the field to date.

osapiens raises $120M round led by Growth Equity at Goldman Sachs Alternatives

osapiens, an ESG platform offering compliance and sustainability reporting solutions, has secured $120 million in a Series B funding round led by Growth Equity at Goldman Sachs Alternatives.

Paris to host Network X 2024, the premier gathering of telecom visionaries and experts

Network X, the global event for the B2B telecommunications industry, returns to Paris this October, uniting the brightest minds and biggest innovators shaping the future of connectivity.

Small Business Britain relaunches ‘Small and Mighty’ to boost microbusinesses

Small Business Britain’s ‘Small and Mighty Enterprise Programme’ is set to return this autumn to aid Britain’s smallest firms as the economy begins to recover.

Gen Z = Gen Search: Why brands must prioritise social SEO

Nearly 40% of 18-24-year-olds use video platforms like TikTok and YouTube as their primary search engines, according to 2022 data from Google.

It’s easier to become an Olympic medallist than a unicorn founder in Europe

Achieving unicorn status as a founder in Europe is more challenging than winning an Olympic medal. According to a study by Antler, a leading early-stage VC firm in Europe, there are four times more European Olympians than European unicorn founders.

Why investing in personal development leads to business success

The relationship between personal development and professional success is more important than ever in business today. As Jim Rohn, the esteemed entrepreneur and motivational speaker, wisely noted, “Your level of success will rarely exceed your level of personal development.”

How effective branding supports your marketing strategy

When you think of branding for your business, you might just think of colours and logos, but it actually extends much further than this. Your brand relates to the entire identity of your business, including its personality, its ethos, and its aims.

Industry leaders to discuss latest telco trends at Network X Headliners Stage

Network X – the world’s most comprehensive event for the B2B telco industry – has released the first look at the agenda, sessions, and big names joining the highly anticipated Network X Headliners Stage 2024. The Network X Headliners offers a unique opportunity for attendees to gain insights from leading figures and stay informed on emerging technologies and their impact on the future of telecoms.

Flo Health reaches Unicorn status, secures more than $200M in new funding
Flo Health reaches Unicorn status, secures more than $200M in new funding

Flo Health, one of the most downloaded women’s health apps globally, has secured over $200M in a Series C funding round from General Atlantic. This investment boosts Flo’s valuation beyond $1 billion, making it the first digital women’s health app to achieve unicorn status.

UK’s marginalised populations found to be most entrepreneurial

The latest Global Entrepreneurship Team (GEM) UK National Report has revealed significant trends in early-stage entrepreneurial activity, particularly among women, immigrant, and non-white ethnic populations, who remain the most entrepreneurial groups in the UK.

Litera amplifies governance, risk and compliance offerings with FileTrail acquisition

Litera, a company in legal technology solutions, has acquired FileTrail, a renowned name in information governance and records management.