SINE Digital appoints industry heavyweights to accelerate growth and development

SINE Digital, the performance marketing agency, has announced the appointment of Christopher Satterthwaite as Chairman and Robin Price as Non-Executive Director (NED).

The Hustle Awards 2024 host announced!

We are thrilled to announce that Doc Brown will be our host for the Hustle Awards evening on 18th July at The Steel Yard, London!

AimHi Earth uncovers crisis in workplace climate engagement

Bosses are under increased scrutiny, following a new report from a leading climate and sustainability training organisation revealing that nearly all workers (93%) don’t know how their company’s sustainability strategy applies to their day-to-day jobs.

Crimson Education Expands to Saudi Arabia with AstroLabs to Transform Education Landscape and Skills Development

Crimson Education, a global leader in education and technology, has partnered with AstroLabs, the Gulf’s leading business expansion platform, to expand to Saudi Arabia.

PQShield delivers quantum resistant cryptography with $37M Series B funding

PQShield, a cyber security company specialising in post-quantum cryptography (PQC), has raised $37 million in Series B funding led by Addition, with participation from new investors Chevron Technology Ventures, Legal & General, and Braavos Capital, together with existing backers, Oxford Science Enterprises.

The key to acquiring new customers this Christmas

In today’s challenging economic climate, startup eCommerce brands are finding it increasingly difficult to attract and retain customers. The landscape has shifted, and traditional PR and marketing strategies are no longer sufficient.

International Women in Engineering Day: A Catalyst for Startups

International Women in Engineering Day (INWED), celebrated each year on 23rd June, is more than just a day of recognition; it is a pivotal moment for startups to reflect on and embrace the invaluable contributions of women in engineering.

Myria Biosciences Harnesses SynBio and AI to Target Undruggable Conditions

Myria Biosciences AG, a pioneering drug discovery company based in Basel, has successfully closed its pre-seed funding round, surpassing its initial undisclosed target.

SurrealDB Raises $20M to Disrupt Database Tech; Introduces New Cloud Beta Access

SurrealDB, the multi-model database, has secured a $20 million investment round led by FirstMark and Georgian, with contributions from Crew Capital and Alumni Ventures, bringing its total funding to $26 million.

The trust-fall that is post-investment VC startup funding

To secure funding startups endure an extensive due diligence process. Take the example of a startup courting a VC and vice-versa. The startup is put through its paces with accountants, lawyers, and even the investors themselves trawling through everything from corporate records to business plans, financial agreements to bank accounts, employee contracts, intellectual property, insurance policies and more… It’s normal for this process to take months before all shareholders are happy.

New flex operator creating workspaces that are better for people and the planet

We live in a world with an ever-increasing throwaway culture and the property sector is no stranger to waste.  You might be shocked to discover that old or not fit-for-purpose office furniture is putting a cumulative burden on our landfills and ultimately on our environment – this contributes hugely to the 300 tonnes of waste sent daily to UK landfills and will ultimately create between 30-40% of an office building’s entire lifetime greenhouse gas emissions.

Zendesk launches fund to fuel AI startups

Zendesk, known for delivering comprehensive AI solutions for customer experience, has officially unveiled its global venture fund aimed at supporting AI-centric companies enhancing customer and employee experiences.

UK Maintains Strong Position in Global Tech Ecosystem in H1 2024

Tracxn, a global SaaS-based market intelligence platform, has published its Geo Semi-Annual Report: UK Tech H1 2024. This report, leveraging Tracxn’s extensive database, offers a detailed analysis of the UK tech sector.

Top mobilitytech startups at MOVE UK 2024

With a dedicated Startup Village and a startup pitching stage, MOVE 2024 was the place to be as a mobilitytech startup. With innovations in every area of mobility, Startups Magazine has picked its top 10 mobilitytech startups that were at the show!

BMW i Ventures: How to level up the innovation ecosystem in Europe

At MOVE 2024, Marcus Behrendt, Managing Director of BMW i Ventures, discussed how the innovation ecosystem could be levelled up to match the model that is currently seen in North America.

NATO Innovation Fund Injects $1B to Supercharge Defence and Tech Startups

The NATO Innovation Fund has unveiled its inaugural deeptech investments aimed at tackling defence, security, and resilience challenges. These initial equity investments, drawn from the €1 billion fund, are set to propel advancements in novel materials, manufacturing, AI, and robotics.

Copilot Capital launches $200M fund to scale European software businesses

Copilot Capital, a newly established private equity firm dedicated to nurturing the next wave of European software leaders, has unveiled a $200 million fund.

Net zero not a priority for VCs tackling ESG

Data from ESG_VC, an industry initiative focused on enhancing ESG performance for startups and their investors, indicates a shift in priorities among venture capital firms regarding ‘net zero’ commitments.

Pi Labs 2024 Growth Programme cohort raises $7.5 million

Global venture capital firm Pi Labs has successfully concluded its twelfth annual growth programme for early-stage startups, resulting in the participating companies securing $7.5 million in seed and pre-seed funding.

Meaningful actions brands can take for LGBTQ+ inclusivity

Streetbees, known for its large-scale qualitative and quantitative audience insights through conversational research, has unveiled new research that delves into consumer sentiments and expectations regarding brand engagement during Pride month.