x+why celebrates 5 years providing services with sustainable business model

Leading flexible workspace and hospitality specialist x+why is marking its five year anniversary this month, celebrating a remarkable record of sustainable growth.

Keynote speaker announced for 5th EAI TIE conference 2024

European Alliance for Innovation (EAI), one of the largest open ICT societies, has announced its first keynote speaker for the 5th EAI International Conference on Technology, Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Education TIE 2024 is Professor Shafi Ahmed.

What startup businesses can learn from D2C

In today’s digital age, where social media platforms reign supreme, the art of reaching and selling to customers has undergone a significant transformation.

Gen AI ‘a unique opportunity’ to level the playing field for Women in Tech

The proliferation of Generative AI (GenAI) in the workplace has helped level the playing field for women in technology, according to a new study from Boston Consulting Group.

European fintechs expect to see business growth in next 12 months

MHP Group has launched new research revealing a returning sense of optimism among Europe’s fintech leaders after a challenging period for the industry.

Anjal Z Techstars Founder Catalyst Programme Invites Applications from Startups in the Early Childhood Development Sector

The Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority (ECA) invited applications for the latest edition of the Anjal Z Techstars Founder Catalyst Programme in partnership with Techstars.

The pivotal role of Chief Data Officer in a startup (and what to do without one)

Across the globe, there has been a rise in a relatively new C-suite role of Chief Data Officer (CDO).   Organisations have become more aware of the opportunities that data presents and are keen to invest heavily in it to help drive innovation and competitive advantage.

Application deadline extended for Kickstart’s innovation programme

Kickstart Innovation has extended the application phase for its ninth programme. Every year, Kickstart has attracted some of the world’s best startups providing solutions to the biggest challenges for society.

Accel raises $650 million European startup fund

Accel, the Silicon Valley investor known for backing Monzo, GoCardless, and Synthesia, has raised a $650 million European startup fund.

STARTUP OLÉ CELEBRATES ITS MOST SUMMERY EDITION IN MARBELLA, ACCELERATING THE INTERNATIONALIZATION OF THE ECOSYSTEM

The first edition of the Startup OLÉ fair in the city of Marbella will take place from 26th to 28th June 2024 at the Andalucía Lab headquarters, with the support of relevant public administrations such as the Department of University, Research and Innovation of Junta de Andalucía and Ayuntamiento de Marbella.

Historic Opportunity to Scale Investment in European Tech, Strengthening Sovereignty and Competitiveness

Over the past several months, a group of independent experts collaborated to develop findings, opportunities, and recommendations aimed at enhancing Europe’s competitiveness and sovereignty.

Eight startups selected for Mega Green Accelerator to advance innovative climate solutions

Today (15th May 2024), PepsiCo, SABIC, AstroLabs and partners announced details of the eight startup companies in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region that have been selected to participate in the Mega Green Accelerator. The selected participants have all submitted an innovative solution focused on either advancing the circular economy, transitioning to clean energy, or mitigating climate change through technologies to improve water use and agricultural processes. Timed to coincide with this year’s GPCA Plastics Conference, themed “Innovating for Sustainable Growth”, the selected startups also presented to industry leaders who are accelerating the development of a circular economy in the region.

Coverage Compass: Finding Your Way Through the Maze of Life Insurance Options

Navigating the world of life insurance can feel like traversing a maze, with countless options and complexities to consider.

South Summit Madrid 2024 brings together 500 speakers, 121 investment funds and 24 unicorns from all over the world

South Summit Madrid 2024, co-organised by IE University, continues to bring together world leaders and experts from the entrepreneurial and innovation ecosystem for its 13th edition, which will be held from June 5 to 7 at La Nave in Madrid under the slogan ‘Human by Design’. The main meeting for startups, investors and corporations has announced its content programme in which nearly 500 speakers – 60% of them of international origin – 121 investment funds and 24 unicorns will unravel the keys for innovation and technology to be developed to improve the quality of life of human beings.

Zoom’s Workvivo named preferred migration partner after Meta closes Workplace

Workvivo by Zoom has been named Meta’s exclusive preferred migration partner for customers as it phases out Workplace from Meta. Meta is phasing out Workplace, its business version of Facebook, as part of the company’s ongoing efforts to streamline product offerings and concentrate on artificial intelligence and Metaverse technologies.

Navigating Startup Legality: How Entrepreneurs Kickstart Ventures with LLC Formation

Launching a new business venture can be incredibly exciting. It’s also fairly risky. Startup companies expose you to litigation and loss, making it necessary to implement some legal safeguards.

ABB Robotics launches global startup challenge to accelerate innovation in robotics and AI

ABB announced the launch of its 2024 Robotics AI Startup Challenge, a global competition aimed at accelerating the development of AI solutions in robotics.

Mental Health Awareness Week: Tips On How Leaders Can Move More

There’s no doubt about it, being a leader, especially of a startup or SME, can be stressful and pressured, feeling we have to wear all the hats and work all the hours, but prolonged periods of stress and pressure is not good for our body, mind, or spirit.

Incredible secures $1M in Pre-Seed funding to automate credit card and loan repayments

Incredible, the London-headquartered fintech, secured $1 million in pre-seed funding to fully launch its platform and app, which aims to provide consumers with an automated, all-in-one credit management solution.

Exiting your business: part two – three tax efficient exit strategies for entrepreneurs
This article is part 2 of 3 in the series Exiting your Business

As an entrepreneur, one of the most critical decisions you’ll face is how to exit your business in a tax-efficient manner, a decision you ideally need to have made before you launch your business, to ensure you find the best solution in support of your long-term financial goals, and in alignment with your definition of success.