Senoptica Technologies receives FDA approval for US trials

Senoptica Technologies, a sensor technology and analytics company, announced that it had received approval from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to enter the United States market.

UK Omnichannel Marketing Analysis: 2 Billion Emails, 8 Million SMS, 13 Million Push Messages

Omnisend, an omnichannel marketing platform used by over 100,000 merchants, studied more than 2 billion messages sent by British ecommerce businesses in 2023, including email, SMS, and push notifications.

Found Energy Closes $12M Seed Round to Decarbonise Heavy Industry with Aluminum-Powered Energy Systems

Found Energy, a cleantech startup building industrial decarbonisation solutions that harness the embodied energy of aluminium, has announced an oversubscribed Seed Round of $12 million.

Ukrainian startups shortlisted for Investment Accelerator

Following the recent launch of the Investment Accelerator, the Department for Business and Trade along with the Ukraine Ministry of Digital Transformation, Ukraine Startup Fund and 1991 Ventures have now selected 20 pre-seed and seed companies to take part in the ten-week programme.

ICEYE raises oversubscribed growth funding round to expand global SAR leadership

ICEYE, a leader in synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite operations for Earth Observation, persistent monitoring, and natural disaster solutions, today confirmed the signing of a definitive agreement for a $93 million growth funding round, which was oversubscribed.

8 Content Marketing Tips for Health Innovations Startups

Content marketing together with public relations outreach plays a pivotal role in attracting investment as it is an essential tool in storytelling, it communicates a startup’s value proposition, credibility, and growth potential to potential investors.

University seeks applications from AI innovators for business support programme

The University of Edinburgh’s AI Accelerator programme, renowned globally, has begun its search for technology-driven scaleups to join its eighth cohort. The programme is designed for Scottish and international companies that leverage Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance their commercial prospects.

Navigating the Investment Landscape: The Strategic Role of Public Relations

In the fast-paced world of entrepreneurship and innovation, securing funding is often the lifeblood of success. However, in the pursuit of investment, many overlook the pivotal role that Public Relations (PR) can play in enhancing investment readiness.

Skyports raises in excess of $110M in Series C round led by investment from ACS

Skyports, a company specialising in vertiport infrastructure and electric drone operations, announced that the ACS Group, a prominent infrastructure and construction firm, has made a significant equity investment in Skyports, becoming its largest investor.

The Hidden Cost of High-Performance Cultures: Understanding High-Functioning Anxiety in the Workplace

High-functioning anxiety is a broad term for those who live with generalised anxiety disorder but identify as functioning reasonably well and, in some cases, extremely well. It is often overlooked due to its subtle presentation.

The jury’s out on whether WeWork needs Adam Neumann – but the flex sector no longer needs WeWork

Adam Neumann has once again made headlines in recent weeks for his $500 million bid to buy back WeWork.

A-Z of becoming a B Corp: The journey to certification as a scaleup

Fresh off the back of B Corp month 2024, at Kontor we’re thrilled to achieve B Corp certification ourselves, a milestone which prompts us to share our journey, particularly for the benefit of other startups and scaleups aiming for the same.

100 startups apply to work with essential global industry on achieving net zero

Nearly 100 tech startups from around the world have applied for a pioneering international programme aimed at decarbonising the world’s most widely used man-made materials.

Kickstart Programme Launches 9th Iteration to Drive Collaborative Solutions and Investments

Kickstart Innovation, a European open innovation platform, has launched its ninth programme. Annually, Kickstart attracts global startups that offer solutions to significant societal challenges, achieved through partnerships with major industry players.

gaitQ and machineMD secure million-dollar research grant to monitor Parkinson’s development

The Oxford-based medical technology startup, gaitQ, and the Swiss medical device company, machineMD, recently announced the joint award of a research grant from InnovateUK and Innosuisse. This grant, valued at one million dollars, aims to facilitate the collection and analysis of critical movement data from people with Parkinson’s (PwP).

51% of new UK hires either leave or need close support due to mis-hiring

According to a recent survey conducted by Project Brains, an AI-powered Fractional Work platform that assists businesses in scaling by matching individuals to specific roles and business needs, half of new hires either leave or require extensive support to enhance their productivity.

Embracing ethical communication for sustainable business success

Communication permeates every aspect of growing a business, from establishing brand identity and attracting customers to managing relationships, gathering feedback, empowering employees, and navigating challenges.

UK Businesses Increasingly Searching For TikTok Services, According to Fiverr’s Business Trends Index

Fiverr, the company that is changing how the world works together, has released its Spring 2024 Business Trends Index.

The ScaleUp! World Summit is looking for the leading startups in exponential technologies

Exponential technologies have become an indispensable tool for boosting business competitiveness. In this regard, startups are positioned as key players when it comes to developing these solutions and accelerating the digital transformation of any industry with solutions such as Generative AI, data analytics, multicloud, Blockchain, AR/VR, or cybersecurity, among others.

Unlocking Defence Innovation in Ukraine: Opportunities with Defence Builder Accelerator

A new defence technology initiative, the Defence Builder Accelerator, has recently launched in Ukraine. This four-month intensive training programme is specifically designed for Ukrainian defence startups to secure their first investments and facilitate the transition from “garage” production to the establishment of a technology company.