Seedrs Releases it’s 2024 Sector Report

There’s no escaping the fact that 2023 was a year of continued economic strain. While we saw some positive news in terms of inflation – specifically in the UK where falling energy and fuel prices brought the headline rate down from 4.6% in October to 3.9% in November – there was increased turmoil and pressure in other areas. In particular, geopolitical tensions have continued to escalate with conflict in the Middle East adding to existing global economic uncertainty caused by the war in Ukraine.

Europe’s most promising cybersecurity startup

ONEKEY is Europe’s most promising startup in the field of cybersecurity: the jury of the ECSO Startup Award has chosen the Düsseldorf-based company as the winner of the ECSO Award.

Smart wearable device combats hair loss

niostem, a German healthtech startup, is ready to shake-up a rather static industry that has not seen any major innovation for the past 30 years.

UK SMBs experiencing a tsunami of cybersecurity warnings

UK SMBs witnessed a 37% increase in daily cybersecurity warnings over the last year, according to a study by cybersecurity provider, Censornet.

HOW TO CREATE THE PERFECT ENTRY for The Hustle Awards

The clock is ticking – the entry deadline closes on 5th April 2024, meaning there are just over a week left to enter the Hustle Awards…still enough time to work on your entry.

Bullet-proofing your finances: how SMEs can tackle cash flow issues

SMEs (Small-to-Medium-sized Enterprises) make up 99% of the firms in the UK and are the ‘lifeblood’ of our economy, but in recent years, SMEs have faced a number of challenges – from COVID-19 to rocketing inflation and plenty more.

Fiverr & Steven Bartlett partner to support UK SMBs

Fiverr International Ltd. has unveiled its latest initiative, ‘Break The Breakthrough’, in partnership with Steven Bartlett. This campaign aims to bolster the growth of UK small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs).

UK businesses lose £2.2bn to fear: call for P&L fear reporting

People can be motivated by a range of emotions, and a key one is driving corporate managers in today’s workplaces – fear.

Global angel investor survey: preferences, motivations, and advice

A recent survey by Angel Investment Network has unveiled insights into the attitudes, drivers, and counsel of angel investors globally.

SME XPO 2024 opens its doors to leading SMEs and startups

Taking place 23–24 April at ExCeL London, SME XPO promises to be a transformative event, bringing together leaders, founders, and entrepreneurs under one roof to network, collaborate, and grow their businesses.

First of its kind free course for UK’s neurodivergent entrepreneurs

A Brighton-based company is offering a first of its kind free course to 12 neurodivergent entrepreneurs, potentially helping the UK’s next Richard Branson to get started in business.

Mortgage tips for high network individuals and business owners

In this Q&A, business leader, author, and mortgage adviser, Gary Das – founder of Active Financial – discusses the difficulties SME business owners face when applying for a mortgage.

Half of UK SMEs have lost vital data in the last five years

Nearly half (48%) of small and medium-sized enterprises in the UK have experienced the loss or loss of access to company or customer data over the past five years, a study by Beaming, a business-focused Internet service provider, has found.

More than half of UK SMEs missing rail savings

Recent findings from Trainline Business reveal that 63% of UK SMEs are not taking advantage of potential rail savings for business travel due to booking process delays and complexities.

Why branded merchandise should be part of onboarding

Ever walked into your new job on your first day, and instead of just receiving passwords, paperwork, and calendar invites, you’re greeted with a comfy company hoodie, t-shirt, or a slick embroidered cap?

Top office needs for 2024

As we navigate the evolving landscape of work, specialists in workplace design and strategy have identified the leading characteristics of office spaces for 2024.

Funding into UK tech startups dropped 18% in Q1 2024

Tracxn has unveiled its Geo Quarterly Report: UK Tech for the first quarter of 2024. Drawing from its database, the report sheds light on the dynamics within the UK tech sector.

The Hustle Awards: Workspace of the Year

The Hustle Awards are back for 2024, and Startups Magazine is here to help you through the entry process.

ABB Robotics and tech startup deliver affordable housing

ABB Robotics has announced a partnership with the UK-based tech startup AUAR to push forward the development of robotic micro-factories dedicated to the construction of affordable, sustainable, and energy-efficient timber homes.

AI meets US healthcare fax machines as Tennr lands $18m from a16z

Fax machines are older than telephones and the Internet. Despite being a legacy technology, the healthcare industry still sends nine billion faxes a year because they are more reliable than telephone calls and emails.