Nordic Science Investments Launches, Boosts Nordic Spinout Success

Nordic Science Investments (NSI), bridging academia and the private sector, seeks to assist researchers and universities in transforming inventions into prosperous enterprises. NSI extends beyond financial investment, offering strategic support, connections to global networks, and advice on team formation, helping early-stage spinout companies to commence their business activities.

Forward Fooding Unveils the Official 2023 FoodTech 500 Ranking of the Top AgriFoodTech Companies

Now in its 5th edition, the FoodTech 500 showcases the global entrepreneurial talent at the intersection of food, innovation, and sustainability. Forward Fooding released the Official full ranking of the FoodTech 500, a definitive list of the world’s most groundbreaking AgriFoodTech companies.

Steadybit Secures $6M in Funding; Introduces ‘Advice’ Feature

Steadybit, a company working in the in chaos engineering space, has announced a successful $6 million Series A funding round, led by Paladin Capital Group. This represents a pivotal step in the company’s global expansion efforts.

Inside the Success of Workspace Design Show 2024, UK’s Leading Workplace Interiors and Design Event

Another resounding success, the Workspace Design Show 2024, held at the Business Design Centre from February 27th to 28th, yet again gathered widespread acclaim.

Aurora Tech Award 2024 Announced 3 Winners on International Women’s Day

The Aurora Tech Award 2024 concluded its recognition of women founders who are actively challenging gender inequality in the IT sector. The winners were honoured at an awards ceremony on International Women’s Day.

How live team coaching can help solve the skills gap

Hywel Carver, CEO of Skiller Whale, argues that you can’t hire your way out of this problem: companies need to look to at live team coaching to get the outcomes they need.

Top startups mums will love this Mother’s Day

In celebration of Mother’s Day, we have delved into the innovative realm of startups that have not only captured the market’s attention but have also woven their tech-driven solutions into the hearts of mothers worldwide to make the hardest job in the world slightly less difficult.

Medical innovations, sustainability, Agritech and AI dominate #21toWatch 2024 awards

The 6th annual #21toWatch innovation awards have been unveiled at an awards ceremony at The Bradfield Centre in Cambridge, the UK Centre for Science, Technology, and Innovation.

Get It Made launches 2024 fund to support women in STEM

Manufacturing specialist Get It Made has announced the launch of its 2024 grant to help encourage the next generation of women in UK engineering by taking female-led organisations to the next level.

Playfair Capital launches 11th edition of Female Founder Office Hours

On Thursday 18th April, 2024, Playfair and 150 venture capital funds, including Atomico, Balderton, Cherry, Headline, Octopus, Partech, Plug & Play, PointNine, Seedcamp, and SpeedInvest will be holding remote office hours for more than 300 female founders from across Europe.

Only 26% of women have been offered a promotion at their company

26% of female professionals from working class backgrounds have received a promotion at their current company – less than half the number of female professionals from upper-middle class backgrounds (59%).

Equipping women with the skills to be rockstars in the boardroom

It’s International Women’s Day 2024 and a number of senior women from the tech world are working together to create an action-oriented approach to closing the diversity gap in tech leadership.

10 inspirational female founders for International Women's Day
10 inspirational female founders for International Women’s Day

International Women’s Day is celebrated in the month of March every year, and we have taken this as an opportunity to shine a spotlight on 10 inspirational female founders.

GISEC Global celebrates Women in Cybersecurity ahead of annual exhibition

Leading female figures in the global cybersecurity industry will unite at the regional super-connector to discuss the obstacles and opportunities shaping their careers.

Shaping tomorrow’s shopping experience: e-commerce trends for 2024

For e-commerce business owners, staying ahead of the curve isn’t just an option – it’s a must. With the landscape constantly shifting due to economic ups and downs, tech advancements, and changing consumer habits, being adaptable is key.

The Hustle Awards: Inspirational womxn of the industry

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

Female-Founded Firms Hit Record Deal Value in 2023

PitchBook, the data provider for the public and private equity markets, has released 2023 All In: Female Founders in the United States (US) and European Venture Capital (VC) Ecosystems. This is PitchBook’s fifth annual report on the US market and its first European edition, both examining how female founders and investors are stacking up in the broader VC industry.

The spring budget 2024: mixed reactions from the industry

On the 6th March, the highly anticipated Spring Budget was unveiled. Chancellor Jeremy Hunt disclosed a series of initiatives that have been designed to support startups and SMEs, as well as providing support for technology adoption.

Fintech Nuke From Orbit raises £500k pre-seed funding to deliver smarter smartphone security

Nuke From Orbit, a UK-based fintech startup, has successfully raised £500,000 in a pre-seed funding round to launch its product. The company, which seeks to transform mobile security, has drawn attention from prominent investors for its novel method of safeguarding financial accounts and personally identifiable information (PII).

Cultivating success: the crucial role of PR in navigating the startup landscape

As the founder of a startup, it’s a scary thought that roughly 60% fail in the first three years. However, the high failure rate of startups can’t be too much of a deterrent for entrepreneurs given that between 2020 and 2022 the number of tech firms in the UK doubled.