The Impact of Bank Closures on UK SMEs

Recent findings from BusinessComparison have revealed insights from UK SME leaders regarding their interactions with local banks, highlighting a significant reduction in the number of bank branches in proximity to their businesses over the past decade.

Quarter of Women Pressured to Return to work early from Health Leave

New research conducted by the women’s health startup frendo reveals that 25% of women employed in UK offices have felt shamed or pressured into returning early from health-related leave.

What does 2024 look like for development and testing?

In the past year, the UK’s tech sector has witnessed the rise of several new job roles, mirroring the dynamic nature of the tech landscape. These include roles such as AI ethics experts, blockchain programmers and architects for the Metaverse. The prominence of these roles reflects how fast-changing the industry is, and how businesses need to keep up in order to stay relevant.

Diamfab Secures €8.7M for Diamond Semiconductor technology

Diamfab, a deeptech firm specialising in semiconductor diamonds, has secured its inaugural funding of €8.7 million.

The PowHER of Innovation: Women in Tech Global Summit 2024 Comes to Paris in May

Change-makers from government, business, and civil society from all over the world will come together to pave the way for solutions that enhance women’s roles in innovation.

Metaview raises $7M to build AI assistant for hiring

Metaview, an AI assistant designed to eliminate administrative workload and inefficiency from recruitment processes, has secured £7 million in a funding round spearheaded by Plural.

Global Digital Agency ‘Like Digital’ Expands to Saudi Arabia with AstroLabs

Like Digital, a global digital agency with offices in the UK and UAE, has partnered with AstroLabs, the Gulf’s leading expansion platform, to expand its operations into Saudi Arabia as it plans to increase its footprint across the region and beyond.

How to Invest in Women: Silicon Valley Financial Consultant On How She Does It

“To girls and women everywhere, I issue a simple invitation. My sisters, my daughters, my friends; find your voice.” – Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, Former President of Liberia and first elected female head of state in Africa.

Hailo closes new $120 million funding round

Hailo, the chipmaker of Edge AI processors, announced it has extended its series C fundraising round with an additional investment of $120 million.

The Key Elements to Consider For An Effective Website Design

A website is your digital storefront – an opportunity to make a lasting impression and establish your brand in the hearts and minds of your audience and by bearing in mind these essentials, businesses looking to make a name for themselves from the get-go can ensure they create websites that not only captivate and inspire but also drive meaningful results for their business.

Mind Data closes £200,000 Pre-Seed Round to Transform Mental Health Insights

Mind Data, an innovative mental health data analytics startup, has announced the successful completion of its pre-seed funding round, raising more than £200,000 from angel investors.

Indeed launches new AI-powered solution amidst hiring difficulties

According to new data from Indeed, 74% of UK businesses report that hiring has become more challenging over the past five years.

Aspiring entrepreneur gets six-figure job offer on Dragons Den

REMY founder Abeer Iqbal entered the Den, and despite intense grilling and no investment, left with a six-figure job offer from Peter Jones.

How to market your product around Easter

Easter, with its themes of renewal and celebration, presents a unique opportunity for startups to market their products.

How to maximise your small business marketing budget

In the world of entrepreneurship, small businesses often find themselves grappling with a common challenge: how to stretch a modest marketing budget to deliver maximum impact.

Pioneering biotech business programme welcomes first startups

Two innovative startups are the first to join a new business support programme designed to help early-stage, high-potential biotechnology companies succeed in commercial markets.

The Hustle Awards: Early-Stage Innovation

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

SMALL BUSINESSES BRACE AS ENERGY BILLS DISCOUNT SCHEME COMES TO ITS END

On March 31, the Energy Bills Discount Scheme comes to an end with no signs of a replacement.

DTX + UCX Manchester is Back: Global brands, cutting-edge technology and world-renowned speakers take centre stage

Digital Transformation EXPO Manchester (DTX), the North’s biggest enterprise IT and technology event, today announced its doors will open on 22- 23 May 2024, for what is set to be one of the most exciting technology exhibitions of the year.

London to Witness Largest-Ever Demo Day for Startups as a VC Conference

Get ready for a seismic shift in the London startup scene. Rare Founders, a leading force in early-stage entrepreneurship, is spearheading the Rarefounders Demo Day, an exclusive investor conference and demo day scheduled for April 22nd in the heart of Mayfair. This game-changing event promises to be the city’s biggest-ever gathering of founders and investors, fostering innovation and propelling the next wave of groundbreaking ventures.