2024 SME trends forecast: the rise of podcasting

Leaders are navigating an increased call for operational transparency, improving their employees’ wellbeing or reaching B Corp status with sustainable practices.

Clue Software raises £4m to detect, investigate and prevent rapidly advancing threats

Clue Software, a startup in the field of investigation and intelligence management software, has announced a £4 million investment round led by Frog Capital, complemented by £1 million from angel investors and employees, with ScaleUp Group acting as the investment advisor.

The Direct Selling Association’s campaign for greater adoption of industry best practice

The UK industry body for direct-to-consumer (D2C) retail, The Direct Selling Association, has launched a campaign calling for urgent and more widespread adoption of industry Codes of Conduct in the UK.

Hurun UK Under30s and Under35s Young Entrepreneurs to Watch 2023 revealed

Research institution, the Hurun Research Institute, has released the Hurun UK Under30s and Hurun UK Under35s 2023, showcasing the leading British young powerhouses pushing the UK economy to new heights.

Why February 14 should become Startuppers Day

Tech PR agency AROUND PR Studio offers to put to an end one of the hottest marketing holidays in the world, St. Valentine’s Day in favour of Global Startups Day – a professional holiday to celebrate innovators and drivers of the world’s technical progress. 

Open banking saves UK businesses 150 hours per year on operational tasks

New research indicates that 66% of larger UK businesses are highly acquainted with open banking, with users noting a significant saving of approximately 150 hours annually on operational activities like invoice processing, financial data management, recurring payments, and refund processing.

Club Employés and Weavr collaborate to give employees control over benefits

The European employee benefits platform, Club Employés, has formed a partnership with embedded finance experts, Weavr, to introduce a debit card solution tailored for employee benefits.

Embracing change: Why 2024 is the best year for a tech career transition

The rapid pace of technological advancements is reshaping industries and creating a demand for skilled professionals. Emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, and the Internet of Things are no longer on the horizon – they are here, and here to stay.

Garvan Acoustic at ISE 2024

During ISE 2024, Startups Magazine’s Deputy Editor Anna Wood interviewed Garvan Acoustic, a company known for its approach to sound technology, specialising in the design and manufacturing of high-end audio systems and speakers.

The winning formula: how a footballer turned founder scores big in business

Thomas ‘Hal’ Robson-Kanu, former professional footballer, is now the Founder and CEO of one of the UK’s fastest-growing health brands – The Turmeric Co.

ENTTEC at ISE 2024

During ISE 2024, Startups Magazine’s Deputy Editor Anna Wood interviewed ENTTEC, an Australian company renowned for its innovation in the field of lighting control technology and LED solutions.

Start or grow your own business with Start Up Loans

The Start Up Loans programme, part of the British Business Bank, helps new and early-stage UK businesses gain access to affordable finance and mentoring support.

The New Year’s Resolutions of Startups

As the long month of January is now over, and everyone is back in the swing of work, Startups Magazine has checked in with multiple startups to see what their New Year’s Resolutions are now they have had time to reflect and plan for the year ahead.

Turn your ideas into reality

The Royal Academy of Engineering’s Enterprise Directorate provides UK based and international entrepreneurs with a unique package of funding, training, networking, and mentoring from leading engineers. The best part? They don’t take a penny in return.

National Sickie Day case study: Self-employed struggle to take sick leave

On what has been branded ‘National Sickie Day’ (February 5), it is time to give a voice to the nation’s small business owners, who typically take fewer holidays, work longer hours, and – in some cases – have never had a day off sick.

Empowering female founders: panel talk & pitching event

On Friday 8th March 2024, Impact Brixton is opening its doors to creators, entrepreneurs, and small business owners to discuss how female founders can grow, scale, and sustain their business.

London fintech firms KoinKoin and SR FINANZMANN close $2m funding round

London FinTech firms KoinKoin and SR FINANZMANN, have closed a $2 million private funding round in major boost to their corporate OTC business for foreign exchange and digital assets.

Despite challenges, a more inclusive future is coming

Hey folks! A little intro – my name is Seven (yes, like the number!) and I’m the Startup Lead at Colorintech, a non-profit dedicated to supporting underrepresented people to excel within tech. Working with tech entrepreneurs, investors, and operators in the ecosystem, I get the pleasure of seeing our industry move and listen to its stakeholders. I wanted to share a few insights from what I’ve seen and, why, as an ally to female entrepreneurs and diverse founders, I’m excited for the progress being made in this ecosystem (despite ongoing challenges).

Jasper SME Hub Targets 50,000 African Businesses for Growth

Jasper SME Hub, a prominent accelerator and educational institution for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), has unveiled an ambitious plan to bolster the expansion of 50,000 Nigerian businesses by 2025.

SeedLegals hosts inaugural Startup Awards to celebrate entrepreneurship in the UK

SeedLegals, a SaaS company that simplifies the legal side of starting a business and raising investment capital, is excited to announce the launch of the first-ever SeedLegals Startup Awards, happening on 22 February 2024 at Battersea Arts Centre in London. The event recognises the outstanding contributions of founders, startups, and investors who drive innovation and entrepreneurship in the UK.