The Importance of Building your Personal Brand and How any Entrepreneur can Get Started

Sam Winsbury, the 24-year-old behind the UK’s fastest growing personal branding agency, Kurogo, shares The CEOs guide to building a personal brand in 2024, exclusively for Startup Magazine.

Barclays launch Eagle Labs Academy to upskill next gen of tech entrepreneurs

Barclays Eagle Labs has introduced an online skills platform designed for aspiring entrepreneurs aiming to lead the next big tech companies.

Jellyfish Co-Founder joins ufurnish.com as advisor and investor

ufurnish.com has announced that Rob Pierre, the co-founder and former CEO of Jellyfish, has joined the company as an advisor and investor.

QDI Systems secures €5M to scale quantum dots technology for image sensors

QDI Systems, a deep technology firm based in Groningen, announced its Series A funding of €5 million to expand its innovative quantum dots technology for the medical sector and new markets.

SaferSpace aims to tackle workplace harassment with AI

In a move to tackle the rampant issue of sexual harassment and discrimination in the workplace, PR pro Ruth Sparkes and businesswoman Sunita Gordon have rolled out an AI chatbot within their new ‘SaferSpace’ app.

Deepagro at CES 2024

At CES 2024, Startup Magazine’s Anna Wood met with Deepagro, an AgriTech startup that is focused on integrating AI into agriculture.

Thema launches venture fund platform to invest and support emerging managers

Thema, the London-based, Pan European focused VC fund investor, has publicly launched its venture fund platform, to support and provide capital to first time fund managers to start their own venture capital business.

Detected secures $2.5M to pioneer business onboarding technology

UK and US-based fintech Detected has secured $2.5 million in its latest fundraising round, including investment from existing investors Thomson Reuters Ventures, Love Ventures, and powerful industry angels.

CEOs fear for future in pre-Davos survey as AI risks rise

Global executives are increasingly worried about the long-term viability of their businesses, a PricewaterhouseCoopers pre-Davos survey has shown, with pressures mounting from generative AI and climate disruption.

New research shows rising popularity of franchise business model in the UK

New research by Geek Retreat, the geek culture retailer, gaming café, community hub and events venue, shows that of the 15% of Brits who have set up their own business in the past ten years, 27% considered a franchise model. Some 19% now run a business which is part of a franchise group.

YellowScan at CES 2024

At CES 2024, Startup Magazine’s Deputy Editor Anna Wood met with YellowScan, a startup in the field of UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) mapping solutions, specialising in LiDAR technology.

Blue Monday: Professionals think employers should be doing more for workforce wellbeing

A recent survey conducted by the international recruitment firm, Robert Walters, has revealed that that 55% of professionals believe their employers should intensify efforts in supporting employee wellbeing.

UpFiner at CES 2024

Startup Magazine’s Anna Wood had the chance to speak with UpFiner at CES 2024, a French startup specialising in smart anti-theft and tracker devices.

Ta-da unveils the platform for collecting and annotating data via blockchain

Ta-da, a French startup developed by Vivoka, a player in voice recognition and offline AI, has unveiled its data collection platform.

TranscribeGlass at CES 2024

At CES 2024, Startups Magazine’s Anna Wood met with TranscribeGlass, who is building the world’s first all-day wearable subtitles for hearing loss, which affects nearly half a billion people.

Furbnow raises £950k to decarbonise 1 million homes by 2030

UK-based climate-tech startup Furbnow has secured a significant £950k pre-seed investment to revolutionise home decarbonisation.

Sidewalk Entertainment at CES 2024

At CES 2024, Startups Magazine’s Anna Wood speaks with Sidewalk Entertainment at CES 2024, an AI startup pushing the boundaries of content creation and interaction through real-time motion tracking AI technology.

Employers urged to turn Blue Monday into an opportunity for wellbeing support

Towergate Health & Protection is encouraging employers on Blue Monday to transform this typically negative day into a positive opportunity.

The Art of Networking: 5 Key Factors To Creating Connection

Networking is an art. It’s much more than simply handing out business cards like perfume samples at Bloomingdales. It is an art that transcends transactions, fosters friendships, creates collaborations and opens doors to opportunities.

Good mental health support is not just for Blue Monday

January is a pivotal month for many employees as they evaluate their life and career choices, often impacting their mental wellbeing. GRiD, the industry body for group risk, highlights that Blue Monday serves as a critical time for employers to show awareness and actively support their staff’s mental health.