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, 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, 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.
Five percent of leadership positions in the technology industry are held by women, and only 23% of people working in STEM roles in the UK are female.
Dexory, a company in AI and robotics innovation, has partnered with ID Logistics as part of the ID Logistics’ ASTRID initiative, introducing Autonomous Stock Taking Robots designed for rapid inventory management.
South Summit Madrid, the leading international meeting for the entrepreneurial and innovative ecosystem, is extending the deadline to register for its Startup Competition until February 23rd. Startups interested in participating, regardless of their size, origin and sector, can register.
In the world of innovation, some of the most remarkable creations are born from personal experiences.
Meet Aphra Hallam, a recent Industrial Design and Technology graduate from Brunel University, whose innovative design, the Zera Cooling Crescent, has the potential to transform the lives of women globally.
Fiverr, the platform revolutionising the collaboration landscape, has unveiled its Winter Product Release, marking the first of its significant updates in 2024.
AstroLabs Celebrates Expanding 600 High-Growth Businesses to Saudi Arabia at the ‘600 Forward’ Event
In a landmark celebration, AstroLabs marked a new milestone by announcing the expansion of 600 high-growth businesses into Saudi Arabia, a significant stride towards bolstering the Kingdom’s economic landscape. The milestone event, titled “600 Forward: Celebrating Saudi Arabia’s Pillars of Economic Growth,” was hosted at the AstroLabs Terrace in Riyadh, symbolizing a pivotal chapter in Saudi Arabia’s journey toward economic diversification and growth. The event gathered 300+ of Saudi’s key leaders across the government sector, international corporations, consultancies, and local businesses, that are at the forefront of the Kingdom’s development.
An endometriosis diagnosis, eighteen years in the making, led Founder and CEO of Frendo, Dearbhail Ormond, to embark on a journey of discovery that, ultimately, led to her transforming the lives of women worldwide.
Vanta, the trust management platform, has announced several growth, product and partner milestones showcasing the company’s continued acceleration as the platform of choice pioneering the next generation of Governance, Risk, and Compliance capabilities.
In the increasingly competitive world of immersive technology, a small island with big dreams is hoping to lure the innovators of tomorrow with a Test Before You Invest incentive scheme.
In late 2023, stark findings from a survey commissioned by the Chartered Institute of Personal Development (CIPD) found that sick leave hit a 10-year high in the UK and stress was reported as the biggest contributor.
Volt, a global platform for real-time payments, has entered into a strategic alliance with Bumper, a specialised payment solution for car dealerships, to exploit the advantages of open banking and instantaneous transactions, enabling customers to seamlessly pay for car deposits, maintenance, components, servicing, and even complete vehicle purchases.
Every year, Scots around the world gather to celebrate Burns’ Night. The night, which commemorates the birth of Robert Burns, Scotland’s greatest poet, is a chance to celebrate the country’s extraordinary heritage.
Fast-growth startups often share a range of traits when it comes to organisation and culture: time pressures and deadlines, team members taking on multiple roles and prioritising revenue-only activities.
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.
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.
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.
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.
