WeWork Introduces 2023 Year in Review

In a revealing 2023 Year in Review, WeWork has shared intriguing insights into modern workplace habits, drawing from its extensive global community of over half a million members.

Sustainability for startups from day zero

In the United Kingdom, across Europe, and around the world, record numbers of founders are entering the market to build their own technologies and businesses.

Meaningful climate action – how can SMEs make a difference?

It can be difficult for small and medium-sized enterprises to feel like they can contribute towards creating a more sustainable future for the UK. There are multiple factors that play into this – but a lack of knowledge on how to take meaningful climate action is a recurring problem.

Is your checkout process capping Christmas cheer?

Despite fears over tightened belts, Christmas spending is looking healthy – more than healthy, according to a report released last month by Adobe Analytics. It’s expected that UK shoppers will spend £24.1 billion online between November 1st and December 31st, up from £23.5 billion last year.

How AWS is supporting female tech entrepreneurs

In an enlightening discussion with Sam Edge, Global Head of FinTech Business Development, Startups and Venture Capital at Amazon Web Services (AWS), Startups Magazine delves into how AWS is fostering growth and support for female founders in the technology sector.

Scentient: increasing VR immersion with smell

Smell has the power to invoke memories, arouse emotion, and alert our evolutionary instincts to warn us of danger. Such a sense, therefore, has real potential to tap into something very tangible for consumers. Yet, during the virtual reality (VR) craze that has come over the consumer and even business market, smell has remained largely untapped. We’ve, for instance, heard fuss about a VR treadmill to incorporate further immersion into the realm, but not seen the same for smell… until now.

Whering the full range of your wardrobe

Fashion and its supply chain is the third largest polluting industry. It emits 10% of global greenhouse gas emissions, releasing 1.2 billion tonnes of carbon dioxide per year, more than the shipping and aviation industry combined. Yet unlike say the oil industry, fashion is one sphere where consumers can exercise a greater level of control in their interactions with it. Whering was created to highlight that control.

Britain’s tech startups choosing NYC over London for growth funding. What needs to change?

The largest tech IPO for the past two years was British chip designer, Arm, but its listing wasn’t in London’s City. Instead, the tech innovator listed on New York’s Nasdaq exchange.

Why women must play an equal role in building the Metaverse

We are at the beginning of a technological renaissance that will see many of us shifting away from the limitations of a 2D screen and moving into a 3D world. Immersive technology is here, and it will change all of our lives, just like the internet did 20 years ago. This is the concept of Metaverse and virtual and augmented reality (VR and AR).

Electric scooter startup Bird files for bankruptcy

Bird, the startup focusing on eco-friendly electric transportation, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. In a press release, the company “announced its entry into a financial restructuring process aimed at strengthening its balance sheet and better positioning the company for long-term, sustainable growth.”

User Experience and Brand Identity

User experience (UX) is the sum total of how individuals interact with a company’s products or services. It encompasses every aspect of the end user’s interaction, aiming to provide positive experiences that keep a user loyal to the product or brand. Good UX is often synonymous with efficiency, ease of use, and overall satisfaction in the interaction process.

Multinational employers must look to Global Benefits Management for 2024

Multinational companies must navigate a unique set of challenges and, as 2024 approaches, Global Benefits Management becomes essential to support both employees and the business, according to Towergate Health & Protection.

Breaking stereotypes: a reality check and a glimpse into the future

In recent years, the tech industry has experienced unprecedented growth and transformation. According to data from Companies House, there are almost double the number of new tech firms now compared to pre-pandemic. The sector is synonymous with innovation, disruption, and boundless possibilities, however, beneath the glossy surface, a pertinent question emerges: Have women really been given an accurate portrayal of what it’s truly like to have a career in technology?

Trends that will define retail in 2024

In 2024, retailers will be prioritising consumer preferences, including leveraging mobile as a primary touchpoint and implementing subscription models and loyalty schemes to help customers pay for goods. Here are my 2024 predictions for how these strategies will shape next year’s shopping habits.

Why the ‘Art of Hospitality’ is Something all Startups Need to Know

As Hospitality is back centre stage during the festive season, we’re reminded more and more of the power of great customer service and how this can delight us, and likewise of the disappointment of terrible service that leaves us feeling let down.

The single most important strategy to protect your insurance firm from marketing failure

Businesses are increasingly having to do more with less, and with continued economic uncertainty affecting nearly every sector, firms and consumers alike are more cost-conscious than ever.

Deep Science Ventures and Parkinson’s UK Forge New Pathways in Parkinson’s Therapeutics

In a landmark collaboration that marries scientific prowess with an unwavering dedication to improving patient lives, Deep Science Ventures (DSV), an avant-garde venture creator headquartered in London, has announced a pioneering partnership with Parkinson’s UK, the charity driving better care, treatments, and quality of life for those affected by Parkinson’s.

Maven VCTs lead £3.7m funding round for Metrion Biosciences

Maven Capital Partners, a prominent investor in the UK’s SME sector, has spearheaded a £3.7 million investment in Cambridge-based Metrion Biosciences (“Metrion”), a top contract research organisation (CRO).

Volt and ekko Team Up for Real-Time Ocean Plastic Removal Tracking

Volt, a player in global real-time payments, has announced a partnership with ekko, a fintech focused on embedded sustainability.

eMobility Expo World Congress 2024 seeks startups in sustainable mobility

The eMobility Expo World Congress 2024, set to take place in Valencia, Spain, from the 13th to the 15th February, will feature the eMobility Startup Forum.