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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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).
Zeotap has launched “Ada”, a new AI solution within its Customer Data Platform (CDP) designed to simplify marketer interactions.
New research shows that well over half (56%) of Brits working in the tech sector will take less than a week off over Christmas.
South Summit Brazil 2024, the leading meeting of the global entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystem co-organized by IE University and the Government of the State of Rio Grande do Sul, will extend the registration period for its Startup Competition until January 12th. In this third edition, the 50 finalist startups will be chosen and will compete to be the most innovative project.
When I heard I’d landed a role at a startup, I was excited. To go in as the head of marketing, working as part of the founding team, and to be part of an origin story… there was so much opportunity ahead.
Corporate Christmas rewards and recognition can go far in improving employee experience. It’s all about togetherness at this time of the year and keeping spirts high by rewarding people with new experiences and incentives that can be shared with family and friends will be much appreciated and valued.
The FinTech world is a vast ocean of innovation and Dmitrij Pruglo, CEO of Finyard, stands as a beacon of knowledge in this ever-changing landscape. This article is a voyage through the books and TED Talks that have shaped his understanding and vision in FinTech.
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 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, a player in global real-time payments, has announced a partnership with ekko, a fintech focused on embedded sustainability.
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.
London-based Fintech firm Vitt, specialising in cash management solutions for startups, has announced the introduction of Vitt Treasury. This new service aims to assist startups in diversifying and earning returns on their idle cash.
Dutch digital artist Jeroen van der Most has been confirmed as a keynote speaker for the second day of ISE 2024, set to take place from the 30th of January to the 2nd of February, 2024.
Helsinki Partners is now accepting applications for its acclaimed 90 Day Finn and Venture Nordics Programmes, offering opportunities for C-suite executives, international fund managers, and business owners seeking to expand their reach into Europe.
While the holiday season is a time for celebration and rest, the misconception business owners can completely relax during this period might be misleading. It’s essential to strike a balance between taking a break and ensuring your business operations continue smoothly.
