UK CTOs’ primary concerns include cybersecurity and AI

UK Chief Technology Officers (CTOs) believe that cybersecurity and data breach vulnerabilities are most likely to keep them awake at night, according to new research from curated developer marketplace platform Deazy.

Zoho Announces Continued Growth and Expanded Ecosystem

Zoho, a global technology company, has announced that the Zoho Finance Platform has achieved a 35% increase in new customers in the UK. The company also made a significant expansion to its Finance Platform with 230+ extensions in Zoho Marketplace, and a dedicated developer portal.

Scene to Acquire Nexo Science in EMEA

Scene, a London-founded recruitment and growth consultancy, has announced the acquisition of Nexo Science, a talent acquisition and advisory company for BioHealth and MedTech companies based in Switzerland.

Over three quarters of Gen Alpha kids aspire to be their own boss

Generation Alpha, spanning from 2010 to 2025, anticipates a world that is more interconnected and seamless, potentially reshaping local communities, their governance, and economic structures.

9 in 10 CTOs believe technical debt to be their biggest challenge
9 in 10 CTOs believe technical debt to be their biggest challenge

Recent research by STX Next reveals that 91% of Chief Technology Officers (CTOs) consider technical debt their principal challenge as they head into 2024.

New research finds scaleups held back by growth funding gap

The Venture Capital Trust Association (VCTA) released a new report, offering insights into the challenges, limitations, and prospects for the UK’s most promising scaleups.

6 cool examples of artificial intelligence use in business
6 cool examples of artificial intelligence use in business

Artificial intelligence is one of those technologies that always seemed to lurk somewhere just over the horizon, promising much but perennially underdelivering. In the blink of an eye all that changed.

NASA-inspired DIY educational space rover kit

Geek Club and CircuitMess have launched a Kickstarter campaign for their space exploration-themed project, aimed at educating individuals aged eleven and older about engineering, AI, and coding.

Gartner predicts Cloud will drive $1.1T IT spend across Europe

Gartner has forecasted that IT spending will reach $1.1 trillion in 2024, driven by investments in Cloud security and Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS). This is expected to result in an increase in overall expenditure on IT services across Europe.

Stockoss secures €4m seed funding to modernise warehousing

Stockoss, a Paris-based logistics technology startup, has raised €4m in seed funding led by London-based VC Pi Labs.

Immersive language-learning platform for students in the UK

GoStudent launches GoStudent VR in the UK – an immersive, tutor-led, VR language learning platform that is set to transform how students engage with new languages.

Six ways payment orchestration boosts ROI for businesses

When the average business uses two to three payment providers, it’s no surprise they aren’t getting the best ROI from their payments.

Glox Therapeutics secures £4.3M seed funding

Glox Therapeutics, a firm creating precision antibiotic therapies from natural bacteriocins, has secured £4.3 million in seed funding.

Help for British SMEs leading the way on net zero air travel

British aerospace SMEs are poised to benefit from a new funding programme announced by the Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI).

Older entrepreneurs are leading the way in tech breakthroughs

In the dynamic world of entrepreneurship, a notable shift has emerged: the rise of entrepreneurs over the age of 50. This demographic, often overlooked in the youth-centric tech industry, is proving to be a formidable force, bringing a wealth of experience, resilience, and innovation to the startup ecosystem.

Revolutionising mental health care for youth

Lisa Franke, Founder, and CEO of Maxim VR, shares her compelling journey of breaking free with a young child from an abusive relationship and her unwavering commitment to building a nurturing virtual environment, blending VR, AI, and Peer-to-Peer support for children and teens struggling with mental health challenges.

Think you’ve finished preparing for Black Friday? Five more things to ensure you get it right

As brand founders, you are well aware of the importance of Black Friday in your annual marketing strategy. You, as the torchbearers of your brands, are already in the thick of prepping for this retail marathon. It’s more than just a day; it’s a month-long carnival of commerce.

4 Key Changes to Consider if Your Startup is Enjoying a Hypergrowth Phase

Hypergrowth, a term that’s as exhilarating as it is daunting for founders, is a phase that a select few startups experience. It’s that impressive period where everything you’ve planned, pitched, and pivoted towards starts to materialise at an almost overwhelming pace.

11 online business ideas with low startup costs

Many budding entrepreneurs give up on their dreams because of the high startup costs. The good news is that you can launch many businesses with little money. All you need is perseverance, consistency, and hard work. Here are 11 ideas with low costs that can breathe life into your entrepreneurial dream.

Wise shows resilience in spite of the economy and pricing changes

London-based unicorn Wise, who are a big player in the modern money transfer market, have amassed a market cap of around £7 billion. The startup is continually proving to be a very financially healthy and profitable company that caught wind of the fintech movement.