In a world grappling with overconsumption and cost-of-living pressures, ivault is pioneering a solution that puts a planet-friendly lifestyle in the palm of your hand. The blockchain-based app is set to redefine the sharing economy, making it easier and more rewarding to share what we already have rather than buying new.
x+why, a flexible workspace specialist has partnered with Barclays to launch two new Eagle Labs, with a combined mission to support local entrepreneurs and ambitious startups to connect, innovate and grow. The new locations include the first Barclays Eagle Labs in London, based in Chiswick, as well as a new business incubator space in Birmingham.
Startups are a crucial component of the UK economy, playing a significant role in furthering innovation and driving growth. The UK’s tech sector was recently valued at nearly $1 trillion, making it the third largest globally, behind only the US and China. However, 2023 has come with challenges and this has led to a sharp drop in investment, only raising $14 billion, compared to the $31 billion in 2022.
Munro Vehicles (Munro), a manufacturer of all-electric 4x4s, and Scotland’s only volume production car company, has announced an equity crowdfunding round and revealed details of design and technical enhancements for its all-electric 4×4 Series-M Pick-Up and Series-M Truck models, driven by extensive field trials of, and customer feedback on, the Munro MK_1 pre-production model.
British smart home energy technology manufacturer, myenergi, has secured an investment of £30 million to support significant future growth and internationalisation from Energy Impact Partners (EIP). This follows on from the £30 million debt finance myenergi secured from HSBC earlier this year to further fuel its expansion.
A hygienically clean environment is what everyone wants, which is why cleaning services are an important and yet often underestimated service in our society. It ensures wellbeing, health, and safety in various areas such as hospitals, hotels, restaurants, offices, schools, etc. However, cleaning is also a complex and demanding service, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic and to prevent and defend against future pandemics.
Attracting and retaining travellers has become a critical task, and traditional marketing strategies are no longer sufficient. Increasing digitalisation and personalisation of services are setting the tone for the future of a fast-evolving industry. Data collected by Northstar suggests that by 2023, 40% of travellers who use technology to plan their trips will use automated suggestions based on their data to choose their destinations.
In today’s dynamic business landscape, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) are the unsung heroes driving economic growth and innovation. Yet, these agile entities often face notable challenges, from accessing finance to streamlining operations. Enter embedded banking, a revolutionary concept poised to empower SMEs like never before.
Year after year, a new cohort of fresh graduates enter the job market, seeking to put their newly found skills and knowledge to good use. As a startup, you may be sceptical of hiring fresh graduates straight out of university. Perhaps you feel like they don’t have enough experience. Or you don’t have the time and resources to properly train graduates.










