4 Strategies to Secure Funding for Early-Stage SaaS Startups

Securing funds in the early stages is often challenging for startups. Hundreds of startups are on a similar journey. In a bustling ecosystem of software technology where SaaS startups are sprouting, it can be tough to seek venture capital, get a loan, find angel investors, or even bootstrap.

How Third-Party Fulfilment Can Amplify Your Brand without Diluting Its Essence

Congratulations. If you’re reading this, you’ve embarked on an exhilarating journey in the dynamic world of startups. Just like that passion-fuelled late-night brainstorming session that led to your venture, the path to perfecting your e-commerce logistics can be filled with ‘Eureka!’ moments and challenges that test your mettle.

5 Ways to Save Money More Efficiently

Managing your finances better is a great habit to get into and can have important long-term implications. The ability to save can help you in emergency situations, help you afford a big expense in the future, and can even help you secure a loan or mortgage. Here are 5 key ways to start saving money better.

75% of Creative Leaders See Generative AI as Vital in Their Toolkit

Canva, the all-in-one visual communication platform, has released new insights from more than 4,000 marketing and creative leaders on their attitudes towards generative AI.

Uni of Oxford and OpenOcean Unveil AI-Powered Startup Ecosystem Mapping Platform

Saïd Business School at The University of Oxford and OpenOcean, a European venture capital firm, have released O3, the world’s most accurate open-access startup insights platform.

The Email Marketing Deception: Unmasking the Deliverability Mirage

Get ready to have your email marketing world turned upside down because we’re about to expose the shocking truth that’s been hiding behind the scenes! Email marketing tools have been dazzling us with their CRM services, segmentation sorcery, and user-friendly templates, all while making one audacious claim: “amazing deliverability.”

Rise of Engagement-Based Filtering: Deciphering the Email Deliverability Landscape

In the ever-evolving world of email deliverability, a seismic shift is underway. Inbox providers are rewriting the rules, and the key to landing in the inbox now hinges on something far more dynamic than ever before: recipient engagement.

Could the Great Return refuel employee creativity?

While remote working offers many business benefits, chances are that improved creativity isn’t one of them. Remote work, by its nature, leads to reduced connections in a business.

Digitalised 3D collection comes to life, championing sustainability at London Fashion Week

Acer has announced a collaboration with renowned designer Jenn Lee to digitalise this year’s collection and bring it to life at London Fashion Week 2023.

Auctionet opts for Brite to power instant A2A payments

Brite Payments, a pioneer in instant bank payments and one of Sweden’s fastest-growing fintechs, announces that it has partnered with Auctionet to provide its users with seamless, instant account-to-account (A2A) payments.

Building better supply chains with online B2B marketplaces

Managing your supply chain, sourcing new products, engaging and building relationships with international suppliers can be a hugely time-intensive part of running a small business – and is only one cog in the overall machine.

Fipto raises €15M to transform payments market using blockchain

French Treasury Management fintech has raised €15 million in seed funding that it will use to accelerate its platform that enables companies to manage their corporate treasury and make international payments in fiat and digital currencies using blockchain technology.

Low Carbon Innovation Fund 2 invests in carbon reduction platform SKOOT

Turquoise, the UK merchant bank specialising in energy, environment and efficiency, has announced a follow-on investment by Low Carbon Innovation Fund 2 (LCIF2) in SKOOT ECO GROUP. This forms part of a £1.1 million capital raising round for the startup which will fuel SKOOT’s growth as it also announces its first one million trees planted.

Microsoft’s Chief Security Advisor for Europe to appear at Wales Tech Week 2023

Chief Security Advisor for Europe and Board Advisor at Microsoft Sarah Armstrong-Smith will be sharing her insights on cyber security as a panellist at Wales Tech Week in October, it has been announced.

Tech Barcelona announces Partnership with G-P

Tech Barcelona, the independent and non-profit association that works to consolidate Barcelona as a technological and digital hub of international reference, has announced its partnership with G-P (Globalization Partners) a player in the global employment industry, known for setting the standard in global employment compliance.

First AML partners with Mercia to enhance anti-money laundering compliance

First AML, the global scaleup which streamlines the entire anti-money laundering (AML) onboarding and compliance process, has announced a new partnership with Mercia Group LTD, a provider of CPD training, assessments, compliance and marketing services to the UK&I accountancy profession.

Experts reveal top ten guide on how to exit a business

With the current rises in inflation and an upcoming general election potentially accelerating business owners to sell up or end their involvement with their company, business owners should be more considerate about their exit planning than ever before.

BetaDen tech accelerator enters new era

BetaDen, Worcestershire’s first technology accelerator, is welcoming eight new early-stage businesses into its programme from September 2023.

Government supports over 100,000 small firms

A government backed loan scheme created to help entrepreneurs start and scale up their business has now provided over £1 billion of funding to over 100,000 businesses.

Small businesses are owed £27k in late payments on average

Small and medium sized businesses (SMBs) are currently owed an average of £27,214 in late payments, according to new research from Intuit QuickBooks, as SMBs estimate one in six invoices (17%) with customers or suppliers are overdue.