At Santander we’re committed to investing in the innovators of the future, connecting them with the right people to grow their business ideas. For the last 13 years we’ve run an annual entrepreneurship awards programme which is now recognised as one of the UK’s largest early-stage business pitching competitions.
Once they find a consistent and successful revenue stream, many small businesses ‘settle’ and become reluctant to look for new avenues to growth. While consistency is good, relying on one income stream comes with many risks –the Covid-19 pandemic is a prime example of how a business can become compromised overnight.
Stocks of WeWork, the once widely acclaimed office space-sharing company, has experienced a sharp decline after it raised “substantial doubt” about its future.
ShapesXR, a VR design and collaboration platform, has secured a $8.6 million Seed Round led by Supernode Global. Triptyq VC, Boost VC, Hartmann Capital, and Geek Ventures also participated in the round.
Ukrainian-Portuguese startup HotBall aims to reduce inequality and make entrepreneurial knowledge more affordable by launching an AI consultant that helps create a comprehensive business plan in minutes. The team believes that students, aspiring founders, and small businesses will benefit from this tool.
Plastics are super-versatile and an essential part of our everyday lives, yet even today they often end up being incinerated. A more sustainable plastics economy is needed. Global plastics specialist igus is pursuing this goal with its “chainge” recycling platform, which recycles used energy chains. Now igus has invested in the startup company cirplus to pursue the common vision of closing the plastics loop and initiating a revolution in the trade of technical and standard thermoplastic recyclate or recycled plastic stock.
The architecture, engineering and construction industry has undergone significant changes in recent years yet one major challenge they face is the slow and costly manufacture of large components as part of their installations. Enabling the industry to move faster and efficiently, SAEKI has today launched from stealth with a $2.3 million seed funding round to create fully automated plants with industrial robots using 3D technology to create anything from wings for aircraft to construction site installations.
A survey conducted by Open Energy Market of Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) at small businesses in the UK has shed light on a significant shift in the business landscape. CFOs are increasingly recognising the importance of sustainability projects and the positive impact they can have on both financial performance and long-term success.
Economic experts have warned of 5 years of lose economic growth and a 60% change of a recession due to being unprepared for geo-political tensions and socio-economic circumstances, according to the National Institute for Economic and Social Research (NIESR).
Successfully navigating the challenges of running a startup demands a collective effort. As a tight-knit team, you’ll often lean on one another for support to manage the inevitable ups and downs. But this pressure can take its toll on wellbeing.
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While it may seem wise to cut back on spending during a business cycle contraction, counterintuitive moves can prove to be the most profitable. During economically uncertain times, as a demand shock occurs and spending drops to a minimum, businesses tend to cut their budgets, especially their marketing expenditures.
John Russell, the former Managing Director of Harley-Davidson Europe, was once asked by a journalist, “How’s the motorcycle business going?”
Two entrepreneurs are excited to announce the launch of a new business and website, Warmable.co.uk.
Working in a startup is an exhilarating and challenging experience, filled with opportunities for growth and innovation. However, the dynamic and fast-paced nature of startup life can also have significant implications for one’s personal life, including their marriage.
Cherish PR, a Wilful Group company and one of the UK’s agencies for tech and innovation has announced the launch of its Communications Accelerator Programme to celebrate its 20th anniversary, which is now open for applications from scaleups from all over the globe until 31st October 2023.
Wellbeing issues severely or significantly compromise the ability to function at work for over a quarter (26.4%) of overseas employees with wellbeing concerns, according to data released today by Towergate Health & Protection.
Machine learning helped Waseem Alshikh plough through textbooks in college. Now he’s putting generative AI to work, creating content for hundreds of companies.
Frankfurt listed, German Fintech player, The NAGA Group A.G., operator of the All-in-One Financial Super App, has announced a partnership with Rezolve AI Limited.
