Xero, the global small business platform, has opened applications for its inaugural Xero Beautiful Business Fund, designed to celebrate small businesses and help accelerate their growth. The initiative is now open for submissions with more than £360,000 in funding available globally.
Robotics startup, Karakuri, that had previously attracted millions in investment from Ocado and had reached a funding high of £13 million, has been sold for just £350,000.
In an era of unparalleled technological advancement, the intersection of medicine and technology has given rise to a new wave of innovation in the healthcare industry. Medtech startups, with groundbreaking ideas and cutting-edge solutions, are leading the charge in transforming patient care, diagnosis, treatment, and overall healthcare experiences.
Towergate Health & Protection has released details from one of its employee assistance programme (EAP) providers, which show an increasing demand for information and advice, not just mental health counselling, when it comes to supporting overall employee health and wellbeing.
UK-based startup Borderless has announced £2.5 million in seed funding in a round led by Backed VC with participation from Tiny VC and prominent angel investors including Charlie Songhurst and Chris Mairs.
Many charities rely on the support of generous businesses, giving companies the chance to contribute to philanthropic causes. Not only does this help the charity but can also have huge benefits for your business.
EMO Hannover 2023 from September 18 to 23 will once again feature a large Startup Area on Stand E34 in Hall 9, presented jointly by the EMO organiser VDW (German Machine Tool Builders’ Association) and the VDMA Startup Machine.
London’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are increasing their tech budgets, allocating over half of their annual revenue to technology investments, according to a report by Barclays.
The digital revolution has brought incredible opportunities, but it has also exposed us to increasing cyber threats. Cyber-attacks are on the rise globally, with an alarming 60% of European SMEs closing within six months of an attack due to the financial losses they cannot afford.
Venture capital fundraising is experiencing a troubling downturn, hitting a nine-year low, as revealed by the State of European Tech report (2022). Over 80% of respondents who took part in the study believe that raising venture capital has become substantially more challenging than it was just a year ago – the most significant change in sentiment recorded in the past half-decade.
As the world becomes more interconnected, entrepreneurs and inventors face unique challenges in bringing their products to market. From ideation to manufacturing to marketing and beyond, the process can be daunting and complex. Anglia Unicorn has been set up to assist you in overcoming these challenges by offering end-to-end technical support to help turn your vision into a reality. Whether you need support for the whole journey to market, or just with specific challenges, we are here for you.
Everest Assets Group (EAG) has launched a £5 million growth fund to empower a new generation of cybersecurity and IT scaleups.
In the vast ocean of startups, each venture is a vessel navigating treacherous waters, aiming to reach the promised land of business success. But how does one ensure they’re on the right course? How does one command attention in a sea teeming with competition?
On 28th August, Scottish fintech Know-it, led by CEO and Founder Lynne Darcey Quigley, will embark on the 2023 UK Fintech Trade Mission to Australia’s Intersekt Festival.
A new report from Rimm Sustainability reveals an impressive level of commitment to sustainability practices amongst UK SMEs.
SOLASTA Bio, a UK agritech specialising in the next generation of green insecticides, has appointed industry veteran Paula Pinto as Chief Strategy Officer to head up its US operations that will be based in North Carolina.
The UK Government has announced it will be spending £100 million to accelerate its positioning within the global race to produce computer chips that will be used to power artificial intelligence (AI).
Every entrepreneurs’ success story is unique and the lessons that they’ve learnt along the way have shaped their trajectory. To celebrate World Entrepreneurs’ Day, we’ve collated advice and anecdotes from global technology leaders on what they’ve learnt in their journey to success. Below, you’ll hear from six leaders from Slack, Glovo, Shopify and more.
In times of economic uncertainty, female-led businesses can be particularly vulnerable. A lack of awareness of the funding options available and a reluctance to take on debt, coupled with the impact of the lending gap, makes it harder for female founders to secure funding to increase working capital or seek growth in turbulent times.
Continuous price rises on necessities, swiftly evolving ways of working, and geopolitical conflict have many members of the workforce struggling with mental health. Employers are uniquely positioned to support employee wellbeing—employees spend the majority of their waking hours at work during the week, and 70% trust their organisations to provide them with help in times of need.
