Creating responsible business operations in a time of ESG

At a time when we find ourselves in the middle of a climate emergency as well as the ever-looming net-zero targets on the not-too-distant horizon, it is no wonder that environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations have skyrocketed to the top of the agenda for boards around the world.

Lilium successfully arranges $192 million capital raise

Lilium, developer of the first all-electric vertical take-off and landing jet, has successfully arranged a capital raise for a total amount of $192 million.

Diversity and Inclusion in Startups: Lessons Learnt from Academia

As a university professor and CEO of an EdTech company, I have experienced first-hand various challenges of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the two sectors. While systemic issues persist, there are opportunities for individual companies to adopt best practices. Here are three tips for startups.

Natural language processing for business: a practical guide

ChatGPT is receiving an estimated 96 million visitors per month. According to Statista, in business applications the AI-powered chatbot is most commonly used by technical and educational organisations.

Brite Payments appoints new COO and CFO

Signalling that it has entered the next phase in its rapid growth, Brite Payments has announced the appointment of Alexander Kassai as Chief Operating Officer and Fredrik Strömqvist as Chief Financial Officer.

A Q&A with CEO of Penpot

Penpot is an open source design and prototyping platform for product teams. Startups got the chance to conduct a Q&A with CEO Pablo Ruiz-Múzquiz.

Octopus Group launches Springboard to accelerate new businesses

Octopus Group, a group of entrepreneurs and investors backing the people, ideas and industries that will change the world, has announced the launch of Springboard, a programme aimed at creating and accelerating new businesses across the UK and Europe that will help to solve society’s biggest problems.

How management training is helping drive UK’s small business growth

The government’s Help to Grow: Management course is helping SMEs up and down the UK to drive growth by supporting them to develop management skills and resilience to future shocks.

Carly officially launches in the UK
Carly officially launches in the UK

Carly, the CarTech company that directly connects drivers with their car’s under-the bonnet data, has launched their hotly anticipated Universal Onboard Diagnostic Scanner in the UK, following significant success and over two million users across Europe and the US.

Seraphim Space Accelerator Opens Applications for Mission 12

Seraphim Space, known as Generation Space in the US, which runs the dedicated accelerator for global startups in the SpaceTech industry, has opened its applications for its 12th cohort (Mission 12).

Identity platform Bureau signs off $16.5m series A round

As businesses around the world expand and grow, they seek to understand who their customers are and if they can trust them.

The future looks bleak for UK SMEs

A new report has revealed that more than a quarter (26%) of small business owners in the UK believe that they will be forced to cease trading if the outlook for their business does not improve – a potentially detrimental blow to the UK economy.

UK Prime Minister unveils Business Council

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has launched a new Business Council to fuel economic growth and make the UK a leading hub to do business.

The Hustle Awards this week

The startups event of the year is back! Taking place this Thursday, 20th July, at the Steel Yard, The Hustle Awards are not to be missed.

Fatal preservation: the startup on a mission to preserve memories

Startups are at the heart of innovation and breathe new life into the tech ecosystem, but some startups require death for their service to work.

RideTandem raises £2.3m to keep fighting transport poverty

RideTandem, a mobility-as-a-service startup providing sustainable transport for all, has raised £2.3 million in new funding.

What do flexible working laws mean for bosses?

After the Flexible Working Bill passed through the final stages of the House of Lords, an employee engagement expert has called on employers to embrace better flexible working practices.

One Young World announces 2023 entrepreneur of the year

One Young World, the global community for young leaders, has announced the winners of its global Entrepreneur of the Year Award, this year supported by TFG Asset Management.

Why black representation matters

Take the time to do some research, and you can quickly find the names of 50 leading UK-based black tech entrepreneurs, all highly respected and the powerhouses behind successful businesses.

Employers urged to introduce support for carers

With the Carer’s Leave Bill receiving Royal Assent and due to become law in 2024, the Government has recognised the number of working carers who need support. Towergate Health & Protection is urging employers to act now to ensure they can deliver the changes and provide the necessary support for their employees who are carers.