Big names added to Ireland’s largest tech event, now in its 7th year

Dublin Tech Summit (DTS) has announced the first round of speakers on the back of its official launch. The event, which takes place at the RDS in Dublin on May 31 and June 1, 2023, is now in its 7th year. Dublin Tech Summit 2023 is set to be the biggest Irish tech conference yet, featuring over 8,000 attendees and hundreds of speakers from all over the world. It will bring together the brightest tech innovators, influencers and entrepreneurs globally, highlighting the capabilities and creativity that form the global tech ecosystem, whilst addressing the many challenges facing the industry.

María Benjumea to take South Summit to Asia and the USA after the success of the second edition in Brazil

Innovation has no borders and South Summit, co-organised by IE University, is a great example of this. More than 32,000 startups from 175 different countries, 7 of them unicorns, have passed through its ten editions, generating more than 10.19 billion in revenue and nearly 48,000 jobs. With these excellent figures, and after the good experience of South Summit in Brazil in its second edition, María Benjumea, president and founder of South Summit, has announced that the next objective of South Summit will be its international expansion to Asia and the United States.

Meet our top UK speakers at SOUTH SUMMIT

South Summit, co-organised by IE University, will have exceptional protagonists from UK in this year’s edition. John Elkington, founder board member and chief pollinator of Volans; Alec Oxenford, co-founder of Alpha Capital; Charlie Harris, COO of Octopus Hydrogen; Pierre Yves-Paslier, Co-founder and Co-CEO of Notpla and Anton Soulier, Founder and CEO of Taster. At South Summit Madrid they will share their concerns and experiences on entrepreneurship.

BUSINESSES AND BUDDING ENTREPRENEURS INVITED TO ATTEND THE 2023 GREATER MANCHESTER BUSINESS FAIR

Companies from across the region are being invited to take part in the Greater Manchester Business Fair when it returns to AJ Bell Stadium on Thursday 6th July 2023 from 10.30am-3.00pm.

How SMEs can achieve net zero in the absence of government support

At the end of March, the government announced its ‘powering up Britain’ strategy or, in other words, a net zero plan intended to boost energy security and reduce harmful emissions amid pressure from environmental groups and intergovernmental bodies.

10 tips for entrepreneurs to save money

Entrepreneurship is a rewarding and fulfilling journey, but it can also be financially challenging. As an entrepreneur, you have to be mindful of your spending habits to ensure that you have enough capital to grow and sustain your business.

Energy Dome closes €40 million Series B financing round

Energy Dome, the company behind the CO2 Battery, the long-duration energy storage solution, announced it has closed a €40 million (circa $44 million) Series B funding round.

UK professionals delighted with triple bank holidays in May

As we approach an unprecedented period with three bank holiday Mondays and a Coronation this May, 76.4% of UK workers are content with a bumper month and won’t be taking any extra leave.

Upstream 2023: Connect, grow, transform.

Upstream 2023, the must-attend annual event that brings together all those contributing to a future-proof economy, will take place in Rotterdam from May 23rd to May 25th, 2023.

Growing a business during tough economic times

Inflation, cost-cutting and talk of a potential recession are taking a toll on businesses of all sizes. But is it possible for a business to not just survive, but even grow in these conditions?

Staying ahead of the curve with access to innovative solutions
This article is part 2 of 4 in the series Keeping it in the startup community

In the first part of our four-part series, we discussed how buying from other startups can lead to cost-saving benefits.

In this second instalment, we will again hand over to Sam Parry, Founder of Ensemble, to explore how engaging with fellow startups can provide access to cutting-edge solutions, often delivering a competitive advantage. Contributions from Chris Priebe, angel investor & founder/CEO of HR tech platform Zelt.

Rotterdam: a ‘rising star’ within the European innovation ecosystem

From May 23 to 25, the Rotterdam Metropolitan Area will transform into a hotbed for talent, capital, and growth. Over forty partners, three full days, and one shared mission. Upstream 2023 is the international tech festival dedicated to a future-proof economy. It is the place to be for any startup or scale-up looking to increase business and impact in a sustainable way. The annual festival is a co-creation of the Dutch innovation community, international corporations, and investors. As the three-day agenda is packed with close to fifty city events, Upstream 2023 offers a unique chance to connect with inspiring entrepreneurs, daring investors, and bold change makers. The past three editions attracted over 2.000 attendees from across the globe.

Forget Silicon Valley – Poland is Europe’s emerging tech epicentre

From London to Los Angeles, Beijing to Bangalore, there are a multitude of locations that are established as hives of tech activity that are hubs for innovation across IT.

How the rise in digital health will prove a powerful flywheel for the sector

Over recent weeks, the Government has announced several new strategies, including the International Technology Strategy and an AI white paper.

10 Latvian startups to watch

This week, more than 200 investors are congregating at TechChill – one of the biggest Baltic startup conferences taking place in Riga, April 26-28. The region, which includes Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania and is often referred to as a unicorn factory, has long been punching above its weight on the global stage and is home to such success stories as Wise, Vinted, Printful, and 10 other unicorns to date. As well as a sizable herd of centaurs, soonicorns, and other mythical beasts.

Six latest trends and predictions in CRM 2.0

CRM is vital for businesses to build and maintain strong customer relationships, increase sales, and remain competitive. It enables businesses to make data-driven decisions, personalise customer interactions, and provide an exceptional customer experience.

5 steps for successfully building a remote team for your startup

Remote work might not be anything new, but it has become almost necessary over the last few years. Roughly 56% of organisations offer or “only hire” remote workers. For a good reason.

How to help your team manage stress to stay productive

Managing your employees’ stress levels is crucial for ensuring a productive and healthy workplace environment. Employee stress is a common issue that affects job satisfaction, motivation and overall productivity.

What can climate and environmental startups do to maximise growth and investment?

At Growth Studio, we help startups focused on improving planet health, succeed, grow, and attract investment. Indeed, it’s fundamental to our own success that our startup community secure motivated investors. And our most recent Breathable Cities programme for clean air startups is no exception. 

The ADHD-marketing connection: how neurodiversity drives success in the industry

A recent study conducted by Go Amplify found that a high percentage of marketers have a Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) diagnosis.