Cloud Expo 2023: Closing the Skills Gap

I won’t lie, and say that I was very nervous leading up to my own one hour seminar with Matt Mower from The Art of Navigation, discussing the ups, downs and sideways of starting, investing in, and running a startup.

Virgin Media O2 offers three months of free Voom Fibre business broadband, with all-new Spring Savings deal

From now until 31st March, new and current Virgin Media O2 small business customers eligible for contract renewal can enjoy 3 months of free Voom Fibre business broadband on all Solus, Bundle and Volt packages on a minimum 24-month contract.

Tony Barnes announced as co-founder of metaverse studio, Karta

Karta, a fast-growing metaverse studio pioneering the world of in-game experiential marketing for musicians, brands and sports teams, has announced ex-Virgin EMI Records senior director and music industry veteran Tony Barnes as its co-founder.

54% of employers now more concerned about employee mental health

Research released today by Towergate Health & Protection reveals the changing concerns of employers in today’s world.

Managing small business finances in an economic downturn

Last year, the global economic discourse was dominated by inflation. Prices for goods, services, staff and raw materials all shot up, while a spike in interest rates made borrowing more expensive.

Google’s Black startup fund

Recently, Google unveiled a new fund of $4 million to support Black entrepreneurs across the EMEA region.

Five Tips to Optimise Your DevOps Processes for Both Speed and Security

As a methodology, DevOps emphasizes collaboration and communication between development and operations teams, with the goal of delivering software quickly and iteratively.

Flexible payment options are vital in boosting eCommerce sales

With the cost-of-living crisis putting pressure on household incomes, the need for flexible payment options has never been more urgent, as customers seek alternative ways to pay for those all-important purchases.

How expert marketplace sellers can help you protect your brand

From startups just beginning to find a route to market, to well-established businesses with multiple product lines, branding is one of the most important assets a company has.

The Watercooler 2023: Drawing the roadmap for shifting workplace culture

On 25th and 26th April 2023 at ExCel London, The Watercooler will return for its second year to challenge the status quo and focus on the future of workplace wellbeing, HR, mental health, and employee culture. A free-to-attend two-day event, it will offer access to over 100+ speakers, conferences, workshop sessions, networking opportunities and a vibrant exhibition space showcasing leaders in workplace culture.

The benefits of being shortlisted!

Being shortlisted offers tremendous benefits to your business, so if ‘not’ winning phases you, stop right there. Let us tell you what being shortlisted can do for your business!

Saudi Financial Academy and AstroLabs Partner to Launch Future-forward Fintech Bootcamp

The Saudi Financial Academy and AstroLabs have come together to offer a future-forward data for fintech training program aimed at inspiring the next generation of fintech pioneers in Saudi Arabia. Taking place in May 2023, the program will provide young, ambitious individuals with an opportunity to immerse themselves in a five-week bootcamp exploring data technologies, AI-powered technologies, data analytics, as well as business & prototype development.

The major international players in AI gather in Montréal

Now in its fifth year, World Summit AI Americas will return to Montréal on 19th and 20th April 2023 and once again bring together global AI leaders from enterprise, big tech, startups, academia, law, government and investment to tackle the most burning AI issues and set the global AI agenda.

Business Revival Series March 21-22, 2023

March is a busy month for us here at Startups Magazine!

BGF backs Scrumbles to support its rapid growth in pet nutrition

BGF, one of the largest and most experienced growth capital investors in the UK and Ireland, has completed a £6 million investment in natural pet food brand Scrumbles.

Steven Bartlett is launching a world-first tool that measures the impact social media has on stock prices

Flight Story, the innovative marketing consultancy co-founded by Steven Bartlett and Oliver Yonchev (former MD of Social Chain), today announced the launch of Flight Deck – a world-first tool that looks at online factors to find out what is influencing investors and ultimately impacting stocks and crypto price action.

Five Advantages of Remote Work for Companies

During the height of the first lockdown in 2020, 46.6% of the UK’s adult population were reported to be working from home.

Why Startups Fail and How to Avoid the Same Fate

The success of high-profile startups such as Airbnb and Mailchimp might make the idea of getting into the startup world a very attractive one. 

Government-backed Taskforce is tackling the entrepreneur gap

Recent statistics have highlighted gender and regional disparities across the UK. The Government-founded High Growth Enterprise Taskforce plans to tackle this issue.

Helping With Confidence & Anxiety – Why Leaders Must Overcome Fear In Order To Progress

Being amazing in your day job doesn’t necessarily translate directly to being great in front of a journalist, a camera, behind a microphone, or on stage.