Tech Nation forced to close after losing grant

The government-backed startup organisation Tech Nation today (31st January) announced via a blog post it will be ending all its operations on 31st of March following the withdrawal of its funding.

What to keep in mind when choosing a startup brand

When Steve Jobs named Apple, it came down to a simple decision. He just liked it; and it had the additional benefit of getting his fledgling company ahead of Atari in the phone book.

62% of eCommerce organisations believe that in 2023 real-time data collection will be their primary focus

It is no secret that a key area of web scraping in 2023 will be centred around real-time data. When asked about their goals for collecting data in the coming year, 62% of eCommerce organisations said that real-time data would be at the forefront.

Digital payments still surging; total transaction value to grow by 13% YoY to $9.5T in 2023

Even three years since COVID-19 triggered a boom in digital payments, the entire market continues surging, reaching a new record transaction value and more users than ever before.

IOT Solutions World Congress 2023: Olythe will present its connected non-invasive breathalyser

Olythe, an expert in human breath analysis by infrared spectroscopy, will be present at the IOT Solutions World Congress in Barcelona.

VCTA: Early-stage business leaders say knowledge gap is biggest barrier to accessing finance

Early-stage company entrepreneurs are hamstrung by a lack of information on how to access the external funding needed to support their growth plans, according to new research published by the Venture Capital Trust Association (VCTA).

After a not-so-jolly Christmas, what’s next for retail in 2023?

After two years of cancelled Christmases, much was riding on the 2022 festive season as a saving grace for many retailers — only for it to disappoint.

THE WAIT IS OVER!

Drumroll please…. the Hustle Awards 2023 is officially open!

Digital cancer support platform Mika is launched in the UK

According to Cancer Research UK, almost one in two people will develop cancer in the course of their lifetime. While survival rates in the UK have doubled in the last 40 years, a record number of patients are facing delays and disruptions in accessing oncological treatment across the UK, especially since the start of COVID-19.

The Next Web València chooses sustainability, technology and innovation for the main themes of its official agenda

“The Next Web”, the leading international innovation festival powered by Financial Times, which will be held in La Marina de Valencia on March 30 and 31, 2023 in collaboration with the City Council of Valencia has released its official conference agenda.

IAB Tech Lab, Ad Net Zero and Scope3 Join Forces to Roll Out Green Supply Path

Digital advertising’s first-ever cross-industry sustainability group has been unveiled at today’s kick-off of the IAB Annual Leadership Meeting with a mission to deliver a standardised framework for measuring and reducing carbon emissions.

Europe’s most flexible startups to work for in 2023 revealed

A pioneering report outlining the 100 most flexible employers to work for around the world has been released today.

One house and aerial launch world’s first emissions reduction platform for touring artists and DJs

One House and Aerial reducing, and offsetting the carbon emissions of artists and creators globally.

Can Bill Gates Save Us All From Cow Burps?

When I burp, I get asked to leave the room. When cows burp, the planet explodes…or at least that’s what they tell me.

Major Hurdle to Widespread Solar Panel Installation Solved by OXECO and Scott Bader

Chemistry technology company OXECO has partnered with global manufacturer Scott Bader to launch a unique new product that addresses the installation barriers facing flexible solar panels, accelerating the growth of the industry and the race to net zero.

10 healthcare startups to watch in 2023

Healthcare, personal or otherwise, mental or physical, is an ever-present topic of conversation and concern in the current day and age.

Perceptual Robotics announces first close round of funding with investment from Brookstreet

Perceptual Robotics has announced the closing of the newest funding round led by investment from Brookstreet Equity Partners LLP (“Brookstreet”).

What Is Product Management and Why Is It Important for SMEs

With the rise of digital transformation, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) must quickly adapt their products and services to meet customers’ changing needs and market dynamics.

Infobip Shift expands outside of Europe: first-ever US edition to be held in Miami this May

Infobip Shift, one of the biggest and most popular developer events in Europe, will have its first edition in the USA, in Miami, on the 23rd of May, at the historic Alfred DuPot building. With this move, the conference, originally based in Croatia, will take the next step in its efforts of reaching and empowering the global developer community.

Indonesian President Joko Widodo to personally attend HANNOVER MESSE

Indonesia is this year’s Partner Country at HANNOVER MESSE. Indonesian President Joko Widodo has confirmed his personal attendance at the world’s leading industrial trade fair and will speak at the opening ceremony on 16 April. In addition, together with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, he will also take part in the traditional Chancellor’s Tour the next day – opening day Monday – at the fair. The last time these two heads of government met was at the G20 summit in Bali, Indonesia, in November 2022.