WePower launches & demos Gemns EHG product line at CES 2023

WePower, a kinetic energy harvesting startup providing scalable and sustainable power solutions for wireless IoT sensors, transmitters, and related devices, introduces their Gemns Energy Harvesting Generator (EHG) product line.

How should startups approach 2023?

Miguel Fernandez, CEO and Co-Founder of Capchase looks to the challenging year ahead and some simple measures startups can take to build resilience. We’ve all seen the headlines. That tech is bracing itself for a challenging year. From gaming to green tech, fledging startups to billion-dollar global businesses – it would appear that most tech sectors will feel the pinch of recession. But that is not to say all is lost. Far from it.

Managing grief in the workplace

Employers have a responsibility to support their employees’ mental health. In previous decades, businesses did not openly discuss employees’ mental health when assessing the wellbeing of their staff. Fortunately, workplace mental health support is rising in importance, although there is still a long way to go.

‘Exchange’ appoints Mark Kuhillow as Entrepreneur in Residence of start-up scheme

Exchange, the tech scale-up support scheme, has appointed Mark Kuhillow, a successful serial media and tech entrepreneur, as its latest Entrepreneur in Residence after his exit from SaaS platform SingleView.

Experience the Magic of 3D Audio

Ammersive are revolutionising the way people experience sound. Using innovative 3D audio technology, you can now explore a world of sound like never before.

Start-ups are leading the metaverse transformation, not big tech

The metaverse is being hailed as the dawn of a new era of technology.

British entrepreneur awarded MBE in New Years Honours List

Awarded an MBE in the 2023 New Years Honours List for services to female entrepreneurship, Alison Cork has been a role model and champion for women in enterprise for over 35 years.

Ringover reflects: recruitment in 2022

According to the Confidence Index 2022 by CWJobs, 41% of companies planned to make better use of recruitment technology in 2022. With recruitment up 66% in 2022 compared to the previous year, it’s no surprise the industry is seeking ways to adapt.

Surfboard raises a $5m seed round to make work more human for support teams through collaborative planning software

Surfboard, the collaborative planning tool for support teams, has raised a $5m seed round, led by Speedinvest with participation from existing investors Fly Ventures and Seedcamp.

UK Entrepreneurs launch cutting-edge Dating app set to eliminate cat-fishing and reduce time-waste

ToDate, a ‘same day’ dating app which prioritises secure online dating, has been created and launched in the UK.

Huddersfield Business School launches third Help to Grow programme for local businesses

Huddersfield Business School, part of The University of Huddersfield, is launching its third Help to Grow programme in January 2023.

Telecoms supplier Altnets expands team as business grows

Brighton-based telecoms supplier Altnets has made two significant hires this autumn.

Clarity AI and LSEG Announce Partnership to provide new SFDR Reporting Tool for Investors

Clarity AI, the leading global sustainability tech platform, announced today that it has partnered with Refinitiv, a London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) business, to develop SFDR Reporting Professional.

2023 predictions for the insurance industry

Roi Amir, CEO of insurtech Sprout.ai comments on some predictions for the insurance industry and technology innovators.

Amazon joins up with the Take Five to Stop Fraud campaign to help protect businesses

To mark International Fraud Awareness Week (13-19 November 2022), UK Finance’s Take Five to Stop Fraud campaign and Amazon today launch the ‘Can you spot fraud?’ quiz, to help businesses, particularly small and medium sized enterprises, stay safe from fraud.

Manchester’s RiskSmart becomes Tech Nation’s Rising Stars 5.0 City Winner

RiskSmart, the Manchester-based risk management company built to simplify risk for SMEs, today announces it is the winner of Tech Nation’s 5.0 Rising Star City Award. The rapidly growing start-up won the exclusive award, which commends rising and performing tech companies, from a pool of over 450 applicants.

New research unveils the specific barriers preventing women from reaching senior leadership in equal numbers to men

A new survey released today by gender equality consultancy Shape Talent has unveiled new insights into how women are obstructed at all stages of their career by societal, organisational and personal barriers. 

Microverse Launches Initiative for Companies to Trial Developers Before Hiring

Microverse, the online school for remote software developers where students around the world pay nothing until they land a life-changing job in tech, announced an initiative for companies to trial full-stack remote developers for 30 days risk-free before hiring them.

Ironhack tech school growing in the UK

Ironhack, the international tech school, now has a remote offering and a London team available to career-changers moving into tech. Ironhack bootcamps empower students to find meaningful careers in four key areas: Web Development, UX/UI Design, Data Analytics and Cyber Security by offering immersive learning experiences.

Venture Capital fund shakes up Global DeepTech investments

Nemesis Technologies, a pioneering venture capital fund that invests in deep technology, announces that it is on course to become the world’s largest digitally securitized fund, with significant nine-figure backing from Institutional Investors & Family Offices across Asia-Pacific, Europe, and the US.