A greener, cleaner future

Startups Magazine had the pleasure of attending Sustainability LIVE earlier this month.

People in Relationships Save 3x as Much as Single People According to a SoFi Survey

Today, every penny counts, but saving month over month can be challenging. If you’re struggling to save money, you may be unaware of the factors impacting your financial habits. A recent survey by SoFi revealed surprising correlations between the personal traits and economic patterns of over 1200 respondents. The purpose of the survey was to uncover trends in cash-back credit card users vs. debit card and cash users. However, the study also discovered that age, gender, relationship status, and other personal traits could impact your financial habits and ability to save. Here are some of the most exciting finds of this survey and what you should consider when trying to save money month over month.

Why Are Startups So Susceptible to Fraud?

Creating a startup can seem like a gamble, but it’s one that leaders are continuing to take the plunge on. According to a study by Embroker, only 10% of startups survive. But when they work out, there are still pitfalls.

Are we becoming a more individualistic workforce and losing that ‘in it together’ feeling?
Are we becoming a more individualistic workforce and losing that ‘in it together’ feeling?

Many startups enjoy healthy communications and a robust cultural identity in the early days. Employees form strong bonds and understand their positions and responsibilities in an evolving team. They can see a future for themselves and are invested in the company’s success. It’s exciting stuff.

Meta’s Augmented Reality, and the Severing of Human Connection

The hydra of scandals, lawsuits, and controversy has many heads, but Mark Zuckerberg continues to effortlessly sever them all as he bulldozes through the tech world, determined to get Meta into the same VIP booth atop Mt. Olympus as Apple and Google, and he claims to have found his holy grail – AR (augmented reality) goggles.

Women in tech: does mentorship matter?

It’s no secret that the tech sector has a problem with gender representation. A joint report by Accenture and Girls Who Code suggests the drop-out rate for women in tech is as high as 50%.

Insolvency funding benefits for corporates

The current economic news presents a bleak picture. Whilst COVID lockdowns have eased, businesses and consumers now face inflation levels not seen in a generation as well as rising interest rates. Lucas Arnold, Director Litigation Funding at Harbour explores.

Research-based tool for sustainable travel

The COVID-19 pandemic curbed our travel plans. But with restrictions gone, an accelerating climate crisis emphasises the need for new travel habits. Now, a research-based website assists in finding climate friendly travel options.

Secret Leaders Podcast

Hosted by Dan Murray-Serter, serial entrepreneur and co-founder of braincare company Heights, the Secret Leaders podcast focuses on what it’s like to be a top entrepreneur and how to get there.

2022 Cybersecurity Census Report reveals lack of preparedness against rising cyberattacks amongst UK businesses

Cyberattacks are hammering businesses of all sizes and sectors across the UK, with just a fraction of those prepared to defend against them, according to new research by Keeper Security. The 2022 Cybersecurity Census Report reveals that companies are suffering severe organisational, financial and reputational damage. Yet, despite IT leaders expecting this onslaught to intensify over the next year, preparation is lacking, with only a minority of organisations feeling ready to face the threats.

5 Common Mistakes in Starting a Business (and How to Avoid Them)

Starting and running a business successfully is not as simple as some people might think. It requires a lot of time, dedication, and effort. You will even have to forget some luxuries just to ensure that your new venture starts on a strong foundation.

 

How to ensure your startup is legally sound during a recession

With the news full of warnings of an upcoming UK recession, business owners throughout the country will be conscious of what this may mean for them and their businesses.

GROWING DURING THE WAR: UKRAINE TO PRESENT ITS RESILIENT TECH ECOSYSTEM

Prominent startups, VC funds, IT service companies, government institutions, and ecosystem organisations from Ukraine will gather together to show off one of the biggest tech powerhouses in Europe

Messaging apps for business communication: to ban or not to ban?

Consumer messaging apps are hugely popular: around 2 billion of us use WhatsApp, and there is a growing number of alternatives. Messaging apps are a cost-effective and convenient way to keep in touch with family and friends, to organise events and share videos. That said, it can be very risky to use these consumer-grade messaging apps for internal comms at work – although that doesn’t stop people from doing it regardless.

‘Spathios’ becomes first Spanish hourly rental marketplace to go international

Spathios is an online marketplace that connects professionals and businesses with great creative spaces. The startup provides its users access to locations for events, meetings and filming studios via its online booking marketplace. Founded by Pol Hevia and Joaquim Tresserra in Barcelona, the startup has now more than 2,500 spaces across Spain and 400 in London.

Hyperrealistic Avatars Propel Startup to ‘America’s Got Talent’ Finals

More than six million pairs of eyes will be on real-time AI avatar technology in this week’s finale of America’s Got Talent – currently the second-most popular primetime TV show in the US.

UNLEASH World and Acadian Ventures announce €150,000 startup competition

When UNLEASH World 2022 returns to Paris on 12-13 October, it will once again host its unique startup competition, showcasing the next wave of breakthrough technologies and global innovators changing the future of work.

Guidance on bank holiday rules for Queen’s funeral

With the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, the country is set to mark the occasion of her funeral with a bank holiday. This seemingly universal day off has been granted to allow the country to mourn and observe the state funeral of the longest-serving monarch in British history.

Top UK Cities With The Highest-Paying Creative Roles Revealed

Print and Design experts Solopress have investigated the best place to work in the UK within the creative industry for those ready to take their next professional steps.

Prospects of Qatar’s Cloud Computing debated by the most prominent cloud leaders at the 12th edition of World Cloud Show

A virtual conference with an explicit focus on Cloud and data centers technologies was held on September 6, 2022, where more than 150 C-level tech decision makers participated virtually, including key stakeholders in Qatar’s Cloud ecosystem were gathered by the event’s host, Trescon.