New dawn for SMB credit lenders with Uplinq launch

Transformational small business data provider, Uplinq Financial Technologies (Uplinq), has now fully launched its service to customers and sales partners worldwide.

Record growth for Polish ECF market

In 2021 the sum of funds collected in equity crowdfunding campaigns by the Polish startups cooperating with the Crowdway platform has exceeded the value of €9m, 57% more than in the entire 2020.

Smart collaboration can help startups avoid ‘greenwashing’ and ‘greenhushing’

Large-scale global events such as last year’s COP26, are an opportunity to take stock of how far we’ve come, and more importantly the mountain we still need to climb, in the fight against climate change. Events like this also act as a catalyst for both encouraging action and changing the way in which we think and talk about those actions – in other words, evolving our communication around sustainability.

London tech set to reach new heights in 2022

London’s tech ecosystem shows signs of maturity with rapid increase in unicorns, megarounds and exits following a record year for VC investment

The award-winning accelerator Lloyd’s Lab is back and on the look-out

Lloyd’s Lab is once again seeking applications from innovative start-ups with solutions for the insurance industry – this time with an extra focus on decarbonisation and supply chain.

More than 3 million UK workers want to start their own business in 2022

Almost half (42%) of UK employees dream of owning their own business

New levelling up power tech league revealed

UK tech sector achieves best year ever as success feeds cities outside London: more VC investment, more unicorns, more jobs, more futurecorns

Effective Visual Communication the Key to Future Growth for SMEs

Canvas GFX CEO Pat Hume looks at the advantages of sophisticated remote collaborative design and illustration tools and techniques and shows that these are available to SMEs just as they are to ‘big business’

investment app Koia, raises $1.4m pre-seed round led by Seedcamp

Koia, an investment platform which is bringing alternative assets to Europe, is announcing a $1.4m pre-seed round.

Changing the world of pensions and personal finance: a Q&A with Chieu Cao

Startups Magazine caught up with Chieu Cao, CEO of Mintago. Mintago is dedicated to changing the world of pensions and personal finance for both employers and employees.

Impact of metaverse on startup companies and human life

In this great universe, everything lasts for a certain period. It is especially true for the technology world as change happens there fast. The latest terminology metaverse, a new level technology, is the addition in that list that would connect our real life with the virtual world. Though metaverse doesn’t exist yet, it will be a changed reality soon.

The student-led startup set to revolutionise women’s safety

Two thirds of 16 to 35-year-olds stated they have experienced one form of harassment over a 12-month period. Similarly, one in two women stated they feel unsafe walking alone after dark in a public place. It is no wonder that from a young age, ways to ensure my safety were drilled into me.

Yet another cyber security concern for ecommerce startups

Startups looks at a cyber security concern that faces ecommerce startups and major online shops alike: Magecart attacks.

SMEs believe insurance brokers should operate with full transparency

Over 80% of SMEs believe insurance brokers should operate with full transparency by disclosing all potential commission or conflicts of interest when recommending a commercial insurance provider, according to new research by challenger insurance broker, hubb.

Start a business or become a franchisee?

If you are looking to start a business, an important consideration is whether you want to start from scratch or whether to purchase a franchise.

Self-powered portable speakers with infinite playtime unveiled at CES

Exeger, the Swedish deep-tech company behind Powerfoyle, last year announced their latest collaboration with Dutch audio-tech startup, Mayht to create the world’s first light-powered speakers with infinite playtime.

What does the leader of the future look like?

To understand the how the role of leadership has changed in modern society, you need to look at how our perceptions of ‘the job’ has evolved. 

How startups can make the most of freelance talent

Startups begin with a great idea, but it’s the people behind that idea that make sure a business gets off the ground in the first place.

4 Simple ways to boost your team’s wellbeing this Blue Monday

Dubbed the most depressing day of the year, Blue Monday is the epitome of the post Christmas come down, with short days and gloomy weather making it no surprise that motivation levels are often at an all time low. 

Glucose Republic raises £500,000

Glucose Republic raises £500,000 investment round to build the first app focused on the impact of food