Anna Flockett

Former Editor of Startups Magazine (2019-2022) Anna Flockett, is a Journalism graduate from Sheffield Hallam University, who not only has a passion to champion and celebrate all the technology focused startups out there, she is really keen to encourage more women into technology and to raise awareness of the importance of introducing more girls into STEM subjects in schools. 

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AI-driven performance optimisation for Amazon advertising

GP Bullhound acted as exclusive financial advisor to Sellics Marketplace Analytics (Sellics) on its acquisition by Ascential (Ascential), the specialist information, analytics and e-commerce optimisation company.  

Last chance to register for the next Startup Academy supported by Google for Startups

Tramshed Tech’s award winning Startup Academy supported by Google for Startups runs three times a year – the next kick-starting 5th May 2022 with registration closing 25th April.

Monneo Launches Crypto Payments Processing for Merchants

End-to-end payment ecosystem provider, Monneo, has simplified the process of making and receiving online cryptocurrency payments. Thanks to its recently launched service, Monneo is enabling online merchants to accept cryptocurrency payments natively through their websites.

SEON Raises $94m Series B to Address Exponential Growth of Online Fraud

SEON, a London-based Anglo-Hungarian startup that powers online fraud prevention raised $94m in Series B funding. Led by Silicon Valley-based IVP, the round also includes existing investors Creandum and PortfoLion, as well as, angel investors including founders and senior executives from the very best product-led tech companies: Aiven, Coinbase, DataDog, DoorDash, Figma, G2, GitHub, Public, Slack, Supercell, UiPath, Veriff, and Wise.

Reducing emissions and increasing efficiencies in Scoltand’s water infrastructure

Hypervine, the cleantech construction startup that uses artificial intelligence (AI) and blockchain technology to provide end-to-end site data for construction and mining firms, boosting efficiencies whilst enabling massive reductions in carbon emissions, has won a six year Framework with Morrison Construction and Scottish Water. 

How to Secure Financing for Your First Business Project

These days, entrepreneurs and business owners are actively dealing with a dynamic economy and this presents a unique problem for them. It means that they need to look for ways to raise enough capital for financing their business startup. But raising capital is not so easy and you have to be well aware of what you are stepping into before you start seeing any results.

The power of the Internet

Technology has enabled and connected people during a rough time these past two years. In fact, whilst often it does get a bad reputation, technology was for many a saviour. We are now fortunate to be in times where we can meet up in person, and this means events too.

The Challenges of Recruiting Freelancers in the Beauty Industry

Much of the beauty industry in the UKand further afield is populated with freelancers; whether hair stylists, makeup artists or laser hair removal experts, the global pandemic accelerated the move towards freelance in the beauty industry.

How will changes to telecommunications in 2022 affect UK businesses?

The last two years have been challenging for many businesses, with the pandemic disrupting their working practices and forcing them to adapt almost overnight. 2021 saw a continued uptake of new business technologies, with the ongoing rollout of 5G equipment, increased remote and hybrid working, and the move to more cloud-based systems.

Do employees now require more support for health and wellbeing?

Towergate Health and Protection today reveals results from its research into the changes in health and wellbeing support needed by employees since the pandemic.

Employers: insufficient support for the LGBTQ+ community in employee benefits

A third (33%) of employers think there is insufficient support in employee benefits for the LGBTQ+ community, according to new research from Peppy, the digital health platform.

Andy Burnham in at start and finish of manchester tech week

Andy Burnham, Mayor, Greater Manchester Combined Authority has been confirmed to speak at both Digital Transformation EXPO (DTX) and Connected North 2022,  two out of the  three major anchor shows making up the inaugural Manchester Tech Week from 25th-29th April.

Hybrid Working – the ‘new normal’ is here to stay

It’s an exciting time to be in unified comms technology. The world has never been so diverse in terms of how people connect with each other, and this has affected how we all live, work and play. We have never been so together, and yet in many ways we have never been so fragmented, nor needed to multi-task quite so effectively, and this needs a carefully managed response.

SMEs at risk of losing a quarter of their female talent

The latest data from employee engagement specialist Sodexo Engage reveals that SMEs are at risk of losing a quarter of their female employees, with 28% of female staff planning to leave their role in the first half of 2022.

Key insights from big names to be shared at Manchester Tech Week 2022

IT Leaders from some of the most recognised British brands – as well as fast-growing disruptors – have joined the line-up for Manchester Tech Week 2022 running from 25th – 29th April.

Considering running a recruitment business?

Have you ever considered running a recruitment business? We caught up with Alex Dick, Managing Director of Alexander Lyons Solutions, who had some thoughtful advice regarding what you need to know if you do. 

Do brands understand customer needs?

Creative technology agency Rehab today highlights research of over 2,000 Brits, conducted with YouGov, showcasing concerns of businesses respecting their personal data, and the general ineffectiveness of current advertising. Both have magnified importance as brands juggle the need to accelerate personalised offerings whilst also preparing for cookies ending in 2023.

A Guide On How Your Business Can Reap The Benefits Of Automation

When you run a business, you aim to maximise the profits from your operations. To achieve this, you can consider automation to unlock the benefits of the constant technological advancements taking place. In this guide, we show you how your business can reap the benefits of automation.

Improving the landscape for tech startups and scaleups in Wales

The Coalition for a Digital Economy (Coadec), an independent policy organisation advocating for startups and scaleups across the UK, have recently taken a regional focus and turned their attention to Wales.

VCs are investing in a new class of space startups applying web3

A group of VCs and investors including Startup Wise Guys and Pointer Capital recently invested into the seed round of Copernic Space, a blockchain-based platform to enable the purchase of space assets and investment into space ventures by the mass market. The increased interest in the new budding sector applying blockchain technology to open wider commercial access to space and related investments marks the beginning of a new market.