According to new data from Indeed, 74% of UK businesses report that hiring has become more challenging over the past five years.
Towergate Health & Protection’s recent study indicates a significant 91% of companies maintain a hybrid workforce. The findings suggest a mere 9% of businesses currently operate without any hybrid employees. On average, 39% of employees engage in hybrid working, with 27% of companies reporting over half their staff working in this mode.
As of the 1st April, small businesses have received a boost as the VAT registration threshold is raised from £85,000 to £90,000, and £4.3 billion of business rates relief comes into force.
Recent findings from BusinessComparison have revealed insights from UK SME leaders regarding their interactions with local banks, highlighting a significant reduction in the number of bank branches in proximity to their businesses over the past decade.
New research conducted by the women’s health startup frendo reveals that 25% of women employed in UK offices have felt shamed or pressured into returning early from health-related leave.
Diamfab, a deeptech firm specialising in semiconductor diamonds, has secured its inaugural funding of €8.7 million.
Metaview, an AI assistant designed to eliminate administrative workload and inefficiency from recruitment processes, has secured £7 million in a funding round spearheaded by Plural.
The Hustle Awards are back for 2024, and Startups Magazine is here to help you through the entry process.
The Hustle Awards are back for 2024, and Startups Magazine is here to help you through the entry process.
Today, Zoom has announced what it refers to as its “biggest news of the year.” With the entire tech world striving to integrate more and more AI capabilities into its workflow, Zoom has announced the most recent integration of even more AI capabilities than before in its new updates, at no extra cost to its customers.
On March 21, 2024, UK spacetech startup Sen embarked on its mission to broadcast live 4K footage of Earth, launching towards the International Space Station aboard a SpaceX supply vessel.
UK Black Business Show has announced the winners of the Black Tech Achievement Awards 2024, held on Friday, March 15th, at the illustrious JW Marriott Grosvenor House. Sponsored by JP Morgan & Salesforce, this event celebrates excellence and innovation within the Black tech community, recognising outstanding individuals who have made significant contributions to the industry.
A recent study by YuLife, a technology-focused insurance firm dedicated to inspiring life, has revealed a concerning trend in the UK’s healthcare standards. This research, conducted in partnership with YouGov, indicates a widespread perception of decline, with approximately 73% of UK adults believing healthcare standards have deteriorated throughout their lifetimes, including 55% who feel the decline has been significant. Moreover, 59% of adults in the UK perceive a worsening in healthcare standards over just the past year.
Chirpley has announced it has joined NVIDIA Inception, a programme that nurtures startups revolutionising industries with technological advancements.
Frontline Ventures, specialising in B2B software companies, has launched $200 million across two investment vehicles: Frontline Growth and Frontline Seed. These funds are poised to drive the transatlantic development of B2B software enterprises, encouraging innovation across North America and Europe.
The IOT Solutions World Congress (IOTSWC), the international event on industry transformation through disruptive technologies, returns in 2024 to help companies worldwide seize the full potential of cutting-edge technologies capable of redefining industries.
Sweden, recognised as the top climate tech ecosystem in the EU by investment volume in 2023, maintains its position into the current year. In the most significant green cement seed round known thus far, Swedish Cemvision has collaborated with fellow Swedish investors Polar Structure and BackingMinds, alongside SF-based Zacua Ventures.
New insights from iwoca, one of the largest lenders to small businesses in Europe, highlight an emerging trend where SMEs are leveraging social media influencers for marketing purposes.
Flexible workspace specialist x+why is launching a new in-house design division, whydesign, dedicated to crafting sustainable, aesthetically driven office environments.
The Oxford Science Park (TOSP), a global specialist for science and technology firms, has engaged DTRE alongside Cushman & Wakefield as joint advisors to oversee the leasing of more than 600,000 sq. ft. of office and lab space, in addition to future developments surpassing 650,000 sq. ft.
