Anna Wood

Anna Wood is the Editor of Startups Magazine. She joined the team in June 2023 as Deputy Editor, and has since been promoted to Editor of the publication. When it comes to the startup sector, Anna has a keen interest in spacetech, biotech, medtech, anything that flies, and shining a light on the gender and diversity funding gap. Outside of work hours, you can find Anna tucking into a book, a nice meal, and playing her Switch!

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4-day weeks and hybrid work could unite workplaces in 2024, study reveals

Flexa, the platform known for connecting flexible companies, has released its latest Flexible Working Index, analysing data from 2023 to forecast significant work trends for 2024.

Womco: The hormone revolution
Womco: The hormone revolution

Annabel de Gheldere is the Founder of Womco, a B2B data-driven nutrition and testing app driving the change for better hormonal health in women. The startup aims to help women navigate hormonal challenges from fertility until menopause.

Dreamicon 2023: Building Moldova’s Future Through Startups and Innovation

On the 9th of December, in the heart of Eastern Europe in Chisinau, the Dreamicon 2023 conference marked a significant milestone in Moldova’s startup landscape. This event brought together a diverse array of innovative ideas and visions, reshaping the nation’s approach to technological entrepreneurship.

Countdown to ISE 2024: Barcelona Hosts AV Extravaganza with Record-Breaking Show Floor

Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2024 is poised to make history as it nears a sellout, boasting its largest ever show floor across eight halls of the Fira de Barcelona Gran Via.

Little Riot
Little Riot: Where are they now?

Little Riot make technology that facilitates human connection. The startup’s flagship product, Pillow Talk, allows you to connect to a loved one when you are unable to be in the same place as them, all through the sound and feel of their heartbeat.

Bonjour Bizness

France, a country known for its vineyards and champagne, its iconic cuisine, and gorgeous landmarks. But behind the beauty of this country sits a bustling tech startup scene, and Paris finds itself at the heart of it. Around 12,000 startups make up the ever-growing startup ecosystem in the capital, making it one of the most significant in Europe.

UniSCool voted overall winner of Bupa’s sustainability and innovation programme

Bupa, a global healthcare company, has declared UniSCool, a Spanish startup specializing in an innovative liquid cooling solution, as the winner of its talent development and sustainability innovation programme, as chosen by its 82,000-strong global workforce.

Tech Startups’ Guide to Surviving the Post-Christmas Slump

The festive season, with its flurry of activities and heightened consumer engagement, presents a golden opportunity for tech startups.

Employers concerned about employees with long-term chronic illnesses

Twenty-one percent of employers express concerns about employees living with long-term chronic illnesses, such as diabetes, cancer, or multiple sclerosis, according to a study commissioned by GRiD, the group risk sector’s industry body.

Research shows influencers can be more of a risk than an asset to Christmas sales

A survey by Enterprise CMS Storyblok, involving 1,000 consumers, has uncovered that indiscriminate influencer endorsements could detrimentally affect product sales during the Christmas season.

The most wonderful time of the year – for scammers

The festive season is the perfect time for hackers to strike – so what can businesses do to defend themselves at Christmas?

Experts predict 2024 work trends

With 2023 coming to a close, experts have given their opinions on the work trends that are set to be big in 2024.

WeWork Introduces 2023 Year in Review

In a revealing 2023 Year in Review, WeWork has shared intriguing insights into modern workplace habits, drawing from its extensive global community of over half a million members.

Electric scooter startup Bird files for bankruptcy

Bird, the startup focusing on eco-friendly electric transportation, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. In a press release, the company “announced its entry into a financial restructuring process aimed at strengthening its balance sheet and better positioning the company for long-term, sustainable growth.”

User Experience and Brand Identity

User experience (UX) is the sum total of how individuals interact with a company’s products or services. It encompasses every aspect of the end user’s interaction, aiming to provide positive experiences that keep a user loyal to the product or brand. Good UX is often synonymous with efficiency, ease of use, and overall satisfaction in the interaction process.

Multinational employers must look to Global Benefits Management for 2024

Multinational companies must navigate a unique set of challenges and, as 2024 approaches, Global Benefits Management becomes essential to support both employees and the business, according to Towergate Health & Protection.

Maven VCTs lead £3.7m funding round for Metrion Biosciences

Maven Capital Partners, a prominent investor in the UK’s SME sector, has spearheaded a £3.7 million investment in Cambridge-based Metrion Biosciences (“Metrion”), a top contract research organisation (CRO).

Volt and ekko Team Up for Real-Time Ocean Plastic Removal Tracking

Volt, a player in global real-time payments, has announced a partnership with ekko, a fintech focused on embedded sustainability.

eMobility Expo World Congress 2024 seeks startups in sustainable mobility

The eMobility Expo World Congress 2024, set to take place in Valencia, Spain, from the 13th to the 15th February, will feature the eMobility Startup Forum.

Zeotap Introduces Ada: The AI-companion for Audience Segment Creation

Zeotap has launched “Ada”, a new AI solution within its Customer Data Platform (CDP) designed to simplify marketer interactions.