Kiera Sowery

Kiera graduated from Brunel University with a First Class Degree in Communications and Media in 2021. She joined Startups Magazine in August as an Editorial Assistant and is keen to develop her career in journalism and public relations, specifically within EdTech, MedTech and SpaceTech industries. In her spare time she runs a community on Instagram for fellow graduates and students, aiming to inspire them with positive, uplifting content and to share her post-graduation journey (@guidedbyagraduate).

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NASA selects small business research teams for tech development

NASA will award funding to more than 200 small business teams to develop new technologies designed to protect the health of astronauts, lower risk of collision damage to spacecraft, and more. The new awards from NASA’s Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) program invests in a diverse portfolio of American small businesses and research institutions to support NASA’s future missions.

Twilio debuts CustomerAI ahead of SIGNAL 2023

Twilio, the customer engagement platform that drives real-time, personalised experiences for today’s leading brands, unveiled CustomerAI ahead of SIGNAL, its upcoming user and developer conference.

1 million apps rejected from Apple App Store for privacy violations

From 2020 to 2022, Apple has rejected 958,000 applications from appearing on the App Store due to privacy violations, recent findings by Atlas VPN reveal.

Banks are getting a better grip on fraud

Online fraud and financial crime prevention platform, SEON has released its latest ‘Global Banking Fraud Index’, which analyses the cost of fraud to banks and other financial institutions around the world in 2023.

The Era of AI: How is Digital Marketing Being Transformed?

In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, the power of artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionising the way businesses approach marketing. Loop Digital, a UK-based digital marketing agency, explores the profound impacts of AI on the industry and how businesses can leverage this technology to drive unprecedented success.

FCA grants agent EMI licence to PayFuture as it reaches milestones

British fintech payments company PayFuture is announcing it has been granted an agent Electronic Money Institution (EMI) licence by UK regulator, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). With this licence, PayFuture is poised to deliver a comprehensive suite of localised payment products and methods, designed to offer convenience and efficiency in an increasingly digital world. The company’s advanced technology platform, combined with its deep understanding of online merchant’s needs, will enable businesses to access untapped markets effortlessly.

IQ Capital raises $400m to invest in transformative deep tech startups

IQ Capital, a London-based deep tech venture capital firm, announces the final close of its fourth Venture Fund at $200 million (Fund IV), taking its assets under management to more than $1 billion.

Web addresses pave the way for LGBTQ businesses to thrive

Identity Digital helps pave the way for LGBTQ+ businesses to succeed with new web addresses. As the LGBTQ+ community celebrates Pride Month, it is an opportune time to showcase how these web addresses can enhance branding, visibility, and connectivity in the digital landscape.

Search opens for UK’s 100 most inspiring entrepreneurs

The nationwide search for the UK’s 100 most inspirational small businesses has kicked off as part of exciting plans to celebrate this year’s Small Business Saturday UK.

Changing the dating game with safety at the forefront

Brand new inclusive dating app Bonkers has launched, putting the fun back into dating and the safety of its users – both on and off the app – at the heart of its mission.

Solar Monkey launches in UK to accelerate energy transition after €4m fundraise

Solar Monkey is launching its award-winning software in the UK, with a mission to boost productivity for solar installers while accelerating the energy transition.

The Hustle Awards announces Maisie Adam as 2023 host

Startups Magazine and The Hustle Awards are delighted to announce Maisie Adam as the host of the Hustle Awards taking place on 20th July at Steelyard, London.

Q&A with Michelle Kennedy, CEO an co-founder of Peanut

Peanut is the first online community to connect women throughout all stages of motherhood. Whether you’re navigating fertility, pregnancy, motherhood or menopause, the app provides access to a community who are there to listen, share information and offer valuable advice.    

UK tech acquisitions down 33% in Q1 2023

The volume of bolt-on acquisitions made by tech businesses across the UK in Q1 2023 was at its lowest levels since lockdown shook the M&A market in Q2 2020, according to Rickitt Mitchell’s Buy & Build Barometer.

AI Dubbing Startup Initiates Ethical Code of AI Use in Translations

vidby, a Swiss startup for AI-powered translation and dubbing, urges colleagues to direct their efforts on creating a code of ethical use of advanced artificial intelligence technologies in translations. 

People on Average Watch 17 Hours of Online Video Content Per Week
People on Average Watch 17 Hours of Online Video Content Per Week

Although video content remains one of the top choices for marketers to boost sales and increase traffic and brand awareness, consumers spent less time watching online videos this year than in 2022.

Environment Tech companies see minimal impact of funding winter

Tracxn, an SaaS-based market intelligence platform, has released its Tracxn Feed Report – Environment Tech ahead of World Environment Day. The report, based on Tracxn’s extensive database, provides insights into the Environment Tech space across the globe.

Vizibl Launches Procurement Decarbonisation Readiness Report

Vizibl has launched its first edition of Vizibl Quick Insights, culminating in a new report: Procurement’s Decarbonisation Readiness Report. This report polls the procurement industry, asking vital questions about how prepared enterprises are to work with suppliers in reducing scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions.

59% marketers think Customer Data Platforms are overlooked

The majority (59%) of senior marketers think Customer Data Platforms (CDPs) are overlooked by the industry. That’s according to research by SALESmanago, the Customer Engagement Platform, which surveyed 250 marketers across the UK, Poland, Germany and Spain to determine the disconnect between marketers and CDP adoption.

MMITA launches its app as a breakthrough social platform integrated with AR

MMITA (Meet Me In The Astral) launches its mobile app as a new augmented reality (AR) platform that allows users to experience and share AR content wherever they are. MMITA offers a creative and immersive opportunity for users to discover the virtual world around them, interact with it, and add their own elements to it.