Paige Hookway

Paige graduated from the University of Greenwich in 2014 with a 2:1 in English Literature. She joined Startups Magazine in February 2022 as Managing Editor and has a keen interest in the latest technology developments and promoting engineering as a viable career option for the younger generation. 

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National Insurance changes driving cost management challenges

elementsuite, a Zellis company, HR and workforce management provider, announces new research into the state of HR in 2025 in the UK.

Federation of Small Businesses publishes annual report

The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has published its annual report and financial statements for the financial year 2023 to 2024 following its annual general meeting.

City of London business shortlisted for London StartUp Award 2025

City based startup GK Financial Recruitment has been named a finalist ahead of the London final of the UK StartUp Awards.

Tips to help employees struggling with financial stress

In a previous study carried out by CIPHR, it was found that financial worries are the joint main cause of stress in the UK. Also, this year’s Quids in! ‘Cost of Living Survey’ highlighted that financial anxiety is impacting many of us – 40.6% feel scared, worried, or sad about money, and one in five (22%) say stress has made them physically ill.

Europe’s fastest growing fintech raises $78M Series B

Sipay, the payment and embedded finance platform for businesses and consumers in Turkey, has announced a $78 million Series B funding round, achieving a valuation in excess of $875 million.

NatWest invests in Yonder

NatWest has announced a minority investment in Yonder, a fast-growing credit card platform that provides quality customer experiences through lifestyle-led rewards.

NexGen Cloud secures $45 million in Series A funding

NexGen Cloud, a UK-based technology firm specialising in AI infrastructure, is announcing the successful closure of its Series A funding round, raising a substantial $45 million, with a post-money valuation of $354 million.

Bridging the AI skills gap: driving employee adoption

Despite billions invested in AI solutions worldwide, a major roadblock remains: employees don’t understand how to use these tools effectively. Without proper guidance, businesses risk stalled adoption, wasted investment, and an inability to realise AI’s full potential. This hesitation is hindering AI adoption and limiting its benefits within organisations.

New tech tool tackles startup psychology dynamics

Insights, a global provider of workplace learning and development solutions, launches the Insights Discovery API.

£2.5M for 3D printed joint replacement tech company

OSSTEC, a London-based startup changing the face of joint replacement implants with a novel 3D printing technology, has raised £2.5M in funding.

Untamed raises £10M to capture £12Bn cat food market

Untamed, a pantry fresh, human-grade cat food brand, announces a Series B funding round of £10 million to continue to grow the brand’s offering and global reach.

Five tips for businesses navigating fluctuating trade prices

During his ‘Liberation Day’ announcement, Donald Trump revealed aggressive measures that will have consequences for trade on an international scale. Any country charging tariffs on US exports will see tariffs rise for products they send in the opposite direction, while Canada and Mexico will be hit with sweeping duties.

Nico Rosberg: life in the fast lane

Nico Rosberg is a Formula 1 World Champion turned entrepreneur and venture capitalist. After achieving his lifelong dream of winning the F1 World Championship in 2016, he retired from the sport to explore new challenges.

Growth Studio: fast-tracking founders who are solving the planet’s biggest problems

Growth Studio is on a mission to find ambitious startups tackling the triple planetary crisis and to give them the foundations they need to change the world.

Mother’s Day spending hits £2.4 billion

Flowwow, a global gifting marketplace for local shops in 40+ countries, has reported a surge in consumer spending as Brits gear up for Mother’s Day 2025.

The Hustle Awards extends submission deadline to 4th April

The Hustle Awards, Startups Magazine’s annual celebration of entrepreneurial success, has extended its submission deadline to midnight on 4th April.

Leaders to take centre stage at Startup Moldova Summit

Several leaders from Booking.com, Netflix, Atomico, and more have been announced as speakers for this year’s Startup Moldova Summit.

MediaTek CEO Rick Tsai to deliver keynote at COMPUTEX 2025

TAITRA (Taiwan External Trade Development Council) has announced that Dr. Rick Tsai, CEO of MediaTek, will deliver a keynote at COMPUTEX 2025, discussing AI vision from Edge to Cloud.

Taulia and Lloyds launch Visa-enabled Virtual Cards

Taulia, a provider of working capital management solutions and part of SAP group, and Lloyds, part of Lloyds Banking Group, have announced a partnership to issue Visa-enabled Virtual Cards, embedded across a range of solutions available with SAP Business Suite.   

NEC X unveils latest cohort amid rising startup investments

NEC X, the Silicon Valley venture studio backed by NEC’s advanced technologies and global businesses, announced the six visionary startups selected for Batch 13 of its Elev X! Ignite programme – a cohort that reflects surging demand for innovation in agriculture, healthcare, compliance, financial services and enterprise tech.