Sheryl Miles

Sheryl has trained in proofreading and copyediting with the College of Media and Publishing, and in proofreading with the CIEP (Chartered Institute of Editors and Proofreaders). She joined Startups Magazine in June 2022 and is keen to carve a career in journalism as she enjoys meeting and talking to people and advocating for women and diversity across industries. When not working at Startups Magazine, Sheryl enjoys reading, writing fiction, and eating chocolate!

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University of Bristol tech incubator creates new jobs

Companies who are part of SETsquared Bristol, the acclaimed University of Bristol tech incubator, created 300 new jobs in 2023.

Lightning fertiliser tech aids farmers, climate, and soil

Technology which harnesses lightning’s nitrogen-fixing properties could revolutionise fertiliser production and supply, cut carbon emissions and support soil health.

Adapting to a cookieless world: the rise of contextual advertising

The advertising landscape is undergoing significant changes. Recent data indicates a staggering growth in digital advertising spending, with estimates suggesting it will reach $38 billion in 2024, nearly triple pre-pandemic levels.

Silence Laboratories raises $4.1M Funding

In the modern age, large companies are wrestling to leverage their customers’ data to provide ever-better AI-enhanced experiences but a key barrier to leveraging this opportunity is mounting public concern around data privacy, as ever-greater data processing poses risks of data leaks by hackers and malicious insiders.

Anti-harassment chatbot available to all

In celebration of International Women’s Day, a chatbot that answers questions on workplace sexual harassment is now free for all to use.

9 out of 10 businesses suffer financial losses due to connectivity outages

Global businesses are suffering major financial and human costs from critical IoT connectivity failures with almost two thirds losing sales and customers as a direct result, according to a new report released by rSIM, the developer of a new intelligent SIM that aims to put an end to the issues.

Findable launches into the UK with AI solutions

Findable, which automates building documentation using Artificial Intelligence (AI), has arrived in the UK to solve building document chaos, using AI to read and automatically sort over one million documents for its customers to date.

The most inclusive countries to live and work in

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are essential to a healthy and successful workplace, but which country sets the gold standard when it comes to creating a safe and supportive environment for its workforce? 

HACE secures £450,000 in pre-seed funding

HACE: Data Changing Child Labour, has raised £450,000 in its pre-seed funding round, beating its initial target by 20%.

PayU GPO doubles down on Peru and accelerates SME growth

PayU GPO, the online payment service provider operating in over 50+ emerging markets, becomes the first Payment Facilitator to offer Peruvian SMEs self-onboarding.

A manager’s guide to preventing toxicity

Have you ever been part of a toxic work environment? Did you feel like your higher-ups were failing to protect staff from bullying and harassment? Toxicity in the workplace comes in many different shapes and sizes but, with a number of high-profile claims appearing in the news in recent months, managers throughout the UK must act to prevent a toxic work culture from forming.

AI solutions are driving the growth of the FemTech sector

Rapid innovation in the FemTech space is attracting significant investor attention, says Marion Jeng, Associate at DAI Magister

Maximise productivity: experts provide seven calm office design tips

Creating a calm office environment isn’t just about aesthetics; it’s a strategic move that reduces stress, supports mental health, and boosts overall employee satisfaction and productivity.

Experts launch UK’s most cost-effective EIS Investment solution

With a track record of investing in over 100 early stage enterprises dedicated to pioneering solutions for commercial, technological, and scientific challenges, Oxford Capital are passionate about investing in innovative early-stage companies with strong growth potential.

Varaha raises $8.7M to accelerate agricultural decarbonisation

Varaha, a pioneering full-stack climate-tech company that specialises in generating carbon credits from nature, announces it has raised $8.7 million.

Navigating cyber and compliance with Naq

We are living in an age where cyber security and data compliance are paramount, and startups and SMEs face the dual challenge of navigating between complex regulations and regulatory adherence.

E-residents contributed €67.4M to the Estonian state treasury in 2023

In 2023, tax revenues from e-residents’ Estonian companies amounted to a record €64.3 million, a 33% increase from the previous year. Including paid state fees, the programme’s annual contribution to the state treasury reached €67.4 million.

London SaaS business driving culture through data set to scale by 400%

An innovative SaaS business that provides a rigorous platform to measure and manage culture is set to scale by 400% over the next 12 months.

Startups challenged to help develop carbon capture tech

A pioneering international programme, which brings together tech startups and leading manufacturers in the pursuit of net zero, has launched.

Shopify revamps EMEA team for growth

Shopify has announced changes to its EMEA leadership team, with new roles for Emilie Benoit-Vernay, Benjamin Lang, and Lara Rosquët, as it seeks to drive growth across the region and better support its merchants, partners, and innovative product development.