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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Ringover raises €20M

Software as a Service (SaaS) developer, Ringover, has announced the completion of a €20 million financing round, led by Orange Ventures and Bpifrance’s Large Venture and accompanied by historical investor Expedition Growth Capital.

Brite extends instant payments coverage to Belgium and appoints industry veteran

Brite Payments has announced that it has expanded its product coverage to bring Brite Instant Payments to Belgium, extending the company’s presence in the Benelux region and complementing its existing coverage in the Netherlands.

Banks are getting a better grip on fraud, but the issue remains a genuine threat to future prosperity

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.

Tracxn releases its Environment Tech Report: Environment Tech companies see the minimal impact of funding winter in 2022

Tracxn, a global SaaS-based market intelligence platform, has released its Tracxn Feed Report – Environment Tech.

Employees in the UK spend less time in the office than any other country globally – but still want to reduce this time even further

Workers in the United Kingdom (UK) spend less time in the office than any other country, however they want to further reduce their days as unhappiness with the office grows.

Working until 95? What a way to make a living

As financial pressures on UK employees continue to grow, new research* shows just over 8 in 10 (83%) employees are concerned that the cost-of-living crisis will mean they will have to work longer before retiring to make up for a shortfall in savings.

Brite payments: proprietary instant payments network to power instant payments and payouts

Brite Payments, one of Sweden’s fastest growing fintechs and a leader in instant bank payments, has announced its Brite Instant Payments Network (IPN).

Burnout: recognising the signs and how it can be avoided

Do you have frequent feelings of anger, irritability, cynicism, or dread about the prospect of the working day ahead? These could be key indicators that you’re approaching burnout.

Investors, businesses and policymakers unite to democratise sustainability action at ‘Reset Connect London’

On the 27th and 28th of June, businesses including Google, eBay, Nestle, Microsoft, GSK, Phoenix Group, M&G Investments, Starling Bank, and other FTSE100 companies and the investment community will unite at Reset Connect London, the UK’s sustainability and net zero event, the flagship of London Climate Action Week at  ExCeL London.

TidalSense raises £7.5M

Healthtech company TidalSense has closed a £7.5m fundraising round.

Lissele Pratt wins Rising Star of the Year at the UK FinTech Awards 2023

Lissele Pratt, Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree and co-founder of Capitalixe has been announced as the winner of the Rising Star of the Year category at the UK FinTech Awards 2023.

UK export market is growing – but SMEs risk getting left behind

British businesses are ambitious for international growth and see exporting as key to their success, according to new research released from Alibaba Group, in partnership with Institute of Export and International Trade.

theion broadens management with CTO and CFO Appointments

theion, the lithium-sulphur battery startup that wants to revolutionise mobile and stationary energy storage, has enlarged its Management.

UK’s mobile-first click & collect locker launches following B&Q trial

Clix Technology, a UK-based startup combining mobile-first technology with customisable smart locker design for retail, is launching a new product – the Clix Smart Locker – having trialled it in B&Q Cardiff since July 2022.

Armalytix launches new tools to help firms avoid fraud and punishment 

Armalytix, a cutting-edge fintech company that streamlines financial insights for financial crime and risk checks to the professional, financial services, and gambling sectors, has announced the launch of Income and Risk Insights.

Lesbian visibility week: UK workplaces letting down LGBTQi+ women

LGBTQi+ women are on average the most unsatisfied group when it comes to discussions around pay, progression, and the workplace compared to any other sexuality.

monday.com unveils plans to incorporate transformative AI capabilities in 2023

monday.com, a work operating system (WorkOS) where organisations of any size can create the tools and processes they need to manage every aspect of their work, has unveiled plans for how the power of AI will be incorporated into the platform in 2023.

UK urged to level-up support for disabled entrepreneurs

Major systemic changes are needed to make UK entrepreneurship more equitable, accessible, and inclusive for disabled founders*, according to a new report from Small Business Britain, supported by Lloyds Bank, which found disabled entrepreneurs face significant barriers to start and grow businesses.

The advantages and disadvantages of raising funds in US Dollars for startups

For the majority of startups, raising funds is an important step towards growth and success. In today’s world, it is difficult to compete with large corporations without solid funding to rely on.

Imagery training could give esport athletes a competitive edge

Esport athletes can use mental imaging techniques to enhance performance and achieve optimal mental and emotional states while competing.