Economic uncertainty has become a household term over the past few years. The general public is suffering from a chronic case of whiplash, bouncing back and forth between conflicting opinions over the health of the economy and job market. Regardless of low unemployment rates or the increasing stock market index, over half of the US population still believes the country is in a recession.

Standing trackside at the recent Monaco Grand Prix alongside our portfolio of tech startup founders, there was a sense of alignment as we watched on as the finest in cars, engineering, and driving precision went head-to-head around one of the world’s most renowned circuits.

Recent economic turbulence, marked by high inflation, has put a huge amount of pressure on SMEs. But despite the challenging environment, some business operations, notably overseas travel, appear to be doing well.

The 3DEXPERIENCE Lab, from Dassault Systèmes, is an open innovation laboratory and startup accelerator that focuses on empowering and nurturing startups, entrepreneurs, and makers as they develop groundbreaking projects.

The prevalence of smartphones among the majority of global Internet users today underscores a mobile-centric reality. Consumers now enjoy a plethora of devices and diverse interactive mobile communication platforms. The significance of contextual and timely customer connection has never been more pronounced. Hence, it’s unsurprising that the world of virtual reality (VR) is booming and set to impact every industry.

Grace Beverley is the founder of three businesses: fashion brand TALA, fitness brand Shreddy, and planner & organisation brand The Productivity Method.

TS Anil is the CEO of Monzo, the challenger bank known for its innovative approach to personal finance. With the tagline “making money work for you”, the fintech has big competitors in the banking space, but is continuing to grow year on year.

The landscape of digital banking is evolving, with innovative players like Revolut and Chase Bank at the forefront. This article provides a comparison of these two financial powerhouses, examining their services, fees, user experience, and security measures.

For an eCommerce entrepreneur, the demands of running an online store can quickly become overwhelming.

In the 2010 biographical drama, The Social Network, which portrays the founding of Facebook, the initial excitement and success of a startup turns sour and ends in legal battles and betrayal. While a very extreme case, the film highlights a common issue that startups run into, says Dan Adams, co-founder of legal advice for startup businesses specialist, Arbor Law.

The United Kingdom, the second-ranked startup ecosystem that has produced success stories like Wise and Revolut, has seen a notable decline in its cities rankings according to the latest Global Startup Ecosystem Index by StartupBlink.

The UK tech industry has weathered Brexit blues to dominate the rankings of European tech. By some estimates, London’s tech scene now ranks second only to Silicon Valley.

When businesses venture into new markets, some encounter obstacles stemming from past failures, while others grapple with uncertainty regarding where to start or which direction to pursue. This challenge isn’t limited to startups; it also impacts medium and large companies alike.

Thanks to its spirit of creativity, immense cultural diversity, and rich tradition of free enquiry and scientific investigation, Europe has always been a hub for innovation. In more recent times, much of this innovation has taken place in the continent’s startup ecosystem, with tech entrepreneurs and companies, in particular, leading the way.

The Monaco Grand Prix epitomises racing prestige and performance. While drivers push their limits on the track, it’s the team behind them – the pitstop team – that frequently gets them to pole position.

In the rapidly evolving business landscape of 2024, building high-performing teams is more critical than ever. As companies navigate complex market dynamics and technological advancements, well-knit, professional teams are the core element that drives their successes. Brand appeal, sales, customer satisfaction, innovation – all of these factors are influenced by the quality and cohesiveness of teams that business owners put together.

At MOVE 2024, Marcus Behrendt, Managing Director of BMW i Ventures, discussed how the innovation ecosystem could be levelled up to match the model that is currently seen in North America.

We live in a world with an ever-increasing throwaway culture and the property sector is no stranger to waste.  You might be shocked to discover that old or not fit-for-purpose office furniture is putting a cumulative burden on our landfills and ultimately on our environment – this contributes hugely to the 300 tonnes of waste sent daily to UK landfills and will ultimately create between 30-40% of an office building’s entire lifetime greenhouse gas emissions.

To secure funding startups endure an extensive due diligence process. Take the example of a startup courting a VC and vice-versa. The startup is put through its paces with accountants, lawyers, and even the investors themselves trawling through everything from corporate records to business plans, financial agreements to bank accounts, employee contracts, intellectual property, insurance policies and more… It’s normal for this process to take months before all shareholders are happy.

In today's challenging economic climate, startup eCommerce brands are finding it increasingly difficult to attract and retain customers. The landscape has shifted, and traditional PR and marketing strategies are no longer sufficient.