The year 2025 started with a shockwave for the AI community. Launched by a relatively obscure Chinese startup, DeepSeek not only challenged the rules of the AI game by sending NVIDIA's stock plummeting 17% in one day and becoming the most-downloaded app on the App Store and Play Store, but also showed the persisting security problems by accidentally exposing its database and leaking sensitive data including chat histories, API keys, and backend operational details.

Vinita Rathi is the CEO and Founder of Systango, a digital engineering services company specialising in generative AI, Web3, blockchain, automation, and cloud solutions.

The beehive is the ultimate business case study for complex organisations and working life today. On this National Leadership Day, Philip Atkinson, leadership team expert, organisational coach, founder of Hive-Logic Coaching & Communications, and author of ‘Bee Wise - 12 Leadership Lessons from Inside a Busy Hive’ lifts the lid on what happens in a hive and explains what we can learn for creating harmony and teamwork in the fast moving world of technology startups today.

Ongoing discussions among industry leaders about AI, including those from this month’s Paris AI summit, have the potential to democratise AI and inspire larger enterprises to actively support small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in adopting it, levelling the playing field and driving innovation.

The world of work is changing faster than ever. But let’s be honest – hasn’t it always been? The industrial revolution gave us factories. The digital revolution gave us laptops. And now, we’re in the middle of something even bigger: a revolution of independence.

For startups and mature companies operating internationally, understanding the value added tax (VAT) registration process is essential for maintaining compliance with tax regulations.

For almost two decades, since the SaaS boom, it’s become standard for businesses to rely on patchworks of third-party platforms, apps, and tools. Either to support their own operations, offer new services, or simply keep up with the pace of tech. In the early days, such solutions were the most cost-effective way to scale. They gave quick access to features without the need for in-house development, and the costs that come with it, and could be built around legacy systems that were too expensive to replace.

Successful commercialisation of deeptech innovation in the UK hinges on addressing key factors such as industrial demand, viable market applications, and the establishment of robust infrastructure. Among these, bridging the UK’s connectivity and compute gap is critical – not only for industrial advancements but also for the burgeoning Createch sector, where creativity and technology intersect to deliver transformative outcomes.  

As an innovation expert, I’ve created a portfolio of ideas over the years, but one has gone to prototype – FlowSense, the world’s first patented period detection device that empowers visually impaired women to independently manage their menstrual hygiene.

Ho Chi Minh City is a vibrant metropolis. It is the most populous city in Vietnam, with a population of around 10 million in 2023. The city is often referred to as the economic powerhouse of Vietnam, and in recent years, the city has quickly emerged as a tech hub, as well as becoming a hotspot for startups and entrepreneurial learning opportunities.

On February 3rd, 2025, Meta confirmed that WhatsApp had been targeted by a “sophisticated spyware hack attack”. While no businesses were targeted on this occasion, WhatsApp is a popular communications tool among SMEs and the attack raises important questions about the platform’s security.  

Embedism was founded by Chay Strawbridge and Nathan Ruttley, both seasoned professionals in the product design industry. They recognised a gap in the market where traditional consultancies and solo operators struggled to meet the demands of today’s fast-paced, innovative startups.

Artificial intelligence (AI) remains one of the hottest topics in technology, driving a wave of innovations across all industries.

As founders know, change is the only real constant. But how do you rise above the chaos when even the ground beneath you seems to shift?

You’ve built a great product and assembled a solid team, and now you're chasing investors, customers, and talent. The harsh truth is if no one knows who you are, your startup is just another name in the noise. Want people to know about your startup? Try working on your personal brand.

When determining how to allocate wealth on divorce, a court must conduct a two-stage process: quantification, i.e. what are the available assets and incomes, and distribution, i.e. how should those resources be apportioned between the parties to achieve a fair outcome.

We are in an era of work defined by two things – constant change and information abundance. That means despite the arrival of new technologies and working policies, simply keeping up with where records and details are stored is one of the most significant challenges to overcome.

Strong presentation skills are no longer optional; they are critical leadership competencies that can drive profitability, enhance team engagement, and improve long-term operational efficiency.

Earn more money while working less time – sounds too good to be true, doesn’t it? It seems to go against everything we’ve ever thought, working hard at something and dedicating a lot of time is the way to a high income.

With a surge in return to office mandates, conversations surrounding hybrid work are becoming increasingly heated. While 87% of employees believe they are just as, if not more, productive working remotely, 80% of managers remain sceptical. This has led to increased oversight and micromanagement practices that, rather than boosting productivity, impact efficiency, innovation, and long-term business growth.