Born in Durban, South Africa, Peter Meyer grew up among wild animals on a game reserve created by his father, where he lived adventures like no other - from learning to swim in rivers and riding elephants, to walking among the wild and facing dangerous encounters.

The hype surrounding Artificial Intelligence (AI) in business, may appear daunting. However, incorporating AI into your business doesn’t have to be rocket science. Let’s simplify the process and explore how straightforward AI solutions can revolutionise your operations without sacrificing professionalism.

An intoxicating combination of 300 days-a-year sunshine, quality of life, high quality schools and great healthcare has long made Portugal a desirable place for high net-worth individuals and their families.

In the startup world, as in life, we’re often told that we should strive for originality. And I understand why. To make your product valuable, you must be offering something new.

The term artificial intelligence will trigger a variety of thoughts. A movie buff may think of Hal 9000 or Skynet, a movie star may be concerned about the rights to their image and previous work, and a movie screenwriter may fear for their livelihood. And screenwriters aren’t the only people needing to consider the impact of AI generated content. As a startup founder you want to make an impact with your words and come across as genuine and authentic.

Ivana Brutenič and Kristína Cichý Kováčiková are the co-authors of the book The Magic of Employee Influence.

Amongst economical hardship, the role of the accountant is evolving and trusted financial advice can be hard to come by. People want to be able to confide in their accountants for effective financial advice, trusting they can make a difference, and quickly.

SQM Lithium Ventures has invested $9.43 million in Altilium, a UK-based clean technology group committed to advancing the shift towards net zero, elevating its total investment to $12 million.

Scaling a business is tough work and there is no “one size fits all” guide to success. However, our experts work with a large number of scaling businesses and there are a few common themes which often arise in our conversations. We have condensed these into five “top tips” below. 

For over half a decade, I've conducted a covert study while networking and speaking at various events.

Cambridge is historically renowned for its university, but more recently it has evolved into a significant tech hotspot, a transformation driven by a synergy of academic excellence, entrepreneurial spirit, and strategic investment. At the Cambridge Tech Week (CTW24) launch event in London, ambassadors and players within the Cambridge tech ecosystem shared their experiences within the tech ecosystem.

Today, there are many options for how to shop, pay and receive products or services all from the comfort of your own home. But as more consumers flock to eCommerce and online retail, this convenience gives rise to disputes and chargebacks.

People often ask me how great startups can transition from being relatively small, high-achieving teams to becoming something so much bigger and impactful.

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.

The funding downturn that began in 2022 hit its lowest point last year, with a 53% fall in Q1 alone. I’m hopeful that conditions will improve for founders and investors alike in 2024, however the caution in the tech markets is unlikely to disappear entirely.

Waterfall-inspired visions of project management remain influential among Ops teams, with many still focused on “finishing the job” before going live. Truly embracing Agile means changing age-old mindsets, says Alex Fishlock, CEO at Agile consultancy Catapult.

In modern business, the ability to foresee potential crises is not just an advantage but a necessity.

In the journey to moderate climate change and reduce carbon footprints, the manufacturing sector stands at a critical junction. The industry, historically known for its hefty energy consumption and CO2 emissions, is undergoing a transformative shift towards sustainability, driven by a blend of innovative technologies and practices.

The pace at which Artificial Intelligence (AI) has advanced in the past few years has certainly got everyone talking about how it’s going to change the way we work. According to the World Economic Forum, it is projected that by 2025, the distribution of work will be evenly split between humans and machines.

Chris Spillman of Biztech Lawyers outlines the areas that have to be covered when conducting due diligence.