Despite inflation reaching record levels coupled with great economic uncertainty, women in the UK  built more businesses last year than ever before, a figure that we at SME XPO stand proudly behind, especially with International Women’s Day just around the corner.

UK startup Kerbo Charge announced the rollout of its self-closing cable channel for electric car owners. For houses without driveways, this solves the problem of how to charge an electric vehicle and will typically save customers £1,439 a year compared to solely using fast public chargers.

Ahead of International Day of Happiness 2023, feel-good PR agency Lem-uhn reveals that searches for ‘how to be happy at work’ soared by 163% between December and February. With the UK in the midst of an economic downturn and a cost of living crisis, Lem-uhn believes that happiness at work is now even more of a priority to people. 

UK businesses have been shortlisted as part of a national awards programme designed to showcase the country's up-and-coming enterprises.

Adyen announces that its annual Accelerator programme is returning this spring to empower another round of high-potential social enterprises and impact startups.

The battery in battery-electric vehicles usually generates direct current. Before this can provide propulsion via the electric motor, it must be converted into alternating current.

A study from Forbes Advisor has reveals that more than half (54%) of Brits would trade a better work-life balance for a lower income. Its 2023 Work-Life Balance Index uses a wide range of data sources to uncover which major cities in the world offer residents the best work-life balance.

Marking Endometriosis Month (March 2023), Femometer, designed for women trying to conceive, to help them understand their bodies.

Startups across the UK and Ireland are invited to apply and participate in the four-week programme that will give access to AWS cloud technology and credits, as well as mentorship, training, connections, and the technical guidance necessary to build both innovative solutions in the cloud, and successful companies.

James Higgins, Founder of luxury, ethical bedding brand, Ethical Bedding, took part in the latest series of Dragons Den. On the popular BBC One series, James showcased the properties and potential of the eucalyptus-based, sustainable bedding, gaining the attention of Touker Suleyman, who offered a 50% stake in the business. However, James boldly declined the offer, favouring his belief in purpose over profit.

Recent statistics have highlighted gender and regional disparities across the UK. The Government-founded High Growth Enterprise Taskforce plans to tackle this issue.

Now in its fifth year, World Summit AI Americas will return to Montréal on 19th and 20th April 2023 and once again bring together global AI leaders from enterprise, big tech, startups, academia, law, government and investment to tackle the most burning AI issues and set the global AI agenda.

The Saudi Financial Academy and AstroLabs have come together to offer a future-forward data for fintech training program aimed at inspiring the next generation of fintech pioneers in Saudi Arabia. Taking place in May 2023, the program will provide young, ambitious individuals with an opportunity to immerse themselves in a five-week bootcamp exploring data technologies, AI-powered technologies, data analytics, as well as business & prototype development. 

From startups just beginning to find a route to market, to well-established businesses with multiple product lines, branding is one of the most important assets a company has.

With the cost-of-living crisis putting pressure on household incomes, the need for flexible payment options has never been more urgent, as customers seek alternative ways to pay for those all-important purchases.

Being shortlisted offers tremendous benefits to your business, so if ‘not’ winning phases you, stop right there. Let us tell you what being shortlisted can do for your business!

On 25th and 26th April 2023 at ExCel London, The Watercooler will return for its second year to challenge the status quo and focus on the future of workplace wellbeing, HR, mental health, and employee culture. A free-to-attend two-day event, it will offer access to over 100+ speakers, conferences, workshop sessions, networking opportunities and a vibrant exhibition space showcasing leaders in workplace culture.

Research released today by Towergate Health & Protection reveals the changing concerns of employers in today’s world.

Karta, a fast-growing metaverse studio pioneering the world of in-game experiential marketing for musicians, brands and sports teams, has announced ex-Virgin EMI Records senior director and music industry veteran Tony Barnes as its co-founder.

From now until 31st March, new and current Virgin Media O2 small business customers eligible for contract renewal can enjoy 3 months of free Voom Fibre business broadband on all Solus, Bundle and Volt packages on a minimum 24-month contract.