From the 13th of November, businesses will need to complete their VAT registration online as part of HMRC’s Making Tax Digital (MTD) strategy.  

When it comes to running a business, every minute and penny counts towards its success. However, new research from Capital on Tap shows that over two-fifths (45%) of UK business owners work for free, and are asked to work at discounted rates an average of 75 times per year.

SupplyWell, the edtech supply solution, is thrilled to announce a significant milestone with a recent investment of £1 million.

Nu Quantum, the Cambridge-based quantum networking company, has announced that it has raised £7 million in a pre-series A round.

Mangopay, a bespoke payment infrastructure provider for platforms, has announced a partnership with Aria, a prominent entity in the deferred payment infrastructure space catering to B2B marketplaces and platforms.

Mentor Group has launched the Revenue Velocity Accelerator, a comprehensive solution designed for sustainable revenue growth within any organisation. This integrated offering merges the pinnacle of Mentor Group’s expertise in revenue advisory services, promoting a fundamental shift in process, instruments, and behaviour.

Kvanted Ventures, a new investment firm focusing on early-stage industrial technology startups in Northern Europe, has recently unveiled its inaugural fund of €70 million. The venture, established by Maria Wasastjerna, Eerik Paasikivi, and Axel Ahlström, distinguishes itself as the Nordic region's first dedicated industrial technology investor.

WeWork, the prominent shared office provider, faced a severe setback as it has been forced to file for bankruptcy in the US.

British tech startup Dootrix has carved a niche for itself in the burgeoning cloud services sector, attracting some of the nation's foremost brands with its bespoke cloud capabilities that are revolutionising their operational models. This has set the stage for robust growth and lucrative returns for its investors.

BPP Education Group announced a £5 million Series A investment in and partnership with the UK-based education technology firm, xUnlocked, the operator of Sustainability Unlocked.

SpinDrive, a Finnish company providing affordable active magnetic bearings for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), has secured a €3.8 million Series A funding round.

The Corporate Wellbeing Expo is delighted to announce that former World Heavyweight Champion, Frank Bruno, will be the Headline Keynote Speaker at the event. Bruno is set to take the stage at the ExCeL, London on March 13th at 3:30pm, where he will share his remarkable journey and discuss the impact of mental health on both his life and career.

Vodafone Business has confirmed the renewal of its alliance with Steven Bartlett, extending the partnership for an additional year.

Vanta, the trust management platform, has released its annual State of Trust Report, an in-depth analysis uncovering global trends in security, compliance and the future of trust.

Calmer, an award-winning training organisation empowering entrepreneurs, freelancers, and business teams to prevent burnout and nurture good mental health, have been commissioned to identify how best to support London’s gig economy workers. After extensive research into the issues, they have launched a survey for gig workers to have their say up until 20th November, and following this will host a free webinar, open to gig workers, entrepreneurs, and businesses who are dedicated to supporting the wellbeing of those in the gig economy.

Yourgene Health, a member of the Novacyt company collective, has initiated the first local non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) service in Morocco at the Centre de Biologie Riad (Laboriad), utilising the IONA test.

GreyScout, a SaaS platform focused on online brand protection, has announced a seed investment of €3.5 million, elevating its total capital raised to €4.5 million.

Investment Futures 24, an event scheduled for 28th November in London, is poised to delve into the investment scene for 2024, focusing on innovation-driven startups, scaleups, and spin-outs.

Quantum Motion, a quantum computing scaleup from the UK, founded by Professor John Morton from University College London and Professor Simon Benjamin from the University of Oxford, has initiated a flagship academic collaboration with the University of Pennsylvania.

In the shadow of the tech giant WeWork's bankruptcy and the unfolding legal battles facing Meta across numerous US states, the focus on unicorn companies has intensified.