Oxford University Innovation proposes a new target to increase the proportion of women founders or co-founders from 15 per cent in 2015-16 to 50 per cent by 2030. The University of Oxford’s Increasing Diversity in Enterprising Activities (IDEA) initiative aims to promote inclusivity in entrepreneurial activities, first tackling the under-representation of women in entrepreneurship. Over the past eight years, the proportion of women founders and co-founders of spinout companies at the University of Oxford has roughly doubled to over 28 per cent.

London-based Ada Ventures, an inclusive VC firm that supports breakthrough ideas, has announced the close of an oversubscribed £63 million fund designed to support a diverse cohort of early-stage founders.

Founders at the University of Cambridge, the premier initiative aimed at empowering and expediting the impact of University founders, has announced the 11 venture science startups participating in its inaugural Start Accelerator programme.

Necture, previously known as Ubiq, a technology firm at the forefront of accelerating the adoption of electric fleets, recently declared that it has secured additional investment, elevating its total Series A funding to €7 million.

The impressive impact of the rising tide of UK female founders has been spotlighted at a special International Women’s Day reception at the House of Lords.

Deep Science Ventures and CGIAR’s Alliance of Bioversity International & CIAT (The Alliance) announce a strategic partnership to advance their mutual Agriculture, Health, Environmental, and Climate objectives, through the Venture Science Doctorate (VSD).

The Hustle Awards stands as the paramount acknowledgment in the realm of tech startups, distinguished by a rigorous and impartial adjudication process led by esteemed luminaries in the business sphere.

Airnguru, specialising in pricing intelligence, fare management, and price automation for airlines, disclosed today that it has raised $1 million in pre-Series A funding.

Tim Levy, the founder and CEO of AI startup Twyn, has called on the UK Government to reevaluate its AI strategy, emphasising the need for a greater focus on the media, film, music, and entertainment sectors to establish the UK as a global AI pioneer.

UK-based Dexory is revolutionising the logistics industry with the launch of its groundbreaking AI-powered logistics engine, designed to enhance operational efficiency, optimise inventory management, and improve warehouse agility and responsiveness.

Nordic Science Investments (NSI), bridging academia and the private sector, seeks to assist researchers and universities in transforming inventions into prosperous enterprises. NSI extends beyond financial investment, offering strategic support, connections to global networks, and advice on team formation, helping early-stage spinout companies to commence their business activities.

In celebration of Mother's Day, we have delved into the innovative realm of startups that have not only captured the market's attention but have also woven their tech-driven solutions into the hearts of mothers worldwide to make the hardest job in the world slightly less difficult.

Manufacturing specialist Get It Made has announced the launch of its 2024 grant to help encourage the next generation of women in UK engineering by taking female-led organisations to the next level.

International Women’s Day is celebrated in the month of March every year, and we have taken this as an opportunity to shine a spotlight on 10 inspirational female founders.

The Hustle Awards are back for 2024, and Startups Magazine is here to help you through the entry process.