Login Positivity levels rise amongst SMEs, but supply chain challenges remain UK SMEs are feeling increasingly confident about the future of their businesses, according to the ‘Alibaba.com B2B Sentiment Survey’ by Alibaba.com, a platform for global business-to-business (B2B) e-commerce. News 1 year ago
Login Heat Geek secures £4.2M to fuel the heat pump revolution Heat Geek, the sustainable energy startup, has announced its Seed funding achievement of £3.7 million, bringing the total raised in 2023 to £4.2 million to power its mission to decarbonise homes via heat pump technology on a national scale. Funding 1 year ago
Login Becoming a ‘shake-up’ ready brand Blockbusters, the 90s video rental chain, is all too often rolled out as the example of a business seemingly blindsided by technological innovation, whose collapse saw it go from 9000 stores worldwide in 2004 to just one in 2018. Brand 1 year ago
Login How PropTech is transforming global real estate Startups Magazine recently attended the London PropTech show which shined a light on the various developments happening within the realm of PropTech. News 1 year ago
Login Silence Laboratories Raises $4.1M to Enable Privacy-Preserving Collaborative Computing In the modern era, large corporations are striving to utilise their customers' data to enhance AI-driven experiences. However, a significant obstacle in capitalising on this potential is the escalating public concern over data privacy. The increased processing of data introduces the risk of data breaches by hackers and malicious insiders. Funding 1 year ago
Login Frendo launches workplace support programme for endometriosis The first-of-its-kind dedicated workplace support programme for people who suffer with endometriosis has been launched by the digital health app frendo to coincide with Endometriosis Awareness Month. Startups 1 year ago
Login VR training platform MOONHUB takes investment to $4.5m MOONHUB, the virtual reality interactive training platform, has today announced an investment of $1.4 million (£1.1 million) led by Danish VC Unconventional Ventures, taking its total raised to $4.5 million (£3.57 million). Pi Labs and Ada Ventures both followed on their previous investments. Funding 1 year ago
Login Exploring the power of super apps for businesses Today, shoppers are looking for simple ways purchase goods and services, no matter where they are or what time it is. They want a shopping experience that's made just for them, available all day, every day. Features 1 year ago
Login The Hustle Awards: Top Performing Team The Hustle Awards are back for 2024, and Startups Magazine is here to help you through the entry process. News 1 year ago
Login Government entities meet with VC firms to discuss Innovation The UK Government came together with multiple venture capital firms to discuss how they can work more effectively with the innovators who lead the development of new technologies that address challenges. These included those that are decarbonising the economy, adapting to climate change, and safely harnessing AI. News 1 year ago
Login Navigating the Asia-Pacific Market for European and UK startups The world of business today knows no borders, and European startups are no exception. The Asia-Pacific region, with its diverse markets and immense opportunities, has become an enticing destination for businesses looking to expand their footprint. Features 1 year ago
Login Layoffs and AI fears push Gen Z towards self-made careers and side hustles In the midst of ongoing job instability in 2024, new data from the UK indicates that a significant portion (69%) of individuals aged 16-26 are either contemplating or have already embarked on careers in freelancing, self-employment, and side hustles, as opposed to traditional full-time roles. News 1 year ago
Login Introducing Pi Labs’ latest Growth Programme cohort Venture capital firm Pi Labs has unveiled the latest cohort of startups for its 2024 Growth Programme. News 1 year ago
Login Sitehop raises £5M to develop cybersecurity solutions for complex communication networks Sitehop, a startup in networking encryption solutions, announces that it has raised £5 million in Seed funding. Funding 1 year ago
Login A manager's guide to preventing toxicity Have you ever been part of a toxic work environment? Did you feel like your higher-ups were failing to protect staff from bullying and harassment? Toxicity in the workplace comes in many different shapes and sizes but, with a number of high-profile claims appearing in the news in recent months, managers throughout the UK must act to prevent a toxic work culture from forming. Startups 1 year ago