I know, I’m walking a tightrope here. As someone who is well aware of the extremely tenuous analogies that are cropping up on LinkedIn (“what my recent proposal to my fiancé taught me about running a startup”), I’m not going to make the bold claim that running a startup is like running a family. However, and bear with me here, there are some similarities.

In recent years, the European Union (EU) has intensified its scrutiny of mergers and acquisitions, as well as different launches within the tech sector. As regulators aim to maintain competition and protect consumer interests, an increasing number of high-profile deals have faced stringent reviews or outright rejections.

Startup founders have a to-do list as long as their arm, and investing in crypto almost certainly isn’t on it. After all, crypto is just for speculators, major institutions and multinational enterprises, right?

Following an artificial intelligence (AI) boom in the last few years, countries around the world have been racing to develop regulations and establish themselves as leaders in the field.

Employment tribunals can be long, costly, stressful and risk damaging the reputation of both employee and employer when workplace relations turn sour.

In the angry world of the internet, it’s impossible to avoid p*ssing people off – so you might as well stop worrying about it.

The pace of change in the modern era is unprecedented, driven by technology advances in existing markets and the emergence and growth of new markets enabled by advanced semiconductor technologies and AI allowing applications to gather, process, and interpret enormous amounts of data to provide insights.

The Hearth is a women-only co-working space located in the heart of Queens Park. “It provides a much-needed, dedicated space for female members to invest in themselves,” commented Oi Leng Lui, Co-Founder of The Hearth.

Spain is often regarded as a startup hotspot, and Barcelona is often people’s first thought when it comes to startup cities, especially as it is known for its big startup events and innovation.

Almost every startup I’ve worked in has had a portfolio Finance Director. It’s a concept which has been around for a long time, and it makes perfect sense.

New research suggests a rise in small business confidence following the formation of the new Government. A study by Novuna Business Finance, surveying 1,000 small business owners and senior managers, found that 68% of companies are now considering new projects to drive growth, up from 66% earlier this year.

In the last few years, we have witnessed some of the most seismic changes to the IT security landscape; from global pandemics and geo-political issues to a global energy crisis, to growing cybersecurity threats, to multiple country elections and subdued economic conditions.

The fast-paced advancements in fintech are reshaping industries by making financial services more accessible, intuitive, and customised to meet consumer demands. This surge in innovation is reaching beyond the realm of traditional finance, offering eCommerce platforms the chance to integrate fintech solutions that not only elevate customer experience but also boost revenue, streamline operations, and unlock substantial cost savings.

Six years have passed since the implementation of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), yet the landscape of global data privacy regulations continues to evolve with considerable divergence between the EU and countries like the US and the UK.

Giving up a high-flying corporate career to become the founder of a wellness startup is not a move you make lightly. I bailed out of a decade-long position as a corporate lawyer to launch gut health brand JERMS in 2023. And I don’t regret a thing.

For AI startups, choosing a GPU provider is one of the most important decisions they will make. The right provider can be the key to explosive growth, while the wrong one can be a massive drain on already limited cash reserves.

Being a university spinout is already a unique way to bring about a new startup, filled with its own set of challenges and rewards – but what about transitioning beyond that phase?

Startups interact with numerous stakeholders online. To be perceived as a reliable business partner from the start, it is crucial for them to choose a secure collaboration platform.

In today’s rapidly changing markets, adapting to evolving buyer behaviours and sales enablement challenges is crucial. Damjan Haylor, CEO of POPcomms, with over 25 years of experience, notes that shifting expectations and dynamic market conditions present not just challenges but significant opportunities for growth.

In today’s rapidly evolving business environment, there are more fast-paced changes and challenges than ever. Businesses face more competitive markets, and unpredictability is influenced by geopolitical conflicts and economic issues. This is why calculated risk-taking has become more crucial than ever for entrepreneurial success.