The Monaco Grand Prix epitomises racing prestige and performance. While drivers push their limits on the track, it’s the team behind them – the pitstop team – that frequently gets them to pole position.

Thanks to its spirit of creativity, immense cultural diversity, and rich tradition of free enquiry and scientific investigation, Europe has always been a hub for innovation. In more recent times, much of this innovation has taken place in the continent’s startup ecosystem, with tech entrepreneurs and companies, in particular, leading the way.

When businesses venture into new markets, some encounter obstacles stemming from past failures, while others grapple with uncertainty regarding where to start or which direction to pursue. This challenge isn’t limited to startups; it also impacts medium and large companies alike.

The UK tech industry has weathered Brexit blues to dominate the rankings of European tech. By some estimates, London’s tech scene now ranks second only to Silicon Valley.

The United Kingdom, the second-ranked startup ecosystem that has produced success stories like Wise and Revolut, has seen a notable decline in its cities rankings according to the latest Global Startup Ecosystem Index by StartupBlink.

In the 2010 biographical drama, The Social Network, which portrays the founding of Facebook, the initial excitement and success of a startup turns sour and ends in legal battles and betrayal. While a very extreme case, the film highlights a common issue that startups run into, says Dan Adams, co-founder of legal advice for startup businesses specialist, Arbor Law.

For an eCommerce entrepreneur, the demands of running an online store can quickly become overwhelming.

The landscape of digital banking is evolving, with innovative players like Revolut and Chase Bank at the forefront. This article provides a comparison of these two financial powerhouses, examining their services, fees, user experience, and security measures.

TS Anil is the CEO of Monzo, the challenger bank known for its innovative approach to personal finance. With the tagline “making money work for you”, the fintech has big competitors in the banking space, but is continuing to grow year on year.

Grace Beverley is the founder of three businesses: fashion brand TALA, fitness brand Shreddy, and planner & organisation brand The Productivity Method.

The prevalence of smartphones among the majority of global Internet users today underscores a mobile-centric reality. Consumers now enjoy a plethora of devices and diverse interactive mobile communication platforms. The significance of contextual and timely customer connection has never been more pronounced. Hence, it’s unsurprising that the world of virtual reality (VR) is booming and set to impact every industry.

The 3DEXPERIENCE Lab, from Dassault Systèmes, is an open innovation laboratory and startup accelerator that focuses on empowering and nurturing startups, entrepreneurs, and makers as they develop groundbreaking projects.

Recent economic turbulence, marked by high inflation, has put a huge amount of pressure on SMEs. But despite the challenging environment, some business operations, notably overseas travel, appear to be doing well.

Standing trackside at the recent Monaco Grand Prix alongside our portfolio of tech startup founders, there was a sense of alignment as we watched on as the finest in cars, engineering, and driving precision went head-to-head around one of the world’s most renowned circuits.

Economic uncertainty has become a household term over the past few years. The general public is suffering from a chronic case of whiplash, bouncing back and forth between conflicting opinions over the health of the economy and job market. Regardless of low unemployment rates or the increasing stock market index, over half of the US population still believes the country is in a recession.

At a recent ChipStart UK Showcase event, Startups Magazine sat down to hear Neil Parris, Commercial Director, Arm speak with Cohort 1 CEOs.

Silicon Catalyst.UK, the UK arm of the startup incubator dedicated to fostering semiconductor solutions, hosted an event to celebrate semiconductor startups and to discuss the industry.

Imagine the scene. It’s November 2023 and the UK government is hosting the inaugural AI Safety Summit at Bletchley Park. The broad consensus is that the UK is strongly positioned to stake a claim for global AI leadership. As recently as February, things seemed to be on the same trajectory with the government proclaiming a “pro-innovation” approach to regulating AI.

At some point in time, all startup founders consider monetisation of their business. Personally, I believe that if there's an opportunity to monetise from day one, it should be pursued immediately. A startup that earns revenue from the start gains a significant advantage over competitors who are still striving for profitability.

Being able to access data and insights is a non-negotiable in today’s business world. Implementing an efficient, up-to-date IT system is no longer just a tactic to try and gain a competitive advantage; it's now a hygiene factor when it comes to ensuring day-to-day operations continue to run smoothly.