In a market increasingly defined by a “rush to quality,” venture capital firms are finding it harder than ever to win the most competitive deals. With fewer standout startups raising money and those that do often commanding sky-high valuations, VCs are under pressure to evolve.

Fiberdom, a pioneer in wood fibre material innovation, has secured €3.5 million in funding to accelerate the development and scaling of its patented technology and its high-performance, 100% plastic-free material. Fiberdom’s mission is to replace non-essential plastics with scalable, circular solutions.

How often have you said yes to something that didn’t feel right just to avoid discomfort? And what has that cost you? Your wellbeing, your work, or the impact you set out to create?

As soon as we log onto the internet, we're immediately bombarded with content. Just 30 seconds on Instagram can expose you to dozens of images and ads – it's overwhelming.

Scaling a business is one thing. But retaining a sense of community amongst customers and users as the business grows – something which their continued custom and loyalty relies on – is another thing entirely.

Launching a new product or service is the culmination of countless hours of work, research, and ambition. It’s a thrilling moment, one that entrepreneurs dream about, yet often fear in equal measure.

There’s something magical about a live event. The buzz of anticipation as guests arrive, the spark of connection when like-minded people come together, and the electric feeling when an inspiring speaker commands the room.

The landscape of app and game distribution is undergoing a profound transformation due to introduction of new tech regulations all around the world. With these laws, alternative app stores are now coming to take their market share from giants like the App Store and Google Play.  

E-commerce has undergone a major transformation over the past 25 years and now stands at a pivotal crossroads, influenced by a variety of emerging trends. In the early 2000s, online retail accounted for just a small fraction of total sales.

With over 25 years in tech and product management, I have learned a thing or two about seizing opportunities and breaking down challenges. Becoming a Senior Accredited Coach demonstrated to me the transformational effects coaching has on product leadership, particularly in fast-paced startups where pivoting is a vital and often brutal part of the journey.

As electric vehicle (EV) adoption gains momentum, businesses investing in EV infrastructure have a prime opportunity to transform their assets into profitable revenue streams.  

In the digital age, effective communication with customers is crucial for business success. Startups, in particular, must carefully consider their options when selecting a communication platform as a service (CPaaS) to ensure seamless interactions, enhance engagement, and improve operational efficiency.

As the Internet of Things (IoT) revolutionises industries, startups are increasingly seeking efficient ways to manage their IoT SIM cards. These platforms are essential for startups aiming to leverage IoT technology to its fullest potential.

About 90% of startups failed in 2024, underscoring the brutal reality of today’s competitive e-commerce landscape.

Starting a business is exciting and exiting one successfully is just as exciting and as much of a learning curve as the rest of that journey. But if you’re a true entrepreneur, the itch to build, breathe life into a business and to ‘create’ never really goes away.

Japan and South Korea are at the forefront of a demographic shift that will define the coming decades, as both countries grapple with rapidly ageing societies and declining birth rates.

The traditional network structure of tax and accounting practices has long been a cornerstone of the sector, enabling smaller local and regional firms to access advice internationally. As the global business landscape evolves into the innovation era, it is becoming increasingly clear that this model may not fully align with the dynamic needs of the international, scaleup economy.

As AI-powered search continues to grow and develop, understanding how platforms like ChatGPT rank and recommend content – and how to optimise for them – is becoming increasingly important for businesses and SEO professionals.

As artificial intelligence (AI) transforms industries and workspaces, it is becoming clear that the technology is not here to replace jobs, but to shape the future of organisations and the way we work.

Managing a team is one of the most challenging and important parts of being a leader. Whether a finance leader who’s putting together a team for an emerging startup or someone who has managed one person or a team for many years, this article will reiterate some of the key elements to consider when it comes to developing a finance team. Based on lessons that I have learnt after almost 20 years of working as a finance leader with startups and scaleups.