Innovation doesn’t happen in isolation – it happens when people, places and purpose come together.

Strategy gets a bad rap, and in many cases, it’s self-inflicted and has earned that reputation. You may have had your fingers burnt, wasted money on it, or just have perceptions of it being a misdirection of your precious resources, completely impractical or unrealistic due to the realities of a fledgling business.

As organisations continue to move their businesses to the cloud for scalability, reduced costs and improved performance, the idea of ‘digital sovereignty’ is becoming increasingly important.

The job market is difficult to crack, and this is especially true for the technology industry. A challenging economic climate has led to reduced funding and investment for startups and major tech companies. Consequently, layoffs, restructuring, and company closures have become common, leaving many skilled individuals at various levels seeking reemployment.

In early-stage businesses, there are three types of companies: those created by experts, those created by salespeople, and those created by numbers people.

The UK Space Agency Accelerator, delivered through a partnership with the UK Space Agency, Entrepreneurial Spark, and Exotopic, offers multiple opportunities for intrepid entrepreneurs to develop their businesses in the space sector.

The UN General Assembly recently adopted a landmark resolution on the promotion of "safe, secure and trustworthy" artificial intelligence (AI) systems that will also benefit sustainable development for all. The resolution, backed by more than 120 Member States, highlighted the “respect, protection and promotion of human rights” in the design, development, deployment and use of AI.

Whether you call it; a quick pitch, an elevator pitch, a concise summary, a 30-second pow-wow intro, or a vision/mission statement… introductions are super important.

Last year was a punch in the face for many startup founders. Not only did investor appetite dry up, but client buying behaviour did too.

The growth of a startup can be exhilarating yet demanding. One moment, you're managing a handful of engineers; the next, an entire development team is needed. Attracting top international talent is crucial in this fast-paced environment, but competition is fierce.

In recent years, affiliate marketing has experienced several significant changes in the world of technology and digital, successfully adapting to its needs.

With 60% of startups in the UK failing in the first three years and almost three-quarters of small business owners experiencing cash flow issues, it’s not surprising to learn that almost two-thirds (65%) of small business owners wish they had known more about accountancy before starting their business.

The fear of missing out has sparked a surge in multi-billion-dollar investments in generative AI startups.

With Gen Z set to constitute around a third of the world’s workforce by 2025, it’s fundamental that employers listen to their needs and create an environment where they can thrive. According to a Deloitte survey, Gen Z are uniquely motivated by environmental and social issues and make career decisions based on their values.

Tech has received a lot of bad press recently regarding mass layoffs and threats of AI replacing jobs. According to Statista, the drop in skills shortages among organisations in 2020 was mostly due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic that impacted companies' ability to hire.

In the past year, the UK’s tech sector has witnessed the rise of several new job roles, mirroring the dynamic nature of the tech landscape. These include roles such as AI ethics experts, blockchain programmers and architects for the Metaverse. The prominence of these roles reflects how fast-changing the industry is, and how businesses need to keep up in order to stay relevant.

In this Q&A, business leader, author, and mortgage adviser, Gary Das – founder of Active Financial – discusses the difficulties SME business owners face when applying for a mortgage.

AI has the potential to bring huge growth at a rapid pace to scaling businesses. But there are a range of legal issues to bear in mind.

Trying to trade shares in unlisted companies doesn't come without a few headaches. JP Jenkins, powered by InfinitX technology, could potentially end decades of frustration and address calls from the government for pension funds to give more support to ‘fast growth’ firms.

ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition associated with an approximately 30% developmental delay in executive functioning skills, including self-awareness, emotional regulation, impulsivity and motivation. These can result in significant challenges relating to the wellbeing of employees with ADHD in the workplace, especially without proper support in place.