Rori Cadavieco, General Manager of EMEA at Jeeves discusses the rise of all-in-one finance platforms, and why these platforms are advantageous to startups.

On the long journey from a classroom idea to a scalable app, what's the true measure of success? For Edtech startup founders, who have pioneered solutions driven by a desire to make a difference to children’s learning, this question can be both perplexing and pivotal.

Introduced to the UK Parliament in March 2023, The Data Protection and Digital Information (No.2) Bill is currently at the House of Commons Report Stage. And though it may still be subject to change, the suggested amendments will impact businesses, so it is worth getting prepared.

Running a business takes still and commitment. However, not all business leaders have a long- term vision of how to keep both finances and company books in check. This can quickly lead to the downfall of a small business.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has the potential to entirely transform the way businesses today operate. If used correctly, this innovative technology can boost operational efficiency, increase profit margins, reduce risk and enhance the customer experience.

Look the word ‘impact’ up in a dictionary and you’ll find two definitions – the first about one object coming into forcible contact with another. The second about the creation of a ‘marked or visible effect’. While that might sound fairly general, in the investment world ‘impact’ has come to mean something more specific.

From supply chain disruption to rising levels of inflation, today’s businesses are having to navigate an increasingly challenging economic environment. On top of this, consumer expectations are also changing, meaning corporates must find ways of driving growth and staying competitive on smaller budgets.

In early 2023, UK startup Britishvolt, filed for administration after struggling to raise funds for a major electric vehicle (EV) battery factory in northern England. The episode is classed as another damning blow to the UK’s hopes of building a home-grown battery industry, with the country falling further behind in the global race to build batteries. Here, Roger Brereton, Head of Sales at steering parts manufacturer Pailton Engineering, explores the reasons why startups often struggle to bring vehicles to market.

In today’s interconnected world, which is inundated with rapidly developing technology offerings and enhancements, ensuring the workforce has the range of skills needed to both empower them and maximise their impact is crucial.

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning adoption is increasing across virtually every industry, but their impact has been particularly notable in the fintech and financial services sector.

Sarah Gilchriest, Chief People Officer of Workforce Learning, the group encompassing QA, Circus Street and Cloud Academy, discusses how more skills training within SMEs could close the productivity gap and boost the economy.

As a startup, you might already know the value of knowledge and learning new things. Yet, if I were to ask you what is Web3, only the shrewdest might be able to answer. A study released in early 2023 showed only 18% of male and 7% of female respondents have heard the term. But, if we were to ask the same question about NFTs, that number jumps substantially. Yet things like NFTs, that have already generated millions of dollars, work closely with and promise to be a big part of this ‘next iteration of the Internet’.

Are you a marketer feeling apprehensive about the rise of artificial intelligence? I was in the same boat just six months ago. As my LinkedIn feed became inundated with AI-related articles and updates, I couldn't help but worry about its implications for my role. Would AI render me obsolete? Would it create a massive skills gap if I failed to embrace it, much like the digital and social revolution of the noughties?

A retailer is nothing without a great product. And a great product is nothing without the right people knowing about it. Perception matters.

Conferences stand as a unique platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, startups, investors, innovators, and PR specialists to forge connections, exchange insights, and showcase their ventures. As entrepreneurs ourselves, we comprehend the significance of these events and the opportunities they offer.

BankiFi are on a campaign to bust the myths surrounding digital-only neobanks being the most viable option to the sole trader and small business.

Navigating the current fluctuations in the UK energy market poses challenges for small and startup businesses seeking to invest in green projects.  As we make strides towards meeting the UK’s 2050 net zero targets, it is now more critical than ever to enable businesses to achieve their net-zero goals.

In the fast-paced world of finance, established companies often prioritise large, lucrative markets, driven by the pursuit of scale and profitability (think Revolut and its pursuit of its UK banking licence). However, amidst this focus on the mainstream, there are overlooked opportunities in smaller, niche markets that may seem too small and undeserving to bigger financial players.

From in-person drops to online queues, to raffles, to bots and scalpers – how did buying a pair of trainers become so difficult?

With an ever-growing need for solutions to combat climate change and drive decarbonisation, cleantech continues to grow at an accelerated rate, with female founders increasingly at the forefront of developing smart and sustainable solutions.