A recent survey by Helm, a UK based entrepreneur network, revealed that 60% of its members are contemplating leaving the country to avoid a potential rise in Capital Gains Tax (CGT).

Despite the widespread availability of gigabit connectivity across London, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the capital continue to struggle with slow and unreliable broadband. High costs and complex procurement processes are deterring many SMEs from securing the reliable internet services they need, creating a significant barrier to productivity, innovation, and competitiveness.

Xiphera, a Finnish startup specialising in hardware-based security solutions, has unveiled a project to develop quantum-resilient Authenticated Boot and Hardware Root of Trust systems for space-grade semiconductor architectures.

In recognition of World Suicide Prevention Day on Tuesday, 10th September 2024, Towergate Health & Protection is urging employers to reassess their mental health support systems for employees.

CardiaTec, a biotech company focused on decoding the biology behind cardiovascular disease, has announced the successful completion of a $6.5 million seed funding round. This capital injection will enable CardiaTec to enhance its platform and advance its proprietary drug targets into the preclinical phase.

NanoSyrinx, a synthetic biology company pioneering nanosyringes for targeted intracellular delivery of biologic therapeutics, has secured approximately £10 million ($13 million) in a new financing round.

A growing number of Gen Z professionals are expressing a desire to return to the office more frequently, with 80% seeking in-person mentoring and learning opportunities that remote work cannot fully provide.

A diamond may be forever.

But let’s take a moment to consider the staying power of the 'know, like, and trust factor' in business too. If I had a penny for every time I’ve heard that little marketing chestnut, I’d be sitting on my yacht right now.

An opportunity to secure £150,000 in funding, advertising, and resource support is now open to entrepreneurs from less advantaged backgrounds outside of London, thanks to Havas Boost, an entrepreneurship programme launched by Havas Media Network UK.

easyJet has partnered with JetZero to develop an innovative blended-wing aircraft, promising up to 50% lower fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions compared to traditional tube-and-wing designs. These future aircrafts also hold the potential to be hydrogen-powered.

Hello Inside, a metabolic health service using Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) technology tailored for women, has secured €1.65 million in seed funding.

Finnish company Kuva Space, specialising in hyperspectral microsatellites and AI-powered insights, announced the successful conclusion of the Sunstorm CubeSat mission.

The role of a Transformation Advisor has become increasingly crucial in today’s evolving corporate world. They are not only consultants but catalysts for change, helping organisations navigate complex transformations while ensuring that all voices, especially those of underrepresented groups, are heard.

Melt&Marble, known for its precision-engineered designer fats, has reached a significant breakthrough by scaling its fat fermentation process to volumes in the tens of thousands of litres.

Nominations are now open for The Fintech Power 50 2025, the annual guide showcasing the most influential and innovative companies, along with visionary leaders shaping the future of the fintech industry.

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

Have you noticed what it feels like when you read something – an email, a social media post, a brochure, an ad – that really speaks to you? It moves you on some level. It makes you think this brand gets me. That is what brilliant marketing does. It speaks to your target audience almost viscellary. 

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.

Vanta, the leading trust management platform, today announced new product features and key milestones aimed at automating GRC workflows and enhancing visibility across security and compliance programs. With the launch of the new Report Centre, improvements to Vendor Risk Management (VRM), and expanded integration capabilities, Vanta is empowering GRC and security teams to maintain a continuous, proactive approach to governance, risk, and compliance.

A groundbreaking new festival, Niyo Fest, is set to land in Birmingham from October 3-5, bringing together underrepresented communities and leading innovators in culture and technology. Anticipating over 10,000 attendees, the event aims to connect and inspire through a diverse lineup of global speakers, entrepreneurs, and performers.

buycycle, Europe’s leading marketplace for premium pre-owned bikes, marked its one-year anniversary in the US market with rapid growth, making it the company’s fastest-expanding region to date.

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.

reMarkable has introduced the reMarkable Paper Pro, a paper tablet that redefines the digital writing experience. Boasting an 11.8-inch colour display, an adjustable reading light, and an unparalleled paper-like feel, the Paper Pro is designed to support professionals in capturing and refining their ideas in an increasingly distracting world.

Planes, a renowned digital product studio, proudly announced its pivotal role in developing Slice Mobile, the UK’s first eSIM-only mobile network. By crafting the Slice Mobile app, Planes has made eSIM technology more accessible, setting a new benchmark for a streamlined, user-friendly mobile experience.

Lineage, a global leader in temperature-controlled warehousing, recently unveiled more information about its Food Chain Innovation Challenge, revealing the judging panels and the grand prize.

Palm, a fintech startup based in Sweden and the Netherlands, has raised $6.1 million in seed funding to modernise cash management for enterprise treasury teams. The funding round was led by Speedinvest and Target Global, with participation from Upfin, Liquid2, and Greens. The round also included investments from notable angels like Job van der Voort, Founder & CEO of Remote, and Philippe Teixeira da Mota, former partner at Hedosophia.

Malcom Finance, formerly known as 4Trans, has appointed Michal Šmída, the founder of Twisto, as a Non-Executive Director to help shape its strategic direction. Šmída brings a wealth of experience in building and scaling fintech businesses, which will support Malcom Finance’s growth ambitions.

HM Treasury has officially confirmed the extension of the Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) sunset clause to 2035, ensuring that EIS relief and Venture Capital Trusts relief will apply to shares issued before 6 April 2035.

The Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority (ECA) has announced the 20 startups selected for Cohort 05 of the Anjal Z Techstars Founder Catalyst Program, designed to drive innovation in early childhood development. Partnered with Techstars, the program supports startups focused on children aged 0-8 and their families, with a commitment to enhancing health and nutrition, early care and education, child protection, and family support.

South Summit Korea, co-organised by IE University, the Government of Gyeonggi and GBSA (Gyenggido Business & Science Accelerator), has announced the 30 finalist startups of its Startup Competition. The finalist projects come from 10 different countries and will compete to be crowned the best startup in the fields of Deep Tech and Artificial Intelligence. The first edition of South Summit Korea will be held from September 25 to 27 in the Korean province of Gyeonggi.

New research highlights a disconnect between UK managers' self-assessments and the experiences of those they manage, with over two-thirds (67%) of UK employees having left or considered leaving their job due to poor management.

Registration is now open for the South Summit Madrid 2025 startup Competition, co-organised by IE University to select the most innovative and disruptive projects in the market. Interested startups can submit their applications before January 31 through the following link:

New research from BrightHR reveals significant uncertainty among UK business owners regarding Labour’s proposed employment law reforms.

Digital Catapult has unveiled its first International Supply Chain Accelerator, aimed at revolutionising global supply chains through cutting-edge deeptech solutions. The programme introduces two key initiatives: Seamless Trade Across Borders and Product Carbon Footprint Measurement, both designed to enhance supply chain resilience and promote international industrial sustainability.

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.

Herbert Smith Freehills has teamed up with Carbon13 to support the development of high-impact climatetech startups aimed at reducing global greenhouse gas emissions.

As we celebrate National Payroll Week, it’s important to recognise the vital role that payroll professionals and processes play in ensuring a business runs smoothly. For startup founders, navigating the complexities of payroll can be especially challenging amid the pressures of managing daily operations, growing the business, recruiting talent, and ensuring profitability.

Stylus, a startup aiming to transform teacher workloads through AI-powered marking and feedback, has raised £500,000 in a funding round led by Sure Valley Ventures, a venture capital firm focused on AI-driven innovation.

Retrograde, the AI talent agency for content creators co-founded by Grace Beverley, has raised €1.8 million in pre-seed funding.

PolyAI is a startup that builds customer-led voice assistants that can carry natural conversations with customers to solve their problems.

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.

Tapping into the power of multilingual paid marketing can help you break new markets, attract new audiences, and engage with people in their native languages – but there’s more to it than simply translating your existing ads into a different language.

Over a six-week period, a panel of more than 170 experts selected 41 international startups to participate in the 11-week Kickstart Innovation programme in Switzerland. These startups now have the chance to connect with key decision-makers, test and scale their business models, and secure significant deals.

Custocy is set to enhance its AI-powered network detection and response (NDR) platform by integrating Enea Qosmos' deep packet inspection (DPI) and intrusion detection (IDS) software libraries. This collaboration aims to boost the platform's accuracy, performance, and product differentiation through enhanced traffic visibility and efficient data inspection.

Recent research from HiBob has highlighted a significant challenge for businesses: seven in ten managers believe that companies struggle to effectively manage younger employees. This generational tension is further underscored by nearly a quarter of Brits expressing a desire to replace younger workers with their older counterparts if given the chance.

Glovo has appointed Shiro Theuri as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Previously serving as the Senior Director of Engineering since 2022, Theuri’s new mandate is to elevate Glovo's technological and innovative prowess, ensuring the platform delivers an exceptional experience for customers, couriers, and partners alike.

Innovate UK, Britain’s national innovation agency, has U-turned on its decision to award only half of the 50 grants in its ‘Women In Innovation’ funding competition for female entrepreneurs.

Back in 1997 at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), Steve Jobs noted that while most people think that focus is saying yes to one thing, “focusing is about saying no. You’ve got to say ‘no, no, no’ and when you say ‘no,’ you piss off people.” Anyone living with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) will acknowledge that they’ve got to say no, no, no, every day, but not to others – they have to say no to their hyperactive self.

Mollie, one of Europe’s fintech unicorns, has named Dave Smallwood as its new UK Managing Director as the company continues to scale its UK operations following a triple-digit year-on-year growth in the first quarter of 2024.

Sustainability startup Signol, which leverages behavioural science to reduce emissions in the shipping and aviation industries, has raised £2.5 million from industry-focused investors.

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.

OceanScore, a provider of data and compliance management solutions for the maritime industry, has secured a €5 million in an oversubscribed Series A funding round. This fresh capital injection will enable OceanScore to enhance its product offerings and broaden its global reach.

In the past 72 hours, a growing movement has emerged, demanding urgent reforms to Innovate UK, the Government’s innovation agency, following the controversy surrounding its recent ‘Women in Innovation’ Awards.

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 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.

Angela Prentner-Smith, a dynamic entrepreneur from Glasgow, is set to reshape the e-learning sector with her new venture, Neve Learning. This cloud-based edtech platform aims to foster a more inclusive and forward-thinking educational landscape.

The business landscape in 2024 is fraught with challenges, including economic uncertainty, technological shifts, and evolving consumer preferences. SMEs are struggling to keep up with the dynamic market. As a result, many risk falling behind.

According to iwoca’s latest Q2 2024 SME Expert Index, nearly three-quarters (73%) of SME finance brokers are optimistic about the future of small businesses. The survey reflects a positive shift in outlook among brokers for the UK’s 5.5 million SMEs, with optimism up 3 percentage points from Q1 2024 and 6 points from Q4 2023. Only 8% of brokers express pessimism about the business environment.

Opportunity North East (ONE) has teamed up with Barclays Eagle Labs and CodeBase to launch the EnergyTech Bridge Programme, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at supporting businesses in expanding into new markets, scaling internationally, and driving innovation in the transition to cleaner, greener energy through digital technology.

iDenfy, a Lithuania-based RegTech solutions provider best known for its variety of KYC tools, has launched a new Face Authentication service. The new technology is designed to detect fraudulent biometrics and add extra protection without unnecessary friction to the end user.

To commemorate the reunion of British 90s music legends Oasis, we take a look back at the British companies that were founded alongside Oasis in 1991, and the impact they have made on the technology sector.

Wayve, a startup specialising in Embodied AI for autonomous driving, has announced a strategic partnership with Uber, the global mobility and delivery platform.

Cue, a provider of customer service software, has launched its highly anticipated AI Agents. Following its $2 million raise earlier this year, this innovation by Cue empowers businesses to automate routine inquiries, personalise customer interactions, and deliver exceptional service at scale. 

Any startup can strategise extensively, but it will never grow without increasing sales. There are effective ways to achieve this, but also many pitfalls to avoid along the way. Let’s focus on those pitfalls.

When a startup grows, the way that data is handled needs to evolve with it. At the beginning, when just starting to build the business, it is easy to set data responsibilities aside, however, the responsibilities will grow as the business develops and someone will need to be in charge of this.

According to recent forecasts from Gartner, global cybersecurity spending is expected to surge by over 15% in 2025, reaching an unprecedented $212 billion. This substantial increase is primarily fueled by the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies and a growing demand for cloud and consultancy services.

It was a cold and stormy night, in the economic climate, and all those entrepreneurs sat in small houses with big dreams were debating whether or not this was a good time for them to START their business.

Cultivating a wealth mindset is essential for business success if you want to achieve your worth and charge what you deserve to earn. I work with clients who have, for years, undervalued and undersold themselves, but by practising manifestation techniques and determining their value I have helped them skyrocket their incomes and turnover.

British FinTech, Lemon, which specialises in SaaS finance for SMB’s has announced a strategic partnership with WiserFunding, a pioneer in alternative data for credit risk assessment.

Latitude59, the premier startup and technology event in the Baltic States, is expanding its global footprint by hosting a satellite event in Nairobi, Kenya. This move comes after a record-breaking event in May that drew over 4,000 participants from more than 60 countries to Tallinn, Estonia.

Ampersand, one of Africa’s electric vehicle energy tech companies, has secured additional equity funding, bringing its total raised in the past year to $21.5 million. This strong financial backing highlights growing investor confidence in Ampersand’s mission to electrify Africa’s vast motorcycle market.

Google Cloud is collaborating with Spoon Guru to bring AI-powered insight to shoppers who suffer from allergies and food intolerances.

A recent study has highlighted a significant gap between the enthusiasm for AI innovation and the infrastructure needed to support it. Despite 91% of tech leaders recognising AI as a crucial opportunity to transform their organisations, many are unprepared for the demands it will place on their systems.

Capgemini has announced an agreement to acquire Syniti, a provider of enterprise data management software and services, including platform and migration solutions with a global presence. This acquisition will strengthen Capgemini’s data-driven offerings, particularly in large-scale SAP transformations, such as migrations to SAP S/4HANA.

DeSci Labs has secured $6.5 million in seed funding to develop the infrastructure for a traceable digital version of the scientific record. Supported by prominent investors, this software engineering startup has reached key R&D milestones to launch DeSci Publish, the first open-source, peer-to-peer platform for scientific publishing.

In this article, Lauren Neal discusses her journey as a woman in STEM, and the ways that companies can foster equality.

Nine technology startups have been chosen to collaborate with four major train operators to drive innovation within the rail sector. Southeastern, Northern, LNER, and TransPennine Express have united under the Future Labs initiative to fast-track solutions to both longstanding and emerging challenges in the industry.

Buy now pay later fintech Klarna has announced that it is planning on axing almost half of its employees in the coming years, attributing these cuts to efficiencies gained through its investment in AI.

The EMERGE International Tech Conference is now accepting applications for the annual EMERGE STARTUP CHALLENGE, designed to help emerging markets’ startup founders gain visibility with global investors and fundraise. Over the past six years, EMERGE startups have raised over €30 million, with notable participants such as Vochi (now part of Pinterest) and AI Factory (now part of Snapchat). The winners will be announced and awarded by Founder Institute GCC, the world’s largest pre-seed startup accelerator on the EMERGE Founders’ Stage during the conference, which will take place in Yerevan on September 25-26.

The demanding modern job market often sees startups facing big companies. As a new business will have fewer resources and less reputation, how does it stand out? One way is to create a challenger brand that challenges the status quo in the contemporary market. Below is how startups can create a brand and compete with established companies.

The business sector has the fifth lowest tenure in the UK, according to a new study into employee retention. The ‘Employee Retention Report’, compiled by equity management platform, Vestd, analysed a total dataset of 398,006 employees from 1,400 UK companies on LinkedIn to determine the average median employee tenure across 14 industries.

Have you ever thought about how something as simple as a conversation could be an opening in your life? I’ve seen it time and time again in my work coaching leaders, and in my own life… how talking with someone can be the catalyst for life cascading down a different, more exciting path than if we’d stayed silent.

Gen Z employees see business travel as a key career booster and are actively seeking more opportunities to travel for work, according to recent research by American Express.

In this changing world of business, building a great brand is more important than ever. Brands become definitive for companies willing to leave their mark. Hiring a UK-based branding agency can be nothing but a game-changer. But what exactly makes working with a UK branding agency particularly beneficial?

A research report commissioned by Hewlett Packard Enterprise revealed that only 32% of IT leaders in the UK and Ireland feel their organisations are fully prepared to harness the benefits of AI, despite 96% having initiated or completed the establishment of AI goals. The report highlights significant strategic shortcomings, such as misalignment between processes and metrics, leading to a fragmented approach that could worsen implementation challenges.

Crypto Quantique, a provider of quantum-driven security for the Internet of Things (IoT), has introduced a specialised randomness test suite for Physical Unclonable Functions (PUFs). Named TuRiNG, this suite tackles the unique challenges associated with testing PUFs, which are increasingly embedded in semiconductors to generate secure, regenerable random numbers.

hofer powertrain, a global company in efficient drivetrain solutions, has announced an initiative aimed at slashing electric drive design time by 80% using advanced AI and deeptech innovations.

Discovering Safety, a programme of work delivered by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), Britain’s health and safety regulator, has started work with Safetytech Accelerator, a technology accelerator specialising in safety-critical industries, and a group of technology providers and construction organisations to help develop products that use its regulatory information to accelerate productivity and compliance in construction.

Recent research highlights the substantial impact of immigrants on the UK's entrepreneurial landscape, revealing that 39% of Britain’s top 100 fastest-growing companies were founded by individuals born outside the UK.

Sunswap, a UK-based clean-tech startup focused on decarbonising cold chain logistics, has secured £17.3 million in a funding round led by investment company BGF.

19 July 2024, a date for the ages, when millions of computers worldwide were disrupted by the infamous ‘blue screen of death’ following a faulty software update from CrowdStrike.

Aurora Media Worldwide, a multi-award-winning production house providing content services across live and non-live channels, has just announced its expansion to Saudi Arabia and the opening of its new office, facilitated by AstroLabs, the Gulf’s leading expansion platform.

As a founder, you're always on the hunt for information – whether it's understanding a new market, finding ways to outsmart competitors, or figuring out how to get your content to rank higher on Google.

In 2016, I became an accidental founder. Driven by a deep frustration with how diversity was often discussed in binary terms, focusing solely on gender, I started Other Box to address the conversation in a way that was more intersectional and reflective of people like me – a South Asian woman of colour from a working-class background. I wasn't planning to build a business, but I felt compelled to create a space where the voices of marginalised communities could be heard and valued.

I started my journey in the telecoms space with a degree in Electronic Engineering – one that I still refer to today, as a CEO, sharing my experience with those around me. As one of five women on the course, it set out the course for the journey I was to embark on.