Canvas GFX CEO Pat Hume looks at the advantages of sophisticated remote collaborative design and illustration tools and techniques and shows that these are available to SMEs just as they are to ‘big business’

In this great universe, everything lasts for a certain period. It is especially true for the technology world as change happens there fast. The latest terminology metaverse, a new level technology, is the addition in that list that would connect our real life with the virtual world. Though metaverse doesn't exist yet, it will be a changed reality soon.

Over 80% of SMEs believe insurance brokers should operate with full transparency by disclosing all potential commission or conflicts of interest when recommending a commercial insurance provider, according to new research by challenger insurance broker, hubb.

Dubbed the most depressing day of the year, Blue Monday is the epitome of the post Christmas come down, with short days and gloomy weather making it no surprise that motivation levels are often at an all time low. 

If you are looking to start a business, an important consideration is whether you want to start from scratch or whether to purchase a franchise.

Glucose Republic raises £500,000 investment round to build the first app focused on the impact of food

To understand the how the role of leadership has changed in modern society, you need to look at how our perceptions of ‘the job’ has evolved. 

Exeger, the Swedish deep-tech company behind Powerfoyle, last year announced their latest collaboration with Dutch audio-tech startup, Mayht to create the world’s first light-powered speakers with infinite playtime.

With the rise in popularity of cryptocurrency, many people are becoming more and more interested in this brand new form of investing and money-making. Since 2009, when bitcoin was first released to the public, cryptocurrencies have completely shaken up the world of finance, and have now become a mainstream form of investment. What once was a part of underground internet culture, has in recent years become something that the people we meet in everyday life discuss and are interested in. But, just what is cryptocurrency?

The way businesses communicate has changed a lot in the last few years. The most noticeable change is the rise of remote working, which has affected companies across just about every industry.

Customer loyalty is crucial, we know that very well. In our eyes, loyal clients are among the most precious things for a business. This said, they are sadly not always easy to keep hold of.

The research, conducted by Samsung UK’s Solve for Tomorrow programme, has dubbed this group ‘Generation Entrepreneur’ or ‘Gen E’ - hungry for independence from a 9-5, with 87% of them looking to wave goodbye to working for someone else in 2022. 

Tech start-ups have until 9 January to apply for the scheme based at Department Bonded Warehouse. Exchange has supported 227 individuals across 44 businesses, creating 75 jobs in its first 12 months.

CES Honoree 2022, Bird Buddy, debuted its smart bird feeder at CES 2022 in what was the first ‘Tech for Nature’ consumer product at the show. Attendees of the show were able to see an exclusive, never seen before, one:one online app experience demo accompanied by one of Bird Buddy’s three founders. Bird Buddy is the world’s first ever smart bird feeder recording and recognising bird visitors to backyards.

Virtual reality (VR) is the fastest-growing market segment, as revenues grew by 31.7 per cent and are projected to increase at the same rate over the next five years.

Digital Catapult has selected four startups to work alongside giants of Indian industry to transform the future of net zero manufacturing and supply chains, as part of its Industrial Net Zero cohort for FutureScope, the new home for startup and scaleup acceleration.

We spoke to Rahim Hirji, UK Country Manager of leading online learning platform and app, Quizlet, who reflected on education in 2021, looked forward to 2022, and offered expert insight into the future of the education sector.

Recognising the increased focus on gut health in the wellness space, Founders Factory has launched a call to find the best tech startups in gut health across the EMEA region.

With COVID-19 already pushing the narrative across the globe, it came as no surprise that healthcare technology emerged as one of the top areas of focus at CES 2022.

After a slightly different, but still extraordinary CES show this year we were thrilled to see so many incredible startups with some pretty remarkable products and hardware on show.