Login Revolut vs Starling: the digital banking battle Revolut vs Starling: the landscape of digital banking has seen a significant transformation, and picking the right bank for your needs has become a complicated affair with so many innovative new players in the market. This article provides a detailed comparison of these two financial powerhouses, examining their services, fees, user experience, and security measures. Features 5 months ago
Login How tech companies can build a culture that attracts and supports female engineers Gender diversity within teams is crucial for every company, but with recent data showing that tech startups, in particular, have a poor track record of attracting and retaining female talent, what more can be done to support and retain female engineers? HR 5 months ago
Login Cognizant & Oxford Economics’ report shows strategic shifts in enterprises adopting AI Cognizant has unveiled a companion analysis to its 2023 comprehensive study with Oxford Economics. The new report, "New Work, New World: Quantifying Global Gen AI Momentum," highlights cautious optimism as a key driver for the current market adoption of generative AI across various industries and regions. News 5 months ago
Login Why businesses no longer have to choose between growth and sustainability Government, shackled by the need to appease voters and navigate political agendas, simply can't drive the change we need to reach net zero. Political parties struggle to lead in climate innovation because their policies often prioritise large, established sectors over nimble, innovation-driven startups. Features 5 months ago
Login University aims to ‘scaleup’ growth following startup success A new report from the University of Northampton (UON) will scrutinise the economic strengths and weaknesses of Northamptonshire, aiming to harness the burgeoning startup scene in the county. News 5 months ago
Login How to use AI to help, not hinder, your business Artificial Intelligence (AI) usage in the UK has risen by 66% since September 2023 and 18% since the beginning of 2024, according to Slack’s Workforce Index. As the owner of an AI tool myself, I see this as a positive. It paves the way for increased productivity, efficiency and profitability for businesses, amongst a shedload of other benefits. Features 5 months ago
Login How monetising apps effectively benefits brands and users Gary Knight, CEO at WOLF, explains the process of how the company monetised its app, successfully generating revenue for the company and its app users. Features 5 months ago
Login Healthtech wins Startup of the Year for Music as Medication at Global Awards Hull-based healthtech company MediMusic, which has developed AI technology to prescribe music as medication to ease pain, anxiety, and stress for people with dementia, won the Startup of the Year award at a global music tech summit. News 5 months ago
Login How small businesses can harness the summer of sport Marketing to consumers during major sporting events can be challenging. Not only is the competition between official sponsors, but a sizable portion of large businesses are tapping into opportunities around them too. Brand 5 months ago
Login Government scheme ChipStart boosts UK chip startups by £10M Eleven pioneering semiconductor startups, specialising in advanced AI and groundbreaking healthcare technologies, have been inducted into the ChipStart incubator, a government-endorsed support programme designed to commercialise their cutting-edge research. News 5 months ago
Login The SaaS industry rising: why investing in service is a good idea The software as a service (SaaS) market is vast and versatile. It unites a broad variety of products and companies, from Zoom and Salesforce to Adobe and Dropbox. There is something for an investor with any aspirations, be it simply to grow capital or to create something defining and revolutionary. If, as an investor, you have a preferred industry, you are very likely to find some SaaS startups within it to consider. Features 5 months ago
Login What it means to be a CEO in the AI Era The topic of Artificial Intelligence (AI) comes up in nearly every conversation I have right now – whether that’s with my executive team, Board, employees, clients, shareholders or other stakeholders. It seems to be the only thing that people are interested in and want to talk about. And rightly so, in my view. Features 5 months ago
Login Fiverr deepens eCommerce solutions with acquisition of Dropshipping automation tool AutoDS Fiverr recently revealed its acquisition of AutoDS, a platform offering a comprehensive subscription-based solution for dropshippers. AutoDS streamlines the dropshipping process with features like product research and sourcing, inventory management, and automated fulfilment. News 5 months ago
Login The role of entrepreneurship centres in shaping innovation As we navigate the complexities of the modern business landscape, the importance of fostering innovation through structured environments cannot be overstated. As the Director of the recently launched Porto Business School Entrepreneurship Center, I am keenly aware of the transformative potential these centres hold. Features 5 months ago
Login Sage and Virgin StartUp announce partnership to empower UK entrepreneurs Sage, renowned for its accounting, financial, HR, and payroll technology tailored for small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs), recently announced a new collaboration with Virgin StartUp, the arm of Virgin committed to aiding UK founders in their entrepreneurial journeys. News 5 months ago
Login Manchester – A primary hot spot for flexible workspaces When selecting a city to open Koba’s fist flex location, Koba @100 Barbirolli Square, Manchester was a perfect place to start with so much growth and activity in the property sector. Features 5 months ago
Login Payment solutions showdown: Adyen vs Stripe Adyen vs Stripe is a big question when selecting the right payment processing solution for startups and SMEs. These two prominent players both offer robust platforms designed to handle the complex needs of modern businesses. Features 5 months ago
Login Strategies for SMEs navigating workplace flexibility in the wake of revised policies The flexible working landscape continues to evolve and shift here in the UK. With that comes fresh opportunities, but also challenges for startups and SMEs, says Firmin Zocchetto, CEO at PayFit. HR 5 months ago
Login Founder burnout requires a different approach to boundaries Founders and small business owners are burning out at alarming rates. According to a report by Startup Snapshot in April 2023, 72% of startup founders reported a detrimental impact on their mental health. Life 5 months ago
Login Streamkap raises $3.3M to Bring Real-Time Data at a Fraction of the Cost to Businesses Streamkap, a real-time data streaming provider, secured $3.3 million in seed and pre-seed funding led by InReach Ventures, with contributions from TEN13, Haatch Ventures, and Begin Capital. The funding round also saw participation from angel investors with roles at Datadog, Anthropic, and Clickhouse. Funding 5 months ago