Being at the ‘top’ of any organisation is a lonely position. Earning the title of ‘CEO’ or ‘COO’ is not synonymous with knowing it all. Leaders of all organisations – from large enterprise CEOs to startup founders – face difficulties and unknowns like any human being. There’s the persistent responsibility to energise others, which understandably and consequently results in these individuals losing sight of themselves.

Zen Educate, an online marketplace connecting schools with top substitute teachers and teaching assistants, has closed a $37 million Series B funding round.

Merit, a member of the AstroLabs expansion network, has announced a significant milestone of raising a $12 million pre-Series B in an oversubscribed round, surpassing its initial target of $5 million, a testament to its strong position in the technology industry globally and in Saudi Arabia. The achievement comes shortly after the relocation of its headquarters to Riyadh after participating in the RELOCATE program last year.

The Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) was introduced to the UK 30 years ago with the intention of encouraging private investment into smaller higher-risk and earlier-stage businesses. Alongside the Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS), launched in 2012 and aimed at very early-stage startups, these schemes were designed to provide valuable financial support t0 British entrepreneurs and fuel economic growth.

The majority of people in the UK feel alienated from entrepreneurship, according to new research from inclusive business charity Hatch Enterprise. The data revealed that 74% of people did not believe that an entrepreneur was someone that resembled them.

Businesses seeking short-term capital can now access funding rapidly thanks to a new partnership between Experian and alternative lender TRIVER.

In today's business world, artificial intelligence (AI) is more than only a buzzword; it's a game-changer. From revolutionising customer experiences to optimising operations, AI has transformed the way businesses operate now. Let us take a closer look at how AI is reshaping modern business plans and what it means for entrepreneurs like you.

Artisan AI, a startup developing AI employees and software for enterprise companies, raised $7.3 million in a round led by Oliver Jung, an early investor in Airbnb, Rippling, and Revolut.

Qomodo, the Internet of Things (IoT) cybersecurity company, announced it had raised a £1.3 million pre-seed funding round led by Expeditions Fund, with participation from Amadeus Capital Partners, Auriga Cyber Ventures, Nio Advisors, McNally Capital, Ventures Together, and previous investor Techstars.

ABB announced a minority investment in Ndustrial, a US-based clean technology startup that developed an AI-powered energy management platform.

In light of Mental Health Awareness Month, it's crucial to address the stresses of modern life, particularly those stemming from the workplace. Pressures at work are a part of life, regardless of age, experience, or job title, and it’s not necessarily negative.

In the age of the always-on economy, even the mightiest of businesses are vulnerable to the debilitating effects of digital downtime.

Last month, on the front page of The Times, new statistics about sickness claims showed that they were worsening nationwide, with the most significant proportional increases occurring in commuter and rural areas that usually had a lower dependence on benefits.

In the post COVID employer landscape, a lot of things have changed for employees and businesses alike. After experiencing a cycle of hyper-growth, followed by an economic recession, and pivot to a return to the office, it’s not surprising that employee engagement is at an all-time low.

From the helm of your business to life after: Transitioning from running a business you've poured your heart and soul into can be a tumultuous journey. As the euphoria of selling fades, a myriad of emotions can surface, from exhilaration to anxiety, leaving you questioning your newfound reality.

You’ve heard it a million times: “there’s no need to reinvent the wheel”. Yet, we often find that considerable resources have been poured into building another version of a software tool that already exists on the market, says Craig Cook, principal engineer at Agile consultancy, Catapult.

Researchers from The University of Queensland found that people who believe in manifesting success are more likely to make risky investments and end up bankrupt.

Building a business has never been easy, but in recent years – following a global pandemic, a cost of living crisis and other economic challenges – it has certainly become more challenging.

Tech.eu, a European technology publication, concluded the first day of its two-day conference today.

Norrsken VC, a pioneer in impact investing in Europe, announces the final close of its second fund, supporting entrepreneurs who are tackling the world’s greatest problems.