The launch of Apple’s Vision Pro, the world’s first spatial computer, promises to introduce a brand new era for productivity, socializing, and entertainment. If the new technology takes off, will traditional televisions become obsolete?
13.04.2024
As part of our quick founder questions series – or QFQs – we spoke to Jean-Michel Chalayer, founder of Jena about recent investment, backing solopreneurs and the importance of flex culture!
12.04.2024
Every week, Maddyness brings you the latest investment news from the UK startup ecosystem. Here's a recap of this week's investments.
12.04.2024
As part of our quick founder questions series – or QFQs – we spoke to Xavier Craine, cofounder of Mixtons about building a business during a pandemic, innovating with flavours and delivering new products.
11.04.2024
Ideas, exchanges, innovations, and inspiring speeches flew thick and fast at an event for the Bienvenue aux Royaume des Audacieux campaign, organised in partnership with Maddyness and London & Partners at the British embassy in France.
10.04.2024
Justin Kan, the brain behind Justin.tv and Twitch, said “first time founders focus on product, second time founders focus on distribution.” Fortunately for me, I managed to buck that trend and focus on distribution in both my first and second startup. But now, on the investor side of the table, I'm dumbfounded by how much Justin's words still ring true.
10.04.2024
In the dynamic realm of technology startups, maintaining a competitive edge requires adaptability, flexibility, and ingenuity. WOLF, our tech venture headquartered in London, has recent experience of having to be adaptable and creative to help our business to thrive.
09.04.2024
When offered a post with more responsibility, it’s natural to feel a range of things, from excitement to overwhelm. And yet amid these mixed emotions, there is clear opportunity; a chance to further your career while making tangible changes that have a positive, lasting impact.
09.04.2024
As part of our quick founder questions series – or QFQs – we spoke to Pritesh Pattni, the Chief Commercial Officer at ISB Global about pivoting the business, understanding the waste industry and building a team of committed eco-warriors.
09.04.2024
Do you have confidence? Or do you look at seemingly confident colleagues with a sense of envy? Perhaps you worry that a lack of confidence is holding you back at work and in your personal life? The good news is that confidence is contagious - you can catch (and spread) the confidence bug.
08.04.2024
With #QVCS, Maddyness profiles different funds to give founders and entrepreneurs the information they need to choose the right investor. Today, we speak to Tatiana Jama, founder and Managing Partner at SISTAFUND.
08.04.2024
Strong leadership is essential if you want your team to succeed and thrive through the hills and valleys of your industry. The best way to ensure a consistent flow of solid management is to always look for the best and brightest who can become your next-generation leaders. A great strategy involves finding good candidates early on, training those who show great potential, and then plugging those leaders into your ongoing succession plan.
06.04.2024
Every week, Maddyness brings you the latest investment news from the UK startup ecosystem. Here's a recap of this week's investments.
05.04.2024
Focal’s flagship Demo Day returns for its 9th edition. With Issie James taking the helm for what promises to be the biggest and best yet! The application window opens 8th April and closes at 9am BST on 24th April, ahead of Demo Day on 16th May. Focal welcomes applications from pre-seed to Series A startups based anywhere in the world and raising now or in the near future. It takes 5 minutes and you’ll get your pitch in front of 250 leading VC funds just by applying!
04.04.2024