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Is the arrival of Apple’s Vision Pro about to retire the television as we know it?
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?
News by " Rebecca Barnatt-Smith
13.04.2024
Meet Jena, everything a solopreneur needs in one place
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!
Portfolio by " Jean-Michel Chalayer
12.04.2024
SaaS for solopreneurs, fresh dog food and digital care in this week's MaddyMoney
Every week, Maddyness brings you the latest investment news from the UK startup ecosystem. Here's a recap of this week's investments.
News by " Maddyness UK
12.04.2024
Mixtons, Classic cocktails with a twist of flavour and innovation
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.
Portfolio by " Xavier Craine
11.04.2024
Mixtons, Classic cocktails with a twist
The Audacious Kingdom opens its doors to tech and innovation
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.
News by " Maddyness, with the British Embassy in Paris
In partnership with British Embassy in Paris
10.04.2024
The Audacious Kingdom opens its doors to tech and innovation
Founders still forget to focus on distribution
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.
Opinion by " Dan Shellard
10.04.2024
Founders still forget to focus on distribution
How tech startups can introduce cross-functional working to succeed
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.
Tools by " Sa’ed Anabtawi
09.04.2024
How to step into a role with more responsibility
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.
News by " Amanda Kavanagh
09.04.2024
How to successfully pivot to a career in AI, and earn more money
ISB Global, The world's most advanced waste management software
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.
Portfolio by " Pritesh Pattni
09.04.2024
ISB Global, The world's most advanced waste management software
Confidence is contagious – how to catch the bug and spread it to your employees
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.
Opinion by " Julie Smith
08.04.2024
Confidence is contagious – how to catch the bug and spread it to your employees
Investing in gender balanced teams to drive performance, a profile of SISTAFUND
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.
Portfolio by " Tatiana Jama
08.04.2024
Investing in gender balanced teams to drive perfromance, a profile of SISTAFUND
Next-Gen leadership: Building strong leaders within your team
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.
Portfolio by " Indiana Lee
06.04.2024
Next-Gen leadership: Building strong leaders within your team
Digital healthcare, AI super-brains and AI hiring assistants in this week's MaddyMoney
Every week, Maddyness brings you the latest investment news from the UK startup ecosystem. Here's a recap of this week's investments.
News by " Maddyness UK
05.04.2024
One pitch, thousands of investors: Focal, the leading startup demo day, is back
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!
News by " Issie James
04.04.2024
One pitch, thousands of investors: Focal, the leading startup demo day, is back
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