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Investing in nature-positive technologies with an impact framework, a profile of Zebra Impact Ventures
With #QVCS, Maddyness profiles different funds to give founders and entrepreneurs the information they need to choose the right investor. Today we interview Fabio Sofia, cofounder and Managing Partner at Zebra Impact Ventures.
Portfolio by " Fabio Sofia
23.10.2023
Invest in nature-positive technologies with an impact framework, a profile of Zebra Impact Ventures
Turning the workplace tables: The power and significance of reverse mentoring
In today's volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA) business landscape, organisations increasingly recognise workplaces as not merely operational hubs but as complex ecosystems for lifelong learning.
Tools by " Patrice Gordon
23.10.2023
Turning the workplace tables: The power and significance of reverse mentoring
SevenYays, making the advent calendar a year round treat
As part of our quick founder questions series – or QFQs – we spoke to Andrew Staal, cofounder of SevenYays about starting with a simple question, advertising on social media and creating unique gifting category.
Portfolio by " Andrew Staal
21.10.2023
SevenYays, making the advent calendar a year round treat
Next-generation digital security, Additive Manufacturing, and insect farming 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 " Demi Odulana
20.10.2023
Reimagined homewares with ReBorn, netzero for mobility and advanced materials for carbon capture in this week's Maddymoney
A comprehensive guide to Web3 accelerator programs worldwide
This article provides an in-depth analysis of accelerator programs and provides an overview of 10 notable Web3 accelerators worldwide.
Tools by " Jona Hauch
20.10.2023
A comprehensive guide to Web3 accelerator programs worldwide
GITEX's European expansion takes root in Berlin
​​Berlin's selection as the European expansion hub for GITEX, Dubai’s prominent tech show, signifies a strategic move aimed at harnessing the region's thriving venture capital ecosystem and bolstering global tech collaboration.
News by " David Johnson
In partnership with GITEX
19.10.2023
GITEX's European expansion takes root in Berlin
Fighting food waste with wonky fruit and tasty snacks, meet Gusto Snacks
As part of a series about Virgin StartUp’s Collective Impact programme, Maddyness spoke to Giuseppe Baidoo, Founder and CEO of Gusto Snacks.
Portfolio by " Giuseppe Baidoo
19.10.2023
A Virtual Tomorrow: are virtual events redefining connection and engagement in digital marketing?
A virtual event occurs online rather than in a physical location, which has been much more common following the Covid-19 pandemic. Seminars, presentations, festivals, competitions, contests, conferences, summits, award shows, product launches, demonstrations, training events and workshops can be held virtually, allowing a wider geographical audience to attend.
Decoding by " Rebecca Barnatt-Smith
19.10.2023
A Virtual Tomorrow: are virtual events redefining connection and engagement in digital marketing?
Xavier Niel's €200M investment sparks a surge in France's AI ecosystem
France is now home to the second-largest startup ecosystem in Europe, and the country is leading the way in European Generative AI innovation. French startups raised over $14.6B last year, and have been behind many of Europe’s headline-grabbing tech stories of 2023 – think of MistralAI raising €105M within a month of launching, and US foundational AI startup, Poolside AI, relocating Paris on the back of a $126M fundraise.
Opinion by " Hugo Borensztein & Pierre Bricault
18.10.2023
Xavier Niel's €200M investment sparks a surge in France's AI ecosystem
Banking on Cryptocurrency
Reports a major crypto player is in talks with large European banks to expand digital asset services indicates a significant shift in “TradFi” attitudes. But is this the moment DeFi has been waiting for?
Opinion by " BRENDAN BEEKEN
18.10.2023
Elon Musk’s unfinished business Brendan Beeken
Anansi, disrupting the goods in transit insurance market
As part of a series with Google for Startups Black Founders Fund, Maddyness spoke to Megan Bingham-Walker at Anansi about funding, plans for the future and their advice for other founders.
Portfolio by " Megan Bingham-Walker
18.10.2023
Why your business can benefit from a new tech ecosystem
The past few years have brought immense change and disruption to businesses across the UK and beyond. From the Covid-19 pandemic to economic turbulence and uncertainty, companies have had to rapidly adapt to an ever-evolving landscape.
Opinion by " Dakota Murphey
17.10.2023
Why your business can benefit from a new tech ecosystem
Want a new job? Then get a personal referral
As the adage goes, sometimes it’s who you know and not what you know that matters. And we’re not just talking about nepo babies here, aka the offspring of successful people who are able to piggyback off the professional merits of their parents. As a result they are often given career-defining opportunities without possessing the qualifications or experience required to do the job.
News by " Aoibhinn Mc Bride
17.10.2023
Looking for a new job? The AI-powered interviewer will see you now
Sustainability and Profitability: 10 essential questions for business owners and leaders
In today's business landscape, there's a growing emphasis on sustainability — balancing profit-making with environmental responsibility. Sustainability is about ensuring that our actions benefit not just our pockets but also the planet we inhabit.
Tools by " Fabien Cros
16.10.2023
10 propositions to help any company drive their transformation toward sustainability while monetising it
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