The potential for online learning to open up a new world of possibilities for learners was dashed the moment the first lecture was uploaded. While it meant that the number of people able to view a lecture increased considerably, it failed to take advantage of any benefit technology could offer to the learning process itself.
30.11.2021
As part of our quick fire questions series – or QFQs – we spoke to Benjamin Chemla, CEO and cofounder of Shares, about disinformation, marrying advice and investing, and the importance of inclusivity.
30.11.2021
It’s a tool for protecting future growth but, compared with raising capital, hiring people and product development, the patent process can be overlooked or perceived by UK startups as a box-ticking exercise to appease investors.
25.11.2021
As part of our new quickfire questions series – or QFQs – we spoke to Jesus Agudo, founder at Spot On, about creating a business tailored towards hospitality during the industry's crisis in the pandemic.
24.11.2021
It’s virtually impossible to hire experienced female developers – or, that’s what I’d let myself believe. Just as the tech industry needs to hang its head in shame with regard to its championing of gender diversity, I’m prepared to say I too have failed miserably – but I no longer buy the excuses we all allow ourselves.
24.11.2021
When starting a business, you make a huge number of decisions, on everything from office location to company branding. With so many things to think about, founders and business leaders might overlook some of the fundamental steps around employment.
23.11.2021
With #QVCS, Maddyness profiles different funds to give founders and entrepreneurs the information they need to choose the right investor. Today, we speak to Sarah Barber, CEO at Jenson Funding Partners.
22.11.2021
New research by iStock has found that supporting the environment and supporting the local economy are linked for many UK consumers who are choosing to shop smarter than ever before.
22.11.2021
What makes a great leader? It’s one of those questions that can bring out a multitude of answers. Before the pandemic, a CEO’s role was primarily dedicated to making the big company decisions, from corporate strategy to investor handling that accounted for 45% of a company’s performance.
18.11.2021
As part of our new quickfire questions series – or QFQs – we spoke to Gary Rebibo, cofounder and CMO at Trakx, about creating a regulated digital asset exchange with a specific focus and the unique position the AMF – the French regulator – has put the company in.
12.11.2021
In the world of tech, the exact definitions of ‘startup’ and ‘scaleup’ are somewhat open to interpretation. But how do you go from one to the other?
28.10.2021
How often have you struggled to get in touch with a business because of strict service hours? Such struggles could be a thing of the past with 24/7 answering service AnswerConnect. We spoke to the company's director of mattering and impact, Fraser Wilson.
26.10.2021
Using biometrics as a means of identification and authentication has been rapidly evolving. As consumers increase their use of digital channels and platforms, protecting their privacy and personal data is critical.
20.10.2021
Maddyness UK speaks to Duncan Barrigan, chief product officer at GoCardless, about revolutionising the payment collection process, why he believes existing payments systems are broken, and the common errors businesses make when it comes to invoicing.
14.10.2021