Since its inception in 2020, Focal has rapidly ascended to become one of the most prominent startup demo days globally, attracting thousands of pre-seed to Series A stage applicants and investors from around the world. Our semi-annual Demo Day events, held virtually in May and October, have become a beacon for innovation and investment.
09.09.2024
Corporate innovation has become essential in today’s volatile environment. The Covid-19 pandemic highlighted this need, forcing businesses to innovate to survive. For example, companies quickly adapted to remote work, developed digital solutions, and revamped supply chains. Restaurants shifted to delivery models, and retailers enhanced their e-commerce strategies to meet changing demands.
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Matt Briggs
06.09.2024
Every week, Maddyness brings you the latest investment news from the UK startup ecosystem. Here's a recap of this week's investments.
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Maddyness UK
06.09.2024
Whether it's our laptops, smartphones or smart home devices - the same devices that connect our everyday lives are helping drive an epidemic of loneliness and sedentary behaviour. But technology also offers a lifeline for tackling these issues. Smart fitness products can help transform how individuals exercise - turning workouts into gamified experiences which encourage physical activity through fun and community engagement.
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Jo Barnard
05.09.2024
As part of our quick founder questions series – or QFQs – we spoke to Laurynas Pamparas, founder of Liledu about circularity, why toys shouldn't end up in landfill and expansion into the British market.
05.09.2024
Founders, investors and tech leaders from around the globe are heading to Dubai this October for Expand North Star 2024, GITEX GLOBAL’s powerhouse startup show. The four-day event, which will take place from October 13-16 in Dubai Harbour, aims to help startups and exhibitors secure business deals, attract investments and expand their networks.
In partnership with GITEX
04.09.2024
All African startup ecosystems face “brain drain”, the exile of its most promising talent. Some leave after high school, continuing their studies abroad. Some leave during their professional life, seeking better work opportunities. Some leave in search of a superior quality of living. Often, it’s a mix of the three.
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Omar El Hyani
In partnership with The Realistic Optimist
04.09.2024
Beyond Meat is a plant-based meat company that offers alternatives to animal-based meat. Its flagship product is the Beyond Burger, which is designed to ‘look, cook and taste like a traditional beef burger’. It also sells a wide range of other plant-based meat products, including sausages, meatballs and chicken nuggets.
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Sally Percy
03.09.2024
At its heart, business is about people. Or, more specifically, it is about people buying from other people. This might seem an obvious point, but it’s one that often seems to get lost amid talk of revenue, profits, innovation, productivity, social media campaigns, data analysis and the latest technological tools, not least artificial intelligence.
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Sally Percy
02.09.2024
As part of our quick founder questions series – or QFQs – we spoke to Will Clarkson Webb, founder and CEO of Rivr about digital insurance for emerging wealth, the importance of steady growth and knowing when to delegate.
31.08.2024
There's lots happening in the UK legaltech scene right now - we look at some of the latest news from some of the startups disrupting an industry deeply rooted in legacy and archaic business practices.
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Maddyness UK
31.08.2024
If you had the opportunity to purchase a smartphone in recent years, it’s likely that you’ve stumbled upon the eSIM feature. We’ve all been using SIM cards for decades, but this new technology is bringing various advantages to our smartphones and daily lives.
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George Mathew
30.08.2024
One of the UK’s real strengths is its life sciences engine, driving continuous innovation and a track record of breakthroughs. The key components are all there and whirring away: leading universities, talented people and an available pool of funding. However, the sector’s growth is not guaranteed. Support for our life sciences startups is needed if we are to continue translating our world-class research into world-class companies that can thrive within the UK ecosystem.
29.08.2024
As part of our quick founder questions series - or QFQs - we spoke to Dalraj Nijjar, cofounder & CCO at Concrete4Change about transferring CO2 into concrete, building a team and chemistry.
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Dalraj Nijjar
29.08.2024
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