Actus

Un must have pour nos lecteurs, cette rubrique "Actu" revient sur l’actualité chaude de l’écosystème entrepreneurial français : annonces financières et gouvernementales, rachats, mouvements etc.
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The most difficult decisions you may have to make as an entrepreneur and how to handle them
“Start your own business,” they said. “Become your own boss,” they said. “Determine your own hours,” they said. You did, and by now have discovered the gruesome truth beneath the platitudes. Would you change it? Probably not. Which is why we are here.
Tools by " Bruce Whitfield
11.12.2024
The most difficult decisions you may have to make as an entrepreneur and how to handle them
Breaking the network bias: How data can lead to smarter, more diverse investments
Imagine a world where the next groundbreaking innovation is overlooked because the founder didn’t fit the “typical” VC mold. That’s the reality we risk if we don’t address bias in investment. My cofounder Eva de Mol and I have experienced the power of gender bias firsthand. When raising our first fund, we were met with comments like, “You really need a man on your team,” and “Real men like numbers and women don’t”.
Opinion by " Janneke Niessen
11.12.2024
Breaking the network bias: How data can lead to smarter, more diverse investments
Vaire, a new kind of near-zero energy computing company
As part of our quick founder questions series – or QFQs – we spoke to Hannah Earley, CTO of Vaire Computing about Near-Zero Energy Chips, Moore's law and why the AI revolution needs a better architecture.
Portfolio by " Hannah Earley
11.12.2024
Vaire, a new kind of near-zero energy computing company
Gareth Southgate reveals why he’s prioritising purpose over career
In a world where getting to the top of the career ladder—and staying there—is typically the barometer by which we measure success, Gareth Southgate's recent LinkedIn post offers a refreshingly alternative perspective.
News by " Aoibhinn Mc Bride
10.12.2024
Cultivating the modern biotech startup
As of July this year, Meatly became the UK’s only regulatory-approved cultivated meat company, instantly putting us in an exclusive set of four companies globally that have managed to secure similar approvals in Singapore, Hong Kong, and the US
Decoding by " Owen Ensor
10.12.2024
Cultivating the modern biotech startup
BFB Labs, bringing digital therapy to a new generation
As part of our quick founder questions series – or QFQs – we spoke to Manjul Rathee, cofounder and CEO at BFB Labs about using ethical and immersive gaming to improve the mental health of young people.
Portfolio by " Manjul Rathee
10.12.2024
BFB Labs, bringing digital therapy to a new generation
Brain chemistry - How leaders need to develop their ways of working by building out psychological profiles
The relationship between brain science and business strategy is becoming increasingly critical for effective leadership. Candace Pert, a renowned physiologist and biophysics professor, has shown that our mental and physical systems are inextricably linked, a connection she highlighted with her discovery of the brain's opiate receptor.
Tools by " Jill Taylor
09.12.2024
Brain chemistry - How leaders need to develop their ways of working by building out psychological profiles
FIGR, a new fund investing in early-stage, mission-driven consumer businesses
With #QVCs, Maddyness UK profiles different funds to give founders and entrepreneurs the information they need to choose the right investor. This week, we speak to Fiona Humphries, Managing Director of FIGR Ventures
Portfolio by " Fiona Humphries
09.12.2024
Perlego, a digital library to power your learning
As part of our quick founder questions series – or QFQs – we spoke to Gauthier van Malderen, CEO and founder of Perlego, the ‘Spotify for textbooks’ offering unlimited access to academic titles for students and academics.
Portfolio by " Gauthier van Malderen
09.12.2024
Perlego, a digital library to power your learning
How can retailers maximise the power of vouchers
Have you ever wondered if those little scraps of paper (or digital codes) hold the key to retail success? Imagine the thrill of finding a voucher tucked away in your wallet like a hidden treasure, only to discover it's a ticket to saving some serious cash. But for retailers, the real magic happens when they learn how to wield these mighty discounts in the role of vouchers in retail marketing, to attract bargain hunters and build a loyal customer base.
Tools by " Evelyn Johnson
07.12.2024
How can retailers maximise the power of vouchers
Staff augmentation and how it can benefit your team
Staff augmentation is a strategic approach to staffing that allows organisations to supplement their existing workforce with skilled professionals on an as-needed basis. This flexible model enables companies to scale their teams up or down based on project demands, workload fluctuations, or specialised skill requirements.
" George Mathew
07.12.2024
The launch of FIGR ventures, timber housing and software comparison 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
06.12.2024
Debunking a myth: skincare doesn't work while exercising
A common myth surrounding skincare is that it’s ineffective or unnecessary when exercising. Many believe that sweat, dirt, and physical exertion negate any skincare routine, thinking it’s best to just leave skin alone during workouts. However, emerging research and professional insights reveal that skincare can indeed be effective and even enhanced by exercise, thanks to increased blood flow, open pores, and the body’s natural detoxification processes.
Decoding by " Laricea Ioana Roman
06.12.2024
Exercise, trigger, glow, repeat with Achillea Beauty
MixRift, a gaming studio at the forefront of Mixed Reality entertainment
As part of our quick founder questions series – or QFQs – we spoke to Bobby Voicu, CEO and cofounder of MixRift about Mixed-Reality, recent investment and transforming gaming into a personal experience.
" Bobby Voicu
06.12.2024
MixRift, a gaming studio at the forefront of Mixed Reality entertainment

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