Almost every passing day brings with it a fresh new way for artificial intelligence (AI) to be used, particularly within the realm of business. Indeed, whether it’s a novel generative language AI or a program streamlining your inbox, AI is reshaping how we approach creation and productivity.
28.08.2023
Postpartum Plan is revolutionising post-birth care by offering a comprehensive program that addresses the emotional and physical needs of new parents. It brings together a team of experienced postpartum experts, including women's health physiotherapists, yoga and breath-work instructors, nutritionists, postpartum doulas, and more.
28.08.2023
With #QVCS, Maddyness profiles different funds to give founders and entrepreneurs the information they need to choose the right investor. Today we interview Fergus and Ruari Bell, Managing Partners at The Players Fund.
28.08.2023
As part of our quick founder questions series – or QFQs – we spoke to Sadra Hosseini, CEO of Ryft about microtransactions, PSD2 compliance and a forthcoming Series A round.
26.08.2023
The freelancing market is more in demand than ever. Reportedly, US freelancers contribute about $1.3T to the United States economy each year. That’s how profitable freelancing is, and it’s going to be bigger in the coming years, with more people drifting toward it.
26.08.2023
In an era defined by rapid technological advancements, a new term has emerged as a harbinger of the future - Quanticore. This fusion of "quantum" and "core" signifies the convergence of quantum computing, artificial intelligence, and other cutting-edge technologies. As we stand at the threshold of this new age, it's imperative to delve into the intricacies of Quanticore and understand how it is shaping the shifting tech realms.
25.08.2023
One of the biggest questions CEOs are asking this year is how they can use AI in their business. The technology has the potential to transform a company’s operations, from improving the customer experience to automating backend tasks. But it also comes with risks, not least around bias and the responsible use of data. In a panel discussion hosted by Olivier Martret, Partner at Serena explored the role AI is playing in today's world.
25.08.2023
Every week, Maddyness brings you the latest investment news from the UK startup ecosystem. Here's a recap of this week's investments.
25.08.2023
As part of our quick founder questions series – or QFQs – we spoke to Anthony Quigley, founder and executive chairman of the Corporate Governance Institute, about the need for better certification of directors, implementing good corporate governance at scale, and the centrality of company culture.
24.08.2023
Manchester and Bristol show highest growth in spinout populations, while Edinburgh continues to attract spinouts from across the UK.
24.08.2023
The Lagos startup scene is on the up. It's the #1 ranked startup ecosystem in the best funded country in Africa. One of the leading commercial cities in an emerging market crying out for tech solutions to infrastructural deficits, Lagos is an exciting prospect in the global startup scene. To learn more about the Nigerian startup ecosystem, I spoke to Nigerian digital banking app, Kuda, and VC Target Global.
23.08.2023
The circular economy is transforming how companies think about resources, waste and business models. It is based on the principles of eliminating waste, circulating products and materials and regenerating natural systems.
23.08.2023
As part of our quick founder questions series – or QFQs – we spoke to James Townsend, CEO of Kontor about the best real estate advice for unicorns, working with progressive landlords and the importance of stepping outside your own network for invaluable input.
23.08.2023
As part of our QFQ - or Quick Founder Questions - series we spoke to Babs Ogundeyi, co-founder and Group CEO at Kuda, the full service money app for Africans about providing accessible and affordable financial services, serving the majority, and opening over 6 million bank accounts.
22.08.2023