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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Invest in businesses that deliver sustainability through innovation, a profile of ETF Partners
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 Tomer Strikovsky, Partner at ETF Partners.
Portfolio by " Tomer Strikovsky
27.01.2025
The U.S. Government accidentally launched a paradigm shift toward DeSoc
I watched TikTok closely the days before the impending ban. I’m an anthropologist who studies paradigm shifts, and I knew I was witnessing one in real time. One week before the inauguration of President Trump’s second term, the Supreme Court was deliberating on the legality of the American law that would shutter (or force a sale) of the popular video platform. In the final days, the online community was a-bustle — what would happen, and what should we do?
News by " Veronica Zora Kirin
25.01.2025
The U.S. Government Accidentally Launched A Paradigm Shift Toward DeSoc
Marc Simoncini announces the end of Angell
Founded in 2018, the electric bike startup Angell, created by French entrepreneur Marc Simoncini, is shutting down. The company succumbed to recurring manufacturing issues that prevented it from meeting its commitments to customers.
News by " Julien Khaski
24.01.2025
Marc Simoncini announces the end of Angell
Trump presidency could spark $33B in Chinese investment for the UK, predicts VC firm
With Donald Trump taking office as President of the United States, a leading UK-based venture capital firm has predicted that $33B is ‘up for grabs’ in Chinese Investment due to the shift in US leadership, based on data from Trump’s first presidency.
News by " David Johnson
24.01.2025
Customer service innovation, green energy and more 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 " David Johnson
24.01.2025
Techspace’s Farringdon flagship becomes official home of London AI hub
The London AI Hub has officially found its home in the heart of Farringdon. Developed by Techspace, this groundbreaking partnership establishes a new epicentre for AI collaboration and innovation and cements London and the UK in the race for AI dominance.
News by " David Johnson
23.01.2025
5 ways inclusive companies make more money
Want to make more money? Good, me too. But how to do that by staying true to your values? Here’s the thing: inclusion isn’t just a “nice to have”, something for companies to do to show how right-on they are.
Opinion by " Rachel Morgan-Trimmer
23.01.2025
Kraaft raises €13M to expand internationally and enhance Its "WhatsApp for Construction"
Riding the wave of success with its communication app tailored to construction professionals, Kraaft is aiming for international growth following a €13 million funding round. The investment will also support the development of new features for the platform.
News by " Nadege Hubert
23.01.2025
Kraaft raises €13M to expand internationally and enhance Its
The UK’s AI Action Plan: Late to the race, but ready to lead
The UK Government’s recently published AI Action Plan led by Matt Clifford, underscores the need for the UK to adopt AI on a grand scale. The Prime Minister outlined in his speech at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, AI is “the defining opportunity of our generation.” With a £14B investment commitment and goals spanning computing power, data, and talent, the UK’s economic trajectory will hinge on the execution of enhancing overall productivity.
Opinion by " Gavin Poole
22.01.2025
Tech Nation relaunches Rising Stars competition with £3M boost for early-stage startups
Tech Nation, part of Founders Forum Group, has launched the 2025 edition of its iconic Rising Stars competition. In partnership with Rigby Group, Haatch, and Wealth Club, the revamped initiative will accelerate the UK’s most innovative early-stage startups, giving them the exposure, resources, and funding needed to scale. Now merged with OneToWin, the enhanced programme aims to uncover the UK’s most promising tech startups, offering a record-breaking £3M prize pot.
News by " David Johnson
22.01.2025
Meet Nsave, a global account for global young professionals
As part of our quick founder questions series – or QFQs – we spoke to Amer Baroudi, cofounder and CEO of nsave about Financial exclusion, navigating complex systems that are resistant to innovation and why you need a good reason to do what you want to do.
Portfolio by " Amer Baroudi
21.01.2025
Meet Nsave, a global account for global young professionals
European venture with a Silicon Valley mindset, a profile of Hoxton Ventures
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 Payton Dobbs, Partner at Hoxton Ventures.
Portfolio by " Payton Dobbs
20.01.2025
European venture with a Silicon Valley mindset, a profile of Hoxton Ventures
French Tech shines at Retail's Big Show
The 2025 edition of NRF, the global tech expo for retail, has just concluded. Once again, it brought together the world’s biggest players in the sector in New York with French Tech present in force.
News by " Emilie Pierre-Desmonde
20.01.2025
Synthesia 2.0, traveltech, quantum and fintech for immigrants 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 " David Johnson
17.01.2025
Premium Gin, AI pathology and ocean data in this week's MaddyMoney

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