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Study reveals gender bias in predictive text algorithms
Text is an important way to keep in touch, and has been especially crucial in the last 18 months. Many rely on predictive text to keep up with their communications, but a recent report by Uswitch has revealed that the algorithms we rely on are perpetuating gender biases on the devices we use daily.
News by " Abby Wallace
15.07.2021
Study reveals gender bias in predictive text algorithms
DN Capital launches £220M fund to shape post-pandemic world
Businesses are now making the most of the surge in digital adoption, creating new technologies which will drive global recovery. DN Capital’s Fund V will support this mission, backing new businesses in the period of post-pandemic recovery.
News by " Maddyness UK
14.07.2021
DN Capital launches £220M fund to shape post-pandemic world
Tikehau Capital strengthens partnership with Augmentum Fintech
The pandemic has meant that fintech companies with enhanced digital capabilities have seen increasing demand from both consumers and businesses. A new partnership between Augmentum Fintech and Tikehau Capital will now try to meet these demands for innovative solutions in European fintech.
News by " Maddyness
13.07.2021
Tikehau Capital strengthens partnership with Augmentum Fintech
Dawn Capital promotes Mina Mutafchieva to partner
In a move which will sustain gender balance across the company, Dawn Capital has recently promoted experienced investor, Mina Mutafchieva to Partner.
News by " Abby Wallace
13.07.2021
Dawn Capital promotes Mina Mutafchieva to Partner
Global venture capital crushing records as 2021 dubbed the year of startups
An expansion in online time and services has meant that investment in startups is skyrocketing across the globe, led by the tech sector. Crushing records in only 6 months, the rapid growth in investment means companies are now maturing and expanding into new markets globally.
News by " Maddyness
13.07.2021
Global venture capital is crushing records as 2021 dubbed the year of startups
Fat Llama launches rental service to meet demand for sustainable consumer habits
In the last 12 months, customers have become more conscious of the ethical consequences of their consumer habits. Popular item rental marketplace, Fat Llama has launched new enterprise rental software to allow the high street to meet new consumer demands.
News by " Abby Wallace
12.07.2021
Fat Llama launches rental service to meet sustainable consumer habits
MaddyFeed brings you what you need to know about Wise's listing on the Stock Exchange
Every week, Maddyness curates articles from other outlets on a topic that is driving the headlines. This week, we're talking about the debut of UK fintech, Wise on the London Stock Exchange.
News by " Abby Wallace
12.07.2021
Wise goes public on the London stock exchange
Prime Minister opens Bulb HQ in London
As more companies globally become interested in Green Energy, UK leader in the sector, Bulb, has welcomed Prime Minister Boris Johnson to open the London HQ. The visit comes as the company prepares to launch a new internship scheme for young people interested in green tech.
News by " Maddyness UK
10.07.2021
Prime Minister opens Bulb headquarters in London
Northern Affinity launches ‘My Northern Christmas’ campaign to support North’s bounce back
As Christmas parties moved online in 2020, the hospitality industry suffered huge losses. In order to help businesses bounce back, The Northern Affinity is bringing the profitable Christmas period to the summer.
News by " Abby Wallace
09.07.2021
Northern Affinity Launches ‘My Northern Christmas’ Campaign to Support North’s Bounce Back
Female-led businesses are facing an investment slump
Angel investors are key to the early growth of a business, providing not only significant financial backing but also advice and guidance. But data provider mnAI has recently revealed that the number of women employed in investment has dropped dramatically over the past five years, meaning that female-led businesses have also seen an investment slump.
News by " Abby Wallace
08.07.2021
mnAI reveals female-led businesses see decrease in funding from investors
Twelve universities join forces to launch impact investment fund
With mission-driven companies increasingly out-performing more traditional business models, twelve universities have come together to meet the demand for early-stage finance among university social ventures.
News by " Abby Wallace
08.07.2021
Twelve universities join forces to launch impact investment fund
Parcel Tracker goes green
Online deliveries have increased dramatically within the last year. But with ecommerce skyrocketing, parcel tracking and delivery companies should consider how packages can be delivered sustainably. For this reason, Parcel Tracker has announced the launch of its new carbon-neutral programme that offsets the emissions created by online deliveries.
News by " Abby Wallace
07.07.2021
Parcel Tracker goes green
Doritos and Poplar Studio to use AR tech in a campaign to encourage live music fans back to events
With a lack of in-person events, including festivals, gigs and live music, brands have been looking at alternate ways to recreate popular experiences through digital-first solutions. AR technology has proven to be invaluable in creating interactive online experiences to be enjoyed from home.
News by " Abby Wallace
07.07.2021
Doritos and Poplar Studio to use AR tech in a campaign to encourage live music fans back to events
MaddyFeed or what you need to know about Whitehall’s cyber security spending splash
Every week, Maddyness curates articles from other outlets on a topic that is driving the headlines. This week, we're talking about growing fears of cyber security and the government splash on tools and training to combat this.
News by " Abby Wallace
05.07.2021
What you need to know about Whitehall’s spending splash on advanced cyber security

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