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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
How two young entrepreneurs are serving up a new era of smart hospitality
The hospitality sector has struggled during the pandemic. Now, the added pressure of losing workers from across Europe, alongside the number of staff still on furlough has created a perfect storm for the sector.
News by " Abby Wallace
05.07.2021
How two young entrepreneurs are serving up a new era of smart hospitality
New research from Harvard Business Review and Apptio reveals increased spending in business technology
As retailers and services locked down in the spring of 2020, business leaders were forced to adjust to conducting business and connecting with customers from a distance. Over a year later, as the global economy emerges from the pandemic, the same business leaders are applying the digital skills and operations they developed and implemented as a result of the crisis to various areas of the business model.
News by " Abby Wallace
02.07.2021
New research from Harvard Business Review and Apptio reveals increased spending in business technology
Fixter launches UK’s first virtual mechanic diagnostic consultation
As lockdown restrictions ease, consumers are looking for convenient and modern ways to interact with industry professionals. Now, car owners can benefit from hassle-free interactions thanks to the launch of Fixter’s Virtual Mechanic Diagnostic Consultation.
News by " Abby Wallace
30.06.2021
Fixter launches UK’s first virtual mechanic diagnostic consultation
GE Healthcare selects AI-led healthtech startups for Edison Accelerator programme
Global medical technology innovator GE Healthcare and innovation organisation Wayra UK have announced five startups for the first Edison Accelerator programme. The startups are applying AI to pressing issues in the healthcare sector.
News by " Abby Wallace
29.06.2021
GE Healthcare selects AI-led healthtech startups for Edison Accelerator programme
5G technology to boost Welsh tourism and agriculture
After a tough year for business, tourism and farming, Wales will now collectively benefit from 5G technology developed by a British startup. Thanks to government funding, UtterBerry aims to revolutionise efficiency and sustainability within the sectors via 5G technology.
News by " Abby Wallace
24.06.2021
5G technology to boost Welsh tourism and agriculture
Future VC launches in the US
Future VC, an internship programme launched by Diversity VC, has launched in the United States. On the same day the US programme was launched, Future VC’s third cohort in the UK was announced. The newest group to participate is its most diverse yet.
News by " Abby Wallace
24.06.2021
Future VC launches in the U.S.
To maintain 2020’s ecommerce boom, businesses need to adjust
As the world moved online, 2020 saw a surge in cross-border ecommerce. As the trend is set to continue, Checkout.com has launched a New State of Retail Report to help navigate emerging patterns in pan-European retail and payments.
News by " Maddyness UK
24.06.2021
To maintain 2020’s ecommerce boom, businesses need to adjust
DEEP Ecosystems launches startup ecosystem accelerator
Ecosystem builders are often the behind-the-scenes figures we do not see. But DEEP Ecosystems’ new Accelerator programme aims to combat this by providing builders with professional training and networking opportunities with their global counterparts.
News by " Abby Wallace
23.06.2021
DEEP Ecosystems launches startup ecosystem accelerator
UK Tech hiring hits five year high with over 130,000 job vacancies per week
Tech hiring has hit a five year high according to job search engine Adzuna, with 132,000 open vacancies per week in May. That means tech jobs now make up 12% of all open UK vacancies.
News by " Abby Wallace
22.06.2021
UK Tech hiring hits five year high with over 130,000 job vacancies per week
UK hits milestone of 100 unicorns
The UK tech sector has recently hit 100 unicorns. AI startup, Tractable secured enough funding in a Series D investment to push itself to £1B in valuation, simultaneously pushing the UK tech sector to its new milestone.
News by " Abby Wallace
22.06.2021
UK hits milestone of 100 unicorns
Beyond HERizons launches inaugural cohort to tackle gender investment gap
Within the UK investment ecosystem, there is a huge funding gap between men and women. Beyond HERizons aims to fill this gap, and the announcement of its inaugural beneficiaries is only the first step.
News by " Abby Wallace
21.06.2021
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