Meta did a great job launching Threads last summer: the teasers, the waitlist, the ‘number’ assigned to your profile signifying when you became part of the community... It was all very exciting.
17.05.2024
The government's recent policy reversal around access to funding for women and persons of colour start-ups is good news. But it remains nothing short of shocking that we got there in the first place.
16.05.2024
For the UN, the 2020-2030 decade is the decade of ecosystem restoration. To achieve this goal, we need to appreciate the extreme complexity and gigantic diversity of the planet's ecosystems. Forests, the main carbon sink alongside the ocean, are the best example: tropical, temperate, coniferous, humid, dry, mangrove, boreal... Affected by massive deforestation, these areas are on the front line of the climate emergency.
15.05.2024
Covering a range of important factors such as environmental impact, social responsibility, human rights, and governance, the implementation of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) marks a significant step towards accounting for sustainability alongside financial reporting in the EU.
10.05.2024
Every decision matters in the dynamic world of startups. From product development to customer acquisition, the right strategies can make or break a young company.
09.05.2024
As an investor, backing Helen Chen and her venture, Nomad Homes, wasn't just a decision based on potential financial returns; it was a strategic choice driven by a combination of admiration for her diversity, awe for her courage, and recognition of the transformative power her innovation holds for the real estate industry.
08.05.2024
In a world where technology is evolving at an unprecedented pace, the demand for specialised digital skills has never been higher. Digital skills are required for virtually any job, in any sector. That’s why it has never been more important to level up skills and digital literacy to create a workforce of digital natives, and build the UK’s talent pipeline for the future.
08.05.2024
In the modern world, the business landscape is constantly evolving, so it’s no surprise that business education is also constantly needing to innovate and adapt.
03.05.2024
Let’s start with some low grade real life conflicts that an average college student might address through a mildly uncomfortable conversation. Take the example of a friend who always seems too busy for you. They never reach out, always seem too occupied to meet you and you feel like you are the only one who cares about your friendship. Think about a flat mate who always leaves their dirty dishes on the kitchen counter, or a friend who posts mean/uncomfortable photos of you online.
02.05.2024
In March, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt presented the Spring Budget for 2024, delivering a string of tax cuts and promising a “budget for long-term growth”.
01.05.2024
Timothy Motte is the founder of The Realistic Optimist, a weekly publication making sense of the globalised startup scene. In this piece, originally published by The Realistic Optimist he takes readers on a deep-dive into BPIFrance, the one-stop shop for French entrepreneurs.
01.05.2024
The convergence of financial technology (fintech) and mobile commerce has ushered in a new era of transactional possibilities. By embracing the artificial intelligence-driven approach, fintech can create a more engaging and tailored experience for their customers.
30.04.2024
The world of hospitality rarely stays still. Fuelled by shifts in customer demand and an ever-evolving world of technology, the business models for hotels, bars, restaurants, and cafes are constantly moving to keep up with the times. But how does this affect the customer experience?
24.04.2024
With sentient document-level AI, finding and accessing relevant information will become much more efficient, technologist and author of Thingalytics Dr. John Bates explains.
23.04.2024