In case you weren’t aware, government officials from around the world are heading to Glasgow to start two weeks of negotiations about the future of this planet.
01.11.2021
In the ever-growing investment landscape, funds are multiplying and diversifying, and for startups there is more to raising investment than the money and the media moment. With #QVCS Maddyness profiles different funds to give founders and entrepreneurs the information they need to choose the right investor. Today we speak to Alyse Killeen, Founder and Managing Partner of Bitcoin-focused venture firm Stillmark.
01.11.2021
Crypto is a type of currency that has been around for a while, but it's only recently seen significant growth. The reason for this sudden boom in popularity is because people are starting to realise crypto’s potential to change the way we transact and interact with one another.
29.10.2021
Every week, Maddyness brings you the latest investment news from the UK startup ecosystem. Here's a recap of this week's investments.
29.10.2021
In the world of tech, the exact definitions of ‘startup’ and ‘scaleup’ are somewhat open to interpretation. But how do you go from one to the other?
28.10.2021
We are all familiar with the struggles startups – and indeed, the entire business world – has faced since 2020. But have you taken the time to consider what the life of a startup might look like in five years’ time?
28.10.2021
Young people have been hit hard by unemployment in the last 18 months. In the first six months of the pandemic, the rate of youth unemployment increased by 14%, while the number of 18-24 year-olds claiming universal credit is still 66% higher than pre-pandemic levels.
27.10.2021
Entrepreneur community FutureX has announced the semi-finalists for the annual Startup Summit Competition. Showcasing Scotland’s tech for good businesses, the entrants will be judged on their potential to solve pressing social or environmental issues.
27.10.2021
Creating a new project needs a lot of time and effort. So many things have to be right for it to become popular among readers and your future clients. We’re sure your teams work hard to make it worth every visit by Internet users.
27.10.2021
Most investors are good. Some aren’t great. A few are ticking time bombs. In a recent issue of Teaching Startup (#70), I answered a question from an entrepreneur about whether or not to walk away from an investment deal that was becoming more of a hindrance than a help.
26.10.2021
How often have you struggled to get in touch with a business because of strict service hours? Such struggles could be a thing of the past with 24/7 answering service AnswerConnect. We spoke to the company's director of mattering and impact, Fraser Wilson.
26.10.2021
Maddyness is collaborating with environmental publication Ours to Save to bring readers fresh perspectives on sustainability. In this piece, Florence Wildblood spoke to Bolton about reconciling personal values with career choices, how to avoid fast fashion temptation, and the ins and outs of running a small business.
26.10.2021
The EU has proposed a ban on all new fossil fuel exploration in the Arctic to mitigate the impacts of climate change. Under its updated Arctic strategy, the European Commission will work towards a binding multilateral agreement that prevents the development and purchase of oil, gas and coal from the region.
25.10.2021
Law firms are calling for formal investigation as The Met Police admit to misplacing nearly 2300 laptops, mobile phones and iPads in two years.
25.10.2021