Why London is the business capital of Europe
Connectivity, venture capital, diversity, community and more – we take an in-depth look at the various factors and accomplishments that make London deserving of the “business capital of Europe” label.
Tag: Tech
Zopa, Secret Escapes and Deliveroo helped UK tech sector win record $3.6bn in 2015
The British technology industry continues to surge, as new results from Boris Johnson’s London & Partners promotional company have revealed that the sector raised a $3.6bn worth of venture capital funding in 2015 – a new record.
Women in business: The secret to a healthy work-life balance is commitment to gender equality
By Ida Tin
Ida Tin, founder of Clue, discusses why she believes her workplace should be the norm, not the minority, as well as discussing the many benefits of creating a workplace where parental leave is flexible and children are welcomed in to the office.
Two unnamed investors pump $500,000 into 3nder the app for three-way sex
3nder – the company formally known as the threesome app – has had its fantasy of expanding growth realised as “two experienced unnamed tech angels” have pumped $500,000 into the business.
Matthew Hancock is on the side of disruptive tech that includes Uber
Former minister for business and enterprise Matthew Hancock has admitted that, despite continued protests from London cabbies, he’s a fan of Uber – and it’s actually the capital’s taxi drivers that are to blame.
Nurturing STEM education can take British firms into the future, says IBM’s UK chief exec
By David Stokes
Today’s digital revolution is changing our society in the same way the industrial revolution fundamentally changed the way we work and live our lives. As such, it’s transforming education, which is great news for British businesses.
Football media platform used by Chelsea and Liverpool scores $15m Series D round
90min, a London-based football media platform, has scored a $15m Series D round to tackle New York and Germany. The round takes the company’s total investment to $39m following its 2011 launch.
British teachers back digital learning with belief it boosts students’ exam results
The UK’s educators are embracing digital learning, with the belief that the educational method can boost the exam results of students by at least one grade.
Women urged to join fight against cyber crime and protect UK firms
By David Craik
More women are needed to protect British businesses against the dangers of cyber crime according to a new report.
Tech is eating me: Is technology taking up too much of your time
Technology has transformed the way entrepreneurs run their startups and small businesses. But is it taking up too much of your time