As traditional European tech hubs become increasingly saturated, savvy investors and entrepreneurs are turning their attention to the Adriatic Region in Europe. Croatia, Serbia and Slovenia are emerging as the next frontier for startup innovation, offering a combination of technical talent, cost-effectiveness, and untapped market potential.

As part of our quick founder questions series – or QFQs – we spoke to Scott Fletcher, CEO of Real World Health about data science, the NHS and improving patient outcomes.

If AI is on your mind, you are not alone. Business leaders say repercussions of using AI technology incorrectly keeps them up at night, with two-thirds of executives reporting that their key concern is financial consequences, according to recent research from G-P.

As part of our quick founder questions series – or QFQs – we spoke to Lizzie Earl, CEO and Founder of Nibble and The Stakked Collective about Nibble, about building an AI-powered SaaS platform to help businesses and agencies find, match and hire top freelance PR talent.

You don’t need to be a foodie to have noticed how quickly eating establishments seem to come and go these days. A notoriously saturated market with slim operating margins means that only the best can survive. And with a decades-long career designing restaurants, I’ve witnessed everything from businesses establishing a twelve-month waiting list to those that fold within that same time frame.

As part of our quick founder questions series – or QFQs – we spoke to Jenna Banks, Marketing Director at Slice Mobile, about shaking up the mobile experience, starting from zero and bringing the concept of ownership to life.

At Blue Earth Summit, we are people on a mission to transform the way the world works. To reach our goals, we need to work across industry, policy and community to reduce our collective impact. This transformative approach is good for business and it’s essential for our planet.

With #QVCs, Maddyness UK profiles different funds to give founders and entrepreneurs the information they need to choose the right investor. This week, we speak to Matt Penneycard, Partner and cofounder of Ada Ventures.

As we move further into an era of technological advancement, our approach to website hosting is shifting in profound ways. The traditional model of centralised hosting, which has been the standard for years, is now facing competition from decentralised hosting.

Effective communication is more than just a soft skill—it's a critical driver of revenue and success. Whether you're a startup founder, a sales executive, or a customer service representative, your ability to communicate clearly, persuasively, and empathetically can make or break your business relationships and, ultimately, your bottom line.

Every week, Maddyness brings you the latest investment news from the UK startup ecosystem. Here's a recap of this week's investments.

As part of our quick founder questions series – or QFQs – we spoke to Tristan Flint, cofounder of Iced Tea brand Marna about squeezing lemons, crafting an authentic iced tea brewed with real tea, going viral and being listed in Soho House.

As part of our quick founder questions series – or QFQs – we spoke to Zara Godfrey, founder and managing director of Pukpip about the rise of permissible indulgence, shipping logistics and upcycling bananas.

Culture is currency right now. It’s how brands are gaining relevancy, winning loyalty and building longevity. But if you wait for trends to emerge you’ll have missed the moment. Look at how fast Skims moves, partnering with Jude Bellingham just days before the start of this summer’s Euros. Or tapping Bridgerton star Nicole Coughlan to lead its campaign as the latest series dropped.

Since the end of the 20th century, the countries of Central and Eastern Europe (CEE), the Balkans, the Baltics, and the South Caucasus have come a long way from almost nothing to what we can now call “emerged” economies. Despite hardships and limited resources, these countries have brought up fantastic tech professionals and startup founders known to be behind unicorns such companies as OpenAI, Grammarly, Miro, Flo, and Revolut.