As we step into 2025, the venture capital landscape presents both challenges and opportunities. For General Partners (GPs), standing out has never been more critical. Limited Partners (LPs) are more discerning than ever, seeking strong returns in a climate where only VCs with a clear competitive edge get access to the best deals.
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Issie James
13.01.2025
A few months after the close of Gitex Global 2024, a global showcase for emerging technologies that attracted more than 200,000 participants, Dubai reaffirmed its futuristic leadership ambitions with the Dubai Future Forum conference, held on November 19 and 20. This event, though less marked by spectacular demonstrations, was equally strategic, bringing together over 2,500 experts to discuss and explore the major technological challenges of tomorrow.
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Etienne Portais
In partnership with GITEX
10.01.2025
Every week, Maddyness brings you the latest investment news from the UK startup ecosystem. Here's a recap of this week's investments.
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David Johnson
10.01.2025
LIVE FROM LAS VEGAS – Before the official start of CES, we had the chance to preview several products being launched at CES Unveiled. Among them, some French startups showcased fittingly innovative and relevant solutions. Here are three standout innovations from France via Las Vegas.
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Maxence Fabrion
08.01.2025
As part of our quick founder questions series – or QFQs – we spoke to Carmen Palacios-Berraquero, Founder and CEO of Nu Quantum about photonics, quantum networks and the opportunity for the UK to be a world leader in Quantum.
07.01.2025
LIVE FROM LAS VEGAS – Once again, French Tech takes centre stage at Eureka Park for CES. Among the hundred French startups selected to travel to Nevada, 80% will be experiencing the landmark American trade show for the very first time.
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Maxence Fabrion
06.01.2025
In early 2018 I was Lime’s first hire in Europe, promoting kick scooters at the iconic Galerie Lafayette, there I met the discreetly charismatic Myriam Vander Elst. A word led to another, here we were sharing our perspectives on philanthropy.
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Noa Khamallah
02.01.2025
Family businesses have long been the backbone of the global economy, contributing significantly to employment, innovation, and economic resilience. As we approach 2025 and beyond, family businesses must adapt to a range of emerging trends to stay competitive, sustainable, and aligned with the expectations of future generations. In this article, we discuss the key trends to watch in 2025.
30.12.2024
Lea Turner is the founder of The HoLT business community and host of the podcast The HoLT’s Survival Guide for Small Businesses, in this piece she shares some of her experiences since becoming popular on the internet and how you can deal with the online visibility your business can bring you.
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Lea Turner
27.12.2024
As an introvert, you’ve probably been given feedback for how to enhance your skills and advance your career, such as "speak early in a meeting to make it clear that you contribute", or been told to network to get to know the right people to benefit your career longer term
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Sissel Heiberg
23.12.2024
As part of our quick founder questions series – or QFQs – we spoke to Jack Dyrhauge, CEO and founder of Neuropool about digital neuroinclusivity, partnering with companies to build stronger, more dynamic teams and why adjustments, flexibility, and trust are crucial.
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Jack Dyrhauge
23.12.2024
E-commerce businesses are increasingly leveraging social media platforms to expand their reach, drive sales, and build stronger connections with their audiences. With billions of active users across various platforms, social media offers unparalleled opportunities for e-commerce brands to thrive.
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George mathew
21.12.2024
In the world of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) companies, we are no strangers to ratios. From Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) to LTV/CAC, Rule 40, and The Magic Number — you name it, it has a ratio. Yet, there has always been a missing piece—a ratio that tells us if we are spending too much on our most valuable asset: our people. Enter the Salary Efficiency Ratio (SER), a metric I’ve developed to fill this critical gap.
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Edward Keelan
20.12.2024
Every week, Maddyness brings you the latest investment news from the UK startup ecosystem. Here's a recap of this week's investments.
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Maddyness UK
20.12.2024
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