Actus

Un must have pour nos lecteurs, cette rubrique "Actu" revient sur l’actualité chaude de l’écosystème entrepreneurial français : annonces financières et gouvernementales, rachats, mouvements etc.
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How to launch a first-of-its-kind consumer product
The process of launching a D2C product can be challenging, especially when you’re building something genuinely brand new. You’re trying to educate people, whilst building trust, whilst converting sales.
Tools by " George Thomas
01.11.2023
How to launch a first-of-its-kind consumer product
The tech world on its road to recovery: Accel 2023 Euroscape report shines a bright light on today's market
The tech ecosystem may be on the road to recovery following a global reset, according to data from Accel’s 2023 Euroscape report, an in-depth report on key SaaS trends and list of 100 standout European and Israeli SaaS companies.
News by " Maddyness UK
01.11.2023
Creating a healthy workplace: Small business owners' guide to employee well-being
Creating a healthy workplace is a must if you want to retain top talent and build a small business that grows year after year. Employees are more satisfied in a healthy workplace. They’re also more productive and fully engaged in their roles and, as such, your customer support, operational workflow, and overall results improve because of it.
Tools by " Indiana Lee
31.10.2023
Creating a healthy workplace: Small business owners' guide to employee well-being
Focal continues its journey to become the central data exchange for startups and VCs
Today, Focal operates one of the world's largest startup demo days, powered by 200+ leading VC funds (Bessemer, Point Nine, Balderton, Atomico, Episode 1, dmg ventures, to name a few) and garnering 2k+ applicants per demo day.
News by " Jack Richardson
31.10.2023
Focal continues its journey to become the central data exchange for startups and VCs
Backing the entrepreneurs building Africa's next tech giants, a profile of Norrsken22
With #QVCS, Maddyness profiles different funds to give founders and entrepreneurs the information they need to choose the right investor. Today we interview Ngetha Waithaka, General Partner at Norrsken22.
Portfolio by " Ngetha Waithaka
30.10.2023
Backing the entrepreneurs building Africa's next tech giants, a profile of Norrsken22
One year on: has ChatGPT really changed the game?
Generative AI is all conquering; it's going to take all of our jobs; marketing will never be the same again. Ever since Open AI's breakthrough launch last November, it would seem that ChatGPT is still a dominant tech narrative. But approaching 12 months on from its watershed launch - what impact has it really had and, more importantly, is it really the future?
Decoding by " Nick Floyd
30.10.2023
One year on: has ChatGPT really changed the game?
Diversity and sustainability offer significant investment opportunities, a profile of Unconventional Ventures
With #QVCS, Maddyness profiles different funds to give founders and entrepreneurs the information they need to choose the right investor. Today we interview Nora Bavey, cofounder and General Partner at Unconventional Ventures.
Portfolio by " Nora Bavey
30.10.2023
Diversity and sustainability offer significant investment opportunities, a profile of Unconventional Ventures
WUKA, empowering women and improving health with sustainable period proof underwear
As part of our quick founder questions series - or QFQs - we spoke to Ruby Raut, founder and CEO of WUKA about period proof underwear, empowering women and challenging the status quo.
Portfolio by " Ruby Raut
28.10.2023
WUKA, empowering women and improving health with sustainable period proof underwear
Nurture Network, amplifying the voice of women and underrepresented people
Ahead of the Nurture Network's 'Lean In, Lift Up' conference on the 14th of November, we spoke to Marie-Claire Frederick, Founder of Nurture Network, about amplifying the voices of underrepresented people, networking and the importance of having a mentor.
Portfolio by " Marie-Claire Frederick
27.10.2023
Nurture Network
Hospitality staffing, pet tech and bike insurance in this week's MaddyMoney
Every week, Maddyness brings you the latest investment news from the UK startup ecosystem. Here's a recap of this week's investments.
News by " Demi Odulana
27.10.2023
Hospitality staffing, pettech and bike insurance in this week's MaddyMoney
Backing British healthcare entrepreneurs in a downturn
Investors naturally become more risk-averse in challenging economic times, but we believe the healthcare sector offers both resilience and opportunity. Innovative, well-managed healthcare businesses will continue to attract plenty of attention, even if macro headwinds drive an economic recession.
Opinion by " Maya Ward
27.10.2023
Backing British healthcare entrepreneurs in a downturn
Volynska Gazeta: Building a blueprint for independent media in Ukraine
In a world where information flows freely and independent media serves as a cornerstone of democracy, Ukraine faces unique challenges. The need for unbiased reporting, free speech, and access to reliable information is vital in a nation striving for peace, inclusivity, and accountable institutions. Volynska Gazeta and the ViLNi program have embarked on a transformative journey to address these challenges and redefine the landscape of independent media in Ukraine.
News by " Paul Ferretti
26.10.2023
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Jude, bringing better bladder care into the mainstream
As part of our quick founder questions series - or QFQs - we spoke to Peony Li, founder and CEO of Jude about breaking bladder related taboos with stakeholders, recent investment and US expansion.
Portfolio by " Peony Li
26.10.2023
Jude, bringing better bladder care into the mainstream
Hunting Phishing: 82% of senior leaders believe phishing attacks are becoming harder to identify
GetApp’s latest study surveyed 349 employees and 215 SME senior/executive managers and owners who received one or more phishing attacks at work, to better understand how these threats are manifesting.
Portfolio by " Paul Ferretti
25.10.2023
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