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20.12.2024
As 2024 draws to a close, the startup ecosystem instead of winding down, buzzes with anticipation for what lies ahead. In this article, Maddyness has gathered insights from founders, investors, and industry thought leaders to uncover their predictions for 2025.
News
13.12.2024
Would you create your very own AI friend that you can speak to and message? We gave it a go with AI friend app PalUp.
News
12.12.2024
Need a friend? The PalUp app can build you one with AI
In 2022, almost 50% of UK adults admitted to feeling lonely. Could AI-powered apps like PalUp help support these people in need?
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Are you happy with the “emotional wage” you’re getting at work?
NEWS BY KIRSTIE MCDERMOTT
25.06.2024
Can the 1 hour no smartphone rule make you better at your job?
Salary and benefits are one of the main drivers for people not only in their current role, but also when they are looking for a new opportunity. The total compensation question is top of mind for lots of UK workers right now, thanks to a couple of years of tech layoffs and a slow-down in hiring, along with a punishing cost-of-living crisis.
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Tech Nation relaunches Rising Stars competition with £3M boost for early-stage startups
Tech Nation, part of Founders Forum Group, has launched the 2025 edition of its iconic Rising Stars competition. In partnership with Rigby Group, Haatch, and Wealth Club, the revamped initiative will accelerate the UK’s most innovative early-stage startups, giving them the exposure, resources, and funding needed to scale. Now merged with OneToWin, the enhanced programme aims to uncover the UK’s most promising tech startups, offering a record-breaking £3M prize pot.
News by David Johnson
22.01.2025
French Tech shines at Retail's Big Show
The 2025 edition of NRF, the global tech expo for retail, has just concluded. Once again, it brought together the world’s biggest players in the sector in New York with French Tech present in force.
News by Emilie Pierre-Desmonde
20.01.2025
Synthesia 2.0, traveltech, quantum and fintech for immigrants 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 David Johnson
17.01.2025
Premium Gin, AI pathology and ocean data in this week's MaddyMoney
Hyperline, the fintech founded by former Spendesk employees, continues to grow
To support the transformation of billing systems by introducing a new level of flexibility that meets client expectations, Hyperline has announced a new funding round, raising €10M. This funding will allow the company to strengthen its sales teams and expand across Europe.
News by Nadege Hubert
16.01.2025

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