Canada’s 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC) has announced a groundbreaking milestone in promoting diversity and inclusivity within the Canadian business landscape. The Ecosystem Fund, part of the 2SLGBTQI+ Entrepreneurship Programme, is now open to applications from non-profit organisations and registered charities across...
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FundOnion has officially launched its AI-backed business finance comparison site for small business loans. The FundOnion comparison site allows businesses to quickly compare the cost of business loans from over 20 providers and secure funding in a faster and more transparent way. A recent report by the Bank of England has estimated...
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UK SMEs are looking forward to a promising 2024, as they expect to hit an average of 15% year-on-year revenue growth, bringing overall SME turnover from £2 trillion in 2023 to £2.3 trillion next year. New research outlined in the Ambition Index from Three Business, the B2B arm of the mobile network, Three, has...
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Not many SMEs will be successful if they don’t have an effective website and a seamless way to sell their products, craft or trade. Selling products online needn’t be an arduous task, especially with the amount of software and IT specialists available to help to make it a smooth experience. Customers’ attention spans...
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Cybersecurity
Why UK SME IT admins are dissatisfied in their roles
IT admins in the UK have had a lot to deal with in the last few years as they help employees adjust to remote and hybrid working. At the same time, they are helping their customers digitally transform. This increased workload has led to some dissatisfaction among IT admins. Denis Dorval, VP International (EMEA & […]
Tech
What will 2024 have in store for technology businesses?
The past 12 months have been revolutionary for the technology industry, and 2023 will go down in history as the year that Generative AI took its hold. And although AI has certainly been the buzzword of the year, other technologies have also continued to develop and be embraced by businesses....
MarkiTech expands its footprint in the GCC market
MarkiTech, a globally renowned leader in advanced digital health and wellness solutions, is making a significant impact in the Middle East with the launch of two innovative wellness applications: Veyetals and Well@Work. MarkiTech’s global product portfolio features a variety of transformative digital solutions, including early...
Industry-specific IT certifications: closing the skills gap in South Africa
In today’s rapidly evolving digital-first job market, the need for industry-specific skills is paramount. University education, while valuable, often falls short in preparing graduates for the fast-paced and technology-driven world of work. The Talent Acceleration Programme by Think Tank addresses this gap by focusing on...
One in five UK small businesses could not report on any of their emissions if asked...
Despite a growing commitment to sustainability among small businesses, recent research by Novuna Business Finance reveals a significant gap in the number of businesses which would actually be able to report on their own carbon emissions. As new regulations such as the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) are...
Accredify from Singapore beats 260 start-ups to win 2023 Supernova Challenge
Accredify, a Singapore-based start-up and service provider for issuing verifiable documents and information, emerged as the champion of the 2023 Supernova Challenge at Expand North Star Dubai, the world’s largest start-up event. The start-up received the US$100,000 grand prize after an intense final round of pitching against 27...
A milestone in promoting diversity and inclusivity within the Canadian business...
Canada’s 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC) has announced a groundbreaking milestone in promoting diversity and inclusivity within the Canadian business landscape. The Ecosystem Fund, part of the 2SLGBTQI+ Entrepreneurship Programme, is now open to applications from non-profit organisations and registered charities across...
