Entrepreneurship stories - Page 4
Series launches with USD $3m to revolutionise networking
Sun, 6th Apr 2025
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Series, a new social platform aimed at Gen Z, has launched with USD $3 million funding, utilising AI to enhance connections among college students.
Blackpearl Group appoints new COO for US market growth
Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
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Blackpearl Group has appointed Christie Kerner as Chief Operating Officer to drive its US expansion, leveraging her 30 years in scaling successful businesses.
Smarter Brands AI partners with Omniverse City for automation
Fri, 14th Mar 2025
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Smarter Brands AI has unveiled an AI platform aimed at automating business operations, collaborating with Omniverse City's innovative AI infrastructure.
Markko Labs opens applications for next startup cohort
Wed, 12th Mar 2025
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Markko Labs is inviting applications for its second cohort, targeting non-technical marketplace founders to foster innovation in eCommerce.
Tech firms champion women in tech ahead of IWD 2025
Sat, 8th Mar 2025
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As International Women's Day approaches, tech firms like CMTG and Fugro champion gender equality, advocating initiatives to boost female participation in the industry.
IWD 2025: The next billion users - Why Women will shape the future of Fintech
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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As women increasingly shape financial landscapes, fintech firms have a crucial opportunity to design tailored solutions that meet their unique needs and aspirations.
UK fintech Lenkie raises GBP £49m to boost SME financing
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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UK fintech Lenkie has secured GBP £49 million in Series A funding, aiming to transform payables financing for SMEs amid a £22 billion funding gap.
IWD 2025: Empowering women in tech: driving innovation through diversity
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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On International Women's Day, the tech industry celebrates women's vital contributions to innovation and digital transformation, championing diversity for future success.
SimCare AI raises USD $2m to enhance training platform
Fri, 28th Feb 2025
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SimCare AI has secured USD $2 million in seed funding to enhance its innovative AI-based healthcare simulation platform aimed at revolutionising clinical training.
OneUp Sales raises GBP £1.5m to expand in global markets
Fri, 28th Feb 2025
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OneUp Sales has successfully raised GBP £1.5 million to bolster its expansion into international markets, primarily targeting the United States.
Disrupt.com announces USD $100m boost for AI startups
Thu, 27th Feb 2025
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Dubai's Disrupt.com has unveiled plans to invest USD $100 million in AI startups globally, aiming to boost technological growth amid a challenging funding landscape.
From Unicorns to Underdogs: How cognitive diversity could be the catalyst for making change that matters
Tue, 25th Feb 2025
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Cognitive diversity has emerged as a pivotal factor in transforming businesses from Underdogs to Unicorns, enabling teams to solve complex problems effectively.
TalentLMS launches skills programme for female SMBs
Tue, 25th Feb 2025
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TalentLMS has launched a Skills Accelerator Program aimed at empowering women-owned businesses with complimentary access to training resources for a year.
EY & Microsoft launch AI Skills Passport for students
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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EY and Microsoft have unveiled the AI Skills Passport, a free online course aimed at empowering students aged 16 and above with essential AI skills by 2025.
Exclusive: Phase One Ventures share tips on Kiwi startups navigating the US market
Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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Mahesh Muralidhar, founder of Phase One Ventures, shares insights for Kiwi startups eyeing the US market, highlighting the unique resilience of New Zealand entrepreneurs.
Fiverr supports diverse entrepreneurs in 2025 programme
Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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Fiverr has unveiled its largest cohort yet for The Future Collective, a business accelerator supporting 15 underrepresented entrepreneurs across the US.
YouTube tops list as most popular global side hustle
Fri, 27th Dec 2024
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A study by Printful reveals YouTube content creation as the world's top side hustle, with a 189% rise in global searches and UK earnings averaging GBP £4,192.
NZ takes #2 spot in best markets for women entrepreneurs
Thu, 28th Nov 2019
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New Zealand is second only to the United States for being the most conducive country to women's entrepreneurship, a new report from Mastercard revealed today.
How Richard Branson became the million-follower man
Thu, 27th Dec 2012
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Sir Richard Branson becomes the first LinkedIn Influencer to surpass one million followers, doubling Barack Obama's count and setting a new record.
We just happened to be in the neighbourhood
Sun, 1st Nov 2009
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Doing business in Asia can be challenging, but with careful preparation and perseverance, it can be a rewarding venture.