⌗QVCS - Ada Ventures, co-founded by Matt Penneycard and Francesca (Check) Warner in 2018, focuses on backing diverse, game-changing startups. With over £100M raised, their Inclusive Alpha™ approach ensures underrepresented founders receive investment, making their portfolio 14x more diverse than the UK average. They invest at the pre-seed stage in climate equity, healthy aging, and economic empowerment, supporting founders tackling overlooked issues like sustainable materials, women’s health, and worker empowerment. "Be sure that what you’re doing is genuinely innovative, and that it will have a positive impact on society. Our planet is facing enormous challenges, and we don’t yet have the solutions we need to deal with them."
Maddyness UK
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Launched almost a decade ago, Maddyness is the go-to magazine for entrepreneurs, startups and innovators.
About us
Since it started in 2012, Maddyness has become the destination for news and media relating to startups, entrepreneurship and innovation in France. It is an indispensable tool for key players in business, finance, media, new technologies and innovation delivering high-quality content to its 650,000 readers each month. Here you will find everything that is happening in the world of startups and innovation; inspiration, advice, current affairs, deep dives and practical tools accessible for experts and novices alike. Our readers are creators, inventors, managers and directors who live and breathe business and innovation, our magazine gives them everything they crave. Maddyness is fundamentally forward-looking, driven by the desire to advance business and technology to make tomorrow’s world a better place to live and work. Our community of readers are shaping the future and our magazine gives them the space to explore and define the future. Want to join the movement?
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http://www.maddyness.com/uk
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Employees at Maddyness UK
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January Barnes
Tech Reporter, Founder, Podcaster, Media Entrepreneur and Speaker
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Darren Rebeiro
Fractional CMO For Maddyness UK | Expert in Marketing & Digital Transformation | Startup Investment Specialist |Former CMO at CityAM | Scale Up…
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Simon Lovick
Leading Content @ Founders Factory | Business & Technology Journalist
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Minea La
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🗓️ #U1stVision from Software République will be at GITEX GLOBAL Largest Tech & Startup Show in the World ! #U1stVision is the physical manifestation of Software République commitment to innovation, building and delivering the future of mobility, together. Bringing services for YOU, closer to YOU Visit e& UAE STAND ZABEEL 1, HALL 22 from the 14th-18th October Dubai World Trade Centre to experience this exciting and immersive concept for yourself. #U1stVision puts the human at the centre of medical care, offering decentralised, humanised, continuous and secure services at a location convenient to users. With U1stVision understanding and managing your health has never been easier! Follow our Instagram https://lnkd.in/gVnyFzdt for live updates from Dubai as #U1stVision goes global! Software République : Mobility Revolution, Together 🤝🏻 Dassault Systèmes | Eviden | JCDecaux | Orange Business | Renault Group | STMicroelectronics France | Thales EssilorLuxottica | Praesens | Withings
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🎙️What's it like to be a #startup #founder today? In our quick founder questions series this week we spoke to founders to ask the questions that matter - from working culture to funding 👏 biggest challenges to daily routines 🧘♀️ and always advice for other founders 🎤 Hear from the inside with... 🍌 Zara Godfrey (née Gugen) 🍌🍫 - Pukpip https://lnkd.in/ejib2f8n 🩺 Thomas Whicher - DrDoctor https://lnkd.in/ej_Ru_FX 🌱 Daniel Matthews-Ferrer - Garden Stack https://lnkd.in/ejjag_hk 🤖 Fiona Young - Carve https://lnkd.in/evpCuSjk 📹 Pierre Narchi - Miracamp https://lnkd.in/eRFcgyHs
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🚀A strong go-to-market (#GTM) strategy is crucial for early-stage #startups, and working with #investors who understand the challenges founders face can make a significant difference. 🏃♀️Early-stage VC firm Peak excels in this area because 99% of its investors are founders, ex-founders, or industry experts who have experienced the startup journey themselves. Peak partner Philippe Klitzing explains that startups often need support with sales and marketing, hiring, and operational processes. Peak acts as a sparring partner, providing guidance without taking over the company-building process.
Mastering go-to-market with the VC made by founders, for founders
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"Emerged" startups from Central and Eastern Europe (CEE), the Balkans, the Baltics, and the South Caucasus are reshaping the global investment landscape. Despite limited resources, these regions have produced unicorns like Grammarly, Miro, and Revolut, driving innovation in tech. However, global investors still prioritise US and Western European startups, leaving "emerged" markets underserved in terms of funding. While these regions face challenges like geopolitical risks and distance from the US - For experienced investors, "emerged" markets offer opportunities for high returns in less saturated environments. International platforms like Viva Technology and EMERGE are helping bridge the gap between global investors and local talent, facilitating networking and collaboration. As these regions continue to develop, their resilience and adaptability will likely make them more visible on the global stage.
How “Emerged” startups are changing the investment geography map
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🏴Cardiff: What #founders need to know about the Welsh capital As Wales' largest city and government seat, Cardiff is driving the country's growing reputation in technology and innovation. In 2023 alone, the city attracted £125M in venture capital—the majority of Wales' £157M total investment—and launched over 10,000 new businesses. Cardiff has emerged as a hotspot for fintech, with notable players like Monzo, Starling Bank, and Admiral Group establishing major offices there. The city's cybersecurity sector is also booming, thanks to the Airbus Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security Analytics and startups like PureCyber and Awen Collective. Additionally, Cardiff is home to the world’s first compound semiconductor cluster, a rapidly growing industry valued at £230B. Key Sectors in Cardiff: 💲Fintech & Insurtech: Includes leading companies like Confused.com, Target Group, and Sonovate. ⛓️Cybersecurity: With Airbus leading research and companies like PureCyber emerging. 🖥️Semiconductors: A world-class compound semiconductor cluster. ⌗Data Analytics, Medtech, Agritech: Growing sectors with a strong local presence. With its vibrant tech ecosystem, Cardiff is a prime location for startups seeking growth in fintech, cybersecurity, and cutting-edge tech sectors. Discover more: https://lnkd.in/ePUX42Ni British Embassy Paris UkinFrance
Cardiff: What founders need to know about the Welsh capital
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🛰️The risk of satellite collisions is often overstated due to the vastness of Low Earth Orbit (LEO), where about 10,000 satellites currently operate. While collisions are rare, they’re not impossible - Starlink satellites performed 20,000 avoidance manoeuvres in 2023 alone. Bogdan Gogulan of NewSpace Capital argues that we need improved space traffic management, akin to air traffic control, and systems to track and clean up debris, like those developed by the U.S. Space Surveillance Network and UNOOSA. Despite the small risk, space is crucial for global communications, 5G, self-driving cars, and even addressing the climate crisis. Proper regulations will allow us to harness the benefits of space technology while minimizing risks.
The risk of satellite collisions is overstated – but that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t care
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📄 Compliance with New AI Regulations: A Startup Opportunity Ensuring #compliance with the latest #AI regulations is essential for #startups, but there are also significant benefits. New regulations, such as the EU's GDPR and The United States' AI Act, provide frameworks to promote innovation, safeguard data, and protect consumers. Filippo Sanesi from OVHcloud highlights that adherence to AI governance and data sovereignty boosts investor confidence and mitigates risks, making startups more attractive. Compliance not only prevents legal penalties but also fosters trust with customers, an essential element for retaining and growing a user base. Open-source infrastructure software, combined with sovereign cloud-based AI systems, helps reduce costs while maintaining compliance. Startups adhering to these standards gain a competitive edge by operating efficiently, securely, and affordably. To manage this effectively, Rik Van Bruggen from Hopsworks suggests staying informed, conducting risk assessments, and implementing compliance programs. By viewing regulations as a business opportunity, startups can promote innovation while building a solid foundation of trust and growth. For further assistance, OVHcloud offers cloud credits for startups. Learn more about the program➡️ https://lnkd.in/dzdv6K9
Compliance with new AI regulation is important – but there are positives for startups to embrace too
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🌱As the workplace continues to evolve, so do employee expectations. Flexibility, career progression, and personal growth are increasingly sought after, especially by younger generations. Yet, despite these shifts, traditional workplace learning and development tools have lagged behind, often failing to effectively measure or track employee growth. That's the problem Klara, a French tech startup, is addressing. Founded by Romain Etay and Nazim Chibane, Klara offers a new type of learning and development platform that helps companies nurture talent and track employee growth through bespoke training programs and streamlined managerial processes. 🇬🇧UK Expansion: A Natural Next Step 🇫🇷 Since launching in 2019, Klara has worked with major companies like Carrefour and Banque Populaire. Now, under UK director Matt McColley, Klara has expanded to the UK, aiming to empower companies to better develop and retain talent through customised, data-driven solutions. As the platform continues to grow, Klara’s mission remains clear: helping companies unlock the full potential of their people. For more information, visit Klara's website: https://en.klarahr.com/
The French tech startup that lets you drive and unlock your employees’ growth
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