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European startups
fromSilicon Canals
3 months ago

New Kid on the Block: This UK startup is taking the pain out of IT procurement for SMEs - Silicon Canals

Ooodles revolutionizes IT procurement for SMEs by offering a flexible, efficient platform that reduces costs and simplifies management.
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago
European startups

French fintech unicorn Pennylane rakes up 75M from Sequoia, others to scale its all-in-one finance platform for SMEs - Silicon Canals

European startups
fromSilicon Canals
3 months ago

New Kid on the Block: This UK startup is taking the pain out of IT procurement for SMEs - Silicon Canals

Ooodles revolutionizes IT procurement for SMEs by offering a flexible, efficient platform that reduces costs and simplifies management.
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago
European startups

French fintech unicorn Pennylane rakes up 75M from Sequoia, others to scale its all-in-one finance platform for SMEs - Silicon Canals

fromBusiness Matters
3 days ago

Future-Proofing Your SME's Financial Records (and Your Budget)

Modern SMEs heavily utilize cloud accounting for bookkeeping; however, long-term management of financial records poses challenges that must not be overlooked.
Digital life
fromHomebuilding
3 days ago

Angela Rayner says 'the SME housebuilding comeback starts now'

"Rising planning fees could deter smaller builders," warns Brian Berry, Chief Executive of the Federation of Master Builders. "Without adequate support, SMEs may struggle to compete."
Renovation
#digital-transformation
European startups
fromHackernoon
2 years ago

Building Africa's Digital Future: Interview with Startups of the Year 2024 Nominee, NAYAMAX | HackerNoon

NAYAMAX empowers African SMEs by providing essential digital tools to enhance e-commerce and addresses unique challenges in Burkina Faso.
European startups
fromHackernoon
2 years ago

Building Africa's Digital Future: Interview with Startups of the Year 2024 Nominee, NAYAMAX | HackerNoon

NAYAMAX empowers African SMEs by providing essential digital tools to enhance e-commerce and addresses unique challenges in Burkina Faso.
#cybersecurity
fromZDNET
1 month ago
Information security

Why no small business is too small for hackers - and 8 security best practices for SMBs

fromZDNET
1 month ago
Information security

Why no small business is too small for hackers - and 8 security best practices for SMBs

Privacy technologies
fromZDNET
2 weeks ago

LastPass can now monitor employees' rogue reliance on shadow SaaS - including AI tools

LastPass is expanding into SaaS monitoring to help SMEs manage shadow SaaS risks more affordably.
#business-growth
Marketing tech
fromForbes
2 weeks ago

Mastering B2B Sales In 2025: From Proven Strategies To Future Trends

B2B sales methodologies are crucial for improving efficiency and conversion rates in a competitive landscape.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 weeks ago

Procurement act must quickly deliver for SMEs - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Only 20% of public sector procurement spending went to SMEs in 2024, despite total spending with SMEs increasing to £45.4b from £42.4b in 2023.
UK politics
#tariffs
UK news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Trump tariffs to cause untold damage', UK business groups warn

The UK's mild 10 percent tariff could hinder small businesses that rely heavily on US exports.
UK news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Trump tariffs to cause untold damage', UK business groups warn

The UK's mild 10 percent tariff could hinder small businesses that rely heavily on US exports.
fromTESLARATI
3 weeks ago

Starlink Direct to Cell to boost remote businesses in Chile

Entel's partnership with Starlink Direct to Cell aims to improve connectivity for SMEs and large industries in remote areas of Chile and Peru.
SF parents
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 weeks ago

Businesses plan pay and recruitment freezes in response to Chancellor's tax hikes - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

SMEs are planning pay and recruitment freezes in response to government tax rises, with a distinct focus on limiting expenditures and innovation.
European startups
#government-policy
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

GB Bank breaks 2 billion balance sheet milestone, months after hitting profitability - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

This has been a period of rapid yet sustainable growth for the bank as we continue to tap significant demand for our fast, flexible financing solutions.
London startup
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

EIB and ABN AMRO strike 1.2B deal to boost Dutch businesses

ABN AMRO and the EIB have partnered for several years to provide financing to Dutch companies. This transaction will support economic growth and the transition to climate neutrality.
Europe news
#us-tariffs
UK news
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Donald Trump's tariffs on EU set to hit over 950 Irish exporters to US

US tariffs may significantly disrupt supply chains in Ireland, comparable to the effects of Brexit.
UK news
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Donald Trump's tariffs on EU set to hit over 950 Irish exporters to US

US tariffs may significantly disrupt supply chains in Ireland, comparable to the effects of Brexit.
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

Luxury vs Budget: Why a Cheaper Alternative Can Strengthen Your Brand

The online casino industry demonstrates that providing budget-friendly options can attract diverse demographics, allowing businesses to build customer loyalty and encourage upgrades to higher-priced offerings.
Startup companies
#uk-economy
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 months ago

CityFibre acquires Connexin's full-fibre infrastructure | Computer Weekly

Connexin has launched an all-in-one business broadband service tailored for SMEs in Hull, and is strategically acquired by CityFibre to enhance network reach.
European startups
#national-insurance
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago
Startup companies

UK SMEs eye 4bn NI savings despite looming tax hike

SMEs face significant challenges due to increased National Insurance contributions, impacting recruitment and wages.
Salary sacrifice schemes could alleviate some financial pressures, saving SMEs over £4 billion annually.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
5 months ago
Business

Bank of England governor warns the 'biggest issue' is the response to the NI hike - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Businesses' responses to the national insurance hike are critical for economic stability, particularly for SMEs facing potential layoffs.
Startup companies
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

UK SMEs eye 4bn NI savings despite looming tax hike

SMEs face significant challenges due to increased National Insurance contributions, impacting recruitment and wages.
Salary sacrifice schemes could alleviate some financial pressures, saving SMEs over £4 billion annually.
#national-insurance-contributions
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 months ago
Business

Data from the British Chambers of Commerce paints a stark picture for SMEs across the UK - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

SMEs face heightened challenges from rising taxation and costs, particularly with increased National Insurance Contributions impacting profitability and growth.
Business
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 months ago

Data from the British Chambers of Commerce paints a stark picture for SMEs across the UK - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

SMEs face heightened challenges from rising taxation and costs, particularly with increased National Insurance Contributions impacting profitability and growth.
Germany news
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 months ago

Baden-Wurttember, southern Germany's wealthy state where family businesses ward off economic crisis

Baden-Wurttemberg thrives on SMEs and hidden champions fueling economic optimism post-recession.
European startups
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Future perfect: the AI tools helping startups to predict and plan their recruitment

AI tools are transforming HR for SMEs, allowing them to proactively manage recruitment.
Employment Hero enables smaller companies to compete effectively in staffing by utilizing advanced AI.
fromForbes
3 months ago

Why Gallabox Thinks WhatsApp Is The Future Of Sales And Marketing

Gallabox's marketing platform allows SMEs to manage all sales and marketing activities within WhatsApp, enhancing customer conversations and improving lead conversion rates.
Marketing
fromSilicon Canals
4 months ago

Key steps for tech entrepreneurs looking to thrive amidst the ESPR's DPP mandate - Silicon Canals

The ESPR aims to make sustainable products standard in the EU by enhancing longevity, efficiency in resource use, reparability, recyclability, and recycled content.
Business intelligence
fromHarvard Business Review
5 months ago

Digital Twins Aren't Just for Big Businesses

Digital twins allow businesses, including SMEs, to simulate and optimize complex problems repeatedly, reducing the costs associated with physical-world experiments. This technology previously benefited only large enterprises.
Business intelligence
fromBusiness Matters
5 months ago

UK's small businesses strike upbeat tone for 2025 growth

According to the KPMG poll of 1,500 companies, 92% of business owners are optimistic about growth in 2025, despite existing economic challenges. Much of this confidence stems from expectations of rising demand both domestically and internationally, suggesting a readiness to explore new products and markets.
Business
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
5 months ago

Economic pessimism grows post-Budget as recession fears rise - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Colin Goldstein, Chief Commercial Officer, UK at iwoca: "Rising pessimism and fears of a recession are reshaping SME mindsets, with a greater focus on survival over growth."
Business
fromBusiness Matters
6 months ago

Affordable Cloud Solutions for Small to Medium Enterprises

Cloud storage is no longer just a luxury reserved for big corporations. Small and medium enterprises need efficient, secure, and affordable data storage solutions just as much-if not more-than larger companies.
Business intelligence
fromBusiness Matters
6 months ago

Anthony Scaramucci warns of impact on UK trade as trump wins US election

Scaramucci highlighted how Trump's renewed leadership poses risks for UK-US trade relations and challenges British SMEs. "I hope that as he takes on the mantle of leadership again, he considers the need for unity and healing in the country." His comments reflect concern over Trump’s 'us versus them' rhetoric and potential implications for American businesses, suggesting a divide between those who benefit from this leadership and those who may not.
Left-wing politics
fromSilicon Canals
7 months ago

Belgium-based fintech firm Easyvest raises 13M

Easyvest's mission has been to help Belgians build retirement savings using ETF index funds and excellent customer service, making the process simple and effective.
Miscellaneous
fromSilicon Canals
7 months ago

Firm24 and Ligo join Your.Online - Silicon Canals

With Firm24 and Ligo, two strong local brands with a wealth of expertise, Your.Online is now better equipped to support entrepreneurs in navigating legal and administrative hurdles as they build their businesses online.
European startups
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