The French Chamber of Great Britain hosted the 25th Franco-British Business Awards on 20 November 2024 at the Landmark London hotel. The ceremony celebrated outstanding contributions by French and British companies in areas such as community impact, sustainability, innovation, and cultural exchange.

The UAE is tokenizing thousands of electric motorcycles across its logistics space, innovating the country’s commitment to sustainable deliveries.

As part of our quick founder questions series – or QFQs – we spoke to Laricea Ioana Roman, cofounder and CMO of Achillea Beauty® about active skincare for active people, environmental responsibility and celebrating sweat.

Europe is facing a brewing crisis in its tech sector. Despite being home to world-class universities and a rich pool of talent, the continent has struggled to produce tech giants comparable to those in the United States and Asia.

With #QVCs, Maddyness UK profiles different funds to give founders and entrepreneurs the information they need to choose the right investor. This week, we speak to Mark Pearson, founder of Fuel Ventures.

In today's competitive business landscape, creating a positive work environment is crucial for attracting and retaining top talent. As senior HR leaders, we have the power to significantly impact employees' lives and boost overall organisational performance.

According to statistics compiled by Business Support Club, businesses spend 7.8% of their marketing budget on building their brands and increasing brand awareness. Brand building comes in 2nd place after digital marketing, reinforcing the importance of establishing an online presence and boosting brand visibility.

Every week, Maddyness brings you the latest investment news from the UK startup ecosystem. Here's a recap of this week's investments.

As part of our quick founder questions series – or QFQs – we spoke to Sina Azeri, Founder & CEO of Transform Gaming about leveraging technology to transform problem gamblers into engaged gamers.

Spain’s tech scene has experienced a remarkable surge in growth in recent years. The growing number of unicorns, funding rounds (both the number of said rounds and the amount of capital raised), and the levels of foreign investment are all trending in the right direction.

As sustainability regulations tighten worldwide, businesses face mounting pressure to accurately disclose and reduce their carbon emissions. However, the intricate and often opaque nature of Scope 3 data – which encompasses emissions embedded across the entire value chain, from suppliers to end consumers – means that many companies still rely on broad estimates to report their carbon footprint. This dependence on estimated data can lead to inaccuracies that hinder business leaders from making informed decisions with a genuine impact on sustainability.

As part of our quick founder questions series – or QFQs – we spoke to Charlotte Lucy Hall, Co-founder and CMO of Zinc about redefining background checks, outdated processes in recruitment and the power of perseverance.

Can investors trust that banks have truly reformed, or are we still uncovering cracks in their transparency?

New Product Development (NPD) is a crucial driver of innovation and growth, helping companies remain competitive and adapt to changing consumer demands. From increasing market share to driving profitability, the role of NPD in business success is clear. At the same time, the importance of sustainability in business has become increasingly urgent as the climate crisis gains pace.

As part of our quick founder questions series – or QFQs – we spoke to Dan Secretan, cofounder of Xapien about AI-powered research-on-demand, the need for transparency and a narrow focus.