Convertible loan notes (CLNs) are a popular way for startups to raise funding from investors, especially those without proven revenue streams. Generally, they are a form of loan that can be converted into shares at a later time at the Company's discretion – at specific rates or in...
'Game-changing': Kensa launches ultra-efficient compact ground source heat pump New model debuted after the latest government figures confirm the increase in demand for subsidy schemes for heat pumps - by Cecilia Keating (@cecilia_keating) Budget: The government is pursuing a funding increase for the Green Industries Growth Accelerator The Treasury confirms that the...
If the past few years have taught us anything, it's how unpredictable the world can be and how important it is to plan ahead for challenging circumstances.Here I discuss the importance of a shareholder agreement, especially when dealing with difficult scenarios.A shareholders' agreement is an essential tool recommended for...
British e-commerce company Modern Milkman was the fastest growing company in the UK between 2019 and 2022, a report has found.The eighth annual FT1000 rankings of the Financial times And Statistical is based on sales growth in the three years to 2022.Modern Milkman, an e-commerce...
The government's latest Public Attitudes Tracker shows that around nine in ten Brits are aware of the term 'net zero' and a majority expect the transition to have a positive impact on the UK economy over the next decade. However, there are major concerns about the impact of the potential...
British SMEs are expressing their deep disappointment and feeling of being overlooked following the recent budget announcement. They claim that the Chancellor's policies appear to favor big companies over the backbone of the UK economy: small businesses.Roan Lavery, CEO of FreeAgent, acknowledged some positive highlights, such as the...
Is artificial intelligence good or bad? Whatever the case, it's growing. Whether it's JPMorgan's AI cash flow model that claims to reduce manual banking by 90 percent, AI therapists or AI-powered security cameras, AI is making its mark on society and the workplace.With...
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt will announce up to £360 million in funding for a range of manufacturing and research and development projects as part of this week's Budget, with green industries expected to be among the key beneficiaries. The run-up to the budget has been dominated by briefing and speculation over...
For e-commerce entrepreneurs, keyword research is the cornerstone of a successful online strategy.Based on Semrush data, the highest organic result in Google Search receives 28% of all clicks, and this percentage drops to 2.5% for result #10. With this in mind, you'll understand why conducting keyword research is...
Raising private equity funds is seen as the holy grail for businesses who want to grow quickly, simply because the strength of capital opens the door for rapid growth.If your business has an innovative product that can disrupt the market as well as strong figures...