Your name Your email Subject Your message (optional) On March 25th, the European Commission initiated an investigation into Apple, Alphabet (Google’s parent company), and Meta (formerly Facebook). The concern was over their compliance with the Digital Markets Act, aimed at ensuring fair competition in the EU’s tech sector. This also added pressure on Big Tech.… Continue reading Regulators Ramp Up Pressure on Big Tech
Your name Your email Subject Your message (optional) In today’s interconnected business landscape, traditional mergers are giving way to a new phenomenon known as quasi-mergers. This article delves into the dynamics of quasi-mergers in global business. Moreover, it provides insights from industry leaders such as Disney, Ford, and Microsoft, showcasing strategies for navigating the complexities… Continue reading The Age of Quasi-Mergers in Global Business
Your name Your email Subject Your message (optional) Venture capital (VC) stands as a cornerstone of innovation, empowering high-potential start-ups to redefine industries and shape the future. In this article, we delve into the strategies and tactics that underpin the decision-making processes of venture capitalists, decoding venture capital. Drawing insights from industry pioneers and empirical… Continue reading Decoding Venture Capital: Strategies and Insights
Your name Your email Subject Your message (optional) Synopsis There is a widespread belief that the most triumphant entrepreneurs are young. Bill Gates, Steve Jobs, and Mark Zuckerberg were all in their early twenties when they kick-started what became game-changing companies. But does this notion hold true across the board? Surprisingly, the average age of… Continue reading Breaking Barriers: The Average Age of Thriving Start-up Founders Is 45
Your name Your email Subject Your message (optional) The past two years have been challenging for investors in the technology sector. SoftBank, a prominent Japanese investment firm emblematic of the venture capital boom of the 2010s, is facing challenges. These challenges stem from shifting dynamics, characterised by higher interest rates and reduced corporate valuations. Despite… Continue reading Investing in AI: Private Start-ups versus Public Markets
Your name Your email Subject Your message (optional) In the dynamic landscape of innovation and entrepreneurship, securing funding is often the key to transforming ground-breaking ideas into reality. Recognizing this critical need, the European Union has introduced the European Innovation Council (EIC) Transition activities Seal of Excellence and the EIC Seal of Excellence. These are… Continue reading Understanding the EIC Seal of Excellence
Your name Your email Subject Your message (optional) Assessing the appropriate market value of a business can pose a multifaceted challenge. Numerous elements come into play at a business valuation. Yet, it remains a crucial financial capacity for the success of business leaders. Now, let’s delve into an examination of several prevalent financial methods for… Continue reading Six Methods for Business Valuation
Your name Your email Subject Your message (optional) Have you decided to board on your own entrepreneurial journey? If so, it is very important to be ready for a demanding period of acquainting yourself with the market, exploring funding options, and acquiring new skills. Here is a list of 10 tips to help you kickstart… Continue reading Setting the stage for success: 10 tips to kickstart your business
Your name Your email Subject Your message (optional) MSCI Real Assets saw a sharp fall in European commercial real estate investment in early 2023. The lowest level in 11 years stemmed from investor worries over high rates together with economic fog. They paused acquisition plans. Europe’s office sector, the largest segment of the region’s real… Continue reading Commercial real estate sales decline hits Europe
Your name Your email Subject Your message (optional) The European Commission reorganized its directorate general for research and innovation (RTD). The reorganization was effective last May and a new organizational chart was published. The chart revealed the transfer of management of the European Innovation Council (EIC) funding programme to the directorate for the European… Continue reading European Innovation Council is revamped to enhance oversight
