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IWD 2024: Why we need to see more female leaders in Web3
International Women's Day

IWD 2024: Why we need to see more female leaders in Web3

Ahead of IWD 2024, addressing gender disparity in Web3 is essential, with 94% of crypto executive roles held by men and the gender pay gap in the UK financial sector at 23.3%.

By Rebecca Jones • 5 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024
UK Tech Minister emphasises trust for AI uptake in SMEs
EduTech

UK Tech Minister emphasises trust for AI uptake in SMEs

UK Tech Minister, Saqib Bhatti, emphasises the need for trust and transparency in AI to boost its acceptance among SMEs, highlighting a knowledge gap despite growing interest.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: Funding - The key to empowering female entrepreneurs in the UK
Government

IWD 2024: Funding - The key to empowering female entrepreneurs in the UK

As mere 2p in every £1 invested in early-stage UK businesses goes to women, the IWD 2024 focus is on addressing the disparity in funding for female entrepreneurs.

By Ali Skidmore • 5 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: International Women's Day 2024: How sharing equity is inspiring inclusion for female founders
Productivity

IWD 2024: International Women's Day 2024: How sharing equity is inspiring inclusion for female founders

In 2023, female-founded US start-ups received only 2% total venture-backed capital; the International Women's Day 2024 theme 'Inspire Inclusion' aims to break down such barriers.

By Alicia Porter • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024

Global Stories

Founders stories

Markko launches incubator for non-technical marketplace founders
eCommerce

Markko launches incubator for non-technical marketplace founders

Markko unveils Markko Labs to empower non-technical marketplace founders with essential resources, reducing financial and technical barriers in the eCommerce sector.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Jul 2024
AI platform boosts VC funding chances for women of colour founders
Accelerator

AI platform boosts VC funding chances for women of colour founders

R/GA EMEA and Founderland have launched PAM, an AI-powered platform, to help women of colour founders secure venture capital (VC) funding, addressing the stark disparity in the industry.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: Breaking barriers in sportstech through cross-industry engagement
Generative AI

IWD 2024: Breaking barriers in sportstech through cross-industry engagement

Australia's sportstech sector, generating A$4.25 billion, fosters cross-industry collaboration leading to improved diversity and broader opportunities.

By Amy Crosland • 5 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: Empowering New Investors with Clear Communication
Deloitte

IWD 2024: Empowering New Investors with Clear Communication

Clear, accessible shareholder communication is vital to empower a growing generation of female investors, in an increasingly complex financial climate.

By Jelena Djukic • 4 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024
Cado Security uncovers sophisticated Linux malware campaign
Malware

Cado Security uncovers sophisticated Linux malware campaign

Cado Security Labs uncovers an unreported Linux malware campaign exploiting misconfigured servers, leveraging a pioneering platform to counteract the comprehensive cyber assault.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: Who defines you as a woman
Customer Experience

IWD 2024: Who defines you as a woman

On International Women's Day 2024, a veteran female leader in tech argues that a woman's identity is self-defined, despite persistent prejudice in male-dominated industries.

By Kam Kaila • 6 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: Emerald innovators: Irish women leading the digital health revolution
Artificial Intelligence

IWD 2024: Emerald innovators: Irish women leading the digital health revolution

Irish women are at the helm of transforming healthcare through digital innovation, improving patient outcomes, and shaping the future of health-tech worldwide.

By Judith Harrington and Sophie O’Grady • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: The economic impact of investing in women in tech
Leadership

IWD 2024: The economic impact of investing in women in tech

The case for gender diversity in tech transcends social fairness, underpinning substantial economic benefits that fuel innovation, financial performance, and talent pool expansion. .

By Karina Mansfield • 4 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: Bridging the gender gap for women tech founders
Health Technologies

IWD 2024: Bridging the gender gap for women tech founders

IWD 2024: Unconscious bias and stringent funding criteria hinder women tech founders, despite proven capability to disrupt industries and create million-dollar businesses.

By Mellissah Smith • 6 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: Remote work breaks down borders and bias
Hybrid & Remote Work

IWD 2024: Remote work breaks down borders and bias

Amid biases and inadequate leadership representation, remote work facilitates inclusive growth opportunities and improved work-life balance for women worldwide.

By Barbara Matthews • 6 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Founders stories

Salus Ventures 'delighted' with Archie Judd's appointment
Artificial Intelligence

Salus Ventures 'delighted' with Archie Judd's appointment

Salus Ventures has appointed Archie Judd to bolster its investment team, enhancing Australia's national resilience through deep technology.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2024
IWD 2024: A founders advice on breaking cybersecurity stereotypes
Microsoft

IWD 2024: A founders advice on breaking cybersecurity stereotypes

A Singapore-based female founder offers advice on overcoming cybersecurity stereotypes and enhancing gender equality within the male-dominated industry.

By Camellia Chan • 5 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: The Tech Disparity: Why Female Founders Receive Less Venture Capital Funding
International Women's Day

IWD 2024: The Tech Disparity: Why Female Founders Receive Less Venture Capital Funding

Despite advances towards gender equality, female entrepreneurs worldwide, especially in Australia, continue to grapple with stark funding disparities, receiving notably less venture capital.

By Cynthia De Vera • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024