About

Hunter Ruthven graduated from the university of Sussex in geography and politics before joining Vitesse Media. He was the Editor for GrowthBusiness.co.uk from 2012 to 2014, before moving on to Caspian Media Ltd to become Editor of Real Business.

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Technology review: Three-in-one olloclip camera lens for iPhone

With fisheye, macro and wide-angle lenses all rolled into one, the olloclip allows users to get creative with their iPhone.

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The North West Fund for Venture Capital closes third £500,000 investment in February

A Liverpool-headquartered business, which helps organisations improve performance, has pulled in £500,000 worth of investment.

Venture Capital Funding

How new rules could hit venture capital trust investments

In response to new government legislation which could potentially limit the scope of venture capital trusts, Simon Rogerson, CEO of Octopus Investments, argues the case for the funding method.

Legislation and Regulation

New Unified Patent Court set to provide ‘one-stop shop’ for IP protection

A new patent court is set to be established in London after business secretary Vince Cable inked a deal in Brussels.

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Elasticsearch closes $24 million Series B four months after $10 million Series A

Index Ventures has closed its second deal in as many days by backing Dutch business Elasticsearch.

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David Cameron looks to hit a six with business trade delegation to India

Prime minister David Cameron is leading a trade delegation to India in an effort to promote British business in the sub-continent.

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Kelly Hoppen replaces Hilary Devey on BBC’s Dragons’ Den

Interior designer Kelly Hoppen is set to become a new member on BBC's investment show Dragons' Den.

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Focusing on company development, not client wins

For aTech Media founder and managing director Adam Cooke, the decision to stop taking on new clients and focus on developing his company's offering has borne fruit in the long run.

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Acquisitions on the agenda for Advanced Computer Software

Advanced Computer Software is set to use its listing on the Alternative Investment Market to raise £44 million.

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Imran Amed’s The Business of Fashion dressed for growth with Index Ventures backing

Index Ventures has added another fashion-based company to its portfolio by investing in The Business of Fashion.

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Go-kart operator TeamSport Racing drives off with £9 million backing

The management of TeamSport Racing has led a buy-out of the business with help from Connection Capital.

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Angel group and VCs support LUX Assur's commercialisation efforts

Edinburgh-based LUX Assure has netted £3.35 million of development capital through a deal bringing together a number of investors.