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Sub-prime Unicorns risk putting valuation ahead of sustainable growth 

Veteran of VC investment and data analytics expert warns that companies chasing the highest valuations risks leaving customers' needs behind and missing the point of long-term growth.

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Improved infrastructure key to strong investment, says CBI research

Progress in infrastructure projects plays a big part in firms' investment intentions, according to a national poll.

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More than three-quarters of businesses make late payments to suppliers

More than three-quarters (78%) of businesses in the UK make late payments to suppliers, according to research compiled by Concur.

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Universal Avenue – the rise of the on-demand workforce

is developing an on-demand workforce the key to international growth? 

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European VC fundraising activity dips in 2015 Q3

Extensive Dow Jones report reveals a drop in fundraising activity compared to previous quarter.

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Minicabit raises £1.4m in funding round

Finance round includes commitments from some of the UK's best known investors and business leaders.

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Highland Europe backs adjust with $17m investment

Money will be put toward making adjust a unified mobile data platform.

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Converting sport into finance: M&A and the Rugby World Cup

While the home nations may have crashed out, there is still plenty to interest domestic financiers off the back of this year's Rugby World Cup.

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Highland Europe backs adjust with $17m investment

Money will be put toward making adjust a unified mobile data platform.

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Converting sport into finance: M&A and the Rugby World Cup

While the home nations may have crashed out, there is still plenty to interest domestic financiers off the back of this year's Rugby World Cup.

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UK signs £325m deal with China to boost creative and technology industries

Number of partnerships in sectors including film, music and advanced engineering announced as Chinese delegation meets business leaders and members of the royal family.

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High-growth small businesses account for 20% of UK’s economic growth

Report from Octopus Investments shows huge value added by high-growth small businesses across the UK.

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Tech investor Highland Europe launches $332m fund

Highland Europe II will be used for investment in rapidly-emerging European growth-stage tech companies.

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Appetite for EIS among tech companies increases significantly 

Number of tech companies planning to use EIS when raising funds up 27% in 12-month period.

Partner content

Why upgrading your tech regularly will help your business grow

To run an optimal business, you must have optimal tech. We explain why you must upgrade your business technology on a regular basis

Accounting and Finance Software

Desktop vs cloud accounting: What to consider 

What are the key differences between desktop and cloud accounting software, and what should you consider when it comes to choosing a solution for your business

Accounting and Finance Software

Accounting and financial management software: What you need to know 

Fast-growth businesses need a solution that can cope with the demands of an ever-increasing volume of data, transactions, and tasks.

Opinion

Boosting confidence in outsourcing your customer service function to call centres in Africa

CCI Kenya discusses why outsourcing key of your business processes to call centres in Africa may be beneficial