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A thought-provoking take on how US entrepreneurs have thrived due to the country’s vibrant — if sometimes ‘messy and difficult’ — democracy
Bank was pioneer and linchpin of venture debt market, a key alternative source of funding
Despite steps to support small black-owned businesses, there still remains a lack of support or funding for those trying to break through the glass ceiling
The social model designed to maximise happiness, not GDP, creates its own land of opportunity
UK mobile games maker builds highly profitable business on back of a seemingly commoditised property
Founders say government must back pledges with policy as rival cities become more of a ‘competitive threat’
Tighter credit markets and slower consumer spending prompt a rethink after pandemic uplift
Groups prepare to deal with bigger banks after loss of institution that was a one-stop shop for their financing needs
The fourth annual ranking of growth champions in the region. Plus: Japan’s bid to spur innovation; webtoons success in South Korea; an Australian start-up takes on odd jobs; and why Bangalore is still India’s main tech hub
VCs accused of betrayal after triggering a run on the bank that has left a gaping hole in the tech scene
Women’s careers are changing fast: as mothers and daughters, backers and founders, leaders and earners — often in many of those roles at the same time
‘The first million I raised for my start-up was way more difficult’
A former male preserve in Italy is under pressure to adopt sustainable practices
New businesses set up by women meet old biases when raising funds. Some investors are trying to change that
Silicon Valley VCs fearing a repeat of falling crypto values warn against pouring cash into hype-fuelled start-ups
Pioneering tech venture capital firm makes first big foray into generative artificial intelligence sector
Start-up fever is a timely force for jobs, innovation and productivity
Rose Review finds that female entrepreneurs still find it difficult to access financing
Forget ‘one size fits all’. The best funding appeals are tailored to their audience
Chair and CEO of the world’s largest clothing retailer for 17 years, he tells the FT how he steered its long-term growth
When Jessica Tan felt burnt out, she changed job and country, began an MBA — and played golf
Millions of pounds are being invested to turn scientific research into global companies. But some founders say they have to give up too much equity
Move threatens Britain’s standing as a tech hub and government ambitions to grow the sector
The engineering and environmental entrepreneur believes size matters as he seeks to acquire more companies for his group
Billionaire was early mainstream investor in the digital currency but VC fund no longer has significant exposure
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