Skype founders focus on European startups
The founders of internet telephony player Skype are looking to work their magic elsewhere in the tech sector, as their investment vehicle, Atomico Ventures II completes fundraising, to the tune of...
View ArticleTelefonica launches talent incubator
Spain-based carrier Telefonica has launched a European talent incubator – Wayra – in a move clearly designed to try and align the brand with young people and the start-up community. José María...
View Article“Ultimately, connectivity will drive innovation,” says panel at AfricaCom
A panel of African telecoms and digital professionals debated the necessary steps to help drive investment and innovation in Africa at AfricaCom today. Orange, Facebook, Airtel and mPedigree concluded...
View ArticleSoftbank turns its attention to Latin American start-ups
Softbank has announced the launch of yet another investment fund, this time turning its eyes towards the unfulfilled promise of Latin America. Alongside the fund, the SoftBank Latin America Local Hub...
View ArticleGovernment claims UK cybersecurity sector is surging
Government figures suggest the UK cybersecurity sector is thriving, employing more than 43,000 individuals and estimated to be worth £8.3 billion. With new regulations forcing companies to invest more...
View ArticleBT poaches Vodafone smart tech execs
Former Vodafone exec Tom Guy and his team have jumped ship to oversee BT’s start-up accelerator programme. BT announced Guy has been appointed Managing Director of Incubation. A division within BT...
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