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In-House vs. Outsourced IT Teams: Which Is Better for Your Startup?

Introduction Overview of IT Team Options for Startups In the dynamic landscape of startups, technology serves as a cornerstone for innovation and growth. A pivotal decision for emerging companies is determining the structure of their IT team, which fundamentally...
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AI as a Catalyst for Startups: Finding Opportunities in a Rapidly Evolving Landscape

Overview of the AI Market  The AI market is expanding at an unprecedented pace, transforming industries and reshaping the global economy. With billions of dollars pouring into AI research and development, competition is intensifying among the world's biggest tech...
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Webinar Recap: Scaling Smart – Outsourcing Strategies and Growth Insights for Startups

On November 20th, SMART81 hosted a thought-provoking webinar featuring Charles Russell, Practice Lead at SMART81, and James Flavin, Founder of KiteEdge. The session, hosted by Emily Fitchett, Global Head of Partnerships at R Europe (formerly Seedrs), offered...
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Smart81 Announces First-of-Its-Kind Strategic Partnership with Republic Europe (formerly Seedrs): Empowering Founders with Innovative Tech Solutions

Smart81, a leading developer of software solutions for startups and scale-ups, is proud to announce a groundbreaking partnership with Republic Europe…

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Best QA and Testing practices for financial systems

Financial systems are evolving more rapidly than ever before in an evolutionary sort of cat-and-mouse game between systems and bugs or hackers. Consequently, quality assurance (QA) and testing practices are essential for ensuring accuracy, security, and reliability....
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The fintech cyber seas: Challenges and solutions for secure navigation

In recent years, the financial technology (Fintech) industry has experienced exponential growth, reshaping the landscape of banking and financial services. Fintech innovations have introduced unprecedented levels of…

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The Evolution of Payment Systems: A Startup and Accelerator Perspective

The Evolution of Payment Systems: A Startup and Accelerator Perspective

In the dynamic world of startups and accelerators, understanding the evolution of payment systems is not just about tracing historical milestones but identifying opportunities for innovation and disruption. From the primitive barter systems to the sophistication of digital wallets…

AI in Startup Businesses: Practical Applications and Benefits

AI in Startup Businesses: Practical Applications and Benefits

In today's fast-paced business landscape, startups face an array of challenges, ranging from resource constraints to intense competition. Establishing a solid foundation and gaining a competitive edge are paramount for these emerging businesses. Amidst these...

Navigating the Outsourcing Landscape: A Guide for Tech Startups

Navigating the Outsourcing Landscape: A Guide for Tech Startups

In the fast-spinning tech world, startup entrepreneurs are constantly grappling with a multitude of challenges. From the scarcity of resources to the necessity for specialised expertise, the hurdles can be formidable. However, there exists a strategy that can help...

The Chicken, the Egg and the MVP Build

The Chicken, the Egg and the MVP Build

Most people dreaming of starting their own technology business inevitably end up looking for inspiration from those that have achieved the most. How did Bill Gates actually start Microsoft? Well, he just started coding and built it himself. Being a coding genius from...

Pilots and How to Fast Track Channel Partnerships

Pilots and How to Fast Track Channel Partnerships

This is a Guest Post from Our Partner - ChannelCreator. In the world of start-ups and scale-ups, pilots are talked about all day, every day. Many customers don’t want to commit to what they see as an ‘unproven technology’, or they want to dip their toe in the water of...