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London as a Startup Hub: Moving in the right direction

This week Nesta releases Unchaining Investment, a report that looks at the state of the UK venture capital market, how it has evolved and how it compares to the market in the US.

18.06.2013

Crowdfunding public services: big opportunity, big challenge

Crowdfunding used to be about getting funding for that cool iPad accessory or album from an up and coming artist. However, as the crowdfunding market grows, platforms and entrepreneurs are increasingly exploring how to use the model in other areas, one of which is the crowdfunding of public services.

14.06.2013

Joining the Dots: Can events grow networks of innovators?

Why do people attend events, conferences and festivals? To be inspired, to meet interesting people, and to discover new ideas, developments and opportunities in their field.

13.06.2013

The impact of regulation on crowdfunding in the UK

It should come as no surprise that UK financial regulation does not really cater for crowdfunding.

10.06.2013

Will the UK get its share of the crowdfunding pie?

The further encroachment of online crowdfunding into the mainstream seems inevitable.

04.06.2013

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