Startups Blog

Technology may be advancing, but it’s not always ‘clean’. Clean in this sense refers to the relationship between tech and the environment. Unfortunately, not all large-scale resources are keeping our air and waters clean. Therefore, plenty of cleantech startups are finding new ways to preserve the planet.

While plenty of startups succeed without them, accelerators provide a wealth of incredible support. The work of an accelerator is, as you may expect, to help propel ventures forward to success. But on the whole, how does this work?

When it comes to technological innovation in the US, many will immediately think of the Bay Area. However, beyond Silicon Valley, Columbus, OH is already making a name for itself in terms of smart tech. Columbus is now a 'smart city' - but what does this involve, and how have startups helped?

Military technology is constantly evolving, and as a result, it’s increasingly necessary. Military tech not only caters to the battlefield but to first response and aerospace, too. Many startups are continuing to grow the sphere. But who’s taking full advantage of these innovations?

Online dating is no longer a fad or niche way to meet people. Big innovators of the digital matchmaking boom include PlentyOfFish and OkCupid. Even Facebook started getting interested! But what do current startups across the US have to offer the industry?

It is easy to take mattresses and bedding for granted. However, as a consequence, plenty of us are struggling to get a good night's sleep. Perhaps surprisingly, many mattress startups are working to change the industry for good. But how?

Genomics is a fascinating subject and an even more fascinating industry. We have the power to tap into human genes more than ever before. This could help to improve medicinal treatments and even to help fight disease. However, genetic testing is expensive - what are startups doing to help?

The ways through which we power our homes and businesses are changing. While millions of us are still relying on fossil fuels, renewable energy is growing bigger all the time. Many innovative startups across the US are already going beyond science fiction to help increase the longevity of our planet’s resources. Let’s consider how they’re helping in the grand scheme.

With so many different spheres and so many innovations constantly emerging, it’s hard to know what to invest in. Thankfully, there are more tools to help you with that than ever before. So here’s our quick guide on how to find startups to invest in that fit well with your needs.

Cancer continues to be a significant cause of adult mortality across the US and worldwide. It’s thought that around 158 people per 100,000 will die of cancer-related illness. Thankfully, innovative startups are working diligently to help beat cancer for good. But how big a mountain is this to climb?