Fintech is an industry that, given global crises in 2020, is expected to pivot majorly in 2021. Because of this, we may expect to see some ventures making significant funding strides. Does Pennylane, an early 2021 success, set the template for Fintech startups for the year ahead?

It is safe to assume that Google has the majority when it comes to the search engine market. However, even Google had humble beginnings. What searchers may not realize is that the search industry is still growing. Not only that, startups are working to tip the balance.

In the midst of what we hope will be a once in a lifetime crisis, venture capital investment in startups remained relatively strong in 2020.

Over the holiday period of 2020, Bitcoin hit its highest ever exchange value. Worth $40,000 at its peak, it is still holding steady at the time of writing. The situation, of course, is stimulating for startups dealing in and powered by cryptocurrencies. What might they expect in 2021?

Employee roles within startups will vary from company to company. However, regardless of industry, the part of 'chief of staff' appears to be growing in popularity across modern ventures. What does this role entail? Furthermore, why might investors be interested in looking for a business with this type of control in place?

Despite 2020 being a challenging year for most, many startups pivoted and were successful in the past 12 months. In fact, data suggests that startup seed rounds actually performed better than many expected over the course of the year. What will this mean for 2021?

Going at it alone nearly always requires support. Where can I get help and advice? Where can I promote my product or services? Where can I get early sales for my start-up business? These are all valid questions, and you can find them answered among your peers.

For anyone wanting to start their own business, the thought of doing it alone either encourages or scares them. A solopreneur is someone who goes it alone in their business, and the number of solopreneur startups in the US is on the rise. The kinds of companies these entrepreneurs develop are not just tech either, and they are not totally alone.

2020 saw the arrival of what many call the "New Normal" concerning daily life and how we work. With the COVID19 Pandemic changing so much, existing businesses had to adapt and startups founded to address the new normal. One such sector that had to adjust and that entrepreneurs have taken advantage of is food delivery.

2020 has been a tough year for companies of all sizes and all sectors. Despite the challenges, Startups have had a good year, and the number of IPOs proves that 2020 was not all doom and gloom. The world needs a dose of positivity, and IPOs are just that and should give hope to small businesses in the year ahead.

A Positive Year Amid Global Challenges

New ideas and passionate people cannot be stopped, and the economy, despite the recent turmoil, still keeps moving. Out of adversity comes success, and the number of newly founded startups in 2020 has been considerable.