start-ups
Coverage of start-ups in the Nexus archive.
- New York is having a summer for the ages
New York is currently experiencing a 'summer for the ages.' The city is described as feeling unusually buzzy across multiple sectors, including start-ups, restaurants, real estate, and politics.
- Hong Kong exchange’s biggest reform in 8 years opens gates to more IPOs
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) will implement its largest listing reforms in 8 years, allowing confidential submissions for IPOs and lowering market-capitalisation requirements for start-ups and international firms. The changes, confirmed after a South China Morning Post report, aim to boost Hong Kong's appeal as a listing hub.
- Bengaluru Tech Summit ropes in European partners to create global growth opportunities for startups
The Bengaluru Tech Summit has partnered with European entities to provide startups in Karnataka access to international markets, investors, and cross-border collaborations. The initiative focuses on expanding global growth opportunities through innovation networks and partnerships.
- China weighs tighter export controls on AI models and chips
China is considering tighter export controls on AI models and chips to prevent Western access to its advanced technologies and star start-ups. Beijing is consulting companies to develop strategies for restricting the transfer of these technologies.
- HKEX to allow confidential filings, lower market cap threshold for start-ups, sources say
HKEX plans to implement listing reforms allowing confidential filings and reducing market capitalisation requirements for start-ups to enhance international competitiveness. The reforms follow months of consultations with market participants starting in March and are expected to be announced by month-end.
- HKEX to allow confidential filings, lower market cap threshold for start-ups, sources say
HKEX plans to allow confidential filings and lower market capitalisation requirements for start-ups to enhance international competitiveness, according to sources cited by the South China Morning Post. The reforms follow consultations with market participants and are expected to be announced soon.
- Lockheed Martin launches cheaper Patriot missile as air defence demand surges
Lockheed Martin introduced a lower-cost Patriot interceptor missile, the PAC-3 ACE, which would cost less than half of its current PAC-3 MSE missiles. The move comes as militaries seek affordable air defense solutions amid competition from start-ups producing low-cost weapons at scale.
- Nvidia offers start-up customers chance to swap compute power for revenue share
Nvidia is offering start-ups the opportunity to exchange access to compute power for a share of future profits through a new program targeting AI-focused companies.
- The abundant but expensive energy source that's under your feet
Start-ups are exploring new approaches to geothermal energy, which is described as abundant but costly. The article questions whether the economic challenges of geothermal energy can be overcome.
- Access to global network of business experts and investors sets EQT Impact Challenge apart
The EQT Impact Challenge distinguishes itself among business pitch competitions by offering winners access to a global network of sector specialists and investment experts, in addition to financial awards and advice. The competition emphasizes strategic insights from its network to support early-stage companies and start-ups.
- Europe’s Best Employers
The article discusses defense groups rising in the FT’s employer rankings, highlights Amsterdam as an employment hub, addresses the gender gap in engineering, and explores debates over work-life balance in start-ups. It also notes Americans seeking longer-term opportunities abroad.
- KPMG hunts Silicon Valley AI disrupters to Big Four model
KPMG is seeking to partner with or invest in Silicon Valley AI start-ups to mitigate potential threats to its traditional Big Four business model. The firm aims to proactively address disruptions caused by emerging technologies and innovative startups in the AI sector.