Alex Wood
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The Memo | Forbes: Paid Facebook, ChatGPT And Europe’s Most Powerful Passport
The Memo is Forbes’ global weekly newsletter curating the latest in future trends, entrepreneurship and sustainability. → Read More
Metaverse, The End Of Nuclear Power And Tested Valuations: Forbes Europe Predictions For 2022
Forbes' European editorial team reveal their expert predictions for the year ahead. → Read More
30 Under 30: Meet The European Media & Marketing Moguls Of Tomorrow
Steven Bartlett, 27, Founder and CEO of Social Chain started his social media business from a bedroom dorm in Manchester, United Kingdom. → Read More
Cutting Hours Is A Bold Move To Make London’s Financial District More Diverse
Two industry bodies want to change things for the better by calling for a cut in trading hours for stocks. → Read More
Nico Rosberg's High-Speed Pivot From F1 Champion To Startup Investor
Retired F1 driver Nico Rosberg recently took Forbes Europe Editor Alex Wood for a drive through Bratislava, Slovakia in a hybrid BMW i8 Roadster where they discussed his post-racing life, and career as an investor and entrepreneur. → Read More
Here’s Why Brexit Has More Plot Twists Than ‘Game Of Thrones’
After Prime Minister Theresa May's third try at getting her Brexit deal through Parliament flopped, the ongoing crisis in Britain can be explained with a little help from 'Game of Thrones.' → Read More
Breaking Down Brexit: Views From Across Europe
Barely moments after the ink had dried on the draft agreement, Prime Minister Theresa May’s vision for Brexit Britain had already started to fall apart. Who’s in, who’s out, who’s hanging on by their fingertips, what’s at stake and more: Our breaking news and coverage continues here. → Read More
Breaking Down Brexit: Views From Across Europe
Barely moments after the ink had dried on the draft agreement, Prime Minister Theresa May’s vision for Brexit Britain had already started to fall apart. Who’s in, who’s out, who’s hanging on by their fingertips, what’s at stake and more: Our breaking news and coverage continues here. → Read More
PODCAST: Freddie Shirley "Staying Safe Online"
Freddie Shirley, VP of online brand experience & consumer marketing at Avast Software. Winning at Work is the new podcast from Forbes that helps you be more productive, happier, and get ahead at the office. Whether you're working at a startup or a big corporate, you can learn from the smartest people in European business. [...] → Read More
PODCAST: Jason Trost "Managing Without Managers"
Jason Trost, founder and CEO of Smarkets. Winning at Work is the new podcast from Forbes that helps you be more productive, happier, and get ahead at the office. Whether you're working at a startup or a big corporate, you can learn from the smartest people in European business. In every episode you'll hear about the [...] → Read More
PODCAST: Alex Depledge "Let's Talk About Mental Health"
Entrepreneur Alex Depledge discusses mental health in the workplace. → Read More
The Memo has joined Forbes
Some very exciting news: The Memo has joined Forbes → Read More
What is Sous Vide, how do I try it?
Do you love great food? But don’t always get consistent results? Sous Vide is the gadget your kitchen has been crying out for. What is it? It’s the art of cooking your food to perfection in a water bath from perfectly al-dente vegetables to mouthwateringly-tender steaks, with minimal fuss. Top chefs have been doing it … → Read More
Germany does the right thing, bans ‘creepy’ kids smartwatches
If you’ve bought one - read this update carefully. → Read More
Why social media doesn't make us happy anymore
‘Social’ media fills me with dread. Like a young love that turned sour over time, now I just want to break away. Disconnect myself for good – but I just can’t. Call me whatever cliché you like – I’m a ‘digital native’, ‘a millennial’ – and yet, I feel trapped on this never-ending digital treadmill. … → Read More
Why I swapped my NHS doctor for an app
You’ve probably heard about apps that can replace your doctor – after all, we’ve been raving about them for the past 2 years. Services like Babylon Health and Push Doctor have become a popular way to get on-demand healthcare through smartphones without the need for expensive private plans. As a business owner myself, it was … → Read More
Dyson, Revolut & NO women honoured at the UK Tech Awards
The brightest minds in British technology gathered for the annual UK Tech Awards. The awards celebrate the personalities, fastest growing companies and most innovative ideas from across the country. A firm fixture in the annual events calendar, this year’s event was hosted by the BBC’s Louise Minchin. Highlights included James Dyson winning UK Tech CEO of … → Read More
Handy: This smartphone solves your biggest business travel headache
If you travel for business – you’re going to love Handy – the insanely smart smartphone found in all good hotel rooms. It solves that irritating problem – staying in touch without running up an eye-wateringly big mobile bill. I first came across a ‘Handy’ in Seoul while visiting Kia’s R&D facility. After trying it for … → Read More
November is Future Food Month
Each month here at The Memo we explore how technology is changing a particular aspect of our lives. From August’s examination into Future Health to October’s delve into Future Habitats, we introduce you to the must-know trends and the people behind them. The way we eat is changing. From Bombas & Parr ‘Meat Bouquets’ to meat-less burgers … → Read More
Blooms is the first coworking space for female founders
Another week, another co-working space opens in London. But this one is different – Blooms is the first space designed specially for female entrepreneurs. Officially open to “all 71 genders recognised on Facebook”, the team behind it hope to create “an inspirational environment for female founders to work from and do business in”. This new … → Read More