Social media is in flux. Here are a list of new platforms that are vying to become the next Instagram or Twitter.

Korea has a strong roster of startups providing software for industry and large conglomerates. They are now finding markets abroad, too.

Being humble, bringing your connections and building a good reputation are all part of the art of the "reverse pitch," says Mike Smeed, of InMotion Ventures, the investment arm of JLR, and Martin MacDonald, of weeteq.

Korean startups offer juicy morsels for international investors amid a tough funding climate and as the government relaxes CVC rules.

A hands-off approach from the Swiss university makes starting a software company like Optiml — which is using AI to map out CO² cuts in real estate — easier, says CEO Evan Petkov.

Female-focused health startups have been receiving increased funding in 2024 and a new crop of startups is emerging to address previously underserved areas.

Linq is building a vector database management platform to help large companies use large language models based on their internal information.

The US-based startup is using blockchain to authenticate and track the luxury drinks traded on its platform.

A startup in China has developed a non-toxic alternative for transparent touchscreens. The nanofilm can also improve solar panel performance.

From caffeine-infused teas to mushroom gummies and liquid meal supplements, updated for 2024: here are some more startups making waves in the functional food industry.

Sustainable spacetech, bioplastics made from seaweed and affordable fusion. Meet the exciting and innovative startups showcasing at the GCV Symposium 2024.

Europe is trying to create its own SpaceX effect, with a growing focus on backing smaller and nimbler spacetech companies.

Heavy industry accounts for 22% of global greenhouse gas emissions but is notoriously difficult to decarbonise. These startups are developing solutions, from new thermal energy storage and fusion reactor design to emissions monitoring.

From geothermal energy and mining tech to subterranean delivery systems, here are some of the most exciting startups focusing on what's underground.