An estimated two billion people lack medicines because they live too remotely.Zipline, has been a pioneer in developing medical deliveries in places like Rawanda and Ghana using drones. Drones can travel in 30 minutes what it might take all day in an automobile.The company is now using its drones to fight Coronavirus in Africa and may do so in the future in the United States.Photo Credit: Zipline
A disabled-led company has won a prestigious Queen’s Award for Enterprise for an “innovative” system that makes it easier for disabled people to secure the adjustments they need when attending entertainment venues.The card includes symbols that summarise the disabled person’s access requirements, with each symbol based on their rights under the Equality Act.https://www.disabilitynewsservice.com/access-card-wins-prestigious-innovation-award
It's always bothered me that you could be rejected from a job role because of your hairstyle, hair colour, or just for having tattoos.Virgin Atlantic, the long-haul airline, has revealed that their cabin crew will now be able to show off their tattoos in a huge policy change. They were previously forced to cover them up, denying those who couldn’t hide their ink a job on board.https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/uk-news/flyers-praise-virgin-atlantic-updating-24122702
Running a legaltech company can present a multitude of challenges, but managing a company based in a war zone presents challenges most of us could never imagine! Co-Founder and CEO of Legal Nodes (a Ukrainian-based legaltech company that offers virtual legal departments for startups) is doing just that! Despite the turmoil, the company has still managed to maintain their 22 strong team, have launched their first Web3 product, and have expanded their international business. Head here to read more on this incredible company - https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/features/the-wartime-ceo/5112501.article
