A new industry insight platform has targeted startups, hoping to give them an edge over rivals.

Florida-based Steam Prime provides a business support platform which integrates live streaming technology providing market trends and customer interaction with business analytics and partner support.

Steam said its cloud-based platform provides 24/7 industry intelligence, and that it will help startups, entrepreneurs and small businesses gain a competitive edge.

Technical designer Jeff Wilson said: "Our expansive approach guarantees the most timely, most reliable information in the marketplace today. And it’s not just simple stats and data, we provide the big picture, ensuring businesses have the resources they need to be successful."

The platform is compatible with Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7 and 8 as well as Mac OSX and Snow Leopard 10.6.3 and later versions, and can be used from tablets and computers.

It also offers competitive pricing intelligence, access to social networks and bookkeeping services.