Workwize raises $13M to disrupt asset management for global teams

Workwize, a platform for global IT hardware asset management, has announced that it closed $13 million in Series A funding led by Klass Capital, with continued support from early-stage investors Peak and Graduate Entrepreneur Fund.

Launch of London AI Hub to create a global epicentre of AI innovation

Tech Nation (part of Founders Forum Group), Europe’s AI group Merantix, and Onfido Founder Husayn Kassai, have announced the launch of the London AI Hub, in partnership with Techspace.

Unistellar at CES 2025

At CES 2025, Paige West, Managing Editor at Startups Magazine, interviewed Brice Rocton, Head of Sales for Unistellar. The pair discussed its departure from telescopes for its new project, which takes the form of AR binoculars, and where the idea for this came from.

Naqi Logix at CES 2025

At CES 2025, Paige West, Managing Editor at Startups Magazine, interviewed Zavier Alexander, Director of Product Management, Naqi Logix. They discussed the Naqi Neural Earbud, where it sits in the market, and its mission.

Why you should enter the Hustle Awards

The Hustle Awards offer a golden opportunity for startups, and those within the startup ecosystem, to celebrate their achievements, gain industry recognition, and showcase the fantastic work they’re doing. As the entry portal is open already, here is why you should enter the Hustle Awards 2025!

Smart equipment rentals: how startups are optimising construction costs and scaling efficiently

The construction industry is known for its high overhead costs. It is one of the major challenges for startups in the sector. The project demands change which further modifies the labour costs, equipment needs, and several other things.

Our top 10 startups from CES 2025

Startups Magazine presents our top 10 startups from CES 2025, each chosen for their unique contribution to the field and potential to shape tomorrow’s tech landscape.

London hits all-time high for VC AI investment in 2024

AI venture capital investment in London has hit an all-time high, making up 32% of overall VC investment in the city according to the latest data from Dealroom and London & Partners. London-headquartered AI startups raised a record $3.5 billion in VC in 2024. This reflects a 52% increase to the levels raised in 2023 ($2.3 billion) and is 21% higher than the previous record set in 2022 ($2.9 billion).

NatureMetrics raises $25m to advance biodiversity tech

Global nature intelligence company, NatureMetrics, announces it has raised $25 million in Series B funding to rapidly scale its biodiversity monitoring solution. The funding round is led by Just Climate, alongside EDF Pulse Ventures, and the Monaco ReOcean Fund, with participation from existing investors 2150, BNP Paribas, Ananda Impact Ventures, and SWEN Blue Ocean.

TheHill and IMed Consultancy team up for digital health startups

TheHill, an innovation catalyst, embedded within Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has announced a new partnership with regulatory compliance experts, IMed Consultancy, sponsors of its successful NHS Market Access Accelerator Programme.

86% of UK job seekers prioritise personal brands in 2025

Today, Canva, the all-in-one visual communication platform, unveiled its second annual New Year, New Job report, offering a comprehensive look at how artificial intelligence (AI), social media, and accessible design tools are impacting the hiring process in the UK and beyond.

Sir Richard Branson and Simon Squibb launch ‘Elevator of Dreams’

With more than a quarter of young people eager to set-up a business in 2025, business magnates Sir Richard Branson and Simon Squibb, have partnered up to launch the ‘Elevator of Dreams’ at Virgin Hotels London in Shoreditch.

Is your business ready for Safety and Security Declarations for EU imports?

From 31 January, businesses moving goods from the European Union (EU) to Great Britain (GB) will need to comply with new UK safety and security declaration requirements.

Government warned £14bn AI funding is ‘a drop in the ocean’

A think tank has called on the government to continue its investment drive to support AI adoption in private businesses and across public services.

Laxppy at CES 2025

At CES 2025, Startups Magazine’s Managing Editor, Paige West, spoke to the startup Laxppy all about its Automatic Beer Dispenser.

LetsData raises $1.6M to combat disinformation and synthetic identities

LetsData, the real-time security radar protecting corporations and governments from the threats of information operations and synthetic identities, has raised a $1.6 million pre-seed round from SMOK Ventures, Wayra, the innovation hub of Telefónica, Tilia Impact Ventures (supported by InvestEU Fund), 1991 Ventures, Google’s Ukraine Support Fund, and Startup Wise Guys.

RheoFit at CES 2025

At CES 2025, Startups Magazine’s Managing Editor, Paige West, interviewed Livey Liu, a Marketing team member, at RheoFit. They discuss the RheoFit A1 – its fully automatic rolling massager, and the inspiration behind the startup.

Synthesia secures $180M Series D to advance AI video for communications

Synthesia, the enterprise AI-powered video communications platform, has announced the successful close of its $180 million Series D funding round. The round was led by NEA, with participation from existing investors including GV, MMC Ventures and FirstMark, and new backers including WiL (World Innovation Lab), Atlassian Ventures, and PSP Growth.

Base Case at CES 2025

At CES 2025, Startups Magazine’s Managing Editor, Paige West, interviewed Arthur Jessop, Founder and CEO of Base Case. They discussed the inspiration behind the product, CES attendees’ reactions to the product, and the future of Base Case.

Robeauté raises $28M to transform brain health with neurosurgical microrobots

Robeauté, the medtech startup developing neurosurgical microrobots, has raised $28 million led by Plural, Cherry Ventures, and Kindred Ventures. Other investors including LocalGlobe, Think.Health, and previous investors APEX Ventures participated, along with strategic investment from Brainlab. The new funding will be used to continue developing the technology, starting human trials in 2026 and setting up US operations ahead of FDA approval and full go-to-market.