Anna Wood

Anna Wood is the Editor of Startups Magazine. She joined the team in June 2023 as Deputy Editor, and has since been promoted to Editor of the publication. When it comes to the startup sector, Anna has a keen interest in spacetech, biotech, medtech, anything that flies, and shining a light on the gender and diversity funding gap. Outside of work hours, you can find Anna tucking into a book, a nice meal, and playing her Switch!

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A look at The Hustle Awards judging day 2024

The 16th May saw our prestigious group of judges come together for The Hustle Awards judging day 2024, sponsored by Anglia Unicorn. Taking place at MYO in London Victoria, the judges vast and diverse array of knowledge and expertise equated in a fantastic day.

Starling vs Monzo: An In-Depth Look at Fintech Leaders

The landscape of digital banking has seen a significant transformation, with innovative players like Starling and Monzo at the forefront. This article provides a detailed comparison of these two financial powerhouses, examining their services, fees, user experience, and security measures.

Wayve Launches PRISM-1 for Enhanced Autonomous Driving Simulation

Wayve, a startup pioneering Embodied AI for self-driving technologies, has introduced PRISM-1, an innovative 4D reconstruction model that enhances the testing and training of its Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and autonomous driving technology.

LiveEO raises €25M to leverage AI-powered satellite data for critical infrastructure and climate risk management

LiveEO, a global player in transforming high-resolution satellite data and AI into actionable insights for managing climate risks and resilience, has secured €25 million in a Series B funding round led by NordicNinja and DeepTech & Climate Fonds (DTCF).

Techspace and Capreon Partner on New Flagship Site in Clerkenwell

Techspace, a provider of flexible workspaces tailored for the tech industry, is launching a new location in Clerkenwell, London, following a major acquisition by Capreon. This new site will accommodate 900 desks and over 1,000 new members.

Saltroad Raises £575k Pre-Seed Funding to Create Speech and Language Therapy Online Marketplace

Saltroad, founded by a couple from Northern Ireland are looking to tackle the waiting list backlog for accessing speech and language therapy in the UK with a new online platform that matches parents with qualified practitioners. Saltroad is backed by a £575,000 pre-seed funding round, led by Techstart Ventures and London-based Ascension VC.

DeepL Expands Globally, Introducing Language AI to 165 New Markets

DeepL has unveiled the global launch of its business translation solution, DeepL Pro, expanding to 165 new markets across APAC, Africa, Europe, the Americas, and Antarctic regions and territories.

Kagool awarded FY24 Microsoft UAE Partner of the Year for AI work with Federal Government

Kagool has been awarded the UAE 2024 Microsoft Partner of the Year for its Generative AI work with the UAE Federal Government.

Burnout Britain: 77% of UK Workers Experienced Burnout; 25% of Sick Leave Attributed to It

YuLife, the tech-driven insurance firm committed to inspiring life, has unveiled the findings of a YouGov survey highlighting the prevalence of burnout in the workplace.

London fintech: Confidence returns to Silicon Roundabout as fintech opportunities boom

After a lacklustre 2023 for UK fintech investment, 2024 has shown promising growth for London’s fintech sector. Current sentiment from the city indicates a significant rise in job opportunities as investors return.

90% of Corporate Venture Capital invests at Series A

Mountside Ventures, an accelerator and early-stage advisory firm in Europe, has unveiled its 2024 ‘Navigating Corporate Venture Capital’ report, produced in collaboration with Love Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm specialising in FinTech, Future of Work, and ConsumerTech.

International Women in Engineering Day: A Catalyst for Startups

International Women in Engineering Day (INWED), celebrated each year on 23rd June, is more than just a day of recognition; it is a pivotal moment for startups to reflect on and embrace the invaluable contributions of women in engineering.

Myria Biosciences Harnesses SynBio and AI to Target Undruggable Conditions

Myria Biosciences AG, a pioneering drug discovery company based in Basel, has successfully closed its pre-seed funding round, surpassing its initial undisclosed target.

SurrealDB Raises $20M to Disrupt Database Tech; Introduces New Cloud Beta Access

SurrealDB, the multi-model database, has secured a $20 million investment round led by FirstMark and Georgian, with contributions from Crew Capital and Alumni Ventures, bringing its total funding to $26 million.

Zendesk launches fund to fuel AI startups

Zendesk, known for delivering comprehensive AI solutions for customer experience, has officially unveiled its global venture fund aimed at supporting AI-centric companies enhancing customer and employee experiences.

UK Maintains Strong Position in Global Tech Ecosystem in H1 2024

Tracxn, a global SaaS-based market intelligence platform, has published its Geo Semi-Annual Report: UK Tech H1 2024. This report, leveraging Tracxn’s extensive database, offers a detailed analysis of the UK tech sector.

Meaningful actions brands can take for LGBTQ+ inclusivity

Streetbees, known for its large-scale qualitative and quantitative audience insights through conversational research, has unveiled new research that delves into consumer sentiments and expectations regarding brand engagement during Pride month.

Europe faces critical gaps in tech including AI, Quantum and Space

A DIGITALEUROPE study has highlighted critical deficiencies within Europe’s technology sector, pinpointing significant gaps in skills, investment, and innovation across key areas such as AI, quantum computing, and space technology.

Amazon expands generative AI listing tools to sellers across Europe

Amazon has announced the expansion of new generative AI listing tools and capabilities, designed to empower SMEs.

New edtech partnership highlights importance of governance training

The Corporate Governance Institute (CGI) has formed a strategic alliance with Acacia Training, a provider of specialised career packages, to offer transformative corporate governance education aimed at enhancing the career prospects of Acacia clients.