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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Nory launches Nory Capital to provide secure and flexible financing for the hospitality industry

Nory, the AI-driven operating system tailored for the hospitality sector, unveiled its new initiative, Nory Capital, in partnership with YouLend.

Research platform Prolific calls for ethical standards to be set for AI workers

Prolific has published an industry-first study through its Participant Wellbeing report, aimed at promoting the mental wellbeing of AI taskers.

Hat-trick of award recognition for accessibility startup

The Leeds-based startup IMAGINaiTION has achieved recognition in Insider Media Yorkshire’s 42 Under 42 awards and has been shortlisted as a finalist in two categories of the North East, Yorkshire & the Humber final of the StartUp Awards.

UK SMEs Urged to Develop Cloud Disaster Recovery Plans Amid Cyber Threats

Cybercrime is a significant issue for businesses of all sizes in the UK. Although we usually hear more about cybersecurity incidents impacting large businesses, smaller businesses are also a target.

Hiring freezes and cost-cutting lead to further job market slide

Economic instability, marked by hiring freezes and cost-cutting measures, has led to a downturn in the job market, with recruitment analysts noting a significant and ongoing drop in permanent job placements.

Hokodo secures €100m debt facility to facilitate €1.5bn of B2B transactions over next 2 years

Hokodo, a provider of digital payment terms solutions, has unveiled a new €100 million debt facility from Viola Credit, a worldwide credit investment manager dedicated to fostering growth within the innovation economy.

The best in tech to meet at VivaTech 2024

The eighth annual edition of VivaTech, Europe’s biggest event dedicated to startups and tech, is taking place 22-25 May in Paris at Expo Porte de Versailles.

Vertical Future selected by UK Space Agency to install systems to grow crops in Low Earth Orbit

Vertical Future, a specialist in vertical farming technology and manufacturing based in the UK, received a grant of £1.5 million for the delivery of the project’s second phase, “Autonomous Agriculture for Space Exploration.”

Octopus Investments appoints Sian Roberts as Head of UK Institutional Distribution

Octopus Investments, an investment manager investing in the people, ideas and industries that will change the world, has today announced the appointment of Sian Roberts as Head of UK Institutional Distribution.

Atom bank funds Women in Technology scholarships at Durham University

Atom bank, the UK’s first app-based bank, is boosting Durham University’s Women in Technology programme with two new scholarships aimed at prospective female students from low-income backgrounds.

Salford’s Centre for Sustainable Innovation launches platform to help businesses in digital world

The University of Salford Business School’s Centre for Sustainable Innovation (CSI) merges the worlds of academia and industry, to allow businesses to access tailored support to help them grow and thrive by working alongside the institution’s expert academics.

Digital Catapult launches accelerator programme to help Northern Ireland’s agri and manufacturing industries

Digital Catapult has launched an accelerator programme with Northern Ireland’s Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) to support the region’s net zero ambition.

Mindstone partnership with NexGen Cloud to fuel sustainable innovation in the AI space

Mindstone, a global community dedicated to the practical application of AI, and NexGen Cloud, the provider of sustainable Infrastructure-as-a-Service, announced a partnership designed to spur innovation in AI development through advanced technology.

The Flexible Working Bill: what you need to know

On the 6th April, the work landscape in the UK will be undergoing a big change. The date marks the introduction of the Flexible Working Bill.

Big Changes for UK Small Businesses in New Tax Year

Recent research by Intuit QuickBooks uncovers UK small businesses’ strategies for the upcoming tax year beginning on 6th April. An overwhelming majority (99.6%) of surveyed small businesses intend to alter their operations in the new tax year, with 41% forecasting significant changes.

Aircall broadens AI capabilities to empower SMBs to nurture relationships, drive performance, and fuel growth

Aircall announced the expansion of its Aircall AI capabilities to include French, German, and Spanish, building on its significant AI enhancements introduced in October last year.

Sara Davies to share business secrets at UK Construction Week London

Sara Davies MBE, a distinguished businesswoman and TV personality, is set to energise UK Construction Week London (ExCeL, 7th-9th May) as the latest keynote speaker announced for the event in the built environment sector.

SolarEdge Buys EV Charging Software Firm Wevo Energy

SolarEdge Technologies, an innovator in smart energy solutions, has unveiled the successful acquisition of Wevo Energy’s entire share capital.

HUMAX partners with Uber Carshare for enhanced mobility services

HUMAX, a global mobility platform provider, has announced its partnership with Uber Carshare, the Australian car-sharing platform. HUMAX will supply its innovative keyless car-sharing device, the OTOPLUG, to elevate the mobility experience for users of Uber Carshare.

UK startups have lower appetite for fundraising and are paying themselves less

A recent study has revealed that UK startups and small enterprises are showing a reduced inclination towards capital raising compared to their enthusiasm in 2023, alongside a trend of lower self-compensation.