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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Sparqle Secures €1.2 Million to Expand Its Sustainable Delivery Platform

Sparqle has successfully completed an investment round, securing €1.2 million.

EHRC Sets Menopause Guidelines for Employers

The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) have released new guidelines regarding menopause in the workplace, outlining the legal responsibilities of employers under the Equality Act 2010.

CSEM and ClexBio create a bioreactor for tissue-engineered cardiovascular implants

CSEM and ClexBio, a Nordic startup specialising in regenerative medicine, have developed an innovative bioreactor capable of cultivating human veins in the laboratory.

Biffa is offering a £10,000 prize in its ‘Change Makers’ competition

UK sustainable waste management company, Biffa, has launched a nationwide search for its next Change Maker, as part of its What Iff campaign.

SQM Lithium Ventures Boosts Altilium with $9.43M Investment

SQM Lithium Ventures has invested $9.43 million in Altilium, a UK-based clean technology group committed to advancing the shift towards net zero, elevating its total investment to $12 million.

Presenting the Contenders for the EB100 2024 Awards

Following the buzz surrounding the official announcement of the Elite Business Top 100 SMEs 2024, finalists are eagerly anticipating further recognition at the forthcoming EB100 2024 awards ceremony.

Lambeth Council hailed for pioneering climate tech support

Lambeth Council has furthered its commitment to environmental sustainability by endorsing a climate tech ecosystem, aiding over 500 eco-friendly businesses with flexible workspaces, financing, and industry know-how.

AI-led cardiology solution celebrates €20,000 EIT Venture Award win

A French startup revolutionising cardiology with an AI-powered digital twin of the heart, generated from pre-operative CT and MRI scans, secured a €20,000 reward as the 2024 European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) Awards winners were unveiled in Brussels on 20th April.

Applications open for startups to win £10k of marketing and legal services

The Pitching Platform, offering startups the opportunity to present their business ideas to accomplished entrepreneurs and secure £10,000 in marketing and legal support, is set to make its return at the East Midlands Real Entrepreneurs’ Awards at Nottingham University Business School on 25th April 2024.

Cambridge: a hotspot for tech innovation

Cambridge is historically renowned for its university, but more recently it has evolved into a significant tech hotspot, a transformation driven by a synergy of academic excellence, entrepreneurial spirit, and strategic investment. At the Cambridge Tech Week (CTW24) launch event in London, ambassadors and players within the Cambridge tech ecosystem shared their experiences within the tech ecosystem.

Tennant and Brain Corp Forge Exclusive Deal to Boost Robotic Floor Cleaning Tech

Tennant Company, renowned for its expertise in the design, manufacturing, and marketing of cleaning solutions, alongside Brain Corp, an eminent autonomous technology firm specialising in robotics and AI, have jointly announced an exclusive technology agreement aimed at propelling the development and adoption of advanced robotic solutions in the floor cleaning sector.

Barcelona City Council Boosts Startup Ecosystem at 4YFN-MWC

Barcelona City Council, in collaboration with its economic development agency Barcelona Activa, is set to support 32 startups at this year’s 4YFN trade fair, a key event for startups running alongside the Mobile World Congress (MWC).

SME XPO 2024 unveils roster of speakers that will educate and inspire

Evening Standard’s SME XPO is back in 2024, designed as a dynamic platform dedicated to empowering scaling businesses.

Hydra: Plugging the Unnoticed Hole in Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity has emerged as a critical concern for businesses, yet an essential aspect frequently goes unnoticed. The widespread adoption of SaaS platforms by organisations exposes them to risks of espionage, sabotage, and GDPR breaches. Hydra has been introduced to mitigate these risks.

Silicon Catalyst.UK Opens Second Cohort Applications for ChipStart Incubator

Silicon Catalyst.UK, the UK arm of the only incubator dedicated to fostering semiconductor solutions, has opened the next application phase for the ChipStart UK incubator.

NodeShift lands funding to launch decentralised cloud service platform

NodeShift, a new cloud provider that makes it easy for businesses to build and host secure applications affordably in the decentralised cloud, has received $3.2 million in funding to launch its decentralised cloud services platform to the world.

MongoDB joins Tech Barcelona

MongoDB has become a Corporate Partner of Tech Barcelona, strengthening its support for Barcelona’s expanding technology sector.

42 Technology report unveils top tech trends for 2024

42 Technology (42T), a product development and manufacturing innovation consultancy, has published its first annual technology trend report.  This comprehensive guide outlines the 12 groundbreaking technology trends that are likely to drive innovation and reshape industries this year.

New Investment Initiative in Birmingham offers £500K for Underserved Entrepreneurs

Ethical Equity, a dedicated impact investment platform, has officially launched in Birmingham, aiming to assist underserved founders by unlocking £500,000 in Angel Investment. Through its Aspiring Angels initiative, Ethical Equity aims to attract 1,000 new angel investors from diverse backgrounds, with the goal of enhancing the landscape for startup founders seeking growth.

Clean refrigeration innovation secures £2.3m funding for Hubl Logistics

Hubl Logistics is on a quest to diminish the environmental and financial burdens of food transportation. Concentrating on creating sustainable solutions for global food transport and refrigeration, Hubl has recently received two grants from Innovate UK.