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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Quantum Metric crosses $100M ARR milestone

Quantum Metric, the customer-driven digital analytics platform, has achieved the milestone of $100 million Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR).

Top trends at CES 2024

In the bustling halls of CES 2024, a union of innovation and technology unfolded, showcasing trends set to reshape the landscape of consumer electronics and the wider tech industry.

Shipping Worldwide: How to Find the Perfect Type of Shipment?

In today’s interconnected global marketplace, shipping goods worldwide has become an integral aspect for numerous businesses and individuals seeking to expand their reach across borders.

London’s climate tech startups raised all-time-high levels of VC investment in 2023

London’s technology sector has shown remarkable resilience and continued growth, as recent data from London & Partners and Dealroom reveals.

Locofy.ai accelerates web design-to-code with AI as it pioneers Large Design Models

The escalating shortage of software developers worldwide has led to a growing trend towards AI-coding assistants to bridge the widening gap.

Honeywell Announces the Closing of $300 Million Equity Investment Round for Quantinuum

Honeywell has recently finalised a substantial $300 million equity fundraising for Quantinuum, currently the premier integrated quantum computing company globally, achieving a pre-money valuation of $5 billion.

SME XPO 2024: Dedicated to helping SMEs and scaleups thrive

The Evening Standard is thrilled to unveil the SME XPO 2024, a vibrant and all-encompassing platform, a dynamic and comprehensive space dedicated to powering scaleup businesses.

AeroCloud appoints independent board member to support mission

AeroCloud, a global intelligent airport management platform, has announced the appointment of Travis Kimmel as an independent advisor to the CEO and the board. This follows a successful $12.6 million Series A funding round in 2023.

Discovery Park Ventures invests £100K in Vox Imaging Technology

Discovery Park Ventures (DPV) has announced a £100,000 investment in Vox Imaging Technology (VIT), a company in ophthalmic technology, aiming to revolutionise eye imaging in preclinical research and enhance the drug discovery and development process.

ISE Celebrates 20th Anniversary with Sofia Crespo’s Projection Mapping Event and Keynote Address

To mark the 20th anniversary of Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) and the 200th anniversary of Barcelona’s Passeig de Gràcia, a prominent avenue housing the famed Casa Batlló, ISE is funding a projection mapping on the façade of the celebrated Gaudí building.

SaferSpace aims to tackle workplace harassment with AI

In a move to tackle the rampant issue of sexual harassment and discrimination in the workplace, PR pro Ruth Sparkes and businesswoman Sunita Gordon have rolled out an AI chatbot within their new ‘SaferSpace’ app.

Deepagro at CES 2024

At CES 2024, Startup Magazine’s Anna Wood met with Deepagro, an AgriTech startup that is focused on integrating AI into agriculture.

Thema launches venture fund platform to invest and support emerging managers

Thema, the London-based, Pan European focused VC fund investor, has publicly launched its venture fund platform, to support and provide capital to first time fund managers to start their own venture capital business.

Detected secures $2.5M to pioneer business onboarding technology

UK and US-based fintech Detected has secured $2.5 million in its latest fundraising round, including investment from existing investors Thomson Reuters Ventures, Love Ventures, and powerful industry angels.

CEOs fear for future in pre-Davos survey as AI risks rise

Global executives are increasingly worried about the long-term viability of their businesses, a PricewaterhouseCoopers pre-Davos survey has shown, with pressures mounting from generative AI and climate disruption.

New research shows rising popularity of franchise business model in the UK

New research by Geek Retreat, the geek culture retailer, gaming café, community hub and events venue, shows that of the 15% of Brits who have set up their own business in the past ten years, 27% considered a franchise model. Some 19% now run a business which is part of a franchise group.

Beetronics – More Than Just Monitors: Insights Into The Brand That Is Redefining Technology

Technology has made modern life remarkably more convenient. But what’s most exciting is how it continues getting redefined every day by innovative companies.

Vodafone and Microsoft forge 10-Year Deal for AI and Cloud Expansion

Vodafone and Microsoft have unveiled a comprehensive 10-year strategic partnership, designed to utilise their combined capabilities in delivering scaled digital platforms to over 300 million businesses, public sector entities, and consumers across Europe and Africa.

Neutrik Americas Announces Sponsorship of Women in Electronics

Neutrik Americas, a subsidiary of Neutrik Group and a provider of professional AVL connectivity solutions, has announced its sponsorship of Women in Electronics (WE).

Barclays launch Eagle Labs Academy to upskill next gen of tech entrepreneurs

Barclays Eagle Labs has introduced an online skills platform designed for aspiring entrepreneurs aiming to lead the next big tech companies.