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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iGrafx Partners with Wassching to Drive Process Excellence in the Netherlands

iGrafx, a provider of process intelligence and process management software, has announced its strategic partnership with Wassching, a consultancy firm from the Netherlands specialising in sustainable process excellence and Business Process Management.

Was enough done at Bletchley Park? UK businesses call for increased AI investment

Just over two-fifths (43%) of businesses that responded to a recent Zoho survey have urged the Government to boost funding for businesses developing AI technologies, to foster innovation, as the UK strives to become a global AI leader.

The celebrity-backed app centred around manifestation

To combat the mental health crisis faced in the UK, London duo Robert Hisee and Ted Lawlor have created the world’s first forward-thinking platform centred around manifestation.

Eye-catching LED Display to Transform Fira de Barcelona Gran Via’s South Access for ISE 2024

Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) is preparing to unveil an innovative Welcome Screen at the South Access of Fira de Barcelona’s Gran Via venue for its landmark 20th edition, scheduled for 30 January – 2 February 2024.

The Christmas Switch Off – why taking a break is important

As the festive season is very quickly approaching, it is a crucial time for startup founders to consider the importance of stepping back and disconnecting from their work.

2023 marks a pivotal year of growth in ethical AI development for Prolific

Prolific, a UK-based scaleup dedicated to facilitating researchers’ access to high-quality data through a network of verified and vetted participants, has announced significant growth figures.

Barcelona: the premier tech hotspot of Southern Europe?

The global innovation landscape is marked by intense competition among various local ecosystems, drawing attention primarily to renowned global hotspots like Silicon Valley and Israel.

ABB accelerating creation of circular innovations through startup challenge

ABB’s commitment to fostering a low-carbon society and preserving natural resources is evident in its 2023 ABB Accelerating Circularity Challenge.

Support launches for digital and quantum computing startups

Two business support programmes dedicated to digital and quantum computing startups in the UK, have launched with a first call for participants.

UK Small Businesses See £10K Cost Increase Year-on-Year

Liberis, a specialist in embedded business finance solutions, has disclosed that UK small businesses (SMEs) are facing costs £10,000 higher than last year during the same period.

Marketing tech startup Videobot wins Creative Young Entrepreneur award

As the online world increasingly shifts from traditional text to video consumption, video content now constitutes 80% of today’s Internet traffic. Finnish-Luxembourgish marketing tech startup Videobot leverages this growing preference for video content by enhancing traditional website experiences with personalised, interactive video chatbots.

Fourfive leverages WeWork to scale wellness business

WeWork, the global flexible space provider, today announced that fourfive, a wellness brand specialising in CBD and premium vitamin supplements, is leveraging WeWork All Access to provide its growing workforce with access to over 50 WeWork locations across the UK and 700+ globally, as the company prioritises well-designed and scalable workspace that caters to its ambitions for fast expansion.

Pave Bank launches with $5.2M funding round for programmable money revolution

Over the past five decades, banks have undergone significant changes, yet the global financial system has largely remained static, characterised by opacity and inefficiency. The emergence of regulated digital assets and programmable money, now embraced by central banks globally, heralds a fundamental overhaul in the movement of value worldwide.

About:Energy forges technology licensing agreement to advance battery modelling

About:Energy, a player in battery development software, has announced a technology licensing agreement with the University of Portsmouth and the University of Southampton. This partnership is set to advance battery modelling and expedite electrification in the automotive and energy storage sectors.

Rural startups eligible for £5,000 of support through The Royal Countryside

The Royal Countryside Fund, in partnership with Forest Holidays, is excited to announce the opening of applications for the Rural StartUp Fund, now in its fourth year. This year, a total of £5,000 is available, which can be awarded to either a single winning business or divided among several rural startups.

Seven in Ten small business owners stressed at work

A recent survey has unveiled that seven in ten small business owners experience stress at work. The primary stressors, according to the survey of 2,000 small business owners by Love Energy Savings, are soaring energy bills (22%) and inflation (23%).

ISE commemorates two decades of pro AV and systems integration excellence

Integrated Systems Europe (ISE), the global exhibition for professional audiovisual (pro AV) and systems integration, is excited to celebrate its 20th anniversary with the 2024 edition of the show.

Humane Selects Optiva BSS for Launch of New Ai Pin

Humane, a company at the forefront of innovative user experiences, has recently unveiled Ai Pin and chosen Optiva’s comprehensive BSS solution to enhance billing, network integration, and value-added services for its users.

Raw Ventures Launches Online Pitching Sessions to Support MediaTech Startups

Raw Ventures, a Venture Fund in Europe specialising in MediaTech innovation, has unveiled a bi-weekly online pitching programme exclusively for early-stage MediaTech startups.

HealthTech Startup Mika and pharmaceutical company Recordati Rare Diseases announce partnership

Mika, an international digital therapeutics company, and Recordati Rare Diseases, a global pharmaceutical firm, have initiated a partnership focusing on enhancing treatment for patients with idiopathic Multicentric Castleman’s Disease (iMCD).