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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Less than half of UK businesses have visibility into security risks

Vanta, the trust management platform, has released its annual State of Trust Report, an in-depth analysis uncovering global trends in security, compliance and the future of trust.

The Cereal Entrepreneur: Insights from Capterra

Capterra, a leading software and services marketplace, has been instrumental in guiding organisations in their digital journey. With a sprawling network spanning over 900 software categories and providing access to more than two million verified reviews, it emerges as a crucial resource for enhancing productivity and fostering growth, especially for SMEs.

A startup’s guide to building an AI strategy

AI stands as a transformative force in the modern technological landscape, and has the potential to revolutionise how startups operate across all sectors. For a startup poised to embark on the AI journey, developing and implementing a strategy is not without its challenges.

Vodafone and Steven Bartlett’s Continued Collaboration

Vodafone Business has confirmed the renewal of its alliance with Steven Bartlett, extending the partnership for an additional year.

1 in 4 employees feel the effects of discrimination

A recent study by Barrington Hibbert Associates has cast a stark light on the ongoing issues of workplace discrimination, revealing that 25% of employees feel their career progression has been impeded by discrimination based on ethnicity, sexuality, religion, age, or gender. This impediment has profound implications across a spectrum of industries, including finance, legal, healthcare, and education.

SpinDrive clinches €3.8M in Series A funding to boost global industrial efficiency

SpinDrive, a Finnish company providing affordable active magnetic bearings for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), has secured a €3.8 million Series A funding round.

Solestial Secures Phase II SBIR Funding from NASA

Solestial, the space-oriented solar energy enterprise, recently declared it has secured an £849,954 Phase II Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) contract from NASA.

BPP Funds xUnlocked for Sustainable Learning

BPP Education Group announced a £5 million Series A investment in and partnership with the UK-based education technology firm, xUnlocked, the operator of Sustainability Unlocked.

IBM’s Enterprise AI Venture Fund: Fuelling the Future of AI Tech

IBM recently unveiled its intention to establish an Enterprise AI Venture Fund worth $500 million. This fund is poised to support a variety of AI enterprises, from those in their infancy to rapidly expanding startups, all with the aim of propelling generative AI technology and research within the corporate sector.

Snowflake’s Pathway for Aspiring Data Cloud Startups

Snowflake, the Data Cloud company, has launched the Powered by Snowflake Funding Programme, which intends to invest up to $100 million dollars toward the next generation of early-stage startups building Snowflake Native Apps.

Global Mobility: The new frontier for enhancing workplace happiness

A recent report by the international mobility platform Localyze indicates that work relocation, whether for short or extended periods, enhances employee effectiveness and job satisfaction.

Dootrix: The British startup outpacing global giants

British tech startup Dootrix has carved a niche for itself in the burgeoning cloud services sector, attracting some of the nation’s foremost brands with its bespoke cloud capabilities that are revolutionising their operational models. This has set the stage for robust growth and lucrative returns for its investors.

UKG reveals 2024 HR megatrends shaping global workplaces

UKG, a provider of HR, payroll, and workforce management solutions, recently unveiled its forecast of 2024 HR Megatrends poised to redefine the global workplace. The detailed exposition of these trends will take place at the UKG Aspire conference in Las Vegas this week.

WeWork forced to file for bankruptcy in US

WeWork, the prominent shared office provider, faced a severe setback as it has been forced to file for bankruptcy in the US.

Kvanted Ventures Announces First Nordic Industrial Technology Fund

Kvanted Ventures, a new investment firm focusing on early-stage industrial technology startups in Northern Europe, has recently unveiled its inaugural fund of €70 million. The venture, established by Maria Wasastjerna, Eerik Paasikivi, and Axel Ahlström, distinguishes itself as the Nordic region’s first dedicated industrial technology investor.

Mentor Group launches Revenue Velocity Accelerator

Mentor Group has launched the Revenue Velocity Accelerator, a comprehensive solution designed for sustainable revenue growth within any organisation. This integrated offering merges the pinnacle of Mentor Group’s expertise in revenue advisory services, promoting a fundamental shift in process, instruments, and behaviour.

Gresham House unveils institutional private equity fund for UK growth firms

Gresham House, a specialist in alternative asset management, has initiated a new limited partnership aimed at facilitating institutional investment in burgeoning companies within the UK and Ireland.

Daytona Secures $2M to Fill Enterprise Void

Daytona, the self-hosted platform specialising in “Development Environment Management,” has successfully secured £1.6 million in Pre-Seed financing, surpassing its original goal. The investment round drew substantial investments from notable figures in the developer tools domain.

Fintech Innovation: Mangopay and Aria Join Forces for B2B Marketplace Growth

Mangopay, a bespoke payment infrastructure provider for platforms, has announced a partnership with Aria, a prominent entity in the deferred payment infrastructure space catering to B2B marketplaces and platforms.

Chipper Cash announces strengthened partnership with Visa

Chipper Cash, a financial services company serving over five million customers across Africa and the US, has announced a strategic partnership with Visa to drive growth and financial inclusion across the African continent.