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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Syz Capital and Saturnus Capital take majority stake in Capture Media

Syz Capital, the boutique private markets investment specialist, has announced that it has made a strategic controlling investment in Capture Media, a Swiss player in digital media and analytics solutions.

Empowering Entrepreneurship: The Impact of Startup Accelerators and Incubators

In the ever-evolving landscape of entrepreneurship, emerging businesses often grapple with multifaceted challenges, from refining their business strategies to securing essential funding. To address these challenges effectively, a growing number of startups turn to the guiding hands of startup accelerators and incubators.

UK SMEs at risk of falling behind global AI adoption

A report conducted by HR technology scaleup Employment Hero reveals that UK SMEs are at risk of falling behind in the global race for AI adoption.

Kuva Space raises €16.6M funding round to launch its microsatellite constellation

Finnish Earth observation company Kuva Space has successfully raised €16.6 million in funding. The funding round was led by existing investors Voima Ventures and Nordic Foodtech VC, with Singapore-based Earth VC also participating.

Top 5 Paris startups Eiffel for
Top 5 Paris startups Eiffel for

Paris has long been a global epicentre for art, culture, and cuisine. But in recent years, the City of Light has emerged as a hub for innovation and entrepreneurship, especially in the tech space.

Steven Bartlett’s BBC Maestro: 16 Steps to Start and Scale a Multi-Million Pound Business

Steven Bartlett is the latest name set to join BBC Maestro’s online platform of world-class experts. His course, The 16 Steps to Start and Scale a Multi-Million Pound Business, will provide insights into the mindset of successful entrepreneurs and explore the key stages of building a business.

WeWork to file for bankruptcy, report claims

WeWork plans to file for bankruptcy as early as next week, according to reports, as the SoftBank Group-backed company struggles with a massive debt pile and hefty losses.

Cedar raises $3m to take on US housing crisis

The US housing market is short 6.5 million homes after more than a decade of under-building relative to population and demand growth. Cedar has announced a $3 million seed funding round to take this problem head on, with software that helps real-estate developers and professionals maximise the housing potential of urban infill properties.

UK climate tech startup Levidian expands into Middle East

UK climate tech startup Levidian has announced its first international expansion with the establishment of a new base in Abu Dhabi.

iQ3Connect receives seed investment from NOVA Prime Fund

iQ3Connect, a provider of a web-based immersive training and collaboration platform, has announced a seed round of funding through the NOVA Prime Fund, a venture capital fund created by global innovator LG Electronics.

Mangopay granted UK e-money license

Mangopay, a platform-specific payment infrastructure provider, has announced that it has been authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) as an Electronic Money Institution (EMI).

One in three small businesses now using AI

Over a third (38%) of small businesses have used, or are considering using, AI according to new research from Small Business Britain and the global hiring platform Indeed, which underlines the growing appetite for the nation’s 5.5 million small businesses to embrace cutting-edge technology.

AI wearables at Fashion Week
AI wearables at Fashion Week

Humane, a startup founded by ex-Apple design and engineering team Imran Chaudhri and Bethany Bongiornio, revealed its first AI device, the Humane AI Pin, at Coperni’s Paris Fashion Week show, ahead of its official unveiling on November 9th.

UK can become “pioneer of responsible AI innovation” but must boost business uptake

Government urged to prioritise the development of industry ethical frameworks to boost business confidence and make the UK a global pioneer in responsible AI innovation – ahead of the inaugural UK AI Safety Summit.

Latest AI tech can save households up to 30% on electricity bills

The average UK household could save an average of £285 next year on their electricity bills using the latest home energy monitoring sensors, says UK-based energy startup Voltaware.

SMEs owners have a “good understanding” of AI – but major barriers still exist

New data from small business lender iwoca reveals that while more than half of SME owners (55%) feel they have a good understanding of AI, the majority are nervous about how it will impact their business.

Top 5 spine-chilling startups
Top 5 spine-chilling startups

Prepare to be captivated and unnerved as we explore the realm of innovation where cutting-edge technology meets creepy creativity. In this journey, we’ll explore the dark corners of the tech startup world, uncovering the top spine-chilling tech startups that are redefining the boundaries of what we ever thought was possible. From trying to bring back extinct species, to a startup aiming to preserve the brain and keep its memories intact, to a lifelike artificial human corpse that can bleed.   

To DM, or not to DM? Brands Need to Earn Place in a Customer’s Inner Circle

New research from Twilio reveals that 50% of UK consumers want the brands they engage with to offer the communication channels they most commonly use in their day-to-day interactions.

A fifth of employees have understanding of all the benefits they’re offered

Only a fifth (21%) of employees say they have a very good understanding of all the health and wellbeing benefits they’re offered.

$15,000 startup pitching competition announced for Newconomics Lisbon

Newconomics, the brand new web3 event in Lisbon this November is running an exciting startup pitch competition where participants can win a share of $15,000 to get their business off the ground.