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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Universities team up to support startups with a social purpose

A growing number of social ventures are emerging from universities, aiming to make a real difference to communities across London and further afield. These companies need capital if they’re to grow, and a new project launching this autumn will lay the foundations for a self-sustaining social venture fund. 

Give Gen Zs regular performance reviews or risk resignations

Gen Z employees – aged 16 to 24 – are more likely to leave an organisation if they don’t receive frequent managerial feedback and communication (73%), compared to other non-Gen Z employees (52%). That’s according to a survey by StaffCircle, the all-in-one Employee Success Platform.

AI projects supporting small businesses get funding boost

Artificial intelligence projects in areas as diverse as fashion, farming and fire-fighting are being backed with a further £37 million, as the Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan highlights how AI can be a force for good ahead of next month’s AI Safety Summit.

UK government-backed incubator for chip startups

British startups solving complex global issues through the design of semiconductor chips have been named as members of a new government-backed incubator that will provide support as they grow into future global chip leaders.

Munro previews design and upgrades for all-electric Series-M 4×4

Munro Vehicles (Munro), a manufacturer of all-electric 4x4s, and Scotland’s only volume production car company, has announced an equity crowdfunding round and revealed details of design and technical enhancements for its all-electric 4×4 Series-M Pick-Up and Series-M Truck models, driven by extensive field trials of, and customer feedback on, the Munro MK_1 pre-production model.

myenergi lands £30m investment from Energy Impact Partners

British smart home energy technology manufacturer, myenergi, has secured an investment of £30 million to support significant future growth and internationalisation from Energy Impact Partners (EIP). This follows on from the £30 million debt finance myenergi secured from HSBC earlier this year to further fuel its expansion.

Oxford University Innovation’s First Impact Report

Ahead of the Government review of the UK spinout landscape, Oxford University Innovation (OUI) has published its inaugural Impact Report.

Startups Magazine at Karren Brady’s Women in Business & Tech Expo

Startups Magazine is excited to announce that we will be exhibiting at Karren Brady’s Women in Business & Tech Expo on the 18-19th October! Come by stand A30 to pick up a copy of the latest magazine and have a chat with the team.

London top VC hub in Europe, breaks top 10 globally

London has climbed into the top 10 for venture capital investment globally, charging ahead of European rivals as it cements itself as a technology investment hub among US and Chinese competitors, according to a new report.

ivault: the web3 lifestyle app rewarding sustainability

In a world grappling with overconsumption and cost-of-living pressures, ivault is pioneering a solution that puts a planet-friendly lifestyle in the palm of your hand. The blockchain-based app is set to redefine the sharing economy, making it easier and more rewarding to share what we already have rather than buying new.

x+why and Barclays launch two new Eagle Labs to boost UK startup ecosystem

x+why, a flexible workspace specialist has partnered with Barclays to launch two new Eagle Labs, with a combined mission to support local entrepreneurs and ambitious startups to connect, innovate and grow. The new locations include the first Barclays Eagle Labs in London, based in Chiswick, as well as a new business incubator space in Birmingham.

Exploring ‘death tech’ and its advantages with Mike Davis, Founder of My Probate Partner

In this Q&A, Mike Davis, Founder of My Probate Partner, discusses Deathtech, his business, My Probate Partner, and the the role technology has played in handling probate cases.

British Business Bank on mental health and wellbeing

Starting a business can be challenging. Uncertain trading conditions can be common with a startup business, and worries about your new venture can take a toll on your mental and physical wellbeing.

Wellbeing of overseas staff keeping employers awake at night

Worrying about the wellbeing of overseas employees is what keeps employers awake at night, according to Towergate Health & Protection.

TIS2023 to explore how AI is driving personalised, sustainable tourism

AI technologies are revolutionising the travel industry across all segments, from improving the customer experience and planning events to attracting and retaining tourists.

Pleo announces new product updates to bolster spend management capabilities

Pleo, one of Europe’s spend management platforms, has launched a slate of major new updates for its customers, which aims to provide businesses with a more comprehensive set of tools to help them effectively manage and optimise their spending and catalyse mid-market growth.

Aerospace Xelerated Launches Women in STEM Mentorship Programme

Aerospace Xelerated has launched a 12-month global mentorship program for university students and professional women designed to help mentees advance their careers in STEM fields, with a focus on aerospace and aviation.

Lomar collaborates with Alicia Bots to implement Roverclean tech on vessels

In a development poised to redefine hull maintenance and maritime sustainability, Lomar has announced its collaboration with Alicia Bots Inc.

Audoo rockets to $22M funding with investment from Elton John

Audoo, the music technology company revolutionising public performance royalties, has secured $5 million investment in its latest funding round, with investors including global music and business icons Elton John and David Furnish, taking its total raised to $22 million.

climate-tech startup raicoon secures €4 Million in Seed Funding

raicoon, a climate-tech company in autonomous solar operations, proudly announces a €4 Million seed funding round to tap into new markets, enhance its product offering and expand the team.