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!

3607 Articles Published | Follow:
Wavemaker UK and DBT help British SMEs make it ‘Big in America’

Wavemaker UK has collaborated with the Department for Business and Trade (DBT), responsible for promoting UK trade across the world, on a five-part documentary series to be premiered and hosted on LinkedIn’s ‘Live Events’ platform.

The Home House Collection attains Positive Luxury certification

Home Grown, a London members’ club entirely designed for entrepreneurs, scaleup founders and their investors to socialise, connect, build ideas and relationships, has received a Butterfly Mark Positive Luxury accreditation.

Jobs growing again in UK small businesses

An improvement in jobs and sales growth across UK small businesses in June has been largely offset by increasing late payments and a slowdown in wages growth, according to the latest data from global small business platform Xero.

UK and Singapore agree collaboration pact on FinTech and Digital Currencies

UK and Singapore officials have agreed a pact for collaboration on FinTech and sustainable finance, emphasising the development of digital assets and currencies as well as sustainable finance, at a meeting in London.

London’s tech scene gets a reboot

The traditions of business networking are being redefined by TECH+TUNES — a new monthly hub of conversation, connection and soaring arias for London’s tech community. Behind the two unassuming doors of 213 Oxford Street, ambient mood lights, indulgent snacks and atmospheric live music offers an intimate alternative to conventional networking.

5 tips for effective networking

Networking: a dreaded activity for some, an enjoyable afterwork outing for others. But networking, when used effectively, can be the secret ingredient to helping you and your startup. We have complied five tips to help you succeed at networking.

NeoLogic raise $8m to transform computing

Israel-based processor technology startup NeoLogic has announced it has raised $8 million in a seed round led by Maniv Mobility venture capital fund with lool Ventures and M-Ventures. The company is also supported by the Israeli Innovation Authority. The funding is coming on the heels of a year in which venture capital funds’ appetite for making new investments has plummeted.

How can businesses utilise cryptocurrency?

It’s no secret that cryptocurrency and other digital assets are becoming more popular, providing an opportunity for organisations worldwide to use this innovative technology to their advantage.

How has tax digitisation helped UK businesses?

Businesses across various industries are benefitting from digitisation in multiple forms and are taking advantage of ever-developing technologies. And with the Government’s digital strategy paving the way for more businesses to transform and become resilient in competitive markets, an increasing number of companies are getting involved.

Joyned crowned ‘Most Successful Scaleup’ at Hustle Awards 2023

Israeli travel tech startup Joyned has been recognised for the company’s outstanding growth at this year’s Hustle Awards, where they were crowned as winners of the Most Successful Scaleup category.

The biggest dos and don’ts when naming your business

Monzo has analysed the businesses registered at GOV.UK Companies House to find out the most popular words and terms used in business names. Following this research, Monzo has teamed up with business experts to reveal the top dos and don’ts when naming a business.

Here East launch virtual twin to showcase campus

Here East, Delancey’s innovation campus in East London, has announced its virtual twin. Partnering with digital design specialists Squint Opera, Here East takes a pioneering step into the virtual world as one of the first to introduce this technology, paving the way for a new era of digital innovation.

Government launches £50m Fund to turbocharge UK as Tech Superpower

The Government has launched the Research Ventures Catalyst fund, injecting £50 million to bolster cutting-edge research in tech and science.

Spreckley launches the Spreckley Startup Growth Hub

Independent B2B PR firm Spreckley has announced the launch of the Spreckley Startup Growth Hub, a comprehensive, tailored suite of marketing and PR services designed to support ambitious startup founders reach the next level of growth with powerful storytelling and lead-generating integrated marketing. The Spreckley Startup Growth Hub is poised to become the go-to partner for startups looking to gain a competitive edge.

Carifit Announces the Appointment of Erin Hallock as Chairwoman

Carifit, the postnatal fitness, babywearing and tech company announces the appointment of Erin Hallock as Chairwoman of the Carifit Board of Directors effective immediately.

Resource Solutions Partners with InnovateHer to Close UK Tech Gender Gap

Resource Solutions, provider of workforce and advisory solutions, has announced a community-focused partnership with InnovateHer, a values-led social enterprise dedicated to addressing the gender imbalance in the tech sector.

Vantage Fit and Breath Hub partner to ignite a mindful revolution

Vantage Fit, an AI-empowered employee wellness platform from Vantage Circle, has announced a partnership with London-based wellness startup Breath Hub to create a mindful revolution.

SME Confidence knocked amid Rising Rates and Inflation

SME confidence has slumped in the second quarter as the effects of rising rates and a stalling economy is felt, according to The Federation of Small Business’s (FSB) Small Business Index.

BT Group to launch Electric Vehicle charging pilots

BT Group has announced that its startup and Digital incubation team, Etc., will, over the next two years, conduct technical and commercial pilots to convert or upgrade its street cabinets for electric vehicle charging units.

Mobilo Secures $4.1M in Seed Funding to Reinvent Networking

Mobilo, the maker of the first smart business card for teams and the digital enterprise, has raised $4.1 million in seed funding from DeepWork Capital, TMT Investments, and a group of forward-thinking Dutch angel investors.