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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Capgemini to reinforce data-driven digital transformation capabilities with Syniti acquisition

Capgemini has announced an agreement to acquire Syniti, a provider of enterprise data management software and services, including platform and migration solutions with a global presence. This acquisition will strengthen Capgemini’s data-driven offerings, particularly in large-scale SAP transformations, such as migrations to SAP S/4HANA.

Infrastructure deeptech startup GScan launches International Office and R&D Lab in Cambridge

GScan, an infrastructure deeptech startup, has launched its first international office in Cambridge, UK. The company specialises in advanced technology that utilises muons – subatomic particles akin to electrons – to detect and analyse defects within the built environment with remarkable precision, achieving accuracy down to 1 millimetre at depths of up to 10 metres.

DeSci Labs raises $6.5M to transform scientific publishing

DeSci Labs has secured $6.5 million in seed funding to develop the infrastructure for a traceable digital version of the scientific record. Supported by prominent investors, this software engineering startup has reached key R&D milestones to launch DeSci Publish, the first open-source, peer-to-peer platform for scientific publishing.

Singtel and Nscale unlock GPU capacity globally to accelerate AI adoption

Singtel and Nscale, an end-to-end AI Cloud platform, have unveiled a strategic partnership aimed at expanding GPU capacity across Europe and Southeast Asia. This collaboration seeks to address the surging global demand from enterprises for generative AI, high-performance computing, and data-intensive workloads.

Train operators join forces with tech startups to transform the rail sector

Nine technology startups have been chosen to collaborate with four major train operators to drive innovation within the rail sector. Southeastern, Northern, LNER, and TransPennine Express have united under the Future Labs initiative to fast-track solutions to both longstanding and emerging challenges in the industry.

Klarna axes thousands of jobs as AI replaces employees
Klarna axes thousands of jobs as AI replaces employees

Buy now pay later fintech Klarna has announced that it is planning on axing almost half of its employees in the coming years, attributing these cuts to efficiencies gained through its investment in AI.

Building a Challenger Brand: How Startups Can Compete Against Established Players

The demanding modern job market often sees startups facing big companies. As a new business will have fewer resources and less reputation, how does it stand out? One way is to create a challenger brand that challenges the status quo in the contemporary market. Below is how startups can create a brand and compete with established companies.

The Adaptavist Group scouts future AI leaders with ‘Adapting for Tomorrow’ startup programme

The Adaptavist Group, a global technology company with its North American headquarters in Toronto, Ontario, has announced the launch of its ‘Adapting for Tomorrow’ incubator programme.

Gen Z look to boost their careers through business travel

Gen Z employees see business travel as a key career booster and are actively seeking more opportunities to travel for work, according to recent research by American Express.

AI ambitions high, but readiness low among UK and Ireland IT leaders

A research report commissioned by Hewlett Packard Enterprise revealed that only 32% of IT leaders in the UK and Ireland feel their organisations are fully prepared to harness the benefits of AI, despite 96% having initiated or completed the establishment of AI goals. The report highlights significant strategic shortcomings, such as misalignment between processes and metrics, leading to a fragmented approach that could worsen implementation challenges.

Crypto Quantique launches open-source randomness test suite for PUFs

Crypto Quantique, a provider of quantum-driven security for the Internet of Things (IoT), has introduced a specialised randomness test suite for Physical Unclonable Functions (PUFs). Named TuRiNG, this suite tackles the unique challenges associated with testing PUFs, which are increasingly embedded in semiconductors to generate secure, regenerable random numbers.

hofer powertrain partners with Monumo to realise class-leading Electric Drive Solutions

hofer powertrain, a global company in efficient drivetrain solutions, has announced an initiative aimed at slashing electric drive design time by 80% using advanced AI and deeptech innovations.

Aghanim and Adyen Form Partnership to Power D2C Payments for Mobile Games

Aghanim, a fintech company specialising in mobile gaming, has announced a strategic partnership with Adyen, the global financial technology platform favoured. This collaboration will enhance Aghanim’s direct-to-consumer platform, providing mobile game developers and publishers with robust payment processing capabilities worldwide.

Harmonyze secures over $2M to improve network-wide franchise operations with AI agents

Harmonyze, formerly known as Legal Hat, an AI-driven platform aimed at enhancing franchisors’ profit margins, has successfully closed over $2 million in pre-seed funding.

Five tips for implementing AI without risking your data: Kyocera CISO

Andrew Smith, Kyocera’s CISO, has shared his top five tips to make sure any organisation can take advantage of AI, without the security pitfalls.

Imposter Syndrome Surges by 96%: How Employers Can Tackle the Rising Tide of Self-Doubt

According to YouGov, one in six people will experience imposter syndrome – a persistent feeling of inadequacy in their career despite others’ perceptions – at least once in their lifetime. Recently, Instant Offices, experts in office spaces, reported a staggering 96% rise in searches for “imposter syndrome,” indicating that more professionals are struggling with self-doubt.

Silver Telegram’s 2024 ‘State of Tech’ White Paper: Shifting Landscape, Startup Challenges, and Emerging Regions

Silver Telegram PR Agency has unveiled its “State of Tech” white paper for Summer 2024, offering a comprehensive analysis of the latest trends, data, and insights shaping the global technology sector.

Tilt raises $18M Series A led by Balderton Capital to revolutionise real time shopping

The Series A funding round, spearheaded by Balderton Capital and joined by existing investors TQ Ventures, Earlybird, and Seedcamp, marks a significant milestone for Tilt, a real-time shopping platform. Founded by former Revolut employees Neil Shah and Abhi Thanendran, Tilt is revolutionising the e-commerce landscape by positioning itself as the premier destination for fashion worldwide.

Altery partners with Uzum Bank on advanced money transfer services in Uzbekistan

Altery, a fintech startup based in the UK, has joined forces with Uzum Bank, a prominent digital bank in Uzbekistan, to deliver advanced and cost-efficient money transfer services tailored for the rapidly expanding Uzbek market

Reboxed Unveils ReboxedOS: Circularity-as-a-Service Platform for Brands and Retailers

Reboxed, a circular economy startup, has launched ReboxedOS, a comprehensive platform designed to simplify and accelerate the recommerce of consumer electronics. The platform enables brands to quickly establish and scale co-branded resale, trade-in, and recycling programmes, boosting both revenue and sustainability efforts.