ONO, a fleet management platform, is breaking barriers, not just in technology but in leadership. Created by Renee Rogers, ONO was born out of frustration and necessity.

The UK faces an unprecedented housing shortage, with government targets aiming to deliver over 300,000 new homes yearly.

Oshen, co-founded by Anahita Laverack, uses cutting-edge technologies to revolutionise oceanography sustainably through robotics and AI.

CampusAI, one of the fastest-growing AI education startups, has announced its expansion into the UK. This move aims to empower individuals, teams, and communities to embrace AI-driven transformation through its innovative platform, taking a human-centred approach to technology.

Medialister, a new startup designed to streamline editorial advertising placements, launched this month to connect brands with media outlets looking for alternative revenue streams. Focused on affordability and data-driven insights, Medialister enables brands to access editorial advertising that aligns with their messaging goals, while providing media outlets with an additional way to monetise content.

Workwize, the global IT operating system used to deploy, manage, and retrieve laptops and IT equipment across more than 100 countries, has released its new Automation Suite.

Estonian startup GDPR Register has created an AI-powered solution designed to assist businesses and public institutions across Europe in meeting their data protection requirements under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). By leveraging AI, the platform streamlines compliance, offering a unique approach to managing GDPR obligations.

Evntful is a female-led dating app aimed at levelling the playing field for women in the male-dominated dating industry. With a 70/30 male-to-female ratio on platforms like Tinder, Evntful seeks to address the frustrations and safety concerns that plague modern dating, particularly for women.

Kalogon is a smart seating company that uses patent-pending sensor technology to enable a seat to adapt to the user’s body. In doing so, it is able to redistribute the way the pressure is carried as someone is sitting, which has been proven to increase blood flow.   

Roman Hölzl, CEO and Co-Founder of RobCo, refers to robotics as the “Swiss Army knives of the manufacturing world”, demonstrating his deep-seated belief in the power robotics has in changing the manufacturing world and alluding to the multi-faceted roles they can play.

Emilė Radytė, CEO and Co-Founder of Samphire Neuroscience, makes no secret of her interest in trying to explain behaviours through human brain action. “I have always loved the overlap of how the human brain interacts with society and the way we function,” Radytė explained.

A San Francisco-based AI startup, has launched Tattoon, an innovative app that allows users to “fit” tattoos onto their own bodies with just a tap. The app’s mission is to bridge the gap between art, tattoo artists, and aspiring tattoo enthusiasts by enabling people to experiment with different tattoo designs on their body photos.

Estonian startup Symmetrista has unveiled a bra specifically designed for women who have undergone breast reconstruction after breast cancer treatment.

Rare Founders’ second demo day was a huge success, with 100 founders across 14 sectors pitching their innovative startups to an audience of investors. Each startup was allowed a one-minute pitch, with a further three minutes for audience questions.  

Each year, LinkedIn reveals its Top 20 UK Startups list, alongside highlighting top emerging companies from various cities across the country. In Manchester, the top five startups are distinguished not only for their rapid growth but also for capturing significant attention and developing innovative solutions that are shaping the future of their industries.

Profilr, a recruitment platform combining the swipe-and-match functionality of dating apps with the professional networking approach of LinkedIn, is gearing up to launch in the UK. Aiming to shake up the recruitment process in the service industry, Profilr promises a seamless experience for both job seekers and employers.

Sparklo, a global cleantech company, has hit a major milestone in its quest to transform recycling and promote sustainability. Over the past year, the company expanded its network of reverse vending machines (RVMs), known as Sparklomats, from 100 to more than 300 units across the MENA region.

Fintech startup Permutable AI, known for its innovative use of artificial intelligence in financial markets, has launched its latest platform, Trading Co-Pilot. This tool is designed to offer real-time, AI-powered insights into financial markets, drawing on a range of global data sources.

Carve is a niche curated marketplace that helps customers find unique ceramic products from the best independent artisans in the UK.

Belgian startup AmphiStar, a startup in bio-based surfactant innovation, has announced the launch of AmphiCare and AmphiClean. Made entirely from organic waste and side streams, the newly launched products are the first ever fully upcycled biobased surfactants to enter the market.