Wealthbrite recently closed a SEIS funding round, successfully raising £200,000 from angel investors. 70% of them came from underrepresented communities, including women, ethnic minorities, and individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds.
12.09.2024
A data-driven culture is crucial for the success of investment funds, as it embraces a holistic approach to data, combining human expertise with strategic use of cutting-edge technologies.
09.09.2024
Since its inception in 2020, Focal has rapidly ascended to become one of the most prominent startup demo days globally, attracting thousands of pre-seed to Series A stage applicants and investors from around the world. Our semi-annual Demo Day events, held virtually in May and October, have become a beacon for innovation and investment.
09.09.2024
Every week, Maddyness brings you the latest investment news from the UK startup ecosystem. Here's a recap of this week's investments.
06.09.2024
One of the UK’s real strengths is its life sciences engine, driving continuous innovation and a track record of breakthroughs. The key components are all there and whirring away: leading universities, talented people and an available pool of funding. However, the sector’s growth is not guaranteed. Support for our life sciences startups is needed if we are to continue translating our world-class research into world-class companies that can thrive within the UK ecosystem.
29.08.2024
With #QVCS, Maddyness profiles different funds to give founders and entrepreneurs the information they need to choose the right investor. Today, we speak to Philippe v. Klitzing, Partner at Peak.
26.08.2024
Every week, Maddyness brings you the latest investment news from the UK startup ecosystem. Here's a recap of this week's investments.
23.08.2024
As a venture capitalist, I've encountered numerous athletes from various sports, including the NBA, NFL, and European soccer leagues. However, Kevin Jurovich stands out as a uniquely versatile individual in this landscape.
19.08.2024
Every week, Maddyness brings you the latest investment news from the UK startup ecosystem. Here's a recap of this week's investments.
16.08.2024
The French tech sector is fulfilling its long-held potential, and this is something that Europe’s venture capital investors should be excited about. For years, the narrative of European tech has focused on the UK and Germany.
14.08.2024
Pedja Predin's journey from war-torn Serbia to becoming a successful venture capitalist is a testament to his resilience and adaptability. Growing up during the civil wars of the 1990s, he found solace in water polo, which not only kept him active but also instilled vital leadership skills. This foundation helped him navigate the challenges of moving to the United States and building a career in finance and technology.
12.08.2024
Every week, Maddyness brings you the latest investment news from the UK startup ecosystem. Here's a recap of this week's investments.
09.08.2024
You have the idea, skill, and spirit — now all you need is the funding. New businesses can only grow when they have adequate financial support, but where you acquire money for your new venture could determine whether your company survives and thrives or whether it dies a swift and painful death.
08.08.2024
If you’re a founder and you grew up and built a business in a volatile environment, it means you’ve played the game in ‘difficult mode’, and didn’t get extra points for jumping higher hurdles to arrive at the same place as ‘easy mode’ players. But the good news is you’ve earned resilience and resourcefulness along the way, and it is one of the most sought after traits in a founder.
05.08.2024