London Co-Investment Fund

The London Co-Investment Fund (LCIF), established in 2014, is a venture capital initiative aimed at enhancing funding opportunities for London-based technology startups. Launched by the Deputy Mayor of London, LCIF's primary objective is to facilitate significant investments for tech companies that are already capable of attracting funding, thereby providing them with the necessary resources to validate their business models. The fund collaborates with six co-investment partners recognized for their strong track records in supporting early-stage tech ventures. While LCIF focuses on various sectors, including artificial intelligence, fintech, and cleantech, it is currently not making new investments. This strategic approach aims to strengthen the London tech ecosystem, enabling startups to secure subsequent funding rounds and contribute to the city's reputation as a hub for innovation.

Puneet Raj Bhatia

Fund Manager

120 past transactions

VoltShare

Pre Seed Round in 2024
VoltShare is a network of domestic and commercial EV charge points that is revolutionizing the charging and driving experience for electric vehicles. Owners can provide essential charging services to their neighbors and the surrounding community by sharing their driveways and idle charge points. They develop simple-to-implement, valuable, and cost-effective charging infrastructure solutions for destination businesses.

VoltShare

Pre Seed Round in 2023
VoltShare is a network of domestic and commercial EV charge points that is revolutionizing the charging and driving experience for electric vehicles. Owners can provide essential charging services to their neighbors and the surrounding community by sharing their driveways and idle charge points. They develop simple-to-implement, valuable, and cost-effective charging infrastructure solutions for destination businesses.

Phasecraft

Series A in 2023
Phasecraft is a UK-based company founded in 2018 that develops quantum software aimed at enhancing the practical application of quantum computing. The firm focuses on creating algorithms for quantum information processors, including intermediate-scale devices and quantum computers. By leveraging its expertise in quantum science and engineering, Phasecraft addresses significant industrial challenges, such as optimizing key processes and exploring new materials. The company's software supports clients in investigating innovative quantum materials and developing advanced technologies, including batteries and efficient solar cells. Through its work, Phasecraft aims to facilitate breakthrough scientific discoveries and enable entrepreneurs to tackle pressing global issues more effectively.

Kubos Semiconductors

Angel Round in 2022
Kubos Semiconductors Ltd, established in 2017 and based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, specializes in the development and commercialization of cubic gallium nitride (GaN) technology for the LED manufacturing industry. The company focuses on producing high-efficiency, low-cost semiconductors that enable the creation of green light-emitting diode stacks. By utilizing exclusive licenses for cubic growth and silicon substrates, Kubos Semiconductors aims to enhance energy savings for its clients while reducing production costs. Its innovative approach positions the company as a key player in advancing LED technology through the application of its intellectual property.

Learnerbly

Series A in 2021
Learnerbly is a London-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in an online workplace learning platform. The platform is designed to facilitate the development of employees by curating tailored learning and development opportunities that foster professional growth. It enables organizations to create company-specific playlists for knowledge sharing, upload internal content, and organize events, thereby empowering employees to take ownership of their development. Learnerbly connects users to a variety of curated content and opportunities, including internships and entry-level jobs, allowing them to gain practical experience in entrepreneurial environments. The platform is utilized by progressive businesses to enhance their learning initiatives and support employees in applying their skills effectively.

Vivacity Labs

Series A in 2021
Vivacity Labs Ltd. specializes in providing hyper-local data solutions for smart cities and intelligent transport systems. Founded in 2015 and based in London, the company offers a range of services that include car parking and bus occupancy sensing, traffic monitoring, and insights into rail management through predictive analytics. To enhance urban transport management, Vivacity is deploying thousands of sensors across the UK, including in Milton Keynes, which is being developed as the country's first transport-focused smart city. These sensors leverage machine learning and artificial intelligence to analyze video feeds and generate valuable data on traffic patterns, cyclist movements, and more. Vivacity's advanced predictive algorithms aim to improve road safety and reduce congestion by providing transport managers with unprecedented insights into future transport scenarios.

Duel

Seed Round in 2020
The Duel Brand Advocacy Platform enables brands to mobilize and manage entire communities of social affiliates, content creators and micro-influencers to acquire customers and drive revenue at scale. It also measures the true ROI of advocacy and its impact on Social Commerce, in comparison to ads. Committed to working with brands that put people and the planet over profit, Duel is Bcorp Certified and breaks a brand’s reliance on digital advertising through its Social Affiliate and Brand Ambassador programs. Founded by world-record breaking adventurer and former brand ambassador, Paul Archer, and viral games developer, Panagiotis Tsarouchis, the Duel team is made up of psychologists, brand experts and community builders from companies including Amazon and Lululemon. The platform is used by brands such as Charlotte Tilbury, Monica Vinader, Mint Velvet, NEOM Organics, ELEMIS and more, with the team having consulted with hundreds of other brands.

Beem

Seed Round in 2020
Beem provides key infrastructure for the future of spatial telepresence in the Metaverse. From feeling the close presence of a far-away loved one, or the intensity of a live performance in your space, Beem finally brings back immediacy and intimacy to digital communication. Anywhere, Together.

Zamna

Seed Round in 2019
Zamna is an award-winning VC-backed software company building GDPR compliant identity platforms for the aviation industry. Zamna empowers airlines to verify a passenger’s identity prior to arriving at an airport thus positively impacting both passenger experience and security and facilitation. Recognised by airlines, technology experts and investors as playing an integral part in the future of identity management within airlines, Zamna addresses the conflicting challenges posed by ever increasing numbers of airline passengers (estimated as 4.4 billion in 2018), growing privacy regulations, demand for better customer experience and increased security.

Cognism

Series B in 2019
Cognism is a sales intelligence platform that offers an end-to-end solution for sales organizations to enhance their prospecting efficiency. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in London, the company utilizes artificial intelligence and machine learning to enrich customer relationship management (CRM) records, identify trends, and streamline lead generation. Cognism’s platform provides B2B sales teams with a comprehensive blend of real-time data on companies, individuals, and industry events, enabling them to identify and engage potential opportunities more effectively. The service integrates seamlessly with major CRM and email systems, allowing clients to manage their databases and access high-quality, real-time sales data. With additional offices in the USA, Macedonia, and Croatia, Cognism is focused on helping businesses grow and scale their sales processes through innovative technology.

Stuffstr

Seed Round in 2019
Stuffstr Ltd is a technology company based in London, United Kingdom, founded in 2014. As a public benefit corporation, it focuses on reducing waste through the reuse of unused items. The company has developed a mobile application that facilitates the buyback of used products in partnership with retailers, allowing users to capture value from their items regardless of their condition. Stuffstr's mission is to transform consumer habits and perceptions around purchasing, promoting a more sustainable approach to consumption while enabling communities to profit from the resale of their unused belongings.

Astroscreen

Seed Round in 2019
Astroscreen Ltd is a London-based company that specializes in developing a software as a service (SaaS) platform aimed at detecting astroturfing campaigns, which involve deceptive social media manipulation. Founded in 2018, the platform employs advanced machine learning techniques and human intelligence to identify fake accounts, botnets, and spam across social networks. By leveraging social media bot data, Astroscreen provides disinformation analysts with the tools needed to verify social media influence engagement and cleanse data streams. This enables organizations to combat marketing fraud, safeguard their brands, and obtain reliable insights into social media analytics.

ORB Innovations

Pre Seed Round in 2019
ORB Innovations is a deep tech digital health platform focused on delivering high-quality biometric data and insights to enhance users' health and well-being. The company has developed a smart mouthguard device that monitors head movements to prevent misdiagnosed injuries in sports. This innovative device employs wearable technology, including accelerometers, gyroscopes, and magnetometers, to track the forces experienced by athletes. By providing detailed reports on these metrics, ORB Innovations enables athletes to monitor their health, prevent injuries, and optimize their recovery processes. Through its products, the company aims to empower users to lead healthier and happier lives.

Aibuild

Seed Round in 2019
Ai Build Limited is a London-based company specializing in artificial intelligence and robotic technologies for large-scale additive manufacturing. Established in 2015, the firm provides a comprehensive solution that includes cloud-based software, robotic extruders, and specialized enclosures to facilitate autonomous 3D printing of large products. Their technology allows factories to produce complex parts and structures using recycled materials, enhancing efficiency while minimizing waste and costs. Ai Build supports various industries, including aerospace, automotive, marine, construction, and energy, by offering continuous infrastructure and technical support throughout the subscription period. The company's mission is to transform manufacturing into a more sustainable and accessible process, empowering the factories of the future with innovative solutions for on-demand production.

BeRightBack

Seed Round in 2019
BeRightBack is a pioneering travel subscription company that offers tailored trips to over 75 European destinations for a fixed monthly fee. Often referred to as the "Netflix of Travel," it aims to simplify the travel planning process by using machine learning and artificial intelligence to match travelers with the most suitable travel packages. This subscription-based model not only provides flights and accommodations but also eliminates the common hassles associated with travel planning, allowing users to focus on enjoying their trips. By providing a comprehensive platform for personalized travel experiences, BeRightBack is redefining convenience in the travel industry.

Kagenova

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Kagenova Ltd specializes in developing technologies for interactive realism aimed at enhancing virtual and mixed reality experiences. Founded in 2017 and based in Gomshall, United Kingdom, the company focuses on creating solutions that allow users to experience six degrees of freedom in 360° virtual reality environments. Kagenova's platform integrates essential technologies designed to improve user presence and mitigate cyber motion sickness, which are significant barriers to user adoption in virtual reality systems. By addressing these critical technical challenges, Kagenova aims to facilitate broader acceptance and utilization of immersive technologies.

Scout

Convertible Note in 2019
Context Scout aims to revolutionise the way every person uses the web. We're building the next generation in web assistance technology - a content-aware browser that doesn’t just show you webpages, but one that reads and comprehends the content, understands what you are trying to do online (making sense of tasks across multiple tabs), and helps you get it done. The world's first web browser chatbot - Your digital assistant for getting anything done online ** Under Development ** Soon we will be able to assist you with: * Online Shopping Scout will find alternative prices, discounts, reviews and summarise your shopping in time for your purchase decision. * Event Planning Scout will check your calendar to see if you're available and plan out your route to the event. * And everything else Need to know how many calories are in the recipe you're looking at? Need the perfect gif for your tweet? Want to find out what people are saying on social m

Waymark Tech

Seed Round in 2019
Waymark Tech Ltd is a London-based company that specializes in developing an artificial intelligence-driven cloud platform tailored for legal and compliance teams. Founded in 2016, the company focuses on automating the monitoring, identification, and analysis of regulatory requirements. Its platform employs machine learning and AI technologies to process vast, unstructured text datasets, uncovering patterns and connections that are often too complex for manual analysis. By offering capabilities such as compliance recommendations and conflict flagging between incoming regulations, Waymark Tech enables professional services firms, government agencies, and financial institutions to gain better control over their regulatory intelligence and change management processes. This innovative approach allows clients to streamline their compliance efforts and reduce associated costs.

eola

Seed Round in 2019
Eola Ltd operates a platform that facilitates the discovery and booking of adventure sports in the United Kingdom. Founded in 2017 and based in London, the company has developed an online management system tailored for experience providers. This platform streamlines various administrative processes, including bookings, payments, instructor and equipment allocation, and waivers. By automating these tasks, Eola allows businesses to save time and focus on enhancing the quality of the experiences they offer, ultimately driving revenue growth for their partners.

Swytch

Seed Round in 2019
Swytch Technology Ltd is an electric transport design and engineering company responsible for the recently launched Swytch eBike conversion kit that can convert ANY bike into an eBike (electric bike). The people behind Swytch Technology are a mix of engineers, designers, and marketing professionals with a combined vision to change the face of transport through innovation.

KIT-AR

Pre Seed Round in 2019
KIT-AR Ltd is a company based in London, United Kingdom, that specializes in designing and developing integrated industrial augmented reality systems aimed at enhancing manufacturing productivity across various industries, including automotive, aerospace, and electronics. Founded in 2018, KIT-AR focuses on providing solutions that help reduce production errors and improve quality assurance on the shop floor. The company's offerings include KIT-ASSIST, which delivers specialist knowledge through a heads-up display; KIT-SMART, a set of intelligent modules that monitor the working environment and worker activity; KIT-BUILD, which manages work instructions; and KIT-INSIGHT, which provides insights into productivity and efficiency. By connecting and empowering shop floor employees with timely information and automated quality checks, KIT-AR enables manufacturers to minimize unplanned downtime and achieve higher accuracy in their operations.

Cognism

Series A in 2018
Cognism is a sales intelligence platform that offers an end-to-end solution for sales organizations to enhance their prospecting efficiency. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in London, the company utilizes artificial intelligence and machine learning to enrich customer relationship management (CRM) records, identify trends, and streamline lead generation. Cognism’s platform provides B2B sales teams with a comprehensive blend of real-time data on companies, individuals, and industry events, enabling them to identify and engage potential opportunities more effectively. The service integrates seamlessly with major CRM and email systems, allowing clients to manage their databases and access high-quality, real-time sales data. With additional offices in the USA, Macedonia, and Croatia, Cognism is focused on helping businesses grow and scale their sales processes through innovative technology.

Fenton & Co

Seed Round in 2018
Fenton & Co. is a London-based jewellery company specializing in the development of customized engagement and occasion rings. Founded in 2018, the company offers a range of styles, including solitaire, garland, halo, trilogy, and vintage, using high-quality precious gemstones. Fenton & Co. operates an online luxury boutique that provides customers with a detailed ordering platform, allowing them to select various options regarding style, type, cut, and quality of both stones and metals. This approach ensures transparency in pricing, enabling customers to make informed purchasing decisions for fine jewelry.

hackajob

Series A in 2018
Hackajob LTD. is an online marketplace based in London that connects technical candidates with direct employers through a unique recruitment platform. Founded in 2014, it enables candidates to showcase their skills by completing job-specific challenges, thereby demonstrating their proficiency to potential employers. The platform caters to both active and passive job seekers, allowing companies to engage with a broader talent pool. Hackajob offers tools for employers to create compelling employer brands, conduct online assessments, and hold remote interviews, while also providing insights into diversity and inclusion metrics. By focusing on a candidate-centric approach, Hackajob not only assists tech professionals in finding job opportunities but also fosters skill development and community engagement within the tech industry.

Parla

Seed Round in 2018
Parla is a digital platform focused on enhancing women's reproductive health by providing accessible and personalized support. It allows women to purchase at-home fertility blood tests, enabling them to monitor their reproductive health conveniently from home. In addition to testing, Parla offers a wealth of educational resources and connects users with reproductive health experts and wellness practitioners. The platform also fosters a supportive community where mothers-to-be can engage with peers who have faced similar fertility challenges, promoting a proactive and holistic approach to reproductive health.

Wagestream

Corporate Round in 2018
Wagestream Ltd., established in 2018 and based in London, United Kingdom, offers a financial services application that empowers employees to access their earned wages on demand. This platform enables users to control their payment timing, effectively alleviating the need for advances or loans and reducing financial stress associated with unexpected expenses. Wagestream aims to combat the poverty premium and help employees avoid debt cycles linked to high-interest credit and overdraft fees. The application includes various financial tools designed to improve workplace financial well-being, allowing employees to budget, set savings goals, and manage their financial resources effectively. The company is backed by several investors, including QED, Fair by Design, London Co-Investment Fund, and Village Global.

Mobilus Labs

Seed Round in 2018
Mobilus Labs Limited specializes in developing wearable voice communication devices and a comprehensive software platform designed for seamless voice transmission in various environments. The company's product lineup includes the mobiWAN, a device tailored for harsh and noisy settings, the MobiWan_TR, which utilizes bone conduction technology for audio reception via micro-vibrations on the head, and the mobiTWO, a hybrid communication device that merges VOIP and walkie-talkie functionalities. Mobilus Labs also provides a cloud-based voice platform for efficient voice and data management. Founded in 2017 and based in London, the company was previously known as Noto Technologies Limited until its rebranding in March 2020. With a focus on integrating artificial intelligence-driven voice bots and voice recognition algorithms, Mobilus Labs aims to enhance communication across teams of any size and range, particularly in industrial sectors.

Hazy

Seed Round in 2018
Hazy Limited is a London-based company specializing in automatic data anonymization using artificial intelligence. Founded in 2017, Hazy has developed a platform that allows businesses to share and utilize data securely while ensuring compliance with privacy regulations. The platform intelligently anonymizes personally identifiable information, enabling organizations to access and share valuable datasets without compromising individual privacy. By facilitating the safe movement and use of data, Hazy aims to empower businesses to make informed decisions, innovate technologies, and enhance customer value. The company's approach ensures that data can be shared freely, utilized effectively, and trusted by users, addressing the growing demand for privacy and regulatory compliance in data handling.

Superscript

Seed Round in 2018
Superscript is a digital insurance broker that caters to a diverse range of businesses, from startups to established companies. It operates a self-serve online platform that allows small and medium-sized enterprises to buy and manage their insurance quickly and efficiently. By utilizing a price comparison tool and offering a flexible monthly subscription model, Superscript streamlines the process of generating quotes and setting up coverage in just a matter of minutes. The company is notable for being the first UK-based InsurTech to become a Lloyd's of London broker, and its tech-specialist brokerage team provides tailored insurance solutions for high-growth and innovative businesses facing complex risks.

SkinNinja

Seed Round in 2018
SkinNinja matches world leading expert evidence (including The International Agency for Research on Cancer and The World Allergy Organisation), to over 200k ingredients, across 800k products.

Homeshift

Seed Round in 2018
Homeshift builds a simple online dashboard that lets users see their existing services. They design homes and services from scratch. They provide services in internet, energy, water, and council.

Black Insurance

Seed Round in 2018
Black Insurance is an innovative insurance platform that leverages blockchain technology to streamline the insurance industry. By connecting local managing general agents (MGAs), brokers, and agents directly with capital, Black removes traditional insurance companies from the value chain. This model allows local agents to design, price, and sell insurance products tailored to their markets while handling claims efficiently. The use of blockchain not only minimizes expenses and delays associated with conventional insurance processes but also enhances scalability by decentralizing business decisions, bringing them closer to the end customers. Black Insurance aims to transform the insurance landscape by offering a more agile and responsive alternative to traditional methods.

MeVitae

Venture Round in 2018
Building the Workforce of Tomorrow, Today. We help you understand your current workforce and leverage data-driven technology to attract, screen and retain top talent; ensuring that you build diverse and productive teams in the fairest way possible. Everything we do plugs seamlessly into your ATS and CRM, do you don't need to change your processes.

BECOCO

Seed Round in 2018
BECOCO Ltd is a London-based company that has developed a fashion styling platform designed to enhance the online shopping experience by providing personalized clothing recommendations based on individual body shapes and skin tones. Founded in 2016, BECOCO aims to reduce the high rates of online clothing returns by ensuring that customers receive suggestions that truly suit their unique profiles. The platform utilizes advanced AI technology combined with fashion styling expertise to create a robust recommendation engine for clients. Retailers can personalize their product displays, offer visually similar alternatives for out-of-stock items, and adjust recommendations based on changing customer preferences. BECOCO's solutions not only improve customer engagement but also enhance retailers' ability to tailor their offerings, ultimately facilitating a more efficient shopping experience.

Reality Zero One

Seed Round in 2018
Reality Zero One Ltd is a technology company that specializes in developing a platform for capturing and replicating 3D objects for virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) applications. Founded in 2015 and based in London, the company aims to streamline the process of digitizing real-world objects for use in digital environments. Their platform offers a range of services, including scanning, capturing, and uploading objects, as well as cloud replication and simulation delivery. A significant aspect of their operations is the Clone One Pro, a 3D capture system designed to facilitate the efficient transfer of physical objects into digital formats. Reality Zero One's technology integrates hardware, software, and cloud computing infrastructure to enable media producers to create and publish ultra-realistic, multi-dimensional objects in real-time, eliminating the need for extensive training or post-processing.

Tapoly on demand insurance

Seed Round in 2018
Tapoly “Insurance on Tap” offers on-demand insurance for freelancers, contractors and SMEs. It provides on demand insurance for freelancers, sole traders, contractors, home letters, equipment lenders and anyone else who is part of the sharing or gig economy. It insures their lifestyle so they don’t have to worry and have more time to focus on doing what they love.

Hazy

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Hazy Limited is a London-based company specializing in automatic data anonymization using artificial intelligence. Founded in 2017, Hazy has developed a platform that allows businesses to share and utilize data securely while ensuring compliance with privacy regulations. The platform intelligently anonymizes personally identifiable information, enabling organizations to access and share valuable datasets without compromising individual privacy. By facilitating the safe movement and use of data, Hazy aims to empower businesses to make informed decisions, innovate technologies, and enhance customer value. The company's approach ensures that data can be shared freely, utilized effectively, and trusted by users, addressing the growing demand for privacy and regulatory compliance in data handling.

Snaptrip Group

Series A in 2018
SnapTrip is a UK-based online platform that specializes in last-minute holiday cottage bookings. Founded in 2014 and located in London, it serves as a marketplace for consumers to discover and book short-term rental properties, including cottages, lodges, and flats. The company offers significant discounts, often up to 50%, on last-minute bookings, making it easier for customers to find affordable holiday options. SnapTrip is committed to providing a diverse range of professionally managed properties, catering to various needs, from romantic getaways to family vacations and group retreats. Its user-friendly platform allows customers to search, compare, and book accommodations conveniently, ensuring an efficient and enjoyable process for planning spontaneous trips across the UK.

HayBeeSee

Pre Seed Round in 2018
HayBeeSee is introducing fundamental change to "agronomy" and farming best-practice utilising state-of-the-art robotics and AI. We are creating a novel robotics platform allowing large daily coverage as well as close proximity sensing and interaction for farmers. The world of agri-tech is fast moving towards precision agriculture & robotics, yet farmers today lack access to any real products that deliver quality data or impact on their farm at all. Meet the CropHopper®, world’s first robot designed for fast and efficient jumping across fields to scan crops, identify weeds (single leaf), aphids & other bugs, early signs of disease, tiller-count, plant count, grain-counts per head as well as to carry out mechanical weeding and spot spraying. Lightweight, jumping all season, even in growing crops. An integrated, full-season management strategy.

Shoppar

Seed Round in 2017
Shoppar LTD, founded in 2016 and based in Brentwood, United Kingdom, specializes in developing a behavior and facial analytics application for the Android platform. This application transforms digital screens into effective marketing and data capture tools by analyzing customers based on various metrics, including age, gender, mood, attention, and interest. The platform utilizes artificial intelligence and computer vision to provide retailers and brands with actionable insights through user-friendly online dashboards. This capability allows businesses to gather real-time customer data, enhancing their marketing strategies and operational decisions.

Ably Realtime

Funding Round in 2017
Ably is the definitive realtime experience platform. We power more WebSocket connections than any other pub/sub platform, serving over a billion devices monthly. Businesses like HubSpot, NASCAR and Webflow trust us to power their critical applications - reliably, securely and at serious scale. Ably’s products place composable realtime in the hands of developers. Simple APIs and SDKs for every tech stack, enable the creation of a host of live experiences - including chat, collaboration, notifications, broadcast and fan engagement. All powered by our scalable infrastructure.

SentiSum

Seed Round in 2017
SentiSum is an artificial intelligence-powered platform focused on enhancing customer experience by providing actionable insights derived from customer feedback across multiple channels, such as support tickets, emails, voice calls, and surveys. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, with an additional office in London, SentiSum employs advanced natural language processing and generative AI to analyze extensive data sets, enabling businesses to understand customer sentiment and needs effectively. The platform's user-friendly interface and robust data integration capabilities allow sales, customer experience, and product teams to make informed, data-driven decisions that foster customer loyalty and improve retention. With the ability to support over 100 languages and offer customizable solutions, SentiSum serves a diverse range of industries, empowering organizations worldwide to adopt a more customer-centric approach.

BunkerEx

Seed Round in 2017
BunkerEx operates an online marketplace that revolutionizes how shipping companies procure fuel for the global merchant fleet, a market valued at $200 billion. The company's platform provides traditional bunker broking and trading services at competitive rates, displaying real-time offers from suppliers. Additionally, it offers essential market information and data analysis at no cost, thereby enabling enterprises to make informed purchasing decisions while streamlining the bunker procurement process. BunkerEx aims to simplify and enhance the efficiency of fuel buying in the shipping industry through innovative technology.

Curve

Series A in 2017
Curve is a digital wallet that consolidates multiple payment cards and accounts into a single, user-friendly platform, enhancing the way individuals manage their finances. Established in London in 2015, Curve allows users to store their cards digitally while providing features that actively save money during transactions. Its technology eliminates hidden foreign transaction fees, enables card switching even after a purchase, and allows users to earn rewards in addition to their existing card benefits. With authorization from financial regulators in the UK, EEA, and US, Curve has gained over 6 million customers worldwide and processes significant annual payment volumes. By merging traditional and digital banking functionalities, Curve positions itself as a leader in financial innovation, offering unique advantages that distinguish it from conventional digital wallets.

Bonivo

Venture Round in 2017
Bonivo is a strategy advisory firm that offers its services for blue chip companies. Bonivo was founded by Christian Lagerling in 2013. It is based in San Francisco, California.

Thriva

Seed Round in 2017
Thriva Limited is a London-based company that specializes in at-home diagnostic kits for personalized health monitoring. Founded in 2015, Thriva manufactures blood analyzers and testing kits, which include lancets for finger-pricking, collection tubes, and prepaid envelopes for returning samples. The kits test various health indicators such as liver function, cholesterol, Vitamin D, Vitamin B12, thyroid, iron levels, and testosterone levels. Thriva operates an online subscription platform that allows users to analyze, compare, and monitor their health regularly. Test results are processed by a partner laboratory and reviewed by an in-house doctor. In addition to providing results, Thriva offers guidance to users on areas for improvement in their health.

WealthKernel

Seed Round in 2017
"WealthKernel is the Amazon Web Services of savings, investment and pension infrastructure, for business using the platform it is like plugging into the central power grid instead of producing their own power."

Forensic Alpha

Seed Round in 2017
Forensic Alpha is a forensic investment research platform that specializes in analyzing financial statements and governance disclosures. The platform employs machine intelligence and advanced analytical techniques to produce comprehensive forensic reports. These reports provide differentiated and actionable investment theses, allowing analysts and portfolio managers to uncover critical red flags that may be concealed within financial data. By identifying mispriced equities through thorough analysis, Forensic Alpha aims to enhance the decision-making process for investors.

Vivacity Labs

Grant in 2017
Vivacity Labs Ltd. specializes in providing hyper-local data solutions for smart cities and intelligent transport systems. Founded in 2015 and based in London, the company offers a range of services that include car parking and bus occupancy sensing, traffic monitoring, and insights into rail management through predictive analytics. To enhance urban transport management, Vivacity is deploying thousands of sensors across the UK, including in Milton Keynes, which is being developed as the country's first transport-focused smart city. These sensors leverage machine learning and artificial intelligence to analyze video feeds and generate valuable data on traffic patterns, cyclist movements, and more. Vivacity's advanced predictive algorithms aim to improve road safety and reduce congestion by providing transport managers with unprecedented insights into future transport scenarios.

DynamX Medical

Seed Round in 2017
DynamX Medical specializes in developing an innovative precancer screening system designed for rapid tissue biopsy analysis. This system is user-friendly and can be operated at the point of care by nurses, enhancing accessibility in clinical settings. The company's medical software aims to streamline the disease diagnosis process by increasing the speed and reliability of detection. This technology not only improves diagnostic efficiency but also helps healthcare institutions alleviate the strain on their resources. Through its advancements, DynamX Medical seeks to make significant contributions to early disease detection and patient care.

Clustermarket

Angel Round in 2017
Clustermarket LTD. operates an online platform that streamlines resource sharing for research in the life sciences sector. Established in 2015 and based in London, the company facilitates access to a wide range of resources, including equipment, software, services, and lab space. By allowing scientists to list, discover, and book these resources, Clustermarket supports various institutions, from small startups to large universities. The platform serves as a comprehensive lab management solution, enabling users to create personal accounts, post requirements, and connect with service providers, thereby democratizing access to expensive research tools and services. Ultimately, Clustermarket aims to accelerate the journey from innovative ideas to market-ready solutions in the life sciences industry.

Bloomsbury AI

Seed Round in 2017
Bloomsbury AI offers web services that enables individuals to create, use, and share text-understanding computer applications. The company aims to help their customers to automate their expertise by a written dialog with computers. Bloomsbury AI was launched by Guillaume Bouchard, Tim Rocktäschel, Matko Bosnjak, Sameer Singh, Luis Ulloa, and Sebastian Riedel in April 2015 and is based in London, England.

LiveSmart

Seed Round in 2017
LiveSmart provides health assessments and reacted quickly to the new situation. The team sourced and supplied antibody tests via their well-established platform; supporting both small businesses and large corporate clients.

Advizzo

Seed Round in 2017
We want to use behavioural science to enrich people’s lives, using insights from their own household data. This will change the way people think about water, gas and electricity across the world, preserving natural resources.

Zamna

Seed Round in 2017
Zamna is an award-winning VC-backed software company building GDPR compliant identity platforms for the aviation industry. Zamna empowers airlines to verify a passenger’s identity prior to arriving at an airport thus positively impacting both passenger experience and security and facilitation. Recognised by airlines, technology experts and investors as playing an integral part in the future of identity management within airlines, Zamna addresses the conflicting challenges posed by ever increasing numbers of airline passengers (estimated as 4.4 billion in 2018), growing privacy regulations, demand for better customer experience and increased security.

Jupiter Diagnostics

Venture Round in 2017
Jupiter Diagnostics offers a faster, cheaper way to obtain accurate blood tests. Our patent- protected reader can replace the lab, delivering multiple tests in 10 minutes, from a prick of blood, at prices a third cheaper.

True AI

Grant in 2017
True AI is a London-based artificial intelligence company currently developing TypeGenie. TypeGenie aims to improve customer experience and save service agent time. The algorithm behind it learns to reply to conversations, making customer service semi-automatic. It is the result of years of research, building on top of cutting-edge learning breakthroughs.

Cognism

Seed Round in 2017
Cognism is a sales intelligence platform that offers an end-to-end solution for sales organizations to enhance their prospecting efficiency. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in London, the company utilizes artificial intelligence and machine learning to enrich customer relationship management (CRM) records, identify trends, and streamline lead generation. Cognism’s platform provides B2B sales teams with a comprehensive blend of real-time data on companies, individuals, and industry events, enabling them to identify and engage potential opportunities more effectively. The service integrates seamlessly with major CRM and email systems, allowing clients to manage their databases and access high-quality, real-time sales data. With additional offices in the USA, Macedonia, and Croatia, Cognism is focused on helping businesses grow and scale their sales processes through innovative technology.

Memgraph

Seed Round in 2017
Memgraph Ltd, founded in 2016 and based in London, United Kingdom, specializes in high-performance graph database and analytics solutions. The company offers an in-memory graph database designed for real-time applications, facilitating risk assessment, network data exploration, and supply chain logistics. Memgraph's platform enables organizations to effectively analyze interconnected data, uncover patterns, and derive actionable insights to support informed decision-making. Its cloud-hosted database-as-a-service technology ensures rapid data processing and high concurrency, catering to the needs of enterprises in a data-driven economy. Additionally, Memgraph has cultivated a vibrant open-source community of over 150,000 developers worldwide, fostering collaboration and innovation in real-time analytics and data-driven applications.

myrecovery

Venture Round in 2016
myrecovery is your digital companion when undergoing orthopaedic surgery. They help you plan your recovery in the most simple and straightforward way so you can get back to doing what matters most. myrecovery is a trading name of Future Health Works Ltd.

Houst

Seed Round in 2016
Houst, formerly known as Airsorted, is a short-let host management service founded in 2015 and based in London, U.K. The company provides a comprehensive platform that simplifies the process of listing properties for short-term rentals. Its services include automated property management, pricing optimization, and marketing, along with essential tasks such as cleaning, laundry, and key handling. By streamlining these aspects, Houst aims to enhance rental yields for homeowners while ensuring a hassle-free experience for both hosts and guests. The company is focused on creating a global platform to facilitate easy home-sharing for everyone.

Glisser

Seed Round in 2016
Glisser Ltd. is a London-based technology company founded in 2014, specializing in web and mobile software solutions for presentations. The platform transforms traditional PowerPoint presentations into interactive formats that engage audiences through their mobile devices. Glisser's tools are designed for virtual and hybrid events, enabling organizers to create dynamic experiences that foster high participation. With features such as slide sharing, audience response systems, and real-time analytics, the platform allows speakers in various sectors, including business and education, to effectively engage their audiences and measure event success. Notable clients include KPMG, Pfizer, Informa, Facebook, and Uber, reflecting the platform's capability to support events of any size, from intimate training sessions to large-scale conferences with thousands of participants.

Driftrock

Venture Round in 2016
Driftrock is a company that specializes in helping brands effectively reach their target audiences through social media advertising. By leveraging data from various online sources, Driftrock's platform enables businesses, particularly in the automotive sector, to deliver targeted advertisements to the right people at the right time. The company offers a suite of user-friendly tools designed to enhance multi-channel marketing efforts and improve lead generation, ensuring that brands can maximize their advertising return on investment. Driftrock's team, comprised of digital marketing experts and engineers, has developed solutions that address specific marketing challenges, allowing clients to benefit from immediate value without the steep learning curve typically associated with marketing software.

mOm Incubators

Seed Round in 2016
mOm is an inexpensive, electronically controlled, inflatable incubator constructed to decrease the number of premature child deaths. It offers the safest possible environment for a pre-term child to thrive in, whilst solving many of the problems of incubating premature children in refugee camps highlighted through James' first hand research.

ZeroHeight

Seed Round in 2016
ZeroHeight is a software company that specializes in a design documentation platform aimed at facilitating the creation of style guides and the reuse of design elements. Founded in 2015 and based in London, the company provides an easy-to-use system that enables users to develop up-to-date style guides that are synchronized with both design and code. This capability allows businesses to efficiently create sophisticated style guides, ensuring consistency and ease of access to common design components. Through its innovative platform, ZeroHeight supports organizations in maintaining cohesive design systems.

Live Better With

Seed Round in 2016
Live Better With Ltd. operates an online platform dedicated to providing healthcare products specifically for cancer patients. The platform features a wide range of items that address various symptoms and side effects associated with cancer treatment, including skincare solutions, nutritional supplements, and aids for daily living. Products are organized by specific needs, such as managing nausea, insomnia, or hair loss, making it simple for users to find relevant assistance. In addition to its product offerings, Live Better With provides valuable advice and recommendations to improve users' quality of life. Established in 2015 and based in London, the company aims to support the cancer community by enhancing day-to-day living for those affected by the disease.

City Pantry

Seed Round in 2016
City Pantry is an online marketplace where users can discover interesting food for next event. City Pantry is on a mission to rid the world of egg mayonnaise triangles, stale sandwiches and vol-au-vents by disrupting the (slightly boring) world of traditional corporate catering. Working with the best independent chefs, street vendors, specialist caterers, restaurants, and supper clubs in London, City Pantry makes it easy to cater office lunches, meetings, and events.

Pivigo

Venture Round in 2016
Data is and will continue to change our lives. It is generated by us, for us and around us. What will be your role in harnessing it and understanding its value? At Pivigo, we love data, and we are passionate about supporting and connecting people. We support our client organisations with access to the best and brightest freelance data scientists globally, to work on short term projects. We also run Europe's largest data science training programme S2DS - Science to Data Science. Over the past six years, we have completed over 170 projects with clients such as Royal Mail, AstraZeneca, British Gas, Barclays, M&S and PwC.

Vallie

Seed Round in 2016
Vallie Limited is a London-based company that specializes in on-demand valet parking services. Incorporated in 2015, Vallie's mobile application allows drivers to drop off their vehicles at any location in the city, where a professional valet collects and parks the car, thereby alleviating parking concerns and contributing to reduced road congestion. In addition to valet services, Vallie offers complementary services such as car washing, petrol refills, MOTs, electric vehicle assistance, and screen wash services. Through its innovative approach, Vallie aims to enhance the convenience of urban mobility for its customers.

Pronto Technology

Series A in 2016
Pronto Technology Limited, established in 2014 and based in Chesham, United Kingdom, offers a catering service through a mobile application. The platform enables users to order freshly prepared meals from a variety of chefs, allowing them to select their preferred dishes for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Pronto prioritizes the quality of the meals, ensuring that they are made from scratch without the use of frozen ingredients, reflecting a commitment to health and community well-being. Additionally, the application provides order tracking features for enhanced customer convenience.

hackajob

Seed Round in 2016
Hackajob LTD. is an online marketplace based in London that connects technical candidates with direct employers through a unique recruitment platform. Founded in 2014, it enables candidates to showcase their skills by completing job-specific challenges, thereby demonstrating their proficiency to potential employers. The platform caters to both active and passive job seekers, allowing companies to engage with a broader talent pool. Hackajob offers tools for employers to create compelling employer brands, conduct online assessments, and hold remote interviews, while also providing insights into diversity and inclusion metrics. By focusing on a candidate-centric approach, Hackajob not only assists tech professionals in finding job opportunities but also fosters skill development and community engagement within the tech industry.

Reposit

Seed Round in 2016
Goodbye, cash deposits. Say hello to Reposit, the smart alternative to cash deposits. Offer landlords more protection, let properties faster, and earn fully compliant commissions with Reposit. Reposit provides the leading tenancy deposit alternative in the UK.

BeeLine

Seed Round in 2016
BeeLine is a London-based company that specializes in the production of a handlebar-mounted navigation device designed for cyclists. This device connects to a mobile application available for both iPhone and Android, allowing users to input their final destination and customize their routes with multiple waypoints. The company emphasizes a user-friendly experience, encouraging cyclists to appreciate the journey rather than just focus on reaching their destination. In addition to navigation, the app offers features such as intelligent routing, tracking, social sharing, and integration with fitness platforms like Strava. BeeLine markets its products through an online store, making them accessible to a wide audience of cycling enthusiasts.

Craft.co

Seed Round in 2016
Craft is on a mission to create a more resilient global supply chain by creating the leading supplier intelligence platform that helps supply chain and procurement professionals discover, evaluate, and monitor suppliers. Our clients include Fortune 100 companies, government entities, and top military agencies.

Forensic Alpha

Seed Round in 2016
Forensic Alpha is a forensic investment research platform that specializes in analyzing financial statements and governance disclosures. The platform employs machine intelligence and advanced analytical techniques to produce comprehensive forensic reports. These reports provide differentiated and actionable investment theses, allowing analysts and portfolio managers to uncover critical red flags that may be concealed within financial data. By identifying mispriced equities through thorough analysis, Forensic Alpha aims to enhance the decision-making process for investors.

Banneya London

Angel Round in 2016
Banneya London is a curated platform for exclusive collaborations, creating a new way to buy fine jewellery. They put customers at the centre of the creative journey by allowing them to customise designer pieces, which are then made to order in the UK. Banneya’s fusion of technology and craftsmanship enables them to create the most intricate pieces on demand.

Much Better Adventures

Seed Round in 2016
Much Better Adventures is an online travel company specializing in active outdoor adventure holidays. The platform facilitates the planning and organization of various activities, including skiing, cycling, and road biking, by linking travelers with recommended guides and hosts. It offers a range of exclusive, solo-friendly trips across the globe, catering to individuals seeking unique and engaging experiences. By connecting like-minded adventurers, Much Better Adventures enhances the travel experience, allowing users to enjoy their pursuits in a supportive and social environment.

Truly Experiences

Seed Round in 2016
Truly Experiences Ltd. is a London-based company that specializes in providing luxury gift experiences tailored for various occasions, including weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, and holidays such as Christmas and Valentine's Day. Established in 2012, the company offers a diverse range of gift categories, including drinks and tasting experiences, dining, spa and pampering services, tours, and travel. Additionally, Truly Experiences incorporates a bespoke concierge service to simplify the organization of events, ensuring a seamless experience for its customers.

Body Collective

Seed Round in 2016
Baby2Body is a digital platform focused on supporting women through various stages of their health journey, from fertility and pregnancy to postpartum recovery. The platform provides personalized wellness solutions by leveraging data-driven health profiles, which guide users in optimizing their fitness, nutrition, and emotional well-being. Baby2Body offers tailored coaching programs and nutrition guides specifically designed for women during pregnancy and motherhood. By connecting female health consumers with wellness experts and resources, the platform aims to empower women to take control of their health and well-being, ultimately contributing to better health outcomes and closing the gender health gap.

Flock

Seed Round in 2016
Flock is a digital insurance provider that focuses on commercial motor fleets, aiming to enhance safety through connected insurance solutions. By utilizing real-time data, Flock offers tailored insurance coverage for various vehicle types, including cars, vans, and trucks. This approach not only incentivizes safer driving practices but also allows fleet owners to access valuable insights to improve safety standards. The company has gained the trust of numerous clients, including well-known brands like Virtuo and Jaguar Land Rover's luxury leasing firm, The Out. Supported by prominent venture capital firms, Flock aspires to become a leader in the digital insurance market, particularly for connected and autonomous vehicles.

Cronofy

Seed Round in 2016
Cronofy Limited is a provider of a unified calendar API designed to integrate and manage activities across various calendar service providers, including Google Calendar, iCloud, Office 365, Exchange, and Outlook.com. Founded in 2011 and based in Nottingham, United Kingdom, the company offers a solution that facilitates appointment reminders, bookings, cancellations, CRM enhancements, mobile calendar synchronization, and team-wide scheduling. Cronofy focuses on delivering secure, real-time, two-way calendar connectivity for enterprises while prioritizing user privacy. Its platform aims to streamline time management for businesses and individuals, making it easier for them to organize their schedules effectively.

Snaptrip Group

Series A in 2016
SnapTrip is a UK-based online platform that specializes in last-minute holiday cottage bookings. Founded in 2014 and located in London, it serves as a marketplace for consumers to discover and book short-term rental properties, including cottages, lodges, and flats. The company offers significant discounts, often up to 50%, on last-minute bookings, making it easier for customers to find affordable holiday options. SnapTrip is committed to providing a diverse range of professionally managed properties, catering to various needs, from romantic getaways to family vacations and group retreats. Its user-friendly platform allows customers to search, compare, and book accommodations conveniently, ensuring an efficient and enjoyable process for planning spontaneous trips across the UK.

Miappi

Seed Round in 2016
Miappi is an AI-enabled SaaS platform that helps brands harness the power of consumer-generated content, a trusted form of marketing. The platform allows businesses to discover and manage authentic consumer stories, as well as control the digital rights of that content. By curating social media content at scale, Miappi enables brands to analyze and display user-generated content, facilitating deeper connections with their audiences. This approach not only enhances audience engagement but also provides an ongoing stream of valuable content, reducing the time and budget required for brands to create original marketing materials. Ultimately, Miappi supports brands in effectively distributing impactful media across various marketing channels and e-commerce platforms.

Gojimo

Seed Round in 2015
Gojimo, founded by George Burgess in 2009, is a mobile learning application aimed at aiding students in exam preparation. The platform offers study guides and quizzes from renowned educational publishers, including Oxford University Press and McGraw-Hill Education. Initially developed out of frustration with the lack of quality educational apps, Gojimo gained traction among students, prompting Burgess to leave university in 2013 to focus on the company full-time. The application not only provides resources for studying but also serves as an interactive platform for students and teachers to discuss assignments. Gojimo has attracted investment from notable European investors and was acquired by Telegraph Media Group in March 2017.

HomeHero

Seed Round in 2015
HomeHero is a digital home management platform that simplifies the management of household tasks and expenses. The company offers a cloud-based system that integrates mobile and IoT technologies to streamline various services. Users can manage utility bills, household chores, and home repairs all in one place, allowing for efficient handling of maintenance issues, booking cleaners, and managing administrative tasks such as receiving packages or granting access to contractors. By providing access to online experts for live chat support, HomeHero aims to save users both time and money with a comprehensive solution for home management.

Skin Analytics

Equity Crowdfunding in 2015
Skin Analytics specializes in developing digital solutions for monitoring skin health, with a primary focus on the early detection of skin cancer. Utilizing patent-pending algorithms and artificial intelligence, the company analyzes smartphone images of skin to track changes in moles and lesions. This technology aids in identifying both skin cancers and precancerous conditions, allowing patients and healthcare professionals to evaluate treatment options effectively. By creating a digital history of an individual's skin, Skin Analytics empowers users to take control of their skin health. The company aims to deliver a range of innovative skin health products over the next few years, catering to both consumer and clinical needs.

Curve

Seed Round in 2015
Curve is a digital wallet that consolidates multiple payment cards and accounts into a single, user-friendly platform, enhancing the way individuals manage their finances. Established in London in 2015, Curve allows users to store their cards digitally while providing features that actively save money during transactions. Its technology eliminates hidden foreign transaction fees, enables card switching even after a purchase, and allows users to earn rewards in addition to their existing card benefits. With authorization from financial regulators in the UK, EEA, and US, Curve has gained over 6 million customers worldwide and processes significant annual payment volumes. By merging traditional and digital banking functionalities, Curve positions itself as a leader in financial innovation, offering unique advantages that distinguish it from conventional digital wallets.

Endource

Venture Round in 2015
Endource Limited operates a curated e-commerce platform focused on female fashion, providing a convenient shopping experience for customers seeking editor-approved clothing and footwear. Founded in 2014 and based in London, the company features a diverse range of products, including sweaters, trousers, blouses, skirts, shorts, bikinis, jeans, playsuits, tops, shoes, handbags, and accessories. The platform showcases selections from various brands, such as Gucci, Maje, Topshop, and Sandro, allowing users to easily purchase items endorsed by fashion editors and bloggers. By aggregating products from multiple sources, Endource aims to simplify the shopping process for its customers.

BridgeU

Seed Round in 2015
BridgeU Limited operates a cloud-based platform that facilitates the university preparation process for students and advisors. Founded in 2013 and based in Sevenoaks, United Kingdom, BridgeU serves secondary schools in 120 countries, assisting students over a 24-36 month journey to explore career pathways and post-secondary opportunities. The platform supports applications to universities in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, the Netherlands, and Hong Kong. School advisors utilize BridgeU's services to enhance university and career guidance offerings, while universities benefit from connections with diverse schools and students. Additionally, BridgeU provides gamified tools powered by algorithms and machine learning to aid in university selection, research, brand building, and essay writing, thereby improving students’ decision-making in higher education. Through its comprehensive approach, BridgeU aims to bridge the gap between talent and opportunity in the global education landscape.

Lexoo

Seed Round in 2015
Lexoo is a marketplace where businesses and in-house legal teams can easily compare and hire talented and forward-thinking lawyers around the wolrd, all pre-screened and vetted by Lexoo. The lawyers are incentivised to compete for work and people can see hundreds of reviews from other businesses. The team of ex-lawyers does the vetting so users will only receive quotes from lawyers that are right for the job. The lawyers are typically former big firm lawyers who now work on a lower overhead basis. The Lexoo solution is easier, more cost-effective, and transparent. Lexoo was founded on 2014 by Daniel van Binsbergen and Chris O’Sullivan. It is headquartered in London.

acasa

Seed Round in 2015
acasa is a web, iOS and Android app helping the world’s growing population of young renters renters live better together. acasa allows you to set-up, manage, split and pay your bills. Founded in the Open Data Institute in 2014, acasa (originally Splittable) is backed by some of the leading technology investors Europe. The company is run by young property enthusiasts with a collective passion for improving the lives of householders. Find out more about the company at www.helloacasa.com

OnePulse

Seed Round in 2015
OnePulse is a digital platform that specializes in market research by providing real-time consumer insights in a cost-effective manner. The platform allows businesses to connect with consumers through a branded community or by tapping into the general OnePulse consumer base. For users, OnePulse offers a mobile app where they can easily respond to surveys, known as "Pulses," which consist of up to three questions. To enhance user engagement, OnePulse rewards participants financially and incorporates interactive gamification features within the app. This innovative approach has garnered attention from the tech industry, likening OnePulse to "the Twitter of consumer insight." By enabling rapid response times and high engagement levels, OnePulse helps businesses gain a deeper understanding of consumer preferences, ultimately facilitating confident decision-making and enhancing profitability.

Desktop Genetics

Venture Round in 2015
Desktop Genetics is an international biotechnology company to helps researchers discover and treat the root genetic causes of human disease. Desktop Genetics is a recognized leader in genome editing technology, staffed by a dedicated team of genome editing experts, bioinformaticians, and data scientists. The company's tools and technologies are used by organizations all over the world. It enables the work of their pharma, biotech, and academic customers working in drug discovery and functional genomics.
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