SFC Capital is a venture capital firm based in London, United Kingdom, that specializes in early-stage investments, particularly in pre-seed and seed-stage startups. Founded in 2012, it is recognized as one of the UK's most active seed investors, providing capital and support to promising British startups across various sectors, including software, technology, e-commerce, consumer products, and hospitality. SFC Capital operates a unique investment model that combines its Angel Network and Seed Funds, allowing investors to engage with SEIS- and EIS-qualifying businesses either directly or through managed diversified portfolios. The firm also received a £10 million allocation from Business Investments as part of the Regional Angels Programme to further its mission of supporting early-stage companies throughout the UK. As an Appointed Representative of SFC Capital Partners Ltd, it is authorized and regulated by the UK Financial Conduct Authority.
We are reality's application layer. We help companies make apps that are both digital and physical through NFC stickers and a 'low code' dashboard. Our flagship app is Stickyretail which reimagines the in-store+online retail experience, allowing consumers to check out in under 5 seconds through Apple Pay/Google Pay.
MedQ
Seed Round in 2023
MedQ is a smart platform that helps healthcare professionals complete assessments using a three-step process: Select-Send-Analyse. It is designed for clinics to transition from paper assessments to remote patient monitoring.
Developer of a speech analysis platform designed to prioritize and optimize customer support and feedback. The company's platform provides voice-based machine learning software that performs speech analysis of an emotional state, flags distress levels, as well as provides advanced speech and audio signal analytics, enabling clients to efficiently identify changes in customers' behavior.
Novai Ltd provides a patented biomarker with AI to identify cellular level disease activity. The company's biomarker helps to identify effective and non-effective drug candidates/treatments within weeks. Novai Ltd was founded in 2019 and is based in Reading, United Kingdom.
Developer of remote meeting management and compliance platform designed for automated document reviews identifying missing data or inconsistent information prompting instant alerts. The company's platform is an integrated virtual room that creates a seamless customer experience designed to accurately capture core data records at the source of negotiations using advanced data collection processes, enabling brokers and agents to maximize revenue and improve customer experience, efficiency and innovation.
Provider of personalized skin advice intended to make reliable and personal consultation accessible to everyone, everywhere. The company's team consists of dermatologists, formulation chemists, licensed aestheticians, data scientists, and machine learning engineers dedicated to building dermatologist-approved Artificial intelligence (AI) skin advisors, providing users with virtual consultations with licensed aestheticians who create personalized skincare plans based on skin goals, individual needs, preferences, budget, and lifestyle.
Zeed is looking to bring investing to a younger audience with a platform that hosts short-form video content alongside its more traditional stock trading service.
BirdsEyeView is a B2B2C London based InsurTech operating as a Managing General Agent. Climate change-induced natural disasters are increasing in both frequency and severity. By harnessing satellite imagery, big data, and advanced analytics, we look to revolutionise the global crop insurance market by providing our weather-risk protection.
Mayku Ltd is a London-based company established in 2015 that specializes in manufacturing devices for 3D printing and sculpting designs on various items, including chocolates, sheets, and jesmonites. The company offers a desktop vacuum stage printer that allows users to mold 3D shapes and structures, providing design enthusiasts and 3D artists with a versatile tool that simplifies the production of intricate objects. Mayku distributes its products through online platforms and reseller channels, catering to a diverse customer base interested in creative and functional design solutions.
Quin AI is a real-time digital customer analytics tool that helps e-commerce websites predict visitors’ behavior after only 3-clicks, and engage them in real-time. The tool is very simple to install (just a JavaScript plugin), and only uses in-session clickstream data (cookie-free & GDPR compliant) to make highly accurate predictions to support conversion for traffic that otherwise drops. Quin significantly increases engagement and incremental revenue on websites through native engagement tools and easy API integration to available tech-stacks which makes the product an ideal solution for e-commerce websites and ideal partner for companies providing services to retail and e-commerce businesses.
Lineat is a manufacturer specializing in fiber tape products, particularly focusing on carbon fiber tapes produced through aligned formable fiber technology. This innovative approach allows for the creation of aligned discontinuous fiber tapes that demonstrate mechanical performance comparable to traditional continuous fiber composites. By simplifying the composite manufacturing process, Lineat enhances formability and streamlines both manual and automated operations. Additionally, the company has implemented a closed-loop water circulation system aimed at improving lifecycle assessment (LCA), reflecting its commitment to sustainability in production practices.
Operator of ESG reporting and data management platform intended to reduce the cost of capital and compliance. The company's platform facilitates investment-grade ESG analytics and reporting via processing unstructured data combined with workflow tools and auto-populate reports, enabling companies to ensure data collection, disclosure, workflow optimization, and progress toward achieving social goals.
GoSolo is a digital financial toolkit designed for entrepreneurs to simplify the management of their businesses. It combines traditional banking functions with features such as invoicing, cash flow forecasting, reporting, and lending. The platform offers cloud-based account management and invoicing services, facilitating the formation of registered companies and streamlining financial management processes. By integrating digital banking, spending management, and card management, GoSolo enables small businesses to operate more efficiently, ultimately saving them time and money.
Sobi Analytics gives you access to all the information you need to make strategic business decisions. Our Analytics Engine gathers data from a range of sources, sorts it, analyzes it and formats it to produce Business Sector Metrics in real-time.
Atypical Cosmetics
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Atypical Cosmetics operates a skincare brand that provides customized personal care products. Atypical Cosmetics was founded in 2019 and was headquartered in Glasgow, United Kingdom.
Kapes
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Kapes collaborates with schools to produce school uniforms for students. Kapes was founded in 2020 and was headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Alchemy Machines is a B2B SaaS/deep tech company that uses cutting-edge Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Automatic Speech Recognition (ASR) to informatively transcribe, analyse and summarise corporate web and phone meetings. It utilises voice data to extract insights from client interactions in one feature-rich, GDPR-compliant and simple to use platform.
Neucruit is a government-backed venture that utilizes deep tech to build digital patient recruitment strategies to improve the lives of patients and clinical innovators. The London, England-based company was founded in 2019.
Nimble Babies Limited manufactures and markets cleaning products that cleans baby messes without the chemical nasties. The company’s products include Bottle & breast pump cleaning; which washes milk residues, cloudiness, and smelly odor from baby bottles and breast pumps, Toy & surface cleaning; provides solution for greasy sticky residues on toys, tables, and floors, and Clothes washing; which washes pee and food stains. It also retails its products through an online store. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Leamington Spa, United Kingdom.
A mobile app and web platform that makes it easier, cheaper and simpler for customers to make green investments Users can grow their money, and help fight climate change, global warming, and other environmental issues simultaneously
Condense Reality Ltd specializes in the development of a platform designed for capturing, distributing, and viewing 3D models in real time, specifically for mixed reality applications. Founded in 2019 and based in Bristol, United Kingdom, the company offers a range of products, including CR capture, a multi-camera volumetric capture software suite; CR stream, a cloud-based volumetric video processing and distribution service; and CR player, which enables volumetric playback for augmented and virtual reality. Condense primarily targets broadcasters and content creators, with a particular focus on the sports sector, facilitating enhanced real-time volumetric video recording and distribution.
PortF is a software platform designed to enhance investment management for small and medium-sized enterprises. It enables users to track potential deals, manage investor relationships, and create fundraising materials. By improving the flow of information between investors and investees, PortF aims to redefine transparency and efficiency in the investment process. The platform automatically integrates financial performance data through accounting systems, allowing users to monitor key performance indicators effectively. Additionally, it organizes investment-related documentation, including board papers, minutes, and legal agreements, streamlining access to essential information for stakeholders.
We provide unique sampling solutions for beauty brands to target customers through our online platform and our devices. We develop curated experiences to engage with customers, and through powerful recommendation tools, the most relevant product is suggested. The customer receives the sample and is invited to share their feedback, allowing brands to gain insights into the preferences of their customers.
3D Agriculture focuses on developing vertical farms to address food insecurity and climate change. By utilizing innovative three-dimensional farming techniques, the company aims to produce food with a significantly reduced environmental footprint. These vertical farms consume less water, land, and soil compared to traditional field farming, making agriculture more sustainable. This approach not only helps in enhancing food production but also provides farmers with access to cost-effective farming methods, ultimately contributing to a more resilient food system.
Vector Homes creates a new method for constructing homes and choosing the materials to use. Vector Homes recycles the materials and enhance them with nanotechnologies to create unique properties for superior construction materials.
Integrated point of sale and card payments solution for Independent Retailers- CardAlpha's ePOS App converts a small business owner's tablet or smartphone device into a powerful electronic cash register featuring a product catalogue with item description, prices, discounts, inventory tracking and digital receipts. The App is integrated with a card reader and tracks cash sales and processes card transactions directly from the cash register, making it a powerful accessory for day - to - day sales management.
OXFO
Pre Seed Round in 2021
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AgsenZe
Pre Seed Round in 2021
AgsenZe’s aims to be the world-leading ‘Internet of Things’ company for smart agriculture. The company is developing a range of agricultural smart wearables equipped with key sensors that cover all aspects (chemical, physical and biological) of livestock and arable production. This is underpinned by a cloud-based decision support system, co-developed with leading IoT companies in the UK (Cisco) and in China (T Cloud).
Olly’s
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Olly's is a snack creator that specializes in fresh and delicious olive snacks. They sell ready-to-cook snacks made from freshly marinated olives, as well as pretzel thins and seasoned nut mixes.
Operator of a freelance marketplace intended to connect entrepreneurs with skilled freelancers. The company offers an online platform for freelancers and businesses, making it easier to start a start-up and make money with digital skills with proper information, enabling skilled workers, students, and entrepreneurs to thrive in their digital projects, with buyer protection.
Rowm is an online platform that assists businesses in creating and managing efficient mobility operations. The company specializes in organizing essential elements such as vehicles, drivers, documents, and reports, which allows clients to effectively oversee their fleet's requirements. By providing a comprehensive set of tools, Rowm enables organizations to monitor performance, streamline operations, and make informed decisions regarding their fleet management. The platform aims to deliver a cost-effective and efficient solution for businesses to manage vehicle movement, ultimately allowing them to allocate their time and resources to other priorities.
Novai Ltd provides a patented biomarker with AI to identify cellular level disease activity. The company's biomarker helps to identify effective and non-effective drug candidates/treatments within weeks. Novai Ltd was founded in 2019 and is based in Reading, United Kingdom.
Qeepr is the first social memorialization platform, dedicated to preserving the lives of the departed with the aid of modern technology: the QR code. By placing a QR code on a gravestone, urn, or other monument, you will allow others to discover your loved one’s lifestory. Create a profile where friends and family can leave condolences, upload photos, like, share, comment, connect, and remember those who are dearly missed. Whether you would like to share these memories with the world, or with a few close relatives, Qeepr’s platform is secure, simple and flexible. Watch our Video to Learn More: https://vimeo.com/78109041
Upsurance operates a mid-market commercial insurance platform that enhances the speed and efficiency of insurance transactions. By utilizing a risk matching algorithm, the platform connects insurers with retail brokers, facilitating a streamlined process for browsing marketplace offerings and completing transactions. Upsurance's technology ensures a secure, auditable trail for all interactions, significantly improving the return on investment for insurers and providing brokers with unparalleled access to commercial insurance solutions.
Developer of reusable food packaging containers designed to revolutionize the urban food industry. The company's innovative technology and automation empower both customers and restaurants to shift toward reusable packaging by streamlining the processes of sourcing, returning, washing, and collecting, to make sustainability convenient and accessible for everyone, thereby enabling customers to bring positive environmental, and social and economic impacts to the local community.
4D Medicine specializes in creating innovative solutions for the targeted and controlled regeneration of human tissue through the development of degradable, implantable medical devices. Utilizing novel photopolymer materials, the company is advancing a range of products that are currently undergoing regulatory clearance with the Food and Drug Administration. These resorbable medical devices aim to enhance patient outcomes in various applications, including musculoskeletal surgery, soft tissue repair, and drug delivery. By focusing on regulatory approval and effective medical applications, 4D Medicine seeks to provide valuable options for medical device suppliers and healthcare providers.
Kiteline Health is a company that specializes in connecting individuals with chronic and long-term health conditions to personalized virtual health coaching. Founded in 2020 and based in London, the company offers tailored content and coaching services to support those affected by various health issues, including cancer. Users can register on the platform, choose their preferred coach, and schedule follow-up sessions. Kiteline Health also provides free online sessions and support between appointments, ensuring that users receive ongoing assistance and resources to manage their health effectively.
Provider of end-of-life admin service intended to serve bereaved individuals and support professionals. The company's platform automates cross-industry death notifications and requests account closure, transfer, or amendment, obtains date of death balances for probate, and tracks everything through to completion in one central place., enabling customers with secure and stress-free end-of-life.
Elixivity is a data management platform focused on enhancing diversity and inclusion (D&I) within organizations. Through the use of proprietary artificial intelligence algorithms, natural language processing, and machine learning, Elixivity aims to diagnose and address gaps in D&I practices. The platform analyzes extensive datasets to identify key patterns related to people and their interactions, providing valuable insights for data-driven decision-making. By visualizing various scenarios and predicting performance across selected metrics, Elixivity enables enterprises to benchmark their D&I status against competitors and across different sectors and geographies. This approach supports organizations in their efforts to foster a more equitable workplace.
Enabling personalised shopping experiences that blend the online and real worlds. Percept Imagery has developed a unique augmented reality platform called Sprie® that enables retailers to personalise online shopping experiences by allowing shoppers to try products in the real world before buying them. The AR solution easily integrates into eCommerce websites or social pages making AR more accessible and requiring no app download.
Developer of nanotechnology platform designed to serve the drinks manufacturing industry. The company uses microfluidics, sensors and software algorithms to recognize and characterize particles suspended in a service regardless of its size and sample matrix, enabling manufacturers to revolutionize drinks analysis, improve products consistency and help build brand value.
Loyalize is a white label loyalty, payments and customer engagement platform. Our solution leverages open banking technology to: -> power real-time payments, helping retailers save money on transaction fees and improving the customer experience by adding more value to the payments journey -> track and aggregate data across connected accounts, allowing customers to automatically see the benefits of their loyalty on every transaction, online and in store. Find out how Loyalize can work with you to enhance your payments experience by visiting https://www.loyalize.ai, or email us on info@loyalize.ai
A cyber attack to an energy, water, transportation or manufacturing organisation could cause significant disruption to society. It is the mission of Awen Collective to reduce the impact of cyber attacks on society's critical infrastructures. We do this by developing software which helps these industrial organisations to increase visibility into their operational networks and decrease cyber risk. Our innovative software solutions are purpose-built for all Operational Technologies (OT), whether brand new or legacy. . This includes Industrial Control Systems (ICS), Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems, Building Automation and Control Systems (BAC / BAS), Robotics and the Internet-of-Things (IoT)
LAT Water is a British technology company developing and implementing new approaches to renewable energy-powered desalination, water, and wastewater treatment. We have received five increasingly large awards totaling nearly two million pounds for innovative technology development from the UK Government. Our management is a mixture of experienced international staff who share a common passion for the delivery of sustainable solutions to the water crisis facing the planet. Units have been installed and are operating in the UK and China.
Calyo is developing a range of new ultrasound capabilities that have the potential to be disruptive in a very diverse range of markets – from smart wearables to intelligent robots and mobility location for autonomous vehicles to stealth applications for the military and security sectors.
Novai Ltd provides a patented biomarker with AI to identify cellular level disease activity. The company's biomarker helps to identify effective and non-effective drug candidates/treatments within weeks. Novai Ltd was founded in 2019 and is based in Reading, United Kingdom.
E-Nano specializes in providing innovative solutions for sports managers and groundskeepers by utilizing modular robots equipped with a range of sensors and cloud technology. These robots are designed to monitor and analyze the condition of professional sports arenas in real time, delivering automated assessments that yield reliable and standardized results. By enhancing the management of playing surfaces through robotics and artificial intelligence, E-Nano enables arena owners and grounds managers to optimize performance, reduce operational costs, and promote sustainability in their facilities.
Quirk Money is a financial management platform that provides personalized financial advice based on individual user needs. It employs a unique personality test, developed with the assistance of expert psychologists, to tailor its services. The platform aims to facilitate efficient fund allocation by offering educational content and insights into users' spending habits. This approach helps users enhance their savings and securely track their expenditures, ultimately promoting better financial decision-making.
We provide unique sampling solutions for beauty brands to target customers through our online platform and our devices. We develop curated experiences to engage with customers, and through powerful recommendation tools, the most relevant product is suggested. The customer receives the sample and is invited to share their feedback, allowing brands to gain insights into the preferences of their customers.
XeroE is a transportation platform that facilitates the booking of emission-free delivery services, focusing on same-day and next-day courier options. The platform connects individuals and businesses with a network of courier service providers that utilize various eco-friendly vehicles, including bikes, cargo bikes, electric scooters, cars, and vans. By aggregating these services, XeroE enables users to access environmentally sustainable delivery solutions tailored to their needs, promoting emission-free logistics for both personal and commercial purposes.
Eccobell specializes in smart video doorbells tailored for residential and commercial properties, such as houses and apartments. The company offers an innovative access management solution that integrates intercom functionality with digital keys, allowing seamless communication between residents and their guests. Through the use of cloud technology, Eccobell eliminates the need for traditional intercom and access systems, enabling users to connect and interact from any smart device or mobile environment. This approach not only enhances convenience but also transforms how individuals access and communicate within their living and working spaces.
Operator of ESG reporting and data management platform intended to reduce the cost of capital and compliance. The company's platform facilitates investment-grade ESG analytics and reporting via processing unstructured data combined with workflow tools and auto-populate reports, enabling companies to ensure data collection, disclosure, workflow optimization, and progress toward achieving social goals.
Our product comprises algorithms that assess how robust the models employed by our business clients are, based on a deep understanding of the factors which constitute best practice definitions of fairness and accuracy. Our analysis, testing and modelling process is then able to provide uniquely practical solutions to mitigate the biases identified, resulting in greater market opportunities, and decreased compliance and reputational risk for our clients. Our target clients are a range of financial companies which are under increasing regulatory pressure to use models that make fair decisions, under competitive pressure to leverage the best returns from their customer data, and increasingly using algorithmic decision making. ETIQ is well positioned to provide a significant return on investment due to the favourable combination of: the attractive size of the financial sector; the lack of competition and solutions in this space; growing pressure to ensure fairness as defined both within legal/regulatory and business frameworks; and the typically favourable profit margin achieved by software companies.
Developer of a payment system designed for automated next-day payouts for marketplace businesses and their merchants, for a single flat fee per transaction. The company's platform specializes in automating multi-vendor payouts, with funds delivered the next working day, rapid onboarding and transparent pricing, enabling users to accept payment from all the platforms.
Condense Reality Ltd specializes in the development of a platform designed for capturing, distributing, and viewing 3D models in real time, specifically for mixed reality applications. Founded in 2019 and based in Bristol, United Kingdom, the company offers a range of products, including CR capture, a multi-camera volumetric capture software suite; CR stream, a cloud-based volumetric video processing and distribution service; and CR player, which enables volumetric playback for augmented and virtual reality. Condense primarily targets broadcasters and content creators, with a particular focus on the sports sector, facilitating enhanced real-time volumetric video recording and distribution.
Novai Ltd provides a patented biomarker with AI to identify cellular level disease activity. The company's biomarker helps to identify effective and non-effective drug candidates/treatments within weeks. Novai Ltd was founded in 2019 and is based in Reading, United Kingdom.
Transcend Packaging Ltd specializes in providing sustainable packaging solutions for the food service, food and beverage, and health and beauty sectors. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Caerphilly, United Kingdom, the company offers a range of products including eco-friendly packaging, folded cartons, paper straws, and consumer packaging. Transcend Packaging focuses on innovative materials and technologies, producing paper-based packaging and fully biodegradable plastics. Their bio-resin coated paper serves as a viable alternative to traditional plastic, reflecting the company's commitment to environmentally responsible practices.
Aigana
Seed Round in 2020
Aigana Gali’s Art Couture is a breakthrough concept, crossing the art and fashion worlds to offer unique statement clothing.
KYC Hub develops tools and solutions for digital verification. Its solutions include, anti money laundering onboarding and monitoring, know your customer, anti money laundering transaction monitoring, business verification, workflow management, extended checks, and document extraction. It serves industries, such as legal, financial service, investments, banking, crypto, recruiting, and online gaming and gambling. The company was founded in 2019 and is based in London, United Kingdom.
OLLY is a public benefit corporation based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in developing and providing a range of nutritional supplements and wellness products. Founded in 2013, the company offers multivitamins tailored for children, women, and specific health concerns, as well as wellness-boosting tablets addressing issues like sleep, stress, and beauty. OLLY's product line includes protein powders and bars in various flavors, probiotic sticks, and health supplements for kids. The company aims to inspire lifelong healthy habits by making nutrition accessible and enjoyable, combining essential nutrients with simple formats and appealing flavors. As of May 2019, OLLY operates as a subsidiary of Unilever N.V.
Pie People Ltd is a FinTech company based in London, United Kingdom, incorporated in 2018. It operates an online payment platform that facilitates the design, construction, and launch of various financial propositions. The company offers a range of services, including program management, mobile payments, card solutions, IBANs, and BIN sponsorship, catering to both B2B and B2C markets within the financial technology sector.
Spintex Engineering Limited, established in 2018 and located in Oxford, United Kingdom, specializes in the production of high-performance silk fibers targeted at the aerospace, automotive, and medical textile industries. The company employs an innovative biomimetic spinning process that utilizes alternative proteins in a water-based solution, significantly reducing energy requirements and enabling the creation of sustainable and cost-effective materials. Spintex’s technology not only supports the development of advanced textiles for various applications but also holds the potential for recycling pre-consumer waste streams, thereby contributing to sustainable practices in the textile industry.
6 Bit Education Ltd is a Birmingham-based company that develops an innovative feedback platform designed to enhance the educational experience for both students and educators. Established in 2019, the platform provides automatic feedback on students' responses, summarizing their approaches and identifying common mistakes. This functionality assists teachers in updating their courses promptly and effectively. By learning from how educators typically provide feedback, 6 Bit Education significantly reduces the grading workload, ensuring that teachers do not have to repeat the same evaluations for similar answers. The company collaborates with engineering and physical science departments at universities across Europe, aiming to deliver higher quality, consistent, and timely feedback to students.
Teamhub is a tool for construction companies and field workers and will save you both time and money. Built to be powerful and easy to use, it’s great for planning, creating quotes, work orders, time tracking, material usage, invoicing, communication and much more. Teamhub greatly simplifies and automates the everyday work and documents the whole process so project managers, field workers and clients know exactly what’s going on.
Safepoint allows employers to easily monitor lone workers’ safety. We bring together a beautifully user-friendly app with a robust, intuitive web portal. Not only is our system easy and enjoyable to use, but it is also packed full of intelligent safety features and reporting tools. Safepoint’s lone worker safety app uses your existing mobile devices and our web portal runs on any modern browser. No need for additional equipment or expensive lone working devices.
Mobilized Construction Ltd, founded in 2015 and based in Cardiff, United Kingdom, specializes in developing smart sensors that attach to the dashboards of operating vehicles. These sensors collect ultra-high frequency seismic data and time-series data on road conditions without requiring user interaction, thus incurring no additional operational costs. The company also provides a software platform that enables local governments to analyze this data through automated AI analytics and data visualization tools. By facilitating the monitoring of road surface quality and construction work, Mobilized Construction helps local governments make timely and cost-effective repairs, ultimately extending the lifespan of road infrastructure.
Mayku Ltd is a London-based company established in 2015 that specializes in manufacturing devices for 3D printing and sculpting designs on various items, including chocolates, sheets, and jesmonites. The company offers a desktop vacuum stage printer that allows users to mold 3D shapes and structures, providing design enthusiasts and 3D artists with a versatile tool that simplifies the production of intricate objects. Mayku distributes its products through online platforms and reseller channels, catering to a diverse customer base interested in creative and functional design solutions.
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