Secret Escapes
Venture Round in 2023
Secret Escapes is a UK-based online platform that offers discounted luxury travel experiences to its members. It negotiates exclusive rates with high-end hotels and holiday providers, both domestically and internationally, and sells these at up to 60% off through weekly 'flash' sales. The company acts as an agent, curating and recommending four and five-star hotels, spa breaks, resorts, and beach escapes. Membership is free and provides access to these otherwise hard-to-find rates, with a price match guarantee.
Smart develops software designed to provide a range of pension services, including providing its own pension scheme and developing custom enterprise software for international markets. Their goal is to transform retirement, savings, and financial well-being for people of all ages all over the world.
Deep Instinct
Venture Round in 2022
Deep Instinct Ltd. is a cybersecurity company founded in 2014 and headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, with an additional office in New York. The company specializes in providing a cybersecurity solution that utilizes deep learning technology to offer on-device and real-time detection and prevention of advanced persistent threats and zero-day attacks. Its platform is designed to protect various mobile devices, endpoints, and operating systems against unknown and evasive cyber threats, regardless of whether they are connected to the network or the Internet. By leveraging the predictive capabilities of deep learning, Deep Instinct enables enterprises to identify and block cyber-attacks in real-time, ensuring comprehensive protection and reducing the risks associated with malware and other threats.
Sorted Group
Series C in 2021
Sorted Group is a global software as a service (SaaS) company based in Manchester, England, founded in 2010. The company specializes in developing data-driven software solutions that enhance the efficiency of checkouts, warehouses, and shipping processes. Its offerings include tools for managing carrier logistics, tracking deliveries, handling returns, and analyzing post-purchase performance. By focusing on improving the overall delivery and customer service experience, Sorted Group aims to streamline operations for its users, facilitating smoother interactions between retailers and consumers.
Tactus Group
Venture Round in 2021
Tactus Group is a provider of global sourcing, original equipment manufacturing, and supply chain management services designed for brands that are launching technology-driven products. The company specializes in the manufacturing and commercialization of a diverse range of products, including information technology hardware, smart home technology, mobile accessories, and tech wearable apparel. Tactus Group also develops its own line of virtual reality equipment, notably the Tactus Pique VR camera, which empowers consumers to create and experience immersive video content. Additionally, through a joint venture, the company holds the exclusive European license for Flexwarm, a cutting-edge heating technology embedded in clothing, sleeping bags, and muscle warmers, all of which can be controlled via a smart device.
InfoSum is a company that has developed a decentralized data platform aimed at facilitating collaboration among advertisers, media owners, data providers, and advertising technology firms while prioritizing customer privacy. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Basingstoke, Hampshire, InfoSum's platform allows multiple parties to connect and utilize customer data without the need for data to be transferred or pooled. This innovative approach enhances data collaboration by ensuring that the underlying data remains secure and protected from exposure or misuse. By leveraging patented, non-movement data technology, InfoSum helps organizations unlock the potential of their customer data, ultimately enabling them to improve customer experiences while maintaining a strong focus on privacy.
Deep Instinct
Series D in 2021
Deep Instinct Ltd. is a cybersecurity company founded in 2014 and headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, with an additional office in New York. The company specializes in providing a cybersecurity solution that utilizes deep learning technology to offer on-device and real-time detection and prevention of advanced persistent threats and zero-day attacks. Its platform is designed to protect various mobile devices, endpoints, and operating systems against unknown and evasive cyber threats, regardless of whether they are connected to the network or the Internet. By leveraging the predictive capabilities of deep learning, Deep Instinct enables enterprises to identify and block cyber-attacks in real-time, ensuring comprehensive protection and reducing the risks associated with malware and other threats.
Smart develops software designed to provide a range of pension services, including providing its own pension scheme and developing custom enterprise software for international markets. Their goal is to transform retirement, savings, and financial well-being for people of all ages all over the world.
Smart
Secondary Market in 2021
Smart develops software designed to provide a range of pension services, including providing its own pension scheme and developing custom enterprise software for international markets. Their goal is to transform retirement, savings, and financial well-being for people of all ages all over the world.
Sorted Group
Venture Round in 2021
Sorted Group is a global software as a service (SaaS) company based in Manchester, England, founded in 2010. The company specializes in developing data-driven software solutions that enhance the efficiency of checkouts, warehouses, and shipping processes. Its offerings include tools for managing carrier logistics, tracking deliveries, handling returns, and analyzing post-purchase performance. By focusing on improving the overall delivery and customer service experience, Sorted Group aims to streamline operations for its users, facilitating smoother interactions between retailers and consumers.
The Brandtech Group
Series B in 2021
The Brandtech Group is a marketing technology company that focuses on enhancing the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of brand marketing through innovative technological solutions. By bridging the gap between brands and technology, The Brandtech Group enables businesses to improve their marketing strategies and increase sales. The company also engages in strategic investments in promising firms, aiming to enhance visibility and drive growth for its partners. With a commitment to leveraging the latest advancements in technology, The Brandtech Group provides brands with the tools they need to navigate the evolving marketing landscape effectively.
Graphcore
Series E in 2020
Graphcore Limited is a hardware systems company that specializes in developing intelligent processing units (IPUs) tailored for artificial intelligence and machine learning applications. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Bristol, United Kingdom, the company offers products such as IPU-Accelerator cards, which enhance server performance for machine learning tasks, and IPU-Appliance systems that improve inference capabilities for various users. Graphcore's innovative IPU architecture allows developers to run existing machine learning models significantly faster, facilitating the deployment of advanced AI solutions across diverse servers and software environments. In addition to its Bristol headquarters, Graphcore has locations in Palo Alto, London, Oslo, and Beijing, expanding its global presence in the AI technology sector.
Klarna
Private Equity Round in 2020
Klarna Inc. is an e-commerce payment solutions provider that serves both merchants and consumers, specializing in flexible payment options. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, with additional offices in New York City, Klarna offers a range of services including direct payments, pay-after-delivery options, and installment plans. The company is recognized for its "buy now, pay later" model, allowing shoppers to finance their retail purchases with interest-free payments. Klarna also enhances the shopping experience through its app, which offers features such as cashback rewards and on-site messaging for retailers. As a regulated bank, Klarna operates under a framework that supports a variety of payment processing and dispute resolution services, aiming to make transactions simple, safe, and smooth for users.
Starling Bank
Venture Round in 2020
Starling Bank Limited is a digital-only bank based in London, United Kingdom, founded in 2014. It specializes in providing personal, joint, and business banking services through a mobile platform. The bank offers a range of financial services, including digital banking, real-time spending intelligence, and personalized banking options. Customers can manage their accounts entirely online, benefiting from features such as same-day payments and comprehensive financial management tools. Starling Bank aims to facilitate a seamless, paperless banking experience for its users.
Featurespace
Venture Round in 2020
Featurespace is a leader in enterprise financial crime prevention, specializing in fraud detection and anti-money laundering solutions. The company has developed innovative technologies, including Adaptive Behavioral Analytics and Automated Deep Behavioral Networks, which are incorporated into its ARIC platform. This real-time machine learning software assesses risk and monitors customer data across more than 180 countries to identify fraudulent activities and suspicious behavior promptly. The ARIC Risk Hub utilizes advanced anomaly detection methods, allowing financial institutions to automatically recognize potential threats and respond to them effectively. Over 30 major global financial institutions, including well-known names such as HSBC and NatWest, leverage Featurespace’s solutions to safeguard their operations and enhance customer satisfaction while minimizing fraud-related costs.
Graphcore
Series D in 2020
Graphcore Limited is a hardware systems company that specializes in developing intelligent processing units (IPUs) tailored for artificial intelligence and machine learning applications. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Bristol, United Kingdom, the company offers products such as IPU-Accelerator cards, which enhance server performance for machine learning tasks, and IPU-Appliance systems that improve inference capabilities for various users. Graphcore's innovative IPU architecture allows developers to run existing machine learning models significantly faster, facilitating the deployment of advanced AI solutions across diverse servers and software environments. In addition to its Bristol headquarters, Graphcore has locations in Palo Alto, London, Oslo, and Beijing, expanding its global presence in the AI technology sector.
Wefox is a technology company specializing in the insurance sector. It operates a digital platform that connects insurance providers, brokers, businesses, and customers, facilitating access to various insurance solutions. The company focuses on indirect sales, partnering with intermediaries to expand its market reach. Wefox's platform offers services such as policy management, claims settlement, and quotation generation for a range of insurance types, including health, liability, and disability.
Starling Bank
Venture Round in 2019
Starling Bank Limited is a digital-only bank based in London, United Kingdom, founded in 2014. It specializes in providing personal, joint, and business banking services through a mobile platform. The bank offers a range of financial services, including digital banking, real-time spending intelligence, and personalized banking options. Customers can manage their accounts entirely online, benefiting from features such as same-day payments and comprehensive financial management tools. Starling Bank aims to facilitate a seamless, paperless banking experience for its users.
Sorted Group
Series B in 2019
Sorted Group is a global software as a service (SaaS) company based in Manchester, England, founded in 2010. The company specializes in developing data-driven software solutions that enhance the efficiency of checkouts, warehouses, and shipping processes. Its offerings include tools for managing carrier logistics, tracking deliveries, handling returns, and analyzing post-purchase performance. By focusing on improving the overall delivery and customer service experience, Sorted Group aims to streamline operations for its users, facilitating smoother interactions between retailers and consumers.
Klarna
Private Equity Round in 2019
Klarna Inc. is an e-commerce payment solutions provider that serves both merchants and consumers, specializing in flexible payment options. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, with additional offices in New York City, Klarna offers a range of services including direct payments, pay-after-delivery options, and installment plans. The company is recognized for its "buy now, pay later" model, allowing shoppers to finance their retail purchases with interest-free payments. Klarna also enhances the shopping experience through its app, which offers features such as cashback rewards and on-site messaging for retailers. As a regulated bank, Klarna operates under a framework that supports a variety of payment processing and dispute resolution services, aiming to make transactions simple, safe, and smooth for users.
Growth Street
Venture Round in 2019
Growth Street is a UK-based business lending platform that provides a swift alternative to traditional bank overdrafts, catering specifically to the needs of small and medium-sized enterprises. Recognizing the challenges that growing businesses face in managing cash flow, Growth Street offers a solution that allows companies to access flexible working capital. This enables them to better handle seasonal fluctuations, balance invoice payments, and manage outgoings efficiently. By unlocking tied-up funds, the platform empowers investors to lend directly to businesses, enhancing their financial agility and operational efficiency. Growth Street aims to alleviate the pressures of cash flow management, allowing businesses to focus on growth and maintain healthy supplier relationships.
Starling Bank
Series C in 2019
Starling Bank Limited is a digital-only bank based in London, United Kingdom, founded in 2014. It specializes in providing personal, joint, and business banking services through a mobile platform. The bank offers a range of financial services, including digital banking, real-time spending intelligence, and personalized banking options. Customers can manage their accounts entirely online, benefiting from features such as same-day payments and comprehensive financial management tools. Starling Bank aims to facilitate a seamless, paperless banking experience for its users.
Growth Street
Venture Round in 2019
Growth Street is a UK-based business lending platform that provides a swift alternative to traditional bank overdrafts, catering specifically to the needs of small and medium-sized enterprises. Recognizing the challenges that growing businesses face in managing cash flow, Growth Street offers a solution that allows companies to access flexible working capital. This enables them to better handle seasonal fluctuations, balance invoice payments, and manage outgoings efficiently. By unlocking tied-up funds, the platform empowers investors to lend directly to businesses, enhancing their financial agility and operational efficiency. Growth Street aims to alleviate the pressures of cash flow management, allowing businesses to focus on growth and maintain healthy supplier relationships.