Microsoft

Microsoft, an American multinational corporation, specializes in developing, manufacturing, licensing, supporting, and selling a wide range of software products and services. Its offerings include operating systems like Windows, productivity tools such as Microsoft Office, and cloud services through Microsoft Azure. Microsoft also produces hardware like Xbox gaming consoles, Surface devices, and PC accessories. Additionally, it provides business solutions through Microsoft Dynamics, enterprise services, and commercial cloud offerings. Microsoft operates globally, supporting startups through initiatives like Microsoft for Startups and Microsoft Accelerator, which offer mentorship, technical training, and access to markets and investors.

Lillian Barnard

CEO and Board Member

Abhilasha Bhargav-Spantzel

Partner Security Architect

Alexia Cambon

Senior Director, Research

Shinesa Cambric

Principal Product Manager

Puneet Chandok

Corporate Vice President of Microsoft India and South Asia

Roberto Croci

Managing Director, Microsoft for Startups MEA

Scott Guthrie

Executive Vice President, Cloud + AI Group

Rashida Hodge

VP, Azure Data and AI | Customer Success

Hsiao-Wuen Hon

Corporate Vice President

Philip Meyer

Partner Technology Strategist - Hosting and Cloud

Brandon Middaugh

Senior Director, Climate Innovation Fund

Arindam Mukherjee

Director - Azure Business, Microsoft India

Satya Nadella

CEO

Mohammed Saleh

Health Director

Brian Schultz

Director, Corporate Development

Theresa Sue

Microsoft Partner

Emilia Zarei

Founder and CEO

Past deals in England

Wayve

Series C in 2024
Wayve is a company focused on developing a fully autonomous driving system for vehicles, utilizing end-to-end deep learning technology. This approach enables the creation of artificial intelligence capable of navigating complex driving scenarios across various urban environments. The company operates a fleet of electric vehicles equipped for autonomous operation, which facilitates technology development and real-world testing. Headquartered in London, Wayve aims to provide a scalable solution for autonomous driving that can adapt quickly and safely to new driving conditions globally.

Databricks

Series I in 2023
Databricks Inc. is a technology company that provides a unified data analytics cloud platform designed to facilitate data engineering and collaborative data science. The company offers a comprehensive suite of tools, including a just-in-time data platform that simplifies data integration, real-time experimentation, and deployment of production applications for developers and data scientists. Key products include Databricks Delta, which combines the capabilities of data warehouses with low-latency streaming, MLflow for managing the machine learning lifecycle, and Delta Lake for handling batch and streaming data. Databricks serves a diverse range of industries, including advertising, healthcare, manufacturing, and telecommunications, and has established strategic partnerships with various organizations to enhance its offerings. Founded in 2013, Databricks is headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in London, Amsterdam, and Bengaluru.

SEaB Energy

Non Equity Assistance in 2022
SEaB Energy Limited is a company based in the United Kingdom that specializes in the development of micro anaerobic digestion systems designed to convert food and other organic waste into biogas, water, and fertilizers. Their patented systems, known as Muckbuster® and Flexibuster™, are compact, easy to install, and scalable, making them suitable for smaller waste producers such as farmers, food processors, retailers, and those in the catering and accommodation sectors. The biogas generated can be utilized for heating water or generating electricity, while the resulting fertilizers are available in both liquid and solid formats. SEaB Energy also provides installation, maintenance, and consulting services for its digestion units, enabling clients to efficiently manage waste on-site, reduce operational costs, and enhance sustainability. Established in 2007 and headquartered in London, the company aims to help clients lower their energy bills and carbon footprints through its innovative waste-to-energy solutions.

Wayve

Series B in 2022
Wayve is a company focused on developing a fully autonomous driving system for vehicles, utilizing end-to-end deep learning technology. This approach enables the creation of artificial intelligence capable of navigating complex driving scenarios across various urban environments. The company operates a fleet of electric vehicles equipped for autonomous operation, which facilitates technology development and real-world testing. Headquartered in London, Wayve aims to provide a scalable solution for autonomous driving that can adapt quickly and safely to new driving conditions globally.

Databricks

Series G in 2021
Databricks Inc. is a technology company that provides a unified data analytics cloud platform designed to facilitate data engineering and collaborative data science. The company offers a comprehensive suite of tools, including a just-in-time data platform that simplifies data integration, real-time experimentation, and deployment of production applications for developers and data scientists. Key products include Databricks Delta, which combines the capabilities of data warehouses with low-latency streaming, MLflow for managing the machine learning lifecycle, and Delta Lake for handling batch and streaming data. Databricks serves a diverse range of industries, including advertising, healthcare, manufacturing, and telecommunications, and has established strategic partnerships with various organizations to enhance its offerings. Founded in 2013, Databricks is headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in London, Amsterdam, and Bengaluru.

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.

STEM

Corporate Round in 2020
Kano Computing Limited specializes in developing educational kits and a coding platform aimed at children and young learners. Founded in 2013 and based in London, the company provides a range of do-it-yourself hardware kits that allow users to create games, synthesize music, and animate characters. Its offerings include the Motion Sensor Kit, which uses a USB sensor to translate physical movements into data, enhancing the learning experience. Kano's products are designed to teach users about computers and coding through engaging, hands-on projects, fostering creativity and essential coding skills. The company sells its kits online and also exports its products internationally, making its educational tools accessible to a global audience.

Softomotive

Acquisition in 2020
Softomotive Ltd specializes in Robotic Process Automation (RPA) software solutions, catering to a diverse range of industries including finance, accounting, insurance, telecommunications, call centers, banking, and healthcare. Established in 2005 and headquartered in London, the company has gained recognition as a leading provider of RPA technology, serving over 7,000 organizations globally. Softomotive offers both attended and unattended automation solutions through its flagship products, WinAutomation and ProcessRobot. WinAutomation is acclaimed as a top desktop automation tool, facilitating the creation of software robots on a Windows platform, while ProcessRobot serves as a comprehensive enterprise RPA platform, featuring robust security and integration with advanced AI technologies. As of May 2020, Softomotive operates as a subsidiary of Microsoft Corporation, enhancing its capability to deliver reliable and scalable automation solutions that drive significant business transformation.

Databricks

Series F in 2019
Databricks Inc. is a technology company that provides a unified data analytics cloud platform designed to facilitate data engineering and collaborative data science. The company offers a comprehensive suite of tools, including a just-in-time data platform that simplifies data integration, real-time experimentation, and deployment of production applications for developers and data scientists. Key products include Databricks Delta, which combines the capabilities of data warehouses with low-latency streaming, MLflow for managing the machine learning lifecycle, and Delta Lake for handling batch and streaming data. Databricks serves a diverse range of industries, including advertising, healthcare, manufacturing, and telecommunications, and has established strategic partnerships with various organizations to enhance its offerings. Founded in 2013, Databricks is headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in London, Amsterdam, and Bengaluru.

JClarity

Acquisition in 2019
jClarity Ltd is a London-based company that specializes in software performance analytics and tuning for Java applications. Founded in 2012 and now a subsidiary of Microsoft, jClarity offers lightweight and intelligent performance analysis and monitoring tools designed for Java and JVM applications. Utilizing machine learning, their solutions are aimed at significantly reducing the time required to identify and resolve performance bottlenecks. The tools are adaptable to both cloud and on-premises environments, making them suitable for horizontally scaling architectures and resource-constrained systems. jClarity's offerings include self-updating Daemons and a user-friendly browser-based interface, ensuring minimal impact on system resources. Additionally, the company played a key role in the development and commercial support of AdoptOpenJDK, which is recognized as one of the most popular distributions of OpenJDK.

Birmingham City University

Grant in 2019
Birmingham City University, founded in 1992 and located in Birmingham, is a non-profit educational institution that offers a diverse range of academic programs and research services. The university provides undergraduate, postgraduate, foundation, and part-time courses across various disciplines, including art and design, business, computing, education, engineering, health, law, media, music, theatre, and social sciences. In addition to its comprehensive course offerings, Birmingham City University supports research initiatives in these same fields, fostering an environment of academic excellence and innovation. By catering to a broad spectrum of subjects, the university aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary for success in their chosen careers.

ev.energy

Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Ev.energy is a London-based smart charging software platform for electric vehicles, founded in 2018. The company specializes in energy intelligence software that connects wirelessly to various electric vehicles and Level 2 chargers. It intelligently manages the charging process in alignment with utility and network signals, aiming to make charging both cleaner and more affordable for users. Through a mobile application, Ev.energy engages customers and offers rewards, enabling them to charge their electric vehicles at home while effectively reducing both costs and carbon emissions.

Databricks

Series E in 2019
Databricks Inc. is a technology company that provides a unified data analytics cloud platform designed to facilitate data engineering and collaborative data science. The company offers a comprehensive suite of tools, including a just-in-time data platform that simplifies data integration, real-time experimentation, and deployment of production applications for developers and data scientists. Key products include Databricks Delta, which combines the capabilities of data warehouses with low-latency streaming, MLflow for managing the machine learning lifecycle, and Delta Lake for handling batch and streaming data. Databricks serves a diverse range of industries, including advertising, healthcare, manufacturing, and telecommunications, and has established strategic partnerships with various organizations to enhance its offerings. Founded in 2013, Databricks is headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in London, Amsterdam, and Bengaluru.

Farewill

Venture Round in 2019
Farewill Ltd. is a London-based company founded in 2015 that provides an online platform for will writing, funeral services, and direct cremation. The company aims to simplify the often complex processes surrounding death by offering personalized will-writing services and management tools that are accessible and affordable. Farewill's platform eliminates legal jargon and hidden fees, enabling clients to create legally binding wills in minutes and manage all necessary paperwork after death. With round-the-clock customer service, Farewill ensures that users have support throughout their experience, making it easier for individuals to navigate legal and financial matters during difficult times.

Graphcore

Series D in 2018
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.

MeshPower

Grant in 2018
MeshPower is a London-based technology start-up focused on addressing the global challenge of rural electrification. The company manufactures solar-powered microgrids designed to provide reliable energy solutions to off-grid communities. Its flagship product, the MeshGrid, offers essential services such as high-lumen LED lighting and affordable USB mobile phone charging points, catering to homes and remote rural businesses that lack access to the national energy grid. Through its innovative approach, MeshPower aims to empower these underserved areas by delivering sustainable energy solutions that improve quality of life and promote economic growth.

SoftBank Group

Post in 2018
SoftBank Group is a multinational telecommunications and internet corporation based in Japan. It operates through four segments: mobile communications, Sprint, fixed-line telecommunications, and internet. The company provides a wide range of services, including mobile and fixed-line voice and data transmission services, broadband services, internet advertising, e-commerce, and digital television. SoftBank Group also invests in various technologies through its venture capital arms, such as SoftBank Investment Advisers and SoftBank Vision Fund, focusing on areas like artificial intelligence, robotics, and the Internet of Things. One of its notable subsidiaries, SoftBank Robotics, designs and manufactures humanoid robots for various applications, including education, healthcare, and business.

DNAnexus

Series E in 2018
DNAnexus, Inc. is a provider of cloud-based genome informatics and data management tools aimed at enterprises engaged in genomic medicine. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, the company offers a platform that facilitates the analysis of raw sequencing data and integration with clinical and phenotypic data, promoting seamless collaboration among users. Key offerings include MOSAIC Microbiome, a platform for collaborative microbiome research; DNAnexus Apollo, which focuses on clinico-genomic data exploration; and DNAnexus Titan, a comprehensive data analysis solution. Additionally, DNAnexus Portals provide secure online workspaces for cross-disciplinary collaboration. The Clinico-Genomic Data Solution program addresses the need for disease-specific datasets by building networks with healthcare partners to enhance diagnosis and treatment pathways. DNAnexus serves a diverse client base, including biopharmaceutical companies, genome centers, and diagnostic test providers, and has established a strategic alliance with WuXi NextCODE Genomics. The company also maintains additional offices in San Francisco, London, and Prague.

Metail

Non Equity Assistance in 2017
Metail Limited is a London-based company that develops a mobile application enabling users to create a 3D virtual model of themselves and try on clothes while shopping online. Established in 2007, Metail focuses on enhancing digital fashion experiences through its expertise in 3D body modeling, garment applications, and outfit visualization. The company’s SaaS platform employs an intelligent algorithm and AI technology to provide improved 3D visualization for both retailers and consumers, thereby reducing product return rates. By facilitating better collaboration and quicker decision-making for brands and manufacturers, Metail supports the integration of digital product creation and sales capabilities, ultimately contributing to a more efficient and sustainable fashion industry. Additional offices are located in Cambridge and Singapore.

iProov

Non Equity Assistance in 2017
iProov is a cybersecurity company based in London that specializes in biometric facial verification technology. Founded in 2011, it provides solutions designed to authenticate users on smartphones, tablets, and laptops. iProov's offerings include Verifier, a one-time face and palm verification tool, and ID Matcher, which registers and authenticates users based on ID documents. The company tailors its biometric authentication solutions for various applications, including onboarding, identity verification, border control, and access control, serving sectors such as financial services, enterprise markets, and government. iProov's technology aims to enhance security against threats like credential theft and phishing attacks, ensuring a simple yet secure user experience for online services.

Firefly Learning

Non Equity Assistance in 2017
Firefly Learning Ltd is a London-based company that develops and operates an online education platform designed to enhance the learning experience for students, teachers, and parents. Founded in 2005, the platform facilitates the management of homework and learning resources, allowing teachers to assign and review tasks efficiently both in and out of the classroom. It fosters collaboration among students and provides tools for teachers to track student progress, share resources, and communicate with parents, thereby engaging them in their child's education. Firefly Learning employs a diverse team of technologists, educators, and support specialists who focus on creating user-friendly software tailored to the needs of schools. The company emphasizes continuous improvement of its product by incorporating feedback from its users, ensuring that it remains relevant and effective in promoting educational success. With a growing global presence, Firefly Learning is committed to partnering with industry leaders to enhance its offerings while maintaining a strong base in the UK.

True AI

Grant in 2017
True AI Limited is a London-based artificial intelligence company focused on enhancing customer service through innovative software solutions. Founded in 2015, the company is developing a product called TypeGenie, which utilizes a deep learning algorithm to automate customer interactions. This technology enables the software to learn and generate responses in conversations, thereby streamlining customer service operations and improving overall customer experience. True AI also provides chat management software and reply suggestions for customer service agents across various channels. The company's advancements are rooted in extensive research and leverage the latest breakthroughs in machine learning.

Glisser

Non Equity Assistance 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.

SIME

Non Equity Assistance in 2016
Sime Diagnostics Ltd is a clinical AI platform company that specializes in neonatal healthcare, offering innovative solutions to improve patient outcomes in critical care settings. Founded in 2014 and based in London, the company has developed a proprietary software that provides data-driven insights to healthcare professionals, particularly in the neonatal intensive care unit. Their flagship product, the Lung Maturity Test (LMT), predicts Respiratory Distress Syndrome (RDS) in premature infants, allowing for timely interventions that can significantly reduce morbidity and mortality rates. The platform not only aids in real-time disease detection but also curates unique datasets for biomarker discovery, which can benefit both the company and its commercial partners across various medical fields. With a commitment to preventative, personalized medicine, Sime Diagnostics aims to enhance the quality of care through its advanced AI technologies.

Pivotal

Series C in 2016
Pivotal Labs, founded in 1989, is a software company specializing in agile development and digital transformation technology. With over two decades of experience, it has established itself as a leader in building reliable and scalable software for both innovative industry leaders and emerging companies across various sectors. Pivotal Labs collaborates with technical teams of varying expertise to launch hundreds of web and mobile products and develop complex enterprise infrastructures. The company has partnered with notable organizations such as Twitter, Salesforce.com, and Best Buy, among others. Pivotal Labs is also the creator of Pivotal Tracker, a widely-used project management tool for developers. With offices in major cities including San Francisco, New York, and London, Pivotal continues to influence the software development practices of some of the world's most admired brands.

Instanda

Non Equity Assistance in 2016
Instanda is a London-based company that offers a no-code core insurance platform designed for insurance providers to create, configure, and launch products online. Founded in 2012, Instanda's platform simplifies the complex insurance value chain by providing a digital policy administration system (PAS) that empowers business users to innovate, manage, and distribute insurance products without requiring technical expertise. This fully hosted and managed solution enables insurance businesses to enhance their online sales and premium growth by equipping them with the necessary tools to effectively set up and market their insurance offerings.

Pinipa

Non Equity Assistance in 2016
Pinipa Ltd. is a cloud-based platform based in London, United Kingdom, that specializes in enhancing project engagement and management. Founded in 2013, Pinipa provides a comprehensive tool that facilitates communication among stakeholders, allowing them to share updates, engage in discussions, and track project progress in real time. The platform integrates with existing project portfolio management applications, offering insights through robust analytics and reporting features. Pinipa encourages collaborative working by enabling users to collectively develop ideas and transform them into actionable projects, thereby fostering innovation and improving overall project delivery. By streamlining stakeholder engagement, Pinipa aims to simplify project oversight and drive successful outcomes across various initiatives.

SwiftKey

Acquisition in 2016
SwiftKey, established in 2008 by Ben Medlock and Jon Reynolds, is a London-based technology company specializing in advanced keyboard software for smartphones. It enhances user interaction by employing artificial intelligence to learn from each user's typing patterns, providing personalized autocorrection and word prediction in over 80 languages. The SwiftKey Keyboard for Android offers a fast, intuitive, and customizable typing experience, adapting to individual writing styles for improved accuracy and efficiency.

Pobble

Non Equity Assistance in 2016
Pobble is an online educational platform that enhances literacy and writing skills for children by providing teachers with valuable resources and tools. Founded in 2013 by a group of teachers in North Yorkshire, England, Pobble aims to inspire students and streamline the teaching process. The platform allows teachers to discover engaging writing lesson ideas and enables students to showcase their work on an online classroom wall, fostering interaction and feedback from peers and educators globally. This approach improves classroom engagement, encourages peer assessment, and motivates students to write. Pobble has garnered recognition in the education sector, winning awards and receiving endorsements from notable authors and education leaders. Today, it features over 100,000 pieces of writing contributed by tens of thousands of teachers worldwide, marking a significant step in its mission to enrich the educational experience.

SnapLogic

Series E in 2015
SnapLogic, Inc. is a provider of a cloud-based integration platform as a service (iPaaS), known as the SnapLogic Intelligent Integration Platform. This platform facilitates the integration of data from various sources, whether on-premises or in the cloud, enhancing data and process flow across applications, databases, and big data streams. SnapLogic allows users to unify multiple endpoints, including SaaS, ERP applications, and APIs, through a user-friendly interface that supports both IT professionals and business users. The platform offers pre-built integration templates to streamline projects and improve efficiency. Additionally, SnapLogic provides services such as onboarding, customer support, and education to ensure user success. The company serves a diverse clientele, including Global 2000 companies, independent software vendors, and various sectors such as human resources and online marketing. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, SnapLogic has expanded its presence with offices in major cities worldwide, including New York, London, Hyderabad, and Melbourne.

PlayCanvas

Non Equity Assistance in 2015
PlayCanvas Ltd operates a cloud-hosted game development platform that enables game developers to create, share, and play video games. Founded in London in 2011, the company focuses on collaboration and accessibility, providing toolsets that facilitate real-time teamwork. Its visual development platform allows users to build scenes and applications quickly, manage project assets, and incorporate interactivity. The PlayCanvas game engine finds applications in various industries, including gaming, virtual reality, advertising, architectural visualization, product visualization, and gambling. PlayCanvas Ltd has been a subsidiary of Snap Inc. since March 2018.

DocuSign

Series F in 2015
DocuSign, Inc., established in 2003 and headquartered in San Francisco, specializes in cloud-based software for digital agreement processes. The company's core offering, DocuSign Agreement Cloud, enables businesses to automate and manage the entire agreement lifecycle, from preparation to execution and acting on agreements. This suite includes e-signature solutions, workflow automation, AI-driven insights, and industry-specific tools. DocuSign serves a wide range of sectors, from financial services to real estate, and caters to enterprises, small businesses, and individuals. The company also operates DocuSign Ventures, its corporate venture capital arm, investing in and partnering with startups innovating around the agreement process.

TruRating

Non Equity Assistance in 2015
TruRating Ltd is a London-based company that has developed a point-of-sale ratings system designed to capture customer feedback at the moment of payment. Founded in 2012, the platform allows customers to rate their shopping or dining experiences anonymously, providing businesses with valuable insights into customer satisfaction and performance. The system helps businesses, ranging from sole traders to larger corporate clients, enhance their services, value, and product offerings by analyzing real-time feedback. In addition to capturing ratings, TruRating provides an online dashboard that displays these ratings, which can also be published on the businesses' profiles. This facilitates improved decision-making and operational enhancements for clients in the UK, Australia, and beyond.

AppyParking

Seed Round in 2015
AppyParking, operating under the name Yellow Line Parking Limited, is a London-based company founded in 2013 that focuses on enhancing the parking experience through its connected car platform. The platform integrates mapping, data, Internet-of-Things (IoT), and payment solutions to provide users with real-time parking availability. By addressing the fragmented nature of parking infrastructure, AppyParking aims to streamline the process of finding and paying for parking spaces. The company's holistic kerbside management platform facilitates data exchange between local authorities and mobility operators, promoting intelligent mobility solutions. Recognized for its contributions to the parking industry, AppyParking has received several awards, including the 2018 Best Parking App by Auto Express and the 2019 Smarter Travel Innovation Award.

mmuze

Non Equity Assistance in 2015
Mmuze is a subscription-based service that provides online retailers with real-time insights into product demand, enabling them to optimize their marketing strategies. By scanning and analyzing online discussions, social media interactions, and other relevant data, Mmuze identifies trending products and predicts consumer demand. This information is then integrated with e-commerce inventory systems to tailor sales opportunities effectively. Additionally, Mmuze enhances the online shopping experience by offering a conversational AI platform that facilitates two-way interactions, helping retailers guide customers through their purchasing journeys. By leveraging natural language understanding capabilities, Mmuze aims to improve customer relationships and increase sales potential. The company, based in Israel, has established partnerships with major online retail brands and operates offices in New York, London, and Tel Aviv.

AppyParking

Non Equity Assistance in 2014
AppyParking, operating under the name Yellow Line Parking Limited, is a London-based company founded in 2013 that focuses on enhancing the parking experience through its connected car platform. The platform integrates mapping, data, Internet-of-Things (IoT), and payment solutions to provide users with real-time parking availability. By addressing the fragmented nature of parking infrastructure, AppyParking aims to streamline the process of finding and paying for parking spaces. The company's holistic kerbside management platform facilitates data exchange between local authorities and mobility operators, promoting intelligent mobility solutions. Recognized for its contributions to the parking industry, AppyParking has received several awards, including the 2018 Best Parking App by Auto Express and the 2019 Smarter Travel Innovation Award.

PlayCanvas

Seed Round in 2014
PlayCanvas Ltd operates a cloud-hosted game development platform that enables game developers to create, share, and play video games. Founded in London in 2011, the company focuses on collaboration and accessibility, providing toolsets that facilitate real-time teamwork. Its visual development platform allows users to build scenes and applications quickly, manage project assets, and incorporate interactivity. The PlayCanvas game engine finds applications in various industries, including gaming, virtual reality, advertising, architectural visualization, product visualization, and gambling. PlayCanvas Ltd has been a subsidiary of Snap Inc. since March 2018.

Vastari

Non Equity Assistance in 2014
Vastari is a London-based company that offers an online platform designed to connect private collectors and museums for the purpose of facilitating temporary exhibition loans. Founded in 2012, Vastari Collections allows collectors to upload their objects to a secure database while maintaining anonymity, enabling them to showcase their collections to museums seeking new works for exhibitions. The platform also provides museums with access to a network of over 900 collectors and a vast array of art, antiques, and artifacts. Since its inception, Vastari has successfully facilitated numerous loans to museums worldwide, helping to streamline the process of organizing exhibitions and fostering collaboration between the private sector and cultural institutions.

VIVID Technologies

Non Equity Assistance in 2014
VIVID Technologies Ltd specializes in transforming traditional audio-only Interactive Voice Response (IVR) systems into engaging visual experiences. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in London, the company develops a platform that allows users to access information on their smartphones and tablets in a clear, intuitive format. This approach eliminates the frustration often associated with conventional audio IVR systems, enhancing the communication between customers and businesses' customer support departments. By presenting information in a clutter-free manner, VIVID not only improves user experience but also contributes to significant reductions in call traffic and operational costs, resulting in increased efficiency for businesses.

Whispering Gibbon

Non Equity Assistance in 2014
Whispering Gibbon Ltd is a game company based in Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, United Kingdom, founded by Joe Stevens in 2011. The company focuses on developing video game technology that bridges the gap between virtual content and reality, primarily through 3D printing. Whispering Gibbon offers innovative services such as RenderFab 3D, a cloud-based asset processing solution that streamlines the creation of 3D print-ready models from digital data. Additionally, the company provides Grabit, a platform for user-generated merchandising. Through these offerings, Whispering Gibbon aims to enhance the intersection of gaming and tangible products.

KO-SU

Non Equity Assistance in 2013
KO-SU Limited is a company that specializes in developing a mobile learning and training application aimed at schools and organizations. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in London, the company provides a platform that allows teachers to create and deliver educational activities in various native languages directly to students' mobile devices. It empowers students to design and publish their own learning activities, promoting interactive engagement rather than passive consumption. The application features user-friendly templates that facilitate the creation of diverse content, including text, images, audio, video, and various types of questions. This technology is designed to enhance internal training and employee engagement for organizations, making mobile learning accessible to a broad audience without the need for programming skills or expensive development resources.

iStreamPlanet

Series A in 2013
iStreamPlanet, established in 2000, specializes in cloud-based live video streaming solutions for prominent sports, entertainment, and technology brands. The company offers global content acquisition, managed and self-managed live streaming, live linear channels, dynamic advertisement insertion, live video encoding, and multiscreen packaging services. With a strong track record and offices in Las Vegas, Redmond, and London, iStreamPlanet supports high-quality streaming video experiences for connected audiences worldwide. Since August 2015, it has operated as a subsidiary of Turner Broadcasting System, Inc.

Vastari

Seed Round in 2012
Vastari is a London-based company that offers an online platform designed to connect private collectors and museums for the purpose of facilitating temporary exhibition loans. Founded in 2012, Vastari Collections allows collectors to upload their objects to a secure database while maintaining anonymity, enabling them to showcase their collections to museums seeking new works for exhibitions. The platform also provides museums with access to a network of over 900 collectors and a vast array of art, antiques, and artifacts. Since its inception, Vastari has successfully facilitated numerous loans to museums worldwide, helping to streamline the process of organizing exhibitions and fostering collaboration between the private sector and cultural institutions.
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