Wurkr is a video platform designed to emulate a physical office environment in a virtual setting. It enables users to communicate and collaborate with colleagues in real-time, regardless of their location. The platform offers a range of features, including external guest meetings, screen sharing, and messaging, facilitating seamless interactions and productivity for remote teams. By providing these tools, Wurkr allows users to work effectively from anywhere, enhancing the experience of remote collaboration.
Equity Crowdfunding in 2018
Agility Scales is focused on enhancing workplace efficiency through a platform that offers crowdsourced business workflows and peer-to-peer guides. By prioritizing bottom-up exploration and gamification, the platform seeks to foster true business agility, encouraging innovation and productivity. Instead of traditional top-down transformation approaches, Agility Scales provides step-by-step guides accessible via smartphones and tablets, enabling users to navigate their work environments more effectively. The company leverages machine learning and personalized recommendations to empower individuals to become guides and explorers in their professional lives, ultimately aiming to make jobs better and easier for everyone involved.
Blurrt is a social analytics and content software platform that enables users to collect, analyze, and engage with their social media audiences in real time. The platform processes thousands of social media posts using advanced search queries, allowing users to efficiently identify and showcase relevant content. Blurrt provides actionable insights into various metrics, including emotional reactions, conversation topics, data volume, reach, gender demographics, and geolocation. This functionality supports users in telling compelling stories and creating content based on online conversations, enhancing their ability to connect with audiences effectively.
Since 2014, eSolidar has been connecting consumers with social causes and enabling charities to diversify their fundraising base & reach new audiences through online charity shops, donations and special charity auctions with celebrities & brands. After reaching 50K registered users and almost 800 charities, we're now getting businesses involved. eSolidar for businesses is a solution that allows companies to better engage, empower and connect employees, while amplifying their social impact and CSR strategies, to create a culture of collaboration and giving back within any organisation.
Nattr is a mobile application that crowdsources text responses. Its available for the iOS platform. The application enables its users to ask friends or audiences their feed backs and opinions and allows them to respond to other users as well. Nattr was founded by Laura Russell and Melanie Mercier in 2014; and is headquartered in London, England.
Equity Crowdfunding in 2016
Their mission is to fund art, making everyone a collector. BeArt is a rewards-based crowdfunding platform for art creators and lovers. They work directly with artists, art institutions, art professionals and other cultural producers to help hand design campaigns so that they engage backers who want to support the production of art. Backers can fund and develop both exciting emerging talents, as well as new projects by well-established artists and professionals. Joining this community gives everyone the opportunity not only to be involved in the art-making process, but also to become an art collector. By helping fund projects, backers don’t just get rewards. In exchange for their pledge, they can start building their own collection by receiving original works of art and taking part to unique experiences exclusively designed for them. Anyone can make art happen!
UK temporary employment is worth £26 bn per year. The €415 bn annual global agency work market continues to grow and society demands ever increasing workplace flexibility. Canyudo is a service which aims to serve that market, delivering live, local staffing - with added, social value. For managers, Canyudo helps fill job vacancies at short notice, save time and help businesses run efficiently. For workers, Canyudo locates work opportunities & helps ‘close the deal’. It shows the best employers, as well as which jobbers are quickest, punctual or high-scoring. They’re launching Canyudo to match jobbers and managers & promote workplace meritocracy. Using game-design, performance leagues and individual achievements badges, Canyudo is made to make work more like play. Canyudo uses the best of the “sharing economy” - contextual messaging & location services to create a new, high-value solution for the huge gap in today’s job market.
Call of the Brave is a new start-up company. They want to go about their business as ethically as possible. They can only achieve this by being transparent about how they operate and by continuously striving to improve. Call of the Brave is an individual tee-shirt design crowdfunding platform. Anyone can upload a design, and, if a minimum number of pre-orders are taken before the campaign end-date, they print the tees on ethically produced tee shirts and send them out to people that have ordered them. Their story started with Dave, until recently just a regular t-shirt wearing web designer with a general feeling that they should think more about how they consume and where things come from. Then came news of the Rana Plaza factory collapse in Bangladesh, which killed 1,134 people as they worked in appalling conditions to produce garments for high street labels like Primark, Matalan and Mango. Dave's heart went out to those who suffered and his head got thinking about the system that allows people to be exploited just to save a few pence at the till. Dave decided to put together his love of t-shirts, web design and sustainable fashion to found Call of the Brave. Their mission (everyone needs a mission) is to change the fashion industry - one t-shirt at a time. They say goodbye to mass produced designs and sweatshop labour, hello to unique artwork on ethically produced, high quality garments.
Quuu Limited operates a content suggestion platform designed to enhance social media engagement. Founded in 2015 and based in Romford, United Kingdom, Quuu connects with Buffer to facilitate the scheduling and sharing of content. The platform offers hand-reviewed content suggestions, ensuring that each post is relevant and valuable to users. Quuu also provides Team Plans, which enable users to create teams and collaborate effectively on social media scheduling. By promoting clients' content in a non-advertorial manner, Quuu helps businesses grow their online presence without the need for traditional advertisements.
Blurrt is a social analytics and content software platform that enables users to collect, analyze, and engage with their social media audiences in real time. The platform processes thousands of social media posts using advanced search queries, allowing users to efficiently identify and showcase relevant content. Blurrt provides actionable insights into various metrics, including emotional reactions, conversation topics, data volume, reach, gender demographics, and geolocation. This functionality supports users in telling compelling stories and creating content based on online conversations, enhancing their ability to connect with audiences effectively.
IdeaSquares Worldwide Ltd is an online platform headquartered in Bristol, United Kingdom, that connects individuals with business ideas to crowdfunding platforms and potential investors. Established in 2013, it serves as a global virtual incubator where users can validate their business concepts. The platform facilitates the formation of networks among supporters and early adopters, providing crucial advice and resources to enhance the likelihood of success for new ideas. Investors can also utilize the platform to discover and explore investment opportunities in emerging companies.
Equity Crowdfunding in 2015
Tibdit is an online platform that facilitates micro-payments and micro-rewarding, aiming to integrate small transactions into everyday online interactions. The platform allows users to make tiny payments effortlessly, effectively serving as a means for fans to express appreciation to content creators and publishers through monetary tokens. By fostering casual micro-payment markets, Tibdit seeks to enhance the way individuals engage with digital content, making financial contributions a seamless part of the online experience.
Equity Crowdfunding in 2015
PLEDGESPORTS is a revolutionary new crowdfunding platform for sports people, teams, clubs, and brands. "Money should never be the reason a talented athlete quits their dream" But it so often is. We want to help athletes become the best they can be AND make their country proud! Through our award-winning website, we do that by providing a platform for athletes to raise money on to pursue their dreams, while also building their profile and fan base. By supporting your chosen athlete, team or club, you are having a direct impact on their careers and helping them achieve their dream. YOU can be a part of their journey and share in their success! To show their gratitude, you receive a reward for your contribution anything from a personalised thank you to a handmade gift, a one-on-one lesson, or a motivational talk for your organisation. The possibilities are endless.
Hotstreet is the solution to drive more traffic into your stores by using social media locally and engage with customers around your business. Is a web based platform to understand, define and engage users around your stores in real time, by knowing where they are and their local context using the public data of social media in a very specific area. - First, log in with Twitter, then create your map, where is your store? and set the range of kilometers around it. - Second, choose the keywords you may want to follow. - Finally, Hotstreet is going to collect all the social media activity around your location and report you influencers, keywords, most active users in real time. You can create as many maps as you want, is useful if you are a franchise, and you can open your map anytime to monitor in real time the activity or invite other users to your maps as guests. With this information you can create a campaign with rewards or promotions so you also have the opportunity to connect with the users in that area and invite them to your store. Is Real Time Actionable Data.
Pollen is a global publishing platform that enables users to connect with friends and fans through photos, videos, and microblogs. It offers a space for individuals to share their thoughts and experiences while also providing opportunities to monetize their engagement. In addition to its social features, Pollen specializes in curating and delivering travel experiences, allowing users to access reviews and make bookings for various activities, such as hotel upgrades, boat parties, brunches, VIP club access, and artist meet-and-greets. This dual focus on social interaction and travel planning helps users seamlessly share their experiences and plan memorable trips.
Equity Crowdfunding in 2014
IdeaSquares Worldwide Ltd is an online platform headquartered in Bristol, United Kingdom, that connects individuals with business ideas to crowdfunding platforms and potential investors. Established in 2013, it serves as a global virtual incubator where users can validate their business concepts. The platform facilitates the formation of networks among supporters and early adopters, providing crucial advice and resources to enhance the likelihood of success for new ideas. Investors can also utilize the platform to discover and explore investment opportunities in emerging companies.
Trillion Fund Limited operates a clean energy crowdfunding platform that facilitates peer-to-peer loans, community share raises, and bonds for environmental and social initiatives. Established in 2011 and headquartered in London, the company is recognized as the largest social crowdfunding platform in the UK, aiming to mobilize significant financial resources to combat climate change. Trillion Fund connects a diverse group of stakeholders, including developers, asset managers, and activists, to enable individuals to invest in renewable energy projects that are both impactful and financially viable. The platform emphasizes the critical funding required globally to address climate challenges, positioning crowdfunding as a viable solution for financing sustainable energy initiatives.
Powr of You is a consumer intelligence platform that facilitates a connection between brands and consumers, enabling both parties to benefit from the insights derived from digital behaviors. The platform allows brands to gain a comprehensive understanding of consumer behavior across various devices and platforms, which enhances marketing effectiveness. Meanwhile, consumers are empowered to manage their digital presence in one centralized location and receive financial rewards based on their data contributions. This innovative approach shifts the dynamics of data ownership from traditional providers to the consumers themselves, fostering a mutually beneficial relationship.
Ignidata is a London-based company that specializes in market research through a business analytics platform. The firm focuses on connecting brands with consumers by distributing, analyzing, and processing streaming data. Ignidata offers an innovative alternative to traditional market research methods, which can often be time-consuming and biased. By allowing consumers to respond to brand inquiries in exchange for access to premium content, such as articles and games, Ignidata facilitates real-time data collection and analysis. This approach helps businesses effectively measure their strategies, understand customer preferences, and adjust campaigns as needed. With services starting at €0.25 per response, Ignidata provides accessible and actionable insights, making market research easier and more efficient for companies of all sizes.
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Pre Seed Round in 2014
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IdeaSquares Worldwide Ltd is an online platform headquartered in Bristol, United Kingdom, that connects individuals with business ideas to crowdfunding platforms and potential investors. Established in 2013, it serves as a global virtual incubator where users can validate their business concepts. The platform facilitates the formation of networks among supporters and early adopters, providing crucial advice and resources to enhance the likelihood of success for new ideas. Investors can also utilize the platform to discover and explore investment opportunities in emerging companies.
Colourstory Ltd. operates a web-based platform that allows users to create and share visual representations of their experiences and tastes through colors extracted from their photo collections. Founded in 2014 and based in Bristol, United Kingdom, the platform provides a free service that encourages users to turn their personal images into unique artworks, revealing patterns and trends within their photo albums. The concept originated from founder Arthur Buxton’s visualizations of color trends in famous paintings, aiming to democratize this artistic method for a broader audience. Users can design and print their creations, effectively transforming their social media content and personal photos into colorful narratives.
Equity Crowdfunding in 2014
IdeaSquares Worldwide Ltd is an online platform headquartered in Bristol, United Kingdom, that connects individuals with business ideas to crowdfunding platforms and potential investors. Established in 2013, it serves as a global virtual incubator where users can validate their business concepts. The platform facilitates the formation of networks among supporters and early adopters, providing crucial advice and resources to enhance the likelihood of success for new ideas. Investors can also utilize the platform to discover and explore investment opportunities in emerging companies.
GoCarShare is a car-sharing platform that connects passengers with drivers traveling to similar destinations. The service aims to facilitate cost-effective travel by allowing users to book seats in advance and find rides that align with their plans. GoCarShare is focused on expanding its reach across Europe and potentially beyond. To enhance user experience, the platform plans to integrate with social media and mapping services, providing valuable information about fellow users and their routes. Additionally, GoCarShare is developing mobile applications to offer a convenient last-minute transportation option, making it easier for individuals to utilize car-sharing as an alternative to traditional modes of transport.
Equity Crowdfunding in 2014
Blue Crow Media is an independent publisher specializing in city guide applications for iOS and Android, focusing on specialty food experiences in London and New York. The company offers a range of expertly curated and visually appealing guides, including titles such as London's Best Coffee, New York's Best Coffee, Craft Beer London, Craft Beer New York, and Burgerapp. These applications are developed through collaboration with professional writers, photographers, designers, and developers, ensuring users have access to the best casual food and drink venues in these vibrant cities.
GoCarShare is a car-sharing platform that connects passengers with drivers traveling to similar destinations. The service aims to facilitate cost-effective travel by allowing users to book seats in advance and find rides that align with their plans. GoCarShare is focused on expanding its reach across Europe and potentially beyond. To enhance user experience, the platform plans to integrate with social media and mapping services, providing valuable information about fellow users and their routes. Additionally, GoCarShare is developing mobile applications to offer a convenient last-minute transportation option, making it easier for individuals to utilize car-sharing as an alternative to traditional modes of transport.
Microco.sm is a platform for discussion boards: like tumblr, for forums. Discussion boards are the most compelling way to bring together communities with shared interests. Microcosm's mission is to improve the technology that powers discussion boards, and use this foundation to create a better experience for communities. Founded in late 2012, Microcosm raised £50,000 on the crowdfunding website Seedrs. The alpha product was released privately in May 2013. A public beta is currently in development.
Equity Crowdfunding in 2013
Microco.sm is a platform for discussion boards: like tumblr, for forums. Discussion boards are the most compelling way to bring together communities with shared interests. Microcosm's mission is to improve the technology that powers discussion boards, and use this foundation to create a better experience for communities. Founded in late 2012, Microcosm raised £50,000 on the crowdfunding website Seedrs. The alpha product was released privately in May 2013. A public beta is currently in development.
CrowdCan.Do, a trading name of Collaboration Events Limited, is developing an innovative online platform designed for the events and ticketing markets. This platform allows event organizers to manage their events and sell tickets online, utilizing crowdfunding technology to mitigate the financial risks associated with hosting events. By enabling organizers to sell advance tickets, CrowdCan.Do helps them raise necessary funds before the event takes place. Additionally, the platform offers a free mobile application for both Android and iOS devices, providing organizers with tools to manage, scan, and authorize tickets efficiently.
Equity Crowdfunding in 2012
Microco.sm is a platform for discussion boards: like tumblr, for forums. Discussion boards are the most compelling way to bring together communities with shared interests. Microcosm's mission is to improve the technology that powers discussion boards, and use this foundation to create a better experience for communities. Founded in late 2012, Microcosm raised £50,000 on the crowdfunding website Seedrs. The alpha product was released privately in May 2013. A public beta is currently in development.
Equity Crowdfunding in 2012
Uevoc is a mobile application that enables users to create and participate in challenges with friends, family, or a broader community. Launched in January 2012 in London, the app allows individuals to propose tasks and compete for rewards, fostering engagement and interaction among users. It facilitates both individual and group challenges, providing a platform for social connection and friendly competition. Through its design, Uevoc aims to enhance user experience by making challenges accessible and rewarding.