16th August 2024
- 0 commentsThe identity verification startup Onfido has announced its acquisition by US payments giant Entrust with SFC Angel Network investors looking to make a 100x return in one of the largest tech exits of the decade.
9th August 2024
- 0 commentsLCR Angel Network, the prominent angel investment network operating in the Liverpool City Region, has rebranded to Gateway Angels.
The new name and brand identity reflect the organisation's vision to provide the gateway for angel investors seeking high-potential investment opportunities in the region's start-up ecosystem.
Founded in 2017 as the first network of Angel Investors in Liverpool City Region, Gateway Angels will continue to be supported by major regional eco-system player MSIF under its new brand, providing operational resources and strategic guidance to drive the network's growth and success.
2nd August 2024
- 0 commentsDeeptech Labs, a specialist in catalysing cutting-edge early stage deep tech companies and building regional ecosystems, has announced a partnership with British Business Investments' Regional Angels Programme. This collaboration will fuel strategic investment into the most promising UK deep tech startups, with a focus on commercialising breakthrough science for economic growth and social impact. The funding of £10m will be allocated to invest alongside Deeptech Labs’ existing and growing portfolio.
2nd August 2024
- 0 commentsFundmypitch has played a pivotal role in the recent successful fundraising campaign of Exact Comms, which has secured £155k in pre-seed investment.
2nd August 2024
- 0 commentsA female-focused investment network is on a mission to establish the North of the UK as the premier investment capital for women. With a strong commitment to fostering economic growth and gender equality, Lifted Ventures spearheads initiatives empowering female entrepreneurs and investors, ensuring that the North becomes a thriving hub for women's success.
12th July 2024
- 0 commentsNTU Enterprise has launched its new Angel Investor Network Programme, funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and delivered on behalf of Nottingham City Council by Nottingham Trent University, investment specialists Greenborough Management, B-Global and a range of local partners.
12th July 2024
- 0 commentsThe UKBAA Angel Investment Awards took place on 3rd July at Illuminate at the Science Museum in London.
Find out who won each of the night’s categories.
14th June 2024
- 0 commentsInvestors at the recent Dorset Business Angels pitch event were presented with a diverse range of companies seeking angel investment to accelerate their business growth. The event, held last Monday evening, featured five pitches, with two companies generating interest from potential investors.
7th June 2024
- 0 commentsThe 2024 EBAN Annual Congress in Tallinn, co-organised with Estonian Business Angels Network (EstBAN), has been a rounding success, bringing together 600+ angel investors and entrepreneurs, 50+ startups from around Europe and beyond, and 800+ networking meetings taking place throughout the week! This year we have featured premier workshops, insightful keynote speeches, and celebrated our community's achievements.
7th June 2024
- 0 commentsDuring the EBAN Gala Awards Dinner, angels from across Europe celebrated those who have made the greatest impact within the community.
7th June 2024
- 0 commentsThe creation of a new angel network, SWEBAN Network (formerly Nordic Angels) was formally announced at the recent EBAN Congress by EBAN board member, Christine Bjärkby. Their ambition is to provide a home for Angel Investors within the region and to support the growth of existing/new business angel groups within the region. It has always been a challenge for angels to find corporations within the Sweden, therefor SWEBAN wants to be a light house for the community to grow in the country.
EBAN interviewed Christine Bjärkby at the event.
24th May 2024
- 0 commentsThe record-breaking results of the 21/22 tax year were always going to be tough to trump in this year’s data. However, the figures for the tax year 22/23 indicate some green shoots of growth in key regions.