Mark Anderson
The apps industry has seen a rapid boom in the last few years. The startup ecosystem, particularly in the UK, is no exception to this trend. A number of young companies are pushing the boundaries and introducing incredibly innovative ideas that promise to transform the industry. As part of our series highlighting UK-based startups, today we will showcase some exciting Apps startups that were established in or after 2020 and are headquartered in London.
These startups range from those focusing on personal finance and health care to others revolutionising the way we play games or socialise online. So, let’s explore the journey of these innovative companies, the services they offer and the very people who are behind these innovative ideas.
Bear in mind that the startups we are showcasing today not only have great potential in the market but are also positively impacting people’s lives, whether it’s by making financial services more accessible, healthcare more comprehensive, or simply by taking the stress out of our everyday tasks.
Atlantic Money
Founded in 2020 by Neeraj Baid and Patrick Kavanagh, Atlantic Money is a London-based financial services and technology company whose goal is to make international money transfers less expensive and more straightforward. The startup has what it boasts to be the world’s cheapest solution for money transfers in foreign currencies, offering international transactions for a flat fixed fee of £3 or €3 at the current exchange rates.
Raycast
Founded by Petr Nikolaev and Thomas Mann, Raycast is a software startup based in London, aiming at providing developers with efficient and versatile command bar software. the software offers a search bar for quickly searching commands and a built-in store for discovering and installing extensions such as Jira or GitHub, making access to various applications easier.
WeLinQ
The London-based mobile apps company, WeLinQ, was founded by Amit Kushwaha. While there is limited available information about the company at current, it lies in the intersection of Online Games and Personal Health, indicating an innovation-driven venture. It maintains active handles on Twitter , Facebook, and Linkedin.
PawaPay
London-based PawaPay, founded in 2020, provides mobile payment solutions to African consumers or businesses. PawaPay focuses on the mobile money infrastructure provided by telecom operators in Africa, turning these into a unique API capable of giving merchants seamless, reliable payments and access to over 300 million customers in more than ten markets.
Anima
London-based startup Anima was founded by Shun Pang. As a Care Enablement Platform, Anima seeks to resolve caseload quickly and safely. By speeding up the clinical workflow 10x, Anima aims to provide the right care for patients within 24 hours. As such, Anima is revolutionising the Health Care and Medical industry.
Shackle
Shackle is a London-based app that digitizes the entire guest experience for hotels. From pre-arrival check-in to room-service, Shackle enables guests to control their entire hotel experience from their own phone, simplifying the experience for both guests and hoteliers.
Earnr
Earnr, founded by Anil Nair, Enzo Ottens, and Jamie Leverton, is a financial service tool aimed at the U.K. creator economy and “side-hustles”. Based in London, Earnr was established in 2020 and has been growing steadily since.
Twig
Twig is a London-based fintech company, founded by Geri Cupi. The mobile app company primarily focuses on converting things into cash instantly, which in turn empowers the circular economy and offsets carbon lifestyle.
CLUB
CLUB, a mobile football fantasy game that allows users to create their own football club, was started by Chris Cragg in London, in 2020. This application is modernising the way sports enthusiasts engage with their favourite sport.
Camlist
Started by Moustafa Mahmoud, Camlist is a mobile app that allows users to buy and sell anything related to pets, pet services, and pet accessories. Camlist, founded in 2020, is based in London and is influencing the pet-care market.
Amity
Amity, a London-based app that is revolutionising online communities, is co-founded by Francesca Gargaglia, Korawad Chearavanont, Touchapon Kraisingkorn. Amity’s Social Cloud enables developers to add plug-and-play social features to any app or website, thereby bridging the gap between users and social experiences.
In conclusion, these startups demonstrate the UK’s capacity for innovation and creativity in the field of mobile applications. Each with their groundbreaking ideas and perseverance, these companies are transforming the world of applications and paving the way for a more interconnected, efficient and enhanced user experience.
