Mark Anderson
With London being a global hub for technology and innovation, many promising startups have sprung up in recent years. Indeed, the capital city continues to cultivate a rich environment for tech companies to bloom, bolstered by access to world-class talent and vibrant tech ecosystems. This article will spotlight several emerging startups, born in 2020 or later and based in London, which are making waves in the Information Technology industry.
All these innovative enterprises, though diverse in their target markets and product offerings, share a common thread – the pursuit of cutting-edge technological solutions to meet varying consumer and corporate needs. From consumer tech to healthtech, and from artificial intelligence to software development, these companies are pushing the boundaries of what is possible, heralding under their banner the future of London’s vibrant tech scene.
Let’s delve in and discover more about these exciting businesses that are disrupting the status quo and revolutionizing their industries from their base in the heart of London.
Nothing
Consumer tech company Nothing develops digital technology products that aim to remove the barriers between people and technology. Co-founded by Carl Pei and Akis Evangelidis in 2020, Nothing creates smart, connected consumer electronics, including wireless headphones. Their mission is to bring artistry, passion, and trust back to the field of consumer technology. Follow them on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
Raycast
Raycast develops a specialised command bar software to assist developers to control their tools. With a built-in store to discover and install extensions such as Jira or GitHub, Raycast’s software enables easy access to various applications. Keep up with Raycast’s developments on their LinkedIn page.
Storm3
Specialising in global HealthTech recruitment, Storm3 connects health organizations with the talent to drive their mission. You can connect with them on LinkedIn.
Customuse
Customuse develops a virtual apparel design software intended to bring product ideas to life. The software offers an intuitive interface and unique templates to create outfits for virtual avatars, thus enabling users to design and sell their creations in popular games and in augmented reality and virtual reality environments.
Bitfount
At the forefront of data science technology is Bitfount. The company offers a distributed data science platform enabling data custodians and data scientists to collaborate on federated, privacy-preserving data analysis and AI/Machine Learning. Discover more about Bitfount on their LinkedIn page or follow them on Twitter.
HumanForest
HumanForest is a dockless, shared, and ad-supported e-bike service company aiming to revolutionize the way we commute. Follow their journey on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
Actable AI
Actable AI provides advanced analytics to extract highly accurate, unbiased, and actionable insights from data. Their cutting-edge technologies include AutoML, Explainable AI, and Causal AI. Actable AI is accessible via a Google Sheets add-on and web application. You can track their developments on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
BeZero Carbon
BeZero Carbon is building markets in environmental assets, starting with the Voluntary Carbon Market. Follow their climate-focused journey on Twitter and LinkedIn.
Glambook
Global beauty tech company Glambook provides a SaaS platform for self-employed beauty professionals and their clients. Stay in touch with Glambook on LinkedIn and Facebook.
Shackle
Digitizing the entire guest experience for hotels, Shackle is an app that streamlines the check-in process, room service ordering, and more. Keep updated with Shackle on Facebook and LinkedIn.
Earnr
For those engaged in the UK’s creator economy and running “side-hustle” businesses, finance and tax service Earnr is a useful tool. Founded in 2020, Earnr has been making financial management easier. Connect with them on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
As illustrated, the London tech scene is vibrant and eclectic, with a diverse array of startups innovating within the IT sector. These companies not only showcase the city’s tech prowess but also provide a glimpse into the future of the industry. As they continue to grow and evolve, these startups are certainly ones to watch.
