Wi-Fi Securities Limited is a cyber security company that aims to revolutionise the security of public access Wi-Fi. To realise this vision, the company is developing a unique patent-protected system called SpriteGuard™ which will protect you and your data from hackers by stopping you connecting to fake hotspots. The system is targeted towards the $550 bn worldwide hospitality industry and has the ability to expand to other large global markets like city-wide free Wi-Fi, airports and coffee shops. Moreover, Wi-Fi Securities Limited has a highly experienced Wi-Fi Securities management board that has a track record of delivering multi-million-pound projects from concept to successful commercial deployment.
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£1,014,708
Plerith works with high growth start-ups and scaling companies to plan for and deliver growth. The company asserts that it helps companies promote their business to potential funders, through its network of angel and venture capital investors depending on the stage and sector of the said business. Plerith is partnering with Newable and Bristol Private Equity Club to deliver the fund in the South West London (SWL) area and identify and invest in the most exciting high growth companies in the region. Plerith argues that its deep knowledge of fundraising, sales, strategy, finance and technology would help SWL businesses flourish. Plerith aims to provide investors access to the highest quality local companies in the SWL region.
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Morgan Goodwin is a UK-based company that pioneers the Combined Trading Platform (CTP) category, offering a comprehensive online platform for small businesses engaged in physical goods trading, along with specialized software development services, and a broad-spectrum business consultancy approach aimed at enhancing growth, efficiency, and technological advancement.
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£788,519
Doqit offers a solution for managing life admin tasks, helping you organize important information, set action dates, and receive timely reminders, ultimately streamlining tasks like insurance renewals and warranties to reduce unnecessary expenses and simplify your life. It provides secure storage and easy access for vital information, transitioning from chaos to simplicity.
Security is also a priority for Doqit. The platform ensures that your sensitive information is stored securely, giving you peace of mind knowing that you can access your important documents and data whenever you need them, all within a few clicks.
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£87,500
UTU is a company dedicated to building the trust infrastructure for the evolving web 3.0. They aim to facilitate safer and more reliable interactions between users and platforms by utilizing a decentralized reputation and reviews protocol. This protocol involves a non-tradable reputation token (UTT) that users can stake to endorse others, leading to positive outcomes. UTU's focus initially lies in Web3 and DeFi apps, where they provide AI-powered tools to curate trust signals and help users engage confidently in various online activities. They offer a range of products, including the UTU Trust Token, Browser Extension, and Trust API/SDK, all aimed at enhancing trust and security in digital interactions.
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£150,000
Cuckoo is an internet broadband provider. The company claims that incumbent internet providers treat customers with poor customer service, high prices, and complicated contracts. Cuckoo aims to change this by providing users with fair and transparent prices, simple contracts, high-quality routers, and responsive customer service. The company is currently developing its website and billing engine ahead of launching with its first customers in the second quarter of 2020. Cuckoo's business is in the pre-revenue stage. It expects to start generating revenue in May/June 2020 when they launch their broadband service. Cuckoo will use 50% of the investment towards paying salaries to staff, 25% as technology development fees, 10% as professional fees, 5% as rent, and 10% as AOB. Cuckoo's exit strategy is via a trade sale or listing in the United Kingdom.
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£69,622
AAZZUR is a fintechs company founded on a strong desire to make banking intelligent, individual and interconnected. It is reinventing the way banks are built, and its data can be used to increase monetization, satisfaction and retention. This company was founded 18 months ago, but in the last month, it was contacted by fintechs, banks and one insurance company to help them with their problems. AAZZUR provides tools for common functions for the banking space. Its entrepreneurial team has a depth of experience, and the company has been to one of the world-leading accelerators, techstars. Now, it is looking to work together with banks, and its team has developed a neo-bank offering in record time that they are going to be soft-launched soon.
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£400,991
Business Finance Market (BFM) is a financial technology platform that stimulates the market towards Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) lending via data in the UK. BFM claims that SMEs are gradually being excluded from mainstream banking. The company cites that in 1988, 40% of all bank lending went to SMEs. BFM points out that lending today is closer to 4% with an estimated £22 billion funding gap to the 5.9 million UK SMEs. BFM asserts that almost 90% of SME loan applications are stuck due to a lack of choice and transparency when it comes to securing finance. BFM aspires to solve this dilemma. It states that its technology allows SMEs to experience quicker finance decisions based on true addressable market access and allows lenders and intermediaries access to its platform to help manage the end-to-end application process, improve deal flow, and deliver faster credit decisions. BFM intends to exit via a trade sale within the financial sector.
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The first wholesaler to offer insurance products for B2B and B2C firms in the Sharing Economy. Inlet aims provide insurance for assets that have been peer-to-peer rented for the short term, or for the provision of services such as letting properties online, as these markets are not currently covered by traditional insurances.
Inlet generates revenue from commissions via insurance products at the point of sale and at policy renewal. Income in the form of interest payments is also earned from customers that choose to pay via direct debit on a monthly basis, as well as from fees applied to customers who wish to amend their policies.
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£256,514
ReCircle Recycling has designed an appliance meant for installation in households, businesses and new developments to grind glass bottles, compact metal cans, and flake plastic packaging straight into ready to use manufacturing material. This process allows Recircle Recycling to set up a new closed-loop system where packaging is endlessly recycled. It increases the purity and value of all the materials. When manufacturers finally have access to high-grade recycled to minimise their carbon footprints and where consumers and businesses receive payback for the true value of their recycled product. ReCircle collects and delivers materials from a common man's curb 3-8 times a year. It has established strong connections and technology developments with the UK University. ReCircle has also filed patents with the USA, Japan, China, Europe, and India. ReCircle is also building a close relationship with Swansea University. It intends to launch in California, which has the highest recycling rate in the US.
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£548,150
