The financing round was led by Thrive Capital with backing from GV and Alphabet.
"We’re excited to bring together a top-tier investor group with deep AI and life sciences expertise as we aim to transform this industry through an interdisciplinary approach."
BGF led the Series A round with participation from existing backers including Octopus Ventures, Northern Gritstone, and Foresight.
"This funding comes at a pivotal moment as demand for high-speed optical communication systems is growing enormously. By developing world-class, high-performance infrared sensors, we are enabling industries to push the boundaries of connectivity, efficiency, and security by removing a technology bottleneck that has persisted for over 20 years."
Harry Kane has acquired a stake in the premium ticketing platform to support its expansion in live events.
"Throughout my career and in my personal life, I’ve seen the power of live events to inspire, unite, and create lasting memories. As an athlete, I know how much it means to fans to have those incredible experiences. Seat Unique is changing how people access these moments by creating better access to premium experiences, and I’m excited to be a part of their team."
— Harry Kane, England men’s football captain and Bayern Munich striker
The oversubscribed funding round was led by Fuel Ventures to scale artificial intelligence software for National Health Service trusts.
"We are thrilled by the strong investor backing for our vision to fundamentally improve NHS servicedelivery. This £1.5 million investment allows us to scale our technology more rapidly, helping NHStrusts eliminate unnecessary administrative burden, reduce reliance on costly external providers, andcrucially, get patients the timely care they need. We’re dedicated to empowering hospitals withsolutions that make a real-world difference for patients and healthcare professionals alike."
The investment was led by the West Midlands Co-Investment Fund alongside Ufi Ventures to support content expansion and international localisation.
"This investment will have a huge impact on Assemble You and our mission, allowing us to tackle the widespread problem of disengaged employees head-on. Traditional digital training methods simply aren’t working, and we’re providing a solution that’s not only more engaging but also truly accessible to everyone, including deskless and neurodiverse workers. This funding will enable us to expand our content library, reach more learners, and ultimately create a more skilled and future-ready workforce."