$2.0B
Microsoft and SoftBank are in talks to back the autonomous vehicle developer in a deal that could value the company at $8bn.
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The latest funding rounds from the UK tech ecosystem. Updated 16 October 2026.
Announcements
127
Total raised
£13.5B
disclosed amounts
£400K
The pre-seed round was led by SFC Capital with backing from Plug and Play.
"I am proud to see my rigorous research translated into trusted real-world AI innovation for the transport sector. With this investment, we can now realise my Future Leaders Fellowship vision, scaling a technology that empowers authorities across the UK to deliver integrated, net-zero transport."
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£54.2M
Brighton Park Capital led the Series B round, with participation from Ankona Capital and Hyperlink Ventures, to fund autonomous maritime technology development.
"At Orca AI, we are constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible when AI supports human decision-making at sea."
£1.0M
The funding round includes backing from Skyscanner founder Gareth Williams to support product development and sector expansion.
"This investment is a major vote of confidence in what we’re building. We’ve already proven the model with the NHS and Berkeley Group. Now we’re scaling fast into new sectors and new regions."
£23.0M
The UK Government led the round with a £20m investment to support upcoming rocket launches and development programmes.
"Britain’s impressive toolkit of scientific talent, world class facilities, and unique geography means we stand ready to lead the charge and to work together with our international partners as a key part of the new space revolution in Europe."
UK Government + 3 others
