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As February rolls around, it looks like the world of funding is in full force. And this week, a whole new host of startups have launched their crowdfunding campaigns, helping them raise capital from customers, investors and brand fans alike.
So, who is crowdfunding this week? Here, we take a look…
Gambit Robotics
How much are they raising: £7,350
Website: gambitrobotics.ai
SEIS/EIS? No
About: Gambit is an AI cooking companion that is mounted above your stove and watches your food cook in real time.
By attaching magnetically above the stove, Gambit is able to automatically detect any burning, notify you when food reaches a certain heat and speaks to you when you might be missing a step.
Where to invest: Kickstarter
Charles
How much are they raising: TBC
Website: charles.co
SEIS/EIS? TBC
About: Charles is a French digital health company that operates both online and in-person clinics.
Through Charles, users can get personalised recommendations on areas like sexual health, sleep, weight and hair, allowing them to speak to French specialist doctors with the click of a button.
Where to invest: Crowdcube
Scientific Sanitation Solutions
How much are they raising: £450,000
Website: www.scisan.co.uk
SEIS/EIS? Yes, EIS
About: Scientific Sanitation Solutions is a water purification sachet that delivers medical grade sanitation without using toxic chemicals.
These alternative, biodegradable sachets mean companies no longer need to use chemical-rich and bulky disinfectants, but can use solutions that keep areas clean without all the nasties.
Where to invest: Republic Europe
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Oxford Drug Design
How much are they raising: £700,001
Website: oxforddrugdesign.com
SEIS/EIS? Yes, EIS
About: Oxford Drug Design is setting out to treat major cancers. By merging GenAI with biochemistry, they are looking to explore new therapies that can improve responses against up to 70% of tumours.
The company has raised £13m in competitive grants to date and is led by a suite of experienced professionals from companies like Pfizer, Merck and GSK.
Where to invest: Republic Europe
thelittleloop
How much are they raising: £670,008
Website: thelittleloop.com
SEIS/EIS? Yes, EIS
About: The little loop is a brand that allows people to buy pre-loved children’s clothes from the UK’s best brands for a fraction of their normal price.
The brand allows parents to both buy and sell items, offering a specialised platform for those looking for affordable childrenswear.
Where to invest: Republic Europe
Celljevity
How much are they raising: €3,000,015
Website: celljevity.life
SEIS/EIS? No
About: Cellgevity is a biotech company looking to reverse aging through epigenetic cell reprogramming.
The company is looking to shift away from ‘reactive medicine’ to proactive healthcare by mixing areas of stem cell science, AI and clinical care. By combining science with clinical results, they are looking to reverse aging at the cellular level.
Where to invest: Republic Europe
modobloom
How much are they raising: £1,881
Website: modobloomshop.com
SEIS/EIS? No
About: modobloom have created a pill organiser that is easier to use and fits more seamlessly into a person’s home. As a company, modobloom believes that current wellness tools are too cold and clinical. Through their useful but stylish pill box, they aim to make their products a proud part of your home, not a hidden one.
Where to invest: Kickstarter
Kraken SPV
How much are they raising: TBC
Website: www.kraken.com
SEIS/EIS? TBC
About: Kraken, one of the world’s most popular platforms for trading digital assets, is offering investment via this Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV).
What this means is that instead of buying shares in Kraken directly, investors will hold shares in the SPV, which will be managed by Republic Europe.
Where to invest: Republic Europe
Whizz Education
How much are they raising: £125,000 wider funding round
Website: www.whizz.com
SEIS/EIS? Yes, EIS
About: Whizz Education is an edtech company that helps children improve their maths through their online tutoring platform.
The platform acts as a virtual tutor, supporting students around the UK and internationally. To date, the platform has seen over 1 million children tutored and is looking to expand across Africa.
Where to invest: Crowdcube
