Mark Anderson
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The United Kingdom continues to assert itself as a leading global hub for innovation with a surge of new startups immersing various sectors. Despite a challenging year sparked by the COVID-19 pandemic, 2020 saw an eruption of new enterprises. In this feature, we spotlight startups based in London, focusing particularly on ventures specialising in Big Data.
“Big Data” is a term that refers to extremely large data sets that can be analysed to reveal patterns, trends and associations, primarily related to human behaviour and interactions. Applying this data in the real world has become a crucial cornerstone of industries from healthcare to finance.
The following are several London-based startups founded in 2020 that are pioneering the use of Big Data:
Bitfount
Founded by Blaise Thomson and Naaman Tammuz, Bitfount leverages machine learning to pioneer a platform for privacy-preserving data analysis. Its aim is to make the world’s intractable data safely interactable, revolutionising collaboration processes and data analysis in the tech industry. You can follow Bitfount on Twitter at @bitfount and LinkedIn at Bitfount.
DropsTab
DropsTab is a unique cryptocurrency market tracker, diligently tracking real-time data from a variety of exchange transactions within the sphere of the crypto market. The process encourages a better understanding of crypto-market behaviour, supporting its users in making more informed decisions. Find DropsTab on Twitter at @dropstab_com?lang=en and LinkedIn at DropsTab.
Gorton Software
Established by Abhi Bhardwaj, Gorton Software harnesses AI and data analytics technology to turn insightful data into competitive advantages for clients globally, creating bespoke technology-driven solutions for various industries.
Vizniti Solutions
Vizniti Solutions is a consulting firm rooted in the sectors of Big Data and Blockchain. Offering services in cloud computing, cyber security, and internet of things (IoT), Vizniti strives to deliver groundbreaking solutions for enterprises. You can find Vizniti Solutions on Twitter at @vizniti, Facebook at Vizniti and LinkedIn at Vizniti Solutions.
Borago Insights
Founded by Emma Haslam, Borago Insights combines analytics, big data, and consulting practices. Although the specifics of Borago’s services remain under wraps, you can follow their journey on Twitter at @BoragoInsights and LinkedIn at Borago Insights.
Airslip
Airslip, created by founders Jade Bates, Tom McDonough, is centred in the FinTech industry. They navigate modern tech advancements to offer groundbreaking financial and IT-based services. Follow Airslip’s progress on Twitter at @airslip1, Facebook at Airslip and LinkedIn at Airslip.
Tactic
Founders Jack Hodkinson and Rudolf Lai established Tactic with the aim of improving business efficiency. Their services utilise current enterprise software and predictive analytics to offer more actionable business insights. Stay updated with Tactic on Twitter at @tactic_fyi and LinkedIn at Tactic.
elm
Cian Kennedy and Emily Prevezer’s startup elm is devoted to enhancing retail brands’ ability to harness sales data for revenue generating insights and actions. Keep up with elm’s developments on Twitter at @getelmco and LinkedIn at elm.
Data Catalyst
Founded by Dr Nicholas Rendell and Jude Fisher, Data Catalyst simplifies the process of developing apps powered by aggregated data sources. You can follow Data Catalyst on Twitter at @datacatalyst_uk and LinkedIn at Data Catalyst.
Vast Dreams
Vast Dreams was founded by Abhishek Sehgal, Aditi Garg, and Swarnab Roy. Specialising in creating business solutions and enterprise-grade software infrastructure, Vast Dreams is achieving notable success. Connect with Vast Dreams on Facebook at Vast Dreams and LinkedIn at Vast Dreams.
DataClue
Founders Suki Nagra, Teddy Lazebnik, and Virginia Payne initiated DataClue, innovative venture offering a host of services rooted in AI, Big Data, and machine learning to support enterprises and promote sustainable practices. Follow DataClue on LinkedIn at DataClue.
These innovative startups epitomize the spirit of ingenuity, introducing unique, tech-driven solutions designed to revolutionise various industries. Though they’re young, given their potential, they are on a pathway to contribute significantly to the Big Data evolution.
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