Mark Anderson
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The pace of innovation and growth in the UK’s startup scene has been meteoric in recent years, particularly for those operating in the field of Computer Vision. This year, amidst a global pandemic, various emerging companies have used the opportunity to use AI and machine learning technologies to innovate and provide necessary services in a rapidly changing world. Their efforts have resulted in increased interest, investment and momentum in the UK Computer Vision sector. In this series of articles, we will be looking at ten of the most promising Computer Vision startups of 2020, all UK based, working in multiple disciplines from E-commerce, Healthcare to Industrial Automation.
An integral part of the digital world, the Computer Vision industry continues to evolve, focusing on making machines ‘see’ and understand the visual world as humans do, by automatically extracting, analyzing, and understanding useful information from an individual image or a sequence of images. Many UK startups have embraced this technology, harnessing advanced algorithms and machine learning techniques directly aimed at creating groundbreaking services and products.
Let’s jump in and take a closer look at these innovative startups, delving into what they do, the solutions and technologies they employ, their unique selling points, and the entrepreneurs powering their journey.
Encord
Firmly positioned in the Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, and Machine Learning industry, Encord is based in London, England. Founded by Eric Landau, Leeho Lim, and Ulrik Stig Hansen, it offers a comprehensive AI-assisted platform for collaboratively annotating data, orchestrating active learning pipelines, fixing dataset errors, and diagnosing model errors & biases. Visit their LinkedIn for more details.
Rabipearl
Manchester-based startup Rabipearl Ltd. was founded in 2020 by Amir Kotaiche and Ben Emma. It operates in various sectors including 3D Technology, Augmented Reality, Blockchain, and Computer Vision. Rabipearl’s core product, Strobeam, is being used to build Metaverse, AR/VR/XR, Blockchain, and AI solutions. Stay updated with them on Facebook and LinkedIn.
Metalynx
Metalynx, based in London, England, and founded by Kanwal Bhatia empowers data owners and domain experts to create their own computer vision applications with minimal technical training, by translating the workflow of a computer vision practitioner into low/no-code software.
Verchable
Verchable, also based in London, is led by Abhi Arora and Deniz Cicek Elitez. The startup operates in the Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, and Video industries. Find Verchable on Facebook and LinkedIn.
DOCK-Y
DOCK-Y, a Warwickshire-based technology innovation company is on a mission to make micro-mobility safer, smarter, and more secure. Their AI technology improves ride safety for micro-mobility devices, employing computer vision, machine learning, and sensor fusion to detect hazards and assist safe road usage. Follow their journey on LinkedIn.
SATIS.AI
London-based SATIS.AI, a member of Nvidia inception programme and Techstars Farm to Fork accelerator, uses AI to execute functions in autonomous restaurant kitchens, aimed at improving decision-making and lowering mistakes. Follow their growth on LinkedIn.
NeuroNav, a healthcare startup from London, uses augmented reality and computer vision technology for surgical navigation. Visit their page on LinkedIn and follow them on Twitter.
Grayscale AI
Grayscale AI, also based in London, provides next-generation computer vision and neuromorphic AI to various industries from Aerospace, Automotive to Logistics to increase efficiency, lower costs, and improve sustainability. Learn more about them on their LinkedIn page.
EnVsion
Startups like EnVsion, co-founded by Eddie Forson and Stathis Eleftheriadis, help businesses work 10x times faster with their videos providing an end-to-end platform. They are on Twitter and LinkedIn.
Autocanteen
Autocanteen, an artificial intelligence self-checkout solution, automates the routine work of canteen employees. Co-founded by Rosty Kerei and Sergii Khomenko, their system can identify anything from fruits to meal plates with visual discovery. More updates on their Facebook and LinkedIn page.
Glaize
Last but not least, Glaize is redefining women’s nail care through technology and science with their made-to-measure gels by Gina Farran. Check out their Facebook and LinkedIn page.
Each of these startups highlights the thriving and innovative Computer Vision industry in the UK. By continually progressing and pushing boundaries, they all continue to make impactful contributions to their respective industries – truly cementing the UK at the forefront of global innovation in Computer Vision.
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