This week in the UK tech scene saw some notable funding deals, including investments in HR platform Recfindr, security company Vizgard, and analytics provider Infinity.
According to recent updates, a total of £54 million was secured in tech investments across the UK between January 20th and January 24th, 2025. Here’s a summary of the key funding announcements:
Recfindr – £300,000
Industry: HR
Location: London
Funding Stage: Pre-seed
Investors: SFC Capital
Recfindr, launched last year, is aiming to revolutionize recruitment with an all-in-one platform designed for hiring managers. Their goal is to streamline the hiring process, potentially cutting the time needed to fill urgent positions by half.
Vizgard – £1.5 Million
Industry: Security
Location: London
Funding Stage: Series A
Investors: Sure Valley Ventures, Midwich Ignite, Focal
Founded in 2021 by former Royal Navy submariner Alex Kehoe, Vizgard intends to use the new funds to expand its reach and become a leader in AI vision automation, enhancing public safety with better camera-based systems.
TalentMapper – £2 Million
Industry: HR
Location: London
Funding Stage: Series A
Investors: Mercia Ventures, Haatch
TalentMapper, established in 2023, leverages AI and machine learning to identify and nurture skills within companies, helping organizations develop their talent more effectively.
Fundment – £45 Million
Industry: Financial Advisory
Location: London
Funding Stage: Series S
Investors: Highland Europe, ETFS Capital
Started in 2018 by asset management expert Ola Abdul, Fundment addresses the technological hurdles faced by financial advisors, striving to enhance their operational efficiency.
Infinity – £5 Million
Industry: Analytics
Location: Milton Keynes
Funding Stage: Debt
Investors: CIBC Innovation Banking
Infinity specializes in helping businesses analyze their marketing campaigns to determine which efforts are generating phone calls, supporting smarter business decision-making.
This funding week reflects the growing dynamism of the UK’s tech sector, with startups across various sectors attracting significant investments to fuel their growth.
