Russ Shaw, founder of Tech London Advocates and Global Tech Advocates, shares his predictions for the UK technology industry.
Another year in the thriving UK tech sector has come and gone, and despite uncertainties that continue to linger within the current political climate, it was once more a hugely successful year for the country’s technology industry.
Whether it be the enormous fundraising success of VR firm Improbable, or the continued prosperity of the FinTech sector, British startups are showcasing strength and innovation on a global scale, and we can be confident 2018 will offer more of the same.
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Despite concerns around the Brexit negotiations, growth in key tech verticals has been on the rise. The FinTech investment market has looked particularly healthy, with recent data from London & Partners and Pitchbook showing that as of October more than £760m of VC funding had been ploughed into the UK tech firms disrupting the finance sector, indicating a scale of investment that is set to break new records....