Analysis

July 20, 2023

The 9 biggest unannounced UK fundraises of 2023

More than two thirds of rounds go unannounced


While it might seem like most founders can’t wait to announce their latest funding round, more often than not startups keep quiet, according to research by data platform Beauhurst. 

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Pollinate founders Al Lukies, Fiona Roach Canning, Jonathan Hughes and Tim Joslyn
Pollinate founders Al Lukies, Fiona Roach Canning, Jonathan Hughes and Tim Joslyn
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Kai Nicol-Schwarz

Kai Nicol-Schwarz was a senior reporter at Sifted. He covered AI and UK tech.

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