It’s been a lively year for UK tech — from breakthrough successes to the continued rise of companies such as London-based Revolut, which this year locked in its status as Europe’s most valuable startup with a $75bn valuation.
11 UK companies VCs will be watching in 2026
We asked investors from Balderton, Atomico and more which UK startups they’ll be keeping an eye on in 2026.
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