Optalysys cofounder and CEO Nick New.

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February 18, 2026

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Tom Nugent

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Nick New is in good spirits when he joins a video call from his 12th-floor office in Leeds.

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Tom Nugent

Tom Nugent is Sifted’s managing editor. He covers university spinouts and robotics. Follow him on X and LinkedIn

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