Analysis

December 20, 2021

The six biggest UK tech fundraises that weren’t announced in 2021

The majority of UK funding rounds aren't announced to press.


Eleanor Warnock

5 min read

Pangaia

It may seem like every startup out there wants to shout to the rooftops about their latest fundraise. But the truth is that the majority of deals are never announced. 

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Eleanor Warnock

Eleanor Warnock is an advisor to VC firm Bek Ventures, and writes a newsletter on tech and writing. She was previously Sifted’s deputy editor. Find her on X and LinkedIn

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