Venture Capital

The new reality for venture capital as we approach 2026

A tale of contrasting currents

Inside Michelle Robson's mission to redraw Europe's venture map

How start-ups can thrive in 2026 by embedding resilience, leveraging technology, and turning climate impact into a core business advantage.

From private equity founders to AI pioneers embedded in traditional sectors, this Entrepreneur UK feature brings together voices championing the hidden industries driving Britain's economy - and why they deserve more attention.

The Saudi Experience

A landmark study released today reveals the core traits shared by billion-dollar startup founders across the UK, Europe and North America

The Navigate Ventures founder Ivan Nikkhoo explains why team, timing, and capital efficiency—not hype - are the true drivers of early-stage success.

Sergey Toporov, Partner at early-stage deep tech VC Leta Capital, isn't here for your over-polished pitch deck. He wants clarity, timing, and founders who can take a punch - and still keep building.

Jim Mellon, Executive Chairman of Agronomics, a leading VC firm that is helping to curate a future wave of biotech's in the UK, reveals what investors really want - and how founders can stand out.

UK tech founders routinely work 60+ hour weeks, sacrificing salaries, stability, and time with their families to pursue their vision. Despite showing Olympic-level dedication, many feel they receive little recognition for their efforts. Yet, 100% say they love what they do.

Approaching 2025, Entrepreneur UK examines expert insights on artificial intelligence, the shifting economic landscape, and the evolving talent market to provide founders with essential guidance for the road ahead

In the competitive landscape of startup funding, Belong's achievement of securing the largest pre-seed round in Europe by a female founding team, totalling £2.95 million, is a journey of overcoming the odds.

Discover key strategies to win over investors, prove your market fit, and secure the funding your startup needs to thrive.

In the United Kingdom, a vibrant venture capital (VC) landscape has given rise to some of the world's most active firms supporting the growth of startups and fostering the development of local, regional and global entrepreneurial ecosystems.