This week (October 13–17, 2025), the UK tech sector attracted a substantial £201.3 million in investment across eight funding rounds, marking a 65% increase from the previous week. These investments span various areas, including robotics, AI infrastructure, and autonomous driving technologies.
Dexory – £165 million
Dexory, a UK-based robotics company specializing in warehouse stock management, secured £165 million in its third funding round. The investment, led by Eurazeo, will support the company’s expansion in Britain and the U.S., including the establishment of a new flagship facility in North America and scaling operations in Oxfordshire. Dexory’s autonomous robots, capable of scanning warehouse inventory up to 15 meters high, are already utilized by major logistics and manufacturing firms such as GXO, Maersk, DHL, and Stellantis. (The Times)
Nscale – £1.3 billion
UK-based AI data centre start-up Nscale, backed by Nvidia, secured a deal with Microsoft potentially worth up to $14 billion (£1.3 billion). This agreement includes deploying approximately 116,600 Nvidia GPUs over the next 12–18 months. The deal builds on an existing $6.2 billion contract to deliver 52,000 GPUs in Norway and boosts Nscale’s ambitions for a public offering by late 2026. Investor confidence, bolstered by Nvidia’s endorsement and £500 million investment, has positioned Nscale as a major AI infrastructure contender in Europe. (Financial Times)
Wayve – $2 billion
UK-based AI start-up Wayve is in early-stage discussions with Microsoft and SoftBank to raise between $1 billion and $2 billion in a new funding round, potentially valuing the company at around $8 billion. Wayve focuses on developing AI technology for self-driving vehicles and has emerged as a leader in the UK’s AI sector. The company previously raised $1 billion in a 2024 round led by SoftBank, with Microsoft also participating. Wayve’s approach to autonomous driving differs from competitors by using generalisable AI that doesn’t require extensive city-specific mapping, operating with less costly sensors and computing equipment. (Financial Times)
Wild Bioscience – £5 million
Wild Bioscience, an AI-driven agtech company, raised £5 million in a funding round to expand its operations. The company focuses on utilizing artificial intelligence to enhance agricultural practices, aiming to improve sustainability and efficiency in the sector. (UKTN)
Gladys – £1.3 million
Beauty tech group Gladys secured £1.3 million in funding to support its growth initiatives. The company specializes in developing innovative technology solutions for the beauty industry, aiming to enhance customer experiences and streamline operations. (UKTN)
Trogenix – £1.5 million
Trogenix, a UK-based company, raised £1.5 million in a funding round to support its expansion plans. The company focuses on developing advanced technologies in its sector, aiming to drive innovation and growth. (UKTN)
Munro – £2 million
Munro, a UK-based company, secured £2 million in funding to support its growth initiatives. The company specializes in developing innovative solutions in its industry, aiming to enhance its market position and expand its operations. (UKTN)
Sitehop – £7.5 million
Quantum-proof cybersecurity startup Sitehop raised £7.5 million in a funding round to bolster its efforts in developing advanced security solutions. The company focuses on providing robust cybersecurity measures to protect against emerging threats in the digital landscape. (UKTN)
These investments underscore the UK’s growing prominence in AI and tech infrastructure, attracting significant global interest. The surge in funding reflects a broader trend of increased investor confidence in the UK’s tech ecosystem, driven by advancements in AI and related technologies.
This week (October 13–17, 2025), the UK tech sector attracted £201.3 million across eight funding rounds, marking a 65% increase from the previous week. These investments span various areas, including robotics, AI infrastructure, and autonomous driving technologies.
Dexory – £165 million
Dexory, a UK-based robotics company specializing in warehouse stock management, secured £165 million in its third funding round. The investment, led by Eurazeo, will support the company’s expansion in Britain and the U.S., including the establishment of a new flagship facility in North America and scaling operations in Oxfordshire. Dexory’s autonomous robots, capable of scanning warehouse inventory up to 15 meters high, are already utilized by major logistics and manufacturing firms such as GXO, Maersk, DHL, and Stellantis. (The Times)
Wild Bioscience – £45 million
Wild Bioscience, an AI-driven agtech company, raised £45 million in a Series A funding round. The investment, supported by EIT, Oxford Science Enterprises, Braavos Capital, and the University of Oxford, will enable the company to expand its operations. Founded in 2021, Wild Bioscience leverages artificial intelligence to enhance precision crop breeding, aiming to improve sustainability and efficiency in agriculture. (UKTN)
Wayve – $2 billion
UK-based AI start-up Wayve is in early-stage discussions with Microsoft and SoftBank to raise between $1 billion and $2 billion in a new funding round, potentially valuing the company at around $8 billion. Wayve focuses on developing AI technology for self-driving vehicles and has emerged as a leader in the UK’s AI sector. The company previously raised $1 billion in a 2024 round led by SoftBank, with Microsoft also participating. (UKTN)
Sitehop – £7.5 million
Quantum-proof cybersecurity startup Sitehop raised £7.5 million in a funding round to bolster its efforts in developing advanced security solutions. The company focuses on providing robust cybersecurity measures to protect against emerging threats in the digital landscape. (UKTN)
Gladys – £1.3 million
Beauty tech group Gladys secured £1.3 million in funding to support its growth initiatives. The company specializes in developing innovative technology solutions for the beauty industry, aiming to enhance customer experiences and streamline operations. (UKTN)
Trogenix – £1.5 million
Trogenix, a UK-based company, raised £1.5 million in a funding round to support its expansion plans. The company focuses on developing advanced technologies in its sector, aiming to drive innovation and growth. (UKTN)
Munro – £2 million
Munro, a UK-based company, secured £2 million in funding to support its growth initiatives. The company specializes in developing innovative solutions in its industry, aiming to enhance its market position and expand its operations. (UKTN)
Synthax – £500,000
Synthax, an AI-powered operating system for outpatient clinics, announced it has closed a £500,000 funding round at a £6.5 million post-money valuation. The investment, led by Fuel Ventures, will support the company’s efforts to enhance its platform and expand its reach in the healthcare sector. (UK Tech News)
These investments underscore the UK’s growing prominence in AI and tech infrastructure, attracting significant global interest. The surge in funding reflects a broader trend of increased investor confidence in the UK’s tech ecosystem, driven by advancements in AI and related technologies.