London, 15 November 2025:
The UK startup ecosystem recorded a dramatic rebound in venture activity this week, with total funding surging to £169.06 million, marking a 1,607% week-on-week jump across six deals, according to UKTN’s latest tracker.
Fintech, health tech, insurtech, cybersecurity and AI dominated the flow of capital, underscoring investor confidence in sectors aligned with digital payments, life sciences and intelligent automation.
Zilch Leads the Pack With £134.2 Million
Flexible payments fintech Zilch emerged as the week’s biggest winner, raising £134.2 million in a late-stage VC and debt round backed by KKCG, BNF Capital and Deutsche Bank.
Founded in 2018, the London-based firm continues to scale its alternative payment solutions amid rising demand for BNPL-style flexibility.
Health Tech Gains Momentum With T-Therapeutics
London biotech startup T-Therapeutics closed a £24 million Series A extension, led by BGF and Tencent.
The company, founded in 2022, is developing T-cell receptor therapies targeting cancer and autoimmune diseases—reflecting the strong investor appetite for next-gen immunotherapies.
Insurtech Laka Secures £6.5 Million
Green mobility insurer Laka raised a £6.5 million debt facility from HSBC Innovation Banking.
The company covers e-bikes, e-scooters and other eco-friendly transport, aligning with the UK’s growing shift toward sustainable mobility.
Fintech Adclear Raises £2.1 Million Seed Round
Newly launched fintech Adclear, founded in 2024, secured £2.1 million from investors including Outward VC, AFG Partners, Tenity, Haatch and several angels.
Its AI-driven platform automates compliance checks for financial marketing and product updates.
Cybersecurity Startup FALKIN Nets £1.5 Million
AI-powered cyber safety platform FALKIN raised £1.5 million in pre-seed funding from TriplePoint Ventures, Notion Capital, BackFuture Ventures, Aviva/Founders Factory and others.
The startup aims to prevent digital scams before fraudulent payments can occur.
AI Score Raises £760K for AI Governance
Early-stage governance platform AI Score secured £760,000 in seed funding.
Founded in 2025, the company provides risk and compliance management tools for enterprises deploying AI systems.
