New investment fund aims to democratise access to Cambridge startups
ET Capital is launching a new investment fund designed to make investing in Cambridge’s thriving startup ecosystem more accessible to investors, particularly individuals. The fund will invest in a broad range of technology-based businesses to enhance its risk and return profile, and offer the benefits of the attractive SEIS and EIS tax relief schemes where appropriate.
Biotech dominates at 2025 #21toWatch Awards with winners focused on remedying persisting medical challenges
The #21toWatch Top21.2025 winners have been announced at an inspirational awards ceremony at The Glasshouse innovation hub in Cambridge.
#21toWatch Innovation Awards 2025 shortlist is announced
The 2025 shortlist for next month’s coveted #21toWatch Awards has been announced, once again spotlighting some of the most inspirational entrepreneurs and game-changing innovations from Cambridge and across the East of England.
Cambridge entrepreneurs address city’s inequality with pioneering £multimillion ‘pay-it- forward’ initiative
Cambridge aims to become world leader in social innovation alongside its academic, life sciences and tech prowess
Exciting new era for Cambridge agency, cofinitive, as it is acquired by global consultancy, Cambridge Management Consulting
Leading PR and Marketing agency, cofinitive is preparing to “scale at pace” after being acquired by specialist global consultancy, Cambridge Management Consulting.
OBITUARY: Peter Cowley, celebrated technology entrepreneur and serial investor
Peter Cowley, celebrated entrepreneur and serial investor, passed away peacefully at his home in Cambridge on Saturday November 16th, surrounded by his family. He was 69.
#21toWatch Alumni praise Awards for providing “pivotal kickstart” as nomination window opens for 2025
As the nomination window opens for #21toWatch 2025, former winners have applauded the Innovation Awards for the invaluable kickstart it provides to our entrepreneurs and startups.
Cambridge-based Cofinitive Communications founder named in InspiringFifity UK 2024
Cofinitive are delighted to announce that Faye Holland, founder and director of Cofinitive Communications and #21toWatch, has been named as one of the InspiringFifty UK for 2024.
Cambridge-based Cofinitive Communications recognised amongst international PR and Communications industry elite
Cambridge-based PR & Comms agency, Cofinitive Communications has been listed in PR Week’s Top 150 PR agency rankings for a third consecutive year.
Cream of Cambridge science showcase tomorrow’s innovations at Cambridge Wide Open Day
The Cambridge Wide Open Day event is a unique opportunity for all to find out firsthand about the game-changing scientific advancements and technological innovations happening right here in our city, the UK’s science and tech capital.
Medical innovations, Sustainability, Agritech and AI dominate #21toWatch 2024 Awards
The 6th annual #21toWatch innovation awards have been unveiled at an awards ceremony at The Bradfield Centre in Cambridge, the UK Centre for Science, Technology and Innovation.
#21toWatch 2024 shortlist announced
The 2024 shortlist for next month’s coveted #21toWatch Awards is announced – and it once again includes some of the most game-changing innovations, inspirational entrepreneurs, and start-ups from across the East of England.
cofinitive retains top spot for fourth year running in New Year Honours listing
I was told by a serial entrepreneur this week that if your foundations are solid, you have a robust brand, and concrete reputation, you will succeed, however bumpy the road may get.
Public Success, Private Grief: Entrepreneur Peter Cowley tells final story of overcoming tragedy and forging resilience
In public, entrepreneur Peter Cowley is one of Europe’s best-known angel investors and active supporters of global entrepreneurship.
#21toWatch returns to spotlight our region’s brightest tech as nominations open for 2024
More than half the Cambridge startups [60.7%] listed in Seedtable’s ‘Startups in Cambridge to Watch’ list last month [July 2023] have already appeared on cofinitive’s #21toWatch list in previous years.
‘UK science powerhouse’ opens its doors
Across the city, leading science companies and innovation parks will open their doors to showcase the cluster’s contribution to STEM innovation in the UK and strengthen its diverse, equitable and inclusive community.
Local Cambridge PR & Communications agency cofinitive recognised in the coveted PR Week Top 150 agency listings again
cofinitive writes...we are delighted to announce that our Burwell-based PR & Communications agency, cofinitive has been listed in PR Week’s Top 150 PR agency rankings for a second year running.
Cambridge Wide Open Day to drive inclusive collaboration
o2h group, the creators of innovative SciTech communities, has launched the Cambridge Wide Open Day, offering a unique insight into the city best known as the ‘UK Centre of Science & Technology’. The inaugural event will take place on Wednesday 14th June 2023, welcoming science enthusiasts and local residents alike from across the Cambridge community - giving everyone the opportunity to explore…
Next generation of #21toWatch winners offer game-changing solutions for the challenges of today
AI, IVF, DNA, Bluetooth, Wireless internet, the webcam, inkjet printing, ARM (smartphone chip), ALEXA, smart meters, gene sequencers, the asthma inhaler, the flushing toilet, thermos flasks, cats’ eyes, catflaps, round teabags, the hovercraft, the reflecting telescope, video games, the pacemaker,
#21toWatch announces shortlist of next generation of Cambridge game-changers set for future success
cofinitive have announced the shortlist for #21toWatch 2023 which this year contains an eclectic mix of industries – biotech, cleantech, agritech, construction, automotive, deep learning, marine, life sciences, AI – all sharing the same mission and motivation to develop game-changing innovations and solutions to ensure a better world for us all.
Glyconics© novel non-invasive diabetes screening device meets primary endpoints in two clinical investigations
Award-winning medtech firm, Glyconics© has successfully completed two independent clinical studies to validate the performance and safety of its novel non-invasive diabetes screening device.
Cambridge University tech entrepreneurs secure UK’s #1 tech sector spot in Europe
Cambridge University’s spinout and technology founders have contributed significantly to the UK retaining the #1 tech sector spot in Europe according to a government report prepared by Dealroom for the Digital Economy Council.
Hat trick for cofinitive in New Year Honours listing
With such a flourishing tech cluster in Cambridge, it is with huge delight that cofinitive is listed as #1 for the third year running for leading the area as Image Maker for many of our entrepreneurial tech companies.
cofinitive Communications Clinic
cofinitive first began holding its monthly Communications Clinic at The Bradfield Centre in 2018 and it remains as popular as ever.
#21toWatch expands support ecosystem for thriving startups
Now in its fifth year, cofinitive’s highly respected #21toWatch initiative welcomes new supporters to boost its engaging business network for entrepreneurs and startups.