# Signapse

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/signapse

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Guildford, UK
- Website: www.signapse.ai/
- Total disclosed funding: $2M
- Latest round: Seed (Apr 2, 2024)
- Investors on record: 6

## About

Signapse, Ltd. is a UK-based company specializing in artificial intelligence solutions for sign language translation, focusing on enhancing communication accessibility for the Deaf community through innovative technology.Founded in 2022 and headquartered in Guildford, UK, Signapse, Ltd. develops AI-powered solutions for translating sign languages. The company has successfully secured GBP 1.548 mn in total funding, with its most recent deal being a GBP 500,000 Grant from Innovate UK on May 7, 2024. Signapse has completed 2 deals to date, reflecting its commitment to improving accessibility for Deaf individuals. Signapse operates independently and has not undergone significant strategic pivots or changes since its inception.Signapse specializes in advanced AI-powered sign language translation solutions, primarily focusing on British Sign Language (BSL) and American Sign Language (ASL). Their core offerings include the Sign Language Translation Software and the SignStudio platform, which enable seamless translation of video content into sign language. These products are designed to enhance accessibility for Deaf individuals, addressing the communication barriers faced in public spaces, websites, and various media. The technology employs a vast collection of sign language videos created by qualified translators, ensuring high accuracy and realism in translations. Signapse's services are utilized by organizations across the UK and international markets, particularly targeting sectors that prioritize inclusivity and accessibility for Deaf audiences, such as transportation, education, and public services.Signapse's revenue model includes partnerships and subscription services tailored to organizations seeking to enhance accessibility for the Deaf community. Clients engage with the company through a structured transactional framework, which may involve direct sales of their software solutions or subscription-based access to the SignStudio platform for ongoing video translation services. Pricing structures are designed to cater to various organizational needs, allowing for scalable solutions based on the client's size and requirements. Key products, such as the Sign Language Translation Software and SignStudio, serve as flagship offerings in this revenue model, providing comprehensive translation capabilities that meet the demands of diverse clients across multiple sectors.Looking ahead, Signapse plans to utilize the recent GBP 500,000 Grant funding from Innovate UK to further develop its sign language translation capabilities, aiming to create unconstrained translation solutions for improved Deaf accessibility. The company is targeting expansion into new markets and geographic regions, with specific plans to increase its presence in sectors such as transportation and education by the end of 2025. This funding is part of a broader initiative to raise GBP 2 million aimed at enhancing technology and market reach.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Apr 2, 2024, $2M — The FSE Group, CEAS Investments, DeepTech Seed Fund, Soulmates Ventures, Empirical Ventures, Royal Association for Deaf people

## Investors

- The FSE Group — Seed
- CEAS Investments — Seed
- DeepTech Seed Fund (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/deeptech-seed-fund) — Seed
- Soulmates Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/soulmates-ventures) — Seed
- Empirical Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/empirical-ventures) — Seed
- Royal Association for Deaf people — Seed