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How Level39 is Championing AI Innovation Across the Tech Ecosystem

Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to redefine the possibilities of technology, and Level39 is proud to be a key player in driving AI innovation – supporting and shaping the conversation from within.

As a tech incubator and home to a thriving community of startups and scale-ups, we’re championing the advancement of AI through collaborative events, thought-leadership, and by spotlighting the achievements of our pioneering members.

Aligning with the National Agenda 

Earlier this year, the UK government unveiled its AI Opportunities Action Plan, laying out practical steps to ensure businesses of all sizes can access the benefits of AI. The plan focuses on five key enablers: access to data, computing power, skills, business support, and trustworthy AI frameworks. Based in Canary Wharf, we sit at the intersection of finance, technology, and innovation – uniquely positioned to help bring these enablers to life by connecting companies with the expertise, networks, and space to grow.

Fuelling the AI Conversation

Over the past few months, Level39 has hosted a series of events focused on exploring AI’s vast potential across industries:

• Rev London AI with Pitchflix and Google Cloud brought together investors and startups for rapid-fire pitching and discussions on AI investment.
• In partnership with MQube, our AI in Finance event looked at how AI is reshaping lending, mortgages, and the banking sector.
• Our Breakfast Briefing with Fintech Global as part of their Global RegTech Summit tackled AI’s role in regulation, compliance, and future-forward risk management.
• Most recently, we welcomed Farshad Nowshadi a long-standing VC and advisor to Level39 members, for a discussion on the rise of autonomous AI agents and how they could reshape financial services, business structures, and everyday interactions.

These sessions form part of our wider commitment to supporting AI innovation through open discussion and cross-sector knowledge sharing.

Our Members Leading the Way

Many of our members are integrating AI into their products and services, ranging from conversational tools to risk modelling, developing responsible, scalable solutions that are delivering real-world impact.

A few examples of Level39 members who have been recently recognised for their AI innovations:

FinregE uses AI and machine learning to automate regulatory processes for financial institutions. At its core is RIG (Regulatory Insights Generator) – the world’s first legal AI and compliance AI Regulatory Expert, purpose-built to understand and interpret complex legal and regulatory texts. Most recently, FinregE partnered with the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to launch the newly transformed FCA Handbook website, which is already simplifying how firms access, understand and apply UK regulation.

Mindgard is leading in AI security testing. Their platform helps organisations defend against new AI-specific threats beyond the scope of traditional security tools. Their innovation was recently recognised with two wins at the 2025 SC Awards Europe: Best AI Solution and Best New Company.

Retail-focused Yellow Sub AI recently launched Pinpoynt.ai to transform the understanding of footfall and spending patterns and is helping brands like Burger King Thailand and Bluewater Shopping Centre replace physical footfall sensors with real-time, AI-powered software. Their solution provides retailers with live insights on shopper movement and spending without the need for hardware.

Intellibonds is also gaining traction for its AI-driven tools supporting institutional investors in fixed income markets. Their platform, recently shortlisted for Investment & Portfolio Management Technology of the Year at the 2025 Insurance Investor | European Awards, combines automation and intelligent analysis to improve speed, accuracy, and outcomes in portfolio management.

These companies reflect the breadth and depth of AI innovation within the Level39 ecosystem – each contributing to a more intelligent, secure, and adaptive digital economy.

Looking Ahead: What’s Next for AI at Level39

Following the success of our Rise of AI Agents in Financial Services event, we’re continuing to build on this momentum with a series of focused sessions exploring AI’s evolving role across sectors.

Kicking off in November with Beyond the Hype: Myths, Realities, and Real-World Opportunities, this next chapter begins by addressing common myths and misconceptions around AI – offering a grounded perspective on its real capabilities, limitations, and the opportunities it presents for innovation and investment. The series will run into 2026, responding dynamically to emerging trends and challenges as AI continues to scale and diversify.

In parallel, we’re also proud to support a range of strategic partner-led events this autumn, each offering a unique lens on the rapidly changing AI landscape:

Global Women in AI – October 2025
Launched by CFTE, Level39 will support the Global Women in AI initiative – an international effort to enable, empower, and elevate female leadership in the AI ecosystem. This global programme brings together voices across sectors and generations to shape a more representative and equitable future for AI. We’re also proud to share that our Director, Amy French, has joined the initiative as an Ambassador, reinforcing our commitment to inclusive innovation and leadership in the AI space.

Fin|Tech|Bio at Canary Wharf – October 2025
Returning after a successful first edition in February, Fin|Tech|Bio, hosted by Level39 and Canary Wharf Group Life Sciences, will continue to spotlight innovation at the intersection of finance, biotech, and technology. This session will focus on Synthetic Data, examining how artificial datasets are unlocking new opportunities for research, compliance, and AI model training in highly regulated, data-sensitive industries.

FinTech Global – November 2025
Building on our earlier Breakfast Briefing with FinTech Global, we’re partnering once again as part of their Global WealthTech Summit. This session, Agentic AI in Wealth: From Concept to Competitive Edge, will explore how next-generation AI systems are transforming wealth management – enhancing human decision-making, redefining infrastructure, and driving measurable value while balancing trust and explainability.

Registration for all events will be opening soon. To stay informed, keep an eye on our LinkedIn, visit the Level39 website, and sign up to our external newsletter for the latest updates.

Conclusion

As the conversation around AI accelerates, Level39 remains committed to ensuring our members and wider community are connected, supported, and ready to lead. From the heart of Canary Wharf, we’re proud to be part of shaping the UK’s AI future – one idea, event, and breakthrough at a time.