Disruptive by Barclays Eagle Labs

We’re marking the 50th episode of Disruptive by Barclays Eagle Labs by diving into the UK space tech sector.
In this episode, Stephen Brown, Director of Barclays Eagle Labs, is joined by Stuart Preston, founder and CEO of Ochil Astronautics, to discuss how space innovation is evolving.
Stuart shares the story behind building Ochil Astronautics and how his transition from military service to startup founder has shaped the company’s mission and culture. The conversation looks at Ochil’s work on food production for extreme environments, why this research matters and how space technology is increasingly influencing everyday industries.
The episode also offers a frank look at what it takes to scale a space tech startup in the UK, the strengths veterans bring to entrepreneurship, and practical advice for founders operating at the edge of innovation.
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For this special International Women’s Day episode of Disruptive by Barclays Eagle Labs, we’re joined by two Barclays International Women’s Day award winners to discuss what it really takes to build, fund and scale a business as a woman in tech.
Rojin Yar, Co-Founder and CEO of PolyBox, and Olivia Parkes, Founder and CEO of Persi, share honest reflections on their beginnings as founders, finding product market fit, raising capital, and why recognition still matters for opening doors and inspiring the next generation of female founders. From early assumptions that didn’t hold, to the moments that unlocked real commercial traction, they talk about what helped open doors, and the changes needed to close the gap for future women founders.
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Disclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements, and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses, may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.

The UK is entering a “Goldilocks moment” for AI. According to NVIDIA’s Anthony Hills, all the conditions are right for success, they just need pulling together. That’s where sovereign AI comes in.
In this episode, Anthony joins us to explain what this national‑scale infrastructure means for startups, with new AI factories giving unprecedented access to tech, skills and opportunities.

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Disclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements, and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses, may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.

Inspiration can come from anywhere, and become a growing innovation that improves how people access everyday care – including frustration at what’s not available.
In this episode, we’re joined by Dr Krishan Ramdoo, founder of TympaHealth, who shares the story behind building a healthtech company that’s making ear and hearing care accessible for all.
Having grown tired of how overlooked ear and hearing issues often are, he used his knowledge of technology, purpose and accessibility to create lasting impact and overcome the challenges of building something completely new in a system that doesn’t change easily.
He’ll also talk about how passion, innovation and AI are helping TympaHealth transform lives and disrupt the healthcare industry.
Join us for a conversation about change, growth and the future of better care.

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Disclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements, and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses, may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.

In this episode, Ritu Kiran, Founder and CEO of Aubilities, explores how accessibility can be a driver for innovation and inclusion. Ritu shares practical ways for businesses and leaders to embed accessibility at the heart of their strategy, moving beyond compliance to create truly inclusive cultures.
She explains how to integrate inclusive design into business practices and offers actionable insights for supporting neurodiverse talent, driving meaningful change. We also explore future trends in accessibility, its economic impact, and the use of AI.

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Disclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements, and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses, may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.