Facebook’s New HQ for UK Startups: LDN_LAB
Facebook has sprouted a fresh incubator in London, called LDN_LAB, and it’s gearing up to house 2,300 people by the end of 2018. Think of it as the next-gen tech playground where community‑building startups get a boost, a mentor panel, and a wealthy partner in Bethnal Green Ventures.
What’s the Mission?
Three words: Innovation, Impact, & Innovation—sorry, the last one’s a typo we all love. The goal is simple: give the UK tech ecosystem a clean energy source by fostering companies that make community tech shine.
Who’s Coming?
First chapter of LDN_LAB will launch with seven handpicked startups from a >100‑applicant pool. Guess what? Five of them are run by women—because for breakneck progress we’re all about diversity.
- Teacherly – Derby‑based educators’ dream team. A platform that lets teachers whip up lesson plans in a flash and share the goodness with fellow teachers.
- OLIO – Food‑sharing superheroes from London & Bristol. Neighbours bond, local shops thrive, and food scraps get a second life.
- Goodgym – Running for a cause. Volunteers get matched with local gigs while staying fit.
- Sharecare – Heroes for the elderly. Local volunteers step up to help older folks with everyday errands.
- Mush – New‑mum’s best friend. A local network for mums that’s the best accidental support system.
- Rabble – Fitness disguised as fun. Did you know you can zap your way to a better body while pretending you’re playing a game? It’s Olympic‑grade.
- Tabl – The street‑food co‑op open marketplace taking democracy to your plate.
Big Name Support
Facebook EMEA VP Nicola Mendelsohn is on the advisory board, giving the whole thing a golden stamp. Sadiq Khan, the Mayor of London, weighed in too: “LDN_LAB is a game‑changer for London’s global tech scene, fueling ideas that seriously matter.”
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