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Tom Nugent

Tom Nugent

Managing Editor at Sifted, covering startups and tech

London, England
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Summary

Tom Nugent is a seasoned journalist and editor with extensive experience in the European tech and startup ecosystem. Currently serving as Managing Editor at Sifted, a Financial Times-backed publication, he previously held roles as Newsletter Editor and Digital Editor at the same company. His work focuses on covering startups, venture capital, and deep tech. nitter+3
With a strong background in business journalism, Tom has contributed to various publications, including BusinessBecause, Graduate Management Admission Council™, and Chevening Awards. He has a keen interest in analyzing market trends, particularly in venture capital and emerging technologies like AI, and has moderated industry discussions on fundraising in deep tech. hello-tomorrow+2
Tom's journalistic career began with writing for The Gaudie Student Newspaper and early placements at Islington/Hackney Gazette and Northsound Radio, providing him with a foundational understanding of reporting and editorial processes. He holds an MA in English from the University of Aberdeen and a Master's degree in Journalism from Robert Gordon University, complemented by executive education in leadership competencies from IESE Business School.

Work

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Writing

UK’s biggest backer of VC funds eyes more defence deals

November 7, 2025

Explores the British Business Bank's increasing interest in investing in the defence sector, highlighting rising defence fund pitches.

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The Enhanced Games: Peter Thiel backs drug-fuelled Olympics-style competition

January 30, 2024

Covers Peter Thiel's backing of the Enhanced Games, a sporting event designed to embrace performance-enhancing drugs.

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Founders are turning to couples therapy for the sake of their startups

January 26, 2024

Discusses how marriage counseling principles are being applied to co-founder relationships to improve startup partnerships.

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How is 2022 shaping up for European tech?

April 17, 2022

An analysis of European tech's Q1 in data, covering VC funding, fastest-growing companies, and new unicorns.

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Eight bootstrapped companies to watch

Highlights companies that have successfully scaled without venture capital funding, focusing on their reasons for bootstrapping and growth strategies.

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What to do when the AI bubble bursts?

Discusses market trends and advice for companies amidst concerns about an AI market bubble.

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