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Signapse

Guildford, GB · 8 known investors

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Signapse builds AI-powered sign language translation technology that generates signed interpretations for video and other content, aiming to make communication accessible to d/Deaf communities. It serves businesses and organisations seeking to provide sign language accessibility, with a stated UK focus and partnerships.

Founders & leadership

BSBen Saunders
Ben SaundersChief ScientistBen Saunders is co-founder and CTO of Signapse, which uses generative AI to translate text into British Sign Language video.
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Sally ChalkChief Executive Officer
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Richard BowdenChief Research Officer
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Travis DoughertyChief Experience Officer
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Will BerryChief Revenue Officer
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Alex Le PeltierChief Technical Officer

Investors · 8

Also in the syndicate · 3

CEAS InvestmentsFSE GroupRoyal Association for Deaf people

Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

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Companies House · registry record

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Registered name
SIGNAPSE LTD
Company number
13898753
Status
Active
Company type
Private limited company
Incorporated
7 Feb 2022
Registered office
St John’S Innovation Centre, Cowley Road, Cambridge, CB4 0WS
Nature of business (SIC)
74300 — Translation and interpretation activities
Accounts
last made up to 31 Mar 2025 · next due 31 Dec 2026
Confirmation statement
last made up to 6 Feb 2026 · next due 20 Feb 2027

Current officers · 6

  • Richard Bowden — director, appointed 7 Feb 2022
  • Sally Chalk — director, appointed 7 Feb 2022
  • Pearse Coyle — director, appointed 18 Aug 2022
  • Noah Jacobsen Isserman — director, appointed 18 Aug 2022
  • Benjamin Matthew Saunders — director, appointed 7 Feb 2022
  • Mark Wheatley — director, appointed 28 Mar 2024

Source: Companies House public register · retrieved 13 Sept 2026. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Frequently asked questions

What does Signapse do?
Signapse builds AI-powered sign language translation technology that generates signed interpretations for video and other content, aiming to make communication accessible to d/Deaf communities. It serves businesses and organisations seeking to provide sign language accessibility, with a stated UK focus and partnerships.
Who founded Signapse?
Signapse was founded by Ben Saunders.
Who are Signapse's investors?
Signapse's investors include Soulmates Ventures, The FSE Group, Deeptech Seed Fund, Empirical Ventures, Innovate UK.
Where is Signapse headquartered?
Signapse is headquartered in Guildford, GB.