Software specialist establishes new HQ and AI hub in Leicester

Cyferd, a UK-based provider of innovative software solutions for businesses, has established a new HQ in an historic building in Leicester city centre – complete with an AI research hub.

The London firm’s new premises is located in the Grade-II listed former Fielding Johnson Hospital building on Regent Road.

Cyferd says its decision to set up in the city reflects its “commitment to the UK tech sector and its passion for helping underrepresented groups advance their journeys to successful careers in technology.”

Ranjit Bahia, founder and CEO of Cyferd, said: “We are thrilled to be establishing the new tech hub of the UK, here in Leicester. Our vision is to bring together the brightest and best minds from all corners of the country in our new AI R&D facility. We aim to inspire the youth of Leicester and the UK, and show them that they could have a bright future ahead in the world of tech at our Leicester hub.” 

Leicester City Mayor Sir Peter Soulsby added: “I’m very pleased that Cyferd has chosen to make its head office in Leicester, thereby joining what is the largest cluster of creative and digital businesses outside London. With two local universities at the forefront of design and technology on their doorstep, they certainly have a wealth of local talent to recruit from, and I welcome their commitment to developing local educational and job opportunities in this exciting sector.” 

Cyferd also has an office on St George’s Way in the city.