Pre-pack sale of UK's largest AI fact-checking company

The Challenge

The UK's largest AI-based fact-checking and online threat detection company faced acute financial pressure following the loss of key contracts and critical accreditation. The business was experiencing sustained cash burn with heavy reliance on shareholder funding, creating immediate liquidity crisis threatening viability.

Our Approach

Our deal advisory team launched a targeted M&A process focused on buyers operating within the sector. We also provided short-term liquidity management advice to ensure the business continued to operate during the sale process. We facilitated the restructuring of service lines and staffing to stabilise the core business while allowing it to move forward as a more streamlined model.

The Outcome

BTG successfully completed the pre-packaged sale to a connected strategic buyer, preserving the business and its continuing operations as a leaner more efficient entity. The pre-pack sale protected valuable intellectual property, preserved critical client relationships, and positioned the company for sustainable growth in the future.