Beyond the grave: How deathtech startups are transforming what happens when we die

Startups are disrupting all aspects of death with digital-first tech that includes will writing, planning, funerals, inheritance of digital assets, and human composting. Beyond the grave: How deathtech startups are transforming what happens when we die 13 April 2023 - Death is hard and expensive for those left behind. Startups are disrupting all aspects of death with digital-first tech that includes will writing, planning, funerals, inheritance of digital assets, and human composting. Cate Lawrence A friend's mum died last week. She told me "I had no idea there would be so much paperwork." When you're grieving, the last thing you [...]

Get Stuff Sorted with Settld

Bereavement service, Settld, has joined forces with a range of partners to deliver its ‘Get Stuff Sorted’ programme. It offers hands-on advice and practical assistance to individuals and families to prepare the paperwork and legal matters regarding end-of-life admin. Over 31 million adults in the UK don’t have wills or Powers of Attorney in place to protect their loved ones and families, according to Canada Life. Many also haven’t recorded their final wishes or put the rest of their affairs in order. Vicky Wilson, co-founder and CEO of Settld, said: “Our online programme has been designed with various organisations to [...]

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