Fimatix UK Limited, a leader in helping businesses use tech to boost productivity, has acquired a specialist AI and machine learning firm as it expands its offer for clients.

Fimatix works with industry leading brands, government departments and organisations across the public and private sectors to transform organisations through technology.

With the support of Knights’ Corporate team, Fimatix has acquired Semantic Evolution Limited, a specialist in the provision of AI and machine learning powered solutions to the financial services sector.

Semantic Evolution has built a strong reputation of extracting significant value from a range of unstructured data, utilising AI and machine learning to dramatically optimise business processes, enhance customer experience, and significantly reduce costs.

Knights’ team of advisors was led by Hannah Tessyman and Grace Hill, with additional support from Hayfa Tejani.

Tim Howarth, CEO of Fimatix, said:

"We are thrilled to welcome Semantic Evolution to the Fimatix family. This acquisition is an important step in our growth strategy and will allow us to expand our capabilities and offer a wider range of innovative AI and machine learning based solutions to our clients.

“The Knights team provided valuable support on the transaction and their tenacity and advice was appreciated throughout.”

Hannah Tessyman, Partner at Knights, said:

“It was a pleasure to work with Tim and the rest of the Fimatix team on the transaction.

"The acquisition of Semantic Evolution provides great expansion for Fimatix as they continue their growth journey in what is a hugely exciting and growing sector.”

Knights is one of the fastest-growing legal and professional services businesses in the UK.

With 26 offices nationwide, Knights is ranked within the top 50 UK law firms by revenue – with specialists in all key areas of corporate and commercial law.