London is one of the world's premiere hotspots for startup culture and growth, and 2014 was especially kind to up-and-coming companies in the English capital.
In the four years since its founding, the Chinese smartphone manufacturer Xiaomi has risen from industry newcomer to the most valuable tech startup on the planet, currently valued at $45 billion.
Educated young South Korean entrepreneurs are flocking to Gangnam to launch their own internet and mobile companies, and investors are taking notice.
