Twitter users are probably already familiar with Tweetdeck - the application that allows you to organise and simplify your Twitter-life by splitting your main feed into groups.

What you might not know though is that Tweetdeck was developed by a single UK-based developer, Iain Dodsworth, who had the idea just a few months ago.

The good news is that in the last few weeks, Tweetdeck has confirmed that they have received angle investment to the tune of 1/2 a million dollars. It’s a promising sign that if you have a good idea, there are still people willing to invest - despite the current economic climate.

In fact, you might just find a few on acfuse!