100+ Best Venture Capital (VC) Firms That Invest In Robotics Startups

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Imagine transforming the world with your robotic invention, but needing that extra boost. Enter venture capital (VC) firms! These investor experts specialize in backing promising startups, and many are on the cutting edge, looking to fund the next robotic revolution. This article equips you with a comprehensive list of over 100 of the best VC investors in robotics, giving you the key to finding the perfect partner and bringing your groundbreaking robotics SaaS product to life.

11.2 (Eleven Two) Capital

11.2 Capital was founded in 2013. The firm, based in California, focuses and invests in companies solving problems using emerging technologies. The firm brings a combination of technical background, operational experience, and a strong network of advisors and partners to support entrepreneurs. Areas where they provide support include technical recruiting, partnerships, customer introductions, and follow-on financings.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, UK, Canada, Germany

Operating since: 2013

Investment Focus: Enterprise Software (Cybersecurity, Analytics, Big Data, AI, ML), Smart Hardware (AR, VR, Robotics, Space,3D Printing, Automotive), Data-Driven Health Care (Biotechnology, Therapeutics, Diagnostics, Tools, Digital Health, Computational Health, Synthetic Biology)

Stages: Seed, Series A, Series B. 

Number of investments: 53 

Number of exits: 8

Check size: $500k – $5m

Notable investments: Cruise Automation, Hinge Health

Founders/Key People: Shelley Zhuang

Website: https://www.112capital.com 

2048 Ventures

2048 Ventures identifies itself as a “firm for founders, experienced operators, nerds, and dreamers” and is particularly interested in supporting pre-seed or seed-stage startups. They have a notable track record, having backed over 200 startups, demonstrating their experience and conviction in leading early-stage investment rounds. The firm operates mainly in the United States and Canada and is known for its focus on investing in exceptional first-time entrepreneurs with a strong vision, a mission-driven team, and founder-market fit.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, UK, Canada, Argentina, Peru, Chile, Colombia

Operating since: 2018

Investment Focus: Enterprise Software, AI/ML, FinTech, HealthTech, Cyber Security, Dev Tools, Hardware, Genomics, Marketplaces, D2C, Robotics, AR/VR, IoT, Climate, Energy, Space, Mobility

Stages: Pre-Seed, Seed, Post-Seed 

Number of investments: 82

Number of exits: 2

Check size: $500k – $2m

Notable investments: GlossGenius, Soona, Bridge

Founders/Key People: Alex Iskold, Neha Khera

Website: https://www.2048.vc/

7percent Ventures

7percent Ventures specializes in pre-seed and seed investments, particularly in new and breakthrough technologies. They are known for backing deeply technical hardware or transformative software that has the potential to change the world. The investment philosophy of 7percent Ventures centers around supporting startups that address significant problems impacting many people. The firm is not interested in companies that are merely iterating within an existing market. They actively seek out “moonshot” projects – ambitious, high-risk ventures with the potential for enormous returns. 

Headquarters: UK

Investment Geography: UK, USA, Netherlands, France, Germany, Israel, Canada, Croatia, Senegal, Denmark, India, Poland

Operating since: 2014

Investment Focus: Frontier Tech, DeepTech (AI & Deep Learning, Quantum Computing, Computer Vision, AR & VR, Blockchain &Crypto, Drones, Robotics, SpaceTech), SaaS, Marketplaces, Mobile (FinTech, Next-Gen Enterprise & Consumer Apps/Services, Manufacturing, Logistics, Industry 4.0, HealthTech & DeathTech)

Stages: Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A

Number of investments: 153

Number of exits: 25

Check size: $250k – $2m

Notable investments: Oculus, NeuroLabs, Gensyn

Founders/Key People: Andrew Scott, Andrew Gault

Website: http://7pc.co/ 

Accomplice

Accomplice is a VC firm and a contemporary family office co-founded by Jeff Fagnan and Ryan Moore. It’s known for having a patient investment approach​. Accomplice typically engages in deals ranging from 10 to 50 million dollars and focuses on startups valued between 100 to 500 million dollars. It has a strong track record, having been part of the story of several successful companies such as AngelList and Klaviyo.

Headquarters: USA 

Investment Geography: USA, Canada, Israel, UK, India, Japan, Singapore, Switzerland, Brazil, Liechtenstein, Portugal, Germany

Operating since: 2015

Investment Focus: B2B Software, Enterprise SaaS, Cyber Security, eSports, Gaming, Data Analytics, Emerging Hardware Platforms, AR/VR, Robotics, Marketplaces, Consumer Tech 

Stages: Seed, Series A

Number of investments: 366

Number of exits: 112

Check size: $ 10m – $50m

Notable investments: Klaviyo, Patreon, Angellist

Founders/Key People: Jeff Fagnan, Ryan Moore

Website: http://www.accomplice.co/ 

AME Cloud Ventures

AME Cloud Ventures, launched in 2012 and based in Palo Alto, California, focuses on seed to later-stage companies in the technology sector. They are particularly interested in companies building infrastructure and value chains around data, including areas like data stack, applications, mobile, and sensors. Founded by Jerry Yang, co-founder of Yahoo, AME Cloud Ventures emphasizes the importance of great people in driving a company’s success.

Headquarters: United States

Investment Geography: USA

Operating since: 2012

Stages: Seed, Series A, Series B

Investment Focus: Data-driven (Data Infrastructure, Cloud Infrastructure, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Big Data Analytics, Cloud Computing, Blockchain, Enterprise Software, Application Platforms, Mobile, Sensors, Robotics, Telecom, FinTech, MedTech, MarTech) 

Number of investments: 383

Number of exits: 124

Check size: $1m-$10m

Notable investments: Nervana Systems, Evernote

Founders/Key People: Jerry Yang, Jeff Chung, Wretch Chien

Website: https://www.amecloudventures.com/ 

Amplifier

Amplifier is an early-stage venture capital fund focusing on the industrial, logistics, and mobility sectors to transform the supply chain. Based in Berlin, Germany, Amplifier has made 19 investments to date. 

Headquarters: Germany

Investment Geography: Germany, USA, UK, Ireland, Spain.

Operating since:  2016

Stages: Seed, Series A

Investment Focus: Supply Chain (Disruptive Mobility and Logistics Tech, Trade Finance, Smart Enterprise Software, AI, Deep Learning, Autonomy,Robotics, IoT Supply Chain Traceability, LastMile Optimisation)

Number of investments: 19

Number of exits: 0

Check size: $250k – $2m

Notable investments: Hive, Nautilus Labs

Founders/Key People: Christian Oldendorff, Henry Palmer

Website: https://amplifierlab.io/ 

Arali Ventures

Arali Ventures is a VC firm focused on investing in early-stage companies, particularly in the B2B technology sector. The firm has a keen eye for startups in various tech domains, including SaaS, robotics, fintech, healthtech, and more. Regarding check sizes, Arali usually puts in anywhere from $300k to $1 million in a startup. Their investments primarily focus on the Indian enterprise-tech landscape, showcasing their expertise in recognizing and elevating promising tech solutions in the region

Headquarters: India

Investment Geography: India, USA, Norway

Operating since: 2017

Stages: Pre-Seed, Seed

Investment Focus: DeepTech Enterprise/B2B Tech (Software, AI, Robotics)

Number of investments: 26

Number of exits: 3

Check size: $300k – $1m

Notable investments: FinBox, Wingman

Founders/Key People: Arun Raghavan, Harshal Gupta

Website: https://araliventures.in 

Artesian Capital Management

Artesian Capital Management, founded in 2004 by Jeremy Colless, Matthew Clunies-Ross, and John McCartney, is a global alternative investment management firm based in Sydney, Australia. They specialize in public and private debt, venture capital, and impact investment strategies. The firm is known for its Venture Capital as a Service (VCaaS) solutions, catering to governments, corporations, and industry groups. With over $1.1 billion in assets under management (AUM), Artesian operates offices in Australia, China, Indonesia, Singapore, the UK, and the US. Their investment focus includes areas such as agri-food, health, AI, robotics, and education, primarily targeting early-stage ventures​​​​​​​​​​.

Headquarters: Australia

Investment Geography: Australia, USA, China, Singapore, India, Canada, Hong Kong, UK, Germany, Taiwan, Japan, Kenya, South Korea, Senegal, Israel, Belgium, Mexico, Brazil, Spain, Portugal

Operating since: 2004

Stages: Seed, Series A

Investment Focus: Software/Hardware (AgriFood/AgTech/FoodTech, Clean Energy/CleanTech, AI/Robotics, MedTech/Medical Devices) 

Number of investments: 722

Number of exits: 186

Check size: $50k – $1m

Notable investments: Fleet Space Technologies, TurtleTree

Founders/Key People: Jeremy Colless, Matthew Clunies-Ross, John McCartney

Website: https://www.artesianinvest.com/overview-vc 

Baseline Ventures

Baseline Ventures is a VC firm specializing in seed and growth-stage investments in tech. Founded in 2006 by Steve Anderson in San Francisco, California, the firm has been instrumental as the first seed investor in Instagram and an early investor in Twitter. Baseline Ventures is celebrated as one of Silicon Valley’s most successful and smallest investment firms. In terms of investment check size, Baseline Ventures offers checks based on the stage and needs of the startup. Their check sizes range from as low as $0 to $100K, going up to between $100K and $500K, and even as high as $500K to $1M. 

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, Australia, Canada, Germany

Operating since: 2006

Stages: Seed, Series A

Investment Focus: FinTech, Enterprise/B2B Software, SaaS, CyberSecurity, Robotics, Mobile, Consumer Services, Digital Health, EdTech, Fashion, E-commerce, FoodTech, Gaming, Social, Marketplaces

Number of investments: 238

Number of exits: 102

Check size: $10k – $1m

Notable investments: SoFi, Instagram, Twitter

Founders/Key People: Steve Anderson

Website: https://www.baselinev.com 

Benhamou Global Ventures

Benhamou Global Ventures (BGV) is a VC firm based in Silicon Valley that specializes in cross-border venture capital investments. Founded in 2004 by Eric Benhamou, BGV focuses on later-stage investments, particularly in cybersecurity, mobility, IoT, and cloud technologies. The firm likes to source startups to build them into next-generation B2B technology companies. Benhamou Global Ventures operates hands-on, assisting portfolio companies in various operational aspects.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, UK, France, Israel, Germany, Australia, Sweden

Operating since: 2004

Stages: Series A, Series B

Investment Focus: Enterprise 4.0: Embedded AI, Unique Datasets, Intelligent Automation (Software, Cloud, IoT, Robotics, Computer Vision, CyberSecurity, Automotive, Logistics, Energy, FinTech, Retail, HealthCare, Manufacturing) 

Number of investments: 144

Number of exits: 48

Check size: $2m – $5m

Notable investments: Virtana, Totango, Evinced 

Founders/Key People: Eric Benhamou, Eric Buatois

Website: https://benhamouglobalventures.com 

Blackbird Ventures

Since its inception in 2012, Blackbird has demonstrated a strong commitment to supporting startups throughout their journey from idea to beyond IPO. The firm’s portfolio is notable, worth over $7 billion, and includes some of the most successful startups from Australia and New Zealand, such as Canva, Zoox, SafetyCulture, and Culture Amp. Blackbird Ventures focuses on backing generational ambition with generational belief, a philosophy that extends to its approach to investment. They have backed over 100 companies across Australia and New Zealand, with 20% now worth over $100 million and six valued at over $1 billion. 

Headquarters: Australia

Investment Geography: USA, New Zealand, UK, Hong Kong

Operating since: 2012

Stages: Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B 

Investment Focus: Consumer Tech, Consumer Brands, D2C, FoodTech, AgTech, FinTech, Crypto, EdTech, E-commerce, Marketplace, Enterprise Software, Cloud, HRTech, MarTech, RetailTech, CyberSecurity, Databases, Synthetic Biology, BioTech, MedTech, Digital Health, HealthTech, Robotics, IoT, Autonomous, SpaceTech, Semiconductors, Solar

Number of investments: 246

Number of exits: 23

Check size: $25k – $5m

Notable investments: Canva, Zoox

Founders/Key People: Alex Gifford, James Palmer

Website: https://www.blackbird.vc 

BOND Capital

Bond Capital is a venture capital firm that specializes in supporting visionary founders throughout the entire lifecycle of innovation and growth. The firm’s general partners, including notable figures like Mary Meeker, have a “sweet spot” investment range of around $8.0 million. Bond Capital focuses on various sectors, including consumer internet, digital health, enterprise applications, and social networks. This range demonstrates the firm’s versatility and commitment to nurturing startups across different stages and industries.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, UK, Germany, Canada, Sweden, France, South Korea, Australia, Mexico, Turkey, China, Ireland, India, Netherlands, Uruguay, Algeria

Operating since: 2018

Stages: Series B, Series C, Series D, Series E

Investment Focus: Enterprise Software, SaaS, AI/ML, Automation, Consumer Internet, FinTech, InsurTech, EdTech, E-commerce, Aerospace, Robotics

Number of investments: 116

Number of exits: 13

Check size: $100k – $25m

Notable investments: Canva, Slack, Airbnb, Snap

Founders/Key People: Jesse Ellingworth, Juliet Baubigny, Daegwon Chae

Website: https://www.bondcap.com 

Breega Capital

Breega Capital is a venture capital firm that’s all about supporting tech startups in Europe. They’re active in the European Union, Middle East, and Africa regions​​. They get hands-on, providing industry and operational expertise and helping their portfolio companies grow internationally. They’re especially keen on European tech startups at the Seed to Series A stage​.

Headquarters: France

Investment Geography: France, USA, UK, Israel, Germany, Brazil, Spain, Kenya, UAE, Portugal, Uganda, South Africa, Senegal

Operating since: 2013

Stages: Seed, Series A

Investment Focus: AdTech, AgTech, Blockchain, BPO, DeepTech, EdTech, FinTech, FoodTech, HealthTech, HRTech, InsurTech, IoT, Marketplace, MarTech, RegTech, SaaS, SaaS-AI, Social Networks, Software, Marketplaces, Robotics, High Tech Hardware 

Number of investments: 149

Number of exits: 53

Check size: $500k – $12m

Notable investments: Exotec, Curve

Founders/Key People: Ben Marrel, Maximilien Bacot

Website: https://www.breega.com 

Build Ventures

Build Ventures primarily invests in early-stage technology companies, focusing on the Atlantic region of Canada. The firm is known for investing VC in companies offering high-impact, technology-driven solutions. As of now, they have raised at least $86.7 million in funds. Their investment approach emphasizes support for emerging technology companies.

Headquarters: Canada

Investment Geography: USA, Canada

Operating since: 2013

Stages: Seed, Series A, Series B

Investment Focus: Enterprise Software, Cloud Computing, AI, Big Data, Data Analytics, Data Science, Business Intelligence, IoT, Sensors, Robotics, Drones, Hardware, AgTech, Medical Devices, AdTech, Media, Gaming, MarTech, FinTech, Dev Tools, EnergyTech, EdTech, Automotive

Number of investments: 34

Number of exits: 6

Check size: $100k – $20m

Notable investments: Snyk 

Founders/Key People: Patrick Keefe, Chelsea Chen

Website: https://buildventures.ca 

Carthona Capital

Founded in 2014, Carthona Capital began as a group of venture investors collaborating on a deal-by-deal basis. It has since evolved into a more traditional venture capital fund structure, now managing its third fund with approximately $360 million in funds under management. Carthona Capital primarily invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, or Series A stages. The firm follows a strategy of making initial investments early and then continuing to invest larger amounts as the business matures, even supporting businesses across multiple financing rounds.

Headquarters: Australia

Investment Geography: Australia, UK, USA, Switzerland, New Zealand

Operating since: 2014

Stages: Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A

Investment Focus: FinTech, Crypto, AI, Robotics, AgTech, Aviation, Digital Health, Mobile, Enterprise Software, MarTech, CyberSecurity, HRTech, Retail, PropTech, Sensors, IoT, Wireless, Autonomous Vehicles, Entertainment, VR, Marketplaces

Number of investments: 97

Number of exits: 26

Check size: $150k – $5m

Notable investments: Ouster, Cisco

Founders/Key People: Tonino Belmonte, Jonathan Chow

Website: https://www.carthonacapital.com 

Celesta Capital

Celesta Capital is a venture capital firm that supports bold founders within the deep tech sector. The firm emphasizes the need for more than just capital in building great companies, focusing on partnership and understanding the entrepreneurial journey. The firm has committed $600 million in capital and has invested in over 180 companies. 

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, UK, UAE, India, Israel, Japan, Ireland, Australia, South Korea, China, Canada

Operating since: 2013

Stages: Series A, Series B, Series C, Series D

Investment Focus: AI/ML, Automotive, Connectivity, Data Center, HealthCare, Imaging, IoT, Robotics, Security, Semiconductors, Software and Services

Number of investments: 184

Number of exits: 35

Check size: $3m – $10m

Notable investments: Nuvia, SambaNova Systems

Founders/Key People: Sriram Viswanathan, Nicholas Brathwaite

Website: https://www.celesta.vc 

Champion Hill Ventures

Champion Hill Ventures, established in 2014, is headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina. The firm invests in early-stage technology companies, focusing on non-consensus ideas, markets, founders, and technologies. It operates across the United States and occasionally in other regions. Champion Hill Ventures invests in various technology sectors, including AI, cybersecurity, data analytics, and digital health​.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, UK, Singapore, Switzerland

Operating since: 2014

Stages: Seed, Series A

Investment Focus: AR, AI, ML, Deep Learning, Gaming, Defense, SpaceTech, Satellites, Enterprise Software, FoodTech, BioTech, Health Care, HealthTech, CleanTech, Mobile, Robotics, Freight, Hardware, Wireless, EnergyTech

Number of investments: 28

Number of exits: 4

Check size: $100k – $10m

Notable investments: SpaceX, Osaro

Founders/Key People: Josh Manchester

Website: https://www.championhillventures.com 

Chloe Capital

Chloe Capital was established in 2017 and is based in New York. The firm invests in women-led companies in the technology sector, committed to advancing entrepreneurship and closing the gender and diversity gap. It is a seed-stage venture capital firm and is sector-agnostic. Chloe Capital likes to lead seed rounds of $1.5m to $3m, with an average check size of $900k.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, Israel

Operating since: 2017

Stages: Pre-Seed, Seed

Investment Focus: Female Founders (Future of Work & Education, EdTech, SaaS, HRTech, Blockchain, AI, VR/AR, IoT, CleanTech, FoodTech, AgTech, Hardware, Wearables, Robotics, Marketplaces)

Number of investments: 50

Number of exits: 10

Check size: $400k – $1m

Notable investments: NODE, Figur8

Founders/Key People: Erica O’Brian, Kathryn Cartini

Website: https://chloecapital.com 

Comcast Ventures (CVC)

Comcast Ventures is the private venture capital affiliate of Comcast Corporation. Founded in 1999 and based in San Francisco, Comcast Ventures invests in innovative businesses that are shaping the future of entertainment, communications, and digital technology. The firm partners with entrepreneurs who demonstrate vision, passion, and tenacity. 

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: Singapore, USA, Israel, Canada, UK, Germany, Finland, Singapore, Sweden, France, Ghana, UAE, China

Operating since: 1999

Stages: Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Series D

Investment Focus: Enterprise (Enterprise Software, Cloud Infrastructure, CyberSecurity, Data Analytics, Business Intelligence, FinTech, InsurTech, Blockchain, Marketplaces, Digital Media, MarTech, AdTech, Telecommunication, Wireless, Data, LegalTech, Future of Work, Mobile, HRTech, HealthTech, IoT, AI, EdTech, Robotics, Drones, TravelTech, Hardware), Consumer (Consumer Brands, SaaS, E-commerce, Automotive, RetailTech, Fashion, Personal Care, Mobility, PropTech, Hardware, Beauty, Gaming, Sports, eSports, VR, AR, Content, FoodTech, Social)

Number of investments: 482

Number of exits: 200

Check size: $2m – $100m

Notable investments: Datadog, Slack, Instacart

Founders/Key People: Ryan Lee, Allison Goldberg

Website: https://comcastventures.com 

Compound

Compound VC is a New York City-based venture capital firm primarily investing in early-stage technology companies. Established in 2009, the firm leverages its team’s expertise in investing, research, and operations to support founders in solving complex technical challenges, effectively communicating their breakthroughs, and scaling their commercial efforts. The team at Compound VC includes individuals with diverse roles and experiences, such as Michael Dempsey and David Hirsch, who contribute to the firm’s strategic and operational guidance.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, Singapore, Germany, UK, France, Canada, Singapore, Spain, Australia, 

Operating since: 2006

Stages: Seed, Series A

Investment Focus: AI/ML, Health Care & Biology, Robotics/Connected Devices/IoT, FinTech, Enterprise Software, Blockchain, E-commerce, Consumer Mobile, Marketplaces

Number of investments: 237

Number of exits: 99

Check size: $1m – $30m

Notable investments: Genies, Thrive Market

Founders/Key People: Michael Dempsey, David Hirsch

Website: https://compound.vc 

Conductive Ventures

Conductive Ventures, founded in 2017, is a micro venture capital firm based in Palo Alto, California, specializing in enterprise software and hardware sectors. The firm primarily invests in startup companies during their seed stages. As a venture capital firm, Conductive Ventures is known for its active involvement in the companies it invests in, offering more than just financial support. They emphasize the importance of building strong, authentic relationships and maintaining integrity in all their dealings.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, South Korea, Israel

Operating since: 2017

Stages: Series A, Series B, Series C

Investment Focus: Software (Artificial Intelligence/AI, Blockchain Technology, Enterprise Mobile, SaaS 2.0, Connected Services APIs), Hardware (10x Low Power Consumption, Industrial IoT, Robotics & Drones, 3d Printing, Autonomous Driving)

Number of investments: 38

Number of exits: 7

Check size: $2m – $50m

Notable investments: Sprinklr, Forte

Founders/Key People: Carey Lai, Paul Yeh

Website: https://conductive.vc 

Contour Venture Partners

Contour Venture Partners, founded in 2005, is a New York City-based seed-stage venture capital firm. The firm specializes in seed-stage companies providing innovative software solutions in enterprise SaaS, vertical B2B SaaS, and financial services sectors, primarily in New York City. Contour Venture Partners is known for partnering with passionate entrepreneurs and management teams to build businesses that aim to transform their industries. As of 2023, Contour has managed 7 funds, supporting 200+ companies, and has been involved in 33 liquidity events​​.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: UK, USA, Canada, Israel

Operating since: 2005

Stages: Seed,Series A

Investment Focus: FinTech,InsurTech,Enterprise Software,Cloud Infrastructure,Digital Media, Sports, Robotics,Data Analytics, AI, ML, IoT, MarTech, AdTech, EdTech, RetailTech, HealthTech, Digital Health, PropTech,Construction, FoodTech,EnergyTech,Marketplaces

Number of investments: 202

Number of exits: 43

Check size: $500k – $3m

Notable investments: Datadog, Pendo

Founders/Key People: Matt G., Bob Greene

Website: https://www.contourventures.com 

Coparion

Coparion, founded in 2016, is a venture capital firm based in Cologne, Germany, focusing on early-stage investments in technology sectors across Germany. With assets under management of 275 million euros, Coparion supports the growth of young technology companies, particularly in areas where resources are scarce and opportunities are abundant. Its notable portfolio includes companies in various sectors such as digital health, fintech, and biotech. Their investment sweet spot is around 9 million Euros, ranging from 560K to 18 million Euros. 

Headquarters: Germany

Investment Geography: Germany, UK, Switzerland, Canada

Operating since: 2016

Stages: Seed, Series A

Investment Focus: FinTech, Crypto, InsurTech, HealthTech, BioTech, Biopharma, Therapeutics, Medical Devices, AI, ML, IoT, Robotics, Enterprise Software, EnergyTech, AutoTech, TravelTech, PropTech, Electric Vehicles, Construction Tech,3D Printing

Number of investments: 92

Number of exits: 13

Check size: $500k – $20m

Notable investments: Grover, FreshBooks

Founders/Key People: Stefan Martinez, David Zimmer

Website: https://www.coparion.vc/en 

Cota Capital

Cota Capital, founded in 2015, is a San Francisco-based investment firm focusing on private and public technology companies, especially in the enterprise, fintech, and health tech sectors. The firm emphasizes a partnership-based approach, working closely with founders and companies throughout various stages of their development. Regarding Cota Capital’s check size range, the average round size in which they participate is around $11 million​.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, UK, Canada, Mexico, Finland, Ireland, France

Operating since: 2015

Stages: Seed,Series A,Series B

Investment Focus: Enterprise Tech (Enterprise Software, FinTech, MarTech, AR, AI, Data Analytics, Cloud Computing, Robotics, SpaceTech, HRTech, E-commerce, Wireless, Sensors, Blockchain, PropTech, Health Care, HealthTech, Marketplaces, BioTech, Therapeutics)

Number of investments: 198

Number of exits: 40

Check size: $1m – $15m

Notable investments: Square, Uber

Founders/Key People: Babak Poushanchi, Kamni Vijay

Website: https://www.cotacapital.com 

Credo Ventures

Credo Ventures, based in the Czech Republic, primarily invests in technology companies across various stages, ranging from pre-seed to Series A. In 2020, Credo Ventures raised €75 million for its fourth fund to intensify its activity in Poland. The firm’s portfolio includes a variety of tech startups, and has invested in two unicorns, demonstrating a strong focus on innovative and growth-oriented companies in the tech sector.

Headquarters: Czech Republic

Investment Geography: UK, USA, Croatia, Czech Republic, Hungary, Moldova, Poland, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Germany, Canada, France, Netherlands, Estonia, Singapore

Operating since: 2010

Stages: Seed, Series A, Series B

Investment Focus: Enterprise Software,AI,ML,Big Data,Data Analytics,Data Science,IoT,Cyber Security,Dev Tools,Video,Digital Media,Gaming,Hardware,Robotics,MarTech,HealthTech,Real Estate,EdTech,Telcom,Wireless,FinTech,Semiconductors,TravelTech,Marketplaces

Number of investments: 131

Number of exits: 24

Check size: $100k – $5m

Notable investments: ElevenLabs, UiPath, Archbee

Founders/Key People: Ondrej Bartos, Michal Cernocky

Website: https://www.credoventures.com 

Deepwater Asset Management

Deepwater Asset Management, headquartered in the USA, is a growth investment firm that manages a variety of equity investment funds. These funds span across the growth spectrum in both public and private markets. Led by Gene Munster, Joe Robillard, Doug Clinton, and Andrew Murphy, the team boasts over 80 years of combined experience in investing in growth companies. Deepwater’s focus is on tech-driven growth stories, emphasizing investments in persistent growth with a respect for valuation.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: United States, India.

Operating since: 2017

Investment Focus: AI,AR,Autonomous Vehicles, Blockchain, Crypto,Gaming, NeuroTech,Retail,Robotics,VR,HealthTech,Digital Health,Logistics,Enterprise Software,MarTech,FinTech,PropTech,TravelTech,Marketplaces

Stages: Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A.

Number of investments: Unspecified

Number of exits: Unspecified

Check size: Unspecified

Notable investments: Redwood Materials, Masterworks

Founders/Key People: Andrew Murphy, Gene Munster

Website: https://deepwatermgmt.com/

Drive Capital

Drive Capital, founded in 2013 by Mark Kvamme and Chris Olsen, is a venture capital firm based in Columbus, Ohio, focusing on tech startups outside Silicon Valley. The firm’s investment portfolio includes various companies across the United States and Canada, with notable examples like Duolingo and Olive. Drive Capital has established several funds, including a $250 million venture capital fund in 2014, a $300 million fund in 2016, and a $301 million expansion stage fund in 2020, bringing its total assets under management to $1.2 billion​​. Drive Capital has also announced an $80 million seed program, including plans to invest $500,000 in up to 160 founders, particularly focusing on pre-seed and seed companies located in selected North American cities.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, Canada

Operating since: 2012

Stages: Series A,Series B

Investment Focus: Enterprise Software,Infrastructure,AI,ML,Data Science, InsurTech, EdTech, HealthTech, Robotics,TravelTech,IoT,Marketplaces,FoodTech,E-commerce

Number of investments: 135

Number of exits: 26

Check size: $250k – $75m

Notable investments: Duolingo, Sidecar Health, Olive

Founders/Key People: Avoilan Bingham, Chris Olsen

Website: https://www.drivecapital.com 

Easo Ventures

Easo Ventures is a private venture capital company committed to supporting individuals and businesses with strong growth potential. They achieve this by offering financial investment and sharing valuable expertise and experience. This venture capital firm was established in response to the Basque Country’s need for an investment sector that could effectively back startups and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Easo Ventures is distinguished by its collaboration with nearly 100 Basque companies and entrepreneurs. These collaborators contribute not just with funding but also by lending their knowledge and experience to assist the companies in which Easo Ventures invests.

Headquarters: Spain

Investment Geography: Spain, USA, Germany, France, UK

Operating since: 2018

Stages: Seed, Series A, Series B

Investment Focus: FinTech, EdTech,AR/VR, E-commerce, DTC,Fashion,Health & Nutrition, HeathTech, Digital Health,BioTech,Therapeutics, Enterprise Software, Cloud, CyberSecurity LegalTech, Digital Media, Computer Vision,Robotics,Industry 4.0, Quantum Computing, Wireless, Sensors, Manufacturing

Number of investments: 122

Number of exits: 6

Check size: $1m – $5m

Notable investments: Stellum Capital

Founders/Key People: Pedro Baroja, Gorka Moreno

Website: https://www.easoventures.com 

Embark Ventures

Embark Ventures is a venture capital firm specializing in pre-seed and seed-stage investments, focusing on “deep tech” companies. Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Embark Ventures primarily invests in sectors such as bio-healthcare, software and computing, manufacturing and industrial, material science, robotics and automation, and sensors and semiconductors. The firm seeks out ambitious teams that have developed proprietary technology, offering a significant competitive advantage in large-scale industries. 

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: Canada, USA, 

Operating since: 2017

Stages: Pre-Seed,Seed

Investment Focus: DeepTech (Bio-Health Care, Software-Computing, Manufacturing-Industrial, Material Science, Robotics-Automation,Sensors-Semiconductors)

Number of investments: 36

Number of exits: 1

Check size: $100k – $2m

Notable investments: Parallel Systems, Truvian Sciences

Founders/Key People: Peter Lee, Yipeng Zhao

Website: https://www.embark.vc 

EMV Capital

EMV Capital is a venture capital firm recognized for its work in early-stage, high-growth tech companies. Their focus is primarily on the life science, sustainability, and industrial sectors in the UK and globally. As a subsidiary of NetScientific plc, EMV Capital offers unique investment strategies for each portfolio company, leveraging its EIS fund and a broad network of investors, including private investors, family offices, institutions, and corporate VCs. They are known for their proactive approach to portfolio management and strategic support to partner companies, emphasizing the importance of tailored support to meet the specific needs of businesses. 

Headquarters: UK

Investment Geography: UK, USA, Israel

Operating since: 2018

Stages: Seed,Pre-Series A,Series A,Series B

Investment Focus: Energy,Transport,Circular Economy,Smart City,Industrial High-Tech,Health Care & MedTech (Robotics,AI,ML,Material Sciences,IoT,Hardware,Software, Advanced Engineering, Power Electronics, HealthTech)

Number of investments: 31

Number of exits: 2

Check size: $100k – $10m

Notable investments: EpiBone, Insight

Founders/Key People: Alexej Krenke, Kevin Dean

Website: https://emvcapital.com 

Eniac Ventures

Eniac Ventures, founded by four college friends, is a venture capital firm specializing in leading seed rounds for bold founders. With over 80 years of combined experience in building companies, the firm actively supports its portfolio companies beyond just providing capital. Eniac Ventures focuses on founders creating transformational companies, offering them full access to its general partners and the Eniac Platform. The firm’s approach is about financial returns and nurturing the next generation of innovative entrepreneurs.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: UK, USA, Israel, Canada, France, Spain, Germany, China, Greece, Switzerland, Singapore

Operating since: 2009

Stages: Pre-Seed,Seed

Investment Focus: Enterprise Software,FinTech,HealthTech,Digital Media, MarTech, EdTech, Gaming, FoodTech, Transportation, CyberSecurity, PropTech, Robotics, E-commerce, AR, VR, Marketplaces

Number of investments: 342

Number of exits: 102

Check size: $50k – $1.5m

Notable investments: Salesforce, Airbnb, Automattic

Founders/Key People: Timothy Young, Hadley Harris, Vic Singh

Website: https://eniac.vc 

EQT Ventures

EQT Ventures, a venture capital firm based in Stockholm, Sweden, is part of the larger EQT AB Group. Founded in 2015, the firm focuses on seed-stage, early-stage, and later-stage investments, primarily in the IT and SaaS sectors. EQT Ventures operates across Europe and the United States and has raised over €2.3 billion in total capital. Its first fund, EQT Ventures I, was launched in May 2016 with commitments totaling €566 million. The firm has been involved in multiple investments across various sectors and has established a significant presence in the VC landscape. EQT Ventures makes equity investments ranging from €100k to €75 million in startups and scale-ups across Europe and the U.S.

Headquarters: Sweden

Investment Geography: Sweden, UK, USA, Germany, Netherlands, France, Norway, Canada, Finland, Switzerland, Ireland, Portugal, Denmark, Cyprus, Estonia

Operating since: 2015

Stages: Seed,Series A,Series B,Series C

Investment Focus: Enterprise Software, MarTech, Sports, Transportation, Automotive, Autonomous Electric Vehicles, Aerospace, Fitness, Wearables, RetailTech, Delivery, FinTech, InsurTech, Gaming,Mobile,Mobility,Robotics,Digital Media, AdTech, HRTech, DevTools, HealthTech, Digital Health,Construction, CyberSecurity, Marketplaces, Hardware, PropTech, Manufacturing, FoodTech,Supply Chain,TravelTech,Data Analytics,AI,AR,VR

Number of investments: 190

Number of exits: 25

Check size: €100k to €75m

Notable investments: Einride, Wolt

Founders/Key People: Tomas Pivarci

Website: https://eqtventures.com 

ff Venture Capital

ff Venture Capital, established in 2008, is a notable venture capital firm based in New York City. Founded by John Frankel and Alex Katz, the firm specializes in providing seed-stage and early-stage funding to technology companies. ff Venture Capital is known for its strong focus on emerging industries such as AI, Enterprise Software, FinTech, Automation, and Sustainability. The firm prides itself on being one of the best-performing seed and early-stage venture capital firms in New York, actively partnering with founders to create high-value, market-moving businesses. They have a notable track record of investing in companies that have the potential to impact their respective markets significantly.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: UK, USA, Canada, Germany, France, Netherlands, Poland, Israel, Estonia, Mexico, Ireland, Ukraine, India

Operating since: 2008

Stages: Seed,Series A,Series B

Investment Focus: Enterprise Software,CyberSecurity,AI,ML,Data Analytics, FinTech, Robotics, Drones, AdTech,MarTech,Consumer,EdTech,Hardware,HealthTech,FoodTech,Marketplaces

Number of investments: 336

Number of exits: 81

Check size: $300k – $700k

Notable investments: Addepar, Surf Air, Movable Ink

Founders/Key People: Mariusz Adamski, Florin Mihoc

Website: https://ffvc.com 

Fifty Years

Fifty Years is a venture capital firm focusing on pre-seed and seed investments. Founded with the mission of using technology to solve the world’s biggest problems, the firm is particularly interested in backing founders who are tackling issues like the climate crisis, disease, and malnutrition. Fifty Years also emphasizes helping world-class scientists transition into successful entrepreneurs, having backed a significant number of Ph.D. founders and CEOs. Founders of billion-dollar tech companies support the firm and it has a history of backing projects with substantial scientific research and citations.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: UK, USA, Canada, Germany, Netherlands, Australia, Senegal, Nigeria

Operating since: 2016

Stages: Seed,Series A

Investment Focus: Synthetic Biology, FoodTech, Education, Health, Civic, Community, Energy, Hardware, Software,Robotics

Number of investments: 134

Number of exits: 12

Check size: $100k – $3m

Notable investments: Substack, Astranis

Founders/Key People: Seth Bannon, Ela Madej

Website: https://fiftyyears.com 

First Star Ventures

First Star Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The firm is known for investing in early-stage companies, particularly in sectors such as artificial intelligence, computational biotechnology, connected sensors, augmented reality, virtual reality, and blockchain. First Star Ventures initially operated under the name Procyon Ventures and has been progressively increasing its fund sizes. Their first fund, launched in 2014, was valued at $10 million. This was followed by a second fund in 2019, valued at $25 million. As of 2022, they were targeting a $40 million fund for their third venture fund.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: UK, USA, Canada, Israel, Serbia

Operating since: 2014

Stages: Pre-Seed,Seed

Investment Focus: Big Data,AI,ML,Data Analytics,Computational BioTech,Connected Sensors, AR/VR, Blockchain,Crypto,Robotics,Enterprise Software,Business Intelligence,Cloud Infrastructure, Wireless,Logistics,Supply Chain,Wearables

Number of investments: 52

Number of exits: 14

Check size: $10k – $1m

Notable investments: Swiftly, Jellyfish

Founders/Key People: Drew Volpe, Millie Liu

Website: https://www.firststar.vc 

Firstminute Capital

Firstminute Capital, founded in 2017 and headquartered in London, is a venture capital firm known for its seed fund investments in technology companies. The firm focuses on various sectors: SaaS, deep tech, climate tech, web3, gaming, open-source, consumer, fintech, health tech, food tech, prop tech, and e-commerce. With a global investment approach, Firstminute Capital has backed over 190 teams and aims to be the first check into a company, targeting a 10% ownership stake. The firm is noted for its significant assets under management, with over $400 million, and typically issues investment tickets ranging from $1 million to $5 million. 

Headquarters: UK

Investment Geography: UK, USA, Canada, Germany, India, Brazil, Pakistan, UAE, Kenya, France, Sweden, Netherlands, Ireland, Portugal, Denmark, Austria, Norway, South Africa, Finland, Switzerland, Costa Rica, Egypt

Operating since: 2017

Stages: Seed,Series A

Investment Focus: Robotics,Vertical AI,ML,HealthTech,BioTech,Blockchain,SaaS,Enterprise, Software, CyberSecurity, Gaming, Entertainment,Consumer,PropTech,Open Source, FinTech, D2C, Crypto, FoodTech, AgTech, Semiconductors, EnergyTech, EdTech, Cannabis, E-commerce

Number of investments: 190

Number of exits: 11

Check size: $1m to $5m.

Notable investments: Mistral AI, Ramp

Founders/Key People: Spencer Crawley, Min Nolan

Website: https://www.firstminute.capital 

Force Over Mass Capital

Force Over Mass Capital is a London-based venture capital firm specializing in early-stage technology investments. It aims to bridge the gap between venture capital and crowdfunding by offering a unique, transparent, technological investment solution. Force Over Mass is known for its focus on supporting exceptional founders, particularly those with contrarian ideas, by leveraging technology and financial innovation. This approach allows them to cater to diverse clients, including pension funds. Additionally, the firm seeks to deliver superior returns to its investors, facilitated by its innovative fund structure offering greater returns and shorter lock-up periods​​​​. Force Over Mass Capital typically engages in investment deals ranging from $1 million to $5 million. 

Headquarters: UK

Investment Geography: UK, USA, Ireland, Germany, Belgium, Netherlands, Israel, Bulgaria, Austria, Spain, Brazil

Operating since: 2013

Stages: Seed,Series A,Series B

Investment Focus: AI & Robotics,Big Data & Analytics,Blockchain & Crypto,Cloud Computing & Networking, E-commerce,EdTech,FinTech & InsurTech,Gaming,Health & Bio,Industry 4.0, LegalTech & GovTech, Logistics & Mobility,MedTech,Marketplaces,Retail & Consumer, SaaS, Security, Social

Number of investments: 176

Number of exits: 37

Check size: $1m – $5m

Notable investments: Bud, Pelago, 

Founders/Key People: Benjamin Tan, Nicholas Tyler

Website: https://fomcap.com 

Globis Capital Partners

Globis Capital Partners, established in 1996 by Yoshito Hori, is a Japanese venture capital firm based in Tokyo. As a significant player in the venture capital space, Globis has a focused approach toward investing in companies, predominantly taking on the role of a lead investor. Its success is reflected in its involvement with numerous IPOs, with 36 of its investments reaching IPO status. Moreover, Globis Capital Partners manages a substantial fund size, with its assets under management (AUM) exceeding $1 billion. 

Headquarters: Japan

Investment Geography: Japan, USA, Singapore, Malaysia, United Kingdom, Israel

Operating since: 1996

Stages: Seed,Series A,Series B

Investment Focus: Consumer Marketplaces, HealthTech, E-commerce, FinTech, InsurTech, IoT, EdTech, Games,Digital Media,Social,Mobile,PropTech,FoodTech,Enterprise Software,AI,Data Analytics,Mobility,Cloud Infrastructure, ConstructionTech, Logistics, HRTech, MarTech, Drones, SalesTech, Robotics, Semiconductors,Hardware, Advanced Manufacturing

Number of investments: 193

Number of exits: 62

Check size: $1m – $50m

Notable investments: Mercari, Telexistence, 

Founders/Key People: Emre Yuasa, Kosuke Fukagawa

Website: https://www.globiscapital.co.jp/en/ 

Golden Ventures

Golden Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Toronto, Canada, established in 2011 by Matt Golden. It specializes in funding seed-stage companies across North America. The firm’s investment focus includes a wide range of sectors such as manufacturing, business services, consumer products and services, education, energy, eSports and gaming, fintech, food, logistics, media, and e-commerce. Golden Ventures is known for its early-stage investments, predominantly in seed-stage companies, but also provides follow-on investment up to Series A and occasionally beyond. Golden Ventures typically issues initial checks between $500K and $2M.

Headquarters: Canada

Investment Geography: Canada, Singapore, USA, France

Operating since: 2011

Stages: Seed,Series A,Series B

Investment Focus: AdTech, Aerospace, Biotechnology, E-commerce, EdTech, FinTech, FoodTech, Hospitality, HealthTech, Life Sciences, Analytics, Digital Media, Entertainment, Marketplaces, Hardware, MarTech, Material Science, Robotics, Enterprise Software

Number of investments: 183

Number of exits: 34

Check size: $500K and $2M

Notable investments: Zynga, Salesforce

Founders/Key People: Matt Golden, Bert Amato

Website: https://www.golden.ventures 

GreatPoint Ventures

GreatPoint Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm founded by a team of entrepreneurs and operators who have collectively built companies with an enterprise value of over $300 billion. Established in 2015 and based in San Francisco, California, the firm primarily focuses on investments in sectors like biotech, healthcare, technology, consumer products, enterprise, digital health, proptech, logistics, fintech, climate, and food & agriculture. GreatPoint Ventures is selective in its investments, making fewer than ten new investments each year. They engage in various funding rounds, including pre-seed, seed, Series A, and Series B+. The firm’s check size ranges from $100K to $3M. 

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: UK, USA, Canada, Poland, Finland, Singapore

Operating since: 2015

Stages: Series A,Series B

Investment Focus: AI, ML, Data Analytics, Robotics, VR, BioTech, Health Care, Therapeutics, Medical Devices, MedTech, HealthTech, FoodTech, Enterprise Software, Cloud Infrastructure, FinTech, Retail, E-commerce, Cyber Security, EdTech, Manufacturing, Semiconductors

Number of investments: 130

Number of exits: 16

Check size: $100K to $3M

Notable investments: Extend, Beyond Meat

Founders/Key People: Andrew Perlman, Ray Lane

Website: https://www.gpv.com 

Halley Venture Partners

Halley Venture Partners, founded in 2017, is a venture capital firm based in Lafayette, California, focusing on the legal cannabis industry. The firm aims to invest early in scalable companies within the legal cannabis and hemp sectors, leveraging the team’s deep experience in cannabis, technology, and agriculture. The team at Halley brings together professionals with extensive backgrounds in investing, operations, and sector-specific knowledge, working towards capitalizing on the industry’s momentum​​.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, Mexico

Operating since: 2017

Stages: Seed,Series A,Series B,Series C

Investment Focus: Cannabis Tech (Cannabis, Hemp, Agriculture, Marketing, Software, Robotics)

Number of investments: 11

Number of exits: 3

Check size: $200K to $2.0M

Notable investments: Lucid Green, Zassy

Founders/Key People: Steve Schuman

Website: https://www.halleyvp.com 

Hemisphere Ventures

Hemisphere Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Mercer Island, Washington, focusing on pre-seed and seed financing. The firm is known for investing in robotics, drones, and space sectors. Founded in 2014, Hemisphere Ventures targets early-stage ventures, seed rounds, and later-stage VC opportunities, primarily within the United States. Their industry focus includes crypto, web3, blockchain, big data, and digital health​​​​.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, Israel, Canada, United Kingdom, France, Spain, Netherlands, Ireland, Argentina, Cayman Islands

Operating since: 2014

Stages: Pre-Seed, Seed

Investment Focus: Software, AdTech, AI, BioTech, EdTech, FinTech, HealthTech, IoT, Travel, Marketplaces, Robotics, Drones, Space, Enterprise, Consumer

Number of investments: 261

Number of exits: 96

Check size: $100k – $3m

Notable investments: Cabify, Aircall, Picnic

Founders/Key People: Chip Whittemore

Website: https://www.hemisphere.com 

Heuristic Capital Partners

Heuristic Capital Partners is an early-stage venture capital firm focusing on companies at the initial stages of their development. The firm is distinguished by its partners’ extensive experience, which includes founding multiple companies and leading them through IPOs and acquisitions. With over 25 years of combined professional and personal venture investment experience, Heuristic Capital Partners commits to actively supporting the growth and advancement of its portfolio companies​​.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, Canada, UK

Operating since: 2016

Stages: Seed,Series A

Investment Focus: Hardware, Sensors, AI, Computer Vision, Robotics, Enterprise Software, Digital Health, HealthTech, Medical Devices, MedTech, Wearables, AgTech, Crypto, Consumer Electronics, Digital Media

Number of investments: 46

Number of exits: 19

Check size: $200k – $5m

Notable investments: Hinge Health, Theta Labs

Founders/Key People: Ren Du, Michael Liao

Website: https://www.heuristiccapital.com 

High-Tech Gründerfonds

High-Tech Gründerfonds (HTGF) is a venture capital firm based in Bonn, Germany, focusing on seed investments in high-tech start-ups. Established as a public-private partnership, it involves the Federal Ministry of Economics and Technology, KfW Banking Group, and various industrial groups among its investors. HTGF is known for its early-stage investments, typically injecting around €600,000 in the seed stage and up to €3 million in subsequent rounds for portfolio companies. The fund has about €886 million under management across three funds and a portfolio comprising approximately 490 companies, including notable names like Trademob, 6Wunderkinder, and Mister Spex​​​​.

Headquarters: Germany

Investment Geography: Germany, USA, Brazil, Switzerland, United Kingdom, France, Laos, Netherlands, Belgium, Austria, Estonia, Finland, Denmark, Portugal, Russia, Spain, Sweden, Norway, Italy, Mauritius, Slovenia

Operating since: 2005

Stages: Seed,Series A

Investment Focus: Chemistry (3D Printing, Surface Tech, New Materials, AgTech, Food, Health, BioTech, R&D Processes, Sensors, Sustainability, Energy, CleanTech), Digital Business Models (FinTech, Blockchain, E-commerce, Mobility, JobTech, PropTech, LegalTech, MarTech, AdTech, TravelTech, Digital Media, AI, Data Analytics, Infrastructure, Communication, DevTools, CyberSecurity, Productivity-Tools, RetailTech, Search, Social, Sustainability), Industrial Tech (Logistics, Software, VR, AR, Metrology, Semiconductors, Additive Manufacturing, EnergyTech, Micro Systems, Robotics, Security, Sensors), Life Sciences (Diagnostic, Digital Health, Green Biotech, MedTech, Pharmaceuticals, R&D Tools)

Number of investments: 1130

Number of exits: 374

Check size: €600k – €3m

Notable investments: MYR, Commercetools

Founders/Key People: Alex Frankenberg, Tanja Emmerling

Website: https://www.htgf.de/en/ 

Homebrew

Homebrew is a venture capital firm that has shifted its focus towards a more stage-agnostic evergreen model, funded solely by its general partners, Satya Patel and Hunter Walk. Initially known for its seed-stage investments, Homebrew has evolved to allow for a flexible, open-ended fund structure with no set termination date, enabling capital recycling from realized returns without constraints. Despite the change in funding structure, Homebrew continues to prioritize a hands-on approach, offering capital, counsel, and commitment to ensure the success of its portfolio companies​​​​.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, Brazil, Mexico, Canada, Poland, Colombia, Bermuda

Operating since: 2013

Stages: Seed, Series A

Investment Focus: FinTech, Robotics & Autonomy, Enterprise Software, Commerce Marketplaces, HealthTech, AgTech, Consumer Services, AI, ML, Developer Platforms, Hardware, Media, Aerospace, Crypto

Number of investments: 233

Number of exits: 61

Check size: $100k to $500k 

Notable investments: Shield AI, Anchor, Coinbase

Founders/Key People: Satya Patel, Hunter Walk

Website: https://homebrew.co 

Horizons Ventures

Horizons Ventures, founded in 2002 by Solina Chau, is a Hong Kong-based venture capital firm known for investing in deep science and technology that can significantly improve humanity’s future. The firm focuses on early investments in innovative companies across sectors like artificial intelligence, fintech, healthcare technology, and SaaS. Horizons Ventures has a notable track record of investing in companies such as DeepMind, Siri, and Skype, emphasizing its commitment to visionary, impactful projects​​.

Headquarters: Hong Kong

Investment Geography: Hong Kong, USA, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Canada, Israel, Australia, Germany, Indonesia, Sweden, France, India, Egypt, Spain, China, Liechtenstein, Netherlands, Japan

Operating since: 2002

Stages: Seed, Series A, Series B

Investment Focus: Enterprise Software, Health, FinTech, Media, Food, Transportation, Energy, Marketing, Gaming, Telecommunications, Beauty, Music, Education, Security, Real Estate, Robotics, Travel, Fashion, Semiconductors

Number of investments: 374

Number of exits: 89

Check size: $100k – $10m

Notable investments: Slack, Meta, Zoom Video, Airbnb

Founders/Key People: Debbie Chang, Jacky Li

Website: https://www.horizonsventures.com 

Hyperplane Venture Capital 

Hyperplane Venture Capital is a venture firm that supports founders with the vision to build groundbreaking companies for the future, even those whose ideas might seem unconventional today. They focus on early-stage technology companies in areas such as machine intelligence, AI, distributed systems, and more, aiming to drive innovation across all industries through software, hardware, and AI. Their approach is based on partnership, patience, and a deep commitment to solving the world’s biggest challenges, backing gritty, visionary founders ready to make a significant impact​​.  

Headquarters: USA (Boston, Massachusetts)

Investment Geography: USA

Operating since: 2014

Stages: Seed, Series A

Investment Focus: Enterprise DeepTech (AI, ML, Machine Intelligence, Data Science, Data Analytics, VR & AR, Computer Vision, Enterprise Software, Cloud Computing, Robotics, Sensor Tech, Distributed Systems, Supply Chain, E-commerce, AgTech, LegalTech, HealthTech, Digital Health, Cyber Security, FinTech)

Number of investments: 112

Number of exits: 17

Check size: $100k – $3m

Notable investments: SportsVisio, CoSell, Lucid Data, Flexpa, Soft Robotics

Founders/Key People: Vivian Myrto, Brendan Kohler, John Murphy

Website: http://www.hyperplane.vc/ 

IA Ventures 

IA Ventures is a venture capital firm established in 2010, based in New York. It specializes in seed-stage investments, primarily focusing on software businesses. As an active firm, IA Ventures aims to support and grow companies within the software sector. The firm is known for its strategic investments and support for early-stage companies, leveraging its expertise and resources to foster innovation in the software industry​​.  

Headquarters: USA (New York, New York)

Investment Geography: USA

Operating since: 2010

Stages: Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C

Investment Focus: FinTech, MarTech, HealthTech, Biotechnology, Enterprise Software, Cyber Security, Robotics, Telecommunications, IoT, Infrastructure

Number of investments: 182

Number of exits: 41

Check size: $100k – $10m

Notable investments: Better.com, SingleStore, Wise, Datadog, Headway

Founders/Key People: Jesse Beyroutey, Brad Gillespie

Website: http://www.iaventures.com/

Impact Venture Capital

Impact Venture Capital (Impact VC) is focused on investing in startups and companies that aim to generate both financial returns and positive social or environmental impacts. This investment strategy is grounded in the belief that financial success can be aligned with solutions to global challenges, such as climate change, healthcare, education, and financial inclusion.

Headquarters: Japan.

Investment Geography: United States, Japan, Canada

Operating since: 2016

Investment Focus: AI (Enterprise Software, Cloud Computing, Big Data, Cyber Security, IoT, Robotics, Drones, Autonomous Vehicles, Digital Health, HealthTech, FinTech, FoodTech, AgTech, Retail, Supply Chain, Digital Media)

Stages: Seed, Series A, Series B

Number of investments: 49

Number of exits: 3

Check size: $100K – $5M

Notable investments: TaskHuman, CORNAMI

Founders/Key People: Jonathan Carmel, Gary Hooper

Website: https://impactvc.com/

Indico Capital Partners

Indico Capital Partners is a prominent venture capital firm based in Portugal, dedicated to early-stage technology companies. With a strong focus on startups operating in the information and communication technology (ICT) sectors, Indico aims to support innovative companies that have the potential to scale globally. The firm is managed by a team of experienced partners, including Stephan Morais, Ricardo Torgal, and Cristina Fonseca. Together, they bring a wealth of experience in entrepreneurship, venture capital, and technology, having been involved in notable investments and companies themselves.

Headquarters: Portugal.

Investment Geography: Portugal, United States, Spain, United Kingdom, Germany, Brazil, Italy, Norway.

Operating since: 2017

Investment Focus: AI, Blockchain, Marketplaces, Big Data, Enterprise SaaS, IoT/Robotics, FinTech, Cyber Security & Privacy, Digital Companies.

Stages: Seed, Series A,

Number of investments: 40

Number of exits: 2

Check size: €100K – €5M

Notable investments: Anchorage, TIER

Founders/Key People: Stephan Morais

Website: https://www.indicocapital.com/

Industrifonden Ventures

Industrifonden Ventures is an independent venture capital fund based in Sweden, focused on nurturing Nordic breakthrough innovations. Established by the Swedish government in 1979 as an independent foundation, Industrifonden has evolved into a prominent player in the venture capital landscape, especially within the realms of deep tech, life science, and transformative business. The fund operates with an evergreen structure, which allows it to prioritize long-term value creation over short-term gains, reflecting its commitment to sustainable investment practices.

Headquarters: Sweden.

Investment Geography: Sweden, United States, Denmark, Norway, Finland, United Kingdom, Switzerland, Iceland, Türkiye, Netherlands.

Operating since: 1979

Investment Focus: Enterprise Software, Industry 4.0 (Automation, Robotics, Industrial IoT), DeepTech (AI, Blockchain, New Materials & Processes), Life Sciences (Therapeutics, Medical Devices, Digital Health)

Stages: Post-Seed, Series A, Series B

Number of investments: 386

Number of exits: 66

Check size: SEK10M – SEK50M

Notable investments: Oatly, Mycronic

Founders/Key People: Peter Wolpert

Website: https://industrifonden.com/

Industrious Ventures

Industrious Ventures is a venture capital firm focused on transforming fundamental industries and processes through innovation. They invest in companies that bring significant advancements to established systems, particularly in fundamental industries that underpin the global economy. The firm emphasizes the importance of an application layer that integrates new technologies, such as machine learning and quantum computing, into these sectors to drive transformation.

Headquarters: United States.

Investment Geography: United States.

Operating since: 2013

Investment Focus: Industrial Refactoring:- Application via Innovation & Transformation, Industrial Tech, Supply Chain, AgTech, Robotics, 3D Printing, AI, ML, Cloud Computing, Software.

Stages: Seed, Series A, Series B.

Number of investments: 19

Number of exits: 1

Check size: $100K – $1M

Notable investments: ICON, PayStand

Founders/Key People: Mason Angel

Website: https://www.industrious.vc/

Intel Capital

Intel Capital is a division of Intel Corporation, focused on managing corporate venture capital, global investments, mergers, and acquisitions. It invests in technology startups and companies across various sectors such as artificial intelligence, autonomous technology, data center and cloud, 5G, next-generation compute, and semiconductor technology. Intel Capital’s investment approach is not only financial but also includes providing deep domain knowledge and resources from Intel to assist companies on their path to success.

Headquarters: United States

Investment Geography: United States, China, Israel, United Kingdom, India, Canada, Japan, France, Germany, Brazil, Russia, Taiwan.

Operating since: 1991

Investment Focus: AI, Data Center, Cloud, Analytics, 5G & Communications, IoT & Robotics, Semiconductors & Memory, Next-gen Computing & Devices, Software & Security, Autonomous Tech.

Stages: Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C

Number of investments: 1983

Number of exits: 629

Check size: $10m – $100m

Notable investments: mongoDB, Dell Computers

Founders/Key People: David Johnson

Website: https://www.intelcapital.com/

Inventure Ventures

Inventure Capital is a boutique investment fund focusing on early-stage investments in tech, biotech, and clean tech startups, primarily in the Midwest. Their portfolio also includes multi-family apartment development, aiming for a mix of tax-efficient, cash-flow-generating real estate and long-term technology investments. The fund has invested in healthcare technologies, a mobile authentication platform, and clean water technology for the oil & gas industry. They also provide consulting and advisory services, including financial analysis and due diligence research​​.

Headquarters: Finland

Investment Geography: Finland, Sweden, United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Denmark, Latvia, Estonia, Iceland, Hungary, China, Netherlands.

Operating since: 2007

Investment Focus: DeepTech (Enterprise Software, MarTech, AdTech, Data Analytics, AI, ML, FoodTech, Robotics, MedTech, Medical Devices, HealthTech, Data Science, IoT, Computer Vision, Marketplaces, FinTech, Semiconductors, VR, Cloud Computing, Gaming, Wireless, Mobile, CyberSecurity, Fitness, Wellness, Sensors, EdTech, CleanTech).

Stages: Seed, Series A.

Number of investments: 147

Number of exits: 17

Check size: $1m – $10m

Notable investments: Wolt, Almotive

Founders/Key People: Linus Dahg

Website: https://www.inventure.vc/

IVP Ventures

IVP Ventures, also known as Institutional Venture Partners, is a leading venture capital firm based in the United States, focusing on high-growth technology companies. Established in 1980 by Reid Dennis, it’s among the oldest venture capital firms and is headquartered in Menlo Park, California. With around 30 employees, IVP manages $7 billion in assets under management (AUM) and has a strong track record of investing in later-stage companies and growth equity investments.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Finland, France, China, India, Sweden, Netherlands, Israel, Lithuania, Hungary.

Operating since: 1980

Investment Focus: Enterprise Software, Cloud Infrastructure, Data Analytics, Business Intelligence, Big Data, AI, IoT, Cyber Security, Mobile, Messaging, Communication, FinTech, AdTech, MarTech, HRTech, Digital Media, DevTools, Digital Health, Marketplaces, E-commerce, Consumer Goods, Consumer Brands, Crypto, PropTech, Social Media, Beauty, Health, Fashion, TravelTech, LegalTech, Mobility, EdTech, Gaming, AR, Robotics.

Stages: Series A

Number of investments: 636

Number of exits: 176

Check size: $1m – $100m

Notable investments: Netflix, Uber

Founders/Key People: Todd Chaffee

Website: https://www.ivp.com/

Kakao Ventures

Kakao Ventures, established in 2012 and based in Seongnam-si, South Korea, is a venture capital firm that specializes in seed, early-stage, and growth-stage investments. With a focus on tech-enabled startups, the firm has shown a preference for investing in sectors such as advanced technology, deep tech, mobile services, and gaming. As an independent subsidiary of Kakao Corp, Kakao Ventures is recognized as one of Korea’s most active and startup-friendly early-stage venture capital firms.

Headquarters: South Korea

Investment Geography: South Korea, United States, Malta, China, Israel, Indonesia, Czech Republic, Germany, Netherlands, Canada, Vietnam, Singapore.

Operating since: 2012

Investment Focus: IT, Mobile, Software, Consumer Tech, Consumer Services, Digital Media, Gaming, eSports, E-commerce, AI, Blockchain, Big Data, Hardware, IoT, Robotics, VR, Marketplaces.

Stages: Pre-Seed, Seed, Post-Seed, Series A, Series B+.

Number of investments: 333

Number of exits: 24

Check size: $500K – $5M

Notable investments: Lunit, Danggeun Market

Founders/Key People: Shina Chung

Website: https://www.kakao.vc/

Keen Venture Partners

Keen Venture Partners is a venture capital firm founded in 2014, headquartered in Amsterdam, Netherlands, with a focus on investing in European technology companies. The firm targets companies operating in the sectors of data and intelligence, software services, and digital models. It primarily invests in fast-growing scale-ups at the Series A and Series B stages, supporting the development and scaling of innovative business models and technologies across Europe.

Headquarters: Netherlands

Investment Geography: Netherlands, Germany, France, United Kingdom, Belgium, Spain, Switzerland, United States, Iceland, Italy, Hungary.

Operating since: 2014

Investment Focus: Next-Gen Networks, Virtualization, IoT Platforms, Big Data, ML, Smart Hardware & Robotics, Software (Productivity and Collaboration Tools, File Management, Analytics), Marketplaces, Payment Services, FinTech Platforms, Cyber Security, Identity Solutions.

Stages: Pre-Seed, Seed, Post-Seed, Series A, Series B+.

Number of investments: 36

Number of exits: 2

Check size: $1M – $11M

Notable investments: Gourmey, Beekeeper

Founders/Key People: Robert Verwaayen

Website: https://www.keenventurepartners.com/

KickStart Ventures

Kickstart Ventures, founded in 2012, is the corporate venture capital arm of Globe Telecom, headquartered in Makati, Philippines. It transitioned from a corporate incubator with an initial fund of $2.5 million to a corporate venture capital firm, with a significant growth fund of $50 million by 2015. Now, Kickstart Ventures manages $255 million across various funds, including the $180 million Ayala Corporation Technology Innovation Venture Fund, which invests globally.

Headquarters: Philippines

Investment Geography: Philippines, United States, Indonesia, Singapore.

Operating since: 2012

Investment Focus: Enterprise Software, Cloud Computing, AI, ML, Big Data, Data Analytics, Blockchain, IoT, Robotics, HRTech, JobTech, FinTech, Digital Media, Content, HealthTech, Logistics, E-commerce, RetailTech, EdTech, PropTech, Clean Energy, Energy Storage, Distributed Energy, Environmental Tech, Waste Management.

Stages: Pre-Seed, Seed, Post-Seed, Series A, Series B+.

Number of investments: 59

Number of exits: 5

Check size: $10K – $500K

Notable investments: Spiff, Kumu

Founders/Key People: Joan Yao

Website: https://kickstart.ph/

Kima Ventures

Kima Ventures, established in March 2010 and based in Paris, France, is recognized as one of the world’s most active early-stage venture capital firms. It operates under the entrepreneurial spirit of Xavier Niel, the owner of notable entities like Iliad, Station F, and 42. The firm is committed to investing in 2 to 3 startups each week across the globe, contributing to nearly 100 investments annually. Kima Ventures provides startups not only with crucial funding but also offers a network and support to help these companies progress to their next development stages.

Headquarters: France

Investment Geography: France, United States, United Kingdom, Israel, Canada, Spain, Germany, Mexico, Russia, Sweden, Belgium, India.

Operating since: 2010

Investment Focus: Enterprise Software, Design, EdTech, Energy, FinTech, Hardware, Robotics, Logistics/Supply Chain, Media, SaaS, AdTech, Big Data, E-commerce, Retail, Entertainment, Gaming, Cyber Security, Social, TravelTech, Health, Bitcoin, FoodTech, AgTech, Lifestyle, CleanTech, Marketplaces.

Stages: Pre-Seed, Seed, Post-Seed, Series A, Series B+.

Number of investments: 928

Number of exits: 115

Check size: $100K – $5M

Notable investments: PayFit, Carta

Founders/Key People: Donald Jones

Website: https://www.kimaventures.com/

Kindred Capital

Kindred Capital is a London-based venture capital firm that focuses on early-stage investments, championing an innovative approach termed “equitable venture.” Founded in 2015 by Leila Zegna, Mark Evans, and Russell Buckley, the firm has made significant strides in the venture capital landscape by sharing profits from the fund with every founder it invests in, fostering a community of collaboration and mutual success among its portfolio companies.

Headquarters: United Kingdom

Investment Geography: United Kingdom, United States, Israel, Germany, Netherlands, Lithuania, Poland.

Operating since: 2015

Investment Focus: Enterprise Software, FinTech, MarTech, HealthTech, Food, EdTech, Legal, Robotics, Wellness, Beauty, Recruitment, Transportation.

Stages: Pre-Seed, Seed, Post-Seed, Series A, Series B+.

Number of investments: 83

Number of exits: 6

Check size: $100K – $2M

Notable investments: Paddle, Five AI

Founders/Key People: Leila Zegna, Lucy Galbraith

Website: https://kindredcapital.vc/

Kindred Ventures

Kindred Ventures, established in 2014, is a San Francisco-based seed-stage venture capital fund led by Steve Jang and Kanyi Maqubela. The fund focuses on supporting startups across various sectors, including AI/ML, climate tech, consumer, crypto/web3, fintech, health, mobility & logistics, and tools & infrastructure. They aim to back visionary founders tackling significant problems globally, investing in technology startups in their initial financing rounds and assembling founders to create impactful products.

Headquarters: United States

Investment Geography: United States, United Kingdom, South Africa, Brazil, Greece, Netherlands, China, India, Israel, Switzerland, Japan, Canada

Operating since: 2014

Investment Focus: Enterprise Software, FinTech, Crypto, Blockchain, Digital Health, HealthTech, Wearables, Hardware, Robotics, Cyber Security, MarTech, HRTech, RetailTech, Mobility, EdTech, Marketplaces, Consumer Internet, Consumer Services, Consumer Brands.

Stages: Pre-Seed, Seed, Post-Seed, Series A, Series B+.

Number of investments: 149

Number of exits: 18

Check size: $100K – $3M

Notable investments: OTIS, Coinbase

Founders/Key People: Kany Maqubela

Website: https://kindredventures.com/

Leawood Venture Capital

Leawood Venture Capital, founded in 2016 and based in Leawood, Kansas, is a venture capital firm specializing in early-stage investments. The firm targets companies operating in sectors such as technology, artificial intelligence, machine learning, data analytics, cybersecurity, edge computing, mobile and wireless, fintech, and automation & infrastructure. With a strong emphasis on areas where its team possesses extensive market and technology expertise, Leawood Venture Capital aims to contribute significantly to the success of its investment portfolio.

Headquarters: United States

Investment Geography: United States

Operating since: 2017

Investment Focus: Data Analytics​, AI & ML, Internet of Things (IoT), Mobile & Wireless, Software as a Service (SaaS), Cyber Security, Infrastructure & Transportation, Robotics & Automation, Advanced Materials, Digital Transformation

Stages: Pre-Seed, Seed, Post-Seed, Series A, Series B+.

Number of investments: 25

Number of exits: 2

Check size: $100K – $500K

Notable investments: Adlumin, Quadric

Founders/Key People: Brendan Fallis

Website: https://www.leawoodvc.com/

LETA Capital Ventures

LETA Capital, founded in 2012 by Alex Chachava, is a venture capital firm based in the Cayman Islands, targeting early to growth-stage tech companies. With a focus on entrepreneurs possessing strong anti-crises experience, LETA invests in B2B and B2C software startups, and innovations beyond the horizon. Their portfolio includes diverse companies from ride-hailing apps to educational technologies. LETA Capital emphasizes geographically agnostic investments, aiming for startups with substantial revenue growth and innovation in IT solutions​​.

Headquarters: United States

Investment Geography: United States, Russia, Israel, Lithuania, Switzerland, Luxembourg, Canada, Netherlands.

Operating since: 2012

Investment Focus: Internet, Cloud Infrastructure, Business Intelligence, Big Data, Data Analytics, ML, AI, Robotics, AR, VR, Enterprise Software, EdTech, FinTech, Digital Media, Mobility, Logistics, Production, Telcom, Retail, Marketplaces.

Stages: Pre-Seed, Seed, Post-Seed, Series A, Series B+.

Number of investments: 42

Number of exits: 7

Check size: $500K – $5M

Notable investments: My.Games, InDriver

Founders/Key People: Sergey Toporov

Website: https://www.leta.vc/

Liquid 2 Ventures

Liquid 2 Ventures, established in 2015 in San Francisco, California, is a venture capital firm co-founded by NFL legend Joe Montana alongside Michael Ma and Mike Miller. Specializing in seed-stage investments, the firm primarily targets early-stage technology startups. Liquid 2 Ventures has raised a total of $157.7 million across four funds, demonstrating a robust funding capacity. Liquid 2 Ventures stands out for its strategic approach to nurturing promising startups at their inception, guided by a team of experienced founders and investors.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: United States, Canada, Mexico, United Kingdom, Israel, India, Chile, Nigeria, Colombia, Norway, Indonesia, France.

Operating since: 2015

Investment Focus: Enterprise Software,HealthTech,FinTech,Real Estate,EdTech,FoodTech,HRTech,Cyber Security,Transportation,Digital Media,LegalTech,MarTech,Fashion,Travel,Semiconductors,Robotics,Marketplaces.

Stages: Seed,Series A.

Number of investments: 381

Number of exits: 41

Check size: $100k – $1m

Notable investments: Ripplin, Whatnot.

Founders/Key People: Joe Montana, Mike Miller

Website: https://liquid2.vc

LocalGlobe Ventures

LocalGlobe is a venture capital firm established in 1999 and headquartered in London, United Kingdom. It specializes in investments across various stages, including seed, early stage, and later stage ventures. The firm focuses on industries such as software and artificial intelligence. Typically, the firm invests in startups that are 2-3 years old and have proven customer base in their respective market.

Headquarters: UK

Investment Geography: United Kingdom, United States, France, Germany, Israel, Ireland, Belgium, Spain, Sweden, Netherlands, Nigeria, Kenya

Operating since: 1999

Investment Focus: Enterprise Software, Cloud Infrastructure, FinTech, InsurTech, Fitness, EdTech, Mobility,Logistics,HealthTech,  Retail, E-commerce, Connected Car, PropTech, AI, ML, Data Analytics, AR &VR, Robotics, Blockchain,SpaceTech, Digital Media, Energy, LegalTech, HRTech, JobTech, TravelTech, MarTech, AdTech, IIoT, Fashion, Gaming, FoodTech, Transportation, Marketplaces.

Stages: Seed, Series A, Series B+.

Number of investments: 375

Number of exits: 61

Check size: $200k – $2m

Notable investments: Figma, Robinhood, Algolia.

Founders/Key People: Robin Klein

Website: https://localglobe.vc

Lool Ventures

Lool Ventures, founded in 2012, is a prominent venture capital firm based in Tel Aviv, Israel. The firm is dedicated to supporting Israel’s best founders from the seed to scale stages, providing guidance, support, and capital to help transform their innovative ideas into successful companies. Lool Ventures is known for its significant involvement in the Information Technology and Artificial Intelligence sectors. The firm’s peak activity was in 2015, with significant exits recorded in 2018.

Headquarters: Israel

Investment Geography: United States, Israel, Canada, Switzerland, United Kingdom.

Operating since: 2011

Investment Focus: Digital Space, AI, Deep Learning, IoT,Digital Health, Robotics, Internet, E-commerce,Mobile,Food,Fashion,IT,Enterprise Software,MarTech,AR/VR,Digital Media, FinTech, Mobility,Cyber Security,Real Estate,LegalTech,EdTech,HRTech,Marketplaces.

Stages: Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A.

Number of investments: 78

Number of exits: 9

Check size: $500K – $2.5M

Notable investments: Beewise, Flip.

Founders/Key People: Avichay Nissenbaum, Yaniv Golan

Website: https://www.lool.vc

Manta Ray Ventures

Manta Ray Ventures is a venture capital firm based in London, United Kingdom, specializing in early-stage investments. They focus on backing mission-driven founders who address significant global challenges using cutting-edge technologies. The firm offers flexible and patient capital, emphasizing the leveraging of time, resources, and networks to support their portfolio companies as effectively as possible​​​​.

Headquarters: UK

Investment Geography: United States, United Kingdom, Poland, Kenya, Germany, Israel, Lithuania, India, Sweden, France, Austria.

Operating since: 2017.

Investment Focus: Enterprise Software,EdTech,FinTech,InsurTech,Consumer Electronics, AR,VR,IoT,Wireless,Construction Tech,Supply Chain,Space,Quantum Computing,Cyber Security,FoodTech,Robotics,BioTech,TravelTech,HealthTech,Data Analytics,Gaming,Mobility,Transportation,Aerospace.

Stages: Pre-seed, Seed, Post-Seed, Series A, Series B+.

Number of investments: 64

Number of exits: 2

Check size: $500K – $12M

Notable investments: Epic Games, Brainly.

Founders/Key People: Lawrence Barclay, Leah Siemens

Website: https://mantaray.vc

Millennium Technology Value Partners

Millennium Technology Value Partners, founded in 2002 and based in New York, is a venture capital firm specializing in investments in artificial intelligence, machine learning, robotics, and sensors sectors. The firm is recognized for its focus on technology, media, and telecommunications & software sectors. As a growth equity firm, Millennium Technology Value Partners concentrates on investing in the world’s leading technology companies.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: United States, Mexico, United Kingdom, Canada, Taiwan, Switzerland, Sweden, China, Spain, South Africa, Germany, India.

Operating since: 2000.

Investment Focus: Communications & Networks,Consumer Internet & Digital Media,Payments & FinTech,Software & Services,Advanced Tech (AI, Autonomous Driving, Drones, Robotics, Sensors, Big Data), Future of Work, B2B & Enterprise.

Stage: Pre-Seed, Seed, Post-Seed, Series A, Series B+.

Number of investments: 111

Number of exits: 25

Check size: $1M – $50M

Notable investments: Spotify, Alibaba, Pinterest.

Founders/Key People: Sam Schwerin, Jack Overton

Website: https://www.mtvlp.com/

Morado Venture Partners

Morado Venture Partners is a venture capital firm that specializes in seed-stage investments, particularly in companies where data is a core aspect of their business. Founded in 2010 and based in Palo Alto, California, Morado Ventures focuses on investing in areas such as artificial intelligence, data infrastructure, robotics, computer vision, and health sectors. Their investment strategy revolves around supporting passionate entrepreneurs who are solving complex technological problems using both software and hardware solutions.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia.

Operating since: 2010.

Investment Focus: AI,Data Infrastructure,Industrial Internet,Robotics & Autonomy,Computer Vision,Health,Enterprise Software,Logistics,Data Analytics,Dev Tools.

Stage: Seed, Post-Seed, Series A, Series B+.

Number of investments: 225

Number of exits: 49

Check size: $200K – $2M

Notable investments: ZipLine, Epic!

Founders/Key People: Ash Patel

Website: https://www.moradoventures.com

MoreTech VC

MoreTech Ventures is a venture capital firm founded in 2020, based in Tel Aviv, Israel. It focuses on Israeli and Israeli-related growth-stage investment opportunities across various market segments. The firm’s primary objective is to fund exceptional management teams with innovative technology aimed at solving significant problems.

Headquarters: Israel

Investment Geography: Israel, USA

Operating since: 2020.

Investment Focus: Israeli Tech (Cloud,AI/ML,Computer Vision,FinTech,Gaming & Sports,Cyber Security,MarTech,MedTech,Robotics,SaaS,B2B).

Stage: Seed, Post-Seed, Series A, Series B+.

Number of investments: 11

Number of exits: 2

Check size: $100K – $2M

Notable investments: Weka, Tomorrow.io

Founders/Key People: Zack Keinan, Sam Bernstein

Website: https://www.moretech.vc

Morpheus Ventures

Morpheus Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm founded in 2016, headquartered in Los Angeles, California. Morpheus Ventures is noted for its role in guiding early-stage companies to overcome traditional roadblocks and achieve hyper-growth.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: United States, Australia, United Kingdom, Germany, Mexico, Ireland

Operating since: 2016.

Investment Focus: AI & Data Analytics,Robotics & Hardware,Industrial Automation & Industry 4.0,Quantum Computing,B2B/Enterprise,SaaS/Software, FinTech/InsurTech, HealthTech,Real Estate/PropTech,Consumer Tech/Consumer Internet

Stage: Seed, Post-Seed, Series A, Series B+.

Number of investments: 42

Number of exits: 5

Check size: $500K – $5M

Notable investments: Bridg, Bestow

Founders/Key People: Joseph Miller, Howard Ko

Website: https://morpheus.com

Nama Ventures

Nama Ventures is a pre-seed venture capital fund that primarily targets technology startups in the MENA region, with a particular focus on Saudi Arabia. Established in 2019, the firm is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and is dedicated to nurturing innovative ideas and guiding founders to create exceptional companies.

Headquarters: Saudi Arabia

Investment Geography: Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Egypt, Nigeria, United States, Pakistan, Bahrain, Jordan, United Kingdom, Canada, India.

Operating since: 2018.

Investment Focus: Consumer Internet,Marketplace,E-commerce,FinTech,EdTech,Digital Health,Digital Media,TravelTech,Enterprise/B2B,Software/SaaS,MarTech/AdTech,Cyber Security, DevTools, HRTech, RetailTech, Hardware/Robotics, Construction, Transportation, Energy

Stage: Seed, Post-Seed, Series A.

Number of investments: 41

Number of exits: 0

Check size: $100K – $1M

Notable investments: Tajir, Tamara

Founders/Key People: Mohammed Alzubi

Website: https://www.namaventures.com

Naples Technology Ventures

Naples Technology Ventures (NTV), established in 2018 and based in Naples, Florida, is a venture capital firm that focuses on investing in early-stage technology and services companies. The firm primarily invests in sectors such as financial services, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, aerospace, defense, and media. NTV seeks out companies that offer strong value-adds and demonstrate potential in emergent and/or expanding markets, typically with SaaS and/or a Services-based model.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA

Operating since: 2018

Investment Focus: FinTech/InsurTech,Digital Health/HealthTech,B2B,SaaS/Software, MarTech, AI/Machine Learning,Blockchain,IoT,Robotics.

Stage: Seed, Post-Seed, Series A.

Number of investments: 24

Number of exits: 2

Check size: $500K – $5M

Notable investments: Tomahawk Robotics, Kasisto

Founders/Key People: Brij Sharma, Bob Diromualdo

Website: https://www.naplestechnologyventures.com/

New Ground Ventures

New Ground Ventures is a venture capital firm known for its active role in early-stage investments. Founded in 2013 and based in Palo Alto, California, the firm has a significant footprint in the venture capital space. It operates as an investment platform, offering both funding and support to its portfolio companies.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: United States, Australia, Canada, Germany

Operating since: 2013

Investment Focus: EdTech, FinTech, FoodTech,Consumer Brands, E-commerce,Digital Health/BioTech/Medical Devices, Enterprise/B2B,Software/SaaS, Future of Work, DeepTech/Robotics/Hardware.

Stage: Seed, Post-Seed, Series A, Series B.

Number of investments: 63

Number of exits: 17

Check size: $1M – $5M

Notable investments: Petal, YFood Labs

Founders/Key People: Suzy Wolfson

Website: https://www.newground.vc

New York Venture Partners

New York Venture Partners, founded in 2014, is an angel group based in New York City. It focuses on early-stage companies, particularly in seed rounds, and has a portfolio of 65 companies. New York Venture Partners provides an ecosystem of financing, mentorship, and strategic marketing consulting, targeting pre/seed startups. The group is known for its commitment to creating deep relationships with founders and has a particular interest in diverse teams using technology to address significant challenges in various strategic areas.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: United States, UK, Denmark

Operating since: 2014

Investment Focus: Consumer Internet,E-commerce,Digital Media/Social Networks,Hardware/Robotics,Enterprise/B2B,SaaS/Software,Developer Tools.

Stage: Seed, Post-Seed, Series A.

Number of investments: 65

Number of exits: 15

Check size: $25K – $1M

Notable investments: Pinterest, Apple

Founders/Key People: Anne Rotondi

Website: http://www.nyvp.com

Next47

Next47 is a global venture firm primarily built for enterprise founders. It was founded in 2016 and operates as the corporate venture arm of Siemens. Headquartered in Palo Alto, California, Next47 has additional offices in the US, Europe, and Israel. The firm is active in leading investments in early and expansion stage companies focusing on various industries.

Next47 specializes in seed and startup investments, particularly in sectors like AI, AR/VR, Cybersecurity and Robotics applications, etc. It plays a vital role in accelerating the revenue growth of its portfolio companies by opening doors to global customers​​​​​​​​​​.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: United States, Germany, Canada, Israel, United Kingdom, China, Australia, France, Austria, Switzerland, Spain, Norway.

Operating since: 2016.

Investment Focus: Enterprise DeepTech (Artificial Intelligence,Augmented Reality/AR, Virtual Reality/VR,Cyber Security,Autonomous Transportation, IoT, Robotics,Advanced Manufacturing,AI Software/SaaS,Automation Technologies).

Stage: Seed, Post-Seed, Series A, Series B+.

Number of investments: 334

Number of exits: 90

Check size: $1M – $50M

Notable investments: Verkada, Skydio

Founders/Key People: Lak Ananth

Website: https://next47.com

NextGen Venture Partners

NextGen Venture Partners, founded in 2012, is a venture capital investment firm based in Baltimore, Maryland. The firm specializes in early-stage investments and primarily invests in technology startups. It supports venture investments and co-leads financings in firms that demonstrate potential for growth.

With a network of over 1700 venture partners who are top entrepreneurs and executives, NextGen Venture Partners provides entrepreneurs with valuable connectivity for sales, hiring, and financing introductions, as well as on-demand advice. This extensive network plays a crucial role in the firm’s strategy, enhancing the growth and development of the companies it backs​​​​​​​​.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, Mexico.

Operating since: 2012.

Investment Focus: Enterprise Software,Automation Software,Digital Health, EdTech, FinTech, Logistics, Cyber Security,HRTech,PropTech,Consumer Internet, E-commerce, Marketplaces, Mobility, Robotics

Stage: Seed, Post-Seed, Series A, Series B+.

Number of investments: 101

Number of exits: 16

Check size: $500K – $2M

Notable investments: Convey, Clear Street

Founders/Key People: Jon Bassett, Chris Keller

Website: https://nextgenvp.com

NordicNinja VC

NordicNinja VC, founded in 2019, is a venture capital investment firm based in Helsinki, Finland. The firm primarily invests in early-stage companies operating in sectors like robotics, automation, health tech, artificial intelligence, and mobility, with a geographical focus on the Nordic and Baltic regions. With a mission to support scale-up goals in the Nordic and Baltic region, NordicNinja VC stands as Finland and Europe’s largest Japanese venture capital firm.

Headquarters: Finland

Investment Geography: Finland, Sweden, Estonia, United States, Lithuania, United Kingdom.

Operating since: 2019.

Investment Focus: DeepTech (Robotics,Automation,HealthTech,AI/Artificial Intelligence, Mobility, B2B Software).

Stage: Seed, Post-Seed, Series A, Series B+.

Number of investments: 28

Number of exits: 0

Check size: €2-8M

Notable investments: Bolt, Veriff

Founders/Key People: Marek Kiisa, Rainer Sternfeld

Website: https://nordicninja.vc

Octopus Ventures

Octopus Ventures, established in 2007, is one of Europe’s largest and most active venture capital investors. They are focused on investing in people, ideas, and industries with the potential to change the world. Their mission centers on creating a better future by supporting sectors like sustainable planet development, empowering people, and revitalizing healthcare. They invest in areas like B2B Software, Bio, Climate, Consumer, Deep Tech, Fintech, Health, and People + Talent. They are also a certified B Corporation, emphasizing both social and environmental performance alongside business success.

Headquarters: UK (London)

Investment Geography

Operating since: 2007

Investment Focus: Future of Health (Digital Health, Tackling Taboo Issues, Healthcare Software), Future of Money (Exchange,Allocation), Deep Tech (Human-Computer Interface, Quantum Computing, Robotics, Synthetic Biology)

Stages: Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B

Number of investments: 427

Number of exits: 54

Check size: $100k – $5m

Notable investments: Elvie, Olio, TympaHealth

Founders/Key People: Robert Lucca, Edward Keelan

Website: https://octopusventures.com/ 

OneWay Ventures

OneWay Ventures, established in 2017 and headquartered in Boston, MA, is a seed-stage venture capital firm known for its unique focus on investing in immigrant founders. The firm predominantly invests in technology sector companies. OneWay Ventures is distinctive for its commitment to bringing together immigrant founders and fostering a community that shares the common experience of adapting to new countries, cultures, and environments.  This expansion enables them to lead institutional seed rounds more effectively. The firm’s portfolio includes various companies, notably in sectors like machine learning, fintech, and edtech.

Headquarters: USA (Boston, Massachusetts)

Investment Geography: USA, Canada + notable investment in African fintech sector (with Chipper Cash)

Operating since: 2017

Investment Focus: Therapeutics, Medical Devices, MedTech, Diagnostics, Digital Health, HealthTech, SaaS, FinTech, EdTech, Marketplaces, E-commerce, Digital Media, Enterprise Software, Business Intelligence, HRTech, EnergyTech, Mobility, Telecom

Stages: Series A, Series B, Series C

Number of investments: 91

Number of exits: 3

Check size: $500k – $3m

Notable investments: Instock, Chipper Cash, Corvus Robotics, Billdr

Founders/Key People: Semyon Dukach

Website: https://www.onewayvc.com/ 

Openspace Ventures

Openspace Ventures, established in 2014, is a Singapore-based venture capital firm specializing in the Southeast Asian market. The firm focuses on various sectors like logistics, fintech, agtech, edtech, healthtech, cleantech, and B2B SaaS. The firm’s team comprises 25 members of 12 nationalities, with offices in Bangkok, Jakarta, Manila, and an upcoming office in Ho Chi Minh City.

Headquarters: Singapore 

Investment Geography: Southeastern Asian markets from Indonesia, the Philippines, Thailand, and Singapore, among others

Operating since: 2014

Investment Focus: Consumer Brands, E-commerce, HealthTech, FinTech, EdTech, AgTech, Enterprise Software, Hardware, Robotics, Fashion, FoodTech, Digital Media, Marketplaces, TravelTech, Transportation, Logistics

Stages: Seed, Series A, Series B

Number of investments: 105

Number of exits: 7

Check size: $3m – $5m

Notable investments: Biofourmis, Kredivo Holdings (formerly FinAccel), Grojek

Founders/Key People: Shane Chesson, Hian Goh

Website: https://www.openspace.vc/

OTB Ventures 

OTB Ventures is a leading European venture capital firm with a focus on DeepTech. Established in 2017 and based in Netherlands and Poland, OTB Ventures invests in early growth, real tech startups in the Central and Eastern European region. The firm specializes in late Seed, Series A, and Series B funding stages. It targets startups that develop unique technologies in four primary verticals: SpaceTech, AI & Automation, FinTech, and Cybersecurity. OTB Ventures aims to support tech entrepreneurs with global ambitions, particularly those creating solutions with unique intellectual property and value propositions.

Headquarters: Netherlands and Poland (Amsterdam and Warsaw Masovian Voivodeship respectively)

Investment Geography: Central Eastern European (CEE) Regions, including Poland, Romania, Hungary, and Baltic states 

Operating since: 2017

Investment Focus: Cyber Security, Big Data, AI, Data Analytics, FinTech, IoT, Robotics, Cloud, Enterprise Software, SpaceTech, MarTech, Telcom

Stages: Late Seed, Series A, Series B

Number of investments: 34

Number of exits: 2

Check size: $100k – $10m

Notable investments: ICEYE, Kelvin., Cosmose

Founders/Key People: Adam Niewinski, Marcin Hejka

Website: https://otb.vc/ 

Passion Capital

Passion Capital, founded in 2011, is a venture capital firm based in London, United Kingdom. It has earned recognition for its focus on early-stage investments, particularly in the tech sector. The firm is known for backing a substantial number of early-stage tech startups since its inception, supporting over 100 founders. The firm’s investment strategy extends to sectors like information technology, TMT, the Internet of Things, mobile, infrastructure, and SaaS, primarily in Europe. Passion Capital distinguishes itself by not just providing funding to startups but also offering mentorship and guidance, emphasizing building relationships with the startups it invests in.

Headquarters: UK (London)

Investment Geography: UK

Operating since: 2011

Investment Focus: FinTech, Marketplaces, Enterprise Software, Media, MarTech, AdTech, Food Delivery, Social, HealthTech, IoT, PropTech, Robotics, Gaming, Telecommunication, Music, Cyber Security, Travel, E-commerce Chain, Energy

Stages: Seed, Series A, Series B

Number of investments: 200

Number of exits: 45

Check size: $100k – $5m

Notable investments: Adzuna, Monzo Bank, Butternut Box

Founders/Key People: Robert Dighero, Andrew Jenkins 

Website: https://www.passioncapital.com/ 

Pathbreaker Ventures

Pathbreaker Ventures is a venture capital firm based in San Francisco, California, primarily investing in early-stage startups within the technology sector. The firm, founded in 2015, focuses on companies leveraging artificial intelligence, robotics, and machine learning to innovate products and services. Their investment strategy is centered around supporting specialized teams solving complex engineering challenges, with a particular interest in hardware and enterprise sectors, operating mainly within the United States.

Headquarters: USA (San Francisco)

Investment Geography: USA

Operating since: 2015

Investment Focus: DeepTech (Hardware/Robotics, Software/SaaS, AI/ML, Deep Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Computer Vision, Natural Language Processing, Natural Language Understanding, Computational Biology, VR/AR)

Stages: Pre-Seed, Seed

Number of investments: 78

Number of exits: 9

Check size: $100k – $500k, $500k – $1m

Notable investments: Mux, AptEdge, GrayMatter Robotics

Founders/Key People: Ryan Gembala, Nick Hernandez

Website: https://www.pathbreakervc.com/

Pitango Venture Capital

Pitango Venture Capital, founded in 1993 and based in Herzliya, Israel, is a prominent venture capital firm. With over $1.8 billion under management and a diverse portfolio of over 400 companies, Pitango is recognized as Israel’s leading Venture Capital Fund. The firm operates globally with additional offices in New York and Palo Alto. Pitango invests in startups across various stages and sectors, including vertical SaaS, digital health, deep tech, fintech, insurance technology, devops, generative AI, Web3, and food tech.

Headquarters: Israel (Herzliya)

Investment Geography: Israel, USA

Operating since: 1993

Investment Focus: Health Care (BioTech, MedTech, Medical Devices, Therapeutics, Drug Discovery, Drug Development, HealthTech, Analytics), IT (Enterprise Software, AdTech, MarTech, Cyber Security, Consumer Tech, Semiconductors, FinTech, Hardware, Robotics, RetailTech, Digital Media, Data Analytics, AI, AR, VR, Big Data, Infrastructure)

Stages: Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C

Number of investments: 456

Number of exits: 165

Check size: $1m – $10m

Notable investments: Taboola, Lumen, Duda

Founders/Key People: Rami Kalish, Nechemia J. Peres

Website: https://www.pitango.com/ 

Promus Ventures 

Promus Ventures, founded in 2012 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, is a venture capital firm specializing in early-stage investments. They primarily focus on deep technology companies. The firm’s key people include Mike Collett, the Founder and Managing Partner, along with partners Gareth Keane and Pierre Festal. As of March 2020, Promus Ventures managed assets worth approximately $983.1 million and had around 30 clients. Their significant investment portfolio consisted of about 40 units as of September 2020. The firm has additional offices in San Francisco, CA, and Luxembourg.

Headquarters: USA (Chicago, Illinois)

Investment Geography: USA

Operating since: 2012

Investment Focus: DeepTech Software/Hardware, Robotics, HealthTech, MedTech, FinTech, Digital Media, Tools & Analytics, Connected Web

Stages: Seed, Series A

Number of investments: 147

Number of exits: 46

Check size: $500k – $5m

Notable investments: Rocket Lab, Whoop, MapBox, Cape Analytics, Angel List (now Wellfound)

Founders/Key People: Mike Collett, Gareth Keane

Website: http://www.promusventures.com/ 

Qiming Venture Partners

Qiming Venture Partners is a well-established venture capital firm based in China, with a significant focus on technology, internet, and healthcare sectors. Since its inception in 2006, the firm has expanded its presence with offices in major cities like Shanghai, Beijing, Suzhou, and Hong Kong, and has also established branches in the United States with offices in Seattle, Cambridge, and San Francisco. The firm manages a substantial portfolio with eleven US Dollar funds and seven RMB funds, demonstrating a robust financial foundation. Their investment strategy has been marked by early investments in several high-profile companies such as ByteDance, Xiaomi, Meituan, and Bilibili. The total capital raised by Qiming Venture Partners amounts to $9.5 billion, indicating their significant impact in the venture capital landscape.

Headquarters: China (Shanghai)

Investment Geography: China, USA

Operating since: 2006

Investment Focus: TMT (Mobile Internet, Social Networking, Entertainment, Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Semiconductors, Enterprise Software, Blockchain), Health Care (Digital Health, Diagnostics, R&D, Equipments, Services)

Stages: Series A, Series B

Number of investments: 1,024

Number of exits: 202

Check size: $100k – $5m

Notable investments: Kira Pharmaceuticals, Element Science, OKKI (acquired by Alibaba)

Founders/Key People: Gary Rieschel, Nisa Leung, William Hu

Website: https://www.qimingvc.com/en 

Root Ventures

Root Ventures is a venture capital firm based in San Francisco, California, known for its focus on seed and pre-seed investments in technical founders. The firm has a strong emphasis on investing in teams that are building products at the forefront of technology, including hardware, robotics, software, manufacturing, and technology, media, and telecom sectors. Their latest fund, Root Ventures III, was announced in 2022 with a total of $150 million, demonstrating their dedication to supporting technical innovations from the earliest stages. The firm’s investments are not limited to the Bay Area, as their portfolio includes companies spread across locations including Boston and South Africa, indicating a broad interest in technical innovations regardless of geography.

Headquarters: USA 

Investment Geography: USA, Africa

Operating since: 2013

Investment Focus: DeepTech (Tools & Infrastructure, Robotics & Hardware, Data Science, Machine Learning, Software)

Stages: Seed, Series A

Number of investments: 100

Number of exits: 15

Check size: $500k – $2m

Notable investments: ChangeJar Technologies, StockGro, Zorro

Founders/Key People: Avidan Ross, Chrissy Meyer

Website: https://root.vc/welcome.htm

RRE Ventures

RRE Ventures is a venture capital firm based in New York City, founded in 1994 by James D. Robinson III, James D. Robinson IV, and Stuart Ellman, all of whom were inspired during their time at Harvard Business School. It primarily invests in early-stage companies across sectors like software, internet, communications, aerospace, robotics, 3D printing, and financial services. As of 2020, RRE Ventures has raised $2 billion in capital, made over 400 investments, and achieved over 60 exits, with notable investments in companies like Moov and Venmo. They have $2.5B AUM across 10 funds and 400+ portfolio companies. The firm recently raised their $250M Fund VIII.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, Canada

Operating since: 1994

Investment Focus: Enterprise Software, Consumer, FinTech, Media, Real Estate Tech, Robotics, Health Care, Space

Stages: Seed, Series A, Series B

Number of investments: 651

Number of exits: 246

Check size: $1m – $3m, $3m – $10m, $10m – $50m

Notable investments: Venmo, Moov, Boom Supersonic, Ripple, Lightning Labs

Founders/Key People: James Robinson, Stuart Ellman

Website: http://www.rre.com/

S28 Capital

S28 Capital, founded in 2015, is a venture capital firm based in San Francisco with $170M under management, focusing on early-stage investments. The firm has made 72 investments and achieved 14 exits. They specialize in a range of sectors including CloudTech, Productivity Tools, Big Data & Analytics, Software, SaaS, Marketing (MarTech), Advertising (AdTech), Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning (AI/ML), and E-Commerce. Their investment stages range from Pre-Seed, Seed, to Series A.

Headquarters: USA (San Francisco, California)

Investment Geography: USA

Operating since: 2018

Investment Focus: Enterprise Software, Cloud, FinTech, Digital Health, Genomics, Cyber Security, Dev Tools, Robotics, Drones, VR, Mobility, FoodTech, Consumer Internet

Stages: Seed, Series A

Number of investments: 96

Number of exits: 24

Check size: $100k – $5m

Notable investments: Panther Labs, Collective Health, CaptivateIQ

Founders/Key People: Kent Ho, Victor Pang, Justin Wong

Website: http://www.s28capital.com/

Scout Ventures

Scout Ventures is a venture capital firm founded in 2009, headquartered in New York, NY, with a primary focus on seed-stage investments. The firm is dedicated to backing founders with the vision and grit necessary to build strong, successful companies, especially in the early stages of development. Scout Ventures specializes in investing in cutting-edge technology that has both private sector commercial and public sector defense applications, emphasizing dual-use technologies. Their investments span across various sectors including technologies, artificial intelligence, machine learning, quantum computing, robotics, advanced materials science, security, space & aerospace, hardware, software, data, and advanced energy sectors.

Headquarters: USA (New York; formerly in Texas)

Investment Geography: USA, with a strong focus on supporting founders from the military, its intelligence community, and national research labs

Operating since: 2009

Investment Focus: Frontier Technologies (AI & Data Science, Robotics, Drones, Autonomous Mobility, AR/VR, Advanced Materials, Physical and Cyber Security, Quantum Computing, Space), Enterprise SaaS/B2B Software

Stages: Seed, Series A

Number of investments: 133

Number of exits: 60

Check size: $500k – $1m, $300k – $2m

Notable investments: ID.me, Unite Us, Voyager Space Holdings

Founders/Key People: Bradley Harrison, Jay Wisham, Ian Folau

Website: http://www.scout.vc/

Seedcamp

Seedcamp, established in 2007, is a prominent London-based venture capital firm specializing in early-stage investments. It has a strong track record of supporting startups from their nascent stages to significant growth, evident in its association with over 400 startups, including 9 unicorns. Seedcamp positions itself as a critical partner for startups, offering not just capital but also extensive networking, mentoring, and support services. Founders of notable companies like Wise, UiPath, Revolut, and wefox credit Seedcamp with playing a pivotal role in their early development and success. Seedcamp’s belief that exceptional talent can emerge from anywhere underpins its commitment to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship across Europe.

Headquarters: United Kingdom (London, England)

Investment Geography: Europe and Israel. They are particularly interested in startups that either originate from these regions or have a distinctively European angle to their business. 

Operating since: 2007

Investment Focus: 3D Printing/Robotics, AI/Machine Learning, Blockchain, Bots/Messaging, Cloud/Infrastructure, Communications, Data/Analytics, Dev Tools, E-commerce, EdTech, FinTech, Future of Work & Productivity, Gaming, Health, Human Resources, IoT/Hardware, LegalTech, MarTech/AdTech, Marketplaces, Media/ Content, PropTech, Cyber Security, Social, Travel, Vertical SaaS, VR/AR

Stages: Pre-Seed, Seed

Number of investments: 684

Number of exits: 190

Check size: $100k – $5m

Notable investments: Grover, UiPath, Revolut, Wise (fka TransferWise), wefox

Founders/Key People: Carlos Espinal, Reshma Sohoni

Website: http://www.seedcamp.com/ 

Service Provider Capital

Service Provider Capital, founded in 2014 and based in Golden, Colorado, is a venture capital firm specializing in co-investing in Seed and Series A rounds alongside institutional venture funds. The firm emphasizes a non-intrusive investment approach, avoiding negotiation on terms, board seats, or special rights, and covers its own legal expenses. It has a geographical focus across five regions: the Southeast, New England, Midwest, Texas, and the Rockies, with over 400 companies in its portfolio. The firm boasts more than 300 strategic investors, making it a significant player in the venture capital landscape with a network of knowledgeable and well-connected service providers across various industries.

Headquarters: USA (Golden, Colorado)

Investment Geography: Southeast, New England, Midwest, Texas, and the Rockies.

Operating since: 2014

Investment Focus: AI/ML, Blockchain, Cannabis, Consumer, Cyber Security, E-Commerce, EdTech, FinTech, Hardware/Robotics, Health Care IT, Software

Stages: Seed, Series A

Number of investments: 455

Number of exits: 104

Check size: $100k – $2m

Notable investments: MentorcliQ, Shipbob, eVisit, Entre, Entree, Kin Insurance 

Founders/Key People: Jody Shepherd, Stefan Spazek

Website: https://www.serviceprovidercapital.com/

SGH Capital

SGH Capital is a venture capital firm that deploys capital in early and mid-stage disruptive companies across the US and Western Europe. Since its establishment in 2014, SGH Capital has made over 130 investments, contributing to developing more than 10 unicorns and facilitating over 5 IPOs. Capital has a significant presence in the venture capital landscape, marked by its participation in numerous funding rounds alongside other notable funds and its achievement of many exits. The firm’s approach emphasizes supporting disruptive business models and creative entrepreneurs, indicating a broad investment focus that spans across different regions and industries.

Headquarters: Luxembourg (Luxembourg City, Luxembourg)

Investment Geography: USA, Western Europe

Operating since: 2014

Investment Focus: Civic / Media, Enterprise / SaaS, Fintech / Blockchain, Food, Health / Beauty, Logistics, Marketplaces / B2C, X-Tech / Robotics

Stages: Seed, Series A, Series B

Number of investments: 142

Number of exits: 56

Check size: $500k – $1m, $1m – $14m

Notable investments: HelixNano, Finesse, Coinhouse

Founders/Key People: Karine Arama, Alexandre Azoulay, Guillaume Deback

Website: http://www.sghcapital.com/ 

Shasta Ventures

Shasta Ventures is a venture capital firm that concentrates on early-stage startups, with a particular focus on SaaS, cybersecurity, infrastructure, data intelligence, and consumer subscription sectors. They have been active for over 15 years and manage over a billion dollars, dedicating themselves to supporting innovative entrepreneurs who aim to create impactful businesses. Shasta Ventures is known for its track record of investing in groundbreaking companies such as Anaplan, Canva, Zuora, Nest, and Nextdoor. They offer more than just financial investment, providing a unique program called Shasta Elevate. This program is designed by industry experts to accelerate portfolio companies towards their key milestones more efficiently. Shasta Ventures is known for its track record of investing in groundbreaking companies such as Anaplan, Canva, Zuora, Nest, and Nextdoor. 

Headquarters: USA (Portola Valley, California)

Investment Geography: USA

Operating since: 2004

Investment Focus: Smart Software (SaaS, Infrastructure, Data Intelligence, Security), Consumer (Finance, Subscription, Social, Goods), Emerging (AR, VR, Robotics, Connected Home, Space)

Stages: Seed, Series A, Series B

Number of investments: 472

Number of exits: 154

Check size: $0 – $100k, $100k – $500k, $500k – $1m, $1m – $3m, $3m – $10m

Notable investments: Canva, Athleas, Frame.io, Tally, Nest, Zuora, Anaplan, Starsky Robotics, Color

Founders/Key People: Tod Francis, Robert Coneybeer

Website: https://www.shasta.vc/

Sierra Ventures

Sierra Ventures is a prominent venture capital firm based in San Mateo, California, known for its focus on early-stage investments in emerging technology companies. Since its establishment in 1982 by Peter Wendell, the firm has made significant contributions to the tech industry by investing in a wide array of sectors, including enterprise, artificial intelligence, healthcare, commerce, and infrastructure. Some of its notable investments include companies that have gone public or have been acquired by industry giants, such as Intuit, Micromuse, and AuthenTec, showcasing its successful track record in identifying and nurturing high-potential startups.

Headquarters: United States

Investment Geography: United States, India, Canada, China, Israel, Mexico, Netherlands, Australia, Singapore.

Operating since: 1982

Investment Focus: Next Generation Enterprise (AI/ML, Big Data, Cloud, FinTech, HealthTech, IoT/Infrastructure, Marketplaces, SaaS & Enterprise Apps, Cyber Security), Emerging Tech (5G/Wireless, Devices, Blockchain, Robotics, VR/AR).

Stage: Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B.

Number of investments: 584

Number of exits: 125

Check size: $1M – $50M

Notable investments: Intuit, MakeMyTrip

Founders/Key People: Tim Guleri

Website: http://www.sierraventures.com/

SineWave Ventures

SineWave Ventures is a venture capital firm that focuses on early-stage technology investments across both commercial and public sectors. With headquarters in Silicon Valley and Washington D.C., the firm is known for its strategic investments aimed at delivering superior returns despite macro conditions or competitive landscapes. SineWave’s team comprises experienced professionals from diverse backgrounds, including venture capital, government, finance, and technology.

Headquarters: United States

Investment Geography: United States, Canada, Spain.

Operating since: 2014

Investment Focus: Enterprise Software, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Data Analytics, AI, PropTech, IoT, Robotics.

Stage: Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B.

Number of investments: 29

Number of exits: 6

Check size: $150K – $1.5M

Notable investments: Databricks, SentinelOne

Founders/Key People: Yanev Suissa

Website: https://sinewave.vc/

Skip Capital

Skip Capital is a private investment firm focusing on technology and infrastructure sectors. Founded by Kim Jackson, an experienced investor with a background in investment banking and technology, and Scott Farquhar, co-founder and co-CEO of Atlassian, the firm embodies a strong leadership team with diverse backgrounds, including venture capital, funds management, and listed equities. The team is passionate about innovation, with investments spanning various domains such as tech startups, infrastructure, and real assets.

Headquarters: Australia

Investment Geography: Australia, Canada, Hong Kong, United Kingdom, United States.

Operating since: 2018

Investment Focus: HealthTech, Enterprise Software, Robotics, IoT, Genetics, Energy, Data Analytics, AI, AgTech, FoodTech, EdTech, HRTech

Stage: Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B.

Number of investments: 45

Number of exits: 0

Check size: $100K – $3M

Notable investments: 1Password, Canva

Founders/Key People: Kim Jackson

Website: https://www.skipcapital.com/

Sony Innovation Fund

The Sony Innovation Fund (SIF), established by Sony Corporation in 2016, operates as its venture capital arm focusing on early-stage technology startups. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, SIF invests across various sectors, including entertainment, fintech, healthcare, the Internet of Things (IoT), mobility, deep tech, and sensor technologies. Beyond providing financial investment, SIF aims to foster collaboration between startups and Sony, offering access to Sony’s global network and resources to support business creation in related lines of business.

Headquarters: Japan

Investment Geography: Japan, United States, United Kingdom, India, Germany, Switzerland, Israel, Canada, Ireland, Taiwan, Singapore, Belgium.

Operating since: 2016

Investment Focus: Entertainment, FinTech/InsurTech, Health Care, Mobility, SportsTech, FoodTech, AgTech, EdTech, SaaS/Software, Deep Tech, Sensor Tech, IoT, Robotics, AI, Drone, Environment.

Stage: Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B.

Number of investments: 190

Number of exits: 11

Check size: $10M – $50M

Notable investments: Trax, Slice

Founders/Key People: Joseph Tou

Website: https://www.sonyinnovationfund.com/

Speciale Ventures

Speciale Invest is a venture capital firm based in India, focusing on seed-stage investments in deep tech and enterprise technologies. Founded in 2017 by Vishesh Rajaram and Arjun Rao, the firm leverages their combined experience in venture capital, technology, and startups to support entrepreneurs addressing complex engineering challenges.

Headquarters: India

Investment Geography: India, United States, United Kingdom.

Operating since: 2017

Investment Focus: DeepTech Enterprise Software & SaaS (AI/ML, No-Code Low Code, AR/VR, Cloud & Dev Infra, Future of Work), Frontier Tech (Climate Tech and Clean Energy, Electric & Autonomous Vehicles, Space Tech, Robotics, Quantum Computing, Synthetic Biology.

Stage: Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B.

Number of investments: 51

Number of exits: 6

Check size: $100K – $1M

Notable investments: Newtrace, CynLr

Founders/Key People: Vishesh Rajaram

Website: https://www.specialeinvest.com

Stoic Venture Capital

Stoic Venture Capital is a venture capital firm based in Sydney, Australia, founded in 2020. It primarily focuses on investing in the early stages of companies, including seed-stage, early-stage, and later-stage investments. The firm is particularly interested in a wide array of sectors such as business products and services, consumer products and services, energy, financial services, and materials. Stoic Venture Capital emphasizes its interest in life sciences but acknowledges that innovation can be found across all domains of research. 

Headquarters: Australia

Investment Geography: Australia, United States, United Kingdom.

Operating since: 2019

Investment Focus: University Research Commercialization (Drugs, Medical Devices/MedTech, Software, Robotics, Hardware, AgTech, EdTech, AgBio, Electronics).

Stage: Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B.

Number of investments: 19

Number of exits: 2

Check size: $100K – $1M

Notable investments: Certa, Morse Micro

Founders/Key People: Guy Hedley

Website: https://stoicvc.com.au/

Storm Ventures

Storm Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Palo Alto, California, focusing on early-stage investments in B2B enterprise companies. With over 23 years of experience and more than 200 investments, Storm Ventures specializes in building enterprise leaders by investing in disruptive B2B software startups across areas like SaaS, enterprise infrastructure, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence.

Headquarters: United States

Investment Geography: United States, Germany, South Korea, Israel, Argentina, Canada, Mexico, Lithuania, United Kingdom, India, Malaysia, Pakistan.

Operating since: 2000

Investment Focus: Enterprise/B2B (Vertical SaaS/Software, MarTech, Data Infrastructure, Digital Health, Engineering, GovTech/LegalTech, HRTech/Workforce, IT, Robotics As A Service, Sales, Cyber Security).

Stage: Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B.

Number of investments: 318

Number of exits: 64

Check size: $100K – $1M

Notable investments: Adobe Systems, Marketo.

Founders/Key People: Tae Nahm, Ryan Floyd

Website: https://www.stormventures.com/

Stout Street Capital

Stout Street Capital is a Denver-based venture capital firm founded in 2016 by Clay Gordon and John Francis. It specializes in early-stage investments, focusing on technology companies that enhance efficiency in core growth sectors such as software, robotics, artificial intelligence, data analytics, fintech, and medical technology. The firm primarily engages in convertible note, early-stage venture, and seed investments across the United States and Canada, excluding San Francisco, New York, and Boston.

Headquarters: United States

Investment Geography: United States, Canada, India.

Operating since: 2016

Investment Focus: Data Analytics, Software, FinTech, Advanced Materials, Robotics, AI/Artificial Intelligence.

Stage: Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B.

Number of investments: 78

Number of exits: 17

Check size: $100K – $1M

Notable investments: PharmaJet, ThreatX

Founders/Key People: Clay Gordon

Website: https://www.stoutstreetcapital.com/

TechU Ventures

TechU Ventures, also known as TechU Angels Management, is a venture capital firm established in 2013 with its headquarters in Great Neck, New York. The firm actively invests primarily in platform technologies that leverage complex science and engineering breakthroughs to achieve a lasting global impact. Through its investment strategy, TechU Ventures supports innovations that promise enduring benefits, targeting sectors that harness significant scientific and engineering advancements​​.

Headquarters: United States

Investment Geography: United States, Canada, Switzerland.

Operating since: 2011

Investment Focus: DeepTech (FinTech, Genomics, BioTech, Life Sciences Tech, AgTech/FoodTech, Software/SaaS, Cyber Security, Robotics, Advanced Manufacturing, SpaceTech) 

Stage: Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B.

Number of investments: 37

Number of exits: 2

Check size: $10K – $500K

Notable investments: Ayar Labs, Cyclops

Founders/Key People: Natanel Barookhian

Website: https://techuventures.com/

TenOneTen Ventures

TenOneTen Ventures, established in 2011 in Los Angeles, California, is a venture capital firm focusing on early-stage ventures, seed, series A, series B, and series C rounds in the software and information technology sectors. The firm has made significant investments in various companies, including Flock Freight, RentSpree, CREXi, Outlier.org, and BuildOps.

Headquarters: United States

Investment Geography: United States, Israel, Canada, United Kingdom.

Operating since: 2011

Investment Focus: Data & Technology (Software, E-commerce, Consumer, FinTech, Data Science, Transportation, Mobility, MarTech, Digital Media, HealthTech, Real Estate, HRTech, EdTech, Gaming, Robotics, TravelTech).

Stage: Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B.

Number of investments: 142

Number of exits: 24

Check size: $250K – $1.5M

Notable investments: Mashgin, Procore

Founders/Key People: Armando Pauker

Website: https://www.tenoneten.com/

Third Kind Venture Capital

Third Kind Venture Capital (3KVC) is a New York-based venture capital firm founded in 2010, focusing on early-stage investments, particularly in the finance and financial services sectors. The firm is led by Shana Fisher, who serves as the Managing Partner. Third Kind Venture Capital is active in the venture capital scene, with a portfolio that includes a diverse range of startups and a focus on innovative companies.

Headquarters: United States

Investment Geography: United States, France, United Kingdom, Canada, Sweden, India, Switzerland, Colombia.

Operating since: 2010

Investment Focus: Life Sciences, Health Care, BioTech, HealthTech, Digital Media, Gaming, FinTech, EdTech, Fashion, Enterprise Software, MarTech, Cyber Security, TravelTech, FoodTech, Robotics, Consumer Products, Consumer Services

Stage: Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B.

Number of investments: 138

Number of exits: 22

Check size: $1M – $20M

Notable investments: Notion, Misfits Market

Founders/Key People: Alex Binkley

Website: http://3kvc.com/

Tribeca Venture Partners

Tribeca Venture Partners is a venture capital firm founded in 2011 and based in New York City. The firm takes pride in its deep involvement and commitment to investment partners, focusing on entrepreneurs leveraging emerging technologies to create or disrupt large markets. With a team having over 50 years of collective operating and investing experience, Tribeca Venture Partners has a strong track record, with 90% of its Series A investments successfully raising a Series B round. The firm has made significant investments across various sectors including digital media, e-commerce, education, advertising technology, mobile applications, and software industries​​​​.

Headquarters: United States

Investment Geography: United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, Israel.

Operating since: 2011

Investment Focus: AI & Machine Learning, Digital Media, EdTech, FinTech, E-commerce, MarTech/AdTech, Robotics, SaaS/Software/Services, Cyber Security, Health Care IT, Marketplaces.

Stage: Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B.

Number of investments: 187

Number of exits: 41

Check size: $1M – $7M

Notable investments: Kraken, AppNexus

Founders/Key People: Chip Meakem

Website: https://tribecavp.com/

True Ventures

True Ventures is a venture capital firm based in San Francisco, California, with a focus on early-stage technology startups. Founded in 2005, the firm is known for its commitment to empowering extraordinary founders from diverse backgrounds and industries. True Ventures specializes in investments across a broad spectrum of technology sectors, including e-commerce, consumer electronics, infrastructure services, media, mobile technology, and software services. With a philosophy centered around building deep, supportive relationships with their portfolio companies, True Ventures aims to support founders throughout the entirety of their creative and entrepreneurial journeys.

Headquarters: United States

Investment Geography: United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Finland, Switzerland, Germany, Singapore, Sweden, Israel, France, Portugal, Poland.

Operating since: 2005

Investment Focus: E-commerce, Consumer, Personal Wellness, Hardware/Robotics, Health/Therapeutics, Enterprise Software & B2B Services, ClimateTech, Ocean Exploration.

Stage: Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B.

Number of investments: 720

Number of exits: 119

Check size: $1M – $10M

Notable investments: OpenDoor, Handshake

Founders/Key People: Christiaan Vorkink

Website: https://trueventures.com/

Tuesday Capital

Tuesday Capital, originally known as CrunchFund, is a venture capital firm that has carved a niche for itself in the early-stage and seed-stage investment landscape, with a particular focus on IT-enabled companies. Established in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Tuesday Capital has demonstrated a deep commitment to supporting founders tackling the world’s most significant challenges. Over the last decade, the firm has been instrumental in the growth of numerous companies, boasting an impressive track record of Unicorns, IPOs, and acquisitions.

Headquarters: United States

Investment Geography: United States, Mexico, United Kingdom, Israel, Canada, Uruguay, Netherlands, Argentina, Germany, Australia, Japan, Chile.

Operating since: 2018

Investment Focus: Information Technology, FinTech, Transportation, Digital Media, Enterprise Software, Health, Robotics, Fashion, Telcom, Martech, Foodtech, Energy, Traveltech, Cyber Security, Real Estate.

Stage: Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B.

Number of investments: 311

Number of exits: 99

Check size: $1M – $10M

Notable investments: AirBnb, Square

Founders/Key People: Patrick Gallagher

Website: https://www.tuesday.vc/

Udtara Ventures

Udtara Ventures is a venture capital firm based in New Delhi, India, established in 2019. The firm focuses on partnering with early-stage founders to build highly scalable businesses that leverage technology and innovation. Udtara Ventures supports a wide array of sectors, including online gaming, compliance tech, payment solutions, deep tech, healthcare, defence tech, fintech, and direct-to-consumer (D2C) ventures.

Headquarters: India

Investment Geography: India, Canada.

Operating since: 2019

Investment Focus: FinTech, EdTech, Data Analytics, E-commerce, SaaS/Software, IT, AgTech, Robotics, Gaming, Consumer Goods, Media & Entertainment, Transport & Logistics.

Stage: Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B.

Number of investments: 5

Check size: $50K – $1M

Notable investments: Glamyo, RummyBazi

Founders/Key People: Ankit Lakhotia

Website: https://www.udtaraventures.com/

Underscore VC

Underscore VC is a venture capital firm based in Boston, Massachusetts, established in 2015. The firm specializes in backing bold early-stage entrepreneurs and aligns a community designed to fit each startup’s unique needs. Underscore VC focuses on investments across various sectors including B2B, SaaS, fintech, technology, biotech, healthcare, e-commerce, cloud computing, logistics, finance, and life sciences. 

Headquarters: United States

Investment Geography: United States, France, Canada, Singapore.

Operating since: 2015

Investment Focus: SaaS, Cloud Infrastructure, Edge Computing, Enterprise Software, AI/ML, Data Analytics, Robotics, IoT, Blockchain, Computer Vision, AR/VR, FinTech, InsurTech, Crypto, HRTech, E-commerce, MarTech, Real Estate Tech, Construction Tech, Marketplaces

Stage: Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B.

Number of investments: 84

Number of exits: 10

Check size: $10K – $1M

Notable investments: H1, Coda

Founders/Key People: Lily Lyman

Website: https://underscore.vc/

Voima Ventures

Voima Ventures is a Helsinki-based venture capital firm specializing in deep technology investments. They focus on funding scientific deep tech ventures in the Nordics and Baltics. The firm’s mission involves solving major global problems by combining science-driven innovation with entrepreneurial experience and value-adding capital. Voima Ventures supports the scaling of global solutions for people, planet, and industry, with investments ranging from pre-seed stages and technology spin-offs to leading series A and B rounds. They invest in various sectors, such as advanced manufacturing, life sciences, new materials, quantum & AI, and imaging & optics.

Headquarters: Finland

Investment Geography: Finland, Sweden, United States, Germany, Estonia.

Operating since: 2019

Investment Focus: Deep Tech (BioTech, MedTech, Life Sciences, New Materials,  ICT, AI, Semiconductors, EnergyTech, Imaging & Optics, IoT, Electronics, Robotics, Software, AgTech, FoodTech, Sustainability).

Stage: Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B.

Number of investments: 34

Number of exits: 1

Check size: $300K – $1M

Notable investments: Paptic, Solar Foods

Founders/Key People: Inka Mero

Website: https://voimaventures.com/

VSquared Ventures

Vsquared Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Munich, Germany, focusing on early-stage deep-tech investments. The firm invests in various sectors including quantum and novel computing, green energy, robotics, artificial intelligence, machine learning, space technology, synthetic biology, and healthcare. Their investment approach emphasizes uncovering opportunities in areas typically associated with high technological risks, and they are committed to supporting the advancement of society through technology.

Headquarters: Germany

Investment Geography: Germany, United States, France, Lithuania, Finland, Spain, United Kingdom, Denmark, Norway.

Operating since: 2020

Investment Focus: DeepTech (New Space, Quantum Computing, New Materials, AI, Robotics, Enterprise SaaS/Software).

Stage: Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B.

Number of investments: 36

Check size: $200K – $5M

Notable investments: Group14, Isar Aerospace.

Founders/Key People: Michael Jobst

Website: https://vsquared.vc/

Wavemaker Partners

Wavemaker Partners is a venture capital firm established in 2003, known for its active role in early-stage investments. The firm operates with a co-investment strategy, primarily focusing on startups that are navigating the transitional phase between post-angel and pre-venture funding stages. These sidecar funds allow them to increase their stakes in rapidly growing portfolio companies and to invest in other unique early-stage opportunities.

Headquarters: United States

Investment Geography: Singapore, United States, Philippines, Indonesia, United Kingdom, Hong Kong, Thailand, India, Vietnam, Malaysia, Australia, Italy.

Operating since: 2003

Investment Focus: Enterprise/B2B Software/SaaS (Automation, Data Analytics, Business Intelligence), Digital Media, Consumer Internet, E-commerce.

Stage: Pre-Seed,Seed,Series A, Series B.

Number of investments: 538

Number of exits: 67

Check size: $100K – $750K

Notable investments: ICON, VideoAmp

Founders/Key People: Eric Manlunas

Website: https://wavemaker.vc/us/

Wildcat Venture Partners

Wildcat Venture Partners, established in 2015 and based in California, is a venture capital firm investing in next-generation technology entrepreneurs. They focus on B2B and B2B2C startups, particularly those leveraging Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to disrupt various industrial sectors. The firm emphasizes investments in sectors with significant inefficiencies, with a keen interest in human health and energy transition.

Headquarters: United States

Investment Geography: United States, United Kingdom, Canada.

Operating since: 2015

Investment Focus: Digital Health, EdTech, Enterprise SaaS, FinTech (Machine Learning/AI, Cloud & Mobility, Internet of Things, Augmented/Virtual Reality, Blockchain, Eldercare, Robotics).

Stage: Pre-Seed,Seed,Series A, Series B.

Number of investments: 46

Number of exits: 12

Check size: $50K – $5M

Notable investments: C3.ai, Coupa

Founders/Key People: Elisa Jagerson, Geoffery Moore

Website: https://wildcat.vc/

YourNest Venture Capital

YourNest Venture Capital is an early-stage venture capital firm, primarily focusing on nurturing startups in India. Since its inception, the firm has developed a unique approach called “Nurture Capital,” aimed at providing more than just financial support to young and bold founders. This approach includes an enabling ecosystem comprising General & Venture Partners, full-time employees, and a network of advisors and mentors.

The firm engages with startups that have progressed from an idea to a product or service with customer validation. It has been instrumental in the growth of over 150 entrepreneurs and professionals through its investment vehicles, namely YourNest Angel Fund and YourNest India VC Fund II. These investments span various industries including Telecom, IT, E-Commerce, Financial Services, FMCG, and more.

Headquarters: India

Investment Geography: India, United States, United Kingdom.

Operating since: 2011

Investment Focus: Enterprise SaaS/DeepTech (Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning, Distributed Ledger Technologies,Cloud, Developer Tools,Robotics,Hardware,Industrial IoT,Robotic Process Automation Software,Wearables,Augmented Reality/Virtual Reality/Mixed Reality).

Stage: Pre-Series A,Series A

Number of investments: 75

Number of exits: 5

Check size: $1M – $20M

Notable investments: Miko, Uniphore.

Founders/Key People: Vivek Mansingh

Website: https://yournest.in/

Conclusion

This extensive list unveils over 100 VC firms actively seeking to invest in the next generation of robotics startups. Finding the perfect VC partner is like building a high-performing robot – it requires precise matching. Target VCs with a proven track record in robotics that aligns with your specific area of innovation, whether it’s industrial automation, collaborative robots, or healthcare robotics. By securing funding from a VC that shares your vision for the future of robotics, you can fuel your growth, refine your product, and become a leader in the exciting world of robotic advancements.

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