25 VC Firms in the US for AI

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If you’re steering an AI startup and scouting for venture capital, this article is your treasure map. We’ve rounded up 25 top venture capital firms in the US, each with a keen eye for AI innovation. These are the firms that get AI, understand its potential, and are eager to back startups that are pushing boundaries in this field.

From early-stage prodigies to more mature AI ventures, these VCs are known for fueling growth with more than just funds – they bring expertise, networks, and a deep understanding of the tech landscape. 

Dive in to find out who these players are, what makes them tick, and how they could be the catalyst your AI startup needs to make a significant impact. Let’s get you connected with a VC that’s as excited about AI as you are.

  1. Norwest Venture Partners

Norwest Venture Partners, also known as Norwest, is an American venture and growth equity investment firm founded in 1961. It is based in Palo Alto, California, and primarily targets early to late-stage venture and growth equity investments. Norwest is backed entirely by the banking giant Wells Fargo and recently rolled out its sixteenth fund, a $3 billion vehicle, marking the largest fund in the firm’s history. This demonstrates Norwest’s significant role and influence in the venture capital and growth equity spaces​​​​​​​​.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: United States, India, Israel, Canada, Australia, China, Ireland, Germany, Sweden, Netherlands, United Kingdom.

Operating since: 1961.

Investment Focus: Health Care (Life Sciences/BioTech,Health Care IT,Digital Health,Medical Devices/MedTech,Diagnostics),Enterprise (AI,Infrastructure,SaaS/B2B Software,Cyber Security),Consumer Internet/Marketplaces.

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

Number of investments: 1270

Number of exits: 297

Check size: $20M – $200M

Notable investments: Workato, Swiggy

Founders/Key People: Jeff Crowe, Jon Kossow

Website: https://www.nvp.com/

  1. 11.2 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 

  1. 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/

  1. 3Lines Venture Capital

3Lines Venture Capital, established in 2016, is a Colorado-based VC firm. The firm has built a portfolio of early-stage companies, mainly in the United States and India. Its portfolio consists of tech companies that are key players in sectors like the Future Of Work, Enterprise, and Industry, typically with revenues ranging from $1 million to $10 million. In terms of investment strategy, 3Lines typically participates in funding rounds with two to three other participants. 

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, India, Canada, Australia

Operating since: 2016

Investment Focus: Future of Work (Collaborative Global Workspaces), Future of Enterprise (AI, ML, Software, SaaS, Cloud, CyberSecurity), Future of Industry (Industry 4.0, Sensing Networks, Computing Platforms)

Stages: Seed, Series A

Number of investments: 32

Number of exits: 2

Check size: $100k – $5million

Notable investments: Arzooo, Swimlane, PharmaJet

Founders/Key People: Dr. Pallab Chatterjee, Krishna Kunapuli

Website: https://3lines.vc/ 

  1. Acequia Capital

Acequia Capital is an early-stage global investment platform founded in 2010 by Hank Vigil, a former Microsoft senior executive. The firm has invested in over 350 technology companies. Aside from providing initial risk capital, they offer experienced advice on product roadmap, technology strategy, business model, and go-to-market execution, making their partnership sought after by founders. 

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, UK, France, Germany, Switzerland, Canada, Sweden, Australia, Singapore, Netherlands, Belgium, India

Operating since: 2010

Investment Focus: Tech (Consumer Internet, Digital Media, FinTech, Software/SaaS, Enterprise/B2B, Cloud, AI, ML, Data Analytics, Computer Vision, IoT, Digital Health, Industrial Automation, Digital Transformation, Retail, Manufacturing)

Stages: Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A

Number of investments: 504

Number of exits: 101

Check size: $100k – $5m

Notable investments: Pinterest, Dropbox, Airbnb

Founders/Key People: Hank Vigil, Leif Danielsen

Website: https://acecap.com 

  1. Advancit Capital

Advancit Capital is a venture capital firm focusing on investments in media, technology, and web3 startups. They aim to form long-term partnerships with entrepreneurs, offering not only capital but also access to a network and strategic support. Typically, their investments range between $5 and $10 million for startups valued at $50 to $100 million. Annually, they’re involved in about 7 to 12 investment rounds.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, UK, Italy, Canada, Germany, France, Sweden, Argentina

Operating since: 2011

Stages: Seed, Series A, Series B

Investment Focus: Media/Entertainment/Technology/Web 3 (Gaming, eSports, SportsTech, Content, Digital Media, Creative AI, SaaS/Software, FinTech, B2B, B2C)

Number of investments: 154

Number of exits: 68

Check size: $5-10m

Notable investments: Masterclass, Thrive Global, Mux

Founders/Key People: Jonathan Miller, Jason Ostheimer

Website: https://www.advancitcapital.com 

  1. Allegion Ventures (CVC)

Allegion Ventures, founded in 2018, is the corporate venture capital arm of Allegion plc, with its primary office located in Carmel, Indiana, USA. This venture capital firm focuses on early-stage investments, particularly in innovative products and technologies related to security and access solutions. In terms of investment exits, Allegion Ventures has had one notable exit: Openpath. 

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, Australia, Germany, France, Brazil, Italy

Operating since: 2018

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

Investment Focus: Security & Secure Access,Smart Buildings,PropTech (Sensors,Deep Learning,Hardware,Software,Business Intelligence,AI,IoT)

Number of investments: 16

Number of exits: 1

Check size: $ 500k – $1m

Notable investments: Pindrop, HqO

Founders/Key People: Rob Martens, John Goodwin

Website: https://www.allegion.com/corp/en/ventures.html 

  1. Alumni Ventures Group

Alumni Ventures Group, established in 2014, stands out as the #1 most active venture firm in the US as of 2022 (according to PitchBook). It’s also America’s largest venture firm for individual investors. The firm’s uniqueness lies in its vast network, which is considered its “secret sauce.” By collaborating, they create more value than they could alone. They manage fund families investing across diverse sectors, stages, and regions, led by other established venture firms

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, Canada, UK, Israel, Mexico, Switzerland, India, Germany, Brazil, Australia, Singapore, Finland

Operating since: 2014

Stages: Seed, Series A, Series B

Investment Focus: IoT, Advanced Manufacturing, MarTech, Food & Agriculture, AI/ML, Consumer, AR/VR, Mobility, FinTech, Big Data, CleanTech, CyberSecurity, HealthTech, SaaS, Industrials, Life Sciences, Real Estate Tech, TMT

Number of investments: 1667

Number of exits: 239

Check size: $100K to $10M

Notable investments: BlockFi, Dataminr

Founders/Key People: Michael Collins, Luke Antal 

Website: https://www.av.vc 

  1. Amity Ventures

Amity Ventures, founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, is a venture capital firm known for supporting founders building category-defining businesses. They focus on a select few companies, offering more than just capital and emphasizing a hands-on partnership approach. The fund typically participates in investment rounds with 4-5 participants and is involved in 2-6 deals per year. The average startup value when Amity Ventures invests is between $500 million and $1 billion, and their typical deals range from $10 million to $50 million.

Headquarters: United States

Investment Geography: USA 

Operating since: 2017

Stages: Seed, Series A, Series B

Investment Focus: B2B SaaS, Enterprise Software, Cloud, AI, ML, Data Analytics, CyberSecurity, Mobile, Gaming, Consumer Internet, Semiconductors 

Number of investments: 54

Number of exits: 3

Check size: $10m- $50m

Notable investments: Snyl, CaptivateIQ

Founders/Key People: CJ Reim, Marcelino Pantoja

Website: https://www.amity.vc 

  1. Amplo

Amplo, a global venture capital firm, was founded by Sheel Tyle in 2017 in Spring, Texas, USA. It’s a dynamic firm, engaging in both early-stage and late-stage ventures, and seed funding opportunities. Amplo has made investments in various fields like lifestyle hospitality, Data analytics, medical testing, mental healthcare, and IT. They also prefer to be the lead investor during their investment ventures​​.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, UK, India, Tanzania, Spain, Philippines, Cayman Islands, Australia, Kenya, New Zealand, Mexico, Nigeria

Operating since: 2017

Stages: Seed, Series A, Series B

Investment Focus: B2B/Enterprise Software, AI, ML, Data Analytics, FinTech, Digital Health, HealthTech, HRTech, Consumer Internet

Number of investments: 66 

Number of exits: 3

Check size: $500k – 50m

Notable investments: Andela, Intercom, Robinhood

Founders/Key People: Sheel Tyle

Website: http://amplovc.com 

  1. ARTIS Ventures

ARTIS Ventures, founded in 2001 and based in San Francisco, California, specializes in pioneering investments at the intersection of life sciences and computer sciences, a niche known as TechBio. They have a track record of over a decade in supporting market-defining companies to reshape and reinvent industries. The firm is known for investing in early-stage and late-stage companies. ARTIS Ventures primarily invests in companies based in the United States. 

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, UK, Germany

Operating since: 2001

Stages: Seed, Series A, Series B 

Investment Focus: TechBio (BioTech, Diagnostics, AI, MedTech, Data Analytics, Advanced Materials, FoodTech, Enterprise Software, HealthTech, Digital Health), Tech (Digital Media, Cloud Computing, ML, CyberSecurity, Data Storage, Semiconductors, FinTech, MR, SpaceTech, Marketplaces, Business Intelligence, FoodTech)

Number of investments: 128

Number of exits: 38

Check size: $500k – $10m

Notable investments: Palantir Technologies, YouTube

Founders/Key People: Stuart Peterson, Vasudev Bailey

Website: https://www.av.co 

  1. Azure Capital Partners

Azure Capital Partners is a popular early-stage VC firm in San Francisco. They specialize in identifying and investing in late-stage information technology companies. The firm is well-regarded for its industry thought leadership and uses a data-guided approach to strategic decision-making. Azure Capital Partners is generally involved in deals ranging from $10 million to $50 million. The average startup value when Azure Capital Partners invests is between $5 million and $10 million

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, UK, Canada, Spain, Indonesia, Australia

Operating since: 2000

Stages: Post-Seed, Series A, Series B

Investment Focus: Enterprise Software, Enterprise Infrastructure, Hardware, AI, ML, Data Analytics, FinTech, Telcom, CyberSecurity, Digital Media, Gaming, E-commerce, Retail, EdTech, HealthTech, MarTech, Consumer Products, Personal Care, Beauty, Fashion, Dating, Social, Semiconductors, AgTech, BioTech, LegalTech, HRTech, TravelTech, AR, VR, Marketplaces 

Number of investments: 200

Number of exits: 78

Check size: $200k – $5m

Notable investments: Native, Clutch

Founders/Key People: Paul Ferris, Mike Kwatinetz 

Website: http://www.azurecap.com 

  1. 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 

  1. 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 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/

  1. Lucas Venture Group

Lucas Venture Group (LVG), founded in 1985, is a third-generation venture capital firm based in Menlo Park, California. LVG has expanded its portfolio to include a diverse range of sectors such as e-commerce, AI & ML, SaaS, social purpose, fintech, space, CPG, and transformative medical device companies. They place a strong emphasis on investing in people and believe in making a significant social impact alongside generating profit. The firm values the power of networking and connecting people and ideas. LVG’s network includes top CEOs, CFOs, senior economists, scientists, engineers, serial entrepreneurs, operating executives, and angel investors.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, Japan, Israel.

Operating since: 1990

Investment Focus: Enterprise Software,Cloud Infrastructure,AI,ML,Data Analytics,Big Data,Business Intelligence,E-commerce,Social Purpose,Precision Medical & Continuous Monitoring Devices,Medical Devices,HealthTech,Cyber Security,Consumer Services,FinTech, Construction, PropTech,FoodTech.

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

Number of investments: 39

Number of exits: 9

Check size: $1M – $20M

Notable investments: Katerra, Chegg, Trubill.

Founders/Key People: Donald Lucas, Sarah Lucas

Website: https://www.lucasvg.com

  1. March Capital Partners

March Capital is a venture-growth firm headquartered in Santa Monica, California, and has been investing globally since 2014. This top-tier venture capital and growth equity firm focuses intensely on sector-specific investments. They aim to accelerate founder success by leveraging a global leadership network and engaging deeply with their portfolio companies. March Capital invests in areas like enterprise AI, fintech, cloud/data infrastructure, and gaming​​​​​​​​​​.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: United States, India, United Kingdom, Germany, Israel, Türkiye

Operating since: 2014.

Investment Focus: B2B Software/SaaS,Enterprise AI,Cyber Security,FinTech,Data Infrastructure,E-commerce Enablement,Gaming.

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

Number of investments: 132

Number of exits: 18

Check size: $500K – $10M

Notable investments: CrowdStrike, KnowBe4

Founders/Key People: Jamie Montgomery, Sumant Mandal

Website: https://marchcp.com

  1. Matrix Partners

Matrix Partners, established in 1977, is a U.S.-based private equity investment firm with a strong focus on venture capital investments. Headquartered in San Francisco, California, the firm primarily invests in seed and early-stage companies in the United States and India. The firm has made significant contributions to the venture capital landscape, supporting innovative startups and early-stage companies in various technology-driven fields​​​​​​​​.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: United States, China, India, Singapore, Canada, United Kingdom, Hong Kong, Israel, Australia, France, Estonia, Denmark

Operating since: 1977.

Investment Focus: Consumer Tech,SaaS,Mobile,Hardware,E-commerce,Fashion,FoodTech,FinTech,Digital Media,PropTech,Mobility,Marketplaces,Enterprise Tech,Infrastructure,Enterprise Software,AI,Big Data,Data Analytics,Cyber Security,Telecom,Semiconductors,Wireless,HRTech.

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

Number of investments: 896

Number of exits: 177

Check size: $100K – $50M

Notable investments: Apple, Canva

Founders/Key People: Mark McDonnell, Anthony Papalia

Website: https://www.matrix.vc

  1. Mendoza Ventures

Mendoza Ventures, established in 2016, is a venture capital firm based in Boston, Massachusetts, specializing in early and growth-stage investments. The firm is particularly focused on Fintech, AI, and Cybersecurity sectors. Mendoza Ventures stands out for its actively managed approach to venture capital, investing in areas where the team has substantial domain expertise.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, UK, Canada.

Operating since: 2016.

Investment Focus: AI,FinTech,Cyber Security,Blockchain,SaaS,E-commerce.

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

Number of investments: 15

Number of exits: 2

Check size: $100K – $5M

Notable investments: SensoAI, FiVerity

Founders/Key People: Susana Hirs, Adrian Mendoza

Website: https://mendoza-ventures.com

  1. Millennium Technology Value Partners

Millennium Technology Value Partners, founded in 2002 and based in New York, 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/

  1. Moneta Ventures

Moneta Ventures, founded in 2014 and based in Folsom, California, is a venture capital firm that primarily invests in business-to-business enterprise software companies. Moneta Ventures is recognized for its commitment to supporting and growing promising early-stage startups into world-changing companies. Their philosophy emphasizes not just the provision of capital but also the support for dynamic entrepreneurs in the crucial early stages of their ventures.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: United States, India, Canada, Hong Kong, United Kingdom, Mexico.

Operating since: 2014.

Investment Focus: Enterprise Software,Cyber Security,Cloud Computing,AI,Big Data,Data Analytics,IoT, FinTech,E-commerce, MarTech,AR, VR,Blockchain, HRTech, Gaming,AutoTech,HealthTech, BioTech,Life Sciences, AgTech,Consumer, Drones, EdTech,Transporation,Wearables.

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

Number of investments: 60

Number of exits: 3

Check size: $500K – $5M

Notable investments: MindTickle, Grin

Founders/Key People: Lokesh Sikaria, Marvin Soohoo

Website: https://www.moneta.vc

  1. 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

  1. National Grid Partners (CVC)

National Grid Partners (NGP), founded in 2018, is the corporate venture investment arm of National Grid, based in Los Gatos, California. NGP stands out as the only utility venture and innovation fund that leverages the global network of National Grid. NGP invests for both strategic and financial impact and leads company-wide disruptive innovation efforts. The firm has been active in investing in startups that aim to transform how utilities and other enterprises manage vast physical infrastructure.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, UK, Israel

Operating since: 2005

Investment Focus: EnergyTech (AI,Analytics,IoT,Grid Modernization,Enterprise Software, Security,Blockchain,Cloud,Distributed Energy,Energy Management).

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

Number of investments: 69

Number of exits: 6

Check size: $5M – $50M

Notable investments: Sunrun, Dragos

Founders/Key People: Tom Arnold

Website: https://ngpartners.com

  1. Neotribe Ventures

Neotribe Ventures, founded in 2017, is a venture capital firm based in Menlo Park, California. The firm focuses on investments in various sectors including applied artificial intelligence, biotech, enterprise infrastructure, internet of things, and weather tech. Neotribe Ventures is known for its commitment to early-stage technology companies, investing in breakthrough technologies that stretch the imagination. In addition, Neotribe Ventures operates under the Neotribe Management Company and has made notable contributions in the technology sector since its inception​​​​​​​​.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: United States, United Kingdom, Switzerland, Mexico, Australia.

Operating since: 2016

Investment Focus: Applied Artificial Intelligence/AI,BioTech/Computational Biology,B2B/Enterprise,Software/SaaS,Automation,Cyber Security,Internet of Things/IoT,Weather Tech,Energy.

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

Number of investments: 63

Number of exits: 8

Check size: $4M – $11M

Notable investments: BillionToOne, ServiceNow

Founders/Key People: Nitin Chopra, Swaroop Kalluri

Website: https://www.neotribe.vc/

  1. Next Frontier Capital

Next Frontier Capital, established in 2015 and headquartered in Bozeman, Montana, is a venture capital investment firm focusing on the software, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology sectors. The firm operates additional offices in Boulder, Missoula, and Salt Lake City. It partners with entrepreneurs to build technology companies, supporting venture investments and co-leading financings in firms that show product-market fit and a history of capital growth.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, Mexico

Operating since: 2015.

Investment Focus: Enterprise Software,AI,Data Analytics,Data Science, FinTech,BioTech,HealthTech,Health Care,Biopharma,Therapeutics, MarTech, HRTech,Gaming,Cyber Security,IoT,Digital Media,MediaTech,Dev Tools.

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

Number of investments: 63

Number of exits: 9

Check size: $1M – $10M

Notable investments: Aumni, onXmaps

Founders/Key People: Les Craig, Kristen Suddath

Website: https://www.nextfrontiercapital.com

  1. NGP Capital

NGP Capital, established in 2005, is a venture capital investment firm headquartered in Palo Alto, California. The firm primarily invests in the digital health, intelligent enterprise, and smart mobility sectors. With a global presence, NGP Capital also focuses on cybersecurity, edge cloud, digital industries, and digital transformation. This diverse investment portfolio demonstrates a commitment to innovative and growth-stage technology companies.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: United States, China, India, Germany, Israel, France, Sweden, Finland, Austria, Switzerland, Singapore, Spain.

Operating since: 2005.

Investment Focus: Intelligent Enterprise (Enterprise Software, AI, ML, Data Analytics,Data Science,Sensors,Cloud Computing, CyberSecurity,Computer Vision,IoT,), Smart Mobility (Logistics,Supply Chain,Ridesharing,Fleet Management,Marketplaces),Mobile (Chipsets,Connectivity,Networking,Mobile Software,Next-Gen Services).

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

Number of investments: 169

Number of exits: 52

Check size: $1M – $10M

Notable investments: AMD, Qualcomm

Founders/Key People: Paul Asel, Yao Ge

Website: https://www.ngpcap.com

Conclusion

And that’s a wrap on our guide to the 25 top venture capital firms in the US that are after ambitious AI startups. Remember, finding the right VC isn’t just about the money; it’s about partnering with someone who shares your vision for AI’s future and can offer the guidance and connections to turn that vision into reality.

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