Tensor Ventures

Tensor Ventures is a venture capital firm dedicated to exploring the frontiers of deep tech innovation, investing in uncharted territories across various high-impact sectors. The firm focuses on inevitable tectonic shifts driven by advancements in artificial intelligence, the quantum revolution, computational biotechnology, and sustainable technologies. They strategically participate in Seed and Series A funding rounds, sometimes leading investments and other times co-investing with trusted partners, always within sectors where they possess deep expertise.

Founded in 2018 by Martin Drdul and Roman Smola, Tensor Ventures has rapidly established itself as a key player in the deep tech investment landscape. The firm employs proprietary deal sourcing methods, including referrals from world-class universities, to identify pioneering startups that challenge traditional approaches. They operate with a continuous network across continents, collaborating with VC partners and academic institutions to foster a web of great minds.

Tensor Ventures boasts a daring portfolio with notable exits, including the Czech startup UltimateSuite, acquired by ServiceNow, and the US-Israeli startup Neuronix AI, purchased by Microchip Technology. Their current and recent investments span a diverse range of deep tech companies such as ValkaAI, PangeAI, RepSense, QC82, Quantagonia, Beit, Anari, HeartBeat.bio, Wultra, Dstack, AppFactor, DYNANIC, QurieGen, and Edmund. These investments reflect their commitment to quantum technology, biotech, cybersecurity, AI, and climate tech solutions.

The Tensor Ventures team comprises experienced professionals with specialized knowledge in their target sectors. Key members include founders Martin Drdul and Roman Smola, alongside Petr Ulvr leading business development, Daniel Hastik in venture partnering and scouting, and Katerina Syslova managing communications. The team also benefits from the expertise of Michal Krelina as a Quantum Technologies Expert & Strategist and Pavel Kordik as an AI Technologies Advisor, ensuring a deep understanding of the complex technologies they invest in.