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4Founders Capital III is an early-stage venture capital fund focused on “Spanish-linked” startups with global ambition. The fund recently closed with €70 million in commitments, exceeding its initial target of €65 million. Investors include both returning LPs and new institutional players, reinforcing confidence in the fund’s model. Its investment strategy remains consistent with previous funds, deploying initial checks between €300,000 and €2 million per company, and reserving up to €6 million for follow-on investments in standout portfolio companies. The fund expects to invest in around 40 startups over the coming years. While sector-agnostic, 4Founders Capital III places a strong emphasis on tech-driven B2B SaaS businesses, especially those leveraging artificial intelligence. Key verticals of interest include fintech, business services, traveltech, cybersecurity, and developer tools. The fund is managed by a team of former entrepreneurs and seasoned investors with a proven track record in early-stage tech investing. With approximately €134 million in total assets under management across all vehicles, 4Founders Capital leverages an established dealflow pipeline and long-standing LP relationships to drive fund performance.

Google has launched the AI Futures Fund, a strategic initiative designed to empower startups working in artificial intelligence. The fund provides early access to cutting-edge models from Google DeepMind, such as Gemini (for advanced reasoning), Imagen (image generation), and Veo (video generation). These tools give startups a technological edge in developing their AI solutions. In addition to product access, the AI Futures Fund makes direct equity investments in selected startups. Beneficiaries also receive generous Google Cloud credits and hands-on mentorship from Google’s experts in AI research, engineering, and business development. This holistic support model is aimed at helping startups quickly iterate, scale, and go to market. The fund accepts applications on a rolling basis, without fixed deadlines. By offering capital, infrastructure, and deep expertise, Google aims to accelerate the development of transformative AI applications across a broad range of industries.

AVP Growth Fund I is a €1.5 billion late-stage technology investment fund launched by AVP (Atlantic Vantage Point), formerly known as AXA Venture Partners. The fund is supported by anchor commitments from AXA and the European Investment Fund (EIF) as part of the European Tech Champions Initiative (ETCI). This initiative aims to bolster Europe's late-stage tech funding landscape and support rapidly growing, large technology companies. The fund targets high-growth European technology companies, providing substantial investments to help them scale and compete globally. AVP Growth Fund I has already completed investments in companies such as Agicap and Odoo, demonstrating its commitment to fostering European tech champions. AVP operates as an independent global investment platform with a transatlantic presence, managing over €2.5 billion across various investment strategies, including venture, early growth, growth, and fund of funds. The firm leverages its extensive network and expertise to support entrepreneurs from early stages to IPO, aiming to create a robust European alternative to U.S. growth funds and sovereign wealth capital.

Air Street Capital II is a USD 121 million venture capital fund managed by Air Street Capital, focused exclusively on AI-first companies in deep technology domains including defense, robotics, drug discovery, and AI infrastructure. Domiciled in Guernsey and based in the United Kingdom, the fund completed its final close in September 2023, attracting notable LPs including Spotify founder Daniel Ek. It is Air Street Capital's second fund following its inaugural vehicle.

Altimeter Growth Partners Fund VII is the latest venture capital vehicle from Altimeter Capital Management, targeting investments in the technology, media, and telecommunications (TMT) sector within the United States. With a first close of $552.68 million in July 2024, the fund continues Altimeter's strategy of backing high-growth tech companies. The fund seeks to invest in early to growth-stage companies that demonstrate strong potential in their respective markets. Altimeter's investment approach focuses on identifying innovative businesses with scalable models and significant market opportunities. Altimeter Capital Management, founded by Brad Gerstner, has a history of successful investments in technology companies, leveraging its expertise to support portfolio companies through various stages of growth.

The Armilar IV fund is positioned to back exceptional deep‑technology founders across the Iberian Peninsula, with a specific interest in companies that fuse advanced science and enterprise‑grade software. With a first close of around €120 million and an ultimate target near €240 million by late 2026, Armilar IV offers meaningful capital to support follow‑on growth and scale financing. It builds on the longstanding track record of Armilar Venture Partners—who have supported companies like OutSystems and Feedzai—from regional innovators to global platforms. The investment thesis of Armilar IV centres on B2B enterprises with robust technical moats, demonstrable product‑market fit, and the capacity to expand internationally from Spain and Portugal. The fund plans to make approximately 20 investments over its lifetime, combining cheque writing with active operational support and board participation to accelerate commercial traction. The targeting sectors span AI, cybersecurity, healthtech and spacetech—areas where scientific research meets software innovation. The fund believes that Iberia’s deep‑tech ecosystem is at an inflection point, and that institutional‑scale capital like this can bridge the gap between early research and global commercial deployment. By focusing on companies at the junction of science and software, Armilar IV seeks to partner with technical founding teams that are under‑leveraged in large European growth rounds, providing the scale and guidance needed to lead expansion rounds and become internationally competitive.

The Autism Impact Fund (AIF) is venture capital fund that focuses on investing in startups in the neurodiversity space. Funded by institutional LPs such as investment firms Fairfield-Maxwell and Ferd, AIF aims to become "the investment and innovation arm of the autism community." With an initial fund of $60 million, AIF has already invested in 12 startups in its portfolio (as of April 2024). The fund's target investments are diverse and include sectors such as life sciences and data- and tech-enabled services. It also expands beyond the U.S., with investments in German consulting firm Auticon and British telehealth platform Healios. AIF plans to diversify further, broadening its scope to include behavioral health data-driven platforms, innovative healthcare solutions, and value-based care frameworks. The fund also invests in addressing autism comorbidities, such as gastrointestinal issues, and focuses on independence in areas like employment, financial independence, and housing. AIF's approach to investment reflects rising awareness about autism as a spectrum that affects individuals across their lifespans, not just during childhood. The fund is looking at potential investments in AI and other technologies while addressing the broader societal costs of autism. With a global focus, AIF partners with startups like Mentra and Genial Care to support the neurodiversity space, reflecting the increased momentum and creation of companies in this field.

Axeleo Capital's second B2B tech fund with €73 million in committed capital targeting cybersecurity, B2B FinTech, SaaS, AI, cloud, and web3 startups. AXC2 makes initial seed investments of €0.2M–€2M in ~30 startups across France and Western Europe, with follow-on support up to €5M per company through Series A and B. Final close reached December 2023.

Backed 3 is the third investment vehicle of Backed VC, closing at approximately $100 million. The fund marks a milestone as Backed VC makes its 100th investment into European deep‑tech and frontier technology companies.The strategy is to back ambitious, early‑stage founders building globally significant companies in three core verticals: AI‑native therapeutics; blockchain and banking infrastructure; and industrial/manufacturing automation. Ticket sizes are set at $500,000 to $5 million, targeting pre‑seed and seed rounds, and the firm is increasing its presence in the U.S. to source transatlantic founders and support follow‑on capital.Limited partners comprise a mix of institutional allocators (including fund‑of‑funds) and over 50 family offices and founder‑LPs, with nearly half the fund coming from institutions. Through its community‑driven model, Backed VC aims to leverage its network of events and founder‑LP recycling to accelerate deal flow, syndication and talent mobility between Europe and the U.S.By focusing on frontier technology sectors and providing long‑horizon capital to founders with global ambition, Backed 3 positions itself to help unlock Europe’s next generation of platform companies — building with a mindset to compete at the highest level rather than settling for convenience plays.

The Brookfield Artificial Intelligence Infrastructure Fund (BAIIF) is an advanced infrastructure investment fund that focuses on the burgeoning field of artificial intelligence. As AI technologies become more integral to various industries, BAIIF seeks to capitalize on the need for robust infrastructure to support these advancements. This fund is designed to provide investors with access to high-quality assets that are pivotal in facilitating AI operations, including data centers, communication networks, and power utilities.Managed by Brookfield, the fund leverages the team's extensive experience in infrastructure investments to identify and enhance assets that align with the growing demand for AI capabilities. The fund is aimed at investors looking to benefit from the technological evolution while supporting sustainable and innovative infrastructure growth.

DCVC Climate Select is a venture capital fund targeting climate startups at the mid-stages of development. The fund is located in Palo Alto, California. The fund is focused on climate technologies and applications in AI, tech bio, and robotics, where it sees opportunities for investment in underfunded areas. The fund is managed by the well-established Silicon Valley VC firm DCVC, which has invested $360 million from other funds into climate startups over the last decade. DCVC Climate Select initially aimed to raise $500 million, but this target has since been lowered to $400 million due to challenging market conditions.

Deerfield Healthcare Innovations Fund III is the third installment in Deerfield Management's series of venture capital funds dedicated to advancing healthcare. Launched in May 2025, the fund has secured over $600 million in commitments, aiming to invest in promising therapeutics, improvements to healthcare delivery, and paradigm-shifting technologies, including machine learning and artificial intelligence. The fund's strategy leverages Deerfield's collaborations with 29 leading research institutions and nine industry partners. Through its in-house ecosystem, including specialized teams like Deerfield Discovery and Development (3DC) and Deerfield Intelligence, the firm identifies and advances innovative products, services, and technologies. These efforts are often in partnership with Deerfield-founded entities such as Deerfield Catalyst and Genscience. Operating from its twelve-story healthcare innovation campus, Cure, in New York City, Deerfield provides state-of-the-art research laboratories and convening spaces to support health innovators. Consistent with its long-standing practice, a portion of the profits from Healthcare Innovations Fund III not allocated to the fund's limited partners will be donated to the Deerfield Foundation, a not-for-profit organization focused on improving the health of children worldwide.

Draper B1 Frontier Tech is a venture capital fund focused on high-impact technologies that are reshaping the future, including artificial intelligence, spacetech, and cybersecurity. The fund has raised over 20 million euros, aiming to bridge the gap between Europe and the United States and boost the international expansion of tech companies. Tim Draper, a renowned seed investor, supports this fund, highlighting its strategic importance in the venture capital landscape.The fund has already made initial investments in nine disruptive startups, such as Sycai Medical and Collimate Space. These investments emphasize the fund's strategic orientation towards deep tech with high disruption potential. Draper B1 leverages its extensive experience and the Draper Venture Network to provide startups with necessary tools and networks for scaling globally.

Dynamo Ventures, a Chattanooga-based venture capital firm, has announced the close of its third fund, Dynamo Fund III, at $54 million. This new fund significantly expands upon the firm's initial $18 million Fund I, reflecting a strong commitment to investing in early-stage companies that are innovating within the industrial economy. The fund aims to support founders who are transforming the way goods are produced, transported, and monetized, focusing on sectors where digitization is long overdue. In conjunction with the closing of Fund III, Dynamo executed a secondary transaction providing early liquidity to limited partners in its first fund. Kline Hill Partners acquired a significant stake in Fund I, delivering returns exceeding 4x and placing the fund in the top decile of its vintage. This move not only validates the strength of Dynamo's early investments but also demonstrates the firm's commitment to delivering value to its investors. Dynamo's investment strategy continues to focus on early-stage companies at the pre-seed and seed levels, particularly those operating in manufacturing, logistics, transportation, and commerce infrastructure. The firm brings deep operational expertise and a global network to its portfolio, which includes companies like Stord, Sennder, Gatik, and Raft. With the new fund, Dynamo is well-positioned to continue backing ambitious founders who are redefining how industries operate at scale.

The EV II fund is a 70m€ Venture Capital fund that invests in innovative companies in Series A & B stage. The fund has a focus on Fintech and Beyond Banking sectors, including financial technology, RegTech, cybersecurity, mobility, energy, agriculture, and more. The fund targets investments in Central and Eastern Europe, which is an emerging startup ecosystem with amazing talent and founders but lacks the attention and funding resources of more mature regions. The fund has a commitment from RBI, Raiffeisen-Holding Niederösterreich-Wien, and Raiffeisen-Landesbank Steiermark, and has previously invested in a portfolio of 15 companies, including investment banking, e-signature & identification, and RegTech companies, among others. The main goal of Elevator Ventures is to earn a financial return for its investors. In addition, they want to contribute to the strategy of the banks and engage with high-growth companies whose business models might be changing the industry dynamics in the mid- to long term. The fund also cooperates with international co-investors and has decided to invest in a Fund of Funds and other VC funds alongside Raiffeisen-Landesbank Steiermark, and Raiffeisenlandesbank Oberösterreich. The fund also believes in the transformative power of technological shifts that enable high-growth companies to drive customer value and reshape industries. They are driven by a sector focus that encompasses not only Fintech but also Beyond Banking, which includes platform-based business approaches in various service areas. Elevator Ventures also plans to continue to promote innovation in the region with the backing of its LP base.

Eurazeo Growth Fund IV is a European growth‑phase private equity vehicle co‑managed by Eurazeo and Idinvest Partners and headquartered in Paris. It focuses on backing scale‑up companies through tickets of €25–100 million per investment. The fund invests in digital transformation leaders across fintech, enterprise software, digital health, marketplaces, cybersecurity, and infra‑tech. Its first investment was in Cognigy—a business‑productivity software firm—on June 11, 2024, signaling a strong entry into deep tech and AI opportunities. By end‑2024, EGF IV achieved ~5% gross value uplift from its early portfolio, aligned with Eurazeo’s performance track record in growth funds, and continues to leverage the firm’s operational and international ecosystem to support expansion and exits across European markets.

Expedition's second fund, Expedition Growth Capital II, closed at the hard cap of €250 million and saw commitments from global investors including university endowments, charitable foundations, fund of funds, software entrepreneurs, and family offices. The fund's target investments are in European software companies, and their strategy involves providing capital for growth and shareholder liquidity, as well as operational expertise to bootstrapped founders. Their first fund portfolio comprises 10 bootstrapped software companies that have more than doubled revenues in a capital efficient manner since Expedition’s initial investment, indicating their focus on companies with strong growth potential. Fund counsel for Expedition Growth Capital II were Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld and Carey Olsen. Expedition Growth Capital focuses on partnering with ambitious, rapidly growing European software companies that have achieved significant traction without external funding. They target minority growth investments, providing shareholder liquidity and growth capital to highly resilient, founder-led software companies. Their companies are typically on a path to category leadership with a use rather than a need for capital.

First Round Capital X is the tenth flagship venture fund of First Round, focused on early-stage technology, AI, fintech, consumer, web3, and adjacent sectors. It aims to back visionary founding teams with differentiated insight into market opportunities. The fund’s strategy is hands-on: investing at seed and Series A stages, embedding operational support, recruiting, product & go-to-market growth, and leveraging First Round’s network and resources to accelerate scaling. The target fund size is USD 500 million, reflecting significant ambition and fundraising momentum. First Round X builds on the firm’s deep prior experience and brand to source high-potential deals and back breakout outcomes. While the primary focus is U.S.-based startups, the fund remains open to globally distributed or cross-border teams that align with its sector themes and market potential. The objective is differentiated returns via early-stage exposure backed by strong support and conviction.

Founders Fund Growth III is the third growth-stage venture fund from Founders Fund, a San Francisco-based firm co-founded by Peter Thiel. The fund closed at $4.6 billion in April 2025, surpassing its initial $3 billion target, with participation from 270 limited partners. This fund focuses on late-stage investments in sectors such as artificial intelligence, defense technology, and advanced manufacturing. Founders Fund aims to support companies that are developing transformative technologies with significant long-term impact. With a history of backing companies like SpaceX, Stripe, and Anduril, Founders Fund Growth III continues the firm's strategy of investing in high-growth startups poised to become industry leaders.

G Squared VII LP is the $2 billion seventh flagship fund by G Squared, a global venture capital firm. This marks a significant increase from its previous fund, G Squared VI, which closed at $1.1 billion in 2024. The firm continues its strategy of investing in growth-stage technology companies through both primary and secondary transactions, providing capital and liquidity solutions to dynamic tech enterprises and their stakeholders. With a history of backing companies like Airbnb, Coursera, Instacart, and Spotify, G Squared focuses on sectors such as SaaS, fintech, insurtech, mobility, and consumer internet. The firm operates globally, with offices in Chicago, San Francisco, Zurich, and Miami, and has invested in over 130 portfolio companies since its inception in 2011. G Squared's investment approach addresses the evolving needs of private companies that are staying private longer, requiring both growth capital and liquidity for early investors and employees. By participating in primary and secondary markets, including structured primaries and employee tenders, G Squared aims to support companies throughout their lifecycle, offering a differentiated strategy compared to traditional venture capital firms.

General Catalyst’s Customer Value Fund (CVF) is an innovative financing vehicle designed to provide non-dilutive capital to technology companies aiming to scale their customer acquisition efforts. Unlike traditional equity or debt financing, CVF structures its investments to align repayment with the revenue generated from the funded sales and marketing activities, offering a capped return to General Catalyst. This approach allows companies to preserve equity while accelerating growth. The fund targets companies that have achieved product-market fit and possess predictable customer acquisition metrics. By treating sales and marketing expenditures as assets, CVF enables businesses to invest in growth without the typical risks associated with fixed debt repayments or equity dilution. General Catalyst assumes the downside risk, receiving returns only if the company's customer acquisition efforts succeed. CVF has been instrumental in supporting companies like Grammarly and Finom. Grammarly secured a $1 billion investment to expand its AI-driven productivity platform, while Finom received €92.3 million to accelerate its European expansion. These investments exemplify CVF's commitment to fueling growth in companies with strong unit economics and scalable customer acquisition strategies.

Georgian Alignment Fund II is a special-purpose growth equity continuation vehicle managed by Georgian, a Toronto-based alternative asset manager with US$5.9 billion in assets under management across its fund family. Launched in late 2021 with a US$1 billion fundraising target, the fund operates as a concentrated follow-on strategy that re-invests alongside Georgian's own existing portfolio companies rather than seeking new commitments in the open market. This structure reflects Georgian's conviction that the highest-value capital deployment occurs when both the investor and the portfolio company already share a deep working relationship, eliminating the typical friction and alignment uncertainty associated with first-time manager-company introductions and new fundraising processes. The fund's investment strategy targets between six and eight software companies — selected exclusively from the roster of Georgian's earlier flagship growth funds — that have demonstrated established market demand, strong growth trajectories, and a credible path to profitability. Sectors of focus include enterprise software, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, industrial automation, and social engagement platforms, all consistent with Georgian's long-standing thesis around information-intensive technology businesses. Known portfolio investments include Devo (cybersecurity analytics), True Fit (AI-driven retail personalization for fashion), and Tractable (AI applied to insurance and automotive damage assessment). PitchBook records a total of 16 investments associated with the fund. Georgian Alignment Fund I, the fund's predecessor vehicle, closed at US$1.02 billion in March 2021, backing Top Hat, Tealium, WorkFusion, and IEX Group among others. Fund II launched shortly afterward and by October 2022 had secured approximately US$466 million — roughly 47% of its target — according to SEC Form D filings. In January 2023, BMO Global Asset Management launched a dedicated feeder vehicle, the BMO Georgian Alignment II Access Fund LP, providing Canadian accredited investors access to the strategy at a minimum commitment of US$50,000. No formal final close announcement was found in public sources as of the research date, consistent with Georgian's practice of quiet closes across its fund family.

Gilgamesh Ventures, a New York-based venture capital firm specializing in early-stage fintech investments across the Americas, has successfully closed its second fund, Gilgamesh Fintech Ventures II, at $20 million. This new fund increases the firm's total assets under management to $35 million. Founded in 2021 by Miguel Armaza and Andrew Endicott, Gilgamesh Ventures focuses on backing fintech startups that accelerate the pace of commerce. With Fund II, the firm plans to invest in companies that leverage AI-native approaches to scale efficiently, reflecting a commitment to innovation in financial services. The fund's limited partners include institutional investors such as Foundation Capital, GBM Ventures, and Encore Bank, as well as fintech founders like Renaud Laplanche (Upgrade, Lending Club) and Dan Henry (Green Dot, NetSpend). Notably, all institutional investors from Fund I returned with equal or larger commitments for Fund II. Gilgamesh Ventures has invested in 44 startups across 10 global markets since its inception, with a significant presence in Latin America, including investments in companies like Nexu, Xepelin, and Cayena.

Glasswing Ventures Fund‑III is a venture capital vehicle targeting pre‑seed and seed‑stage investments in startups that are truly “AI‑native” and working at the frontier of enterprise software, cybersecurity and next‑gen computing. The fund closed at over $200‑million in commitments, significantly oversubscribed, reflecting strong investor confidence in the firm’s prior track record. The fund builds on Glasswing’s prior funds and history of investing in early stage (pre‑seed/seed) companies, often as lead or first institutional investor in enterprise B2B or security‑related technology. In doing so, the firm emphasises founders developing architectures, platforms and systems that embed AI or frontier tech rather than just “adding AI” as an after‑thought. In terms of value‑add, Glasswing deploys a 14‑person team of operators and builders, plus an advisory council of 62 members, to help portfolio companies with scaling, customer introductions and domain expertise. Fund‑III will invest in about 25 companies over its investment period. The thematic focus is very clearly laid out: the fund will invest in vertical AI (industry‑specific AI platforms), physical AI (autonomous systems in the real world), adaptive AI infrastructure, intelligent enterprise defense (cybersecurity) and next‑gen compute (distributed, quantum, massive scale infrastructure).

Greenoaks Capital Partners is launching its sixth flagship venture capital fund, Greenoaks Capital Opportunities Fund VI, with a target size of $2.25 billion. This fund aims to continue the firm's strategy of making concentrated, long-term investments in technology-enabled companies globally. The fund will focus on identifying and supporting "generation-defining" businesses early in their lifecycle, partnering with them for decades. Greenoaks employs a research-intensive approach, focusing on a select number of companies to maximize value creation. The firm's investment philosophy combines elements of venture capital and value investing, allowing for flexibility across asset classes, industries, and geographies. Greenoaks' portfolio features notable investments in companies like Coupang, Rippling, Wiz, Databricks, Stripe, Canva, and Figma. The firm is known for its founder-focused approach and long-term commitment to its portfolio companies. With Fund VI, Greenoaks continues to pursue opportunities in the mid-stage venture to early growth space, seeking to support companies that have the potential to become global leaders in their respective sectors.

Haveli Investments Software Fund I is a $4.5 billion private equity vehicle launched by Haveli Investments, an Austin-based firm founded in 2021 by Brian Sheth, formerly of Vista Equity Partners. The fund, which exceeded its initial $4.25 billion cap due to strong investor demand, is the largest debut flagship private equity fund to date, surpassing Patient Square Capital’s $3.9 billion fund. Notably, Apollo Global Management invested $500 million and provided strategic support. The fund focuses on acquiring minority and control positions in midsize enterprise software companies. Its investment strategy targets providers of software to specific industries, cross-sector tools, infrastructure software, and cybersecurity services. Haveli aims to deploy its capital into companies with modern products, attractive end markets, and multiple growth levers to accelerate value creation. Haveli's portfolio includes notable investments such as the $1.5 billion acquisition of AI-driven database firm Couchbase and the purchase of travel accommodation software provider Accommodations Plus International. The firm previously raised $833.9 million for gaming sector investments, bringing its total assets under management to $4.5 billion.

Headline Asia has successfully closed its fifth venture capital fund, Headline Asia Fund V, with a total of $145 million in commitments. This marks a significant milestone, being one of the first notable VC fund closings in Asia-Pacific in recent months, as investor sentiment remains cautious amid global market uncertainty. The fund is a reaffirmation of Headline’s long-term conviction in the innovation potential of early-stage companies in the region. The fund will primarily invest in early-stage technology startups from seed to Series A, targeting companies operating in sectors like e-commerce, logistics, fintech, intellectual property, and AI. Headline Asia will focus on startups driving digital transformation and those with potential for cross-border scalability. The fund typically invests between $1 million to $5 million per deal, aiming to partner closely with founders to help scale their businesses. Fund V is backed by several public and institutional LPs, including Japan Investment Corporation (JIC), National Development Fund of Taiwan (NDF), Korea Venture Investment Corporation (KVIC), and SME Support Japan. So far, it has made 17 investments, including startups like Newmo (Japan, ride-hailing), Jenfi (Singapore, revenue-based financing), and Pi-xcels (Tokyo/Singapore, NFC receipts). The fund's strategic approach reflects a belief in the enduring opportunity within Asia’s startup ecosystem.

The InfraVia Growth Fund II is a dedicated growth‑equity vehicle launched by InfraVia Capital Partners to back ambitious European B2B technology companies. It is structured as a société en libre partenariat domiciled in France and created in late 2024. With a targeted size of up to €1 billion, the fund builds on the firm’s prior growth‑equity strategy and aims to become a leading partner to scaling tech enterprises across the continent. The fund focuses on companies with proven business models, scalable platforms, and strong growth momentum. Its investment thesis emphasises B2B digital solutions—particularly in sectors such as artificial intelligence, fintech, cybersecurity, digital health, vertical software and other segments driving the digital transformation of industrial and corporate systems. InfraVia Growth Fund II intends to be an active partner in its portfolio companies, offering more than just capital. Portfolio companies benefit from InfraVia’s operational support platform, which provides deep expertise in areas such as M&A, international expansion, governance, ESG practices and functional scaling. The team leverages InfraVia’s broader infrastructure and technology ecosystem to help companies accelerate their growth and build market leadership. Geographically, the fund will invest across Europe, supporting companies that are ready to scale internationally and capture leadership in their markets. The strategy acknowledges that digitalisation, decarbonisation and structural change across industries create heightened opportunities for growth‑equity investments. By partnering with entrepreneurs and management teams focused on mission‑critical software and tech‑enabled business models, the fund aims to generate both growth and value creation over a medium to long‑term horizon.

The Invivo Ventures III Fund is focused on investing in the life sciences sector, particularly at the intersection of advanced therapies, synthetic biology, and artificial intelligence. The fund is managed by Invivo Partners, based in Barcelona, Spain. The fund is strategically designed to propel the emergent field of synthetic biology and invest in pioneering companies that reflect Invivo’s expertise and belief in the transformative potential of deep tech to address critical healthcare challenges. The fund's target investments include early-stage life science companies that are at the forefront of innovation. With a majority of private investors and the backing of significant institutional investors, Invivo Ventures III is poised to make a substantial impact in the life sciences ecosystem. Initial investments range from 2-4M€, with follow-ons in portfolio companies up to 10M€ per company after meeting set milestones. Europe is the geographical focus, being Spain the main target.

Iron Wolf Capital has announced the first close of its second fund, securing $32.7 million with a target of $109 million. The fund focuses on early-stage investments in deeptech and AI startups across the Baltic region and its diaspora. Initial investments range from $545,000 to $2.18 million, with the firm often leading or co-leading funding rounds. The firm is recognized as one of the most active investors in the Baltics, having supported over 20 companies in the past five years. Its portfolio spans various sectors, including robotics, photonics, AI-driven education technology, pharmaceuticals, and climate technology. Iron Wolf Capital emphasizes backing exceptional founders with global ambitions and disruptive technologies. Beyond capital, Iron Wolf Capital contributes to the ecosystem through initiatives like the Baltic Deep Tech Report and the Deep Tech Breakfast Series, fostering collaboration and growth within the region's innovation landscape.

K6 Private Investors is the sixth flagship fund managed by K1 Investment Management, a California-based private equity firm focused on high-growth enterprise software companies. The fund has a $6.25 billion target and held its first close in 2023 with $200 million. K1 has committed 10% of the total fund, showcasing strong sponsor alignment. The fund intends to make 28 to 35 investments across both buyout and minority deals. Equity investments will range from $15 million to $250 million. K6 specifically targets software businesses generating under $100 million in recurring revenue, with enterprise values between $100 million and $450 million. K1 takes a hands-on approach, actively supporting portfolio companies with operational improvement and growth strategies. This includes executive hiring, product expansion, and facilitating bolt-on acquisitions through its in-house value creation team.

The fund is designed as a European closed‑end venture capital vehicle managed by Kibo Ventures. It aims to back early‑stage software businesses with global ambition, leading or co‑leading pre‑series A and series A rounds. Its investment policy places a geographic emphasis on companies whose center of operations, management or strategic base is in Spain, with the intention that at least two‑thirds of invested capital goes into Spanish companies. The duration of the fund is estimated at ten years from the first close, extendable by up to two additional one‑year periods, and it targets a portfolio of B2B software companies with differentiated technologies and scalable international models. Typical checks are in the order of ~€2 million into early‑stage rounds, seeking minority positions (~10‑20%) in companies ready to scale, demonstrating product‑market fit and growth potential.

Lakestar Early IV is an early-stage venture capital fund managed by Lakestar. The fund is domiciled the United Kingdom. The fund will focus their investments across geographies, with a focus on Europe in sectors such as AI, digitalisation, deep tech, healthcare, and fintech. The funds are aligned with Lakestar’s commitment to forge a stronger future for Europe by nurturing the region’s innovation and tech ecosystem through the funding of business models which support economic growth and social prosperity. The fund closed in April 2024 together Lakestar Growth II with $600 million.

Lakestar Growth II is a growth venture capital fund managed by Lakestar. The fund is domiciled the United Kingdom. The fund will focus their investments across geographies, with a focus on Europe in sectors such as AI, digitalisation, deep tech, healthcare, and fintech. The funds are aligned with Lakestar’s commitment to forge a stronger future for Europe by nurturing the region’s innovation and tech ecosystem through the funding of business models which support economic growth and social prosperity. The fund closed in April 2024 together Lakestar Early IV II with $600 million.

The firm’s second flagship vehicle, MVP Ventures II, is a $125 million early‑stage deep‑tech venture fund from MVP Ventures that expands the firm’s strategy to back founders at the intersection of AI, hardware and software. With this enlarged war chest, the fund emphasises a founder‑first philosophy: putting operations, recruiting, go‑to‑market strategy, regulatory navigation and follow‑on capital access at the centre of its support model. MVP Ventures II leverages a demonstrated track record (including top‑5% performance for Fund I and a 1.45× TVPI for this fund) to secure LP commitments and deploy capital into seed through early‑series rounds where the firm can become a persistent partner. The vehicle targets companies that are building differentiated and defensible technology in large markets, enabling meaningful value creation by pairing modest early checks with high‑impact operational backing rather than chasing only larger ticket sizes.

Marathon Fund III is the latest €75 million seed-stage fund from Athens-based Marathon Venture Capital. The firm continues its mission to be a “Day One partner” to Greek tech founders, focusing on those building globally competitive companies from the outset. This new vehicle brings Marathon’s total assets under management to €175 million, reflecting the firm’s growing influence in the European venture ecosystem. Marathon’s investment thesis centers on founders addressing complex challenges in significant markets. These challenges often require specialized knowledge, such as advanced research expertise, or navigating regulated and overlooked industries like power grid management. The firm emphasizes capital efficiency and resilience, qualities inherent in the Greek tech community, enabling startups to serve global markets effectively from their inception. The firm has a track record of successful investments, including the acquisition of Augmenta by CNH Industrial for $110 million and a secondary sale of shares in Hack the Box to The Carlyle Group. These exits underscore Marathon's ability to identify and support startups with significant growth potential and global appeal.

Matter Venture Partners has raised a $300 million first fund with a focus on ""hard tech"" investments. The fund aims to invest in companies that contribute to foundational technologies and trends that are built on hard tech. With backing from Kleiner Perkins and Taiwanese chipmaker TSMC, Matter Venture Partners invests at the large seed rounds, Series A and Series B. This venture capital fund focuses on six sectors: semiconductors, robotization, generative AI, manufacturing on-shoring and friend-shoring, energy building blocks, and life science automation. Within these sectors, the fund aims to invest in companies that provide the ""picks and shovels"" for these trends, as well as contribute to new innovations and technologies. Matter Venture Partners is looking to invest in between 15 and 20 companies with the new fund, with a goal to support portfolio companies across several rounds. The firm believes that the oversubscription of the fund is due to the increased realization of the importance of foundational hard tech technologies in today's society. The fund also prides itself on having operating partners, including Mel Tang, who provides expertise in operations, supply chain management, and manufacturing unit economics to support hard tech startups.

Mayfield Select III, also known as Mayfield Spring, is a $375 million venture capital fund launched by Mayfield in May 2023. This fund is designed to invest in Series B rounds, focusing on both follow-on investments in breakout companies from Mayfield's existing portfolio and new opportunities outside of it. The fund aims to support companies that have demonstrated early product-market fit and are poised for significant growth. The fund targets sectors at the intersection of technology and biology, including human-centered AI, the data economy, developer-first technologies, semiconductors, cybersecurity, deeptech, Web3, and human and planetary health. Mayfield's investment philosophy emphasizes a people-first approach, partnering closely with founders to build enduring companies. With Mayfield Select III, the firm continues its tradition of backing visionary entrepreneurs during pivotal growth stages, providing not just capital but also strategic guidance and support. The fund reflects Mayfield's commitment to fostering innovation and addressing some of the most pressing challenges and opportunities in today's rapidly evolving technological landscape.

Menlo Inflection IV, L.P. is a late‑stage venture capital fund managed by Menlo Ventures, legally domiciled in Delaware with operational headquarters in Menlo Park, California. It was launched in 2025 and belongs to Menlo’s Inflection Fund series aimed at bridging early‑stage investing and mega‑growth funding. The fund targets approximately $800 million in capital commitments, as disclosed in SEC filings in early September 2025. Menlo Inflection IV focuses on companies at the 'inflection stage'—high‑momentum startups with growing product‑market fit, efficient unit economics, and a lower risk profile than typical early‑stage ventures. The fund is expected to collaborate closely with Menlo’s early‑stage funds to identify standout late‑stage opportunities. The general partner leadership team includes Venky Ganesan, Shawn Carolan, and Matthew Murphy, reflecting continuity across Menlo’s recent fund strategy.

Menlo Ventures XVII is an early-stage venture capital fund managed by Menlo Ventures, legally domiciled in Delaware and headquartered in Menlo Park, California. Officially formed in August 2025, the fund aims to back early-growth technology startups with long-term disruptive potential. The fund is targeting investments in 30 to 40 companies, typically writing checks between $8 million and $15 million. This capital deployment strategy aligns with Menlo Ventures' mission to support startups from seed through early expansion, providing not just capital, but also strategic and operational guidance. The fund’s general partners include prominent investors such as Venky Ganesan, Shawn Carolan, and Matt Murphy, who are key figures in the Menlo Ventures leadership team. Their combined track record includes successful investments in high-profile companies across multiple sectors. Menlo Ventures XVII is part of the firm’s broader strategy to expand its footprint in areas like artificial intelligence, enterprise software, healthcare, and fintech. The fund continues Menlo’s legacy of identifying and supporting companies positioned to lead their industries through innovation.

Origin Ventures VI is the sixth flagship venture capital vehicle operated by Origin Ventures, built on a 25‑year foundation of early stage investing in compelling, technology‑led startups. The fund closed at approximately $140 million, marking the largest raise in the firm’s history and reflecting strong LP demand across institutional, family office, and individual investor bases. With a forward-looking thesis centered on the “Artificial Intelligence Economy,” Origin Ventures VI will deploy capital into startups working at the intersection of AI and core infrastructure, AI-first software and applications, and frontier technology domains (robotics, advanced materials, space, defense). It seeks founders who are building scalable, defensible platforms that can reshape how humans live, work, and engage with technology. The fund maintains a founder‑centric orientation: beyond capital, Origin offers operating guidance, sector expertise, and access to a cross‑ecosystem network spanning multiple U.S. tech hubs (Chicago, San Francisco, New York, Los Angeles, Salt Lake City, Washington DC). Although the fund is still in deployment, its early portfolio includes investments in hardware, software, energy, logistics, and AI infrastructure—such as Pattern Labs, Swarmbotics AI, Conflixis, Voze, Torus, ClearJet, and others.

Redpoint Ventures X is the tenth early-stage venture fund from San Francisco-based Redpoint Ventures, a firm with over 25 years of track record in backing transformative technology companies. The $650 million fund matches the size of its predecessor, a strong signal of continued support from limited partners in a challenging fundraising climate. Redpoint maintains its conviction in identifying and supporting high-potential startups from their earliest phases of growth. This early-stage strategy is led by managing partners Alex Bard, Satish Dharmaraj, Annie Kadavy, and Erica Brescia, who joined the firm in 2021 after serving as GitHub's COO. The fund will continue to invest in areas where Redpoint has shown strong thesis alignment, including AI infrastructure, developer tools, cloud software, and next-gen enterprise solutions. Recent notable investments include Poolside, Cockroach Labs, and Levelpath. Redpoint Ventures X complements the firm’s broader multi-stage platform, which also includes a $740 million growth fund raised in 2024. With a strong track record of exits — including Next Insurance, Tastemade, and HashiCorp — Redpoint aims to partner with founders building enduring, category-defining businesses in complex and fast-changing markets.

Located in Amstelveen (Netherlands), Revo Capital Fund III is a venture capital fund managed by Revo Capital. Sectors of interest of the fund are: fintech, gaming, information technology, health tech, clean tech, insure tech, DevOps, marketplaces, martech, big data, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence and machine learning sectors. The fund invests in global companies or in companies that have global businesses. Companies must be based in Eastern Europe, Turkey or the Baltics. The fund will aim for a first close of between $50 and $60 million in March, and targets $100 million, with a cap at $150 million. Revo plans to invest in over 25 seed to Series B startups, typically starting with up to $5 million per company and allocating up to $10 million with follow-ons. The firm also carved out a "Seed Pocket" for smaller initial checks of $250,000–500,000 in promising pre-seed and seed-stage startups.

Bosch Ventures, the corporate venture capital arm of the Bosch Group, has announced the launch of its sixth fund, Robert Bosch Venture Capital Fund VI, with a commitment of €250 million (approximately $270 million USD). This fund aims to invest in early-stage and scale-up deep-tech startups worldwide, emphasizing sectors such as artificial intelligence (AI), energy efficiency, automation, climate technology, and quantum computing. The fund's objective is to support companies developing disruptive technologies that align with Bosch's mission to deliver innovation driving sustainable growth and long-term value. Since its establishment in 2007, Bosch Ventures has built a global presence with offices in key technology hubs, including Germany (Stuttgart, Frankfurt), the United States (Boston, Sunnyvale), Israel (Tel Aviv), and China (Shanghai). This global footprint enables the firm to identify and support startups with the potential to transform industries. To date, Bosch Ventures has made over 100 investments in key deep-tech areas, including AI, automation, energy efficiency, semiconductors, and mobility. Beyond capital, Bosch Ventures offers startups access to Bosch's business units through the Open Bosch program, supporting product development and market entry. This initiative fosters co-innovation by connecting startups directly with Bosch’s operating units, offering a unique platform for commercialization and scale. The fund's launch reinforces Bosch's commitment to innovation, even amidst economic uncertainties, by promoting technological progress in business and society.

The Fund is a new dedicated seed‑stage vehicle created by Sequoia Capital to partner with extraordinary founders at the very beginning of their journey. Backed by a $200 million seed‑pool and launching alongside a $750 million Series A vehicle, the fund underscores Sequoia’s pivot to earlier stage investments amid rapidly escalating valuations driven by AI. The firm emphasises backing teams before product‑market fit has been fully proven, helping them build meaningful businesses from day one through hands‑on support, governance, and access to its network of talent, customers and follow‑on capital. With its legacy of early bets in Airbnb, Google, NVIDIA and Stripe, Sequoia views this fund as a means to secure significant ownership and lasting influence in the next generation of category‑defining companies. The geographic scope spans the US and Europe, targeting foundational technology companies across AI, infrastructure, security, e‑commerce and enterprise software.

Seraphim Space is launching its second VC fund, Seraphim Space Ventures II aimed at investing in space tech startups at the seed and Series A stages. The fund is expected to have a global portfolio of 30 startups with investments from major players in the aerospace sector. The space tech market is growing rapidly and is projected to reach $1.8 trillion by 2035, attracting the interest of several funds specializing in the sector. Seraphim Space aims to differentiate itself with a strong track record, having returned three times the original investment from its first fund. The fund's focus areas include AI applications in space data, in-orbit computing, space-enabled communications, and microgravity for scientific research. These investments are aimed at addressing key challenges related to climate change, agriculture, infrastructure, and biopharma. While defense is not highlighted as a specific investment theme, Seraphim Space acknowledges its significance in the space tech industry and sees a bigger market opportunity in commercial applications across various sectors.

Smith Point Capital Fund I is the inaugural venture fund launched by Smith Point Capital, an operator-led investment firm established in 2022 by former Salesforce co-CEO Keith Block, alongside seasoned software executives Burke Norton and Chris Lytle. The fund focuses on growth-stage enterprise software companies, providing both capital and strategic operational support to accelerate their development. With a hard cap of $400 million, the fund has secured commitments from notable investors, including ServiceNow as a strategic partner and anchor investor, as well as The Hillman Company, Solamere Capital, and David A. Tepper. Smith Point Capital leverages its founders' extensive experience in enterprise software to implement proven strategies in revenue growth, innovation, and operations, aiming to build durable, industry-leading businesses. The firm's unique approach includes the Smith Point Precision Advisory Network, comprising senior executives from leading software companies, to provide portfolio companies with hands-on guidance and access to a wealth of industry knowledge and networks. Financial Characteristics of Target Companies: Investment Size: $20 million to $30 million per company Company Stage: High-growth, privately held companies generating revenue EBITDA Multiples: Typically ranging from 8x to 12x for software companies, reflecting high recurring revenue and scalability Valuation Multiples: Revenue multiples for comparable software companies often range between 10x to 12x, depending on growth rates and market position

Spark Capital VIII is an early stage VC fund managed by Spark Capital, out of Boston, Massachusetts. The $770 million fund will invest in early stage companies across a variety of sectors. Spark Capital's portfolio is composed of companies in the following sectors: Crypto & Fintech, AI, Frontier tech, Marketplaces, Enterprise & Consumer. Gunderson Dettmer represented Spark Capital in the formation of Spark Capital VIII.

StepStone Group Inc. has closed its fourth Tactical Growth Fund, STGF IV, with $705 million in capital commitments. The fund drew investments from sovereign wealth funds, public pensions, superannuation funds, funds-of-funds, family offices, and private wealth platforms. STGF IV partners with leading growth equity sponsors to back founder-led businesses in the technology and healthcare sectors. These companies typically operate outside the traditional VC ecosystem and are characterized by rapid topline growth, strong profit margins, capital efficiency, and low leverage. The fund is managed by StepStone’s Venture Capital and Growth Equity Team, which deploys around $5.5 billion annually. STGF IV complements buyout and venture strategies by using a range of approaches such as direct co-investments, continuation vehicles, and secondary transactions.

The super{set} Fund II is an investment fund focused on data+AI company building. With a committed capital in active funds of $176M, this fund specializes in investing in companies at inception. The fund has a serial focus on data+AI startups and has previously founded, funded, and scaled 16 data+AI startups. Their first exit was the acquisition of the leading data collaboration company Habu for $200 million in January 2024. The fund exclusively invests in data+AI companies, with a particular emphasis on the engineering of AI. They specialize in the application of data to help business users unlock growth, streamline operations, and reduce costs. Their companies generate, capture, orchestrate, analyze, and activate data to transform a data source into a data use. The fund's portfolio includes companies that solve market problems via the application of data. Super{set} also places a strong emphasis on company building as a reproducible craft and has accumulated knowledge from multiple startups, which results in stronger outcomes. The fund has a culture of collaboration where each company benefits from shared insights and playbooks to accelerate and de-risk a startup's journey. In terms of their investments, the fund focuses on people rather than pedigree. The co-founders of their invested companies range from home-grown heroes to refugees from Big Tech to veterans of early-stage startups. The fund employs a proprietary method called ""People Memo"" for every hire that allows them to look past pedigree and discern the diamonds in the rough. The fund looks for individuals with an insatiable hunger, gritty perseverance, and demonic intensity to run towards the fire and achieve a successful exit.

TBD VC Fund II is a $35 million early-stage venture capital fund launched by David Citron and Alan Buch, focusing on supporting Israeli deep tech founders. The fund aims to invest in approximately 20 startups, primarily at the pre-seed and seed stages, with initial checks of around $1 million. TBD VC emphasizes a founder-first approach, particularly targeting first-time entrepreneurs building companies in sectors like enterprise AI, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, and software-enabled defense technology. The firm operates with a global perspective, leveraging a network of over 45 venture partners, including senior operators from companies such as GitHub, American Express, Epic Games, and Netflix. This network assists portfolio companies in product development and go-to-market strategies, aiming for rapid commercialization. TBD VC's investment philosophy centers on backing deeply technical founders from day one, focusing on long-term value creation over short-term trends. Beyond financial returns, TBD VC is committed to social impact. A portion of the fund's profits is dedicated to supporting organizations that help discharged Israeli soldiers transition into tech careers, reflecting the founders' personal experiences and dedication to national resilience.

Tiger Global PIP Fund XVI, located in New York, is an early-stage venture capital fund managed by Tiger Global Management. The fund targets to invest in the artificial intelligence, machine learning, software, consumer and fintech sectors globally. Previous funds of Tiger Global Management have invested in hundreds of companies across more than 30 countries. According to sources,Tiger Global has raised $2.2 billion for Tiger Global PIP Fund XVI. Tiger Global started raising for its 16th fund in October 2022 and had received commitments of about $2 billion by the middle of last year. But it only received further commitments of just $200mn in last months.

Touring Capital Fund I is a first institutional commitment to support the next generation of AI-powered software companies at the early-growth stage. With total capital of $330 million, the fund seeks to lead checks into B2B SaaS enterprises that have established product–market fit and are ready to scale. It bets on founders who leverage AI to improve real workflows, emphasize measurable ROI, and build defensible data moats. The team draws heavily on prior operating and venture experience (SoftBank Vision Fund II, M12, Qualcomm Ventures) to act as hands-on partners, combining deep networks with domain insight. The investment approach is conviction‑driven: fewer but concentrated bets, strong alignment with founders, and selective follow-on support. To date, the portfolio includes ~12 companies, with multiple up‑rounds and at least one exit (SafeBase acquired by Drata) as early validation of the thesis. The fund intends to back 18‑20 companies overall, mostly in the U.S. but with attention to Europe, India, and Australia as supplementary geographies. In execution, Touring Capital seeks to differentiate itself by combining AI / algorithmic sourcing tools (e.g. internal screening pipelines) with founder empathy and domain diligence, rather than chasing hype in foundational models.

Town Hall Ventures IV is the fourth flagship fund from Town Hall Ventures, a mission‑oriented venture firm focused on transforming healthcare delivery in underserved U.S. communities. With a capital target in the hundreds of millions, THV IV seeks to extend the firm’s track record of backing AI‑driven, technology‑enabled care models that reduce cost, improve outcomes, and expand access. This fund builds on Town Hall’s deep roots in both policy and healthcare systems, leveraging the firm’s relationships with payers, health systems, and public agencies to accelerate go-to-market execution for portfolio companies. THV IV allocates capital across stages, deploying initial investments but retaining optionality for follow-on support, enabling companies to scale over multiple rounds. The fund targets startups that marry mission and scale — companies that can serve large, diverse patient populations while maintaining cost discipline and strong unit economics. THV IV investors will look for management teams that understand the complexity of Medicaid, Medicare, social determinants of health, and care delivery in fragmented geographies. In execution, Town Hall Ventures IV will seek to invest in 20‑40 companies over its lifecycle, with average initial investments in the $3M to $30M range. The fund will emphasize sectors such as AI for clinical automation, value‑based provider platforms, home-based care, mental health, and payer enablement — always with a lens toward equity, cost reduction, and access.

Uncork Plus IV is a $75 million opportunity fund launched by Uncork Capital to support the continued growth of standout companies within its existing portfolio. As the fourth vehicle in the Plus series, this fund enables Uncork to maintain long-term partnerships with its most promising startups as they scale beyond the seed stage. While Uncork’s core funds focus on initial investments at the seed level, Plus IV is designed to participate in later-stage financings—typically Series B and beyond—providing flexible, follow-on capital to companies reaching significant inflection points. This approach allows Uncork to deepen its exposure to its highest-performing investments and help them capitalize on major growth opportunities. Uncork Plus IV primarily targets sectors aligned with the firm’s seed strategy, including B2B software, AI, SaaS, infrastructure, and other transformative technology areas. The fund’s capital is exclusively allocated to companies that Uncork has already backed, reflecting deep conviction and continuity in the firm’s investment philosophy. By pairing Uncork VIII with Plus IV, the firm enhances its ability to not only identify and nurture early-stage winners but also to stay involved throughout their journey to category leadership and exit.

Uncork VIII is the $225 million eighth seed-stage fund raised by Uncork Capital, a veteran venture capital firm based in San Francisco. This fund represents a continuation of Uncork’s high-conviction strategy of investing early in exceptional founders building the next generation of transformative technology companies. With Uncork VIII, the firm plans to lead approximately 35 seed rounds, writing larger initial checks than in previous funds. The goal is to secure higher ownership stakes and provide more meaningful early support to startups. This approach reflects Uncork’s belief in deep engagement with portfolio companies from the earliest stages of their growth journey. The fund targets high-potential startups in sectors such as B2B software, developer tools, infrastructure, SaaS, artificial intelligence, and frontier technologies. Uncork aims to be the first institutional check into these companies, helping them scale with strategic guidance and access to its extensive network. Uncork VIII continues the firm’s tradition of being an early backer of industry-defining companies like Postmates, Fitbit, Poshmark, and Eventbrite. With this new fund, Uncork seeks to identify and support the next wave of standout entrepreneurs solving hard problems through software and data-driven innovation.

The Wellington Climate Innovation Fund seeks to invest in private companies developing solutions to help mitigate and adapt to climate change. The Fund targets late-venture and early-growth companies that are developing tech-enabled solutions such as software, software-enabled hardware, sensors, AI, data and analytics. These solutions are focused on areas including energy transition, sustainable buildings and cities, transportation and mobility, industrial automation, enterprise digitization, sustainable consumer, and food and agriculture innovation. The fund is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The Fund’s client base is broadly diversified and includes sovereign wealth funds, pensions, insurance companies, banks, family offices, and high-net-worth individuals. The Fund seeks to generate attractive returns for its investors while addressing the existential threat of climate change. The fund closed with US$385 million in commitments. The Fund is managed by Greg Wasserman and the CIF investment team, who have extensive experience investing in climate solutions. The team leverages Wellington’s broader investment, research, and sustainability capabilities in public and private markets, along with a research collaboration with leading climate change research institute, Woodwell Climate Research Center.

Wyld VC, founded by Saudi investor Tala Hasan Al-Jabri, has launched a $50 million early-stage venture capital fund, marking the first AI-native VC fund to emerge from the MENA region. The fund aims to support "Wyld minds"—founders advancing the frontiers of artificial intelligence and shaping the next wave of the human experience. The fund focuses on AI middleware and applications, sectors poised to drive transformation across industries. Wyld VC seeks to bridge the region's AI talent gap by investing in areas with the most transformative potential. Backed by the family office of Lawrence E. Golub, Wyld VC plans to establish offices in the UAE and Silicon Valley, fostering collaboration between Gulf nations and the U.S. to accelerate AI development.