In the evolving landscape of European technology investment, venture capital firms are driving the next wave of innovation. VCs are nurturing and supporting their portfolio companies as they grow. Beyond just providing funds, venture capital firms offer a powerful network of experts, tech companies, and financial institutions, propelling their portfolio companies towards transformative growth. In this article, we'll dive into the most successful VC funds that are actively investing in FinTech solutions and have achived an impressive track record, with a history of successful exits.
Finch Capital
Geography: Europe
Preferred Industries: Payments, Regulatory & ESG Software, Business Applications (Back & Middle Office SaaS, Productivity Software and Accounting, HR & Tax), Real Estate Technology, Insurance (Life, P&C and Health), and Banking & Asset Management
Investment ticket: €2M - €50M
Company stage: Series A, Series B
Finch Capital, based in Amsterdam, operates internationally throughout Europe. With an emphasis on the FinTech sector, Finch Capital offers support in assisting portfolio companies in establishing new business partnerships, helping recruit skilled team members to drive growth and making strategic decisions, as well as facilitating connections with a global network of experts, technology firms, and financial institutions. Finch Capital maintains a record of 71 investments, actively supporting startups in the financial technology sector. Finch Capital’s FinTech exits include Twisto and Trussle.
Fly Ventures
Geography: Europe
Preferred Industries: Agnostic
Investment ticket: €500K – €1.3M
Company stage: Pre-Seed - Seed
Fly Ventures is a team of engineers, product designers, and investors uniquely positioned to assist founders in constructing technologically outstanding businesses with global aspirations. Operating out of Berlin, Fly Ventures focuses on vertical sectors including finance, HR and recruiting, mobility, and health. Their portfolio companies include Bloomsbury (acquired by Meta) and Finiata. Their investment range spans from day-zero to seed, supporting founders from all across Europe. They've embarked on the zero-to-one journey with portfolio companies that have garnered over $1 billion in follow-on funding from some of the world's premier VCs. Their backed FinTechs such as Salve (Estonian anti-money laundering platform) and Candis (AI-driven platform empowers SMEs to automate financial processes).
Playfair Capital
Geography: UK & Europe
Preferred Industries: Agnostic (as long as there is a technology element)
Investment ticket: €100K - €1.5M
Company stage: Early Stage, Seed
Playfair Capital, based in London, has been assisting entrepreneurs in building technology businesses since 2013. They invest early and enthusiastically in founding teams, sharing with them a deep and extensive experience in operating and scaling businesses, talent acquisition, and navigating towards the next stage of their journey. Playfair invests across the UK and Europe, adopting an intentionally high conviction, low-volume strategy, making 6-8 investments annually. This approach allows them to conserve time, capital, and resources to provide robust support to companies after investment. Playfair Capital has successfully raised a total of $132 million, with 7 exits, including 2 FinTechs (CryptoFacilities, acasa) and 3 unicorns (Stripe, ThoughtMaching, Andela) in its portfolio.
SeedCamp
Geography: Europe
Preferred Industries: Agnostic
Investment ticket: €300K- €900K
Company stage: Early Stage, Seed
Headquartered in London, Seedcamp boasts a track record of investing in early-stage startups. Their portfolio showcases companies like Wise, Revolut, Hopin, Sorare, Pleo, wefox, Grover, and viz.ai. Seedcamp offers supportive services, including mentorship, office facilities, and access to an extensive network of industry experts. The Seedcamp portfolio encompasses over 544 startups with 59 exits, including 6 FinTech startups.
Balderton
Geography: Global
Preferred Industries: Agnostic
Investment ticket: €100K - €17M
Company stage: Early Stage, Seed, Late Stage
London based Balderton Capital empowers founders across all stages, offering expertise, networking opportunities, and community events. With a history of $4.4B raised, their influence spans 397 investments and 78 exits. Balderton's versatile approach covers a wide investment range and sectors, fostering visionary startups from inception to growth. Their success stories include Tictail and Revolut.
Creandum
Geography: Europe, USA
Preferred Industries: Agnostic
Investment ticket: €200k - €10M
Company stage: Early Stage, Seed, Late Stage
Creandum is an early-stage VC with a portfolio spanning industries, that includes successes like Spotify, iZettle, Klarna, and Kahoot! Operating from Stockholm, Berlin, London, and San Francisco, Creandum has raised over $1.3B. With 232 investments and 38 exits, their impact is far-reaching. Creandum is still awaiting its first FinTechs exits, while backing 14 FinTechs as lead investors, including companies such as Payosu (push-payment solution) and Swan (platform allowing to embed banking features into any digital product).
Global Founders Capital
Geography: Global
Preferred Industries: Agnostic
Investment ticket: Undisclosed
Company stage: Early Stage, Seed, Late Stage
Global Founders Capital (GFC), based in Berlin, is a globally oriented VC that empowers startups from pre-seed to IPO stages, focusing on sectors like Software, Retail and FinTech. GFC has 78 exits in their portfolio, including Meta, Archer, and Slack. GFC backed FinTechs such as Telda (a consumer money app) or Virgil (financial solution to assist individuals in home purchases).
Index Ventures
Geography: Global
Preferred Industries: Software, E-Commerce, FinTech and more
Investment ticket: Undisclosed
Company stage: Early Stage, Seed, Late Stage
Index Ventures, headquartered in London, San Francisco, and Geneva spans 1,101 investments in companies like Adyen, Deliveroo, and Dropbox. Their 241 exits include Roblox and Figma. Offering strategic guidance and global connections, Index Ventures supports innovation across Software, E-Commerce, and more. When it comes to FinTechs, Index Ventures backed 26 startups from Europe alone, including companies such as Revoult, Wise or iZettle.
Kima Ventures
Geography: Europe
Preferred Industries: Software, E-Commerce, FinTech and more
Investment ticket: Undisclosed
Company stage: Seed - Series A
Kima Ventures, operating primarily from Paris, is known for its global early-stage investments. With 726 investments, their portfolio spans industries like Software and FinTech. Kima Ventures invests in startups aged 2-3 years, favouring rounds with 3-4 participants. Their exits include startups like Wise and Railsr. The fund has backed over 400 startups across 24 countries.
Point Nine
Geography: Global
Preferred Industries: B2B SaaS and B2B marketplace
Investment ticket: €500k - €5M
Company stage: Seed
Point Nine Capital, based in Berlin, is a VC specializing in early-stage internet investments. They prioritize B2B SaaS and marketplaces, supporting startups since 2008, including Algolia, Chainalysis, and Zendesk. Focused on "v0.9" seed-stage, they invest €500k - €5M, committing also to Series A if involved in seed. Operating globally, they've enabled success for seed-funded startups, reaching €100M+ ARR. Point Nine’s exits include Delivery Hero and Fyber.
LocalGlobe
Geography: Global
Preferred Industries: Software and AI
Investment ticket: €5M - €10M
Company stage: All stages
LocalGlobe, based in the UK, focuses on seed and impact investments. Based in London, they excel in nurturing startups in Software and AI. Their diverse portfolio includes successful ventures like Robinhood and TransferWise. They favor startups aged 2-3 years, with investments typically ranging from €5M - €10M. Their exits include FinTech companies such as Wise, BillGuard, and FreeAgent.
HV Capital
Geography: Europe
Preferred Industries: Agnostic
Investment ticket: €500K - €50M
Company stage: Early Stage, Seed, Late Stage
HV Capital, based in Munich and Berlin, is an early-stage and growth investor in Europe. Their funds amounted to €1.7B, enabling support ranging from €500K to €50M and making it possible to be present across different stages of growth. The fund backed around 200 companies including Zalando and Delivery Hero. Their exits include FinTech companies such as Penta and Zeitgold.
Lakestar
Geography: Europe
Preferred Industries: Fintech, Healthcare, Climate Tech, Deep tech, Software, GameTech
Investment ticket: Undisclosed
Company stage: Early Stage, Seed, Late Stage
Lakestar supported early giants like Skype, Spotify, Facebook, and Airbnb. Managing over €1B across three early-stage funds and a recent growth fund, Lakestar's influence spans Berlin, Zurich, and London. Lakestar’s portfolio includes Opendoor, Oscar, and Revolut.
Anthemis
Geography: Global
Preferred Industries: FinTech, Analytics
Investment ticket: Undisclosed
Company stage: All stages
Anthemis Group created a global portfolio of digitally native financial services companies. They invest at all growth stages, from pre-seed to IPO, with a focus on FinTech and Analytics, backing startups with varying founder numbers. Their portfolio includes successes like Atom Bank, Quantopian, and Metamarkets, with 242 investments and 23 exits. Anthemis has raised €1.2B, securing €700M.
Augmentum
Geography: UK, Europe
Preferred Industries: FinTech
Investment ticket: €3M - €10M
Company stage: Series A, Series B
Augmentum Capital is a Venture Capital fund focused on nurturing high-potential FinTech companies across Europe. Founded by Tim Levene and Richard Matthews, the fund prioritizes Series A and Series B investments, bridging the funding gap in post-seed venture capital. Augmentum ensures patient capital support for long-term growth. The Fund stands as the sole publicly listed investment firm in the UK. Its portfolio includes Zopa, Interactive Investor, Seedrs, and Bullion Vault.
Cavalry Venture
Geography: Europe
Preferred Industries: Software businesses
Investment ticket: €500k - €4M
Company stage: Pre-seed, Seed
Cavalry Venture, based in Berlin, is a forward-looking early-stage VC. With three funds totaling €262M, they've demonstrated success through 80 investments and 3 exits. Cavalry excels in leading pre-seed and seed rounds, focusing on software businesses, including FinTech. Their portfolio companies obtain Series A follow-on investments from leading global funds like Accel, Index, Sequoia, and Benchmark.
Dawn Capital
Geography: Europe
Preferred Industries: FinTech, Data & Analytics, DevOps & Infrastructure, Future of Work, Security & Privacy
Investment ticket: Undisclosed
Company stage: Seed, Series A and B
Dawn Capital is an early-stage VC fund based in London, supporting the potential leaders of the global software landscape. The fund is focused on critical sectors including Data & Analytics, DevOps & Infrastructure, FinTech, Future of Work, and Security & Privacy. Dawn Capital’s portfolio encompasses a substantial 121 investments, including Mimecast (formerly NASDAQ-listed, taken private by Permira in a $5.8bn transaction), Collibra, iZettle (acquired by PayPal), and Tink (acquired by Visa for $2.0bn).
DvH Ventures
Geography: Europe
Preferred Industries: Digital Health, Education, FinTech
Investment ticket: €500K - €2M
Company stage: Early Stage
DvH Ventures also recognized as Dieter von Holtzbrinck Ventures, operates from Cologne and Vienna. Its mission centres on cultivating investment clusters within sectors like Digital Health, Education, and FinTech. DvH Ventures directed its investments towards publishing-related digital business models such as Handelsblatt, Tagesspiegel, DIE ZEIT, and others. As the landscape evolved, DvH Ventures expanded its scope and now orchestrates two independent early-stage investment funds. That enabled the firm to curate a successful FinTech portfolio, featuring, among others, LIQID, Hypatos, and Nect. A distinct feature of DvH Ventures is their exclusive media-for-equity program, forging partnerships with brands like Handelsblatt, WirtschaftsWoche, DIE ZEIT, and Apotheken Umschau.
NFT Ventures
Geography: Europe
Preferred Industries: Fintech
Investment ticket: Undisclosed
Company stage: Seed, Series A, Series B
NFT Ventures, founded in Stockholm, is a fintech-focused VC. They back fintech startups from eed to later stages, concentrating on Northern Europe, including Nordic countries, the UK, Germany, and Benelux. With 52 investments and exits like Wrapp and Credit Kudos, they've been a key player in the Nordic fintech scene.
Velocity Capital Fintech Ventures
Geography: EMEA
Preferred Industries: Fintech
Investment ticket: Undisclosed
Company stage: Early Stage Venture, Late Stage Venture
Specializing in fintech investments, Velocity Capital Fintech Ventures boasts a portfolio of 30 ventures, featuring investments in companies like Yoco and Mines. Velocity Capital has raised a total of €218.6M across 2 funds. Their exits include Twisto and FiveDegrees.
Cavalry Ventures
Geography: Europe
Preferred Industries: Fintech
Investment ticket: €500k – €1.5M
Company stage: Seed, Series A
Cavalry Ventures, founded in 2016 in Germany, is an early-stage venture capital firm with €100M in assets. They seek out visionary European software startups that challenge norms and aspire to make a significant impact in large markets. The fund, led by experienced founders, typically invests €500k to €1.5M in companies aged 2-3 years. Their diverse portfolio includes successes like FreightHub and Buying Show, focusing on Information Technology and Shipping sectors. Cavalry Ventures collaborates with co-investors like DN Capital and Cherry Ventures in rounds with 4-5 participants to support innovative startups and foster tech innovation across Europe.
Change Ventures
Geography: Baltics
Preferred Industries: Fintech
Investment ticket: €100k – €500k
Company stage: Pre-seed, Seed
Based in Estonia, Change Ventures is a venture capital firm specialising in pre-seed, seed, and follow-on capital investments ranging from €100k to €500k. With 45 years of combined operating experience, they prioritize ambitious Baltic founders, helping them achieve global success. Change Ventures offers a founder-friendly investment process and provides extensive post-investment support, including access to a network of over 700 follow-on and co-investors worldwide. Their portfolio includes startups like Monetizr, Formaloo, and Modash, showcasing their dedication to fostering innovation in the Baltic region.
Dieter von Holtzbrinck Ventures
Geography: Europe
Preferred Industries: Fintech
Investment ticket: €500k – €2M
Company stage: Pre-seed, Seed
Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Munich, Germany, Dieter von Holtzbrinck Ventures (DvH Ventures) is a prominent early-stage investor in Europe. With a €710M fund (as of May 2023) and a portfolio of unicorns like SumUp and JOKR, they are known for their active support beyond capital. DvH Ventures offers management expertise, an international investor network, and an exclusive media-for-equity program. Led by a dedicated team based in Cologne, they continue to drive innovation and growth across various sectors in the European startup ecosystem.
DN Capital
Geography: UK
Preferred Industries: Fintech, SaaS
Investment ticket: up to €20M
Company stage: Seed, Series A
Founded in 2000 and based in Menlo Park, DN Capital is a well-known global venture capital firm, with a track record of 40 exits and three IPOs. DN Capital has established itself as a global early-stage and growth capital investor, targeting Seed, Series A, and select Series B investments. Their diverse portfolio includes companies like Auto1 Group, Raisin, and SHIFT. The fund typically invests in startups that are 2-3 years old, engaging in 7-12 investment rounds annually.
Earlybird Venture Capital
Geography: Europe
Preferred Industries: Fintech
Investment ticket: €500k - €10M
Company stage: Seed, Series A, Series B
Founded in 1997 and based in Berlin, Earlybird Venture Capital manages €1.5B in assets. They invest in startups across all stages, offering €500k to €10M. With a diverse portfolio, they've achieved 7 IPOs and 30 trade sales. Earlybird actively addresses environmental issues and collaborates with co-investors like Global Founders Capital. Their track record includes successful investments in UiPath and N26.
Illuminate Financial
Geography: UK
Preferred Industries: Fintech
Investment ticket: €200k - €1.5M
Company stage: Seed, Series A
Founded in 2014 and based in London, United Kingdom, Illuminate Financial is a renowned venture capital firm specializing in early-stage investments. They support startups, particularly in FinTech, by leveraging their industry networks. While they have no strict founder preferences, they typically invest in startups aged 2-3 years. Notable portfolio companies include Privitar and Genesis Global Solutions. Illuminate Financial's consistent activity, with 2-6 deals per year, showcases their commitment to nurturing financial innovation.
LBBW Venture Capital
Geography: Europe, DACH region
Preferred Industries: Fintech, Life Science, HealthTech
Investment ticket: €500k - €5M
Company stage: Series A, Series B
Based in Germany, LBBW Venture Capital specializes in late seed, Series A, or Series B investments within the DACH region. With a history of backing 41 companies, including 2 unicorns, the fund seeks opportunities in high-tech and disruptive innovations. They prioritize exceptional entrepreneurs and provide growth support in sectors like DeepTech, B2B, EnterpriseTech, FinTech, and Life Science/HealthTech, offering initial investments ranging from €500k to €5M. While their annual deal count is modest, they focus on investments in the €5M to €10M range. The fund's leadership comprises three key members, and they often co-invest with partners like High-Tech Gründerfonds, Bayern Kapital GmbH, and Logan Capital AG.
Mouro Capital
Geography: Europe, North America, Latin America
Preferred Industries: Fintech
Investment ticket: up to €15M
Company stage: Series A, Series B
Mouro Capital, based in Spain, is a venture capital firm with $400M in assets, supporting from early to growth-stage startups that are reshaping financial services across Europe, North America, and Latin America. They adapt their investment approach to each opportunity, focusing on visionary founders who aim to redefine the industry. With a track record of success and a portfolio that includes iZettle and Kabbage, Mouro Capital plays a pivotal role in advancing financial innovation.
NBS Ventures
Geography: Europe
Preferred Industries: Fintech
Investment ticket: Undisclosed
Company stage: Seed, Series A, Series B
Based in London and Swindon, NBS Ventures invests globally in early-stage companies at the Seed and Series B stages. Their focus is on passionate teams developing solutions that benefit Nationwide's members and society as a whole. They've committed to promoting fintech growth through the Fintech Pledge and have already invested in 11 businesses since their launch in June 2018.
Rabo Frontier Ventures
Geography: Netherlands
Preferred Industries: Fintech, AgTech
Investment ticket: Undisclosed
Company stage: Seed, Series A, Series B
RFV is a global investment fund based in the Netherlands with €150M in assets. They support ambitious entrepreneurs aligning with Rabobank's strategy, particularly in FinTech and AgTech. While they invest worldwide, their frequent investments are not in their home country. RFV collaborates closely with startups to build sustainable models in a rapidly changing world. Successful portfolio companies include Tide and ProducePay, with a focus on Information Technology and Mobile Apps. Their investment activity has been consistent, primarily participating in rounds of €10M to €50M alongside 2-3 co-investors like Augmentum Fintech, Seedcamp, and Passion Capital.
Speedinvest
Geography: Europe
Preferred Industries: Fintech, Crypto, ClimateTech, SaaS, HealthTech
Investment ticket: €250k - €4M
Company stage: Seed, Series A, Series B
With €1B in assets, Speedinvest supports founders at all stages, offering tailored, game-changing support. They have a diverse team of 40+ investors across Europe and an in-house team of experts covering growth marketing, HR, business development, and networking. They focus on seed, Series A, and Series B stages, with investments ranging from €250k to €4M. Speedinvest's sector expertise spans Deep Tech, Fintech, Health & TechBio, Climate Tech & Industrial Tech, Marketplaces & Consumer, and SaaS & Infra. They have a strong European presence, empowering founders worldwide.
VR Ventures
Geography: Europe
Preferred Industries: FinTech, PropTech, B2B SaaS
Investment ticket: €500k - €2M
Company stage: Seed, Series A
Based in Germany, VR Ventures specializes in nurturing startups in the financial services and real estate sectors, with a focus on FinTech, PropTech, and B2B SaaS solutions. They target early-stage startups (late seed, Series A, Series B) in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, with initial investments ranging from €0.5M to €2M. VR Ventures leverages its industry expertise and network to empower startups for substantial growth and value creation in the realms of FinTech and PropTech.
Credo Ventures
Geography: CEE, USA
Preferred Industries: FinTech, HealthTech
Investment ticket: Undisclosed
Company stage: Pre-seed, Seed, Series A
Credo Ventures, founded in 2009 in the Czech Republic, is a venture capital firm specializing in early-stage investments in Central Europe, primarily in IT, Internet, and health sectors. They aim to identify and support promising companies in the region, helping them grow globally. Credo Ventures has a diverse portfolio, including companies like UiPath, SEGRON, and GAMEE. They've been actively investing, with notable exits in 2017, and often participate in deals ranging from $5M to $10M. They typically invest in rounds with 2-3 other investors and have a presence both in Central Europe and the United States.
Iron Wolf Capital
Geography: Baltics
Preferred Industries: AI, IoT, SaaS, Deeptech, Fintech, and Marketplaces
Investment ticket: €250k - €2M
Company stage: Pre-seed, Seed, Series A
Iron Wolf Capital, based in Vilnius and London, is a seed-stage venture capital fund from the Baltics that invests in startups with a global mindset focused on disruptive technologies. They back smart individuals with innovative ideas and global ambitions, primarily in sectors like AI, IoT, SaaS, Deeptech, Fintech, and Marketplaces. With a hands-on approach and a network spanning many continents, Iron Wolf Capital supports startup teams in achieving international success. Their investment typically ranges from €250k to €2M, and they prioritize Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) matters in their reporting, following Invest Europe guidelines. They are also members of industry associations in Lithuania and Estonia.
VentureFriends
Geography: Europe
Preferred Industries: Proptech, Fintech, Marketplaces, Travel
Investment ticket: €500k - €2M
Company stage: Pre-seed, Seed, Series A
VentureFriends, founded in 2016 and based in Athens, Greece, is a venture capital firm that focuses on seed and early-stage investments. They invest in a range of sectors, including business products and services, consumer services, proptech, fintech, marketplaces, travel, and software. The fund has a particular interest in Greek startups, typically investing in companies that are 2-3 years old. Some of their notable portfolio startups include AdEspresso, accusonus, and Douleutaras. VentureFriends has a history of active investment activity, with a preference for rounds involving 2-3 participants. They have achieved a higher-than-average exit rate and often participate in deals ranging from $1M to $5M.
UNIQA Ventures
Geography: Europe
Preferred Industries: FinTech, InsurTech, Digital Health, and Mobility
Investment ticket: €500k - €5M
Company stage: Pre-seed, See
UNIQA Ventures, established in 2016 as the venture capital arm of UNIQA Insurance Group, is a return-focused financial investor specializing in tech startups. They primarily invest in FinTech, InsurTech, Digital Health, and Mobility sectors at Series A and beyond stages, focusing on European markets, including CEE. With an initial investment range of EUR 0.5M to 5M and a commitment to follow-on investments, they offer deep industry knowledge and a strong network, supported by UNIQA Insurance Group.
Insta Ventures
Geography: Europe
Preferred Industries: SaaS, B2B/B2B2C, marketplaces, enterprise software, mobile apps, AdTech/MarTech, FinTech, AI/ML/DL, AR/VR, DevOps/Cloud, EdTech, and blockchain.
Investment ticket: €100k - €500k
Company stage: Seed, Series A
Insta Ventures: Cyprus-based VC firm founded in 2019. Specializes in early-stage IT tech startups, investing $100K-$500K in seed, late seed, or pre-Series A stages. Supports startups with marketing, sales, and prep for future rounds. Welcomes co-investments and focuses on passionate teams with global market potential, revenue growth, and clear exit strategies. Interests include SaaS, B2B/B2B2C, marketplaces, enterprise software, mobile apps, AdTech/MarTech, FinTech, AI/ML/DL, AR/VR, DevOps/Cloud, EdTech, and blockchain. Global investment focus with a Nordics and Baltics emphasis. Swift investment decisions within 1-2 months. Prioritizes communication and support for startups.
Eleven Ventures
Geography: Southeast Europe
Preferred Industries: Fintech, Healthcare, Future of Work, Future of Food, and Ecomtech.
Investment ticket: Undisclosed
Company stage: Pre-seed, Seed
Eleven Ventures is an early-stage VC firm based in Sofia, Bulgaria with a history of investing in startups since 2012. With over 150 investments in a decade, Eleven has played a vital role in fostering the regional startup ecosystem. The firm focuses on supporting tech companies in five key verticals: Fintech, Healthcare, Future of Work, Future of Food, and Ecomtech. Notable startups in their portfolio include Payhawk, Gtmhub, Dronamics, SMSBump, Kanbanize, and Nitropack
Zaka VC
Geography: Europe
Preferred Industries: B2B SaaS, FinTech, DeepTech, AI, BioTech, Marketplace, HR Tech, PropTech, AdTech, E-commerce, and Mobility Tech
Investment ticket: €20K - €300K
Company stage: Pre-seed, Seed
ZAKA VC is a family office with a focus on pre-seed and seed investments throughout the European Union. Operating from Prague and Bratislava, they invest in various sectors, including B2B SaaS, FinTech, DeepTech, AI, BioTech, Marketplace, HR Tech, PropTech, AdTech, E-commerce, and Mobility Tech at the early stage with MVP, proof of concept, and early traction. Founded in 2019 ZAKA VC has a presence in multiple European countries, including Czechia, Serbia, Germany, Slovakia, Slovenia, Bulgaria, and Austria, with offices in Prague, Belgrade, Berlin, Bratislava, Ljubljana, Varna, and Vienna. They have made 20 investments to date, with notable investments in companies like Readmio, GitGut, and Storybox.
Molten Ventures
Geography: Europe
Preferred Industries: FinTech
Investment ticket: Undisclosed
Company stage: Series A
Molten Ventures, formerly known as Draper Esprit, is a highly active venture capital firm in Europe that focuses on developing and investing in disruptive, high-growth technology companies. They are dedicated to supporting visionary tech entrepreneurs from Series A funding rounds and beyond, providing patient capital, access to international networks, and leveraging their decades of experience in building businesses. Molten Ventures has a diverse portfolio of companies, including well-known names like Revolut, UiPath, Trustpilot, Ledger, and Graphcore.
Presto Ventures
Geography: Europe, CEE, USA
Preferred Industries: FinTech, B2B
Investment ticket: up to €3M
Company stage: Pre-seed, Seed, Series A
Presto Ventures is a Prague-based investment company that empowers talented startup founders in the Central and Eastern European (CEE) region. They specialize in seed-stage investments, typically up to €3M, and occasionally participate in pre-seed/angel rounds. Presto Ventures focuses on B2B tech startups with strong technological foundations and global market potential. Their network, built by founders for founders, offers support in critical areas like sales, marketing, and hiring. The firm is backed by successful entrepreneurs, exited tech founders, and family offices, providing valuable networks and opportunities. Presto Ventures has the expertise and connections to help founders prepare for follow-up rounds in Western Europe and the US, emphasizing the importance of empowering talent for rapid progress.
Portfolion VC
Geography: CEE
Preferred Industries: Agnostic
Investment ticket: Undisclosed
Company stage: Pre-seed, Seed, Series A, Series B and Series C
Portfolion VC, based in Hungary, active since 2010, is a long-term partner for founders seeking to create significant impact. Their multi-stage fund structure allows flexible support from early stages (Pre-Seed, Seed, and Series A) to growth stages (Series B and Series C). They focus on digital Central and Eastern European (CEE) enterprises with B2B solutions and a global vision, with additional interests in agriculture and food processing. Their AUM totals €250M across multiple funds.
J&T Ventures
Geography: Europe, CEE, USA
Preferred Industries: Fintech, energy, retail, agriculture, IT, big data, education, healthcare
Investment ticket: €500k - €2.5M
Company stage: Pre-seed, Seed, Series A
J&T Ventures, founded in 2014 and based in Prague, Czech Republic, is an early-stage venture capital firm with an AUM of €50M. They focus on investing in startups from the Central and Southeastern European (CEE and SEE) region, primarily in the seed stage with proven product-market fit. Their investment ticket size ranges from €500k to €2.5M, their interests span various sectors, including transport, energy, retail, agriculture, IT, big data, fintech, education, healthcare, and internet technologies. The fund typically participates in rounds with 1-2 other investors and targets startups that are 2-3 years old. While they have no specific location preference for their investments, they often fund companies in the United States. Notable portfolio startups include 720 Degrees and Neuron Soundware.
SATUS Starter
Geography: CEE
Preferred Industries: FinTech, AI & Big Data, SaaS, AR & VR, Industry 4.0, blockchain, cybersecurity, marketplaces.
Investment ticket: €100k - €1M
Company stage: Pre-seed, Seed, Series A
SATUS Starter is a venture capital firm with a 15-year track record, making it one of the oldest VCs in Poland. They specialise in investing in early-stage companies and have raised €45M in capital to date across seven funds. SATUS Starter focuses on seed and series A investments ranging from €100k to €1M in Central and Eastern Europe. Their investment interests span various technology sectors, including AI & Big Data, SaaS, AR & VR, Industry 4.0, FinTech, blockchain, cybersecurity, and marketplaces. With a portfolio of 104 startups, SATUS Starter leverages its unique entrepreneurship experience to empower extraordinary technology founders.
Lead Ventures
Geography: CEE
Preferred Industries: Agnostic
Investment ticket: from €2M
Company stage: Seed, Series A
Lead Ventures is a venture capital firm founded in 2017 in Budapest, Hungary. They specialize in financing growth-stage companies in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE). The firm typically invests over €2M in capital-intensive scale-ups that have already received seed funding. Lead Ventures seeks dynamic teams with unique stories, strong growth potential, and proven market solutions. They often participate in investment rounds with 1-2 other investors and focus on software and social media marketing sectors. The fund has a track record of successful investments, including companies like Neticle, GA Drilling, and Neuron Soundware, and operates across the CEE region.
Movens Capital
Geography: Europe, USA
Preferred Industries: AI, fintech, SaaS, marketplaces, and deep tech & industry 4.0
Investment ticket: Undisclosed
Company stage: Seed, Series A
Movens Capital is a venture capital firm that manages funds to support tech companies in European and US markets, primarily focusing on seed and series A rounds. They invest in various sectors, including AI, fintech, SaaS, marketplaces, and deep tech & industry 4.0. The firm operates two funds, one dedicated to Polish and Central and Eastern European (CEE) tech companies looking to scale in US and European markets. Movens Capital also offers pricing and revenue management solutions through Movens Advisory.
Elevator Ventures
Geography: CEE
Preferred Industries: FinTech
Investment ticket: up to €3M
Company stage: Seed, Series A
Elevator Ventures is the Corporate Venture Capital arm of Raiffeisen Bank International (RBI), focused on fintech and related technologies in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE). They support early-stage and growth-stage fintech startups in the CEE region, providing financial resources, industry expertise, and access to RBI Group's network for scaling across the dynamic CEE market and beyond. Their investment range includes late seed, Series A, and early Series B rounds, with ticket sizes of up to €3M and a target stake of up to 25%.
OTB Ventures
Geography: Europe
Preferred Industries: SpaceTech, AI & Automation, FinTech, and Cybersecurity
Investment ticket: €1M - €15M
Company stage: Seed, Series A, Series B
OTB Ventures, based in Amsterdam, is considered to be a top European VC specialising in DeepTech, focusing on early growth-stage startups in SpaceTech, AI & Automation, FinTech, and Cybersecurity. Founded in 2017, it's the largest VC originating from Central and Eastern Europe (CEE), managing over $300M. They invest between €1M and €15M, seeking a meaningful minority stake, with a commitment based on performance. A key requirement is a CEE link. OTB offers founders guidance, mentorship, and strategic support, leveraging their extensive experience in these sectors.
BlackFin Capital Partners
Geography: Europe
Preferred Industries: FinTech, InsureTechs, RegTechs
Investment ticket: Undisclosed
Company stage: Series A, Series B
BlackFin Capital Partners, founded in 2009, is an independent financial services firm with four founding partners and a team of over 40 professionals. They focus on asset-light businesses in Europe's financial services sector, supporting companies through organic growth, improved margins, and acquisitions. BlackFin invests in both majority and minority stakes and has a strong presence in continental Europe. They manage various funds, including growth/buyout funds and a venture fund dedicated to FinTechs, InsureTechs, and RegTechs, emphasizing responsible investing with an ESG approach.
Outward VC
Geography: Europe, UK
Preferred Industries: FinTech
Investment ticket: Undisclosed
Company stage: Seed, Series A, Series B
Outward VC is a venture capital fund focused on supporting early-stage fintech and enterprise technology startups in Europe. The fund invests in talented entrepreneurs who are addressing significant challenges within large global markets. Backed by investors like Investec, NIBC, and other institutional and private investors, Outward VC provides close support to its portfolio companies to help them achieve rapid growth. Some of its portfolio companies include Curve, Monese, and PrimaryBid, which are category leaders in the fintech space. Outward VC plays a crucial role in propelling early-stage fintech startups in the UK and EU, contributing to the evolution of financial services and related sectors.
Octopus VC
Geography: Europe
Preferred Industries: FinTech, B2B Software, Bio, Climate, Consumer, Deep Tech, Health
Investment ticket: Undisclosed
Company stage: Seed, Series A, Series B
The firm is dedicated to backing founders who are focused on creating a positive impact on the world. They invest in companies across seven key sectors: B2B Software, Bio, Climate, Consumer, Deep Tech, Fintech, and Health. With a commitment to fostering long-lasting relationships with entrepreneurs, they provide support at every stage of growth, from early ideation to Series A. Their portfolio includes startups like ManyPets, Depop, Elvie, and Pelago, and they have a track record of successful exits. The firm is also B Corp certified, reflecting their dedication to responsible and purpose-driven investing.They have backed and supported over 180 teams and startups and has been involved in the successful exit of 32 companies from their portfolio.
Passion VC
Geography: Europe, UK
Preferred Industries: FinTech
Investment ticket: Undisclosed
Company stage: Seed, Series A, Series B
Passion Capital, founded in 2011, is a London-based venture capital firm that prioritizes the passion and abilities of founders. They actively foster a thriving tech ecosystem in Europe and have backed 96 early-stage tech startups. With notable investments in companies like Monzo Bank and GoCardless, Passion Capital's team of experienced entrepreneurs and operators provides hands-on support to help startups succeed.
SFC Capital
Geography: Europe, UK
Preferred Industries: FinTech
Investment ticket: Undisclosed
Company stage: Seed, Series A, Series B
SFC Capital (formerly Startup Funding Club) is a prominent early-stage investment firm in the UK, specialising in providing capital and support to British startups. They offer a unique investment model that combines their Angel Network and Seed Funds, allowing investors to access SEIS- and EIS-qualifying businesses directly or through a diversified portfolio managed by their expert team. Recognized as the UK's most active VC by PitchBook Data, SFC Capital has played a crucial role in supporting over 400 startups. Some of their notable portfolio companies include Onfido, Cognism, and Transcend Packaging. SFC Capital operates as an appointed representative of SFC Capital Partners, which is authorized and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) in the United Kingdom.
PKO CVC
Geography: Europe, USA
Preferred Industries: FinTech, Insurtech, Regtech, eCommerce, Others
Investment ticket: Undisclosed
Company stage: All stages with ready MVP
PKO Bank Polski has launched its own CVC fund, for investments in startups operating in the area of broadly defined financial technologies (such as fintech, insurtech, regtech, eCommerce, modern payment systems, information systems, internet advertising, artificial intelligence, cyber security, blockchain technologies, systems to support the operation of SMEs and large corporations, as well as other new technologies). The Fund has PLN 200 million, sourced 100% from the bank, which allows for the investment process to be one of the shortest on the market. Simultaneously, the fund is open to the possibility of joint investments. PKO CVC invests mainly in companies from the Polish market and CEE countries, as well as other Western European and American companies.
Eight Roads
Geography: Asia, Europe, Israel, USA
Preferred Industries: FinTech, Saas, E-Commerce, Software, Medical
Investment ticket: Undisclosed
Company stage: Series A and above
Eight Roads Ventures is a global VC, managing $11 billion in assets. The fund typically participates in funding rounds alongside 3-4 other investors, engaging in around 13-24 investment rounds annually. Eight Roads Ventures boasts a list of investments, including partnerships with companies like Alibaba, WuXi AppTec, and iSoftStone. The firm's rich history currently spans over five decades, during which they've partnered with over 500 companies. Their most recent fund (Eight Roads China Technology Fund V) was announced in March 2022, and raised $350 million. Eight Roads Ventures' successful FinTech exits include companies like Flywire, Paidy, and Blispay.
MMC Ventures
Geography: Europe
Preferred Industries: FinTech, Saas, E-Commerce, Software, Medical
Investment ticket: Undisclosed
Company stage: Seed and Series A
MMC Ventures, headquartered in London, is a tech-focused investment firm specialising in Seed and Series A stages. They prioritise in-depth understanding, making them effective partners. Their investments include Gousto, Interactive Investor, NewVoiceMedia, Signal AI, Bloom & Wild, Synthesia and Peak. MMC typically engages in rounds with 3-4 participants, participating in 2-6 rounds annually. Among other fintechs, MMC backed TreasurySpring with a £2 million investment, unlocking short-term funding markets.
Fuel Ventures
Geography: Europe
Preferred Industries: Fintech, Insurtech, SaaS, Others
Investment ticket: £150k - £3 M
Company stage: Pre-seed - Series A
Fuel Ventures, established by entrepreneur and investor Mark Pearson, is a technology fund with a focus on UK marketplaces, fintech, platforms, and SaaS startups. The fund actively supports businesses in seed and growth stages. Fuel Ventures distinguishes itself by providing a winning combination of mentorship, industry experience, and essential investment to propel businesses to success. They are recognized as one of the most active early and growth stage investors in the UK's. Mark Pearson, alongside the Fuel Ventures team, has invested in over 60+ high-growth technology companies, including successes like Paddle, a leading UK software company. The fund typically invests between £150k and £3 M.
Concept Ventures
Geography: UK
Preferred Industries: Fintech, Insurtech, Software, Gaming, Others
Investment ticket: £750K
Company stage: Pre-seed - Series A and beyond
Concept Ventures is a UK pre-seed fund that serves as the first-check investor. They provide initial funding of up to £750k, with an average initial investment of £400k, exclusively at the pre-seed stage. Beyond the initial investment, they offer continued support through Series-A and beyond. Concept Ventures is flexible in its role within funding rounds, typically co-leading, or following in rounds of up to £2 M. To be eligible for investment, companies must either have a UK presence or a significant impact on the UK market. Their portfolio in Financial Services includes companies like Ontik, offering trade credit management software tailored for trade industries, and Landlordinvest, a leading property platform in the UK.
Notion Capital
Geography: Europe
Preferred Industries: Cloud Computing, Modern Enterprise, Industry OS, Future Finance
Investment ticket: Undisclosed
Company stage: Pre-seed - Series C
Notion Capital invests at an early stage in founders who are at the point of product market fit. The fund invests in European startups, focusing also on Future Finance solutions. Their Financial Services exits include companies like Currencycloud or Dealflo. Notion Capital has made a total amount of 191, including 23 exits.
Kindred Capital
Geography: Europe
Preferred Industries: Fintech, Biotech, Healthtech, Cybersecurity, Proptech, SaaS, Others
Investment ticket: £0.5 - £1.5 M
Company stage: Pre-seed, Seed
Kindred Capital is a London-based early-stage venture capital fund that practises equitable venture by making every founder they support a co-owner of the fund. They invest in pre-seed and seed-stage startups. Kindred Capital typically leads or co-leads funding rounds. Their average initial investment ranges from £0.5 to £1.5 million, with approximately 50% of the fund reserved for follow-on investments. Kindred Capital's investment portfolio spans a wide range of tech sectors, including fintech, biotech, healthtech, edtech, cybersecurity, proptech, HR tech, enterprise SaaS, legal tech, mobility, robotics, circular economy, and the future of work.
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