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Tenity
Tenity Accelerator in Zurich supports early-stage Fintech, Insurtech, Regtech, and Deeptech startups with incubation and acceleration programs. Offering CHF 50,000 for a 2.5% equity stake, it connects founders with top-tier mentors and investors, fostering innovation and collaboration in the global financial ecosystem.
Key Info
Number of Investments
295
Number of Exits
8
Industries
Fintech, Insurtech, Regtech, and Deeptech
Investment Stage
Convertible Note, Early Stage Venture, Seed
Year Founded
2015
CB Rank
78,593
SICTIC
SICTIC is Switzerland's leading angel investor network, connecting early-stage tech startups with over 500 smart money investors. Founded in 2014, it organizes regular Investor Days and provides free resources for startups, facilitating substantial funding and growth within the Swiss tech ecosystem.
Key Info
Number of Investments
203
Number of Exits
14
Industries
ICT, Fintech, Insurtech, Healthtech, Medtech, and other deep tech sectors
Investment Stage
Convertible Note, Debt, Early Stage Venture, Late Stage Venture, Seed, Venture
Year Founded
2014
CB Rank
147,568
Lakestar
Lakestar, founded by Klaus Hommels, invests in early to growth-stage tech startups across Fintech, Deep Tech, digitalization, and Healthcare. With offices in London, Berlin, and Zurich, Lakestar supports visionary entrepreneurs through extensive resources and networks, fostering innovation and technological advancements globally.
Key Info
Number of Investments
171
Number of Exits
27
Industries
Fintech, Deep Tech, digitalization, and Healthcare
Investment Stage
Convertible Note, Debt, Early Stage Venture, Late Stage Venture, Private Equity, Seed, Venture
Year Founded
2012
CB Rank
60,252
Redalpine
Redalpine, a Zurich-based venture capital firm, focuses on seed and early-stage investments in ICT, HealthTech, AI, and sustainability sectors. With over €1 billion in assets under management, it supports game-changing startups like N26 and Taxfix, providing financial backing, expertise, and a robust network.
Key Info
Number of Investments
147
Number of Exits
13
Industries
ICT, HealthTech, AI, and sustainability
Investment Stage
Crowdfunding, Early Stage Venture, Late Stage Venture, Seed, Venture
Year Founded
2006
CB Rank
77,364
Swisscom Ventures
Swisscom Ventures, the venture capital arm of Swisscom, invests in early to growth-stage startups focusing on IoT, Cybersecurity, Fintech, and AI. Founded in 2007, it supports over 70 portfolio companies with strategic backing and access to Swisscom’s extensive ecosystem, driving digital transformation technologies.
Key Info
Number of Investments
136
Number of Exits
38
Industries
IoT, Cybersecurity, Fintech, and AI
Investment Stage
Convertible Note, Early Stage Venture, Late Stage Venture, Seed, Venture
Year Founded
2005
CB Rank
150,029
Mountain Partners
Mountain Partners, a global investment firm founded in 2005, invests in early to growth-stage startups across Internet & Technology, Fintech, and HealthTech sectors. With a presence in Zurich and over 200 portfolio companies, it offers operational support and a vast network, emphasizing sustainable and impactful investments.
Key Info
Number of Investments
122
Number of Exits
31
Industries
Internet & Technology, Fintech, and HealthTech
Investment Stage
Early Stage Venture, Seed, Venture
Year Founded
2005
CB Rank
155,652
UBS
UBS Venture Capital supports fintech and tech startups with funding and strategic resources. By focusing on financial technologies and digital innovations, UBS aims to foster growth and collaboration within the financial sector, enhancing its investment portfolio and driving advancements in fintech solutions.
Key Info
Number of Investments
111
Number of Exits
27
Industries
Financial technologies and Digital innovations
Investment Stage
Convertible Note, Debt, Late Stage Venture, Post-Ipo, Private Equity, Secondary Market, Venture
Year Founded
1862
CB Rank
207
Business Angels Switzerland (BAS)
Business Angels Switzerland (BAS), founded in 1997, is a non-profit association offering financing and coaching to Swiss startups. Focused on seed and early-stage investments across diverse sectors, BAS provides valuable networking opportunities and resources through regular events, fostering a robust startup ecosystem.
Key Info
Number of Investments
85
Number of Exits
3
Industries
ICT, MedTech, and Cleantech
Investment Stage
Early Stage Venture, Seed
Year Founded
1997
Nextech Invest
Nextech Invest, founded in 1998 and based in Zurich, specializes in oncology-focused venture capital. Supporting emerging biotechnology companies worldwide, Nextech provides hands-on assistance through critical scientific validation phases, fostering the development of transformative cancer medicines with a robust scientific advisory team.
Key Info
Number of Investments
83
Number of Exits
37
Industries
Biotechnology
Investment Stage
Early Stage Venture, Late Stage Venture, Post-Ipo, Private Equity, Venture
Year Founded
1998
CB Rank
142,741
Emerald Technology Ventures
Emerald Technology Ventures, founded in 2000 and based in Zurich, invests in industrial technology and sustainability sectors. With a focus on energy, water, advanced materials, and agriculture, Emerald offers strategic support and connects startups with corporate partners, maintaining a global presence and a successful investment track record.
Key Info
Number of Investments
77
Number of Exits
12
Industries
Energy, Water, Advanced Materials, and Agriculture
Investment Stage
Early Stage Venture, Late Stage Venture
Year Founded
2000
CB Rank
104,130
Blue Horizon Corporation
Blue Horizon Corporation, founded in 2016 and based in Zurich, focuses on sustainable food and agriculture investments. By investing in companies promoting alternative proteins and sustainable food systems, Blue Horizon aims to transform the global food industry, providing strategic guidance and extensive industry networks to drive positive environmental and social change.
Key Info
Number of Investments
76
Number of Exits
3
Industries
Agriculture, Farming, Finance, Financial Services, Food and Beverage, Food Processing, Sustainability, Venture Capital
Investment Stage
Convertible Note, Early Stage Venture, Late Stage Venture, Private Equity, Seed, Venture
Year Founded
2016
CB Rank
336,982
Founderful
Founderful, a Zurich-based pre-seed VC firm, focuses on supporting Swiss tech startups with founder-friendly, hands-on investments. Rebranded from Wingman Ventures in 2024, it raised $85 million for its second fund, targeting $120 million, and has backed over 50 startups across sectors like B2B software, AI, and industrial tech.
Key Info
Number of Investments
66
Number of Exits
3
Industries
B2B Software, Industrial Tech, AI, Robotics
Investment Stage
Early Stage Venture, Seed
Year Founded
2019
CB Rank
96,439
Serpentine Ventures
Serpentine Ventures focuses on early-stage investments across ICT, Fintech, Medtech, and Cleantech sectors. The firm provides strategic support and valuable industry connections, fostering innovation and growth within Switzerland's startup ecosystem and beyond.
Key Info
Number of Investments
66
Number of Exits
2
Industries
ICT, Fintech, Medtech, and Cleantech
Investment Stage
Early Stage Venture, Seed, Venture
Year Founded
2019
responsAbility Investments
responsAbility Investments, founded in 2003 and based in Zurich, focuses on impact investing in emerging markets. With over $3 billion in assets, it invests in sectors like financial inclusion, agriculture, and renewable energy, aiming to create significant social and environmental impact.
Key Info
Number of Investments
48
Number of Exits
6
Industries
Financial Inclusion, Agriculture, and Renewable Energy
Investment Stage
Debt, Early Stage Venture, Late Stage Venture, Post-Ipo, Private Equity, Secondary Market, Venture
Year Founded
2003
CB Rank
4,431
Technology Fund
The Technology Fund, a Swiss government-backed initiative, provides loan guarantees to innovative SMEs in cleantech, energy efficiency, sustainable mobility, and resource management. Aiming to promote sustainable technologies and reduce the carbon footprint, it supports companies with high innovation potential and environmental benefits.
Key Info
Number of Investments
45
Number of Exits
4
Industries
Cleantech, Energy Efficiency, Sustainable Mobility, and Resource Management
Investment Stage
Debt, Early Stage Venture, Seed
Year Founded
2014
CB Rank
207,812
Übermorgen Ventures
Übermorgen Ventures invests in early-stage climate-tech startups. The firm focuses on clean energy, carbon capture, and sustainable agriculture, providing strategic and operational support. Led by experienced entrepreneurs, Übermorgen Ventures aims to mitigate climate change through innovative solutions.
Key Info
Number of Investments
36
Industries
Clean Energy, Carbon Capture, Sustainable Agriculture
Investment Stage
Early Stage Venture, Seed
Year Founded
2019
EquityPitcher Ventures
EquityPitcher Ventures is a Swiss VC firm focusing on early-stage, tech-driven startups. It offers mentorship, strategic guidance, and network access to support innovative solutions and scalable business models. The firm emphasizes a hands-on approach to drive the success of its portfolio companies.
Key Info
Number of Investments
34
Number of Exits
1
Industries
Technology
Investment Stage
Early Stage Venture, Late Stage Venture, Seed, Venture
Year Founded
2016
CB Rank
162,582
Aravis Ventures
Aravis Ventures invests in early to growth-stage companies in the life sciences and renewable energy sectors. The firm provides strategic support and industry expertise, aiming to foster innovation and sustainable development within its portfolio companies.
Key Info
Number of Investments
30
Number of Exits
12
Industries
Biotechnology, Energy, Life Science, Renewable Energy
Investment Stage
Early Stage Venture, Late Stage Venture
Year Founded
2001
CB Rank
323,515
Swisscanto Private Equity
Swisscanto Private Equity, part of the Zurich Cantonal Bank Group, invests in mid-sized companies across various sectors. The firm provides financial and strategic support, aiming to drive long-term value and sustainable growth within its portfolio companies.
Key Info
Number of Investments
27
Number of Exits
2
Industries
Financial Services, Funding Platform
Investment Stage
Late Stage Venture
Year Founded
2018
CB Rank
1,134,672
Laser Digital
Laser Digital, a Swiss venture capital firm, invests in early to growth-stage startups in the digital and technology sectors. Offering strategic guidance and access to extensive networks, Laser Digital aims to support innovation and drive digital transformation.
Key Info
Number of Investments
25
Industries
Web3
Year Founded
2022
CB Rank
123,012
Storm Global
Storm Global focuses on sustainable and impact investments in renewable energy, technology, and healthcare sectors. The firm provides strategic support and industry connections, aiming to create positive social and environmental impact through its investments.
Key Info
Number of Investments
24
Number of Exits
11
Industries
Renewable Energy, Technology, and Healthcare
Investment Stage
Early Stage Venture, Private Equity, Secondary Market, Seed
Year Founded
2017
CB Rank
1,435,107
Planven Entrepreneur Ventures
Planven Entrepreneur Ventures invests in B2B software companies across Cybersecurity, AI, Machine Learning, and Health Tech sectors. Headquartered in Zurich with offices in Tel Aviv, it manages over $300 million in assets, supporting startups from Seed to Series B stages with strategic and operational expertise.
Key Info
Number of Investments
23
Number of Exits
5
Industries
Cybersecurity, AI, Machine Learning, and Health Tech
Year Founded
2015
CB Rank
215,381
Tomahawk.VC
Tomahawk.VC, a Swiss venture capital firm, invests in early-stage tech startups in Europe and the United States. The firm focuses on SaaS, Fintech, and HealthTech sectors, offering hands-on support and strategic guidance to scalable and innovative business models.
Key Info
Number of Investments
23
Number of Exits
1
Industries
B2B, Blockchain, Financial Services, FinTech, Information Technology
Investment Stage
Early Stage Venture, Seed
Year Founded
2020
CB Rank
216,642
TX Ventures
TX Ventures, the venture capital arm of TX Group, invests in digital transformation and tech startups in MediaTech, Fintech, and E-commerce sectors. Focusing on Seed to Series A stages, TX Ventures offers strategic resources and access to TX Group’s extensive network to foster innovation and growth.
Key Info
Number of Investments
21
Industries
Blockchain, FinTech, InsurTech
Investment Stage
Early Stage Venture, Seed, Venture
CB Rank
163,622
Persistent
Persistent, a Swiss venture capital firm, focuses on sustainable and impact investments in CleanTech, Renewable Energy, and Social Enterprises. The firm provides strategic guidance and operational support, aiming to create positive environmental and social impacts through its portfolio companies.
Key Info
Number of Investments
21
Number of Exits
1
Industries
Financial Services
Investment Stage
Early Stage Venture
Year Founded
2012
L1D
L1 Digital, a venture capital firm, specializes in digital and blockchain technologies, investing in early to growth-stage startups. Offering strategic support and access to a network of industry experts, L1 Digital focuses on innovative and disruptive business models in the digital space.
Key Info
Number of Investments
20
Industries
Blockchain
Investment Stage
Late Stage Venture, Venture
Year Founded
2018
Helvetica Capital
Helvetica Capital, a Swiss private equity firm, invests in mid-sized companies in industrials, healthcare, and consumer goods sectors. Providing financial and strategic support, Helvetica Capital partners with management teams to drive growth and long-term value creation in Switzerland and neighboring countries.
Key Info
Number of Investments
21
Number of Exits
6
Industries
Healthcare, and Consumer Goods
Investment Stage
Early Stage Venture
Year Founded
2015
FiveT Fintech
FiveT Fintech focuses on fintech and digital asset investments. Founded in 2018 and rebranded following a management buyout, it invests from early-stage to Series B. Leveraging a vast network of financial institutions, FiveT Fintech supports portfolio companies like Metaco and Coinfirm with strategic guidance and resources.
Key Info
Number of Investments
21
Number of Exits
3
Industries
Fintech
Investment Stage
Debt, Early Stage Venture, Initial Coin Offering, Venture
Year Founded
2018
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