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DCVC

Q: When was DCVC last fund created?

DCVC last fund was created/launched in 2026-05-29.

General contacts

Investor type

Founded

2011

AUM

$4 000 M

Location

Palo Alto, California, United States

Investment Ticket

$10-50 m

Investment Stage

Seed Pre-seed Series A Late Stage (Series C+)

Region of investment

Europe North America Africa

Investor profile last updated: 16 July, 2026

Profile

DCVC (Data Collective) is a deep tech venture capital firm based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2011. With over $4 billion in assets under management, the firm has invested in more than 200 companies, focusing on computational approaches and deep tech to address significant challenges in areas such as climate, human health, and industrial transformation. Led by co-founders Matt Ocko and Zachary Bogue, DCVC emphasizes long-term impact and often leads investment rounds, typically ranging from $3 million to $10 million.

The firm specializes in seed, Series A, early-stage, and growth investments across various sectors, including big data, fintech, climate tech, and drug discovery. In 2018, DCVC launched DCVC Bio, which focuses on computational biology and sustainable solutions. The team comprises over 45 members, including scientists and former founders, who provide expertise and support to portfolio companies. Notable investments include companies like Planet, Zymergen, and Recursion Pharmaceuticals, showcasing DCVC's commitment to innovation and impactful technology.

Industry

Nuclear / Fusion Financial Services Fintech Healthcare Services Robotics Security Software Energy HealthTech Biotechnology AI Deeptech ClimateTech Defense Food and Beverage Transportation Marketing and Advertising Media and Entertainment Life Sciences

DCVC Funds

Name	Type	Industry	Stage	Region	Size	AUM	Launch date
DCVC V, L.P.	Venture Capital (VC)	Financial Services Fintech Food and Beverage Healthcare Services Robotics Security Software Transportation Energy HealthTech	Pre-seed Seed	North America	$5-10 m	$575 M	April 2019
DCVC Bio II	Venture Capital (VC)	Healthcare Services Marketing and Advertising Media and Entertainment Robotics Security Software Transportation HealthTech	Pre-seed Seed	North America	$5-10 m	$350 M	August 2020
DCVC Bio III	Venture Capital (VC)	Healthcare Services Robotics Security Software Transportation Life Sciences Energy HealthTech	Pre-seed Seed	North America	$5-10 m	$400 M	September 2024
DCVC Energy & Climate II	Venture Capital (VC)	Financial Services Fintech Healthcare Services Robotics Security Software Transportation HealthTech	Pre-seed Seed	North America	$5-10 m	—	May 2026

Contacts

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Kristen Rocca Principal

Principal

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Josh Pickering Chief of Staff

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FAQs about DCVC

Is DCVC a venture capital or private equity firm?

DCVC is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Seed, Pre-seed, Series A and Late Stage (Series C+), writing tickets of $10-50 m.

Where is DCVC located?

DCVC is located in Palo Alto, California, United States.

When was DCVC founded?

DCVC was founded in 2011.

What sectors and industries does DCVC invest in?

DCVC invests in companies and startups in Nuclear / Fusion, Financial Services, Fintech, Healthcare Services, Robotics, Security, Software, Energy, HealthTech, Biotechnology, AI, Deeptech, ClimateTech, Defense, Food and Beverage, Transportation, Marketing and Advertising, Media and Entertainment, Life Sciences.

What is DCVC geographical focus of investments?

DCVC invests in companies and startups in Europe, North America, Africa.

At what stages of companies and startups does DCVC typically invest in?

DCVC invests in companies and startups at Seed, Pre-seed, Series A, Late Stage (Series C+).

What is the usual amount of DCVC investment?

DCVC usually invests $10-50 m on average.

What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for DCVC?

DCVC has around $4 000m assets under management.

When was DCVC last fund created?

DCVC last fund was created/launched in 2026-05-29

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