Telescopic Ventures

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Investor type

VC

Founded

2017

AUM

-

Location

Oakland, California, United States

Investment Ticket

$0-1 m

Investment Stage

Pre-seed Seed Series A

Region of investment

North America

ESG Focus

Impact investor
Investor profile last updated: 13 August, 2026

Profile

Telescopic Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Oakland, California, founded in 2017 by Adrian Walker, a former entrepreneur and operator. The firm has a small team of professionals who focus on providing practical support to their portfolio companies, particularly in business development and strategy. They are known for their emphasis on investing in innovative technology companies and supporting diverse founders.

The firm invests primarily in early-stage companies, focusing on sectors such as B2B technology, enterprise applications, IoT, AI, machine learning, cybersecurity, and sustainability. They typically invest at the pre-seed through Series A stages, with a preference for companies based in the United States. Telescopic Ventures has a collaborative approach, often co-investing with other funds.

Notable investments include VAST Data - data storage solutions, Shrimpy - cryptocurrency trading platform, Onion ID - IT security management, Elotl - cloud infrastructure management, and CBio - biotechnology solutions. These investments reflect their interest in disruptive technologies and high-impact solutions.

Industry

ClimateTech HealthTech Internet of Things (IoT) Cybersecurity AI Software Financial Services Fintech Industrial SaaS Deeptech Machine Learning (ML)

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FAQs about Telescopic Ventures

Telescopic Ventures is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Pre-seed, Seed and Series A, writing tickets of $0-1 m.
Telescopic Ventures is located in Oakland, California, United States.
Telescopic Ventures was founded in 2017.
Telescopic Ventures invests in companies and startups in ClimateTech, HealthTech, Internet of Things (IoT), Cybersecurity, AI, Software, Financial Services, Fintech, Industrial, SaaS, Deeptech, Machine Learning (ML).
Telescopic Ventures invests in companies and startups in North America.
Telescopic Ventures invests in companies and startups at Pre-seed, Seed, Series A.
Telescopic Ventures usually invests $0-1 m on average.
Yes, Telescopic Ventures is impact investor.
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