500 Startups Vietnam
500 Startups is a venture capital firm on a mission to discover and back the world’s most talented entrepreneurs, help them create successful companies at scale, and build thriving global ecosystems. It is one of the most active venture capital firms in the world.
Since its inception in Silicon Valley, 500 Startups has invested in over 2,300 companies via its 5 global funds and 15 thematic funds dedicated to either specific geographic markets or verticals. Its 100+ team members are located in 20 countries around the world in order to support the 500 Startups global portfolio of investments which spans more than 75 countries.
Notable investments in the 500 portfolio include Credit Karma, Twilio, Canva, Grab, Bukalapak, The RealReal, Talkdesk, Knotel, Udemy, and Ipsy.
Beyond providing seed capital, 500 supports startups via their Seed Accelerator Programs which emphasize digital marketing, customer acquisition, lean startup practices, and fundraising for pre-Seed companies. 500 Startups further contributes to the development of innovation ecosystems by supporting startups and investors through educational programs, events, conferences, and partnerships with corporations and governments around the world.
500 Tuktuks
500 Startups is a venture capital firm on a mission to discover and back the world’s most talented entrepreneurs, help them create successful companies at scale, and build thriving global ecosystems.
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We are one of the most active seed stage venture capital firms in the world.
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Since our inception in Silicon Valley, 500 Startups has invested in over 2,000 companies via our 4 global funds and 14 microfunds dedicated to either specific geographic markets or verticals. Our 100+ team members are located in multiple locations worldwide, with 500 Startups’ global portfolio of investments spanning over 60 countries.
50k Ventures
50K Ventures is a platform for tech startups at the earliest stage of their life-cycles, providing access to seed funds, connecting with dedicated mentors and launching into different markets. It is also a great place for investors and experts to find, fund and nurture ground-breaking ideas that will change the world.
54 Ventures
54 Ventures is a firm focused on investing in high-impact tech startups in Latin America. Its team helps companies scale, define and develop a successful strategy for their regional and international expansion. It also provides access to a wealth of intellectual, network and financial capital. 54 Ventures invest in several types of verticals.
55 North
55 North is a venture capital firm based in Copenhagen, Denmark, founded in 2025. The firm is led by a team of seasoned experts including Dr. Owen R. Lozman, Dr. Helmut G. Katzgraber, and Dr. Kai M. Hudek, each with extensive backgrounds in deep-tech and quantum technologies. 55 North distinguishes itself as the largest pure play quantum VC fund globally, focusing exclusively on the quantum stack and leveraging a unique network of global labs, corporates, and governments.
The firm invests primarily in the quantum technology sector, targeting companies that operate in quantum computing, quantum sensing, and quantum communication. 55 North typically participates in later-stage venture capital rounds, with investments spread across Europe and beyond. The firm manages 55 North Fund I, which has an AUM of $140 million, launched in 2025.
Notable investments by 55 North include IQM Finland - quantum computing, Kiutra - quantum cooling solutions, Monarch Quantum - quantum hardware, QMatter - quantum software, and Groove Quantum - quantum semiconductors. These investments highlight the firm's commitment to advancing quantum technologies and establishing Europe as a leader in the quantum revolution.
5AM Ventures
5AM Ventures is a venture capital firm based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2002. The firm is led by a team of 29 professionals, including 9 partners, with expertise in scientific, medical, operational, legal, and financial fields. 5AM Ventures is known for its hands-on approach, particularly through its 4:59 Initiative, which focuses on discovering, incubating, and funding breakthrough science in collaboration with academics and entrepreneurs.
The firm primarily invests in early-stage life sciences companies, with a focus on sectors such as biotechnology, health technology, and digital health. 5AM Ventures typically invests in Series A rounds, with check sizes ranging from $100K to $5M. The firm has a strong presence in the United States and has a portfolio that includes both private therapeutic companies and small to mid-cap public biotech firms.
Notable investments by 5AM Ventures include companies like Ideaya Biosciences - oncology therapeutics, Crinetics - endocrine therapies, MapLight Therapeutics - neuroscience, Ensoma - gene therapy, and Kinaset Therapeutics - respiratory treatments. The firm has seen several successful exits, including IPOs and acquisitions.
5c(c) Capital
5c(c) Capital is a venture capital firm based in Brooklyn, New York, founded in 2026. The firm is led by a small team including Adhi Rajaprabhakaran, Noah Zingler-Sternig, and Ella Papanek, who bring diverse backgrounds and expertise to the table. They focus on investing in innovative companies that are at the forefront of the New Economy, emphasizing a worldview-driven approach to their investment strategy.
The firm primarily invests in sectors such as financial software, application software, and brokerage services. They target early-stage investments, particularly in seed rounds, and are actively seeking new opportunities. While specific check sizes are not detailed, their strategic focus is on supporting projects that align with their forward-thinking philosophy.
Notable investments by 5c(c) Capital include River Markets, a brokerage service; Adjacent Markets, an application software company; and Totalis, a financial software firm. These investments reflect their commitment to backing companies that are generating revenue and are in product development stages.
5ideas Inc.
The Startup Superfuel Fund is a seed & early stage fund focused on digital assets based in India. Founded by Pearl Uppal & Gaurav Kachru earlier this year, the fund comprises recent only digital entrepreneurs turned venture capitalists and bring a different level of operating knowledge and expertise to our portfolio companies. Startup Superfuel invests considerable time (each GP will work closely with only 5 businesses in a rolling 12 month cycle), social capital (extensive mentor network) and financial investment from USD 50,000 to USD 500,000 in each business. We roll up our sleeves and work closely with our portfolio companies to deliver our unique mix of human, social & financial capital… without seeking control.
While our team remains very open to innovative entrepreneurs in any part of the digital landscape, we think hard about the odds of success in each market, especially given the huge opportunity cost for investors and founders when they choose to pursue a specific area. Our current preferred subset of opportunities in India are (a) vertical e-commerce (b) SME/B2B Focused Businesses (c) Mobile (Geo + tech + vernacular) (d) big data (e) ad tech (f) urban parenting (g) education.
For a list of our portfolio companies, please do visit our website.
5th Century Partners
5th Century Partners is a private equity firm based in Chicago, Illinois, founded in 2021. The firm is composed of a diverse team of experienced investors and strategic operators, with a focus on driving growth in their portfolio companies. They are known for their hands-on approach and collaborative strategies, leveraging a network of industry experts to accelerate business success.
The firm primarily invests in sectors such as healthcare, business services, insurance, human capital services, manufacturing, education services, and e-commerce. Their typical investment size ranges from $50-100 million, focusing on strategic growth opportunities. 5th Century Partners operates primarily in the United States and the United Kingdom, with a total AUM of approximately $420 million across their funds.
Notable investments by 5th Century Partners include Perspecta - healthcare IT services, Radon Medical Imaging - medical equipment distribution, UB Equipment - industrial equipment, Vital Care Industries - healthcare supplies, and Peace Out Skincare - skincare products. These investments highlight their ability to enhance operational efficiency and drive successful growth integrations.
5Y Capital (Morningside Venture Capital)
5Y Capital (formerly known as Morningside Venture Capital) is one of the first investment institutions in China engaged in early-stage venture investments. It currently manages approximately USD 5bn in dual-currency funds in USD and RMB, backed by world-renowned sovereign wealth funds, family offices, fund of funds, university endowments, pensions and foundations.
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