Auxxo is a Berlin-based angel investment group founded in 2019, dedicated to empowering female (co-)founded startups across Europe. By providing early-stage funding and strategic support, Auxxo aims to foster equitable participation of women in venture capital, driving innovation across diverse sectors.
Location: Berlin, Germany
The Clean Cities ClimAccelerator is a European program accelerating startups that develop innovative solutions for urban climate neutrality. By focusing on sectors like renewable energy, sustainable mobility, and green urban spaces, the accelerator provides financial support and strategic partnerships to drive systemic change in cities. With backing from EIT Climate-KIC and collaborations with major cities, it serves as a catalyst for transforming urban environments toward sustainability
Location: Vienna, Austria.
Founded in 1984, GMV is a Spanish private capital technology business group with an international presence, employing over 3,300 professionals. Initially focused on the space and defense sectors, GMV has diversified its operations into areas such as aeronautics, intelligent transportation systems, automotive, cybersecurity, healthcare, and digital public service
Location: Madrid, Spain
Long Journey Ventures is a San Francisco-based early-stage venture capital firm that invests in the "magically weird" at the earliest stages. The firm is led by a team of experienced entrepreneurs and investors who are committed to supporting founders in building innovative and impactful companies.
Location: San Francisco, California, United States
Lunar Ventures is a highly technical DeepTech venture capital firm with a unique specialization in early-stage software-first innovation, making it highly relevant for space companies building computational and AI-driven systems.By investing at the convergence of machine learning, aerospace autonomy, and scalable computation for extreme environments, Lunar Ventures plays a critical role in advancing the NewSpace software stack—even if it does not invest in launchers or hardware platforms directly.
Location: Berlin, Germany
Karista is an independent early-stage venture capital firm based in Paris, France. Over the past two decades, Karista has invested in more than 100 companies, supporting ambitious entrepreneurs in sectors such as Health, Digital, Technology, and NewSpace. The firm emphasizes providing more than just capital, offering mentorship, resources, and a strong network to help portfolio companies grow and succeed.
Location: Paris, Ile-de-France, France
Innovacom is a French venture capital firm specializing in digital and deep tech investments. With over €1 billion invested in more than 300 companies, Innovacom has been instrumental in supporting startups that lead technological innovation across various sectors.
Location: Paris, Ile-de-France, France
Blast.Club is a private investment club founded by Anthony Bourbon, enabling members to invest in exclusive startup funding rounds. The club offers access to a curated selection of investment opportunities, allowing members to co-invest alongside experienced entrepreneurs. The investment process is entirely digital, providing a streamlined experience for investors.
Location: Paris, Ile-de-France, France
HV Capital, formerly known as HV Holtzbrinck Ventures, is a leading early-stage and growth investor in Europe. With nine fund generations over 23 years and €2.8 billion in managed assets, HV Capital has invested in around 225 internet and technology companies. The firm supports startups with ticket sizes ranging from €0.5 million to €60 million, enabling them to finance startups through all growth phases.
Location: Munich, Bayern, Germany
Founded in 2021, Défense Angels is a French network of business angels dedicated to supporting startups in the defense, security, and dual-use technology sectors. The network aims to bolster France's strategic autonomy by providing early-stage funding and mentorship to innovative companies.
Location: Paris, Île-de-France
Wind Capital is a Paris-based venture capital firm specializing in early-stage investments in European deep-tech startups focused on climate resilience and sustainability. The firm operates under the EU SFDR Article 9 classification, emphasizing measurable environmental impact.
Location: Paris, France
Starquest Capital is a French venture capital firm specializing in investments in high-tech startups with strong intellectual property. The firm focuses on supporting innovative companies in the early stages of development, particularly those with a global ambition and a commitment to sustainable development.
Location: Paris, France