30 Best Active Generative AI Investors in 2024
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Investor Rankings are calculated using our Seedtable Score – a 1 to 100 score that uses quantitative and qualitative data points (like the size of their fund or the quality of the companies they invested in) to signal the strength behind an investor. A score closer to 100 indicates an investor is worth watching closely.
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General Catalyst is a venture capital firm that invests in early-stage start-ups in education, research, health care, and social work.
Offices:
Cambridge (HQ)
Investment Stage:
Pre Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Series D, Series E, Series F, Unknown
Check Size:
$100k - $1B
Industries:
Investing, Edtech, Machine learning
Top investments in :
Accel is a venture capital firm based in Palo Alto, investing in companies from pre-seed to series G with check sizes ranging from $1 million to $20 million. They support entrepreneurs across various industries, including fintech, health tech, and AI. Notable investments include Monzo, BlaBlaCar, Qogita, Synthesia, and Tines. Accel aims to help a global community of entrepreneurs grow and succeed.
Offices:
London
Palo Alto (HQ)
Investment Stage:
Pre Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Series D, Series E, Series F, Series G, Unknown
Check Size:
$100k - $1B
Industries:
Climate Tech & Green Tech, Business Intelligence, Privacy and Security
Top investments in :
Index Ventures is a venture capital firm that invests in start-ups with the potential to become global businesses. It was founded in 1996 and has locations all over the world.
Offices:
No data available
Investment Stage:
No data available
Check Size:
$100k - $500k
Industries:
No data available
Top investments in :
No data available
Index Ventures is a venture capital firm that invests in start-ups with the potential to become global businesses. It was founded in 1996 and has locations all over the world.
Offices:
London (HQ)
New York
San Francisco
London (HQ)
New York
San Francisco
Investment Stage:
Pre Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Series D, Series E, Series F, Unknown
Check Size:
$100k - $500M
Industries:
Developer Tools, Media and Entertainement, Edtech
Top investments in :
Lightspeed Venture Partners is a venture capital and private equity firm focused on partnering with exceptional entrepreneurs to build high-growth market-leading companies globally.
Offices:
No data available
Investment Stage:
No data available
Check Size:
$100k - $500k
Industries:
No data available
Top investments in :
No data available
Lightspeed Venture Partners is a venture capital and private equity firm focused on partnering with exceptional entrepreneurs to build high-growth market-leading companies globally.
Offices:
Tel Aviv
Menlo Park (HQ)
San Francisco
Tel Aviv
Menlo Park (HQ)
San Francisco
Investment Stage:
Pre Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Series D, Series E, Unknown
Check Size:
$100k - $500M
Industries:
Data and Analytics, Adtech, Health Tech
Top investments in :
Sequoia Capital is a venture capital firm that has invested in companies like Google, Apple, Cisco, YouTube, AirBnB, and WhatsApp. The firm was founded in 1972 by Donald Valentine, and companies backed by Sequoia have created over $3.3 trillion dollars in market capitalization.
Offices:
No data available
Investment Stage:
No data available
Check Size:
$100k - $500k
Industries:
No data available
Top investments in :
No data available
Sequoia Capital is a venture capital firm that has invested in companies like Google, Apple, Cisco, YouTube, AirBnB, and WhatsApp. The firm was founded in 1972 by Donald Valentine, and companies backed by Sequoia have created over $3.3 trillion dollars in market capitalization.
Offices:
London
San Mateo (HQ)
London
San Mateo (HQ)
Investment Stage:
Pre Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Series D
Check Size:
$2.5M - $250M
Industries:
Travel Tech, Ecommerce, Business Intelligence
Top investments in :
A16Z, also known as Andreessen Horowitz, is a venture capital firm based in Menlo Park. They invest in startups at various stages, from pre-seed to series D, with varying check sizes. A16Z focuses on technology, healthcare, finance, entertainment, crypto, AI, and fintech. Portfolio companies include Hyperexponential, Kaedim, and Mistral AI. Through multiple funds, A16Z aims to support the growth and development of their investments across diverse sectors and stages.
Offices:
Menlo Park (HQ)
Investment Stage:
Debt Financing, Pre Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Series D, Unknown
Check Size:
$100k - $1B
Industries:
Business Intelligence, Privacy and Security, Hardware
Top investments in :
Creandum is a venture capital that is interested in investing in early-stage ventures with innovative technology companies
Offices:
Berlin
London
Stockholm (HQ)
San Francisco
Investment Stage:
Pre Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Series D, Unknown
Check Size:
$100k - $1B
Industries:
Machine learning, Fashion, Communications
Top investments in :
Lone Pine Capital is a venture capital fund specializing in Series D investments. Founded in 1997, it focuses on developer tools and cloud industries, tailoring investments to support company growth. The fund combines detailed research with a collaborative team to create concentrated portfolios, targeting top opportunities in public and private markets. Notable investments include Algolia.
Offices:
No data available
Investment Stage:
Series D
Check Size:
$250M - $500M
Industries:
Cloud, Developer Tools
Top investments in :
Nvidia, founded in 1993, is a leader in accelerated computing and the inventor of the GPU, transforming PC gaming, computer graphics, and modern AI. The company also operates a venture capital fund investing in AI, machine learning, and transportation technologies, supporting ventures like Mistral AI and Wayve during early growth stages. Nvidia's investments range from $500k to $10M, primarily targeting Series C and Series D funding rounds. As a full-stack computing company, Nvidia is actively shaping future technologies and markets.
Offices:
No data available
Investment Stage:
Series C, Series D
Check Size:
$500M - $1B
Industries:
Machine learning, Mobility & Transportation, AI
Top investments in :
Earlybird Venture Capital, based in Berlin, invests in European tech startups at various stages, from seed to series A and beyond, with check sizes from $500,000 to $10 million. Their focus areas include biotech, fintech, and AI. Notable investments include Quantum Diamonds and Isar Aerospace. Earlybird provides financial backing and guidance to help startups grow and succeed in a competitive market.
Offices:
Paris
Berlin (HQ)
Munich
London
Investment Stage:
Pre Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Series D, Series E, Series F, Unknown
Check Size:
$100k - $500M
Industries:
Health Tech, Semiconductor, CRM
Top investments in :
Seedcamp is a European investment firm and seed fund founded by Reshma Sohoni and Saul Klein in 2007.
Offices:
No data available
Investment Stage:
No data available
Check Size:
$100k - $500k
Industries:
No data available
Top investments in :
No data available
Seedcamp is a European investment firm and seed fund founded by Reshma Sohoni and Saul Klein in 2007.
Offices:
London (HQ)
London (HQ)
Investment Stage:
Pre Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Series D, Unknown
Check Size:
$100k - $1B
Industries:
AR / VR, Climate Tech & Green Tech, Privacy and Security
Top investments in :
Alven Capital is a venture capital fund based in Paris, investing in startups from pre-seed to series D across industries such as fintech, AI, and cybersecurity. They typically invest between €500,000 and €1,000,000. With over 20 years of experience, they have backed more than 160 startups, including notable companies like Meero and Qonto. Alven Capital leverages its experience and resources to help ambitious founders grow and succeed.
Offices:
Paris (HQ)
London
Investment Stage:
Pre Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Series D, Unknown
Check Size:
$500k - $1B
Industries:
Business Intelligence, Privacy and Security, Service industry
Top investments in :
Mosaic Ventures is a London-based venture capital fund investing $1-10 million in startups at seed, series A, B, and C stages. They focus on finance, technology, and personal services sectors, supporting founders reimagining the world. Notable investments include Vortexa and Blockchain.com. Their mission is to help European startups grow and succeed in high-impact industries.
Offices:
London (HQ)
Investment Stage:
Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Unknown
Check Size:
$100k - $50M
Industries:
Business Intelligence, Privacy and Security, Service industry
Top investments in :
Bpifrance is a bank and venture capital fund for entrepreneurs. It invests in stages from pre-seed to Series I and offers debt financing. Supporting a range of industries, including technology, healthcare, and manufacturing, Bpifrance has backed companies like Electra, Bioptimus, and Aqemia. Its goal is to boost economic growth by helping businesses scale and succeed.
Offices:
No data available
Investment Stage:
Debt Financing, Pre Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Series D, Series E, Series F, Series G, Series H, Series I, Unknown
Check Size:
$500k - $1B
Industries:
Business Intelligence, Privacy and Security, Hardware
Top investments in :
Lakestar is a venture capital firm investing in digital and technology companies in Europe.
Offices:
Zürich (HQ)
Investment Stage:
Pre Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Series D, Series E, Series F, Unknown
Check Size:
$100k - $1B
Industries:
Ecommerce, eSports, Virtual reality
Top investments in :
Eurazeo is a venture capital and private equity fund based in Paris. It invests in companies at all stages, from pre-seed to series I, across various industries such as fintech, biotech, gaming, and climate tech. Eurazeo provides capital and growth support to businesses, with notable portfolio companies including Electra and Aqemia. The fund manages diversified assets and focuses on helping small and medium-sized enterprises succeed.
Offices:
Paris (HQ)
Berlin
Investment Stage:
Pre Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Series D, Series E, Series F, Series G, Series H, Series I, Unknown
Check Size:
$100k - $1B
Industries:
Cloud, Crypto & web3, Creative Tools
Top investments in :
Offices:
No data available
Investment Stage:
No data available
Check Size:
$100k - $500k
Industries:
No data available
Top investments in :
No data available
Offices:
No data available
Investment Stage:
Series C, Series D
Check Size:
$250M - $500M
Industries:
Cloud, Developer Tools
Top investments in :
Zillionize supports early-stage startups, particularly those developing tools for developers and utilizing cloud technology. Having backed over 100 successful startups, including Algolia, Zillionize seeks companies with significant growth potential and helps them achieve their goals.
Offices:
No data available
Investment Stage:
Seed
Check Size:
$250M - $500M
Industries:
Cloud, Developer Tools
Top investments in :
Lightspeed is a venture capital fund that focuses on early-stage investments in business intelligence companies, writing checks from $500k to $10M. They have backed companies like Condukt. Lightspeed aims to support the growth and success of promising startups by providing the financial resources needed to develop and scale operations.
Offices:
No data available
Investment Stage:
Pre Seed, Series A, Series B
Check Size:
$5M - $1B
Industries:
Business Intelligence, Machine learning, AI
Top investments in :
Cavalry Ventures Management, based in Berlin, invests in early-stage tech companies from pre-seed to Series C. Their focus areas include fintech, health tech, and AI, with check sizes ranging from $500,000 to $2,000,000. Notable investments include Medbelle and Xaver. Cavalry Ventures aims to help innovative startups grow and succeed through funding and strategic support.
Offices:
Berlin (HQ)
Investment Stage:
Pre Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Unknown
Check Size:
$100k - $70M
Industries:
Business Intelligence, Privacy and Security, Service industry
Top investments in :
Kima Ventures promotes the growth of startups, supporting them in the fastest and most effective ways.
Offices:
No data available
Investment Stage:
No data available
Check Size:
$100k - $500k
Industries:
No data available
Top investments in :
No data available
Kima Ventures promotes the growth of startups, supporting them in the fastest and most effective ways.
Offices:
Paris (HQ)
Paris (HQ)
Investment Stage:
Pre Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Unknown
Check Size:
$100k - $50M
Industries:
AR / VR, Climate Tech & Green Tech, Privacy and Security
Top investments in :
Salesforce Ventures supports founders in creating transformative companies. Since 2009, it has backed over 400 enterprise software firms from early stages to IPO, including Stripe and Zoom. Leveraging its cloud expertise and robust business connections, Salesforce Ventures provides growth opportunities for its portfolio companies. The fund focuses on AI, cloud, and security, with notable investments in Mistral AI and Mews.
Offices:
No data available
Investment Stage:
Series A, Series B, Series D
Check Size:
$20M - $500M
Industries:
Machine learning, Privacy and Security, Cloud
Top investments in :
Microsoft Climate Innovation Fund invests in early to growth-stage companies tackling climate change through technology. The fund supports businesses in AI, cybersecurity, energy, and more, with varying investment amounts. Companies like Mistral AI and Wayve have benefited from this support. The mission is to empower people and organizations through meaningful innovation. Microsoft's 220,000 employees share a culture of curiosity, inclusion, and a commitment to positive impact, aiming to create a brighter future through continuous learning and improvement.
Offices:
No data available
Investment Stage:
Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C
Check Size:
$5M - $1B
Industries:
AI, Energy & Nuclear, Mobile
Top investments in :
Connect Ventures is a venture capital fund based in London. They invest in startups and early-stage companies across sectors like cybersecurity, fintech, and health tech. Notable investments include Purple Dot, Soldo, and Belong. Providing funding from pre-seed to Series C stages, Connect Ventures aims to help founders build successful businesses across various industries.
Offices:
London (HQ)
Investment Stage:
Pre Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Unknown
Check Size:
$100k - $250M
Industries:
Health Tech, Travel Tech, AR / VR
Top investments in :