Launchbay

LaunchBay is a venture firm founded in 2018, with headquarters in London, UK, and Tel Aviv, Israel, specializing in FinTech infrastructure, B2B software, and AI applications. The company invests in startups that have demonstrated product-market fit and are poised for scaling. LaunchBay operates an investment platform that provides digital access to private companies, facilitating price discovery, information rights, and deal execution for brokers, wealth management firms, and private clients. The firm is committed to supporting technology companies through its flagship access fund for early-stage investments and a growth fund for later-stage opportunities. Data-driven decision-making is integral to LaunchBay's approach, employing algorithms to address industry challenges related to access and liquidity. Additionally, the firm has a notable focus on founders with immigrant backgrounds, recognizing the unique perspectives and ambitions they bring to building successful businesses.

Denis Ivanov

Partner, Chief Investment Officer

Alan Vaksman

Founder and Managing Partner

41 past transactions

Desia

Pre Seed Round in 2024
Desia is a technology company specializing in advanced AI applications for the financial services industry. It offers an AI-driven financial insights platform that automates data analysis, providing key insights relevant to companies, markets, and potential investments. This platform enhances workflows and enables financial institutions and professionals to focus on strategic decision-making and drive growth.

Honeycomb

Series B in 2024
Honeycomb, formerly known as Agilius, operates an insurance technology platform that specializes in real estate insurance services. Founded in 2019 and based in San Francisco, California, the company offers a streamlined online process for homeowners associations, property managers, developers, and building owners to purchase master insurance policies for condominium and apartment buildings in under three minutes. By leveraging advanced technologies such as aerial photography, computer vision, artificial intelligence, and machine learning, Honeycomb eliminates the need for on-site inspections, allowing users to obtain instant, hassle-free quotes and manage their policies efficiently. This innovative approach aims to bring simplicity and transparency to the real estate insurance market, providing significant cost savings for its clients.

Sami

Series B in 2023
Sami is a health plan operator based in São Paulo, Brazil, established in 2018 by Dr. Vitor Asseituno and Luiz Guilherme Berardo. The company aims to simplify healthcare for its patients, making it more efficient and accessible while reducing costs associated with medical care. Sami offers comprehensive health plans that include unlimited app-based or in-person consultations, a dedicated health team, and access to a network of hospitals and wellness services. This approach enables individuals and businesses to receive personalized and preventive healthcare, aligning with Sami's mission to transform the Brazilian health system into a more straightforward and reliable experience for all.

Oxygen

Series B in 2023
Oxygen is a financial technology company that caters to digital natives, creators, and entrepreneurs by offering a modern banking platform for both personal and business accounts. Its application, available on iOS and Android, provides users with a seamless experience featuring no monthly fees, early direct deposit, simple transfers, cashback rewards, high-yield savings, and various retail and travel benefits. In addition to banking services, Oxygen also emphasizes technology solutions, offering businesses tools to enhance efficiency and productivity. The company ensures secure data management through robust backup and recovery processes that comply with industry standards, thereby safeguarding clients' financial and operational data. With a focus on user-friendly solutions, Oxygen aims to support its clients in navigating the complexities of modern finance and technology.

MyInterview

Series A in 2023
myInterview is a development platform that focuses on enhancing the recruitment process for companies and job seekers. It offers a video screening platform where candidates can upload video responses to specific questions. This feature allows recruiters to efficiently create shortlists of applicants for competitive job openings. By leveraging this technology, talent acquisition managers can better identify suitable candidates who align with their company's values and culture, ultimately streamlining the hiring process.

HealthAtom

Series A in 2023
HealthAtom is a healthcare software platform that designs innovative healthcare solutions that allow the clinical industry to advance in administrative technologies. They use datalink and medilink software for better healthcare services for patients.

Daylight

Series A in 2022
Daylight is a digital banking platform based in West Hollywood, California, specifically designed for the LGBT+ community. Founded in 2020, Daylight provides a range of financial services, including prepaid cards and an app that offers tools, advice, and cashback for spending at queer bars and allied businesses. The platform aims to empower its members by helping them navigate the financial system, develop smarter financial habits, and connect with a supportive community. By focusing on the unique needs of the LGBT+ population, Daylight fosters financial literacy and encourages users to build a future that aligns with their values.

Frank Innovations

Venture Round in 2022
Frank Innovations is a developer of SAAS products designed to streamline used car acquisition for independent car dealers. The company was founded in 2020 and is headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania.

Decentro

Series A in 2022
Decentro is a developer of an API banking software platform that facilitates the seamless launch of banking products. By integrating with various banking APIs, the platform allows clients to execute financial integrations efficiently using minimal code. This capability simplifies the product development cycle, enabling businesses to customize their offerings and access desired modules in a straightforward manner. Decentro's focus on automation further enhances the ease of integration, making it a valuable solution for companies looking to streamline their financial product development processes.

Allocations

Venture Round in 2022
Allocations is a technology company focused on creating an inclusive private equity and venture capital ecosystem that facilitates broader access to investment opportunities for individuals and businesses. The company has developed a funding platform that allows investors to efficiently raise and deploy capital, integrating tools for launching funds, onboarding limited partners, and scaling operations. By prioritizing data in the management of funds, Allocations empowers investors to compete with institutional players in the market. Since its inception, Allocations has successfully supported over 300 private funds, managing a total volume of approximately $250 million. The company has garnered significant investment, raising over $7 million from more than 200 investors, reflecting strong interest in its innovative approach to democratizing capital access.

Forta

Series A in 2022
Forta is a healthcare service provider that specializes in telehealthcare solutions aimed at children with autism. The company offers a personalized care approach through its platform, which incorporates artificial intelligence to create tailored programs that cater to the individual needs of each child. In addition to its telehealth services, Forta also provides applied behavior analysis therapy through online training programs, enhancing the accessibility and effectiveness of care for families.

Adsum

Seed Round in 2022
Adsum is a London-based fintech company founded in 2020 that focuses on providing instant value-added tax (VAT) refunds and tax credits for businesses in the UK. The company offers a software solution that streamlines the VAT refund process through embedded software integrations with partner organizations. By leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning, Adsum aims to simplify the tax credit process, reduce human error, and support business growth. With its innovative approach, Adsum seeks to enhance the financial efficiency of its clients by facilitating quick access to tax benefits.

Clicoh

Series A in 2022
Clicoh is a startup born in Cordoba, Argentina in 2018 that provides fulfillment and logistics solutions through innovation and technology for digital companies in Latam.

Hour One

Series A in 2022
Hour One AI specializes in artificial intelligence technology for synthetic video creation. Founded in 2019 and based in Vancouver, Canada, the company offers a cloud-based platform that allows businesses to create high-quality presenter videos quickly and cost-effectively. By utilizing computer-generated characters that are photo-realistic, Hour One streamlines the video production process, enabling users to generate and edit thousands of videos across various business sectors. The platform features ready-to-use templates and supports multiple languages, making it accessible for companies to produce professional videos at scale without the traditional hurdles of video production.

PhableCare

Series B in 2022
PhableCare creates an ecosystem of patients, doctors, hospitals, health devices, insurance, and patient care service providers. In India, 1 in 4 people suffer from chronic ailments. Meanwhile, 80% of patients cannot comply to the treatment plan provided by the doctor leading to even more complications. This poses a huge burden on the healthcare system. Phable solves this by making care autonomous and predictive. Our AI-enabled health assistant significantly improves health outcomes by enabling disease-specific guidance and continuous monitoring.

SteadyPay

Series A in 2022
SteadyPay Limited, founded in 2017 and based in London, United Kingdom, focuses on enhancing the financial wellness of gig economy workers. The company provides a mobile application that allows users to securely link their bank accounts, enabling SteadyPay to calculate their average income. When a worker's income falls below this average, SteadyPay offers a top-up to bring their income back to the average level, without charging interest. This subscription-based service helps gig workers manage their finances more effectively, allowing them to budget confidently for everyday expenses and reducing their reliance on high-cost credit options that can lead to debt. By smoothing out income volatility, SteadyPay aims to support the financial stability of those in the gig economy.

WealthKernel

Series A in 2022
WealthKernel Ltd. is a London-based company established in 2015 that specializes in providing a comprehensive API for automated financial services. The platform facilitates access to financial advice for mass affluent customers in the U.K. and the European Union, offering solutions through both human advisors and user-friendly digital interfaces. WealthKernel operates as a wealth management platform, delivering compliance and distribution as a service, which includes investment management and infrastructure support tools. This enables institutions to enhance their wealth management offerings, allowing them to digitally distribute investment products and reach a broader market beyond traditional high net worth individuals.

Bolt

Series E in 2022
Bolt is a company dedicated to enhancing e-commerce by providing a streamlined checkout experience. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, Bolt offers a platform that enables retailers to facilitate secure, one-click checkouts for their customers, eliminating the need for passwords or repeated personal information. This approach not only simplifies the purchasing process but also improves conversion rates and customer retention for businesses. A growing number of retailers, including well-known brands such as REVOLVE, Casper, Badgley Mischka, and Benefit Cosmetics, utilize Bolt's services to meet the demand for efficient and user-friendly online shopping experiences. By democratizing commerce, Bolt aims to strengthen the connection between retailers and their customers.

Refyne

Series B in 2022
Refyne is a company that partners with organizations to provide on-demand Earned Wage Access (EWA) to employees, allowing them to access a portion of their earned salary before payday. The platform aims to enhance financial literacy among staff and promote a stress-free and productive work environment. By offering real-time access to wages, Refyne helps employees, including both salaried workers and contractors, to avoid high-interest loans and other exploitative financial options that can lead to debt. The technology is designed to be easily integrated into existing systems, enabling businesses to foster a positive work culture and improve employee retention. Overall, Refyne's approach supports financial resilience and responsible financial management for the workforce.

Learnerbly

Series A in 2021
Learnerbly is a London-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in an online workplace learning platform. The platform is designed to facilitate the development of employees by curating tailored learning and development opportunities that foster professional growth. It enables organizations to create company-specific playlists for knowledge sharing, upload internal content, and organize events, thereby empowering employees to take ownership of their development. Learnerbly connects users to a variety of curated content and opportunities, including internships and entry-level jobs, allowing them to gain practical experience in entrepreneurial environments. The platform is utilized by progressive businesses to enhance their learning initiatives and support employees in applying their skills effectively.

Obligo

Series B in 2021
Obligo, Inc. is a financial technology company based in New York, founded in 2017, that specializes in providing open banking solutions to simplify the rental process for both tenants and landlords by eliminating the need for security deposits. Its primary offering, Obligo, allows tenants to authorize landlords to charge a limited amount for potential damages instead of requiring a cash deposit. This model enables landlords to receive compensation for claims quickly while allowing tenants to repay any charges in installments. Obligo's innovative approach combines AI-based underwriting with open banking technology, making it a unique non-insurance alternative to traditional security deposits. The platform enhances the tenant-landlord relationship by promoting fairness, trust, and accountability, while also helping property owners streamline their operations and adapt to evolving regulatory requirements.

KhataBook

Series C in 2021
KhataBook is a rapidly growing SaaS company in India that offers a smartphone-based ledger application aimed at micro, small, and medium businesses. The application assists entrepreneurs in managing their business and personal credits by securely tracking transactions, sending automatic payment reminders, and facilitating online payment collections through UPI and QR codes. With the goal of enhancing efficiency and reducing costs, KhataBook has made a significant impact on India's business landscape, earning recognition as the "Best Innovative Mobile App" at the India Digital Awards in 2020. The platform is available in over 11 languages and boasts more than 20 million registered users, reflecting its widespread adoption among merchants in the country.

Honest

Series A in 2021
Honest is a company focused on developing financial products that enhance users' experience with economical transactions. It offers a credit card application characterized by no annual fees, low interest rates on purchases and balance transfers, as well as rewards points for every transaction. These features are designed to help customers build their credit history and improve their overall financial well-being. By prioritizing user-friendly financial solutions, Honest aims to make financial management accessible and beneficial for its customers.

Factorin

Venture Round in 2021
Factorin is a Moscow-based company that operates a blockchain-powered supply chain and trade finance platform, established in 2019. The platform automates the exchange of data and legally relevant documents between business parties, eliminating manual processes to enhance security and confidentiality. By utilizing blockchain technology, Factorin improves the efficiency of trade finance transactions, making them faster, more transparent, and more secure. The company's solutions also streamline anti-money laundering (AML) and know your customer (KYC) processes, significantly reducing costs and transaction times while minimizing the risks of fraud and human errors.

Market Kurly

Series F in 2021
Market Kurly is an online premium grocery service that compares quality and price when looking for good ingredients for foreign goodies. Market Kurly is a food delivery and logistics platform that enables users to order food via the website and receive it the following morning. The company delivers fresh high-end desserts, bread, milk, bottled water, condiments such as flour & salt, processed foods, and more. The company was founded in 2015 and based in Seoul, South Korea.

Ably Realtime

Series B in 2021
Ably Realtime offers a suite of developer tools and global cloud infrastructure designed to facilitate the creation of real-time applications. By providing a robust platform that simplifies the complexities of building and maintaining global data stream networks, Ably enables developers to implement powerful event-driven features such as chat, live updates, and device control. The company supports various high-demand applications, including transit information and sports score updates, allowing organizations to focus on innovation while reducing operational burdens. Ably's APIs are crafted for consistency and functionality across platforms, catering to the needs of developers and large engineering teams. With a commitment to enhancing real-time infrastructure, Ably aims to support the future of an internet-driven world characterized by advancements in autonomous vehicles, IoT networks, and AI technologies.

Trax

Series E in 2021
Trax Technology Solutions Pte Ltd. specializes in providing in-store execution solutions, focusing on image recognition technology that transforms mobile images into actionable insights for the retail sector. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Singapore, Trax serves tier-one manufacturers and channel partners both locally and internationally. Its innovative platform enables sales representatives to access detailed information about product availability, shelf share, pricing, and compliance swiftly through mobile devices. This technology enhances operational efficiency and effectiveness for consumer goods companies. Trax has established itself as a leader in computer vision solutions for the consumer packaged goods industry, partnering with various innovators in IoT technologies to capture retail realities. The company's clientele includes major global brands, and it operates offices across multiple regions, including APAC, Europe, the Middle East, North America, and South America.

Carta

Secondary Market in 2021
Carta, Inc., established in 2012 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, operates as a SEC-registered transfer agent for private companies. Its core business is an online platform that facilitates electronic management of equity for corporations, involving shareholders, employees, auditors, and legal counsel. The platform offers services such as cap table management, corporate governance, 409A valuations, compliance, and electronic stock issuance. It serves venture-backed small businesses, enterprises, and pre-IPO companies in the United States and internationally. Additionally, Carta aims to simplify private market investments and participation through its platform, fostering growth and transparency in the private capital sector.

Obligo

Series A in 2020
Obligo, Inc. is a financial technology company based in New York, founded in 2017, that specializes in providing open banking solutions to simplify the rental process for both tenants and landlords by eliminating the need for security deposits. Its primary offering, Obligo, allows tenants to authorize landlords to charge a limited amount for potential damages instead of requiring a cash deposit. This model enables landlords to receive compensation for claims quickly while allowing tenants to repay any charges in installments. Obligo's innovative approach combines AI-based underwriting with open banking technology, making it a unique non-insurance alternative to traditional security deposits. The platform enhances the tenant-landlord relationship by promoting fairness, trust, and accountability, while also helping property owners streamline their operations and adapt to evolving regulatory requirements.

Bnext

Series A in 2020
Bnext is a fintech platform based in Madrid, Spain, that functions as a supermarket for financial products. It offers users the ability to create a current account quickly, providing nearly all the functionalities of a traditional bank without the need to engage with one. Users can consolidate their financial information by linking external accounts on the platform. The core innovation of Bnext is its Marketplace, where users can explore a diverse range of financial products from various fintechs and banks, all selected to meet their specific needs. This platform allows users to purchase and manage these products seamlessly within the app, without incurring excessive fees. Rather than focusing on selling numerous products, Bnext collaborates with fintechs to present the best available offers, encompassing services such as real estate investments, mutual funds, loans, and crowdfunding. By progressively integrating leading market products, Bnext aims to redefine banking by becoming a comprehensive financial service provider without the limitations of a traditional bank.

Advisable

Seed Round in 2020
Advisable operates as a freelance marketplace that connects organizations with skilled marketing specialists. The platform facilitates the process of identifying, screening, and hiring marketing professionals, enabling clients to access a diverse pool of talent. Additionally, Advisable offers digital agency services, including web and concept design, digital marketing, technical implementations, and social media strategy. By leveraging in-house technology, the company aims to empower both freelancers and businesses, ensuring that ambitious individuals can find meaningful work while clients receive tailored marketing solutions.

Healthlane

Convertible Note in 2020
Healthlane is a healthcare technology company that operates an online application aimed at enhancing access to quality and affordable healthcare services in Africa. Established in 2020 and headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria, with additional offices in Yaounde, Cameroon, and San Francisco, California, the platform facilitates users in tracking medical appointments and consolidating their health data. It offers features such as virtual medical advice on various health topics, including pregnancy, vaccinations, lab results, family planning, and insurance records. By enabling direct communication with certified doctors, Healthlane empowers individuals to make informed health decisions and efficiently monitor their health status.

Ably Realtime

Series A in 2020
Ably Realtime offers a suite of developer tools and global cloud infrastructure designed to facilitate the creation of real-time applications. By providing a robust platform that simplifies the complexities of building and maintaining global data stream networks, Ably enables developers to implement powerful event-driven features such as chat, live updates, and device control. The company supports various high-demand applications, including transit information and sports score updates, allowing organizations to focus on innovation while reducing operational burdens. Ably's APIs are crafted for consistency and functionality across platforms, catering to the needs of developers and large engineering teams. With a commitment to enhancing real-time infrastructure, Ably aims to support the future of an internet-driven world characterized by advancements in autonomous vehicles, IoT networks, and AI technologies.

Cuvva

Series A in 2019
Cuvva Limited is a London-based insurance provider that specializes in motor and travel insurance products through its mobile application. Founded in 2014, the company offers a range of flexible insurance options, including temporary car insurance, pay monthly car insurance, single trip travel insurance, and learner driver insurance. Cuvva's platform is designed to provide hassle-free coverage, allowing users to obtain policies quickly and easily, often within minutes. With a focus on flexibility, Cuvva has issued approximately 6 million policies and served over 760,000 customers, providing comprehensive support and ensuring users can manage their insurance needs effectively.

MEL Science

Series A in 2019
MEL Science Ltd is a London-based educational technology company founded in 2014 with an additional office in Petersburg, Russia. It specializes in developing chemistry education subscription kits for students, combining hands-on experiments with digital learning tools. Each kit includes chemical reagents, step-by-step instructions, and access to a complementary smartphone/tablet application and website featuring scientific stories aligned with school curricula. MEL Science also offers virtual reality lessons covering key chemistry topics. Their mobile application provides 3D molecular models and explanations of chemical reactions.

Monday.com

Series D in 2019
Monday.com is a global technology company that develops and markets a customizable work management platform, known as the monday.com Work OS. This platform enables organizations across diverse industries to build and tailor software tools to fit their specific needs, fostering transparency and efficiency. With teams worldwide, monday.com serves over 152,000 customers in more than 200 countries, supporting various use cases and business verticals.

Market Beyond

Venture Round in 2019
Market Beyond is an e-commerce analytics company founded in 2016 and based in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel. It specializes in providing actionable insights to Fortune 500 brands and online retailers, helping them optimize inefficiencies at the product level. Utilizing advanced machine learning and artificial intelligence, Market Beyond analyzes billions of online shopping journeys to identify and correct deficiencies in product assortments, pricing strategies, website traffic, and other conversion factors. This innovative approach enables e-commerce companies to enhance their performance and achieve growth in both revenue and market share.

Lemonade

Series D in 2019
Lemonade, Inc. is an innovative insurance company that provides a range of insurance products in the United States and Europe, including homeowners, renters, and landlord insurance. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in New York, the company utilizes artificial intelligence and behavioral economics to streamline the insurance process, eliminating traditional brokers and paperwork. By employing advanced technology, Lemonade offers instant service and sets competitive rates for its policies. The company also acts as an agent for other insurance providers, further expanding its offerings. With a commitment to social good, Lemonade aims to transform the insurance industry by prioritizing transparency and efficiency.

Peek

Series B in 2018
Peek Travel, Inc. is a travel activities marketplace based in San Francisco, California, specializing in tour operator software that facilitates the discovery and booking of tours and activities across the United States. Founded in 2011, Peek offers a platform that connects customers with a curated selection of experiences, allowing users to easily book activities online. The company empowers operators by providing them with tools to manage and grow their businesses effectively. Peek's website and mobile app serve as marketing channels, generating new customer interest by making thousands of activities accessible and bookable anytime, anywhere. Through its technology, Peek aims to create lasting memories for travelers by connecting them with everyday adventures.

Visual Factories

Seed Round in 2018
Visual Factories Ltd specializes in designing and developing performance improvement software known as the Performance Improvement Management System (PIM). This software facilitates real-time monitoring, analysis, and control of production processes, enhancing productivity in the manufacturing and metal cutting sectors. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, Visual Factories offers a plug-and-play platform that visualizes individual machine performance, enabling organizations to make informed operational decisions swiftly. By providing a shared view of machine performance across all levels of an organization, the company empowers manufacturers to optimize their production results and set achievable goals, thereby improving overall efficiency and performance management.
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