Better Capital Ventures I

Better Capital Ventures I is a micro venture firm based in San Francisco, California, focused on creating and investing in innovative businesses that emphasize profitability and deliver significant value and impact. The firm operates through Better Labs, a portfolio of product businesses that it develops and funds, which includes ventures such as ReadyContacts, PicBackMan, DataDoctor, Magik, Simple Wall, and Maroun Place. Better Capital Ventures I targets early-stage startups across various sectors, including crypto, the creator economy, and climate, investing in 40-50 pre-seed and seed-stage companies with a median investment size of approximately USD 0.3 million.

Vaibhav Domkundwar

Investor

Past deals in South Asia

BiofuelCircle

Seed Round in 2022
BiofuelCircle is an innovative online marketplace based in India, focused on biomass and biofuels. It operates a digital platform that connects various stakeholders in the bioenergy supply chain, facilitating a circular economy for agro-waste. By establishing an organized physical ecosystem, BiofuelCircle enhances rural supply chain operations across multiple Indian states, fostering rural empowerment and generating new opportunities within the farm-to-fuel sector. The company's approach not only supports business growth but also contributes to reducing carbon footprints in the process.

Last9

Series A in 2022
Last9 Inc is a company that specializes in incident management for distributed systems through its Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) platform. Founded in 2020, it operates from Pune, India, and aims to assist engineering and DevOps teams in enhancing system reliability and visibility while facilitating the adoption of Service Level Objectives (SLOs). By providing tools that eliminate guesswork in managing distributed systems, Last9 enables engineers and emergency responders to build scalable and dependable software solutions efficiently.

Bijak

Series B in 2022
Bijak operates a B2B trade platform for India's agricultural sector. It connects traders, wholesalers, and food processors, offering transparent pricing, optimized logistics, and improved working capital cycles through digital transaction ledgers.

ZenOncoIO

Seed Round in 2021
ZenOnco offers the most advanced cancer treatment in India, including surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation.

Defy

Seed Round in 2021
Defy is Indian-based cryptocurrency exchange platform.

Virohan

Venture Round in 2021
Virohan is an innovative EdTech platform established in 2018 that focuses on training for the healthcare industry. It aims to address the gap between traditional education and industry needs through a demand-led, omnichannel training approach. Virohan utilizes a technology-driven model to deliver standardized learning outcomes at scale, emphasizing the development of core technical skills, language abilities, and life skills through gamified blended learning. The platform offers courses that include long internships at hospitals, allowing students to apply their skills in real-world settings. Its fee-based model provides financial support through installment-based repayment options once students secure employment. Virohan has successfully trained over 3,000 individuals, with more than 94% achieving job placements. With operations in 20 cities across India and partnerships with over 750 employers, the company has experienced significant growth, doubling its business year over year. By leveraging technology to predict job demand and streamline training and placement processes, Virohan enhances operational efficiency and lowers costs, positioning itself as a key player in the estimated $7.5 billion healthcare training market in India.

Khatabook

Series C in 2021
Khatabook is an Indian SaaS company empowering micro, small, and medium businesses by offering secure and efficient digital ledger solutions. It supports over 20 million registered users across 11+ languages.

Skill Lync

Series A in 2021
Skill Lync is an e-learning company based in Chennai, India, established in 2015. It specializes in providing mechanical engineering courses and aims to equip students with the technical skills necessary for their careers. The company offers a diverse range of online courses designed by industry experts from around the world, enabling students to upgrade their skills and knowledge in an affordable manner. By leveraging technology, Skill Lync focuses on enhancing the educational experience, ensuring that learners can effectively start and succeed in their chosen fields.

Airblack

Series A in 2021
Airblack Inc is a company based in Gurugram, India, that operates as a learning platform aimed at helping individuals transform their passions into viable careers. Established in 2019, Airblack offers interactive workshops that emphasize hands-on learning, equipping users with insights, techniques, and best practices to enhance their skills and advance their careers. The platform not only facilitates this transition to online entrepreneurship but also fosters a community of internet-first creators through its comprehensive online courses. Additionally, Airblack provides planning suggestions for travelers, further diversifying its offerings.

Rocket Skills

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Rocket Skills is the Edu-tech platform that seeks to make up-skilling through high quality online mentorship and structured online courses an incredibly accessible and affordable experience for anyone who aspires to start a business with a small investment. Our quest to deliver “high-quality, no-frills learning” to anybody with an internet connection is corroborated by the carefully curated list of experts who design and deliver courses with a precise, step-by-step learning approach and live video sessions for one-on-one Q&A and periodic discussions. We place special emphasis on creating a tight-knit community of entrepreneurs who’d come together in collaboration, knowledge sharing and result in a a multitude of synergies, making the Indian MSME sector the gold standard in MSME industries across the globe. While we have begun with the Agriculture-Education sector, we have not limited ourselves to this space and are building something a wider audience can resonate with.

Zingbus

Seed Round in 2021
Zingbus is an intercity bus service brand in India that focuses on safe and reliable travel by operating well-equipped buses with safety essentials. The company connects cities across the country, offering routes based on destination and journey date, and provides on-time departures, live tracking, and travel kits that include clean blankets, water bottles, and hand sanitizers to enable a predictable, punctual, and hassle-free journey.

Voosh Software technologies

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Voosh Technologies Private Limited, based in Bengaluru, India, operates a virtual multi-cuisine restaurant platform called Voosh, which was established in 2020. The platform connects various small restaurants, allowing them to compete with larger brands by co-branding under Voosh and sharing marketing expenses. Voosh enhances these restaurants' operations by providing diverse recipes and staff training, thereby helping them generate increased revenue. Additionally, Voosh offers a data visualization platform that consolidates restaurant performance data and delivers machine learning-driven insights. This feature enables restaurant management to analyze reviews and track financial performance through a centralized dashboard, aiding in informed decision-making and boosting online sales.

Railofy

Seed Round in 2020
Railofy is an Indian travel platform that focuses on rail travel, offering train ticket booking, PNR status updates, and IRCTC enquiry services. It provides a travel guarantee for waitlisted and RAC passengers at a nominal fee, pairing rail tickets with flight options at prices aligned with Tatkal fares. The service also includes food delivery and helps travelers access the airport nearest their destination station, providing an affordable, integrated backup option for rail itineraries.

Habbit Health and Nutrition

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Habbit Health and Nutrition Private Limited, established in 2019 and based in New Delhi, India, is a nutrition technology company focused on enhancing health through innovative foods and a digital ecosystem. The company develops a range of food and beverage products that prioritize health without sacrificing flavor. Its offerings include personalized items made from natural proteins, indulgent snacks, refreshing beverages, and enjoyable ice creams. By applying modern science, Habbit aims to simplify nutrition, making it accessible and rewarding for consumers seeking healthier lifestyles.

Walrus

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Walrus is a neobank in India focused on providing banking services specifically for teenagers. Recognizing the lack of suitable banking and payment solutions for this tech-savvy demographic, Walrus aims to serve around 100 million teenagers by offering a modern digital banking experience. The platform includes features such as digital bank accounts and a smart debit card, which come with curated rewards for every transaction. This approach not only facilitates financial management but also encourages users to develop good money habits and understand the complexities of financial responsibility. Through its innovative offerings, Walrus seeks to empower young individuals with financial freedom and education.

BitClass

Pre Seed Round in 2020
BitClass is a Bengaluru-based company that offers a Platform as a Service solution designed for teachers looking to establish and manage independent live classes in India. Founded in 2020, the platform simplifies the process for educators by enabling them to set up online classes quickly, even without technical expertise. It provides a centralized system for managing student registrations, sharing educational content, and collecting payments, effectively empowering teachers to grow their personal brands and transition from offline to online education. By equipping educators with the essential tools to deliver live learning experiences, BitClass facilitates the expansion of independent tutoring and enhances access to quality education.

slice

Series B in 2020
Slice is a fintech startup aimed at enhancing the financial experience for young Indians. The company offers a transparent and efficient platform designed to simplify payments and access to credit. Its flagship product, the slice card, allows users to make seamless credit payments while ensuring a high-quality mobile experience and responsive customer service. Additionally, slice provides other financial products, such as slice borrow and slice account, which facilitate fast and straightforward transactions and help users build their credit scores. By focusing on the needs of young consumers, slice seeks to improve their financial literacy and empower them in managing their money more effectively.

Last9

Seed Round in 2020
Last9 Inc is a company that specializes in incident management for distributed systems through its Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) platform. Founded in 2020, it operates from Pune, India, and aims to assist engineering and DevOps teams in enhancing system reliability and visibility while facilitating the adoption of Service Level Objectives (SLOs). By providing tools that eliminate guesswork in managing distributed systems, Last9 enables engineers and emergency responders to build scalable and dependable software solutions efficiently.

Bijak

Series A in 2020
Bijak operates a B2B trade platform for India's agricultural sector. It connects traders, wholesalers, and food processors, offering transparent pricing, optimized logistics, and improved working capital cycles through digital transaction ledgers.

Bijak

Seed Round in 2019
Bijak operates a B2B trade platform for India's agricultural sector. It connects traders, wholesalers, and food processors, offering transparent pricing, optimized logistics, and improved working capital cycles through digital transaction ledgers.

ShopKirana

Series B in 2019
ShopKirana is a B2B-commerce company founded in 2015 and headquartered in Indore, India. It focuses on enhancing the competitiveness of retailers by providing them with technology, operational expertise, and a scale advantage. The company's platform equips retailers with the necessary tools to optimize inventory management, enhance store aesthetics, and improve overall productivity. By collaborating directly with brands, ShopKirana aims to increase demand and reach a broader audience while ensuring transparency and leveraging deep market intelligence. This approach enables clients to improve their profit margins and sales, ultimately fostering a more competitive retail landscape.
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