Kindred Ventures

Kindred Ventures LLC is a venture capital firm founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, California. The firm specializes in early-stage investments, focusing on a diverse range of sectors including consumer products, healthcare, information technology, e-commerce, blockchain, artificial intelligence, and machine learning. Led by Steve Jang and Kanyi Maqubela, Kindred Ventures has a track record of investing in over 100 companies through its seed-stage venture capital fund. The firm aims to support innovative startups that have the potential to reshape their respective industries. Additionally, Kindred Ventures is recognized as a Registered Investment Adviser, highlighting its commitment to regulatory compliance and investor protection.

Evan Chen

Investor

Holyn Kanake

Associate

Kanyi Maqubela

Managing Partner

Past deals in Video

Hour One

Series A in 2022
Hour One AI, founded in 2019 and based in Vancouver, Canada, specializes in creating synthetic video content using artificial intelligence technology. The company is recognized as a leading provider of synthetic characters based on real individuals, facilitating businesses in enhancing communication with their customers. Hour One produces high-quality, photo-realistic videos through a vast repository of ready-to-use characters, enabling rapid content generation in multiple languages for a global audience. Its platform leverages extensive cloud infrastructure to maintain character assets and efficiently generate and edit thousands of videos across various business sectors, supporting agencies in producing engaging content with minimal obstacles.

Snack

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Snack is a video-first dating application that enables users to connect with potential matches through engaging video content. The platform allows individuals to create and post videos on a feed, facilitating real-time interactions and a more dynamic approach to online dating. By combining traditional matching algorithms with the ability to flirt-stream, Snack provides a unique environment for users to express themselves and connect creatively with others. This innovative approach to dating aims to enhance user engagement and foster meaningful connections in a modern digital landscape.

Hour One

Seed Round in 2020
Hour One AI, founded in 2019 and based in Vancouver, Canada, specializes in creating synthetic video content using artificial intelligence technology. The company is recognized as a leading provider of synthetic characters based on real individuals, facilitating businesses in enhancing communication with their customers. Hour One produces high-quality, photo-realistic videos through a vast repository of ready-to-use characters, enabling rapid content generation in multiple languages for a global audience. Its platform leverages extensive cloud infrastructure to maintain character assets and efficiently generate and edit thousands of videos across various business sectors, supporting agencies in producing engaging content with minimal obstacles.
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