VantedgeAI
Seed Round in 2022
VantedgeAI is a provider of venture debt and startup acceleration services, focusing on making capital accessible for early-stage companies. The firm offers founder-friendly acceleration capital designed to minimize dilution for entrepreneurs, allowing them to drive growth prior to completing successful equity fundraising. VantedgeAI emphasizes flexible, customized financial solutions that cater to the unique needs of its clients, while also delivering attractive returns to investors. Through its services, VantedgeAI aims to support startups in navigating the challenges of early-stage development and funding.
Reevoy provides small and mid-sized enterprises (SMEs) with a technology platform that addresses the working capital gap faced by importers. The platform facilitates connections between importers and Southeast Asian exporters, allowing users to maintain visibility throughout the entire production process, from design to final quality checks. By integrating web-based production management and visibility features, Reevoy enables SMEs to efficiently manage their supply chain. Additionally, the platform offers invoice factoring technology, which helps global brands in the fashion and home décor sectors streamline their purchasing from Southeast Asia. This comprehensive solution allows businesses to focus on their core operations without the burden of cash flow concerns.
Practically
Venture Round in 2021
Practically is an Indian EdTech company specializing in experiential learning for students aged 11 to 18. It offers a cross-platform app featuring 3D videos, AR experiences, simulations, and an AI study buddy, Proton. The app provides a comprehensive learning library, live classes, test prep, coding courses, and dedicated mentor support. Practically's B2B2C offering, Practically School Solution, gives schools and teachers free access to its teacher app. With over 1.5 million students, 18,000 teachers, and 350 schools benefiting from its platform, Practically is expanding globally, with a strong presence in the Middle East and plans for South East Asia. It has raised $14 million in funding and is available for free on major app stores.
Pintek is a financial technology company focused on enhancing access to education in Indonesia by offering affordable and flexible credit solutions. The company provides a range of financing services, including bailouts, working capital loans, installment plans, and investment funding specifically tailored for educational institutions. Pintek's non-collateral repayment program allows clients to secure loans for academic purposes with ease, thereby facilitating a more inclusive educational environment. Through its innovative approach, Pintek aims to alleviate financial barriers for students and educational providers alike.
ImaginXP is a curriculum company dedicated to enhancing education in UX Design and Design Thinking. It operates a virtual learning platform aimed at bridging the gap between industry demands and academic offerings. The company provides a range of certification courses, as well as specialization programs for both undergraduate and postgraduate students. By focusing on relevant skills and tools, ImaginXP enables students to effectively prepare for and launch their careers in the design field.
LEO1 is a financial services platform focused on providing educational lending solutions. The company specializes in offering education loans and facilitating peer-to-peer lending, making it easier for parents and students to manage tuition and related fees through flexible installment payment options. LEO1's platform connects individual borrowers with lenders in a digital environment, enhancing access to credit facilities for those pursuing educational opportunities.
FrontPage
Seed Round in 2021
FrontPage is an online financial platform focused on making stock investing more accessible to a broader audience. The company provides a space for investors to share and discuss market ideas while connecting with financial experts. Its platform facilitates interactions between market traders and experienced advisors, allowing users to receive valuable tips and insights on trading. By fostering a community where investors can learn from one another, FrontPage aims to enhance the investment experience and empower individuals to engage more effectively with the stock market.
HomeCapital
Series A in 2021
HomeCapital is a technology company dedicated to facilitating first-time home purchases through a down payment assistance platform. The company aims to accelerate homeownership by providing zero-interest financial support, which addresses one of the primary barriers for potential buyers—the challenge of saving for a down payment. By fostering direct relationships with real estate agents, HomeCapital streamlines the home buying process and helps reduce the time it takes for individuals to save the necessary funds. This innovative approach empowers aspiring homeowners to overcome financial obstacles and achieve their goal of owning a home.
AdvantageClub.ai
Seed Round in 2021
Advantage Club operates a platform in India that connects corporate employees with businesses, offering a comprehensive solution for accessing various benefits and discounts. Founded in 2014 and based in Gurugram, the company provides corporate membership programs that facilitate employee discount management. Advantage Club partners with businesses to deliver perks in areas such as dining, travel, education, wellness, shopping, entertainment, and events. It also supports corporate marketing initiatives by offering services like branding, targeted marketing, and web promotions. By fostering mutually beneficial relationships between companies and vendors, Advantage Club aims to enhance employee engagement and satisfaction through a tailored discount experience.
Bharat Housing Network
Venture Round in 2021
Bharat Housing Network provides funding, technology, and infrastructure to affordable housing finance institutions in order to increase co-lending and accelerate home development.
Practically
Series A in 2021
Practically is an Indian EdTech company specializing in experiential learning for students aged 11 to 18. It offers a cross-platform app featuring 3D videos, AR experiences, simulations, and an AI study buddy, Proton. The app provides a comprehensive learning library, live classes, test prep, coding courses, and dedicated mentor support. Practically's B2B2C offering, Practically School Solution, gives schools and teachers free access to its teacher app. With over 1.5 million students, 18,000 teachers, and 350 schools benefiting from its platform, Practically is expanding globally, with a strong presence in the Middle East and plans for South East Asia. It has raised $14 million in funding and is available for free on major app stores.
Atlas is building the operating system for restaurants, focusing on Southeast Asia. Think Shopify for restaurants -- the easiest way to start, run and grow any restaurant online and offline. The team at Atlas previously built Grain, a venture-backed online restaurant, to $20M+ in revenue. Now, Atlas is building the software that helps restaurants achieve what Grain did in 3 years in less than 3 months. Currently just launched a v1 that is already helping restaurants save >50% of cost selling online.
Chqbook is a fintech startup based in Gurugram, focused on creating India's first Market Place Bank for small business owners, including SMEs, HoReCa, and Kiranas. The company supports these entrepreneurs through five key areas: accounts, lending, insurance, rewards, and knowledge. Utilizing alternative data and collaborating with credit bureaus and financial institutions, Chqbook offers financial services to over 12,000 business owners and processes more than 40,000 customer applications each month. Its app provides access to over 60 financial products, including business loans and credit cards, all at zero fees and negotiated rates. With a customer base exceeding 200,000 across 20 cities, Chqbook has garnered numerous accolades, including the Fintech Rocketship Award and recognition at TechSparks.
Klub is a fintech company that provides revenue-based financing and growth capital to digital businesses and brands with recurring revenue. Its platform blends financial innovation, community engagement, and data-driven analytics to offer flexible capital structures for growth needs such as marketing, inventory, and capital expenditures. Klub sources capital from non-bank financial institutions and high-net-worth individuals, aligning funding with revenue performance and enabling brand owners to scale without fixed repayment schedules. The company serves entrepreneurs across sectors, focusing on brands with strong customer affinity.
GoSats is a company focused on facilitating bitcoin investment in India through a user-friendly platform. It enables individuals to earn bitcoin cashback when they shop with partnered merchants, allowing them to passively accumulate bitcoin as part of their everyday purchasing activities. By integrating shopping with investment, GoSats aims to simplify the process of becoming a bitcoin investor, thereby creating new bitcoin enthusiasts daily. The platform serves as an innovative solution for those looking to enter the cryptocurrency market without needing extensive knowledge or experience.
LIDO Learning
Seed Round in 2020
Lido Learning is an ed-tech company based in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, founded in 2019. It aims to transform education for children in India by providing an immersive online learning platform tailored for junior classes. The company offers engaging live classes that are interactive and aligned with the ICSE and CBSE syllabi. Lido Learning also develops innovative content, including animated videos and interactive games, to enhance student engagement. Its personalized platform allows for additional practice, self-paced lessons, and assessments, ultimately helping students improve their academic performance. Through its focus on interactive and enjoyable learning experiences, Lido Learning aspires to make education more accessible and effective for young learners across the country.
Aayu by MedCords
Series A in 2020
Aayu, a service by MedCords, is focused on enhancing healthcare access for underserved populations in India, particularly outside the top 15 cities. It aims to modernize the fragmented network of approximately 100,000 retail medical stores that serve 1.4 billion Indians and represent a significant portion of the domestic retail pharmaceutical market. Aayu provides a range of services, including the delivery of medicines within two hours, teleconsultations with over 5,000 specialist doctors across numerous specialties, and the ability to conduct over 160 lab tests from home. Users can also securely share their medical data and opt for the Aayu Card, which offers discounted yearly health subscriptions for family consultations. With a growing network of over 25,000 retail chemist stores and 2 million users, Aayu is positioned to be a key player in the digital transformation of healthcare in India, facilitating access to new-age healthcare brands and improving overall service delivery.
Credit Sudhaar
Venture Round in 2017
Credit Sudhaar is an Indian fintech company established in 2010 by Gaurav Wadhwani and Arun Ramamurthy. Headquartered in Mumbai with offices in Bangalore and Kolkata, the company operates an online platform offering credit advisory services and tailored financial products based on users' credit profiles. Its suite of tools includes a free credit score tracker, credit score simulator, and comprehensive credit report analysis, empowering clients to understand and manage their credit status effectively.
Wandertrails
Seed Round in 2017
Wandertrails Services Private Limited operates an online platform that allows users to find and book hotels and unique experiences across India. Founded in 2016 and based in Bengaluru, the company focuses on providing authentic, curated travel experiences through a marketplace model. Each listing undergoes thorough on-ground audits and professional creative shoots to ensure quality and authenticity. As more travelers seek distinctive adventures and offbeat accommodations, Wandertrails caters to the growing demand for easily accessible, innovative travel options. The platform not only facilitates the booking of experiential accommodations but also offers valuable information about various travel destinations and events, making it a comprehensive resource for modern travelers.
Prozo is an integrated supply chain company operating across India with a tech-enabled warehousing and freight network designed for rapid fulfillment. The company leverages its proprietary supply chain technology stack and control tower to manage the entire supply chain efficiently. Prozo caters to businesses of all sizes in B2B, D2C, and B2C segments by offering enterprise-grade supply chain capabilities on a pay-per-use basis. Its platform enhances e-commerce fulfillment through effective management of distribution, warehousing, and logistics, enabling businesses to acquire customers quickly and cost-effectively.
Stelae Technologies
Seed Round in 2015
Stelae Technologies Ltd is a software company based in Bengaluru, India, specializing in artificial intelligence-driven solutions for document analysis. Founded in 2002, Stelae Technologies develops Khemeia, a cloud-based technology that converts unstructured information into structured, enriched content suitable for indexing. This software is utilized across various sectors, including publishing and business processing outsourcing, and serves functions such as content management, document management, and business intelligence. Khemeia employs AI techniques to extract and semantically tag metadata, organize information hierarchically, and produce XML-based outputs, enabling clients to manage their data effectively. The company has gained recognition in the industry, being selected as one of the 20 Most Promising Product Companies in Asia and winning notable competitions, including the IBM Global Entrepreneur Smart Camp. Additionally, Stelae Technologies operates offices in London, United Kingdom, and Lyon, France, and is part of the SAP Start-Up Focus network.