eLama is a digital marketing automation platform designed to simplify online advertising management for businesses and agencies worldwide. The company's platform enables users to create and run advertising campaigns across multiple online platforms simultaneously, including Google Ads and Facebook. By streamlining workflows, eLama helps small businesses find new customers through efficient online marketing channels without the need for in-house marketing specialists. The platform also offers tools for launching new campaigns, copying existing ones, and ordering advertisement creation, customization, and consultancy, allowing clients to monitor expenses and manage advertising directly from their interface or through integrated advertising systems.
BandLink
Acquisition in 2022
BandLink is a fast growing network for musicians. Use it to promote, connect with musicians, find a band to join or run auditions for your own band.
ClickHouse
Series B in 2021
ClickHouse is an open-source database management system specializing in online analytical processing (OLAP). It uniquely stores data column-wise, reducing storage needs and enhancing query performance through vectorized processing. This design enables real-time analytics by efficiently handling large datasets, offering enterprises a reliable, scalable solution for data processing.
Wind-Israel
Acquisition in 2021
Wind-Israel is a micro-mobility company that offers convenient last-mile transportation services.
ClickHouse
Series A in 2021
ClickHouse is an open-source database management system specializing in online analytical processing (OLAP). It uniquely stores data column-wise, reducing storage needs and enhancing query performance through vectorized processing. This design enables real-time analytics by efficiently handling large datasets, offering enterprises a reliable, scalable solution for data processing.
Commercial Bank Acropol
Acquisition in 2021
Commercial Bank Acropol is a universal financial institution that offers a comprehensive array of banking services to both corporate and private clients. It specializes in international settlements, cash services, internet banking, deposit services, credit facilities, and currency exchange operations. The bank aims to enhance its service offerings continuously while expanding its product range to meet the diverse needs of small and medium-sized enterprises as well as individual customers. Its development strategy focuses on establishing a modern banking entity that delivers competitive services across various sectors of the financial market. Key to its success are careful management of funds, a balanced approach to operations, and the adoption of advanced banking technologies, along with a commitment to sound business planning and regional expansion.
Chaevieprosto
Acquisition in 2021
Chaevieprosto helps in increasing the income and motivation of employees to accept tips when paying by card or phone. It service for restaurants, couriers, beauty salons, hotels, and other companies.
Genotek
Corporate Round in 2020
Genotek is a provider of DNA testing services that enables individuals to access valuable genetic information. The company specializes in a range of genetic tests, including predisposition tests that help individuals understand their risk for certain health conditions, tests for inherited diseases aimed at saving lives, and carrier screening to assist in family planning. Genotek's services also encompass DNA analysis and research focused on revealing and preventing rare hereditary diseases, as well as facilitating the discovery of biological relatives and determining ancestry and ethnic composition. By offering these services, Genotek aims to empower individuals with the knowledge necessary to make informed medical decisions and enhance their overall quality of life.
K50 is a developer of tools designed for the management and optimization of contextual advertising. Based in Russia, the company offers a suite of products that includes K50: Generator, which automates the creation of contextual ads based on a commodity matrix, and K50: Conversion, a bid automation service that supports management in various advertising systems such as Google Adwords and Yandex.Direct. Additionally, K50 provides K50: Navigator, a business intelligence tool for monitoring advertising performance, and K50: Rules, which facilitates monetization strategies for audiences. The platform utilizes smart algorithms that analyze data from web analytics and advertisers' internal metrics to enhance campaign effectiveness and decision-making. K50 operates as a subsidiary of Yandex N.V.
Avride
Corporate Round in 2020
Avride is a developer and operator of autonomous vehicles and delivery robots. The company is dedicated to enhancing road safety and accessibility for all, with a fundamental belief in the transformative capabilities of technology.
Avride
Convertible Note in 2020
Avride is a developer and operator of autonomous vehicles and delivery robots. The company is dedicated to enhancing road safety and accessibility for all, with a fundamental belief in the transformative capabilities of technology.
Yandex.Market
Secondary Market in 2020
Yandex.Market is an e-commerce platform specializing in creating a B2C online retail marketplace. It offers a diverse range of consumer products, including beauty items, sports equipment, clothing, and pharmacy goods. The platform aims to enhance the shopping experience by providing express delivery services, allowing customers to conveniently purchase a variety of products from their preferred locations.
Bookform
Acquisition in 2019
Bookform is a provider of online booking and reservation services based in Moscow, Russia. The company specializes in facilitating online recording and customer accounting for a variety of service businesses. Its offerings cater to multiple sectors, including beauty, entertainment, travel, car rentals, and legal services. By streamlining the booking process, Bookform enhances operational efficiency for service providers while improving the customer experience.
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.
TicketSteam
Acquisition in 2019
TicketSteam is a St. Petersburg-based company that provides a high-tech ticketing solution for event organizers in the cultural, entertainment, and sports sectors. The company's system automates all business processes associated with ticket sales, enabling institutions and organizers to efficiently manage their operations related to the distribution of tickets for various events, including theater performances, concerts, and sporting activities. By streamlining these processes, TicketSteam enhances the overall experience for both event organizers and spectators.
TheQuestion
Acquisition in 2019
TheQuestion is an online question-and-answer social network designed to enhance knowledge sharing. The platform connects individuals seeking information with a diverse array of professionals, including scientists, researchers, lawyers, doctors, and psychologists. Users can pose questions and receive clear, professional responses, facilitating a more informed understanding of various topics. By focusing on a unique approach to information retrieval, TheQuestion aims to bridge the gap between complex inquiries and accessible answers, promoting effective communication and knowledge dissemination in an engaging online environment.
Edadil
Acquisition in 2018
Edadil is a company that operates a mobile application designed to help users save money on grocery purchases by aggregating coupons and discount codes. The app serves as a price comparison platform, providing users with real-time updates on discounts and introductory deals across a range of products, including groceries, cosmetics, and various goods. By offering this information, Edadil enables consumers to make informed choices and find affordable pricing, ultimately enhancing their shopping experience.
DOC+ is a Moscow-based healthcare company founded in 2015 that focuses on connecting patients with medical professionals through a comprehensive digital platform. Initially launched as a doctor-house-call service, DOC+ has evolved into the first mobile clinic in Russia, offering a range of services including telemedicine consultations via chat, audio, or video calls, as well as the ability to order in-home visits and receive prescriptions. The platform also provides users with electronic health records, personalized health services, and access to a network of verified medical partners. By prioritizing affordability and accessibility, DOC+ aims to transform healthcare in Russia by leveraging advanced technologies and personalized care solutions. The company's mission is to ensure that patients can access high-quality medical services conveniently and efficiently, thus improving overall healthcare delivery.
Toplivo v Bak
Acquisition in 2018
Toplivo v Bak is a company that specializes in delivering fuel directly to parked cars for car-sharing companies and private clients. By offering an application-based refueling service, Toplivo v Bak enables users to conveniently book fuel deliveries from their homes or offices. This innovative approach helps clients avoid the hassle of traffic jams and long waits at traditional gas stations, streamlining the refueling process and enhancing the overall user experience.
MLU B.V.
Corporate Round in 2018
MLU is ride-sharing business of Yandex (NASDAQ: YNDX) and Uber (NYSE: UBER) across Russia and six neighboring countries. Since then it has been operating ride-sharing services in Russia and the CIS under the “Yandex.Taxi” and “Uber” brands. MLU is actively using its technological and operational expertise to expand into international markets. As of today, it offers ride-sharing services in 18 countries including in Eastern Europe, Africa and the Middle East. MLU also operates its food delivery service Yandex.Eats and meal kit service Yandex.Chef.
Foodfox
Acquisition in 2017
Foodfox is an online food delivery service headquartered in Moscow, Russia, specializing in delivering high-quality restaurant meals directly to customers' homes or offices in 45 minutes or less. The company operates a web and mobile-based platform that allows users to easily order food from a curated selection of local restaurants. Foodfox distinguishes itself by focusing on fast, transparent, and reliable delivery, offering an enhanced food ordering experience. Since its inception, the company has expanded its service coverage beyond the city center of Moscow. Foodfox is a subsidiary of Yandex.Taxi and benefits from a management team with diverse backgrounds in management consulting, investment banking, and industry expertise.
DOC+ is a Moscow-based healthcare company founded in 2015 that focuses on connecting patients with medical professionals through a comprehensive digital platform. Initially launched as a doctor-house-call service, DOC+ has evolved into the first mobile clinic in Russia, offering a range of services including telemedicine consultations via chat, audio, or video calls, as well as the ability to order in-home visits and receive prescriptions. The platform also provides users with electronic health records, personalized health services, and access to a network of verified medical partners. By prioritizing affordability and accessibility, DOC+ aims to transform healthcare in Russia by leveraging advanced technologies and personalized care solutions. The company's mission is to ensure that patients can access high-quality medical services conveniently and efficiently, thus improving overall healthcare delivery.
DOC+ is a Moscow-based healthcare company founded in 2015 that focuses on connecting patients with medical professionals through a comprehensive digital platform. Initially launched as a doctor-house-call service, DOC+ has evolved into the first mobile clinic in Russia, offering a range of services including telemedicine consultations via chat, audio, or video calls, as well as the ability to order in-home visits and receive prescriptions. The platform also provides users with electronic health records, personalized health services, and access to a network of verified medical partners. By prioritizing affordability and accessibility, DOC+ aims to transform healthcare in Russia by leveraging advanced technologies and personalized care solutions. The company's mission is to ensure that patients can access high-quality medical services conveniently and efficiently, thus improving overall healthcare delivery.
Agnitum
Acquisition in 2015
Agnitum Limited is a company that specializes in the development and licensing of security software solutions tailored for business, home, and educational users. It focuses on providing comprehensive internet security services, including firewall and antivirus software, primarily for desktop and laptop systems. Based in Russia, Agnitum caters to a diverse range of clients by delivering effective solutions designed to protect against various digital threats.
Soventix
Acquisition in 2014
Soventix is a privately held global project developer specializing in the solar energy sector. The company focuses on the development, turnkey realization, and financing of high-yield solar parks and hybrid energy plants, catering primarily to institutional investment firms. By leveraging innovative technology and expertise, Soventix aims to advance sustainable energy solutions while ensuring efficient project delivery and management.
Metabar
Acquisition in 2014
Metabar is a Russian platform for creating and maintaining browser extensions for media/news sites. Company was created in 2011, had more than 1m users and was funded by Runa Capital. Metabar was acquired by Yandex in 2014.
PriceLabs
Acquisition in 2014
PriceLabs is the developer of a price monitoring and optimization solution, and abruptly ended.
ADFOX specializes in developing and providing as a service technologies for independent management, monitoring and analysis of the effectiveness of online advertising. ADFOX provides services to participants in the market of internet advertising such as media sites, advertisers, client, and agencies. The technology of ADFOX consists the latest inventions in the field of management, accounting, and analysis of internet advertising. With this ADFOX products can be used for management of ad traffic to a website or advertising campaigns ADFOX is a member of the Russian branch of the international organization Interactive Advertising Bureau. As part of the IAB, it is involved in the work on the implementation of standards of internet advertising, market research, and educational projects. ADFOX company was founded in 2005.
Auto.Ru
Acquisition in 2014
Auto.Ru is the largest advertising and information portal for automobiles in Russia, headquartered in Moscow. It operates an online automotive selling platform that features a comprehensive database of new and second-hand vehicles, including cars, motorcycles, electric vehicles, trucks, and auto parts. The platform also provides a wide range of services and resources, such as a catalogue of brands and models, sharing of maintenance experiences, owner feedback, automotive news, and job search opportunities related to the industry. Auto.Ru serves as a central hub for both buyers and sellers in the automotive market, facilitating transactions and enhancing the overall customer experience.
AVO Virtual Roaming Solution is a new generation telecom platform, which provides global mobile coverage for mobile carriers and virtual mobile operators, avoiding classic roaming interconnections with foreign operators or roaming hubs.
SalesPredict
Series A in 2014
SalesPredict, founded in 2012, is a provider of predictive analytics solutions aimed at helping B2B companies enhance revenue generation. The company specializes in identifying high-potential prospects and delivering insights that accelerate sales cycles and improve conversion rates. By utilizing advanced predictive analytics, SalesPredict offers Customer Lifecycle Intelligence that goes beyond traditional lead scoring. It integrates and analyzes data from customer relationship management systems, marketing automation tools, proprietary sources, social media, and the open web to uncover valuable leads and identify prospects most likely to convert. This comprehensive approach enables sales, marketing, and customer success teams to engage more effectively with prospects and clients throughout the customer lifecycle, ultimately maximizing revenue at every stage.
KitLocate
Acquisition in 2014
KitLocate is a developer of location-based technology solutions that enable mobile applications to become location-aware on both iOS and Android platforms. The company's primary offering is a software development kit (SDK) that allows developers to integrate efficient and battery-friendly location tracking into their apps. This technology enables real-time user engagement, allowing brands to deliver relevant services and offers to users precisely when and where they need them. KitLocate's platform combines advanced location tracking capabilities with big data analytics and robust messaging tools, facilitating enhanced user experiences and driving brand loyalty. The SDK is designed to be easy to implement, ensuring accurate geo data and offering features such as geo-fencing. Overall, KitLocate provides a comprehensive solution for developers and marketers seeking to leverage consumer location intelligence for improved engagement and sales.
Multiship
Funding Round in 2014
Sales in the regions of Russia - a "gold mine" of modern e-commerce.
Kinopoisk
Acquisition in 2013
Kinopoisk is a prominent Russian website dedicated to cinematography. It offers comprehensive information about movies, TV shows, and actors, serving as a valuable resource for cinephiles. Additionally, the platform incorporates social networking features, allowing users to engage with each other based on their shared interests in film and television. Kinopoisk has established itself as one of the most popular movie portals within the Russian internet community.
Wikidata is a free knowledge base that can be read and edited by humans and machines alike. It is for data what Wikimedia Commons is for media files: it centralizes access to and management of structured data, such as interwiki references and statistical information. Wikidata contains data in every language supported by the MediaWiki software.
Seismotech
Series A in 2012
Seismotech LLC specializes in the processing and interpretation of 2D and 3D seismic data, utilizing advanced algorithmic solutions and software developed through scientific research. Founded in 2010 and based in Moscow, the company provides comprehensive consulting services in seismic data processing and interpretation. Seismotech's expertise lies in developing innovative methods for geophysical data analysis, positioning it as a key player in the field of seismic technology.
GBooking
Seed Round in 2012
GBooking Ltd. is a company that specializes in developing an online booking and appointment scheduling system tailored for various industries, including healthcare, automotive, food, sports and fitness, legal services, government, education, and beauty care. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island, GBooking aims to optimize the buyer-seller relationship by enhancing convenience and efficiency in service selection. The platform allows users to search, compare, and book a diverse range of services while also serving as a marketing channel for small and medium enterprises. Through its innovative approach, GBooking enables businesses to convert missed leads into paying customers and effectively manage their customer interactions, ultimately maximizing profitability and improving user experience.
SPB Software
Acquisition in 2011
SPB Software is a global company developing software for mobile devices and smartphones running Windows Mobile, Symbian, iPhone, BlackBerry and Android OS operating systems. SPB Software is known as a mobile industry market leader having produced some of the most popular software apps for the mobile environment worldwide. SPB Software's most popular application is the SPB Mobile Shell - a unique user interface for touchscreen devices that is compatible with most mobile operating systems: Android, Symbian, Windows Mobile and more. It has been described by The New York Times as an app that makes for a much more user-friendly phone. SPB Software was formed in 1999 in Saint-Petersburg, Russia. The first mobile application was released by SPB in 2001. In 2003 the company won the Developer of the Year award by Handango, the leading provider of mobile content. The company holding the Developer of the Year title in 2006, 2007 and 2009. Now SPB Software is developing apps for all of the major mobile phone platforms. SPB Software also works with phone makers and mobile operators in various countries to develop customized versions of its software and optimized applications for particular devices.
Blekko
Venture Round in 2011
Blekko is a search company established in 2007 by Rich Skrenta and a team that includes members from Topix and Netscape's Open Directory. The company specializes in offering a web search engine and a mobile application, as well as a social news platform designed to filter search results. Blekko allows users to search for content based on specific categories relevant to their queries, differentiating itself in the competitive search engine market. The company has attracted investment from Baseline Ventures and several former Google employees, highlighting its innovative approach to enhancing online search experiences.
The Tweeted Times
Acquisition in 2011
The Tweeted Times is a personalized news service operated by Semantic Dimension Inc., founded by five individuals based in Moscow, Zurich, and San Francisco. The company's business model revolves around providing small businesses with tailored news content across various topics through its online platform, ensuring users receive the most relevant and up-to-date information.
Refine.io
Seed Round in 2011
Refine.io build interactive, functional prototypes in about the same time as a wireframe.
Loginza
Acquisition in 2011
Loginza is a company that specializes in providing a single sign-in service, enabling users to access multiple popular web portals and services through a unified login system. Utilizing the OpenID protocol, Loginza offers a widget that allows developers and webmasters to implement streamlined authentication for online accounts. This service simplifies the login process by allowing users to authenticate themselves using a common portal, thereby enhancing user experience and security across various online platforms.
WebVisor
Acquisition in 2010
WebVisor specializes in website visitor behavior analysis, offering insights into user interactions through the recording and analysis of activities such as mouse movements, clicks, text copying, keystrokes, form filling, and window switching. By capturing these detailed behaviors, WebVisor enables businesses to understand how visitors engage with their websites, providing valuable data that can inform design and functionality improvements. The service is designed to integrate seamlessly with Yandex.Metrica, enhancing the overall visitor statistics and analytics capabilities available to its users.
Vizi Labs
Series B in 2010
Vizi Labs is a new and exciting startup located in Israel, focused at research and development of image processing technologies.
Face.com is a developer of facial recognition software that specializes in enhancing the efficiency and accuracy of identifying faces in photographs uploaded through web and mobile applications. The company’s primary offerings include the Photo Finder application, which assists users in locating untagged photos of themselves and their friends on social networks, and the Photo Tagger, which simplifies the process of bulk-tagging friends in photo albums. Headquartered in Tel Aviv and New York, Face.com leverages its proprietary facial recognition technologies to improve the user experience in photo sharing and organization.
Mediaselling
Acquisition in 2008
Mediaselling is a company that was acquired by Yandex in 2008.
Smilink
Acquisition in 2008
Smilink LLC is a Russian road traffic monitoring agency.
Moikrug
Acquisition in 2007
Moikrug is a social networking platform specifically designed for professionals in Russia. The website enables users to manage their contacts while facilitating the discovery of friends and colleagues. Additionally, it offers employers the ability to identify potential employees and advisors through recommendations from their network. By focusing on professional connections, Moikrug aims to enhance collaboration and networking within the Russian professional landscape.