M12

M12 is the corporate venture capital arm of Microsoft, established to invest in technology startups and scale-ups. Based in San Francisco and operating across North America and Israel, it seeks opportunities in cloud infrastructure, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, deep tech, developer tools, vertical software-as-a-service, Web3, and gaming, targeting Series A and later rounds. The firm focuses on strategic investments aligned with Microsoft’s technology priorities, supporting early-stage and growth-stage companies that build cloud computing, ML, and security solutions, as well as business applications and infrastructure. M12 collaborates with portfolio companies to accelerate product development and market adoption, leveraging Microsoft’s ecosystem and resources. The team engages with startups that complement Microsoft’s platforms and investments, aiming to drive innovation in enterprise software, developer productivity, and next-generation technology.