MiddleGame Ventures

MiddleGame Ventures is a venture capital firm founded in 2017, with offices in Washington, D.C. and Luxembourg City. The firm specializes in investing in early-stage and late seed companies, primarily in the fintech sector. It focuses on businesses that are transforming financial services from analog to digital and from centralized to decentralized models. MiddleGame Ventures emphasizes investment in areas such as middleware solutions, artificial intelligence, big data, blockchain, and crypto-enabled infrastructure. The firm aims to partner with entrepreneurial teams that are rearchitecting financial services infrastructure, with a particular interest in sectors like core banking, insurance risk management, and regulatory compliance. Its investment activities are primarily concentrated in the European Union and North America.

Pascal Bouvier

Managing Partner and Co-Founder

William Kotto

CFO

Mia Lewis

Associate

Ellen McCance

Venture Partner

L Michael Meyer

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Patrick Pinschmidt

Co-Founder and General Partner

Kanishk Walia

Partner

34 past transactions

Cloud Capital

Seed Round in 2025
CloudCapital manages cloud costs and invests in tech companies using AI and ML.

Fundcraft

Series A in 2024
Fundcraft operates a financial platform designed to transform fund management for private equity, venture capital, funds of funds, and feeder funds. The platform centralizes and automates various fund activities, including transfer agency, accounting, portfolio and risk management, and compliance. By serving as a regulatory and administrative partner, Fundcraft provides fund managers with greater transparency and control over their administrative operations, fostering a collaborative digital environment. This approach aims to streamline processes and enhance the efficiency of fund management.

One Trading

Venture Round in 2024
One Trading is an institutional-grade spot exchange for digital assets, recognized for its robust platform designed for both retail and institutional investors. The company holds a Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) license in Italy and is in the process of applying for a MiFID II license to expand its offerings to include regulated crypto derivatives. Leveraging a partnership with Amazon Web Services, One Trading boasts the distinction of being one of the fastest digital asset trading venues available. Its platform provides essential features such as market data, charting tools, and efficient order execution, facilitating effective trading for its users.

Trustap

Series A in 2024
Trustap Ltd is a transaction platform based in Carrigaline, Ireland, founded in 2016. The company's primary focus is to enhance security for buyers and sellers engaging in online or in-person transactions with strangers. Trustap operates as a personal escrow service, acting as a neutral third party that holds funds securely until both parties are satisfied with the transaction. This innovative approach aims to minimize the risk of scams, as it only releases the money once transaction milestones are met and any complaint periods have elapsed. By providing a reliable and secure payment technology, Trustap enables users to conduct transactions with greater confidence and peace of mind.

Ctrl Alt

Seed Round in 2023
Ctrl Alt is an alternative investment platform established in 2020 by Matt Ong, a seasoned professional with experience from Morgan Stanley and Credit Suisse. The company focuses on democratizing access to alternative assets, allowing individual investors to explore opportunities in tokenized investments like green energy and real estate. By collaborating with fintechs and investment platforms, Ctrl Alt simplifies the process of fractionalizing assets, thereby facilitating capital raising for asset holders. Committed to transparency and security, the platform adheres to the high standards set by the Financial Conduct Authority, ensuring a reliable investment experience. Based in London and Dundalk, Ireland, Ctrl Alt's team includes financial and product experts with backgrounds from prestigious financial institutions, enabling the company to blend industry knowledge with innovative technology.

Kayna

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Kayna is an insurance distribution company that specializes in providing an embedded insurance platform tailored for carriers and brokers. By partnering with vertical SaaS platforms, Kayna leverages business data to accurately price risk and update insurance policies in real time. This innovative approach ensures that businesses maintain appropriate coverage while enhancing their service offerings. Additionally, Kayna's platform enables businesses to create added value for their customers and generate supplementary revenue through integrated insurance solutions.

One Trading

Series A in 2023
One Trading is an institutional-grade spot exchange for digital assets, recognized for its robust platform designed for both retail and institutional investors. The company holds a Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) license in Italy and is in the process of applying for a MiFID II license to expand its offerings to include regulated crypto derivatives. Leveraging a partnership with Amazon Web Services, One Trading boasts the distinction of being one of the fastest digital asset trading venues available. Its platform provides essential features such as market data, charting tools, and efficient order execution, facilitating effective trading for its users.

Outmin

Seed Round in 2023
Outmin is a real-time accounting solution designed for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Founded by David Kelleher and Ross Hunt, the company leverages artificial intelligence to offer a range of outsourced financial services, including payroll management, accounting management, bookkeeping, tax compliance, tax credit management, and company secretarial services. Since its inception, Outmin has successfully secured over 60 clients and raised €650,000 in funding. By providing clients with real-time financial data, Outmin aims to modernize the accounting process and streamline financial operations for its customers.

Trustap

Funding Round in 2023
Trustap Ltd is a transaction platform based in Carrigaline, Ireland, founded in 2016. The company's primary focus is to enhance security for buyers and sellers engaging in online or in-person transactions with strangers. Trustap operates as a personal escrow service, acting as a neutral third party that holds funds securely until both parties are satisfied with the transaction. This innovative approach aims to minimize the risk of scams, as it only releases the money once transaction milestones are met and any complaint periods have elapsed. By providing a reliable and secure payment technology, Trustap enables users to conduct transactions with greater confidence and peace of mind.

Finoa

Funding Round in 2023
Finoa GmbH is a regulated custodian based in Potsdam, Germany, specializing in digital asset storage and asset-servicing solutions. Founded in 2018 by Christopher May and Henrik Gebbing, Finoa offers a platform built on a crypto-native banking infrastructure that allows institutional investors and corporations to securely store and manage cryptographic tokens. The company provides services such as multi-signature processing and biometric fingerprint access, ensuring robust security through cryptographically secured private keys. As a qualified custodian supervised by the German Federal Financial Supervisory Authority, Finoa caters to a diverse clientele, including venture capital firms, large corporations, and financial institutions, enabling them to engage with digital assets safely and intuitively.

KeyRock

Series B in 2022
KeyRock, established in 2017, is a Belgian-based company specializing in crypto asset financial infrastructure. It offers market making and liquidity services to the cryptocurrency ecosystem, utilizing in-house algorithmic trading bots and high-frequency trading infrastructure. The company's services, including order book replication, trade execution, and spot execution, enable clients to operate exchanges and brokerages efficiently within the cryptocurrency market.

UrbanFox

Seed Round in 2022
UrbanFox is a technology company focused on safeguarding online merchants from payment fraud. It has developed a proprietary platform that employs generative AI and advanced behavioral analysis to detect and prevent various forms of complex fraud, including high-velocity payment and account scams. By utilizing large behavioral models, UrbanFox enables online retailers to identify and mitigate the risks associated with credit and purchase fraud, ultimately helping them to protect their revenue and maintain customer trust.

Outmin

Seed Round in 2022
Outmin is a real-time accounting solution designed for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Founded by David Kelleher and Ross Hunt, the company leverages artificial intelligence to offer a range of outsourced financial services, including payroll management, accounting management, bookkeeping, tax compliance, tax credit management, and company secretarial services. Since its inception, Outmin has successfully secured over 60 clients and raised €650,000 in funding. By providing clients with real-time financial data, Outmin aims to modernize the accounting process and streamline financial operations for its customers.

NoFrixion

Seed Round in 2022
NoFrixion is a money management and payment services platform that aims to enhance payment processes for businesses. The company offers an embedded payments API that integrates seamlessly into business applications, facilitating payroll payments and decentralized digital currency exchanges. This innovative platform enables clients to efficiently pay suppliers and process refunds directly from their accounting systems, streamlining financial operations and improving overall payment efficiency. By leveraging advanced technology, NoFrixion addresses the evolving needs of modern businesses in managing transactions and financial workflows.

&open

Series A in 2022
&Open is a gifting platform that facilitates the distribution of digital and physical gifts from brands to individuals worldwide. By enhancing customer loyalty, retention, and engagement, the platform serves sales, marketing, and customer experience teams through a unified system. It offers branded communication capabilities and integrates seamlessly into existing workflows, allowing brands to effectively track the impact of their gifting strategies. This approach enables companies to strengthen their relationships with customers, fostering increased retention and advocacy.

Next Gate Tech

Series A in 2022
Next Gate Tech SA is a software-as-a-service provider specializing in automation solutions for the asset management industry. Established in 2015 and headquartered in Luxembourg City, the company utilizes advanced cloud technology to consolidate data from various unstructured sources into a single, coherent platform. This integration allows clients to streamline their middle and back-office operations effectively. Next Gate Tech offers analytics tools for automated oversight in areas such as net asset value (NAV), risk management, and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) compliance. By eliminating the need for multiple legacy systems and point solutions, the company enhances operational efficiency, reduces risks, and lowers both technology and manual costs for its clients.

Circit

Series A in 2022
Circit Limited is a financial audit management platform that facilitates secure information sharing among auditors, banks, and clients. Incorporated in 2015 and based in Dublin, Ireland, Circit's platform allows users to create requests, monitor client authorization, and receive auditor responses in real-time. It enhances collaboration through direct messaging and digital authorization of auditor request letters, streamlining the audit process. The platform also connects auditors with a network of validated professional and financial services firms, ensuring secure document and data transfer. With a team possessing over 50 years of combined experience in financial auditing, banking operations, and software engineering, Circit has gained recognition as a High-Potential Startup by Enterprise Ireland and has received government funding and support from professional investors.

Conjura

Series A in 2022
Conjura is a London-based company founded in November 2016 that specializes in e-commerce data analytics software designed to enhance the performance of consumer brands. The company utilizes advanced artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms to create a comprehensive platform that integrates data from various e-commerce tools and platforms. This integration allows businesses to benchmark their performance against industry standards, uncover strengths and weaknesses, and identify growth opportunities. Conjura's software provides intuitive dashboards and actionable insights, enabling clients to make informed, data-driven decisions across all departments. By facilitating instant feedback on customer acquisition channels, Conjura empowers organizations to optimize their strategies for more profitable outcomes.

Trustap

Seed Round in 2022
Trustap Ltd is a transaction platform based in Carrigaline, Ireland, founded in 2016. The company's primary focus is to enhance security for buyers and sellers engaging in online or in-person transactions with strangers. Trustap operates as a personal escrow service, acting as a neutral third party that holds funds securely until both parties are satisfied with the transaction. This innovative approach aims to minimize the risk of scams, as it only releases the money once transaction milestones are met and any complaint periods have elapsed. By providing a reliable and secure payment technology, Trustap enables users to conduct transactions with greater confidence and peace of mind.

Blockpit

Series A in 2021
Blockpit is a technology company specializing in cryptocurrency tax reporting and portfolio monitoring. Its cross-platform solution automatically records and documents all trading activities, providing users with clear logs of income sources and daily trade documentation. The platform calculates real-time tax liabilities and generates legally compliant reports, assisting both private traders and businesses in managing their crypto-related taxes efficiently.

Payslip

Series A in 2021
Payslip Ltd. is a company that specializes in payroll management software tailored for multinational enterprises. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Westport, Ireland, with an office in Providence, Rhode Island, Payslip provides a Global Payroll Control Platform that standardizes, automates, and integrates payroll operations across multiple countries. Its offerings include tools such as the Global Payroll Manager for managing payroll operations, an Employee Portal for self-service access by various staff types, and comprehensive reporting capabilities. The platform also emphasizes compliance with General Data Protection Regulations, ensuring that companies can manage and protect employee data effectively. By leveraging this innovative technology, Payslip enables global companies to enhance operational efficiency and scale their payroll processes seamlessly, allowing them to capture new opportunities worldwide.

Capdesk

Series A in 2021
Capdesk ApS is an equity management platform that simplifies the administration of shares for companies and investors. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, with a presence in London, the company provides tools for managing cap tables, shareholder registers, and employee equity. The platform automates key processes such as share issuance, transfers, splits, and cancellations, allowing companies to focus more on their core operations by reducing administrative burdens. By storing equity-related information digitally, Capdesk enables clients to easily share ownership details, share certificates, and investment data with stakeholders, fostering transparency and alignment among investors.

Minna Technologies

Series B in 2021
Minna Technologies is a provider of subscription management services that connects banks and fintech companies with subscription businesses, allowing consumers to manage their subscriptions directly within their banking apps. The company's applications help users identify and display their active subscriptions, enabling them to switch to more affordable alternatives or cancel unwanted services. Minna Technologies focuses on streamlining the management of monthly payments for various subscriptions, including energy, mobile, and broadband services. By offering a reliable and secure platform, the company enhances the customer experience while promoting cost-effective subscription management.

Railsr

Private Equity Round in 2020
Railsr is a financial services company that specializes in creating a digital finance experience platform aimed at enhancing accessibility to financial services. The company offers a range of solutions, including the creation of digital ledgers and their connection to traditional bank accounts. Its services encompass receiving, sending, and converting money, as well as issuing payment cards and managing credit. By providing a comprehensive API, Railsr enables banks and corporate clients to conduct transactions in a digital and compliant manner, streamlining the onboarding process and facilitating efficient financial operations.

KeyRock

Series A in 2020
KeyRock, established in 2017, is a Belgian-based company specializing in crypto asset financial infrastructure. It offers market making and liquidity services to the cryptocurrency ecosystem, utilizing in-house algorithmic trading bots and high-frequency trading infrastructure. The company's services, including order book replication, trade execution, and spot execution, enable clients to operate exchanges and brokerages efficiently within the cryptocurrency market.

Wayflyer

Seed Round in 2020
Wayflyer is a Dublin-based revenue-based financing platform specifically designed for e-commerce brands. The company offers fast and affordable funding solutions to facilitate business growth while simplifying the financing process. In addition to funding, Wayflyer provides an analytics platform that leverages a daily underwriting engine to assess marketing performance. This enables e-commerce businesses to receive detailed insights and recommendations aimed at optimizing their campaign budgets and enhancing overall performance. By combining financial support with actionable marketing analytics, Wayflyer aims to empower e-commerce brands to achieve sustainable growth.

Coinfirm

Series A in 2020
Coinfirm Limited, founded in 2016 and based in London, is a provider of blockchain analytics and compliance solutions aimed at enhancing the safety and integrity of the blockchain economy. The company develops a verification and compliance platform that offers insights into entities and transactions, facilitating the institutional adoption of blockchain and digital currencies. Coinfirm's offerings include Compliance-as-a-Service, risk management, business intelligence, and API solutions, which are designed to protect clients from engaging with counterparties involved in illicit activities such as money laundering and terrorism financing. With extensive coverage of over one million cryptocurrencies and protocols across 66 blockchains, Coinfirm serves a diverse range of clients, including virtual asset service providers, major financial institutions, and governmental entities, thereby supporting informed decision-making and regulatory compliance in the complex landscape of digital assets.

Next Gate Tech

Seed Round in 2020
Next Gate Tech SA is a software-as-a-service provider specializing in automation solutions for the asset management industry. Established in 2015 and headquartered in Luxembourg City, the company utilizes advanced cloud technology to consolidate data from various unstructured sources into a single, coherent platform. This integration allows clients to streamline their middle and back-office operations effectively. Next Gate Tech offers analytics tools for automated oversight in areas such as net asset value (NAV), risk management, and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) compliance. By eliminating the need for multiple legacy systems and point solutions, the company enhances operational efficiency, reduces risks, and lowers both technology and manual costs for its clients.

Minna Technologies

Series A in 2020
Minna Technologies is a provider of subscription management services that connects banks and fintech companies with subscription businesses, allowing consumers to manage their subscriptions directly within their banking apps. The company's applications help users identify and display their active subscriptions, enabling them to switch to more affordable alternatives or cancel unwanted services. Minna Technologies focuses on streamlining the management of monthly payments for various subscriptions, including energy, mobile, and broadband services. By offering a reliable and secure platform, the company enhances the customer experience while promoting cost-effective subscription management.

Gardenia Technologies

Seed Round in 2019
Gardenia Technologies Ltd is a London-based enterprise software company founded in 2016, specializing in cloud-based software solutions that enhance working capital analytics and liquidity management for businesses. The company offers a data-driven platform that provides real-time analytics, enabling enterprises to optimize their cash flow and identify opportunities for improvement in efficiency and profitability. By connecting to existing business systems, Gardenia Technologies automates the collection and analysis of financial data, allowing clients to effectively manage missed discounts, duplicate payments, and payment timing. Additionally, the platform supports the development of cost-effective financing programs tailored to corporate clients, contributing to enhanced financial performance and sustainability.

Nivaura

Seed Round in 2019
Nivaura Ltd is a financial technology company based in Ilford, United Kingdom, established in 2016. It operates a blockchain-based platform that automates the issuance and administration of various financial products, including loans, bonds, and structured notes. The platform enhances efficiency, accuracy, and transparency in the new issue processes, catering to banks, brokers, exchanges, and investment funds. By leveraging technology, Nivaura aims to streamline these processes, thereby facilitating faster, more cost-effective, and compliant transactions while improving the overall client experience.

Cybertonica

Grant in 2018
Cybertonica, headquartered in London, offers a cloud-based risk intelligence hub for merchants, payment service providers, and financial institutions. It employs machine learning and AI to minimize fraud transactions and chargebacks, while enhancing site conversion and trust in digital payments. The company's unique approach includes online behavior analysis and biometric fingerprint profiling of internet users, ensuring world-class compliant standards. Cybertonica has received numerous awards for its innovative solutions and is committed to building a future of frictionless transactions with 99.9% trust.

Railsr

Convertible Note in 2018
Railsr is a financial services company that specializes in creating a digital finance experience platform aimed at enhancing accessibility to financial services. The company offers a range of solutions, including the creation of digital ledgers and their connection to traditional bank accounts. Its services encompass receiving, sending, and converting money, as well as issuing payment cards and managing credit. By providing a comprehensive API, Railsr enables banks and corporate clients to conduct transactions in a digital and compliant manner, streamlining the onboarding process and facilitating efficient financial operations.

CoVi Analytics

Seed Round in 2018
CoVi Analytics is a company that specializes in developing productivity solutions aimed at enhancing operational efficiency through the integration of operational data and big-data technologies. Its regulatory compliance platform is designed to assist compliance teams, consultants, and regulators in navigating and managing complex regulatory requirements. The platform enables insurers to capture their interpretations of regulatory texts, manage and document compliance activities, and produce necessary reports for regulatory supervisors. By streamlining these processes, CoVi Analytics helps organizations reduce compliance costs and improve the speed of business decision-making.
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