QBN Capital

QBN Capital is a venture capital firm established in 2019 and based in Hong Kong. The firm specializes in investing in fintech, trade finance, digital assets, and deep tech companies across Europe that demonstrate the potential for significant growth in the Asian market. QBN Capital typically invests between USD 2-5 million in Series A and B funding rounds, with the option to participate in subsequent rounds or support Asian subsidiaries. In addition to capital investment, the firm provides robust post-investment support to its portfolio companies through its extensive business and investor network in the region, aiming to facilitate their scaling and success.

Philea Chim

Senior Vice President

Frank Tong

Managing Partner

Andy Tung

Managing Partner

32 past transactions

iLex

Seed Round in 2024
iLex specializes in designing, building, and operating infrastructure for public and private markets, specifically focused on syndicated loan markets, including investment grade loans, leveraged loans, and structured credit. The company offers a platform that integrates seamlessly with leading market solutions, utilizing data to provide innovative and scalable technologies. Its services are aimed at global banks, asset managers, and debt advisors, facilitating informed and timely credit decisions. iLex collaborates with industry leaders to develop user-friendly platforms that support various loan distribution channels and instruments, emphasizing connectivity and adaptability in the financial landscape.

WePlayed Sports

Venture Round in 2024
WePlayed is a sports technology company that offers an intelligent short-form video platform designed to enhance fan engagement by transforming full-length game footage into easily shareable highlights. Utilizing advanced machine learning and recognition technology, the platform captures significant moments from games, making previously idle video content accessible to fans. By consolidating and cataloging sports video, WePlayed enables teams, leagues, and sports organizations to respond to the growing demand for quick, engaging content. The company has established partnerships with prominent industry players, including LEARFIELD and the NCAA, as well as various colleges across major athletic conferences. Through its innovative approach, WePlayed supports sports entities in showcasing athletes and creating meaningful connections with their audiences.

Globacap

Series B in 2023
Globacap Limited operates a blockchain-based platform that facilitates debt and equity issuance, as well as the administration and custody of financial instruments. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in London, the company provides an end-to-end digital capital-raising ecosystem designed to automate and streamline post-trade processes. By digitizing assets, Globacap supports businesses throughout their capital lifecycle, allowing for the efficient creation, management, and transaction of digitized equity. The platform aims to reduce ongoing administrative overhead and enhance liquidity in secondary markets, making it easier for users to manage their financial assets.

Pearl Semiconductor

Seed Round in 2023
Pearl Semiconductor is a fabless semiconductor company that specializes in the development of reference clocks and clock generators utilizing piezoelectric MEMS resonators integrated with CMOS technology. The company focuses on providing high-performance timing integrated circuits (ICs) tailored for various industries, including industrial, networking, telecommunications, and automotive applications. Pearl Semiconductor's innovative manufacturing processes and patented IC design technologies enable the production of programmable reference clocks and integrated circuits that meet stringent performance requirements. By delivering a combination of advanced technology and competitive pricing, Pearl Semiconductor aims to address the specific needs of its customers across these demanding sectors.

iLex

Seed Round in 2023
iLex specializes in designing, building, and operating infrastructure for public and private markets, specifically focused on syndicated loan markets, including investment grade loans, leveraged loans, and structured credit. The company offers a platform that integrates seamlessly with leading market solutions, utilizing data to provide innovative and scalable technologies. Its services are aimed at global banks, asset managers, and debt advisors, facilitating informed and timely credit decisions. iLex collaborates with industry leaders to develop user-friendly platforms that support various loan distribution channels and instruments, emphasizing connectivity and adaptability in the financial landscape.

DEFYCA

Seed Round in 2022
DEFYCA is a company that facilitates investment in private credit markets by leveraging blockchain technology to create a fully digital infrastructure for debt funds. The firm's platform serves as a liquidity marketplace, offering stablecoin-backed, yield-bearing assets to originators worldwide. It features instant and transparent processes for risk assessment, auctioning, and collateralization of bonds, enabling both digital and cryptocurrency investors to access traditional debt securities and loan portfolios through tokenization. This innovative approach aims to streamline the investment process, making it more accessible while maintaining a high level of transparency and verification.

Arcturus

Series A in 2022
Arcturus is a software company that specializes in the post-production and streaming of volumetric videos. The company's platform, Holosuite, enables creatives to finesse and amplify volumetric captures to fit artistic and production goals. HoloSuite is designed to author, edit, and stream volumetrically captured performers so that producers can create immersive virtual and augmented reality experiences using live-action performances.

Hex Trust

Series B in 2022
Hex Trust is a licensed provider of bank-grade custody solutions for digital assets, established in 2017 and headquartered in Sheung Wan, Hong Kong. The company operates through its proprietary platform, Hex Safe™, which offers a range of services, including custody, decentralized finance (DeFi), brokerage, and financing solutions. Targeting financial institutions, digital asset organizations, and private clients, Hex Trust aims to facilitate the integration of digital assets into their business models while adhering to a secure, scalable, and compliant framework. The firm is registered as a Trust Company under the Hong Kong Trust Ordinance and holds a Trust or Company Service Provider license, along with a Capital Markets Services license in Singapore, allowing it to provide regulated custodial services. With additional offices in Singapore and Vietnam, Hex Trust is also expanding its presence across Europe and the Middle East to further enhance its service offerings.

Atto

Convertible Note in 2022
Atto is a company that specializes in online identity verification services, focusing on identity proofing and verification through its IDaaS platform. This platform facilitates the brokering of verified personal attributes and multi-factor authentication, aiding various sectors such as healthcare, recruitment, gaming, retail banking, and consumer finance. Atto's solutions enhance customer onboarding processes by addressing challenges related to risk management, compliance, and fraud, while also enabling businesses to assess customer affordability and verify account information. The company connects to over 5,500 banks across 30 countries, supporting Open Banking initiatives. With a growing client base and recent collaborations with major financial institutions, Atto aims to streamline the application process for lenders and other businesses, ultimately improving customer experience. Founded in 2010 and based in Edinburgh, Atto also maintains offices in New York, London, and Sydney.

Navenio

Venture Round in 2021
Navenio Limited is a software technology company based in Oxford, United Kingdom, that specializes in location-based services for indoor environments. Founded in 2015, Navenio offers a mobile application solution that enhances indoor localization by enabling the tracking of individuals without the need for additional hardware, such as beacons or Wi-Fi. This innovative approach utilizes fingerprinting of the electromagnetic spectrum, sensor data, and indoor mapping to provide accurate location monitoring across various sectors, including retail, transportation, venues, and healthcare. Navenio's intelligent workforce solution significantly improves operational efficiency and workflow by automating processes based on real-world best practices.

Ultraleap

Series D in 2021
Ultraleap Limited is a leading developer of mid-air haptic control systems and 3D hand tracking technology. Formerly known as Ultrahaptics, the company specializes in creating solutions that utilize ultrasound to generate tactile sensations, enabling users to feel three-dimensional shapes and textures without physical contact. Its flagship products include the Leap Motion Controller, which captures hand movements, and the VR Developer Mount, designed for enhancing virtual reality experiences on various headsets. The company's innovative technology is applicable across multiple industries such as extended reality, automotive, digital signage, industrial automation, consumer electronics, and location-based entertainment. Established in 2013 and headquartered in Bristol, United Kingdom, Ultraleap also has a subsidiary in Silicon Valley, United States.

Jaguar Microsystems

Series A in 2021
Jaguar Microsystems is a technology company founded by Dr. Sunny Siu in 2020, specializing in cloud computing and data processing solutions for data centers. The company develops data processing unit (DPU) chips that enhance the efficiency of data processing, with a particular emphasis on accelerated Remote Direct Memory Access (RDMA) and RoCE technologies. Jaguar Microsystems targets domestic cloud service providers, telecommunications, and Internet service providers, while also expanding its offerings to meet the demands of the global market.

LeapXpert

Series A in 2021
LeapXpert is a developer of a business communication platform that facilitates the integration of consumer messaging applications into enterprise workflows. Its Federated Messaging Orchestration Platform (FMOP) offers a secure and centralized solution for communications between employees and clients, allowing users to communicate via their preferred messaging apps. By formalizing messaging as a business communication channel akin to traditional methods like calling or emailing, LeapXpert addresses the compliance and regulatory challenges arising from the increasing use of messaging applications in business environments. The platform helps organizations maintain accessible digital records of all interactions while ensuring governance and control over communications. LeapXpert serves a range of clients, including three of the world's top ten banks, and supports tens of thousands of users, enabling a customer-centered approach while upholding professional standards.

Applied Digital

Venture Round in 2021
Applied Digital designs, develops, and operates advanced digital infrastructure across North America, primarily targeting the high-performance computing (HPC) and artificial intelligence (AI) sectors. The company offers a range of digital infrastructure solutions, including data center hosting and cloud services, which support various industries. Its operations are divided into three main segments: Data Center Hosting, Cloud Services, and HPC Hosting. The Data Center Hosting segment is the primary revenue generator, providing essential space and services to clients, including those in the cryptocurrency mining sector. Through its innovative approach, Applied Digital addresses the growing demand for efficient and scalable digital solutions.

Wrisk

Series A in 2021
Wrisk Limited is a London-based company that develops and markets the Wrisk app, a flexible insurance application designed to streamline the management of various insurance needs. Launched in 2015, the app initially focused on contents insurance but has since expanded to cover areas such as motor, travel, health, and professional insurance. It features a unique Wrisk Score, which helps users understand the factors influencing their premiums; this score becomes more accurate as users provide additional information. The app enables customers to manage their insurance policies anytime and anywhere, with immediate effect on any updates made. Wrisk aims to attract both insured individuals and those who have previously avoided insurance, collaborating with partners like BMW, Hiscox, and Bupa to capture existing market share and create new opportunities. The company's approach combines insurance with technology to foster a seamless, mobile-first experience for users.

Caelus Technologies

Venture Round in 2021
Caelus specializes in providing advanced data conversion solutions through its patented architecture and techniques, focusing on high-resolution and high-speed data converters tailored for 5G and Internet of Things applications. The company's offerings include both embedded intellectual property and standalone chips that serve various sectors such as instrumentation, medical imaging, data acquisition, sensors, and wireless and wireline communications. By leveraging its innovative designs, Caelus enables clients to develop cutting-edge data converter products, enhancing performance across multiple applications.

FAC (Fund Admin Chain)

Seed Round in 2020
FundAdminChain is a disruptor in the fund investment technology sector, founded by buy-side and DLT industry experts and in close collaboration with distributed ledger technology giant R3. Driven to enable Fund Managers to take control of the cost of investment and thus improve end investors’ returns on their hard-earned investments.FAC offers forward-thinking buy-side participants the opportunity to collectively shape the future of the fund's industry, through a transparent, open partnership, with costs and operating principles governed by the participants of the FAC network.

HKbitEX

Series A in 2020
HKbitEX operates a digital asset exchange platform focused on providing spot trading services for professional and institutional investors. The company is dedicated to delivering a compliant and regulated trading environment, offering a robust framework and high-performance trading technology solutions. In addition to spot trading, HKbitEX also facilitates over-the-counter (OTC) trading, ensuring a smooth operational experience for its clients.

Hex Trust

Series A in 2020
Hex Trust is a licensed provider of bank-grade custody solutions for digital assets, established in 2017 and headquartered in Sheung Wan, Hong Kong. The company operates through its proprietary platform, Hex Safe™, which offers a range of services, including custody, decentralized finance (DeFi), brokerage, and financing solutions. Targeting financial institutions, digital asset organizations, and private clients, Hex Trust aims to facilitate the integration of digital assets into their business models while adhering to a secure, scalable, and compliant framework. The firm is registered as a Trust Company under the Hong Kong Trust Ordinance and holds a Trust or Company Service Provider license, along with a Capital Markets Services license in Singapore, allowing it to provide regulated custodial services. With additional offices in Singapore and Vietnam, Hex Trust is also expanding its presence across Europe and the Middle East to further enhance its service offerings.

ReSec

Series A in 2020
ReSec is an Israeli cybersecurity company that specializes in protecting organizations from file-based malware threats, including both known and unknown vulnerabilities. The company offers a unique solution that utilizes patented Content Disarm and Reconstruction (CDR) technology, which treats every incoming file as a potential threat. By keeping the original file outside of the organization’s network, ReSec delivers a safe and fully functional replica to the end-user in real-time. This approach effectively addresses the shortcomings of traditional anti-malware solutions. ReSec's platform is designed for medium to large enterprises, including banks, government agencies, and infrastructure companies, ensuring robust security without compromising usability. With a proven track record and a diverse client base, ReSec's offerings are well-established in the market.

Navenio

Series A in 2020
Navenio Limited is a software technology company based in Oxford, United Kingdom, that specializes in location-based services for indoor environments. Founded in 2015, Navenio offers a mobile application solution that enhances indoor localization by enabling the tracking of individuals without the need for additional hardware, such as beacons or Wi-Fi. This innovative approach utilizes fingerprinting of the electromagnetic spectrum, sensor data, and indoor mapping to provide accurate location monitoring across various sectors, including retail, transportation, venues, and healthcare. Navenio's intelligent workforce solution significantly improves operational efficiency and workflow by automating processes based on real-world best practices.

Amplyfi

Series A in 2020
Amplyfi, established in 2015 and headquartered in Cardiff, UK, specializes in AI-driven business intelligence software. Its core product, DataVoyant, leverages artificial intelligence to explore and analyze the deep web, uncovering relevant open-source content that conventional search engines miss. This service aids enterprises across diverse sectors, such as automotive, finance, and healthcare, in making informed decisions by providing unbiased, data-driven insights. Amplyfi's technology combines machine learning and data analytics with advanced search capabilities, enabling clients to proactively address market trends and customer needs.

Applied Blockchain

Seed Round in 2020
Applied Blockchain Ltd. specializes in developing blockchain applications that prioritize data security and privacy through advanced cryptography. Founded in 2015 and based in London, the company focuses on distributed ledger technology and smart contracts, offering a range of solutions across various industries, including financial services, energy, aviation, and healthcare. Its notable products include a distributed drone registry that connects drone operators, manufacturers, and regulators; a private blockchain banking application for secure customer data storage; and a platform for managing authorized signatory lists via smart contracts. Additionally, Applied Blockchain has created tools for biometric authentication, employment verification, and conducts training workshops for clients. The company's emphasis on privacy-enhancing technologies enables clients to undertake secure bank account checks and supports decentralized finance applications, helping businesses mitigate financial and regulatory risks.

Applied Digital

Venture Round in 2020
Applied Digital designs, develops, and operates advanced digital infrastructure across North America, primarily targeting the high-performance computing (HPC) and artificial intelligence (AI) sectors. The company offers a range of digital infrastructure solutions, including data center hosting and cloud services, which support various industries. Its operations are divided into three main segments: Data Center Hosting, Cloud Services, and HPC Hosting. The Data Center Hosting segment is the primary revenue generator, providing essential space and services to clients, including those in the cryptocurrency mining sector. Through its innovative approach, Applied Digital addresses the growing demand for efficient and scalable digital solutions.

Crypto Finance

Series B in 2020
Crypto Finance AG, founded in 2017 and headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, provides a comprehensive range of services related to blockchain assets through its subsidiaries. The company specializes in asset management, brokerage, and secure storage solutions for digital assets. Its asset management division offers regulated investment vehicles and fund management for investors looking to access crypto assets. The brokerage division facilitates crypto transactions via a sophisticated trading infrastructure, allowing institutional investors to engage in secure, liquid, and transparent trading. This division utilizes a proprietary order management system to access leading crypto exchanges and execute trades efficiently. Additionally, the storage division ensures the secure management of digital keys through both physical and digital safeguards. Crypto Finance AG is regulated by FINMA, highlighting its commitment to compliance and professionalism in the emerging digital asset market.

CryptoBLK

Venture Round in 2020
CryptoBLK Limited is a technology company specializing in the development of blockchain and distributed ledger technology (DLT) solutions. Established in 2017 and headquartered in Hong Kong, with additional offices in Singapore and Thailand, the company creates innovative software platforms designed to enhance efficiency and transparency across various sectors. Its notable products include ATLAS, an open account trade finance platform; TOPAZ, an asset valuation and management system; MIDAS, which authenticates motor insurance documents to prevent fraud; and Cerberus, a health and performance monitoring system for DLT applications. CryptoBLK serves multiple industries, including trade finance, insurance, property technology, central bank digital currencies, and payment solutions, focusing on delivering secure and trustworthy services that simplify workflows and improve productivity.

Archax

Seed Round in 2019
Archax Ltd is a London-based digital securities exchange that specializes in trading asset-backed tokens, including digital securities and security tokens. Established in 2018, it is recognized as the UK's first regulated digital securities exchange, broker, and custodian, having received authorization from the Financial Conduct Authority. Archax aims to serve institutional investors by providing a secure platform for trading various digital assets, from cryptocurrencies to digital securities. The exchange is designed to integrate seamlessly with existing institutional trading workflows and operates on high-performance infrastructure hosted in top-tier data centers. By bridging the gap between the blockchain-centric technology community and traditional investment sectors, Archax facilitates safe trading among recognized participants in a regulated environment.

NowCM

Venture Round in 2018
NowCM is a cloud-native integrated transaction platform designed for primary credit and bond issuance. The company offers a comprehensive financial platform that streamlines the entire value chain of issuing financial instruments from a single source. Its platform features digitalized and automated financial infrastructure that connects issuers, investors, and banks. This enables various entities, including corporates, project developers, and public sector issuers, to efficiently raise debt in the capital markets. By reducing transaction costs and minimizing time to market, NowCM enhances the overall process of financial instrument issuance.

Callsign

Series A in 2017
Callsign Ltd. is a UK-based company that specializes in developing an advanced online transaction platform focused on digital trust. The company employs proprietary technology to replicate human methods of identification, achieving a remarkable 99.999% accuracy in recognizing genuine users. This high-fidelity AI-driven authentication system aims to deliver privacy and security while minimizing user friction and effectively blocking malicious actors. Callsign's technology is particularly beneficial for financial institutions, governments, and various commercial entities, providing them with secure and adaptive authentication services that address data breaches and cyber threats. Additionally, Callsign offers a mobile app designed to enhance user security when accessing websites and protecting personal information.

Unispectral

Series A in 2016
Unispectral Ltd., founded in 2016 and headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, specializes in developing advanced camera sensors that leverage hyperspectral imaging technology. The company utilizes MEMS technology to distinguish the material properties of solids, liquids, and gases, enhancing traditional imaging with spectral data. Unispectral's platform captures megapixel images enriched with spectral information, allowing for improved object recognition and image processing. This innovation enables users to achieve significant enhancements in photography, particularly under low light and challenging lighting conditions, by combining deep learning techniques with spectral analysis.

Si-Ware Systems

Series A in 2013
Si-Ware Systems specializes in manufacturing integrated circuits and micro electro mechanical systems solutions. The company offers ASIC Solutions, focused on custom ASIC development with an emphasis on analog/mixed-signal and RF design, alongside its Optical MEMS Technology, which enables the integration of multiple optical components on silicon. Si-Ware’s NeoSpectra platform is a comprehensive material analysis solution that utilizes single-chip FT-NIR spectrometers, allowing for high-performance and accurate analysis in various industries, including agriculture, food, and life sciences. This platform combines portable analyzers with the NeoSpectra LabStore, a repository for test methods developed by experts in FT-NIR technology. Si-Ware Systems is headquartered in Menlo Park, California, with additional research and development centers located in Paris, France, and Cairo, Egypt.

Oxford Nanopore Technologies

Series A in 2006
Oxford Nanopore Technologies is a biotechnology company specializing in nanopore-based sequencing technology for analyzing DNA, RNA, proteins, and small molecules. Its diverse product line includes the portable MinION device, the benchtop PromethION, the GridION system, and Flongle, which caters to on-demand sequencing needs. The technology enables real-time data streaming and is applicable across various fields such as human genomics, cancer research, microbiology, plant science, and environmental studies. Additionally, Oxford Nanopore's products support rapid and accessible molecular analysis, making them suitable for both laboratory and field use. The company's innovations are backed by a robust patent portfolio and are utilized in over 80 countries, addressing needs in healthcare, agriculture, and education. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Oxford, United Kingdom, Oxford Nanopore also maintains offices in several other countries, enhancing its global reach in advancing genomic research and applications.
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