XCEL NEXT

XCEL NEXT is an early-stage venture capital firm established in 2021 and based in Taipei City, Taiwan. The firm is dedicated to investing in innovative companies across a range of sectors, including artificial intelligence, 5G applications, edge computing, mobility, health technology, smart manufacturing, fintech, blockchain, and various immersive technologies such as virtual reality and the metaverse. XCEL NEXT aims to support founders in building market-leading companies that can transform industries and enhance people's lives in an increasingly digital and interconnected world.

Brent Hu

CFO and Managing Partner

K. Yu

Founding Partner

7 past transactions

Boost Capital

Seed Round in 2023
Boost Capital is a provider of microfinance technology focused on enhancing access to financial services for underbanked populations. By leveraging a digital platform that utilizes chatbots for customer interactions, Boost Capital streamlines the loan application process, allowing clients to obtain micro-loans significantly faster and at lower costs than traditional microlenders. The company emphasizes financial literacy by integrating educational content into its services, empowering customers to manage their financial well-being effectively. Operating primarily in Cambodia, Boost Capital has successfully engaged over 200,000 customers and facilitated the disbursement of more than $2.5 million in loans, achieving repayment rates comparable to conventional micro-lending methods.

Betterdata

Seed Round in 2023
Betterdata is a data platform that specializes in generating programmable synthetic data to protect real data while facilitating its secure sharing. The company's technology transforms limited real datasets into virtually limitless synthetic datasets that mimic the properties of actual data. This allows businesses to safeguard consumer privacy while unlocking the potential of their data assets. Betterdata's platform is designed to support enterprises in developing advanced artificial intelligence applications by providing high-quality, privacy-preserving synthetic data. This enables data professionals to access valuable information and create new revenue streams while ensuring compliance with data privacy standards across teams and international borders.

Dayta AI

Seed Round in 2022
Dayta AI Limited is a Hong Kong-based software company that specializes in providing data analytics and artificial intelligence solutions to brick-and-mortar retailers. Founded in 2018, the company develops cloud-based retail analytics software designed to empower offline retailers through innovative data insights. Its primary product, Cyclops, utilizes machine learning and big data technologies to analyze real-time data from any RTSP-connected camera. This solution leverages artificial intelligence and facial recognition technology to track consumer behavior, including facial expressions and in-store activities, allowing clients to gain a deeper understanding of customer interactions and optimize their retail operations.

X0PA AI

Series A in 2022
X0PA AI, founded in 2017 by Nina Alag Suri, is a B2B AI-powered SaaS platform dedicated to enhancing the hiring process by minimizing inefficiencies and biases. The company utilizes patented AI algorithms to source, score, and rank candidates, ensuring assessments are based on merit rather than demographic factors such as age, gender, or race. X0PA AI aligns its practices with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, promoting equal and fair opportunities for all individuals in the workforce. The platform aims to facilitate objective decision-making in talent acquisition, fostering better matches between employers and employees. Additionally, X0PA ROOM, an AI-enabled hybrid assessment and video interview tool, allows companies to efficiently conduct interviews and assessments at scale. By offering features like automated scoring, anti-cheat capabilities, and AI-driven analytics, X0PA ROOM enhances the evaluation process and supports organizations in selecting the best talent while maintaining workplace equity and satisfaction.

IronYun

Series B in 2022
IronYun is an artificial intelligence video surveillance software company that specializes in advanced video analytics and monitoring solutions. Utilizing deep learning technology, the company offers a range of services, including video search, face recognition, intrusion detection, and license plate recognition. Their platform is designed for enterprise customers, providing an open architecture system that enhances the accuracy and performance of video analysis. IronYun's innovative approach incorporates big data management and real-time analysis, enabling users to effectively monitor and respond to security threats. The company has developed its solutions through the expertise of a team of over 100 technologists and software engineers over four years, delivering private cloud computing-based video surveillance as a service (VSaaS) to meet the evolving needs of modern security environments.

Dayta AI

Seed Round in 2021
Dayta AI Limited is a Hong Kong-based software company that specializes in providing data analytics and artificial intelligence solutions to brick-and-mortar retailers. Founded in 2018, the company develops cloud-based retail analytics software designed to empower offline retailers through innovative data insights. Its primary product, Cyclops, utilizes machine learning and big data technologies to analyze real-time data from any RTSP-connected camera. This solution leverages artificial intelligence and facial recognition technology to track consumer behavior, including facial expressions and in-store activities, allowing clients to gain a deeper understanding of customer interactions and optimize their retail operations.

Imverse

Seed Round in 2021
Imverse is a 3D graphics software company headquartered in Plan-les-Ouates, Geneva, specializing in volumetric technology for location-based entertainment and enterprise applications. Founded in 2017, the company provides real-time simulation and modeling tools that transform 2D images into immersive 3D virtual environments suitable for live streaming, gaming, and remote collaboration. Its platform leverages depth cameras and reality capture software to enable the streaming of real-time three-dimensional holograms, fostering deeper personal connections and enhancing communication and content creation for various organizations. As a subsidiary of Imverse SA, Imverse aims to innovate the way users engage with digital content through advanced volumetric video solutions.
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