Investors in Music Streaming

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Techstars

Techstars Central LLC, founded in 2006 and based in Boulder, Colorado, operates as a startup accelerator and venture capital firm focused on supporting early-stage technology-oriented companies. It specializes in a mentorship-driven accelerator program, selecting ten startups each summer to participate in a three-month incubation period, offering funding of $120,000 in exchange for equity. Techstars invests primarily in sectors such as fintech, artificial intelligence, blockchain, augmented reality, and IoT, while avoiding investments in medical devices, healthcare technology, and local service-oriented businesses. In addition to its primary accelerator, Techstars has various specialized programs, including those focused on music, retail, mobility, and social impact, with global reach extending to regions such as Africa, Asia, and Latin America. The firm prefers taking minority stakes, typically between six and ten percent, without seeking board representation or investor rights. Techstars has built a robust network of entrepreneurs, mentors, and corporate partners to foster innovation and growth within its portfolio, which includes over 1,000 companies with a significant collective market capitalization.
Made 148 investments in Music Streaming

500 Labs

500 Global, formerly known as 500 Startups, is a venture capital firm and incubator based in Mountain View, California, founded in 2010. The firm specializes in seed investments, primarily focusing on early-stage technology and financial services startups across various sectors, including biotech, e-commerce, fintech, and digital healthcare. 500 Global operates a four-month accelerator program, where it typically invests between $0.05 million and $1 million for a 5 to 10 percent equity stake in companies with at least $100,000 in monthly revenue. The firm targets a global market, with particular emphasis on regions such as the Middle East, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Since its inception, it has invested in over 2,200 startups and supports the growth of innovation ecosystems through educational programs and partnerships. 500 Global also prioritizes investments in companies led by minority founders, reflecting its commitment to diverse entrepreneurial leadership.
Made 80 investments in Music Streaming

Bpifrance

Bpifrance Financement S.A. is a French financial institution that provides a range of financing solutions and support services aimed at fostering the growth of startups, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and mid-cap companies. It offers various financial products, including medium to long-term loans, export insurance, and leasing options for both tangible and intangible assets. Additionally, Bpifrance supports companies through consulting services, guarantees for bank financing, and training for executives. The organization also engages in direct investments and manages funds aimed at enhancing the financial landscape for businesses at different stages of their development. Established in 1980 and based in Maisons-Alfort, France, Bpifrance was formerly known as OSEO S.A. and rebranded in July 2013. It operates as a subsidiary of Bpifrance SA, reinforcing its commitment to bolstering the French economy through diversified financial solutions.
Made 17 investments in Music Streaming

Sequoia Capital

Sequoia Capital is a prominent venture capital firm founded in 1972 and based in Menlo Park, California. The firm specializes in investing across various stages of startups, including seed, early, and growth stages, and focuses on sectors such as technology, healthcare, financial services, internet, and mobile. Sequoia typically invests between $100,000 and $1 million in seed companies, $1 million to $10 million in early-stage ventures, and $10 million to $100 million in growth investments. The firm operates globally, with significant activities in regions like Israel, China, and India, where it partners with dynamic founders to build successful companies. Sequoia's extensive portfolio includes notable firms and offers valuable insights and resources, benefiting from decades of experience in the venture capital landscape.
Made 77 investments in Music Streaming

Lightspeed Ventures, LLC

Lightspeed Ventures, LLC is a global venture capital firm founded in 2000, headquartered in Menlo Park, California, with additional offices in Beijing, Shanghai, New Delhi, and Herzliya Pituach. The firm specializes in early-stage and expansion-stage investments, focusing on a diverse range of sectors including consumer, enterprise technology, cleantech, financial technology, mobile, e-commerce, and biotechnology. Lightspeed engages in both equity and debt financing for startups and growth companies, as well as providing incubation services. It primarily invests in the United States, Europe, Israel, China, and India, with specific investment strategies tailored to different regions. In India, for instance, it focuses on advertising, healthcare, education, and retail, while in China, it targets both early and late-stage businesses across various technology sectors. The firm manages significant capital through its funds, actively participating in the growth of innovative companies across multiple industries.
Made 21 investments in Music Streaming

Tencent

Tencent Holdings Limited, founded in 1998 and headquartered in Shenzhen, is a leading internet service provider that offers a diverse range of value-added services and online advertising solutions. The company operates through several segments, including Value-Added Services (VAS), FinTech and Business Services, and Online Advertising. Tencent is well-known for its popular communication and social platforms, such as WeChat and QQ, which facilitate user connectivity and provide various digital content and lifestyle services. In addition to social networking, Tencent engages in online gaming, cloud services, and the production and distribution of films and television programs. The company's extensive portfolio also includes software development, information technology services, and online entertainment. Tencent's strategic focus is on delivering comprehensive online services that cater to the diverse needs of internet users, solidifying its position as a significant player in the global digital landscape.
Made 33 investments in Music Streaming

Haatch

Haatch Ventures LLP is a venture capital firm and incubator based in Stamford, United Kingdom, founded in September 2013 by Scott Weavers-Wright, Elaine Weavers-Wright, and Fred Soneya. The firm focuses on early-stage investments, particularly in technology sectors such as software as a service (SaaS), artificial intelligence, and retail technology. Haatch specializes in providing growth capital to startups at the pre-seed and seed stages, typically investing between £100,000 and £300,000 while participating in rounds up to £2 million. In addition to financial support, the firm offers strategic guidance and networking opportunities to enhance the prospects of success for its portfolio companies. Haatch also manages an EIS fund aimed at investing in scalable and disruptive business models, particularly those that have achieved early market traction and are seeking support to scale to Series A.
Made 6 investments in Music Streaming

Andreessen Horowitz

Andreessen Horowitz LLC, founded in 2009 by Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz, is a venture capital firm based in Menlo Park, California. The firm specializes in investing across various stages of company development, from seed and early-stage to growth and late-stage ventures. It primarily targets the technology sector, with a strong emphasis on software, cloud computing, and Internet infrastructure. The firm also explores opportunities in consumer and business Internet applications, mobile software, and data storage, as well as at the intersection of computer science and life sciences, particularly in areas like digital therapeutics and computational medicine. Andreessen Horowitz is known for its significant financial backing, with investments typically ranging from $50,000 to $50 million. The firm has established multiple funds, including early-stage funds that focus on a variety of sectors, while explicitly avoiding investments in clean energy, transportation, and certain life sciences domains.
Made 29 investments in Music Streaming

General Catalyst

General Catalyst Group Management, LLC is a private equity and venture capital firm founded in 2000 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with additional offices in North America and Europe. The firm specializes in early-stage and growth equity investments, focusing on a diverse range of sectors including technology, advanced materials, clean energy, cybersecurity, healthcare, and consumer services. General Catalyst seeks to invest in companies that demonstrate strong growth potential, typically targeting those with an EBITDA between $3 million and $30 million and minimum revenues of $10 million. The firm has managed eight venture capital funds with approximately $3.75 billion in capital commitments. It emphasizes building lasting relationships with entrepreneurs and provides mentorship to foster success, enabling companies to scale effectively. General Catalyst primarily invests in North America and Australia, with a preference for seed investments in Silicon Valley, New York, and Boston.
Made 22 investments in Music Streaming

Refiners I

Refiners I is a venture capital fund managed by The Refiners, based in San Francisco, California. The fund focuses on supporting international startups, recognizing their unique challenges and opportunities within the Silicon Valley ecosystem. Through a structured three-month program, it provides startups with essential funding, mentorship, and networking opportunities, aimed at helping them refine their business models and scale globally. The Refiners is dedicated to equipping these entrepreneurs with the necessary tools and guidance to thrive in a competitive environment, ensuring they have the expertise needed to expand their vision effectively.
Made 7 investments in Music Streaming

Outlier Ventures

Outlier Ventures is a London-based venture platform founded in 2013 that focuses on investing in early-stage startups developing transformative technologies, particularly in the blockchain, AI, and IoT sectors. As a pioneer in blockchain investment in Europe, the firm has cultivated a robust investment thesis centered on the convergence of decentralized technologies with advancements in various fields, aiming to establish a new decentralized data infrastructure that supports the evolution of Web 3.0. Outlier Ventures not only provides financial backing but also offers extensive support through its Base Camp program, which serves as an incubation and acceleration platform for pre-seed projects, providing resources such as office space, legal assistance, and operational support. The firm has a dedicated team of specialists and operates globally, investing in a diverse range of sectors including gaming, NFTs, decentralized finance, and middleware.
Made 5 investments in Music Streaming

Founder Collective

Founded in 2009, Founder Collective is a private equity firm based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with an additional office in New York. The firm specializes in seed-stage investments, primarily in technology-related companies across various sectors, including software and telecommunications. Founder Collective manages $50 million in capital and typically invests between $0.2 million and $2 million in early-stage ventures. The firm is comprised of a network of successful entrepreneurs who leverage their experience to identify promising startups. While the firm’s investment focus is geographically centered on the East Coast, it maintains a global investment outlook, targeting companies with a significant information technology component.
Made 18 investments in Music Streaming

Antler

Antler is a global early-stage venture capital firm founded in Singapore in 2017, focused on investing in technology companies with significant growth potential. With a presence across six continents and major entrepreneurial hubs such as London, New York, Singapore, and Sydney, Antler has supported the establishment of over 200 startups, 40% of which have at least one female co-founder. The firm identifies exceptional individuals and early-stage businesses, providing comprehensive support from team formation and business model validation to capital investment. Antler invests primarily at the pre-seed stage and continues to engage with its portfolio companies through subsequent funding rounds, including Series C. The firm operates several funds, including those targeting specific regions like East Africa, while maintaining a commitment to fostering diverse founding teams representing 70 nationalities. Through its global platform, Antler aims to help founders build impactful startups that can define the future of technology.
Made 6 investments in Music Streaming

Matrix

Matrix Partners is a venture capital firm established in 1977, with offices in San Francisco, Cambridge, Shanghai, Beijing, Mumbai, and Bangalore. The firm focuses on seed, early-stage, late-stage, and growth capital investments across various sectors, including software, communications, artificial intelligence, fintech, digital health, and clean technology. With a commitment to building long-term relationships with entrepreneurs, Matrix Partners aims to support visionary founders in developing significant, industry-leading companies. The firm has a strong track record, having participated in hundreds of investments, with many of its portfolio companies achieving successful IPOs or profitable mergers and acquisitions. The team at Matrix Partners combines local insights with global expertise, comprising both former entrepreneurs and seasoned investors.
Made 32 investments in Music Streaming

Accel

Accel is a venture capital firm founded in 1983 and based in Palo Alto, California, with additional offices in San Francisco, London, and Bangalore. The firm specializes in early and growth-stage investments, focusing on technology sectors such as software, big data, cloud technologies, fintech, healthcare, and digital media. Accel is known for backing innovative entrepreneurs and has a history of investing in notable companies including Facebook, Dropbox, and Spotify. With over three decades of experience, Accel employs dedicated teams that utilize market-specific strategies to identify and support the next generation of industry leaders. The firm manages approximately $9.6 billion and carries out investments typically ranging from $5 million to $15 million, aiming to foster the development of world-class, category-defining businesses globally.
Made 34 investments in Music Streaming

SOSV

SOSV is a global venture capital firm founded in 1995 and headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey. Specializing in seed-to-growth stage investments, SOSV operates multiple accelerator programs worldwide, including HAX for hardware, IndieBio and RebelBio for life sciences, Chinaccelerator and MOX for cross-border internet ventures, Food-X for innovative food solutions, and dlab for blockchain technology. The firm focuses on investments in revolutionary deep technologies aimed at improving human and planetary health, as well as cross-border markets, particularly in Asia. SOSV invests in approximately 150 startups annually, providing support through its resources to accelerate product development and scaling. Over its two-decade history, SOSV has established a strong reputation, consistently ranking among the top venture capital firms globally.
Made 29 investments in Music Streaming

Betaworks

Betaworks is a startup studio and venture capital firm based in New York, founded in 2008. The company focuses on building and investing in next-generation internet companies, operating as a network that connects ideas, people, capital, and data. Betaworks emphasizes an innovative approach to seed-stage investments, typically ranging from $150,000 to $200,000, targeting early-stage, technology-driven companies with working prototypes. The firm collaborates closely with its portfolio companies, which include notable names such as Giphy and Instapaper, fostering a community that encourages entrepreneurship and mentorship. Betaworks Ventures, established in 2016, further extends the firm’s commitment to investing in various sectors including B2B, B2C, and emerging technologies like artificial intelligence and virtual reality. Through its unique model, Betaworks aims to create a more sustainable approach to innovation, allowing builders to engage in multiple projects rather than being tied to a single venture.
Made 29 investments in Music Streaming

Alumni Ventures

Alumni Ventures Group, LLC is a venture capital firm founded in 2013 and based in Manchester, New Hampshire, with additional offices in North America. The firm specializes in seed, early-stage, and late-stage pre-IPO investments, focusing on companies that have an alumni connection and an institutional lead investor with relevant expertise. It offers high-quality, diversified venture portfolios to individual investors, particularly accredited alumni from top entrepreneurial schools, who previously lacked access to venture capital opportunities. Alumni Ventures Group invests between $0.01 million and $3 million in various sectors and geographies, without seeking board or observer seats. Additionally, the firm provides focused funds that enable any accredited investor to access a diverse venture portfolio, allowing for investment across different types, sectors, stages, and geographical locations.
Made 17 investments in Music Streaming

Northzone

Northzone is a venture capital firm founded in 1996, with headquarters in London and additional offices in New York, Oslo, and Stockholm. The firm has raised over €1.5 billion and focuses on early-stage investments in technology-driven companies. Northzone has partnered with notable founders of successful businesses, including Spotify, Avito, iZettle, and Klarna, among others. The firm aims to support the growth of category-defining enterprises by connecting them with customers, business partners, and key talent on a global scale. With a strong emphasis on the entrepreneurial experience, Northzone leverages its extensive network to foster innovation and drive success for its portfolio companies.
Made 22 investments in Music Streaming

Almi Invest

Almi Invest is a Swedish venture capital firm established in 2009, focusing on investing in promising start-ups with scalable business models and committed entrepreneurs. The firm operates through seven regionally based funds, each managed by experienced local investment professionals. With a total capital of SEK 1 billion, Almi Invest typically makes initial investments ranging from SEK 2 to 4 million, with the potential to extend up to SEK 10 million during the investment's lifecycle. The firm emphasizes collaboration by syndicating investments with other venture capitalists or angel investors, allowing it to acquire a maximum of 50 percent of shares in any given funding round. Almi Invest sources its capital from European Union structural funds and regional investors, with half of its funding derived from each. The firm's structure as an Evergreen Fund allows it to reinvest generated returns, contributing to its ongoing investment capacity. Additionally, the Almi Invest GreenTech Fund targets early-stage investments in clean tech, climate tech, and life sciences, aiming for a diverse portfolio through at least 50 investments.
Made 16 investments in Music Streaming

Lerer Hippeau

Lerer Hippeau is an early-stage venture capital fund based in New York City, founded in 2010 by Ken Lerer, Ben Lerer, and Eric Hippeau. The firm is recognized as one of the most active early-stage investors in the region, managing multiple funds, including Lerer Hippeau Ventures V, VII, and VIII. With a portfolio exceeding 250 active companies, Lerer Hippeau invests across various sectors, particularly focusing on consumer and enterprise companies. Notable investments include firms such as Allbirds, Bowery Farming, and K Health. The fund emphasizes backing founders who demonstrate strong product vision, customer insight, and brand-building capabilities. Additionally, Lerer Hippeau has adopted a Diversity Term Sheet Rider, reflecting its commitment to promoting diversity within its portfolio.
Made 26 investments in Music Streaming

Precursor Ventures

Precursor Ventures is a venture capital firm founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, California. The firm specializes in pre-seed, seed, and early-stage investments, primarily targeting the consumer, digital health, education, enterprise, fintech, marketplace, SaaS, and information technology sectors. Precursor Ventures prioritizes investments in B2B and B2C software applications and hardware, focusing on the San Francisco Bay Area, New York, Toronto, and Los Angeles metropolitan regions, while remaining open to other geographies. The firm typically invests between $0.1 million and $0.25 million per company, aiming for 18 to 20 investments in its portfolio. Emphasizing the importance of people over products, Precursor Ventures has also adopted the Diversity Term Sheet Rider to promote inclusivity in its investment process.
Made 13 investments in Music Streaming

GGV Capital

GGV Capital is a global venture capital firm established in 2000, specializing in investments in local founders across various sectors. The firm focuses on seed-to-growth stage investments in areas such as Consumer/New Retail, Social/Digital & Internet, Enterprise/Cloud, and Frontier Tech. GGV manages approximately $6.2 billion in capital across 13 funds, offering expansion capital ranging from $5 to $25 million for initial investments. Its portfolio includes notable companies such as Airbnb, Alibaba, Affirm, ByteDance, and Peloton. GGV Capital operates offices in major tech hubs including Beijing, San Francisco, Shanghai, and Silicon Valley, emphasizing a commitment to supporting innovative businesses in the United States, China, and Southeast Asia.
Made 28 investments in Music Streaming

Speedinvest

Speedinvest GmbH is a venture capital firm founded in 2011 and based in Vienna, Austria, specializing in early-stage investments in technology-related startups across Europe. The firm focuses on sectors such as deep tech, fintech, health, industrial tech, consumer marketplaces, software as a service, and climate tech. Speedinvest typically invests between €0.25 million and €3 million in pre-seed to Series A stages, aiming to take minority stakes of up to 20% in its portfolio companies. The firm emphasizes operational support, often taking on active roles within the companies it invests in for periods ranging from six months to a year. With additional offices in cities including San Francisco, Berlin, Paris, London, and Munich, Speedinvest seeks to leverage a global network to enhance its contributions to Europe’s startup ecosystem.
Made 11 investments in Music Streaming

True Ventures

True Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Palo Alto, California, founded in 2005. Specializing in early-stage technology startups, the firm focuses on providing seed and Series A funding, typically investing between $0.25 million and $3 million for a stake of 22 to 25 percent. True Ventures has more than $2.8 billion in assets under management and has supported over 300 companies, contributing to the creation of more than 25,000 jobs globally. The firm's investment strategy encompasses a wide array of sectors, including healthcare technology, consumer products, software, and emerging technologies. True Ventures is recognized for its commitment to empowering entrepreneurs through its support programs, aiming to foster innovation and growth in the startup ecosystem. Notable portfolio companies include Peloton, Fitbit, and Duo Security, among others. True Ventures has received accolades such as the National Venture Capital Association's Venture Firm of the Year in 2018.
Made 35 investments in Music Streaming

New Enterprise Associates

New Enterprise Associates, Inc. is a private equity and venture capital firm established in 1977 and headquartered in Menlo Park, California, with additional offices in India and China. The firm specializes in investments across various stages of company development, including seed, start-up, early stage, and later stage, with a focus on sectors such as information technology, healthcare, and energy technology. NEA's investment strategy encompasses a wide range of industries, including consumer internet, software, biotechnology, medical devices, and alternative energy. With over $19 billion in cumulative committed capital, the firm has a notable track record, having participated in more than 210 portfolio company IPOs and over 360 acquisitions. NEA aims to invest between $0.05 million and $20 million, targeting both domestic and international markets, particularly in Asia and the Americas.
Made 44 investments in Music Streaming

Bitkraft

Bitkraft is a private equity firm founded in 2015 and headquartered in Berlin, with additional offices in New York, San Francisco, and Los Angeles. The firm specializes in early-stage investments in the esports and gaming sectors across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific. With a focus on digital entertainment, Bitkraft has established itself as a significant player in the industry, leveraging its presence in major metropolitan areas to identify and support innovative companies. The firm operates multiple venture capital funds, including those targeting information technology and gaming, and typically invests between $0.1 million and $0.4 million in promising startups. Founded by Jens Hilgers, Bitkraft aims to nurture the growth of esports and gaming enterprises in a rapidly evolving market.
Made 10 investments in Music Streaming

Greylock

Greylock Partners is a venture capital firm founded in 1965 and headquartered in Menlo Park, California, with additional offices in Wellesley and San Francisco. The firm specializes in investing across all stages of development, with a particular focus on seed, early, and growth stage companies in the consumer and enterprise software sectors. Greylock seeks to back entrepreneurs who are creating disruptive technologies that define new markets, investing in areas such as advertising, fintech, healthcare, cloud/SaaS, data analytics, and more. The firm typically invests between $0.05 million and $200 million, depending on the stage of the company, and prefers to take board seats in its portfolio companies. Greylock actively invests in companies based in the United States, India, China, Europe, and Israel, and has a history of backing notable companies such as Airbnb, Dropbox, and LinkedIn.
Made 17 investments in Music Streaming

Wayra

Wayra UK Limited is an accelerator focused on early-stage technology startups, operating since 2012 and based in London. It offers various programs aimed at different sectors, including healthcare, information technology, cyber security, smart transport, and 5G. The Wayra Call provides funding of up to €0.25 million for innovative digital products and services. The Velocity Health program specifically targets healthcare startups, offering £34,000 in investment along with a potential cash prize. Other programs like Wayra Fair By Design and GCHQ Cyber Accelerator also provide financial support tailored to their respective industries. Wayra has a global presence, operating in ten countries and leveraging its affiliation with Telefónica to foster connections between entrepreneurs and industry leaders, thus facilitating collaboration and business opportunities.
Made 51 investments in Music Streaming

Entrepreneur First

Entrepreneur First Operations Limited is an accelerator focused on seed funding for technology startups, founded in 2011 and headquartered in London, with additional offices in Singapore, Berlin, Paris, Bangalore, and Hong Kong. The firm specifically invests in individuals at the "pre-team, pre-idea" stage, selecting participants based solely on their technical talent. Its intensive six-month program aims to provide comprehensive support during the critical early stages of startup development. Entrepreneur First offers stipends to participants during the program, with varying amounts based on location. The firm typically invests in startups in London, Singapore, Bangalore, Berlin, Paris, and Hong Kong, taking a 10 percent equity stake. Over the years, it has successfully launched more than 100 startups, collectively valued at over $1 billion, and is backed by notable investors such as Y Combinator, Index Ventures, and Octopus Ventures.
Made 7 investments in Music Streaming

Right Side Capital Management

Right Side Capital Management is a venture capital firm based in San Francisco, California, established in 2010. The firm specializes in early-stage investments, focusing exclusively on the pre-seed round of technology startups. Right Side Capital Management aims to support companies with capital-efficient business models that are typically located outside major hubs like the San Francisco Bay Area and New York City. The firm invests in a range of technology sectors, including internet and cloud technologies, and operates primarily within the United States and Canada, with occasional investments in Western Europe, Israel, Australia, and New Zealand. Right Side Capital Management conducts 75 to 100 investments annually, with portfolio companies spanning 19 states. The firm seeks to provide a clear response to entrepreneurs within two weeks, with investments generally ranging from $50,000 to $500,000 and pre-money valuations between $1 million and $3 million.
Made 32 investments in Music Streaming

Bossanova Investimentos

Bossa Nova Investimentos e Administração S.A. is a venture capital firm based in São Paulo, Brazil, founded in 2010. Specializing in pre-seed, seed, startup, and early-stage investments, the firm focuses on technology sectors such as software, service development, mobile applications, and B2B solutions. It is recognized as a leading investor in the pre-seed stage within Brazil and has expanded its investment activities to include companies in the United States. Bossa Nova typically invests between R$0.1 million and R$0.8 million per project, primarily through minority investments. Additionally, the firm manages the Bossa Nova Sports Tech Fund, which targets consumer and business products, information technology, wellness, and gaming sectors, with a preference for investments ranging from R$0.1 million to R$0.3 million across multiple companies.
Made 22 investments in Music Streaming

LeanSquare

LeanSquare sa is a venture capital firm and accelerator specializing in seed, start-up and growth capital investments. The firm seeks to make equity investment between $0.1 million to $0.5 million. The firm is based in Liège, Belgium. LeanSquare sa operates as a subsidiary of Noshaq.
Made 5 investments in Music Streaming

Redpoint

Redpoint is a venture capital firm founded in 1999, based in Woodside, California, with additional offices in San Francisco, Beijing, and Shanghai. The firm specializes in early-stage and growth capital investments, primarily focusing on technology, media, telecommunications, consumer internet, and alternative energy sectors. Redpoint manages approximately $4 billion across multiple funds and has a history of backing over 465 companies, resulting in 140 initial public offerings and mergers and acquisitions. Investments typically range from $0.1 million to $50 million, with a preference for seed and early-stage companies. Redpoint China Ventures, a division of the firm, specifically targets seed and early venture investments within the technology-driven consumer and enterprise IT sectors in China. The firm seeks to partner with visionary founders to drive innovation and market transformation across various industries.
Made 31 investments in Music Streaming

Founders Fund

Founders Fund is a San Francisco-based venture capital firm established in 2005, specializing in investments across various stages, from seed to growth. The firm focuses on transformative technologies and seeks to address significant global challenges through its investments in sectors such as biotechnology, artificial intelligence, aerospace, cybersecurity, and consumer internet. With over $2 billion in capital under management, Founders Fund has a history of backing notable companies, including SpaceX, Palantir, and Facebook, emphasizing a founder-friendly investment strategy that provides substantial support with minimal interference. The firm typically invests between $500,000 and $300 million, targeting innovative companies worldwide.
Made 15 investments in Music Streaming

Ascension

Ascension Ventures Limited is a private equity and venture capital firm based in the United Kingdom, focusing on early stage to later stage investments across various sectors, including technology, healthcare, and creative industries. Established in 2012, the firm primarily invests in Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS) and Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) companies, targeting sectors such as digital media, financial technology, educational technology, and health. It has a strategic emphasis on supporting UK-based businesses, having invested over £22 million across multiple funds since 2013. Ascension's investment strategy typically involves contributions ranging from £250,000 to £1.5 million, with a preferred exit timeline of four to seven years. In addition to direct investments, the firm is open to co-investment opportunities and operates a specialist fund focused on HealthTech and Life Sciences, further enhancing its portfolio.
Made 22 investments in Music Streaming

Google

Google is a multinational corporation specializing in Internet-related services and products. Its extensive product portfolio includes Google Search, which provides access to online information; Google Ads, an auction-based advertising program; AdSense, which allows websites to display ads; and YouTube, a platform for video content. Google also offers Android, an open-source mobile operating system, alongside hardware products like Chromebooks and Chromecast. The company provides cloud-based services such as Google Drive, Google Cloud Storage, and Google App Engine, as well as tools for real-time analytics. Additionally, Google AI focuses on advancing artificial intelligence and integrating it into various products. The philanthropic arm, Google.org, supports initiatives that leverage technology for social good, while the Google Foundation invests in innovative technologies to address global challenges. Founded in 1998 by Larry Page and Sergey Brin in Mountain View, California, Google has become the world's leading search engine and a key player in the digital landscape.
Made 19 investments in Music Streaming

IDG Capital

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Made 36 investments in Music Streaming

Intel

Intel Corporation is a leading global designer and manufacturer of semiconductor technologies, focused on powering the cloud, smart devices, and connected technologies. Founded in 1968 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, Intel operates through various segments including Data Center Group, Internet of Things Group, Mobileye, and Client Computing Group, among others. The company offers a range of products such as central processing units, chipsets, accelerators, and memory solutions, catering to original equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and cloud service providers. Intel has been transitioning from a PC-centric to a data-centric business model, emphasizing advancements in performance, power, and connectivity across various workloads. With a strong commitment to innovation, Intel also invests through Intel Capital in startups that drive technologies in cloud infrastructure, artificial intelligence, and 5G, among others. The company’s collaborations with prominent organizations aim to develop privacy-preserving analytics and enhance computing capabilities. As one of the largest semiconductor manufacturers by revenue, Intel continues to shape the future of computing and communications.
Made 46 investments in Music Streaming

Highland Europe

Highland Europe is a venture capital firm established in 2012, with headquarters in London and an additional office in Geneva. The firm specializes in investing in growth-stage companies within the internet, mobile, and software sectors across Europe. It typically targets investments ranging from €5 million to €75 million in businesses that have achieved over €10 million in annual revenues. Highland Europe aims to support management teams in accelerating growth and building sustainable, valuable companies. The firm is known for fostering strong relationships with founders and leaders at the board level, ensuring a collaborative approach to driving success.
Made 23 investments in Music Streaming

5Y Capital

5Y Capital is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Shanghai, China, specializing in seed, startup, early venture, and growth capital investments. Established in 1992, the firm focuses on a diverse range of sectors, including healthcare, technology, fintech, internet services, consumer services, media, and life sciences, among others. It aims to support entrepreneurs in building innovative companies, particularly in China and other emerging markets in Asia/Pacific. Managing approximately USD 5 billion in dual-currency funds, 5Y Capital attracts investments from global sources, including sovereign wealth funds and family offices. The firm typically makes initial investments exceeding USD 500,000 per portfolio company. 5Y Capital operates under the Morningside Group, which is committed to socially responsible investing, particularly in educational opportunities and scientific research.
Made 22 investments in Music Streaming

Elevate Ventures

Elevate Ventures nurtures and develops emerging and existing high-potential businesses into high-performing, Indiana-based companies. They accomplish this by providing rigorous business analysis and robust advisory serivces that connect companies with the resources they need to succeed long-term. As a not-for-profit organization, they are able to offer unbiased, in-depth perspective and recommendations. Emerging, high-potential businesses Elevate Ventures seeks out business endeavors that identify a need in the marketplace and are well-positioned to successfully transition from research to product development to market. High-performing, Indiana-based Companies These companies grow local economies and employment throughout Indiana, in addition to attracting and retaining top-level talent for the Hoosier state. Rigorous business analysis Comprehensive due diligence is critical to determining the long-term financial viability of these companies. Robust advisory services Elevate Ventures provides more than just capital, they partner with entrepreneurs, investors and other local and state organizations to ensure the best return on investment. Resources to succeed long-term In addition to financial resources, Elevate addressees other market barriers, which may include management, business development, talent identification and retention, and specific technology development challenges. They don't just write a check and walk away - they help sustain business success and growth over time. Unbiased, in-depth perspective and recommendations With a seasoned staff and a host of proven outside partners, they provide objectivity and insights that are among the best in their profession.
Made 7 investments in Music Streaming

Plug and Play

Plug and Play, founded in 2006 and based in Sunnyvale, California, operates as a business accelerator and venture capital firm that focuses on early-stage and seed investments in technology startups. The firm runs 12 industry-specific accelerator programs annually, connecting startups with corporate partners and investors to foster collaboration and growth. Plug and Play's investment strategy encompasses a wide range of sectors, including fintech, health and wellness, travel, cybersecurity, and sustainability, allowing it to support diverse startups from any country. The firm provides various resources, including funding, mentorship, office space, and networking opportunities, and has a global presence with offices in North America, Europe, and Asia. Plug and Play has a strong track record, having helped numerous startups secure over $9 billion in funding since its inception. Its programs aim to refine business models and facilitate introductions to potential investors, ultimately contributing to the growth of the startup ecosystem.
Made 26 investments in Music Streaming

Waverley Capital

Waverley Capital is a venture capital firm founded in 2017 by Edgar Brofman Jr. and Daniel Leff, with headquarters in New York and an additional office in Palo Alto, California. The firm specializes in early-stage startup investments, primarily focusing on the media, technology, and entertainment sectors. In addition to its initial investments, Waverley Capital also engages in follow-on investments to support the growth of its portfolio companies.
Made 4 investments in Music Streaming

Firestartr

Firestartr helps the most promising digital entrepreneurs take their companies from seed stage to Series A and beyond. Beyond providing capital, they draw on their entrepreneurial successes and senior operational experience with leading technology companies to support sustainable growth in their portfolio. Their deep domain expertise, combined with an unrivalled network of advisors, enable us to make meaningful connections at the right time and propel companies with hands-on support.
Made 3 investments in Music Streaming

CRV

CRV, founded in 1970, is a prominent early-stage venture capital firm that specializes in investing in technology companies. With nearly 400 startups supported over its 47-year history, CRV has made significant contributions to the growth of influential companies such as Twitter, Amgen, and Hubspot. Approximately half of the firms in its portfolio have achieved public offerings or acquisitions. The firm manages around $1.5 billion and focuses on sectors including enterprise technology, consumer products, and bioengineering. Operating from offices in Palo Alto, California, and Cambridge, Massachusetts, CRV employs a hands-on approach to support entrepreneurs in transforming their innovative ideas into leading market solutions.
Made 27 investments in Music Streaming

Kleiner Perkins

Kleiner Perkins is an American venture capital firm founded in 1972 and headquartered in Menlo Park, California. The firm specializes in investing in early-stage, growth, and incubation companies across various sectors, including healthcare, consumer products, artificial intelligence, machine learning, fintech, robotics, and drones. Kleiner Perkins is committed to partnering with founders who possess innovative ideas, supporting them from the inception of their ventures through to their initial public offerings and beyond. The firm also has a notable focus on digital technology and life sciences, leveraging its expertise to maximize the potential of the companies in which it invests.
Made 25 investments in Music Streaming

Partech

Partech is a global investment firm established in 1982, with offices in San Francisco, Paris, Berlin, and Dakar. The firm focuses on providing capital and strategic support to entrepreneurs at various stages, including seed, venture, and growth phases. With an investment capacity exceeding $1.5 billion, Partech's investments typically range from $200,000 to $50 million across a diverse array of sectors such as software, fintech, digital brands, and deep tech. The firm manages several funds, including Partech Africa II, which targets African startups in technology and consumer services, and Partech Growth II, aimed at growth-stage companies in Europe. Partech's portfolio has seen significant success, with over 20 companies achieving initial public offerings and more than 50 strategic exits valued above $100 million.
Made 17 investments in Music Streaming

Science

Science is a California-based venture capital firm founded in 2011, specializing in early-stage investments in technology companies across the United States and India. The firm identifies entrenched markets and societal shifts, targeting disruptive companies with innovative ideas and focused teams. Science has co-founded and invested in over 60 companies, including well-known names in various sectors such as e-commerce, media, fintech, and gaming. Its investment strategy encompasses seed-stage, early-stage, and later-stage companies, reflecting a diverse portfolio that spans industries like data services, blockchain, educational technology, and micro-mobility. By leveraging its expertise, Science aims to foster growth in emerging markets and support the development of pioneering business models.
Made 5 investments in Music Streaming

Serra Ventures

Serra Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm based in Champaign, Illinois, focused on investing in technology companies primarily located in emerging Midwest technology centers and selected areas in Southern California. Founded in 1998, the firm specializes in sectors such as information technology, devices and instrumentation, and agricultural technologies. Serra Ventures aims to support innovative companies that are poised for growth, leveraging its expertise and regional knowledge to identify promising investment opportunities.
Made 16 investments in Music Streaming