# The companies we've backed Portfolio · 2017 — present We invest at seed and Series A and stay close, through the next round, the pivot, the hire, the launch. Below: every founder we've partnered with since 2017. 101 companies · 3 IPOs · 15 acquisitions · 55 marked up ### [Destiny](https://destiny.xyz/) *Seed · 2020 · IPO* Destiny operates Destiny Tech100 (NYSE: DXYZ), a closed-end fund that gives public investors exposure to a basket of private technology companies. ### [Forge Global](https://forgeglobal.com/) *Seed + Series B · 2018 · IPO* Forge Global operates a marketplace and data platform for buying and selling private company shares. ### [Curren C Group](https://www.tngfintech.com/en/home) *2017 · IPO* CURRENC Group (Nasdaq: CURR) provides AI-powered global financial services and digital remittance infrastructure for banks, e-wallets, and remittance companies. ### [Sogni](https://sogni.ai/) *Seed · 2024 · Follow-on funding · Listed* Sogni is a decentralized creative-AI platform where image and video apps run on a community-powered GPU supernet with privacy-first generation. ### [Eco](https://www.eco.com/) *Private · 2018 · Listed* Eco develops digital money products, including a wallet for saving, spending, and sending funds. ### [Skale](https://skale.network/) *Listed* Skale provides an Ethereum-compatible blockchain network for scaling decentralized applications with configurable app-specific chains. ### [Vault12](https://vault12.com/) *2018 · Listed* Vault12 provides a mobile app for backing up crypto wallet seed phrases and arranging digital asset inheritance. ### [Stacks](https://www.stacks.co/) *SPV · 2018 · Listed* Stacks is a Bitcoin layer that enables smart contracts and decentralized applications secured by Bitcoin. ### [Hedera Hashgraph](https://hedera.com/) *Listed* Hedera is a public proof-of-stake distributed ledger network for building decentralized applications and issuing digital assets. ### [Numerai](https://numer.ai/) *Listed* Numerai operates a hedge fund that crowdsources machine learning models from data scientists through anonymized financial data and crypto-based staking. ### [Origin](https://www.originprotocol.com/en) *Listed* Origin Protocol develops Ethereum-based DeFi products, including yield-bearing stablecoins and liquid staking tokens. ### [Witnet](https://witnet.io/) *Listed* Witnet is a decentralized oracle network that provides smart contracts with access to external data sources. ### [Composer](https://www.composer.trade/) *Seed · 2023 · Acquired* Composer is a no-code platform for building, backtesting, and running AI-powered automated trading strategies across stocks, crypto, and options. ### [Nova](https://novahq.com/) *Seed · 2018 · Acquired* Nova is a sales intelligence platform that helps sales teams research prospects and personalize outbound email outreach. ### [Revere](https://www.reverevc.com/) *Seed · 2022 · Acquired* Revere provides a platform that helps investors research, access, and manage allocations to venture capital funds. ### [Node Eco](https://www.greencanopynode.com/) *Seed · 2019 · Acquired* Green Canopy NODE designs and builds sustainable, energy-efficient residential housing. ### [Allure Systems](https://www.alluresystems.com/) *Seed · 2019 · Acquired* Allure Systems provides AI-powered virtual model imagery and product photography tools for fashion e-commerce brands. ### [Avenify](https://avenify.com/) *Pre-seed · 2019 · Acquired* Avenify provides income-share agreement financing for students, with a focus on nursing education. ### [Qulture Rocks](qulture.rocks/en) *Seed · 2018 · Acquired* Qulture.Rocks provides a human resources platform for performance management, OKRs, feedback, engagement surveys, and employee development. ### [Kite](https://www.kite.com/) *Series A · 2017 · Acquired* Kite developed an AI-powered coding assistant that provided code completions and documentation lookup for developers. ### [Clearbit](https://clearbit.com/) *Acquired* Clearbit provides B2B data enrichment and intelligence tools for sales and marketing teams. ### [Cozy](https://cozy.co/) *Acquired* Cozy was an online property management platform for landlords to collect rent, screen tenants, and manage rental applications. ### [Elph](https://www.brex.com/posts/elph/) *Acquired* Elph built blockchain wallet infrastructure that abstracted private-key management for end users and was acquired by Brex. ### [Postmates](https://postmates.com/) *Acquired* Postmates was an on-demand delivery platform for food, groceries, and local goods from restaurants and stores. ### [SourceDNA](https://www.crunchbase.com/organization/sourcedna) *Acquired* SourceDNA was a mobile app analytics platform that analyzed app binaries to identify security issues, SDK usage, and code behavior. ### [Smarking](https://www.smarking.com/) *Acquired* Smarking provides business intelligence, analytics, and dynamic pricing software for parking operators and asset owners. ### [AIBOR](https://www.aibor.io/) *Seed · 2025 · Follow-on funding* AIBOR builds autonomous AI auditors that operate audit software like junior staff to handle vouching, testing, valuation work, and documentation. ### [Ridepanda](https://www.ridepanda.com/) *Seed · 2021 · Follow-on funding* Ridepanda provides an employee micromobility benefits platform for leasing, purchasing, and servicing e-bikes and scooters. ### [Handle](https://www.handle.com/) *Seed · 2019 · Follow-on funding* Handle provides software for construction companies to manage payments, lien rights, and credit processes. ### [Patlytics](https://www.patlytics.ai/) *Pre-seed · 2023 · Follow-on funding* Patlytics is an end-to-end AI platform for IP teams covering patent drafting, prosecution, infringement analysis, invalidity research, and portfolio management. ### [Upside](https://www.upside.gg/) *Seed · 2021 · Follow-on funding* Upside provided analytics and operations tools for cryptocurrency project teams to track on-chain activity, treasury health, and community metrics. ### [ZBiotics](https://zbiotics.com/) *Seed · 2018 · Follow-on funding* ZBiotics makes genetically engineered probiotic products, including a drink designed to break down an alcohol byproduct in the gut. ### [Exactbuyer](https://www.exactbuyer.com/) *Pre-seed · 2022 · Follow-on funding* ExactBuyer provides a B2B customer data platform for finding, enriching, and targeting prospective business buyers. ### [Statiq](https://www.statiq.in/) *Seed · 2020 · Follow-on funding* Statiq operates an electric vehicle charging network and app for locating, booking, and paying for charging in India. ### [Decile Group](https://vclab.fund/) *Pre-seed · 2022 · Follow-on funding* Decile Group runs VC Lab and Decile Hub, an accelerator program and fund-administration platform for emerging venture capital fund managers. ### [Conductive Research](http://conductive.ai/) *Series Seed · 2022 · Follow-on funding* Conductive.ai builds a player-engagement platform that adds rewards and analytics on top of mobile and web games. ### [WeWeb](https://www.weweb.io/) *Seed · 2021 · Follow-on funding* WeWeb is a no-code front-end builder for creating web applications that connect to databases, APIs, and back-end services. ### [Bounty](https://www.bounty.co/) *Pre-seed · 2022 · Follow-on funding* Bounty is a platform that helps ecommerce brands source user-generated content from customers after purchases. ### [Nitra](https://www.nitra.com/) *Seed · 2022 · Follow-on funding* Nitra provides financial services, including business credit cards and expense management tools, for healthcare practices. ### [SmallSmall](https://smallsmall.com/) *Follow-on funding* SmallSmall is a Nigerian proptech platform offering monthly home rentals and rent payment plans. ### [KingsCrowd](https://kingscrowd.com/) *Warrant Repurchase · 2021 · Follow-on funding* KingsCrowd provides investment research, ratings, and analytics for startup crowdfunding and alternative private market offerings. ### [Firstbase](https://firstbase.io/) *Seed · 2021 · Follow-on funding* Firstbase provides a platform for entrepreneurs to incorporate and manage US companies, especially for non-US founders. ### [BrioHR](https://briohr.com/) *Seed · 2021 · Follow-on funding* BrioHR provides cloud-based human resources software for payroll, leave, claims, recruitment, performance, and employee management. ### [Woolf](https://woolf.university/) *Seed · 2021 · Follow-on funding* Woolf provides a platform for education organizations to create and manage accredited degree programs through a global collegiate university. ### [Flow](https://flowinc.app/) *Seed · 2021 · Follow-on funding* Flow provides software for venture firms and SPV organizers to manage fund formation, investor onboarding, capital calls, and reporting. ### [CityFurnish](https://cityfurnish.com/) *Seed · 2019 · Follow-on funding* CityFurnish offers online rental subscriptions for furniture and home appliances in India. ### [Flat](https://flat.mx/) *Seed · 2020 · Follow-on funding* Flat is an online platform for buying, selling, and financing residential real estate in Mexico. ### [Mezmo](https://www.mezmo.com/) *Series C · 2020 · Follow-on funding* Mezmo provides an observability data pipeline platform for collecting, transforming, and routing telemetry data. ### [Fantuan](https://fantuan.ca/) *Series A · 2020 · Follow-on funding* Fantuan is a food delivery platform focused on Asian restaurants and local services in North America. ### [AbstractOps](https://www.abstractops.com/) *Seed · 2019 · Follow-on funding* AbstractOps provides software for startups to manage HR, legal, finance, and compliance operations. ### [EquipmentShare](https://www.equipmentshare.com/) *2019 · Follow-on funding* EquipmentShare provides construction equipment rentals and fleet management technology for contractors. ### [Legacy](https://www.givelegacy.com/) *Seed · 2019 · Follow-on funding* Legacy provides at-home sperm testing, sperm freezing, and male fertility services. ### [Hemster](https://www.hemster.co/) *Seed · 2018 · Follow-on funding* Hemster provides clothing alteration and repair services through retail partners and an online booking platform. ### [Alpaca](https://alpaca.markets/) *Series Seed · 2019 · Follow-on funding* Alpaca provides a brokerage API and trading platform for developers to build stock and crypto trading applications. ### [Bolt](https://www.bolt.com/) *Follow-on funding* Bolt provides checkout, identity, and payment software for online retailers. ### [Verto FX](https://www.vertofx.com/) *Follow-on funding* Verto FX provides a B2B cross-border payments and foreign exchange platform for businesses. ### [SFOX](https://www.sfox.com/) *Series B · 2019 · Follow-on funding* SFOX provides a cryptocurrency trading platform and prime brokerage services for institutional investors and businesses. ### [Republic](https://republic.co/) *Seed · 2017 · Follow-on funding* Republic is an investment platform that lets individuals invest in startups, real estate, crypto, and other private market offerings. ### [Reap](https://reap.global/) *Pre-seed · 2018 · Follow-on funding* Reap provides corporate cards, expense management, and payment solutions for businesses. ### [Aella Credit](https://aellaapp.com/) *Seed · 2018 · Follow-on funding* Aella Credit provides a mobile app for digital loans, payments, and other financial services in Nigeria. ### [Upgraded](https://www.upgraded.io/) *Bridge · 2018 · Follow-on funding* Upgraded was a financing platform that helped retailers offer consumer electronics as monthly subscriptions with upgrade options. ### [Canary Technologies](https://www.canarytechnologies.com/) *Seed · 2018 · Follow-on funding* Canary Technologies provides a hotel guest management platform for digital check-in, payments, messaging, upsells, and staff workflows. ### [Reach Labs](https://reachpower.com/) *Series A · 2018 · Follow-on funding* Reach Labs develops long-range wireless power systems that deliver electricity to devices without cables. ### [Oasis Labs](https://www.oasislabs.com/) *Private Sale · 2018 · Follow-on funding* Oasis Labs develops privacy-preserving blockchain infrastructure and tools for secure data sharing and computation. ### [Observant](https://www.observantai.com/) *Seed · 2018 · Follow-on funding* Observant develops computer-vision software for monitoring construction and industrial environments to detect safety risks and operational issues. ### [BoomSports](https://www.playboomsports.com/company.html) *Series A · 2018 · Follow-on funding* BoomSports develops free-to-play sports prediction games and sports betting technology for media companies, leagues, and gaming operators. ### [Stronghold](https://stronghold.co/) *Series Seed · 2018 · Follow-on funding* Stronghold provides payments infrastructure and financial services for businesses, including merchant payment processing and digital asset settlement. ### [Hello Verify](https://www.helloverify.com/) *Follow-on funding* Hello Verify provides digital background verification services for employers, including identity, employment, education, address, and criminal record checks. ### [Sleeper](https://sleeper.app/) *Series Seed · 2017 · Follow-on funding* Sleeper is a fantasy sports platform for playing fantasy football, basketball, and other games with integrated chat. ### [Masterclass](https://www.masterclass.com/) *Series C · 2017 · Follow-on funding* MasterClass is an online learning platform offering video courses taught by recognized experts and public figures. ### [Clipboard Health](https://clipboardhealth.com/) *Follow-on funding* Clipboard Health is a marketplace that connects healthcare facilities with nurses and other healthcare professionals for on-demand shifts. ### [Boundary Layer Technologies](https://www.boundarylayer.tech/) *Seed · 2019 · Follow-on funding* Boundary Layer Technologies develops zero-emission hydrofoil vessels for high-speed maritime freight transport. ### [Xorro](https://xorro.io/) *Seed · 2025* Xorro is an SEC-regulated investment platform that lets fans co-invest alongside creators and share in the upside as their ventures grow. ### [Autopilot](https://autopilot.is/) *Seed · 2025* Autopilot is building payment infrastructure for the age of AI — programmatic money movement, treasury, and orchestration APIs for agents. ### [Forge Homes](https://www.forgeco.com/) ** Forge Homes builds residential homes. ### [AngelList](https://www.angellist.com/) *2023* AngelList provides a platform for startups, angel investors, and venture funds to raise capital and manage investments. ### [Vinovest](https://www.vinovest.co/) *Seed Extension · 2023* Vinovest is an online platform that lets individuals invest in managed portfolios of fine wine and whiskey. ### [Advance](https://advance.ph/) *Series Seed · 2022* Advance provides earned wage access and financial wellness services for employees in the Philippines. ### [Minicart](https://minicart.com) *Seed · 2022* Minicart lets founders launch and run an online store by chatting with AI — Shopify for the agentic era. ### [Offsight](https://www.offsight.com/) *Seed · 2022* Offsight provides project management and production tracking software for offsite construction and prefabrication teams. ### [Raise](https://www.getraise.io/) *Seed · 2021* Raise builds tools that help founders run their fundraise rounds, from data-room sharing to investor outreach and pipeline tracking. ### [AltoIRA](https://www.altoira.com/) *2020* Alto provides a self-directed IRA platform for investing in alternative assets including private equity, real estate, and crypto. ### [Nectome](https://nectome.com/) *Seed · 2018* Nectome develops brain preservation technology intended to preserve neural structures for future analysis. ### [Verdigris](https://verdigris.co/) *Series A1 · 2017* Verdigris provides AI-powered energy monitoring and analytics software that helps commercial buildings track and manage electricity usage. ### [Coinlist](https://coinlist.co/) ** CoinList operates a platform for cryptocurrency token sales, trading, staking, and related digital asset services. ### [Partender](https://app.partender.com/) ** Partender provides a mobile bar inventory and ordering platform for restaurants and hospitality businesses. ### [Telegram](https://telegram.org/) ** Telegram is a cloud-based messaging app for text, voice, video, and file sharing. ### [Relatus](https://relatus.com/) *Seed · 2021 · Shut down* Relatus mapped a user's professional network and surfaced the warmest path to any target person for sales and recruiting outreach. ### [Queue](https://usequeue.com/) *Seed · 2020 · Shut down* Queue provides software for agencies to sell, manage, and deliver productized services through client portals and subscription billing. ### [Coinmine](https://coinmine.com/) *Seed · 2019 · Shut down* Coinmine developed a plug-and-play home cryptocurrency mining device and mobile app for managing mined assets. ### [Jumpcut](https://jumpcut.com/) *Seed+ · 2019 · Shut down* Jumpcut provides online courses for digital creators and entrepreneurs, including training on YouTube growth and online business. ### [Switchboard](https://onswitchboard.com/) *Seed · 2019 · Shut down* Switchboard built community software for schools and alumni networks to surface introductions and shared opportunities among members. ### [Pronto](https://www.tupronto.mx/) *Seed · 2019 · Shut down* Pronto provides earned wage access and financial wellness tools for employees in Mexico. ### [Seawise](https://www.seawisecapital.com/) *Seed · 2019 · Shut down* Seawise Capital provides trade finance and working capital services for importers and exporters. ### [Traverse](https://www.traverse.ai/) *Seed · 2019 · Shut down* Traverse Technologies developed software that optimized wind-farm layout — turbine placement, roads, and electrical connections — to maximize project returns. ### [WorkClout](https://www.workclout.com/) *Seed · 2019 · Shut down* WorkClout provides software for manufacturers to manage production, quality control, and frontline workforce operations. ### [TimeLooper](https://www.timelooper.com/) *Seed · 2017 · Shut down* TimeLooper creates location-based virtual reality experiences that let visitors explore historical events at tourist and cultural sites. ### [Super Effective](https://www.supereffective.com/#/) *Seed-2 · 2017 · Shut down* Super Effective was a consumer mobile app studio that has since wound down operations. ### [Basis](https://www.basis.io/) *Shut down* Basis was a cryptocurrency project that built an algorithmic stablecoin and returned investor capital in 2018 after determining its design could not avoid US securities-law constraints. --- Founder enquiries: hello@utopian.vc · [Home](https://utopian.vc/) · [About](https://utopian.vc/about-manifesto.html)