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1818 Venture Capital

Europe, NA - Guernsey, Guernsey, St. Peter Port

Description

1818 Venture Capital is an early-stage venture capital firm strategically located in St. Peter Port, Guernsey, with a distinct focus on the burgeoning FinTech sectors across the United Kingdom and the Middle East. The firm positions itself as a key financial partner for nascent companies, aiming to support their growth from the foundational stages. Their investment thesis centers on identifying innovative financial technology solutions that address market needs within these specific regions.

The firm primarily targets early-stage companies, indicating a preference for seed or pre-seed rounds where their capital and strategic guidance can significantly influence a startup's trajectory. While their core geographic mandate is the UK and Middle East, their portfolio demonstrates a willingness to invest in companies with broader emerging market reach, such as those operating across Africa, provided they align with the firm's overarching FinTech focus.

1818 Venture Capital has actively built a portfolio of promising FinTech ventures. As of early 2024, the firm has publicly disclosed at least three investments, showcasing their commitment to the sector. Notable portfolio companies include Fintuity, a UK-based digital financial advice platform, and Paymennt.com, a comprehensive payment solutions provider based in the UAE. Additionally, 1818 Venture Capital participated in the seed round for Uncap, an African revenue-based financing platform, which successfully raised $1.7 million. These investments underscore the firm's dedication to fostering innovation in financial services across diverse, high-growth markets.

Investor Profile

1818 Venture Capital has backed more than 24 startups, with 1 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 5 rounds, about 21% of its total and boasts 5 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Series A, Pre Seed rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates.
  • Strong thematic focus on Software, FinTech, Recruiting.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (58%)
  • Series A (17%)
  • Pre Seed (8%)
  • Series Unknown (8%)
  • Undisclosed (4%)
  • Debt Financing (4%)

Country Focus

  • United Kingdom (96%)
  • United Arab Emirates (4%)

Industry Focus

  • Software
  • Fintech
  • Recruiting
  • Financial Services
  • Finance
  • Saas
  • Skill Assessment
  • Insurance
  • Insurtech
  • Internet
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does 1818 Venture Capital frequently co-invest with?

P
Europe, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands, Amsterdam
Co-Investments: 2
Autotech Ventures
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 2
Seedrs
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 2
Creandum
Europe, Stockholms Lan, Sweden, Stockholm
Co-Investments: 2
Blackfinch Ventures
Europe, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom, Gloucester
Co-Investments: 3
ABN AMRO Ventures
Europe, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands, Amsterdam
Co-Investments: 2
Elkstone Capital Partners
Europe, Dublin, Ireland, Dublin
Co-Investments: 2
Fuel Ventures
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 3
Octopus Ventures
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 3
QED Investors
North America, Virginia, United States, Alexandria
Co-Investments: 2

Which angels does 1818 Venture Capital often collaborate with?

PP
Europe, United Kingdom
Shared Deals: 1
CA
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1
KM
Europe, United Kingdom
Shared Deals: 3
EM
North America, United States
Shared Deals: 1
CL
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1
SC
Europe, United Kingdom
Shared Deals: 3
JL
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1
EC
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
PB
North America, United States
Shared Deals: 1
RT
Europe, Cardiff, United Kingdom, Cardiff
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by 1818 Venture Capital?

Laka

London, England, United Kingdom

Laka is a peer-to-peer bicycle insurance platform that covers bicycles and equipment.

InsuranceInsurTechSporting Goods
Series BJul 15, 2025
Amount Raised: $10,349,379
Willo

Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom

Virtual Interview Platform

RecruitingSaaSSkill AssessmentSoftware
Series UnknownSep 11, 2024
Amount Raised: $2,346,867
Sidekick

London, England, United Kingdom

Sidekick offers expertly-managed portfolios for the modern investor.

FinanceFinancial ServicesPersonal Finance
SeedJun 13, 2024
Amount Raised: $5,746,349
Laka

London, England, United Kingdom

Laka is a peer-to-peer bicycle insurance platform that covers bicycles and equipment.

InsuranceInsurTechSporting Goods
UndisclosedOct 23, 2023
Amount Raised: $5,645,283
RideTandem

London, England, United Kingdom

RideTandem focuses on transportation technology.

Transportation
SeedJul 12, 2023
Amount Raised: $2,989,078
Greenspark

London, England, United Kingdom

Giving companies the tools to maximise their positive impact. Good for the planet, good for business.

Energy ManagementEnvironmental ConsultingGreenTechRecyclingSustainability
SeedFeb 1, 2023
Amount Raised: $1,238,766
Rest Less

London, England, United Kingdom

Rest Less helps people in their 50s+ get the most from life. It offers help and inspiration across health, wealth, work, lifestyle and more.

CommunitiesInternetLifestyleRecruitingStaffing Agency
Series UnknownDec 20, 2022
Amount Raised: $7,313,015
Willo

Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom

Virtual Interview Platform

RecruitingSaaSSkill AssessmentSoftware
SeedDec 12, 2022
Amount Raised: $1,840,405
Teamed

Holborn, Camden, United Kingdom

Teamed support businesses as they swiftly and legally expand globally.

Human ResourcesService Industry
SeedDec 7, 2022
Amount Raised: $3,052,466
Aide Health

London, England, United Kingdom

A new digital health service that helps patients and their clinicians better understand and manage chronic disease.

Health CaremHealthSoftware
Pre SeedOct 13, 2022
Amount Raised: $1,200,000