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Curiosity VC

Europe, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands, Amsterdam

Description

Curiosity VC is an Amsterdam-based early-stage venture capital firm with a dedicated focus on European AI software companies. The firm positions itself as a strategic partner for founders who are building innovative AI solutions designed to serve and change the world. Their investment thesis centers on identifying and nurturing promising startups that leverage artificial intelligence to create impactful and scalable software products across various industries.

Curiosity VC primarily invests across pre-seed, seed, and Series A funding rounds, indicating a commitment to supporting companies from their foundational stages through initial growth. Their typical initial cheque sizes range from €500,000 to €2.5 million, providing substantial early capital for product development, team expansion, and market entry. Beyond financial investment, Curiosity VC emphasizes a hands-on approach, offering strategic guidance, operational support, and access to a broad network to help their portfolio companies navigate the challenges of scaling an AI business.

The firm launched its first fund with a total capital commitment of €50 million, demonstrating significant backing for its specialized investment strategy. With this fund, Curiosity VC aims to build a concentrated portfolio, targeting investments in 15 to 20 companies. This focused approach allows them to provide deeper engagement and support to each portfolio company, fostering robust growth and market leadership within the rapidly evolving European AI landscape. Their commitment underscores a belief in the transformative potential of AI and Europe's capacity to lead in this technological frontier.

Investor Profile

Curiosity VC has backed more than 24 startups, with 6 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 11 rounds, about 46% of its total and boasts 0 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Pre Seed, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in The Netherlands, Norway, Denmark.
  • Strong thematic focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), Software, Machine Learning.
  • Led 4 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $540K – $2.7M.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (42%)
  • Pre Seed (42%)
  • Series A (13%)
  • Series Unknown (4%)

Country Focus

  • The Netherlands (50%)
  • Norway (13%)
  • Denmark (8%)
  • Sweden (8%)
  • Finland (8%)
  • Singapore (4%)
  • Portugal (4%)
  • Estonia (4%)

Industry Focus

  • Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
  • Software
  • Machine Learning
  • Information Technology
  • Analytics
  • B2b
  • Saas
  • Generative Ai
  • Information Services
  • Marketing
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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 Curiosity VC frequently co-invest with?

Crowberry Capital
Europe, Gullbringusysla, Iceland, Reykjavík
Co-Investments: 1
WC
Europe, Utrecht, The Netherlands, Utrecht
Co-Investments: 2
Peak
Europe, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands, Amsterdam
Co-Investments: 2
Pitchdrive
Europe, Antwerpen, Belgium, Antwerp
Co-Investments: 2
S
Europe, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands, Amsterdam
Co-Investments: 2
Maki.vc
Europe, Southern Finland, Finland, Helsinki
Co-Investments: 2
Futuristic.vc
Europe, Hovedstaden, Denmark, Copenhagen
Co-Investments: 1
Fortino Capital
Europe, Antwerpen, Belgium, Antwerp
Co-Investments: 2
Sondo Capital
Europe, Oslo, Norway, Oslo
Co-Investments: 2
GE
Europe, Overijssel, The Netherlands, Enschede
Co-Investments: 2

Which angels does Curiosity VC often collaborate with?

PC
Europe, Hovedstaden, Denmark, Copenhagen
Shared Deals: 1
MK
Europe, Hovedstaden, Denmark, Copenhagen
Shared Deals: 1
AP
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
JA
Europe, Stockholms Lan, Sweden, Stockholm
Shared Deals: 1
MJ
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
FC
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1
RG
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1
JS
Europe, Stockholms Lan, Sweden, Stockholm
Shared Deals: 1
CG
Europe, Stockholms Lan, Sweden, Stockholm
Shared Deals: 1
RL
Europe, Stockholms Lan, Sweden, Stockholm
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Curiosity VC?

Altura Platform

Utrecht, Utrecht, The Netherlands

Altura Platform helps you to identify opportunities, collaborate on writing your bid and analyse data on your performance.

AnalyticsArtificial Intelligence (AI)Information TechnologyMachine LearningProject Management
Series AJun 9, 2025
Amount Raised: $9,139,087
Telescope

Oslo, Oslo, Norway

Telescope is a useful instrument for real estate sustainability risk management.

Web Development
SeedMar 5, 2025
Amount Raised: $3,915,190
Onesurance

Breda, Noord-Brabant, The Netherlands

Onesurance offers AI-driven solutions and flexible personal insurance products for the insurance sector.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Information and Communications Technology (ICT)InsurTechSoftware
SeedOct 18, 2024
Moonlit.ai

Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands

Moonlit is a legal knowledge platform designed to facilitate cross-border legal research and monitoring across the European Union.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)LegalLegal Tech
Pre SeedAug 20, 2024
Moonlit.ai

Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands

Moonlit is a legal knowledge platform designed to facilitate cross-border legal research and monitoring across the European Union.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)LegalLegal Tech
Series UnknownAug 20, 2024
Epum

Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands

Epum is an innovative startup dedicated to transforming the commercial real estate development industry.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Machine LearningSoftwareSoftware Engineering
Pre SeedJul 29, 2024
Amount Raised: $1,589,454
Neople

's-hertogenbosch, Noord-Brabant, The Netherlands

AI, SaaS, Digital Employees

Software
SeedJun 3, 2024
Amount Raised: $6,544,353
QA.tech

Stockholm, Stockholms Lan, Sweden

SaaS platform for autonomous testing

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Developer ToolsQuality AssuranceSaaSSoftware
SeedMay 20, 2024
Amount Raised: $3,258,093
Altura Platform

Utrecht, Utrecht, The Netherlands

Altura Platform helps you to identify opportunities, collaborate on writing your bid and analyse data on your performance.

AnalyticsArtificial Intelligence (AI)Information TechnologyMachine LearningProject Management
SeedMar 19, 2024
Amount Raised: $3,258,511
Orq.ai

Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands

Orq.ai enables companies to integrate and operate their products using the power of LLMs through a single collaboration platform.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Information TechnologyMachine LearningSoftware
Pre SeedMar 12, 2024
Amount Raised: $1,638,986