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iGlobe Partners

Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore

Description

iGlobe Partners is a well-established venture capital firm headquartered in Singapore, with a significant presence in the global technology and biotech investment landscape. Founded in 1999, the firm has built a reputation for its distinctive cross-border investment strategy, actively bridging innovation ecosystems between Asia, the United States, and Europe. This approach allows iGlobe to identify and nurture high-potential startups that can leverage global markets and talent, fostering a diverse portfolio with international reach.

The firm primarily targets early-stage companies, typically from Seed to Series B rounds, with a keen interest in deep technology, enterprise software, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and biotechnology. iGlobe Partners manages a series of funds, demonstrating consistent capital deployment over two decades. Its most recent vehicle, iGlobe Platinum Fund VII, successfully closed at $100 million in 2021, underscoring its continued commitment to these strategic sectors and its ability to attract significant investor capital.

iGlobe's investment philosophy extends beyond capital provision, focusing on active strategic support and leveraging its extensive network to facilitate growth and market expansion for its portfolio companies. This hands-on approach has contributed to a strong track record of successful exits, including notable public listings such as Unity Technologies and NerdWallet, alongside successful acquisitions. The firm's long-standing experience and specialized sector expertise position it as a valuable partner for ambitious startups aiming for global impact and sustainable growth.

Investor Profile

iGlobe Partners has backed more than 35 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 5 rounds, about 14% of its total and boasts 13 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series B, Series A, Seed rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, Singapore, United Kingdom.
  • Strong thematic focus on Biotechnology, Health Care, Cloud Computing.
  • Typical check size: $1M – $5M.

Stage Focus

  • Series B (34%)
  • Series A (29%)
  • Seed (17%)
  • Series Unknown (9%)
  • Series C (9%)
  • Pre Seed (3%)

Country Focus

  • United States (57%)
  • Singapore (17%)
  • United Kingdom (9%)
  • China (9%)
  • Israel (3%)
  • Canada (3%)
  • Denmark (3%)

Industry Focus

  • Biotechnology
  • Health Care
  • Cloud Computing
  • Manufacturing
  • Financial Services
  • Fintech
  • Virtual Reality
  • Semiconductor
  • Mobile
  • Video
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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 iGlobe Partners frequently co-invest with?

Qualcomm Ventures
North America, California, United States, San Diego
Co-Investments: 5
LVP
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 2
Gree
Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo
Co-Investments: 2
Insignia Ventures Partners
Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore
Co-Investments: 2
Felicis
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 4
AME Cloud Ventures
North America, California, United States, Palo Alto
Co-Investments: 3
Citius
Europe, Luxembourg, Luxembourg, Luxembourg
Co-Investments: 2
Peak XV Partners
Asia, Karnataka, India, Bengaluru
Co-Investments: 2
HCVC
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 2
Passion Capital
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 2

Which angels does iGlobe Partners often collaborate with?

JC
North America, California, United States, Berkeley
Shared Deals: 1
Rahul Mehta
Asia, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Dubai
Shared Deals: 1
Shared Deals: 1
AD
North America, California, United States, West Hollywood
Shared Deals: 1
JP
North America, California, United States, Santa Monica
Shared Deals: 1
JD
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
Dara Khosrowshahi
North America, California, United States
Shared Deals: 1
Fernando Pontaza
North America, Guatemala, Guatemala, Guatemala City
Shared Deals: 1
KA
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
GW
North America, Illinois, United States, Chicago
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by iGlobe Partners?

Inkbit

Medford, Massachusetts, United States

Inkbit creats a next-generation additive manufacturing platform that combines 3D printing with machine vision.

3D Printing3D TechnologyMachine LearningManufacturingSoftware
Series UnknownMay 3, 2024
Amount Raised: $18,799,998
Performativ

Copenhagen, Hovedstaden, Denmark

Bringing enterprise tools to smaller financial institutions

Financial ServicesFinTechLegal TechSaaS
SeedNov 9, 2023
Amount Raised: $5,866,904
Novelship

Singapore, Central Region, Singapore

Novelship is a fashion marketplace with a diverse selection of authentic sneakers, apparel and collectibles.

ApparelE-CommerceE-Commerce PlatformsFashionMarketplaceShoes
Series BSep 14, 2023
Amount Raised: $10,000,000
Orbital Therapeutics

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

Orbital Therapeutics is a biotechnology company that develops RNA-based medicines to treat disease in humans.

Alternative MedicineBiotechnologyLife ScienceTherapeutics
Series AApr 26, 2023
Amount Raised: $270,000,000
Accession Therapeutics

Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

Accession Therapeutics is developing novel immuno-oncology therapeutics – combining high specificity and potency to counter tumor diversity.

BiopharmaBiotechnology
Series ANov 21, 2022
Amount Raised: $19,631,913
Huue

San Francisco, California, United States

Tinctorium is a provider of indigo dyeing solutions intended to reduce chemical usage in the denim supply chain.

BiotechnologyRobotics
Series AJul 27, 2022
Amount Raised: $14,600,000
Novelship

Singapore, Central Region, Singapore

Novelship is a fashion marketplace with a diverse selection of authentic sneakers, apparel and collectibles.

ApparelE-CommerceE-Commerce PlatformsFashionMarketplaceShoes
Series AApr 1, 2022
Amount Raised: $10,000,000
TONIK

Singapore, Central Region, Singapore

TONIK is a digital bank that provides retail financial products, including savings deposits, loans, current accounts, payments, and cards.

BankingFinancial ServicesFinTech
Series BJan 9, 2022
Amount Raised: $131,000,000
Five Sigma

Tel Aviv-yafo, Tel Aviv, Israel

Five Sigma is a claims management platform for the insurance industry.

B2BInsuranceInsurTechProductivity ToolsSaaS
Series ASep 13, 2021
Amount Raised: $16,000,000
MindFi

Singapore, Central Region, Singapore

MindFi is an employee mental health and well-being app delivering personalized self-care recommendations and support.

AppsHealth CareMental HealthProductivity ToolsWellness
Pre SeedAug 16, 2021
Amount Raised: $737,735