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Imperious Group VC

Europe, Paphos, Cyprus, Paphos

Description

Imperious Group is a venture capital firm based in Paphos, Cyprus, with a specialized focus on the burgeoning Fintech sector. The firm primarily targets early-stage investments, spanning pre-seed, seed, and Series A rounds. Their investment thesis centers on identifying and backing disruptive startups that leverage technology to innovate within traditional financial services, create new market opportunities, or significantly enhance existing processes. Imperious Group seeks out companies with robust management teams, clear market potential, scalable business models, and a viable path to profitability, aiming to support the next generation of financial technology leaders.

The firm's investment strategy is characterized by its commitment to early-stage Fintech ventures. Imperious Group typically deploys first cheques ranging from $100,000 to $1,000,000. This range positions them as a key player for startups seeking initial capital to develop their products, expand their teams, or achieve early market traction. Their portfolio demonstrates a consistent focus on various facets of Fintech, including payment solutions, digital currency platforms, and AI-driven financial tools, reflecting a broad yet specialized approach within the sector.

Imperious Group has built a notable portfolio of companies, with their website showcasing approximately nine distinct investments. These include companies like Paywiser, Blocktrade, and Finscanner, all operating within the Fintech ecosystem. The firm's presence in Cyprus, a growing hub for financial services and technology, provides a strategic base for their European and broader international investment activities. With a team size reported to be between 11 and 50 employees on LinkedIn, Imperious Group maintains a dedicated structure to support its portfolio companies and execute its investment mandate. Their consistent focus on Fintech allows them to develop deep industry expertise and provide valuable strategic guidance to their founders.

Investor Profile

Imperious Group VC has backed more than 32 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 2 rounds, about 6% of its total and boasts 1 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Pre Seed, Angel rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, Ukraine, Singapore.
  • Strong thematic focus on Software, Mobile, Advertising.
  • Typical check size: $100K – $1M.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (81%)
  • Pre Seed (9%)
  • Angel (3%)
  • Series Unknown (3%)
  • Series A (3%)

Country Focus

  • United States (47%)
  • Ukraine (31%)
  • Singapore (9%)
  • Macao (6%)
  • Estonia (3%)
  • Russian Federation (3%)

Industry Focus

  • Software
  • Mobile
  • Advertising
  • Internet
  • Apps
  • Enterprise Software
  • E-commerce
  • Education
  • Information Technology
  • Saas
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FAQ

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Who does Imperious Group VC frequently co-invest with?

Happy Farm Business Accelerator
Europe, Kyyivs'ka Oblast', Ukraine, Kiev
Co-Investments: 13
Techstars
North America, Colorado, United States, Boulder
Co-Investments: 1
Right Side Capital Management
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 1
Eastlabs
Europe, Kyyiv, Ukraine, Kyiv
Co-Investments: 1
Altera Capital Group
Europe, Luxembourg, Luxembourg, Luxembourg
Co-Investments: 1
Life.SREDA
Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore
Co-Investments: 1
WannaBiz
Europe, Odes'ka Oblast', Ukraine, Odessa
Co-Investments: 1
SMRK VC Fund
Europe, Kyyivs'ka Oblast', Ukraine, Kiev
Co-Investments: 1
GrowthUP
Europe, Kyyivs'ka Oblast', Ukraine, Kiev
Co-Investments: 1

Which angels does Imperious Group VC often collaborate with?

MM
Europe, Dolnoslaskie, Poland, Wroclaw
Shared Deals: 1
Shared Deals: 1
AD
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
VB
Europe, Russian Federation
Shared Deals: 1
VS
Europe, Moscow City, Russian Federation, Moscow
Shared Deals: 1
AD
Europe, Kyyivs'ka Oblast', Ukraine, Kiev
Shared Deals: 1
YC
Europe, Kyyivs'ka Oblast', Ukraine, Kiev
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Imperious Group VC?

Arquest

Kiev, Kyyivs'ka Oblast', Ukraine

Arquest offers a platform for mobile devices that gives possibility to create and take part in geolocation quests with augmented reality.

Mobile AppsSoftware
Pre SeedJan 1, 2017
Amount Raised: $43,000
Instant API

Lewes, Delaware, United States

Instant API Easy offers an easy way to build, host, support, and sell API as a service platform from existing data, services, and code.

Cloud ComputingDeveloper APIsEnterprise SoftwareInformation TechnologySoftware
SeedDec 29, 2015
Amount Raised: $250,000
KWAMBIO

New York, New York, United States

KWAMBIO is an on demand 3D Ceramic Printing Service, and producer of industrial 3D Ceramic Printers.

3D Printing3D TechnologyE-CommerceManufacturing
AngelJun 4, 2015
Amount Raised: $650,000
Whitney's Academy

Macau, Ilhas, Macao

Whitney's Academy is to spread the joy of music and performance.

EducationMusic Education
SeedFeb 2, 2015
Amount Raised: $600,000
Dental Cloud

Singapore, Central Region, Singapore

DentalTap is a Free Practice Management Software for Dentists and Dental Clinics.

Health CareInformation TechnologyInternetMedicalSoftware
SeedJan 16, 2015
Amount Raised: $47,000
Endorphin

Palo Alto, California, United States

Endorphin.me offers an online tool that allows users of social networks to identify their social cloud and discover new connections.

Data MiningEnterprise SoftwareSearch Engine
SeedJan 1, 2015
Crowdnet

Kiev, Kyyivs'ka Oblast', Ukraine

Crowdnet is a turnkey solution for p2p lending marketplace.

InternetMarketingMarketplace
SeedJan 1, 2015
Settle (Merged with Allset)

Kyiv, Kyyiv, Ukraine

Settle is a creator of an universal mobile application for food chains where customers can select meals and pay online.

FinanceMobileMobile PaymentsRestaurants
SeedJan 1, 2015
Amount Raised: $315,000
Croice

Delaware, Ohio, United States

Croice offers a platform that enables bloggers to create and share interactive live audio streams with audiences.

AudioBlogging PlatformsBroadcastingNewsVideo Streaming
Series UnknownDec 25, 2014
Amount Raised: $500,000
Multitest.me

Kiev, Kyyivs'ka Oblast', Ukraine

Multitest.me - ISP search service. With its help, every user can quickly choose the best rates and book a connection to one’s address.

ISPTelecommunicationsWireless
SeedNov 11, 2014
Amount Raised: $250,000