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KTB Ventures

North America, California, United States, San Francisco

Description

KTB Ventures is the San Francisco-based venture capital arm of KTB Network, a prominent financial group originally established in South Korea in 1981. As one of the earliest venture capital firms in Korea, KTB Network has evolved into a global investment powerhouse, with its US presence, KTB Ventures, spearheading investments in North American technology companies. This strategic expansion allows KTB Ventures to tap into the vibrant innovation ecosystem of Silicon Valley while leveraging the deep financial resources and extensive network of its parent organization.

The firm primarily focuses on early-stage technology companies, targeting investments across Seed, Series A, and Series B rounds. KTB Ventures seeks out disruptive technologies and innovative business models within sectors such as artificial intelligence, enterprise software, fintech, healthcare IT, and future mobility. Their investment philosophy emphasizes identifying visionary founders and providing not just capital but also strategic guidance to help scale their ventures.

KTB Ventures benefits significantly from KTB Network's substantial financial backing, as the parent company manages over $2 billion in assets under management globally. This robust capital base enables KTB Ventures to make significant commitments to its portfolio companies. Typical first check sizes for KTB Ventures generally range from approximately $1 million for early-stage Seed investments up to $15 million for Series B rounds, reflecting their commitment to supporting companies through various growth phases. The firm also offers portfolio companies access to KTB Network's extensive global network, particularly for potential expansion into Asian markets.

Investor Profile

KTB Ventures has backed more than 51 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 13 rounds, about 25% of its total and boasts 14 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series B, Series Unknown, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, China, South Korea.
  • Strong thematic focus on Wireless, Mobile, Software.
  • Typical check size: $1M – $15M.

Stage Focus

  • Series B (31%)
  • Series Unknown (22%)
  • Series A (14%)
  • Series C (14%)
  • Series D (10%)
  • Series F (4%)
  • Series E (2%)
  • Series G (2%)
  • Seed (2%)

Country Focus

  • United States (49%)
  • China (25%)
  • South Korea (10%)
  • India (10%)
  • Indonesia (2%)
  • Taiwan (2%)

Industry Focus

  • Wireless
  • Mobile
  • Software
  • Medical
  • Video
  • Semiconductor
  • Retail
  • Advertising
  • Electronics
  • Telecommunications
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Who does KTB Ventures frequently co-invest with?

Sequoia Capital
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 4
IDG Capital
Asia, Beijing, China, Beijing
Co-Investments: 4
SoftBank Vision Fund
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 3
Hotung Venture Capital
Asia, T'ai-pei, Taiwan, Taipei
Co-Investments: 3
Battery Ventures
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Boston
Co-Investments: 3
Walden International
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 3
Tiger Global Management
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 3
Storm Ventures
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 5
GGV Capital
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 3
Intel Capital
North America, California, United States, Santa Clara
Co-Investments: 5

What are some of recent deals done by KTB Ventures?

Travelio

Jakarta, Jakarta Raya, Indonesia

Travelio is an online home rental marketplace that offers apartments, villas, and houses.

HospitalityMarketplaceProperty ManagementReal EstateRental PropertyTravel Accommodations
Series CApr 10, 2023
UPRISE

Yeoksamdong, Seoul-t'ukpyolsi, South Korea

UPRISE creates self-driving investment services.

Asset ManagementSalesVenture Capital
Series CDec 8, 2021
Amount Raised: $20,466,465
blinkit

Gurgaon, Haryana, India

Blinkit is a low-price online supermarket that provides grocery delivery.

DeliveryE-CommerceE-Commerce PlatformsGroceryRetail
Series GSep 29, 2021
Amount Raised: $16,700,000
Nuanwa Technology

Shanghai, Shanghai, China

Nuanwa Technology is a tech-driven medical insurance service company.

Information TechnologyInsuranceInsurTechMedical
Series AAug 1, 2021
blinkit

Gurgaon, Haryana, India

Blinkit is a low-price online supermarket that provides grocery delivery.

DeliveryE-CommerceE-Commerce PlatformsGroceryRetail
Series UnknownNov 13, 2020
Amount Raised: $55,000,000
blinkit

Gurgaon, Haryana, India

Blinkit is a low-price online supermarket that provides grocery delivery.

DeliveryE-CommerceE-Commerce PlatformsGroceryRetail
Series FAug 19, 2019
Amount Raised: $70,000,000
blinkit

Gurgaon, Haryana, India

Blinkit is a low-price online supermarket that provides grocery delivery.

DeliveryE-CommerceE-Commerce PlatformsGroceryRetail
Series FMay 15, 2019
Amount Raised: $220,000,000
ORIG3N

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

ORIG3N is a biotechnology company developing breakthrough treatments for rare genetically inherited diseases.

BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalPersonal Health
Series BJul 12, 2018
Amount Raised: $14,400,000
Moloco

Redwood City, California, United States

Moloco offers programmatic advertising solutions to help optimize the client's acquisition, retention, and monetization campaigns.

AdvertisingCloud InfrastructureMobileMobile Apps
Series BMay 10, 2018
Amount Raised: $11,000,000
CARsgen Therapeutics

Shanghai, Shanghai, China

CARsgen is a leading immunotherapy company focused on the development of new chimeric antigen receptor

Health DiagnosticsMedicalTherapeutics
Series CMar 2, 2018
Amount Raised: $60,000,000