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MSA Novo

Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore

Description

MSA Novo is a prominent multi-stage global venture capital fund with a significant presence across key innovation hubs worldwide. Headquartered in Singapore, the firm also maintains strategic offices in Beijing, Abu Dhabi, and San Francisco, underscoring its commitment to a truly global investment mandate. MSA Novo actively deploys capital across North America, Europe, Asia, and the MENA region, seeking to identify and support disruptive technologies and business models.

The fund's investment strategy is sector-agnostic but demonstrates a strong focus on high-growth verticals poised for significant transformation. Key areas of interest for MSA Novo include Artificial Intelligence (AI), Enterprise Software as a Service (SaaS), Fintech, Healthcare, Deeptech, and Consumer technologies. By leveraging its extensive network and deep market insights across diverse geographies, MSA Novo aims to provide more than just capital, offering strategic guidance and operational support to its portfolio companies.

MSA Novo typically engages with companies across various stages, from early-stage rounds like Seed and Series A to more mature growth-stage investments. For early-stage opportunities, the firm is known to write initial checks ranging from approximately $1 million to $10 million, aiming to be a foundational partner for nascent ventures. As companies scale and demonstrate significant traction, MSA Novo is prepared to deploy larger sums, with investments in growth-stage rounds potentially reaching up to $30 million. This flexible investment approach allows them to support companies throughout their lifecycle, from initial concept to global expansion.

Investor Profile

MSA Novo has backed more than 41 startups, with 1 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 12 rounds, about 29% of its total and boasts 2 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Pre Seed, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Brazil.
  • Strong thematic focus on Financial Services, E-Commerce, FinTech.
  • Typical check size: $1M – $10M.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (32%)
  • Pre Seed (24%)
  • Series A (20%)
  • Series B (12%)
  • Series Unknown (5%)
  • Series C (5%)
  • Undisclosed (2%)

Country Focus

  • Egypt (12%)
  • Saudi Arabia (12%)
  • Brazil (10%)
  • Pakistan (10%)
  • Nigeria (10%)
  • United Arab Emirates (10%)
  • United States (5%)
  • Mexico (5%)
  • Sweden (2%)
  • Hong Kong (2%)

Industry Focus

  • Financial Services
  • E-commerce
  • Fintech
  • Payments
  • B2b
  • Finance
  • Marketplace
  • Software
  • Predictive Analytics
  • Food And Beverage
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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 MSA Novo frequently co-invest with?

VentureSouq
Asia, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Dubai
Co-Investments: 6
FJ Labs
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 5
STV
Asia, Ar Riyad, Saudi Arabia, Riyadh
Co-Investments: 5
Endeavor Catalyst
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 4
Rocketship.vc
North America, California, United States, Los Altos
Co-Investments: 4
Y Combinator
North America, California, United States, Mountain View
Co-Investments: 4
Raed Ventures
Asia, Ar Riyad, Saudi Arabia, Riyadh
Co-Investments: 6
Picus Capital
Europe, Bayern, Germany, Munich
Co-Investments: 5
Global Founders Capital
Europe, Berlin, Germany, Berlin
Co-Investments: 11
Outliers Venture Capital
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 4

Which angels does MSA Novo often collaborate with?

Buddy Shakhashir
Asia, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Dubai
Shared Deals: 1
AP
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
Carlos Julio Garcia
North America, Distrito Federal, Mexico, Mexico City
Shared Deals: 2
Daniel Schryer
Asia, Bali, Indonesia
Shared Deals: 1
Manoj Pinna
North America, Washington, United States, Seattle
Shared Deals: 1
JS
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
ZT
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 2
Youssef Salem
Asia, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Dubai
Shared Deals: 2
BL
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
IA
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by MSA Novo?

SILQ

Singapore, Central Region, Singapore

SILQ is a platform dedicated to bridging economies and empowering businesses to trade, grow, and navigate new frontiers.

UndisclosedApr 9, 2025
Amount Raised: $110,000,000

Tap Protocol is a protocol that focuses on the development of bitcoin capabilities through the Ordinals system.

BitcoinCryptocurrencyDeveloper Platform
SeedDec 16, 2023
Amount Raised: $4,200,000
Kaso

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Kaso is a B2B marketplace.

B2BE-CommerceInformation TechnologyMade to OrderMarketplaceRestaurants
SeedJul 12, 2023
Amount Raised: $10,500,000
Zippi

São Paulo, Sao Paulo, Brazil

Zippi provides financial services for microentrepreneurs in Latin America.

Financial ServicesPayments
Series AJun 9, 2022
Amount Raised: $16,718,317
Xepelin

Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexico

Xepelin provides digital financial services for small and medium-sized business.

FinanceFinancial ServicesFinTechSaaSSmall and Medium Businesses
Series BMay 2, 2022
Amount Raised: $111,000,000
Cayena

São Paulo, Sao Paulo, Brazil

Cayena is a B2B marketplace for restaurants to procure inventory from multiple suppliers with a comprehensive suite of add-on services.

B2BE-CommerceFood and BeverageInformation ServicesMarketplace
Series AMar 7, 2022
Amount Raised: $17,500,000
Sudo

Kaduna, Kaduna, Nigeria

Sudo is an API platform that allows developers to issue physical and virtual cards at scale with greater control and flexibility.

Financial ServicesFinTechPaymentsReal Time
Pre SeedMar 2, 2022
Amount Raised: $3,700,000
NayaPay

Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan

NayaPay is a digital platform that provides online transaction and banking services.

BankingFinancial ServicesOnline Portals
SeedFeb 24, 2022
Amount Raised: $13,000,000
Qashio

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Qashio is a spend management solution that monitors expenses and makes payments via virtual Corporate credit cards.

AccountingFinancial ServicesFinTechPaymentsProductivity ToolsSoftware
Pre SeedFeb 16, 2022
Amount Raised: $2,500,000
Jar

Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Jar is an investment tech startup that allows users to save money and invest in digital gold.

AppsFinancial ServicesFinTech
Series AFeb 3, 2022
Amount Raised: $32,000,000