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Newfund

Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris

Description

Newfund is a prominent early-stage venture capital firm established in 2008, known for its unique transatlantic investment strategy. Headquartered in Paris, France, the firm maintains a significant presence in North America, particularly in the United States, allowing it to bridge the innovation ecosystems of both continents. Newfund primarily focuses on Seed and Series A funding rounds, identifying and supporting entrepreneurial teams with high growth potential in various technology sectors.

The firm manages over €400 million (approximately $430 million USD) across several funds, demonstrating substantial capital resources dedicated to early-stage companies. Their investment thesis centers on disruptive technologies and scalable business models, with a keen interest in areas such as SaaS, fintech, deep tech, and consumer applications. Newfund prides itself on being an "entrepreneurial VC," often providing hands-on support and leveraging its extensive network to help portfolio companies navigate market challenges and accelerate their growth.

Newfund's typical initial investment ranges from €500,000 to €3 million (approximately $540,000 to $3.24 million USD), with the capacity for significant follow-on investments as companies mature. Since its inception, the firm has made over 150 investments, building a diverse portfolio of promising startups. This extensive track record underscores their commitment to fostering innovation and scaling businesses from their nascent stages into established market players, often facilitating their expansion across the Atlantic.

Investor Profile

Newfund has backed more than 204 startups, with 12 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 97 rounds, about 48% of its total and boasts 33 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Series A, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in France, United States, Canada.
  • Strong thematic focus on Software, Information Technology, SaaS.
  • Led 6 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $540K – $3.2M.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (46%)
  • Series A (17%)
  • Series Unknown (15%)
  • Pre Seed (10%)
  • Angel (6%)
  • Series B (3%)
  • Series C (1%)

Country Focus

  • France (68%)
  • United States (25%)
  • Canada (2%)
  • Israel (1%)
  • Senegal (1%)

Industry Focus

  • Software
  • Information Technology
  • Saas
  • Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
  • Fintech
  • Health Care
  • Analytics
  • Financial Services
  • Internet
  • Enterprise Software
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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 Newfund frequently co-invest with?

Bonfire Ventures
North America, California, United States, Santa Monica
Co-Investments: 3
Evolem Start
Europe, Rhone-Alpes, France, Lyon
Co-Investments: 6
Founders Future
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 4
Leading Edge Ventures
North America, Delaware, United States, Newark
Co-Investments: 3
VT Technology Ventures
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Boston
Co-Investments: 4
Kurma Partners
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 4
Accel
North America, California, United States, Palo Alto
Co-Investments: 3
New Stack Ventures
North America, Illinois, United States, Chicago
Co-Investments: 5
Kima Ventures
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 10
Bpifrance
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Maisons-alfort
Co-Investments: 10

Which angels does Newfund often collaborate with?

TM
North America, Pennsylvania, United States, Coplay
Shared Deals: 2
EL
North America, Florida, United States, Miami Beach
Shared Deals: 2
MM
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 3
AV
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
AE
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Boston
Shared Deals: 1
FN
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Shared Deals: 1
JL
North America, California, United States, Stanford
Shared Deals: 1
KS
Europe, Limassol, Cyprus, Limassol
Shared Deals: 2
XN
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Shared Deals: 2
CC
North America, Maryland, United States, Gaithersburg
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Newfund?

AI-Stroke

Montpellier, Languedoc-Roussillon, France

AI-Stroke turns any smartphone into an “AI neurologist” before the CT Scan.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Health CareHealth DiagnosticsMedical Device
SeedNov 18, 2025
Amount Raised: $4,600,000
Infinite Orbits

Singapore, Central Region, Singapore

Infinite Orbits is a satellite servicing company that focuses on satellite maintenance, orbit correction, and de-orbiting services.

AerospaceSatellite CommunicationService Industry
Series BNov 10, 2025
Amount Raised: $46,230,001
PureNat

Anglet, Aquitaine, France

PureNat is a deeptech company that provides technologies for air purification and environmentally friendly ways to reduce air pollution.

Environmental EngineeringGreenTechPollution Control
SeedOct 7, 2025
Amount Raised: $2,330,676
Kikleo

Paris, Ile-de-France, France

Kikleo provides smart solutions for monitoring the food waste in restaurants and collects and analyzes the data to implement solutions.

Environmental ConsultingFood and BeverageInformation ServicesSoftware
SeedSep 24, 2025
Amount Raised: $4,108,685
Moodwork

Compiègne, Picardie, France

Moodwork is the digital solution for Quality of Life at Work.

Health CareWellness
Series UnknownSep 18, 2025
Amount Raised: $3,660,590
Tin Can

Seattle, Washington, United States

A new-school landline for friends

ConsumerConsumer Electronics
SeedSep 15, 2025
Amount Raised: $3,500,000
Nucleon Security

Paris, Ile-de-France, France

Endpoint Security. Built on Zero Trust. Powered by AI. Ready for anything.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Cyber SecurityMachine Learning
SeedSep 9, 2025
Amount Raised: $3,512,235
Rwazi

Los Angeles, California, United States

Rwazi is a decision intelligence platform built on consumer-trained AI that helps global teams grow market share and drive revenue.

AnalyticsArtificial Intelligence (AI)Big DataBusiness IntelligenceGenerative AIInformation Technology
Series AJul 15, 2025
Amount Raised: $12,000,000
Oria Bioscience

Paris, Ile-de-France, France

Oria Bioscience is a pure biotechnology company that produces intact organelles for therapeutic opportunities.

BiopharmaBiotechnologyPharmaceutical
SeedJun 19, 2025
Amount Raised: $3,094,669
PyxiScience

Villepinte, Ile-de-France, France

PyxiScience operates as an adaptive Math Learning Platform designed by educators and powered by AI.

EdTechHigher Education
SeedMay 20, 2025
Amount Raised: $2,250,362