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Newtopia VC

South America, Distrito Federal, Argentina, Buenos Aires

Description

Newtopia VC is a prominent venture capital firm headquartered in Buenos Aires, Argentina, deeply embedded in the Latin American tech ecosystem. Established by experienced entrepreneurs and former government officials, the firm positions itself as a strategic partner for early-stage startups. Newtopia VC primarily targets pre-seed and seed-stage companies, with a strategic focus on supporting the growth and internationalization of innovative ventures across various sectors within the region.

The firm's investment thesis centers on identifying high-potential startups that leverage technology to solve significant problems in Latin America. Newtopia VC typically deploys initial investments ranging from $100,000 to $1 million in pre-seed and seed rounds, providing crucial early capital. Beyond initial funding, they are known for their capacity to make follow-on investments, supporting their portfolio companies as they mature and raise subsequent rounds. Their first fund, launched in 2021, aimed to raise $50 million to fuel this investment strategy across the region.

What distinguishes Newtopia VC is its "Venture Builder" approach, which extends beyond mere capital provision. The firm offers hands-on operational support, mentorship, and access to an extensive network of industry experts, corporate partners, and potential investors. This comprehensive support system is designed to help founders navigate the challenges of scaling, from product development and market entry to talent acquisition and fundraising.

Newtopia VC's strategic location in Argentina, coupled with its deep understanding of the Latin American market dynamics, allows it to identify and nurture promising startups that are often overlooked by global investors. Their portfolio spans diverse sectors, including fintech, SaaS, e-commerce, and health tech, reflecting their broad interest in technology-driven solutions that address regional needs and have global scalability potential.

Investor Profile

Newtopia VC has backed more than 55 startups, with 5 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 4 rounds, about 7% of its total and boasts 0 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Pre Seed, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in Mexico, Argentina, United States.
  • Strong thematic focus on FinTech, Cryptocurrency, Software.
  • Led 1 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $100K – $1M.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (55%)
  • Pre Seed (38%)
  • Series Unknown (5%)
  • Series A (2%)

Country Focus

  • Mexico (25%)
  • Argentina (25%)
  • United States (15%)
  • Colombia (13%)
  • Brazil (7%)
  • Costa Rica (4%)
  • Uruguay (4%)
  • Bolivia (2%)
  • Peru (2%)
  • United Kingdom (2%)

Industry Focus

  • Fintech
  • Cryptocurrency
  • Software
  • Information Technology
  • Financial Services
  • E-commerce
  • Blockchain
  • Machine Learning
  • Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
  • Internet
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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 Newtopia VC frequently co-invest with?

99 Startups
North America, Distrito Federal, Mexico, Mexico City
Co-Investments: 3
FJ Labs
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 8
Borderless Capital
North America, Georgia, United States, Atlanta
Co-Investments: 4
Kalei Ventures
South America, Distrito Federal, Argentina, Velez Sarsfield
Co-Investments: 5
500 Global
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 4
Y Combinator
North America, California, United States, Mountain View
Co-Investments: 6
Latitud
South America, Sao Paulo, Brazil, São Paulo
Co-Investments: 10
MatterScale Ventures
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 8
Kaszek
South America, NA - Uruguay, Uruguay, Montevideo
Co-Investments: 4
Goodwater Capital
North America, California, United States, Burlingame
Co-Investments: 4

Which angels does Newtopia VC often collaborate with?

Matias Woloski
South America, Argentina
Shared Deals: 2
Simon Borrero
North America, Distrito Federal, Mexico, Mexico City
Shared Deals: 2
Marcos Galperin
South America, Distrito Federal, Argentina, Buenos Aires
Shared Deals: 2
JP
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
PZ
North America, United States
Shared Deals: 1
AG
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
Manu Ginobilli
South America, Buenos Aires, Argentina, Bahia Blanca
Shared Deals: 2
Ariel Arrieta
South America, Sao Paulo, Brazil, Argentina
Shared Deals: 2
Shared Deals: 1
Esteban Ordano
South America, Argentina
Shared Deals: 2

What are some of recent deals done by Newtopia VC?

Nexa Finance

São Paulo, Sao Paulo, Brazil

Nexa Finance anticipates a future in which everyone has access to top-tier investing options.

FinanceFinancial Services
SeedJul 17, 2025
Amount Raised: $4,506,047
Crabi

Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexico

Full stack, digital car insurance

Auto InsuranceInsuranceInsurTech
Series UnknownJun 5, 2025
Amount Raised: $13,600,000
aviva

Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexico

Mexico City-based fintech startup building an AI-powered digital bank with a laser focus on the needs of the underbanked in LatAm.

Computer VisionFinTechMachine LearningNatural Language ProcessingPredictive Analytics
SeedMay 9, 2025
Amount Raised: $6,500,000
Intuitivo AI

Miami, Florida, United States

IntuitivoAI is a technology AI/Computer vision company that's building the perfect one-on-one shopping experience for the future of retail.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Computer VisionMachine LearningRetailRetail Technology
Series UnknownApr 3, 2025
Glim

Bogotá, Distrito Especial, Colombia

Glim is Salary reinvented

CryptocurrencyEmployee BenefitsFinTechHuman Resources
Pre SeedFeb 13, 2025
Amount Raised: $3,470,000
aviva

Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexico

Mexico City-based fintech startup building an AI-powered digital bank with a laser focus on the needs of the underbanked in LatAm.

Computer VisionFinTechMachine LearningNatural Language ProcessingPredictive Analytics
SeedAug 2, 2024
Amount Raised: $5,500,000
Roxom

Buenos Aires, Distrito Federal, Argentina

Roxom is the first Bitcoin Stock, Commodities and Crypto Exchange in human history.

BitcoinBlockchainCryptocurrencyFinTech
Pre SeedJul 1, 2024
Amount Raised: $4,300,000
Pulpos

Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico

Pulpos goal is to provide the greatest product on the market and an interface that allows merchants to set up their store in minutes.

Point of Sale
SeedMar 30, 2024
Amount Raised: $4,000,000
Agrotoken

Buenos Aires, Distrito Federal, Argentina

Agrotoken is a grain-backed, transactional digital asset used to save or exchange for supplies, services, and other assets.

AgricultureAgTechCryptocurrencyFinTechTrading Platform
SeedNov 8, 2023
Amount Raised: $12,500,000
Kigüi

Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexico

Kigüi is minimizing food waste in supermarkets by incentivizing consumers with cash back to purchase near-expiration goods powered by AI.

E-Commerce PlatformsFood and BeverageSoftwareWaste Management
SeedJun 1, 2023
Amount Raised: $252,000