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Nexus Ventures

Europe, Ankara, Turkey, Ankara

Description

Nexus Ventures is an Ankara-based venture capital firm established in 2016 by founding partners Ali Karabey and Kerim Karabey. The firm operates its first fund, Nexus Ventures Fund I, which has a total size of $10 million. This fund is dedicated to investing in early-stage technology companies primarily within Turkey, aiming to identify and support businesses with transformative potential.

The firm's investment strategy centers on fostering meaningful partnerships with entrepreneurs, providing not just capital but also strategic guidance. Nexus Ventures targets a broad array of technology sectors, including Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Fintech, Healthtech, Edtech, E-commerce, Logistics, Gaming, Deeptech, Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML), Internet of Things (IoT), and Big Data. Their focus on early-stage companies means they typically engage with businesses from seed to Series A funding rounds.

Nexus Ventures has built a diverse portfolio of over 20 companies since its inception. Notable investments include Doping Hafıza, an Edtech platform, and Fazla Gıda, a food waste management solution. The firm has also seen a successful exit with Smart Mimic, an IoT security company, which was acquired by Arçelik. While specific initial cheque sizes are not publicly disclosed, given the $10 million fund size and the number of portfolio companies, Nexus Ventures typically writes first cheques ranging from $100,000 for very early-stage seed investments up to $750,000 for leading or significantly participating in seed or small Series A rounds.

Investor Profile

Nexus Ventures has backed more than 21 startups, with 1 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 4 rounds, about 19% of its total and boasts 1 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Angel, Seed, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in Turkey, United States, India.
  • Strong thematic focus on Software, SaaS, Internet.
  • Typical check size: $100K – $750K.

Stage Focus

  • Angel (38%)
  • Seed (29%)
  • Series B (5%)
  • Series E (5%)
  • Pre Seed (5%)
  • Undisclosed (5%)
  • Series D (5%)
  • Series A (5%)
  • Series Unknown (5%)

Country Focus

  • Turkey (48%)
  • United States (33%)
  • India (14%)
  • United Kingdom (5%)

Industry Focus

  • Software
  • Saas
  • Internet
  • Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
  • Internet Of Things
  • E-commerce
  • Logistics
  • Transportation
  • Machine Learning
  • Digital Entertainment
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FAQ

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Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does Nexus Ventures frequently co-invest with?

Abingworth
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 1
AC
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 1
Catalio Capital Management
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 1
500 Global
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 2
Co-Investments: 1
Gradiant
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Woburn
Co-Investments: 1
Istanbul Startup Angels
Europe, Istanbul, Turkey, Istanbul
Co-Investments: 5
Illumina Ventures
North America, California, United States, Foster City
Co-Investments: 1
Coatue
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 1
NVIDIA
North America, California, United States, Santa Clara
Co-Investments: 1

Which angels does Nexus Ventures often collaborate with?

Shared Deals: 1
Shared Deals: 1
FI
Europe, Istanbul, Turkey, Istanbul
Shared Deals: 2
WR
North America, California, United States, La Jolla
Shared Deals: 1
DT
Europe, Istanbul, Turkey, Istanbul
Shared Deals: 1
RS
Europe, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany, Düsseldorf
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Nexus Ventures?

Moneyview

Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Moneyview is a provider of a credit platform that offers loans and financial management tools.

FinanceFinancial ServicesFinTechLendingPersonal Finance
Series UnknownSep 12, 2024
Amount Raised: $4,604,201
Iambic Therapeutics

San Diego, California, United States

Iambic Therapeutics is disrupting the therapeutics landscape with its unique AI-driven drug-discovery platform.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Machine LearningSoftwareTherapeutics
Series BOct 3, 2023
Amount Raised: $100,000,000
Smartstaff

Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Smartstaff is a workforce management platform that focuses on businesses managing their workforce's attendance and payroll.

InternetSoftwareVirtual Workforce
Series AJul 4, 2023
Amount Raised: $6,200,000
Rapido

Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Rapido is an online app and logistics provider that offers bike taxis to its users.

Information ServicesLogisticsMobile AppsTaxi ServiceTransportation
Series DApr 15, 2022
Amount Raised: $180,000,000
LOKI

Izmir, Izmir, Turkey

Automate and secure your network in a so simple way that anyone can do it.

Information TechnologyLocalNetwork SecuritySecurity
AngelJan 1, 2018
Amount Raised: $45,000
Istanbul Startup Angels

Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey

Turkey’s most active angel investment network with a focus on innovative and fast growing technology startups.

Innovation ManagementInternetManagement Consulting
UndisclosedDec 21, 2017
Sinemia

Los Angeles, California, United States

Sinemia is a social platform for moviegoers and a monthly subscription-based service.

Digital EntertainmentOnline PortalsTicketing
SeedDec 13, 2017
MobilMed

Izmir, Izmir, Turkey

MobilMed, a healthcare startup, develops wireless biosensor technology to, monitor detect and aid in the treatment of cardiovascular disease

Health CareMedical DeviceWearables
AngelAug 30, 2017
Buy Buddy

London, England, United Kingdom

Transform your store with buybuddy, the #1 solution for boosting offline conversion through physical engagements.

AnalyticsHardwareInternet of ThingsRetailRetail TechnologySaaSSoftware
Pre SeedMay 2, 2017
Amount Raised: $80,000
Smarttaxi

Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey

Smarttaxi is a content platform in taxis; providing passengers a fun journey and allowing advertisers to connect with target audience.

Advertising PlatformsMarketingTaxi ServiceTransportation
SeedMar 1, 2017