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Sistema_VC

Europe, Moscow City, Russian Federation, Moscow

Description

Sistema VC is a prominent venture capital firm based in Moscow, Russian Federation, established by the diversified Russian conglomerate Sistema. Launched in 2016 with a substantial fund of $100 million, the firm was created to identify and invest in promising technology companies with significant growth potential. Its mandate extends to both Russian and international projects, emphasizing ventures capable of achieving global scale.

The firm primarily focuses on growth-stage internet and technology companies, typically engaging in Series A and Series B funding rounds. This strategic focus indicates a preference for businesses that have already demonstrated product-market fit and possess a clear trajectory for expansion. Sistema VC seeks out innovative companies across various tech sectors, including but not limited to e-commerce, fintech, mobile applications, and enterprise software, aiming to support their scaling efforts and market penetration.

Sistema VC's investment strategy is characterized by its significant capital deployment. The firm's typical first check size ranges from $1 million to $10 million, providing substantial financial backing to its portfolio companies. Beyond capital, Sistema VC aims to leverage the extensive network and resources of its parent company, Sistema, to offer strategic guidance and operational support, facilitating the growth and internationalization of its investments.

While rooted in the Russian market, Sistema VC's explicit interest in international projects underscores its ambition to build a diverse and globally impactful portfolio. The firm consistently seeks out opportunities where its capital and strategic input can accelerate a company's journey from a strong regional player to a globally competitive entity, reflecting a forward-looking approach to venture capital in the technology landscape.

Investor Profile

Sistema_VC has backed more than 30 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 11 rounds, about 37% of its total and boasts 6 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Series A, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United Kingdom, United States, Russian Federation.
  • Strong thematic focus on Software, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence (AI).
  • Typical check size: $1M – $10M.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (27%)
  • Series A (17%)
  • Series B (17%)
  • Series Unknown (13%)
  • Secondary Market (7%)
  • Convertible Note (7%)
  • Series D (3%)
  • Debt Financing (3%)
  • Series C (3%)
  • Private Equity (3%)

Country Focus

  • United Kingdom (30%)
  • United States (23%)
  • Russian Federation (20%)
  • Lithuania (13%)
  • The Netherlands (10%)
  • Cyprus (3%)

Industry Focus

  • Software
  • Machine Learning
  • Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
  • Information Technology
  • Analytics
  • Big Data
  • E-commerce
  • Marketplace
  • Agriculture
  • Telecommunications
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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 Sistema_VC frequently co-invest with?

Taver Capital Partners
North America, Delaware, United States, Wilmington
Co-Investments: 2
MC
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 3
Flint Capital
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Cambridge
Co-Investments: 2
Breed Reply
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 2
Cathay Innovation
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 2
Almaz Capital
North America, California, United States, Portola Valley
Co-Investments: 5
Telefonica
Europe, Madrid, Spain, Madrid
Co-Investments: 2
Runa Capital
Europe, Luxembourg, Luxembourg, Luxembourg
Co-Investments: 2
Alchemist Accelerator
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 2
Notion Capital
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 3

Which angels does Sistema_VC often collaborate with?

TA
Europe, Harjumaa, Estonia, Tallinn
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Sistema_VC?

FinalPrice

Los Angeles, California, United States

FinalPrice is a private travel club for travel enthusiasts and professionals.

TourismTravelTravel Accommodations
SeedJul 5, 2021
Amount Raised: $1,000,000
NFWare

Sunnyvale, California, United States

NFWare develops disruptive virtualized network software for operators and data-centers.

Cloud InfrastructureSoftwareTelecommunicationsVirtualization
Series UnknownJan 13, 2021
Amount Raised: $1,400,000
KisanHub

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom

KisanHub Agri-Food Supply Chain Software helps Producer Groups to transform their supply chains

AgricultureFarmingSaaSSoftware
Series UnknownNov 18, 2020
Amount Raised: $1,484,167
SQream Technologies

New York, New York, United States

SQream makes it possible to ask bigger questions of extremely large, complicated data sets.

AnalyticsBig DataBusiness IntelligenceDatabaseEnterprise SoftwareGPU
Series BJun 24, 2020
Amount Raised: $39,400,000
Connecterra

Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands

Connecterra is an agtech startup using AI to optimize the diary farming industry.

AgricultureAgTechArtificial Intelligence (AI)Machine Learning
Series BJun 22, 2020
Amount Raised: $8,796,632
FiveAI

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom

FiveAI provides a software platform designed for providing a solution in urban mobility in public transport to complex urban environments.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Autonomous VehiclesMachine LearningSoftware
Series BMar 3, 2020
Amount Raised: $41,000,000
GOSU Data Lab

Vilnius, Vilniaus Apskritis, Lithuania

GOSU Data Lab is a company focused on gaming data and AI.

AnalyticsArtificial Intelligence (AI)Big DataMachine LearningSoftware
Series BDec 10, 2019
Amount Raised: $2,800,000
Ozon

Moscow, Moscow City, Russian Federation

Ozon is a multi-category e-commerce platform that helps customers find product offerings from sellers of all sizes.

Consumer GoodsE-CommerceInformation TechnologyInternetMarketplaceRetail
Secondary MarketSep 19, 2019
Amount Raised: $70,000,000
MEL Science

London, England, United Kingdom

MEL Science develops up to date chemistry kit subscription and VR software for learning chemistry

EdTechEducationSoftware
Series AAug 6, 2019
Amount Raised: $6,000,000
KisanHub

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom

KisanHub Agri-Food Supply Chain Software helps Producer Groups to transform their supply chains

AgricultureFarmingSaaSSoftware
Series AJul 25, 2019
Amount Raised: $4,233,679