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Vertex Ventures China

Asia, Beijing, China, Beijing

Description

Vertex Ventures China is a prominent venture capital firm operating within mainland China, forming a crucial part of the global Vertex Holdings network. Vertex Holdings, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Singapore's state-owned investment company Temasek, oversees a family of venture capital funds across various regions, with Vertex Ventures China specifically dedicated to the high-growth technology landscape of the Chinese market. The firm is headquartered in Beijing and focuses on identifying and nurturing innovative startups poised for significant disruption and expansion within the country's dynamic digital economy.

The firm's investment strategy primarily targets early to growth-stage companies, typically participating in Series A and Series B funding rounds. Vertex Ventures China seeks out high-potential ventures across a spectrum of technology sectors, including enterprise services, advanced technology, and digital transformation solutions. Their approach emphasizes long-term partnerships, providing not just capital but also strategic guidance, operational support, and access to their extensive global network to help portfolio companies scale effectively and achieve market leadership.

Vertex Ventures China has demonstrated a strong commitment to the Chinese tech ecosystem through the successful raising of substantial funds. For instance, its Vertex Ventures China IV fund closed at a significant $250 million in 2019, reflecting investor confidence in their strategy and market insights. Building on this momentum, the firm further solidified its position with the close of Vertex Ventures China V in 2022, which secured an impressive $350 million. These funds enable Vertex Ventures China to make meaningful investments into promising startups that are driving innovation and shaping the future of China's technology landscape.

Investor Profile

Vertex Ventures China has backed more than 49 startups, with 10 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 8 rounds, about 16% of its total and boasts 15 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series B, Series A, Seed rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in China, United States, Taiwan.
  • Strong thematic focus on Manufacturing, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Software.
  • Led 4 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $5M – $25M.

Stage Focus

  • Series B (49%)
  • Series A (18%)
  • Seed (14%)
  • Series C (10%)
  • Series Unknown (4%)
  • Series E (2%)
  • Series D (2%)

Country Focus

  • China (84%)
  • United States (12%)
  • Taiwan (2%)
  • Hong Kong (2%)

Industry Focus

  • Manufacturing
  • Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
  • Software
  • Information Technology
  • Apps
  • Robotics
  • Internet
  • Renewable Energy
  • Mobile
  • E-commerce
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Who does Vertex Ventures China frequently co-invest with?

Applied Ventures
North America, California, United States, Santa Clara
Co-Investments: 4
GSR Ventures
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 4
General Motors Ventures
North America, Michigan, United States, Warren
Co-Investments: 3
Matrix Partners China
Asia, Beijing, China, Beijing
Co-Investments: 4
CC
North America, Connecticut, United States, Stamford
Co-Investments: 2
Warburg Pincus
Europe, Madrid, Spain, Boadilla Del Monte
Co-Investments: 3
Vertex Ventures
Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore
Co-Investments: 27
HongShan
Asia, Beijing, China, Beijing
Co-Investments: 4
Qiming Venture Partners
Asia, Shanghai, China, Shanghai
Co-Investments: 3
GGV Capital
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 3

Which angels does Vertex Ventures China often collaborate with?

Shared Deals: 1
Patrick Cheung
Asia, Hong Kong
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Vertex Ventures China?

Qianjue Technology

Beijing, Beijing, China

Qianjue Technology is a company that created the first full-stack application-level robot model.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Robotics
SeedMay 20, 2025
Silicon Quantum

Hefei, Anhui, China

Silicon specializes in the design of optical quantum integrated chips as well as the development of important quantum informational tools.

Information TechnologyManufacturing
Series UnknownMay 7, 2025
ViTai Robotics

Shanghai, Shanghai, China

ViTai develops hand-eye coordination algorithms and general-purpose tactile sensing modules for robotic end-effectors.

SeedApr 14, 2025
Amount Raised: $13,674,840
MetaSilicon

Shanghai, Shanghai, China

MetaSilicon is an edge computing chip design business dedicated to creating an intelligent environment.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Augmented RealityAutomotive
Series AJan 17, 2025
AIForceTech

Haidian, Beijing, China

AIForceTech integrates artificial intelligence and technology and manufactures unmanned agricultural machinery.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Machine LearningMachinery ManufacturingManufacturing
Series BJan 7, 2025
Amount Raised: $13,649,175
Deepin Technology

Haidian, Beijing, China

Deepin Technology focuses on chemistry research using artificial intelligence.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)ChemicalLife Science
SeedNov 5, 2024
Liangjiang

Shenzhen, Guangdong, China

Liangjiang is an AI manufacturer of high-precision equipment.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Industrial ManufacturingManufacturing
SeedOct 23, 2024
Sapient Intelligence

Beijing, Beijing, China

Sapient Intelligence is building self-evolving AI architectures to solve complex long-horizon reasoning challenges.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Generative AI
SeedSep 20, 2024
Amount Raised: $22,000,000
Longsailing

Nanshan, Hunan, China

Longsailing is a semiconductor manufacturing firm that works on smart connectivity and wireless sectors.

InternetManufacturingSemiconductor
Series ASep 9, 2024
Amount Raised: $14,055,604
Viewtrix Technology

Shenzhen, Guangdong, China

Viewtrix Technology develops display driver chips and circuit boards, supporting various types of OLED display screens.

Developer PlatformProduct Research
Series UnknownSep 2, 2024
Amount Raised: $2,809,936