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Xora Innovation

Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore

Description

Xora Innovation is a Singapore-based deep tech venture builder and investor, established in 2020 as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Temasek, Singapore's global investment company. This strategic backing from Temasek, which manages a portfolio exceeding S$400 billion, provides Xora with substantial financial resources and a vast global network, enabling it to pursue ambitious deep tech ventures. Xora's core mission is to accelerate the path to market for breakthrough technologies, primarily focusing on early-stage deep tech intellectual property that holds the potential for significant global impact.

The firm's investment thesis is centered on identifying and nurturing technologies, often spun out from leading research institutions and corporate labs, that address real-world problems. Xora adopts a hands-on approach, functioning not just as an investor but also as a venture builder, actively collaborating with founders to transform nascent technologies into market-leading businesses. Their focus spans a wide array of critical sectors, including artificial intelligence, quantum computing, advanced materials, robotics, space technology, and sustainability.

As of early 2024, Xora Innovation has demonstrated its commitment to fostering innovation by making at least 11 investments in promising deep tech startups. Their portfolio includes notable companies such as SpeQtral, a quantum communication firm, and Atomionics, specializing in quantum sensors, reflecting their engagement in capital-intensive, cutting-edge technologies. While specific check sizes are not publicly disclosed, Xora typically participates in seed and early Series A rounds, aligning with their mandate to support deep tech from its foundational stages through to commercialization.

Investor Profile

Xora Innovation has backed more than 21 startups, with 6 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 10 rounds, about 48% of its total and boasts 0 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series A, Seed, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, Singapore, Canada.
  • Strong thematic focus on Energy, Biotechnology, Artificial Intelligence (AI).
  • Led 1 rounds in the past year.

Stage Focus

  • Series A (43%)
  • Seed (29%)
  • Series B (14%)
  • Series C (10%)
  • Series Unknown (5%)

Country Focus

  • United States (52%)
  • Singapore (29%)
  • Canada (14%)
  • United Kingdom (5%)

Industry Focus

  • Energy
  • Biotechnology
  • Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
  • Renewable Energy
  • Semiconductor
  • Software
  • Data Center
  • Machine Learning
  • Information Technology
  • Mineral
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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 Xora Innovation frequently co-invest with?

Foothill Ventures
North America, California, United States, Los Altos
Co-Investments: 4
AV
North America, California, United States, Sunnyvale
Co-Investments: 2
EV
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Cambridge
Co-Investments: 2
TechEnergy Ventures
South America, Distrito Federal, Argentina, Buenos Aires
Co-Investments: 3
ClavystBio
Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore
Co-Investments: 2
Doral Energy-Tech Ventures
Asia, Tel Aviv, Israel, Ramat Gan
Co-Investments: 3
Porsche Automobil Holding
Europe, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany, Stuttgart
Co-Investments: 3
EDBI
Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore
Co-Investments: 3
Koch Disruptive Technologies
North America, Kansas, United States, Wichita
Co-Investments: 3
Capricorn Investment Group
North America, California, United States, Palo Alto
Co-Investments: 3

Which angels does Xora Innovation often collaborate with?

TR
North America, California, United States, Palo Alto
Shared Deals: 1
GR
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
BP
North America, California, United States, Los Altos
Shared Deals: 1
WS
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1
LG
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
TP
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Cambridge
Shared Deals: 1
TS
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
DH
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1
LT
North America, California, United States, San Jose
Shared Deals: 1
CR
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Xora Innovation?

GridCARE

Redwood City, California, United States

GridCARE is the ultimate one-stop power solution for AI data centers, providing energy security and resilience at unparalleled speeds.

SeedMay 27, 2025
Amount Raised: $13,500,000
Nuevocor

Singapore, Central Region, Singapore

Nuevocor operates as a preclinical-stage biotech company.

BiopharmaBiotechnologyMedicalPharmaceutical
Series BMay 6, 2025
Amount Raised: $45,000,000
Summit Nanotech

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Summit Nanotech is a B2B company that deploys patented direct lithium extraction technology to create lithium economically and sustainably.

EnergyInformation TechnologyMineralMining TechnologyNanotechnology
Series UnknownMar 18, 2025
Amount Raised: $25,500,000
Celestial AI

Santa Clara, California, United States

Celestial AI develops an optical interconnect technology platform for data center and AI computing solutions.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Data CenterMachine LearningSemiconductorSoftware
Series CMar 11, 2025
Amount Raised: $250,000,000
Vsim Technology

Altrincham, Cheshire, United Kingdom

Vsim Technology offers physics simulations technologies for AI, robotics, VFX, research and the industrial metaverse.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)RoboticsSimulation
SeedSep 25, 2024
Amount Raised: $21,500,000
Hyperlight

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

HyperLight is a producer of thin-film lithium niobate photonic integrated circuit solutions.

ElectronicsInternetSemiconductorSoftware
Series BSep 23, 2024
Amount Raised: $37,000,000
Peak Energy

Denver, Colorado, United States

Peak Energy is a pioneering firm that is industrializing sodium-ion to expedite the shift to renewable energy.

EnergyRenewable Energy
Series AJul 17, 2024
Amount Raised: $55,000,000
Aether Fuels

San Francisco, California, United States

Aether Fuels is a cutting-edge climate technology startup.

EnergyPower GridRenewable Energy
Series AJun 27, 2024
Amount Raised: $34,000,000
Celestial AI

Santa Clara, California, United States

Celestial AI develops an optical interconnect technology platform for data center and AI computing solutions.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Data CenterMachine LearningSemiconductorSoftware
Series CMar 27, 2024
Amount Raised: $175,000,000
Amperesand

Singapore, Central Region, Singapore

Amperesand operates as a grid infrastructure solution provider.

InfrastructurePower Grid
SeedFeb 7, 2024
Amount Raised: $12,450,000