
Yolo Investments
Description
Yolo Investments is a venture capital firm based in Tallinn, Estonia, with a strategic focus on seed and Series A stage investment opportunities. The firm primarily targets companies operating within the dynamic sectors of gaming, fintech, blockchain, and other emerging technologies. As an integral part of the larger Yolo Group, Yolo Investments leverages its parent company's ecosystem and expertise to identify and nurture promising startups.
The firm's investment thesis revolves around supporting innovative companies that are poised for significant growth and disruption within their respective industries. Yolo Investments is known for its active role in portfolio development, often providing strategic guidance and operational support beyond just capital infusion. With an impressive portfolio comprising over 100 investments, the firm demonstrates a broad reach and a commitment to fostering a diverse range of technological advancements.
Yolo Investments manages a substantial asset under management (AUM) exceeding €550 million, underscoring its significant financial capacity to back ambitious ventures. The firm typically deploys first cheques ranging from €250,000 to €5 million, indicating a flexible approach to early-stage funding that can accommodate various capital needs. This range allows them to support nascent ideas at the seed stage while also providing more substantial capital for Series A rounds to help companies scale their operations and expand market reach. Their strategic presence in Estonia positions them well to tap into the vibrant European tech ecosystem while maintaining a global outlook on investment opportunities.
Investor Profile
Yolo Investments has backed more than 29 startups, with 7 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 13 rounds, about 45% of its total and boasts 0 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Seed, Series A, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States, Australia, Estonia.
- Strong thematic focus on Cryptocurrency, Blockchain, Financial Services.
- Led 2 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $270K – $5.4M.
Stage Focus
- Seed (55%)
- Series A (21%)
- Series Unknown (10%)
- Pre Seed (7%)
- Initial Coin Offering (3%)
- Series B (3%)
Country Focus
- United States (28%)
- Australia (14%)
- Estonia (10%)
- United Kingdom (7%)
- Israel (7%)
- United Arab Emirates (7%)
- Canada (3%)
- Philippines (3%)
- Nigeria (3%)
- Taiwan (3%)
Industry Focus
- Cryptocurrency
- Blockchain
- Financial Services
- Gaming
- Fintech
- Software
- Payments
- Sports
- Digital Entertainment
- Information Technology
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