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Pre-SeedSeedSeries AAI & Machine LearningDeveloper ToolsCybersecurityHealthcare & BiotechSpace & DefenseRoboticsAerospace & DefenseBiotech & Life SciencesRobotics & AutomationDeveloper Tools & InfrastructureSecurity & Cybersecurity

Thesis

We invest in technically sophisticated founding teams solving breakthrough problems in deep-tech. We believe the next generation of transformational companies will be built by scientists and engineers with deep domain expertise tackling problems at the frontier of AI, cybersecurity, quantum, robotics, space, synthetic biology, and bioengineering. We provide patient capital and technical partnership to help these teams achieve escape velocity.

Likely not a fit for

We avoid pure consumer social networks, services-heavy models, non-technical founding teams, and companies lacking deep technical/scientific bottlenecks. We are not interested in businesses that don't require significant R&D capability or breakthrough innovation.

How they invest

Lead or follow
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Typical decision
~2 weeks
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Advisor
Fund status
Actively deploying
Assets under mgmt
$50M
Decision process
Partnership vote

Partners & team

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Shelley Zhuang

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Andy Chou

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David Dorsey

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Jacob Smith

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Pramod Gosavi

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Portfolio

AnyscaleEnterprise Software

Anyscale provides a platform to run and scale all machine learning and AI workloads, enabling developers to build applications that operate seamlessly from a laptop to a data center using Ray.

JupiterOneSecurity Cyber

JupiterOne provides cyber asset analysis for total enterprise visibility, focusing on managing the attack surface of organizations through continuous controls monitoring and exposure management.

ForterSecurity Cyber

Forter provides identity intelligence solutions to prevent fraud and optimize digital commerce experiences. Their platform includes fraud management, payment optimization, dispute management, account protection, and abuse prevention.

Hinge HealthHealthcare Digital

Hinge Health is focused on scaling and automating the delivery of health care, starting with musculoskeletal conditions. Leveraging an AI-powered care model, wearable device, and access to expert clinicians, Hinge Health delivers personalized, evidence-based care that helps people move beyond pain, improving member outcomes and experiences and reducing costs for clients.

Ginkgo BioworksBiotech Life Sciences

Ginkgo Bioworks is a biotechnology company that designs custom microbes for a variety of applications, including pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and industrial processes.

Cruise

Cruise is a pioneering company in the autonomous driving sector, aiming to redefine the driving experience through self-driving technology. As part of General Motors, Cruise is focused on developing autonomous vehicles that enhance safety, convenience, and enjoyment for drivers.

CovariantRobotics Automation

Covariant is an AI Robotics company focused on automating warehouse operations through advanced robotic solutions powered by their proprietary Covariant Brain.

Deep GenomicsBiotech Life Sciences

Deep Genomics is at the forefront of AI-powered drug development, focusing on programming RNA therapies for any gene and genetic condition. Their proprietary AI Platform identifies novel targets and evaluates therapeutic candidates, revolutionizing the approach to drug discovery.

AvaamoEnterprise Software

Avaamo provides AI-powered sales assistant technology that enhances customer interactions and improves sales processes through intelligent automation.

The RealRealEcommerce Marketplaces

The RealReal is a luxury resale and consignment platform that allows users to buy and sell designer clothes, bags, shoes, and jewelry.

NoetikEcommerce Marketplaces

Noetik is a comprehensive search directory platform that provides resources across multiple industries and topics, focusing on e-commerce and consumer products.

MantleFintech Payments

Mantle is a platform that provides alternative assets data, structured for the agentic era, enabling faster decisions and deeper insights through AI-powered insights and workflows.

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11.2 Capital Research Document Investment Thesis & Philosophy 11.2 Capital, named after Earth's escape velocity (11.2 km/s), is a deep-tech venture capital firm founded in 2013-2014 and based in San Francisco, California. The firm's core philosophy centers on backing technically sophisticated founding teams solving breakthrough problems in the most challenging technological domains. The firm's nam

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