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Cadenza

New York, NY · Invests in US; Global · Website

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Pre-SeedSeedAI & Machine LearningDeveloper ToolsCybersecurityFintechCrypto & Web3Developer Tools & InfrastructureFintech & PaymentsSecurity & Cybersecurity

Thesis

Global investors in transformative technologies — backing bold founders building enduring businesses across sectors and stages. Combines deep fundamental research with active partnership. Fund III ($50M, Dec 2024) is focused on early-stage AI, particularly AI infrastructure, open-source LLMs, and AI-native applications.

Likely not a fit for

No explicit anti-thesis. Fund III has shifted focus from crypto/DeFi to AI. Less likely to back pure crypto plays in current fund cycle.

How they invest

Lead or follow
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Typical decision
~1 month
Warm intro
Not required
Involvement
Takes a board seat
Fund status
Actively deploying
Assets under mgmt
$100M
Decision process
Partnership vote

Partners & team

19 contacts on file

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Kumar Dandapani

General PartnerManaging Partner · Primary contact

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Max Shapiro

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Harris Wellner

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Eric Meltzer

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Kelly Yip

Platform & OpsEntrepreneur in Residence

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Andrew Liu

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Richarde Li

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Alex Acero

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Edward Yip

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Portfolio

TensorwaveEnterprise Software

TensorWave provides AI and HPC cloud solutions utilizing AMD Instinct™ technology, focusing on scalable AI compute and peak control.

Nous ResearchEnterprise Software

Nous Research is a leader in the American open source AI movement, focusing on training world-class open source language models and building infrastructure for distributed, unbiased training.

Pangram LabsEnterprise Software

Pangram Labs offers an AI detection tool that identifies AI-generated content with 99.98% accuracy, utilizing advanced natural language processing and a diverse dataset of human and AI writing.

DexmateEnterprise Software

Dexmate is a technology solutions provider offering mobile and web platforms, CMS, and skilled tech teams in Egypt, KSA, and UAE. The company focuses on modern technology services.

Rime Labs
KagiEnterprise Software

Kagi is a premium search engine that prioritizes user privacy and experience, offering ad-free, customizable search results and a suite of AI tools designed to enhance the search experience without compromising user data.

Jericho Security
Affiniti FinanceFintech Payments

Affiniti Finance transitioned from Make.com to n8n, achieving $25,000 in annual savings. This shift significantly lowered operational costs.

CasaFintech Payments

Casa helps you secure your bitcoin and stablecoins so you can have peace of mind. Take self-custody of your BTC and create an inheritance plan today.

Sport.funGaming

Sport.fun is a platform that combines fantasy sports with blockchain technology, allowing users to engage in sports analytics, trading, and rewards through a decentralized infrastructure.

LemonFintech Payments

Lemon is a leading crypto fintech in Latin America, providing a platform for buying, selling, and using cryptocurrencies. The company aims to make cryptocurrency accessible and mainstream, with a focus on community engagement and transparency.

RainFintech Payments

Rain is a financial services company that provides a voluntary benefit allowing employees to access their earned wages instantly, rather than waiting for scheduled paydays. With over 2 million users and partnerships with more than 1,200 employers, Rain helps reduce financial stress for employees while improving retention and productivity for businesses.

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Cadenza Research Investment Thesis Cadenza is a global investment platform built by operators, investors, and technologists, describing itself as backing "bold founders building enduring businesses across sectors and stages." The firm combines deep fundamental research with active partnership to help exceptional teams scale from early conviction to long-term market leadership. Cadenza's tagline — …

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