Alibaba Entrepreneurs Fund
Corporate VCHong Kong · Seed–Late Stage · 2 people tracked
Investment thesis
The Alibaba Entrepreneurs Fund is a not-for-profit initiative backed by Alibaba Group. It invests capital and offers strategic guidance to startups with a Hong Kong and Taiwan nexus, helping them scale and reach global markets by leveraging Alibaba's ecosystem. Beyond direct startup investment, the fund promotes youth entrepreneurship through practice-oriented programs that equip early visionaries with business fundamentals, global perspectives, and networking opportunities.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 27, 2026.
Team · 2 people
from public directoriesWhat they invest in
from 4 of 6 portfolio companiesHardware ×3AI & Machine Learning ×2Consumer ×2Cleantech ×1Digital Health ×1Enterprise Software ×1Gaming ×1IoT ×1
HQs:Hong Kong×2China×1
Investments · 6 tracked
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Fano Labs develops speech and language AI solutions for enterprise communication environments, with models trained on diverse linguistic nuances including dialects and conversational patterns relevant to Asia.
AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareSaaSHong Kong, HK
Dr. Miles Wen(Co-Founder & Chairman)Professor Victor Li(Co-Founder & CEO)
Co-investorsGobi PartnersHorizons VenturesOpenspace VenturesSaltagen VenturesHSBC
Orca Tech (欧卡智舶) develops autonomous surface vessels including unmanned environmental cleaning boats, smart electric passenger sightseeing boats, and the ORCA-APAS marine autonomous navigation and driver-assistance system for shipping, inspection, tourism, and public-safety applications.
AI & Machine LearningCleantechHardwareRobotics
Co-investorsGobi PartnersPlug and Play ChinaAEF Greater Bay Area Fund
Maker of OFLO, a screen-free communication device using text-to-voice, voice-to-text, and voice-to-voice technology to connect frontline and back-office teams for businesses.
ORII develops a screen-free smartphone accessory that allows users to interact with their phones through voice and touch without relying on a display.
ConsumerDigital HealthHardwareIoTHong Kong, HK
Kevin
Sandbox VR operates location-based virtual reality entertainment centers where groups of up to six people experience immersive multiplayer games using proprietary full-body motion capture and haptic technology.
ConsumerGamingHardware
Steve Zhao(Founder)
Co-investorsAbstract VenturesAEF Greater Bay Area FundAndreessen HorowitzDreamers VCDVCEvolution VC Partners+7 more
Portfolio news
latest coverage across their companiesSandbox VR · streetinsider.com · Jul 16, 2026
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Alibaba Entrepreneurs Fund invest at?
- Alibaba Entrepreneurs Fund invests at the Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Growth, Late Stage stages.
- What is Alibaba Entrepreneurs Fund's typical check size?
- Alibaba Entrepreneurs Fund typically writes checks of $1.2M – $150M.
- What sectors does Alibaba Entrepreneurs Fund focus on?
- Alibaba Entrepreneurs Fund focuses on AdTech, Advanced Manufacturing, AI & Machine Learning, Biotech, Cleantech, Consumer, Data & Infrastructure, Deep Tech, E-commerce, EdTech, Enterprise Software, Fintech, Gaming, Hardware, Healthtech, IoT, Logistics & Supply Chain, Media & Entertainment, Medical Devices, Mobility & Transportation, New Materials, PropTech, Retail Tech, Robotics, SaaS, Sector Agnostic, Semiconductors, Sports Tech, Travel & Hospitality.
- Where is Alibaba Entrepreneurs Fund located?
- Alibaba Entrepreneurs Fund is headquartered in Hong Kong, HK.
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