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Amino Capital

Venture capital

Palo Alto · Seed–Growth · 5 people tracked

Also known as Amino Capital 2005 · Amino Capital Continuity · AMINO CAPITAL MANAGEMENT COMPANY, LLC · Amino Capital Special

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Investment thesis

Amino Capital invests based on the first principles of big data, machine learning, and building exceptional products, centered on a thesis of data moat and network effects. The firm backs companies from seed to growth stages across Consumer, product-led-growth SaaS, Frontier Tech, and Web3. Its track record includes hundreds of funded companies, roughly 20 unicorns, 35 exits, and over 35 companies valued above $100M.

Source: firm website, verified Sep 15, 2026.

Stage
Seed–Growth
Check
$100K – $10M
HQ
Palo Alto, California, US
Leads rounds
Follows
Instruments
Equity
Founded
2012
Last 12 months
6 investments
AUM
$1B
VC funds
8
Tracked investments
183
Unicorns
4
IPOs
3
Acquisitions
16

Team · 5 people

from the firm's website & public directories
Qiang Li· General Partner
Margaret Li· Chief AI Officerin

What they invest in

from 145 of 183 portfolio companies

AI & Machine Learning ×85Enterprise Software ×60SaaS ×55Consumer ×25Fintech ×23Developer Tools ×19Data & Infrastructure ×13Marketplaces ×13

HQs:United States×102United Kingdom×6India×5Switzerland×2Morocco×1Philippines×1

Who they back

founder profiles across 83 portfolio companies
36%
solo founders
30 of 83 mapped founding teams
40%
repeat founders
of 127 founders with career history
~2 yrs
old at investment
median across 14 dated deals

Founding team size:solo founder×302 founders×323 founders×154+ founders×6

Where their founders studiedfrom 124 founders with education data

University of California, Berkeley ×10University of Cambridge ×7Harvard University ×6Stanford University ×6Carnegie Mellon University ×4Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee ×4Stanford University Graduate School of Business ×4UCLA ×4

What their founders studiedfrom 116 founders with field-of-study data

Computer Science ×51Engineering ×27Economics ×18Finance & Accounting ×8Business & Management ×7Mathematics & Statistics ×7Humanities ×5Physics ×3

Where their founders worked beforefrom 127 founders with career history

Stanford University ×8Goldman Sachs ×6Facebook ×5Google ×5Pinterest ×5DoorDash ×4McKinsey & Company ×4Uber ×4

Accelerator rootsportfolio companies that came through a program

Y Combinator ×48Techstars ×2

18 founders hold a PhD · 11 hold an MBA (of 125 with degree data)

Investments · 183 tracked

founders shown can be your intro path

By year:2026 · 32025 · 92024 · 12023 · 52022 · 72021 · 82020 · 12019 · 22018 · 42017 · 12016 · 142 dated

Appfolioappfolio.comin𝕏NASDAQ: APPF

AppFolio Investment Manager is investor management software designed for real estate investment firms.

AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareFintechPropTechSaaS

Jason RandallinShane Trigg(President, Chief Executive Officer and Director)in

Co-investorsHeadlineHeadline Growth Management, LLCVerdant Frontiers

Chimechime.comNASDAQ: CHYM

Chime is a US financial technology company offering fee-free checking and savings accounts, debit and credit-builder cards, early access to direct-deposited pay and no-fee overdraft cover.

San Francisco, US

Ryan King(Co-founder)inChris Britt(Co-founder & CEO)inKatherine Karas(Executive Officer)Matthew Newcomb(Executive Officer)in

BoardJim Feuille(Director)inShawn Carolan(Director)in

Co-investorsAspect VenturesAurumCathay InnovationClocktower VenturesCoatue ManagementCrosslink Capital+20 more

GRAILgrail.comin𝕏NASDAQ: GRAL

GRAIL develops the Galleri blood test for multi-cancer early detection using next-generation sequencing and machine learning to screen for multiple deadly cancer types before symptoms appear.

AI & Machine LearningBiotechHealthtechMedical DevicesMenlo Park, US

Jeffrey T. Huber(Director)Joshua Ofman, MD, MSHS(Chief Executive Officer)inAaron Freidin(Executive Officer)inJosh Ofman(Executive Officer)inRobert Ragusa(Executive Officer, Director)Jennifer Cook(Executive Officer, Director)in

PartnerLarry Li· led

Co-investorsARCH Venture PartnersBezos ExpeditionsBluebird VenturesDecheng CapitalDentsu VenturesFelicis Ventures+8 more

Dialtoneusedialtone.comin✓ verified

Dialtone provides AI agent software that helps enterprises automate operations and workflows.

AI & Machine LearningDeveloper ToolsEnterprise SoftwareSan Francisco, US

Akash Kashyap(Founder)inPetr

Co-investorsY CombinatorZ Venture Capital

Relarirelari.aiin𝕏✓ verified

Relari builds an AI development platform called Nuvi that enables developers to define intelligent agents in plain English without prompt engineering or visual programming.

Advanced ManufacturingAI & Machine LearningDeveloper ToolsEnterprise SoftwareRoboticsSan Francisco, US

Yi Zhang(Founder)inPasquale Antonante(Founder)in

Co-investorsY CombinatorGeneral CatalystSoma CapitalTwenty Two Ventures468 Capital

Specificspecific.devin𝕏✓ verified

Specific builds infrastructure software for AI coding agents, enabling them to run, deploy, and maintain the code they generate with tools designed for AI-native workflows rather than human developers.

AI & Machine LearningCloud ComputingDeveloper ToolsEnterprise SoftwareStockholm, SE

Fabian Lindfors(Founder)inIman Radjavi(Founder)in

Co-investorsY Combinator20VCInception Fund

0x0xproject.com𝕏

0x provides a Cross-Chain API that aggregates 12+ bridges and bridge aggregators into a single integration, handling route discovery, bridging, execution, and progress tracking for cross-chain token swaps.

Crypto & Web3Data & InfrastructureDeveloper ToolsFintech

Will Warren(Founder)in

Co-investorsContinue CapitalGreylock PartnersJump CapitalJump CryptoOpenSeaPantera Capital

1stCollab1stcollab.comin𝕏

1stCollab is an influencer marketing platform that connects creators with brand partnership opportunities.

AI & Machine LearningCreator EconomyEnterprise SoftwareMarketing TechSan Francisco, US

Leon Lin(Founder & CEO)inVarun Bansal(Founder)inAndrew Liu(Founder)in

Co-investorsBrighter Capitalf7 VenturesWebb Investment NetworkY Combinator

Aifiaifi.io

AiFi builds camera-based computer vision software that turns physical retail and venue spaces into autonomous, checkout-free environments.

Co-investorsCSC UpshotZMT Capital

AiFiaifi.comin

AiFi uses AI and computer vision to make physical spaces searchable, observable, and understandable, providing real-time insights for facility and space operators without manual audits.

AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareIoTRetail Tech

Steve Gu(Founder & CEO)Ying Zheng(Founder)in

Co-investorsCervinCommunitas Capital PartnersDuke Capital PartnersEvolution VenturesGS FuturesHongtai Capital Holdings+5 more

AirPairairpair.comDefunct

AirPair connects software developers with experienced practitioners across various technical domains through live video sessions and shared screen viewing, enabling teams to resolve technical problems and improve code quality more quickly.

Developer ToolsEnterprise SoftwareSan Francisco, US

Maksim Ioffe(Founder/COO)Jonathon Kresner(Founder)Igor Lebovic(Founder/CMO)in

Co-investorsFundersClubY CombinatorFCVC

Akudoakudo.ininDefunct

Akudo provides a digital banking service in India for teenagers, offering personalized prepaid cards with gamified incentives for saving and financial management.

FintechBengaluru, IN

Sajal Khanna(Founder)inLavika Aggarwal(Founder)inJagveer Gandhi(Founder)in

Co-investorsY CombinatorCabra VCJAFCO AsiaTribe Capital

Alphawatch AIalphawatch.aiin

Alphawatch AI provides a document processing tool that lets users transform PDF and Word files while integrating data from private knowledge bases, with security controls.

AI & Machine LearningFintechSan Francisco, US

Jackson Chen(Founder)in

Co-investorsY Combinator

Anchainanchain.aiin𝕏

Anchain provides AI-powered blockchain investigation services, offering hands-on training and tools to track illicit activities across blockchain networks.

AI & Machine LearningCrypto & Web3Cybersecurity

Co-investorsHivemind Capital Partners

Anthro Energyanthroenergy.comin𝕏

Anthro Energy develops advanced electrolytes and high-performance battery cells to improve energy density, safety, and form factor in battery technology.

Deep TechEnergyHardwareNew MaterialsSan Jose, US

David Mackanic(Co-Founder & CEO)inJoe Papp(Co-Founder & CTO)in

Co-investorsCollaborative FundDorm RoomUnion Square Ventures (USV)Voyager PartnersEnergy Revolution VenturesOverlap Holdings+1 more

Apostleapostlebio.cominMay 2019

Apostle develops cell-free DNA (cfDNA) extraction and purification kits for genomics and molecular biology laboratories.

BiotechHealthtechMedical DevicesMenlo Park, US

Dongliang Ge(Executive Officer, Director)Xin Guo(Director)Bo Zhang(Executive Officer, Director)

BoardWilliam Dai(Director)in

Co-investorsShangBay Capital LLC

Aqueductiliad.aiin

Iliad develops Aqueduct, a node-based procedural material engine with integrated AI capabilities for creating and editing custom textures and physically-based rendering (PBR) materials.

AI & Machine LearningCreator EconomyDeveloper ToolsEnterprise SoftwareGamingPittsburgh, US

Matthew Turnshek(Founder)in

Co-investorsDG Daiwa VenturesY Combinator

Artlyartly.coffee

Artly builds AI-powered barista robots that use deep learning and computer vision to prepare espresso drinks, and roasts its own coffee beans in-house.

AI & Machine LearningConsumerFoodTechRobotics

Joe Yang(Chief Coffee Officer)

Arva AIarva.aiin𝕏Jan 2025 · $3M

Arva provides financial crime compliance software for compliance teams in financial services, helping them work more efficiently on detection and monitoring tasks.

AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareFintechNew York City, US

Rhim Shah(Founder/CEO)inOli Wales(Founder/CTO)in

Co-investorsY CombinatorGradient VenturesOlive Tree Capital468 Capital

Assetaasseta.com

Asseta operates an online marketplace connecting buyers and sellers of used industrial equipment and components, providing transparent pricing and transaction support through a web-based platform.

Enterprise SoftwareMarketplacesNewport Beach, US

Garrett Beck(Founder)in

Co-investorsWinklevoss CapitalY CombinatorACE & Company

Athenaathena.studioinJul 2025 · $2.2M

Athena Studio develops and publishes mobile games monetized through advertising.

ConsumerGaming

Co-investorsEndeavor CatalystFCVCRed Bike CapitalY Combinator

AthenaHQathenahq.aiin𝕏

AthenaHQ builds AI-powered search technology for e-commerce and digital marketing.

AdTechAI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareMarketing TechSaaSSan Francisco, US

Andrew Yan(Co-Founder, CEO)inAlan Yao(Co-Founder)in

Co-investorsFundersClubY CombinatorFCVCRed Bike Capital

Availavail.io

Avail is a modular blockchain infrastructure project building a data availability layer and unification stack for rollups.

Anurag Arjun(Founder)in

Co-investorsCoatue ManagementJuniperoCyber CapitalFigmentFounders FundNomad Capital+1 more

Bannerwithbanner.comin

Banner provides a centralized platform that consolidates communications, workflows, and document management for commercial real estate teams across the acquisition and disposition lifecycle, reducing administrative overhead.

MarketplacesPropTechSaaSNew York City, US

Kunal Chaudhary(Founder)inEric Gao(Founder)in

Co-investorsPruVen Capital PartnersY CombinatorBasis Set VenturesFifth Wall

Beaconsbeacons.aiin𝕏

Beacons provides software tools including website hosting, email marketing, and online store capabilities for content creators to manage their businesses in one place.

ConsumerSaaSSocialSan Francisco, US

Neal Jean(Co-founder, CEO)inDavid Zeng(Founder)inJesse Zhang(Founder)in

Co-investors2am VCAndreessen HorowitzBehind Genius VenturesJustin “3LAU” BlauMantis CapitalNew Commerce Ventures+6 more

Benepassgetbenepass.comin𝕏Series A · Sep 2021 · $12M

Benepass provides flexible benefits platforms that enable employers to offer personalized, choice-based employee benefits aligned with company values and DEI initiatives.

Enterprise SoftwareFintechHR TechSaaSNew York City, US

Jaclyn Chen(Founder)inMark Fischer(Founder)inKabir Soorya(Founder)in

BoardMatthew Alfieri(Director)inStephanie Choo(Director)Mohammad Islam(Director)

Co-investorsCentana Growth PartnersClocktower VenturesElysium VenturesGradient VenturesMVP VenturesThreshold Ventures+4 more

Bimaplanbimaplan.coin𝕏Jun 2021 · $2.5M

Bimaplan offers life and health insurance products tailored for low-income households in India, delivered through a mobile-first platform.

FintechInsurTechBengaluru, IN

Vikul Goyal(Founder)in

Co-investorsEmphasis VenturesMAGIC FundY Combinator2am VCAcequia Capital (AceCap)FinSight Ventures+3 more

Bluesmartbluesmart.comAcquired

Bluesmart manufactures connected luggage with integrated app controls for travelers seeking location tracking and mobile device management features.

ConsumerHardwareNew York City, US

Alejo Verlini(Founder/CPO)in

Co-investorsFundersClubY CombinatorEndeavor CatalystXG Ventures

Boltobolto.comin𝕏Series A · Apr 2026 · $12M

Bolto combines AI-powered screening with a network of local recruiters to help companies hire global talent faster.

AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareHR TechSaaSSan Francisco, US

Mrinal Singh(Founder)inJake Johnson(Founder)inMilan Bhandari(Founder)inMern Singh(Founder)in

Co-investorsStandard CapitalY CombinatorAlumni VenturesGeneral CatalystMorado Ventures

Booth AIbooth.aiin𝕏Acquired

Booth AI provides an AI image generation platform that creates lifestyle product photos for e-commerce companies.

AI & Machine LearningE-commerceEnterprise SoftwareSan Francisco, US

Nick Locascio(Founder)inIan Baldwin(Founder)in

Co-investorsY Combinator

Breinifybreinify.comMay 2021 · $11M

Breinify is a personalization platform that enables B2C and D2C brands to deploy AI-powered customer experiences across web, email, SMS, and other channels.

AI & Machine LearningMarketing TechSaaS

Co-investorsCXO FundStreamlined VenturesGolden SeedsGutbrain VenturesStartup Capital VenturesSterling Road

Breinifybreinify.aiin𝕏May 2021 · $11M

Breinify offers an AI personalization platform that lets B2C and D2C marketers launch and test coordinated experiences across web, email, SMS, app, and API without heavy engineering involvement.

AI & Machine LearningMarketing TechRetail Tech

Diane Keng(CEO & Cofounder)inPhilipp Meisen(CTO & Cofounder)inNathan Loveless(Chief Revenue Officer)inTyrell Martin(Chief of Staff)in

Co-investorsCleo CapitalGolden SeedsGutbrain VenturesSterling RoadCXO FundStartup Capital Ventures+1 more

Brown Foodsunrealmilk.comin𝕏

Unreal Milk produces lab-grown whole cow milk using cellular agriculture technology.

BiotechClimate TechFoodTechHealthtechBoston, US

Sohail Gupta(Founder)inAvhijeet Kapoor(Founder)Bhavna Tandon(Founder)in

Co-investorsCreative Destruction Lab (CDL)Y CombinatorAgFunderCollaborative FundSRI Capital

Butterappbutterapp.ioin

Butter is an AI-powered ERP platform for food supply chain businesses such as wholesalers, distributors, and shippers, offering automated order extraction from voicemails, emails, and texts, branded eCommerce ordering apps, and integrated ACH and credit card payments.

AI & Machine LearningFoodTechSaaS

Co-investorsCollide CapitalNotation CapitalOutbound Ventures

Candyhousecandyhouse.co

CANDY HOUSE makes smart home hardware, including smart locks and related IoT accessories that support Bluetooth, Wi‑Fi, infrared, and Matter connectivity.

ConsumerHardwareIoT

Caseflood.aicaseflood.aiin

Caseflood.ai provides intake software for high-end law firms, helping them manage client onboarding and case intake processes.

AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareLegalTechSan Francisco, US

Ethan Hilton(Founder)inTolen Schreid(Founder)in

Co-investorsTranspose Platform ManagementValia VenturesY CombinatorElevation CapitalRebel Fund

Centauri AIcentauri-ai.techinPre-Seed · Feb 2024 · $500K

Centauri AI builds an AI-powered document processing platform that extracts, enriches, and automates data from institutional documents (PDFs, agreements, pitchbooks) for financial services firms.

AI & Machine LearningDeveloper ToolsEnterprise SoftwareFintechSan Francisco, US

He Lu(Founder)inMilan Shen(Founder)inJames Wu(Founder)in

Co-investorsY Combinator

Clinikallyclinikally.comin𝕏

Clinikally develops and sells dermatology-backed skin and hair care products for Indian consumers, complemented by online consultations with dermatologists.

Digital HealthE-commerceHealthtechMedical DevicesWellness & FitnessGurugram, IN

Arjun Soin(Founder)in

Co-investorsEntrepreneur VenturesTRAC (Third Round Analytics Capital)WorldQuant VenturesY CombinatorYes VCGoodwater Capital+5 more

Contourtrycontour.com

Contour provides AI voice agents that automate high-volume operational and coordination calls for healthcare organizations such as hospitals, clinics, and teleradiology providers.

AI & Machine LearningDigital HealthHealthtech

Co-investorsHawk Hill Ventures

CreatorMLcreatorml.comin𝕏Defunct

CreatorML develops machine learning tools that predict which videos will gain traction on social platforms, helping companies optimize their content strategies.

AI & Machine LearningData & InfrastructureEnterprise SoftwareNew York City, US

Charles Weill(Founder)in

Co-investorsY CombinatorGoodwater Capital

Crimsoncrimson.lawinMay 2026

Crimson uses AI to automate document review, evidence sorting, and case file organization for litigation and arbitration teams.

AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareLegalTechSaaSLondon, GB

Mark Feldner(Founder)inDavid Strömbäck(Founder)in

Co-investorsY CombinatorTwenty Two VenturesEight CapitalProgressive Ventures

CSPAcspa.ioin𝕏Acquired

A platform connecting companies with remote software developers, offering access to a database of over 2 million programmers for hire.

B2B MarketplacesEnterprise SoftwareHR TechSan Francisco, US

James Lin(Founder)inAngel Poon(Founder)in

Co-investorsY Combinator

D-Matrix AI Inference Accelerationd-matrix.aiin𝕏Seed · Jan 2021

d-Matrix develops AI compute hardware and platforms optimized for generative AI inference, designed to be faster, more energy-efficient, and more accessible than existing solutions.

AI & Machine LearningHardwareSemiconductors

Sid Sheth(Founder)in

Co-investorsPlayground GlobalTemasekAlpha Square GroupBerkeley FrontierCortado VenturesEntrada Ventures+10 more

Dataformdataform.coin𝕏Acquired

Dataform provides a platform for data teams to write, version control, and deploy SQL transformations across cloud data warehouses including Snowflake, BigQuery, and Redshift.

Data & InfrastructureEnterprise SoftwareLondon, GB

Lewis Hemens(Founder)inGuillaume-Henri Huon(Founder)in

Co-investorsY CombinatorLocalGlobe

dazzle aidazzle.aiinDec 2025 · $8M

Dazzle is an AI product in pre-launch, offering a waitlist to early users.

AI & Machine LearningPalo Alto, US

Marissa Mayer(Founder)in

Co-investorsBling CapitalbyFoundersForerunner VenturesGreycroftKleiner PerkinsOffline Ventures+1 more

Decoheredecohere.aiin𝕏

Decohere provides AI-powered content generation tools that create characters, art, and video.

AI & Machine LearningConsumerCreator EconomyMedia & EntertainmentSeattle, US

Rishi Bhuta(Founder)inWill Stith(Founder)in

Co-investorsY Combinator

Devycedevyce.comin𝕏Jul 2022

A team communication and collaboration platform that provides monitoring of communication performance through call logs and messaging statistics, along with built-in messaging features for workplace teams.

Cloud ComputingEnterprise SoftwareFuture of WorkSaaSLondon, GB

Nick Browne(Founder)inEdward Clayton(Founder)inLeo Bartle(Founder)in

Co-investorsFjor FoundersGarage CapitalSterling RoadY Combinator

Dexgetdex.comin

Dex is a relationship management tool that provides an intuitive, modern rolodex for organizing and maintaining personal and professional contacts.

ConsumerSaaSSan Francisco, US

Kevin Sun(Founder)in

Co-investorsY CombinatorA16Z SpeedrunNotion Capital

Dfinitydfinity.orgin𝕏

DFINITY builds the Internet Computer, a decentralized cloud network that enables applications to run directly on the blockchain with persistent state, native HTTP serving, and built-in security without requiring external databases or a dedicated operations team.

AI & Machine LearningCloud ComputingCrypto & Web3Developer Tools

Dominic Williams(Founder)in

Co-investorsa16z cryptoAcrew CapitalAndreessen HorowitzAspect VenturesBollinger Investment GroupCoinFund+17 more

Dilidili.ai

Dili provides AI-powered compliance automation for developers and engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) firms managing federally funded projects in construction, energy, and infrastructure.

AI & Machine LearningConstruction TechGovTech

Co-investorsKhosla VenturesRebel Fund

Dodovetdodo.comin𝕏

AI-powered receptionist for veterinary clinics

Co-investorsJ17 CapitalUS Innovative Technology

Dotsdots.communityin𝕏

Dots is a no-code automation platform for online communities, offering a flow builder for onboarding and support, analytics on member engagement, and CRM features.

Creator EconomySaaSSocial

Co-investorsDCMY Combinator

Enplugenplug.comin𝕏

Enplug provides digital signage software to display communications, promotions, and menu boards on screens in physical business locations such as retail stores and car dealerships.

Marketing TechMedia & EntertainmentSaaS

Nanxi Liu(Cofounder and CEO)Alex RossDavid ZhuJustyna Denuit-WojcikKevin KoNavdeep Reddyin

Co-investors500 GlobalIdealab

EquityZenequityzen.comin𝕏acquired by Morgan Stanley · Oct 2025

EquityZen operates an online marketplace that gives accredited individual investors access to shares in late-stage private companies through secondary market transactions.

FintechMarketplacesPropTechNew York, US

Atish Davda(Executive Officer, Director)inShriram Bhashyam(Executive Officer, Director)inPhil Haslett(Executive Officer, Director)in

Co-investors500 GlobalClick VenturesDraper AssociatesKhosla VenturesKima VenturesLaunchCapital+4 more

Evertoonevertoon.com

PartnerLarry Li· led

EzDubsezdubs.aiAcquired

EzDubs provides mobile apps that translate speech in real-time during phone calls and voice messages, using voice cloning and emotional tone preservation to maintain speaker identity across languages.

AI & Machine LearningConsumerSan Francisco, US

Padmanabhan (Paddy) Krishnamurthy(Founder)inAmrutavarsh Kinagi(Founder)in

Co-investorsY CombinatorVenture Highway

Femtosensefemtosense.aiinSep 2022

Femtosense (femtoAI) designs AI inference hardware and an embedded AI platform for running large AI models on small, low-power silicon at the edge, targeting consumer electronics and devices such as smart home products and hearing aids.

AI & Machine LearningHardwareSemiconductorsSan Bruno, US

Sam Fok(Executive Officer, Director)inKwabena Boahen(Director)Nick N. Oza(Executive Officer)

BoardShyam Kamadolli(Director)inWen Hsieh(Director)Ingrid Burton(Director)

Co-investorsJ2 VenturesFine Structures VenturesGaingelsQuest Venture PartnersSand Hill Angels

First Legalfirstlegal.comin

First Legal Investigations is a licensed detective agency providing investigation services to legal professionals, insurance companies, municipalities, corporate clients, and individuals.

LegalTechLos Angeles, US

Alex Martinezin

Co-investorsAurora CapitalAcquisition.comElevation CapitalRebel FundValia VenturesY Combinator

Firstbasefirstbasehq.comin𝕏Series A · Apr 2021 · $13M

Firstbase provides IT asset management and equipment provisioning services for distributed teams, handling device procurement, onboarding, asset tracking, repairs, and offboarding through automation and centralized infrastructure.

Enterprise SoftwareFuture of WorkHR TechSaaS

Co-investorsAndreessen HorowitzAsymmetric Capital PartnersAlpaca VCBackend CapitalKleiner Perkins

Firstbase.iofirstbase.ioin𝕏

Firstbase builds an all-in-one business operations platform that automates back office tasks for founders globally, including company incorporation, management, and growth services.

Enterprise SoftwareSaaSNew York City, US

Mark Milastsivy(Founder)in

Co-investorsOyster VenturesQuest VenturesStartersHubY CombinatorAndreessen HorowitzKleiner Perkins

Other

Tracked investments with no reachable website or further public details — typically companies that wound down, renamed, or were absorbed.

Alpha Design AI, Inc.Battlefy BattlefyCassia En.WebflowChimecardCodecompleteDarmaEmber CopilotGenomcanKloudlessLevyxLumilabsMaxfunMeituan BikeMyalfredNimbledroidOmisegoStringVoyageYiqixieYttromobileYungewuZoom

Exits · 19

3 IPOs · 16 acquisitions · showing 8

AppfolioNASDAQ: APPFChimeNASDAQ: CHYMGRAILNASDAQ: GRALEquityZenacq. by Morgan StanleyListenloopacq. by IntegratePercept.AIacq. by AtlassianTranchacq. by EliteWaystoCapacq. by Maxab

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Frequently asked questions

How many investments has Amino Capital made?
Amino Capital has 183 tracked investments, 19 of which have exited, including 12 dated in the last 24 months.
What stage does Amino Capital invest at?
Amino Capital invests at the Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Growth stages.
What is Amino Capital's typical check size?
Amino Capital typically writes checks of $100K – $10M.
What sectors does Amino Capital focus on?
Amino Capital focuses on AI & Machine Learning, Consumer, Crypto & Web3, Data & Infrastructure, Deep Tech, SaaS.
Where is Amino Capital located?
Amino Capital is headquartered in Palo Alto, US.
Does Amino Capital lead rounds?
Amino Capital typically participates in rounds rather than leading them.
Who does Amino Capital co-invest with?
Amino Capital most often shares deals with Y Combinator, Coatue Management, Andreessen Horowitz, among 382 tracked co-investors.

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Co-investors · 41

Andreessen Horowitz

Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) is a venture capital firm founded in 2009 by Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz, known for pioneering the platform model with a large team of operators supporting founders across stages.

$500K – $50M
Goodwater Capital

Goodwater Capital is a consumer technology investment firm backing entrepreneurs building companies across sectors such as housing, healthcare, food delivery, financial services, education, entertainment, and transportation.

$5M – $50M
SV Angel

SV Angel is a firm that has backed startup founders since the 1990s, leveraging a large network of founders, industry leaders, and regulators to support portfolio companies.

Bling Capital

Bling Capital is a seed-stage venture firm that backs entrepreneurs seeking to find and scale product-market fit, supported by its Bling Product Council of over 100 product leaders.

$1M – $5M
Standard Capital

Standard Capital leads Series A rounds in top post-product-market-fit startups through a fast application and interview process, taking a minimum 10% ownership without board seats and supporting founders via cohort-based group office hours in San Francisco.

468 Capital

468 Capital is a technology investment firm with offices in Berlin and San Francisco that invests across multiple stages in software, AI, and internet companies. The firm focuses on thesis-driven investments in businesses with experienced founding teams.

Bessemer Venture Partners

Bessemer Venture Partners is a global venture capital firm that partners with entrepreneurs across enterprise, consumer, and healthcare sectors from early stages through growth.

$5M – $100M
Alumni Ventures

Alumni Ventures (AV) is a venture capital firm that co-invests alongside lead VCs in startups, backing founders with capital and access to a large investor and operator community.

Both backed · 2
$100K – $10M
Gradient Ventures

Gradient is a seed-stage venture fund focused on backing founders building artificial intelligence companies, providing hands-on support as builders and mentors.

Both backed · 2
$100K – $10M
UpHonest Capital

UpHonest Capital is a Silicon Valley-based investment firm founded in 2017 that supports cross-border entrepreneurship and investment between China and the United States, and runs media, scout, and incubation programs.

Both backed · 2
TuringHuHu AI
$50K – $1M
Abstract Ventures

Abstract is a San Francisco-based venture capital firm managing $1.8 billion in assets, investing in seed and early-stage companies across all sectors.

Both backed · 2
$250K – $750K
Threshold Ventures

Threshold Ventures is a venture capital firm that partners with founder-led companies at inflection points of breakout growth, engaging early and providing hands-on advice during moments of market transformation.

Both backed · 2
$500K – $20M
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