Atas VC
Venture capitalActively deployingSanta Monica · Pre-Seed–Seed · 1 people tracked
Investment thesis
ATAS invests in real technology solving tangible problems affecting the lives of most Americans, not niche markets in technology hubs. The firm backs founders building solutions for traditional industries, with particular focus on energy evolution and essential American infrastructure needs. Portfolio companies demonstrate applications of advanced technologies like reinforcement learning, autonomy, and AI coordination to reshape how traditional sectors operate.
Source: firm website, verified Jul 21, 2026.
Team · 1 people
from the firm's websiteAndrew Chan transitioned from a scientific background at NASA's Jet Propulsion Lab into venture capital, bringing six years of institutional investment experience.
What they invest in
from 1 of 3 portfolio companiesDeep Tech ×1Defense Tech ×1GovTech ×1SaaS ×1Space Tech ×1
HQs:United States×1
Investments · 3 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathAirbase develops intelligence and data products for aerospace, defense, and related sectors, built by technical operators with backgrounds in satellite imaging, orbital missions, and deep tech.
Deep TechDefense TechGovTechSaaSSpace TechNew York, US
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Atas VC invest at?
- Atas VC invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed stages.
- What sectors does Atas VC focus on?
- Atas VC focuses on AgTech, Energy, Sector Agnostic.
- Where is Atas VC located?
- Atas VC is headquartered in Santa Monica, US.
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