Moscow · Seed–Growth
Investment thesis
GenerationS operates as a corporate innovation development platform in Russia, bridging startups and large corporations. It runs corporate accelerator programs that help startups reach business customers and pilot projects, while enabling corporations to source motivated, prepared startups for partnerships and joint ventures. The platform also organizes the GIA award and conducts research on best practices in corporate innovation, working alongside government partners such as the Ministry of Industry and Trade and Ministry of Economic Development to support import substitution and technological sovereignty. Its activity emphasizes advancing technological innovation across industries through collaboration among government, private business, and the scientific community.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
What they invest in
from 6 of 19 portfolio companiesAI & Machine Learning ×3Cybersecurity ×2Deep Tech ×2Hardware ×2Advanced Manufacturing ×1Consumer ×1Energy ×1Enterprise Software ×1
HQs:United Arab Emirates×2Russia×2
Portfolio companies · 19 tracked
alumni founders can tell you what the program is really likeOz Forensics develops liveness detection and facial biometrics (face-matching) software for identity verification and biometric fraud prevention, sold to organizations across industries.
AI & Machine LearningCybersecurityFintechSaaSDubai, AE
Promobot is a Russian robotics company that develops and manufactures service, educational, and industrial robots, including humanoid service robots, robot-doubles (Robo-C), collaborative manipulators, and AI dialog systems.
AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareHardwareRoboticsPerm, RU
Алексей Южаков(Сооснователь, отвечает за стратегическое развитие)Олег Кивокурцев(Сооснователь)Максим Чугунов(Сооснователь, операционное управление)
SIBUR is a petrochemical company that produces chemical products used across sectors including construction, food, medicine and pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and automotive.
Advanced ManufacturingEnergyNew MaterialsMoscow, RU
Telegram is a cross-platform messaging application with encrypted, self-destructing messages, multi-device sync, and large group chats.
ConsumerMedia & EntertainmentSocial
Co-investorsAcquire FiAfford.CapitalAlphabit FundAngelONE CapitalArrington CapitalAsia GreenTech Fund+48 more
VisionLabs develops computer vision solutions for face and object recognition, including liveness detection and deepfake detection, serving industries such as finance, telecommunications, transport, manufacturing, and retail.
AI & Machine LearningCybersecurityDeep TechDubai, AE
WayRay develops holographic augmented reality head-up displays that project 3D imagery onto transparent surfaces such as car windshields without eyewear, using holographic optical elements.
Deep TechHardwareMobility & Transportation
Vitaly Ponomarev(Founder)in
Co-investorsAlibaba GroupChina Merchants CapitalJapan Investment FundHCVC
Co-investorsMoscow Seed Fund
Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has GenerationS made?
- GenerationS has 19 tracked investments.
- What stage does GenerationS invest at?
- GenerationS invests at the Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Growth stages.
- What sectors does GenerationS focus on?
- GenerationS focuses on Advanced Manufacturing, AI & Machine Learning, Biotech, Cleantech, Energy, Enterprise Software, Logistics & Supply Chain.
- Where is GenerationS located?
- GenerationS is headquartered in Moscow, RU.
- Who does GenerationS co-invest with?
- GenerationS most often shares deals with Moscow Seed Fund, HCVC, Isaac Lidsky, among 6 tracked co-investors.
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