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INCE Capital

Venture capitalActively deploying

Shanghai · Seed–Late Stage · 9 people tracked

Also known as INCE Capital Partners

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Investment thesis

INCE Capital is a globally focused venture capital firm targeting companies from early through expansion stages. It backs businesses driving innovation across artificial intelligence, broader technology, consumer, and biotech sectors, supporting them as they scale.

Source: firm website, verified Sep 15, 2026.

Stage
Seed–Late Stage
HQ
Shanghai, CN
Leads rounds
Follows
Instruments
Equity
Founded
2019
Last 12 months
2 investments
AUM
$1B
VC funds
3
Tracked investments
36
Unicorns
1
IPOs
1
Acquisitions
1

Team · 9 people

from the firm's website & curated & public directories

What they invest in

from 26 of 36 portfolio companies

AI & Machine Learning ×12Consumer ×6Crypto & Web3 ×6Data & Infrastructure ×5Healthtech ×5Biotech ×4Digital Health ×3SaaS ×3

HQs:China×6United States×5United Arab Emirates×1Canada×1Japan×1Singapore×1

Who they back

founder profiles across 13 portfolio companies
62%
solo founders
8 of 13 mapped founding teams
31%
repeat founders
of 13 founders with career history

Founding team size:solo founder×82 founders×43 founders×1

Where their founders studiedfrom 12 founders with education data

Zhejiang University ×3Peking University ×2

Where their founders worked beforefrom 13 founders with career history

ByteDance ×2Instacart ×2Johnson & Johnson ×2

Investments · 36 tracked

founders shown can be your intro path

By year:2026 · 22025 · 12024 · 12023 · 22022 · 12020 · 18 dated

Bambusa Therapeuticsbambusatx.comin✓ verified

Bambusa Therapeutics develops bispecific antibodies for immunological and inflammatory (I&I) disorders, using antibody engineering to target multiple I&I indications.

BiotechHealthtechMedical DevicesAustin, US

Shanshan Xu(Founder & Chief Executive Officer)inHelmut Jeggle(Co-Founder)inThang Ho(Chief Development Officer)inCrystal MacKay(Chief Operating Officer)in

Co-investorsRA CapitalBiotechnology Value FundJanus Henderson InvestorsREDMILESalvia

UXLINKuxlink.ioin𝕏May 2024✓ verified

UXLINK is a Web3 social platform and infrastructure that connects users and projects through account abstraction and cross-chain functionality.

Crypto & Web3Developer ToolsSocialTokyo, JP

Co-investorsHashkey CapitalHongShan Capital GroupKuCoin LabsManifoldManifold VenturesOKX Ventures+2 more

Allorion Therapeuticsalloriontx.comin𝕏Mar 2023 · $50M

Allorion Therapeutics is a biotech company developing next-generation targeted small-molecule drugs for human diseases, using data-driven discovery platforms and partnerships with pharmaceutical companies for commercialization.

BiotechHealthtech

Fang Li(Founder)in

Co-investorsQiming Venture Partners

Atematem.earth

Atem operates the Carbon Cockpit, a free platform that scores and compares over 6,000 carbon credit projects on trust, value, and portfolio fit so companies can buy and retire credits without overpaying.

CleantechClimate TechSaaS

Christoph Lange

Co-investorsSignature VenturesAtlas CapitalForesight VenturesGSR VenturesMirana VenturesZonff Partners

Avenzoavenzotx.comin

Avenzo Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing therapeutic treatments.

Biotech

Athena Countouriotis(Co-Founder, Chief Executive Officer)

Co-investorsDelos CapitalForesite CapitalLongwood FundNew Enterprise Associates (NEA)OrbiMedQuan Capital+3 more

Bitquerybitquery.ioin𝕏

Bitquery provides blockchain data analytics products, including cross-chain analytics, DEX trading insights, and DeFi protocol APIs for businesses building on blockchain infrastructure.

AI & Machine LearningCrypto & Web3Data & InfrastructureDeveloper Tools

Co-investorsBR CapitalDigital Finance GroupLBANK LabsMulana CapitalBinance LabsDHVC

Bubblemapsbubblemaps.io𝕏

Bubblemaps builds visual analytics tools that map token distributions and ownership on-chain, and provides on-chain investigation ("sleuthing") services.

AI & Machine LearningCrypto & Web3Data & Infrastructure

Nicolas Vaiman(Founder)in

Co-investorsFlowdeskLBANK Labsv3ntures

ClassIn (Empower Education Online)classin.comin𝕏

ClassIn builds hybrid learning platforms that combine software and hardware for interactive online and in-person classes.

AI & Machine LearningEdTechSaaS

Sara Gu(Founder)in

Co-investorsCoatue Management

cybercyber.co

Cyber is an Ethereum Layer 2 network that brings social primitives onchain and pairs them with an AI suite for crypto intelligence.

AI & Machine LearningCrypto & Web3Data & InfrastructurePalo Alto, US

Zhimao Liu(Founder)

Co-investorsDraper DragonIOSG VenturesLattice CapitalMulticoin CapitalSpice CapitalHashed

Delonixdelonix.group

Delonix Group operates multiple hotel and experiential consumption brands across Asia-Pacific, leveraging AI and digital technology to drive member growth and innovation in hospitality.

ConsumerShenzhen, CN

郑南雁

Co-investorsBoehringer Ingelheim Venture FundIDG CapitalZhenFund

Dyna Roboticsdyna.coin𝕏

Dyna develops general-purpose robots powered by foundation models that adapt across environments and learn new skills rapidly, with deployment across a fleet that continuously improves.

AI & Machine LearningDeep TechRobotics

Lindon Gao(Founder)inJason Ma(Founder)inYork Yang(Founder)in

Co-investorsBig Brain HoldingsCRV (Charles River Ventures)HCVCLG Technology VenturesSamsung NextSancus Ventures+4 more

FeiLiu Techflkj.ai

Feiliu Tech operates a platform connecting clothing brands with garment factories, offering intelligent matching between orders and manufacturers, rapid-response and satellite factory setups, and inventory optimization through demand forecasting.

Advanced ManufacturingAI & Machine LearningB2B Marketplaces

Imileimile.com

Dubai, AE

Rita Huang(Founder)Jin Wuin

Co-investorsQiming Venture Partners

InfStonesinfstones.comin𝕏Feb 2022 · $33M

InfStones provides blockchain infrastructure and node management solutions for Web3 applications, enabling developers to build, scale, and maintain decentralized applications.

Cloud ComputingCrypto & Web3Data & Infrastructure

Dr. Zhenwu Shi(Founder)Sili Zhao(Global Director of Business)in

Co-investorsNotable CapitalSoftBank GroupDragonflyMetastableQiming Venture PartnersSoftBank Vision Fund+4 more

Laylalayla.aiinMar 2026

Layla.ai is an AI-powered travel agent that builds personalized, day-by-day itineraries via a conversational chat, comparing flights, hotels, car rentals and activities in real time and letting users book through partners like Booking.com and Skyscanner.

AI & Machine LearningConsumerTravel & Hospitality

Co-investorsfirstminute capitalBaidu CapitalM13

Laylalayla.careinMar 2026

Layla is a mental health platform that matches Canadians with registered therapists based on their needs and preferences, drawing on a vetted community of over 500 clinicians.

Digital HealthMarketplacesMental Health

Co-investorsCanadian Business Growth FundBaidu Capitalfirstminute capitalM13

Lovartlovart.aiin𝕏

Lovart is an AI design tool that helps create product pages and marketing assets for brands.

AI & Machine LearningSaaSSingapore, SG

Melvin Chen(Founder)inElena Leung(Founder)

Co-investorsGranite Asia

LunarCrushlunarcrush.comin𝕏Jul 2023 · $5M

LunarCrush analyzes millions of social media posts in real time across networks like X, Reddit, YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and news to produce sentiment and influence metrics for crypto assets, stocks, brands, and people.

AI & Machine LearningCrypto & Web3Data & InfrastructureFintechCosta Mesa, US

Joe Vezzani(Founder)in

Co-investorsDraper AssociatesLBANK LabsManutara VenturesTechstarsTRGCWWVentures+5 more

Lynksoul (Hakko AI)hakko.ai𝕏

Hakko builds AI companions designed for gaming and daily life, aiming to interact with users, form memories, and build ongoing relationships.

AI & Machine LearningConsumerGaming

Musicallyvideosmusicallyvideos.cominAcquired

A blog publishing tips, tutorials, news, and song recommendations related to the Musical.ly (musically) short-video app, aimed at fans and creators of the platform.

Media & EntertainmentSocialSanta Monica, US

Alex Zhu(Co-Founder & Co-CEO)inLuyu Yang(Co-Founder)Alex Hofmann(President, musical.ly / CEO (per Crunchbase listing))in

BoardJosh Elman(Board Observer)inHans Tung(Board Member)Jianping Gan(Board Member)

Co-investorsGoodwater CapitalGreylock PartnersQiming Venture Partners

MyShellmyshell.aiin𝕏

MyShell is an AI platform for creating images, portraits, filters, and short videos, including a product called MyShell Art with a graphical interface aimed at casual users and digital creators.

AI & Machine LearningConsumerCreator Economy

Co-investorsBankless VenturesChronos VenturesD1 VenturesHyperithmInception Capital (ex OP Crypto)Maven 11+3 more

Pebblepebblelife.comin𝕏

Pebble designs all-electric recreational vehicles that combine smart home technology, robotics, AI, and sustainable energy for on-the-road and off-grid living.

CleantechHardwareMobility & TransportationFremont, US

Bingrui Yang(Founder)in

Petkitpetkit.com

PETKIT builds smart home devices for cat owners, including automatic feeders, water fountains, and self-cleaning litter boxes with AI cameras and app-based health tracking.

ConsumerHardwareIoT

Michael LI(Founder)in

Co-investorsGranite AsiaPreAngel FundQiming Venture Partners

PhiGent Roboticsphigent.ai

Next-generation autonomous driving system provider centered on 3D visual understanding with cost-effective stereo vision.

Co-investorsXiang He CapitalGSR Ventures

Ronovo Surgicalronovosurgical.cominSep 2025 · $67M

Ronovo Surgical develops the Carina surgical robotics platform, including a vision system and instruments, for use by surgeons and hospitals.

HealthtechMedical DevicesRoboticsShanghai, CN

John Ma(Founder)inYing Mao(Founder)in

Co-investorsGranite AsiaVivo CapitalJJDCLilly Asia Ventures

WEFLYin

INCE Capital is a venture capital firm that invests in early to expansion-stage companies in AI, technology, consumer, and biotech sectors.

AI & Machine LearningBiotech

YuanXin Tech (MiaoShou Doctor)miaoshou.com

An online pharmacy marketplace selling over-the-counter medications and health products to consumers in China.

ConsumerDigital HealthDirect to ConsumerE-commerceHealthtech

Co-investorsQiming Venture Partners

Yuanxin Technologyyuanxinjituan.comJun 2020

A Chinese healthcare technology company that operates an integrated ecosystem for patient care, including online consultation services, hospital management platforms, pharmaceutical services, and insurance solutions.

Digital HealthHealthtechInsurTech

Co-investorsB Capital GroupB4 CapitalQiming Venture Partners

Other

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

Black UniqueEarendil LabsGreat RoboticsKK GroupShine LabTopCity (ToyCity)Vbot

Exits · 2

1 IPOs · 1 acquisitions · showing 1

WeiboNASDAQ: WB

Portfolio news

latest coverage across their companies

Frequently asked questions

How many investments has INCE Capital made?
INCE Capital has 36 tracked investments, 2 of which have exited, including 3 dated in the last 24 months.
What stage does INCE Capital invest at?
INCE Capital invests at the Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Growth, Late Stage stages.
What sectors does INCE Capital focus on?
INCE Capital focuses on AI & Machine Learning, Biotech, Consumer, Crypto & Web3, EdTech, Enterprise Software, Hardware, Media & Entertainment, Retail Tech, SaaS, Semiconductors.
Where is INCE Capital located?
INCE Capital is headquartered in Shanghai, CN.
Does INCE Capital lead rounds?
INCE Capital typically participates in rounds rather than leading them.
Who does INCE Capital co-invest with?
INCE Capital most often shares deals with Qiming Venture Partners, Granite Asia, CRV (Charles River Ventures), among 41 tracked co-investors.

Media · Podcasts & interviews

featuring the team

JP Gan, '99, founding partner, INCE Capital - Distinguished Speaker Series

The University of Chicago Booth School of Business · JP Gan

Watch Online Companies Benefit From Shelter-In-Place, Says JP Gan of INCE Capital - Bloomberg

JP Gan · bloomberg.com

Co-investors · 6

Qiming Venture Partners

Qiming Venture Partners is a Shanghai-based venture capital firm that invests in growth-stage technology, communications, media, and healthcare companies operating in China, with support from its U.S. partner Ignition Partners. The firm's investment approach combines local market knowledge with global resources and executive relationships.

$5M – $134M
Greylock Partners

Greylock Partners is an early-stage venture capital firm that partners with founders building companies from inception. Its partners make only one or two new investments per year to focus deeply on each partnership.

Both backed · 1
$100K – $200M
Notable Capital

Notable Capital is a venture capital firm that has partnered with founders for over two decades, backing companies from the earliest stages through to exit.

Both backed · 1
$5M – $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.

Both backed · 1
$5M – $50M
Tiger Global Management

Tiger Global Management operates public equity strategies (long/short, long-focused and crossover) and a private equity business investing in early- through late-stage growth companies across new and existing industries.

$1M – $100M
Morningside Venture Capital Limited

5Y Capital positions itself as entrepreneurs who happen to run a venture firm, focusing on finding founders with "crazy" visions that contradict market consensus when others dismiss them as unrealistic. The firm has built a track record of early bets on Chinese tech leaders like Kuaishou, Xiaomi, and SenseTime, while deliberately expanding into new domains like AI infrastructure and biotech despite having no prior experience in those sectors.

$5M – $400M

Firms observed investing alongside INCE Capital, from public investor directories. Shared companies are the overlap with INCE Capital's recorded portfolio.

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