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Metropolis VC

Venture capital

San Francisco · Seed–Series A · 1 people tracked

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Investment thesis

Metropolis Ventures is a global early-stage fund backing technology and digital-first companies. Its portfolio spans cross-reality and XR presence, brain-decoding technology, educational games, workforce and construction technology, e-commerce and commerce infrastructure, AI-driven talent matching, and consumer brands. The team draws on experience from leading technology companies, venture funds, and startups, and supports founders building products that emphasize human experience and emotional connection.

Source: firm website, verified Sep 27, 2026.

Stage
Seed–Series A
HQ
San Francisco, CA, US
Instruments
Equity
Founded
2018
Tracked investments
16
Acquisitions
2

Team · 1 people

from public directories
Andrew Zubrilin· Partner

What they invest in

from 11 of 16 portfolio companies

AI & Machine Learning ×5SaaS ×5Deep Tech ×4Consumer ×3EdTech ×2Hardware ×2Healthtech ×2HR Tech ×2

HQs:United States×2United Kingdom×1

Investments · 16 tracked

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Arctoparctop.comin

Arctop develops technology that decodes brain signals, intended to work through wearable devices.

AI & Machine LearningDeep TechHardware

Eitan Kay(Founder)in

PartnerAndrew Zubrilin· solo GP

Co-investorsIn-Q-TelSupermoon CapitalThe MBA FundFifth

Arctoparctop.co

Arctop develops brain-computer interface software that decodes neural signals in real time, intended to be integrated into wearable devices.

AI & Machine LearningDeep TechHealthtech

Basepawsbasepaws.comin

Basepaws offers a DNA testing service for cats that analyzes genetic breed similarity and provides breed breakdown reports for mixed-breed and domestic cats.

BiotechConsumerDirect to ConsumerHealthtechWellness & Fitness

Co-investorsBand of AngelsChloe CapitalIrishAngelsLongeVCPasadena AngelsGingerbread Capital+1 more

Emergeemerge.io

Emerge is building a multi-sensory communication platform that uses a tabletop device generating an ultrasonic forcefield to let users feel on-screen content in their bare hands without controllers or gloves.

ConsumerDeep TechHardwareMedia & EntertainmentLos Angeles, US

Isaac Castro García(Founder)inSly Spencer Lee(Co-Founder, Co-CEO)Isaac Castro(Co-Founder, Co-CEO)in

PartnerAndrew Zubrilin· solo GP

Co-investorsAlumni VenturesAutochrome VenturesBeresford VenturesFuel Venture CapitalGolden VenturesMoonshots Capital+9 more

Harriharri.comin𝕏

Harri provides a frontline employee experience platform designed for restaurants, hotels, and service businesses to improve operational efficiency and employee engagement.

AI & Machine LearningHR Tech

Luke Fryer(Founder)inJack Gordon(Executive Officer)in

Co-investorsADP VenturesDopamine VenturesFirestartrGolub GrowthGurtin VenturesKarlani Capital+1 more

Myquestmyquest.coin𝕏

myQuest builds learning and skill-development solutions designed to create behavioral change and lasting impact through engaging, interactive technologies.

AI & Machine LearningEdTechHR TechSaaS

Co-investorsEntrée Capital

Primitiveprimitive.io

Primitive builds an Immersive Development Environment that analyzes source code and displays it as interactive 3D structures for collaborative work in virtual reality.

Deep TechDeveloper ToolsSaaS

STACKTstackt.co.uk

Stackt provides technology-enabled moving and storage services using algorithmic pricing and accurate quoting to customers seeking transparent residential or commercial relocation solutions.

ConsumerLogistics & Supply ChainSaaSLondon, GB

Co-investorsMount VC

STELLARESstellares.ai

Provides a free AI-powered essay writing tool that generates outlines and drafts, with an option to send AI-generated drafts to EssayService editors for human polishing and revisions.

AI & Machine LearningEdTech

TinyTaptinytap.itacquired by Animoca Brands

A library of educational games handmade by educators worldwide; acquired by Animoca Brands.

PartnerAndrew Zubrilin· solo GP

Co-investorsAlephInimitiLiberty City VenturesPolygonSequoia CapitalShima Capital

TraceAirtraceair.netin𝕏Jan 2021 · $3.5M

TraceAir provides a drone-based site monitoring and intelligence platform for land acquisition, development, and construction teams, offering topography surveys, cut/fill and stockpile detection, drainage reports, 360° site documentation, and time-stamped historical records.

Construction TechPropTechSaaS

Dmitry KorolevinMaria Khokhlova(Founder)in

PartnerAndrew Zubrilin· solo GP

Co-investors500 GlobalPeakSpan Capital PartnersProspective TechnologiesBuran Venture CapitalFlashpoint Venture CapitalGEM Capital+2 more

WETHOSwethos.co

Wethos is an all-in-one software platform that helps freelancers and small creative studios manage their businesses through tools for pricing, proposal creation, invoicing, and payments.

Creator EconomyFuture of WorkSaaS

Summer Lambert(Founder)Rachel Renock(Founder)in

Co-investors27V (Twenty Seven Ventures)Backbone AngelsClocktower VenturesDeepwater Asset ManagementFlybridge Capital PartnersGFT Ventures+14 more

Other

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

KlicklyMmuzeParty DashUnbotify

Exits · 2

2 acquisitions

TinyTapacq. by Animoca BrandsUnbotifyacq. by Adjust

Portfolio news

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Frequently asked questions

How many investments has Metropolis VC made?
Metropolis VC has 16 tracked investments, 2 of which have exited.
What stage does Metropolis VC invest at?
Metropolis VC invests at the Seed, Series A stages.
What sectors does Metropolis VC focus on?
Metropolis VC focuses on AI & Machine Learning, Construction Tech, Consumer, Crypto & Web3, Deep Tech, E-commerce, EdTech, Future of Work.
Where is Metropolis VC located?
Metropolis VC is headquartered in San Francisco, US.
Who does Metropolis VC co-invest with?
Metropolis VC most often shares deals with Autochrome Ventures, Gaingels, Flybridge Capital Partners, among 51 tracked co-investors.

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