Point Nine
Venture capitalBerlin · Pre-Seed–Series A · 15 people tracked
Also known as Point Nine GmbH Co. KG · POINT NINE MANAGEMENT II GMBH
Investment thesis
Point Nine is a thesis-driven, early-stage venture capital firm structured as a small equal partnership based in Europe. It invests globally in AI applied to the digital, physical, and biological world. Each of its four partners works closely with a focused set of 6-8 companies at any given time, providing hands-on support to accelerate founders' learning and help them reach their potential. The firm writes checks of $1-10 million per company and positions itself as a close collaborator that offers founders 'unfair shortcuts' toward realizing their ambitions.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 11, 2026.
Team · 15 people
from the firm's website & public directoriesWhat they invest in
from 106 of 168 portfolio companiesSaaS ×69AI & Machine Learning ×44Enterprise Software ×31Developer Tools ×12Data & Infrastructure ×11Marketing Tech ×10Consumer ×8Fintech ×8
HQs:United States×24Germany×12France×3United Kingdom×3Canada×2Spain×2
Investments · 168 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathBy year:2026 · 12023 · 12022 · 12021 · 12020 · 12018 · 12016 · 12015 · 18 dated
Intenseye offers AI-based computer vision software that monitors workplaces to detect safety risks and help protect workers.
AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareSaaSNew York, US
Teddie Wardi(Director)Serhat Cillidag(Executive Officer, Director)Esen Sercan(Executive Officer, Director)
Board seatRicardo Sequerra Amram· per SEC Form D
NexHealth provides software for medical and dental practices that combines patient scheduling, communications, digital forms, insurance verification, and payments in a single system synced to the patient record.
Digital HealthHealthtechSaaSBrooklyn, US
Alamin Uddin(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)
15Five provides a strategic performance management platform that helps businesses track employee engagement, performance, and retention through tools like performance reviews, goal tracking, and AI-powered manager coaching.
AI & Machine LearningHR TechSaaSSan Francisco, US
David Hassell(Executive Officer, Director)Shane Metcalf(Director)
BoardBrent Hill(Director)Matthew Cowan(Director)
Turning wild plants into the crops of the future
Algolia provides an API platform that enables developers to integrate search and discovery functionality into websites and mobile applications, serving thousands of companies across e-commerce, media, and SaaS.
Developer ToolsEnterprise SoftwareSaaSSan Francisco, US
Nicolas Dessaigne(Founder/Board Member)inJulien Lemoine(Founder/CTO)in
BoardPhilippe Botteri(Director)
Async is an AI-powered video editor that allows users to create, edit, and repurpose videos through conversational prompts rather than traditional editing interfaces.
AI & Machine LearningCreator EconomyMedia & Entertainment
Brainly provides 1:1 tutoring combining AI explanations with human expert intervention, targeting K-12 students and their parents seeking affordable academic support across all subjects.
AI & Machine LearningEdTech
Chainalysis provides investigative services and training programs for cryptocurrency compliance and risk mitigation.
AI & Machine LearningCrypto & Web3CybersecurityData & InfrastructureFintechNew York City, US
Rakib Azad(Executive Officer)Jonathan Levin(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)Michael Gronager(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)
BoardPhilippe Botteri(Director)Sarah Tavel(Director)
ChartMogul is a subscription analytics and growth platform for SaaS companies, uniting revenue analytics, forecasting, and benchmarks into a real-time view of recurring revenue.
Data & InfrastructureFintechSaaS
ClaimsForce develops AI-based software for underwriting and claims management, serving insurers, claims adjusters, and underwriters.
AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareInsurTech
Clio provides cloud-based legal practice management software and client communication tools for law firms to streamline operations and improve client service.
AI & Machine LearningCloud ComputingLegalTechSaaSVancouver, CA
Jack Newton(CEO and Founder)Rian Gauvreau(Co-founder)Julian Steinberg(Director)John Bush(Director)Sergey Konchakovskiy(Director, Chief Executive Officer)Alyssa Ferenz(Director)
CloudTalk is an AI-powered business calling and communication platform for sales and support teams to connect with customers.
AI & Machine LearningCloud ComputingSaaSSales TechNew York, US
Michael Hershfield(Executive Officer)Morley Ivers(Executive Officer, Director)George Weinberger(Director)Isaac Levy(Executive Officer)Jonathan Frankel(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)Martin Malych(Co-founder)
Container xChange is a B2B marketplace for buying and selling shipping containers in North America, offering transparent pricing, guaranteed availability, and online or broker-assisted transactions.
B2B MarketplacesLogistics & Supply Chain
Couchsurfing operates a mobile app and platform connecting travelers with local hosts who offer accommodation, along with city pages, local events, and member references.
MarketplacesSocialTravel & Hospitality
Cryptio provides cryptocurrency transaction tracking and analytics across multiple blockchains.
Crypto & Web3Data & InfrastructureBrooklyn, US
Antoine Scalia(Executive Officer, Director)
BoardBartosz Jacubowski(Director)Louis Coppey(Director)
Factorial is an AI-powered business management platform that automates and centralizes administrative HR and people management tasks for companies.
AI & Machine LearningHR TechSaaSBarcelona, ES
Findable provides an AI-powered search and document management platform that makes building documentation searchable, structured, and audit-ready for property owners and facilities managers.
AI & Machine LearningPropTechSaaS
Front is a collaborative inbox and customer support platform designed for sales and support teams to manage communication across multiple channels, coordinate internally, and handle complex customer interactions with AI assistance.
AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareSaaSSales TechSan Francisco, US
Geckoboard is KPI dashboard software that turns live data from business tools into clear dashboards displayed on TVs, Slack, Microsoft Teams, email, mobile, and in the browser.
Data & InfrastructureEnterprise SoftwareSaaS
Gladly is a customer service platform that combines AI and human support to deliver personalized, efficient customer experiences at scale.
AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareSaaSSales Tech
Joseph Ansanelli(Cofounder and Executive Chairman)Charlie Besecker(CEO)
GoSpotCheck provides mobile workforce management and field operations software for mobile workers and teams.
AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareFintechRetail TechSaaSDenver, US
Samantha Holloway(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)Joseph Alfano(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)Matthew Talbot(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)
Exits · 2
IPOs and acquisitions across the tracked portfolioPortfolio news
latest coverage across their companiesLoom · africaainews.com · Jul 17, 2026
Super Annotate · tipranks.com · Jul 17, 2026
June · tipranks.com · Jul 17, 2026
Figures · insidermedia.com · Jul 16, 2026
Soda · healthscaping.substack.com · Jul 15, 2026
Attio · siliconangle.com · Jul 8, 2026
Preply · techcrunch.com · Jul 5, 2026
Clio · whalesbook.com · Jul 1, 2026
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Point Nine invest at?
- Point Nine invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A stages.
- What is Point Nine's typical check size?
- Point Nine typically writes checks of $1M – $10M.
- What sectors does Point Nine focus on?
- Point Nine focuses on AI & Machine Learning, B2B Marketplaces, Consumer, Data & Infrastructure, EdTech, Enterprise Software, Fintech, Marketplaces, Media & Entertainment, Retail Tech, SaaS.
- Where is Point Nine located?
- Point Nine is headquartered in Berlin, DE.
- Does Point Nine lead rounds?
- Point Nine typically participates in rounds rather than leading them.
Media · Podcasts & interviews
featuring the teamWhat it Takes to Raise Capital with Christoph Janz of Point Nine
SaaStr · Christoph Janz
"The 2023 SaaS Funding Napkin" with Christoph Janz GP Point Nine Capital | SaaStr Annual
SaaStr · Christoph Janz
Raising Seed Capital with Christoph Janz, Co-Founder & Partner, Point Nine
SaaStock · Christoph Janz
Runway Series Originals - Louis Coppey, VC Partner chez Point Nine
UPCOMINGVC® · Louis Coppey
Q+A and AMA with Point Nine Capital Managing Partner Christoph Janz and SaaStr CEO Jason Lemkin
SaaStr · Christoph Janz
Fundraising During a Pandemic with Point Nine Capital Managing Partner Christoph Janz
SaaStr · Christoph Janz
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