Curiosity VC

What is Curiosity VC?

Curiosity VC is a venture capital firm that specializes in nurturing early-stage startups in the field of software and technology. They focus on supporting Nordic, Baltic, and Benelux founders who are developing responsible AI software companies intended to globally serve rather than disrupt industries.

They firmly believe in investing in businesses that show a positive customer response following the launch of their first product.

With an expertise in AI, machine learning, and data analytics, Curiosity VC aims to drive value for both businesses and society at large. Their investment range typically falls between $500,000 and $1,000,000, with a sweet spot around $750,000 for each investment. Curiosity VC is selective about the domains they invest in, which include Software (Web Marketplace SaaS), PropTech, Business Solutions, Sales & Marketing, AI & Big Data, Web Security & Privacy, Analytics, Human Resources, Real Estate & Construction, and Woman Focused ventures.

However, they explicitly choose not to invest in HealthTech or AgriTech sectors. Their portfolio reflects their commitment to sustainable living, trusted society, the future of work, and the future of commerce, aligning companies with European values and rejecting those that could harm societal interests.

Curiosity VC's approach is encapsulated by their involvement with portfolio companies, offering not just capital but also strategic guidance, networking opportunities, and hands-on support.

Founders of portfolio companies such as Naq Cyber, Nimbles, Maxwell.ai, Polarsteps, and NEO Finance have attested to the instrumental role Curiosity VC has played in their growth through strategic support, network expansion, and problem-solving, characterizing the firm's team as engaged, helpful, and rich in valuable business knowledge.

Curiosity VC stands out for focusing on startups that have international ambition and the potential for technology to contribute positively to everyday life.

They invest across four overarching themes: Sustainable Living, Trusted Society, Future of Work, and Future of Commerce, reflecting their commitment to fostering innovation in the most conducive tech hubs in Europe.

What they say:

Curiosity is a community-driven venture capital firm based in Amsterdam. We support European founders in building responsible AI software companies that serve the world, not eat it.

What we look for: We invest in B2B software with a focus on applications of AI in Fintech, Proptech, Legaltech, Enterprise Software, MarketingTech, Cyber Security, Energy and ClimateTech.

How we help: We offer support for product development, sales/GTM, recruiting, strategic & financial management and follow-on funding, through our extensive operator & investor experience and network, our expert advisor group and our engaged community of AI portfolio founders, who all become co-owners in our fund.