Ystrategies Corp.

About The Fund

Ystrategies Corp., known as Burda Principal Investments (BPI), is a venture capital fund with its headquarters at Arabellastrasse 23, Munich, Germany. They specialize in equity investments and possess expertise in software, web marketplace SaaS, material science, and investment management sectors. This firm is committed to growth stage investing with an emphasis on building global category leaders. They invest to create long-term capital gains, free of the rigid limitations of holding periods and other fund structures, which enables them to support growth opportunities at various stages of development. BPI focuses on areas such as AI & Data, Fintech, Brand-led commerce (DTC), Cybersecurity, and Marketplace sectors, with a geographical reach spanning Europe, South East Asia, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Australia. Notably, they have supported companies like Aleph Alpha, Billease, Bloom & Wild, Carsome, Neotaste, Nord Security, Skillshare, and Vinted among others. BPI actively participates in doubling down investments in successful ventures and reaffirming commitments in funding rounds, demonstrating their dedication to the sustained growth of their portfolio companies. They also engage in thought leadership and industry events, fostering innovation across the sectors they invest in, and sharing insights on market trends and investment rationales. BPI deeply values environmental sustainability, innovation in materials, and supporting pioneering food-tech initiatives. They pride themselves on continued partnerships that drive entrepreneurship and innovation, such as their long-standing partnership with UnternehmerTUM and the XPRENEURS incubator program. BPI ensures active participation in their investments' ecosystem by collaborating with other industry players and participating in various media and investment events.