VC Funds Starting with K

Krypton Venture Capital is an Israeli seed-stage venture capital firm founded in 2014 by Moshe Sarfaty, based in Bnei Brak. Now operating as Krypton VC 4.0, the fund invests in tech and internet ventures at the initial revenue stage across a wide range of verticals including B2B SaaS, fintech, mobile, insurtech, fashiontech, traveltech, foodtech, marketplaces, e-commerce, gaming, video, social, adtech, and blockchain. Sarfaty holds dual degrees in Economics and International Studies from Yale University and brings years of experience in investment banking, trading, business valuation, and equity funds. Krypton leads rounds and invests $250,000 to $2.5 million per deal, with a sweet spot of $1.5 million. The fund's differentiated approach centers on the proprietary Krypton Investment Mechanism — a hands-on method focused on rapidly launching products to market without lengthy due diligence processes, instead leveraging intimate working experience and marketing expertise. The team includes Eldar, formerly a senior business analyst at Giza Singer Even, Israel's largest financial advisory firm. The fund is now on its fourth iteration, suggesting a consistent track record of deploying and returning capital across multiple cycles. Krypton's investment philosophy frames the startup world as a competitive arena where timing and execution matter more than prolonged analysis. The firm aims to give founders the tools for a decisive market entry rather than an extended development cycle. While portfolio names are not publicly tracked, the fund's longevity — spanning four fund cycles since 2014 — reflects sustained LP confidence in the approach.

KTB Network, established in 1981 as one of South Korea's pioneering venture capital firms, has grown into a key player in the global investment landscape. Initially set up as a government-backed entity to promote tech-driven growth, it has expanded its reach across various sectors, including healthcare, fintech, edtech, robotics, and more. With headquarters in Seongnam, South Korea, KTB Network also operates internationally with offices in China, the U.S., and other regions. The firm primarily invests in early and growth-stage startups, with investment tickets ranging from $5 million to $10 million. KTB's diversified portfolio includes over 250 companies, and it has been involved in numerous successful IPOs both domestically and abroad, accounting for more than 10% of all Korean IPOs. This track record reflects KTB's ability to identify and nurture high-potential ventures, providing not only capital but also strategic support to help companies scale and succeed globally. KTB Network's investment philosophy emphasizes long-term partnerships, with a focus on sustainable growth. It engages in active value creation, assisting portfolio companies through business development, market expansion, and operational improvements. By aligning interests and maintaining strong compliance and governance standards, KTB Network continues to play a significant role in driving innovation and entrepreneurial success across Asia and beyond.

KTB Ventures, now part of DAOL Financial Group following a rebranding in March 2022, was founded in 1981 as one of the first venture capital firms in Korea. The Korea and China entity operates as KTB Network (now DAOL Investment), headquartered in Seongnam, while the US entity operates as KTB Ventures (now DAOL Ventures) in Palo Alto, California. Over its 30-plus year history, more than 250 portfolio companies have IPO'd in Korea and overseas, accounting for over 10 percent of Korean IPOs — a record unmatched among domestic venture firms. The firm invests in early and growth-stage startups, primarily at Series A, B, and C stages, with investment tickets of $5 million to $10 million. KTB Network in Korea has a team of 31 with 15 partners and 54 investments, while KTB Ventures in the US has 10 team members with 6 partners and 69 tracked investments. Combined portfolio highlights include one unicorn — Toss, the Korean fintech platform, which achieved unicorn status in 2018 — 23-plus IPOs, and 33-plus acquisitions. Notable portfolio companies include Grab, 42dot, Blinkit (acquired by Zomato for $568 million in June 2022), Inphi (semiconductor, acquired by Marvell), and Com2uS (gaming). The most recent IPO was Wisenut on KRX in January 2025 at a $155 million market capitalization. Investment verticals span software, fintech, transportation, healthcare, gaming, edtech, and robotics. Under the DAOL Financial Group umbrella, the venture capital practice operates alongside private equity, asset management, investment banking, brokerage, research, and proprietary trading divisions. This integrated financial platform gives portfolio companies access to a full range of capital markets and advisory services from early growth through public listing.

KTM Ventures (operating as KTM Ventures Innovation Fund LP) is a Sydney-based venture capital firm founded in 1998, structured as an ESVCLP (Early Stage Venture Capital Limited Partnership) approved under the Australian Government Department of Industry, Innovation and Science. The fund is a tax-effective vehicle focused on pre-IPO and private expansion capital in Australia. Martin Rogers serves as Chief Investment Officer and Keith Kerridge as Director. KTM's differentiated approach targets mid-to-late stage venture and early expansion companies with a shorter two-to-four year investment horizon, backing businesses that are positioned for ASX listing. The fund invests primarily at Series A and B stages and leads rounds. The portfolio of 7 investments spans fintech, software, data analytics, food and beverage, and transportation. Notable portfolio companies include Zoom2u (an on-demand courier service that raised $8 million in an ASX IPO), Kaddy (a wholesale beverage platform acquired by Digital Wine Ventures for AUD 38.8 million in December 2021), and Escavox (a fresh food supply chain data platform backed alongside Woolworths). The most recent investment was Distributed Storage Solutions in November 2022, and the fund appears to be in harvest and monitoring mode. KTM provides hands-on support that includes strategy execution, board director introductions, and connections to commercial investors and customers. The firm's focus on ASX readiness rather than US exit paths gives it a distinctive angle for Australian founders who prefer domestic capital markets. The parent entity, KTM Capital, manages the fund.

Kube VC is a global venture capital firm based in the United Arab Emirates, known for investing in early to growth-stage startups across diverse sectors, including fintech, e-commerce, consumer tech, and Web3. The firm’s investment strategy focuses on identifying innovative companies with the potential to redefine industries, supporting them through strategic guidance and capital. Kube VC typically engages in funding rounds ranging from seed to Series B, helping startups scale by providing not only financial resources but also leveraging its extensive network of industry partners. Kube VC’s portfolio includes notable companies such as Chipper Cash, a leading African fintech unicorn, and Pipefy, a SaaS platform that streamlines workflow management. Other successful investments cover a wide range of sectors, including Teachmint in EdTech, Wombo in consumer applications, and GoSats in crypto finance. This diversity highlights Kube VC's approach to backing category-defining businesses across emerging markets in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. The firm emphasizes a hands-on approach, working closely with founders to refine their business models and expand into new markets. With a strong global footprint, Kube VC aims to support companies at the cutting edge of technology, helping them navigate challenges and scale sustainably in a competitive landscape.

Kubera Venture Capital is a Denver, Colorado-based early-stage venture capital firm founded in 2019, investing in AI, machine learning, and data science powering digital transformation. General Partners James McKee and Balaji Gopinath lead a team of five that includes Venture Partners Mark Janzen, Greg White, and Sena Zorlu. The firm focuses on the Future of Work, Digital Workforce, Supply Chain, Industry 4.0, and 5G technology themes, targeting US-based startups applying AI and ML to business processes, supply chain optimization, and enterprise digital transformation. Kubera leads rounds and invests primarily at the seed and seed-plus stages, with check sizes from $50,000 to $1 million and a sweet spot of $250,000, making exceptions at pre-seed and early Series A for high-impact opportunities in its core focus areas. The firm has made approximately 22 investments including follow-on rounds across 7-plus unique companies. Named portfolio companies include Narratize (whose funding round Kubera led alongside HearstLab), Knapsack (business and productivity software, invested October 2025), Ema (invested December 2024), Synthesis, AI Optics, and OfOne. Co-investors include Cintrifuse Capital, Keyhorse Capital, North Coast Ventures, How Women Invest, and Fireroad. No exits have been recorded to date. Kubera's investment thesis reflects a conviction that AI and ML are still in early innings for enterprise application, and that the most consequential wins will come from companies embedding intelligent automation in the workflow layers of large industries. The firm combines deep sector focus with active operational support for founders navigating the complexity of enterprise sales and corporate adoption cycles.

Kurma Partners is a prominent European venture capital firm based in Paris, specializing in healthcare and biotechnology investments. Founded in 2009, Kurma Partners has carved a niche in transforming cutting-edge scientific research into viable businesses. Their portfolio includes over 60 companies, with notable investments in Dynacure, Cardiologs, and IO Biotech. Focusing primarily on biotechnology, therapeutics, diagnostics, and health tech, Kurma Partners supports companies from early-stage seed funding to growth capital. They are particularly known for their deep collaboration with leading European research institutes, which helps them create startups based on groundbreaking scientific discoveries. This approach has resulted in the creation of more than 24 companies, many of which have become leaders in their fields. Geographically, Kurma Partners concentrates on Europe but has also made strategic investments in the United States. Their investment strategy includes both leading and participating in funding rounds, with typical investment sizes ranging from €1 million to €10 million, depending on the company's stage and needs. Kurma Partners' funds include the Kurma Biofund series and the Kurma Diagnostics funds, which emphasize innovative therapeutic and diagnostic solutions. The firm's leadership team boasts significant expertise, with key figures such as Thierry Laugel, Rémi Droller, and Sylvain Cascarino steering its strategic direction. They are actively involved in the portfolio companies, providing not just capital but also mentorship and industry connections. Kurma Partners is also committed to ESG principles, ensuring their investments align with ethical standards and contribute to sustainable development goals. For startups seeking investment, Kurma Partners recommends approaching them with a clear validation plan and leveraging their strong network of industry experts and entrepreneurs.

Kupanda Capital is a venture capital firm focused on creating, capitalizing, and scaling pan-African companies that drive lasting social and economic impact. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., Kupanda primarily invests in early-stage ventures that operate at the intersection of the private, public, and nonprofit sectors. The firm has a particular focus on industries such as media, energy, and financial technology, with notable investments in companies like Mavin Records, Fraym, and Nithio. Kupanda Capital's approach is centered around using data and human-centered design to drive impactful business growth. They are highly active in Africa, supporting initiatives that address major challenges such as access to energy and finance through innovative platforms like Nithio, which helps build financial solutions for distributed energy service companies. Through partnerships with global players like The Rise Fund and TPG Growth, Kupanda has also contributed to scaling renewable energy initiatives across the continent. The firm is co-founded by Bobby Pittman, Queen Chinyere Quinn, and Linda Oramasionwu-Leverette, all of whom bring extensive experience in impact investing and business building. Kupanda's unique blend of advisory and investment services makes it a key player in Africa's growing venture ecosystem​.

Kyosei Ventures Pte Ltd is a Singapore-based investment and holdings company founded in 2010, focused on creating, seeding, and growing companies in interactive digital media marketing, digital conversion optimization, and analytics. The name Kyosei comes from a Japanese concept meaning co-existence or symbiosis, which reflects the firm's collaborative approach with portfolio companies. Managing Partners Jackie Lee and Jereme Wong lead a team of four, targeting profitable businesses with healthy cashflows run by capable managers in growing digital markets across Southeast Asia. The firm leads rounds at pre-seed and seed stages, with check sizes in the $100,000 to $500,000 range. Kyosei has made 6 investments in digital marketing, media, and consumer sectors. Portfolio companies include Noisy Crayons, a digital-creative agency providing marketing strategy, community engagement, app development, and media planning (the most recent investment, December 2024); MixRank, a customer discovery platform for sales team lead prospecting; and The French Cellar, a wine subscription service. Two exits were recorded in 2019: The French Cellar was acquired by Wala Technology, and a social media business was acquired by clickTRUE Pte Ltd. The firm is headquartered at Genting Lane, Singapore. Kyosei takes a hands-on approach to portfolio support, providing direct access to the team's resources, facilities, and technology stack. The firm's focus on digital conversion optimization and analytics reflects a practitioner's perspective — Lee and Wong bring operational backgrounds in digital marketing and financial services, giving portfolio companies access to commercial expertise alongside investment capital.