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IDEO CoLab Ventures
Cambridge, United States
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About
IDEO CoLab Ventures, founded in 2015 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is an early-stage venture capital firm that invests in innovative technologies. The firm focuses on sectors such as decentralized systems, crypto companies, internet infrastructure, future of work, and web3 technologies. As an offshoot of IDEO, a global design company, IDEO CoLab Ventures integrates design thinking into its investment strategy, supporting founders in creating products and protocols that people love. Their portfolio includes notable companies like AAVE, NEAR, Open Zeppelin, and Gitcoin, reflecting their commitment to rearchitecting the internet and developing open financial systems. The firm also emphasizes the future of work and play, investing in platforms and networks that connect and coordinate humans effectively. IDEO CoLab Ventures offers more than just capital; they provide embedded design support to help startups achieve product-market fit faster. This unique approach leverages IDEO's 40 years of design experience, aiming to create a more open, equitable, and participative internet. The team is made up of seasoned investors and designers dedicated to fostering a collaborative and creative future.
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$898.7k
Historical average check
$15M
Historical max check
March 2024
Last investment date
55
Investments
Software & Apps
Web 3.0
Fintech & Financial services
Data & Analytics
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