Maki.vc Launches €100M Third Fund to Accelerate Nordic Startup Ecosystem

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Pioneering Investment in Nordic Innovation

Helsinki-based venture capital firm Maki.vc has unveiled its third fund, a €100 million commitment dedicated to pre-seed and seed-stage startups across the Nordics and Northern Europe.

Fund Highlights

  • Total Fund Size: €100 million
  • Investment Focus: Pre-seed and seed-stage startups
  • Geographic Scope: Nordics and Northern Europe
  • Classification: Article 8 fund with environmental and social objectives

Groundbreaking Portfolio Investments

Inaugural Investments Showcase Cutting-Edge Innovation

  1. Distance Technologies
    • World’s first glasses-free mixed-reality solution
    • Founded by ex-Varjo founders
  2. QMill
    • Quantum computing algorithms for industrial applications
    • Led by Nokia Technologies’ former CTO and quantum research experts
  3. Ever Cars
    • Online marketplace for electric vehicle transactions
    • Founders from Stanford, Uber, Morgan Stanley, and BCG

“The Nordics represent one of the most significant startup funding regions in Europe, and we believe that investment opportunities here are greater than ever.” – Pauliina Martikainen-Rahnu, Maki.vc Partner

Maki VC team
Maki.vc team

Robust Backing and Expertise

Limited Partners: A Who’s Who of Tech Innovation

Backed by founders from:

  • Skype
  • Wise
  • RELEX Solutions
  • WithSecure
  • Aiven
  • Supercell

Strategic Support Network

  • Global advisor network
  • Expertise in:
    • Early-stage recruiting
    • Branding
    • Follow-on funding
    • Scaling strategies

Proven Track Record of Success

Notable Portfolio Achievements

  • Spinnova: Sustainable textile producer (IPO in 2021)
  • Ultimate: Acquired by Zendesk
  • Revela: Biotech startup exit
  • IQM: Leading European quantum tech company
  • Onego Bio: Animal-free egg whites producer
  • Strise: AI-driven AML platform
  • Enfuce: Cloud-based payment solutions
  • CardioSignal: Innovative health tech startup

Investment Strategy

  • Initial investments: €300,000 to €3 million
  • Selective follow-on investments
  • Focus on deep tech and brand-driven startups
  • Commitment to environmental and social objectives

The Nordic Advantage

Maki.vc leverages the unique Nordic startup ecosystem, characterized by:

  • Cutting-edge R&D
  • Strong industry collaborations
  • Deep tech expertise
  • Proven entrepreneurial success

Methodology: Based on Maki.vc’s official fund launch information and portfolio analysis.