Accel

Venture Capital London, United States Est. 1983
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About

Accel is an early and growth-stage venture capital firm powering a global community of entrepreneurs. Accel backs entrepreneurs who have what it takes to build a world-class, category-defining business. Accel brings more than three decades of experience building and supporting hundreds of companies. Accel's vision for entrepreneurship and business enables it to identify and invest in the companies that will be responsible for the growth of next-generation industries. In May 2019, Accel London, the EMEA office of the firm, has completed raising a $575 million fund dedicated to investments in early-stage companies in Europe and Israel. The funds initial investments will range from $5 million to $15 million per company. The latest fund, which is Accels sixth European fund, brings Accels funds under management in Europe to about $3 billion.

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What is Accel's most recent fund dedicated to investments in Europe and Israel?
In May 2019, Accel London completed raising a $575 million fund specifically for early-stage companies in Europe and Israel. This was Accel's sixth European fund, bringing its total funds under management in Europe to approximately $3 billion.
What is Accel's typical initial investment range for companies in Europe and Israel from its 2019 fund?
From its $575 million fund raised in May 2019, Accel's initial investments typically range from $5 million to $15 million per company.
Which sectors does Accel primarily focus on for its investments?
According to startupim data, Accel shows a strong concentration in Cyber Security and Business Software, with 20 and 17 portfolio companies respectively. Other sectors include Fintech & Insurtech, Media & Entertainment Technologies, Health Tech & Life Sciences, and Retail Platforms.
Can you name some of Accel's recent lead investments in Israeli startups?
Accel led a $57 million seed and Series A round for Surf AI in March 2026, a $50 million Series A for PhaseV in May 2025, and a $70 million round for Lightrun in April 2025. Accel also led a $300 million round for Cyera in November 2024.
Which notable Israeli companies has Accel exited through acquisition or IPO?
Accel has seen exits including Melio acquired by Xero Limited for $2.5 billion in June 2025, Ermetic acquired by Tenable for $265 million in September 2023, and Demisto acquired by Palo Alto Networks for $560 million in February 2019. SentinelOne also had an IPO with a valuation of $8.9 billion in June 2021.
What was Accel's involvement in the funding of Cyera?
Accel has participated in multiple rounds for Cyera, leading a $100 million round in June 2023 and a $300 million round in November 2024. Accel also participated in a $540 million round in June 2025 and a $400 million round in December 2025.
When did Accel establish a presence in Israel?
Accel Partners opened an office in Israel in June 2016.
What was the latest fund Accel raised globally?
Accel raised $5 billion in April 2026 to back late-stage bets, and previously closed on $3 billion across three funds in June 2021.