Awz Ventures

Awz Ventures is a Canadian-based global VC firm focused on innovative Israeli, multi-use, AI-powered, deep-tech, cyber security, and intelligence technologies.

Venture Capital Active Toronto, Canada Est. 2016
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Last updated 2026-07-20
Portfolio
1
in our dataset
Rounds participated
1
Rounds led
0
Rounds' value
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total disclosed, rounds participated
Stages
A Round, C Round, B Round, Seed, D Round, E Round

About

Founded in 2016, Awz Ventures is a venture capital firm that invests in early-stage Israeli companies developing security and intelligence technologies with both commercial and defensive applications. The firm manages over $500 million across multiple funds and has offices in Canada, Israel, and the US. Awz Ventures leverages its strong ties to the Israeli security and intelligence ecosystem, with its team including former senior executives from global security and intelligence agencies. The firm actively supports its portfolio companies through their journey to commercial success and liquidity opportunities.

Portfolio · 1

VALIRE SOFTWARE
Cognitive Computing for Internal Fraud Detection
1 round Latest: 2019-02

Investment activity

1 portfolio exit on record.

Portfolio by sector

Cyber Security15
Industrial Technologies4
Business Software4
Health Tech & Life Sciences3
Aerospace, Defense & HLS3
Automotive & Mobility Technologies2

Funds · 1

  • 4 — $75M Aug 2021

Q&A

What is Awz Ventures' primary investment focus?
Awz Ventures primarily invests in cybersecurity, intelligence, and physical security AI-based technologies from Israel.
How much capital does Awz Ventures manage across its funds?
Awz Ventures manages US $250 million across its four venture capital funds.
What stages of companies does Awz Ventures typically invest in?
Awz Ventures invests in companies from seed through growth-stage, including Seed, A Round, B Round, C Round, D Round, and E Round.
Can you name some of Awz Ventures' recent portfolio companies?
Awz Ventures' recent portfolio companies include Promise Bio, which raised $9M in Seed funding in 2023, and Stardust, which raised $75M in Series A funding in 2023.
Which sectors does Awz Ventures show a strong concentration in?
Awz Ventures shows a strong concentration in Cyber Security with 15 portfolio companies, and Industrial Technologies with 4 portfolio companies.
Has Awz Ventures had any notable exits?
Yes, Awz Ventures had an exit in April 2021 with the acquisition of DeepCube by Nano Dimension for $70 million.
Who are the founders of Awz Ventures?
The founders of Awz Ventures are Edward Sonshine, who serves as Founder, Partner & Chairman of the Board, and Yaron Ashkenazi, who is a Founder & Managing Partner.
What is the typical check size for Awz Ventures' investments?
Awz Ventures' investment range is between $300K and $74M.
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