Dolby Ventures

A venture capital firm established by the Dolby family, dedicated to fostering innovative enterprises.

Venture Capital Active San Francisco, United States Est. 2014
Last updated 2026-07-20
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About

Dolby Family Ventures is a venture capital firm based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2014. The firm invests in early-stage technology companies, particularly in digital media, biotechnology, neuroscience, life sciences, information technology software, security, connected devices, digital deep tech, aerospace, and climate tech sectors. They take a long-term, collaborative approach, prioritizing early-stage investments (pre-seed, seed, and Series A) and often making follow-on investments. The firm aims for both societal and financial impact, focusing on solving complex science and engineering challenges, including intractable diseases like Alzheimer's.

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Investment activity

1 portfolio exit on record.

Portfolio by sector

Health Tech & Life Sciences2

Q&A

What is Dolby Ventures' primary sector focus for investments?
Dolby Ventures primarily focuses on the Health Tech & Life Sciences sector, with all two of its portfolio companies and its single exit falling within this area.
Can you name a notable exit for Dolby Ventures?
In August 2021, Dolby Ventures exited Zebra Medical Vision through an acquisition by Nanox Vision for $200M. Zebra Medical Vision developed AI-based medical imaging solutions.
What is one of Dolby Ventures' recent portfolio companies?
One of Dolby Ventures' recent portfolio companies is Bionaut Labs, which focuses on precision-targeted medicine modality for CNS disorders. Dolby Ventures participated in their Series B round.
What is the most recent investment activity by Dolby Ventures?
Dolby Ventures' most recent investment activity occurred in November 2022, marking a new portfolio company addition.
What funding stages does Dolby Ventures typically participate in?
Dolby Ventures has participated in both Series B and Series C funding rounds, with one investment in each stage.
When was Dolby Ventures' earliest recorded investment?
Dolby Ventures' earliest recorded investment activity was in June 2018.
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Founded2014