Draper Nexus

Draper Nexus, now known as DNX Ventures, is an early-stage venture capital firm investing in B2B startups in the US and Japan.

Venture Capital Active San Mateo, United States Est. 2011
Last updated 2026-07-20
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About

Draper Nexus, which rebranded to DNX Ventures in 2019, is a venture capital firm established in 2011. It focuses on early-stage B2B startups, particularly in Seed and Series A funding rounds. The firm has offices in Tokyo, Japan, and Silicon Valley, USA, with a mission to connect these two innovative markets. DNX Ventures invests in sectors such as SaaS/cloud, cybersecurity, deep tech, sustainability, hardware, retail, and finance. It is an active member of the Draper Venture Network and aims to facilitate partnerships between early-stage startups and global corporations.

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Cyber Security1

Q&A

What is Draper Nexus's primary sector focus for investments?
Draper Nexus has shown a focus on the Cyber Security sector, with one recorded investment in this area.
Can you name a notable portfolio company for Draper Nexus?
SafeBreach is a notable portfolio company for Draper Nexus, operating in the Breach and Attack Simulation space.
What stage of funding does Draper Nexus typically participate in?
Draper Nexus has participated in a B Round, as seen with their investment in SafeBreach.
When was Draper Nexus's most recent recorded investment activity?
Draper Nexus's most recent recorded investment activity was in May 2018.
What is the typical investment range for Draper Nexus?
Draper Nexus's investment range is stated as $15M - $15M.
What is the total amount raised by SafeBreach, a Draper Nexus portfolio company?
SafeBreach, a portfolio company of Draper Nexus, has raised $106.5M.
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Founded2011