Fusion VC

VC & accelerator for Israeli start-ups in the US. We empower great entrepreneurs to build their dream companies. We work with early-stage founders in the trenches, providing the first institutional capital and a support system to scale their company in the US.

Incubator Active Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel Est. 2017
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Last updated 2026-07-20
Portfolio
18
in our dataset
Rounds participated
23
Rounds led
14
Rounds' value
$140.7M
total disclosed, rounds participated
Stages
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About

Fusion VC is a venture capital firm and accelerator dedicated to empowering Israeli startups in the United States. It was founded in 2017 by Guy Katsovich and Yair Vardi, who connected during their military service in Unit 8200. Fusion VC invests in pre-seed Israeli startups, providing initial capital (currently $150,000) and a comprehensive support system to help them scale in the US. The firm runs an intensive accelerator program that includes a bootcamp in Tel Aviv and a roadshow in Silicon Valley, New York, and Los Angeles. Fusion VC is backed by Insight Partners and over 70 serial founders and investors. As of mid-2024, Fusion VC has invested in more than 140 startups, with a combined valuation of over $3 billion and over $650 million raised from leading global investors. The firm aims to make 60-80 new investments by 2026.

Portfolio · 18

Skapion
Skapion is an Israeli-American defense tech company developing a mobile, end-to-end counter-swarm defense system for large-scale drone attacks.
Led ★ 1 round $36.0M committed Latest: 2026-07
AirPower Ltd.
Developing novel technology to convert atmospheric air heat into clean and cheap electricity.
1 round $36.0M committed Latest: 2026-07
Feminai
An Israeli healthtech startup developing a radiation-free, AI-powered wearable kit for early breast cancer detection at home.
2 rounds $7.5M committed Latest: 2026-01
HeyBonds Ltd. (Bonds)
A platform that deeply understands users and their relationship dynamics through AI, delivering highly personalized video journeys to strengthen romantic connections.
Led ★ 2 rounds Latest: 2026-01
Wiserpay
Wiserpay leverages Conversational AI to revolutionize debt collection, shifting focus from recovery to customer retention.
Led ★ 1 round Latest: 2025-02
SK8 AI
Developer of data pipelines designed for AI Agents and data-reliant applications.
Led ★ 1 round $1.5M committed Latest: 2025-01
Fluxmap
AI-powered payment operations software designed for businesses to eliminate manual reconciliation and payment tracking.
Led ★ 1 round Latest: 2025-01
LaylaElectric Inc.
Layla is an all-in-one smart sensor for short-term rentals, hotels, and residential properties that monitors noise, air quality, smoke, occupancy, and controls AC without cameras or subscriptions.
Led ★ 1 round $1.2M committed Latest: 2024-10
Spacebackend Inc.
Provider of cloud platform streamlining payload integration, testing, and remote operations for the aerospace industry.
1 round $200K committed Latest: 2024-04
Clarity
An AI cybersecurity startup that protects against deepfakes and new social engineering and phishing attack vectors accelerated by the rapid adoption of Generative AI.
1 round $16.0M committed Latest: 2024-02
Baz
Baz develops AI-powered code review infrastructure designed to help engineering teams identify issues and suggest fixes.
Led ★ 1 round $8.0M committed Latest: 2024-01
Worinco Ltd. (Propin)
Propin connects CRM with location intelligence to execute smarter routes, prioritize leads, and drive revenue for B2B field sales.
Led ★ 2 rounds Latest: 2023-09
Solan Games Inc.
Developer of mobile games intended to entertain mid-core strategy genre gamers.
Led ★ 1 round Latest: 2023-01
Happy Things
The smart happiness coach for women, offering simple, science-based daily activities tailored to individual needs.
Led ★ 1 round Latest: 2022-12
FirstRead
An AI-powered legal associate for small and midsize law firms.
Led ★ 1 round Latest: 2022-11
Innplay Labs
A mobile gaming studio specializing in arcade and puzzle animation mobile games.
Led ★ 2 rounds $7.8M committed Latest: 2022-03
DigitalOwl Inst Ltd.
AI-powered platform for insurance and legal industries that transforms complex medical records into structured data for faster, more accurate medical record reviews and enhanced decision-making.
Led ★ 2 rounds $26.5M committed Latest: 2022-01
Futura Genetics
A digital health platform powered by genomic data for early detection, prevention of risk, and improving mortality tables for life insurance clients.
Led ★ 1 round Latest: 2021-05

Q&A

What is Fusion VC's primary focus?
Fusion VC is Israel’s leading pre-seed platform and startup accelerator, backing over 130 startups since 2017.
What is Fusion VC's typical investment amount?
Each year, Fusion VC writes dozens of $150,000 checks to help entrepreneurs bring their vision to life.
When was Fusion VC founded?
Fusion VC was founded in September 2017.
Who are the founding partners of Fusion VC?
The founding partners of Fusion VC are Guy Katsovich and Yair Vardi.
Where is Fusion VC headquartered?
Fusion VC is headquartered in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel.
What is Fusion VC's reported total AUM?
Fusion VC has a total AUM of $150,000.
How many startups has Fusion VC backed?
Since 2017, Fusion VC has backed over 130 startups.
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