Gradient Ventures

Google's AI-focused venture fund investing in early-stage startups advancing artificial intelligence applications and infrastructure.

Venture Capital Active Mountain View, United States Est. 2017
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Last updated 2026-07-20
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Seed, A Round, Pre-Seed

About

Gradient Ventures is Google's AI-focused venture fund, founded in 2017. It partners with AI-focused entrepreneurs to accelerate innovation in machine learning and automation, providing capital, technical expertise, and access to Google's resources and network. The firm specializes in seed-stage and early-stage investments in companies operating in the information technology, artificial intelligence, and machine learning sectors. Gradient Ventures aims to support startups with capital, resources, and technical mentorship from Google's experts, focusing on disruptive ideas that have the potential to redefine industries.

Portfolio

No portfolio companies in this dataset yet.

Investment activity

1 portfolio exit on record.

Portfolio by sector

Business Software3
Cyber Security2

Funds · 1

  • 5 — $220M Mar 2026

Q&A

What is Gradient Ventures' primary investment focus?
Gradient Ventures, founded in 2017, is Google's dedicated seed-stage fund, primarily focused on artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning startups. The firm invests in Pre-Seed, Seed, and Series A stages.
Which sectors does Gradient Ventures typically invest in?
Gradient Ventures primarily invests in sectors such as AI, fintech, healthtech, and enterprise software. According to startupim data, their portfolio companies are concentrated in Business Software and Cyber Security.
What is the most recent fund raised by Gradient Ventures?
Gradient Ventures raised Fund 5, totaling $220M, in March 2026.
Can you name some of Gradient Ventures' portfolio companies?
Gradient Ventures' portfolio includes companies like Anchor Browser, a web browser for AI agents, and Backline, which focuses on AI-powered security automation.
Has Gradient Ventures had any notable exits?
Yes, Gradient Ventures had an exit in November 2025 with the acquisition of MineOS by McAfee. MineOS is a data privacy platform.
Who are the key individuals at Gradient Ventures?
Darian Shirazi serves as a Managing Partner at Gradient Ventures, and Andrew Brackin is a Partner at the firm.
What investment stages does Gradient Ventures target?
Gradient Ventures targets Pre-Seed, Seed, and A Round investment stages.
Where is Gradient Ventures headquartered?
Gradient Ventures is headquartered in Mountain View, California, at 1600 Amphitheatre Pkwy.
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