- What is Iris Capital's primary investment focus?
- Iris Capital is a multi-corporate venture capital firm primarily active in Europe, focusing on the digital economy. They seek companies with the potential to become industry disrupters and leaders, both locally and internationally.
- When was Iris Capital founded and where is its headquarters?
- Iris Capital was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in Paris, France.
- What is the geographic reach of Iris Capital?
- Iris Capital has offices and investors based in Paris and Berlin, and has built Iris Capital MENA in Dubai.
- What notable fund has Iris Capital closed recently?
- In June 2017, Iris Capital announced the closing of IrisNext, a $280 million fund aimed at seed- to growth-stage start-ups. Investors in this fund include Publicis and Valeo
- What are some of Iris Capital's key investment stages?
- Iris Capital invests across various stages including Seed, A Round, B Round, C Round, D Round, E Round, F Round, and G Round.
- Which sectors does Iris Capital frequently invest in?
- According to startupim data, Iris Capital has a concentration in Cyber Security, Industrial Technologies, and Business Software.
- Can you name a significant exit for Iris Capital?
- Iris Capital had a significant exit in October 2021 with the acquisition of Celeno Communications by Renesas for $315 million.
- What is one of Iris Capital's portfolio companies in the cybersecurity sector?
- Secret Double Octopus, a passwordless authentication solution, is one of Iris Capital's portfolio companies in the cybersecurity sector.
- Who are some of the key partners at Iris Capital?
- Key partners at Iris Capital include Erik De, Julien-David Nitlech, Curt Gunsenheimer, Yaron Rosenbaum, Nicolas Herschtel, Itziar Estevez, and Thorben Rothe.