Kenges Rakishev

Kazakhstani businessman and investor with a focus on technology, natural resources, and venture capital, known for co-founding Singulariteam, a VC fund that invested in Israeli startups.

Angel Investor Active Almaty, Kazakhstan Est. 1979
Last updated 2026-07-20
Portfolio
1
in our dataset
Rounds participated
1
Rounds led
0
Rounds' value
$22.0M
total disclosed, rounds participated
Stages
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About

Kenges Rakishev is a Kazakhstani businessman, investor, and philanthropist. He is the president and main shareholder of Fincraft Resources, a company listed on the Kazakhstan Stock Exchange. Rakishev is an active investor in natural resources, mining, energy, and food security, as well as in venture capital. He co-founded Singulariteam (also known as Genesis Angels and Team Singular in Israel), a venture capital fund that has invested in numerous Israeli startups. His investment portfolio also includes companies in mobile technology, AI, and sustainable industries. Rakishev has held various leadership roles in both the private and public sectors in Kazakhstan.

Portfolio · 1

mobli
Social Photo and Video Sharing Platform
1 round $22.0M committed Latest: 2012-09

Investment activity

Portfolio by sector

Industrial Technologies1
Media & Entertainment Technologies1

Q&A

What is Kenges Rakishev's primary investment focus by sector?
Kenges Rakishev has invested in Industrial Technologies and Media & Entertainment Technologies, with one portfolio company in each sector.
Can you name some of Kenges Rakishev's notable portfolio companies?
Kenges Rakishev's portfolio includes SIRIN LABS, an open-source consumer electronics company, and mobli, a social photo and video sharing platform.
What is the typical investment range for Kenges Rakishev?
Kenges Rakishev's investment range is between $5M and $72M.
What funding stages has Kenges Rakishev participated in?
Kenges Rakishev has participated in Seed, B Round, C Round, and D Round funding stages.
When was Kenges Rakishev most active in making new portfolio investments?
Kenges Rakishev added new portfolio companies in September 2012 and April 2016.
What is Kenges Rakishev's role in investment rounds?
Kenges Rakishev has a lead investor share of 0% and a solo investment round ratio of 0%.
Has Kenges Rakishev had any exits from portfolio companies?
According to startupim data, Kenges Rakishev has an exit ratio of 0%.
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Identifiers & details

Founded1979-7