Safeguard Scientifics

A venture capital firm specializing in expansion financings, growth capital, and early-stage financings.

Venture Capital Active Radnor, United States Est. 1953
Last updated 2026-07-20
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Safeguard Scientifics, Inc. is a private equity and venture capital firm that specializes in expansion financings, growth capital, management buyouts, recapitalizations, industry consolidations, corporate spinouts, growth stage, and early stage financings. The firm primarily invests in companies engaged in the technology, financial services, and healthcare sectors. Safeguard Scientifics was founded in 1953 as Lancaster Corporation and changed its name to Safeguard Scientifics, Inc. in 1981. The firm is based in Radnor, Pennsylvania, with an additional office in Weston, Massachusetts.

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1 portfolio exit on record.

Portfolio by sector

Fintech & Insurtech1

Q&A

What was Safeguard Scientifics' most recent exit?
Safeguard Scientifics exited T-REX in April 2024 through an acquisition by Finsight Group.
Which sector does Safeguard Scientifics' portfolio company T-REX operate in?
T-REX, a portfolio company of Safeguard Scientifics, operates in the Fintech & Insurtech sector.
What is the primary business model of Safeguard Scientifics' portfolio company T-REX?
T-REX, a portfolio company of Safeguard Scientifics, focuses on a B2B business model, providing advanced software and managed data services for asset-backed finance.
In which year did Safeguard Scientifics make its most recent recorded investment?
Safeguard Scientifics made its most recent recorded investment in November 2016.
What is Safeguard Scientifics' primary investment focus by sector?
Safeguard Scientifics shows a concentration in the Fintech & Insurtech sector, with both investments and exits in this area.
What type of investment firm is Safeguard Scientifics?
Safeguard Scientifics is described as Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals.
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Founded1953