Antler

2017

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827

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About

Antler is a global early-stage venture capital firm founded in 2017 by Magnus Grimeland in Singapore. The firm operates a combined incubator and accelerator program designed to support exceptional founders from the inception of their startups. Antler's unique approach includes a "Residency" phase, where entrepreneurs collaborate to find co-founders and develop their business ideas, followed by investment in the resulting startups.

This model has been implemented in various locations worldwide, including Singapore, Australia, and Brazil. As of 2022, Antler managed assets under management totaling US$500 million and had invested in over 450 startup companies. The firm has been recognized as the most active seed-stage venture capital firm globally, with 262 deals in 2023.

Notable investors in Antler include Eduardo Saverin and Christen Sveaas, as well as institutions like Canica, Credit Saison, International Finance Corporation, Schroders, Vækstfonden, and Phoenix Group. Antler's offices span across Asia-Pacific, Europe, North America, and Africa, with locations in cities such as Berlin, New York, Amsterdam, Sydney, São Paulo, Lagos, London, Oslo, Seoul, Jakarta, Austin, Tokyo, Riyadh, and Nairobi.

Portfolio Companies

Airalo, Fanfix, BetterPlace, MyRobin, SuperOrdinary, Fanfix, Airalo, Fanfix, BetterPlace, MyRobin

Gepgraphic Focus

Asia-Pacific, Europe, North America, Africa

Key Differentiators

Combined incubator and accelerator program, Residency phase for co-founder matching, Global network of investors

Thypical Investment Size

Not specified

Total Funds Raised

US$500 million (2022)

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