Daphni Overview

Founded in 2015, Daphni is a Paris-based venture capital firm dedicated to investing in early-stage European startups with strong international ambitions. The firm operates with a unique 'VC-as-a-platform' model, combining a community of over 300 experts with a digital platform to engage with founders and share deal flow. Daphni is sector-agnostic, focusing on innovative companies that introduce new usage models across various industries. As of March 2025, Daphni announced the first closing of its third fund, Daphni Blue, securing €200 million, with plans to reach a final close of €250 million by the end of the year. The Blue Fund aims to support approximately 40 startups working on sustainability by integrating science, software, and hardware, focusing on helping European scientific innovations transition from research to market. Notable limited partners in this fund include Crédit Mutuel Arkéa, Bpifrance, the European Investment Fund, PRO BTP, and Swen Capital Partners. Daphni's portfolio includes notable investments such as Back Market, Swile, Hubcycle, and Pasqal.

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