Hedosophia Overview

Founded in 2012 by Ian Osborne, Hedosophia is a London-based investment firm focusing on private equity and venture capital investments in technology companies across Europe, the United States, and China. The firm manages approximately $1 billion in assets and is known for its strategic investments in fintech, enterprise SaaS, marketplaces, and consumer platforms. Hedosophia has a history of backing innovative technology companies, including N26, Scalable Capital, Bitpanda, and Divergent Technologies. In 2021, the firm launched a European scout network to invest in early-stage startups, enlisting around 20 experienced startup operators and angels across Europe. Hedosophia's investment strategy encompasses various stages, from growth and late-stage investments to pre-IPO, buyouts, turnarounds, and distressed assets, with a geographical focus primarily in Europe and the United States.

Is Hedosophia the right investor for your startup? Browse their investment focus, stage preferences, and geographic scope to see how well they align with your fundraising goals. Your full match score with Hedosophia, along with a list of other relevant VCs, is available on Hopohopo.io.

Hedosophia

VC Fund

Investment focus

Invest in

  • Baltics
  • Nordics
  • Western Europe
  • Southern Europe
  • Central Eastern Europe
  • Caribbean
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Stages

Seed, Series A, Series B or later

First ticket size

US$10,000,000 - US$50,000,000

How to approach funds like Hedosophia

When approaching Hedosophia, founders should highlight how their company can scale across multiple geographies and demonstrate a clear path to category leadership. Emphasize traction, defensibility, and the potential for transformative impact within your sector, as the firm values differentiated technology and strong execution. Show how your team leverages unique market insights or networks, and be prepared to discuss both near-term growth and long-term vision, as Hedosophia appreciates founders who can articulate both operational excellence and strategic ambition.

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