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Ada Ventures

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Pre-SeedSeedE-commerce & MarketplacesAI & Machine LearningDeveloper ToolsFintechHealthcare & BiotechEducationDeveloper Tools & InfrastructureHR Tech & Future of WorkFintech & PaymentsHealthcare & Digital HealthBiotech & Life SciencesAgeTech & LongevityEdTechClimate & Clean EnergyRobotics & AutomationLogistics & Supply Chain

Thesis

Backing the best founders, not just the best-connected. We assess founders on their qualities, not CV or past experience. We focus on founders building solutions for climate equity, economic empowerment, and healthy ageing.

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Not interested in traditional founder profiles, companies without clear social impact or climate focus, or late-stage investments

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Lead or follow
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Actively deploying
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f•••@gm•••.com

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Portfolio

People and RobotsEnterprise Software

People & Robots Ltd builds AI-backed products and offers consulting services to help businesses leverage AI. They focus on creating AI solutions and integrating them into teams, utilizing the latest advances in Artificial Intelligence, including Large Language Models (LLMs).

Jack & JillHr Tech Work

Jack & Jill is an AI-driven recruitment company that utilizes conversational AI to enhance job recruitment processes. Founded in 2025, the company aims to connect job seekers with suitable opportunities while supporting hiring managers in finding the right talent through advanced AI technologies.

AerskaBiotech Life Sciences

Aerska is a company focused on developing RNA medicines specifically targeting brain diseases. Founded by an experienced leader in oligonucleotide therapeutics, Aerska aims to create innovative treatments through partnerships with biotech, academia, and research institutions.

AlitoHealthcare Digital

Alito.io is a healthcare platform offering software for clinics, doctors, and patients, with features like appointment booking and integrated billing. It is primarily used in Africa and India.

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BackDeveloper Tools Infra

Back.io is the future home of the official package manager for the Typical programming language. It is currently operational as of 2026.

BilancEnterprise Software

Bilanc Sh.p.k is an Albanian company offering software for accounting and financial management for institutions and pharmacies, along with real-time management software for companies.

BlakBearFood Beverage

BlakBear invented the industry's first digital freshness sensor in 2017, measuring spoilage gases inside food packages in real time. They build sensors to reveal data and train AI to solve problems, aiming to bridge the gap between digital and physical industries.

BoldrEcommerce Marketplaces

Boldr offers energy-saving smart home products, including smart thermostats and infrared heaters. Shopboldr.com provides these products and support for smart home needs.

BoundlessHr Tech Work

Boundless is a modern immigration company that simplifies the immigration process for individuals and businesses, offering services such as visa applications, case management, and legal support.

BubbleEnterprise Software

Bubble is a visual no-code platform for building web and mobile apps without coding. It combines AI and visual tools to launch real apps.

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Ada Ventures Research Investment Thesis and Philosophy Ada Ventures is a UK-based pre-seed venture capital fund that invests in exceptional founders based on their qualities and potential, rather than their educational background, past work experience, or demographic profile. Founded in 2018, Ada has developed a distinctive thesis around inclusive investing, believing that "the best founders don't…

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