TLDR:
- 100X.VC invested INR 22.4 Cr ($2.6 Mn) in 17 startups for its 11th cohort.
- Portfolio includes startups such as Anyway.ai, Baylink, Deepvue.tech, EasyReplenish, FUTR Studios, GoCodeo, Hummsa Biotech, Kroto, and Openleaf.
Homegrown venture capital firm 100X.VC recently invested in 17 startups as part of its 11th cohort, selected out of 307 shortlisted firms from a pool of more than 1,500 startups. The VC fund has made a total of 161 investments since its launch in July 2019. Each startup received over 100 hours of mentorship, collaborating with the founding teams to enhance their product offerings and go-to-market strategies.
Ninad Karpe, founder and partner at 100X.VC, highlighted the various sectors that the portfolio now spans, including B2B SaaS, API, healthtech, climatetech, food & beverage, and pet tech, showcasing the transformative potential of India’s early-stage startup ecosystem. Over 400 investors were also present at the VC pitch day held in Mumbai.
Here are the brief profiles of the 17 startups of Class 11:
- Anyway.ai: AI-driven solutions for data enhancement.
- Baylink: Bridging the gap between data and distribution for offline retail.
- Deepvue.tech: Streamlining data management for FinTech companies.
- EasyReplenish: Inventory optimization software for ecommerce businesses.
- FUTR STUDIOS: Creating lifelike virtual influencers.
- GoCodeo: Automating software testing using AI.
- Hummsa Biotech: Providing fast and affordable pathology results.
- Kroto: Platform for building and selling interactive courses.
- Openleaf: Logistics API solution for businesses.
- Origgo: Offering freshly ground flour made using traditional methods.
- Orbit Wallet: Online platform for digital wallet services.
- PetChef: Offering high-quality meals for dogs made from human-grade ingredients.
- Pettle: Providing pet care services online.
- The Naturik Co: Creating vegan breakfast options with protein-rich ingredients.
- Whitetable: Building intelligent AI APIs for optimal hiring.
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