Scout Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm based in New York City, specializing in frontier technologies. The firm primarily invests in sectors such as AI, machine learning, quantum computing, robotics, advanced materials science, security, space and aerospace, and advanced energy. Scout Ventures typically leads Seed Rounds with investments ranging up to $3 million and reserves capital to follow on through Series B rounds.
Notable portfolio companies include ID.me, EnCharge AI, and Funnel Leasing. The firm is led by a team with deep experience in defense and building dual-use technologies. Scout Ventures focuses on founders from the military, intelligence community, and national research labs. The firm offers unique value-add services by leveraging its extensive network and expertise in defense technology to support portfolio companies in scaling their innovations.
Scout Ventures - Portfolio Snapshot
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