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Partners to UK early-stage software, healthcare and deeptech companies.
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Elliptic
Blockchain analytics and crypto compliance company
Elliptic is the global leader in blockchain analytics and crypto compliance. As digital assets become embedded in the global financial system, Elliptic provides the critical infrastructure that enables institutions to participate in this market with confidence and security. With over 700 customers across 30+ countries and more than a billion digital asset transactions screened every week, Elliptic is trusted by financial institutions, regulators, and crypto innovators worldwide.
Gravitee
Next-generation API platform
Gravitee is redefining how enterprises manage APIs and event streams. Founded in 2015 by four developers, it has rapidly scaled into a global leader—earning a spot in the top category in the Gartner Magic Quadrant™ for API Management. Its powerful and flexible platform underpins the digital ecosystems of 200+ global brands, including Michelin, Roche, and Blue Yonder. Since our very first investment, Gravitee has accelerated its global expansion, driven by deep technical expertise, relentless innovation, and a sharp focus on customer success.
Oviva
Europe's leading virtual clinic for weight-related diseases
Oviva is a pioneering healthtech company transforming the treatment of diet- and lifestyle-related conditions like diabetes and obesity. By combining highly personalised clinical care with digital tools, Oviva helps people live healthier lives, reduces the burden on doctors, and drives cost savings for healthcare systems. Oviva’s approach is based on robust clinical evidence and all its treatments are reimbursed by national health insurances in Europe. To date it has helped almost 1 million patients suffering from weight-related conditions. We are proud to have supported Oviva’s journey since its seed round in 2016.
Phasecraft
The quantum algorithms company
A spinout from UCL and the University of Bristol, Phasecraft is led by world-class academics developing cutting-edge quantum algorithms to tackle some of humanity’s most pressing challenges. Since its founding in 2019, the company has achieved multiple scientific breakthroughs and built a strong syndicate of global investors. We backed Phasecraft from the very beginning and have supported them through key milestones and successive funding rounds.
Quantexa
Data and analytics company pioneering contextual decision intelligence
AlbionVC led the first round in 2017 alongside HSBC, one year after the company was founded. At the time we were highly impressed with Vishal Marria’s vision and market insights into the opportunity of unifying siloed data across the enterprise. Fast forward to today, the company has achieved a Centaur status surpassing $100m ARR. In early 2025, the company announced a $175m Series F and a $2.6bn valuation. We are delighted to continue supporting the company all the way along its funding journey.
Fresh perspectives
UK Innovation Update report from HSBC Innovation Banking and Dealroom.
Ed Lascelles, Partner, comments on the overview of Q1 2025 venture capital funding landscape.
What does DeepSeek AI mean for European venture capital?
AlbionVC deeptech investor Sebastian Hunte explores the far-reaching implications of DeepSeek’s innovation for our ecosystem.
Non-Human Identity Management: The New Frontier of Secure Identity.
Valérie Aelbrecht, Investment Manager at AlbionVC, dives into the growing significance of Non-Human Identity Management (NHIM)
Healthtech Breakfast Club
A European initiative founded by Molly Gilmartin on a mission to unite founders, operators, and investors in the healthtech sector.
Learn also about HTBC TechBio, led by Leigh Brody – a series of quarterly events focused on exploring advancements and opportunities in the TechBio sector.
Latest content
VCs Are Eyeing U.K. “Compute” Spinouts – Here’s Why? in Forbes
David Grimm, Partner AlbionVC chatted to Forbes about the opportunities and lessons learnt on backing Compute university spinouts
