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Gagarin Capital
Gagarin Capital, co-founded by Nicholas Davidov and Mikhail Taver, backs early-stage applied-AI startups from Eastern Europe scaling into North America.
Overview
Gagarin Capital is an exempt reporting adviser, established in 2025. It advises clients on investment strategies.
General information
Firm type
Venture Capital
Location
Region
North America
Country
United States
City
Wilmington
Corporate office
Wilmington, DE, United States
Principals
Mikhail Taver
Founding Partner
Altss tracks 1 additional named team member for this firm — including direct investment leads, IR, and operating principals not listed on the public website.
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Frequently asked questions
Which sectors does Gagarin Capital explicitly avoid?
The firm has not publicly stated explicit sector exclusions. Historically, Gagarin has concentrated on software-enabled categories—applied AI, enterprise SaaS, robotics, and automation—and has not been active in capital-intensive sectors such as biotech, hard pharma, or traditional energy infrastructure.
How does Gagarin Capital support its portfolio companies beyond capital?
Gagarin is structurally unusual in that it provides substantial operational support around US market entry. For portfolio companies originating in Eastern Europe, the firm assists with Delaware incorporation, executive recruitment for go-to-market hires, and introductions to first enterprise customers. This relocation-and-sales-acceleration function is core to its value proposition and distinguishes it from conventional early-stage funds.
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