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Paribu Ventures
Paribu Ventures invests in founders with global game-changing vision in the blockchain, cryptocurrency, Web 3.0 and fintech ecosystems. It is built on its...
Paribu Ventures
Paribu Ventures invests in founders with global game-changing vision in the blockchain, cryptocurrency, Web 3.0 and fintech ecosystems. It is built on its parent company Paribu, a crypto asset exchange platform, and supports portfolio founders with resources and network. It invests in startups and scale-up companies with high growth potential and aims to be a long-term partner to its portfolio companies, leveraging the resources of the Paribu universe.
General information
Firm type
Venture Capital
Location
Region
Middle East
Country
Turkey
City
Istanbul
Corporate office
Istanbul, Turkey
Principals
Yasin Oral
Founder and CEO of Paribu
Utku Dördüncü
Director of Paribu Ventures
Erman Taylan
Principal at Paribu Ventures
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at Paribu Ventures?
Investment operations are led by Director Utku Dördüncü and Principal Erman Taylan. The firm ultimately reports to Yasin Oral, who is the Founder and CEO of parent company Paribu. Specific investment committee structures have not been publicly detailed.
How does Paribu Ventures relate to the Paribu crypto exchange?
Paribu Ventures is the corporate venture arm of Paribu, a crypto asset exchange based in Turkey. The firm states it uses the parent company's resources, including its user base of over 5 million, to support portfolio companies. It is not a standalone family office or independent fund.
What investment stages does Paribu Ventures target?
The firm targets early-stage companies, ranging from start-up to growth phases. It has participated in seed rounds, as seen in its co-investment with Shorooq Partners in Roamless. Its public mandate focuses on providing capital to founders during these formative stages.
Which sectors does Paribu Ventures explicitly focus on?
Its stated focus is on the blockchain, cryptocurrency, Web3, and fintech ecosystems. The firm looks for founders with a "global game-changing vision" in these areas. Other sectors are not mentioned in its core mandate.
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