Venture Capital for AI & FinTech Startups
We don't chase ideas — we select founders with proven traction, strong teams, and the ambition to lead their category.
Why trust us
15+ years of experience in venture capital and corporate finance
Exclusive Deal Access
Direct access to deals through a network of 100+ leading global funds, from early-stage to late-stage
Deep Expertise
Complex transactions: secondary, late-stage, pre-IPO, and corporate exits across US and LATAM
Hands-On Support
From growth strategy and fundraising to exit preparation — full toolkit for portfolio companies
InvestmentThesis
15+ years, 50+ deals, and a network of 100+ partner funds with $3B+ AUM. Our experience and connections unlock deals the market doesn't see.
Focus Sectors
Investment Stages
Geography
US and LATAM — deep expertise and strong partner network
Selection Criteria
Early Stage
Top-tier Co-investors
Leading global funds participate in the round
$3M+ ARR
Sustainable revenue growth trajectory
Proven Team
Strong team with confirmed track record
Category Leader
Potential to become the category leader
Pre-IPO
Clear Exit Path
Clear path to exit — IPO or major funding round
Secure Structure
Transparent and secure deal structure
Proven Metrics
Validated financial model with sustained growth in key metrics
Unit Economics
Strong unit economics with positive EBITDA or a clear path to it
Why CATS.VC
Structured as a Delaware LLC — a proven, transparent jurisdiction for global investors. Exclusive deal access through a network of 100+ partner funds (>$3B AUM). Deep expertise in complex transactions: secondary, late-stage, pre-IPO and corporate exits. 15+ years of experience, 50+ deals, and hands-on support from growth strategy to exit preparation.
Portfolio
31+ companies across AI, FinTech, and emerging technologies
Lemon Cash
Top PerformerLeading digital banking platform in Latin America with crypto integration, serving millions of users across Argentina and beyond.
Raised
$44M
Growth
800%
Payflow
Top PerformerOn-demand salary access platform for employees across Europe, partnering with enterprises to offer financial wellness benefits.
Raised
$19.5M
Growth
2300%
Minu
Top PerformerEarned wage access platform in Mexico, enabling employees to access their earned salary instantly with seamless employer integration.
Raised
$56.5M
Growth
250%
Vexi
Top PerformerDigital credit card platform in Mexico focused on underbanked consumers, leveraging AI for credit scoring and risk management.
Raised
$36M
Growth
450%
Krave Mart
Quick commerce platform delivering groceries and essentials in under 30 minutes across emerging markets.
Raised
$12.3M
Growth
2700%
Max.ng
Mobility and logistics platform in Africa, providing last-mile delivery and ride-hailing services powered by technology.
Raised
$12.3M
Growth
400%
Galgo
Leading vehicle financing and mobility platform in Mexico, providing accessible motorcycle and vehicle loans to underbanked consumers.
Raised
$15M
Growth
250%
Jet
Electric scooter sharing platform in Brazil, offering micro-mobility solutions across major cities with a focus on last-mile transportation.
Growth
200%
Veles Finance
Automated trading and investment platform providing algorithmic strategies for retail and institutional investors.
Raised
$1M
Growth
2000%
Kraken
Top PerformerOne of the largest and most established cryptocurrency exchanges globally, offering spot and futures trading, staking, and institutional services.
Vast Data
Top PerformerEnterprise data infrastructure platform purpose-built for AI workloads, providing high-performance storage and data management at scale.
OpenAI
Top PerformerLeading AI research and deployment company, creator of GPT and ChatGPT, pioneering the development of safe and beneficial artificial general intelligence.
Team
Two managing partners, decades of experience, 50+ deals
Yakov Kop
Managing Partner & Co-founder
Managing Partner and Co-founder of CATS.VC. Over 18 years of experience in corporate finance and venture capital. 50+ deals across Seed, Series A, and Pre-IPO stages. Angel investor with C-level experience in corporate strategy and business development.
“We look for founders who see the future 5 years ahead and have the depth to build it today.”
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