Fund Profile
08 Ventures
At O8 Ventures, they back pioneers building the future of enterprise, defense, and industrial infrastructure, and also build their own ventures. They invest at the early stage, focusing exclusively on massive market opportunities where software meets the physical and strategic world. They deploy technologies to identify, evaluate, and scale their portfolio companies.
Investment thesis
Focus and thesis
At O8 Ventures, they back pioneers building the future of enterprise, defense, and industrial infrastructure, and also build their own ventures. They invest at the early stage, focusing exclusively on massive market opportunities where software meets the physical and strategic world. They deploy technologies to identify, evaluate, and scale their portfolio companies.
Profile links
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Partners and team
People behind the fund
- Kobi Marenko
- Eli Kraus
Portfolio companies
Selected portfolio
Investor FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is O8 Ventures' investment focus?
O8 Ventures focuses on early-stage investment in Deep Tech, Vertical AI, and Defense sectors. We back pioneers building the future of enterprise, defense, and industrial infrastructure.
What kind of AI does O8 Ventures invest in?
We invest in Vertical AI, specifically domain-specific, highly specialized AI architectures designed to transform critical, high-barrier industries, including AI Trust, Security, Reliability, Data Engines, Core Infrastructure, Enterprise & Semiconductor Intelligence, Next-Gen Life Sciences & Bio-Tech AI, and Industrial & Logistics Automation. We also invest in Physical AI, including Embodied AI & Robotics, Edge AI & Silicon Intelligence, Autonomous Systems & Mobility, and Smart Infrastructure & Connected Industries.
What is O8 Ventures' approach to Defense & Frontier Tech investments?
We support platforms securing tomorrow, focusing on Dual-Use Innovations (Commercial to Defense), Autonomous & Unmanned Platforms, and Advanced Materials & Strategic Supply Chain.
What is the 'O8 Advantage'?
The O8 Advantage includes the Power of Network Wisdom from our community of angels, AI-Driven Due Diligence & Analytics using a proprietary diagnostic platform, 'Smart Money' & Active Execution from veteran operators, and Hands-On Risk Mitigation through strategic mentorship.
