DCVC

www.dcvc.com

DCVC backs entrepreneurs using deep tech and computational approaches to solve trillion-dollar problems while 'multiply[ing] the benefits of capitalism for everyone while reducing its costs.' The firm operates across climate change, human health, physical industries, defense, security, space, and more through six flagship funds and DCVC Bio's three specialized life sciences funds.

Check Size

Not specified

Stages

Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Growth, Late Stage

Focus Areas

Ai Ml, Data Infrastructure, Cybersecurity

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Investment Thesis

DCVC is a deep tech venture capital firm that backs brilliant entrepreneurs solving the ‘hardest, highest-stakes problems’ in the world using computational approaches. Over 13 years, they’ve built long-term relationships with founders from inception through public market recognition, focusing on companies that use AI to tackle trillion-dollar problems cost effectively across industries that haven’t seen material progress in decades.

What Sets Them Apart

More published scientists than MBAs on the team
Most team members have founded or run successful companies
13 funds focused specifically on deep tech across two main divisions (DCVC and DCVC Bio)
Long-term climate tech investment record and commitment to climate solutions
Structured into DCVC Bio in 2018 with specialized expertise in genetics, chemistry, molecular biology, agriculture, and industrial fermentation
Technical depth - partners understand chip architecture, code, supercomputer design, and domain-specific technical concepts
Hands-on operational support beyond capital provision