Hike Ventures
hikevc.comHike Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm that invests in startups utilizing AI to address specific problems across the U.S., Canada, and Japan. The firm seeks to transform conventional work styles and norms by investing in startups that create businesses to enrich people's lives.
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See If You're a MatchInvestment Thesis
Hike Ventures believes that the combination of AI and human expertise creates superior outcomes compared to either alone. They invest in startups that leverage applied AI (machine learning, deep learning, generative AI) to solve well-defined, specific challenges in ways that traditional software cannot accomplish. The firm is motivated by the convergence of advanced AI algorithms, increased data volume, and GPU acceleration, which enable practical AI-driven services that solve problems more cost-effectively and quickly than traditional methods.
What Sets Them Apart
- Explicit focus on 'Algorithm + Human' collaboration rather than pure algorithmic or human-only solutions
- Hands-on team support model - partner as 'an integral part of their team'
- International presence with offices in San Francisco and Tokyo, enabling dual-market expertise
- Team with deep operational and investment experience in both North America and Asia markets
- Portfolio demonstrates breadth across industries (healthcare, cybersecurity, agriculture, logistics, etc.)
Portfolio Highlights
Balance
Fintech
Barricade
Ai Ml
Beatdapp
Ai Ml
Botpress
Ai Ml
Burnbot
Ai Ml
Calmwave
Ai Ml
Cekura
Ai Ml
Charter Space
Ai Ml
+ 41 more companies in their portfolio
Investment Team
2 Partners at Hike Ventures
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