Daphni
VC
2015
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Paris, France
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Profile
Daphni is a venture capital firm based in Paris, France, founded in 2015. The firm was co-founded by Pierre-Eric Leibovici, who previously founded Robolution Capital. Daphni's team consists of around 11 professionals, including partners and analysts, who are dedicated to supporting startups with European roots and global ambitions. The firm distinguishes itself through its digital platform that engages a community of entrepreneurs, executives, and creatives to assist in scaling portfolio companies.
Daphni invests primarily in financial services, information technology, SaaS, advertising technology, digital health, and fintech sectors. They focus on early-stage investments, particularly from seed to Series A, with check sizes ranging from $500k to $6M. The firm has a strong presence in the European market, with investments also extending to the USA and other regions. Daphni manages several funds, though specific AUM details are not disclosed.
Notable investments by Daphni include Swile - a digital employee benefits platform, BlaBlaCar - a long-distance carpooling service, and Adore Me - an online lingerie retailer. Other portfolio companies include Generare, TerraSpark, and Leviathan Dynamics, showcasing their diverse investment strategy across various industries.
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Daphni Funds
| Name | Type |
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Size | AUM | Launch date |
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Climate and Science Fund
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Venture Capital (VC)
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AI
Energy
CleanTech
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Series A
Late Stage (Series C+)
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Europe
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$10-50 m
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$275 M
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March 2025
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