Series B AI & Technology Funders

Antler is a global early-stage venture firm and company builder that invests at day zero, often before founders have a cofounder, product, or fully formed idea. Founded in Singapore in 2017 by Magnus Grimeland and Fridtjof Berge, Antler runs founder residencies across dozens of cities, matching teams, validating ideas, and writing the first check so ambitious operators can start companies that might not otherwise exist.

Entrepreneurs First (EF) is a global talent investor and accelerator that builds companies from exceptional individuals, often before they have a cofounder or idea. Founded in 2011 in London by Matt Clifford and Alice Bentinck, EF pioneered talent investing: matching high-potential founders, supporting them from ideation to first revenue, and backing them into Silicon Valley's top venture ecosystem across offices including London, San Francisco, and Bangalore.

Free Electrons is a global open innovation program connecting energy startups with world-leading utilities to co-create the future of energy. For the past decade, the program has facilitated collaboration between startups, utilities, and ecosystem partners to pilot breakthrough solutions, scale technologies through commercial deployment, and accelerate the energy transition. Through a series of modules held globally (physically and digitally), startups gain direct access to utilities, local accelerators, and experts to refine and test their solutions while exploring growth opportunities. The program has delivered significant impact across multiple markets, with millions invested in pilots, deployments, and direct investments, generating substantial value for participants. Free Electrons offers startups the opportunity to validate technologies with leading utility partners, co-create viable pilot projects, secure deals and investment (over $23M USD to date), and access a global network of mentors, technical experts, and innovation specialists.