Participated · Seed · Aug 2026

Soctera develops semiconductor-level power amplifiers intended to extend range, improve signal fidelity, and reduce thermal failure in defense, space, and commercial communications systems. The company says it co-optimizes the semiconductor stack electrically and thermally to reduce gallium nitride (GaN) content by 20X and to halve thermal resistance in each device. Soctera spun out of Cornell University's Jena-Xing research group and is based in Ithaca, N.Y. Financially, the company has secured over $4.2 million in non-dilutive government and CHIPS Act grants and completed a $4 million seed equity raise in August 2026. The seed funds are earmarked to scale the team and manufacturing and to turn the materials-level advantages into qualified power amplifiers for customers. Leadership highlights demand from next-generation radar and satellite builders as a market driver for the company’s near-term commercialization efforts.

Participated · Series A · Jul 2026

1001 AI develops AI systems that sit above existing operator software to construct live models of all assets, processes, dependencies and constraints across an operation. Its platform is pitched at high-stakes sectors including aviation, ports and logistics, energy, and manufacturing. The company emphasizes local ownership and governance so clients retain control of critical infrastructure. 1001 AI was founded in 2025 and is based between London and the GCC. Financially, it recently raised a $30M Series A led by Lux Capital after a $9M seed round in October backed by CIV, General Catalyst and Lux; existing investors increased their commitments and several angels participated. The articles do not report revenue, users, or other operating metrics.

Participated · Series A · May 2026

LightTable develops an AI-powered platform that performs peer review of real estate development documents. Its system processes PDFs including architectural plans and engineering specifications and delivers coordinated reviews covering constructability, mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), accessibility, and fire and life safety. The platform generates a list of potential issues that could lead to change orders or construction delays. LightTable serves developers, architects, engineers, and general contractors. The company raised $6M in seed funding and intends to use the proceeds to expand operations and broaden its business reach. LightTable was founded in October 2024.

Participated · Seed · May 2026

Calibre develops AI agents designed to streamline certification and audit workflows by automating the document-review burden that currently occupies most auditors' time. The company was founded by two ex-Palantir employees and is headquartered in London. Calibre intends to deploy its agents across the certification industry to shift auditors' work toward higher-value tasks. The startup has stated its immediate plan is product deployment and scaling within that vertical. Financially, Calibre has raised $3.3 million in a pre-seed round from Vicus Ventures and CIV to support these efforts. The articles did not disclose revenue, users, or a valuation.

Participated · Series B · Feb 2026

Founded in 2023 by former CIA officer Ryan Joyce, GenLogs has built an AI-driven Truck Intelligence platform that aggregates trillions of data points from roadside cameras, satellite feeds, and other sources to map the real-time movements of commercial trucks across the United States. A three-step privacy filter deletes private-vehicle footage, screens for USDOT numbers, and blurs windows, allowing the system to focus solely on commercial freight while remaining compliant with privacy standards. The data is analyzed to verify carrier authenticity, reduce fraud, and combat the $35 billion annual problem of cargo theft. Shippers, logistics providers, insurers, financial institutions, and government agencies use the platform for carrier sourcing, underwriting, and oversight; current customers include J.B. Hunt, Werner Enterprises, AIPSO, and the Jacksonville Port Authority. The technology has also assisted federal and state law-enforcement agencies in cases involving sex trafficking and narcotics smuggling. GenLogs plans to use fresh capital to expand its sensor network and enhance its AI capabilities for broader industry adoption. The company has raised a total of $81 million to date but has not disclosed revenue or headcount figures.