SmartGate VC

SmartGate VC is a venture capital firm that invests in early-stage technology companies, focusing on the convergence of science and entrepreneurship to disrupt traditional industries. Their investment strategy emphasizes sectors such as Artificial Intelligence, Healthcare, Biotechnology, Security, and the Internet of Things. The firm operates primarily in the United States and Armenia, with offices in Glendale, California, and Yerevan, Armenia.

Since its inception in 2017, SmartGate VC has been dedicated to identifying and nurturing industry-defining ideas from the pre-seed to seed stages. They provide capital, talent, and industry connections to accelerate the growth of their portfolio companies. The firm's approach combines scientific innovation with entrepreneurial expertise to drive transformative change across various sectors.

SmartGate VC's portfolio includes notable companies like Deep Origin, a pioneer in quantum-accurate drug discovery, and SuperAnnotate, a leading AI data platform. Their investments have attracted follow-on funding from prominent investors such as NVIDIA, Databricks, Sierra Ventures, AI Fund, and Y Combinator, reflecting the firm's strong network and reputation in the venture capital ecosystem.