F2 Venture Capital

F2 Venture Capital, based in Tel Aviv, Israel, is a prominent early-stage venture capital firm known for its "first check" investments into promising Israeli technology startups. Evolving from F2 Capital, the firm has established itself as a key player in the vibrant Israeli tech ecosystem, focusing on identifying and backing foundational companies at their earliest stages. Their strategy centers on leading initial institutional rounds, providing not just capital but also strategic guidance and access to their extensive network.

The firm's investment thesis is deeply rooted in Israel's strengths in deep technology. F2 Venture Capital typically targets companies leveraging advancements in enterprise software, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, cloud infrastructure, and fintech. They seek out founders with strong technical backgrounds and ambitious visions, aiming to support them from the pre-seed or seed stage through significant growth milestones. Their hands-on approach and commitment to long-term partnerships are hallmarks of their investment philosophy.

F2 Venture Capital manages substantial capital across multiple funds. Their first fund, F2 Seed Fund I, launched in 2017, had a size of $75 million. This was followed by F2 Seed Fund II in 2021, which raised $150 million, and F2 Seed Fund III in 2023, also closing at $150 million. These funds enable them to deploy initial checks typically ranging from $1,000,000 to $4,000,000 into their portfolio companies. With a portfolio exceeding 50 investments, F2 has a track record of backing successful ventures, including notable exits like CyberX (acquired by Microsoft) and Demisto (acquired by Palo Alto Networks), underscoring their ability to identify and nurture high-potential startups in the competitive Israeli market.