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Vertex Ventures China

Asia, Beijing, China, Beijing

Description

Vertex Ventures China is a prominent venture capital firm operating within mainland China, forming a crucial part of the global Vertex Holdings network. Vertex Holdings, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Singapore's state-owned investment company Temasek, oversees a family of venture capital funds across various regions, with Vertex Ventures China specifically dedicated to the high-growth technology landscape of the Chinese market. The firm is headquartered in Beijing and focuses on identifying and nurturing innovative startups poised for significant disruption and expansion within the country's dynamic digital economy.

The firm's investment strategy primarily targets early to growth-stage companies, typically participating in Series A and Series B funding rounds. Vertex Ventures China seeks out high-potential ventures across a spectrum of technology sectors, including enterprise services, advanced technology, and digital transformation solutions. Their approach emphasizes long-term partnerships, providing not just capital but also strategic guidance, operational support, and access to their extensive global network to help portfolio companies scale effectively and achieve market leadership.

Vertex Ventures China has demonstrated a strong commitment to the Chinese tech ecosystem through the successful raising of substantial funds. For instance, its Vertex Ventures China IV fund closed at a significant $250 million in 2019, reflecting investor confidence in their strategy and market insights. Building on this momentum, the firm further solidified its position with the close of Vertex Ventures China V in 2022, which secured an impressive $350 million. These funds enable Vertex Ventures China to make meaningful investments into promising startups that are driving innovation and shaping the future of China's technology landscape.

Investor Profile

Vertex Ventures China has backed more than 49 startups, with 10 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 8 rounds, about 16% of its total and boasts 15 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series B, Series A, Seed rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in China, United States, Taiwan.
  • Strong thematic focus on Manufacturing, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Software.
  • Led 4 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $5M – $25M.

Stage Focus

  • Series B (49%)
  • Series A (18%)
  • Seed (14%)
  • Series C (10%)
  • Series Unknown (4%)
  • Series E (2%)
  • Series D (2%)

Country Focus

  • China (84%)
  • United States (12%)
  • Taiwan (2%)
  • Hong Kong (2%)

Industry Focus

  • Manufacturing
  • Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
  • Software
  • Information Technology
  • Apps
  • Robotics
  • Internet
  • Renewable Energy
  • Mobile
  • E-commerce
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Who does Vertex Ventures China frequently co-invest with?

Applied Ventures
North America, California, United States, Santa Clara
Co-Investments: 4
GSR Ventures
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 4
General Motors Ventures
North America, Michigan, United States, Warren
Co-Investments: 3
Matrix Partners China
Asia, Beijing, China, Beijing
Co-Investments: 4
CC
North America, Connecticut, United States, Stamford
Co-Investments: 2
Warburg Pincus
Europe, Madrid, Spain, Boadilla Del Monte
Co-Investments: 3
Vertex Ventures
Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore
Co-Investments: 27
HongShan
Asia, Beijing, China, Beijing
Co-Investments: 4
Qiming Venture Partners
Asia, Shanghai, China, Shanghai
Co-Investments: 3
GGV Capital
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 3

Which angels does Vertex Ventures China often collaborate with?

Shared Deals: 1
Patrick Cheung
Asia, Hong Kong
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Vertex Ventures China?

Geson Technology

Shenzhen, Guangdong, China

Geson Technology is an innovative enterprise focusing on the research and mass production of embodied intelligence.

Enterprise SoftwareSoftware
Series AMar 12, 2026
Amount Raised: $14,558,160
MatriQ

Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China

MatriQ is a neutral atom quantum computing company offering optical engineering, precision manufacturing, and quantum algorithm solutions.

ManufacturingNuclear
AngelMar 11, 2026
Flowith

San Francisco, California, United States

Flowith provides an AI workspace that combines knowledge and tools to support writing, content creation, and productivity tasks.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Information TechnologyProductivity ToolsSoftware
SeedMar 4, 2026
PureblueAI

Beijing, Beijing, China

PureblueAI is an AI-powered digital workforce platform operator specializing in enterprise marketing scenarios.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Marketing
SeedMar 3, 2026
Qianjue Technology

Beijing, Beijing, China

Qianjue Technology develops AI software that enables autonomous robotic operation.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)RoboticsSoftware
SeedFeb 14, 2026

Yuechi Technology is a developer of smart dental cleaning devices.

Health CareWealth Management
Series AFeb 10, 2026
Senyue Chengxing

Chengdu, Sichuan, China

Senyue Chengxing is a technology company focusing on the field of intelligent rehabilitation.

SeedFeb 4, 2026
Qingxian Intelligence

Shenzhen, Guangdong, China

Qingxian Intelligence is a smart office and home office technology company.

ElectronicsSmart Home
Series AFeb 2, 2026
Aerofugia

Chengdu, Sichuan, China

Aerofugia is a technology company with low-altitude travel and vehicle-mounted flight as its core.

AerospaceService IndustryTravel
Series CFeb 2, 2026
Amount Raised: $144,017,513
Noetix Robotics

Haidian, Beijing, China

Noetix Robotics manufactures humanoid robots, integrating various technologies such as general artificial intelligence and robotic bionics.

Industrial EngineeringManufacturingRobotic Process Automation (RPA)Robotics
Series BOct 26, 2025
Amount Raised: $42,125,602

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