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Yolo Investments

Europe, Harjumaa, Estonia, Tallin

Description

Yolo Investments is a venture capital firm based in Tallinn, Estonia, with a strategic focus on seed and Series A stage investment opportunities. The firm primarily targets companies operating within the dynamic sectors of gaming, fintech, blockchain, and other emerging technologies. As an integral part of the larger Yolo Group, Yolo Investments leverages its parent company's ecosystem and expertise to identify and nurture promising startups.

The firm's investment thesis revolves around supporting innovative companies that are poised for significant growth and disruption within their respective industries. Yolo Investments is known for its active role in portfolio development, often providing strategic guidance and operational support beyond just capital infusion. With an impressive portfolio comprising over 100 investments, the firm demonstrates a broad reach and a commitment to fostering a diverse range of technological advancements.

Yolo Investments manages a substantial asset under management (AUM) exceeding €550 million, underscoring its significant financial capacity to back ambitious ventures. The firm typically deploys first cheques ranging from €250,000 to €5 million, indicating a flexible approach to early-stage funding that can accommodate various capital needs. This range allows them to support nascent ideas at the seed stage while also providing more substantial capital for Series A rounds to help companies scale their operations and expand market reach. Their strategic presence in Estonia positions them well to tap into the vibrant European tech ecosystem while maintaining a global outlook on investment opportunities.

Investor Profile

Yolo Investments has backed more than 29 startups, with 7 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 13 rounds, about 45% of its total and boasts 0 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Series A, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, Australia, Estonia.
  • Strong thematic focus on Cryptocurrency, Blockchain, Financial Services.
  • Led 2 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $270K – $5.4M.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (55%)
  • Series A (21%)
  • Series Unknown (10%)
  • Pre Seed (7%)
  • Initial Coin Offering (3%)
  • Series B (3%)

Country Focus

  • United States (28%)
  • Australia (14%)
  • Estonia (10%)
  • United Kingdom (7%)
  • Israel (7%)
  • United Arab Emirates (7%)
  • Canada (3%)
  • Philippines (3%)
  • Nigeria (3%)
  • Taiwan (3%)

Industry Focus

  • Cryptocurrency
  • Blockchain
  • Financial Services
  • Gaming
  • Fintech
  • Software
  • Payments
  • Sports
  • Digital Entertainment
  • Information Technology
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does Yolo Investments frequently co-invest with?

Yield Guild Games
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2
IDG Capital
Asia, Beijing, China, Beijing
Co-Investments: 2
UOB Venture
Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore
Co-Investments: 2
Mirana
Asia, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Co-Investments: 2
Infinity Ventures Crypto
Asia, T'ai-pei, Taiwan, Taipei
Co-Investments: 3
LD Capital
Asia, Shanghai, China, Shanghai
Co-Investments: 2
Astralis Capital
North America, Kentucky, United States, California
Co-Investments: 2
NGC Ventures
Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore
Co-Investments: 2
Morningstar Ventures
Asia, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Dubai
Co-Investments: 4
CrossFund
Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore
Co-Investments: 2

Which angels does Yolo Investments often collaborate with?

HL
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
DS
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1
PL
North America, California, United States, Millbrae
Shared Deals: 1
CG
North America, Nevada, United States, Las Vegas
Shared Deals: 1
KL
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
KG
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
PS
North America, Missouri, United States, Netherlands
Shared Deals: 1
BC
North America, Nevada, United States, Las Vegas
Shared Deals: 1
SB
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
SY
North America, Colorado, United States, Denver
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Yolo Investments?

Coverd, Inc.

New York, New York, United States

Gamified Personal Finance

FinTech
SeedJun 6, 2025
Amount Raised: $6,200,000
Kero Sports

Miami, Florida, United States

Kero offers curated In-Game Betting engine whitelabeled inside the apps of major league teams, leagues and licensed sportsbook operators.

Fantasy SportsGaming
Series AMay 6, 2025
Amount Raised: $3,000,000
Mesh

San Francisco, California, United States

Mesh is a crypto payments network that creates a connected, secure crypto ecosystem with various integrations for businesses and users.

CryptocurrencyFinancial ServicesFinTechPayments
Series BMar 11, 2025
Amount Raised: $82,000,000
Bitblox Games

Douglas, NA - Isle of Man, Isle of Man

Bitblox Games is a software development company that creates engaging crypto-price based games.

CryptocurrencyGamingSoftware
SeedJan 17, 2025
Mesh

San Francisco, California, United States

Mesh is a crypto payments network that creates a connected, secure crypto ecosystem with various integrations for businesses and users.

CryptocurrencyFinancial ServicesFinTechPayments
Series UnknownJan 15, 2025
Dfns

Paris, Ile-de-France, France

Dfns provides a Wallets-as-a-Service (WaaS) platform to help companies manage digital assets on blockchains.

BlockchainCryptocurrencyFinTechPaymentsSaaS
Series ADec 18, 2024
Amount Raised: $16,000,000
IDA

Central, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong

IDA is the leading provider of digital asset technologies, enabling businesses to fully utilize blockchain technology.

BlockchainFinancial Services
SeedSep 2, 2024
Amount Raised: $6,000,000
Fanton

Yafo, Tel Aviv, Israel

Fanton is a football genre that has been integrated into the Telegram app.

CryptocurrencyDigital EntertainmentGamingMobile Apps
SeedMar 28, 2024
Tonstarter

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Tonstarter is the TON-native launchpad, enabling crypto projects to raise capital in a decentralized, safe, and user-friendly environment.

Cryptocurrency
SeedMar 28, 2024
Forever Network

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Sports Media for the Social Generation

AdvertisingDigital MediaMobilePublishingSocialSportsVideo
Series AMar 26, 2024
Amount Raised: $6,000,000