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TDK Ventures expands Indian portfolio targeting deep-tech startups

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 14
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TDK Ventures expanded its Indian portfolio by investing in startups founded by former Tesla staff. Nicolas Sauvage, president of TDK Ventures, stated that India requires more patient capital to build globally competitive deep-tech companies. TDK Ventures currently manages $500 million across four funds and has 56 portfolio companies globally.

From indiatimes.com

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The investment highlights the need for long-term capital in deep-tech sectors, such as semiconductors and energy storage. Sauvage noted that deep-tech businesses may take six to eight years or longer to mature, contrasting with the shorter exit cycles of software-as-a-service and fintech businesses.

From indiatimes.com

Who's involved

  • TeslaCompany whose former employees founded the startups receiving investment
  • Ultraviolette AutomotiveElectric vehicle manufacturer included in TDK Ventures' current Indian portfolio
  • BengaluruLocation where Ultraviolette Automotive operates from a base

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