Cathay Innovation

??Today, we’re celebrating a huge milestone with the official launch of Cathay Innovation Fund III. This €1B global venture capital fund will be one of the largest multi-stage venture funds which we’ve dedicated to the transformation of industries & society ??? Cathay’s Denis Barrier digs in to the vision behind Fund III, our evolution as a global firm and what we see as the next-gen VC playbook. Highlights: ?? $2B+ AUM, 5 continents, 120+ startups, 19 unicorns — since starting in 2015 ?? Activating the sustainable transformation flywheel with: - A global team & platform - A corporate ecosystem as investors & strategic partners - A sustainable investment framework ?? The next-gen VC playbook incorporates purpose & returns in a new phase that takes us from open innovation to transformation More here: https://lnkd.in/g2h-MJjX? CC: Cathay Capital Ming-Po Cai Sanofi TotalEnergies Valeo BNP Paribas Cardif Groupe SEB Groupe ADP #venturecapital #digitaltransformation #technology #startups #globaleconomy #investing #frenchtech

Today we announce our partnership with Wedia, a leader in Digital Asset Management (DAM) and Social Media Management, marking the organization’s transition to private ownership, enabling greater agility and focus to achieve its ambitious growth objectives. ? This is a first step in a strategic partnership, designed to establish Wedia as a European leader. With the exponential growth of digital content and the transformative power of generative AI, Wedia is perfectly positioned to help brands deliver personalized, engaging marketing experiences. From global giants like Decathlon and Merck to local businesses, Wedia’s SaaS solutions are revolutionizing how companies create, distribute, and optimize their digital content across channels and audiences. Our investment in Wedia illustrates our expertise in B2B software, and our ability to carry out tailor-made deals alongside visionary entrepreneurs like Nicolas BOUTET, Wedia’s CEO, with whom we are now working to strengthen the organization, accelerate expansion and identify new opportunities for growth and innovation. Cc: Nicolas BOUTET Olivier Grenet Jean-Marc Prunet Benoit SERINGE Bertrand Uchan Félix Wang Tobias Poirier

??Exciting news from Cathay Innovation! We’re thrilled to announce that three of our portfolio companies, Alma, Descartes Underwriting & Beem have been recognized in the prestigious Sifted #50: France Leaderboard (2024) : https://lnkd.in/eKGXba_T ?? The?Sifted 50?honors France’s fastest-growing startups by revenue, showcasing those who are shaping the future of tech innovation. Together, these 50 standout companies have collectively generated an astounding €2 billion in revenue over the past three years, creating jobs for over?5,084 people! ??We are incredibly proud to support Alma, Descartes Underwriting & Beem as they continue to break new ground and redefine the landscape of French innovation. Bravo, Alma, Descartes Underwriting & Beem for leading the way! Cc: Denis Barrier Jacky Abitbol Louis C. Tanguy Touffut Ralph FEGHALI

?? The replay is live! Don’t miss our thought-provoking panel discussion, "L'IA vaut-elle le co?t ?", featuring our founder Denis Barrier alongside esteemed leaders from Mirabaud Asset Management, Orange Ventures, and Messier & Associés. Moderated by Sylvain Rolland, the session delves into the key questions shaping the AI landscape: - How do investors evaluate the true value of AI? - What strategies do venture capitalists like Cathay Innovation use to navigate a high-valuation sector? - What are the risks and opportunities driving the future of AI investments? ?? Watch the full replay here :

Today, Denis Barrier will be speaking at the Artificial Intelligence Marseille (AIM) event, organized by CMA CGM and La Tribune. He’ll join an exciting panel of thought leaders to discuss the essential question: "Is AI Worth the Investment?" This roundtable, led by Sylvain Rolland, will explore the value of AI both for investors and for companies navigating transformation and investment decisions. Denis will share insights on what venture capitalists consider when investing in AI, how Cathay Innovation approaches sectoral investment strategies, and the ways to navigate risks in a high-valuation landscape.?He’ll be joined by John Plassard from Mirabaud Asset Management, Jerome Berger from Orange Ventures, and Mathieu Gross from Messier & Associés, each bringing a unique viewpoint to this critical debate. The panel will take place at 2:50pm, you can join us live following this link : https://lnkd.in/eByBC9MZ

?? What an electrifying evening at STATION F #Future40 announcement dinner! Proud to have celebrated this milestone alongside France's most innovative startups. Supporting the future of tech means not only believing in tomorrow's most promising startups but actively backing them today. We’re thrilled that Entalpic, a standout in our portfolio, was among this year’s #Future40 nominees! The caliber of founders and the presence of France’s leading VCs showcased the incredible momentum in our ecosystem. Congratulations to Entalpic and all #Future40 startups – your vision and ambition are inspiring. This is just the beginning, and we're excited to continue supporting Europe’s next tech champions. #Future40 #SupportingInnovation #StartupSuccess #StationF #VC #CathayInnovation #VCCommunity #Entalpic Cc : Denis Barrier Jacky Abitbol Emanuele De Leonardis Joy Boublil (李悦)

?? We're in Bangkok for #Devcon2024! ?? While there, we joined a pitch competition organized by our portfolio company, BOB Buildt on Bitcoin. Great to see innovation in action and connect with the amazing minds driving the future of tech. Big thanks to BOB for hosting such an inspiring event! ?? #Blockchain #Crypto #Innovation #CathayInnovation Cc : Denis Barrier Marguerite de Tavernost Alban Vendeuvre

I was honored to be part of the first panel organized by the #biotech/#healthtech committee of French Tech San Francisco Especially on my favorite topic: personalized medicine and health. I was proud to share how Cathay Innovation’s portfolio of startups (Owkin Bioptimus , Inato, Nabla, etc.) are contributing to this revolution. If you’re curious to learn more, I highly recommend the excellent article by Elijah Yi , health investor at Cathay innovation: https://lnkd.in/gJkkUWCr Above all, I was humbled to share the stage with such brilliant and kind individuals, including Brice Gaudilliere, MD, PHD, Stanford University – Research in AI for personalized medicine , Dan Drozd, MD MSc CMO of PicnicHealth , Industry applications of AI in healthcare, and Xinkun Nie, PhD CEO of Lighten. Amazing moderation by our excellent host Nicole Daley, Partner, Allen & Overy Shearman Thank you so much Sophie Rougerie , Julia Rebouillat-Clifford, PhD and Blandine Merino for the perfect organization! And the attendees were also very impressive: from Lisiena HYSENAJ, Ph.D to Eric Buatois , Eric Benhamou , Valentine Asseman, PharmD , Antoine Villata , Elsa Jungman, Ph.D. , Corinne Grillet and many more, it was an amazing networking opportunity.

?? Venture Capital's Bet on GridTech for National Resilience: 5 Essentials for Founders With energy resilience a top priority, gridtech is powering the transition to a secure, stable grid for the future. Following Jonathan Healy's latest article in Latitude, he's digging deeper on the blog — breaking down: ?? What has thrust gridtech into the limelight: aging infra, climate change, geopolitics & supply chain, connected devices & DERs ?? Public funding & the broader capital influx: gov + VC ?? Top areas drawing investment & key considerations for founders building across the gridtech stack The urgency for innovation in gridtech has never been greater. A resilient grid isn’t just keeping the lights on—it's about national security and economic stability. Who will be the next disruptor? Read here: https://lnkd.in/ginn97gD CC: Denis Barrier Simon Wu Daniela Caserotto-Leibert Brian Schwarzbach Andrea You Elijah Yi Matthieu Soulé Arnaud Auger Cathay Capital #GridTech #ClimateTech #EnergyInnovation #VentureCapital

?? We're Hiring! ?? We are looking for our new Analyst Intern to join our Paris office for six months starting in February/March 2025. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in venture capital, work alongside a dynamic team, and contribute to the growth of innovative companies. ?? Location: Paris ?? Status: Full-time ?? Compensation: Competitive If you're ready to make an impact and eager to learn, check out the details and apply through the link below!