Octopus Ventures
Octopus Ventures is a London-based venture capital firm that backs technology-enabled startups across Europe, with a bias toward the UK. It invests across stages, from idea/concept through seed, Series A/B to growth, typically taking lead rounds and board seats. The firm targets sectors including health, fintech, deep tech, consumer, and B2B software, as well as climate and digital health, and provides hands-on support to help portfolio companies scale, not only capital. Annual activity amounts to several hundred million pounds, with equity investments ranging from relatively small rounds to tens of millions. It seeks to partner with founders for multi-year growth, and has backed notable companies such as ManyPets, Cazoo, Depop, Elvie, and WaveOptics. Operations span London and New York, aided by a network of partners in the US and Asia.
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Past deals in Photography
Lapse
Series A in 2024
Lapse is a social disposable camera application that allows users to capture and share photos in a nostalgic format reminiscent of traditional disposable cameras. The app facilitates private group chats where users can take up to 36 snapshots, creating a "roll" that is only accessible to group members for a limited time after the first image is taken. This design encourages spontaneity and a sense of shared experience among friends, promoting an engaging way to document moments together while maintaining privacy.
Smiler
Venture Round in 2023
Smiler is a global platform that connects professional photographers with consumers at popular tourist spots and leisure locations. Its mission is to make high-quality photography accessible to everyone, allowing users to capture memorable moments while providing photographers with flexible work opportunities.
Lapse
Seed Round in 2021
Lapse is a social disposable camera application that allows users to capture and share photos in a nostalgic format reminiscent of traditional disposable cameras. The app facilitates private group chats where users can take up to 36 snapshots, creating a "roll" that is only accessible to group members for a limited time after the first image is taken. This design encourages spontaneity and a sense of shared experience among friends, promoting an engaging way to document moments together while maintaining privacy.
LifeBook
Venture Round in 2012
LifeBook Ltd. is a company based in Godalming, United Kingdom, with an additional office in Florida, that specializes in providing individual autobiography publishing services. Incorporated in 2007, LifeBook enables customers to create personalized hardback books featuring color photographs, designed for sharing their life stories with family and friends. The company's focus is on delivering a meaningful and accessible experience for those wishing to document their personal narratives.
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