SoftBank Investment Advisers

SoftBank Investment Advisers is a venture capital firm established in 2017 and headquartered in London, United Kingdom. It operates as a subsidiary of SoftBank Group Corp. and specializes in growth capital and late-stage investments predominantly within the technology sector. The firm focuses on a diverse array of industries, including internet-of-things, artificial intelligence, robotics, telecommunications, computational biology, fintech, and digital financial services. With a preference for global investments, particularly in the United States, SoftBank Investment Advisers typically commits a minimum of $100 million to both minority and majority stakes in private and public companies. The firm is known for offering operational expertise and leveraging a vast global network, aiming to support innovative companies that have the potential to revolutionize their respective fields. It maintains additional offices in key locations such as Tokyo, San Francisco, and Singapore.

Karim Abouzahr

Director, SoftBank Europe Ventures

Lee Bocker

COO

John Cassidy

Investment Director, Life Sciences and HealthTech

Tom Cheung

Partner, Americas

Rodrigo Costa

Partner

Serena Dayal

Investment Director

Angela Du

Investor

Colin Fan

Managing Partner, Americas, Asia

Ted Fike

Director, Americas

Ronald Fisher

Executive Vice Chairman

Eric Gan

Executive Vice President

Navneet Govil

Managing Partner, CFO

Ayush Jain

Investment Vice President

Lydia Jett

Partner

Sumer Juneja

Partner and Head of India

Robert Kaplan

Investment Director

Hiroaki Kitano

SVP

Anna Lo

Director, Americas

Amit Lubovsky

Director, Americas

Jimi Macdonald

Director

Ken Miyauchi

Representative Director and Senior Executive Vice President

Greg Moon

Managing Partner, Asia

Akshay Naheta

Partner, EMEA

Karol Niewiadomski

Partner

Shu Nyatta

Managing Partner

Max Ohrstrand

Partner, EMEA

Vikas Parekh

Partner

Yanni Pipilis

Managing Partner

Narendra Rathi

Director, Asia

Saleh Romeih

Managing Partner, Investment Committee Member, SBIA, EMEA

David Thevenon

Partner

Ram Trichur

Partner

Ervin Tu

Partner, Americas

Munish Varma

Partner, EMEA, Asia

Aaron Wong

Vice President

Andrew Zloto

Investment Director

Tim Yap

Director, EMEA

Vishal Gupta

Director

Past deals in Insurance

Better.com

Post in 2025
Better.com democratized the home-financing ecosystem, replacing it with a digitized process that eliminates commissions, fees, unnecessary steps, and time-wasting branch appointments. In addition to providing mortgage rates in seconds, Better.com’s platform offers a digital marketplace featuring competitive quotes from an array of insurance providers for the seamless purchase of a homeowner's insurance policy and instant access to leading real estate agents across the country. To date, Better.com has done $7.9B in home loans and $1B in insurance.

Better.com

Post in 2023
Better.com democratized the home-financing ecosystem, replacing it with a digitized process that eliminates commissions, fees, unnecessary steps, and time-wasting branch appointments. In addition to providing mortgage rates in seconds, Better.com’s platform offers a digital marketplace featuring competitive quotes from an array of insurance providers for the seamless purchase of a homeowner's insurance policy and instant access to leading real estate agents across the country. To date, Better.com has done $7.9B in home loans and $1B in insurance.

Tractable

Series E in 2023
Tractable Ltd. is a software company that specializes in artificial intelligence for accident and disaster recovery. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in London, the company creates AI algorithms that automate visual damage appraisal, enabling insurers to analyze photos of damaged vehicles and properties to predict repair costs rapidly. Tractable's platform streamlines traditional claims processes by providing real-time, end-to-end estimates, allowing repairs to commence sooner and thereby supporting the restoration of individuals' livelihoods. The company's technology leverages deep learning for image recognition and analysis, facilitating quick and accurate claims settlement for major insurers worldwide. Through its innovative solutions, Tractable aims to transform outdated practices in the insurance industry and enhance the efficiency of damage assessment.

Creditas

Series F in 2022
Creditas is a financial technology company that operates a digital platform that offers secured consumer loans. It uses credit scoring systems and borrowers’ assets, such as homes and automobiles as collateral to offer loans. Sergio Furio founded BankFacil in 2012 that later became Creditas. It has its headquarters in São Paulo in Brazil.

Justos

Series A in 2021
Justos is disrupting the insurance market in Latin America.

Devoted

Series D in 2021
Devoted Health is a healthcare company focused on enhancing the health and well-being of older Americans by treating each individual with care and compassion. The company offers an integrated healthcare solution that includes Medicare Advantage plans, access to local providers, and the option for virtual and in-home care through Devoted Medical. Their approach includes personalized medical plans and dedicated guides who work closely with physicians to streamline care and minimize unnecessary procedures. By leveraging advanced technology and a robust network of healthcare professionals, Devoted Health aims to provide high-quality, tailored healthcare services to its members.

Ethos Life

Series D in 2021
Ethos Life is an insurance company that provides modern and ethical life insurance to protect life. They’re building ground-breaking software for life insurance (a $650 billion market) and the company's mission is to make protecting your family affordable, accessible, and instant. It also employs a human approach in delivering its services. Ethos policies are issued and guaranteed by Legal & General America (LGA), a large U.S. life insurance provider since 1836. They use technology to learn about what makes you unique so that they can find new and truly personal ways to cover you. Ethos was founded in 2016, the company is headquartered in San Francisco, California, United States.

GAIL

Series A in 2021
GAIL is a generative AI solution for insurance agencies. It provides a multilingual AI capable of communicating via speech, SMS, email, and WhatsApp. It also provides recordings, transcripts, analytics, and follows up with callers with any necessary deliverables.

Better.com

Secondary Market in 2021
Better.com democratized the home-financing ecosystem, replacing it with a digitized process that eliminates commissions, fees, unnecessary steps, and time-wasting branch appointments. In addition to providing mortgage rates in seconds, Better.com’s platform offers a digital marketplace featuring competitive quotes from an array of insurance providers for the seamless purchase of a homeowner's insurance policy and instant access to leading real estate agents across the country. To date, Better.com has done $7.9B in home loans and $1B in insurance.

PolicyBazaar

Secondary Market in 2020
PolicyBazaar Insurance Brokers Private Limited is an online platform based in Gurugram, India, specializing in insurance services. Founded in 2014, the company offers a wide range of insurance products, including life, health, car, two-wheeler, travel, and home insurance. The platform features a comparison portal and mobile application that allow users to compare different insurance plans based on coverage, premiums, benefits, and exclusions. This enables consumers to make informed decisions about their insurance needs. Additionally, PolicyBazaar provides tools and calculators for users to estimate their insurance requirements and premiums. The company primarily generates revenue from its insurance brokerage services, while also aiming to enhance financial awareness in India regarding the implications of death, disease, and damage.

PolicyBazaar

Series G in 2019
PolicyBazaar Insurance Brokers Private Limited is an online platform based in Gurugram, India, specializing in insurance services. Founded in 2014, the company offers a wide range of insurance products, including life, health, car, two-wheeler, travel, and home insurance. The platform features a comparison portal and mobile application that allow users to compare different insurance plans based on coverage, premiums, benefits, and exclusions. This enables consumers to make informed decisions about their insurance needs. Additionally, PolicyBazaar provides tools and calculators for users to estimate their insurance requirements and premiums. The company primarily generates revenue from its insurance brokerage services, while also aiming to enhance financial awareness in India regarding the implications of death, disease, and damage.

Banco Inter

Post in 2019
Banco Inter is a subsidiary of Inter & Co., Inc. that provides digital banking services. It offers checking, personal, corporate, and microenterprise accounts; loans and credit cards; and investment and insurance services. Rubens Menin Teixeira de Souza and Marcos Alberto Cabaleiro Fernandez founded Banco Inter in 1994. It has its headquarters in Belo Horizonte in Brazil.

Collective Health

Series E in 2019
Collective Health is a prominent health benefits platform that streamlines the management of medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy services for employees and their families. By offering an integrated solution through a cloud-based self-insurance platform, the company simplifies the administration of health plans via a single portal. This platform provides users with clear guidance, live concierge support, and digital tools to facilitate the navigation and management of healthcare services. Collective Health aims to reduce the complexities of delivering health benefits, enhance the member experience, and promote healthier outcomes for both employees and organizations. Headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company also has offices in Chicago, Illinois, and Lehi, Utah.

Lemonade

Series D in 2019
Lemonade, Inc. is an insurance provider based in New York, offering a range of products in the United States and Europe. Founded in 2015, the company specializes in homeowners and renters insurance, covering stolen or damaged property and personal liability for accidents involving customers. Additionally, Lemonade offers landlord insurance policies for property owners renting out their units. The company distinguishes itself by utilizing artificial intelligence and behavioral economics to streamline the insurance process, replacing traditional brokers and paperwork with automated systems. As a licensed insurance carrier, Lemonade aims to enhance customer experience while promoting social good.

Getaround

Series D in 2018
Getaround, Inc. is an online marketplace that facilitates peer-to-peer car sharing and local car rentals, allowing users to rent cars by the hour or day through its app. Founded in 2009 and based in San Francisco, California, the company operates in several cities across the United States, including San Francisco, San Diego, Chicago, and Washington, D.C. Getaround’s platform utilizes patented technology to provide a contactless experience, eliminating the need for traditional rental procedures such as waiting in line or meeting car owners. Users can choose from a variety of vehicles, including luxury cars and trucks, while benefiting from included insurance and 24/7 roadside assistance. This model not only offers convenience but also helps car owners earn extra income, thereby reducing the cost of car ownership and promoting environmental sustainability.

Zhong An

Post in 2018
Zhong An Online is a Chinese property insurance company that sells all its products online along with handling claims. The company offers e-commerce, mobile payment, and financing guarantee for internet businesses and users. Founded in 2013, Zhong An Online offers business opportunities covering various areas, including the internet-based business and household property insurance, cargo insurance, liability insurance, and credit insurance.

PolicyBazaar

Series F in 2018
PolicyBazaar Insurance Brokers Private Limited is an online platform based in Gurugram, India, specializing in insurance services. Founded in 2014, the company offers a wide range of insurance products, including life, health, car, two-wheeler, travel, and home insurance. The platform features a comparison portal and mobile application that allow users to compare different insurance plans based on coverage, premiums, benefits, and exclusions. This enables consumers to make informed decisions about their insurance needs. Additionally, PolicyBazaar provides tools and calculators for users to estimate their insurance requirements and premiums. The company primarily generates revenue from its insurance brokerage services, while also aiming to enhance financial awareness in India regarding the implications of death, disease, and damage.

Swiss Re

Post in 2018
Swiss Re Group is a leading global provider of reinsurance and insurance-based risk transfer solutions, established in Zurich, Switzerland, in 1863. The company operates through three core divisions: property-casualty reinsurance, life and health reinsurance, and corporate solutions. Serving a diverse clientele that includes insurance companies, large corporations, and public sector entities, Swiss Re offers both standard and customized coverage across various lines of business. The firm's extensive expertise, financial strength, and innovative approach enable it to facilitate risk-taking essential for societal and enterprise advancement. With approximately 80 offices worldwide and a workforce of nearly 15,000 employees, Swiss Re is recognized as the second-largest reinsurer globally by market capitalization. The company maintains strong credit ratings from major agencies, reflecting its solid financial position and commitment to its clients.

Ping An Healthcare Management

Series A in 2018
Ping An Health has established a worldwide medical cooperation network and a customer service response system; both designed in order to provide group and individual customers with complete medical benefits, health care, and consultation services. Ping An Health has an advanced information management system which enables them to provide customers with 24-hour English/Chinese bilingual call services and emergency assistance services in major countries and regions around the world. Ping An Health was established on June 13, 2005 upon the approval of the China Insurance Regulatory Commission (CIRC) , as a professional health insurance company under Ping An Insurance (Group) Company of China, Ltd (otherwise referred to as “PAG”). The company, headquartered in Shanghai, has a registered capital worth of RMB 625 million. In August 2010, Ping An Health entered into a joint venture with Discovery, the largest health insurer in South Africa, which identified Discovery a strategic investor in to Ping An Group. With its global network, Ping An Health has an extensive business scope covering health insurance, accidental injury insurance, health insurance mandated by government, health consultation services, and health reinsurance.

Lemonade

Series C in 2017
Lemonade, Inc. is an insurance provider based in New York, offering a range of products in the United States and Europe. Founded in 2015, the company specializes in homeowners and renters insurance, covering stolen or damaged property and personal liability for accidents involving customers. Additionally, Lemonade offers landlord insurance policies for property owners renting out their units. The company distinguishes itself by utilizing artificial intelligence and behavioral economics to streamline the insurance process, replacing traditional brokers and paperwork with automated systems. As a licensed insurance carrier, Lemonade aims to enhance customer experience while promoting social good.

InsWeb

Venture Round in 1999
InsWeb Corporation operates an online insurance marketplace that electronically matches consumers and providers of automobile, property, health, term life, and small business insurance. The company's marketplace enables consumers to research insurance-related topics; search for, analyze, and compare insurance products; and apply for and receive quotes for coverage for automobile, property, health, term life, and small business insurance. InsWeb Corporation was founded in 1995 and is headquartered in Gold River, California.

InsWeb

Venture Round in 1998
InsWeb Corporation operates an online insurance marketplace that electronically matches consumers and providers of automobile, property, health, term life, and small business insurance. The company's marketplace enables consumers to research insurance-related topics; search for, analyze, and compare insurance products; and apply for and receive quotes for coverage for automobile, property, health, term life, and small business insurance. InsWeb Corporation was founded in 1995 and is headquartered in Gold River, California.
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