Raw Ventures

Innovation fuels the venture capital ecosystem, but every raw idea comes with inherent risks. What lies at the core of smart venture investing? At Raw Ventures, we’ve fine-tuned our process to evaluate startups by weighing the #opportunity for #innovation against manageable risks. We’re not just betting on “disruptive” ideas, but ensuring those ideas can thrive in the real world. Our process begins by identifying value and market potential. We ask foundational questions: Is there a significant market for this idea? What does the growth trajectory look like? However, value isn’t enough; we also assess the venture’s risks and viability by examining the team’s ability to execute. In the early stages, a capable team can mean the difference between an ambitious concept and a thriving startup. Take, for example, our portfolio company Balena, a pioneer in #biodegradable polymers. Operating within the complex material science space, Balena stood out for its clear vision and technical expertise. Similarly, EZbra, founded by a breast cancer survivor, addresses a crucial gap in postoperative care with the first sterile, certified wound dressing for women—turning a personal challenge into an innovative solution. Finding the balance between innovation and #risk doesn’t mean avoiding uncertainty altogether. Instead, it’s about ensuring startups have a strong foundation to manage those uncertainties. We embrace this balance as an integral part of smart venture investing, creating partnerships that foster growth, innovation, and impact. Swipe through our approach to see how we balance innovation with risk when considering raw opportunities.

Germany continues to play a pivotal role in Europe’s thriving #startup ecosystem, as highlighted in the Sifted 250 report. While the European landscape is evolving with increased representation from emerging regions like Lithuania and Portugal, Germany remains a hub for #innovation in consumer-facing tech, climate solutions, and deeptech. This momentum underscores a growing emphasis on scalable, impactful technologies that merge creativity with functionality. One of our portfolio companies, German-based transfermedia production services GmbH, exemplifies this spirit of innovation with Jay: Unlock the future of streaming, its in-stream shopping solution designed to revolutionize the #streaming industry. Innovations like Jay highlight the growing importance of tailored solutions in the European tech #ecosystem, addressing specific market needs while driving user engagement. Germany’s commitment to nurturing such advancements is part of a larger trend: its adaptability and robust support for startups ensure the country remains at the forefront of Europe’s innovation economy. We’re proud to support companies like Transfermedia that are transforming industries with creativity and strategic execution. You can find the full report in the comments section 💬

Thrilled to share news from our portfolio company Balena! The material science startup has partnered with the iconic Portuguese footwear brand Lemon Jelly to launch the Nyssa Bag, the world’s first handbag crafted entirely from BioCir® Flex, a durable, fully compostable #biomaterial.  This groundbreaking collaboration marks Balena’s first commercial product launch and sets a new standard for #circularfashion We’re proud to see Balena making #sustainability accessible without compromising style or performance, and look forward to continuing supporting their journey.

We’re excited to announce our investment in Novo, a cutting-edge US-based #legaltech startup that's reshaping the industry by transforming the way personal injury attorneys work. Novo’s AI-driven platform automates the creation of demand letters and medical chronologies, streamlining a traditionally time-consuming process. By reducing administrative tasks, Novo empowers attorneys to focus on winning strategies to serve clients more efficiently and effectively. At Raw Ventures, we continually seek to back solutions that can make a real difference at the intersection of #technology and established industries, building a diversified portfolio of transformative solutions. Novo perfectly embodies this vision, and we’re thrilled to support their mission to modernise legal services and drive the adoption of AI across the legal industry.

The technology landscape is rapidly advancing, and Gartner’s latest predictions for 2025 highlight key trends that will drive both innovation and disruption. Here’s where we can expect to see promising opportunities: ◼️ Agentic AI – Autonomous software that can make independent decisions will boost productivity and redefine efficiency. For #VCs, this trend signals opportunities in startups innovating autonomous processes. ◼️ AI Governance Platforms – As AI evolves, so does the demand for governance tools that ensure models are reliable, fair, and compliant. This creates prime opportunities to #invest in companies committed to ethical, transparent #AI, a priority to foster long-term trust in the industry. ◼️ Spatial Computing – This technology bridges the gap between digital and physical realms, enabling richer user experiences. With the spatial computing market projected to grow from $110 billion to $1.7 trillion by 2033, this area is particularly exciting for the media and entertainment industries, making it a strong investment prospect. ◼️ Energy-Efficient Computing – With the surge in AI and #mediatech, energy-efficient computing has become essential for scaling high-performance applications without inflated operational costs. Investing in startups focused on optimising energy use can unlock efficiency gains and improve margins, offering clear value for growth-minded portfolios. At Raw Ventures, we’re keenly focused on how these trends will shape our investments. By staying on top of these trends, we’re not only identifying high-growth opportunities but also helping shape industries where technology can meet tomorrow’s demands. Check out the other 6 trends listed in the Gartner report by following the link in comments ⬇

We’re proud to announce our investment in iFAST Diagnostics, a UK-based healthtech startup that aligns with our growing focus on healthcare innovation. We continue to back solutions that can make a real difference, and iFAST is at the forefront of combating the critical issue of antimicrobial resistance — a challenge that demands urgent attention on a global scale. iFAST’s rapid Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing (AST) platform delivers results in under three hours — 10x faster than traditional methods — enabling clinicians to make life-saving decisions quickly. We look forward to seeing their continued growth and success as they bring this innovative #technology to market, not only transforming the #healthcare sector, but, most importantly, saving millions of lives in the process.

How can you highlight your technology's value proposition? At Raw Ventures, we believe that presenting a compelling #valueproposition is key to capturing interest and securing support from investors and other stakeholders. To help you effectively communicate the worth of your #product or service, we’ve compiled five essential tips. By following these, you can maximise the odds your solution shines and gets the recognition it deserves.

Acute infection and sepsis are massive issues in #healthcare. In the United States alone, they account for half of all hospital deaths and one-third of misdiagnosis-related harms, and represent a cost of $53 billion to the Medicare program. Our portfolio company, Inflammatix, Inc., has developed a solution that reads the body’s immune response to an infection and differentiates infection types. This results in a more accurate diagnosis, preventing potentially fatal mistakes, and reducing the burden placed on the hospital system. TriVerity, the firm's rapid point-of-care system, has a 1-minute hands-on time and turns around results in 30 minutes, providing vital support to emergency physicians. The company has already executed clinical studies with top academic institutions, including Harvard and Stanford, and with two of the best hospital systems in the United States, the Mayo Clinic and the Cleveland Clinic, among others. Disclaimer: The TriVerity Test System is not for sale. It is currently pending FDA clearance and has not received marketing approval or clearance from regulatory authorities in any jurisdiction. Read more:

Yesterday, we held our second annual Global MediaTech Pitch Day in Potsdam, and this year was on a whole new level! Hundreds of MediaTech startups from all continents in the pipeline, amazing finalists, a promising investment shortlist, many partners, investors, and guests, a 5-camera live stream, high-quality industry analytics, and stellar PR. I’m proud of our team, grateful to all our partners, impressed by our finalists, and inspired by the support we’ve received. It is an honor to lead this initiative, and I couldn’t be prouder of how far we've come. Big thanks to our amazing host this year, Anisah Osman Britton MBE —you were incredible! Thank you to MediaTech Hub Conference, Peter Effenberg, Felix Briegel, Andrea Wickleder and everyone—it was great working with you again. Special thanks to Dina Mostovaya Natalia E. and Catalina Modirca for your excellent support, creativity, and for helping us articulate our ideas so well. We move forward, continuing to shape the future of the MediaTech industry! #mediatech #rawventures

At Raw Ventures, we are on a mission to build the future of #mediatech by discovering and accelerating transformative ideas. For this reason, the Global MediaPitch Day marks a significant milestone for us. We're proud to announce that following a rigorous selection process, we've selected two exceptional startups as this year's winners. The road wasn't easy: Initially, over 400 companies applied to participate. We then narrowed it down to 8 finalists, all of which demonstrated enormous potential and are still under consideration for investment opportunities. Having said that, let's congratulate the two champions: DeafTawk is on a mission to bridge vital communication gaps for the hearing-impaired community through a real-time sign language solution. Vochlea Music is a trailblazer in music technology that transforms vocal sounds—whether singing, beatboxing, or even humming—into intricate melodies. Both ventures will receive a cash prize of €10,000, with the potential for follow-on #funding of up to €1 million. We are also pleased to recognize AerariumChain as they received the Audience Choice Award. Finally, let's acknowledge the organizers of MediaTech Hub Conference and our panel of industry experts who was responsible for overseeing the selection process and making the difficult decisions: Victoria Palatnik, Managing Partner of Raw Ventures Adi Rabinovich 齐阿迪, Principal Strategy Manager of OPPO Gillad Osterer, CEO of SEO Entertainment GmbH A LEONINE COMPANY Jeannine Koch, CEO of medianet berlinbrandenburg e.V. Dag Ainsoo, General Partner of Startup Wise Guys Antoine Veisse, Head of project of Music Tech France We look forward to following these companies as they progress, and to keep nurturing ideas that shape the future of mediatech! Photo: Peter Himsel