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Darwin Venture Management is a boutique venture investment firm headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, with offices in Hsinchu and the United States. Since our founding in 2009, we have managed nine funds, investing primarily in Series A/B, late-stage, and secondary funds. In 2022, we also launched an evergreen angel fund to enable more nimble bets on promising early-stage teams, and especially those coming from Taiwan’s superb academic and research institutions. This exposure across stages and borders, coupled with the strong technical background of our team, is the source of Darwin’s differentiation.

Jason Lu / Director

Portfolio
funP, Clearmind, Proxifile, SiAT, High Entropy Materials Inc., Ufi Space Co., Ltd., Spirit Scientific Labs, CardioRing, Numbers, KKday, iCHEF, inline, Fansi, EUI, Spiderlabs, Flow Solution, Lungteh Shipbuilding Co., Ltd., Red Leader, Nelumbo, iVideosmart, bubbleye, Carota, Atgenomix, Jubo Health, Gamma, Camlann Games, Zehitomo, BallWave, 3DPC, Syncell

Fields of Investment
Prospective technology, digital economy, medical care, innovative materials

Investment Rounds
Seed and series A

FSP Group is one of the global leading power supply manufacturer. Since its establishment in 1993, FSP Group has followed the management conception “service, profession, and innovation” to continuously fulfill its responsibilities as a green energy resolution supplier. With the combination of its leading role in power supply technology and the cultivation of green energy field, FSP Group now provides more competitive quality products and makes itself the most reliable partner for customers, consumers, and suppliers with joint creation of maximized values.

Wen Chun Yao / Spokesman/Executive Assistant to Chairman

Portfolio
Voltronic Power Technology Corp.,Taiwan Truewin Technology Co., Ltd., Oriental Union Chemical Corporation, Dong Yao Biotechnology co., LTD., Powerland

Fields of Investment
Power electronics, energy storage, electric vehicles, semiconductors, sensor, image detection, payment flow and others

Investment Rounds
After series A

Genesis Capital Limited was founded by Dr. Wu-Fu Chen, a renowned figure in the venture capital industry, and is chaired by Mr. Po-Hsun Chen. Dr. Wu-Fu Chen is one of the founders of the 3G mobile communications standard and is a leading figure in the venture capital industry. Mr. Po-Hsun Chen, who has extensive experience in financial management and renewable energy entrepreneurship, is responsible for the operation and management of the company. Genesis Capital Limited aims to accompany the growth of new enterprises through the concept of "input and innovation". Our core value lies in three key strengths: breadth of resources, depth of counseling, and flexibility in decision-making, with fundraising and financial consulting as our key strengths. In addition, our strategic partners will be a strong support to our portfolio companies and all investors.

Charles Hsieh / General Manager

Portfolio
MAYO Human Capital Inc., Cheng Mei Instrument Technology Co., Ltd., PlayNitride Inc., Techzone Technology Materials Co., Trio Technology Co., Ltd., AP Biosciences , Inc., Gogolook, Foxtron Inc.

Fields of Investment
Finance, AI, Enterprise, Software, 5G Apllications, Renewable Energy, Real Estate, Preventive Healthcare

Investment Rounds
Before Series B, After Series B

Golden Canyon Venture Capital Investment Co.,Ltd is a 100% subsidiary of the listed company Chien Kuo Construction Co., Ltd., and its main business is to invest in unlisted companies with development potential.

Jonathan Lee / General Manager

Portfolio
Locus Cell 、MEGA UNION TECHNOLOGY、Brain Navi、Phoenix Pioneer technology、TCM BIOTECH INTERNATIONAL、Revivegen、AuthenX

Fields of Investment
unlimited

Investment Rounds
Expansion period

HIM International Music is an independent record label and artist management company. It focuses on investing in life and entertainment-related areas.

Roger Lu / Vice President

Portfolio
iCarry(ACpay, TSE 6984), BEAST KINGDOM, ECOCO, DaMou Entertainment

Fields of Investment
Life and entertainment related industries, cultural and creative performing arts, new technology application, 5G application, XR application, Gaming, and Sports

Investment Rounds
Before IPO

Hive Ventures invests in early stage teams, who seeks to develop the building blocks of the SMART Hyperconnected world.

Ryan Chang / Principal


Portfolio
Canner, PicSee, Botrista, ProfetAI, InstillAI, InfuseAI, IsCoolLab, KryptoGO

Fields of Investment
AI, Big Data, IoT, SAAS, Blockchain

Investment Rounds
Seed to series A

Intellectual Property Innovation Corporation (IPIC) is a new venture which is spinoff from ITRI. Operating as a wholly owned subsidiary of ITIC, IPIC aims to help capital investment of the domestic startups or enterprises, provide patent analysis service, assist researchers commercialize their invention, and enhance industry competitive advantage. Services include diversified capital investment and integrated IP management.

Xiao Zhen Wang / Assistant Manager

Portfolio
Seer Microelectronics, Inc., Taiwan Electron Microscope Instrument Corporation, KNCKFF Co., Ltd., InterAgent Co., Ltd., Orion go Co., Ltd., Phoenix Pioneer technology

Fields of Investment
All kinds of early technology

Investment Rounds
Seed, angel round

LUCIMA is an investment company specializing in primary (VC and PE) and secondary markets (US/Asia equities). Our venture investments span Healthcare, Telecom, Technology, Green Energy, and SaaS.

Fion Yen / Assistant

Portfolio
WISH MOBILE、GREEN SHEPHERD、VERYBUY)、PT CEMERLANG MULTIMEDIA

Fields of Investment
AI & Data Intelligence、AR/VR、Green Energy、Connecting Device & IoT、Mobile Application、Digital Content & Experience Technology、Martech & New Commerce、Cool ideas & New Business

Investment Rounds
Pre A to Series B

Mega International Commercial Bank Co., Ltd. (Mega Bank) has come into being as a result of the merger of The International Commercial Bank of China and Chiao Tung Bank, effective on August 21, 2006. Both banks have been proud of their longtime histories of outstanding track records in our country. Building on the professional advantages inherited from The International Commercial Bank of China and Chiao Tung Bank, the Bank leads the domestic banking industry in various areas, including international trade and foreign exchange, international syndicated loans, project financing, and innovative and venture capital. Leveraging the advantage of its global presence and correspondent banks, the Bank has made immense contributions in supporting domestic companies to expand internationally, upgrading industrial, and promoting economic developments. In recent years, by following the footsteps of peers in advanced countries, the Bank is dedicating all efforts to optimizing corporate governance and promoting sustainable development.

Jack Han / Assistant VP

Portfolio
PharmaEssentia Corp, International Integrated Systems, Inc., Boretech Resource Recovery Technology Co., Ltd., Taiwan Aerospace Corporation, Ta Tun Electric Wire & Cable CO.,LTD.

Fields of Investment
There are no restrictions on the industries that banks can engage with

Investment Rounds
Growth to Extension Stage

Founded in 2019, Paragon Investment Corporation is venture capital firm focusing on early-stage tech companies. We invest in digital technologies and innovations such as Big Data, AI, Software in Taiwan, China, SEA, and North America, typically at the Seed to Series A stage. Our team has diversifying expertise, experience and connections with industries, dedicate to capitalize, support and grow the portfolios with resources and disciplines. Our vision is to help accelerate startups go global and create sustainable value.

Michael Lo / General Manager
Doris Huang / Vice President
Alvin Tseng / Vice President

Portfolio
Yoda Pharmaceuticals, GoSky AI, PrecisemAb Biotech, Gemini Data, Evo, GRAID, Lydia AI, Spaceship, International Accelerator

Fields of Investment
SaaS, AI, Big Data, Fintech, Biotech, Others(business model innovation)

Investment Rounds
Early Stage( Seed, Pre-A, A, B round)

Realtek Semiconductor Corp., located in the Hsinchu Science-based Industrial Park — Taiwan's "Silicon Valley" — began with a small group of young, devoted engineers in 1987. Over three decades, these young founding engineers built Realtek into one of the world's largest and most successful IC design houses. Realtek's efforts to provide the ultimate in pioneering IC technology — along with its firm commitment to creating unique and innovative designs for a broad range of high-tech applications — have won the company a worldwide reputation and made possible a favorable and consistent growth rate in the years since its establishment. We attribute this achievement to Realtek's tradition of excellence.

Ed Wei / Senior Adviser

Portfolio
CORTINA, Ubilinx, BobiTag, Bluocean, Cmeida

Fields of Investment
IC, Semiconductor, Medical Device, Automotive, AI, Social Media

Investment Rounds
Pre-A, Series A, Series B

Saga Unitek Venture is a professional venture capital and private equity fund management company, specializing in investing in middle-market, growth-oriented companies in China, Taiwan and the US. Our primary goals are to add value to our portfolio companies and consequently deliver a better return to our fund investors. We practice a hands-on approach. Each of our partners has in-depth, hands-on experience in operating and managing companies. Saga Unitek manages a sophisticated network and framework of quality deal sourcing. The company consistently reviews over 300 deals every year. We provide venture capital and growth capital to fledgling companies with growth potential, proprietary advantage in its chosen segment.

Alex Tsai / Vice President

Portfolio
Laster Tech Co., Ltd., Newmax Technology Co., Ltd., G-tank International Co., Ltd., Yorkey Optical International (cayman) Limited, Unique Optical Industrial Co., Ltd., Formosa Advanced Technologies Co., Ltd., Subtron Technology Co., Ltd., Viking Tech Corporation, Leadtrend Technology Corporation, Asolid Technology Co., Ltd., Health Ever Bio-tech Co., Ltd., Wegoluck Co., Ltd., Genovior Biotech Corporation, Gemini Data, E-vehicle Semiconductor Technology Company Limited, Focaltech Smart Sensors Co., Ltd., Focaltech Smart Sensors Co., Ltd., Alar Pharmaceuticals Inc.

Fields of Investment
Biotech, Agriculture technology, optoelectronic, semiconductor, Internet, Software

Investment Rounds
Angel, pre A, series A, series B and series C

Founded in 1991, Sanlih E-television adheres to the spirit of "originality" and its core value is self-produced content. Sanlih provides five major content types to the public, including drama, entertainment, music, news, and finance. It has six TV channels (SET Taiwan channel, SET Metro channel, SET News, SET iNEWS, Sanlih International Channel, and MTV Entertainment Channel). Sanlih insists on producing 3,000 hours of tv programme every year as part of the largest content creation base in Taiwan focused on four significant aspects, including new media, publishing, cultural and creative exhibitions. Sanlih built a complete media ecosystem.

Jerry Wang / Director

Portfolio
Pushin Ranch、Wanpi World Safari Zoo

Fields of Investment
Travel and Tourism、Pet

Investment Rounds
Angel, pre A, series A, series B and series C

CVC of Shin Kong Mitsukoshi Department Store.

Veronica Chen / Senior Manager

Portfolio
Turn Cloud

Fields of Investment
Smart retail, General Consumer Sectors including brands and supply chains

Investment Rounds
Seed, Pre-A, A to Pre-IPO

SparkLabs Taiwan is a Taiwan Focus startup accelerator & VC fund that’s the beachhead for the outside, and a digital transformation catalyst for the inside. We invest in all the startups selected into our accelerator program with our own fund and assist them to go global and secure the next round of funding.

Edgar Chiu / Co-Founder & Managing Partner

Portfolio
H2U, FunNow, Pickupp, GRAID Technology, Just Kitchen, Kneron, Amazing Talker, Jmem tek

Fields of Investment
The full-range application of AI and data technology

Investment Rounds
Pre-Seed to Series A

TA Taipei Angels Investment hopes to invest in the startup team as an angel investor. In addition to providing appropriate financial support, the partners in various fields of Taipei Angels can provide professional management, market development, profit model, human resource planning, internal control management, corporate governance, etc. Consultation and resources.

Vincent Lu / General Partner & Director

Portfolio
EpiSonica Corporation, Genovior Biotech Corporation, FunNow Ltd, SciKet(科研市集), LumiSTAR Biotechnology, Inc., Sightour, Inc., AnHorn Medicines Co., Ltd., Tensor Tech CO., LTD

Fields of Investment
Biotech & CleanTech, Cultural Creativity Industry, Mobile & Commerce, Software & Services, Technology & Hardware.

Investment Rounds
seed, Angel and series A

Tachan Venture Management Corporation, wholly owned by Tachan Securities Co., Ltd, has been established for over a decade with a focus on investing in high-potential companies and supporting their growth. Leveraging our extensive experience in venture capital and financial advisory, we are committed to providing long-term, stable financial support, IPO planning, and professional consulting services. Our goal is to help companies achieve rapid growth and maximize their value.

Sherlock Wang / Sales Coordinator

Portfolio
uPI Semiconductor Corp., Taiwan Speciality Chemicals Corporation, Evergreen Steel Corp., Brillian Network & Automation Integrated System Co., Ltd., Chunghwa Precision Test Tech. Co., Ltd.

Fields of Investment
Not limited

Investment Rounds
Series A to Pre-IPO

Taichung Bank Venture Capital was established in 2020 and is a 100% subsidiary of Taichung Bank Securities. Taichung Bank Venture Capital focuses on potential companies locally and globally. At Taichung Bank Venture Capital, we try to combine group resources to provide financial services for companies at different development stages
Our advantage：
1. Abundant group resources and complete financial services.
2. Experienced and professional investment team.
3. Flexible and innovative investment strategy.
4. Integrate industrial resources to assist and guide the growth of enterprises through M&A.
Currently an investment partner for the Industrial Development Administration and the Small and Medium Enterprise and Startup Administration of the Ministry of Economic Affairs.

George Wang / Vice President

Portfolio
Has invested in 13 companies since its establishment.

Fields of Investment
IC Design, Biotechnology, AI, Circular Economy, Electrical Engineering, Steel.

Investment Rounds
After Series B

Taiwan Mobile Co. (TWM) is a leading telecom operator providing mobile, fixed-line, cable TV and broadband services.

Ken Chang / Manager

Portfolio
91APP, Cloudmile, LineMan, Soundon, Carsome, 17Live

Fields of Investment
Cybersecurity, cloud, AI, Mobility

Investment Rounds
Series B to Pre-IPO

In order to drive domestic investment energy and enhance economic growth momentum, the National Development Council combined with private forces to establish the "Taiwania Capital Management Corporation". The company has raised two funds-"New Technology Fund (Taishan Buffalo)" and "Biotech Medical Fund (Taishan Buffalo No. 2)".

Andy Ho / Senior Investment Manager

Portfolio
Kdan Mobile Software Ltd., DCARD TAIWAN LTD., ANNJI PHARMACEUTICAL CO., LTD., EirGenix Inc., SyneuRx International (Taiwan) Corp., Canner, Inc., URSrobot AI Inc., Tantti Laboratory Inc., Cognito Health Inc., MECHAVISION INC., Ubiik Inc., etc.

Fields of Investment
IoT, Biotechnology and Medicine

Investment Rounds
Early to Extension Stage

TFB Capital is a venture capital company which is wholly owned by Taipei Fubon Bank.

Loren Wu / Investment Associate
Wiki Liu / Investment Associate

Portfolio
10 investments in fintech and smart manufacturing in Asia, America and Africa

Fields of Investment
FinTech and the “Five Plus Two Industry Innovation Plan” promoted by the Taiwanese government

Investment Rounds
Series A to Pre IPO

With more than $1.2 billion under management, TTVC also manages government-aided equity to invest innovative companies and catalyze enterprise development. Our investment portfolio covers a broad spectrum of technologies and markets such as IT, healthcare, consumer product, and material sciences sectors.

Jerry Chen / Director

Portfolio
91APP, Bafang Yunji International Company, AnnJi Pharmaceutical, Steminent Biotherapeutics, Inc., Somnics, Inc., Yun Yun Ai Baby Camera Co., Ltd., Pressplay, Hahow, Backer Founder

Fields of Investment
New economic , AI, biotechnology, medicine and health-related industries

Investment Rounds
Series A, series B and seriesC

Founded in 1951, the United Daily News Group (UDN Group) has chronicled news and history made each day for more than 70 years. Looking forward, the UDN Group continues to move to digital convergence for sustainable operation of its journalistic endeavors, aiming to make Taiwan a better place.

Gaviann Tseng / Investment Manager

Portfolio
Funiverse Co, L'elan Enterprise CO, WritePath, ikala, GoodDeal, koodata, ischool , LaVidaTecCo, Jubo

Fields of Investment
Tier 1: Financial data, AI
Tier 2: Cultural and Creative/IP, Healthcare, Education
Tier 3: Curating, Audio/Video

Investment Rounds
PreA to Series B

Vedan Enterprise Co. has the certificate of ISO 22000, FSSC 22000, TQF, HACCP, GMP accreditations + FSA, also has won a gold medal in the Biotechnology Category of National Bio & Medical Care Quality Award, followed by a group award of the Annual Outstanding Bio-Technology Industry Development Award. With our tightly integrated business management, innovative product research/development, microbiological fermentation applications, and environmental awareness, Vedan has been widely recognized in the food biotechnology industries. We are firm in our core competence of food and biotechnology when it comes to enhancing competitiveness and establishing a solid foundation for future development in food manufacturing and biotechnology.
Since 2006, the domestic business department has transformed into an independent company (Champion Marketing Co., Ltd.). With a sales team adept at independent thinking, extensive market and distribution experience, and robust logistical support, it provides comprehensive sales and management services for products. Vedan becomes a powerful driving force for brand owners to expand into the Taiwan market.

Mei-Chin Chen / Strategic General Manager
Rita Wei / Assistant Manager

Portfolio


Fields of Investment
Food, Consumer goods, Distribution, and service-related industries

Investment Rounds
After pre-A

Walden International was established in 1987 and is headquartered in San Francisco, USA, with offices in Taipei, Silicon Valley, Singapore, Beijing, Shanghai, India and Israel. Walden International manages more than US$2.6 billion in funds worldwide, with more than 500 investee companies in 12 countries, and successfully listed on 15 stock exchanges.

Samantha Lee / Investment Director

Portfolio
AThe News Lens, Realbone Technolgy, etc.

Fields of Investment
Semiconductors and Electronics, Clean Tech, Health & Life Science, Consumer, Internet & Digital Media and Software, Emerging Technologies

Investment Rounds
Seed , early stage and expansion stage

Founded in October 2010, Yu Tong Construction specializes in land development and residential construction. In 2023, the company expanded its operations by establishing an investment department in Taipei, focusing on startups and securities investments.

Chris Chen / Director

Portfolio
Figur8 (USA)、VOCXIHEALTH (USA)、GoodFin Fund (USA)、Flat Medical Inc. (BVI)

Fields of Investment
Investing primarily in light assets is the main investment principle. Key industries include biotechnology, AR VR XR, blockchain, IC design, new energy, etc

Investment Rounds
Seed to series B

104 Corporation, established in 1996, has been a leading provider of integrated human resource services in Taiwan. In 2006, 104 Corporation was the first internet company listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange. Consistently as Taiwan’s most visited human resources service website, the Company remains steadfast in its mission of being the leading brand in human resources across the Chinese-speaking world. In pursuing industrial innovation with C.M.O.S.A. (Cloud-based, Mobile Apps, Open platforms, Social media, and Artificial Intelligence) as core concepts, the Company provides a comprehensive range of HR-related services and management solutions, including online talent acquisition and recruitment, career exploration, course learning, mid & c-level headhunting, HR Portal, HR Academy, payroll management, testing and assessment, HR consulting, and employer brand.

Brenda Shih / Vice President

Portfolio
Sparklabs Taipei Fund 1, Wiedu Corp.

Fields of Investment
HR Tech, EdTech, AI, Content Innovation, etc

Investment Rounds
Seed to Pre-IPO