About Pontaq
Pontaq: Unlocking the Value of Cross-Border Innovation
Pontaq is a leading cross-border innovation fund that invests in early-stage technology businesses across the UK, India, USA and Canada. Since its inception in 2015, Pontaq has been at the forefront of unlocking significant value for both its investee companies and investors through its unique approach to cross-pollination of technology between geographies.
Headquartered in the UK, Pontaq has established itself as a trusted partner for entrepreneurs looking to scale their businesses globally. With a team of experienced professionals who have deep expertise in technology and finance, Pontaq provides not just capital but also strategic guidance and operational support to help companies achieve their growth objectives.
What sets Pontaq apart from other venture capital firms is its focus on cross-border innovation. By investing in companies that have innovative technologies with potential applications across different geographies, Pontaq creates synergies that can unlock significant value for all stakeholders involved.
For example, if a company based in India has developed an innovative software solution for logistics management that can be applied to supply chain operations globally, Pontaq can help it expand into new markets such as the UK or Canada by leveraging its network of contacts and resources. Similarly, if a company based in Canada has developed an AI-powered healthcare platform that could benefit patients worldwide, Pontaq can help it tap into new markets such as India or the USA where there is high demand for such solutions.
Pontaq's investment philosophy is grounded on three key principles: identifying disruptive technologies with global potential; partnering with visionary entrepreneurs who are passionate about solving real-world problems; and providing hands-on support throughout the growth journey.
To date, Pontaq has invested in several promising startups across different sectors including fintech, healthcare IT, e-commerce logistics and enterprise software. Some notable examples include:
- Cognitivescale: A US-based AI startup that provides enterprise-grade cognitive cloud solutions for financial services, healthcare and retail industries. Pontaq led a $15 million Series B funding round for Cognitivescale in 2017, which helped the company expand its operations globally.
- Locus: An India-based logistics management platform that uses AI and machine learning to optimize supply chain operations for e-commerce companies. Pontaq invested $4 million in Locus in 2019, which helped the company expand into new markets such as Southeast Asia and Australia.
- Vouchr: A Canada-based mobile payments startup that uses blockchain technology to enable secure and instant transactions between individuals and businesses. Pontaq invested $3 million in Vouchr in 2020, which helped the company launch its platform globally.
Pontaq's success is not just measured by financial returns but also by the impact it creates on society. By investing in companies that have innovative technologies with potential applications across different geographies, Pontaq is helping to create a more connected world where ideas can flow freely across borders.
If you are an entrepreneur with a disruptive technology that has global potential, or an investor looking to partner with a forward-thinking venture capital firm, then Pontaq could be your ideal partner. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you unlock the value of cross-border innovation.
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