""We see the world really falling into three main spheres of economic activity, of political activity - the U.S., Europe, and China. We certainly see today that these three domains follow very, very different trajectories.""
""Our focus is in the physical world, anything around producing physical goods. We've found our niche.""
""There was a lot of enthusiasm around these themes back in 2021. In 2026, we're in a very, very different paradigm. It's all about AI, it's all about fast growth, very explosive growth.""
Kompas VC is responding to cultural and political divisions by launching a €160 million fund aimed at investing in startups that address industrial competitiveness. The firm identifies three main economic spheres: the U.S., Europe, and China, each following different trajectories. Kompas focuses on startups involved in decarbonization, productivity, and risk management, emphasizing the production of physical goods. The firm plans to lead early-stage rounds with investments ranging from €3 million to €5 million, capitalizing on the current trend of reshoring across various markets.
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