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Founded in 1920, kicker Ventures GmbH is a venture capital firm based in Germany, operating as the investment arm of Olympia-Verlag. The firm specializes in early-stage investments, particularly in the gaming and media sectors, with a portfolio that includes five companies. It invests in emerging startups, ranging from minority stakes to full acquisitions.
kicker Ventures primarily invests in Pre-Seed and Seed stage companies within the technology, sports, gaming, and media sectors. The firm seeks to partner with interesting founder teams and is open to participating in later-stage financing rounds as a long-term investor.
Notable companies in kicker Ventures' portfolio include Tickaroo, a live content software provider; EarlyGame Group, a gaming and entertainment brand; Thinking Apps, which develops digital assistants; Handball World, a leading handball news portal; and Quarter Media, focused on digital advertising revenues.
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As of 2023, kicker Ventures acquired Handball World and fully acquired Quarter Media in 2024, expanding its portfolio in the sports and media sectors.
Yes, kicker Ventures often leads investment rounds, particularly in the early stages of funding.
The firm is open to follow-on investments, supporting its portfolio companies through multiple financing rounds.
Specific details about the fund size are not publicly available.
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