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Activat VC

Activat VC is a Kazakhstan-based venture capital firm that invests in early-stage startups, primarily in the IT sector. Founded in 2014, it combines financial support with mentorship and a strong network of partnerships.

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Overview

What Activat VC does

What Activat VC is

Activat VC is a Kazakhstan-based venture capital firm that invests in early-stage startups, primarily in the IT sector. Founded in 2014, it combines financial support with mentorship and a strong network of partnerships.

How it participates in the startup ecosystem

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Operational profile

Organization status and context

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Operational status
Active
Organization type
Venture Capital
Founded
Founded in 2014
Approximate age
About 12 years
Structured capabilities
Funder · Community
Last reviewed
April 30, 2026

Official channels

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Capability profile

Activat VC as a funder

Investment thesis

Activat VC invests 'smart money' in early-stage IT startups by combining capital with expertise, partnerships, mentorship, and access to its startup and investor communities.

Focus narrative

Activat VC focuses on investing in early-stage IT startups, providing 'smart money' in the form of capital, expertise, and established partnerships. The firm supports startups across various sectors, particularly in technology and digital services.

Value beyond capital

Activat VC adds value to its portfolio companies by providing not only capital but also mentorship, access to a network of entrepreneurs and investors, and strategic partnerships that can help startups grow and succeed.

Terms and economics

Typical check
$10,000–$100,000
Sweet spot
$100,000

Availability

Currently deploying
Yes

Portfolio and track record

Recorded portfolio count
9
Recorded notable exits
Billz

Portfolio context

Notable portfolio companies include: Behype: A platform revolutionizing influencer marketing by enabling brands to launch viral campaigns. Status: Pre-seed. Winest: An AI-driven platform helping wine enthusiasts select wines that match their personal tastes. Status: Funded. Epoint: A platform allowing small businesses to accept online payments and manage deliveries. Status: Funded. Glorri: An ATS that simplifies hiring using AI to find qualified candidates. Status: Funded. Billz: A retail management platform for small businesses. Status: Exit. PLATMA: A no-code platform for creating web applications. Status: Funded. I-teka: A digital service facilitating interactions between patients and medical institutions. Status: Owned. EasyTap: A service for finding hourly employees for stores and restaurants. Status: Funded. ApartX: A service for convenient apartment rentals using smart locks. Status: Funded.

Capability profile

Activat VC as a community

Community overview

Activat VC is a venture capital firm founded in 2014 in Kazakhstan, initially established as a startup studio. Over the years, it has transitioned into an investment company that provides early-stage startups with financial support and mentorship. The firm has developed a network of young entrepreneurs and investors, forming the Activat Startup community, which includes around 250 founders and team members. Activat VC has expanded its geographical reach, collaborating with American partners and investing in successful startups in the U.S.

Community focus

Activat VC invests in early-stage IT startups, providing 'smart money' in the form of capital, expertise, and established partnerships. The firm focuses on supporting startups across various sectors, particularly in technology and digital services, including SaaS, AI, HR tech, and more.

Member value

Members of the Activat Startup community benefit from access to financial support, mentorship, and a network of entrepreneurs and investors. The community fosters collaboration and provides resources to help startups grow and succeed in their respective markets.

Membership

Recorded members
250
Pricing models
free

Format and cadence

Modality
hybrid
Schedule
rolling-admissions
Commitment
light

Availability

Membership state
Accepting

Audience and fit

Audience
Founders · Investors
Benefits
mentorship and network-access
Program types
community
Selection criteria
application
Stages
Pre-seed · Seed
Sectors
SaaS · AI · Hrtech · Edtech · Creator Tools · Agtech
Regions
Central Asia

Community activity

Events and activity

Activat VC does not currently host recurring events or signature gatherings.

Notable members

Notable portfolio companies include Behype, Winest, Epoint, Glorri, Billz, PLATMA, I-teka, EasyTap, and ApartX.

Common questions

What to know about Activat VC

Upseed classifies Activat VC under the Venture Capital organization type. Its current public profile includes funder and community capabilities.

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Source basis

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Last reviewed

April 30, 2026

Known limits

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