Organization · Venture Capital

Roosh

Roosh is an investment group based in Kyiv, Paris, and London, focusing on early-stage startups in sectors like corporate SaaS, FinTech, gaming, and AI. It operates through Roosh Ventures and Roosh X, providing operational support and a strong international network.

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Overview

What Roosh does

What Roosh is

Roosh is an investment group based in Kyiv, Paris, and London, focusing on early-stage startups in sectors like corporate SaaS, FinTech, gaming, and AI. It operates through Roosh Ventures and Roosh X, providing operational support and a strong international network.

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 2013
Approximate age
About 13 years
Structured capabilities
Funder
Last reviewed
March 27, 2026

Official channels

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Capability profile

Roosh as a funder

Investment thesis

Roosh focuses on capitalizing on innovative startups in the EU and US, particularly in enterprise SaaS, fintech, gaming, and AI. The firm combines equity investments with operational support to accelerate growth.

Focus narrative

Roosh Ventures invests in startups at stages ranging from pre-seed to Series A, with a strong emphasis on corporate SaaS solutions, fintech, gaming, and AI-based products. The firm co-invests alongside well-known global funds and targets markets primarily in the EU and the USA.

Value beyond capital

Roosh provides significant value to its portfolio companies through operational support, access to R&D infrastructure, and a strong international network of partners. The firm employs a dual strategy that combines equity investments with a focus on profitability and cash flow.

Focus and fit

Stages
Pre-seed · Seed · Series A
Sectors
SaaS · Fintech · Gaming · AI · Healthcare

Availability

Currently deploying
Yes

Portfolio and track record

Recorded portfolio count
35
Recorded notable exits
Deel, Oura, Pipe, and Dapper Labs

Portfolio context

Notable portfolio companies include Deel, a unicorn in the HR and payroll sector; Oura, known for its health wearables; Pipe, which offers revenue-based financing; and Dapper Labs, famous for NBA Top Shot. Other investments include Alma, Playco, and Gladia, an AI-based transcription platform.

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What to know about Roosh

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Source basis

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Last reviewed

March 27, 2026

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