In a move signaling strong confidence in artificial intelligence startups, Basis Set Ventures, the San Francisco-based early-stage venture capital firm, has successfully closed its Fund IV at $250 million.
This latest fund underscores the firm’s continued commitment to backing founders who are harnessing AI to transform productivity across industries.
Driving AI Innovation Across Industries
Since its founding in 2027, Basis Set Ventures has focused on investing in companies that span the AI spectrum—from foundational, scalable infrastructure to specialized applications.
Their portfolio includes startups working on intelligent collaboration tools for the workplace, automated industrial workflows, and even fully autonomous machines.
Led by Dr. Lan Xuezhao, the firm takes a hands-on approach, seeking out founders who are pushing the boundaries of what AI can achieve in real-world settings.
Investment Strategy and Scope
Basis Set supports businesses from pre-seed all the way through Series A.
Their check sizes vary widely, from a few hundred thousand dollars to over $9 million.
Typically, the firm leads or co-leads pre-seed and seed rounds, investing between $1 million and $3 million for ownership stakes of 10% to 15%.
This approach allows them to partner closely with early-stage teams while providing meaningful financial backing.
Founder Support Through Specialized Programs
Beyond capital, Basis Set Ventures provides significant operational support through its Founder Success Program.
The program is designed to offer tailored, high-impact guidance, connecting founders with curated communities and hands-on learning experiences to tackle the most critical functions of early-stage startups.
Two standout tracks within the program include:
CTO Club — This closed-door community brings together technical leaders for expert-led sessions, roundtables, and shared resources.
CTOs gain insights into scaling infrastructure, building high-performing teams, and navigating the challenges of technical leadership.
Marketing & Sales Track — A private community tailored to go-to-market leaders, providing actionable strategies, playbooks, and networking opportunities to accelerate growth.
Looking Ahead
With Fund IV now closed, Basis Set Ventures is poised to continue identifying and nurturing AI startups that have the potential to reshape industries.
Their focus on both capital and founder support sets them apart in the competitive early-stage venture space, offering founders the tools and networks to scale successfully.
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