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§ Venture Capital · London, United Kingdom
Venture capital firm investing patient, long-term equity capital in early-stage deep tech companies, focused on cloud, data, and security.
Bloc Ventures is a London-based venture capital firm that invests in early-stage deep technology companies across sectors such as cloud computing, connectivity, data science, and cybersecurity. Operating with a dedicated team of up to ten employees, the firm utilizes an evergreen investment model and manages a £37 million fund to provide patient, long-term equity capital. The organization recently secured over €23.9 million in a funding round led by IPGL Limited to support new investments and follow-on capital for its portfolio of approximately twenty-three active companies. The firm has backed emerging deep tech startups including Accelercomm, YellowDog, Shield-IoT, and Pharrowtech, while achieving notable portfolio exits to major global technology corporations such as Microsoft, Amazon, and Qualcomm. Bloc Ventures was officially founded in 2013 by former ARM and Vodafone technology executives Bruce Beckloff and David Leftley.
Key people at Bloc Ventures.
Bloc Ventures was founded in 2013 by Bruce Beckloff (co-founder and CEO) and David Leftley (Co-Founder and Managing Partner).
Bloc Ventures was founded in 2013 by Bruce Beckloff (co-founder and CEO) and David Leftley (Co-Founder and Managing Partner).
Key people at Bloc Ventures.
Bloc Ventures has 5 tracked investments across 3 companies. The latest tracked deal is $15.0M Other Equity in AccelerComm in June 2025.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2, 2025 | AccelerComm | $15.0M Other Equity | — | IQ Capital, Swisscom Ventures |
| Apr 1, 2023 | AccelerComm | $27.0M Series B | — | Parkwalk Advisors, Hostplus, IQ Capital, PAR Lange |
| Nov 22, 2021 | ShieldIOT | $7.4M Series A | Bloc Ventures, Nextleap Ventures | Ramanath Iyer, Atlas Ventures, Dive Digital, Joule Ventures, SpringTide Ventures |
| Oct 6, 2020 | EVRYTHNG | $10.0M Other Equity | Simon Eyers, IDC Ventures | Fernbrook Capital, Generation Ventures, Sway Ventures, UK Future Fund, YOU & MR Jones |
| Mar 14, 2017 | EVRYTHNG | $24.8M Series B | Sway Ventures | Advance Venture Partners, Atomico, Bhlp, Cisco Investments, Dawn Capital, Generation Ventures, Samsung |
Bloc Ventures is a specialist early-stage venture capital firm focused on deep tech investments, primarily in Europe and Israel. Their mission is to back ambitious entrepreneurs developing foundational technologies in cloud computing, connectivity, data science, security, AI, wireless connectivity, and supercomputing, aiming to impact entire industries. The firm combines capital with hands-on operational support, leveraging decades of experience from its team members who have backgrounds at Arm and Vodafone. Bloc Ventures plays a significant role in the startup ecosystem by nurturing deep tech startups through strategic guidance, commercial expertise, and strong industry networks, helping them scale globally[1][2][3][4][6].
Founded in 2013 by Bruce Beckloff and David Leftley, both veterans of Arm and Vodafone, Bloc Ventures evolved with a clear focus on early-stage deep tech companies. The founders’ backgrounds in leading technology companies shaped the firm’s investment philosophy, emphasizing not only financial backing but also active involvement in technology development and commercialization. Over time, Bloc has built a robust portfolio including companies in AI, IoT security, RF semiconductors, and cloud compliance, reflecting its commitment to cutting-edge innovation and industry transformation[2][4].
Bloc Ventures rides the wave of increasing demand for deep tech solutions that underpin digital transformation across industries. The timing is critical as advances in AI, cloud infrastructure, IoT, and quantum computing create new market opportunities and challenges. Bloc’s focus on foundational technologies positions it to influence the future of computing and connectivity, helping startups that enable more efficient, secure, and scalable systems. By supporting early-stage companies in these sectors, Bloc contributes to strengthening Europe’s deep tech ecosystem and fostering global competitiveness[1][2][3].
Looking ahead, Bloc Ventures is likely to continue expanding its portfolio in emerging deep tech fields such as quantum computing and advanced AI, capitalizing on growing investor interest and technological breakthroughs. Trends like the rise of edge computing, 5G/6G wireless networks, and cybersecurity will shape their investment strategy. Bloc’s influence may deepen as it helps startups transition from prototypes to scalable businesses, potentially becoming a key enabler of Europe’s leadership in deep tech innovation. Their evergreen model and expert-led approach provide a strong foundation for sustained impact in the evolving tech landscape[1][2][6].
