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§ Venture Capital · London, United Kingdom
Global venture capital firm for technology and healthcare investments, from early to growth stages. Backed by Fidelity International.
Eight Roads Ventures is a London-based global venture capital firm that invests in early to growth-stage technology and healthcare companies. Operating as the primary corporate investment arm of Fidelity International, the firm provides capital to scaling businesses that have achieved product-market fit and typically employ between 50 and 100 personnel. The firm manages over $11 billion in assets under management across a portfolio of more than 300 active companies, which currently includes 19 unicorns. It recently launched a $375 million fund targeting Europe and Israel, planning individual check sizes ranging from $10 million to $30 million. Its notable portfolio investments feature prominent technology, fintech, and enterprise software companies such as AppsFlyer, Icertis, and Akulaku. The organization was originally founded in 1969 as Fidelity Ventures in Boston before eventually evolving into its current global structure.
Key people at Eight Roads Ventures.
Eight Roads Ventures has more than 26 tracked investments across 25 companies. The latest tracked deal is $19.4M Series B Extension in Exponent Energy in March 2026.
Key people at Eight Roads Ventures.
Eight Roads Ventures is a global venture capital firm managing over $11 billion in assets, with offices across the UK, China, India, Japan, Europe, Israel, and the US. It operates as the corporate investment arm of Fidelity International, focusing primarily on technology and healthcare sectors. The firm invests across early to growth stages, backing over 300 active companies, including 19 unicorns such as AppsFlyer and Icertis. Eight Roads emphasizes not only capital provision but also strategic guidance and operational support to help portfolio companies scale globally. Their investment sectors include enterprise technology, fintech, consumer, healthcare IT, AI, deep tech, and more, reflecting a broad yet focused approach to innovation and growth[1][2][3].
Founded in 1969 originally as Fidelity Ventures in Boston, Eight Roads has evolved over more than five decades into a global venture capital powerhouse. The firm’s roots lie in backing early innovators like MCI and Atari, and it has since expanded its geographic reach and sector focus. Key leaders include Daniel Auerbach, Senior Managing Partner & Head of Global Ventures, and Jarlon Tsang, Managing Partner & Head of China, who bring extensive experience to the firm’s global operations. Over time, Eight Roads has transitioned from a regional venture arm to a global platform, leveraging Fidelity’s backing to maintain flexibility and a long-term investment horizon[1][2][4].
Eight Roads rides the global trend of digital transformation and healthcare innovation, sectors experiencing rapid growth due to technological advances and demographic shifts. Its timing is advantageous as markets in Asia, Europe, and Israel mature with increasing startup activity and capital inflows. The firm’s global footprint allows it to bridge ecosystems, facilitating cross-border scaling and knowledge transfer. By supporting companies from early stages through growth, Eight Roads influences the startup ecosystem by enabling innovation, job creation, and technological advancement across multiple continents[1][2][4].
Looking ahead, Eight Roads is poised to deepen its investments in enterprise technology, fintech, healthcare IT, and AI, sectors expected to drive the next wave of innovation. Its recent $375 million fund targeting Europe and Israel signals continued geographic and sector expansion. As global markets evolve, Eight Roads’ ability to leverage Fidelity’s backing and its extensive network will likely enhance its influence, helping portfolio companies navigate complex international growth challenges. The firm’s long history and adaptive strategy position it well to capitalize on emerging trends and maintain a leadership role in global venture capital[1][3][4].
