pi Ventures

Get an inside look at our exclusive event, 'AMA with VCs and Founders of Deep Tech Startups,' where Roopan Aulakh, Managing Director of pi Ventures, shared expert guidance on Milestone-based Fundraising Planning. Roopan delved into the nuances of securing investments for deep tech startups, highlighting strategies to align funding rounds with key growth milestones, reduce investor risk, and optimize long-term success. A must-watch for founders navigating the complexities of deep tech financing! #deeptechstars #venture #investing #startup #askmeanything #talks #milestones #strategies #investment

We're proud to welcome Clean Electric to the pi Ventures family with a $6 million Series A investment alongside Info Edge & Kalaari Capital. As a key player in EV battery technology, Clean Electric is setting the pace with its rapid-charging innovations, charging EVs in just 12 minutes. This investment reflects our belief in their potential to transform electric mobility with their full-stack approach, merging advanced software with robust hardware solutions. To learn more about why we're backing Clean Electric's vision for a sustainable future, visit our blog. Link in the comments below. Abhinav Roy, Akash Gupta, Ankit Joshi excited to see how you transform the future of electric mobility! Manish Singhal Shubham Sandeep Roopan Aulakh Sohil Bhagat Milan Roy Alisha Parveen Komal Gupta VINIT AGRAWAL

The conversation around sustainable materials has gained significant momentum in recent years. There is now increased awareness about sustainability among consumers, corporations and governments, leading to an increase in startups tackling these challenges. But what does it take for these startups to succeed? Join me this Saturday at Terrarium for an event focused on sustainable materials, where I'll share pi Ventures's insights on the industry and what we seek in startups innovating in this space. 14th Sept, 3.30 - 6.30pm, Saturday IKP Eden, Koramangala, Bangalore Register here: https://lnkd.in/dSVZ-Bug Mridu Jhangiani Manish Singhal | Roopan Aulakh | Shubham Sandeep | Milan Roy | Alisha Parveen | Komal Gupta | VINIT AGRAWAL

Speaker Spotlight #5 Sohil Bhagat, Principal, pi Ventures Presentation themes : Deep-tech investing | Investor Expectations | Future of Bio-materials 14th Sept, 3.30 - 6.30pm, Saturday IKP Eden, Koramangala, Bangalore Link to register : Register here : https://lnkd.in/edG7BQzJ Limited seats are available. See you there! :) Komal Gupta Mridu Jhangiani IKP Knowledge Park IKP EDEN

I recently had the chance to connect with Deeptech founders at IIT Madras Incubation Cell, where we delved into the nuances of the early stage “0 to 1” journey. At pi Ventures, we believe in using simple yet powerful frameworks to help founders sharpen their focus and make better decisions during this critical phase. For those looking to explore these further, we’ve outlined two key frameworks in blogs: Inflection Point: Using the demand-supply resonance map, founders can assess where their startup stands in terms of tech and market readiness, and better understand when they might hit their inflection point. Read more: [Deeptech Investing: Points of Inflection](https://lnkd.in/d8Qqai7U) Building Market Centricity: This framework helps founders craft effective go-to-market strategies by mapping their product’s positioning relative to the market type Read more: [Building Market Centricity in Products](https://lnkd.in/dyjy-9VE) Thank you to IIT Madras Incubation Cell for hosting us! #Deeptech #Startup #Innovation #Entrepreneurship Akshay Sundararajan Tamaswati Ghosh Manish Singhal Shubham Sandeep Sohil Bhagat Milan Roy Alisha Parveen Komal Gupta VINIT AGRAWAL

Empowering DeepTech Startups: Bridging Innovation and Market Success - latest update from #IITMICStartupEssentials We’re excited to share highlights from our recent Fifth Gear series in collaboration with pi Ventures, held on 24 July. This engaging session brought together 25 #IITMIC and 3 NIRMAAN IITM incubated #startups. We were honoured to host Roopan Aulakh, MD, pi Ventures, who led a compelling session titled "From Lab to Market: Learnings from DeepTech Investments.”  The speaker explored essential frameworks for #deeptech startups, focusing on achieving product-market fit, crafting effective #GTM strategies, and navigating fundraising in their 0 to 1 journey. Key topics included the product-market mapping framework, sector-specific GTM approaches, and the demand-supply resonance map, with practical insights drawn from several startups' use cases. A heartfelt thank you to Ms. Roopan Aulakh, Shubham Sandeep, Milan Roy and Alisha Parveen, and the pi Ventures team for delivering such an impactful session, helping startups refine their strategies and goals on their journey from lab to market. https://lnkd.in/dQ8qC6DY #DeepTech #StartupJourney #ProductMarketFit #GoToMarket #FundingSuccess #Innovation #TechStartups #piVentures #IITMIncubator #NIRMAAN #TechInnovation #Investormeet IIT Madras Bioincubator IITMs HTIC MedTech Incubator Office of Innovation and Entrepreneurship IIT Madras Akshay Sundararajan Jaya K Tamaswati Ghosh Bhuvan Dubey, CFA Jayalakshmi Umadikar CeraTattva InnoTech, Planytics , InsituMicron, VETiNSTANT, 3dcian, The ePlane Company, Prediscan Medtech, Susan Future Technologies , Viridian Ingni Propulsion SMART Home Healthcare Solutions, TRIOLT ENERGY, Qwings, Satiq Concrete Manufacturer Pvt. Ltd. Intrust Innovation Labs , Spheruler Solutions Good Move Logistics and Transport Pvt. Ltd., SaraniaSat Inc. Welkinrim Technologies ARUS MR TECH Crion Technologies AAVRTTI TECHNOLOGIES PVT LTD, Modulus Housing, Theta90 Technologies, Limbex Orthopaedic Ofline, Ewebstore AI and Rail Labs.

We recently hosted an insightful session with Arjun Bala from Metayage, a seasoned patent attorney, who shared valuable knowledge for deep-tech startups on intellectual property and patent strategy. The session was moderated by Sohil Bhagat. Here are the top 10 takeaways: 1. Early Filing Benefits: Secure an early priority date by filing a provisional patent application once you are conceptually clear, crucial under the first-to-file system. 2. Work with IP Experts: Engage with specialist IP attorneys to navigate patent filing complexities, ensuring robust protection and strategic advantage 3. Invest in a high-quality draft: Particularly if you intend to file in the US and multiple jurisdictions, a good quality patent draft will help you in the long run. 4. Careful Disclosure: Balance the amount of information disclosed in your patent application to protect your innovation while safeguarding trade secrets. 5. Think International: Since patents are territorial, plan to file in key markets from day one. Tailor your patent draft and strategy to comply with requirements in each jurisdiction. 6. Value of US Patents: US patents can significantly boost your startup’s valuation due to their strong enforcement and high regard in the global market. 7. Monitor Costs: Keep a close eye on the costs associated with filing and maintaining patents, especially when considering multiple jurisdictions. 8. Leverage Patents for Funding: Use granted patents as a tool to attract investors by demonstrating the protected and potentially lucrative nature of your innovation. 9. Mitigate IP infringement risk: Conduct a Freedom to Operate search to detect threats due to infringement and modify your product to mitigate the risks. 10. Adapt constantly: Stay informed about changes in IP law in different countries and best practices to continually refine your strategy. As a VC firm committed to supporting deep-tech innovation, we understand the critical role that a well-crafted IP strategy plays in your startup’s journey. Whether you’re looking to protect innovative ideas or strategically navigate the IP landscape, we’re here to partner with you every step of the way!

Inventing is challenging, and patents are crucial for protecting your invention and ensuring its commercial success. Deciding what to patent, how to patent, and understanding the commercial implications of your patent strategy can be daunting. At 𝘱𝘪, we realise that a lot of visionary deep-tech founders struggle with similar questions as they outline their IP and patent strategy. Join us for an interactive discussion at 6pm on July 30th, where we do a deep-dive into patenting strategies with Arjun Bala, Patent Attorney, Certified Patent Valuation Analyst and Partner at Metayage. In a moderated session with Sohil Bhagat, we’ll explore these questions and cover some common pitfalls that we’ve observed as founders navigate these waters! Follow the link in the comment or scan the QR code in the image to register. Manish Singhal | Roopan Aulakh | Shubham Sandeep | Milan Roy | Alisha Parveen | VINIT AGRAWAL

As we continue to meet passionate entrepreneurs in deep-tech, we're constantly reminded of its immense potential to solve fundamental problems. We're excited to announce a new series of blogs on technology trends that fascinate us as deep-tech investors, starting with a deep dive into Advanced Materials. Check out the first two posts below: Post 1: On Advanced Materials and the 'Infrastructure' for building those: https://lnkd.in/gNP3jwQZ Post 2: On Synthetic Biology and Biological Machines: https://lnkd.in/gcabk5N9 If you're building in Advanced Materials, do reach out to us! We'd love to connect and support your journey. Manish Singhal | Roopan Aulakh | Shubham Sandeep | Sohil Bhagat | Milan Roy | Alisha Parveen | VINIT AGRAWAL

Our Founding Partner Manish Singhal talks about the IP drain from India among various challenges faced by the Indian venture ecosystem today including shortcomings in policy and regulations that can inhibit the growth and development of early-stage companies. Also, hear about the development of our thesis and some key insights based on our investments in over 20 DeepTech startups. Podcast - https://lnkd.in/gYGx4dcf