Our Considerations on Robotics, Updated
It’s been a while since I last wrote publicly about robotics, though it remains a core focus of my time in deep tech. Our previous post on the topic dates back to last July and given how quickly markets and technologies evolve (and how we naturally refine our thinking over time), it feels like the […]
Q1 2025 Portfolio in Review
The V1 family kicked off the new year with fresh energy and no shortage of activity. Here’s a quick look at some of the highlights we’ve shared so far. With spring here, plenty of good news is paving the way for a strong year of growth. Fundraising news and milestones Moment Energy raised $15M in […]
Welcoming Josh Nussbaum, V1’s venture partner
As the saying goes, it’s hard to find a needle in a haystack. That’s exactly how it felt as Boris and I spent the past few years looking to grow our team. But just as we began to slow down our efforts, the perfect person appeared. It’s funny how, in both life and venture capital, […]
A Reflection on the Past, and What’s Next for 2025
Happy New Year, everyone! While we’re excited to step into 2025, we want to take a moment and reflect on the incredible journey we’ve had at Version One over the past 12+ years. The experiences and lessons learned over this time have been pivotal in shaping our investment thesis and all that we do. ? We […]
Q4 2024 Recap: A Strong Finish for the Year
Yet another year has flown by. This past quarter was a busy one, which should come as little surprise as the whole V1 family has been working hard to close out the year and position themselves for a great 2025. Cheers to the ongoing momentum of our founders and all entrepreneurs in the coming year! […]