Stage FocusSeed, Series A, Series B+
GeographyEurope, Global
TypeVC
Last Activity2025
Industry Focus
Industries
Defense & SpaceSpace TechAI InfrastructureQuantum ComputingClimate Tech
Technical BenchStrong
Investor TypeDeepTech Specialist
ExposureSome DeepTech Investments
Bio
Lakestar is a major European VC with €2.8B+ in AUM and latest funds of €600M (2024). Founded by Klaus Hommels — former NATO Innovation Fund Chairman and early investor in Skype, Spotify, and Facebook — the firm has a distinctive positioning around "Europe's digital sovereignty."
The portfolio includes Isar Aerospace, Helsing (defense AI), Aleph Alpha (EU AI champion), Terra Quantum, and Revolut. ...
Notable Investments
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Isar AerospaceH
HelsingA
Aleph AlphaT
Terra QuantumSimilar Funds
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