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New solo GP firm backing early-stage AI and deeptech startups hits first close of maiden fund

Project Ventures, founded by Shahryar Barati, will back pre-seed and seed startups with ties to Imperial College London

Tom Nugent

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Project Ventures, founded by solo GP Shahryar Barati, is announcing a first close of £1.2m to back pre-seed and seed startups across AI and deeptech with close ties to Imperial College London. 

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Tom Nugent

Tom Nugent is Sifted’s managing editor. He covers robotics, chips and university spinouts. Follow him on X and LinkedIn

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