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Kiran Mysore
Principal at UTEC Japan
Tokyo
Overview
Kiran Mysore is a Principal at UTEC Japan, with a background as an AI-researcher-turned-VC specializing in global deep-tech startups. He has successfully invested in companies like Obviously AI and Peach Cars, focusing on sectors such as AR/VR, DeepTech, and AI.
Kiran's career highlights include his role as a Principal at UTEC Japan, where he has made impactful investments in early-stage companies like Obviously AI and Peach Cars, demonstrating expertise in sectors such as AR/VR and DeepTech. His transition from an AI researcher to a successful venture capitalist showcases his ability to identify and support innovative startups in the global tech landscape.
Work Experience
Principal
2021 - Current
Leading UTEC's deep-tech investments in AI - Led & Sourced (9): Bugworks, Tricog, OPALai, Agara, Obviously AI, Eureka Robotics, The ePlane Company, Peach Cars, Aerem - Co-led/Supported (2): Liminal Insights, SWAT - Sector: Deep-tech, AI/ML, Robotics and FinTech, Healthcare - Stage: Seed/Early - Geo: Japan, SEA, India, US
VP
2018 - 2020
Board Member
2025
Board Member
2022
Board Member
2021
Board Member
2023
Board Member
2021
Acquired by Coinbase (Oct 2021)
Board Observer
2018
Board Observer
2020
Board Observer
2018
Board Observer
2022
Liminal operates as a battery manufacturing intelligence provider that utilizes data and analytics.
Raised $40,974,987.00 from Ecosystem Integrity Fund, LG Technology Ventures, Chailease Holding, ArcTern Ventures, Good Growth Capital, UTEC - The University of Tokyo Edge Capital Partners and Chrysalix Venture Capital.