KKAT aims to create and invest in AI startups, leveraging their technical expertise and industry insights to foster innovation in the artificial intelligence sector.

Intro

KKAT, founded by French engineers and entrepreneurs Emrah Yüceer and Gaël Martin, is a personal investment fund dedicated to creating and investing in cutting-edge AI startups.

Leveraging their extensive experience in technology and entrepreneurship, KKAT aims to foster innovation in the artificial intelligence sector by supporting groundbreaking projects and launching their own ventures.

With a strong track record of delivering high-quality, scalable technological solutions, the group is poised to make significant contributions to the future of AI.

Notable Investments

Qonto

Type: Seed Stage Investment
Status: Active

Founded in 2016 by Alexandre Prot and Steve Anavi, Qonto is a French neobank offering online business banking services tailored for freelancers and SMEs. By late 2023, Qonto had more than 450,000 business customers across multiple European countries.

Source: techcrunch.com/2022/01/10/business-banking-startup-qonto-raises-552-million-at-5-billion-valuation/

Smok.io

Type: Co-Founder, Seed Stage Investment
Status: Exited

Launched in 2013, Smokio developed the world's first connected electronic cigarette, allowing users to monitor their consumption via a mobile app. The device synchronized with smartphones to track usage and health metrics. Smokio was acquired by a Fortune 500 company, enhancing its impact in the industry.

Source: prnewswire.com/news-releases/smokio-the-worlds-first-smart-e-cigarette-253546421.html

Dotspot

Type: Founder
Status: Ceased

A city discovery app that aggregated recommendations from influencers onto a map, enabling users to find the best spots around them. Dotspot was featured in OPUMO Magazine and was a top app in the App Store for several months in the UK, Ireland, and France. Funding challenges during the Cambridge Analytica scandal led to its closure.

Source: opumo.com/magazine/dotspot-the-app-that-allows-you-to-discover-the-best-spots-in-your-city/

Greyhours

Type: Founder
Status: Ceased

Founded in 2013, Greyhours was a French watchmaking brand aiming to create minimalist, high-quality timepieces that were both financially accessible and aesthetically refined. The company combined Swiss watchmaking expertise with advanced manufacturing techniques from Asia. Despite its success, Greyhours ceased operations in 2020 due to rapid technological advancements and market challenges.

Source: greyhours.com

Paranello

Type: Founder
Status: Exited

Paranello became Groupon France's number one partner between 2011 and 2013, operating five offices worldwide, employing 80 staff, and achieving $35 million in product sales over 18 months. Their innovative products, such as the Grass Robot and Multibot Vacuum, were featured in Groupon deals, contributing to rapid growth and success.

Source: youtube.com/@TheParanello/videos