3 of ACT’s portfolio companies are among highest-funded Turkish startups in 2021

2021 has been an outstanding year for the global startup ecosystem, with increased investment, acceleration of new fund establishments, and all-time highs records in valuations. Investors are seeking alternative ways to create value from their investment while buffering themselves against inflation in an environment where political and social risks are still felt across the world. Investing in startups remains attractive as it provides early access to opportunities with high return potential and offers to be part of a company that has the ambition to become a global player by unleashing the power of innovation.
According to Startups.watch's Year in Review report, Turkish startups reached a new peak in 2021 with a total investment of $1.5 billion from angel investors and venture capital funds, with significant interest in tech startups. 3 of ACT’s portfolio companies, cybersecurity validation platform Picus Security, AI-driven intelligent software provider Eatron Technologies, and next generation therapeutics company RS Research, were among the 12 highest-funded startups in Turkey in 2021.
Learn more about the Startup Ecosystem in 2021 here.