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Lanza TechVentures

Kingmaker TierBased on the data VC Catalog holds.

Kingmaker Tier: 84 out of 100

  • Biotech & therapeutics
  • Other
  • Semiconductors & computing hardware
  • Multi stage
  • Seed
  • VC
  • B2B
Investor type
VC
Investing status
Activeas of 2026-09-18Source (opens in a new tab)
Headquarters
Palo Alto, CA, United States
Founded
2001
Legal name
Lanza techVentures
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Record updated 18 September 2026

About

Lanza techVentures is an early stage investment firm that transforms innovative startups into high-value companies through unique vision, insight and a profound understanding of technology and its trends. Founded in 2001 by technology luminary Lucio Lanza, Lanza techVentures has acted as a strategic partner and advisor for early- to mid-stage companies in the design software and intellectual property (IP), semiconductor and biotechnology market sectors.

Investment approach

Thesis
We create lasting partnerships that move new and innovative ideas into the market.Source (opens in a new tab)
Investing status notes
Congratulations Approov On Successfully Closing a $6.7 Million Series A Funding Round

Locations

Headquarters
Palo Alto, CA, United States
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