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CCV Capital

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CCV Capital is a global venture capital firm with a Silicon Valley pedigree, specializing in early-stage investments while inheriting the legacy of KPCB. Founded by Wei Zhou, the former managing partner of KPCB China, together with the original technology investment team, we seamlessly blend Silicon Valley DNA with unparalleled global reach and deep Asia resources.

Drawing from extensive entrepreneurial experience, our founding team has proven exceptional in identifying and nurturing high-potential startups, achieving a 35% unicorn formation rate within our first decade. We have taken the lead in 80% of Series A funding rounds, guiding many to become sector pioneers in going public.

What sets CCV Capital apart is our global approach. As globalization evolves, CCV Capital embraces Globalization 2.0 principles, supporting a decentralized, multi-centric approach to global expansion. We enable startups to establish a global presence through strategic regional offices, localized market involvement, and intelligent use of international resources.We empower startups on their strong competitive advantage, fast business growth, international footprint expansion by leveraging the synergies, such as supply chain, talent resource, and proven business model, among East Asia, Southeast Asia and America.

Our globally diversified portfolio exemplifies our collaboration with visionary founders propelling innovations across industries. It spans the Americas, Asia, Africa and Oceania, featuring prominent enterprises like Perfect Corp. (NYSE: PERF), MetaApp, Multiway Robots, U Power, Newrizon, Palmpay, Realchar, Aventurier, Pebble, as well as sector leaders including JD.com (NASDAQ:JD), VenusTech (002439), CreditEase (NYSE:YRD), Rong360 (NYSE:JT), Arrail Dental (HKSE:06639), KJY water (301372), TanTan (acquired by NASDAQ:MOMO), Ximalaya FM, and Shukun Technology, underscoring our steadfast commitment to nurturing transformative global leaders.

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