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§ Venture Capital · Sao Paulo, Brazil
Early-stage venture capital firm investing in technology startups across Brazil and Latin America, focused on pre-seed and seed capital.
Big Bets is an early-stage venture capital firm based in São Paulo, Brazil, that provides pre-seed and seed funding to technology startups operating across Latin America. The firm focuses on making equity investments in scalable, high-growth businesses spanning a wide variety of emerging technology sectors, including financial technology, business-to-business software, healthcare technology, and supply chain logistics. While the firm's total assets under management and specific fund sizes remain publicly undisclosed, the organization maintains an active investment portfolio consisting of dozens of early-stage regional companies. The venture capital firm has directed its capital into several notable Latin American technology enterprises, backing recognizable portfolio companies such as corporate benefits platform Caju, back-office management provider BHub, industrial monitoring startup Tractian, and startup infrastructure builder Latitud. Big Bets was officially established in 2017 by founding partners Alexandre Liuzzi and Luiz Guilherme Manzano.
Key people at big_bets.
big_bets was founded in 2019 by Anton Gauffin (Founder).
big_bets has 2 tracked investments across 2 companies. The latest tracked deal is $17.3M Series A in Avenia in February 2026.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 9, 2026 | Avenia | $17.3M Series A | — | Accel Ventures Scout Fund, Endeavor, Fluent Ventures, Headline, Kazea Capital, Palm Drive Capital, Patria Investments, Quona Capital, Sequoia Capital, Tomorrow Capital |
| Sep 1, 2025 | Cypher Games | $30.0M Series A | Play Ventures, John Salter | 500 Emerging Europe, MAC Andrews, Akin Babayigit, Anton Gauffin, Joakim Achren, Riccardo Zacconi, Akin Babayigit, Humam Saknini, E2vc, Mitú |
big_bets was founded in 2019 by Anton Gauffin (Founder).
Key people at big_bets.
Big Bets is a São Paulo-based venture capital firm that partners early with software-intensive startups, focusing on supporting entrepreneurs who are building the next generation of large tech companies. Their mission centers on partnering with entrepreneurs from Day 1, helping them navigate the toughest early days by working closely alongside them to make critical business decisions and open doors for growth. Big Bets primarily invests in sectors such as fintech, information technology, internet, and artificial intelligence, with a strong emphasis on software-driven innovation. Their impact on the startup ecosystem is significant in Brazil and beyond, as they provide not only capital but also operational support and strategic guidance to accelerate startup growth and scale[1][2][3].
Founded in São Paulo, Brazil, Big Bets emerged as a venture capital firm dedicated to early-stage investments in software-intensive startups. While specific founding year and key partners are not explicitly detailed in the available sources, the firm has evolved with a clear focus on partnering deeply with entrepreneurs from the earliest stages. This approach reflects a philosophy of being more than just investors—acting as true partners who embrace the entrepreneurial journey and actively contribute to shaping the business trajectory[1][2].
Big Bets rides the wave of increasing software-driven innovation in emerging markets, particularly in Latin America. The timing is crucial as the region experiences rapid digital transformation, fintech adoption, and AI integration. By focusing on early-stage software startups, Big Bets positions itself to influence the foundational growth of companies that could become global tech leaders. Their approach helps shape the ecosystem by nurturing startups that address local and global market needs, thus contributing to the maturation and internationalization of Latin American tech[1][2][3].
Looking ahead, Big Bets is likely to continue expanding its portfolio in software-intensive sectors, capitalizing on trends like fintech innovation, AI, and digital services. Their deep involvement from the earliest stages positions them well to influence startup success trajectories and potentially lead more exits. As the Latin American tech ecosystem grows in prominence, Big Bets’ role as a committed partner to ambitious entrepreneurs will likely strengthen, helping to build globally competitive companies from the region. Their continued focus on hands-on support and strategic partnership will remain a key differentiator in a competitive venture capital landscape[1][2][3].
