WE INVEST IN VENTURES THAT ARE

Strange, today
Transformative
tomorrow.

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From Strange to Transformative

We partner with founders as early as possible. By being the first creative partners to bold, technical entrepreneurs, we collaborate with and champion them as their ideas progress and evolve from ‘strange’ to transformative, time and time again.

At Strange, we believe in backing the audacious, the unconventional, and the seemingly strange. Our investment strategy isn't just focused on the next big trend, but on profound paradigm shifts in technology stacks and human behavior. We actively seek out bold companies that dare to question the status quo and reimagine the world as we know it today.

We know that the most transformative ideas often seem peculiar in the beginning. Our mission is to fuel those courageous enough to explore new frontiers, those who not only adapt to change—but drive it.

OUR PAST INVESTMENTS
IN DISRUPTION LIES OPPORTUNITY

A more creative & collaborative future

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Creativity is what’s needed the most in the face of change. The speed of innovation will be faster and more disruptive than ever seen before. Harness the wave—not with fear— but with creativity.
AI is flipping the world as we know it today, inside-out.
We believe that rather than displacing, AI augments human creativity and creates space for new experiences, markets, and opportunities.

Industries we’re tackling

Art, Media, Entertainment

  • Creative Composition & Production
  • Distribution & Monetization
  • New Licensing Infrastructure
  • AI IP Assets

Software  & Enterprise SaaS

  • No-code, Low-code, Assisted code
  • Parametric & Volumetric Design
  • ML Ops & Infrastructure
  • Observability & Fine-tuning

Professional Services

  • Marketing, Branding, Consulting
  • Future of Search & Advertising
  • Research & Productivity
  • Security & Compliance

Gaming & Education

  • New Experiences & Networks
  • Empowering User-Generated Content
  • Community Platforms
  • New Publishing Paradigms
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STRENGTH IN STRANGE

The most transformative ideas often seem ‘strange’ or unconventional when they first emerge. As creative outliers ourselves, our 'strangeness' doesn’t just set us apart —it allows us to target and attract ventures with the potential for outsized impact and returns.

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WHY NOW: A PIVOTAL MOMENT

The Dawn of a
New Creative Era

We are at a pivotal moment in the evolution of human creativity. Similar to how the Renaissance— an era of invention and creativity—bridged the Middle Ages and modern civilization, we believe that AI is heralding a paradigm shift, ushering in new, unprecedented opportunities for creative collaboration between humans and technology.

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10 BCE

Cuneiform

The invention of writing systems, starting in ancient Mesopotamia

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15TH AND 16TH CENTURIES

The Renaissance

A revival of arts and sciences leading to new perspectives

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18TH AND 19TH CENTURIES

Industrial Revolution

The mechanization and mass production of creative works

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LATE 20TH CENTURY

Digital Media & Broadcast

The rise of digital technology: from radio to computer graphics

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PRESENT DAY

The Age of AI

Transforming human creativity and redefining artistic expression

Partnering With Founders
From Post-it to Exit

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Tara Tan

General Partner
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“Tara is an early champion. From day 0, she believed in our vision and provided valuable guidance, helping us close our first round of funding and establish a strong foundation for future growth.”
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Kor Kajanaku, Founder & CEO, Layer
“Tara is an investor who just gets it. She see things differently, and as a fellow creative, can articulate things in our vision that others may not be as quick to get.”
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Arjun Mehta, Founder & CEO, Worlds
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Teck Chia

Venture Partner
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Jacob Waites

Design Partner
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Christian Ervin

Design Partner
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STRANGESTUDIOS

A research & design studio
Strange Studios

We bring together 'strange bedfellows'—creatives and engineers, artists and technologists—in the belief that these unique collaborations can spark truly transformative ideas. The first Strange Studio is in SF and as always, on the internet.

Be A Strange Fellow

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