Blue Wire Capital, founded in 2013 and headquartered in London, specializes in early-stage venture investments. Led by Bertie Highmore, formerly of Goldman Sachs and Susquehanna International Group, the firm focuses on pre-seed and seed rounds, deploying checks that typically range from $350,000 to $1 million. Historical investments have reached up to $35.5 million, with an average size of $2.9 million. Since inception, Blue Wire Capital has closed 41 investments as of December 2024 and continues to manage its latest fund, launched in January 2025 and active as of May 2025.
With a generalist mindset, the firm invests across fintech, software, proptech, edtech, financial services, sustainability and professional services. Its portfolio includes companies such as Monzo, SuperAwesome, Homeshift, Five and Praktika.ai, reflecting a balance between consumer and enterprise solutions. Blue Wire Capital typically completes two to six direct deals annually and allocates additional capital to other venture firms in one to two transactions per year. In addition to financial backing, the team provides mentorship, market insight and introductions to industry experts, empowering founders to refine strategy and scale operations during critical early phases.
Clean technology and sustainability remain a strategic pillar, highlighted by its investment in Climate X, a company specializing in climate risk modeling and analytics. That partnership underscores the firm’s commitment to supporting ventures that address environmental challenges. While Blue Wire Capital has not yet financed battery technology startups, its focus on Cleantech suggests potential interest in energy storage innovations as it evaluates opportunities aligned with sustainable progress.
