Fueling the Future of Generative AI
NeuralRex is a venture capital fund focused exclusively on seed and series A investments in groundbreaking generative AI startups.
Our Mission
Empowering the next generation of founders building transformative generative AI technologies that reshape industries.
Investment Innovation
We're pioneering a new approach to VC funding that combines deep technical expertise with founder-friendly terms.
Technical Expertise
Our team has decades of combined experience in machine learning, AI research, and successful tech startups.
Global Vision
We're not limited by geography—our portfolio includes founders from across the globe with revolutionary ideas.
We Believe
"Generative AI represents the most profound technological shift of our generation. The companies we back today will define how we work, create, and communicate for decades to come."
Josh Smith
Founding Partner
About Us
NeuralRex is a venture capital fund focused exclusively on generative AI startups at the seed and series A stages.
Our Vision
We envision a future where generative AI democratizes creativity, accelerates innovation, and solves complex problems across every industry.
Our mission is to identify and empower the most promising founders who are building this future today, providing them with capital, expertise, and connections.
Investment Focus
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Seed and Series A generative AI startups
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Initial investments from $250K to $2M
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Specialized in text, image, audio, and video generation
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Global investment approach with emphasis on technical founders
Meet Our Team
Join Our Team
We're always looking for passionate AI experts and investment professionals to join our growing team. If you're excited about the future of generative AI, we want to hear from you.
View Open PositionsOur Portfolio
We back exceptional founders building the next generation of generative AI technologies.
FraudShieldAI
SeedAI-powered fraud detection platform that uses generative models to identify anomalous patterns and predict potential security breaches.
ResumeGen
SeedAI-powered resume builder that generates tailored, ATS-optimized resumes and cover letters for specific job descriptions.
GenBookAI
SeedPlatform for authors and publishers to create entire books with AI assistance, including plot generation, character development, and illustration.
Average ROI
3.2x
Founders Supported
20+
Total Invested
$10M+
Are You Building the Next Big Thing in GenAI?
If you're a founder working on generative AI technology with the potential to transform industries, we want to hear from you.
Investment Thesis
Our strategic approach to identifying and nurturing the next generation of generative AI companies.
Our Thesis in Brief
We believe generative AI is entering a golden era of commercial application, moving beyond research labs into products that transform industries. This shift creates unprecedented opportunities for founders who can effectively harness these technologies to solve real-world problems.
NeuralRex focuses on early-stage generative AI companies that demonstrate technical excellence, market vision, and the ability to execute rapidly in this fast-evolving landscape.
Focus Areas
Content Generation
Tools that automate and enhance creative workflows for text, image, audio, and video production.
- Writing assistance
- Image synthesis
- Music composition
- Video generation
Enterprise Applications
Generative AI solutions that transform business processes and decision-making.
- Document processing
- Code generation
- Customer service AI
- Financial analysis
Security & Privacy
Solutions that leverage generative AI for enhanced security or enable private, safe use of AI systems.
- Fraud detection
- Secure AI deployment
- Privacy-preserving ML
- Bias detection & mitigation
Our Investment Criteria
Technical Innovation
We look for companies building on the cutting edge of generative AI, with novel approaches or significant improvements to existing techniques.
Exceptional Team
We prioritize founders with deep technical expertise in machine learning, combined with the vision and execution skills to build meaningful companies.
Market Timing
We invest in solutions that align with market readiness, where technological capability meets genuine user demand and scalability.
Traction & Adoption
We value early signs of product-market fit, including user engagement metrics, early revenue, or strong enterprise interest in B2B solutions.
Scalable Business Model
We seek companies with clear paths to sustainable growth, including efficient customer acquisition strategies and strong unit economics.
Ethical Considerations
We value companies that thoughtfully address the ethical implications of their AI technology, including bias, privacy, and potential misuse.
Our Investment Process
Initial Review
We review your application, focusing on your team, technology, and market opportunity. This process typically takes 1-2 weeks.
Technical Deep Dive
Our technical team conducts an in-depth assessment of your AI technology, evaluating its innovation, scalability, and technical moat.
Partner Meeting
Promising companies present to our full investment committee, where we discuss potential partnership and investment terms.
Due Diligence & Closing
Final review of business, technical, and legal aspects, followed by term sheet and investment closing within 4-6 weeks of initial contact.
Ready to Partner With Us?
If your generative AI startup aligns with our investment thesis, we'd love to hear from you. Let's build the future together.
Contact Us
Ready to discuss your generative AI startup? We're excited to hear from you and potentially join your journey.
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