Daniel Darling, founder of Darling Ventures (now operating as focal). See sector focus and contact routes.
Daniel Darling, founder of Darling Ventures (now operating as focal), invests in pre-seed and seed-stage technology startups, primarily in B2B SaaS, AI, fintech, and frontier tech like robotics and biotech. The firm typically writes initial checks of $100,000 to $1 million, often providing up to $750,000 for up to 10% equity. His distinctive thesis centers on being the first investor for founders with “too early” ideas, prioritizing quality and future prospect over brand name, with notable portfolio companies including SendHub, Weave, and Polymarket.
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