
Applied AI
AI products that solve a clear business problem and fit into the way customers work.
H&U Capital · New York
H&U Capital invests across industries, with a particular interest in applied AI, cybersecurity, deep tech, and companies built to serve international markets.
Our investment focusInvestment focus
We invest early in companies that solve a clear customer problem and have a credible path to growth. We look across industries, with particular interest in these areas.

AI products that solve a clear business problem and fit into the way customers work.

Tools that help teams protect software, infrastructure, and data as they grow.

Companies turning advances in science or engineering into products with a commercial use.

Companies across sectors with a credible path to customers in more than one market.
International growth
From New York, we look for early-stage opportunities across the US, Europe, and Asia. South Korea is a particular point of interest for companies looking to enter new markets.
Leadership
Managing Director
Alexander is an industry-agnostic angel investor, founder, and Venture Partner at Founder Institute. He teaches venture capital at universities including MIT and Korea University.
Fund Leadership
Markus is an angel investor focused on AI and cybersecurity. At SAP, he works on enterprise AI, cloud infrastructure, and developer education.