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DFS Lab

DFS Lab

Seattle, Washingtondfs.vc

Overview

DFS Lab is a research-driven venture capital firm and accelerator that invests in and supports early-stage startups building the future of digital commerce and fintech in emerging markets, particularly in Africa.

Year Founded

2016

Portfolio Companies

14

Website

dfs.vc

Investments

DFS Lab investments
CompanyDateStageLead
CaantinJun 2025SeedCo-investor
TurnStayJul 2024Pre SeedCo-investor
TerraaFeb 2023Pre SeedCo-investor
CutstructNov 2022Pre SeedLead
Tandaa NetworksOct 2022VC RoundCo-investor

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SeedSeries ASeries BGrowth

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Firmographic Details

HeadquartersSeattle, Washington
Year Founded2016

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