Backtrace Capital
Overview
Backtrace Capital is a venture capital firm based in Munich, Germany, that seeks to invest in pre-seed and seed-stage European technology infrastructure startups.
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kerys Software | Jul 2025 | Pre Seed | Lead |
| Platform Engineering Labs Inc. | Dec 2024 | Pre Seed | Co-investor |
| Commutator Studios | Jul 2025 | Seed | Lead |
Key People
Michael Christopher Münnix
Founding Partner
Thomas Gottheil
Limited Partner
Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
FAQ
Where is Backtrace Capital based?
Backtrace Capital is headquartered in Munich, Germany.
When was Backtrace Capital founded?
Backtrace Capital was founded in 2023.
How many portfolio companies does Backtrace Capital have?
Backtrace Capital has 3 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in Backtrace Capital's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Kerys Software, Platform Engineering Labs Inc., Commutator Studios.
What was Backtrace Capital's most recent investment shown here?
Backtrace Capital's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Commutator Studios in 2025.
What sectors does Backtrace Capital focus on?
Backtrace Capital focuses on Media, Entertainment & Gaming, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Enterprise Software, Enterprise Software, Enterprise Software.
What company stages does Backtrace Capital focus on?
Backtrace Capital typically invests at the Early stage.
What is Backtrace Capital's AUM?
Backtrace Capital's assets under management are estimated between $20.0M and $20.0M.