8.digital

8.digital backs digital-first ventures with money of its own, so there is no investment committee between a founder and a decision. It says every proposal is read by a partner and answered inside ten working days, and it is open to any sector as long as the project is digital first.

Services

• Direct investment: funds digital projects and ventures from its own capital rather than pooled outside money.
• Hands-on involvement: pairs its money with management help, introductions to its network and steady advice.
• Short application: a proforma of eight questions that takes about fifteen minutes to complete.
• Growth backing: supports projects that have first proved themselves in a local community before they expand further.

Clients

Founders in any sector with a digital-first project, a credible first market and some evidence of traction, such as returning users or a working pilot.

Key facts

• Decision time: a reply within ten working days
• Application: eight questions, each read by a partner