Kai Taborsky

Cogniphy is a Category I Angel Fund backing early-stage Indian startups that are built for durability, not momentum. We work with founders who are solving hard problems, where clarity of thought, depth of understanding, and execution discipline matter more than narrative velocity. Our focus is on companies that can compound value over time, not chase short-term signals. Our investment approach is deliberate and research-driven. We spend disproportionate time understanding founder-market fit, the structural dynamics of the sector, and second-order risks that are often ignored in early-stage investing. As a result, we are selective by design and patient by temperament. Cogniphy typically engages at the early to growth stage across sectors such as fintech, healthcare, and deep technology (including AI/ML, data platforms, and applied analytics), where India has a meaningful right-to-win. We are particularly interested in founders who bring first-principles thinking and lived operating experience to their problem space. Our General Partners invest alongside our investors in every opportunity. We operate without unnecessary fee layers and prioritize alignment, transparency, and governance. Capital is only one part of the partnership, we actively support founders on strategy, execution trade-offs, and long-term decision-making. We believe strong companies are built through clarity, resilience, and conviction through cycles. Cogniphy exists to back founders who share that belief.

Cogniphy is a Category I Angel Fund backing early-stage Indian startups that are built for durability, not momentum. We work with founders who are solving hard problems, where clarity of thought, depth of understanding, and execution discipline matter more than narrative velocity. Our focus is on companies that can compound value over time, not chase short-term signals. Our investment approach is deliberate and research-driven. We spend disproportionate time understanding founder-market fit, the structural dynamics of the sector, and second-order risks that are often ignored in early-stage investing. As a result, we are selective by design and patient by temperament. Cogniphy typically engages at the early to growth stage across sectors such as fintech, healthcare, and deep technology (including AI/ML, data platforms, and applied analytics), where India has a meaningful right-to-win. We are particularly interested in founders who bring first-principles thinking and lived operating experience to their problem space. Our General Partners invest alongside our investors in every opportunity. We operate without unnecessary fee layers and prioritize alignment, transparency, and governance. Capital is only one part of the partnership, we actively support founders on strategy, execution trade-offs, and long-term decision-making. We believe strong companies are built through clarity, resilience, and conviction through cycles. Cogniphy exists to back founders who share that belief.

KPMG is a network of professional firms with about 227,000 employees in 146 countries and territories. In Germany too, KPMG is one of the leading auditing and advisory firms and has around 12,500 employees at 26 locations. Our services are divided into the following functions: Audit, Tax, Consulting and Deal Advisory. Our Audit services are focused on the auditing of consolidated and annual financial statements. The Tax function incorporates the tax advisory services provided by KPMG. Our high level of specialist know-how on business, regulatory and transaction-related issues is brought together within our Consulting and Deal Advisory functions. We have established teams of interdisciplinary specialists for key industries of the economy. These pool the experience of our experts around the world and further enhance the quality of our advisory services.

Petromech was established to provide products and services to the oil and gas industry, the infrastructure industry and its’ related industries. Petromech offers products and services in the following key areas: -Chemicals and Catalysts -Oil Field Services and Equipment -Environmental Control and Waste Management -Water Treatment The equipment and product supply covers the many spectrums of the oil and gas industry from sub-surface exploration, production and pipeline through to downstream production plant and refineries.

Anthemis is an early-stage venture capital firm shaping the future of the digital economy. Backing entrepreneurs at the intersections of financial services, AI, climate, insurance, healthcare and beyond, the firm combines deep sector expertise with a collaborative, founder-first approach. Through dedicated funds, venture labs, and strategic partnerships, Anthemis supports visionary founders building a more inclusive, transparent, and sustainable future.

Since its establishment in 1964, QNB Group has steadily grown to become the biggest bank in Qatar and the largest financial institution in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region. Network expansion comes in support of the Group’s vision to become a leading bank in the Middle East, Africa, and Southeast Asia. In addition, the Bank is establishing a foothold in highly competitive markets, including Hong Kong, where the Group opened recently its first branch. Proud to be the Official Middle East and Africa Supporter of the FIFA World Cup 2022™, QNB Group extends through its subsidiaries and associate companies to more than 30 countries across three continents providing a comprehensive range of advanced products and services. QNB Group has maintained its position as the highest-rated bank in Qatar and one of the highest rated banks in the world from leading credit rating agencies including Standard & Poor’s (A) and Moody’s (Aa3), The Bank has also been the recipient of many awards from leading international specialised financial publications. QNB Group has an active community support program and sponsors various social, educational and sporting events. For further information, please contact QNB’s Public Relations Department through PR@qnb.com