HSBC's Innovation, Ventures and Digital Partnerships team is a dedicated group of technologists, scientists and venture capitalists focused on emerging trends that will help HSBC deliver world-class digital-first banking. The corporate venture arm (HSBC Strategic Innovation Investments) was founded in 2014 and invests in fintech, cybersecurity, digital assets, AI, and quantum technologies.

London, United Kingdom · 54+ investments · 73 portfolio companies

Seed
Early Stage
Growth
Artificial Intelligence
Crypto & Web3
Cybersecurity
Fintech
Regtech
Digital Banking
Emerging Technology
Financial Services
Headquarters
London, United Kingdom
Founded
2014
AUM
$100.0M
Portfolio Companies
73
Total Investments
54
Last Investment
May 2026
Geographic Focus
Global, United Kingdom, United States, Asia, Multiple

Investment Thesis

Invests in emerging technologies that help HSBC deliver world-class digital-first banking. Focus areas: security and digital identity, cutting-edge technologies (AI, digital assets, quantum), and impact/sustainability. Partners with leading fintechs, academic institutions, and government agencies to accelerate digital innovation and time-to-market.

HSBC is a Venture Capital firm based in London, United Kingdom. It has made 54 investments in Artificial Intelligence and Crypto & Web3, including Waffo, Aiera and Greenly.

Fund Family

Portfolio73

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Venture Capital ×16 · Corporate VC ×3 · Bank ×2 · 36 shared rounds

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