Unicorn India Ventures Launches US Operations
The Indian venture capital firm is expanding into the United States to support deep tech growth and build an investor ecosystem.
Updated on Oct. 22, 2026 in Startups
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Unicorn India Ventures has officially launched operations in the United States to facilitate the growth of its portfolio companies. Former Google executive Kishore Kanakamedala has joined the firm as a Venture Partner to spearhead these efforts.
Why it matters
The expansion follows strong interest from US-based investors in Indian deep tech startups during the firm's recent fundraising cycle. The firm aims to establish an active co-investment ecosystem and build a dedicated team of professionals in the US.
The firm recently closed a third fund valued at Rs 1200 crore earlier in 2026. This expansion also follows the initial close of the IITM Unicorn Frontier Fund I.
The players
Unicorn India Ventures
This investment firm is headquartered in India and focuses on supporting deep tech startups.
Kishore Kanakamedala
He is a former Google executive who has joined the firm as a Venture Partner to oversee its expansion.
The details
The firm is currently building a team of mid to senior professionals to support its American operations. Kishore Kanakamedala is tasked with evangelizing the Indian deep tech growth story and building an investor base within the United States.
Timeline
Earlier in 2026, the firm successfully closed its third fund.
The official announcement regarding the launch of US operations occurred on October 22, 2026.
Market Landscape
This expansion formalizes the growing cross-border collaboration between US investors and Indian startups. It positions the firm to compete for capital and talent in the high-stakes deep tech sector against established global venture players.
The firm's move creates new opportunities for investors to connect with the Indian deep tech market. Prospective portfolio companies may gain better access to US-based capital and professional expertise through the firm's new American operations.
The takeaway
This entry into the US signals a major push to bridge the gap between Indian innovation and American investment capital. Firms expanding across borders should ensure they maintain strong local ties to both the home and target markets to ensure long-term stability.
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