Yaron Elad and Elik Etzion, former executives at Israel’s Elron Ventures, have launched AlphaDrive, a US$100 million fund focused on cybersecurity and artificial intelligence, according to Calcalist.
Fund Structure and Investment Approach
AlphaDrive targets startups founded by Israeli entrepreneurs across seed to later-stage investment rounds. The fund is joined by former UBS banker Gurinder Sidhu as part of its leadership team.
Investor Backing
Leumi Partners serves as the anchor investor for AlphaDrive. Additional backers include the Kahn family office and investors from Israel, the United States, and Europe.
Current Portfolio
AlphaDrive has already invested in five startups through direct deals and co-investments with Leumi Partners.
Strategic Positioning
Leumi Partners’ involvement extends beyond traditional venture funding. As an investment banking and research services firm, it provides AlphaDrive portfolio companies with access to its network of Israeli businesses, including customer marketing platform Optimove and insurance and banking analytics software provider Earnix. The partnership may also widen AlphaDrive’s investment pipeline, as Leumi Partners holds stakes in Israeli venture capital and private equity firms including Pitango and Viola Group. Additionally, Leumi Partners’ capital markets capabilities—including initial public offerings and debt offerings—may provide AlphaDrive’s top startups with routes to public markets or later-stage funding.
Industry Context
AlphaDrive’s launch reflects a broader trend of experienced investors leaving established firms to launch specialized funds focused on fast-growing sectors such as AI and software. This structure allows large financial institutions to invest in early-stage startups with greater speed than traditional corporate venture arms. By pairing independence with institutional backing and deeper resources, spin-out funds like AlphaDrive can access stronger deal pipelines while maintaining operational flexibility.
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