Yasin Sebastian Qureshi

Overview

Yasin Sebastian Qureshi is a seasoned entrepreneur and investor with a diverse portfolio spanning various sectors and geographies. He is the founder and Head of Strategy at Aqua Digital Rising Ltd, a company specializing in creating real-time indices on individuals using Big Data and AI analytics. Previously, he founded and served as CEO of Varengold Bank AG, which went public in 2007, and The NAGA Group AG, a FinTech and social investing platform that IPO'd in 2017. Under his leadership, NAGA attracted significant investments from China's largest private conglomerate, FOSUN, and Germany's second-oldest bank, Hauck & Aufhäuser. His investment focus encompasses private equity, venture capital, real estate, media, entertainment, lifescience-healthcare, financial technology, and asset management. He actively invests in seed to late-stage companies, including pre-IPO, buyout, turnaround, and distressed situations. Geographically, his investments span Germany, the United Kingdom, the United States, the United Arab Emirates, Hong Kong, and China. His industry interests include financial services, technology, healthcare, real estate, media, entertainment, and biotechnology. Yasin's entrepreneurial journey began at 29 when he became the youngest person in Germany to obtain a license to run an investment bank. His ventures have consistently attracted significant investments and partnerships, reflecting his strategic vision and leadership in the financial and technology sectors.

Investment Focus

• Proven business model
• Scalable growth potential
• Experienced management team
• Innovative product or service
• Strong market demand
• Clear exit strategy

Portfolio Companies