Microsoft

M12 is Microsoft's corporate venture capital fund, established in 2016 to invest in early-stage technology companies disrupting the enterprise. It operates with a primary focus on financial returns, rather than solely strategic acquisitions, though its investment strategy is tightly aligned with Microsoft's core mission. M12 provides portfolio companies with access to Microsoft's extensive resources, customer base, and technical expertise to accelerate their growth and market adoption. It seeks to partner with teams early, supporting innovation across key technology sectors.