Robinhood Ventures Fund I (RVI) disclosed that it has completed new investments in Stripe Global Holdings and ElevenLabs. The fund purchased $14,577,645 of Class B Common Stock in Stripe in a secondary transaction that closed on March 9, 2026, and acquired $19,999,971.34 of Series D Preferred Stock in ElevenLabs in a primary transaction that closed on March 12, 2026.
The moves fit RVI’s strategy of adding high‑growth, technology‑focused assets to its portfolio and expanding access to private markets for retail investors. By investing in Stripe, a leading programmable payments platform valued at $159 billion, and ElevenLabs, an AI‑driven audio technology company valued at $11 billion, RVI is positioning itself to benefit from the continued acceleration of fintech and AI innovation while reinforcing Robinhood’s broader “financial super‑app” vision.
On the day of the announcement, RVI’s shares slipped 0.4 percent, reflecting a modest market reaction to the new holdings. The fund’s first trading day on the NYSE saw an 11 percent decline, while Robinhood’s parent company, HOOD, gained 2 percent, indicating that the market viewed the venture arm’s activity as a positive, albeit small, development for the overall business.
Sarah Pinto, President of RVI, said, “We’re excited to add Stripe and ElevenLabs to Robinhood Ventures Fund I and are proud to offer retail investors access to these frontier companies. They are helping shape the future of fintech and AI, and reflect RVI’s focus on investing in innovative companies operating at the forefront of their industries.”
RVI began trading on March 6, 2026, and the new investments represent a significant portion of its early portfolio. The stakes in Stripe and ElevenLabs provide exposure to two of the most rapidly growing segments in technology, and the fund’s structure allows retail investors to participate in private‑market opportunities that were previously limited to accredited investors.
The investments signal RVI’s confidence in the long‑term growth of fintech and AI, and they may create synergies with Robinhood’s core trading and banking platforms. By diversifying its holdings and deepening its presence in high‑growth sectors, RVI is positioning itself to capture upside as these companies expand, while also reinforcing Robinhood’s mission to democratize access to private‑market investments.
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