Draper Associates

Draper Associates, established in 1985, is a California-based venture capital firm specializing in seed-stage investments. The company focuses on backing exceptional teams globally that are developing transformative technologies in sectors such as new media, gaming, SaaS, cloud, fintech, IoT, and mobile. Draper Associates aims to facilitate growth and industry disruption, with portfolio companies demonstrating significant market impact and potential for future fundraising.

Sahir Ali

Limited Partner

Maxime Bucaille

Investor

Megan Kurohara

Investor

Tyrone Lee

Venture Partner

Siri Srinivas

Principal and Investment Team

Past deals in Streaming

Myco

Venture Round in 2025
Myco is a developer of a video streaming platform that integrates both advertising-based (AVOD) and subscription-based (SVOD) models within a decentralized ecosystem. The platform allows users to stream a variety of content, including sports, movies, documentaries, and influencer material. It empowers both viewers and creators by facilitating a collaborative content ecosystem where monetization occurs in real-time. Users can earn rewards for watching content, while creators can generate income through content creation, crowdfunding, and the use of non-fungible tokens. Myco aims to redefine the streaming experience by promoting a decentralized approach that benefits all participants in the content lifecycle.

Wisecut

Seed Round in 2023
Wisecut is a Miami-based SaaS platform that utilizes artificial intelligence to streamline video editing. It specializes in transforming lengthy videos into engaging clips with minimal effort, making it particularly suitable for a variety of formats such as YouTube videos, tutorials, interviews, and podcasts. The platform enhances video content by automatically eliminating long pauses, generating subtitles, and incorporating appropriate background music, all within minutes. With a user base exceeding 700,000, Wisecut offers both B2C and enterprise solutions, allowing users to efficiently produce and manage numerous video clips without the need for extensive editing teams. The company has garnered support from notable investors, including Draper Associates and Google for Startups.

CryptoMove

Series A in 2018
CryptoMove is a software platform that provides a secure distributed datastore for keys, files, streaming video, or any other type of data. CryptoMove has invented a new form of data protection -- using dynamic movement, distribution, mutation, and re-encryption.

CryptoMove

Venture Round in 2018
CryptoMove is a software platform that provides a secure distributed datastore for keys, files, streaming video, or any other type of data. CryptoMove has invented a new form of data protection -- using dynamic movement, distribution, mutation, and re-encryption.

Samba TV

Series B in 2017
Samba TV is a company that specializes in streaming analytics, providing a platform that measures real-time viewership data across various media channels including broadcast, cable, and digital platforms. The company focuses on smart television technology and enhances its offerings through set-top boxes and connected devices. By delivering comprehensive data and analytics, Samba TV enables clients to improve content discovery and effectively address audience fragmentation across multiple screens. This capability positions the company as a valuable partner for its clients in navigating the evolving landscape of streaming services and connected devices, ultimately helping to strengthen the television business model and maintain its relevance to consumers.

CryptoMove

Seed Round in 2017
CryptoMove is a software platform that provides a secure distributed datastore for keys, files, streaming video, or any other type of data. CryptoMove has invented a new form of data protection -- using dynamic movement, distribution, mutation, and re-encryption.

DivX

Series C in 2004
DivX, LLC is a technology company specializing in digital video solutions, focused on enhancing entertainment experiences in up to 4K resolution across various devices. Established in 2000 and headquartered in San Diego, California, DivX has set a benchmark for high-quality digital video, enabling consumers worldwide to create, share, and enjoy video content. The company licenses its technology to leading consumer electronics brands, resulting in the shipment of over 1 billion DivX-enabled devices globally. Additionally, DivX's consumer software has been downloaded over 1 billion times, providing users with tools to play, convert, and cast their video content seamlessly. The company's innovative platform supports the monetization of both live and on-demand content, allowing users to capture and share memorable events conveniently.

DivX

Series B in 2002
DivX, LLC is a technology company specializing in digital video solutions, focused on enhancing entertainment experiences in up to 4K resolution across various devices. Established in 2000 and headquartered in San Diego, California, DivX has set a benchmark for high-quality digital video, enabling consumers worldwide to create, share, and enjoy video content. The company licenses its technology to leading consumer electronics brands, resulting in the shipment of over 1 billion DivX-enabled devices globally. Additionally, DivX's consumer software has been downloaded over 1 billion times, providing users with tools to play, convert, and cast their video content seamlessly. The company's innovative platform supports the monetization of both live and on-demand content, allowing users to capture and share memorable events conveniently.

DivX

Series A in 2000
DivX, LLC is a technology company specializing in digital video solutions, focused on enhancing entertainment experiences in up to 4K resolution across various devices. Established in 2000 and headquartered in San Diego, California, DivX has set a benchmark for high-quality digital video, enabling consumers worldwide to create, share, and enjoy video content. The company licenses its technology to leading consumer electronics brands, resulting in the shipment of over 1 billion DivX-enabled devices globally. Additionally, DivX's consumer software has been downloaded over 1 billion times, providing users with tools to play, convert, and cast their video content seamlessly. The company's innovative platform supports the monetization of both live and on-demand content, allowing users to capture and share memorable events conveniently.

theDial.com

Series B in 2000
theDial.com is an online platform that specializes in providing private label internet radio services. It allows users to access customized audio content tailored to their specific needs, including audio advertisements and commentary on sports and news. By offering a unique listening experience, theDial.com caters to businesses and organizations looking to enhance their online presence through branded audio solutions.
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