DST Global

DST Global, founded by Yuri Milner in 2009, is a prominent venture capital firm based in Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, with additional offices in key cities such as Menlo Park, New York, London, Beijing, and Hong Kong. The firm specializes in making minority investments in high-growth internet companies, focusing on sectors like information technology, mobile, e-commerce, and the Internet of Things. DST Global has built a notable portfolio that includes major players like Facebook, Twitter, and Airbnb. The firm is recognized for its innovative approach to providing liquidity through mixed primary and secondary transactions, often termed "DST type deals," which benefit founders, employees, and early investors.

Saurabh Gupta

Co-Founder & Managing Partner

John Lindfors

Co-Founder

Tom Stafford

Co-Founder & Managing Partner

Past deals in Series F

SpotOn

Series F in 2022
SpotOn is a payments and software company redefining the merchant services industry. The company brings together payment processing and customer engagement software, giving merchants richer data and tools that empower them to market more effectively to their customers. Its platform offers tools for small and medium businesses, including payments, marketing, reviews, analytics, and loyalty, backed by industry-leading customer care. Doron Friedman, Matt Hyman, and Zach Hyman co-founded SpotOn in 2017 and its headquarters is located in San Francisco, California.

Upgrade

Series F in 2021
Upgrade, Inc. operates an online lending platform that provides access to personal loans and an innovative credit card known as the Upgrade Card. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in Phoenix, Arizona; Montreal, Canada; and Chicago, Illinois, Upgrade aims to serve mainstream consumers by combining credit products with free educational tools. These tools include credit health monitoring and resources to help users understand and manage their finances. The Upgrade Card offers responsible credit options similar to installment lending, making it accessible at numerous retail locations across the United States. Through its offerings, Upgrade seeks to empower consumers with both credit access and financial literacy.

Cars24

Series F in 2021
CARS24 Services Pvt. Ltd. is a technology-driven marketplace based in Gurugram, India, that specializes in buying and selling pre-owned cars. Founded in 2015, the company aims to streamline the used car transaction process, offering vehicle owners a reliable platform to sell their cars at competitive prices. CARS24 employs an AI-enabled pricing algorithm to accurately assess vehicle market values and provides car inspection and valuation services. The platform facilitates appointment bookings for vehicle inspections, enhancing the overall customer experience. Additionally, CARS24 operates a financial services division that offers various lending products related to vehicle purchases. The company is supported by prominent investors and operates as a subsidiary of Global Car Group, reflecting its growing influence in the automotive marketplace.

Cars24

Series F in 2021
CARS24 Services Pvt. Ltd. is a technology-driven marketplace based in Gurugram, India, that specializes in buying and selling pre-owned cars. Founded in 2015, the company aims to streamline the used car transaction process, offering vehicle owners a reliable platform to sell their cars at competitive prices. CARS24 employs an AI-enabled pricing algorithm to accurately assess vehicle market values and provides car inspection and valuation services. The platform facilitates appointment bookings for vehicle inspections, enhancing the overall customer experience. Additionally, CARS24 operates a financial services division that offers various lending products related to vehicle purchases. The company is supported by prominent investors and operates as a subsidiary of Global Car Group, reflecting its growing influence in the automotive marketplace.

Rappi

Series F in 2021
Rappi S.A.S. is an online delivery platform that offers a variety of services, including food, grocery, and clothing delivery. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Bogotá, Colombia, the company operates in several Latin American countries, including Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Mexico, Peru, and Uruguay. Rappi connects consumers with independent contractors who fulfill their orders, making it a versatile choice for those seeking convenience in their shopping needs. The platform has gained popularity for its ability to deliver a wide range of products quickly and efficiently.

Kurly Inc.

Series F in 2021
Kurly Inc. operates an online premium grocery service based in Seoul, South Korea, specializing in the retail of food products. The company offers a wide range of items including fresh vegetables, fruits, cereals, fish, meat, eggs, seasonings, baked goods, and processed foods, all sourced directly from producers. Founded in 2014, Kurly enables customers to order high-quality ingredients through its platform and ensures next-day delivery, emphasizing freshness and quality. The service caters to consumers seeking premium food options, including fresh desserts and various condiments.

Kurly Inc.

Series F in 2021
Kurly Inc. operates an online premium grocery service based in Seoul, South Korea, specializing in the retail of food products. The company offers a wide range of items including fresh vegetables, fruits, cereals, fish, meat, eggs, seasonings, baked goods, and processed foods, all sourced directly from producers. Founded in 2014, Kurly enables customers to order high-quality ingredients through its platform and ensures next-day delivery, emphasizing freshness and quality. The service caters to consumers seeking premium food options, including fresh desserts and various condiments.

Faire

Series F in 2021
Faire Wholesale, Inc. develops and operates an online marketplace which connects independent retailers with manufacturers of the products. It offers Indigo Fair, a wholesale marketplace that enables retailers to browse items from various makers, place wholesale orders, and track shipments online. Faire Wholesale, Inc. was founded in 2016 and is based in San Francisco, California with an additional office in Kitchener, Canada.

Chime

Series F in 2020
Chime is a fintech company established in 2013 by Chris Britt and Ryan King, aimed at providing a modern approach to banking that empowers its members to manage their finances effectively. The company offers a suite of services, including a Chime debit card, Spending Account, and Savings Account, all accessible through a user-friendly mobile app available on both iPhone and Android devices. Chime focuses on helping its members avoid bank fees, save money automatically, and enhance their financial well-being. Key features of the platform include fee-free overdrafts, early access to paychecks, and tools designed to improve credit scores, all of which promote greater financial control and flexibility. Chime has gained recognition for its innovative solutions in the personal finance space, positioning itself as a leader in digital banking.

Nubank

Series F in 2019
Nubank issues, administrate, processes, and transfers payments related to post-paid credit cards and equity investment in other entities. It serves clients in Brazil. The company launched its proprietary loyalty rewards program ("Nubank Rewards"), as well as a digital account ("NuConta") that is already used by more than 17 million people. In Cristina Junqueira, David Velez, and Edward Wible founded EO2 Solucoes de Pagamento on May 6, 2013 that became Nubank in on June 25, 2013. It has its headquarters in São Paulo in Brazil.

DoorDash

Series F in 2019
DoorDash, Inc. operates a logistics platform that connects merchants, consumers, and delivery personnel in the United States and Canada. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company provides a marketplace that offers various services to help merchants with customer acquisition, delivery, analytics, merchandising, payment processing, and customer support. Through its DoorDash Drive service, the company also offers a white-label logistics solution. With a focus on transforming local businesses, DoorDash connects customers with their favorite restaurants in over 600 cities, enhancing the last-mile delivery infrastructure and fostering community connections.

Deliveroo

Series F in 2017
Deliveroo is an online food delivery platform based in London, United Kingdom, founded in 2012 by Gregory Orlowski and William Shu. The platform enables users to order meals from a variety of local restaurants, focusing on providing premium dining options. By connecting customers with their favorite eateries, Deliveroo aims to enhance the convenience of food delivery while supporting local businesses. The company has established itself as a significant player in the food delivery industry, catering to a growing demand for accessible and quality dining experiences delivered directly to consumers' homes.

Deliveroo

Series F in 2017
Deliveroo is an online food delivery platform based in London, United Kingdom, founded in 2012 by Gregory Orlowski and William Shu. The platform enables users to order meals from a variety of local restaurants, focusing on providing premium dining options. By connecting customers with their favorite eateries, Deliveroo aims to enhance the convenience of food delivery while supporting local businesses. The company has established itself as a significant player in the food delivery industry, catering to a growing demand for accessible and quality dining experiences delivered directly to consumers' homes.

Funding Circle

Series F in 2017
Funding Circle is a London-based online lending platform established in 2010 that connects investors with small and medium-sized businesses seeking capital. Operating in the United Kingdom, the United States, Germany, the Netherlands, and Spain, Funding Circle facilitates direct lending through its marketplace, allowing a variety of investors—including individuals, banks, local councils, and institutional investors—to fund business loans. The platform offers both secured and unsecured loans to help businesses with various financial needs, such as working capital, asset purchases, and property development. Additionally, Funding Circle collaborates with institutional investors on securitization programs and issues loan payment dependent debt securities. By bridging the gap between businesses in need of funding and investors seeking attractive returns, Funding Circle aims to create a mutually beneficial relationship that supports economic growth and job creation.

Wish

Series F in 2016
Founded in 2010 and based in San Francisco, Wish is an e-commerce platform that offers a wide range of affordable goods to consumers globally. The platform utilizes big data, machine learning, and search technologies to deliver a visually engaging and personalized shopping experience. Wish connects customers with a vast network of direct suppliers, enabling access to quality products through a mobile-friendly interface. It features a diverse product selection, including clothing, accessories, gaming equipment, cosmetics, and mobile covers. By 2018, Wish had attracted over 80 million monthly active users and collaborated with more than one million merchants, selling nearly one billion products each year. The company primarily generates revenue from Europe, while also maintaining a presence in North America, South America, and other regions.

Ola

Series F in 2015
Ola is a mobile technology platform based in India that connects customers with various transportation options, including cabs, auto-rickshaws, bikes, and shuttle buses, through its mobile application. Founded by Ankit Bhati and Bhavish Aggarwal in December 2010, Ola offers services for city taxi bookings, outstation travel, car rentals, and corporate travel. Its application is accessible on Windows, Android, and iOS devices. In addition to transportation, Ola has expanded its offerings to include Ola Café, which delivers food from top-rated nearby restaurants in under 20 minutes. The company is headquartered in Bengaluru, India, with additional offices in the region.

Flipkart

Series F in 2014
Flipkart India Private Limited operates an e-commerce marketplace that engages in the wholesale trading/distribution of books, mobiles, computers and related accessories, apparel, home and furniture products, sports and books, and others online products. The company was founded in 2009 and is based in Bengaluru, India. Flipkart India Private Limited operates as a subsidiary of Flipkart Private Limited.

Box

Series F in 2013
Box is an online file sharing and cloud content management service that offers unlimited storage, custom branding, and administrative controls. Launched in 2006, Box aims to connect people, devices, and networks, providing secure access to content for over 8 million users. The platform enables individuals and businesses to store, share, and manage their critical information in the cloud, regardless of format or location. Box serves a diverse range of industries, helping organizations of all sizes to collaborate effectively while ensuring the security of their data. Headquartered in Redwood City, California, Box continues to enhance its services to meet the evolving needs of its users.