SoftBank Investment Advisers

SoftBank Investment Advisers is a venture capital firm based in London, United Kingdom, that specializes in growth equity and late-stage investments. It is a subsidiary of SoftBank Group Corp. The firm focuses primarily on the technology sector, targeting areas such as artificial intelligence, robotics, internet-of-things, telecommunications, computational biology, cloud technologies, fintech, consumer internet, and healthcare. SoftBank Investment Advisers typically invests a minimum of $100 million in both minority and majority stakes in private or public companies, with a strong emphasis on opportunities in the United States and globally. Established in 2017, the firm aims to leverage its operational expertise and extensive global network to foster innovation and drive growth in its portfolio companies.

Eric Chen

Managing Partner

Serena Dayal

Investment Director

Angela Du

Partner, Americas

Colin Fan

Managing Partner, Americas, Asia

Ted Fike

Director, Americas

Vishal Gupta

Director

Lydia Jett

Partner

Sumer Juneja

Partner and Head of India

Robert Kaplan

Partner, Americas

Greg Moon

Managing Partner, Asia

Karol Niewiadomski

Partner

Shu Nyatta

Managing Partner

Max Ohrstrand

Director

Vikas Parekh

Partner

Yanni Pipilis

Managing Partner

Kirthiga Reddy

Executive Partner

Brett Rochkind

Managing Partner

Ram Trichur

Partner

Bryant Wang

Investor

Aaron Wong

Vice President

Andrew Zloto

Partner, Americas

Past deals in B2C

ContentSquare

Series F in 2022
ContentSquare is a digital experience insights optimization platform that helps businesses analyze customer behavior through vast amounts of anonymous web, mobile, and app interactions, adhering to data privacy regulations such as the EU GDPR and California CCPA. By integrating diverse data sets, including content, user experience, product offerings, pricing, acquisition channels, and technical performance, the platform generates insights and AI-driven recommendations to enhance digital performance throughout the customer journey. Its solutions enable clients to better understand user interactions, measure content effectiveness, and clarify consumer intentions, ultimately leading to increased revenue and engagement while reducing operational costs. ContentSquare serves over 700 enterprise clients, including notable brands like American Express, Best Buy, and LVMH.

CommerceIQ

Series D in 2022
CommerceIQ™ is the leader in Ecommerce Channel Optimization (ECO), the practice of using machine learning, analytics and automations to optimize the ecommerce channel across supply chain, marketing and sales operations to win at the moment of purchase and drive profitable market share growth. CommerceIQ has been adopted by leading consumer brands accounting for more than $6 billion in ecommerce sales and millions in marketing spend, including Avery Products, Georgia-Pacific, Spectrum Brands and 3 of the top-5 Fast-Moving Consumer Goods Companies in the U.S. These brands rely on CommerceIQ’s machine-based commerce technology and business processes, which are purpose-built to tune ecommerce algorithms, collaborate and share data-driven insights in real-time in response to changing variables across hundreds of products on leading retail sites. Using CommerceIQ as a single source of truth, customers have driven 40% increase in incremental sales, 20% improvement in profitability and 32% reduction in out of stock rates on Amazon. For more information, please visit CommerceIQ.

fabric

Series C in 2022
Fabric is a cloud-based e-commerce development platform that enables businesses to create tailored online shopping experiences for both direct-to-consumer and B2B markets. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, with additional offices in Vancouver and Bengaluru, the company offers a range of services, including an infrastructure platform for software as a service, personalized digital content, product information management, and multi-channel order management. With its open and modular design, Fabric allows brands to implement solutions quickly, enhancing performance and supporting growth while replacing outdated legacy systems. Notable clients such as BuildDirect, ABC Home & Carpet, GNC, and Universal Lacrosse rely on Fabric for its intuitive applications that cater to retail buyers, planners, and marketers.

Shoplazza

Series C in 2022
Shoplazza is a provider of cross-border e-commerce solutions, focusing on empowering Chinese brands to establish a global online presence. Founded in 2017 and based in Shenzhen, the company offers an all-in-one e-commerce platform that includes services for website construction and customization, allowing users to create appealing websites without requiring extensive technical skills. By leveraging advanced technology, Shoplazza delivers a reliable and scalable Shopping Cart Software-as-a-Service, enabling merchants to build direct-to-consumer online stores that cater to diverse shopping scenarios. This comprehensive approach helps businesses manage their online operations effectively while driving revenue growth in international markets.

Zaihui

Series D in 2022
Zaihui is a SaaS-based company headquartered in China, established in 2015, that specializes in providing marketing automation solutions for local businesses. The platform focuses on member management and enhancing customer loyalty through a range of services, including intelligent precision marketing and customized marketing strategies supported by big data. Zaihui's offerings enable local merchants, particularly in the restaurant sector, to operate more efficiently by utilizing features such as QR code ordering, online payment, and comprehensive membership management. The company's solutions aim to empower small and medium-sized businesses by helping them develop unique branding and effectively engage their customer base.

Cars24

Series G in 2021
CARS24 Services Pvt. Ltd. is an online automotive marketplace based in Gurugram, India, that specializes in buying and selling used cars. Founded in 2015, the company aims to transform the used car market by offering a tech-enabled platform that ensures a secure and efficient selling process for car owners. Utilizing an AI-driven pricing algorithm, CARS24 provides accurate market valuations and facilitates vehicle inspections through scheduled appointments. Additionally, the company operates a financial services division that offers vehicle lending products to customers. CARS24 is supported by notable investors, including Exor Seeds and Moore Strategic Ventures, and operates as a subsidiary of Global Car Group.

OfBusiness

Secondary Market in 2021
OfBusiness is a technology-driven platform designed to enhance the procurement and financing processes for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in India. By integrating e-commerce with a robust product fulfillment engine, OfBusiness provides businesses with better access to raw materials at competitive prices and optimized timelines. The platform focuses on delivering a seamless experience for its users, allowing them to concentrate on their core operations. OfBusiness addresses key challenges in the B2B sector, including logistics, credit, and information flow, by managing end-to-end logistics and offering credit solutions through partnerships with non-banking financial companies. With a team that has extensive experience across various industrial sectors, OfBusiness is committed to understanding and meeting the needs of its customers, ultimately facilitating better operational efficiency for SMEs in the manufacturing and infrastructure domains.

OfBusiness

Series G in 2021
OfBusiness is a technology-driven platform designed to enhance the procurement and financing processes for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in India. By integrating e-commerce with a robust product fulfillment engine, OfBusiness provides businesses with better access to raw materials at competitive prices and optimized timelines. The platform focuses on delivering a seamless experience for its users, allowing them to concentrate on their core operations. OfBusiness addresses key challenges in the B2B sector, including logistics, credit, and information flow, by managing end-to-end logistics and offering credit solutions through partnerships with non-banking financial companies. With a team that has extensive experience across various industrial sectors, OfBusiness is committed to understanding and meeting the needs of its customers, ultimately facilitating better operational efficiency for SMEs in the manufacturing and infrastructure domains.

Olist

Series E in 2021
Olist is an online e-commerce platform based in Curitiba, Brazil, that facilitates connections between sellers and major Brazilian marketplaces. Founded in 2015, the company provides a comprehensive platform for shopkeepers of various sizes and sectors to register and sell their products through prominent retailers. Olist aims to streamline the selling process for entrepreneurs by enabling them to advertise and sell their products without complications, thereby enhancing their reach to international marketplaces. The company emphasizes a sustainable and fair business model, focusing on delivering excellent services to both merchants and consumers.

SODA

Series D in 2021
SODA operates a customer-to-customer marketplace called Snkrdunk, primarily focused on the buying and selling of sneakers. With over 2.5 million monthly users in Japan, the platform facilitates safe transactions by offering legitimacy checking services through a local authentication provider. Snkrdunk functions as a sneaker flea market where users can trade premium sneakers, and it fosters a community by regularly posting new sneaker releases, media content, and trend information. This platform not only connects buyers and sellers but also keeps users informed about the latest developments in the sneaker industry.

Reibus

Series B in 2021
Reibus is an online marketplace for buying and selling metals that connects businesses and simplifies metal transactions. The company connects buyers with a network of metal suppliers and offer logistics services to ensure smooth metal transportation. Reibus showcases features like anonymous buying, real-time leads for sellers, and transparent shipping.

Atomic

Series A in 2021
Atomic is a personalized investment management service API that lets companies offer their end-users a disciplined way to invest with them.

bKash

Venture Round in 2021
bKash Limited is a mobile money platform based in Dhaka, Bangladesh, that provides financial services primarily aimed at low-income individuals. Founded in 2011, it operates as a subsidiary of BRAC Bank Limited. bKash offers a variety of services, including cash in and cash out, money transfers, grocery shopping, bill payments, and hotel reservations, all accessible via mobile devices. The platform focuses on enhancing financial inclusion by providing convenient, affordable, and reliable services through a network of community-based agents. The company has attracted investment from notable entities, including the International Finance Corporation and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, which support its mission to broaden access to financial services for the people of Bangladesh.

Frubana

Series C in 2021
Frubana S.A.S. is a Bogotá-based B2B platform established in 2018 that specializes in providing fruits, vegetables, and other agricultural products to restaurants and small retailers in Latin America. By eliminating intermediaries in the food supply chain, Frubana enhances price transparency and reduces barriers to trade, allowing restaurants to source ingredients directly from producers. The company operates an online store that facilitates logistics and builds trust within the marketplace, ensuring that clients have access to quality food products efficiently.

Wangdiantong

Series D in 2021
Wangdiantong ERP is an enterprise-level e-commerce ERP, supporting Taobao, Tmall, Jingdong, Amazon, Dangdang, No. 1 shop, Alibaba and many other platforms, supporting multi-warehouses, support online stores and physical store cashiers. Including goods management, inventory, orders, purchasing, after-sales, accounts, statistics, CRM and other rich features.

Candy

Series A in 2021
Candy is a multifaceted company that operates in the digital collectible and confectionery sectors. It develops sports and culture digital assets, providing authentic digital experiences that engage fans and connect them with their interests. Additionally, Candy.com serves as an online retailer catering to the growing demand for bulk, gourmet, and gift confectionery products, offering competitive pricing, expedited shipping, and a unique shopping experience. Furthermore, Candy Digital specializes in non-fungible tokens (NFTs), enabling fans to buy and trade officially licensed tokens related to Major League Baseball. Launched in 2021, this segment of the business was established by notable figures in the industry and reflects Candy's commitment to integrating technology with fan engagement.

OfBusiness

Series F in 2021
OfBusiness is a technology-driven platform designed to enhance the procurement and financing processes for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in India. By integrating e-commerce with a robust product fulfillment engine, OfBusiness provides businesses with better access to raw materials at competitive prices and optimized timelines. The platform focuses on delivering a seamless experience for its users, allowing them to concentrate on their core operations. OfBusiness addresses key challenges in the B2B sector, including logistics, credit, and information flow, by managing end-to-end logistics and offering credit solutions through partnerships with non-banking financial companies. With a team that has extensive experience across various industrial sectors, OfBusiness is committed to understanding and meeting the needs of its customers, ultimately facilitating better operational efficiency for SMEs in the manufacturing and infrastructure domains.

Cars24

Series F in 2021
CARS24 Services Pvt. Ltd. is an online automotive marketplace based in Gurugram, India, that specializes in buying and selling used cars. Founded in 2015, the company aims to transform the used car market by offering a tech-enabled platform that ensures a secure and efficient selling process for car owners. Utilizing an AI-driven pricing algorithm, CARS24 provides accurate market valuations and facilitates vehicle inspections through scheduled appointments. Additionally, the company operates a financial services division that offers vehicle lending products to customers. CARS24 is supported by notable investors, including Exor Seeds and Moore Strategic Ventures, and operates as a subsidiary of Global Car Group.

TBCASoft

Series B in 2021
TBCASoft, Inc. specializes in developing consortium-based blockchain platform solutions tailored for the telecommunications industry. The company offers a Cross-Carrier Payment System (CCPS) that facilitates person-to-person remittance, top-ups, merchant payments, and wallet roaming services. Additionally, TBCASoft has created a Cross-Carrier Identification System (CCIS) that employs zero-knowledge proof cryptography and distributed ledger technology to manage user identification securely. The company also leads the Carrier Blockchain Study Group (CBSG) consortium, which enables telecom carriers to collaborate and utilize blockchain technology for enhanced service offerings. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with a subsidiary in Taipei, Taiwan, TBCASoft aims to create a decentralized global value exchange network that enhances interoperability between mobile payment services and supports telecom carriers in delivering innovative, value-added services.

OfBusiness

Series E in 2021
OfBusiness is a technology-driven platform designed to enhance the procurement and financing processes for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in India. By integrating e-commerce with a robust product fulfillment engine, OfBusiness provides businesses with better access to raw materials at competitive prices and optimized timelines. The platform focuses on delivering a seamless experience for its users, allowing them to concentrate on their core operations. OfBusiness addresses key challenges in the B2B sector, including logistics, credit, and information flow, by managing end-to-end logistics and offering credit solutions through partnerships with non-banking financial companies. With a team that has extensive experience across various industrial sectors, OfBusiness is committed to understanding and meeting the needs of its customers, ultimately facilitating better operational efficiency for SMEs in the manufacturing and infrastructure domains.

GlobalBees

Series A in 2021
GlobalBees is a company dedicated to finding and scaling great products.

Flipkart

Private Equity Round in 2021
Flipkart Internet Private Limited is an e-commerce marketplace based in Bengaluru, India, founded in 2007. The platform offers over 30 million products across more than 70 categories, including electronics, apparel, home furnishings, beauty and personal care, books, and baby products. It caters to a diverse customer base, serving women, men, and children. Flipkart has built a significant user base, with 75 million registered users and over 10 million daily visits. The company efficiently manages logistics, delivering approximately 8 million shipments per month. Initially known as Flipkart Marketplace Private Limited, it rebranded in 2012 and operates as a subsidiary of Flipkart Private Limited. Flipkart was acquired by Walmart in 2018, further enhancing its market presence in the Indian e-commerce sector.

TUL

Series B in 2021
TUL S.A.S is a Colombian company founded in 2020 that operates an online platform for the trading of various construction materials and hardware products. The company provides an application that allows users to conveniently purchase items such as paints, plumbing, heating equipment, and glass products directly from their mobile devices. This service is designed to simplify the procurement process for small businesses and individual users, enabling them to find competitive prices and receive their orders at a designated location. By connecting manufacturers of construction materials with buyers, TUL facilitates an efficient marketplace that addresses the operational needs of businesses while ensuring customers can easily acquire the necessary supplies for their projects.

Buser

Series C in 2021
Buser Brasil Tecnologia LTDA operates a mobile application that facilitates bus travel in Brazil by connecting users who share similar destinations. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in São Paulo, Buser offers a collaborative charter platform, allowing travelers to book low-cost trips by joining others to charter a bus instead of purchasing individual tickets from traditional bus companies. This innovative approach promotes sustainable mobility and aims to provide safe, quality, and affordable transportation options for users. The app is available for both iOS and Android devices, making it accessible to a wide range of travelers seeking economical travel solutions.

Chehaoduo

Series E in 2021
Chehaoduo designs an online car trading platform that sells used cars. Its online car trading platform directly links individual car sellers and buyers, which help buyers remove the middlemen as well as purchase used cars easily. Haoyong Yang founded Chehaoduo in 2014, with its headquarters in Beijing in China, with branches in Chinese cities such as Hangzhou and Chongqing.

Frubana

Series B in 2021
Frubana S.A.S. is a Bogotá-based B2B platform established in 2018 that specializes in providing fruits, vegetables, and other agricultural products to restaurants and small retailers in Latin America. By eliminating intermediaries in the food supply chain, Frubana enhances price transparency and reduces barriers to trade, allowing restaurants to source ingredients directly from producers. The company operates an online store that facilitates logistics and builds trust within the marketplace, ensuring that clients have access to quality food products efficiently.

ContentSquare

Series E in 2021
ContentSquare is a digital experience insights optimization platform that helps businesses analyze customer behavior through vast amounts of anonymous web, mobile, and app interactions, adhering to data privacy regulations such as the EU GDPR and California CCPA. By integrating diverse data sets, including content, user experience, product offerings, pricing, acquisition channels, and technical performance, the platform generates insights and AI-driven recommendations to enhance digital performance throughout the customer journey. Its solutions enable clients to better understand user interactions, measure content effectiveness, and clarify consumer intentions, ultimately leading to increased revenue and engagement while reducing operational costs. ContentSquare serves over 700 enterprise clients, including notable brands like American Express, Best Buy, and LVMH.

Dingdong Maicai

Series D in 2021
Dingdong Maicai is a rapidly growing online retail platform based in Shanghai, China, specializing in the sale of fresh produce and daily necessities. Founded in 2014, the company leverages a big data-driven approach to optimize its operations and improve customer experience. By utilizing self-developed data models and historical sales data, Dingdong Maicai predicts future orders, which helps reduce waste and ensure product availability. The platform offers a wide range of products, including fresh vegetables, seafood, meat, fruits, and organic items. Customers can conveniently shop through the Dingdong Fresh app and mini-programs, which facilitate direct delivery to households. The company generates revenue primarily through the sale of these fresh groceries and membership services, establishing itself as a key player in the community-based e-commerce sector in China.

Standard Cognition

Series C in 2021
Standard Cognition is an artificial intelligence platform that allows buyers to grab what they want without having to go to a cashier. It empowers consumers to shop and pay without waiting in line, scanning or stopping to check out. Available to any retailer, the solution helps reduce labor costs, improve the customer experience, and improve profit margins. It also helps small-size retailers to compete with larger chains and online offerings. Standard Cognition was founded in 2017 and is based in San Francisco, California.

Standard Cognition

Series C in 2021
Standard Cognition is an artificial intelligence platform that allows buyers to grab what they want without having to go to a cashier. It empowers consumers to shop and pay without waiting in line, scanning or stopping to check out. Available to any retailer, the solution helps reduce labor costs, improve the customer experience, and improve profit margins. It also helps small-size retailers to compete with larger chains and online offerings. Standard Cognition was founded in 2017 and is based in San Francisco, California.

blinkit

Venture Round in 2020
Grofers India Private Limited, operating under the brand name Blinkit, is a mobile e-commerce platform that specializes in the online shopping and delivery of a wide range of products, including groceries, fresh produce, household items, and personal care products. Incorporated in 2015 and based in Gurugram, India, the company offers over 3,000 products at competitive prices that are often lower than traditional supermarkets. Blinkit serves customers in 26 cities across India, including major urban centers such as Delhi NCR, Mumbai, and Bengaluru. As a subsidiary of Grofers International, Blinkit aims to provide convenient and cost-effective shopping solutions for daily needs, ensuring prompt delivery to customers' doorsteps.

VTEX

Series D in 2020
VTEX is a developer of a cloud-based eCommerce platform designed to empower businesses to adapt to changing market demands while minimizing the need for software updates. Founded in 2000 by entrepreneurs Geraldo Thomaz and Mariano Gomide de Faria, the company provides an end-to-end omnichannel commerce solution that facilitates collaboration among retailers, brands, and B2B manufacturers. This platform enables users to enhance sales and reduce operational costs by uniting with partners, suppliers, and competitors, thereby eliminating channel conflict. By allowing businesses to launch their own marketplaces and work with third-party suppliers, VTEX supports growth and innovation in the eCommerce sector.

AUTO1 Group

Convertible Note in 2020
AUTO1 Group GmbH operates a digital platform that connects buyers and sellers in the used car market, facilitating transactions in Europe and North America. Founded in 2012 and based in Berlin, the company sources used cars from original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), dealerships, and its own business units, which include AUTO1.com and Autohero.com. The platform provides a seamless experience for both individual customers and professional dealers, allowing them to trade used cars at transparent prices without the complexities of negotiation. AUTO1 Group has two main segments: Merchant, where used cars are sold to commercial dealers, and Retail, which focuses on sales to private customers. The company continues to expand its presence, operating in nearly 30 countries and offering a diversified inventory that enhances its marketplace capabilities.

Chehaoduo

Series D in 2020
Chehaoduo designs an online car trading platform that sells used cars. Its online car trading platform directly links individual car sellers and buyers, which help buyers remove the middlemen as well as purchase used cars easily. Haoyong Yang founded Chehaoduo in 2014, with its headquarters in Beijing in China, with branches in Chinese cities such as Hangzhou and Chongqing.

C Channel

Venture Round in 2020
C Channel Corporation is an online video media provider based in Tokyo, Japan, focused on delivering lifestyle-related content primarily targeting women aged 20 to 34. Founded in 2015, the platform offers a variety of informative videos covering topics such as fashion, food, hairstyling, makeup, and travel. By providing high-quality, engaging content, C Channel aims to cater to the interests and needs of its audience.

Frubana

Series A in 2020
Frubana S.A.S. is a Bogotá-based B2B platform established in 2018 that specializes in providing fruits, vegetables, and other agricultural products to restaurants and small retailers in Latin America. By eliminating intermediaries in the food supply chain, Frubana enhances price transparency and reduces barriers to trade, allowing restaurants to source ingredients directly from producers. The company operates an online store that facilitates logistics and builds trust within the marketplace, ensuring that clients have access to quality food products efficiently.

VTEX

Series C in 2019
VTEX is a developer of a cloud-based eCommerce platform designed to empower businesses to adapt to changing market demands while minimizing the need for software updates. Founded in 2000 by entrepreneurs Geraldo Thomaz and Mariano Gomide de Faria, the company provides an end-to-end omnichannel commerce solution that facilitates collaboration among retailers, brands, and B2B manufacturers. This platform enables users to enhance sales and reduce operational costs by uniting with partners, suppliers, and competitors, thereby eliminating channel conflict. By allowing businesses to launch their own marketplaces and work with third-party suppliers, VTEX supports growth and innovation in the eCommerce sector.

Olist

Series C in 2019
Olist is an online e-commerce platform based in Curitiba, Brazil, that facilitates connections between sellers and major Brazilian marketplaces. Founded in 2015, the company provides a comprehensive platform for shopkeepers of various sizes and sectors to register and sell their products through prominent retailers. Olist aims to streamline the selling process for entrepreneurs by enabling them to advertise and sell their products without complications, thereby enhancing their reach to international marketplaces. The company emphasizes a sustainable and fair business model, focusing on delivering excellent services to both merchants and consumers.

Buser

Series B in 2019
Buser Brasil Tecnologia LTDA operates a mobile application that facilitates bus travel in Brazil by connecting users who share similar destinations. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in São Paulo, Buser offers a collaborative charter platform, allowing travelers to book low-cost trips by joining others to charter a bus instead of purchasing individual tickets from traditional bus companies. This innovative approach promotes sustainable mobility and aims to provide safe, quality, and affordable transportation options for users. The app is available for both iOS and Android devices, making it accessible to a wide range of travelers seeking economical travel solutions.

blinkit

Series F in 2019
Grofers India Private Limited, operating under the brand name Blinkit, is a mobile e-commerce platform that specializes in the online shopping and delivery of a wide range of products, including groceries, fresh produce, household items, and personal care products. Incorporated in 2015 and based in Gurugram, India, the company offers over 3,000 products at competitive prices that are often lower than traditional supermarkets. Blinkit serves customers in 26 cities across India, including major urban centers such as Delhi NCR, Mumbai, and Bengaluru. As a subsidiary of Grofers International, Blinkit aims to provide convenient and cost-effective shopping solutions for daily needs, ensuring prompt delivery to customers' doorsteps.

CBcloud

Series B in 2019
CBcloud Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2012 that operates a crowdsourcing platform designed to connect shippers with drivers. The company specializes in outsourcing services, particularly in the realm of light cargo transportation, enabling efficient logistics solutions. By leveraging technology to match supply with demand, CBcloud facilitates the movement of goods while optimizing resources for both shippers and drivers.

C2FO

Series G in 2019
C2FO operates a cash flow optimization platform that serves as an online marketplace for early payments, allowing businesses to manage their accounts payable and accounts receivable effectively. It is recognized as the first working capital market globally, enabling suppliers and buyers to connect seamlessly. By facilitating better timing and terms for payments, C2FO empowers suppliers to enhance their cash flow while helping buyers improve their earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) and gross margins. This dynamic matching process supports enterprises of all sizes in optimizing their working capital, ultimately contributing to improved financial health across supply chains.

blinkit

Series F in 2019
Grofers India Private Limited, operating under the brand name Blinkit, is a mobile e-commerce platform that specializes in the online shopping and delivery of a wide range of products, including groceries, fresh produce, household items, and personal care products. Incorporated in 2015 and based in Gurugram, India, the company offers over 3,000 products at competitive prices that are often lower than traditional supermarkets. Blinkit serves customers in 26 cities across India, including major urban centers such as Delhi NCR, Mumbai, and Bengaluru. As a subsidiary of Grofers International, Blinkit aims to provide convenient and cost-effective shopping solutions for daily needs, ensuring prompt delivery to customers' doorsteps.

blinkit

Series F in 2019
Grofers India Private Limited, operating under the brand name Blinkit, is a mobile e-commerce platform that specializes in the online shopping and delivery of a wide range of products, including groceries, fresh produce, household items, and personal care products. Incorporated in 2015 and based in Gurugram, India, the company offers over 3,000 products at competitive prices that are often lower than traditional supermarkets. Blinkit serves customers in 26 cities across India, including major urban centers such as Delhi NCR, Mumbai, and Bengaluru. As a subsidiary of Grofers International, Blinkit aims to provide convenient and cost-effective shopping solutions for daily needs, ensuring prompt delivery to customers' doorsteps.

Chehaoduo

Series D in 2019
Chehaoduo designs an online car trading platform that sells used cars. Its online car trading platform directly links individual car sellers and buyers, which help buyers remove the middlemen as well as purchase used cars easily. Haoyong Yang founded Chehaoduo in 2014, with its headquarters in Beijing in China, with branches in Chinese cities such as Hangzhou and Chongqing.

TBCASoft

Series A in 2019
TBCASoft, Inc. specializes in developing consortium-based blockchain platform solutions tailored for the telecommunications industry. The company offers a Cross-Carrier Payment System (CCPS) that facilitates person-to-person remittance, top-ups, merchant payments, and wallet roaming services. Additionally, TBCASoft has created a Cross-Carrier Identification System (CCIS) that employs zero-knowledge proof cryptography and distributed ledger technology to manage user identification securely. The company also leads the Carrier Blockchain Study Group (CBSG) consortium, which enables telecom carriers to collaborate and utilize blockchain technology for enhanced service offerings. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with a subsidiary in Taipei, Taiwan, TBCASoft aims to create a decentralized global value exchange network that enhances interoperability between mobile payment services and supports telecom carriers in delivering innovative, value-added services.

Coupang

Private Equity Round in 2018
Coupang Corp. operates an online retail platform that offers a wide range of products, including baby goods, fashion, beauty products, electronics, and home decor, along with daily discounted deals on various goods and services. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, the company emphasizes a customer-centric approach, aiming to provide competitive prices and a personalized shopping experience through its mobile application. Coupang leverages innovative technology to enhance operations, focusing on improving the end-to-end customer experience, particularly in areas like last-mile delivery and product discovery. With additional offices in major cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Los Angeles, and Seattle, Coupang has established itself as a significant player in the global e-commerce market.

Alibaba Bendi Shenghuo Fuwu Gongsi

Funding Round in 2018
Alibaba Bendi Shenghuo Fuwu Gonsi focuses on on-demand online services. It was established by Alibaba Group as the holding company for [Ele.me](https://www.crunchbase.com/organization/ele-me#section-overview) (food delivery service) and [Koubei](https://www.crunchbase.com/organization/koubei) (online restaurant guide business), which merged in August 2018.

Brandless

Series C in 2018
Brandless, Inc. operates an online consumer commerce platform that offers a diverse range of products designed to enhance everyday living. The company specializes in food items, home essentials, beauty and personal care products, health and wellness solutions, baby care, and pet supplies. Founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, Brandless emphasizes quality, transparency, and community-driven values, aiming to provide consumers with better products at affordable prices. The platform promotes a collaborative approach to commerce, focusing on customer needs and preferences to drive innovation and improve product offerings. By prioritizing essential items and fostering a sense of community, Brandless seeks to empower consumers to make informed choices for themselves and their families.

blinkit

Series E in 2018
Grofers India Private Limited, operating under the brand name Blinkit, is a mobile e-commerce platform that specializes in the online shopping and delivery of a wide range of products, including groceries, fresh produce, household items, and personal care products. Incorporated in 2015 and based in Gurugram, India, the company offers over 3,000 products at competitive prices that are often lower than traditional supermarkets. Blinkit serves customers in 26 cities across India, including major urban centers such as Delhi NCR, Mumbai, and Bengaluru. As a subsidiary of Grofers International, Blinkit aims to provide convenient and cost-effective shopping solutions for daily needs, ensuring prompt delivery to customers' doorsteps.

AUTO1 Group

Series F in 2018
AUTO1 Group GmbH operates a digital platform that connects buyers and sellers in the used car market, facilitating transactions in Europe and North America. Founded in 2012 and based in Berlin, the company sources used cars from original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), dealerships, and its own business units, which include AUTO1.com and Autohero.com. The platform provides a seamless experience for both individual customers and professional dealers, allowing them to trade used cars at transparent prices without the complexities of negotiation. AUTO1 Group has two main segments: Merchant, where used cars are sold to commercial dealers, and Retail, which focuses on sales to private customers. The company continues to expand its presence, operating in nearly 30 countries and offering a diversified inventory that enhances its marketplace capabilities.

Flipkart

Secondary Market in 2017
Flipkart Internet Private Limited is an e-commerce marketplace based in Bengaluru, India, founded in 2007. The platform offers over 30 million products across more than 70 categories, including electronics, apparel, home furnishings, beauty and personal care, books, and baby products. It caters to a diverse customer base, serving women, men, and children. Flipkart has built a significant user base, with 75 million registered users and over 10 million daily visits. The company efficiently manages logistics, delivering approximately 8 million shipments per month. Initially known as Flipkart Marketplace Private Limited, it rebranded in 2012 and operates as a subsidiary of Flipkart Private Limited. Flipkart was acquired by Walmart in 2018, further enhancing its market presence in the Indian e-commerce sector.

Flipkart

Private Equity Round in 2017
Flipkart Internet Private Limited is an e-commerce marketplace based in Bengaluru, India, founded in 2007. The platform offers over 30 million products across more than 70 categories, including electronics, apparel, home furnishings, beauty and personal care, books, and baby products. It caters to a diverse customer base, serving women, men, and children. Flipkart has built a significant user base, with 75 million registered users and over 10 million daily visits. The company efficiently manages logistics, delivering approximately 8 million shipments per month. Initially known as Flipkart Marketplace Private Limited, it rebranded in 2012 and operates as a subsidiary of Flipkart Private Limited. Flipkart was acquired by Walmart in 2018, further enhancing its market presence in the Indian e-commerce sector.

C Channel

Venture Round in 2016
C Channel Corporation is an online video media provider based in Tokyo, Japan, focused on delivering lifestyle-related content primarily targeting women aged 20 to 34. Founded in 2015, the platform offers a variety of informative videos covering topics such as fashion, food, hairstyling, makeup, and travel. By providing high-quality, engaging content, C Channel aims to cater to the interests and needs of its audience.

blinkit

Series C in 2015
Grofers India Private Limited, operating under the brand name Blinkit, is a mobile e-commerce platform that specializes in the online shopping and delivery of a wide range of products, including groceries, fresh produce, household items, and personal care products. Incorporated in 2015 and based in Gurugram, India, the company offers over 3,000 products at competitive prices that are often lower than traditional supermarkets. Blinkit serves customers in 26 cities across India, including major urban centers such as Delhi NCR, Mumbai, and Bengaluru. As a subsidiary of Grofers International, Blinkit aims to provide convenient and cost-effective shopping solutions for daily needs, ensuring prompt delivery to customers' doorsteps.

Snapdeal

Private Equity Round in 2015
Jasper Infotech Private Limited owns and operates an online shopping site for Internet users in India. It provides an assortment of products across various categories, including mobiles and tablets; computers, and office and gaming products; televisions, audio and video equipment, appliances, grooming products, and cameras; men's and women's fashion products; kids' toys and fashion products; home and kitchen furnishings/appliances; beauty and personal care products, and food and household essentials; sports, fitness, and outdoor equipment; books, musical instruments, and gift cards; motors and accessories; and real estate and financial services. The company was founded in 2007 and is based in New Delhi, India with regional offices including Bangalore, Mumbai, Calcutta, and Hyderabad.

Coupang

Private Equity Round in 2015
Coupang Corp. operates an online retail platform that offers a wide range of products, including baby goods, fashion, beauty products, electronics, and home decor, along with daily discounted deals on various goods and services. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, the company emphasizes a customer-centric approach, aiming to provide competitive prices and a personalized shopping experience through its mobile application. Coupang leverages innovative technology to enhance operations, focusing on improving the end-to-end customer experience, particularly in areas like last-mile delivery and product discovery. With additional offices in major cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Los Angeles, and Seattle, Coupang has established itself as a significant player in the global e-commerce market.

Snapdeal

Private Equity Round in 2014
Jasper Infotech Private Limited owns and operates an online shopping site for Internet users in India. It provides an assortment of products across various categories, including mobiles and tablets; computers, and office and gaming products; televisions, audio and video equipment, appliances, grooming products, and cameras; men's and women's fashion products; kids' toys and fashion products; home and kitchen furnishings/appliances; beauty and personal care products, and food and household essentials; sports, fitness, and outdoor equipment; books, musical instruments, and gift cards; motors and accessories; and real estate and financial services. The company was founded in 2007 and is based in New Delhi, India with regional offices including Bangalore, Mumbai, Calcutta, and Hyderabad.

Coupang

Venture Round in 2014
Coupang Corp. operates an online retail platform that offers a wide range of products, including baby goods, fashion, beauty products, electronics, and home decor, along with daily discounted deals on various goods and services. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, the company emphasizes a customer-centric approach, aiming to provide competitive prices and a personalized shopping experience through its mobile application. Coupang leverages innovative technology to enhance operations, focusing on improving the end-to-end customer experience, particularly in areas like last-mile delivery and product discovery. With additional offices in major cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Los Angeles, and Seattle, Coupang has established itself as a significant player in the global e-commerce market.

Filefish

Series A in 2001
Filefish provides B2B solutions to mobile wireless platforms for e-commuting.

Beenos

Venture Round in 2000
Beenos is a Tokyo-based venture capital firm that specializes in early-stage investments, focusing on consumer-facing companies across various sectors, including information technology, online marketplaces, and mobile applications. Founded in 1999, Beenos initially operated as NetPrice.com, offering eCommerce services before pivoting to incubation and venture capital in 2014. The firm’s investment strategy extends to diverse markets, primarily targeting the United States, India, Indonesia, Japan, and Turkey. Beenos aims to support startups through its team of experienced professionals who provide expertise in engineering, design, data science, and business management, assisting entrepreneurs in launching and scaling their businesses in the dynamic IT landscape.

Fastparts

Series D in 2000
FastParts, Inc. operates as a B2B Internet marketplace for buyers and sellers of electronic inventory. It also provides auction services for the disposition of parts. The company was founded in 1991 and is based in San Jose, California.

beMANY

Series A in 2000
beMANY is an e-business that helps consumers and businesses buy and manage their communication, utility and other everyday services, through the benefits of combined buying power, consolidated billing and customer service, and a commitment to customer advocacy

Alibaba Group

Venture Round in 2000
Alibaba Group is a leading global online and mobile commerce company based in Hangzhou, China, founded in 1999. The company operates a diverse range of platforms, including Taobao, a consumer-to-consumer marketplace, and Tmall, a business-to-consumer platform. Alibaba also manages Alibaba.com and 1688.com for wholesale transactions, along with AliExpress for international retail. Its services extend beyond e-commerce to cloud computing, digital media and entertainment, and local consumer services. Key assets include Cainiao, a logistics network, and Ele.me, a local delivery service. Additionally, Alibaba offers various marketing services, payment solutions, and operates content platforms such as Youku and Alibaba Pictures. As the world's largest online commerce entity by gross merchandise volume, Alibaba plays a crucial role in connecting consumers and businesses, facilitating transactions, and enhancing operational efficiencies through cutting-edge technology.

Webvan

Series D in 1999
Internet retailer that offers delivery services by integrating its web store with a distribution facility and delivery system

Webvan

Series B in 1998
Internet retailer that offers delivery services by integrating its web store with a distribution facility and delivery system

Zip2

Series C in 1997
Zip2 develops technology solutions and contents for business directories that connects the e-commerce merchants with their consumers
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