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Status
ACTIVE
Global HQ
Paris, France
Countries of investment
  • USA
Investment stages
  • Pre-Seed
  • Seed
Industries
  • Marketplaces
  • Transport
  • Biotech
  • Agritech
  • Hardware
  • Impact Investments
  • Climate Tech
About
Founded in 1996 by Bill Gross, Idealab is one of the first Technology incubators, responsible for starting over 150 companies, creating more than 10,000 jobs, and achieving over 45 successful IPOs and acquisitions. The firm focuses on Technology solutions that address significant societal challenges, transforming them into viable businesses.
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$100K
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$1M
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Idealab focuses on identifying big problems in the world that can be solved through Technology. They incubate and launch startups with the potential to transform industries by providing not only funding but also operational support, leveraging their expertise and extensive network.
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Portfolio

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DEPORPRIV

Turing (Human Capital Services)

Nimblr (Business/Productivity Software)

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