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Columbus, US · Founded 2020 · 4 known investors

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NextBillion.ai provides route optimization, distance matrix, and directions APIs for large-scale logistics companies, supporting complex routing constraints, truck-safe routing, and ETA calculations. Its tools serve trucking, last-mile delivery, field services, and mobility operations, integrating with telematics and ERP systems.

AI & Machine LearningDeveloper ToolsLogistics & Supply Chain

Founders & leadership

Nextbillion was founded in 2020 by Shaolin Zheng, Gaurav Bubna, and Ajay Bulusu.

SZShaolin Zheng
Shaolin ZhengCofounder & CTOFounder of NextBillion.ai, which provides route optimization and logistics APIs; previously worked as an engineer, technology leader, and product manager.
GBGaurav Bubna
Gaurav BubnaCo-FounderGaurav Bubna co-founded NextBillion.ai, a route optimization and logistics platform that he developed from inception and scaled globally before exiting via acquisition. He previously held product leadership roles at Grab and Ola, and was a founding member at ZLemma, a VC-backed AI recruiting startup that was also acquired.
ABAjay Bulusu
Ajay BulusuCo-Founder2020–2026Ajay Bulusu co-founded NextBillion.ai, a route optimization and logistics software company that raised over $30 million and operated across 100+ countries before exiting in 2025. He has spent the last decade building technology companies across the US, Singapore, India, Japan, and the UK.

Investors · 4

Lightspeed India Partnerslisted by Lightspeed India PartnersTrianon
Lightspeed Venture Partnerslisted by Lightspeed Venture PartnersMenlo Park · $1M – $5M

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M12 (Microsoft's Venture Fund)listed by M12 (Microsoft's Venture Fund)Seattle · $100K – $10M

In the news

Deals in brief: Neptune Robotics raises Series B funding, ThinkZone launches new Vietnam-focused fund, Velocitor acquires Nextbillion.ai, and morekr-asia.com · Nov 2025

Frequently asked questions

What does Nextbillion do?
NextBillion.ai provides route optimization, distance matrix, and directions APIs for large-scale logistics companies, supporting complex routing constraints, truck-safe routing, and ETA calculations. Its tools serve trucking, last-mile delivery, field services, and mobility operations, integrating with telematics and ERP systems.
Who founded Nextbillion?
Nextbillion was founded by Shaolin Zheng, Gaurav Bubna, Ajay Bulusu in 2020.
Who are Nextbillion's investors?
Nextbillion's investors include Alpha Wave Global, Lightspeed India Partners, Lightspeed Venture Partners, M12 (Microsoft's Venture Fund).
Where is Nextbillion headquartered?
Nextbillion is headquartered in Columbus, US.