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Founder mafia
5 people who came through Upstart went on to found or lead other companies.
What they invest in
from 3 of 3 portfolio companiesFintech ×2AI & Machine Learning ×1Consumer ×1Creator Economy ×1Crypto & Web3 ×1Impact & Social Good ×1Media & Entertainment ×1
HQs:Japan×1United States×1
Investments · 3 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathBy year:2022 · 22021 · 13 dated
Tala is a financial infrastructure company that uses AI and alternative data to deliver credit and financial services to underserved populations.
AI & Machine LearningFintechImpact & Social GoodSanta Monica, US
Shivani Siroya(CEO and founder)in
Co-investorsActive PartnersBAM VenturesCircle & Co.Clocktower VenturesCollaborative FundDCVC (Data Collective)+26 more
Teller provides cryptocurrency lending and stablecoin loans with minimal or no collateral requirements, alongside non-custodial token swaps across multiple blockchain networks.
Crypto & Web3Fintech
Ryan Berkun(Founder)in
Co-investorsArrington CapitalBessemer Venture PartnersMaven 11Arrington XRP CapitalBlockchain CapitalFounders Fund+4 more
Teller Novel is a mobile novel-sharing platform where users write and publish original fiction to build a fan base, with some works adapted into comics (comicalization).
ConsumerCreator EconomyMedia & Entertainment
Co-investorsGlobis Capital PartnersBessemer Venture PartnersBlockchain CapitalFounders FundFranklin TempletonLightspeed Venture Partners+2 more
Frequently asked questions
- What sectors does Upstart focus on?
- Upstart focuses on Crypto & Web3.
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