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Sparkwave Capital is an investment organization founded by Ben Werdegar, based in San Francisco and Los Angeles. The firm focuses on companies from Seed to pre-IPO stages, with a diverse portfolio across various sectors. They target advanced technology firms, particularly in space, defense, energy, and cryptocurrency.
Sparkwave Capital invests in sectors such as space, defense, energy, web3, cybersecurity, healthcare, and biotech. Their investment thesis emphasizes advanced technologies, including space transportation, autonomous systems, and innovative healthcare solutions. They typically engage with companies at the Seed and pre-IPO stages.
Notable portfolio companies include a space and defense company that launched a satellite to orbit with 24-hour notice and achieved a successful Moon landing, and a leading cryptocurrency exchange serving over 10 million users globally. Other investments include a transportation company founded by a SpaceX engineer, a platform for public safety agencies integrating real-time data, an AI cybersecurity platform for cyber attack protection, and a biotech company developing genetically engineered viruses for cancer treatment, achieving a 90% survival rate at 90 days.
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Yes, Sparkwave Capital often leads investment rounds, particularly in their focus sectors.
The firm is open to follow-on investments, especially in companies that demonstrate significant growth potential and align with their investment thesis.
Specific fund size details are not disclosed, but the firm actively invests in multiple sectors at Seed to pre-IPO stages.
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