Celo Overview
- Year Founded
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2017
- Status
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Private
- Employees
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119
- Latest Deal Type
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2ndary - Private
- Investors
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29
Celo General Information
Description
Developer of a mobile-first blockchain platform intended to facilitate decentralized financial tools and services for global users with a mobile phone and bring financial stability. The company's platform enables seamless transactions across multiple currencies, supports a diverse ecosystem, and is designed for accessibility, enabling individuals and communities with innovative financial solutions that promote economic prosperity.
Contact Information
Website
celo.orgCorporate Office
- 548 Market Street
- Suite 64375
- San Francisco, CA 94104
- United States
Corporate Office
- 548 Market Street
- Suite 64375
- San Francisco, CA 94104
- United States
Celo Valuation & Funding
| Deal Type | Date | Amount | Raised to Date | Post-Val | Status | Stage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8. Secondary Transaction - Private | Completed | Generating Revenue | ||||
| 7. Later Stage VC | 13-Dec-2022 | Completed | Generating Revenue | |||
| 6. Early Stage VC | 22-Jul-2021 | Completed | Generating Revenue | |||
| 5. Early Stage VC | 20-Apr-2021 | Completed | Generating Revenue | |||
| 4. Early Stage VC (Series A) | 10-Feb-2021 | Completed | Generating Revenue | |||
| 3. Early Stage VC | 22-Jan-2020 | Completed | Generating Revenue | |||
| 2. Accelerator/Incubator | 06-Sep-2018 | $6.5M | Completed | Generating Revenue | ||
| 1. Early Stage VC | 22-Jun-2018 | $6.5M | $6.5M | Completed | Generating Revenue |
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Celo Comparisons
Industry
Financing
Details
Celo Competitors (52)
One of Celo’s 52 competitors is Chain, a Formerly VC-backed company based in San Francisco, CA.
| Company Name | Financing Status | Location | Employees | Total Raised | Last Financing Date/Type | Last Financing Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chain | Formerly VC-backed | San Francisco, CA | ||||
| Ripple | Venture Capital-Backed | San Francisco, CA | ||||
| Blockstream | Venture Capital-Backed | Montreal, Canada | ||||
| Gemini Space Station | Formerly VC-backed | New York, NY | ||||
| Binance | Venture Capital-Backed | United Arab Emirates |
Celo Patents
Celo Recent Patent Activity
| Publication ID | Patent Title | Status | First Filing Date | Technology (CPC) | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| US-11611439-B2 | Tree structure for byzantine fault tolerance | Active | 11-Jun-2019 | ||
| US-20200396081-A1 | Tree structure for byzantine fault tolerance | Active | 11-Jun-2019 | ||
| US-20240097910-A1 | Tree structure for byzantine fault tolerance | Inactive | 11-Jun-2019 | ||
| US-11140094-B2 | Resource stabilization in a distributed network | Active | 20-Mar-2019 | ||
| US-20200304421-A1 | Resource stabilization in a distributed network | Active | 20-Mar-2019 | G06Q20/38 |
Celo Signals
Celo Investors (29)
| Investor Name | Investor Type | Holding | Investor Since | Participating Rounds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chain Capital (Shanghai) | Venture Capital | Minority | ||
| DWF Labs | Venture Capital | Minority | ||
| KOI Capital (Singapore) | Venture Capital | Minority | ||
| Numeri Capital | Venture Capital | Minority | ||
| Olima Ventures | Venture Capital | Minority |
Celo Investments & Acquisitions (20)
Celo’s most recent deal was a Later Stage VC with Alfred (Miami) for . The deal was made on 27-Jan-2026.
| Company Name | Deal Date | Deal Type | Deal Size | Industry | Lead Partner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alfred (Miami) | 27-Jan-2026 | Later Stage VC | Financial Software | ||
| Finna (Middletown) | 19-Jul-2024 | Grant | Financial Software | ||
| Denota Labs | 01-Oct-2023 | Early Stage VC | Other Financial Services | ||
| The Animal Age | 27-Jul-2023 | Seed Round | Entertainment Software | ||
| EtherMail | 08-Mar-2023 | Early Stage VC | Application Software |
Celo FAQs
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When was Celo founded?
Celo was founded in 2017.
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Where is Celo headquartered?
Celo is headquartered in San Francisco, CA.
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What is the size of Celo?
Celo has 119 total employees.
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What industry is Celo in?
Celo’s primary industry is Financial Software.
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Is Celo a private or public company?
Celo is a Private company.
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What is Celo’s current revenue?
The current revenue for Celo is .
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How much funding has Celo raised over time?
Celo has raised $57.2M.
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Who are Celo’s investors?
Chain Capital (Shanghai), DWF Labs, KOI Capital (Singapore), Numeri Capital, and Olima Ventures are 5 of 29 investors who have invested in Celo.
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Who are Celo’s competitors?
Chain, Ripple, Blockstream, Gemini Space Station, and Binance are some of the 52 competitors of Celo.
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