# Dote

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/dote

- Industry: Internet
- Headquarters: San Francisco, US
- Website: www.doteshopping.com
- Total disclosed funding: $7.2M
- Latest round: Series A (Jul 20, 2017)
- Investors on record: 1

## About

Dote, Inc. operates an online platform connecting users with various casino sites, offering free bonuses and detailed reviews. The company specializes in guiding users through online gambling promotions.Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, US, Dote, Inc. provides a platform that connects users to online casino sites. The company has received a total funding of USD 12.00 mn, with its latest funding round occurring in April 2019, led by Goodwater Capital alongside Harrison Metal Capital and returning investor Lightspeed Venture Partners. The company has closed two deals to date. The founders, Sheena Abbot-Davies and Yasser Ahmad, have built the company without notable pivots in strategy since its inception, focusing primarily on the Asian markets, particularly in South Korea, where online betting is popular.Doteshopping.com specializes in providing a comprehensive platform that connects users with various online casino sites offering free bonuses. Their services include detailed reviews of platforms that provide these bonuses and guidelines for users on how to maximize their benefits while minimizing risks. The platform targets both novice and experienced gamblers, particularly in Asian markets, ensuring reliable insights into site credibility and user experiences.The revenue model of Doteshopping.com is primarily based on affiliate partnerships with the online casinos it promotes. The company earns commissions from user registrations and transactions on these platforms. Additionally, it may generate income through subscription services for premium access to exclusive bonuses or advice, although specific pricing plans for these services are not disclosed.Following the USD 12.00 mn funding raised in April 2019, Dote, Inc. plans to enhance its platform by launching new features designed to improve user experience and engagement. The company aims to expand its reach into additional Asian markets by the end of 2024, focusing on regions with growing interest in online gambling. The recent funding will support the development of these new offerings and market expansion initiatives.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Jul 20, 2017, $7.2M — Lightspeed Venture Partners

## Investors

- Lightspeed Venture Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/lightspeed-venture-partners) — Series A