# Igeneon

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

- Industry: Biotechnology
- Headquarters: Vienna, Austria
- Website: www.igeneon.com
- Total disclosed funding: $33M
- Latest round: Series C (Feb 19, 2004)
- Investors on record: 7

## About

Igeneon is a company offering a unique domain for sale, focusing on establishing and enhancing online identities for businesses and individuals. The service is particularly valuable for sectors related to neon lighting and technology.Igeneon was founded in 1999 and is based in Vienna, Austria. The company specializes in providing valuable domain names, with its flagship offering being the domain IgeNeon.com. In December 2004, the company was sold to Aphton Corporation. The founder's history and details about previous ventures are not publicly available. The company has been involved in 2 deals, with its latest funding round being the SERIES C, where it raised EUR 26.70 mn led by Raiffeisen Invest Private Equity.IgeNeon.com is currently available for sale, providing a unique online identity for potential buyers. The primary service focuses on the domain sale, enabling clients to secure a digital presence that enhances their brand visibility. The domain is marketed for various uses, especially in the neon lighting, technology, and creative sectors. Interested parties can purchase the domain for a one-time payment of EUR 1,995 or opt for a payment plan of 24 monthly installments at EUR 83.13, catering to a wide range of customers globally.The revenue model for IgeNeon.com is primarily based on direct domain sales, offering flexibility through one-time purchases or installment plans. Clients purchasing the domain can either pay the full amount upfront or select a payment arrangement. This sales structure includes services like domain transfer and privacy protection. Clients on a payment plan must complete all payments before transferring the domain to another registrar, ensuring revenue security throughout the transaction process.The company has recently completed a strategic deal in December 2004, indicating a shift in operations and market positioning. Future growth plans include exploring new geographic markets and product offerings, although specific details on upcoming launches or expansions are not currently available. Recent funding from the SERIES C round will support ongoing operations and potential expansions in the digital marketplace.

## Funding rounds

- Series C, Feb 19, 2004, $33M — 3i, Burrill & Company, Horizonte Venture Management, GCP Gamma Capital Partners, Deutsche Venture Capital, Capexit, Raiffeisen Invest Private Equity

## Investors

- 3i (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/3i) — Series C
- Burrill & Company (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/burrill-company) — Series C
- Horizonte Venture Management (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/horizonte-venture-management) — Series C
- GCP Gamma Capital Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/gcp-gamma-capital-partners) — Series C
- Deutsche Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/deutsche-venture-capital) — Series C
- Capexit (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/capexit) — Series C
- Raiffeisen Invest Private Equity (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/raiffeisen-invest-private-equity) — Series C