# Inkling Markets

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/inkling-markets

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Chicago, US
- Website: www.inklingmarkets.com
- Total disclosed funding: $0M
- Latest round: Seed (Jan 1, 2007)
- Investors on record: 1

## About

Inkling Markets operates a sophisticated platform for prediction markets, enabling organizations to make data-driven decisions through real-time probabilistic insights from employees and stakeholders.Founded in 2006 in Chicago, US, Inkling Markets specializes in prediction markets, allowing organizations to quantify outcome probabilities. The company has undergone no significant pivots and currently has no parent or subsidiary companies. Inkling raised USD 0.02 mn in Seed funding from Y Combinator in January 2007, marking the total amount raised to USD 0.02 mn, and has completed 2 deals to date.Inkling specializes in providing a robust platform for prediction markets, enabling organizations to quantify the probabilities of various outcomes through real-time probabilistic predictions. Their core product allows users to improve sales forecasting and predict key performance metrics by gathering insights from employees and stakeholders globally. This service is particularly useful for businesses looking to foster a culture of transparency and informed decision-making by creating a continuous feedback loop between employees and management. Inkling's offerings include comprehensive SaaS hosting options, which operate on AWS, as well as on-premise solutions, making the platform versatile for different organizational needs. The primary clientele consists of government agencies, NGOs, and various commercial enterprises across the United States and internationally, particularly in regions where data-driven decision-making is crucial.Inkling operates on a subscription-based revenue model, with its clients paying for access to the prediction market platform to facilitate their forecasting needs. The transaction structure typically involves direct business-to-business engagements where organizations subscribe to the platform for a specified period, thereby gaining access to its full suite of features including visual reporting, data export capabilities, and multi-language support. Revenue is generated from both standard subscription plans and customizable enterprise solutions tailored to the specific requirements of larger organizations. While specific pricing details for the subscription plans are not disclosed, Inkling’s flagship product enables significant engagement from end-users, contributing to a steady revenue stream through its commitment to improving business outcomes and decision-making processes for its clients.Inkling Markets plans to utilize its recent Seed funding of USD 0.02 mn raised in January 2007 from Y Combinator to enhance its product offerings and expand its market presence. The company is developing new features for its prediction market platform, aiming for a launch in the upcoming year. Additionally, Inkling intends to target international markets for expansion, particularly focusing on Europe and Asia by 2025, to broaden its influence and customer base.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Jan 1, 2007, $0M — Y Combinator
- Seed, Mar 1, 2006 — Y Combinator

## Investors

- Y Combinator (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/y-combinator) — Seed