Silicon Hive
Latest round
- Series B
Last raised
- Oct 2008
Total raised
- $17M
Investors
- 4
About Silicon Hive
Founded in 2003 in Eindhoven, Netherlands, Silicon Hive specializes in premium domain name sales. The company has undergone significant changes, culminating in its acquisition by Intel Corporation in March 2011. The founder, George Cigale, has a history of entrepreneurship, though further details on previous ventures are unavailable.Silicon Hive specializes in the sale of premium domain names, primarily targeted at businesses and entrepreneurs seeking to establish a strong online presence.29 per month. The company serves a global clientele, including startups and established businesses, focusing on those in the technology and innovation sectors.Silicon Hive generates revenue through direct sales of domain names and related services, utilizing a transaction structure that includes options for outright purchases or installment payment plans. The pricing strategy allows clients to buy domain names outright or pay over time without interest. The revenue model is predominantly B2B, catering to businesses needing digital real estate for their web presence. Additionally, ancillary services such as WhoIs Privacy Protection are offered for free in the first year, with a small fee applied thereafter. There are initiatives to introduce new domain offerings and expand into additional international markets. The company aims to capitalize on its existing technology and market reach to diversify its service range in the upcoming years, although specific product launches or geographical targets have not been disclosed.
Who invested in Silicon Hive
4 investors across 2 rounds
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Who invested in Silicon Hive?
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How much funding has Silicon Hive raised?
Silicon Hive has raised 2 venture rounds. Sign up free to see how much each round raised and the total.
When did Silicon Hive last raise money?
Silicon Hive's most recent round on record is a Series B, in Oct 2008.
What does Silicon Hive do?
Founded in 2003 in Eindhoven, Netherlands, Silicon Hive specializes in premium domain name sales.
Where is Silicon Hive headquartered?
Silicon Hive is headquartered in Eindhoven, Netherlands.
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