# Soundwave

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

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Ireland
- Website: www.soundwave.com
- Total disclosed funding: $1.3M
- Latest round: Seed (Oct 2, 2012)
- Investors on record: 2

## About

Soundwave is a premium domain brokerage service that connects buyers and sellers of high-value digital assets, providing branding services to enhance online presence and customer engagement.Founded in 2012 in Ireland by Dan Ndombe and Marie Carroll, Soundwave specializes in domain brokerage. The company has participated in 5 deals, with its most recent deal occurring on January 20, 2016. In this deal, Spotify acquired Soundwave, although the financial terms were not disclosed. The company raised a total of USD 1.00 mn in its latest funding round, which involved investments from ACT Venture Capital and SparkLabs Global Ventures.Soundwave.com, operated by Defining.com, specializes in premium domain brokerage services, offering a platform that connects buyers and sellers of high-value digital assets. Their core offerings include the acquisition and sale of ultra-premium .COM domain names, which elevate brand authority and visibility for clients. The company assists businesses in activating and maximizing the potential of their domains, serving entrepreneurs, startups, and corporations aiming for brand differentiation in competitive markets. Soundwave.com operates primarily in North America, Europe, and select regions in Asia.Soundwave.com generates revenue through the sale of premium domain names, with transactions typically starting in the six-figure range. Clients submit offers for specific domains, processed through a trusted third-party escrow service, ensuring secure payment and domain transfer. The pricing strategy reflects the premium nature of offerings, with clients benefiting from enhanced authority and visibility. Additionally, the company may offer corporate domain services, including brand protection and management, diversifying its revenue streams.Looking ahead, Soundwave plans to expand its product offerings and enhance its market presence. The company aims to launch new branding services by the end of 2023, targeting the growing demand for premium digital assets. It also intends to expand into emerging markets in Asia and South America by 2024. The recent funding of USD 1.00 mn will be utilized to support these initiatives, enhancing product development and market outreach.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Oct 2, 2012, $1.3M — ACT Venture Capital, Enterprise Ireland

## Investors

- ACT Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/act-venture-capital) — Seed
- Enterprise Ireland (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/enterprise-ireland) — Seed