# TelloTalk

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

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Karachi, Pakistan
- Website: www.tellotalk.com
- Total disclosed funding: $1.6M
- Latest round: Seed (Nov 2, 2019)
- Investors on record: 5

## About

TelloTalk Inc. is a communication technology company that provides a secure messaging platform tailored for the Pakistani community, offering features like end-to-end encryption and local data hosting for enhanced user privacy.Founded in 2017 in Karachi, Pakistan, TelloTalk Inc. specializes in delivering a messaging app designed for both individual users and enterprises. The company has not undergone any reported pivots in its business strategy. The founders, Muhammad Azim and Usman Sheikh, have a vision for enhancing communication in the region. The company successfully raised USD 1.6 mn in Seed funding in November 2019, with Spark as the lead investor and participation from Cocoon Ignite Ventures, Invest2Innovate, ONE Market Capital, and TPL e-Ventures. TelloTalk has raised a total amount of USD 1.6 mn to date.TelloTalk offers a comprehensive suite of communication services that include a messaging app providing private, end-to-end encrypted communication alongside local data hosting. Core features include messaging, chatrooms, stories, and content sharing, aimed at connecting users to their communities. Supporting multiple languages, including regional dialects, TelloTalk caters to a diverse clientele from individuals to enterprises, particularly within the South Asian and Middle Eastern markets.TelloTalk generates revenue through a combination of B2C and B2B transactions. The company employs a subscription-based model for enterprise solutions, including TelloCast, an API designed for rich multimedia messaging. This facilitates internal communications for businesses and enhances customer engagement. Additionally, partnerships with third-party service providers expand its offerings, allowing for direct-to-consumer services and potential contractual arrangements with enterprises for customized solutions.In November 2019, TelloTalk Inc. raised USD 1.6 mn in Seed funding, which will support the development of new features and expansion plans. The company aims to enhance its product offerings and target new markets in Asia and the Middle East by 2022. Recent funding will be utilized to improve user experience and develop additional features for the messaging app.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Nov 2, 2019, $1.6M — Spark, Cocoon Ignite Ventures, TPL e-Ventures, I2I Ventures, ONE Market Capital

## Investors

- Spark — Seed
- Cocoon Ignite Ventures — Seed
- TPL e-Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/tpl-e-ventures) — Seed
- I2I Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/i2i-ventures) — Seed
- ONE Market Capital — Seed