# Whatsbuzzing

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

- Industry: Internet
- Headquarters: San Jose, US
- Website: www.whatsbuzzing.com
- Total disclosed funding: $1M
- Latest round: Seed (Dec 8, 2006)
- Investors on record: 1

## About

Whatsbuzzing.com functions as a premium domain name marketplace, offering exclusive domain names for sale or lease, facilitating businesses in establishing their online presence.Whatsbuzzing operates as a premium domain name marketplace, offering curated domain names for sale or lease. The company is headquartered in San Jose, US. It raised USD 1 million in Seed financing from Norwest Venture Partners in December 2006, marking its most recent deal. The founder's history and previous ventures are not disclosed.Whatsbuzzing.com operates as a premium domain name marketplace, providing curated domain names available for sale or lease. The service includes full ownership of the domain, associated logo design source files, and rights of use. The platform simplifies the process for startups, content creators, and established companies to acquire memorable domain names for various purposes, such as podcasts and news platforms. It serves a global audience, particularly in English-speaking markets, where the demand for premium digital assets is strong.Whatsbuzzing.com generates revenue primarily through the sale and lease of premium domain names. These high-value assets are pre-registered and available for resale, with clients either purchasing domains outright or using a lease-to-own model. Customers gain immediate access to DNS management, enabling web hosting and email usage. Monthly invoices are issued for lease options, contributing to a high rate of repeat business and referrals.Whatsbuzzing plans to utilize its recent USD 1 million Seed funding raised in December 2006 to enhance its marketplace platform and expand its offerings. The company aims to introduce new premium domain name categories tailored for specific industries by 2025. Additionally, it seeks to broaden its reach into new markets, targeting regions in Asia and Europe where demand for premium domain names is growing.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Dec 8, 2006, $1M — Norwest Venture Partners

## Investors

- Norwest Venture Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/norwest-venture-partners) — Seed