# ZAIKO PTE

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/zaiko-pte

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan
- Website: https://zaiko.io
- Total disclosed funding: $2.6M
- Latest round: Series B (Nov 4, 2020)
- Investors on record: 6

## About

ZAIKO PTE Ltd. is an innovative e-ticketing and live streaming platform that provides efficient solutions for event organizers across music, sports, comedy, and festivals, enhancing attendee engagement and simplifying ticket management.Founded in 2019 in Tokyo, Japan, ZAIKO PTE Ltd. specializes in e-ticketing and live streaming services for various events. The company has successfully completed 2 deals, with the latest being a Series C funding round in January 2021, where it raised USD 1.84 mn from Headline Asia, valuing the company at USD 45.39 mn. The founders, Joshua Barry and Malek Nasser, have been instrumental in establishing the company’s operations and growth trajectory.ZAIKO is a prominent e-ticketing and live streaming platform that specializes in providing comprehensive solutions for event organizers across various domains including music, sports, comedy, and festivals. The core offerings include ticket sales and live streaming solutions designed to facilitate seamless transactions and user engagement for events. By leveraging technology, ZAIKO enhances the experience for both event organizers and attendees, enabling efficient ticket management and real-time streaming capabilities. The platform serves a diverse clientele ranging from individual artists and small venues to large-scale event organizers, ensuring accessibility to a broad audience. ZAIKO primarily operates in key markets such as Japan, Southeast Asia, and select regions globally, catering to both English and local language user bases.ZAIKO generates revenue through a structured transaction model that encompasses ticket sales and streaming services. Event organizers partner with ZAIKO to utilize its platform for selling tickets, which may include various pricing tiers based on event type, seating arrangements, and early bird offers. The company implements a commission-based revenue model where a percentage of each ticket sale is retained, alongside potential subscription fees for live streaming services. This dual revenue stream allows ZAIKO to support both B2B and direct-to-consumer transactions, as clients can opt for customized solutions tailored to their event needs. The revenue mechanisms are designed to provide flexibility and scalability, accommodating a range of clients from smaller businesses to large event companies.In January 2021, ZAIKO PTE Ltd. raised USD 1.84 mn in Series C funding, which has been earmarked for expanding their platform capabilities and enhancing user experience. The company is actively pursuing opportunities for product development, including new features aimed at improving ticketing and streaming functionalities. ZAIKO plans to expand into new markets across Southeast Asia and beyond by 2023, aiming to capture a larger audience and enhance its service offerings. This recent funding will assist in these initiatives, ensuring the company's growth aligns with its strategic objectives.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Nov 4, 2020, $2.6M — Monex Ventures, North Base Media, SPACE SHOWER NETWORKS INC., CHET Group Inc., Asistee, Tachi.ai Ventures

## Investors

- Monex Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/monex-ventures) — Series B
- North Base Media (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/north-base-media) — Series B
- SPACE SHOWER NETWORKS INC. — Series B
- CHET Group Inc. — Series B
- Asistee — Series B
- Tachi.ai Ventures — Series B