# Zigazoo

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

- Industry: Internet
- Headquarters: Miami, US
- Website: www.zigazoo.com
- Total disclosed funding: $21M
- Latest round: Series A (Apr 7, 2022)
- Investors on record: 13

## About

Zigazoo, Inc. is a US-based company that operates a safe social networking platform designed for children, enabling them to engage creatively in a moderated environment focused on self-expression and learning digital skills.Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Miami, US, Zigazoo, Inc. operates a platform that facilitates moderated social engagement among children. The company has secured funding through two deals, with the most recent being a Series A round on April 7, 2022, where they raised USD 17.000 mn led by Liberty City Ventures. The CEO and founder, Zak Ringelstein, has a history of fostering innovative companies aimed at enhancing children's digital experiences.Zigazoo operates a dedicated social network for children, prioritizing safety and positive interaction. It offers a platform for moderated engagement where young users share creative content and participate in challenges, fostering self-expression and digital literacy. The app is designed to minimize risks typical of traditional social media, ensuring a secure atmosphere for its users. Its target audience includes children and their parents, and it is accessible across North America and select regions in Europe.Zigazoo generates revenue through partnerships and branded content collaborations, allowing brands to engage with the youth demographic through creative marketing on the platform. These collaborations can involve product gifting or sponsorship of challenges, connecting brands directly with young users. The monetization strategy focuses on B2B partnerships, creating engaging content that aligns with Zigazoo's mission to provide a safe online community for children.Following its Series A funding of USD 17.000 mn raised in April 2022, Zigazoo plans to enhance its Web3 offerings and introduce new in-app features, including improved trading options and a fan club experience. The company aims to expand into new geographic markets, focusing on increasing its presence in Europe by the end of 2023 and further strengthening its product offerings to engage its young audience.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Apr 7, 2022, $17M — Lightspeed Venture Partners, Pelion Venture Partners, Liberty City Ventures, Onefootball GmbH, Causeway Capital Partners, Dapper Labs Inc., Animoca Brands, National Basketball Association, Inc.
- Seed, Apr 22, 2021, $4M — Tech Coast Angels, Talis Capital, Serena Ventures, MaC Venture Capital, Wheelhouse Partners

## Investors

- Tech Coast Angels — Seed
- Talis Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/talis-capital) — Seed
- Serena Ventures — Seed
- MaC Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/mac-venture-capital) — Seed
- Wheelhouse Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/wheelhouse-partners) — Seed
- Lightspeed Venture Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/lightspeed-venture-partners) — Series A
- Pelion Venture Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/pelion-venture-partners) — Series A
- Liberty City Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/liberty-city-ventures) — Series A
- Onefootball GmbH — Series A
- Causeway Capital Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/causeway-capital-partners) — Series A
- Dapper Labs Inc. — Series A
- Animoca Brands (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/animoca-brands) — Series A
- National Basketball Association, Inc. — Series A