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Benchmark portfolio map

159 startups Benchmark has backed in rounds we track, since 1999, grouped by their main sector. Together they have raised $45B; Benchmark led at least one round in 12 of them. The biggest sector is AI, with 34 companies.

159startups backed
12sectors
$45Braised between them
AIbiggest sector

Benchmark's investor profile

AI

34

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IT Services

21

Software

19

Internet

19

Fintech

16

Gaming

12

Cybersecurity

10

Big Data & Analytics

7

Logistics

6

E-commerce

5

Consumer Apps

5

Cloud

5

Segment by segment

AI

34 startups · $14B raised

  1. CognitionCognition, based in San Francisco, is an artificial intelligence company focused on enhancing software development.United States$3.0B
  2. Cerebras SystemsCerebras Systems develops computing chips with the sole purpose of accelerating AI.United States$3.0B
  3. SierraSierra is an American enterprise artificial intelligence company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2023.United States$1.5B
  4. LegoraLegora is a legal technology company based in Stockholm, founded in 2023.Sweden$1.3B
  5. InstinctInstinct® is a rapidly growing, family-owned marketer and manufacturer of science-based 100% natural pet food for dogs and cats.United States$1.3B
  6. MercorMercor is an AI data company founded in January 2023, specializing in connecting domain experts with AI labs and enterprises.United States$1.2B
  7. Applied ComputeApplied Compute is an artificial intelligence company based in San Francisco, founded in 2025 by former OpenAI researchers Yash PaUnited States$580M
  8. DecartDecart AI Lab is an innovative artificial intelligence research laboratory and technology company founded in 2023, headquartered iUnited States$432M

IT Services

21 startups · $1.7B raised

  1. DomoPaving the way for a fully digital utility ecosystem in Uzbekistan, with efficiency, transparency, and people at the center.United States$584M
  2. baixing.comBaixing.com is a prominent online classifieds platform in China, founded in March 2005 and headquartered in Shanghai.China$510M
  3. Tiger Data (creators of TimescaleDB)Tiger Data, based in New York, is a database software company founded in 2015.United States$110M
  4. GigyaGigya, Inc.United States$105M
  5. Greenhouse SoftwareGreenhouse is a talent acquisition software company that offers its suite of tools and services to help businesses with the hiring process.United States$61M
  6. BlazentBlazent is a provider of Data Quality Management Solutions, specializing in IT Data Intelligence.United States$47M
  7. XeroundXeround provides pay-per-use cloud database services to service providers, ISVs, and customers.United States$47M
  8. CotendoCotendo is a content delivery network and site acceleration services provider developing software focused on CDN technologies.United States$36M

Software

19 startups · $1.5B raised

  1. HHortonworksHortonworks is a business computer software company that focuses on the development and support of Apache Hadoop.United States$248M
  2. ZuoraZuora was born out of a vision that we could evangelize a fundamentally new way of doing business by shifting the focus of companiUnited States$243M
  3. New RelicNew Relic is a digital intelligence company that delivers full-stack visibility and analytics to enterprises.United States$215M
  4. OpswareOpsware offers products for server and network device provisioning, configuration and management, specifically for enterprise customers.United States$186M
  5. GreenRoad TechnologiesGreenRoad is a software technology company that offers behavior technology, fleet driver safety, telematics, and compliance solutions.United States$99M
  6. CloudPassageCloudPassage offers a server security and compliance platform that works seamlessly across data centers and elastic infrastructure.United States$89M
  7. PentahoPentaho is a big data integration and analytics platformUnited States$72M
  8. IInstagramInstagram is a free photo-sharing application that enables its users to take photos, apply filters, and share them on social networks.United States$58M

Internet

19 startups · $1.2B raised

  1. QuoraQuora is a global question-and-answer platform that connects users with diverse knowledge across millions of topics.United States$306M
  2. MintedMinted is a design marketplace that connects users with artists to help them create something one-of-a-kind.United States$297M
  3. Move NetworksMove Networks is a streaming tech platform delivering live and multi-channel television via internet to PC, TV and mobile devices users.United States$113M
  4. EEntrisphereEntrisphere supplies access network equipment for the broadband service providers.United States$108M
  5. MBManaged by QManaged by Q provides subscription and on-demand office services, from cleaning and maintenance to supply replenishment and wellness.United States$72M
  6. MetacafeMetacafe is a website providing short-form video entertainment in movies, video games, sports, music and TV.United States$50M
  7. FFriendsterThe original social network is back, before there was Facebook there was Friendster stay connected with family & friendsMalaysia$49M
  8. Laurel & WolfLaurel & Wolf is an online interior design marketplace that provides affordable and accessible professional designs for customers.United States$46M

Fintech

16 startups · $6.1B raised

  1. RampRamp is a financial operations and spend management platform based in New York City, founded in 2019.United States$4.5B
  2. ZZopaUnited Kingdom$780M
  3. WealthfrontWealthfront integrates investing and saving products to help young professionals build long-term wealth in any market condition.United States$205M
  4. NNumeralUnited States$153M
  5. JasperJasper is an enterprise AI marketing platform.New Zealand$127M
  6. Fomofomo is a mobile app designed for cryptocurrency trading and management, making it accessible for everyone from beginners to experts.United States$92M
  7. SentieoSentieo provides the first financial intelligence platform specifically designed for the research needs of investors.United States$45M
  8. NSNorthStar Systems InternationalNorthStar Systems International provides wealth management software solutions to financial services institutions.United States$41M

Gaming

12 startups · $294M raised

  1. WWildlifeBrazil$60M
  2. Manticore GamesManticore Games develops Core, a platform to build, share, and play online games.United States$45M
  3. Red 5 StudiosRed 5 Studios was an American video game development company founded in 2005-2006 by former Blizzard Entertainment employees, inclUnited States$42M
  4. Meteor EntertainmentMeteor Entertainment is a video game publisher and developer founded in 2011.United States$28M
  5. VivoxVivox is a voice platform for the social web, enabling game publishers and social publishers to excite, engage and monetize their users.United States$23M
  6. BoardBoard is a company that has developed The Board, a 24-inch game console designed for group play.United States$20M
  7. Linden LabLinden Lab, officially known as Linden Research, Inc., is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 1999.United States$19M
  8. Global IlluminationGlobal Illumination is a digital product company that develops products dedicated to incentivizing creativity.United States$14M

Cybersecurity

10 startups · $437M raised

  1. Duo SecurityDuo Security is a software company that provides network security software products and services.United States$120M
  2. HackerOneHackerOne is a leading cybersecurity platform that focuses on ethical hacking, vulnerability coordination, and attack resistance management.United States$110M
  3. ProofpointWe provide the most effective cybersecurity and compliance solutions to protect people on every channel including email, the web, United States$79M
  4. DDecruDecru was a storage security company based in Redwood City, California, founded in 2001.United States$40M
  5. Blue HexagonBlue Hexagon offers an on-device machine learning-based malware detection.United States$31M
  6. Skybox SecuritySkybox Security was a cybersecurity company that specialized in continuous exposure management for hybrid networks.United States$24M
  7. SecurifySecurify is an IT company that offers solutions such as mobile and web security, testing, and coding.United States$15M
  8. BLBlue Lane TechnologiesUnited States$13M

Big Data & Analytics

7 startups · $783M raised

  1. Cockroach LabsCockroach Labs is a technology company that specializes in cloud-native, distributed SQL database solutions.United States$366M
  2. CConfluentUnited States$206M
  3. AAmplitudeFrom analytics to feedback to code, Amplitude brings AI into every step of building self-improving products.United States$150M
  4. EuclidEuclid is a consultancy that offers product design, marketing, digital analytics, corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions services.United States$33M
  5. FeatherFeather is an online furniture rental startup that designs and manufactures all pieces of furniture and home decor available for rent.United States$22M
  6. PipewisePipewise offers CPM leak detection technology for pipelines, combining hardware and software to detect leaks quickly.United States$3.5M
  7. TTabulaUsing the power of big data to improve information access in higher education.United States$2.5M

Logistics

6 startups · $18B raised

  1. UUberUnited States$11B
  2. DoorDashDoorDash is a food delivery platform that connects customers with local and national businesses.United States$4.7B
  3. FlexportFlexport is a technology-driven logistics and supply chain platform founded in 2013 in San Francisco.United States$1.6B
  4. Good EggsGood Eggs is an online grocer and meal kit delivery service with a mission to reinvent the food system, for good.United States$125M
  5. MothershipMothership A state-of-the-art digital asset exchange, EU token marketplace and wallet with powerful security features.United States$76M
  6. OnfleetOnfleet is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in AI-powered last-mile delivery management software.United States$39M

E-commerce

5 startups · $329M raised

  1. EquinixEquinix is a distributor of fuel transfer pumps, chemical transfer pumps, and accessories.United States$280M
  2. Popshop LivePopshop Live is a mobile live streaming marketplace where talented individuals can create and host their own shopping channel.United States$20M
  3. Commerce LayerCommerce Layer is a global, API-first commerce engine and headless commerce platform that helps brands, retailers, and developers Italy$16M
  4. VIVideo IslandVideo Island Entertainment offers a home entertainment subscription service in the DVD rental market.-$11M
  5. ShoptiquesShoptiques is a software company building tools to help boutiques across the world streamline operations and increase sales.United States$2.0M

Consumer Apps

5 startups · $131M raised

  1. BridgeCoBridgeCo offers processor IC and software platforms that connect internet media sources, computers, and consumer electronics in homes.Switzerland$83M
  2. PoparazziPoparazzi is a photo sharing app where users can create social profiles of their friends.United States$15M
  3. PomeriumPomerium authenticate, authorize, monitor, and secure user access to any application without a VPN.United States$14M
  4. KKlipKlip is a video sharing app that allows users to capture, view and share videos on mobile devices.United States$10M
  5. PS DEPT.PS Dept.United States$9.6M

Cloud

5 startups · $457M raised

  1. CContentfulUnited States$240M
  2. Scale ComputingScale Computing develops scale-out clustered IT infrastructure products for organizations, based on its patented ICOS technology.United States$96M
  3. ServiceSourceServiceSource offers cloud-based apps that facilitate management and optimization of the service contract renewals process.United States$66M
  4. dotCloudDotCloud is a second generation PaaS platform that is the commercial entity behind Docker an open source app portability project.United States$29M
  5. RobocorpRobocorp is a technology company focused on AI-native Python automation for business process automation (BPA) and robotic process United States$27M

How this map is made. Every startup here has raised money in a round we track that names Benchmark as an investor, the first in 1999. Each sits under its main sector, read from its rounds, and each sector shows its best-funded first; sectors with fewer than three companies are left off. Rebuilt nightly; updated 15 November 2026.

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