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Comcast Ventures On Finding Blockchain’s ‘Killer App’
Blockchain // March 09, 2018

Even as a telecommunications conglomerate, it’s hardly surprising that Comcast is jumping into the world of blockchain. Via the firm’s Comcast Ventures, the company led a nearly $3.3 million funding round for blockchain startup Blockdaemon, solidifying Comcast’s presence in the distributed ledger scene. Gil Beyda,...

Blockchain Accelerator Lands IBM, Comcast Support
B2B Payments // January 10, 2018

A new blockchain accelerator, MState, has found some high-profile backing. News from Business Insider on Tuesday (Jan. 9) stated MState secured backing from IBM and Comcast Ventures. IBM will provide support services, while Comcast Ventures will provide funding, the publication said. MState itself plans to invest...

Lendio’s Latest Round Led By Comcast
Investments // October 26, 2016

Small business lender Lendio said Tuesday (Oct. 25) that it has secured a $20 million funding round from a series of investors. The latest investment was led by Comcast Ventures and Stereo Capital. Existing investors also participating included Napier Park, Tribeca Venture Partners and North...

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Comcast Ventures On Finding Blockchain’s ‘Killer App’

March 09, 2018
Even as a telecommunications conglomerate, it’s hardly surprising that Comcast is jumping into the world of blockchain. Via the firm’s Comcast Ventures, the company led a nearly $3.3 million funding round for blockchain startup Blockdaemon, solidifying Comcast’s presence in the distributed ledger scene. Gil Beyda, managing director of Comcast Ventures, is among the growing list […]

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Financial Management Company Bento For Business Raises $9M

June 28, 2018
Bento for Business, a financial management solutions provider for small and midsize businesses, has announced a $9 million investment round led by Edison Partners. Existing investor Comcast Ventures and new investor MissionOG also participated. Bento will use the new funds to boost its already impressive growth by scaling talent in marketing and engineering, as well […]

Lendio’s Latest Round Led By Comcast

October 26, 2016
Small business lender Lendio said Tuesday (Oct. 25) that it has secured a $20 million funding round from a series of investors. The latest investment was led by Comcast Ventures...