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Blink.com

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Venture-supported personal information management service that enables its users to access their favorite web links

New York City, United StatesFounded 1999Personalisation
Valuation $50–100M Last recorded · 2000
Headcount <100 Current team size
Total funding $10–50M Disclosed equity funding
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About Blink.com

Headquartered in Kuwait, Blink is a significant e-commerce entity operating as one of the largest online retailers in the Middle East. The company was founded by Dr. Waleed AlBastaki, who also serves as the CEO, evolving from a humble computer store in 2003 into a major e-commerce platform by 2010. Operated by WB Technologies Co., Blink's business is structured as a retail chain for electronic products, with its e-commerce sales generated almost entirely in Kuwait.

The company's business model is centered on direct-to-consumer online retail. Initially focused on being a specialized outlet for computers and accessories, Blink has strategically expanded its product categories. It has since become a key destination for the gaming community, offering customized PCs, gaming furniture, and accessories. The product range has grown to include a wide array of electronics, gadgets, software, video games, and even sections for beauty and fashion. This diversification strategy aims to provide a comprehensive online shopping experience for customers across Kuwait and the broader GCC region.

Blink's platform provides a user-friendly interface for accessing a large inventory of in-stock products, supported by competitive pricing and swift shipping options, with deliveries sometimes made in under two hours. To build customer trust, the e-commerce site employs robust security measures, including SSL encryption, to protect customer data during transactions. The company also emphasizes the product knowledge of its sales staff, who undergo rigorous training to assist customers effectively. Beyond its digital presence, Blink operates several physical showrooms in Kuwait, including specialized stores for gaming and gadgets.

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At a glance

Status
Acquired
Founded
1999
Headquarters
New York City, United States
Employees
23
Open positions
None listed
Dealroom signal
22.0/100
Sector
Personalisation
Client focus
b2b

Funding history

3 recorded events

Company financing events and reported valuations.

Deal typeDateAmountValuationInvestorsSource
DEBT✓Debt Oct 2011 $500K — Undisclosed —
ACQUISITION✓Exit May 2002 $0 — The Vendare Group —
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Growth signals

Blink.com website traffic

Latest recorded traffic for Blink.com is 3.6M monthly website visits, up 20% over the last three months.

Latest monthly visits3.6M 3-month web change+20%
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Investments and acquisitions

Capital deployed

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Investors

3 investors on the cap table

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Series A2 investors entered at this stage

  • Sandler Capital
  • Tudor Investments

Other known investors1 additional known investor

  • The Vendare Group
Team profiled 1 named & role-tagged
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Key operators 1 quality Hidden — book a demo/100
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Global footprint

Workforce and web traffic by country
Workforce by country
🇺🇸 United States · New York City HQ
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Market sentiment

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