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Acquired by Opera Software in 2013 (now Otello) as Skyfire, RocketColony enables mobile operators to optimize its network performance and quality

San Mateo, United StatesFounded 2006Other B2B Software
Valuation $50–100M Last recorded · 2012
Revenue $1–10M Latest reported FY
Headcount <100 Current team size
Total funding $10–50M Disclosed equity funding
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About RocketColony

RocketColony, a venture that appears to be no longer in operation under this name, was established in 2012 by Dídac Lee, a notable figure in the Spanish technology and entrepreneurial landscape. Lee's extensive background includes founding multiple internet companies since 1995, such as Inspirit, and holding significant roles like board member for technology at FC Barcelona and CEO of a holding company with investments across technology, real estate, and venture capital. His journey reflects a deep-seated expertise in digital business and a passion for fostering new ventures.

The firm positioned itself as a venture builder, a model that goes beyond traditional incubation by taking a more hands-on approach to creating and developing startups from the ground up. Operating within the internet and technology services market, RocketColony's primary function was to co-found and build new companies, providing them with the foundational support needed to succeed. This involved not just capital, but also strategic guidance, operational resources, and access to a network of experienced professionals.

The business model centered on building a portfolio of internet-based businesses and sharing in their eventual success. Essentially, it was a factory for startups, systematically identifying market opportunities and assembling teams to execute on them. The clients or beneficiaries of this model were the startups themselves, which received a significant head start in their journey. This approach aimed to de-risk the early stages of a startup's life by leveraging the proven experience and infrastructure of the venture builder.

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At a glance

Status
Acquired
Founded
2006
Headquarters
San Mateo, United States
Employees
4
Open positions
None listed
Dealroom signal
58.3/100
Industry
Enterprise Software
Sector
Other B2B Software, Information Technology, Investing, App, Network
Business model
SaaS
Client focus
b2b

Funding history

6 recorded events

Company financing events and reported valuations.

Deal typeDateAmountValuationInvestorsSource
ACQUISITION✓Exit Feb 2013 $155M — Otello —
SERIES D✓Equity / VC Oct 2012 $10M $40M Lightspeed Venture Partners · Trinity Ventures · Verizon Ventures · Panorama Capital —
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Financials

Revenue over time

Revenue, earnings and other financial measures where available. Years marked “E” are estimates.

YearRevenueGrowth
2026
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020 —
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Growth signals

RocketColony website traffic

Latest recorded traffic for RocketColony is 690 monthly website visits, up 115.6% over the last three months. RocketColony's team grew 0% over the past year.

Latest monthly visits690 3-month web change+115.6% 1-year team growth0%
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Investments and acquisitions

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Investors

6 investors on the cap table

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Series A3 investors entered at this stage

Series B and later2 investors entered at this stage

  • Verizon Ventures
  • Panorama Capital

Other known investors1 additional known investor

  • Otello
Team profiled 24 named & role-tagged
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Key operators 2 quality Hidden — book a demo/100
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Global footprint

Workforce and web traffic by country
Workforce by country
🇺🇸 United States · San Mateo HQ
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Market sentiment

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