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Swarm Technologies is develops lowest-cost global communications network with breakthrough satellite technology

Mountain View, United StatesFounded 2016Space
Valuation $100–250M Last recorded · 2019
Headcount <100 Current team size
Total funding $50–100M Disclosed equity funding
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About Swarm Technologies

Swarm.space is a pioneering startup that offers global connectivity solutions using ultra-small satellites. The company focuses on providing affordable and reliable satellite connectivity for Internet of Things (IoT) devices. IoT devices are gadgets that connect to the internet to send and receive data, such as smart sensors, trackers, and meters. Swarm's unique selling point is its ability to offer low-cost, global data coverage, making it possible for IoT devices to operate anywhere on Earth.

Swarm serves a diverse range of clients, including businesses in agriculture, logistics, environmental monitoring, and remote infrastructure management. These clients require constant and reliable data transmission from their IoT devices, often in remote or underserved areas where traditional connectivity options are either unavailable or too expensive.

Operating in the satellite communications market, Swarm has carved out a niche by designing and building all its hardware, software, and communication protocols in-house. This vertical integration means Swarm controls the entire manufacturing process, ensuring high-quality service and devices. The company's satellites are uniquely small, measuring just 11 x 11 x 2.8 cm, which significantly reduces launch costs. These savings are then passed on to customers, making Swarm's services highly cost-effective.

Swarm's business model revolves around providing low-bandwidth satellite connectivity at a fixed rate of $5 per month per device. This subscription-based model ensures a steady revenue stream while offering clients a predictable and affordable pricing structure. The satellites orbit at altitudes between 450 and 550 kilometers, forming a constellation that provides full global coverage. This setup ensures that IoT devices can maintain connectivity regardless of their location.

In summary, Swarm.space is revolutionizing the IoT connectivity market with its low-cost, global satellite solutions. By leveraging small, cost-efficient satellites and a vertically integrated production process, Swarm offers unparalleled value to its clients.

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At a glance

Status
Acquired
Founded
2016
Headquarters
Mountain View, United States
Employees
23
Open positions
None listed
Dealroom signal
91.4/100
Sector
Space, Aerospace, Communications Infrastructure, Mechanical Solutions, Space Tech, Satellites, Communication and Connectivity Satellites, Space Tech for Agriculture and Food, Space Tech for Maritime, Space Tech for Mobility, Space Tech for Energy
Technology
Deep Tech, IoT InternetOfThings
Business model
Manufacturing
Client focus
b2b

Funding history

6 recorded events

Company financing events and reported valuations.

Deal typeDateAmountValuationInvestorsSource
ACQUISITIONOther financing Sep 2021 $0 — SpaceX | xAI —
SERIES AOther financing Jan 2020 $25M $100M Sky Dayton · Craft Ventures · Kingsley Advani · Social Capital —
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Growth signals

Swarm Technologies website traffic

Latest recorded traffic for Swarm Technologies is 60 monthly website visits, down 90.6% over the last three months. Swarm Technologies's team grew 91.7% over the past year.

Latest monthly visits60 3-month web change-90.6% 1-year team growth+91.7%
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Investors

10 investors on the cap table

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Seed2 investors entered at this stage

Series A7 investors entered at this stage

  • Salus Ventures
  • Craft Ventures
  • NJF Capital
  • 4DX Ventures
  • Sky Dayton
  • Kingsley Advani
  • Helios Capital ASIA

Other known investors1 additional known investor

  • SpaceX | xAI
Team profiled 7 named & role-tagged
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Key operators 2 quality Hidden — book a demo/100
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Global footprint

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Workforce by country
2 countries with
team presence
🇺🇸 United States80%
🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates20%
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