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Gigsky - overview

Location

Mountain View, CA, US

Primary Industry

Telecoms

About

GigSky offers international eSIM services, allowing travelers to access mobile data plans without physical SIM cards, ensuring seamless connectivity across numerous global locations. GigSky specializes in international eSIM technology, enabling users to activate data plans conveniently. The company is headquartered in Mountain View, US and was founded by Ravi Rishy-Maharaj, who also serves as CEO. In July 2016, GigSky raised USD 2.


92 mn in VENTURE DEBT financing from investors, bringing the total amount raised to USD 7. 10 mn through eight funding deals. GigSky specializes in providing international eSIM services, enabling users to activate mobile data plans without the need for a physical SIM card. Their core offerings include a range of prepaid data plans tailored for travelers, ensuring seamless connectivity in over 190 countries and regions.


The eSIM technology supports various devices, including smartphones, tablets, and smartwatches, allowing for easy installation and network switching. GigSky's services cater to frequent travelers, business professionals, and vacationers requiring reliable internet access abroad, with coverage supported by over 400 mobile network operators worldwide. GigSky generates revenue primarily through the sale of prepaid data plans, available in different tiers from 1GB to unlimited data options. Transactions occur directly with consumers who purchase data plans via the GigSky mobile app or website.


Customers can select plans based on their travel destinations and data needs for a streamlined purchasing process. The company provides a complimentary 100MB eSIM international data plan for new sign-ups, fostering user engagement. Additional revenue streams may come from top-up plans that extend service duration and data allowances, enhancing customer loyalty. GigSky is planning to enhance its product offerings by developing new eSIM solutions aimed at improving user experience.


The company is targeting expansion into new international markets, particularly in regions such as Europe and Asia-Pacific, by 2025. The funding from the most recent deal in July 2016, amounting to USD 2. 92 mn, is expected to support these initiatives and facilitate market penetration strategies.


Current Investors

yet2ventures, World Innovation Lab

Primary Industry

Telecoms

Sub Industries

Internet Service Providers

Website

www.gigsky.com

Verticals

Mobile Apps

Company Stage

Series B

Total Amount Raised

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