What sectors does Idealab invest in?

Founded by Bill Gross in 1996 as the genesis of the venture studio model. 150+ companies created with 50+ IPOs and acquisitions. Recent focus on renewable energy.

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€100k – €5M

Fund size: World's first venture studio (1996); 150+ companies created; 50+ IPOs and acquisitions

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Portfolio highlights

Overture - pay-per-click advertising pioneer (acquired by Yahoo for $1.63B)

Picasa - photo management software (acquired by Google)

Energy Vault - gravity-based energy storage (NYSE-listed)

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Founded by Bill Gross in 1996 as the genesis of the venture studio model. 150+ companies created with 50+ IPOs and acquisitions. Recent focus on renewable energy.