What is Apollo?
Apollo GraphQL is dedicated to enhancing developer productivity through a superior API platform. Its open-source software garners millions of downloads monthly, while its commercial GraphQL technologies are adopted by leading brands. The Apollo GraphOS platform enables businesses to accelerate the delivery of personalized, omnichannel experiences by providing a unified supergraph that integrates various backend services. In 2023 alone, the platform processed over 5 trillion requests, simplifying API development with robust workflows and infrastructure for scalable supergraph creation. The company is headquartered in San Francisco.
How much funding has Apollo raised?
Apollo has raised a total of $152M across 2 funding rounds:
Other Financing Round
$22M
Series C
$130M
Other Financing Round (2019): $22M with participation from Trinity Ventures, Andreessen Horowitz, Matrix Partners, and Webb Investment Funding
Series C (2021): $130M led by Matrix Partners, Andreessen Horowitz, and Insight Partners
Key Investors in Apollo
Matrix Partners
Matrix Partners is a venture capital firm established in 1977, focusing on investments in software and services, communications equipment, semiconductors, storage, internet, and wireless sectors. The firm is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Andreessen Horowitz
Andreessen Horowitz, founded in 2009, is an American venture capital firm that supports both early-stage startups and established growth companies. Its headquarters are located in Menlo Park, California.
Insight Partners
Insight Partners operates GO, a private platform designed for its portfolio company leaders, aiming to foster connections, strengthen leadership, and provide scaling support across over 500 software companies.
What's next for Apollo?
The recent major strategic investment signals Apollo's readiness to scale its operations and further innovate its GraphOS platform. This capital infusion is expected to fuel product development, enhance its go-to-market strategy, and potentially expand its global reach. As Apollo continues to serve a growing number of enterprise clients seeking to streamline API development and management, this funding will be critical in maintaining its competitive edge and solidifying its position as a leader in the GraphQL ecosystem. The company's trajectory suggests a focus on enterprise adoption and advanced feature development.
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