What is Dgraph?
Dgraph operates as an open-source, distributed graph database engineered for high performance and seamless scalability. By leveraging the Apache 2.0 license, the company has fostered widespread adoption among both agile startups and large-scale enterprises. Its core value proposition lies in its ability to handle terabytes of structured data while maintaining low-latency performance, effectively bridging the gap between traditional relational databases and the requirements of modern, interconnected data environments.
How much funding has Dgraph raised?
Dgraph has raised a total of $20.4M across 4 funding rounds:
Angel/Seed
$1.1M
Private Equity
$1.9M
Series A
$11.5M
Angel/Seed
$6M
Angel/Seed (2016): $1.1M with participation from Bain Capital Ventures and Blackbird Ventures
Private Equity (2017): $1.9M led by Bain Capital Ventures, Blackbird Ventures, and AirTree
Series A (2019): $11.5M, investors not publicly disclosed
Angel/Seed (2022): $6M featuring Uncorrelated Ventures, Venrock, SaxeCap, Liquid 2 Ventures, Abstract Ventures, and Hack VC
Key Investors in Dgraph
Bain Capital Ventures
A leading global private investment firm with a dedicated focus on growth and venture capital, providing deep sector expertise and strategic capital solutions to high-potential technology companies.
Uncorrelated Ventures
An infrastructure-focused investment firm managing over $750 million, specializing in supporting early-stage startups and emerging unicorns within the software and decentralized finance sectors.
Venrock
A historic venture capital firm with a legacy dating back to 1969, renowned for its strategic guidance and long-term commitment to scaling innovative technology and healthcare ventures.
What's next for Dgraph?
With the infusion of recent capital, Dgraph is well-positioned to deepen its enterprise-level capabilities and expand its footprint in the global database market. The strategic focus will likely center on enhancing its proprietary query engine, bolstering developer support ecosystems, and scaling its operational infrastructure to meet the rigorous demands of global clients. As the company transitions through its growth lifecycle, the emphasis remains on maintaining its competitive edge in graph-based data processing while driving long-term value for its stakeholders and the broader developer community.
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