Verizon Ventures

Verizon Ventures is the primary mechanism to find, fund and further the 5G future as the network America relies on. We invest in promising entrepreneurial companies who are tackling some of today’s biggest technological challenges for Verizon's consumer, business, network and media customers. Verizon Ventures connects entrepreneurs with Verizon’s t

Portfolio
2 companies
Tracked Valuation
$2B
Companies Valued
2 of 2
Location
Basking Ridge, New Jersey, United States
Founded
1983
Team size
395

Investment focus

Verizon Ventures's portfolio on More Capital spans enterprise software, artificial intelligence. The firm is based in Basking Ridge, New Jersey, United States. Of the 2 portfolio companies tracked here, 2 have publicly reported valuations totaling approximately $2B.

If your company is backed by Verizon Ventures

Employees at companies backed by Verizon Ventures may encounter this fund's name on their cap table, in board communications, or in funding announcements. Understanding who invests in your employer can provide useful context when evaluating your equity.

What this means for your stock

Institutional investors like Verizon Ventures typically hold preferred shares with rights that differ from the common stock or options held by employees. In a liquidity event, preferred shareholders may have liquidation preferences, anti-dilution protections, or board-level governance rights that affect the value of common equity. The specific terms depend on each company's funding agreements.

Secondary market considerations

Some venture-backed companies allow employees to sell shares on secondary markets, while others restrict transfers. Whether your company permits secondary sales, and under what conditions, is typically governed by the company's equity plan and any applicable right-of-first-refusal provisions — not by the fund itself. However, the presence of institutional investors can sometimes signal the maturity and governance structure of the company.

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Verizon Ventures portfolio companies

2 companies tracked on More Capital, sorted by reported valuation.

Top holdings by valuation

By sector

Artificial Intelligence (1)

Enterprise Software (1)

Industries invested in

Frequent co-investors

Funds that most frequently co-invest alongside Verizon Ventures in the same companies.

Last verified: 2026-05-28

Portfolio data compiled from public filings, press releases, and industry databases. Valuations are reported figures and may not reflect current market conditions. Not investment advice. Consult a qualified advisor before making financial decisions.