Gigafund

GigaFund, based in Austin, Texas, was founded in 2017 by Luke Nosek and Stephen Oskoui. The venture capital firm is known for its long-term, concentrated investments in transformative technology companies. GigaFund's philosophy centers on backing founders with the vision and stamina to grow their businesses over decades, aiming to invest in companies that have the potential to become world-changing enterprises. Notable investments in GigaFund’s portfolio include SpaceX, where they have invested over $1 billion, Neuralink, The Boring Company, and Last Energy. Other significant investments include BloomTech (formerly Lambda School), Cover, Sana Benefits, and Veryable. These companies span various sectors, including space exploration, health tech, education, clean energy, and housing. GigaFund's strategy is distinctive for its focus on long-term potential rather than short-term trends, reflecting the founders' successful experience at Founders Fund. The firm seeks to partner with entrepreneurs who use first principles to solve significant global problems, ensuring their companies achieve substantial long-term gains.