The DC technology scene has had its share of winners, as measured by either funding or by acquisition. This page lists some of the published figures, along with dates and related information.
Funding
2008-09 - $2.5 million - Mpowerplayer - DC - (story: RedHerring)
2008-07 - $5 million - LivingSocial - (story: Venture Beat)
2008-05 - $18 million - Clearspring - (story: press release)
2007-12 - $24 million - MyStrands - (story: press release)
2007 - $1 million - Squareloop - (story: press release)
Acquisition
2008-09 - $5 million - Social Technologies (DC) by UTEK - (story: Market Watch
2008-06 - $123 million - SwapDrive (Wash. DC) by Symantec (Story in Techcrunch) - deal completed 2008-09 (story: Business Journal)
Other
Additional resources for funding & related can be found on this forum page, on This DC VC blog, and on the Startup Rockstars resources page.
Video
The video below is related to the 2008 Launchbox Digital incubation program in the DC area.
Buzzhubb. A new way to stay in touch. from Satjot Sawhney on Vimeo.
