Tech Company Financing Transactions
Jest Funding Round
On 2/27/2026, Jest received $7 million in Seed financing from Innovation Endeavors and private investors.
Transaction Overview
Company Name
Announced On
2/27/2026
Transaction Type
Venture Equity
Amount
$7,000,000
Round
Seed
Investors
Innovation Endeavors (Lead Investor)
Proceeds Purpose
The company intends to use the funds to scale the platform and onboard the first wave of studios.
Company Information
Company Status
Private & Independent
Industry
Entertainment
Mailing Address
Undisclosed
Palo Alto, CA Undisclosed
USA
Palo Alto, CA Undisclosed
USA
Phone
Undisclosed
Website
Email Address
Not Recorded
Overview
Jest, a marketplace for messaging games launched in 2025 by Textclub, Inc. It allows users to play a variety of instant, no-download games--such as puzzles, strategy, and daily quizzes--directly through messaging interfaces. Mission: To challenge the traditional app store model by turning the smartphone messaging inbox into a rich, interactive gaming surface using technologies like RCS.
Profile
Social Media
Company News
Facebook
YouTube
Management Team
Title
Name
Email & Social
Chief Executive Officer
Deyan Vitanov
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