Simon Cowell, Founder of Zebedee

About Simon Cowell

Simon Cowell is the CEO of Zebedee, a US-based company established in 2019 in Hoboken, NJ. Zebedee specializes in gaming solutions that integrate real-money rewards, allowing players to earn Bitcoin through their gaming experiences, enhancing engagement and retention. The company has raised a total of $33.07 million across five funding rounds and secured an additional $40 million in Series C funding in January 2026.

Simon Cowell at a glance

• Company: Zebedee
• Total raised: $73M
• Latest round: Series C
• Investors: Technology Venture Partners, Lakestar, Initial Capital, Blockstream Corporation Inc
• Location: Sydney, Australia

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