Monday, December 19, 2005

Vonage Raises Another $250M in VC Funding

Via Red Herring.

Hoping to fend off growing competition from phone companies, Vonage said Monday it received $250 million in convertible debt funding that can help build its network and attract more customers.

The sixth round of funding brings the VoIP company’s total to a whopping $658 million. The new 5-year convertible notes may be converted into stock if the company goes public.

The Holmdel, New Jersey-based VoIP company is spending money rapidly as it tries to woo new subscribers, extend its network, and build a 911 system. What isn’t clear is how the company plans to reward its long-term investors.

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