Dub, the copy-trading platform aiming to revolutionize how Gen Z approaches investing, has closed a $30 million Series A funding round. The new capital brings Dub’s total raised to $47 million since its launch just a year ago.
Founded by 23-year-old Harvard dropout Steven Wang, Dub has gained traction by allowing users to mirror the trades of top-performing investors. According to the company, the app has now surpassed 1 million downloads—a major milestone for a fintech startup targeting younger investors.
Leveling the Investing Playing Field
Dub markets itself as the investing tool for the TikTok generation. With a $10 monthly subscription, users can follow real-time moves of experienced traders and even public figures. One of its most viral features is the ability to copy portfolios based on the disclosed trades of U.S. politicians—including former Speaker Nancy Pelosi, whose stock picks have sparked widespread interest online.
“The ultra-wealthy have long had access to expert portfolio managers,” the company said in a press release. “Now, Dub brings that same edge to everyday investors.” In a recent podcast, Wang revealed he began investing as early as second grade—an anecdote that aligns with Dub’s youth-driven brand narrative.
Wang also hinted that the Series A was on the horizon, signaling confidence in the platform’s growth. That confidence appears to be well-placed. The platform is catching on not just with retail users but also with institutional backers.
Big Backers and Viral Growth
The Dub Series A funding was co-led by Notable Capital and Neo, two venture firms with reputations for backing breakout startups. Additional investors include Sandberg Bernthal Venture Partners, Peak6 Strategic Capital, and Correlation Ventures. Dub also secured a $5.5 million venture debt facility from Silicon Valley Bank, which further boosts its capital stack.
These investors are betting that Dub’s approach—simplifying investing through transparency and social connection—will appeal to a generation that’s more financially curious and digitally savvy than ever.
What sets Dub apart is not just the ability to copy successful trades, but also the experience it delivers. Users can interact with trader profiles, receive instant notifications about portfolio changes, and access data that was once limited to institutions or hedge funds. This social investing model is turning traditional financial tools into something more interactive, mobile, and accessible.
What’s Next for Dub?
With fresh capital in hand, Dub plans to accelerate product development, scale its engineering team, and expand its reach globally. There’s also speculation the company may explore features like crypto copy-trading, AI-powered strategy recommendations, or institutional-grade analytics for retail users.
For now, Wang and his team are focused on cementing Dub’s role as the go-to investing app for Gen Z and young millennials. By making professional-level investing insights available for just $10 a month, Dub is positioning itself as more than just a trading app—it’s a movement.
The fintech space is crowded, but with viral features, a relatable founder story, and millions in the bank, Dub could be a major player in shaping the future of personal finance.
