Overview
This financial model outlines DeGuard Network’s projected growth trajectory, covering revenue, expenses, profitability, and key financial metrics. The model is based on our current traction, strategic expansion plans, and a focus on B2C and B2B revenue streams.
Legal & Corporate Structure
- Company: DeGuard Network Inc.
- Jurisdiction: Delaware, USA
- Fundraising Terms: SAFE with optional Token Warrant
- Regulatory Environment: The U.S. has recently shifted towards a more favorable stance on crypto and IT companies, easing regulatory pressures and fostering innovation. This creates a unique growth opportunity for DeGuard Network, positioning us as a key player in the evolving privacy and Web3 infrastructure landscape.
Cap Table & Investors
Investor | Year | Investment ($) | Valuation ($) | % Equity |
Angel 1 | 2023 | 20,000 | 200,000 | 10% |
Angel 2 | 2023 | 50,000 | 300,000 | 16.67% |
Current Round | 2025 | 500,000 | 5,000,000 | 10% |
Future Raise | 2026 | 3,000,000 | TBD | TBD |
- Existing Investors: Angel investors who entered in 2023, validating DeGuard’s market potential early on.
- New Raise: $500K to scale operations, with a projected follow-up round in 2026.
- Future Growth Plan: Follow-up raise ($3M+ target) to further expand into decentralized computing and privacy infrastructure.
Key Assumptions
- 2024 Revenue: $105K (B2C & B2B combined)
- Current MRR: ~$2000 (subscriptions launched recently, strong early adoption)
- Fundraising Target: $500K
- Growth Strategy:
- B2C Subscription Growth: Expanding our subscription base with a strong focus on increasing Monthly Recurring Revenue (MRR) through targeted acquisition campaigns.
- B2B White-Label VPN & Revenue Sharing: Expanding partnerships with Web3 projects and enterprises looking to integrate VPN privacy layers into their ecosystems.
- Decentralized Infrastructure: Building towards a Web3-native privacy network that aligns with industry trends and user needs.
- AI-Driven Traffic Optimization: Implementing machine learning models to optimize VPN routing and reduce infrastructure costs.
Projected Revenue Breakdown (2024-2029)
Year | MRR ($) | Annual Revenue ($) | B2C Revenue ($) | B2B Revenue ($) | One-Time Sales ($) |
2024 | 500 | 105,000 | 60,000 | 45,000 | 0 |
2025 | 40,000 | 600,000 | 350,000 | 250,000 | 50,000 |
2026 | 100,000 | 1,500,000 | 900,000 | 600,000 | 100,000 |
2027 | 200,000 | 3,000,000 | 1,800,000 | 1,200,000 | 200,000 |
2028 | 350,000 | 6,000,000 | 3,600,000 | 2,400,000 | 300,000 |
2029 | 500,000 | 10,000,000 | 6,000,000 | 4,000,000 | 500,000 |
Expense Breakdown (2024-2029)
Year | Team Costs ($) | Marketing ($) | Infrastructure ($) | R&D ($) | Other Costs ($) | Total Burn ($/year) | Net Profit ($) |
2024 | 90,000 | 10,000 | 5,000 | 0 | 0 | 105,000 | 0 |
2025 | 400,000 | 120,000 | 30,000 | 50,000 | 0 | 600,000 | 150,000+ |
2026 | 600,000 | 300,000 | 50,000 | 150,000 | 0 | 1,100,000 | 400,000+ |
2027 | 1,200,000 | 800,000 | 100,000 | 300,000 | 50,000 | 2,450,000 | 1,200,000+ |
2028 | 2,000,000 | 1,500,000 | 200,000 | 500,000 | 100,000 | 4,300,000 | 3,000,000+ |
2029 | 3,000,000 | 2,500,000 | 300,000 | 800,000 | 200,000 | 6,800,000 | 5,000,000+ |
Exit Strategies
- Follow-up Funding (2026) – Early investors can exit at a higher valuation in a Series A growth round.
- Profit-Sharing Model – As MRR scales, revenue-sharing with investors becomes viable.
- Equity Buyback – DeGuard repurchases investor shares as cash flow strengthens.
- Strategic M&A (2028+) – Acquisition by major VPN/Web3 infrastructure players.
- Tokenized Exit (Optional) – Investors could partially exit via a DeGuard ecosystem token.
This financial model provides a detailed roadmap for DeGuard Network’s sustainable growth, balancing aggressive expansion with profitability. The structured revenue streams and strategic allocation of funds ensure long-term scalability and investor confidence