Paul Bassat
Paul Bassat is a prominent Australian entrepreneur and investor, best known as the co-founder and partner at Square Peg Capital, a leading venture capital firm that invests in innovative technology companies. With a background in law and commerce, Bassat co-founded SEEK, an online employment marketplace that has become one of Australia's most successful companies. He has played a significant role in fostering the Australian startup ecosystem through his investments and mentorship, supporting various startups across different sectors. Bassat is recognized for his insights into the tech industry and his commitment to nurturing emerging talent.
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Recent news mentions
Seek founder Paul Bassat said the existing 50 per cent discount should be retained for non-housing assets.
Jim Chalmers resists calls to limit changes to investment properties
Australia· 2026-05-27
Paul Bassat, the co-founder and partner of major investor Square Peg, said Canva represented one of technology’s most remarkable success stories globally.
Company valued higher than Telstra, Woodside and WoolworthsAustralia· 2025-08-20
Joe Gersh mentions Paul Bassat as his articles clerk at ABL.
Joe Gersh thinks Melbourne is falling behind Sydney. And he knows how to fix itAustralia· 2025-08-06
Paul Bassat is the founder of Square Peg and a backer of several high-valued tech companies who invested in Fuller's venture.
‘Age doesn’t matter’ says Irish teenage entrepreneur after raising €1.2m for AI start-up – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-08-04
Paul Bassat is a co-founder and partner at Square Peg who commented on Zhang's work ethic.
The 40-year-old Australian billionaire who once worked in a petrol stationAustralia· 2025-06-13
