Magic Johnson Funds Uncharted Play’s Ball That Generates Power

  • Series A round led by African renewable-energy investor NIC
  • Unchartered makes soccer balls that also generate electricity
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Uncharted Play, a startup making toys that also generate small amounts of electricity, raised $7 million in venture capital.

The Series A round was led by NIC Fund, a renewable energy investor in Africa. Retired basketball star Magic Johnson’s investment company, Kapor Capital, BBG Ventures and Lingo Ventures also invested.