Indian-Origin Techie Somasegar Passes Away in USA

Senior Indian-origin tech leader S. Somasegar (59) passed away unexpectedly in the United States. He was serving as the Managing Director of Seattle-based venture capital firm Madrona Venture Group. The company confirmed his demise and paid heartfelt tributes, though the exact cause of death remains unknown. His sudden passing has come as a shock to the global technology and investment community.

Born in Puducherry, Somasegar had a distinguished career spanning nearly three decades at Microsoft, where he held key executive roles before stepping down in 2015. He later joined Madrona Venture Group and became an influential investor in several startups worldwide. Notably, just hours before his death, he was named in the SEED 100 list of top early-stage investors for 2026. Prominent figures from the tech industry, including AI advisor Sriram Krishnan, expressed their condolences and highlighted his significant contributions.