Sean Penn has invested in a range of technology companies and projects. He has invested in a number of startups theviralnewj, including the streaming platform Hulu, the online ticketing platform Fandango, the online video game distribution platform Steam, the online education platform Coursera, and the online retail platform Jet.com Net Worth. He has also invested in venture capital funds, including the venture firm Formation 8, which invests in technology, media, and healthcare companies. Penn has also been involved in the development of several mobile applications, including a virtual reality app for the iPhone and an app for sharing photos. Additionally, Penn is an advisor to the San Francisco-based startup accelerator 500 Startups Bio Data.