Scener
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Scener, Inc. is a company based in Seattle, Washington, that operates an online virtual movie theater and serves as a leading social viewing platform for streaming services. Founded in 2018, Scener enables groups of viewers to synchronize video playback while engaging in video and text chat, enhancing the shared viewing experience. Its mobile application offers universal search, integrated TV remote control, and expanded discovery features, supporting both two-screen and native watch parties. This innovative approach allows users to enjoy films and television shows together, fostering a communal atmosphere in the realm of digital streaming.
Rhapsody
Debt Financing in 2015
Rhapsody is a digital music service that provides subscribers with unlimited on-demand access to over sixteen million songs. Recognized as the first and largest premium music service in the United States, Rhapsody enables users to enjoy music across various platforms, including PCs, laptops, Internet-connected home stereos, TVs, MP3 players, and mobile phones. The service supports a wide array of devices, including smartphones from major carriers and applications for popular mobile platforms such as iOS and Android. In addition to its extensive music library, Rhapsody offers features like videos, playlists, reviews, and radio stations, enhancing the overall listening experience for its subscribers. Since 2011, the brand has operated under the name Napster, with the associated trademarks belonging to Rhapsody International Inc.
Muzicall
Acquisition in 2013
Muzicall is a provider of ringback tone (RBT) services tailored for mobile operators and media companies. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in London's Soho, the company aims to optimize the brief sound experience during telephone call setups, focusing on the average 15-second duration. Muzicall offers a comprehensive suite of services, including licensed content catalogues, white-label solutions, and billing services for retailers. Additionally, it specializes in the design, integration, and management of RBT technology platforms, as well as alert and portal management. By partnering closely with its clients, Muzicall invests in marketing and systems to enhance revenue growth and sustainability for its partners, leveraging a team of specialists in telecom, music, consumer engagement, and marketing.
PlacePlay
Acquisition in 2013
PlacePlay helps iOS & Android app developers increase revenue with targeted mobile advertising.
App developers use PlacePlay to increase revenue and drive distribution of their apps.
Backstage Technologies
Acquisition in 2010
Backstage is an award winning Canadian software company that creates casual games for social networks. Their collecting games such as Scratch and Win, Pull Tabs, and Slots lead the industry in engagement and customer retention.
Varia Mobile
Acquisition in 2009
Created industry-first WiFi streaming media device, built boutique iPhone & Android apps. Sold to RealNetworks in 2009.
Echodio
Acquisition in 2009
Echodio is a developer of music synchronization software that allows users to seamlessly sync their iTunes music libraries. The company's platform ensures that users can securely back up their music collections and stream them from any location. By providing a reliable solution for managing digital music, Echodio enhances the user experience for music enthusiasts who wish to access their libraries conveniently and securely.
Trymedia
Acquisition in 2008
Trymedia, founded in 1999 and based in San Francisco, California, specializes in digital delivery services for the gaming and software industries. The company provides a neutral platform aimed at optimizing sales for top-tier PC content developers and publishers. Additionally, Trymedia operates the largest business-to-business marketplace for downloadable games and software, facilitating transactions through major portals and high-traffic internet destinations.
Game Trust
Acquisition in 2007
Game Trust, Inc. is a company that specializes in providing infrastructure for community and commerce applications within the online gaming and entertainment sectors. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in New York, the company is known for its Game Frame platform, which is designed for online casual games. Game Frame supports the needs of the casual gaming audience by offering a comprehensive online entertainment experience. The platform is licensed by website operators and game developers, enabling them to enhance their offerings with community features and commerce capabilities, whether for new titles or existing games. Game Trust operates in both the United States and Europe, serving a diverse range of game distributors and developers. As of October 2007, Game Trust functions as a subsidiary of RealNetworks, Inc.
Exomi delivers wireless messaging and mobile data infrastructure solutions to mobile network operators, supporting public safety and critical communications needs. It provides voice-over services, messaging infrastructure, mobile identity, mobile internet and WAP, as well as marketing and customer experience management, helping operators optimize network architecture, meet regulatory requirements and enhance end-user offerings.
Atrativa
Acquisition in 2007
Atrativa Latin America Ltda operates as an online entertainment and technology publishing company that delivers download games, single and multiplayer online games, and entertainment contents to consumers and businesses in Brazil, Portugal, and Latin America. The company also operates its own portal www.atrativa.com.br. It offers products via a network of distribution partners. The company was founded in 2000 and is based in Sao Paulo, Brazil. As of November 21, 2006, Atrativa Latin America Ltda. operates as a subsidiary of RealNetworks Inc.
OGPlanet
Venture Round in 2006
OGPlanet is a provider of massive multiplayer online games (MMOs) that allows users to engage in a diverse selection of gaming experiences. The company specializes in offering free-to-play online games, enabling players to access its extensive library without the need for a subscription. Instead, players can enhance their gaming experience through optional in-game purchases via a micro-transaction system. This model caters to a wide range of game enthusiasts, providing them with the opportunity to enjoy multiplayer interactions and immersive gameplay while maintaining flexibility in their spending.
WiderThan
Acquisition in 2006
WiderThan is a provider of ringback tones, music on-demand, mobile games, ringtones, messaging, and information services to wireless carriers.
Zylom Media Group, founded in 2001 and based in Eindhoven, Netherlands, specializes in the development and provision of online games. The company offers a diverse range of game genres, including card, word, action, board, Mahjong, hidden object games, and puzzles. Zylom operates an online platform that enables users to play and download games, catering to a global audience with operations in multiple countries, including Argentina, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, and the United States. As of 2006, Zylom Media Group functions as a subsidiary of RealNetworks Inc.
Mr.Goodliving
Acquisition in 2005
Mr.Goodliving Oy is a Finnish company, founded in 1999 and based in Helsinki, that specializes in the development and publication of mobile phone games. The company is known for its PlaymanSports series, which includes titles such as Playman World Soccer in 3D, as well as the trivia game Trivial Pursuit. In addition to game development, Mr.Goodliving has created MRG EMERGE, a proprietary development environment aimed at enhancing the publishing of games across various mobile handsets. The company serves a diverse range of clients, including operators, media companies, portals, and retail channels. Since May 2005, Mr.Goodliving has operated as a subsidiary of RealNetworks Inc.
LUX Media 501
Funding Round in 2004
LUX Media is dedicated to creating well-designed, eye catching, informative, useful and successful websites and media presentations for its clients, for-profit and non-profit alike. LUX Media's technological prowess is matched with a keen sense of design to create presentations that attract,
entertain and inform. Services fall into six main categories: Website Design & Development, Media Services, Hosting Services, Live Events, Consulting and Training.
GameHouse
Acquisition in 2004
GameHouse is a Seattle-based company founded in 1998 that specializes in the development and distribution of downloadable games, online games, and mobile games. It offers a diverse range of game genres, including action, card, arcade, puzzle, hidden object, resource management, and time management games. GameHouse provides its products through various online stores, catering to a broad audience of gaming enthusiasts. As of January 2004, GameHouse operates as a subsidiary of RealNetworks, Inc., further solidifying its presence in the gaming industry.
Listen Ventures
Acquisition in 2003
Founded in 2010 and based in Chicago, Illinois, Listen Ventures is a venture capital firm specializing in seed and early-stage investments. It focuses on consumer-focused technology sectors.
On2 Technologies
Funding Round in 2001
On2 Technologies Finland Oy offers power video codec solutions for wireless IC designs. It develops technology for enabling multimedia in battery operated mobile handsets. The company's portfolio includes hardware and software video codecs, and audio and still image codecs; and mobile TV, camcorder, and player/streamer application solutions. It offers professional services, such as architecture consulting, customization services, integration services, on-site and telephone support, and maintenance and upgrade services. The company serves semiconductor and device manufacturers in the North American, EMEA, and APAC markets. It has strategic partnerships with Access, ARM, Coding Technologies, EXPWAY, Freescale Semiconductor, Inc., OCP, RealNetworks, Silicon & Software Systems, Symbian, Texas Instruments, and Thomson. The company was founded as Hantro Products Oy in 1985 and changed its name to On2 Technologies Finland Oy in November 2007 following the acquisition by On2 Technologies Inc. The company is based in Oulu, Finland with additional offices in Espoo, Finland; Munich, Germany; Tokyo, Japan; Taipei, Taiwan; Kyunggido, Korea; and San Jose, California. As of November 1, 2007, On2 Technologies Finland Oy operates as a subsidiary of On2 Technologies Inc.
Aegisoft
Acquisition in 2001
Aegisoft is a provider of Digital Rights Management (DRM) and Tamper Resistance (TR) technologies and solutions. Through years of R&D, Aegisoft has developed a comprehensive patented DRM platform that enables intellectual property in digital form (digital content) to be downloaded and distributed over the Internet, while ensuring a secure user-friendly environment.
FastForward Networks
Venture Round in 2000
FastForward Networks is a software company based in San Francisco, California, established in 1998. It specializes in developing streaming media technology and internet broadcasting software, aimed at enhancing content distribution for internet service providers. The company's innovative networking platform transforms the internet into a broadcast medium, facilitating efficient content delivery and improving user experiences.
Virage
Venture Round in 2000
Virage is a software and services company that provides products and professional application services to publish, manage, and distribute video content for media and entertainment companies, enterprises, and consumers across the internet and intranets. Its solutions help users discover and interact with video content and transform video assets into engaging web experiences that support on-demand viewing, targeted advertising, community building, and e-commerce, thereby increasing the value of video assets for content owners. The company also offers software solutions and professional services that enhance video and media communication and security, supporting reliable delivery and protection of video content across digital channels.
NetZip
Acquisition in 2000
NetZip engages in the development and provision of Internet download management and utility software. It develops technology to improve the reliability of downloading media and software files over the Internet. The company offers various products, including Download Demon, a download tool; NetZip Classic, an Internet utility for file compression, transfer, and management; and FastView, a multiple file format viewer for viewing multimedia files on the Web and from email attachments. NetZip was founded by Boris Jerkunica and Phil Hill in 1996 and is headquartered in Seattle, Washington. NetZip, Inc. is a subsidiary of RealNetworks, Inc., as of December 31, 2003.
Xing Technology
Acquisition in 1999
Xing Technology Corporation provides software-based consumer digital audio products. Its products include software JPEG, software MPEG audio/video encoders and decoders; MP3 applications; software-based DVD playbacks; and live audio/video delivery systems. The company was founded in 1990 and is based in San Luis Obispo, California. As of 08/10/1999, Xing Technology Corporation is a subsidiary of RealNetworks, Inc.
Vivo Software
Acquisition in 1998
Vivo Software develops streaming video production tools for Web developers. The VivoActive player allows users to save and playback audio and video content from the Web. The company was founded in 1993 and is based in Waltham, Massachusetts.