Bonfire Studios
Series B in 2025
Bonfire Studios is a video game developer based in Irvine, California, founded in 2016. The company creates immersive, multiplayer experiences designed to bring players together through adventure, exploration, and fellowship. Emphasizing teamwork, excellence, and iterative development, Bonfire focuses on learning from players and refining its titles. It also operates a gaming platform that enables the creation of immersive worlds and social gameplay, aiming to empower gamers and foster shared experiences among players.
Frank Sinatra Enterprises
Pre Seed Round in 2024
Frank Sinatra Enterprises is a specialty record label company based in Santa Monica, California. The company manages an extensive catalog of Frank Sinatra's recordings from the Reprise era, alongside a significant collection of films, television specials, unreleased footage, and various audio and video materials. This enterprise preserves and promotes the legacy of Frank Sinatra, ensuring that his contributions to music and entertainment continue to reach audiences. By leveraging its rich archive, Sinatra Enterprises plays a crucial role in maintaining the cultural significance of Sinatra's work while exploring opportunities for new content and collaborations in the entertainment industry.
Series Entertainment
Series A in 2024
Series Entertainment is a creative company focused on the development of games utilizing artificial intelligence. The company has developed software that employs generative artificial intelligence to enhance storytelling and gameplay, providing clients with advanced tools and systems. This innovative approach allows for a development process that maintains a balance between quality and scope, enabling the creation of more intricate and engaging gaming experiences.
Series Entertainment
Seed Round in 2023
Series Entertainment is a creative company focused on the development of games utilizing artificial intelligence. The company has developed software that employs generative artificial intelligence to enhance storytelling and gameplay, providing clients with advanced tools and systems. This innovative approach allows for a development process that maintains a balance between quality and scope, enabling the creation of more intricate and engaging gaming experiences.
Rascal Games
Seed Round in 2023
Rascal Games specializes in developing cooperative, multiplayer-focused adventure games. Their flagship title is a player-versus-environment (PvE) action-adventure game, inspired by popular titles such as Sea of Thieves and Valheim, allowing players to embark on magical world adventures together in the comfort of their homes.
The Believer Company
Series A in 2023
The Believer Company is a game development studio focused on creating engaging gaming experiences by prioritizing the player. With a diverse team of developers from around the globe, the company has a rich history of crafting various popular titles, including games like Words With Friends and League of Legends. The Believer Company specializes in developing open-world games that are accessible across multiple platforms, allowing players to immerse themselves in entertainment that transcends traditional boundaries.
Cult of the North
Seed Round in 2023
Cult of the North specializes in developing high-intensity multiplayer gaming software for PC and console platforms.
Odyssey Interactive
Series A in 2022
Odyssey Interactive is a Canadian game development studio based in Grand Valley that was formed around a philosophy of creating 'Games you Live.' It emphasizes mobile-first design and aims to deliver emotionally resonant, replayable experiences that keep players thinking about them and feeling connected to a broader community. The studio was founded by four former Riot Games leaders, including veterans from the League of Legends Balance Team, Champion Design, and Teamfight Tactics, who seek to build a world-class development team and culture. Odyssey develops playable, narrative-driven games for console and mobile, offering both competitive and free-to-play experiences designed to foster purpose, community, and longevity.
Theorycraft Games
Series B in 2022
Theorycraft Games operates as an independent game development studio that operates remotely. The company is in process of developing its first game codenamed Loki.
Theorycraft was founded in 2020 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California, United States.
PROOF Collective
Series A in 2022
PROOF is an NFT platform that provides access to private Discord, early access to the PROOF podcast, and in-person events.
Gym Class
Seed Round in 2022
Gym Class is a virtual reality basketball platform developed for Meta Quest App Lab that combines fitness, social interaction, and entertainment through VR basketball. The game uses physics, full-body kinematics, and high-fidelity graphics to deliver realistic basketball mechanics with full-body avatars and immersive environments. It enables players worldwide to connect and play on customizable digital courts, exercise, and socialize, leveraging networking to compete and cooperate without geographic limits.
Ex-human
Seed Round in 2022
Ex-human develops an AI platform that creates digital human characters for interactive conversations across text, audio, images and video. The platform enables creators and businesses to generate engaging interactions with features such as AI chat, text-to-image generation, customizable templates, and voice chat, supporting content creation workflows and daily use. It serves industries including gaming, dating, chatbots, and influencer marketing, helping organizations enhance engagement and streamline content generation.
Metatheory
Series A in 2022
Metatheory Inc. is an interactive technology and entertainment company focused on the development of Web3 games and community-driven experiences. It aims to inspire imagination by connecting people worldwide through immersive virtual worlds. The company specializes in creating interactive content that allows users to engage in audience-driven story development, enjoy enjoyable gameplay, and experience digital ownership through blockchain technology. By leveraging cross-generational intellectual property, Metatheory seeks to empower gamers and foster social connections within its innovative environments.
StartPlaying
Seed Round in 2022
StartPlaying is a gameplay community platform founded in 2020 and based in San Francisco, California. It connects players with tabletop role-playing games and professional game masters across various game systems. The platform allows users to join games individually or as part of a group, offering tailored options for custom and corporate events. By facilitating the booking of interactive gaming experiences hosted by skilled players, StartPlaying enhances the enjoyment and accessibility of tabletop gaming for a diverse audience.
Irreverent Labs
Series A in 2022
Irreverent Labs designs and develops games where all characters are AI-powered non-player characters. The company creates artificially intelligent games that combine machine learning, engaging gameplay, and blockchain technology, aiming to deliver experiences with long-term depth and entertainment. By integrating AI-driven NPCs, Irreverent Labs seeks to redefine interaction in games and enable evolving content across years of play.
One More Game
Series A in 2022
One More Game is a Bellevue, Washington-based game developer and studio operator focused on creating genre-defining online games. It designs and develops online games for home consoles and smartphones and creates related interactive content to enable social interaction among players; the company was founded in 2019.
Pahdo Labs
Series A in 2022
Pahdo Labs is a game development company founded in 2021 and based in New York, NY. The company specializes in creating an Anime-style action MMORPG and a game creation platform that empowers players to design and share their own games. Pahdo Labs aims to cultivate a virtual world where individuals can engage meaningfully, own the fruits of their creativity, and foster a sense of community. By providing tools that enable gamers to transform their imaginations into reality, Pahdo Labs enhances the multiplayer online gaming experience, promoting long-lasting engagement and entertainment.
Autograph
Series B in 2022
Autograph offers a platform for fans to engage with sports, entertainment, and cultural content through personalized digital experiences. It aggregates multimedia content like podcasts, blogs, videos, and social posts tailored to users' favorite teams and creators. Autograph also provides digital collectibles and curated experiences in collaboration with athletes, entertainers, and brands.
Filmhub
Seed Round in 2022
Filmhub is a cloud-based digital film distribution platform that helps filmmakers, producers, distributors and sales agents deliver, license and monetize titles with streaming channels. It manages the entire workflow—from automated media asset management and delivery to rights management, sales and payment flows—enabling content owners to distribute to streaming services and other exhibitors. The service adds smart data layers for discovery and automates asset fulfillment to streamline distribution and revenue generation, positioning Filmhub as a modern B2B marketplace for film creators and exhibitors.
Mainframe Industries
Series B in 2021
Mainframe Industries is a game development company founded in 2019, with headquarters in both Helsinki, Finland, and Reykjavik, Iceland. The company specializes in creating an open-world, social sandbox MMO designed for cloud gaming, which enables cross-platform play across mobile devices, PCs, and televisions. By leveraging the expertise of teams with backgrounds in AAA, MMO, and mobile gaming, Mainframe aims to enhance the gaming experience through friction-free access from social networks and streaming platforms. This innovative approach is intended to broaden the creative possibilities for game developers and provide players with immersive gaming experiences.
Wrapbook is a comprehensive platform designed for efficient payroll management in production environments. It connects accounting teams, production staff, cast, and crew through a user-friendly interface. Key features include one-click worker payments, real-time expense tracking, automated timecards, union compliance, and on-demand payroll reporting.
Sandbox VR
Series B in 2021
Sandbox VR is a virtual reality company that provides fully immersive, location-based VR experiences powered by real-time full-body motion capture and advanced VR technology. The platform supports social, multiplayer gameplay, enabling teams to collaborate in shared narrative-driven adventures within a physical venue. Founded in 2016 and based in Los Angeles, California, Sandbox VR operates at locations including the Bay Area and Hong Kong. The company emphasizes premium, immersive experiences that merge real-world movement with virtual environments, aiming to deliver experiences akin to a holodeck where players explore storytelling-driven scenarios together.
Core Loop Games
Series A in 2021
Core Loop Games Inc. is a game development company based in Oakland, California, established in 2020. The company specializes in creating massively multiplayer online games (MMOs) with a focus on enhancing gameplay and social cooperation among players. Core Loop Games aims to innovate the way players interact and collaborate on a large scale, striving to redefine the MMO experience. Founded by industry veterans from companies such as MachineZone, GREE, and Funzio, Core Loop Games is supported by venture capital and is in the process of assembling a remote team of engineers and artists to realize its vision.
Irreverent Labs
Seed Round in 2021
Irreverent Labs designs and develops games where all characters are AI-powered non-player characters. The company creates artificially intelligent games that combine machine learning, engaging gameplay, and blockchain technology, aiming to deliver experiences with long-term depth and entertainment. By integrating AI-driven NPCs, Irreverent Labs seeks to redefine interaction in games and enable evolving content across years of play.
Cryptosys
Seed Round in 2021
Cryptosys is a blockchain-based digital entertainment platform.
Z League is a company that operates a skill-based tournament platform designed specifically for casual gamers. By providing an online venue for live gaming tournaments, Z League enables players of all skill levels to engage in competitive play while earning rewards for their achievements. The platform allows users to track their progress, compete in battle royale tournaments, and set personalized goals based on their gaming statistics. Z League aims to create an enjoyable and accessible gaming experience that fosters community and encourages fair and meaningful competition among players.
Virtually Human Studio
Series A in 2021
Virtually Human Studio develops a digital metaverse gaming platform that enables users to maximize wealth through an auction system. It facilitates buying, selling, breeding, and racing in a video game-style setting, with players earning non-fungible tokens (NFTs) for participation.
Singularity 6
Series B in 2021
Singularity 6, Inc. is an online game development company based in Los Angeles, California, founded in 2018. The company focuses on creating multiplayer games that aim to foster deeper, more meaningful experiences for players. By exploring innovative game design and addressing complex technical challenges, Singularity 6 develops intricate virtual worlds that prioritize community building and social interaction. Their approach enables players to form meaningful relationships with in-game characters, enhancing the overall gaming experience beyond mere entertainment.
Z League is a company that operates a skill-based tournament platform designed specifically for casual gamers. By providing an online venue for live gaming tournaments, Z League enables players of all skill levels to engage in competitive play while earning rewards for their achievements. The platform allows users to track their progress, compete in battle royale tournaments, and set personalized goals based on their gaming statistics. Z League aims to create an enjoyable and accessible gaming experience that fosters community and encourages fair and meaningful competition among players.
turntable.fm
Venture Round in 2021
Turntable.fm is a project of [Seth Goldstein](http://www.crunchbase.com/person/seth-goldstein) and [Billy Chasen](http://www.crunchbase.com/person/billy-chasen), the two guys who brought us [Stickybits](http://www.crunchbase.com/organization/stickybits).
Users in each dance room has an avatar and can chat with each other. Users can create their own playlist and get up in the DJ booth to battle it out.
Turntable.fm a social music platform that encourages hanging out with people and discovering music. If a DJ is playing a song you like, you can add it to your playlist, buy it on iTunes, find it on Last.fm, or launch Spotify.
In November 2013, Turntable announced they would be shutting down turntable.fm to focus on their live events platform.
Clubhouse
Series C in 2021
Clubhouse is an audio-based social media platform that facilitates casual conversations and connection-building among users. It is designed for live, audio-only interactions where individuals can join group chats, engage in discussions, and discover new topics and people through their networks. Users can drop into conversations with friends or others they follow, providing a space for spontaneous dialogues and connection. The platform emphasizes the value of authentic communication, enabling individuals to connect with both familiar and new voices in an informal setting.
Plutus
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Plutus Labs allows creators to engage their fans in new ways with prediction markets & personalized hyper-casual games.
Wrapbook is a comprehensive platform designed for efficient payroll management in production environments. It connects accounting teams, production staff, cast, and crew through a user-friendly interface. Key features include one-click worker payments, real-time expense tracking, automated timecards, union compliance, and on-demand payroll reporting.
Stir Money
Series A in 2021
Founded in 2019 and headquartered in San Francisco, Stir Money is a technology company that provides a platform for digital creators. This platform enables creators to manage their various revenue streams, organize analytics, and collaborate with others by sharing funds.
Clubhouse
Series B in 2021
Clubhouse is an audio-based social media platform that facilitates casual conversations and connection-building among users. It is designed for live, audio-only interactions where individuals can join group chats, engage in discussions, and discover new topics and people through their networks. Users can drop into conversations with friends or others they follow, providing a space for spontaneous dialogues and connection. The platform emphasizes the value of authentic communication, enabling individuals to connect with both familiar and new voices in an informal setting.
Roblox is an online gaming and entertainment platform that fosters virtual interactions and shared experiences among users. Founded in 2004 by David Baszucki and Erik Cassel, it is headquartered in San Mateo, California. The platform allows users to create and explore immersive 3D environments, enabling them to play, learn, and socialize. It is particularly popular among audiences under the age of 18, ranking as one of the top entertainment destinations for this demographic based on engagement metrics. The vast array of interactive experiences is developed by a global community of creators utilizing Roblox Studio, a desktop design tool provided by the platform. Roblox's growth is largely driven by word-of-mouth, with millions of new users joining each month, highlighting the strong community aspect of the platform.
Z League
Seed Round in 2020
Z League is a company that operates a skill-based tournament platform designed specifically for casual gamers. By providing an online venue for live gaming tournaments, Z League enables players of all skill levels to engage in competitive play while earning rewards for their achievements. The platform allows users to track their progress, compete in battle royale tournaments, and set personalized goals based on their gaming statistics. Z League aims to create an enjoyable and accessible gaming experience that fosters community and encourages fair and meaningful competition among players.
Caffeine Inc. operates a live social broadcasting and streaming platform that focuses on gaming and entertainment. Founded in 2016 and based in Redwood City, California, the company allows users to broadcast a variety of content, including esports, video gaming, and creative shows, while facilitating real-time interaction through chat and sharing features. Caffeine's platform is designed to enhance viewer engagement with a social-driven recommendation system, making it easier to navigate and discover new content. The company partners with notable entities like FOX Sports, ESPN, and Riot Games to provide a diverse range of interactive programming. Caffeine is committed to maintaining a safe environment, enforcing a zero-tolerance policy against bullying, hate speech, and racism.
Whatifi
Seed Round in 2020
Whatifi develops an interactive video-streaming platform that enables users to watch movies together on their phones, making decisions that shape the story's outcome. It combines elements of user-generated filmmaking with high-quality production values.
Clubhouse
Series A in 2020
Clubhouse is an audio-based social media platform that facilitates casual conversations and connection-building among users. It is designed for live, audio-only interactions where individuals can join group chats, engage in discussions, and discover new topics and people through their networks. Users can drop into conversations with friends or others they follow, providing a space for spontaneous dialogues and connection. The platform emphasizes the value of authentic communication, enabling individuals to connect with both familiar and new voices in an informal setting.
Odyssey Interactive
Seed Round in 2020
Odyssey Interactive is a Canadian game development studio based in Grand Valley that was formed around a philosophy of creating 'Games you Live.' It emphasizes mobile-first design and aims to deliver emotionally resonant, replayable experiences that keep players thinking about them and feeling connected to a broader community. The studio was founded by four former Riot Games leaders, including veterans from the League of Legends Balance Team, Champion Design, and Teamfight Tactics, who seek to build a world-class development team and culture. Odyssey develops playable, narrative-driven games for console and mobile, offering both competitive and free-to-play experiences designed to foster purpose, community, and longevity.
Mainframe Industries
Series A in 2020
Mainframe Industries is a game development company founded in 2019, with headquarters in both Helsinki, Finland, and Reykjavik, Iceland. The company specializes in creating an open-world, social sandbox MMO designed for cloud gaming, which enables cross-platform play across mobile devices, PCs, and televisions. By leveraging the expertise of teams with backgrounds in AAA, MMO, and mobile gaming, Mainframe aims to enhance the gaming experience through friction-free access from social networks and streaming platforms. This innovative approach is intended to broaden the creative possibilities for game developers and provide players with immersive gaming experiences.
Roblox is an online gaming and entertainment platform that fosters virtual interactions and shared experiences among users. Founded in 2004 by David Baszucki and Erik Cassel, it is headquartered in San Mateo, California. The platform allows users to create and explore immersive 3D environments, enabling them to play, learn, and socialize. It is particularly popular among audiences under the age of 18, ranking as one of the top entertainment destinations for this demographic based on engagement metrics. The vast array of interactive experiences is developed by a global community of creators utilizing Roblox Studio, a desktop design tool provided by the platform. Roblox's growth is largely driven by word-of-mouth, with millions of new users joining each month, highlighting the strong community aspect of the platform.
One More Game
Seed Round in 2019
One More Game is a Bellevue, Washington-based game developer and studio operator focused on creating genre-defining online games. It designs and develops online games for home consoles and smartphones and creates related interactive content to enable social interaction among players; the company was founded in 2019.
Super Evil Megacorp
Venture Round in 2019
Super Evil Megacorp develops core video games for mobile and tablet platforms and operates a gaming platform that offers online multiplayer experiences with high graphical fidelity and touch-friendly controls. The company aims to deliver category-defining multiplayer experiences for the touchscreen generation by combining deep technical and design capabilities to enable users to play single- or multiplayer games with engaging effects.
Singularity 6
Series A in 2019
Singularity 6, Inc. is an online game development company based in Los Angeles, California, founded in 2018. The company focuses on creating multiplayer games that aim to foster deeper, more meaningful experiences for players. By exploring innovative game design and addressing complex technical challenges, Singularity 6 develops intricate virtual worlds that prioritize community building and social interaction. Their approach enables players to form meaningful relationships with in-game characters, enhancing the overall gaming experience beyond mere entertainment.
Overtime is a digital-first sports network targeting the next generation of fans. Based in New York City, it produces original content across various platforms, including YouTube, Snapchat, IGTV, Instagram, and TikTok. The company generates revenue through sponsorships, advertising, media rights, and merchandise sales.
Sandbox VR
Series A in 2019
Sandbox VR is a virtual reality company that provides fully immersive, location-based VR experiences powered by real-time full-body motion capture and advanced VR technology. The platform supports social, multiplayer gameplay, enabling teams to collaborate in shared narrative-driven adventures within a physical venue. Founded in 2016 and based in Los Angeles, California, Sandbox VR operates at locations including the Bay Area and Hong Kong. The company emphasizes premium, immersive experiences that merge real-world movement with virtual environments, aiming to deliver experiences akin to a holodeck where players explore storytelling-driven scenarios together.
Caffeine
Corporate Round in 2018
Caffeine Inc. operates a live social broadcasting and streaming platform that focuses on gaming and entertainment. Founded in 2016 and based in Redwood City, California, the company allows users to broadcast a variety of content, including esports, video gaming, and creative shows, while facilitating real-time interaction through chat and sharing features. Caffeine's platform is designed to enhance viewer engagement with a social-driven recommendation system, making it easier to navigate and discover new content. The company partners with notable entities like FOX Sports, ESPN, and Riot Games to provide a diverse range of interactive programming. Caffeine is committed to maintaining a safe environment, enforcing a zero-tolerance policy against bullying, hate speech, and racism.
Rival Inc., established in 2014 and headquartered in Playa Vista, California, specializes in developing software solutions for live event management. The company's core offerings include ticket sales management, customer relationship management, and security systems, designed to enhance the overall experience for teams, venues, artists, and fans alike. Rival is backed by prominent venture capital firms and industry leaders, enabling it to leverage cutting-edge technology and a diverse team of engineers, product managers, and designers to tackle longstanding challenges in the live events sector.
Caffeine Inc. operates a live social broadcasting and streaming platform that focuses on gaming and entertainment. Founded in 2016 and based in Redwood City, California, the company allows users to broadcast a variety of content, including esports, video gaming, and creative shows, while facilitating real-time interaction through chat and sharing features. Caffeine's platform is designed to enhance viewer engagement with a social-driven recommendation system, making it easier to navigate and discover new content. The company partners with notable entities like FOX Sports, ESPN, and Riot Games to provide a diverse range of interactive programming. Caffeine is committed to maintaining a safe environment, enforcing a zero-tolerance policy against bullying, hate speech, and racism.
Rival Inc., established in 2014 and headquartered in Playa Vista, California, specializes in developing software solutions for live event management. The company's core offerings include ticket sales management, customer relationship management, and security systems, designed to enhance the overall experience for teams, venues, artists, and fans alike. Rival is backed by prominent venture capital firms and industry leaders, enabling it to leverage cutting-edge technology and a diverse team of engineers, product managers, and designers to tackle longstanding challenges in the live events sector.
Rabbit, Inc. is a technology company based in San Mateo, California, that specializes in developing a web and mobile application designed for shared viewing experiences. Founded in 2011, Rabbit enables users to connect with friends through video chat and content sharing, allowing them to watch shows, movies, and videos together in real-time, regardless of their physical location. The platform supports interactions such as creating personalized rooms for group chats, discovering new content, and listening to music collaboratively. By integrating with social media, users can invite friends and engage in shared entertainment experiences, enhancing communication and connection through video and multimedia.
Within (VR/AR)
Series B in 2017
Within is the premier destination for innovative, entertaining, and informative story-based virtual reality and augmented reality. We bring together the best immersive experiences from the world's finest VR/AR creators—from gripping tales set in worlds of pure imagination to documentaries taking you further inside the news than ever before.
Within supports all major headsets, including Oculus Quest, Rift, HTC Vive, Sony PlayStation VR, and Samsung Gear VR.
To get started experiencing our ever-growing roster of content, just download our app for iPhone or Android today.
Bonfire Studios
Venture Round in 2016
Bonfire Studios is a video game developer based in Irvine, California, founded in 2016. The company creates immersive, multiplayer experiences designed to bring players together through adventure, exploration, and fellowship. Emphasizing teamwork, excellence, and iterative development, Bonfire focuses on learning from players and refining its titles. It also operates a gaming platform that enables the creation of immersive worlds and social gameplay, aiming to empower gamers and foster shared experiences among players.
All Def Digital, Inc., established in 2013 and headquartered in Los Angeles, is a multi-platform media company specializing in the curation, development, and distribution of content centered around hip-hop culture and related art forms. It manages and supports a diverse range of talent, including social video stars, writers, actors, and hip-hop artists, providing them with platforms for expression and growth. All Def produces and distributes original content across various media, including its own properties, social channels, television, movies, live events, and brand partnerships. As of December 19, 2019, the company operates as a subsidiary of Culture Genesis Inc.
Within (VR/AR)
Series A in 2016
Within is the premier destination for innovative, entertaining, and informative story-based virtual reality and augmented reality. We bring together the best immersive experiences from the world's finest VR/AR creators—from gripping tales set in worlds of pure imagination to documentaries taking you further inside the news than ever before.
Within supports all major headsets, including Oculus Quest, Rift, HTC Vive, Sony PlayStation VR, and Samsung Gear VR.
To get started experiencing our ever-growing roster of content, just download our app for iPhone or Android today.
WeMash is a digital platform that connects major content owners, such as movie studios, news organizations, sports entities, and music labels, with emerging creators, including video artists, filmmakers, and musicians. By providing legal access to beloved intellectual properties, WeMash enables creators to re-imagine and build upon established content in innovative ways. This collaboration not only empowers creators to monetize their work but also allows content owners to extend the reach and relevance of their properties through fresh interpretations. The platform fosters a mutually beneficial relationship where both creators and content owners can thrive in the evolving landscape of digital media.
Within (VR/AR)
Seed Round in 2015
Within is the premier destination for innovative, entertaining, and informative story-based virtual reality and augmented reality. We bring together the best immersive experiences from the world's finest VR/AR creators—from gripping tales set in worlds of pure imagination to documentaries taking you further inside the news than ever before.
Within supports all major headsets, including Oculus Quest, Rift, HTC Vive, Sony PlayStation VR, and Samsung Gear VR.
To get started experiencing our ever-growing roster of content, just download our app for iPhone or Android today.
Radiant Entertainment
Seed Round in 2015
Radiant Entertainment, Inc. is a video game developer based in Los Altos, California, specializing in the creation of town-building simulation games and other interactive entertainment. Founded in 2011, the company gained recognition for its debut title, Stonehearth, which was developed with the support of a successful Kickstarter campaign. Radiant Entertainment also focuses on developing networking code software solutions to enhance gaming experiences. In 2016, the company became a subsidiary of Riot Games, Inc., further expanding its capabilities within the gaming industry.
Rabbit, Inc. is a technology company based in San Mateo, California, that specializes in developing a web and mobile application designed for shared viewing experiences. Founded in 2011, Rabbit enables users to connect with friends through video chat and content sharing, allowing them to watch shows, movies, and videos together in real-time, regardless of their physical location. The platform supports interactions such as creating personalized rooms for group chats, discovering new content, and listening to music collaboratively. By integrating with social media, users can invite friends and engage in shared entertainment experiences, enhancing communication and connection through video and multimedia.
Enjoy Technology
Series A in 2014
Enjoy Technology, Inc. is a retail company that specializes in the sale of entertainment products, including smartphones, speakers, home theaters, tablets, computers, cameras, drones, and gaming devices. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Menlo Park, California, with additional operations in New York City, Enjoy Technology utilizes a technology-driven platform to transform the shopping experience by delivering products directly to customers' homes. The company operates on-demand mobile stores, allowing customers to receive personalized service and products tailored to their needs. Despite its innovative approach to retail, Enjoy Technology has faced significant challenges and filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.
BuzzFeed
Secondary Market in 2014
BuzzFeed, Inc. is a tech-driven media company that specializes in delivering breaking news, original reporting, and entertainment content across various digital platforms. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in New York, BuzzFeed engages a global audience with its diverse offerings, which include articles, quizzes, videos, and lifestyle content through well-known brands such as Tasty. The company also emphasizes investigative journalism through BuzzFeed News and produces original content for multiple formats via BuzzFeed Studios. Additionally, BuzzFeed Commerce focuses on social commerce products, licensing, and strategic partnerships. With a reach of over 200 million users, BuzzFeed aims to create shareable content that resonates across the social web.
Genius Media Group, Inc. operates an online platform that focuses on music intelligence, originally starting as a site for annotating rap lyrics. Founded in 2009 and based in Brooklyn, New York, Genius has evolved to serve a broader audience, providing insights into various music genres beyond hip-hop. The platform attracts over 100 million users monthly, enabling contributors, editors, and musicians to engage in discussions about songs and share their interpretations with a global fan base. In addition to lyrics, Genius features charts and videos, offering a comprehensive view of music and its cultural significance. Renowned artists, including Frank Ocean and Lin-Manuel Miranda, also participate in the platform, contributing their perspectives and enhancing the storytelling aspect of music.
Imgur, Inc. is an online platform that specializes in image hosting and sharing services, founded in 2009 and based in San Francisco, California. The platform allows users to share a variety of visual content, including photos, memes, GIFs, and visual stories, fostering engagement with social networks and online communities. Imgur's services are designed to entertain and inspire users, providing an endless stream of humorous, informative, and creative images from around the globe. The company focuses on delivering a user-friendly experience that promotes visual storytelling and community interaction.
TinyCo, founded in 2009 by Suli Ali, is a mobile game development company that focuses on creating engaging gaming experiences based on popular entertainment franchises. The company has developed over a dozen successful games, including titles like Marvel Avengers Academy and Family Guy: The Quest for Stuff, available on major platforms such as the App Store, Google Play Store, and Amazon App Store. TinyCo aims to deliver enjoyable mobile entertainment that brings happiness to users in short increments of time. The company’s portfolio consists of high-quality free-to-play games designed to enhance social gaming experiences. TinyCo was acquired by Jam City, a leading global mobile entertainment company known for its innovative and narrative-rich games that feature iconic brands.
8tracks
Seed Round in 2012
8tracks is an internet radio and social network that streams user-curated playlists of at least eight tracks. Users upload songs from their own collections to create virtual mixtapes that can be shared, and the platform enables discovery and interaction through a community-based playlist network. It offers subscription-based access to explore playlists by artist, genre, or activity. Founded in 2006, 8tracks is based in San Francisco, with offices in New York and Los Angeles.
Genius Media Group, Inc. operates an online platform that focuses on music intelligence, originally starting as a site for annotating rap lyrics. Founded in 2009 and based in Brooklyn, New York, Genius has evolved to serve a broader audience, providing insights into various music genres beyond hip-hop. The platform attracts over 100 million users monthly, enabling contributors, editors, and musicians to engage in discussions about songs and share their interpretations with a global fan base. In addition to lyrics, Genius features charts and videos, offering a comprehensive view of music and its cultural significance. Renowned artists, including Frank Ocean and Lin-Manuel Miranda, also participate in the platform, contributing their perspectives and enhancing the storytelling aspect of music.
Airtime is a social platform designed to foster genuine online interactions, aiming to create a welcoming environment for users. Founded by Sean Parker, the platform offers various virtual "rooms" where individuals can engage in live conversations about diverse interests, from music to art and comedy. Unlike traditional social networks that often promote isolation, Airtime encourages community building and real-time engagement. The company is supported by prominent investors, including Accel, Andreessen Horowitz, and Google Ventures, and operates with a dedicated team of over 100 employees across three locations. Airtime focuses on enhancing the quality of online social experiences through its innovative video conversation features.
Viki is an international video streaming platform that provides access to a wide array of TV shows, movies, and other premium content. The company distinguishes itself by offering content translated into over 150 languages, facilitated by a community of dedicated fans who contribute to the crowdsourcing of subtitles. Viki's platform enables users to discover and watch media content effortlessly, enhancing the viewing experience for a global audience.
TinyCo, founded in 2009 by Suli Ali, is a mobile game development company that focuses on creating engaging gaming experiences based on popular entertainment franchises. The company has developed over a dozen successful games, including titles like Marvel Avengers Academy and Family Guy: The Quest for Stuff, available on major platforms such as the App Store, Google Play Store, and Amazon App Store. TinyCo aims to deliver enjoyable mobile entertainment that brings happiness to users in short increments of time. The company’s portfolio consists of high-quality free-to-play games designed to enhance social gaming experiences. TinyCo was acquired by Jam City, a leading global mobile entertainment company known for its innovative and narrative-rich games that feature iconic brands.
Promise is a film, series, and innovative format studio powered by the world’s best Gen AI artists and storytellers.