Tech Goes Home
Grant in 2024
Tech Goes Home is a non-profit organization providing digital skills training, computers, and home internet access to learners. Tech Goes Home provides adult programs as well as family-based intergenerational programs. TGH's family-based programs bring together youth and their caregivers to learn digital skills as a group. Each family or individual who participates in TGH's programs completes 15 hours of interactive, culturally responsive digital skills training, earning a Chromebook or iPad as well as, if necessary, 12 months of internet service.
Tech Goes Home
Grant in 2022
Tech Goes Home is a non-profit organization providing digital skills training, computers, and home internet access to learners. Tech Goes Home provides adult programs as well as family-based intergenerational programs. TGH's family-based programs bring together youth and their caregivers to learn digital skills as a group. Each family or individual who participates in TGH's programs completes 15 hours of interactive, culturally responsive digital skills training, earning a Chromebook or iPad as well as, if necessary, 12 months of internet service.
tvScientific
Series A in 2022
tvScientific is a platform that makes TV advertising accessible and measurable for brands and apps of all sizes. It leverages data to prove the value of TV ads, simplifies buying and optimization processes, and provides real-time reporting. Its Always-On Incrementality testing feature offers insights into the incremental value of CTV campaigns.
The Athletic
Series D in 2020
The Athletic is an online media company founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. It operates a subscription-based platform dedicated to providing in-depth coverage of sports news, focusing on both local and national events. The service features a wide array of articles about various sports, including basketball and football, delivered by skilled journalists. The Athletic distinguishes itself by offering an ad-free experience, allowing subscribers to access authentic sports content without distractions such as pop-ups or auto-play videos. Through its comprehensive reporting and updates, the company aims to engage sports enthusiasts seeking detailed insights into their favorite teams and athletes.
Xumo, LLC is a technology company based in Irvine, California, specializing in digital content delivery solutions. Founded in 2011, Xumo provides an advanced platform for over-the-top (OTT) and video-on-demand (VOD) content, enabling consumers to access premium digital and broadcast media directly through smart TVs, mobile devices, and desktop applications. The company's offerings include content discovery, recommendation services, and dynamic ad insertion capabilities, which enhance user engagement and monetization potential. Through its innovative applications, Xumo delivers a seamless viewing experience, allowing users to easily navigate a variety of free channels and curated programs.
Light Field Lab
Series A in 2019
Light Field Lab, Inc. is a technology company specializing in the development of holographic display systems that create immersive visuals by projecting three-dimensional holograms into physical space. Founded in 2017 and based in San Jose, California, the company leverages advanced light field technology to generate multiple viewing angles that mimic real-world perceptions, allowing objects to appear to float in space without the need for head-mounted displays. Light Field Lab's innovations enable new opportunities in both consumer and enterprise markets, facilitating the integration of existing content into their holographic formats through a universal application programming interface. The company's mission is to pioneer a holographic future, advancing how visual media is experienced across various applications.
Deep Blue Communications
Acquisition in 2019
Deep Blue Communications, LLC is a leading provider of engineering, installation, and management services for commercial Wi-Fi networks, with a focus on hotels, entertainment venues, retail spaces, and marinas across the United States, Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean. Established in 2002 and headquartered in Latham, New York, the company also operates an additional office in Menands, New York, along with satellite offices nationwide. Deep Blue offers a comprehensive suite of services, including IP network project management, Wi-Fi engineering and installation, help desk support, conferencing solutions, and Enhanced Network Services. The company is also known for its mobile-based MyDeepBlue Dashboard, which provides valuable insights into guest Wi-Fi networks. Formerly known as WiFiFee, LLC, Deep Blue Communications has positioned itself as an industry leader for over 15 years, recognized for its growth and innovation in integrating hospitality, retail, and entertainment services. As of May 2019, it operates as a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
The Athletic
Series C in 2018
The Athletic is an online media company founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. It operates a subscription-based platform dedicated to providing in-depth coverage of sports news, focusing on both local and national events. The service features a wide array of articles about various sports, including basketball and football, delivered by skilled journalists. The Athletic distinguishes itself by offering an ad-free experience, allowing subscribers to access authentic sports content without distractions such as pop-ups or auto-play videos. Through its comprehensive reporting and updates, the company aims to engage sports enthusiasts seeking detailed insights into their favorite teams and athletes.
Tastemade
Series E in 2018
Tastemade, Inc. is a media company that specializes in producing and delivering content for a global community of food enthusiasts. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Tastemade offers a variety of themed shows, including video recipes and cooking programs, accessible through its YouTube channel and food channels across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. The company also features a mobile application for iPhone users, allowing them to discover, create, and share food-related videos. In addition, Tastemade provides online tutorials covering topics such as food photography, food styling, and video production techniques. With a focus on connecting people through food and travel, Tastemade aims to create engaging stories that resonate with audiences on digital and streaming platforms.
Sky UK
Acquisition in 2018
Sky UK is Europe's leading entertainment company, serving over 22 million customers across satellite, OTT, and broadband in five countries. It offers a wide range of content, market-leading customer service, and innovative technology for enhanced TV experiences.
Founded in 2014, Blavity is a media-tech company that serves as a hub for multi-cultural creators and influencers. It partners with these individuals to amplify their messages, reach wider audiences, and support their creative endeavors.
Quil Health
Private Equity Round in 2018
Quil Health is a digital health platform formed as a joint venture between Independence Health Group and Comcast NBCUniversal. It focuses on providing personalized and interactive health journeys for consumers and their caregivers. The platform aims to engage users in their health management, promoting the idea that informed and active consumers can achieve better health outcomes at reduced costs. Quil Health serves a wide range of stakeholders, including individuals, caregivers, healthcare providers, and health plans across the United States. Utilizing precision data and technology, Quil delivers tailored health itinerary solutions and episodic care support through various digital channels, including smartphone applications and televisions. This approach seeks to enhance the healthcare experience by facilitating better communication and support for users.
Cheddar is a media and entertainment company that operates live news networks aimed at delivering fresh perspectives on business, technology, culture, and innovation. With a monthly viewership exceeding 6.5 million, Cheddar broadcasts its content across various platforms, including SlingTV, Hulu Live, YouTube TV, and social media channels such as Facebook and Twitter. The company runs two primary networks: Cheddar, which focuses on business news highlighting innovative executives and technologies, and Cheddar Big News, a general news network catering to a younger audience. Broadcasting from notable locations, including the New York Stock Exchange and a street-level studio in New York's Flatiron Building, Cheddar seeks to provide an authentic voice that reflects the diverse interests and intellectual curiosity of its viewers, enabling them to access live and on-demand news. Founded by Jon Steinberg, Cheddar aims to redefine news consumption in a post-cable era.
SnagFilms
Venture Round in 2018
SnagFilms Inc. is an online film distribution company that provides a platform for audiences to watch, share, and support a diverse array of films and documentaries. Established in 2007 and headquartered in New York, the company offers access to full-length movies, TV shows, and various genres including comedy, drama, documentaries, and horror, among others. Users can stream and download content on multiple devices, such as mobile phones, tablets, desktops, and televisions. SnagFilms aims to make film viewing accessible by offering thousands of films for free, including multi-lingual options to cater to a wider audience.
SundaySky
Series D in 2017
SundaySky Ltd. is a provider of dynamically generated video solutions tailored for e-businesses and online retailers, aimed at enhancing brand presence and driving website traffic. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in New York City, with additional offices in Tel Aviv and Tokyo, the company utilizes a Software-as-a-Service platform that creates high-quality, personalized video content from existing web data. SundaySky's offerings include SmartVideo, a marketing cloud that produces billions of personalized video experiences annually, and Videolet, a versatile video template generator. The firm also employs a proprietary XML-based markup language for multimedia synchronization and InstantStreaming technology for immediate video delivery. By focusing on personalized video engagement, SundaySky helps brands transform consumer interactions into meaningful experiences that foster loyalty and drive measurable value.
Artzstudio
Seed Round in 2017
OMG Digital creates digital editorial brands for African millennials. It has been hailed as the
"Buzzfeed of Africa" for its millenial-targeted content.
Like BuzzFeed and other similar companies, OMG Digital monetizes through digital marketing. Currently 80 percent of its ad sales are from banner ads, but as in other markets, its advertisers are seeing a smaller return on investment and looking for alternatives that are more suited to mobile screens (about 90 percent of OMG Digital’s users access its content through mobile devices, in particular Android smartphones).
About 60 percent of OMG Digital users are between 18 to 24 years old and one of its value propositions is helping overseas companies figure out how to reach young African consumers in different markets (for example, in some countries Twitter is more popular than Facebook, so localized strategies need to take that into account). OMG Digital has already partnered with Coca Cola, Huawei, KFC, Philips, Pringles, and several of Africa’s largest telecoms, including MTN, on marketing campaigns and sponsored content.
Cheddar is a media and entertainment company that operates live news networks aimed at delivering fresh perspectives on business, technology, culture, and innovation. With a monthly viewership exceeding 6.5 million, Cheddar broadcasts its content across various platforms, including SlingTV, Hulu Live, YouTube TV, and social media channels such as Facebook and Twitter. The company runs two primary networks: Cheddar, which focuses on business news highlighting innovative executives and technologies, and Cheddar Big News, a general news network catering to a younger audience. Broadcasting from notable locations, including the New York Stock Exchange and a street-level studio in New York's Flatiron Building, Cheddar seeks to provide an authentic voice that reflects the diverse interests and intellectual curiosity of its viewers, enabling them to access live and on-demand news. Founded by Jon Steinberg, Cheddar aims to redefine news consumption in a post-cable era.
Cheddar is a media and entertainment company that operates live news networks aimed at delivering fresh perspectives on business, technology, culture, and innovation. With a monthly viewership exceeding 6.5 million, Cheddar broadcasts its content across various platforms, including SlingTV, Hulu Live, YouTube TV, and social media channels such as Facebook and Twitter. The company runs two primary networks: Cheddar, which focuses on business news highlighting innovative executives and technologies, and Cheddar Big News, a general news network catering to a younger audience. Broadcasting from notable locations, including the New York Stock Exchange and a street-level studio in New York's Flatiron Building, Cheddar seeks to provide an authentic voice that reflects the diverse interests and intellectual curiosity of its viewers, enabling them to access live and on-demand news. Founded by Jon Steinberg, Cheddar aims to redefine news consumption in a post-cable era.
Félix & Paul Studios
Series A in 2016
Felix & Paul Studios, founded in 2013 and based in Montreal, Canada, specializes in the production of cinematic virtual reality experiences. The studio, led by directors and visual artists Félix Lajeunesse and Paul Raphaël, has established a reputation for its pioneering approach to virtual reality storytelling. It has developed a proprietary 3D 360º camera and corresponding software that set industry standards for quality in VR filmmaking. The studio creates both original content and collaborates with existing intellectual properties, offering audiences deeply immersive experiences that evoke strong emotional responses. Notable projects include collaborations with Oculus, Universal Studios, and Cirque du Soleil Media, showcasing the studio's commitment to high-quality, innovative storytelling in virtual reality. With a dedicated team of artists, software developers, and engineers, Felix & Paul Studios continues to lead the evolution of this emerging medium.
Meta View
Series B in 2016
Meta View is a technology company specializing in augmented and virtual reality solutions, catering to various industries such as manufacturing, communication, media, medicine, education, and 3D modeling. Founded in 2019 by Ben Sand, Meron Gribetz, and Raymond Lo, the company develops wearable devices and development kits, including the Meta 1 and Meta 2, which enable users to interact with holograms and access digital information seamlessly. Headquartered in San Mateo, California, Meta View distributes its products to markets in the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Japan, Singapore, Taiwan, and throughout the European Union and EFTA. The company's innovative offerings leverage machine learning and artificial intelligence to enhance user experiences in both augmented and virtual reality environments.
SundaySky
Series D in 2016
SundaySky Ltd. is a provider of dynamically generated video solutions tailored for e-businesses and online retailers, aimed at enhancing brand presence and driving website traffic. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in New York City, with additional offices in Tel Aviv and Tokyo, the company utilizes a Software-as-a-Service platform that creates high-quality, personalized video content from existing web data. SundaySky's offerings include SmartVideo, a marketing cloud that produces billions of personalized video experiences annually, and Videolet, a versatile video template generator. The firm also employs a proprietary XML-based markup language for multimedia synchronization and InstantStreaming technology for immediate video delivery. By focusing on personalized video engagement, SundaySky helps brands transform consumer interactions into meaningful experiences that foster loyalty and drive measurable value.
SnagFilms
Venture Round in 2016
SnagFilms Inc. is an online film distribution company that provides a platform for audiences to watch, share, and support a diverse array of films and documentaries. Established in 2007 and headquartered in New York, the company offers access to full-length movies, TV shows, and various genres including comedy, drama, documentaries, and horror, among others. Users can stream and download content on multiple devices, such as mobile phones, tablets, desktops, and televisions. SnagFilms aims to make film viewing accessible by offering thousands of films for free, including multi-lingual options to cater to a wider audience.
OneTwoSee
Acquisition in 2016
OneTwoSee is a Philadelphia-based company specializing in the development of sports game-centers that enhance fan engagement through the integration of live statistics, game data, advanced analytics, and social media. The company offers a third-generation technology platform that provides white-labeled products, allowing clients to seamlessly incorporate these features into their own branded websites and applications across various devices, including PCs, tablets, smartphones, and smart TVs. OneTwoSee’s licensed offerings cover major collegiate and professional sports, enabling partners such as sports networks, publishers, and consumer electronics firms to effectively engage their audiences and monetize their content through new advertising and sponsorship opportunities. The platform is designed for ease of integration, ensuring that customers can achieve immediate returns on investment.
Cut.com
Venture Round in 2016
Cut is a content production service company that specializes in creating digital video content. The company focuses on producing a variety of engaging materials, including videos and stories, tailored for both entertainment and serious purposes. By leveraging its expertise in digital media, Cut aims to provide viewers with enjoyable experiences while also offering financial and related assistance through the sharing of its content.
Tastemade
Series D in 2015
Tastemade, Inc. is a media company that specializes in producing and delivering content for a global community of food enthusiasts. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Tastemade offers a variety of themed shows, including video recipes and cooking programs, accessible through its YouTube channel and food channels across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. The company also features a mobile application for iPhone users, allowing them to discover, create, and share food-related videos. In addition, Tastemade provides online tutorials covering topics such as food photography, food styling, and video production techniques. With a focus on connecting people through food and travel, Tastemade aims to create engaging stories that resonate with audiences on digital and streaming platforms.
THIS TECHNOLOGY
Acquisition in 2015
THIS TECHNOLOGY, Inc. specializes in dynamic ad insertion and alternate content delivery solutions designed for multichannel video programming distributors (MVPDs) and programming networks. Its innovative platforms facilitate the seamless integration of video operations and advertising systems, enabling real-time communication regarding content and advertising availability. This technology streamlines the delivery of both local and national content and advertisements across various platforms, including video on demand (VOD), network DVR, IPTV, TV Everywhere, and mobile devices. Based in Denver, with additional offices in New York City and Beijing, the company serves prominent clients such as Comcast, Verizon, NBCUniversal, and ABC, positioning itself as a key player in the evolving landscape of video advertising.
AudienceXpress
Acquisition in 2015
AudienceXpress, the leading programmatic TV sales platform, automates the planning, audience buying, optimization, and daily reporting for TV campaigns across a national footprint. AudienceXpress optimizes media buying based on the efficiency of reaching aspecific audience, using connected TV and leading 3rd party data and analytics to deliver clear, quick results. Since its launch in 2013, AudienceXpress has delivered hundreds of advertiser campaigns across all major verticals, and billions of TV audience impressions. - See more at: http://www.audiencexpress.com/about/#sthash.1JOuMUyP.dpuf
Visible World
Acquisition in 2015
Visible World, Inc. is a provider of cloud-based television advertising solutions, specializing in automated tools for targeting, selling, and managing impression-based TV ad campaigns. The company offers a comprehensive suite of services through its HighYield platform, which includes features for creative versioning, sales proposal generation, ad scheduling, and performance measurement using data from smart TVs. Additionally, it provides services like Adtag and Adcopy for tagging TV ads with specific information and AudienceXpress for the buying and selling of TV ad inventory. Visible World serves a diverse clientele, including advertisers, marketers, media companies, and networks across the United States. Established in 2000 and headquartered in New York, the company enhances ad relevance and engagement by allowing real-time targeting based on various data-driven conditions.
Next Big Idea Club
Pre Seed Round in 2015
Next Big Idea Club is a subscription-based book club that aims to provide access to transformative ideas while fostering a community for discussion and engagement. The company operates an online media platform that connects readers with high-profile thought leaders, allowing them to explore and discuss impactful concepts. By organizing content around each creator's brand, it serves as a hub for ideas and insights, enabling members to interact not only with each other but also directly with the authors. Through this approach, Next Big Idea Club seeks to inspire personal growth and community development through the power of literature and thought leadership.
Vessel Group, Inc., established in 2013 and led by CEO Jason Kilar (ex-Hulu, Amazon), operates an online video platform. The platform offers a wide range of video content, categorized into over 20 genres such as comedy, gaming, music, and news. Headquartered in San Francisco, California, Vessel is backed by prominent investors including Benchmark, Greylock Partners, and Bezos Expeditions.
VHX Corporation is a technology company that specializes in video distribution, providing a platform that enables businesses to create custom video experiences across various connected devices. Founded in 2011 and based in Brooklyn, New York, VHX allows content creators, including filmmakers, educators, and fitness trainers, to sell their work directly to audiences from their own websites. The platform supports a diverse range of content types, including films, TV shows, and online courses, giving creators significant control over their distribution and customer data. With an end-to-end solution, VHX facilitates efficient marketing and revenue retention for its users. Since its launch, the company has successfully enabled publishers to generate substantial sales, serving over a million customers. VHX operates as a subsidiary of Vimeo, LLC.
Taboola is a content discovery platform that connects users with relevant articles and videos on over 9,000 publisher sites worldwide. Headquartered in New York City with offices globally, Taboola serves over 500 million unique visitors monthly, helping publishers retain users and monetize traffic.
Tastemade
Series C in 2014
Tastemade, Inc. is a media company that specializes in producing and delivering content for a global community of food enthusiasts. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Tastemade offers a variety of themed shows, including video recipes and cooking programs, accessible through its YouTube channel and food channels across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. The company also features a mobile application for iPhone users, allowing them to discover, create, and share food-related videos. In addition, Tastemade provides online tutorials covering topics such as food photography, food styling, and video production techniques. With a focus on connecting people through food and travel, Tastemade aims to create engaging stories that resonate with audiences on digital and streaming platforms.
Spectrum
Acquisition in 2014
Spectrum is a cable telecommunications company that provides a diverse array of home entertainment and information services. Its offerings include video on-demand, digital video recording, high-speed internet access, and various communication tools, as well as home automation and monitoring services. In addition to residential services, Spectrum also caters to business clients with data and network services, video programming, and music services. Established in 1989 and headquartered in Herndon, Virginia, Spectrum operates in multiple regions, including New York State, the Carolinas, Ohio, Kentucky, Wisconsin, Southern California, and Texas. The company has grown to serve approximately 15 million customers.
SundaySky
Series C in 2013
SundaySky Ltd. is a provider of dynamically generated video solutions tailored for e-businesses and online retailers, aimed at enhancing brand presence and driving website traffic. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in New York City, with additional offices in Tel Aviv and Tokyo, the company utilizes a Software-as-a-Service platform that creates high-quality, personalized video content from existing web data. SundaySky's offerings include SmartVideo, a marketing cloud that produces billions of personalized video experiences annually, and Videolet, a versatile video template generator. The firm also employs a proprietary XML-based markup language for multimedia synchronization and InstantStreaming technology for immediate video delivery. By focusing on personalized video engagement, SundaySky helps brands transform consumer interactions into meaningful experiences that foster loyalty and drive measurable value.
Fullscreen
Series A in 2013
Fullscreen Media is a media company based in Culver City, California, that specializes in social-first entertainment experiences. Founded in 2011, Fullscreen provides technology and services that facilitate the creation and sharing of video content, catering to a connected generation. Its offerings include marketing services designed to help companies engage and monetize their social audiences, as well as creative strategies that enhance brand awareness. Additionally, Fullscreen provides merchandise for men, women, and children, along with various accessories available online. The company operates as a subsidiary of Otter Media, focusing on empowering artists, creators, brands, and agencies to effectively connect with and entertain their audiences.
Videology
Series D in 2013
Videology is a digital media advertising technology company that specializes in providing solutions for connecting advertisers with consumers. The company develops software that enables converged and addressable advertising across both television and digital video platforms. By utilizing consumer data and advanced ad decisioning, Videology optimizes the performance of video and display advertising campaigns, ensuring that advertisements reach the most relevant audiences. Its advertising technology continually analyzes media and audience data to enhance forecasting and demand estimation, bringing the efficiencies of programmatic advertising into the traditional TV and premium video landscape. Through its offerings, Videology aims to create a more meaningful web experience for consumers while increasing accountability for advertisers.
Mediakraft Networks
Series A in 2013
Mediakraft Networks is a European online television network established in 2011 and headquartered in Cologne, Germany. The company specializes in the production and distribution of digital content, focusing on themes relevant to young audiences, such as entertainment, beauty, sports, and current events. In addition to creating engaging video content, Mediakraft Networks offers marketing services aimed at enhancing the online visibility of businesses across various social media platforms. The company also provides strategic consulting for social media and manages influencer campaigns, helping brands effectively connect with their target audiences.
ViewLift
Venture Round in 2013
ViewLift is a comprehensive video streaming platform designed for publishers to effectively distribute and monetize their content across various digital devices, including mobile, OTT, IPTV, and Smart TVs. The platform enables companies to connect directly with consumers by streaming video content, thereby reaching targeted audiences in a dynamic media environment. ViewLift offers a range of features, including video monetization, analytics, and content distribution, allowing creators and brands to develop successful business models around their offerings. With its focus on custom branded native applications, ViewLift simplifies the process of engaging viewers and managing content across multiple platforms.
SnagFilms
Venture Round in 2013
SnagFilms Inc. is an online film distribution company that provides a platform for audiences to watch, share, and support a diverse array of films and documentaries. Established in 2007 and headquartered in New York, the company offers access to full-length movies, TV shows, and various genres including comedy, drama, documentaries, and horror, among others. Users can stream and download content on multiple devices, such as mobile phones, tablets, desktops, and televisions. SnagFilms aims to make film viewing accessible by offering thousands of films for free, including multi-lingual options to cater to a wider audience.
WhoSay Inc. is a media management platform designed for high-profile personalities in film, television, music, and sports to interact with their fans in an authentic manner through various social and mainstream media channels. Established in 2009 and headquartered in Germantown, New York, with an additional office in Beverly Hills, California, WhoSay serves over 2,000 celebrities who utilize its invitation-only platform to manage their fan relationships. The company specializes in influencer marketing, providing brands with opportunities to engage audiences through celebrity storytelling and tailored content marketing strategies. By leveraging a network of talent and social influencers, WhoSay facilitates marketing campaigns that reach diverse audiences effectively. In 2018, WhoSay became a subsidiary of Viacom, further enhancing its capabilities in the media landscape.
ViewLift
Debt Financing in 2012
ViewLift is a comprehensive video streaming platform designed for publishers to effectively distribute and monetize their content across various digital devices, including mobile, OTT, IPTV, and Smart TVs. The platform enables companies to connect directly with consumers by streaming video content, thereby reaching targeted audiences in a dynamic media environment. ViewLift offers a range of features, including video monetization, analytics, and content distribution, allowing creators and brands to develop successful business models around their offerings. With its focus on custom branded native applications, ViewLift simplifies the process of engaging viewers and managing content across multiple platforms.
SnagFilms
Venture Round in 2012
SnagFilms Inc. is an online film distribution company that provides a platform for audiences to watch, share, and support a diverse array of films and documentaries. Established in 2007 and headquartered in New York, the company offers access to full-length movies, TV shows, and various genres including comedy, drama, documentaries, and horror, among others. Users can stream and download content on multiple devices, such as mobile phones, tablets, desktops, and televisions. SnagFilms aims to make film viewing accessible by offering thousands of films for free, including multi-lingual options to cater to a wider audience.
Catalog Spree
Series A in 2011
Catalog Spree is the personal digital mall that lets consumers browse catalogs and lookbooks, discover new brands and share products and trends. The award-winning iOS app brings the fun of window shopping to the iPad and iPhone, connecting consumers with the brands they love in a personalized, one-stop mobile shopping experience.
Catalog Spree’s visually engaging, full-page lookbooks allow consumers to quickly and easily flip through pages to browse and shop fashion and products on an iPad or iPhone (also available on the web). The app features more than 350 catalogs and lookbooks from top-tier brands including Fab, Forever 21, Macy’s, Nordstrom, Stella & Dot, Target, The Land of Nod, and TOMS Shoes.
Catalog Spree works with retailers to publish digital versions of print catalogs, create custom lookbooks with its all-digital publishing platform and distribute content to over 100 million targeted shoppers on the web through its partnership with Google.
Iddiction
Seed Round in 2011
Iddiction is a company specializing in mobile discovery applications, focused on enhancing the distribution of mobile apps and games. It provides a software platform designed to assist developers in delivering their mobile applications and games to the appropriate users efficiently. By leveraging its tools, Iddiction aims to improve the visibility and accessibility of mobile apps, ensuring that users can easily find and engage with the right applications tailored to their preferences.
UberMedia
Venture Round in 2011
UberMedia is a technology company headquartered in Pasadena, California, that specializes in targeted mobile advertising. It processes billions of social, demographic, and location signals daily to provide businesses with insights that enhance decision-making and consumer engagement. By delivering dynamic advertising solutions, UberMedia helps Fortune 500 companies across various sectors, including retail, automotive, entertainment, and consumer markets, achieve specific business goals such as increasing customer visits and boosting sales. The company is recognized as a pioneer in its field and has received accolades for its innovative approach.
SnipSnap
Seed Round in 2011
SnipSnap App, LLC is a mobile application company based in Philadelphia that specializes in retail coupon redemption. Founded in 2011, SnipSnap enables users to convert printed coupons into a digital format by simply taking a picture of the offer. The app scans and interprets the text and images, allowing users to save and easily access their coupons on their smartphones. In addition to facilitating the redemption process, the app provides expiration-date notifications and location-based reminders when users arrive at stores. SnipSnap also connects users with friends to share coupon discoveries and browse offers from various retailers. The application serves a diverse range of clients, including retail stores, restaurants, and local businesses, and it has positioned itself as a valuable tool for both consumers and marketers.
Flipboard
Series B in 2011
Flipboard develops a mobile application that curates news articles, videos, and photos from various sources into personalized digital magazines. It offers custom branded layout solutions for publishers and native/display advertising services for advertisers.
NBCUniversal
Acquisition in 2011
NBCUniversal is a global media and entertainment company that develops, produces, and markets entertainment, news, and information. Its portfolio includes broadcast and cable networks, film studios, theme parks, and digital properties.
SnagFilms
Venture Round in 2011
SnagFilms Inc. is an online film distribution company that provides a platform for audiences to watch, share, and support a diverse array of films and documentaries. Established in 2007 and headquartered in New York, the company offers access to full-length movies, TV shows, and various genres including comedy, drama, documentaries, and horror, among others. Users can stream and download content on multiple devices, such as mobile phones, tablets, desktops, and televisions. SnagFilms aims to make film viewing accessible by offering thousands of films for free, including multi-lingual options to cater to a wider audience.
ViewLift
Venture Round in 2011
ViewLift is a comprehensive video streaming platform designed for publishers to effectively distribute and monetize their content across various digital devices, including mobile, OTT, IPTV, and Smart TVs. The platform enables companies to connect directly with consumers by streaming video content, thereby reaching targeted audiences in a dynamic media environment. ViewLift offers a range of features, including video monetization, analytics, and content distribution, allowing creators and brands to develop successful business models around their offerings. With its focus on custom branded native applications, ViewLift simplifies the process of engaging viewers and managing content across multiple platforms.
Vox Media
Series C in 2010
Vox Media is a prominent media company that specializes in creating, publishing, and distributing online content tailored to young adults globally. Founded in 2012, it operates a diverse portfolio of brands, including SB Nation, which focuses on sports and fan communities; The Verge, a technology publication; Polygon, aimed at adult gamers; Vox.com, which covers news and interests; Eater, centered on food and dining; Racked, which focuses on shopping, beauty, and fashion; Curbed, dedicated to real estate and home; and Re/code, a tech business publication. Additionally, Vox Media encompasses Vox Creative, a division that develops marketing narratives for brands, and offers advertising services through Vox Advertising and the Concert advertising solution. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., with offices in New York City, Vox Media is committed to sustainable editorial practices and responsible industry leadership.
BlackArrow
Series C in 2010
BlackArrow is a provider of advanced television advertising and data solutions, specializing in the pay-TV industry. The company reaches over 37 million homes and collaborates with major service providers, including Comcast and Time Warner Cable. BlackArrow's integrated suite of products enables clients to monetize video content delivered across various screens, enhancing revenue through more effective sales and marketing strategies. Additionally, the company's technology addresses the complexities of on-demand advertising, allowing clients to deploy and optimize their multiscreen advertising efforts. BlackArrow also offers real-time audience insights and measurement tools, empowering its clients to make informed decisions in a rapidly evolving media landscape.
The700Level.com
Acquisition in 2010
The 700 Level is a Philadelphia-based sports website that provides a comprehensive platform for sports enthusiasts. It offers a variety of content, including sports blogs, news articles, analysis, commentary, photos, and videos, all focused on the local sports scene. By delivering timely and relevant information, The 700 Level aims to engage its audience and foster a community of sports fans in Philadelphia. Through its diverse offerings, the website serves as a valuable resource for those seeking insights and updates on their favorite teams and athletes.
Videology
Series B in 2010
Videology is a digital media advertising technology company that specializes in providing solutions for connecting advertisers with consumers. The company develops software that enables converged and addressable advertising across both television and digital video platforms. By utilizing consumer data and advanced ad decisioning, Videology optimizes the performance of video and display advertising campaigns, ensuring that advertisements reach the most relevant audiences. Its advertising technology continually analyzes media and audience data to enhance forecasting and demand estimation, bringing the efficiencies of programmatic advertising into the traditional TV and premium video landscape. Through its offerings, Videology aims to create a more meaningful web experience for consumers while increasing accountability for advertisers.
Invite Media
Series A in 2009
Invite Media operates as a technology provider in the display advertising sector. It specializes in developing software that facilitates real-time bidding for advertisers and agencies seeking to purchase digital ad space efficiently. The company's platform enables users to establish automated strategies, optimizing campaigns across various real-time bidding inventory sources.
Verivue, Inc. specializes in developing and marketing high-performance IP platforms designed for network operators to efficiently distribute, deliver, and control large volumes of IP-based media traffic across various devices. The company provides solutions that enhance content delivery for both managed and unmanaged service provider networks. One of its key offerings, the OneVantage Content Delivery Solution, leverages principles of web scale and cloud computing, ensuring scalability in content caching and delivery bandwidth while incorporating advanced clustering techniques for resilience. Verivue markets its products through direct sales and international distribution partners, focusing on licensed content-delivery network technologies.
Vox Media
Series B in 2009
Vox Media is a prominent media company that specializes in creating, publishing, and distributing online content tailored to young adults globally. Founded in 2012, it operates a diverse portfolio of brands, including SB Nation, which focuses on sports and fan communities; The Verge, a technology publication; Polygon, aimed at adult gamers; Vox.com, which covers news and interests; Eater, centered on food and dining; Racked, which focuses on shopping, beauty, and fashion; Curbed, dedicated to real estate and home; and Re/code, a tech business publication. Additionally, Vox Media encompasses Vox Creative, a division that develops marketing narratives for brands, and offers advertising services through Vox Advertising and the Concert advertising solution. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., with offices in New York City, Vox Media is committed to sustainable editorial practices and responsible industry leadership.
Radiance
Acquisition in 2008
Radiance, based in Sunnyvale, CA and founded in 2000, had investors such as Sutter Hill Ventures, Vanguard Ventures, Levensohn Venture Partners, ChevronTexaco Venture Equities and Net Partners, though this sale seems to be more of a fire sale. The company had raised at least $26 million and possibly more over the years.
Radiance’s technology helps moves digital video files for the advertising and enterprise sectors. Its product development market has merged with the CMC’s engineering and integrated technology unit.
DailyCandy
Acquisition in 2008
DailyCandy is an online brand that specializes in delivering engaging editorial content to a dedicated audience of fashion and lifestyle-conscious women. As a free daily e-mail newsletter and website, it serves as a guide to the latest trends and undiscovered gems across various categories, including fashion, style, gadgets, travel, food, and entertainment. DailyCandy publishes thirteen city-specific editions, covering locations such as New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, and London, along with a national edition called "Everywhere." In addition to its daily offerings, the company also provides eight weekly editions, including "Kids Everywhere" for parents and themed newsletters like "DailyCandy Travel" and "DailyCandy Deals." The brand is known for its distinctive voice, likened to that of an informed and stylish friend who shares insider tips and recommendations.
Verivue, Inc. specializes in developing and marketing high-performance IP platforms designed for network operators to efficiently distribute, deliver, and control large volumes of IP-based media traffic across various devices. The company provides solutions that enhance content delivery for both managed and unmanaged service provider networks. One of its key offerings, the OneVantage Content Delivery Solution, leverages principles of web scale and cloud computing, ensuring scalability in content caching and delivery bandwidth while incorporating advanced clustering techniques for resilience. Verivue markets its products through direct sales and international distribution partners, focusing on licensed content-delivery network technologies.
GridNetworks
Series B in 2008
[GridNetworks](http://www.gridnetworks.com)' GridNetworks powers Internet television; getting Internet video content onto TVs and computers—with no additional hardware, while keeping content owners in control of their brand, content, and revenue model.
Visible World
Series C in 2008
Visible World, Inc. is a provider of cloud-based television advertising solutions, specializing in automated tools for targeting, selling, and managing impression-based TV ad campaigns. The company offers a comprehensive suite of services through its HighYield platform, which includes features for creative versioning, sales proposal generation, ad scheduling, and performance measurement using data from smart TVs. Additionally, it provides services like Adtag and Adcopy for tagging TV ads with specific information and AudienceXpress for the buying and selling of TV ad inventory. Visible World serves a diverse clientele, including advertisers, marketers, media companies, and networks across the United States. Established in 2000 and headquartered in New York, the company enhances ad relevance and engagement by allowing real-time targeting based on various data-driven conditions.
Move Networks
Series C in 2008
Move Networks offers a comprehensive platform for delivering live, multi-channel television over the internet. It integrates middleware, content management, subscription packaging, billing, and digital rights management, enabling telecommunications providers and media companies to generate revenue through subscriptions and enhanced advertising.
Giant Realm
Series A in 2008
Giant Realm is a New York-based media company that operates a network of online publishing sites aimed at the young male demographic, specifically targeting males aged 18 to 34. The company focuses on creating content that resonates with this audience while also providing a vertical advertising network that connects advertisers with its user base. By leveraging a strategy similar to that of other online media networks, Giant Realm seeks to engage young men through relevant content and advertising, positioning itself as a key player in the digital media landscape.
BlackArrow
Series B in 2007
BlackArrow is a provider of advanced television advertising and data solutions, specializing in the pay-TV industry. The company reaches over 37 million homes and collaborates with major service providers, including Comcast and Time Warner Cable. BlackArrow's integrated suite of products enables clients to monetize video content delivered across various screens, enhancing revenue through more effective sales and marketing strategies. Additionally, the company's technology addresses the complexities of on-demand advertising, allowing clients to deploy and optimize their multiscreen advertising efforts. BlackArrow also offers real-time audience insights and measurement tools, empowering its clients to make informed decisions in a rapidly evolving media landscape.
GridNetworks
Series A in 2007
[GridNetworks](http://www.gridnetworks.com)' GridNetworks powers Internet television; getting Internet video content onto TVs and computers—with no additional hardware, while keeping content owners in control of their brand, content, and revenue model.
BroadLogic Network Technologies
Venture Round in 2007
BroadLogic Network Technologies, Inc. specializes in designing and supplying video-processing mixed signal semiconductors for broadband network operators. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company provides essential technologies that enable services such as video-on-demand, digital video, voice, and high-speed data for consumers. Its flagship product, TeraPIX, is a multi-channel video processor that decodes digital video streams, facilitating both analog and digital service tiers. This technology allows cable-ready devices, including televisions and DVRs, to access a variety of programs. Additionally, BroadLogic develops Wideband Receivers for new subscriber devices and collaborates with key industry partners, enhancing its offerings for system operators and manufacturers. The company also maintains a development center in Beijing, China.
Revver Digital
Venture Round in 2006
Revver Digital is a video sharing platform founded in 2004, notable for being one of the first to implement a revenue-sharing model for user-generated content. The company allows users to upload and share videos while offering a 50/50 revenue split, attracting a diverse range of creators and content, including popular series like Ask a Ninja and LonelyGirl15. Revver provides a suite of tools and services, including peer-to-peer technology and an API, enabling the creation of video portals with user accounts, sharing capabilities, and access to a vast library of videos. Users can embed videos in blogs and social media, as well as utilize features like RSS feeds and podcasting. Revver's content spans various categories such as entertainment, sports, technology, and lifestyle, catering to a broad audience while competing against other platforms like YouTube and Veoh. Despite facing stiff competition, Revver continues to grow its viewership and maintain relevance in the evolving digital landscape.
ThePlatform
Acquisition in 2006
thePlatform is a prominent provider of white-label video management and publishing solutions, specializing in the management, monetization, and syndication of video content for media companies. Acting as an open hub, it supports the distribution of billions of professionally produced video views across various platforms, including PCs, mobile devices, and television. With a robust client base that includes major cable operators and leading media companies, thePlatform has established itself as a key player in the multiscreen video landscape. Based in Seattle, Washington, thePlatform has over a decade of experience in the industry and operates as an independent subsidiary of Comcast.
Broadbus Technologies
Series C in 2005
Broadbus Technologies was a pioneering developer of memory-based systems for delivering video content, specializing in on-demand software solutions for communications service providers. The company focused on enabling the deployment of various on-demand television services, including video on-demand, time-shifted television, network-based digital video recording, and on-demand advertisement insertion. Broadbus Technologies was recognized for its innovative contributions to the video delivery landscape before being acquired by Motorola in July 2006 for $181 million.
Arroyo Video Solutions
Series B in 2005
Arroyo Video Solutions is a video on demand company based in the United States that specializes in developing innovative video platforms. These platforms enable operators to deliver a range of video applications effectively. The company was acquired by Cisco Systems on August 21, 2006, further enhancing its capabilities and reach within the video services market. Arroyo Video Solutions plays a significant role in streamlining the delivery of video content, catering to the growing demand for on-demand media services.
Arroyo Video Solutions
Series A in 2004
Arroyo Video Solutions is a video on demand company based in the United States that specializes in developing innovative video platforms. These platforms enable operators to deliver a range of video applications effectively. The company was acquired by Cisco Systems on August 21, 2006, further enhancing its capabilities and reach within the video services market. Arroyo Video Solutions plays a significant role in streamlining the delivery of video content, catering to the growing demand for on-demand media services.
TechTV
Acquisition in 2004
TechTV was a 24-hour cable and satellite television channel based in San Francisco, California, dedicated to providing news and programming focused on computers, technology, and the Internet. Founded in 1998 as ZDTV by Ziff-Davis, the channel aimed to cater to tech enthusiasts with a range of factual programming and shows. In 2004, TechTV merged with the G4 gaming channel, which ultimately led to the dissolution of its original programming. The channel was later owned by Paul Allen's Vulcan Ventures before its programming and brand were phased out.
Broadbus Technologies
Series B in 2004
Broadbus Technologies was a pioneering developer of memory-based systems for delivering video content, specializing in on-demand software solutions for communications service providers. The company focused on enabling the deployment of various on-demand television services, including video on-demand, time-shifted television, network-based digital video recording, and on-demand advertisement insertion. Broadbus Technologies was recognized for its innovative contributions to the video delivery landscape before being acquired by Motorola in July 2006 for $181 million.
Visible World
Series B in 2003
Visible World, Inc. is a provider of cloud-based television advertising solutions, specializing in automated tools for targeting, selling, and managing impression-based TV ad campaigns. The company offers a comprehensive suite of services through its HighYield platform, which includes features for creative versioning, sales proposal generation, ad scheduling, and performance measurement using data from smart TVs. Additionally, it provides services like Adtag and Adcopy for tagging TV ads with specific information and AudienceXpress for the buying and selling of TV ad inventory. Visible World serves a diverse clientele, including advertisers, marketers, media companies, and networks across the United States. Established in 2000 and headquartered in New York, the company enhances ad relevance and engagement by allowing real-time targeting based on various data-driven conditions.
Broadbus Technologies
Series A in 2002
Broadbus Technologies was a pioneering developer of memory-based systems for delivering video content, specializing in on-demand software solutions for communications service providers. The company focused on enabling the deployment of various on-demand television services, including video on-demand, time-shifted television, network-based digital video recording, and on-demand advertisement insertion. Broadbus Technologies was recognized for its innovative contributions to the video delivery landscape before being acquired by Motorola in July 2006 for $181 million.
Exent Technologies
Series B in 2000
Exent Technologies is a digital entertainment company that markets, distributes, and monetizes mobile and PC games. It offers GameTanium, a game-on-demand subscription service that enables operators, device manufacturers, telecom providers, and web portals to give users access to Android games across smartphones, tablets, PCs, and televisions; and FreeRide Games, a web platform providing more than 400 premium full-version PC casual games free to users, monetized through advertising. The business also delivers on-demand game services to mobile operators, device manufacturers, telecommunications providers, and publishers, helping partners monetize gaming across multiple screens. The company is headquartered in Petah Tikva, Israel.