Giphy
Giphy, Inc. is an online platform that specializes in the search, sharing, and discovery of animated graphics interchange formats (GIFs). Founded in 2013 and headquartered in New York City, the company offers a comprehensive database of GIFs across various categories including emotions, food, animals, and pop culture. It enables users to easily browse and share these animated graphics through social media channels. Giphy also supports creative input by allowing users to upload their own GIFs and collaborates with brands to produce original content. The platform aims to evolve beyond its search engine roots into a vibrant community for GIF artists and enthusiasts, focusing on fostering creativity and engagement within the digital visual communication space. As of mid-2020, Giphy operates as a subsidiary of Instagram, which enhances its integration within social media ecosystems.
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Tapslash
Acquisition in 2018
Tapslash is a mobile keyboard application designed for iPhone and iPad that enhances communication by allowing users to share various types of content, including videos, links, news articles, music, and maps, directly from their keyboard without the need to switch between applications. The innovative keyboard connects seamlessly with popular platforms such as Giphy, Spotify, and YouTube, facilitating the sharing of rich media and contextual information. By integrating with services like Contacts and Weather, Tapslash enables users to access a broader range of information while chatting. The company's goal is not only to improve the speed of communication but to increase the effectiveness of idea sharing, allowing users to transition quickly from concept to action.
Electric Objects
Acquisition in 2017
Electric Objects is a startup that specializes in creating digital picture frames designed to display high-resolution artwork from the internet. Their flagship product, the EO1, is a 23-inch, high-definition screen with an integrated computer and Android operating system. The device allows users to select and change images instantly via a simple web app or mobile application. Founded by Jake Levine, Electric Objects was born out of his desire to display art on his walls in a more dynamic way. The EO1 is not intended for direct interaction like a tablet or television; instead, it serves as a digital canvas that brings the beauty of the internet into users' homes through high-quality artwork.
imoji
Acquisition in 2017
Imoji is an application that enables users to transform selfies and other images into personalized stickers for messaging. The app provides a user-friendly interface with tools that allow individuals to zoom, crop, and cut out their images, creating unique emoji-like stickers. In 2017, Imoji was acquired by Giphy, expanding its reach within the digital communication landscape.
Giphy Capture
Acquisition in 2016
GIF Grabber is a Mac OS X app that lets you capture animated gifs from any video source on your screen.
Nutmeg
Acquisition in 2015
Nutmeg is a platform based in Dorset, United Kingdom, that specializes in providing an easy-to-use application filled with hand-picked animated GIFs for users to share with friends. The app features a regularly refreshed content library, ensuring a diverse selection of engaging visuals for communication. Nutmeg aims to enhance digital interactions by offering a streamlined way to express emotions and ideas through curated animated graphics.
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