Mansa develops a streaming platform featuring black culture. They are removing obstacles and integrating all formats. With tales from all over the world, they're displaying both fresh talent and seasoned pros. With their "Watch Out Loud Feature," they're linking viewers with one another, and with Web3 features, they'll be connecting creators with their audiences.
Spill
Pre Seed Round in 2023
Spill is a media and social platform that combines film-focused content with real-time communication features. The company operates a film review site where users can watch videos featuring animated characters discussing new movie releases, blog about upcoming films, and interact with other movie enthusiasts. In addition, Spill's social app enables real-time conversations and the hosting of in-app chat events with friends, supporting virtual and in-person gatherings. The platform integrates entertainment discovery with interactive social functionality for movie fans.
TBTM is a pioneering blockchain-based Media Fintech company that rewards fans and creators for building communities around great content. Powered by AMP Global Technologies, TBTM's social-viewing platform enables users to earn brand rewards using its digital token, Kola. The company has developed a flagship TV format, The Mic, which has garnered significant global attention and accolades.
Zigazoo
Seed Round in 2022
Zigazoo operates a child-focused social networking platform that enables safe, creative online expression for young users and their caregivers. The service centers on video creation and sharing within a moderated, positive environment, supported by human moderation, educational challenges, and branded content channels. It provides opportunities for brands and creators to engage with youth audiences in a controlled context while promoting digital citizenship and responsible online behavior. The platform emphasizes safety, privacy, and age-appropriate interactions, offering a secure online community for learning, entertainment, and creative collaboration among Generation Alpha.
Dance Church
Seed Round in 2021
Dance Church is a company that creates high-energy, dance-focused movement classes aimed at providing joyful and connective experiences for participants of all levels. It operates both in-person classes and an online subscription platform, which allows users to access live sessions and a library of on-demand dance workouts. These classes are led by professional dancers who guide participants through a series of movement cues, accompanied by curated playlists featuring multi-genre pop music. Dance Church is committed to the belief that everyone can dance, empowering individuals to embrace their movement potential regardless of their experience.
TBTM is a pioneering blockchain-based Media Fintech company that rewards fans and creators for building communities around great content. Powered by AMP Global Technologies, TBTM's social-viewing platform enables users to earn brand rewards using its digital token, Kola. The company has developed a flagship TV format, The Mic, which has garnered significant global attention and accolades.
RYFF
Venture Round in 2021
RYFF Inc. is an artificial intelligence‑driven video platform company that offers real‑time manipulation of products, people, backgrounds, and images in live or pre‑recorded video. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Los Angeles, the company’s flagship solution, Placer, uses AI to analyze each frame and enables creators and advertisers to replace or alter any object, person, or background, providing dynamic brand integration. RYFF was founded by senior entertainment executives, including CEO Roy Taylor, who previously led NVIDIA Europe and AMD Studios Hollywood. The company seeks to disrupt the $23 billion branded entertainment market by replacing manual product placement with digital technology, delivering flexible, data‑driven brand integration for film, television, and broadcast content.
LIT Videobooks
Seed Round in 2021
LIT Videobooks is a New York‑based startup founded in 2018 by Ronak Seth that converts bestselling non‑fiction titles into immersive video books, or “videobooks.” The company targets visual learners, offering a binge‑watch experience that blends narration, animation, and interactive elements. LIT partners directly with more than 100 authors across business, marketing, finance, economics, psychology, self‑help, parenting, health, and wellness, and its production team includes Emmy‑award‑winning producers and animators. All videobooks are distributed exclusively on LIT’s platform, with new releases added each month and a forthcoming all‑access subscription planned. The firm is a fast‑growing, venture‑capital‑backed venture.
Zigazoo
Seed Round in 2021
Zigazoo operates a child-focused social networking platform that enables safe, creative online expression for young users and their caregivers. The service centers on video creation and sharing within a moderated, positive environment, supported by human moderation, educational challenges, and branded content channels. It provides opportunities for brands and creators to engage with youth audiences in a controlled context while promoting digital citizenship and responsible online behavior. The platform emphasizes safety, privacy, and age-appropriate interactions, offering a secure online community for learning, entertainment, and creative collaboration among Generation Alpha.
RYFF
Venture Round in 2019
RYFF Inc. is an artificial intelligence‑driven video platform company that offers real‑time manipulation of products, people, backgrounds, and images in live or pre‑recorded video. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Los Angeles, the company’s flagship solution, Placer, uses AI to analyze each frame and enables creators and advertisers to replace or alter any object, person, or background, providing dynamic brand integration. RYFF was founded by senior entertainment executives, including CEO Roy Taylor, who previously led NVIDIA Europe and AMD Studios Hollywood. The company seeks to disrupt the $23 billion branded entertainment market by replacing manual product placement with digital technology, delivering flexible, data‑driven brand integration for film, television, and broadcast content.
Alliance of American Football
Seed Round in 2018
The Alliance of American Football (AAF) is a professional American football league that aims to provide entertainment for sports fans. It features eight teams, each consisting of fifty players, who compete in a season comprising ten matches. The games are streamed live through the league's application, allowing fans to engage with the sport in real-time. In addition to offering competitive play, the AAF provides players with opportunities for post-football careers, including comprehensive bonuses. The league focuses on enhancing the overall experience for both players and fans.
Alliance of American Football
Seed Round in 2018
The Alliance of American Football (AAF) is a professional American football league that aims to provide entertainment for sports fans. It features eight teams, each consisting of fifty players, who compete in a season comprising ten matches. The games are streamed live through the league's application, allowing fans to engage with the sport in real-time. In addition to offering competitive play, the AAF provides players with opportunities for post-football careers, including comprehensive bonuses. The league focuses on enhancing the overall experience for both players and fans.
Vaunt is a media and entertainment company founded in 2014 that operates a subscription video-on-demand and real-time streaming network enabling influencers to self-distribute and monetize lifestyle content, while also organizing in-person alternative sporting and entertainment events that feature professional athletes, artists, and celebrities to provide fans with unique access to personalities and experiences and to help talent build and monetize their brands globally.
Omnislash
Seed Round in 2017
Omnislash, Inc. is a production studio based in San Diego, California, established in 2016. The company specializes in creating a variety of content for gamers, including live game streams, news segments, talk shows, highlight videos, and guides. In addition to content creation, Omnislash is developing a data-driven platform designed to enhance the gaming experience by allowing players to share their achievements and stories. This platform leverages gameplay analytics to provide meaningful statistics and metrics, transforming how gamers engage with both gameplay and esports. Through its offerings, Omnislash aims to inspire gamers and foster discussions within the gaming community.
Greo Inc., established in 2016 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, develops a mobile video application focused on facilitating conversations about current events, culture, and world issues. The company's flagship product, Greo, is a video-only social platform that enables users to create, discover, and exchange ideas through short, engaging videos. It encourages meaningful debates and discussions, fostering empathy and understanding among its user community.
Vaunt is a media and entertainment company founded in 2014 that operates a subscription video-on-demand and real-time streaming network enabling influencers to self-distribute and monetize lifestyle content, while also organizing in-person alternative sporting and entertainment events that feature professional athletes, artists, and celebrities to provide fans with unique access to personalities and experiences and to help talent build and monetize their brands globally.
Mass Appeal
Series A in 2017
Mass Appeal Media, Inc. is a multifaceted media company that produces and develops documentaries, scripted series, and unscripted formats for the film and television industry. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in New York, it has evolved from its origins as a graffiti magazine into a prominent publisher of urban lifestyle content. The company creates and publishes music, digital video, and editorial content, while also specializing in the production of premium advertising and branded content. Mass Appeal designs and executes marketing campaigns for global brands, reflecting a rich cultural heritage that spans music, art, and fashion. Its unique perspective aims to document the cultural convergence of these elements, engaging opinion leaders and trendsetters in contemporary conversations.
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.
Afrostream
Venture Round in 2015
Afrostream Inc, founded in 2014 and based in Ivry-sur-Seine, France, operates a video-on-demand platform that caters to the global audience interested in African and African-American content. The company offers a subscription-based service that provides unlimited access to a diverse catalog of films, TV series, independent productions, and stand-up comedies. With a focus on meeting the growing demand for black entertainment, particularly in Africa where broadband access is expanding, Afrostream serves millions of fans worldwide. The platform is accessible on multiple devices, including PCs, smartphones, and tablets, ensuring that users can stream content anytime and anywhere, thus promoting appreciation for black culture through its curated offerings.