Minute Media
Minute Media is a global technology and content company that focuses on sports and culture. It operates a proprietary platform designed for the creation, distribution, and monetization of digital short-form content. The company owns prominent sports content brands, including The Players' Tribune, FanSided, 90min, and STN Video, and offers content creation tools tailored for leagues, athletes, and professional creators. With a reach of 200 million monthly users, Minute Media supports over 1,500 content creators and collaborates with more than 250 distribution partners across 14 global markets in 10 languages. The company has offices located in New York, London, Tel-Aviv, São Paulo, and Tokyo.
STN Video
Acquisition in 2024
STN Video is an online video platform designed to enhance user engagement and monetization for publishing partners. The platform offers a vast library of brand-safe videos and utilizes AI-powered contextual matching to deliver relevant content to viewers. With advanced video player technology, STN Video supports over 2,000 publishing partners, facilitating millions in monthly revenue. The service enables publishers to provide an enriched viewing experience, drive audience growth, and increase their revenue streams, ensuring that partners can succeed alongside the platform's offerings.
Wazimo
Acquisition in 2021
Wazimo is a pioneering digital media company that focuses on enhancing content distribution for digital publishers and content creators. Founded by Adi Daniel, the company employs advanced technologies, including machine learning and natural language processing, to deliver smarter data and valuable insights. Wazimo's approach facilitates the automation of audience engagement, growth, and monetization, allowing clients to effectively reach their target audiences. By capturing and leveraging first-party data, the company provides real-time insights and optimizations, helping clients maximize audience scale and engagement across multiple platforms. Through its innovative solutions, Wazimo aims to revolutionize the way digital content is published and consumed.
FanSided
Acquisition in 2020
FanSided is a network of over 300 localized websites that cater to diverse sports and entertainment fandoms, providing specialized content tailored to specific interests. Founded in 2007 by two brothers and headquartered in Austin, Texas, FanSided focuses on delivering in-depth coverage that resonates with passionate fans. The platform features knowledgeable writers who engage with their respective fandoms, transforming enthusiasm into meaningful articles and discussions. FanSided operates under Minute Media, which also manages other platforms dedicated to sports and culture, such as The Players' Tribune and Mental Floss.
The Players' Tribune
Acquisition in 2019
The Players' Tribune is a prominent sports content platform that focuses on athlete-driven storytelling. Founded in 2014 by Derek Jeter and acquired by Minute Media in 2019, the platform enables athletes to share their personal narratives through various forms of media, including long and short-form stories, video series, and podcasts. By providing athletes with the tools and resources necessary to create authentic content, The Players' Tribune fosters a direct connection between athletes and their fans, allowing for a deeper understanding of the athletes' experiences and perspectives. The platform has successfully redefined the relationship between sports and culture on a global scale, emphasizing the voices of the athletes themselves.
The Big Lead
Acquisition in 2019
The Big Lead is an online platform that specializes in the digital publication of sports and pop culture news. Founded in 2006 and based in New York, it is one of the longest-running blogs in its niche. As a subsidiary of Minute Media, The Big Lead provides in-depth interviews, commentary, and breaking news related to prominent figures in sports media. It features the "Roundup," a daily summary that offers journalists a quick overview of current events in the sports world. Additionally, The Big Lead hosts the annual Sports Media Awards, which recognize excellence in the industry. The platform also produces two podcasts: "The Big Stream," which discusses television and movie offerings, and "The Big Weekend," a variety show that combines on-field sports action with off-field commentary.
Mental Floss
Acquisition in 2018
Mental Floss, LLC is an online media company that publishes engaging content aimed at educating and entertaining its audience. Founded in 2000 in a Duke University dorm room, the company has grown to reach over 19 million users monthly through its website, social media platforms, and a popular YouTube channel. It offers a variety of content, including blogs, trivia, and quizzes covering subjects such as history, science, and pop culture. In addition to digital content, Mental Floss sells products like magazine subscriptions, books, games, puzzles, and gift certificates, along with operating a retail store in Chesterland, Ohio. The company has received several accolades, including four Webby Awards, and has published 15 books and five board games. As of September 2018, Mental Floss operates as a subsidiary of MinuteMedia.
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