FuboTV Inc. is a live streaming platform that specializes in sports, providing subscribers with access to a wide range of live sporting events, news, and entertainment content. Launched initially as a soccer-focused service in 2015, it has since evolved into a comprehensive platform featuring over 110 channels, including national and regional sports networks, along with popular shows and movies. Users can access FuboTV on various devices, including smart TVs, tablets, mobile phones, and desktop computers, with features such as personal Cloud DVR storage and multiple simultaneous streams. Headquartered in New York City, FuboTV operates in the U.S. and has expanded internationally, including a launch in Spain. The company has garnered significant investment, raising over $250 million from notable investors, and continues to position itself as a leading independent virtual multichannel video programming distributor.
Caavo, Inc. is a consumer electronics company founded in 2015 and based in Santa Clara, California. The company focuses on developing a cohesive entertainment experience by integrating linear television, streaming services, and web content into a single, user-friendly platform. Its products enable users to control their viewing experience with voice commands or a single remote, making the process seamless and efficient. Additionally, Caavo has created a TV-connected platform tailored for senior living, allowing healthcare staff and families to remotely assist senior citizens through video calls, wellness checks, and assistance requests, even when the television is off. This dual approach highlights Caavo's commitment to enhancing both general entertainment consumption and specialized services for seniors.
Bad Wolf
Venture Round in 2017
Bad Wolf Ltd, founded in 2015 and based in Swansea, United Kingdom, specializes in the production of high-quality television and film content for the global market. The company focuses on creating television shows and films that often draw inspiration from best-selling novels, delivering classic narratives to modern audiences. Through its commitment to high production values, Bad Wolf aims to enhance the viewing experience and cater to a diverse range of viewers.
FuboTV Inc. is a live streaming platform that specializes in sports, providing subscribers with access to a wide range of live sporting events, news, and entertainment content. Launched initially as a soccer-focused service in 2015, it has since evolved into a comprehensive platform featuring over 110 channels, including national and regional sports networks, along with popular shows and movies. Users can access FuboTV on various devices, including smart TVs, tablets, mobile phones, and desktop computers, with features such as personal Cloud DVR storage and multiple simultaneous streams. Headquartered in New York City, FuboTV operates in the U.S. and has expanded internationally, including a launch in Spain. The company has garnered significant investment, raising over $250 million from notable investors, and continues to position itself as a leading independent virtual multichannel video programming distributor.
Caavo, Inc. is a consumer electronics company founded in 2015 and based in Santa Clara, California. The company focuses on developing a cohesive entertainment experience by integrating linear television, streaming services, and web content into a single, user-friendly platform. Its products enable users to control their viewing experience with voice commands or a single remote, making the process seamless and efficient. Additionally, Caavo has created a TV-connected platform tailored for senior living, allowing healthcare staff and families to remotely assist senior citizens through video calls, wellness checks, and assistance requests, even when the television is off. This dual approach highlights Caavo's commitment to enhancing both general entertainment consumption and specialized services for seniors.
True North Productions
Acquisition in 2017
True North Productions Limited is an independent television production company based in Leeds, United Kingdom, established in 2002. The company specializes in creating a diverse array of factual programming, including documentaries, children's content, reality shows, and current affairs. True North produces programs for major UK broadcasters such as the BBC, Channel 4, ITV, and Five, and has expanded its reach to international markets, delivering content to networks like National Geographic Channel International. In addition to production, the company offers post-production services to broadcasters and sells its programs to various countries, including the United States, Australia, Brazil, and Sub-Saharan Africa. As of 2017, True North Productions operates as a subsidiary of Sky plc.
Chrysalis Vision
Funding Round in 2017
Chrysalis Vision Limited is a television production company based in London, United Kingdom, founded in 2014 by Chris Wright. The company specializes in developing, producing, and selling television drama series, focusing on long-running programs for both U.K. and international broadcasters. Chrysalis Vision emphasizes empowering writers by fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment throughout the creative process, from the initial conception of ideas to the transmission of the final product. This approach allows writers to produce ambitious and engaging content that resonates with audiences. As of January 2017, Chrysalis Vision operates as a subsidiary of Sky plc.
Molotov operates a TV streaming platform that transforms how audiences access and enjoy television content. It provides users with the ability to watch live, catch-up, and on-demand programs in high definition from various devices, including phones, tablets, and computers. The platform enables users to bookmark their favorite movies, documentaries, and shows while storing them in the cloud, facilitating a seamless viewing experience. By offering these features, Molotov aims to simplify and enhance the way viewers engage with television programming.
Pluto TV is a free streaming television service based in Los Angeles, offering an extensive array of over 100 live channels and thousands of on-demand movies. It partners with major television networks, movie studios, and digital media companies to provide a diverse content library that includes news, TV shows, sports, lifestyle programming, and original digital series. The platform attracts millions of viewers each month and is accessible across various devices, including mobile, web browsers, and connected TVs, allowing audiences to enjoy premium content without subscription fees.
FuboTV Inc. is a live streaming platform that specializes in sports, providing subscribers with access to a wide range of live sporting events, news, and entertainment content. Launched initially as a soccer-focused service in 2015, it has since evolved into a comprehensive platform featuring over 110 channels, including national and regional sports networks, along with popular shows and movies. Users can access FuboTV on various devices, including smart TVs, tablets, mobile phones, and desktop computers, with features such as personal Cloud DVR storage and multiple simultaneous streams. Headquartered in New York City, FuboTV operates in the U.S. and has expanded internationally, including a launch in Spain. The company has garnered significant investment, raising over $250 million from notable investors, and continues to position itself as a leading independent virtual multichannel video programming distributor.
Blast! Films
Acquisition in 2015
Blast! Films Limited, founded in 1994 and based in London, specializes in producing documentaries, dramas, and films specifically for British television channels. The company has established itself in the industry by creating compelling content that resonates with audiences. As of July 2015, Blast! Films operates as a subsidiary of Sky plc, further enhancing its capabilities and reach within the media landscape.
Jupiter Entertainment
Acquisition in 2015
Jupiter Entertainment, Inc., founded in 1996 and based in Knoxville, Tennessee, specializes in producing a diverse array of non-scripted television programs. The company's offerings include children's programming, daytime how-to shows, music-based series, and a variety of sports entertainment. Additionally, Jupiter is known for its production of reality shows, documentaries, true crime, and lifestyle series, catering to a wide audience with varied interests. As of 2015, Jupiter operates as a subsidiary of Sky plc.
Pluto TV is a free streaming television service based in Los Angeles, offering an extensive array of over 100 live channels and thousands of on-demand movies. It partners with major television networks, movie studios, and digital media companies to provide a diverse content library that includes news, TV shows, sports, lifestyle programming, and original digital series. The platform attracts millions of viewers each month and is accessible across various devices, including mobile, web browsers, and connected TVs, allowing audiences to enjoy premium content without subscription fees.
Pluto TV
Seed Round in 2014
Pluto TV is a free streaming television service based in Los Angeles, offering an extensive array of over 100 live channels and thousands of on-demand movies. It partners with major television networks, movie studios, and digital media companies to provide a diverse content library that includes news, TV shows, sports, lifestyle programming, and original digital series. The platform attracts millions of viewers each month and is accessible across various devices, including mobile, web browsers, and connected TVs, allowing audiences to enjoy premium content without subscription fees.
Sky Deutschland
Acquisition in 2014
Sky Deutschland AG, based in Unterföhring, Germany, is a leading pay-TV provider, operating primarily in Germany and Austria. It offers a wide range of subscription TV services, including live sports, movies, series, children's programming, and documentaries, delivered via satellite and cable television. The company's key offerings include Sky Go, an over-the-top service for mobile devices and PCs, and Snap by Sky, an online media library. Additionally, Sky Deutschland is involved in the acquisition, sale, and distribution of broadcasting rights for various content. It operates as a subsidiary of Sky plc, part of the Comcast group.
Love Productions
Acquisition in 2014
Love Productions Ltd. is a television production company based in London, United Kingdom, with additional production bases in Bristol, New York, and Los Angeles. Established in 2004, the company specializes in producing a diverse range of content, including documentaries, factual entertainment, entertainment shows, features, daytime formats, and live entertainment. Love Productions sells and distributes its programming both in the United Kingdom and internationally, catering primarily to major UK broadcasters. As a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sky Studios, Love Productions has established itself as a prominent player in the television industry, known for its innovative and engaging productions.
Parthenon Media Group
Acquisition in 2012
Parthenon Media Group Ltd. distributes and produces factual documentaries and children’s programs. The company offers visual effects, animation, and commercials services for TV producers and advertising agencies; non-fiction television single documentaries and dramas; audio post production services for broadcast television and corporate videos. It also offers advice on tax credits, skilled crews, broadcaster partners, and production financing.
Virgin Media
Acquisition in 2010
Virgin Media is a UK-based telecommunications company, offering a range of services including TV, broadband internet, landline, and mobile phone services. It is unique in the UK for having a national fibre optic network, enabling high-speed connectivity. The company's business arm, Virgin Media Business, invests in and supports various sectors within telecommunications, such as broadband, mobile, and cable services.
Amstrad
Acquisition in 2007
Amstrad Plc, a wholly owned subsidiary of BSkyB Plc, specializes in the design, development, and manufacturing of consumer electronics. The company primarily focuses on producing set-top boxes for BSkyB and Sky Italia. In addition to set-top boxes, Amstrad has a history of designing and manufacturing a variety of audio, telecom, and video products, as well as other consumer electronics.