Kleiner Perkins is a venture capital firm based in Menlo Park, California, founded in 1972. The firm specializes in investing in early-stage, growth, and incubation companies across a range of industries, including business products, consumer services, financial services, healthcare, information technology, and life sciences. Kleiner Perkins partners with entrepreneurs from the inception of their ideas through to their initial public offerings, aiming to maximize the potential of innovative concepts. The firm has a global investment focus, engaging with founders in the United States, Canada, the Middle East, the United Kingdom, and Mainland China. It is recognized for its strategic support of bold ideas and its commitment to fostering growth in various sectors.
Arcade allows its users to create interactive bits of their product that they can share on their website, blog, or social media. The company was founded in 2021 and is based in San Francisco, California, United States.
juna.ai
Seed Round in 2024
Juna.ai is a platform focused on enhancing the content creation process through the use of AI-powered tools. It offers an AI Prompt Generator designed to help users generate prompts for various content types, including blogs, social media posts, and creative writing. This tool aims to boost productivity by overcoming creative blocks and streamlining the brainstorming phase.
Weights
Seed Round in 2024
Weights is a social AI Creation Platform. Create audio, images, chat, and more for free, and share with your friends!
Plex
Series C in 2024
Plex is a comprehensive streaming media service that offers users access to thousands of free movies and TV shows, as well as hundreds of live TV channels from renowned entertainment providers such as Warner Bros., Lionsgate, and BBC. It distinguishes itself by allowing users to manage their personal media collections alongside a continuously expanding library of free third-party content, which includes podcasts and music. The platform features a customizable interface that enables users to create personalized playlists and enhance their media with custom artwork and metadata. Accessible from various devices, Plex provides a user-friendly experience that combines personal media with a diverse range of entertainment options, making it a versatile choice for streaming enthusiasts.
Favs
Pre Seed Round in 2023
Favs is for real friends only. It lets users share what's on their mind, and see what's new. Favs was founded in 2023 and is based in Los Angeles, California.
Captions
Series B in 2023
Captions is an AI-powered creative studio focused on revolutionizing video creation and editing. It offers an innovative platform that simplifies the process of adding captions to videos, making it both easy and affordable for users. The company provides a range of software solutions designed to enhance video production, including automatic subtitle generation, eye contact correction, language dubbing, and video clip extraction. These features not only streamline the creative process but also elevate storytelling by generating accurate and time-saving captions. Additionally, Captions assists users in adding appropriate music and effects, while also generating relevant metadata such as titles, descriptions, and hashtags for social media, thereby enriching the overall content creation experience.
Pray.com
Series B in 2020
Pray.com is a social impact company driven by a mission to grow faith & cultivate community. Started by Steve Gatena and his three co-founders in 2016, the company is comprised of people from all backgrounds and is building Pray.com as the digital destination for faith. At Pray.com prayer is the priority and the Pray.com app is the easiest way to incorporate prayer into your daily life. The Pray.com app is the world's #1 app for Daily Prayer and faith-based media content. In 2020, Pray.com became the highest-grossing religious media app in history. In addition to its explosive growth in revenue and subscribers, Pray.com became the first and only mental & spiritual health app federally approved to host the President of the United States as well as other elected officials on the platform so they could promote the power of prayer, highlight the health benefits of faith, and promote religious equity, diversity, and inclusion. As an inter-faith platform, Pray.com has brought together religious, celebrity, and political leaders across industries for major events that pray for, discuss, and act on social issues like: race relations, forced migration, and religious inclusion. Pray.com's marque events include participation from the White House, the National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference, the Vatican City state, the Southern Baptist Convention, and more. In addition to the success of the Pray.com app, Pray.com's marquee events, and fundraising for social causes, Pray.com's studio division has produced the largest library of Biblically inspired original content in English, Spanish, and Portuguese and its content has been syndicated across broadcast media platforms and new media platforms like SiriusXM Satellite Radio, DirectTV, and YouTube. Pray.com's mission is to grow faith & cultivate community and its vision is to create a world where everyone leaves a legacy of helping others.
Nextdoor
Series F in 2019
Nextdoor, Inc. is a social networking platform based in San Francisco that facilitates local conversations among residents. Founded in 2007, the company aims to foster connections within neighborhoods by allowing users to share recommendations, news updates, and resources while also promoting local businesses and services. Nextdoor enhances community engagement by offering features like the Help Map, which enables neighbors to offer assistance to those in need, particularly during crises such as the Covid-19 pandemic. With a presence in multiple countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, and several European nations, Nextdoor seeks to create a sense of belonging and support among neighbors, emphasizing the importance of community in people's lives.
Reputation
Series C in 2019
Reputation is a company that specializes in online reputation management, providing location-based businesses with tools to enhance their brand image through effective engagement with consumer feedback. The platform streamlines the management of online and local reputation by offering services that include business listings, local search optimization, reviews, social media management, and customer surveys. By aggregating location-specific data, Reputation delivers actionable insights and a proprietary metric known as the Reputation Score, which assists executives and board members in making informed, data-driven decisions to improve both reputation and revenue. The company also addresses online defamation by mitigating negative content from news articles, forums, and review sites, enabling businesses to regain control over their most valuable asset: their reputation.
IRL
Series A in 2019
IRL is a social messaging application founded in 2019 and based in San Francisco, California. The app facilitates event discovery and planning, enabling users to manage their social calendars effectively. It allows individuals to follow friends, join interest-based groups, and engage in chats. Users can create groups centered around their interests, fostering connections with like-minded individuals and enhancing existing relationships. The platform supports event creation, allowing users to invite group members and plan activities easily. Additionally, IRL integrates local public events and enables users to follow sports teams, musicians, celebrities, and local venues, streamlining the process of sending and receiving invitations to social gatherings.
Daisie
Seed Round in 2019
Daisie Limited operates an online platform designed to connect artists and creators for collaborative projects. Founded in 2017 and based in Hove, United Kingdom, Daisie provides a creative community where users can share their work and ideas. The platform features spaces for creators to engage in live classes led by industry experts, attend workshops, and enhance their portfolios. By fostering a supportive environment, Daisie aims to help creators build confidence, expand their skills, and develop sustainable careers in their respective fields.
FabFitFun
Series A in 2019
FabFitFun, Inc. is a subscription-based lifestyle company that specializes in providing curated boxes of health and beauty products to its customers. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Los Angeles, the company delivers seasonal gift boxes every three months, which include full-size items from both premium and emerging brands across categories such as beauty, fashion, wellness, and fitness. In addition to its subscription service, FabFitFun offers an online platform featuring lifestyle content on various topics, including health, fitness, entertainment, and shopping, aimed particularly at women. The company also engages its audience through a daily email service that provides tips on beauty, wellness, and fashion. FabFitFun operates as a subsidiary of Unilever N.V., fostering a community focused on enabling women to lead healthier and more fulfilling lives.
Capture Technologies
Seed Round in 2018
Capture Technologies is a technology and social media company headquartered in California, with an additional office in Moscow, Russia. The company focuses on developing its flagship product, the Capture app, which enhances social interactions through smartphone camera functionalities. By leveraging advanced artificial intelligence, Capture Technologies aims to create a unique user experience that blurs the lines between real-time communication and digital interaction. The app facilitates connections among users, allowing them to engage in meaningful social exchanges while utilizing the capabilities of their mobile devices.
Tribe
Seed Round in 2017
Tribe App, Inc. is a company that develops a mobile video messaging application, allowing users to engage in live multiplayer interactions with up to eight friends simultaneously. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the platform enables users to connect effortlessly via video chat, text, and voice messages, without the need for an account. In addition to facilitating real-time communication, Tribe offers features for photo and content sharing, enhancing the interactive experience among users. The application is designed to simplify social connections by allowing users to create and send invite links to friends, promoting seamless engagement.
Reputation
Series A in 2017
Reputation is a company that specializes in online reputation management, providing location-based businesses with tools to enhance their brand image through effective engagement with consumer feedback. The platform streamlines the management of online and local reputation by offering services that include business listings, local search optimization, reviews, social media management, and customer surveys. By aggregating location-specific data, Reputation delivers actionable insights and a proprietary metric known as the Reputation Score, which assists executives and board members in making informed, data-driven decisions to improve both reputation and revenue. The company also addresses online defamation by mitigating negative content from news articles, forums, and review sites, enabling businesses to regain control over their most valuable asset: their reputation.
Flipagram
Series B in 2015
Flipagram, Inc. is a mobile application developer based in Rolling Hills Estates, California, specializing in creating short video stories that combine photos, videos, and music. The app is compatible with iPhone, Android, and Windows mobile devices, catering to a global audience with tens of millions of monthly users. As one of the fastest-growing apps in the world, Flipagram enables users to easily craft engaging content, enhancing their storytelling capabilities. The company operates as a subsidiary of Cheerful Inc. and, as of February 2017, is also a subsidiary of Beijing Byte Dance Telecommunications Co., Ltd.
Nextdoor
Series D in 2015
Nextdoor, Inc. is a social networking platform based in San Francisco that facilitates local conversations among residents. Founded in 2007, the company aims to foster connections within neighborhoods by allowing users to share recommendations, news updates, and resources while also promoting local businesses and services. Nextdoor enhances community engagement by offering features like the Help Map, which enables neighbors to offer assistance to those in need, particularly during crises such as the Covid-19 pandemic. With a presence in multiple countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, and several European nations, Nextdoor seeks to create a sense of belonging and support among neighbors, emphasizing the importance of community in people's lives.
Snap
Series D in 2014
Snap Inc., established in 2010, is a global camera company headquartered in Santa Monica, California. It operates primarily through its flagship product, Snapchat, a multimedia messaging application renowned for its ephemeral nature, allowing users to send and share photos, videos, and messages that disappear after viewing. Snapchat offers a range of creative features, including filters, lenses, augmented reality experiences, and Stories, which enable users to create and share content with friends or a broader audience. The platform also includes Discover, providing access to original content from publishers and creators, and Memories, allowing users to save and revisit their Snaps. In addition to its software offerings, Snap Inc. has ventured into hardware with Spectacles, wearable cameras that capture first-person perspective content and sync with Snapchat. The company generates nearly all its revenue from advertising, with North America being its largest market despite only accounting for a quarter of its user base. As of 2023, Snapchat boasts over 400 million daily active users.
Bitstrips
Series B in 2014
Bitstrips is a Toronto-based company that has developed a self-cartoon application, allowing users to create personalized caricatures of themselves and others. The application emphasizes a more visual, personal, and engaging online interaction compared to traditional text and images. Users can utilize their unique cartoon avatars to express themselves creatively and share their identities across various platforms. This innovative approach to online communication aims to enhance user engagement and provide a fun way to connect with others.
Miaopai
Series C in 2014
Miaopai develops a mobile based application for sharing short videos. Its service now has 70 million daily active users. Miaopai produces mobile device applications. It offers software products that allow users to customize videos and pictures. Chan Sheng and Han Kun founded Xuanyixia Technology in 2011 that later became Yixia Tech and then Miaopai. Its headquarters is in Beijing in China.
Crossfader
Venture Round in 2014
Crossfader is an online music application platform designed to simplify the process of creating music mashups. It allows users to mix and match existing songs effortlessly, turning anyone into a DJ within seconds. The app fosters a large community where users can discover, remix, and share their creations with others globally. By providing an accessible way to engage with music, Crossfader enhances the user experience and encourages creativity in music production.
Yunzhilian Network Science and Technology
Series A in 2014
Yunzhilian Network Science and Technology Co., Ltd (Beijing) (云智联) is a mobile internet company whose main product is an app designed for social networking. Yunzhilian Co. Ltd is focused on creating new generation mobile social products for global customers, and building a real-time social environment with new ideas and unique innovations on the basis of the mobile industry.
Plex
Series B in 2014
Plex is a comprehensive streaming media service that offers users access to thousands of free movies and TV shows, as well as hundreds of live TV channels from renowned entertainment providers such as Warner Bros., Lionsgate, and BBC. It distinguishes itself by allowing users to manage their personal media collections alongside a continuously expanding library of free third-party content, which includes podcasts and music. The platform features a customizable interface that enables users to create personalized playlists and enhance their media with custom artwork and metadata. Accessible from various devices, Plex provides a user-friendly experience that combines personal media with a diverse range of entertainment options, making it a versatile choice for streaming enthusiasts.
Secret
Series A in 2014
Secret offers an online platform that enables users to share their personal secrets with other users anonymously. It owns and operates a mobile application that helps users to share and connect with friends. The company was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Indiegogo
Series B in 2014
Indiegogo, Inc. is an online crowdfunding platform based in San Francisco, California, established in 2007. It enables individuals, startups, and organizations to raise funds for various projects, including creative, entrepreneurial, and cause-related initiatives. The platform allows campaign owners to seek financial contributions while offering benefits to contributors as a reward for their support. Indiegogo facilitates the generation of pre-sales and feedback from early adopters, helping creators refine their products before production. Additionally, the company provides guidance to individuals and startups on campaign management and strategy, serving a broad range of industries, including retail, energy, healthcare, media, gaming, and software as a service (SaaS).
Path
Series C in 2014
Path is a mobile photo-sharing and messaging service for building personal social networks with up to 150 contacts. Currently Path Places. Path Talk and Path sold to Daum Kakao May 28, 2015. Path brings people closer together. Guided by the belief that mobile technology will fundamentally change the cultural, social, and economic landscape, Path focuses on simplicity, quality, and privacy to provide the best mobile personal networking service in the world. Path was designed with the people they love, closest friends, and family in mind.
Flipboard
Series C in 2013
Flipboard, Inc. is a company that develops a mobile social magazine application, allowing users to collect and share news articles, videos, and photos from a variety of sources. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, with additional offices in New York and Beijing, Flipboard's platform enables users to aggregate web content based on their personal interests and present it in a digital magazine format. This personalized magazine can be easily shared and followed through social media, facilitating an engaging way for users to stay updated on news and discover stories from around the world. Additionally, Flipboard offers custom branded layout solutions for publishers and provides native and display advertising services to advertisers.
Secret
Seed Round in 2013
Secret offers an online platform that enables users to share their personal secrets with other users anonymously. It owns and operates a mobile application that helps users to share and connect with friends. The company was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Nextdoor
Series C in 2013
Nextdoor, Inc. is a social networking platform based in San Francisco that facilitates local conversations among residents. Founded in 2007, the company aims to foster connections within neighborhoods by allowing users to share recommendations, news updates, and resources while also promoting local businesses and services. Nextdoor enhances community engagement by offering features like the Help Map, which enables neighbors to offer assistance to those in need, particularly during crises such as the Covid-19 pandemic. With a presence in multiple countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, and several European nations, Nextdoor seeks to create a sense of belonging and support among neighbors, emphasizing the importance of community in people's lives.
Flipboard
Series C in 2013
Flipboard, Inc. is a company that develops a mobile social magazine application, allowing users to collect and share news articles, videos, and photos from a variety of sources. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, with additional offices in New York and Beijing, Flipboard's platform enables users to aggregate web content based on their personal interests and present it in a digital magazine format. This personalized magazine can be easily shared and followed through social media, facilitating an engaging way for users to stay updated on news and discover stories from around the world. Additionally, Flipboard offers custom branded layout solutions for publishers and provides native and display advertising services to advertisers.
CrowdOptic
Venture Round in 2013
CrowdOptic specializes in interactive live stream technology that leverages real-time sensor data from electronic devices. By utilizing its patented algorithms, the company identifies and tracks device focus and groups of users with shared attention. Its technology includes features like sensor data smoothing, EXIF data mining, and focal analytics, making it applicable across various mobile applications and technology environments. This versatility enhances capabilities in broadcasting, security, social media sharing, and advertising. Additionally, CrowdOptic offers solutions tailored for medical device training, integrating video from medical devices with pan-tilt-zoom camera feeds. This system, supported by a dedicated cloud server and web interface, enables physician educators to conduct collaborative remote training globally, enhancing medical training accessibility and effectiveness.
Booyah
Series C in 2013
Booyah is the market leader in real-world & location–based gaming. The company is founded on the premise that "where you play matters" and creates compelling, innovative mass-market games and entertainment products that have been enjoyed by tens of millions of worldwide. By integrating real-world signals into its portfolio of products, Booyah is more than a games company…literally changing how people play and delivering more personal, more social & more meaningful ways for gamers of all ages to play & interact with their friends & the world around them. Booyah has partnered with leading consumer brands including H&M, Pantene, Olay, Paul Frank, Disney, Subway, Adidas, MTV and others to connect engaged gamers with the products they love. To learn more about advertising & sponsorship opportunities, click here. The company draws its creativity and inspiration from the mobile, consumer web, social and traditional gaming space with a leadership team drawn from the world’s top interactive companies including Electronic Arts, Blizzard Entertainment, Glu Mobile, Crowdstar, LucasArts, Kabam and Insomniac Games. Booyah is financed by Accel Partners and Kleiner Perkins Caufield and Byers’ iFund.
Crossfader
Seed Round in 2013
Crossfader is an online music application platform designed to simplify the process of creating music mashups. It allows users to mix and match existing songs effortlessly, turning anyone into a DJ within seconds. The app fosters a large community where users can discover, remix, and share their creations with others globally. By providing an accessible way to engage with music, Crossfader enhances the user experience and encourages creativity in music production.
Crossfader
Venture Round in 2012
Crossfader is an online music application platform designed to simplify the process of creating music mashups. It allows users to mix and match existing songs effortlessly, turning anyone into a DJ within seconds. The app fosters a large community where users can discover, remix, and share their creations with others globally. By providing an accessible way to engage with music, Crossfader enhances the user experience and encourages creativity in music production.
Chill
Series A in 2012
Chill, a Los Angeles, CA-based social video discovery platform. Co-founded in early 2012 by Dan Gould and Brian Norgard, Chill is a platform for social video that helps premium content partners such as TMZ, Jimmy Kimmel Live and PUMA find and engage new audiences through social discovery. It has over 19 million registered users.
Airtime
Series B in 2012
Airtime is a social platform designed to foster genuine online interactions, aiming to create a welcoming environment for users. Founded by Sean Parker, the platform offers various virtual "rooms" where individuals can engage in live conversations about diverse interests, from music to art and comedy. Unlike traditional social networks that often promote isolation, Airtime encourages community building and real-time engagement. The company is supported by prominent investors, including Accel, Andreessen Horowitz, and Google Ventures, and operates with a dedicated team of over 100 employees across three locations. Airtime focuses on enhancing the quality of online social experiences through its innovative video conversation features.
Path
Series B in 2012
Path is a mobile photo-sharing and messaging service for building personal social networks with up to 150 contacts. Currently Path Places. Path Talk and Path sold to Daum Kakao May 28, 2015. Path brings people closer together. Guided by the belief that mobile technology will fundamentally change the cultural, social, and economic landscape, Path focuses on simplicity, quality, and privacy to provide the best mobile personal networking service in the world. Path was designed with the people they love, closest friends, and family in mind.
klout
Series C in 2012
Klout measures influence based on the ability to drive action across the social web. Any person can connect their social network accounts and Klout will generate a score on a scale of 1-100 that represents their ability to engage other people and inspire social actions. Klout enables everyone to gain insights that help them better understand how they influence others. Klout also provides people with opportunities to shape and be recognized for their influence.
Chill
Angel Round in 2011
Chill, a Los Angeles, CA-based social video discovery platform. Co-founded in early 2012 by Dan Gould and Brian Norgard, Chill is a platform for social video that helps premium content partners such as TMZ, Jimmy Kimmel Live and PUMA find and engage new audiences through social discovery. It has over 19 million registered users.
Erly
Venture Round in 2011
Erly is a platform that enables users to create dedicated webpages for their events, consolidating event information, invitations, and multimedia content in one place. By facilitating the organization and sharing of personal experiences, Erly allows users to document and showcase their events through a social platform designed for personal storytelling. This integration of event management and social sharing enhances the user experience by providing a streamlined way to engage with guests and share memories.
Doodle Mobile
Series A in 2011
Doodle Mobile Ltd. is a Chinese company established in 2010 that specializes in the development and publication of mobile social games for the Android platform. The company has created a social gaming network known as Doodle Game Center, which allows users to connect and play games together. Doodle Mobile has launched nearly a hundred game products, including popular titles such as Restaurant Live, Dino Island, Fast Racing 3D, and Monster Smash, covering various genres from competitive games to puzzles and casual entertainment. With a user base exceeding 400 million globally, Doodle Mobile operates research and development centers in Beijing and Shanghai and employs around 100 staff members, all contributing to its innovative approach in the mobile gaming industry.
Manzuo.com
Series B in 2011
Manzuo.com is a Chinese group-buying website that specializes in marketing services for local life service providers and commodity suppliers. It connects consumers with various offerings, including restaurants, bars, entertainment venues, and personal care services, by providing access to discounted coupons through group purchases. The platform utilizes advanced marketing techniques to effectively promote and popularize products from its cooperative partners, facilitating cost-effective deals on local goods and services. In addition to traditional services, Manzuo.com also engages in location-based marketing campaigns and highlights cultural events, making it a versatile resource for consumers seeking affordable options in their community.
Flipboard
Series B in 2011
Flipboard, Inc. is a company that develops a mobile social magazine application, allowing users to collect and share news articles, videos, and photos from a variety of sources. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, with additional offices in New York and Beijing, Flipboard's platform enables users to aggregate web content based on their personal interests and present it in a digital magazine format. This personalized magazine can be easily shared and followed through social media, facilitating an engaging way for users to stay updated on news and discover stories from around the world. Additionally, Flipboard offers custom branded layout solutions for publishers and provides native and display advertising services to advertisers.
Zynga
Series C in 2011
Zynga Inc., established in 2007, is a leading global developer, publisher, and operator of social games. The company's portfolio spans over 6 billion downloads across 175 countries, featuring popular franchises like FarmVille, Words With Friends, and Zynga Poker. Zynga's games are played on mobile platforms (iOS, Android) and social networking sites, with revenue generated through game downloads, in-game purchases, and advertising services. The company's headquarters are in San Francisco, California, with additional locations in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Cooliris
Series C in 2011
Cooliris, Inc. specializes in creating mobile experiences that enhance content sharing and communication. Founded in 2006 and based in San Francisco, the company is known for its visually immersive media applications, including the Gallery app and BeamIt, a messaging application designed for both Android and iOS platforms. Cooliris enables users to capture and share photos and videos, fostering connectivity through visual messaging. As of November 2014, Cooliris operates as a subsidiary of Altaba Inc., further extending its reach in the mobile and web consumer markets.
Path
Series A in 2011
Path is a mobile photo-sharing and messaging service for building personal social networks with up to 150 contacts. Currently Path Places. Path Talk and Path sold to Daum Kakao May 28, 2015. Path brings people closer together. Guided by the belief that mobile technology will fundamentally change the cultural, social, and economic landscape, Path focuses on simplicity, quality, and privacy to provide the best mobile personal networking service in the world. Path was designed with the people they love, closest friends, and family in mind.
klout
Series B in 2011
Klout measures influence based on the ability to drive action across the social web. Any person can connect their social network accounts and Klout will generate a score on a scale of 1-100 that represents their ability to engage other people and inspire social actions. Klout enables everyone to gain insights that help them better understand how they influence others. Klout also provides people with opportunities to shape and be recognized for their influence.
X (formerly Twitter)
Series F in 2010
Twitter is a social networking platform that facilitates the exchange of micro-blogs, known as "tweets," which can be up to 280 characters in length. Launched in 2006, it allows users to send and read tweets through various means, including web browsers, SMS, and mobile applications. With over 400 million monthly visitors and 255 million active users, Twitter serves as a global real-time communications platform. Its diverse user base includes world leaders, athletes, entertainers, and news organizations, contributing to its role as a significant source of information and engagement. The platform is available in more than 35 languages and has a strong presence in major cities worldwide, with headquarters in San Francisco and offices across the United States and internationally.
Katango
Series A in 2010
Katango is a provider of Friend Relationship Management solutions, focused on simplifying social interactions in the digital age. The company recognizes the challenges posed by the overwhelming growth of social networks and seeks to enhance online social experiences through algorithmic solutions. Drawing inspiration from historical shifts in web curation, Katango aims to transition the social web from its current manual management phase to a more efficient, algorithm-driven approach. Currently operating in stealth mode, the company is dedicated to developing tools that will streamline how individuals manage their social connections.
Manzuo.com
Series A in 2010
Manzuo.com is a Chinese group-buying website that specializes in marketing services for local life service providers and commodity suppliers. It connects consumers with various offerings, including restaurants, bars, entertainment venues, and personal care services, by providing access to discounted coupons through group purchases. The platform utilizes advanced marketing techniques to effectively promote and popularize products from its cooperative partners, facilitating cost-effective deals on local goods and services. In addition to traditional services, Manzuo.com also engages in location-based marketing campaigns and highlights cultural events, making it a versatile resource for consumers seeking affordable options in their community.
Flipboard
Series A in 2010
Flipboard, Inc. is a company that develops a mobile social magazine application, allowing users to collect and share news articles, videos, and photos from a variety of sources. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, with additional offices in New York and Beijing, Flipboard's platform enables users to aggregate web content based on their personal interests and present it in a digital magazine format. This personalized magazine can be easily shared and followed through social media, facilitating an engaging way for users to stay updated on news and discover stories from around the world. Additionally, Flipboard offers custom branded layout solutions for publishers and provides native and display advertising services to advertisers.
Reputation
Series C in 2010
Reputation is a company that specializes in online reputation management, providing location-based businesses with tools to enhance their brand image through effective engagement with consumer feedback. The platform streamlines the management of online and local reputation by offering services that include business listings, local search optimization, reviews, social media management, and customer surveys. By aggregating location-specific data, Reputation delivers actionable insights and a proprietary metric known as the Reputation Score, which assists executives and board members in making informed, data-driven decisions to improve both reputation and revenue. The company also addresses online defamation by mitigating negative content from news articles, forums, and review sites, enabling businesses to regain control over their most valuable asset: their reputation.
Booyah
Series C in 2010
Booyah is the market leader in real-world & location–based gaming. The company is founded on the premise that "where you play matters" and creates compelling, innovative mass-market games and entertainment products that have been enjoyed by tens of millions of worldwide. By integrating real-world signals into its portfolio of products, Booyah is more than a games company…literally changing how people play and delivering more personal, more social & more meaningful ways for gamers of all ages to play & interact with their friends & the world around them. Booyah has partnered with leading consumer brands including H&M, Pantene, Olay, Paul Frank, Disney, Subway, Adidas, MTV and others to connect engaged gamers with the products they love. To learn more about advertising & sponsorship opportunities, click here. The company draws its creativity and inspiration from the mobile, consumer web, social and traditional gaming space with a leadership team drawn from the world’s top interactive companies including Electronic Arts, Blizzard Entertainment, Glu Mobile, Crowdstar, LucasArts, Kabam and Insomniac Games. Booyah is financed by Accel Partners and Kleiner Perkins Caufield and Byers’ iFund.
Five minutes
Venture Round in 2010
Five Minutes (上海五分钟网络科技) is a company focused on developing and operating social games. Its social gaming platform also enables social networking.The representative work of Five Minutes is "Happy Farm". It has three features suitable for general players. Five Minutes is a more active and interesting way to communicate with friends than phones and emails.
Yardbarker
Venture Round in 2009
Yardbarker Media is a leading sports and entertainment media platform in the United States, attracting over 12 million user sessions each month. Founded in 2006, it offers a variety of content through its website, social media channels, and partnerships with third-party syndication. The platform serves as a hub for sports fans, bloggers, and professional athletes to read, discuss, and interact with sports articles, photos, and videos. In addition to its content offerings, Yardbarker operates an online store that features apparel and accessories for men, women, and children. It also curates and distributes popular email newsletters, including 'The Morning Bark' and 'Quiz of the Day,' which reach more than 370,000 subscribers daily.
Cooliris
Series B in 2009
Cooliris, Inc. specializes in creating mobile experiences that enhance content sharing and communication. Founded in 2006 and based in San Francisco, the company is known for its visually immersive media applications, including the Gallery app and BeamIt, a messaging application designed for both Android and iOS platforms. Cooliris enables users to capture and share photos and videos, fostering connectivity through visual messaging. As of November 2014, Cooliris operates as a subsidiary of Altaba Inc., further extending its reach in the mobile and web consumer markets.
Booyah
Series A in 2008
Booyah is the market leader in real-world & location–based gaming. The company is founded on the premise that "where you play matters" and creates compelling, innovative mass-market games and entertainment products that have been enjoyed by tens of millions of worldwide. By integrating real-world signals into its portfolio of products, Booyah is more than a games company…literally changing how people play and delivering more personal, more social & more meaningful ways for gamers of all ages to play & interact with their friends & the world around them. Booyah has partnered with leading consumer brands including H&M, Pantene, Olay, Paul Frank, Disney, Subway, Adidas, MTV and others to connect engaged gamers with the products they love. To learn more about advertising & sponsorship opportunities, click here. The company draws its creativity and inspiration from the mobile, consumer web, social and traditional gaming space with a leadership team drawn from the world’s top interactive companies including Electronic Arts, Blizzard Entertainment, Glu Mobile, Crowdstar, LucasArts, Kabam and Insomniac Games. Booyah is financed by Accel Partners and Kleiner Perkins Caufield and Byers’ iFund.
Zynga
Series B in 2008
Zynga Inc., established in 2007, is a leading global developer, publisher, and operator of social games. The company's portfolio spans over 6 billion downloads across 175 countries, featuring popular franchises like FarmVille, Words With Friends, and Zynga Poker. Zynga's games are played on mobile platforms (iOS, Android) and social networking sites, with revenue generated through game downloads, in-game purchases, and advertising services. The company's headquarters are in San Francisco, California, with additional locations in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Pelago
Series B in 2008
Pelago, founded in 2006 by former Amazon executives, focuses on harnessing the convergence of location awareness, information accessibility, and social interaction to foster innovation in personal storytelling. Its primary product, Whrrl v2.0, launched in March 2009, is a mobile and web application that allows users to capture and share their life experiences in real-time through story formats, integrating location data, photos, and text updates. Users have control over their privacy settings and can share stories across various platforms, including Facebook and Twitter. Whrrl v2.0 supports collaborative storytelling, enabling multiple users to contribute to a single narrative from different devices. The platform accommodates participation through various means, including SMS, email, and Wi-Fi-enabled digital cameras, ensuring broad accessibility. Each story is assigned a unique URL for easy sharing, and users can edit their contributions on the Whrrl website after the experience. Through these features, Pelago aims to eliminate barriers to inspiration, information, and human connection.
Cooliris
Series A in 2007
Cooliris, Inc. specializes in creating mobile experiences that enhance content sharing and communication. Founded in 2006 and based in San Francisco, the company is known for its visually immersive media applications, including the Gallery app and BeamIt, a messaging application designed for both Android and iOS platforms. Cooliris enables users to capture and share photos and videos, fostering connectivity through visual messaging. As of November 2014, Cooliris operates as a subsidiary of Altaba Inc., further extending its reach in the mobile and web consumer markets.
Pelago
Series A in 2006
Pelago, founded in 2006 by former Amazon executives, focuses on harnessing the convergence of location awareness, information accessibility, and social interaction to foster innovation in personal storytelling. Its primary product, Whrrl v2.0, launched in March 2009, is a mobile and web application that allows users to capture and share their life experiences in real-time through story formats, integrating location data, photos, and text updates. Users have control over their privacy settings and can share stories across various platforms, including Facebook and Twitter. Whrrl v2.0 supports collaborative storytelling, enabling multiple users to contribute to a single narrative from different devices. The platform accommodates participation through various means, including SMS, email, and Wi-Fi-enabled digital cameras, ensuring broad accessibility. Each story is assigned a unique URL for easy sharing, and users can edit their contributions on the Whrrl website after the experience. Through these features, Pelago aims to eliminate barriers to inspiration, information, and human connection.
Digital Chocolate
Series C in 2006
Digital Chocolate is a video game developer and publisher that focuses on creating casual and social games for various platforms, including the web, Facebook, and mobile phones. The company operates in multiple countries, including the United States, Finland, Spain, India, and Mexico. In addition to mobile games, Digital Chocolate has developed applications that cater to users interested in fashion and business simulation. The company also offers games specifically designed for the Microsoft gaming console, showcasing its diverse portfolio within the gaming industry.
Snapvine
Series A in 2006
Snapvine is a service that allows users to leave voicemails online. Users can call a central Snapvine number, enter a specific code for their intended recipient, and record their message. Additionally, messages can be left using a computer microphone. The recorded voicemails are accessible through simple embeddable widgets, enabling recipients to receive messages either publicly or privately. Public messages can be listened to by anyone visiting the page where the widget is embedded, making it especially popular on social networks like Myspace, where artists and celebrities interact with their fans. Snapvine's focus on voice solutions enhances communication on various social platforms.
Digital Chocolate
Series B in 2004
Digital Chocolate is a video game developer and publisher that focuses on creating casual and social games for various platforms, including the web, Facebook, and mobile phones. The company operates in multiple countries, including the United States, Finland, Spain, India, and Mexico. In addition to mobile games, Digital Chocolate has developed applications that cater to users interested in fashion and business simulation. The company also offers games specifically designed for the Microsoft gaming console, showcasing its diverse portfolio within the gaming industry.
Adknowledge
Series B in 1999
Adknowledge, established in 2002, is a global digital advertising technology company headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri. It specializes in connecting advertisers with consumers across diverse digital channels, including social media, video, apps, and email. The company offers a suite of platforms such as AdParlor, AdBistro, Giant Media, and YARPP, which facilitate targeted advertising, content recommendation, and video distribution. Adknowledge also provides creative services, including conceptualization, graphic design, and video production. With a presence in multiple countries, the company serves brands, agencies, publishers, and developers worldwide.
AOL
Seed Round in 1987
AOL is a global internet company, headquartered in New York, with a significant presence in the U.S. and Europe. It operates a display advertising network and owns a portfolio of popular web brands and products. AOL's services include a web-based application, AOL Lifestream, which helps users manage and engage with multiple social networking platforms in one place. The company's former venture capital arm, AOL Ventures, focused on early-stage investments in technology-centric software companies.
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