Liberty Media

Liberty Media Corporation is a holding company that operates primarily in the media, communications, and entertainment sectors across North America and internationally. Its key subsidiaries include SIRIUS XM and Formula 1. Liberty Media provides a range of services, including subscription-based satellite radio that offers music, sports, entertainment, and news channels. It also enhances vehicle safety and experience through connected vehicle services and distributes satellite radios via automakers and retailers. The company owns the Atlanta Braves Major League Baseball team, along with several minor league teams and a baseball academy in the Dominican Republic. Additionally, Liberty Media holds commercial rights for the development and exploitation of the World Championship. The company is headquartered in Englewood, Colorado.

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40 past transactions

Dorna Sports

Acquisition in 2024
Dorna Sports, S.L. is a prominent provider of international sports management, marketing, and media services, specializing in motorcycle racing. Established in 1988 and headquartered in Madrid, Spain, with additional offices in Barcelona, Rome, Amsterdam, and Tokyo, the company is best known for organizing the MotoGP World Championship. Dorna Sports handles various aspects of event management, including promotions, ticket sales, and transportation logistics. It produces and distributes live television coverage of MotoGP events and manages commercial activities related to the championship, encompassing television content, photographs, and data. Additionally, the company offers mobile applications, sponsorship and licensing services, branding, research, marketing, timing data processing, and communication services. Dorna Sports aims to support the development of new riders and brands, thereby reinforcing the foundation of motorcycle racing.

F1 Arcade

Venture Round in 2023
F1 Arcade is an immersive hospitality concept that brings the excitement of Formula 1 racing to the public. It features state-of-the-art, full-motion racing simulators developed in collaboration with Studio 397, offering an authentic driving experience. The venues are designed to foster social interaction, featuring racing competitions, reaction games, and large screens that broadcast live races and other sports events. Guests can enjoy various racing modes tailored for different occasions, along with in-venue games and VIP experiences. Additionally, F1 Arcade enhances the competitive atmosphere with food and beverage offerings, including champagne cocktails, creating a vibrant setting for both groups and individuals to engage in thrilling socializing.

Svante

Series E in 2022
Svante is a prominent provider of carbon capture and removal solutions, focusing on the development and manufacture of innovative solid sorbents, structured adsorbent filters, and rotary contactor machines. The company's technology is designed for post-combustion industrial carbon capture and direct air capture, addressing hard-to-decarbonize emissions from industries such as cement, hydrogen, oil and gas, and steel. Svante's solid sorbent-based technology is both environmentally responsible and scalable, allowing for effective CO2 capture that meets pipeline-grade purity standards. This captured carbon can be safely transported, stored underground, or repurposed for various applications. By forming partnerships across the global carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) value chain, Svante aims to facilitate the implementation of source-to-sink carbon capture projects, helping enterprises reduce emissions while managing capital costs and energy use effectively.

Overtime

Series D in 2022
Overtime is a sports network designed for the next generation of sports enthusiasts. Based in New York City, the company creates original, digital-first content across various platforms, including YouTube, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok, focusing on short-form engagement. Overtime operates several innovative sports leagues, including Overtime Elite in basketball, Overtime Select, OT7 in football, and OTX in boxing, catering to both athletes and fans globally. The business model is supported by sponsorships, brand partnerships, e-commerce, licensing, and media rights, allowing Overtime to engage a community of over 90 million fans and followers. The company has attracted significant investment from notable venture capital firms and industry leaders.

Overwolf

Series C in 2021
Overwolf Ltd. is a software company based in Tel-Aviv, Israel, founded in 2010, focused on enhancing gaming experiences through its user-generated content (UGC) ecosystem. It supports over 1,500 games and has a community of 178,000 creators, reaching 100 million monthly active users. The company provides an open-source framework and tools that allow third-party developers to create in-game applications using HTML and JavaScript. Its platform features flexible APIs, custom in-game overlays activated by hotkeys, and second monitor functionality, all designed to empower creators in building, distributing, and monetizing their apps through advertisements. Overwolf aims to connect gamers and facilitate the sharing of gaming experiences while enhancing the overall gameplay.

CLEAR

Venture Round in 2021
CLEAR, the secure identity company, uses biometrics to build a connected world that’s smarter and more secure. It links identity with different information sets, including credit cards, tickets to the game, reservations, frequent flyer numbers, flight manifests, health care identification, driver's licenses, and passports. CLEAR's data security framework meets the highest standards for performance and for protecting sensitive information — FISMA High- and SAFETY Act-certified by the Department of Homeland Security. CLEAR's users are always in control of their data and do not sell user information. CLEAR was founded by Caryn Seidman-Becker and Ken Cornick in November 2010 and is based in New York, United States.

Tastemade

Series E in 2018
TasteMade, Inc. is a media company that specializes in producing and delivering content for food enthusiasts worldwide. Founded in 2012 and based in Santa Monica, California, the company offers a variety of themed shows, including video recipes and cooking programs, accessible through its YouTube channel and dedicated food channels across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. In addition to its video content, TasteMade provides a mobile application for iPhone users that facilitates the discovery, creation, and sharing of food-related videos. The company also offers online tutorials covering topics such as food photography, food styling, and video production techniques, allowing users to enhance their culinary skills and storytelling through food.

Whistle

Series D in 2018
Whistle Sports, Inc. is a sports media and entertainment company dedicated to engaging the digital generation through a diverse range of content. Originally known as Kids Sports Entertainment, Inc., the company was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in New York, with additional offices in London and Los Angeles. Whistle, along with its subsidiaries New Form and Vertical Networks, focuses on creating and distributing relatable and positive content experiences, including scripted and unscripted shows, podcasts, music, and merchandise. The company aims to connect brands, sports leagues, and media companies with consumers across various platforms, thereby enhancing engagement within the content ecosystem.

Fresco News

Series A in 2017
Fresco News Inc. operates a citizen-driven platform that enables individuals to share breaking news content through photos and videos. Founded in 2014 and based in New York, the platform empowers users to report news as they experience it, providing diverse perspectives on events. Fresco's service connects users with news outlets across the United States, allowing them to receive notifications about nearby breaking news events and submit their own content for potential compensation. By leveraging mobile technology, Fresco News facilitates a new avenue for everyday individuals to contribute to the news landscape, effectively democratizing the reporting process.

Drone Racing League

Series B in 2017
Drone Racing League, Inc. is a New York-based organization that focuses on professional drone racing, catering to elite pilots. Founded in 2015, the company organizes tournaments and events that feature first-person perspective drone racing, where pilots navigate custom-designed and identical drones through intricate, thematic, three-dimensional racecourses. The league aims to create engaging 3D drone racing content that appeals to a wide audience, enhancing the spectator experience. In addition to hosting these competitions, the organization also sells tickets and provides media services related to drone racing events, contributing to the growing popularity of this unique sport.

Formula 1

Acquisition in 2016
Formula 1 is an auto racing league.

Tastemade

Series D in 2015
TasteMade, Inc. is a media company that specializes in producing and delivering content for food enthusiasts worldwide. Founded in 2012 and based in Santa Monica, California, the company offers a variety of themed shows, including video recipes and cooking programs, accessible through its YouTube channel and dedicated food channels across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. In addition to its video content, TasteMade provides a mobile application for iPhone users that facilitates the discovery, creation, and sharing of food-related videos. The company also offers online tutorials covering topics such as food photography, food styling, and video production techniques, allowing users to enhance their culinary skills and storytelling through food.

JioSaavn

Series C in 2015
Jioaavn is a music streaming service. Their application provides bollywood, english, hindi, regional songs, top artists, playlists, and custom radio stations that enable listeners to access music.

Brit +

Series B in 2015
Brit + Co is a digital media company founded in 2011 by Brit Morin, focusing on inspiring, educating, and entertaining women with creative interests. As one of the largest media platforms for women, Brit + Co has built an engaged community of over 125 million users across various online platforms. The company produces more than 100 pieces of content daily, generating tens of millions of video views. Its platform facilitates connections between users and a diverse range of creators, including makers, designers, chefs, and inventors. This approach not only fosters a vibrant community of creativity but also allows customers to purchase do-it-yourself project kits and curated products. In addition to its website and free app, Brit + Co extends its presence through social media and experiential offerings, effectively bridging online engagement with real-world connections.

Acorns

Series C in 2015
Acorns is a financial technology company founded in 2012 and based in Irvine, California. It offers an application that automates micro-investments by rounding up users' everyday purchases to invest the spare change into a diversified portfolio of exchange-traded funds. These funds are managed by reputable asset managers, providing users with exposure to a variety of investment options. In addition to this core feature, Acorns also provides services such as debit cards, personal checking accounts, investment accounts, and retirement accounts, enabling individuals to invest small amounts of money regularly. The platform aims to make investing accessible and straightforward for everyday users.

Tastemade

Series C in 2014
TasteMade, Inc. is a media company that specializes in producing and delivering content for food enthusiasts worldwide. Founded in 2012 and based in Santa Monica, California, the company offers a variety of themed shows, including video recipes and cooking programs, accessible through its YouTube channel and dedicated food channels across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. In addition to its video content, TasteMade provides a mobile application for iPhone users that facilitates the discovery, creation, and sharing of food-related videos. The company also offers online tutorials covering topics such as food photography, food styling, and video production techniques, allowing users to enhance their culinary skills and storytelling through food.

Ador

Series C in 2011
Ador, based in Seattle, is a leading provider of a social commerce platform that connects consumers aged 13 to 30 through various forms of engagement, including entertainment, shopping, content sharing, and social networking. The company has built a membership community of millions across 195 countries, rewarding its users with PTZ® (points) for their participation, such as collecting, sharing, shopping, and influencing their peers. Members can use these points to reduce prices on a wide range of products, including fashion, beauty, home decor, electronics, and entertainment available in the Ador Store. Founded by Kathy Savitt, a former technology and retail executive, Ador is backed by notable investors including Liberty Media Corporation, Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers, DAG Ventures, and Live Nation Entertainment. The company's aim is to transform how individuals discover and consume products and content through innovative social expression.

Evite

Acquisition in 2010
Evite, Inc. is an online platform that specializes in digital invitations and social event planning services, enabling users to organize celebrations for various occasions such as birthdays, weddings, and seasonal events. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Glendale, California, Evite offers a wide range of customizable invitation designs, accessible through email or text message. The platform serves over 120 million users annually, sending more than six million invitations each year. In addition to invitations, Evite allows event hosts to collect donations for their preferred nonprofits. The company has a rich history of ownership changes, having been acquired by Ticketmaster in 2001, then by IAC in 2003, followed by Liberty Media in 2010, and was most recently acquired by private investors in 2020.

PicksPal

Acquisition in 2009
PicksPal.com allows its users to compete daily in 'pick em games with points made available to them upon registering. The games vary from whether an NBA team will cover the spread on opening night to who will score first in the college football game of your choice this weekend. While the site is free and ad-supported, users can purchase pick packages from the site's best pickers through the "Genius Picks" service. Other sports sites like [YouBeQB!](http://www.crunchbase.com/organization/youbeqb) also provide fans with a new take on the fantasy sports/roto league competition model.

Sirius XM Radio

Debt Financing in 2009
Sirius XM Radio Inc. is a leading satellite radio broadcasting company that provides a wide range of audio entertainment services across the United States and Canada. Founded in 1988 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., the company offers over 150 channels of commercial-free music, live sports, news, talk shows, comedy, and entertainment. Subscribers can access content through various platforms, including vehicles, computers, smartphones, and other connected devices. Sirius XM's programming includes exclusive content featuring popular personalities and a diverse array of genres, catering to different listener preferences. The company has established partnerships with major automakers for the installation of satellite radio in vehicles and has expanded its services to include on-demand programming through SiriusXM On Demand. As a significant player in the subscription media landscape, Sirius XM continues to enhance its offerings, including its acquisition of the streaming platform Pandora, which complements its extensive audio content library.

WildBlue Communications

Private Equity Round in 2008
WildBlue Communications is a provider of high-speed satellite Internet access services in the United States. Since its establishment in 2009 as a subsidiary of ViaSat, the company has focused on delivering broadband connectivity to residential and small business customers, particularly in areas where traditional terrestrial broadband options are limited or unavailable. WildBlue's services cater to home users and small offices, ensuring that they have reliable Internet access in underserved communities.

Bodybuilding.com

Acquisition in 2008
Bodybuilding.com is a web 1.0 remnant that is primarily a fitness site with corresponding store and forums. Founded in 1999, Bodybuilding.com serves several purposes. The site offers bodybuilders information about body-building. Their bustling forums offer a convenient place for users with similar interests to discuss information pertaining to nutrition, health, and bodybuilding. Lastly, their "Megastore" allows them to "cuts out the middle man" offering users wholesale prices of nutritional products. Bodybuilding.com was acquired by Liberty Media in January 2008.

FUN Technologies

Acquisition in 2007
FUN Technologies, Inc. specializes in online and interactive casual and fantasy sports games, offering a diverse range of skill games accessible via the Internet, wireless applications, interactive television, and stand-alone kiosks. The company provides free games, cash games, competitive tournaments, and subscription services on its platform, along with co-branded game portals for lifestyle websites. In addition to gaming, FUN Technologies delivers sports fantasy solutions, including league-hosting software, real-time sports statistics, and interactive games for various media platforms. It also hosts online fantasy sports contests and offers content, strategies, and insights to both consumers and corporate partners. FUN Technologies operates Fanball.com radio and produces fantasy sports publications, providing comprehensive league management tools and live statistics. Founded in 2002 and based in Toronto, Canada, the company was previously known as CES Software plc before rebranding in 2005. As of December 2007, it functions as a subsidiary of Liberty Media Corp.

Backcountry

Funding Round in 2007
Backcountry is an online retailer that specializes in outdoor gear and apparel, catering to a diverse array of outdoor enthusiasts. The company offers a comprehensive selection of products for various activities, including hiking, skiing, snowboarding, camping, mountain biking, and climbing. Backcountry is recognized for its high-quality equipment and customer-focused service, providing essential gear such as jackets, tops, swimwear, and footwear. By prioritizing safety and comfort, Backcountry enables its customers to confidently engage in their preferred outdoor adventures.

Useful Networks

Acquisition in 2007
Useful Networks is a mobile application builder specializing in location-based applications and services. As a subsidiary of Liberty Media, the company provides a mobile location platform that enables mobile content and service providers to securely access subscriber location and presence information across various mobile networks. This technology facilitates the delivery of location and presence content, enhancing the functionality of mobile applications. Useful Networks aims to improve user engagement by leveraging location data for a variety of mobile services.

WildBlue Communications

Debt Financing in 2006
WildBlue Communications is a provider of high-speed satellite Internet access services in the United States. Since its establishment in 2009 as a subsidiary of ViaSat, the company has focused on delivering broadband connectivity to residential and small business customers, particularly in areas where traditional terrestrial broadband options are limited or unavailable. WildBlue's services cater to home users and small offices, ensuring that they have reliable Internet access in underserved communities.

Sling Media

Series B in 2006
Sling Media is a technology company that provides multi-screen smart TV solutions for consumers and television operators. It is committed to developing products and solutions that allow people to watch their home TV, including the content they already pay for, anywhere in the world, on any connected device. Sling Media has the ability to turn any Internet connected PC, Mac, phone, or tablet into a home television. The first [Slingbox](http://www.crunchbase.com/organization/slingpage) was released in 2005, and in 2007, Sling Media won a Technical Emmy Award for the [Slingbox](http://www.crunchbase.com/organization/slingpage). SlingPlayer, another product of Sling Media, was introduced for Android, iPad, and Windows smartphones in 2010. Sling Media was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in Foster City, C.A.

UnitedGlobalCom

Acquisition in 2005
UnitedGlobalCom, Inc. ("United") is the largest broadband communications provider of video, voice and data services outside the U.S. With operations in 23 countries, United's networks represent a consolidated franchise area of approximately 21.1 million homes, reach more than 16.6 million homes and businesses, and serve approximately 9.2 million basic video customers, as of June 30, 2000. In addition, as of this same date, United's telephony business represented more than 481,700 telephony access lines, approximately 261,800 high-speed Internet access subscribers, and more than 11.4 million programming subscribers. Through their state-of-the-art broadband networks they are providing today the full range of video, telephony, Internet/Data, and programming services to both the home consumer and business customer that cable television companies in the United States plan to deliver in the future. United's three significant operating subsidiaries include: United Pan-Europe Communications, N.V. ("UPC" - 51% owned), the largest pan-European broadband communications company; Austar United Communications Limited ("Austar United" - 72% owned), the fastest growing satellite, cable television and telecommunications provider in Australia and New Zealand; and VTR Global Com, S.A. ("VTR" - 100% owned), the largest cable television and competitive telephony provider in Chile. Utilizing their established and growing customer base of over 9.2 million basic video subscribers worldwide as a foundation, United is uniquely positioned to achieve their primary goal of capitalizing on the opportunity to increase revenue and cash flow through the continued rollout of new broadband services such as tiered programming, Pay-Per-View, as well as telephony and Internet/Data services.

News Corp

Funding Round in 2004
News Corp is a diversified media conglomerate with a substantial presence in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia. The company operates a variety of renowned publications, including The Wall Street Journal, Barron's, New York Post, The Times, The Sun, The Australian, Herald Sun, and The Daily Telegraph. Additionally, News Corp holds a significant stake in the Australian subscription video market through Foxtel, as well as streaming services like Kayo and Binge. The company also owns the REA Group, which leads the property listings market in Australia, and HarperCollins, one of the largest book publishers globally. Furthermore, News Corp has a prominent digital advertising business focused on real estate in the U.S., enhancing its comprehensive portfolio in media and information services.

WildBlue Communications

Venture Round in 2000
WildBlue Communications is a provider of high-speed satellite Internet access services in the United States. Since its establishment in 2009 as a subsidiary of ViaSat, the company has focused on delivering broadband connectivity to residential and small business customers, particularly in areas where traditional terrestrial broadband options are limited or unavailable. WildBlue's services cater to home users and small offices, ensuring that they have reliable Internet access in underserved communities.

Dgolpe

Venture Round in 2000
Dgolpe operates an online music download directory tailored for fans of Spanish and Portuguese music. The platform aims to transform how contemporary artists market and distribute their work by providing a multilingual directory that connects users with international artists and record labels. Dgolpe offers guides to online music in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, enabling users to discover, listen to, and obtain digital music. Additionally, it serves as a promotional platform for independent artists, facilitating the distribution of their music and enhancing their visibility in the digital landscape.

OneMediaPlace

Series E in 2000
OneMediaPlace operates an online media marketplace that facilitates business-to-business e-commerce services across various media types, including online, broadcast, television, print, and out-of-home. Founded in 1997, the company has developed a robust and scalable technical platform that is designed to handle high transaction volumes efficiently. This innovative infrastructure allows for seamless integration between buyers and sellers, making it easier for organizations to navigate the media landscape. OneMediaPlace distinguishes itself by offering a comprehensive range of services and a vast network of buying and selling organizations, positioning itself as a leader in the evolving media industry.

eVentures Group

Venture Round in 2000
eVentures Group operates and invests in internet communications companies.

WildBlue

Series B in 2000
WildBlue Communications, Inc. provides broadband Internet access to consumers and small offices in rural areas throughout the contiguous United States.

HomeGrocer.com

Series D in 1999
At HomeGrocer you'll find longtime staples, from Kellogg's to Jiffy Pop. You'll find new entries, such as Kashi cereals and Kraft Easy Mac microwavable snack packets. And when we carry a brand, we'll try to carry every flavor available: For example, you'll find all varieties and flavors of Orville Redenbacher's Gourmet Popping Corn, from Smart Pop to Pour Over Cheddar. We're also making regional favorites like El Sabroso available nationwide, and making hard-to-find specialties like Zico Pure Coconut Water a standard part of our mix. They also have an extensive selection of natural and organic products. If you haven't heard of Immaculate Baking Company or Bear Naked, let us be the first to introduce you to these earth-friendly brands and their fantastic products.

Equator Technologies

Series C in 1999
Equator Technologies, Inc. is a provider of system-on-a-chip processors for video streaming and image processing applications.
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