North Base Media

North Base Media is a venture capital investment firm based in Chevy Chase, Maryland, founded in 2013. The firm specializes in investing in the digital media sector, having pioneered global digital-media investing over the past decade. It has backed successful companies such as IDN Media in Indonesia, Pocket Aces in India, TheNewsLens in Taiwan, and Capital Digital in Mexico. North Base Media's first venture fund, launched in 2015, is recognized for its strong performance, consistently ranking in the top quartile of media and global venture funds. The firm was co-founded by Marcus Brauchli, a former top editor at The Washington Post and The Wall Street Journal, and Sasa Vucinic, the former CEO of the Media Development Investment Fund. Stuart Karle serves as the general counsel, bringing experience from his previous roles as COO of Reuters and General Counsel of The Wall Street Journal.

Marcus Brauchli

Co-Founder, Managing Partner

Past deals in News

DealStreetAsia

Seed Round in 2018
DealStreetAsia, established in May 2014 and launched in October of the same year, serves as a news and intelligence platform focused on the Asian investment landscape. Based in Singapore, it provides crucial insights into investment activities, including mergers, acquisitions, private equity, and venture capital, across the ASEAN region and beyond. The platform is designed to meet the growing demand for investment-related information in Asia's diverse and dynamic markets. To achieve this, DealStreetAsia has developed a robust network of correspondents throughout countries such as Indonesia, the Philippines, Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, and India, who monitor and report on local deals and economic trends. Founded by Joji Thomas Philip, the platform emphasizes the importance of timely and accurate information in shaping the future of business in Asia. With a dedicated team of journalists, DealStreetAsia covers a wide range of enterprises, from startups to large corporations, highlighting their roles in the region's rapid economic evolution.

The News Lens

Series C in 2018
The News Lens is an independent media for Chinese readers. The company aims to be a platform where a wide range of Chinese readers can engage in informed debates about important news, social, and political issues. The News Lens was established in August 2013.

Gremi Media

Post in 2017
Gremi Media S.A. is a Polish media company focused on the business, finance, and legal sectors. It publishes several notable publications, including Rzeczpospolita, an economic and legal daily newspaper, and Gazeta Gieldy i Inwestorów "Parkiet," which caters to the stock exchange and capital market. The company also produces Uwazam Rze Historia, a monthly magazine that explores historical facts and figures. In addition to print media, Gremi Media operates various online platforms, such as rp.pl for business and legal news, parkiet.com for investment information, and historia.uwazamrze.pl for historical content. The company also runs eKiosk, a digital newsstand offering electronic versions of newspapers and magazines. Beyond publishing, Gremi Media provides legal services and organizes conferences, debates, and training sessions covering a range of topics, including finance, law, and management. Based in Warsaw, Poland, Gremi Media aims to deliver specialized content and facilitate networking within the industry.

NewsBytes

Seed Round in 2017
NewsBytes is an innovative media technology company based in Ghaziabad, India, that operates a digital platform designed to streamline news consumption. By utilizing an AI-powered engine, NewsBytes produces high-quality content in multiple languages with minimal human intervention, addressing the challenges of information overload in the media market. The platform presents news in a timeline format, allowing users to access both current events and historical stories efficiently. NewsBytes functions as both a consumer-facing media platform and a B2B technology provider, offering its content creation technology to other companies through licensing agreements. This dual approach enables NewsBytes to cater to a diverse audience while enhancing content production capabilities across various media formats.

The News Lens

Series B in 2017
The News Lens is an independent media for Chinese readers. The company aims to be a platform where a wide range of Chinese readers can engage in informed debates about important news, social, and political issues. The News Lens was established in August 2013.

Duta

Series A in 2017
Duta is an emerging international media company based in Silicon Valley and Chennai, known for its rapid growth in India. It serves millions of subscribers worldwide by delivering breaking news, sports updates, entertainment content, and devotional material through popular mobile messaging applications such as WhatsApp and Telegram. Duta's platform is designed to facilitate easy access to a wide range of information and services, enabling users to stay informed effortlessly. The company benefits from significant venture capital backing and boasts a leadership team of seasoned tech entrepreneurs. With newsrooms located in the USA, India, and Spain, Duta is well-positioned to cater to a global audience.

STEP Group

Series A in 2017
STEP Group is a leading digital and new media company in the Middle East with a house of modern news and entertainment brands.

Funcastic

Seed Round in 2016
Funcastic claims to be India’s first branded mobile podcast aggregator and allows users to listen to the content of their choice via the app.

Planet GoGo

Seed Round in 2015
Planet GoGo is a developer of a content aggregation application that transforms the lock screens of Android phones into personalized content hubs. The app delivers a variety of engaging content, including news, humor, and deals, while rewarding users with Talktime for reading stories. Additionally, it features an easy recharge mechanism for user convenience. Founded by a team of experienced entrepreneurs with backgrounds in mobile technology, content creation, and advertising, Planet GoGo seeks to enhance user engagement by providing tailored experiences directly on their devices.

Duta

Convertible Note in 2015
Duta is an emerging international media company based in Silicon Valley and Chennai, known for its rapid growth in India. It serves millions of subscribers worldwide by delivering breaking news, sports updates, entertainment content, and devotional material through popular mobile messaging applications such as WhatsApp and Telegram. Duta's platform is designed to facilitate easy access to a wide range of information and services, enabling users to stay informed effortlessly. The company benefits from significant venture capital backing and boasts a leadership team of seasoned tech entrepreneurs. With newsrooms located in the USA, India, and Spain, Duta is well-positioned to cater to a global audience.

The News Lens

Series A in 2015
The News Lens is an independent media for Chinese readers. The company aims to be a platform where a wide range of Chinese readers can engage in informed debates about important news, social, and political issues. The News Lens was established in August 2013.

Rappler

Series A in 2015
Rappler, Inc. is a social news network based in Pasig, Philippines, founded in 2012. The platform aims to inspire community engagement and drive social change by publishing impactful news stories. It combines journalism with technology, fostering a space for discussions and collaboration among its audience. A notable feature of Rappler is its "mood meter," which analyzes reader reactions to content, allowing for a deeper understanding of public sentiment on various issues. As a subsidiary of The Adobo Chronicles, Rappler is committed to providing uncompromised journalism that encourages informed conversations and promotes a desire for change within the community.

News Deeply

Seed Round in 2015
News Deeply, Inc. is a media and technology company based in New York that focuses on creating online platforms and projects centered around news, live events, and community engagement. Established in 2012, the company specializes in developing user-centric resources that facilitate public participation and enhance understanding of complex global issues. Through its innovative network of theme-driven information platforms, News Deeply brings together engaged audiences and thought leaders. The company also produces educational content for teachers in the United States and collaborates with think tanks, institutions, and private sector partners on custom projects. One of its notable initiatives is Syria Deeply, an independent digital media project that examines the narrative surrounding global crises.

Inkl

Seed Round in 2014
Inkl is a subscription-based news application that provides users with ad-free access to curated world news from top publishers, including the Wall Street Journal, Financial Times, Economist, and Washington Post. The platform aims to create an efficient news experience by eliminating paywalls, clickbait, and advertisements. Inkl caters to individuals who seek to stay informed about global events without the need to visit multiple news sites or manage various subscriptions. The application features a clean interface that allows readers to easily view the latest news, save preferred stories, and receive updates on diverse topics.

El Cambur

Seed Round in 2014
El Cambur is a digital media and services enterprise based in Monagas, Venezuela, focused on providing quality information that addresses the political center, often overlooked by mainstream media. The company specializes in delivering content in various formats, including text, infographics, and videos, aimed at fostering informed debate and discussion on political and social issues. By presenting essential reading materials that incorporate data, graphics, and audiovisual elements, El Cambur seeks to create a platform that not only informs but also proposes solutions and products related to communication and political sociology. Through its commitment to clarity and accessibility, El Cambur aims to engage its audience with relevant and impactful content.

El Meme

Seed Round in 2014
El Meme is a news and entertainment outlet based in Argentina, established in 2014. The platform focuses on identifying and monitoring trends to provide insights into global events and their relevance to its audience. It boasts a vibrant community of over 10,000 digital creatives, including writers, filmmakers, and communication professionals. Each month, El Meme reaches an audience of more than 30 million young millennials across the United States, Mexico, Colombia, Chile, and Argentina. The company specializes in digital content production, offering services such as content marketing and native advertising, along with targeted audience distribution through programmatic buying and social media strategies.
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