Valnet

Valnet Inc. is a global digital publishing and media investment Company that owns and operates over 25 authoritative brands across diverse verticals, including entertainment, sports, technology, automotive, gaming, lifestyle and travel. Valnet specializes in acquiring, operating, and growing properties that hold strategic importance in their respective markets.

Hicham Alame

Investment Partner

Past deals in Media

Polygon

Acquisition in 2025
Polygon is a video game website founded in partnership with Vox Media. Its mission is to cover games, artists who make games, the fans, and the culture surrounding them. It's built to deliver fast, comprehensive news, in-depth feature stories and reviews that bridge the gap between criticism and buying advice. The site was founded by a development team that includes product manager: Justin Glow; designers: Brent Laverty, Tate Tozer, Georgia Cowley, Warren Schultheis, Ally Palanzi; developers: Pablo Mercado, Blake Thomson, David Zhou, Dan Chilton; QA/support: Cory Williams, Luke Zimmermann; and database analysts: William Savona, Kelly Williams, Jon Santos, Michael Moore, and Yakubu Budu-Saaka in 2012. Polygon is powered by Vox Media's Chorus platform, a modern media stack built for web-native news in today’s interactive content management culture. In addition to Polygon, Vox Media provides its platform to SB Nation, The Verge, Curbed, Eater, and Racked.

Snack Media

Acquisition in 2022
Snack Media is a digital sports network based in the United Kingdom, dedicated to creating and nurturing online communities for sports enthusiasts. The company focuses on building, growing, and monetizing these communities by catering to fans' desire for authentic content, connection, and discussion. By facilitating genuine interactions among sports fans, Snack Media aids publishers and advertisers in effectively reaching passionate audiences, ensuring a valuable return on their advertising investments. With its commitment to honoring the fan experience, Snack Media has established itself as a prominent player in the sports media landscape.

Game Rant

Acquisition in 2019
Game Rant LLC, founded in 2009 and based in Ogden, Utah, is a prominent online publication dedicated to gaming news, reviews, and trailers. As a subsidiary of Valnet Inc., it has established itself as a key authority in video game journalism and culture. Game Rant offers a diverse range of content, including comprehensive game walkthroughs and breaking news about significant developments in the gaming industry. The publication is staffed by knowledgeable journalists, videographers, and analysts who are passionate about gaming, ensuring the delivery of accurate and timely information to the gaming community. Through its expert-driven approach, Game Rant aims to meet and exceed the expectations of its audience, making it a vital resource for gamers worldwide.

CBR

Acquisition in 2016
Comic Book Resources is an online platform dedicated to comic book entertainment, providing a range of content including news, columns, previews, reviews, and community resources. Founded in 1995 and based in North Hollywood, California, the platform covers diverse topics related to comic books, graphic novels, superhero films, and broader comic culture. In addition to its editorial content, Comic Book Resources offers various advertising opportunities, enabling brands to engage with its audience through sponsorships and display advertising. As of 2016, the platform operates as a subsidiary of Valnet Inc.

Screen Rant

Acquisition in 2015
Screen Rant, LLC is an online platform that specializes in providing news and information related to movies and television. Established in 2003 and based in St. Laurent, Canada, it serves as a prominent source for movie and video game news, trailers, and reviews. As a subsidiary of Valnet Inc., Screen Rant has become the most visited non-corporate-owned movie and TV news site, catering to a wide audience seeking the latest updates and insights in the entertainment industry.
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