Metacafe is one of the world’s largest video sites, attracting more than 25 million unique viewers each month (comScore Media Metrix). We specialize in short-form original content – from new, emerging talents and established Hollywood heavyweights alike. We’re committed to delivering an exceptional entertainment experience, and we do so by engaging and empowering our audience every step of the way.
Financials
| Date | Type | Amount | Investors | Valuation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/01/06 | Series B | 15M | AT&T, Austin Ventures | Unknown |
| 03/31/07 | Series E | 2.9M | Kuv Capital, T-Online Venture Fund, Israel Adir, Doron Dovrat | Unknown |
| 08/01/07 | Series C | 30M | Magma Venture Partners, Ron Zuckerman, Sarofim Fayez and Co., Thorner Ventures | Unknown |
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People
Scott Bushman (VP Business Development)
Nissam Romano (Sr. Developer)
Alexander Bandel (systems engineer)
David Rice (VP Product)
Allyson Campa (VP Marketing)
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News
Ailing Metacafe acquired by a Hollywood agency specializing in YouTube stars
June 14, 2012 4:22 pm
We’re hearing that Metacafe, the not-quite-as-successful-as-YouTube video site, has been bought by The Collective, a full-service entertainment management company in… Continue reading ⟩
Microsoft acquires video search startup VideoSurf for $70M
November 22, 2011 3:30 pm
Microsoft has acquired video search startup VideoSurf for an undisclosed amount, reports Israeli business news site Globes. A handful of… Continue reading ⟩
Facebook debuts ‘Lifestyle Apps’ for cooking, exercising and way more
September 22, 2011 7:14 pm
Facebook today showed off its new Lifestyle Apps, a set of applications for the social network that allow users to… Continue reading ⟩