# NowThis: Online media, New York, United States

> NowThis: NowThis is a digital media and social video publisher founded in 2012 and based in New York City. Based in New York, United States. Founded 2012.

Source: https://millionrounds.com/startup/nowthis (Millionrounds; every figure on the page links to its filing or article)

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# NowThis

NowThis is a digital media and social video publisher founded in 2012 and based in New York City.

Funding reported Last round: Series D

Online media New York, United States

Company summary

- **Founded:** 2012 14 years old
- **Team:** 120 51 to 200 people
- **Funding reported:** $27M in dollars
- **Last round:** Series D Dec 2015

How sure we are

- ✓ **Listed** We know it exists and what it does
- 2 **Funding reported** A company dataset reports a raise
- 3 **Observed** A filing or a dated announcement confirms a round

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## About NowThis

NowThis is a digital media and social video publisher founded in 2012 and based in New York City.

The company specializes in producing short-form, platform-native news and entertainment videos aimed at younger audiences, particularly Gen Z and millennials. It is recognized as a leading social news publisher, focusing on engaging storytelling through mobile-first and social-first content. NowThis creates a variety of content, including social video news production, original programming, live broadcasts, and on-demand video. Its channels cover diverse topics such as news, politics, entertainment, health, sports, and more, all designed for easy consumption on social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, Twitter/X, and YouTube. The company collaborates with brands to develop advertising partnerships that resonate with its youthful audience, making it a go-to source for brands looking to engage younger viewers.

## What company datasets say NowThis raised

Funding, as reported

Reported in all **$27M** in dollars

Last round **Series D**

Last round size **$16M**

Last round date **Dec 2015**

## The company, in detail

What they build

Known for

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- **Sector:** Online media
- **Industry code:** NAICS 51621, 512110
- **Region:** New York

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