India · Online media startup

Way2News

Way2News is India's largest hyperlocal short news app, founded in 2015 and officially launched in 2016 in Hyderabad.

Funding reportedLast round: Series B

Online mediaHyderabad, India

About Way2News

Way2News is India's largest hyperlocal short news app, founded in 2015 and officially launched in 2016 in Hyderabad.

The app delivers personalized, summarized news in eight vernacular Indian languages, reaching users across over 400 districts and more than 1.1 million villages. It aims to make new-age media inclusive by providing highly localized information to targeted communities, particularly in rural and semi-urban areas. The platform offers short, magazine-style news covering various categories such as sports, politics, business, and entertainment. Users can enjoy personalized news feeds tailored to their selected regions and language preferences. With over 20 million downloads and approximately 13 million monthly users, Way2News has established a strong presence, especially in Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu. The app serves more than 1,000 brands through its digital media space and vernacular advertising channels, making it a key player in the Indian news landscape.

What company datasets say Way2News raised

Funding, as reported

Reported in all30.8Min the source's currency
Last roundSeries B
Last round size14M
Last round dateSept 2024

The company, in detail

What they build

Known for

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Sector
Online media
Industry code
NAICS 519, 51621, 51311, SIC 7375
Region
Telangana
Revenue
5.5M a year, as listed

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