# Top 50 Media Startups in the United States by Funding (2026)

> The 50 best-funded media startups in the United States, ranked by total funding raised: $12B combined.

Source: https://millionrounds.com/top-lists/media-startups-united-states (Millionrounds; every figure on the page links to its filing or article)

- 1 [**Trump Media & Technology Group** Trump Media & Technology Group provides digital media and technology products focused on online communication and content distribution.](https://millionrounds.com/company/trump-media-and-technology-group) Trump Media & Technology Group provides digital media and technology products focused on online communication and content distribution. *Founded* 2021 Sarasota, United States **$1.5B** last round May 2025
- 2 [**Fal** fal.ai is a developer-first generative media platform and cloud infrastructure provider based in San Francisco, California.](https://millionrounds.com/company/fal) fal.ai is a developer-first generative media platform and cloud infrastructure provider based in San Francisco, California. *Founded* 2020 San Francisco, United States **$1.4B** last round Nov 2026
- 3 [**Hudson Pacific Properties** Hudson Pacific Properties is a full-service, vertically integrated real estate company focused on owning.](https://millionrounds.com/company/hudson-pacific-properties) Hudson Pacific Properties is a full-service, vertically integrated real estate company focused on owning. *Founded* 2009 Los Angeles, United States **$795M** last round Sept 2025
- 4 [**Cologix** Cologix operates 3 Central Ohio enterprise-grade data centers offering the densest interconnectivity in the region & the only regional data center to offer acce](https://millionrounds.com/company/cologix) Cologix operates 3 Central Ohio enterprise-grade data centers offering the densest interconnectivity in the region & the only regional data center to offer acce *Founded* 2010 Denver, United States **$676M** last round Mar 2026
- 5 [**TON Strategy Company** TON Strategy Company specializes in business-focused interactive video webinars, CRM, sales, and marketing applications.](https://millionrounds.com/company/ton-strategy-company) TON Strategy Company specializes in business-focused interactive video webinars, CRM, sales, and marketing applications. *Founded* 2012 Newport Beach, United States **$558M** last round Aug 2025
- 6 [**WP Engine** Global web enablement company providing premium WordPress products and solutions](https://millionrounds.com/company/wp-engine) Global web enablement company providing premium WordPress products and solutions *Founded* 2010 Austin, United States **$539M** last round Jan 2018
- 7 [**Rightsline** Rightsline is a global SaaS platform that specializes in rights and royalties management software.](https://millionrounds.com/company/rightsline) Rightsline is a global SaaS platform that specializes in rights and royalties management software. *Founded* 2012 El Segundo, United States **$500M** last round May 2026
- 8 [**Scopely** DIGIT, a Scopely Studio, is an international team of talented and experienced game makers, creating truly unique multiplayer strategy games.](https://millionrounds.com/company/scopely) DIGIT, a Scopely Studio, is an international team of talented and experienced game makers, creating truly unique multiplayer strategy games. *Founded* - Dublin, United States **$459M** last round Oct 2021
- 9 [**Create Music Group** Create Music Group is a music and media technology company](https://millionrounds.com/company/create-music-group) Create Music Group is a music and media technology company *Founded* 2015 Hollywood, United States **$450M** last round Mar 2026
- 10 [**RetailMeNot** RetailMeNot is a marketplace for online coupons and deals that operates a portfolio of coupon and deal websites.](https://millionrounds.com/company/retailmenot) RetailMeNot is a marketplace for online coupons and deals that operates a portfolio of coupon and deal websites. *Founded* 2007 Austin, United States **$300M** last round Nov 2011
- 11 [**Caffeine** Caffeine was a social broadcasting platform founded in 2016 by Ben Keighran and Sam Roberts, based in San Francisco, California.](https://millionrounds.com/company/caffeine) Caffeine was a social broadcasting platform founded in 2016 by Ben Keighran and Sam Roberts, based in San Francisco, California. *Founded* 2016 San Francisco, United States **$259M** last round Jul 2020
- 12 [**Stem Disintermedia** Stem Disintermedia helps creators, artists, and musicians collect digital revenue and enables them to track and share their earnings.](https://millionrounds.com/company/stem-disintermedia) Stem Disintermedia helps creators, artists, and musicians collect digital revenue and enables them to track and share their earnings. *Founded* 2015 Los Angeles, United States **$250M** last round Jul 2023
- 13 [**TelevisaUnivision** TelevisaUnivision is a Mexican-American media company which owns the American Spanish language broadcast network Univision.](https://millionrounds.com/company/televisaunivision) TelevisaUnivision is a Mexican-American media company which owns the American Spanish language broadcast network Univision. *Founded* 1973 Miami, United States **$241M** last round Jan 2024
- 14 [**Pika** Pika is a machine that cleans reusable diapers in one step.](https://millionrounds.com/company/pika) Pika is a machine that cleans reusable diapers in one step. *Founded* 2019 United States **$216M** last round Oct 2026
- 15 [**gamma** Optimización de Negocios.](https://millionrounds.com/company/gamma) Optimización de Negocios. *Founded* 2017 Marbella, United States **$180M** last round Nov 2025
- 16 [**Purch** Purch is a digital publishing and marketplace platform that connects buyers and sellers through detailed product reviews, comparisons, and advanced publisher technology.](https://millionrounds.com/company/purch) Purch is a digital publishing and marketplace platform that connects buyers and sellers through detailed product reviews, comparisons, and advanced publisher technology. *Founded* 2003 New York, United States **$176M** last round Jun 2015
- 17 [**CuriosityStream** Curiosity Stream has thousands of documentaries that enlighten, entertain & inspire.](https://millionrounds.com/company/curiositystream) Curiosity Stream has thousands of documentaries that enlighten, entertain & inspire. *Founded* 2015 Silver Spring, United States **$165M** last round Aug 2025
- 18 [**Livescribe** Our mission is to enhance our customers' business by providing the very highest quality training, information and support services possible.](https://millionrounds.com/company/livescribe) Our mission is to enhance our customers' business by providing the very highest quality training, information and support services possible. *Founded* 2007 United States **$160M** last round Nov 2012
- 19 [**ManyChat** Manychat helps businesses do marketing, sales and support through Facebook Messenger.](https://millionrounds.com/company/manychat) Manychat helps businesses do marketing, sales and support through Facebook Messenger. *Founded* 2015 San Francisco, United States **$158M** last round Apr 2025
- 20 [**Loudeye** Loudeye provides digital media services that facilitate the distribution of media and entertainment for mobile and consumer electronics.](https://millionrounds.com/company/loudeye) Loudeye provides digital media services that facilitate the distribution of media and entertainment for mobile and consumer electronics. *Founded* 1997 United States **$144M** last round Aug 2006
- 21 [**NextVR** NextVR is a technology company that captures and delivers live and on-demand virtual reality experiences.](https://millionrounds.com/company/nextvr) NextVR is a technology company that captures and delivers live and on-demand virtual reality experiences. *Founded* 2009 United States **$116M** last round Aug 2016
- 22 [**Substack** Substack is a subscription-based publishing platform founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, California.](https://millionrounds.com/company/substack) Substack is a subscription-based publishing platform founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. *Founded* 2017 San Francisco, United States **$115M** last round Jan 2026
- 23 [**Genvid Technologies** Genvid Technologies is a software company that provides interactive livestreaming technologies and services for MILEs.](https://millionrounds.com/company/genvid-technologies) Genvid Technologies is a software company that provides interactive livestreaming technologies and services for MILEs. *Founded* 2016 New York, United States **$115M** last round Jul 2021
- 24 [**Yotpo** Yotpo is a leading eCommerce retention marketing platform that helps brands foster trust, loyalty, and long-term customer relationships.](https://millionrounds.com/company/yotpo) Yotpo is a leading eCommerce retention marketing platform that helps brands foster trust, loyalty, and long-term customer relationships. *Founded* 2011 New York, United States **$103M** last round Sept 2021
- 25 [**Macro** Macro is a marketing agency that offers communication strategies, advertising, brand marketing, and visual design services.](https://millionrounds.com/company/macro) Macro is a marketing agency that offers communication strategies, advertising, brand marketing, and visual design services. *Founded* 2022 United States **$102M** last round Nov 2024
- 26 [**VapePicks** VapePicks is an independent vape review site for adult nicotine users, real-world testing on battery, leaks, draw, and reliability.](https://millionrounds.com/company/vapepicks) VapePicks is an independent vape review site for adult nicotine users, real-world testing on battery, leaks, draw, and reliability. *Founded* - Denver, United States **$100M** last round Dec 2024
- 27 [**Cosm** Cosm is an American sports and entertainment technology company that specializes in immersive experiences through its large-format "Shared Reality" venues.](https://millionrounds.com/company/cosm) Cosm is an American sports and entertainment technology company that specializes in immersive experiences through its large-format "Shared Reality" venues. *Founded* 2020 Los Angeles, United States **$100M** last round Jun 2026
- 28 [**CurtCo Media Group** CurtCo Media is a new podcast network.](https://millionrounds.com/company/curtco-media-group) CurtCo Media is a new podcast network. *Founded* 1976 Malibu, United States **$100M** last round May 2003
- 29 [**Group Nine** Group Nine is a full-service marketing, advertising and public relations agency.](https://millionrounds.com/company/group-nine) Group Nine is a full-service marketing, advertising and public relations agency. *Founded* 1999 Louisville, United States **$100M** last round Oct 2016
- 30 [**Getty Images** Líder regional en producción y distribución de imágenes, video y música para el mercado publicitario y editorial de Latinoamérica y el Mundo.](https://millionrounds.com/company/getty-images) Líder regional en producción y distribución de imágenes, video y música para el mercado publicitario y editorial de Latinoamérica y el Mundo. *Founded* 2009 Latinoamérica, United States **$100M** last round Feb 2019
- 31 [**Fable**](https://millionrounds.com/company/fable) *Founded* - United States **$100M** last round May 2025
- 32 [**Jaunt** Jaunt transforms iconic cars into electric vehicles.](https://millionrounds.com/company/jaunt) Jaunt transforms iconic cars into electric vehicles. *Founded* 2018 Scoresby, United States **$100M** last round Jul 2016
- 33 [**Tout** Tout was a San Francisco-based social video and online video advertising company founded in 2010.](https://millionrounds.com/company/tout) Tout was a San Francisco-based social video and online video advertising company founded in 2010. *Founded* 2010 San Francisco, United States **$92M** last round Jan 2020
- 34 [**Ensequence** Ensequence was a technology company founded in 2000 that specialized in interactive television (iTV) solutions.](https://millionrounds.com/company/ensequence) Ensequence was a technology company founded in 2000 that specialized in interactive television (iTV) solutions. *Founded* 2000 Portland, United States **$86M** last round May 2012
- 35 [**CreatorFi** CreatorFi is a financial technology company that specializes in providing embedded financing solutions for digital creators.](https://millionrounds.com/company/creatorfi) CreatorFi is a financial technology company that specializes in providing embedded financing solutions for digital creators. *Founded* 2021 New York, United States **$85M** last round Sept 2026
- 36 [**TMRW Sports** TMRW Sports, founded in 2021 by golf legends Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy, along with CEO Mike McCarley, is a sports technology and media company based in Winte](https://millionrounds.com/company/tmrw-sports) TMRW Sports, founded in 2021 by golf legends Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy, along with CEO Mike McCarley, is a sports technology and media company based in Winte *Founded* 2021 Winter Park, United States **$83M** last round Sept 2026
- 37 [**Pluto TV** Pluto TV is the leading free streaming television service in America.](https://millionrounds.com/company/pluto-tv) Pluto TV is the leading free streaming television service in America. *Founded* 2013 West Hollywood, United States **$82M** last round Oct 2017
- 38 [**Brut**](https://millionrounds.com/company/brut) *Founded* - United States **$80M** last round Apr 2023
- 39 [**Light** Light is a depth-sensing and perception technology company that provides automation solutions for automobiles.](https://millionrounds.com/company/light) Light is a depth-sensing and perception technology company that provides automation solutions for automobiles. *Founded* 2013 Redwood City, United States **$80M** last round Sept 2026
- 40 [**YuMe** Yume is een onafhankelijk adviesbureau en helpt organisaties bij het maken van de juiste digitale oplossingen.](https://millionrounds.com/company/yume) Yume is een onafhankelijk adviesbureau en helpt organisaties bij het maken van de juiste digitale oplossingen. *Founded* 2013 Amsterdam, United States **$76M** last round May 2012
- 41 [**Atmosphere** Atmosphere is a full-service, Webby Award-winning digital agency specializing in digital marketing and technical strategy, responsive websites, web and mobile a](https://millionrounds.com/company/atmosphere) Atmosphere is a full-service, Webby Award-winning digital agency specializing in digital marketing and technical strategy, responsive websites, web and mobile a *Founded* 2004 Reston, United States **$73M** last round May 2025
- 42 [**Buzz Media** Buzzmedia is an entertainment publisher focused on pop culture, music, and celebrity content.](https://millionrounds.com/company/buzz-media) Buzzmedia is an entertainment publisher focused on pop culture, music, and celebrity content. *Founded* 2003 United States **$72M** last round Jul 2011
- 43 [**The FeedRoom** The FeedRoom provides online video communications, streaming and digital asset management services.](https://millionrounds.com/company/the-feedroom) The FeedRoom provides online video communications, streaming and digital asset management services. *Founded* 1999 New York, United States **$69M** last round Jul 2008
- 44 [**T-REX** Trex Company is the world's largest manufacturer of high-performance wood-alternative decking and railing.](https://millionrounds.com/company/t-rex) Trex Company is the world's largest manufacturer of high-performance wood-alternative decking and railing. *Founded* 1996 Winchester, United States **$67M** last round May 2025
- 45 [**Semafor** Semafor is a global news media company based in New York, founded in 2022 by Justin B.](https://millionrounds.com/company/semafor) Semafor is a global news media company based in New York, founded in 2022 by Justin B. *Founded* 2022 Washington, United States **$64M** last round Dec 2025
- 46 [**ContextWeb** ContextWeb was a digital media and advertising technology company based in New York, founded in 2000.](https://millionrounds.com/company/contextweb) ContextWeb was a digital media and advertising technology company based in New York, founded in 2000. *Founded* 2000 New York, United States **$64M** last round Sept 2011
- 47 [**SpinMedia Group** SpinMedia is a digital media company providing customized marketing and advertising solutions for branded properties.](https://millionrounds.com/company/spinmedia-group) SpinMedia is a digital media company providing customized marketing and advertising solutions for branded properties. *Founded* 2005 Los Angeles, United States **$61M** last round Sept 2014
- 48 [**YUPPTV** YUPPTV is an online platform providing access to TV channels and magazines of various languages.](https://millionrounds.com/company/yupptv) YUPPTV is an online platform providing access to TV channels and magazines of various languages. *Founded* 2008 Atlanta, United States **$58M** last round Oct 2016
- 49 [**Business Insider** Business Insider is an online platform that offers the latest business, celebrity, and technology news.](https://millionrounds.com/company/business-insider) Business Insider is an online platform that offers the latest business, celebrity, and technology news. *Founded* 2007 New York, United States **$56M** last round Jan 2015
- 50 [**Big Shot Pictures** Big Shot Pictures is an animation and live-action production company that combines storytelling expertise with cutting-edge technology.](https://millionrounds.com/company/big-shot-pictures) Big Shot Pictures is an animation and live-action production company that combines storytelling expertise with cutting-edge technology. *Founded* - Los Angeles, United States **$56M** last round Jan 2026

**Total funding** how the list is ranked

**15 November 2026** updated nightly

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