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JUNE 5, 2018

Getty Images has launched a new, custom content service in Los Angeles, called Getty STUDIO. The new effort ties together Getty's network of photographers and videographers, and specifically is aimed at helping brands in an age of "digital proliferation", according to the company. READ MORE>>.

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Both Sides of the Table

NOVEMBER 5, 2012

And investing in content companies won’t return money! Costs of product on YouTube content is literally 99% cheaper than traditional TV and; Distribution of content can now go viral and can predictably distributed via social networks. For once content is becoming like selling clothes on Gilt Groupe.

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MARCH 11, 2019

Los Angeles-based DrinkTV says it has launched a new, streaming channel focused solely on cocktails, beer, spirits, and travel, which it will offer only through its own website, as well as Roku, AppleTV, iOS and Android. According to the new channel, it will offer up its content for $2.99 a month or $29.99 READ MORE>>.

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NOVEMBER 2, 2018

Los Angeles-based streaming television provider Hulu said this week that it has added two new "add-ons" for its Live TV subscribers, including both a new set of Spanish channels, as well as new Entertainment content. Hulu also said it will be launching Discovery Networks on Hulu with Live TV later this year.

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APRIL 5, 2013

Culver City-based Fullscreen , which operates a multi-channel youTube network, and is led by George Strompolos (formerly of YouTube/Google), has raised $30M in a new round of funding, according to reports today. fullscreen entertainment youtube network venture capital content studio hollywood' READ MORE>>.

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TechCrunch LA

MAY 21, 2019

For over 100 years entrepreneurs have come to Hollywood to try their luck in the dream factory and build an empire in the business of storytelling. Propelled by new technologies, new businessmen have been landing in Los Angeles since the invention of the nickelodeon to create a studio that would dominate popular entertainment.

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APRIL 23, 2013

It''s increasing a world where online video distribution channels (YouTube, Hulu) are more important than the old-fashioned broadcast and cable television -- and where online video channels are helping to pave and define a new way of reaching audiences and pioneering content. TasteMade is backed by Redpoint Ventures, and announced $5.3M

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OCTOBER 9, 2014

Los Angeles-based Raw Science , a new startup in the content area, said that it has launched a new online network aimed at content in the areas of science and technology. rawscience science content hollywood video streaming technology film scientific technological' READ MORE>>.

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JANUARY 29, 2016

Los Angeles-based Naritiv , a new startup developing a network of content creators for Snapchat, has raised $3M in a funding round, the company said Thursday. The startup--founded by Dan Altmann and Eric Posen--says it is enabling the creation of mobile-first content for Snapchat and other social network platforms.

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OCTOBER 8, 2015

Los Angeles-based Pluto TV , which is developing an online Internet TV platform aimed at curating live TV entertainment for Internet users, said Wednesday afternoon that it has signed up a roster of over 20 new content partners fro the service. READ MORE>>.

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SoCal CTO

JANUARY 20, 2009

I'm happy to announce the launch of the Los Angeles Tech Content Community. This is the beginning of a content community that collects and organizes the best content from blogs and web sites. To be clear Los Angeles Tech is a jump off point. To be clear Los Angeles Tech is a jump off point.

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FEBRUARY 14, 2014

Los Angeles-based Jukin Media , a company which says it discovers, acquires, and distributes viral videos, has tapped technology veteran Lee Essner as the company''s new President and Chief Operating Officer. president executive content hollywood licensing video viral essner media jukin' READ MORE>>.

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MARCH 2, 2017

Los Angeles-based Cinedigm and The WHAM Network said on Wednesday that the two are launching a brand new, streaming network specifically focused on eSports and gaming. Financial details of the deal between Cinedigm and WHAM were not announced. READ MORE>>.

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AUGUST 8, 2017

Los Angeles-based TYT Network , the online news empire run by Cenk Uygur, said this morning that it has raised $20M in a round of funding, to expand the company's management, creative talent, subscription offerings, marketing, and content and community.

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JUNE 2, 2010

Los Angeles-based Grind Networks , which develops online comedy programming, is powering a new comedy channel on MSN called theBubble. According to MSN, the new site will highlight online comedy alongside MSN's original programming, and was the result of a partnership with Grind Networks.

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DECEMBER 12, 2012

MiT , a Los Angeles-based YouTube network focused on Latino content, said today that it has closed a round of funding. The firm, which is led by Doug Greiff, Beatriz Acevedo, and Roy Burstin, said it has a network of more than 350 channels reaching a subscriber base exceeding 2.3 READ MORE>>.

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AUGUST 15, 2017

Los Angeles-based social networking site Grindr , which serves the "gay, bi, curious and queer" market, is launching a new online, digital magazine called INTO today. According to Grindr, the new digital magazine is looking to fill a gap in the media landscape, with content that appeals to young, LGBTQ+ millennials.

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JULY 9, 2015

Los Angeles-based Zealot Networks , the startup led by Danny Zappin which connects creators and influencers with brands, has acquired viral content site ViralNova. Financial terms of the buy were not disclosed, but the price was reportedly around $100M.

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MARCH 7, 2014

Los Angeles-based online content developer Machinima said Thursday that it has laid off 42 people at the company, all from its sales force, as the company continues to struggle with low ad rates and the large chunk of revenues that are claimed by Google from multi-channel networks. READ MORE>>.

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JULY 24, 2014

Los Angeles-based multichannel content network Fullscreen is in the midst of selling itself to Otter Media , the joint venture between AT&T and The Chernin Group, according to reports. fullscreen otter media chernin group hollywood youtube network video merger acquisition rumor' READ MORE>>.

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APRIL 30, 2014

Social networking site MovieLaLa --which focuses on upcoming movies--said Tuesday that it has raised an angel investment from Salesforce.com founder Marc Benioff. The startup''s angels include a number of folks from the Silicon Beach content world, including Allen DeBevoise, Jim Moloshok, and others. READ MORE>>.

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MAY 21, 2014

Are you a content creator for the web? It turns out, nowadays, creating the content is only a small part of your job description The most successful YouTubers, studios, brands and agencies today are intensely focused on using social media to engage with fans, get that content out there, and grow their audience.

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JUNE 17, 2020

Imagine Impact , the entertainment accelerator launched by Brian Grazer and Ron Howard to try and bring Silicon Valley-style mentorship and project development techniques to Hollywood, has inked a development deal with Netflix and is looking for submissions. The companies did not disclose the financial terms of the agreement.

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JUNE 21, 2017

The Los Angeles area studio, Larsen Studios which is at the center of the unauthorized release of episodes of Orange Is The New Black , has detailed how an old version of Windows as behind a massive breach of its network. The hackers also apparently got away with other content from Netflix, ABC, CBS and Disney.

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MARCH 11, 2014

There''s no better way than post thousands of pieces of content online and see what happens -- and realize that the tools weren''t there to truly figure out what was happening. We had gone out to all of the Hollywood studios, and licensed clip content, short segments of filmed. Plus, they''ve invested in Los Angeles.

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NOVEMBER 11, 2014

Los Angeles-based Machinima said Monday that it has rolled out a new brand identity and tagline, as part of an effort to appeal to the "passion and aspiration" of its audience. machinima rebranding youtube network content millenial gaming culture hollywood' READ MORE>>.

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MAY 2, 2018

Los Angeles-based OTOY , which provides cloud-based, graphics rendering services, has jumped into the world of Blockchain, saying that it has launched a new Ethereum-based token called RNDR. OTOY said the advisory board for RNDR includes Hollywood director and producer J.J.

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JUNE 18, 2014

Los Angeles-based viral video entertainment network Jukin Media is continuing to build out its executive team, saying today that it has named Jerry Boonstra as its new Chief Technology Officer, and Theresa Tran as its new Head of Product. jukin media viral video youtube content hollywood videos executive frequency cnet'

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MAY 22, 2013

Los Angeles-based YouTube network Fullscreen has bolstered its team--and media credibility--with a new hire, the company said Wednesday. fullscreen media entertainment youtube network content hollywood executive' READ MORE>>.

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OCTOBER 17, 2013

Los Angeles-based television streaming site Hulu said Thursday that it has named Mike Hopkins as its new CEO. Hopkins was formerly the distribution president of Fox Networks. hulu executive streaming television content hollywood' Hopkins replaces acting CEO Andy Forssell, who is leaving Hulu. READ MORE>>.

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2013

Los Angeles-based AEG Digital Media , a provider of online broadcast services, said late last night that it has rolled out a new product which uses Amazon Web Services to provide cloud-based, video transport and ingest. digital media cloud video broadcast amazon services broadcaster television content hollywood'

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JULY 17, 2013

Los Angeles-based online entertainment site HitFix , which is headed by Jen Sargent, is in a new deal today which will bring the company''s entertainment news to theaters. HitFix and NCM Media Networks, which provides integrated media to consumers in U.S. Financial details of the deal were not announced. READ MORE>>.

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MAY 30, 2013

Online video advertising firm TubeMogul , which has operations in Los Angeles, said today that it has raised $10M in the second tranche of its Series C funding. tubemogul venture capital video advertising network content hollywood' TubeMogul said the new investment will go towards expansion of its services in Asia.

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NOVEMBER 13, 2014

Los Angeles-based comedy website Funny or Die --started by Will Ferrell--is looking for a buyer, according to reports this week from Bloomberg. funnyordie funny will ferrell comedy content youtube hollywood merger acquisition investment banker' Funny or Die has hired financial advisor Moelis & Co. READ MORE>>.

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2016

Santa Monica-based virtual reality content developre Jaunt , and Santa Monica-based online food and travel lifestyle content provider Tastemade said today that the two have tied together for a new, virtual-reality trip through Los Angeles, featuring Ryan Seacrest and Conan O'Brien, along with a host of others.

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SEPTEMBER 18, 2013

Los Angeles-based YouTube network Machinima announced Wednesday afternoon that it has laid off 10 percent of its employees, or 22 employees out of a current staff of 206, as part of a shift in its programming plans. machinima venture capital content youtube network hollywood layoff jobs employment'

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JULY 9, 2013

Los Angeles-based YouTube network Fullscreen , which was created by former YouTube executive George Strompolos, has launched a brand new product today, aimed at providing analytics and other information to video creators. fullscreen network video search engine optimization content hollywood' READ MORE>>.

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