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Blinkist

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Enables users to read the most important insights from non-fiction books in 15 minutes

Berlin, GermanyFounded 2012Edtech
Valuation $100–250M Last recorded · 2018
Revenue $10–50M Latest reported FY
Headcount 100–500 Current team size
Total funding $10–50M Disclosed equity funding
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About Blinkist

Blinkist is a digital service that provides summaries of nonfiction books, catering to busy professionals and lifelong learners. Operating in the digital content market, Blinkist offers a subscription-based model where users can access concise summaries of over 4,500 nonfiction titles, spanning topics such as psychology, management, philosophy, and mindfulness. The company generates revenue through monthly and annual subscription fees, as well as through various commission schemes for sign-ups and sales. Blinkist's platform is accessible via a browser-based app and native apps for iOS, Android, and Kindle, ensuring high retention and long-term revenue. By offering curated book recommendations and key insights in a mobile-friendly format, Blinkist helps users integrate fresh and relevant ideas into their daily lives.

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At a glance

Founded
2012
Headquarters
Berlin, Germany
Sector
Edtech
Power Law
Colt$25–100M revenue

Investors

4 investors on the cap table

From Dealroom's funding and investor records, grouped by the round each investor first entered.

Seed1 investor entered at this stage

  • IBB Ventures

Series A2 investors entered at this stage

Series B and later1 investor entered at this stage

Employees mapped 147 incl. 6 AI specialists
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Key operators 17 quality Hidden — book a demo/100
Potential founders Hidden — book a demo likely future founders
Startup mafia Hidden — book a demo alumni-founded startups
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Global footprint

Workforce and web traffic by country
Workforce by country
16 countries with
team presence
🇩🇪 Germany72.1%
🇪🇸 Spain5.7%
🇬🇧 United Kingdom4.9%
🇺🇸 United States4.1%
🇷🇸 Serbia1.6%
Top 5 of 16 shown
Web traffic by country
1M monthly visits
across markets
🇺🇸 United States22%
🇩🇪 Germany6.7%
🇧🇷 Brazil5.1%
🇬🇧 United Kingdom4.5%
🇿🇦 South Africa3.1%
Top 5 markets shown

Market sentiment

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