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About CNET
CNET is a leading online platform that provides comprehensive technology insights, product reviews, and industry news to a broad audience. Founded in 1995, CNET has established itself as a pioneer in the tech industry, offering valuable guidance and demystifying complex tech topics for consumers. The platform serves a diverse range of clients, including tech enthusiasts, everyday consumers, and industry professionals. Operating in the digital media market, CNET's business model revolves around generating revenue through advertising, sponsored content, and affiliate marketing. By offering in-depth product evaluations, expert advice, and the latest tech news, CNET helps its audience make informed decisions about technology purchases and usage. The company also produces specialized content, such as weekly recaps and AI-related guides, to keep its audience updated on emerging trends and innovations.
Source: Dealroom company dataAt a glance
- Status
- Acquired
- Founded
- 1994
- Headquarters
- San Francisco, United States
- Employees
- 1,040
- Open positions
- None listed
- Dealroom signal
- 68.5/100
- Industry
- Media
- Sub-industry
- Streaming
- Sector
- Consumer Services, Content, Advertising, Video
- Client focus
- b2c
- Investment activity
- 6 companies, latest Jan 2007
- Capital deployed
- $75M
- Preferred round
- SERIES C
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Company financing events and reported valuations.
| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACQUISITION✓Exit | Aug 2024 | $100M | $100M | Ziff Davis | ↗ |
| ACQUISITION✓Exit | Sep 2020 | $500M | $500M | Red Ventures | — |
Growth signals
Latest recorded traffic for CNET is 17M monthly website visits, down 15% over the last three months. CNET's team grew 4.6% over the past year.
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Investors
From Dealroom's funding and investor records, grouped by the round each investor first entered.
Seed1 investor entered at this stage
Series B and later1 investor entered at this stage
Other known investors4 additional known investors
CBS
Red Ventures
Ziff Davis
Elsewhere Partners
Source: Dealroom Talent Intelligence.
Global footprint
team presence
Market sentiment
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