COMPANY PROFILE

Cognitive Networks

Cognitive Networks enables content providers, advertisers, and others to provide greater engagement and interactivity to TV programming

San Francisco, United StatesFounded 2008Marketing

Valuation $0–100M Latest valuation · 2014

Headcount <100 Current team size

Total funding $10–50M Disclosed equity funding

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About Cognitive Networks

Cognitive Networks, operating under the brand Inscape, is a pioneer in the smart TV data and analytics industry. The company specializes in Automatic Content Recognition (ACR) technology, which captures real-time viewing data from smart TVs. This data is then used to enhance ad targeting and media measurement, providing valuable insights for advertisers and broadcasters. Inscape's primary clients include advertising agencies, media companies, and broadcasters who seek to optimize their ad campaigns and understand audience behavior. The company operates in the digital advertising and media analytics market, leveraging its proprietary technology to offer a competitive edge in ad targeting and campaign effectiveness. Inscape generates revenue through data licensing agreements and partnerships with major players in the advertising and media industries. By providing granular data on TV viewership, Inscape helps its clients make informed decisions, ultimately driving better ad performance and higher returns on investment.

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At a glance

Status: Operational
Founded: 2008
Headquarters: San Francisco, United States
Employees: 4
Open positions: None listed
Dealroom signal: 31.2/100
Industry: Marketing
Sector: Marketing, Image Recognition, Hard Tech
Technology: Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Recognition Technology
Business model: Manufacturing
Client focus: b2b
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Funding history

3 recorded events

Company financing events and reported valuations.

Deal type	Date	Amount	Valuation	Investors	Source
SERIES B✓Equity / VC	Dec 2014	$15M	$58M	Undisclosed	—
DEBT✓Debt	Jun 2013	$2M	—	Silicon Valley Bank	—

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Growth signals

Cognitive Networks website traffic

Latest recorded traffic for Cognitive Networks is 160 monthly website visits. Cognitive Networks's team declined 20% over the past year.

Latest monthly visits160 1-year team growth-20%

Monthly website visitsOct 2017–Jun 2025

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