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iVast
MPEG-4 software for interactive broadband features
About iVast
iVast was a technology company that provided MPEG-4 software to enable interactive features and functionality for broadband content. In a notable 2001 collaboration, the company worked with FOXSports.com to enhance its website with rich, interactive experiences for sports fans. The goal of this partnership was to entertain viewers, promote television programming, and create new revenue opportunities, such as subscription-based services for specialized content. iVast's technology was positioned as an economically viable delivery system for content owners to engage their audience. Jeff Benrey served as the vice president of Marketing for the company during this period.
Source: Dealroom company dataAt a glance
- Founded
- 1998
- Headquarters
- Santa Clara, United States
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Investors
From Dealroom's funding and investor records, grouped by the round each investor first entered.
Series B and later5 investors entered at this stage
MicroVision
Vanguard Ventures
Sun Microsystems- VPVenture Strategy Partners
Sonic Solutions
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