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Nimbuzz

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Developer of mobile communication technologies and operator of a mobile entertainment and messaging platform

Dubai, United Arab EmiratesFounded 2006Telecom

Valuation $100–250M Last recorded · 2017

Headcount <100 Current team size

Total funding $10–50M Disclosed equity funding

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About Nimbuzz

Nimbuzz is a digital platform designed to enhance social interactions through its innovative messaging services. The platform offers features such as free stickers and sonic message delivery, aiming to revamp the chatting experience for users. Nimbuzz serves a global audience, targeting individuals who are constantly on the go and looking for a dynamic way to manage their social lives. The company operates in the digital communication market, providing a commercial app that integrates third-party services to collect and manage user information securely. Nimbuzz generates revenue through its app, which is available on both the App Store and Play Store, and by employing third-party companies to perform specific tasks on its behalf. The business model focuses on user engagement and data-driven insights to continually improve the user experience.

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At a glance

Status: Acquired
Founded: 2006
Headquarters: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Employees: 75
Open positions: None listed
Dealroom signal: 75.0/100
Sector: Telecom, Telecommunications, SaaS, Social, Entertainment, Messaging, Freemium, App, Video, Communication, Platform, Chat
Technology: Mobile app
Business model: SaaS
Client focus: b2c
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Funding history

5 recorded events

Company financing events and reported valuations.

Deal type	Date	Amount	Valuation	Investors	Source
ACQUISITION✓Exit	Mar 2017	$0	—	Mara Group	—
BUYOUT✓Exit	Oct 2014	$175M	$250M	New Call Telecom	—

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Nimbuzz website traffic

Latest recorded traffic for Nimbuzz is 6.9K monthly website visits, down 21.6% over the last three months. Nimbuzz's team grew 1.4% over the past year.

Latest monthly visits6.9K 3-month web change-21.6% 1-year team growth+1.4%

Monthly website visitsOct 2014–Jul 2026

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