# Anvato

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/anvato

- Industry: Media
- Headquarters: Mountain View, US
- Website: www.anvato.com
- Total disclosed funding: $2.5M
- Latest round: Series A (Dec 9, 2008)
- Investors on record: 2

## About

Anvato Inc. is a technology company specializing in cloud-based video streaming solutions that facilitate premium over-the-top (OTT) media delivery for broadcasters and content providers.Founded in 2007, Anvato Inc. is headquartered in Mountain View, US, and provides innovative video streaming solutions. In July 2016, Anvato was acquired by Google, with terms not disclosed. The company has completed 3 deals, with its latest funding round being Series A, raising USD 2.00 mn from Oxantium Ventures, bringing the total amount raised to USD 2.00 mn and a current company valuation of USD 16.12 mn.Anvato offers a comprehensive suite of cloud-based video streaming solutions designed for premium over-the-top (OTT) media delivery. Their primary products include live streaming, cloud editing, video encoding, syndication, ad insertion, entitlements, and digital rights management (DRM). These offerings enable media companies to originate flawless live streams without the need for costly hardware investments, allowing for dynamic scheduling and real-time clip editing. With features such as server-side ad insertion and support for DRM, Anvato’s platform ensures secure content delivery while maximizing monetization opportunities across various devices. Their customer base includes major media organizations and programmers that require efficient video publishing and monetization solutions for diverse geographic markets, including North America, Europe, and Latin America.Anvato generates revenue primarily through a subscription model and partnerships with media companies that utilize its extensive video platform. Clients benefit from a range of services, including server-side ad insertion and live linear channel scheduling, which increase their monetization potential. Transactions typically involve fees linked to usage, such as the number of streams delivered or advertisements served, creating a scalable revenue structure for both Anvato and its partners. The company’s flagship offerings, including its advanced cloud editing tools and hybrid video encoding, position it as a notable player in the video streaming industry, attracting partnerships with major digital distribution platforms. This diversified revenue model supports Anvato’s growth and enhances client retention by providing a robust and flexible solution tailored to the evolving needs of the media landscape.Anvato plans to leverage its recent funding to enhance its product offerings and expand its market reach. The company is focused on developing new features for its video streaming platform to improve user experience and increase monetization options for clients. Additionally, Anvato is targeting expansion into markets in Asia and Australia by 2024, aiming to capture a larger share of the global video streaming industry. The funding from the Series A round will facilitate these initiatives, enabling Anvato to invest in new technology and infrastructure to support its growth strategy.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Dec 9, 2008, $2M — Oxantium Ventures
- Seed, Jul 29, 2008, $0.6M — New York Angels

## Investors

- New York Angels (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/new-york-angels) — Seed
- Oxantium Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/oxantium-ventures) — Series A