# Dailymotion

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

- Industry: Internet
- Headquarters: Paris, France
- Website: www.dailymotion.com
- Total disclosed funding: $42M
- Latest round: Series C (Dec 14, 2007)
- Investors on record: 6

## About

Dailymotion is a leading online video-sharing platform, enabling users to upload, share, and view a wide range of video content across genres such as entertainment, news, music, and sports.Dailymotion is an online video-sharing platform that allows users to upload and share videos. Founded in 2005, the company is headquartered in Paris, France. In January 2013, Orange SA acquired a 51% majority stake in Dailymotion for EUR 61 million. The company has undergone strategic shifts to enhance its service offerings. The CEO is Jonathan Politur, who has contributed to the company's growth trajectory.Dailymotion offers a comprehensive online video-sharing platform that enables users to upload, share, and view videos across various genres, including entertainment, news, music, and sports. The platform caters to both individual content creators and businesses, providing tools for video hosting, streaming, and advertising. Dailymotion serves a diverse clientele, including independent creators, media organizations, and enterprises that leverage video content for marketing and engagement. Available in multiple geographical markets, including Europe, North America, and parts of Asia and Latin America, the platform features customizable video players, analytics for performance tracking, and monetization options for creators.Dailymotion's revenue model is primarily driven by advertising and partnerships, focusing on B2B relationships as well as direct-to-consumer offerings. The company generates income through various ad formats, including pre-roll, mid-roll, and display ads. Additionally, Dailymotion provides subscription-based services for businesses, allowing for premium content access and ad-free experiences. The pricing structures for these services are tailored to meet client needs, effectively monetizing its platform while supporting content creators and advertisers in reaching their target audiences.Following the acquisition in January 2013, Dailymotion is set to utilize the funding from Orange SA to expand its service offerings by bundling premium subscriptions into various mobile and Internet plans. This strategy is aimed at enhancing user engagement and broadening its market reach. Additionally, Dailymotion is expected to explore opportunities for expansion into new markets, further solidifying its presence in the online video-sharing industry.

## Funding rounds

- Series C, Dec 14, 2007, $34M — Atlas Venture, Partech Partners, Eurazeo, Advent Venture Partners, CM-CIC Capital Privé
- Series A, Sep 20, 2006, $8M — Atlas Venture, Partech Partners, Clipperton Finance

## Investors

- Atlas Venture (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/atlas-venture) — Series A, Series C
- Partech Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/partech-partners) — Series A, Series C
- Clipperton Finance — Series A
- Eurazeo (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/eurazeo) — Series C
- Advent Venture Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/advent-venture-partners) — Series C
- CM-CIC Capital Privé — Series C