# Gunosy

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

- Industry: Media
- Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan
- Website: gunosy.com
- Total disclosed funding: $0.3M
- Latest round: Seed (Feb 5, 2013)
- Investors on record: 1

## About

Gunosy is a digital news aggregation company that provides users with curated news summaries, weather updates, and promotional offers tailored to individual interests. The mobile application enhances user experience by delivering personalized content seamlessly.Founded in 2012 in Tokyo, Japan, Gunosy specializes in aggregating news content from over 1,000 media sources. The company has undergone strategic shifts to expand its offerings and engage users more effectively. Gunosy's latest funding round was an IPO on April 28, 2015, where it raised JPY 10.3 billion by offering 6.8 million shares at JPY 1520 per share on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. The total amount raised by the company stands at JPY 10.3 billion. The founder's detailed history is not available in the provided data.Gunosy Inc. operates primarily in the digital news aggregation sector, offering a comprehensive mobile application that provides users with curated news summaries, timely weather updates, and promotional coupons tailored to their interests and regional preferences. Launched initially as a news app, Gunosy aggregates content from over 1,000 media sources, allowing users to access a wide variety of information conveniently and at no cost. The application's core functionality revolves around delivering personalized news notifications based on users’ selected topics and geographical locations, ensuring that they receive relevant updates 24/7. Gunosy targets a broad customer base, including individual users across various demographics who seek efficient access to current events and useful lifestyle information within Japan.In the most recent year of 2023, Gunosy reported a revenue of JPY 58,980,966.20 and an EBITDA of JPY -1,633,476.80. The company generates income primarily through partnerships and advertising within its free news aggregation service, collaborating with various media companies and retailers to enhance user experiences while maintaining a cost-effective platform.Gunosy plans to leverage its recent IPO funding to enhance its digital offerings and expand into new markets within Japan and potentially abroad, targeting a broader demographic by diversifying its services. With a strong foundation in news aggregation, the company is exploring opportunities to incorporate additional features and products that cater to evolving user needs. While specific release dates for new products are not provided, Gunosy's strategic focus appears to be on increasing user engagement and optimizing its platform for future growth.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Feb 5, 2013, $0.3M — B Dash Ventures

## Investors

- B Dash Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/b-dash-ventures) — Seed