# Storyful

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

- Industry: Media
- Headquarters: Dublin, Ireland
- Website: www.storyful.com
- Latest round: Seed (Oct 1, 2011)
- Investors on record: 1

## About

Storyful is a social news and strategic intelligence agency that specializes in sourcing and verifying digital media, providing actionable insights to enhance storytelling for media and brands.Founded in 2010 by Oussama Abercha, Storyful is a social news agency headquartered in Dublin, Ireland. The company focuses on sourcing and verifying eyewitness news and viral content. In December 2013, it was acquired by News Corporation for EUR 18 million, marking a pivotal shift in its operational strategy. Storyful has completed a total of 3 deals.Storyful offers a proprietary social media newswire that allows clients to access verified eyewitness news footage and viral videos. The company's analytical services, provided through Storyful Intelligence, enable clients to understand customer segments and monitor reputational risks using advanced AI and open-source intelligence. With over 200,000 verified videos available, Storyful serves a variety of clients, including global brands, technology firms, and media organizations across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific.In the most recent fiscal year of 2023, Storyful reported a revenue of EUR 4,400,538.20, accompanied by an EBITDA loss of EUR 2,404,085.90.As Storyful plans for future growth, the company aims to expand its offerings with new products tailored for enhanced digital media intelligence. While specific new product launch dates have not been disclosed, the firm is focusing on expanding its footprint in key global markets, potentially targeting regions like Asia-Pacific and North America. The acquisition by News Corp for EUR 18 million will support these initiatives by bolstering resources and technology investments.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Oct 1, 2011 — SOSV

## Investors

- SOSV (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/sosv) — Seed