# Summly

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

- Industry: Media
- Headquarters: London, UK
- Website: www.summly.com
- Total disclosed funding: $2.7M
- Latest round: Seed (Apr 4, 2013)
- Investors on record: 4

## About

Summly is a digital platform that specializes in news aggregation, enhancing how users access and consume information through streamlined content delivery.Summly, based in London, UK, is a digital news aggregation service that simplifies how information is presented to users. Founded by Nick D'Aloisio, a young entrepreneur who previously launched several apps, Summly gained recognition for its innovative approach to content delivery. In April 2013, the company successfully raised USD 1.22 mn in Seed funding from a diverse group of investors, including Joshua Kushner and Ashton Kutcher, bringing its total raised amount to USD 1.22 mn and its valuation to USD 12.03 mn.Summly offers a range of digital products focused on news aggregation, providing users with timely updates on various topics. The platform enhances communication through its content delivery services, tailored to meet the needs of global users, particularly in the United States, Canada, and parts of Europe.In the most recent fiscal year of 2013, Summly reported a total revenue of USD 0, with an EBITDA of USD -1,132,040.50.Following its Seed funding round in April 2013, Summly plans to utilize the USD 1.22 mn raised to expand its product offerings and enhance its news aggregation features. The company aims to develop new functionalities that improve user engagement and streamline content consumption. Additionally, Summly is considering broader market penetration in regions beyond its current focus, targeting Asia and South America by the end of 2014. This strategic initiative will leverage the funding to support technological advancements and marketing efforts.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Apr 4, 2013, $1.2M — Betaworks Ventures Management, Horizons Ventures, White Star Capital, AF Square
- Seed, Dec 13, 2011, $1.5M — Betaworks Ventures Management, Horizons Ventures

## Investors

- Betaworks Ventures Management (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/betaworks-ventures-management) — Seed
- Horizons Ventures — Seed
- White Star Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/white-star-capital) — Seed
- AF Square — Seed