# Zype

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

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: New York, US
- Website: www.zype.com
- Total disclosed funding: $8.5M
- Latest round: Series A (Oct 12, 2017)
- Investors on record: 8

## About

Zype Inc. is a technology company specializing in cloud-based video content management solutions that empower businesses to manage, deliver, and monetize video content effectively.Founded in 2014 and headquartered in New York, US, Zype Inc. provides a platform for video content management and delivery. The company was acquired by Backlight in April 2022, although specific financial details of the transaction remain undisclosed. Chris Bassolino is the founder of Zype, while Ed Laczynski serves as the CEO. Zype has successfully completed 10 deals to date, raising a total of USD 4.90 mn, with its most recent funding round being a Venture Debt round of USD 7.50 mn from investors including Espresso Capital, Point Nine, Revel Partners, and Runa Capital.Zype offers a comprehensive suite of cloud-based video content management solutions that enable businesses to manage, deliver, and monetize video content efficiently. Core offerings include the Zype Streaming Platform, which facilitates seamless video streaming, encoding, and content delivery through an API-centric architecture. The company’s services cater to various end-use cases such as video content management, live streaming, linear channel creation, and the development of video applications for OTT platforms. Zype serves a diverse client base across industries including media and entertainment, health and fitness, sports, education, and enterprise sectors, with strategic marketing efforts in North America, Europe, and Asia.Zype generates revenue primarily through subscription-based models and partnerships with businesses that require advanced video management and distribution capabilities. It provides its clients with tiered pricing plans tailored to different service levels, which include flagship products such as the Zype Streaming Platform and Zype Apps Creator. These plans encompass options for various features, including analytics, custom workflows, and integration with existing technologies. The company facilitates recurring revenue through ongoing service subscriptions while allowing for strategic partnerships with other technology providers, accommodating both large enterprises and smaller businesses.Looking ahead, Zype Inc. plans to expand its product offerings and geographic presence. The company is focused on launching new video management features and enhancing its existing platform functionality. Zype aims to penetrate new markets in Asia and Europe by the end of 2023. The recent funding from the Venture Debt round will support these initiatives, enabling the development of new products and the expansion into these targeted regions.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Oct 12, 2017, $4.9M — Runa Capital, Point Nine, Revel Partners, Entrepreneurs Fund, Alpine Meridian Ventures
- Seed, Mar 1, 2017 — The 10x Group
- Seed, Aug 2, 2016, $2M — Point Nine, Revel Partners, Entrepreneurs Fund, Berlin Ventures, Terrapin Bale, Alpine Meridian Ventures
- Seed, Oct 27, 2015, $1.6M — Revel Partners, Entrepreneurs Fund

## Investors

- Revel Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/revel-partners) — Seed, Series A
- Entrepreneurs Fund (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/entrepreneurs-fund) — Seed, Series A
- Point Nine (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/point-nine) — Seed, Series A
- Berlin Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/berlin-ventures) — Seed
- Terrapin Bale — Seed
- Alpine Meridian Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/alpine-meridian-ventures) — Seed, Series A
- The 10x Group (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/the-10x-group) — Seed
- Runa Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/runa-capital) — Series A