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Gaia Online
AddedFeb 15, 2024
UpdatedJun 18, 2026
Gaia Online

Gaia Online

Series C

Gaia Interactive: A global online platform for anime, gaming, and pop culture discussions.

HQ
San Jose, CA, US
Founded
2003
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Founded on February 18, 2003, by Derek Liu, Long Vo, and Josh Gainsbrugh, Gaia Online is a social networking platform centered around anime, gaming, and pop culture discussions. The platform allows users to engage in forums covering a wide range of topics including anime, games, comics, sci-fi, fantasy, and general life discussions. Gaia Online aims to create a vibrant online community where enthusiasts can connect and share their interests globally.

Notable figures associated with Gaia Online include James Cao as CEO and Derek Liu as CTO. The company has garnered a dedicated user base and has maintained its relevance in the niche market of anime and gaming communities. With a small team of 25 employees based in San Jose, California, Gaia Online has made a significant impact by fostering a unique space for pop culture aficionados worldwide.

Gaia Online - Quick Facts

When was Gaia Online founded?

Gaia Online was founded in 2003.

Where is Gaia Online's headquarters located?

Gaia Online's headquarters is located in San Jose, CA, US.

When was Gaia Online's last funding round?

Gaia Online's most recent funding round was for $11M (USD) in July 2008.

How much has Gaia Online raised to-date?

As of Jul 14, 2008, Gaia Online has raised a total of $31.9M (USD).

How many employees does Gaia Online have?

Gaia Online has 25 employees as of Feb 4, 2024.

Gaia Online - Classification

Technology
  • Software
Geographic Exposure
  • Global
Model
  • Platform
Revenue
  • Recurring
  • Transactional
Customer
  • Consumers
Main Product
  • Forums
  • Social Network
Tags
  • Community
  • SaaS
NAICS
  • 513200Software Publishers
  • 510000Information
  • 513000Publishing Industries
  • 513210Software Publishers
SIC
  • 7300Business Services
  • 7370Computer Programming, Data Processing, And Other Computer Related
  • 7372Prepackaged Software
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NAICS
  • 517111Wired Telecommunications Carriers
  • 540000Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
  • 541500Computer Systems Design and Related Services
  • 517000Telecommunications
  • 541000Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
  • 517100Wired and Wireless Telecommunications (except Satellite)
  • 517110Wired and Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite)
  • 541510Computer Systems Design and Related Services
  • 541511Custom Computer Programming Services
SIC
  • 4810Telephone Communications
  • 4813Telephone Communications, Except Radiotelephone
  • 4800Communications
  • 7310Advertising
  • 7313Radio, Television, And Publishers' Advertising Representatives
  • 7371Computer Programming Services