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Hive Media
AddedFeb 15, 2024
UpdatedJun 18, 2026
Hive Media

Hive Media

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Hive Media: Innovating fan engagement through social media games based on popular movies, TV, and brands.

HQ
San Carlos, CA, US
Founded
2008
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Hive Media, founded in San Carlos, CA, focuses on creating social media games that enhance fan engagement by allowing users to immerse themselves in their favorite movies, TV series, or brands through platforms like Facebook, iPad, and mobile devices. The company, led by CEO Brian Laing, strategically selects shows with significant brand recognition and large, dedicated fan bases to maximize user interaction and leverage high-profile marketing and ad sales programs.

Notable figures associated with Hive Media include CEO Brian Laing. The company has successfully tapped into the lucrative market of fan engagement by developing games that resonate with popular culture. Its innovative approach has garnered a substantial user base and positioned Hive Media as a key player in the social media gaming industry, significantly impacting how fans interact with their favorite entertainment properties.

Hive Media - Quick Facts

When was Hive Media founded?

Hive Media was founded in 2008.

Where is Hive Media's headquarters located?

Hive Media's headquarters is located in San Carlos, CA, US.

When was Hive Media's last funding round?

Hive Media's most recent funding round was for $1.5M (USD) in August 2011.

How much has Hive Media raised to-date?

As of Aug 31, 2011, Hive Media has raised a total of $1.5M (USD).

Hive Media - Classification

Ownership
  • Private
  • Venture Capital
Technology
  • API
  • Mobile
Geographic Exposure
  • United States
Revenue
  • Advertising
  • Licensing
  • Recurring
  • Software
Customer
  • Consumers
Main Product
  • Social Games
Tags
  • 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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SIC
  • 7310Advertising
  • 7313Radio, Television, And Publishers' Advertising Representatives