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ZDNET - aVenture Company Research

ZDNET

ZDNET

ZDNET: A business tech news site offering advice and insights for future-ready professionals.

San Francisco, CA, US🇺🇸

Founded

Founded on April 1, 1991, ZDNET is a business technology news website that provides professionals with the latest insights and advice to stay ahead in the tech industry. Initially launched as a general interest technology portal by Ziff Davis, it has since evolved into a platform focused on enterprise IT and innovation. ZDNET offers a wide range of content including news articles, buying guides, and expert opinions, catering to a global audience with availability in multiple languages such as English, Japanese, French, Korean, and German.

Owned by Red Ventures, ZDNET boasts an impressive monthly user base of 36 million. Notable figures associated with the site include its editor, Jason Hiner. Over the years, ZDNET has established itself as a trusted source for tech news and analysis, significantly impacting the way professionals and businesses approach technology adoption and innovation. Its comprehensive coverage and expert recommendations have made it an indispensable resource in the tech community.

ZDNET - M & A Snapshot

CNET Networks
Acquired ZDNET • $1.6B • Oct 17, 2000
GameSpot
Acquired by ZDNET • Undisclosed • Jan 6, 1997

ZDNET - Quick Facts

Who are ZDNET's competitors?

Companies similar to ZDNET include Ziff Davis, Digital Trends, CNET Networks and PandoDaily.

When was ZDNET founded?

ZDNET was founded in 1991.

Where is ZDNET's headquarters located?

ZDNET's headquarters is located in San Francisco, CA, US.

When was ZDNET's last funding round?

ZDNET's most recent funding round was for $1.6B (USD) in July 2000.

How much disclosed funding has ZDNET raised?

As of Jul 19, 2000, ZDNET has disclosed funding of $1.6B (USD). Undisclosed round amounts are excluded.

ZDNET - Classification

Technology: Data
Geographic Exposure: Global

Revenue: Advertising
Recurring
Customer: Consumers
Enterprise
Main Product: News
Reviews

Tags: Media
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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