Grabyo provides a real-time video platform that ingests live TV from broadcast partners and lets viewers create and post 20-second clips natively to social networks with a one-click workflow. Its tech can be embedded in broadcasters’ apps and is positioned as a rights-friendly way for broadcasters, clubs and brands to distribute short-form clips during live broadcasts. The company says it has worked with over 30 major broadcasters and rights holders this year, including BSkyB, ITV, Channel 5 and events such as the FIFA World Cup, Wimbledon, the Ryder Cup, the UEFA Champions League and the BRIT Awards. Grabyo reports traffic increased 500% in the last quarter, a trend it attributes partly to native video on Facebook and Twitter. The team aims to parlay social video momentum into a viable ad platform and is building partnerships with football clubs and global brands. Gareth Capon is quoted as CEO; prior to this round the company had been bootstrapped.

Total raised

$2M

Funding rounds

1

Latest round

Equity

Latest activity

Nov 2014