
TechCrunch
United States"Covering the business of technology and startups."
About
TechCrunch is a prominent online publication dedicated to reporting on the technology and startup sectors. Founded in June 2005 by Michael Arrington and Keith Teare, it emerged from Archimedes Ventures with the aim of providing in-depth, real-time coverage of the fast-paced world of high-tech companies and venture capital. Over the years, it has grown from a specialized blog into a globally recognized source for tech news and analysis.
The publication's content spans a wide range of topics, including breaking news on tech companies, profiles of emerging startups, analysis of venture capital funding rounds, and reports on mergers and acquisitions. TechCrunch also features opinion pieces from industry leaders and covers major product launches and industry trends. Beyond its digital articles, the brand is well-known for hosting significant industry events, most notably the annual Disrupt conference, which serves as a platform for showcasing new companies and fostering innovation.
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Company Info
- Founded
- June 2005
- Founder
- Michael Arrington, Keith Teare
- Headquarters
- San Francisco, California
- Industry
- Technology Journalism
- Parent Company
- Yahoo! Inc. (under Apollo Global Management)
- Revenue
- $1 billion - $10 billion
- Acquisition by AOL
- 2010
- Acquisition by Verizon
- 2015 (as part of AOL/Yahoo!)
- Acquisition by Apollo Global Management
- 2021 (as part of Verizon Media)
- Previous International Editions
- TechCrunch China, TechCrunch Japan
Official Website
techcrunch.com
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