
Cision
Founded Year
1867Stage
Take Private - II | AliveValuation
$0000Revenue
$0000About Cision
Cision (NYSE: CISN) provides cloud-based PR software, services and tools for the marketing and public relations industry. On January 31st, 2020, Cision was acquired by Platinum Equity.7 Billion.
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The public relations (PR) software market offers solutions to help PR and communications teams measure the impact of their efforts and generate coverage through earned media. These software solutions process data from various digital platforms, including social media, news, and review sites to provide real-time actionable insights that directly impact marketing and customer-facing activities. The …
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Cision Patents
Cision has filed 7 patents.

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2/25/2014 | 4/26/2022 | Data management, Relational database management systems, Database management systems, Social networking services, Free database management systems | Grant |
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Related Topics | Data management, Relational database management systems, Database management systems, Social networking services, Free database management systems |
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Latest Cision News
Sep 7, 2023
PR Newswire Increases Visibility with Over 190+ New Content Partners in Asia Pacific Share: HONG KONG, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- PR Newswire, the leading global provider of news distribution and earned media software and services, has successfully secured over 190+ new content partners in the Asia Pacific region in the past three quarters. Some of our notable partners are, ANTARA, Financial Times Chinese, The Manila Times, Vietnam Plus, The News Lens and Vulcan Post. These newly added partners will value-add and strengthen their global reach of 74K media outlets and 400K journalists and influencers. This substantial growth in new content partners reflects the company's dedication to expanding its network by creating relevant and valuable content to share with their global clients. PR Newswire’s new content partners in APAC – YTD 2023 Larger and more vibrant content network Commenting on the 190+ new content partners added to the network, Lynn Liu, Head of Audience Development and Distribution Services at PR Newswire said, "Our content network is growing and getting increasingly dynamic. We are proud of what we have accomplished thus far. Our goal for the rest of the year would still be to strive for even better results in tackling the growth markets across the Asia Pacific region." Some highlights from the newly added partners in the APAC region include the following, Significant progress on trending verticals: Blockchain and Emerging Technologies: Partnerships with Association of Blockchain Asia (ASA) and Blockchain News reflect PR Newswire's commitment to covering emerging technologies like blockchain, appealing to tech-savvy audiences. ESG and Sustainability: Involvement with the Hong Kong ESG Reporting Awards, ESGN, and others showcases a dedication to promoting environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives, which is a significant trend in the business world. On the geographic-specific and national news sectors: Diversified partners in Southeast Asia: Vulcan Post, Vietnam Plus, Manila Times, and others from Southeast Asia contribute to a diverse array of content, giving readers insights into the economic, technological, and cultural developments in the region. Prominent Partnerships in Greater China: Collaborating with reputable sources like Financial Times Chinese,China Energy News, Equal Ocean, Macau Business Media, Business Intelligence, Digitimes Asia, The News Lens, Inside, Cool3C and Line Today provides client access to valuable content in some of the world's largest markets. The above efforts are a testament to PR Newswire's efforts in expanding in the key markets. New partnerships from Greater China, Japan, South Korea, and Southeast Asia demonstrate a strategic expansion into diverse and high-potential markets across the APAC region. In conclusion, PR Newswire's expansion into the APAC region through these partnerships exhibits a commitment to providing a comprehensive and diverse range of content, attracting audiences with varied interests and strengthening influence in the region's media landscape. About PR Newswire PR Newswire, a Cision Ltd. company, is a leading global provider of news distribution and earned media software and services. In conjunction with Cision's cloud-based communications product suite, PR Newswire's services enable marketers, corporate communicators, and investor relations officers to identify key influencers, engage target audiences, craft and distribute strategic content, and measure meaningful impact. Combining the world's largest multi-channel, multi-cultural content dissemination network with comprehensive workflow tools and platforms, PR Newswire powers the stories of organizations around the world. PR Newswire serves tens of thousands of clients from offices in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia-Pacific regions. Visit www.cision.asia for more information. About Cision Cision is a comprehensive consumer and media intelligence and communications platform enabling public relations, marketing and communications professionals around the world to understand, influence and amplify their stories. As the market leader, Cision enables the next generation of leaders to strategically operate in the modern media landscape where company success is directly impacted by public opinion. Cision has offices in 24 countries through the Americas, EMEA and APAC, and offers a suite of best-in-class solutions, including PR Newswire, Brandwatch, Cision Communications Cloud® and Cision Insights. To learn more, visit www.cision.com and follow @Cision on Twitter. Source: PR Newswire
Cision Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When was Cision founded?
Cision was founded in 1867.
Where is Cision's headquarters?
Cision's headquarters is located at 130 E Randolph Street, Chicago.
What is Cision's latest funding round?
Cision's latest funding round is Take Private - II.
Who are the investors of Cision?
Investors of Cision include Platinum Equity, Capitol Acquisition III and GTCR.
Who are Cision's competitors?
Competitors of Cision include Meltwater, Muck Rack, Onclusive, Signal AI, Vivid + Co and 13 more.
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Onclusive, formerly AirPR, provides analytics, insights, and measurement solutions for the PR industry. This PRTech software solution tracks media activity and provides insights into a company's public relations efforts to tell them what is driving engagement and increasing traffic, conversion, organic search, and revenue. The company was founded in 2011 and is based in Burlingame, California.

Vivid + Co is a tech-enabled PR company using data and proprietary software to streamline and improve the way businesses interact with media.

Signal AI offers an AI-powered business intelligence and media monitoring platform that aggregates, analyses, and provides business leaders with insights into digital, print, and broadcast media and regulatory data. Signal’s ML enables businesses to track the competitive landscape, changes to regulation and monitor reputation—empowering them to make smarter decisions. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in London, U.K.

Muck Rack provides a Public Relations Management (PRM) platform for PR and comms professionals to showcase their portfolios, analyze news about topics and monitor the impact of their stories. Its media database curates data points to help PR teams find journalists, podcasters, and content creators, generate coverage and monitor news. The company was founded in 2009 and is based in New York, New York.

Anewstip is a one-stop PR platform that helps entrepreneurs, PR professionals, and marketers search for relevant media contacts, build media lists, send personalized pitches or bulk press releases and monitoring online and twitter mentions. It is based in New York City, New York.