Zango
Founded Year
1999Stage
Series A | DeadTotal Raised
$40MLast Raised
$40MAbout Zango
Zango, Inc. is an online media company providing consumers free access to a large catalog of free, sought-after online videos, games, music, tools and utilities. Much like television, this content is funded by advertising and is therefore free to the consumer. Because of the Internet and digital technology, massive amounts of new online content are now available. Consumers typically access this content for free. However, Web publishers, content creators and providers aren't able to earn a living from their products. Unlike publications and other subscription-based models from the print and television industries, online consumers have proven reluctant to pay a monthly subscription fee for access to online content and entertainment. Zango has developed a solution to this economic dilemma. Through what Zango calls its "Content Economy," advertisers, web publishers and content creators are able to use Zango's automated technology to earn income through the sales of products and distribution of web content and tools. With the Content Economy model, consumers are able to access and enjoy web content and entertainment for free, because when they search or browse online for products and services, they see ads from Zango advertisers. Zango aims to deliver ads that are relevant at the time someone is shopping for that specific product. Because of this method of "time-shifted" advertising, Zango advertisers earn industry-leading return on investment for their marketing dollars. Web publishers and content providers get paid by Zango for distributing their creative assets. Zango earns revenue from online advertisers, and thus, aims to keep this new Content Economy alive and thriving. Zango has millions of opt-in users and tens of thousands of new consumers opt-in every day to enjoy entertaining and useful online content. Zango is committed to safe and ethical Best Practices and offers desktop advertising product lines under the brands Zango, Hotbar, SmartShopper, ShopperReports and Spam Blocker Utility. Founded in 1999, the company has maintained a positive operating profit every quarter since the fourth quarter of 2001, is and based in Bellevue, Wash. Zango employs more than 200 people globally and in addition to its headquarters, has offices in New York, Las Vegas, Montreal, London and Tel Aviv. Zango was formerly known as 180solutions but changed its name after acquiring Hotbar. The rebranding came after another adware firm was accused of deceptive practices.
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Aug 22, 2023
The 30-year-old won with a best effort of 17.64m to add gold to his world silver last year and Olympic bronze in 2021 Staff Writer, Agence France-Presse (AFP) August 22, 2023 PHOTO Hugues Fabrice Zango gave Burkina Faso their first global athletics title when he won men's triple jump world gold in Budapest on Monday. The 30-year-old won with a best effort of 17.64m to add gold to his world silver last year and Olympic bronze in 2021, which was the west African nation's first ever Olympic medal. "Look at my big, big, big smiling mouth," he said. "It tells you everything. I had so many difficulties and doubts, I have been struggling a lot. I had to travel a very long way to get this gold medal. "I promised to make history and I did it tonight. That is the first gold medal in men's triple jump, not only for my country, but for Africa as well. "I cannot imagine the level of celebration in my country when I go back home but I'm going to start the celebrations in Budapest." Zango said he was proud to produce positive headlines about his country which has been rocked by unrest in recent weeks. "We have some troubles in our country now and it is an incredible mission to bring some positive emotions to them," Zango said. Two Cubans filled the minor medals positions, with Lazaro Martinez leaping 17.41m and Cristian Napoles a centimetre behind. Veteran American Will Claye finished seventh in the 32-year-old two-time silver medallist's seventh and final world championships. Zango's path to glory had become a lot easier in the first round. Jamaican prodigy Jaydon Hibbert's hopes of winning world championship triple jump gold ended in agony as he pulled up with a sore right hamstring. The 18-year-old, the world leader in the event this year with 17.87m coming into the championships in Budapest, received treatment in the stadium. However, Hibbert conceded defeat and packed his bag as his rivals performed their third jump. Hibbert was favoured to win after defending champion Pedro Pichardo of Portugal withdrew before the championships. Disclaimer: The content of this article is syndicated or provided to this website from an external third party provider. We are not responsible for, and do not control, such external websites, entities, applications or media publishers. The body of the text is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis and has not been edited in any way. Neither we nor our affiliates guarantee the accuracy of or endorse the views or opinions expressed in this article. Read our full disclaimer policy here . YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE
Zango Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When was Zango founded?
Zango was founded in 1999.
Where is Zango's headquarters?
Zango's headquarters is located at 3600 136th Place SE, Bellevue.
What is Zango's latest funding round?
Zango's latest funding round is Series A.
How much did Zango raise?
Zango raised a total of $40M.
Who are the investors of Zango?
Investors of Zango include Spectrum Equity.
Who are Zango's competitors?
Competitors of Zango include Hulu and 4 more.
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