Philo Overview
- Year Founded
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2009
- Status
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Private
- Employees
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200
- Latest Deal Type
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Accelerator/Inc
- Investors
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29
Philo General Information
Description
Operator of an online media streaming platform intended to offer an array of entertainment channels, networks and shows for general media consumption. The company's platform provides live streaming access to cable channels and major broadcasts with the ability to pause any live channel, enabling users to watch prime-time TV, live news, sports and entertainment on smartphones or computers.
Contact Information
Website
www.philo.comCorporate Office
- 225 Green Street
- San Francisco, CA 94111
- United States
Corporate Office
- 225 Green Street
- San Francisco, CA 94111
- United States
Philo Valuation & Funding
| Deal Type | Date | Amount | Raised to Date | Post-Val | Status | Stage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8. Accelerator/Incubator | 13-Dec-2021 | Completed | Generating Revenue | |||
| 7. Later Stage VC (Series D) | 06-Aug-2020 | Completed | Generating Revenue | |||
| 6. Debt - PPP | 15-Apr-2020 | Completed | Generating Revenue | |||
| 5. Later Stage VC (Series C) | 10-Jul-2018 | Completed | Generating Revenue | |||
| 4. Later Stage VC (Series B) | 26-May-2017 | Completed | Generating Revenue | |||
| 3. Later Stage VC (Series A1) | 16-Jun-2015 | Completed | Generating Revenue | |||
| 2. Accelerator/Incubator | $9.7M | Completed | Generating Revenue | |||
| 1. Early Stage VC (Series A) | 25-Jun-2013 | $9.7M | $9.7M | Completed | Generating Revenue |
Philo Cap Table
| Stock | # of Shares Authorized |
Par Value | Dividend Rate ($) | Original Issue Price |
Liquidation | Liquidation Pref. Multiple |
Conversion Price | % Owned |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Series D | ||||||||
| Series C | ||||||||
| Series B | ||||||||
| Series A1 | 14,570,153 | $0.000100 | $0.07 | $0.92 | $0.92 | 1x | $0.92 | 13.52% |
| Series A | 11,683,248 | $0.000100 | $0.07 | $0.84 | $0.84 | 1x | $0.84 | 10.84% |
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Philo Comparisons
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Philo Competitors (25)
One of Philo’s 25 competitors is JioHotstar, a Corporate Backed or Acquired company based in Mumbai, India.
| Company Name | Financing Status | Location | Employees | Total Raised | Last Financing Date/Type | Last Financing Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JioHotstar | Corporate Backed or Acquired | Mumbai, India | ||||
| FuboTV | Formerly VC-backed | New York, NY | ||||
| TiVo (Entertainment Software) | Corporate Backed or Acquired | San Jose, CA | ||||
| TrillerTV | Formerly VC-backed | Uniondale, NY | ||||
| DaCast | Angel-Backed | San Francisco, CA |
Philo Patents
Philo Recent Patent Activity
| Publication ID | Patent Title | Status | First Filing Date | Technology (CPC) | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| US-20240430514-A1 | Electronic programming guide (epg) for accessing linear channels and dynamic channels | Pending | 23-Jun-2023 | ||
| US-11006168-B2 | Synchronizing internet (“over the top”) video streams for simultaneous feedback | Active | 19-Oct-2018 | ||
| US-11418834-B2 | Synchronizing internet (“over the top”) video streams for simultaneous feedback | Active | 19-Oct-2018 | ||
| US-20220353569-A1 | Synchronizing internet (over the top) video streams for simultaneous feedback | Active | 19-Oct-2018 | ||
| US-20210235149-A1 | Synchronizing internet ("over the top") video streams for simultaneous feedback | Active | 19-Oct-2018 | H04N21/47217 |
Philo Signals
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Philo Investors (29)
| Investor Name | Investor Type | Holding | Investor Since | Participating Rounds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harvard Innovation Launch Lab | Accelerator/Incubator | |||
| Astir Ventures | Venture Capital | Minority | ||
| Calvert Drive Ventures | Venture Capital | Minority | ||
| Catapult VC | Venture Capital | Minority | ||
| Gaingels | Venture Capital | Minority |
Philo Acquisitions (1)
Philo’s most recent deal was a Merger/Acquisition with ROW8. The deal was made on 11-Feb-2025.
| Company Name | Deal Date | Deal Type | Deal Size | Industry | Lead Partner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ROW8 | 11-Feb-2025 | Merger/Acquisition | Movies, Music and Entertainment |
Philo Affiliates
Subsidiaries (1)
| Name | Industry | Location | Year Founded |
|---|---|---|---|
| ROW8 | West Hollywood, CA | 2015 |
Philo FAQs
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When was Philo founded?
Philo was founded in 2009.
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Where is Philo headquartered?
Philo is headquartered in San Francisco, CA.
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What is the size of Philo?
Philo has 200 total employees.
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What industry is Philo in?
Philo’s primary industry is Entertainment Software.
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Is Philo a private or public company?
Philo is a Private company.
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What is Philo’s current revenue?
The current revenue for Philo is .
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How much funding has Philo raised over time?
Philo has raised $134M.
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Who are Philo’s investors?
Harvard Innovation Launch Lab, Astir Ventures, Calvert Drive Ventures, Catapult VC, and Gaingels are 5 of 29 investors who have invested in Philo.
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Who are Philo’s competitors?
JioHotstar, FuboTV, TiVo (Entertainment Software), TrillerTV, and DaCast are some of the 25 competitors of Philo.
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