9gag
Make the world happier.
Y CombinatorSummer 2012ActiveConsumerSocialSocial MediaSocialSocial Network
What they do
Problem
People need a reliable, engaging source of entertaining content and a place to share and discuss it across social platforms.
Solution
9GAG is a cross-platform entertainment media network and website that curates and distributes viral content (images and videos) to a global audience.
Who it's for
Global consumers who browse, share, and engage with entertaining content on the web and social media.
Founders
Ray Chan
Founder/CEO
Chris Chan
Founder
Derek Chan
Founder/Head of Engineer
Marco Fung
Founder
Brian Yu
Founder
Company timeline
- Founded2007
- YC batchSummer 2012
- StatusActive
- Team size36 people
- LocationHong Kong, Hong Kong; Remote
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