

Episode 9: tvScientific closes a $25M Series B, Outbrain completes the Teads acquisition, Coinbase acquired Spindl
16 snips Feb 5, 2025
The hosts dive into the exciting world of ad tech with tvScientific's impressive $25M funding round. They discuss the major Teads-Outbrain merger, highlighting the shifting dynamics in CTV advertising and its opportunities for small businesses. Coinbase's acquisition of Spindl takes center stage, revealing the potential for a new advertising network in the cryptocurrency space. The conversation wraps up with insights into the entrepreneurial challenges of launching blockchain-focused ventures and the role of innovation in this rapidly evolving market.
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FPC Updates
- FPC expects a major ad tech company to invest in Fund One.
- They will also launch a £50 million Fund Two and share M&A news from Fund One.
tvScientific's Funding
- tvScientific raises $25M Series B, attracting investment from Roku.
- They aim to deliver performance advertising for CTV, targeting SMB and D2C advertisers.
CTV Market Fragmentation
- Ciarán expresses skepticism about CTV performance advertising outside the US market.
- He highlights the fragmented TV landscape and champions Lightbox TV's approach.