Madhive

Madhive

Programmatic TV advertising platform with targeting

Overview

MadHive provides a full-stack platform for programmatic TV advertising in Connected TV (CTV) and OTT. It serves broadcasters, brands, agencies, and ad tech platforms, offering tools to plan campaigns, forecast performance, build RFPs, and manage dayparts (airing ads at specific times). The platform also delivers advanced reporting, brand lift studies, and web/mobile attribution to measure campaign impact. It stands out with its decisioning engine and data mapping that cover 100% OTT markets across 210 US DMAs, allowing precise targeting of hard-to-reach audiences. Revenue comes from fees for using the platform and services, with customizable options for clients to bring their own data, order systems, or deal IDs. The company’s goal is to help clients plan, execute, and measure TV ad campaigns more accurately and quickly, improving performance and accountability in the evolving CTV advertising space.

About Madhive

Simplify's Rating
Why Madhive is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Data & Analytics

Enterprise Software

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Late Stage VC

Total Funding

$306.4M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2016

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What believers are saying

  • Gray Media partnership expands distribution across local broadcasters nationwide.
  • Premium inventory access from Disney, Roku, Paramount, Tubi, and WBD strengthens demand.
  • Vertical partnerships in politics and automotive create higher-value local targeting.

What critics are saying

  • Inventory dependence on publishers weakens margins if access tightens or fees rise.
  • Broadcasters can internalize DSP functions, reducing Madhive's distribution leverage.
  • Fraud or attribution errors would damage trust in its guarantee and platform.

What makes Madhive unique

  • Local-first DSP unifies planning, activation, optimization, and measurement.
  • Maverick AI embeds local campaign intelligence into seller workflows.
  • Fraud Free Guarantee positions Madhive as a trusted CTV execution layer.

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Funding

Total Funding

$306.4M

Above

Industry Average

Funded Over

3 Rounds

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Benefits

Remote Work Options

Flexible Work Hours

Conference Attendance Budget

Company News

The Gridley Herald
Oct 13th, 2025
The Gridley Herald | Press Releases

Local newspaper covering the Gridley region in the heart of California | Press Releases

MarTech360
Oct 13th, 2025
Madhive Invests in Precise.AI, Underscoring Commitment to Data-Driven Innovation for Local Media

As part of this move, Jim Wilson will become CEO of Madhive.

MarTech360
Jun 5th, 2025
Madhive Launches Fraud-Free Guarantee to Safeguard Local Advertisers, Elevating Trust and Transparency in Digital Media

Madhive, the leading unified operating system for local media, has announced the launch of its Fraud-Free Guarantee, a bold initiative aimed at safeguarding local advertisers from fraudulent activity and reinforcing transparency across the digital advertising ecosystem.

TheDesk.net
Jun 4th, 2025
Madhive announces Fraud Free Guarantee for local ad buyers

Madhive says it is doubling down on its efforts to promote high-quality advertising inventory to prospective buyers of all sizes by introducing a new Fraud Free Guarantee that will help reduce risk and enhance outcomes.

Cision
May 19th, 2025
Madhive Enhances Data Partnership With Datonics, The Industry'S First Certified Carbonneutral® Data Provider

"By extending the availability of our data through Madhive's platform, we are partnering with a leader in local CTV and helping businesses to reach customers through this growing channel," said Michael Benedek

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