Playground

Playground

Platform for hosting and sharing virtual events

About Playground

Simplify's Rating
Why Playground is rated
C
Rated D+ on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Rating Differentiation

Industries

VR & AR

Entertainment

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$3.3M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2019

Overview

PlaygroundApp.com provides a platform for creators and cultural makers to host and share virtual events and experiences, such as operas and raves, connecting people globally. The platform allows artists, musicians, and performers to reach wider audiences, monetize their events, and engage with their communities. It operates in the growing virtual events market, offering a curated selection of experiences that cater to diverse interests. PlaygroundApp generates revenue through ticket sales, subscription fees, and partnerships, supporting both free and paid events. The goal is to foster cultural engagement and connection through shared experiences.

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Significant Headcount Growth
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for hybrid events expands Playground's audience reach.
  • AI-driven content curation can enhance user engagement on Playground.
  • 5G technology improves Playground's livestream quality and interactive features.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging competition from platforms like Saakuru Labs could divert attention from Playground.
  • User adoption may be challenging if Playground doesn't differentiate from existing platforms.
  • A shift back to in-person events could reduce demand for virtual experiences.

What makes Playground unique

  • Playground offers a unique blend of virtual and cultural arts events.
  • The platform connects global audiences through shared cultural experiences.
  • Playground supports both free and paid events, catering to diverse user preferences.

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Funding

Total Funding

$3.3M

Meets

Industry Average

Funded Over

1 Rounds

Seed funding is usually the first official round after pre-seed, when a startup has a prototype or concept. It’s typically used to develop the product, test the market, and start building the team. Investors here are often angel investors or early-stage venture capitalists.
Seed Funding Comparison
Below Average

Industry standards

$3.3M
$1.5M
Slack
$2M
Netflix
$2.3M
Instacart
$3M
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Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

↑ 5%

1 year growth

↑ 12%

2 year growth

↑ 20%
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Apr 17th, 2024
Saakuru Labs Nets $2.4 Million: Igniting GameFi Innovation With Saakuru Protocol

Saakuru Labs announced its successful $2.4 million oversubscribed funding round securing the future expansion of the Saakuru Protocol in the GameFi sector.

TechCrunch
Dec 2nd, 2021
Playground Launches In Beta To Help Creators Cultivate Community

Launching today in beta, Playground is a social platform that seeks to help people discover and develop community while empowering creators to monetize their audience. Already, the website has a wide variety of users like the Museum of Modern Art, comedy host Alexis Gay, the Abolitionist Teaching Network, activist Nupol Kiazolu, and a Malaysian virtual []

AlleyWatch
Aug 31st, 2021
The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 8/30/2021

The latest venture capital, seed, pre-seed, and angel deals for NYC startups for 8/30/2021 featuring funding details for Playground, Valon Technologies, and much more.

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