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Date Published
Author
Todd Greene
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514
Language
English
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None

Summary

PubNub has secured $65 million in a Series E investment round led by The Raine Group, boosting its total funding to over $130 million and enabling further innovation in providing real-time connected experiences through its Virtual Space Platform. This financing will help PubNub enhance its developer-first API platform, facilitating the creation of apps that synchronize people and devices in real-time across various industries, including virtual events, healthcare, gaming, and smart home technologies. The company, which began in 2012, is used by major brands like Adobe and DocuSign to connect 600 million monthly devices globally, delivering engaging online experiences that mimic real-world interactions. With plans to expand in the APAC region and open a new office in Singapore, PubNub aims to collaborate with innovative development teams worldwide. The company will showcase its 2022 product roadmap and vision at the inaugural PubNub Connect summit in November, highlighting the significance of Virtual Spaces in fostering connected experiences and communities.