BuzzFeeds

BuzzFeed is a global internet media company based in New York City. Founded in 2006 by Jonah Peretti, it initially focused on viral content and internet culture. Over time, BuzzFeed expanded its scope to include news, quizzes, listicles, original video content, and investigative journalism. The company operates through various verticals, including BuzzFeed News, BuzzFeed Motion Pictures, and Tasty, its food brand.

BuzzFeed News gained recognition for its journalistic endeavors, including significant reporting on topics like the Trump-Russia investigation and the Gamergate controversy. The company has also been known for its distinctive style of online content, characterized by shareable, often humorous, listicles and quizzes that have proven highly popular on social media.

The company's business model relies on a mix of advertising, affiliate marketing, and content licensing. BuzzFeed has faced challenges and criticisms related to its content quality and the sustainability of its business model, but it remains a prominent player in the digital media landscape, reaching a large audience through its diverse range of platforms and content formats. Its success has influenced many other digital media outlets.