Boombastis
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Boombastis - overview
Established
2014
Location
Malang, -, Indonesia
Primary Industry
Media
About
Boombastis. com is a digital news portal based in Indonesia, focusing on quirky, viral, and culturally relevant news content tailored for the youth demographic. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Malang, Indonesia, Boombastis operates as a digital news portal delivering contemporary and engaging news. It has undergone no significant business pivots or changes.
The founder has not been publicly identified, and there are no details regarding a parent company or subsidiaries. The firm has successfully made 1 deal, with its most recent funding round occurring on May 2, 2017, when it raised an undisclosed amount of Seed funding led by Unistellar. Boombastis. com is a unique digital news portal in Indonesia, primarily focused on delivering quirky, strange, and viral news content aimed at the youth demographic.
The platform offers a diverse range of articles and multimedia content that covers current events, cultural phenomena, and trending topics, providing users with both inspiration and entertainment. The primary user base includes young individuals seeking engaging and relatable news, with content that resonates across various social and cultural interests. The portal serves the Indonesian market, catering specifically to urban and tech-savvy youth who consume media online. Since its inception, Boombastis has positioned itself as a go-to source for timely and stimulating news, effectively utilizing digital media channels to reach its audience.
The revenue model for Boombastis. com is structured around digital advertising, where brands and businesses partner with the platform to promote their products or services through sponsored content and display ads. Advertisers target the platform's youthful audience demographic, capitalizing on the high engagement rates of the content. Additionally, the site engages in affiliate marketing partnerships, promoting products through curated articles that link to e-commerce platforms.
As an online news outlet, Boombastis maintains a direct-to-consumer approach, allowing users free access to content while generating revenue through these advertising avenues. As of May 2017, Boombastis aims to leverage the funds raised in its Seed funding round to enhance content creation and expand its digital footprint. The company is currently focusing on developing new multimedia content formats to engage its audience further. In terms of geographic expansion, there are plans to broaden its reach within Southeast Asia, targeting markets such as Malaysia and the Philippines by the end of 2023.
Current Investors
Unistellar
Primary Industry
Media
Sub Industries
Information Services, Digital Media
Website
www.boombastis.com
Company Stage
Angel & Seed
Total Amount Raised
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