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Social media platform for video and audio comments, fostering conversations and communities for creators and users.
ibble has raised $2.3M across 1 funding round.
Key people at ibble.
ibble has raised $2.3M in total across 1 funding round.
Ibble, an Austin, Texas-based social media platform, enables video and audio comments to foster real conversations and build communities among its users. The platform specifically supports podcasters, artists, and other creators by offering on-demand video Threads and creative tools designed to connect them with their audiences and make collective wisdom both accessible and entertaining. Operating within the social media, lifestyle software, and video sharing sectors, ibble reported approximately $21 million in revenue and maintains an employee base of around 32 individuals. The company targets a broad user base seeking engaging community interactions and knowledge sharing. Raymond Kaminski serves as the organization's CEO, guiding its strategic direction and product development. Ibble was founded in 2018 by Raymond Kaminski, though some reports indicate 2020.
ibble has raised $2.3M in total across 1 funding round.
ibble has raised $2.3M across 1 funding round. Most recently, it raised $2.3M Seed in December 2020.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 1, 2020 | $2.3M Seed | — | — | Announced |
Key people at ibble.
ibble is a social media startup based in Austin, Texas, that builds a platform focused on live video conversations enabling users to engage in longer, more meaningful interactions than typical short-form video apps like TikTok or Instagram[2]. The app serves a diverse user base including celebrities, influencers, and everyday users interested in deeper social engagement through public conversations on various topics. Ibble addresses the problem of superficial social media interactions by fostering richer, interactive video and audio dialogues, supporting community building and knowledge sharing. The company has demonstrated strong growth momentum, recently raising a $12.7 million seed round led by Drive Capital, marking one of the largest seed financings in Texas history[2].
Founded in 2018 by Goldman Sachs veterans Raymond Kaminski, Irving Lee, and Eric Albee, ibble initially started as an educational investing startup but pivoted to focus on social video conversations to create more meaningful user engagement[2]. The founders leveraged their backgrounds in finance and technology to develop a platform that encourages users to connect through live video responses and conversations, rather than passive content consumption. Early traction included attracting a user base of around 80,000, primarily celebrities and influencers, and gaining attention through events like South By Southwest where they launched new features such as Super Events[2].
ibble rides the trend of social media evolution toward more authentic, interactive, and community-driven experiences. As users grow weary of superficial engagement on platforms like TikTok and Instagram, ibble’s emphasis on live, meaningful conversations taps into a growing demand for deeper social connections online. The timing is favorable given increasing interest in video content and live interaction technologies, alongside a cultural shift toward valuing authenticity and mental well-being in digital spaces. Ibble’s approach influences the broader ecosystem by pushing social media toward richer, more participatory formats that combine entertainment, education, and social interaction[2].
Looking ahead, ibble is poised to expand its user base beyond early adopters and influencers by enhancing features like Super Events and broadening content categories. Trends such as increased video consumption, live streaming, and demand for authentic social experiences will shape its growth trajectory. Ibble’s influence may evolve as it challenges dominant social platforms by proving the viability of longer, interactive video conversations as a mainstream social format. Its success could inspire further innovation in social media toward more meaningful digital interactions[2].
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