Top Media Startups

These are the top Media startups to watch this September, including emerging and trending companies showing strong growth in user interest.

CURRENT TOP MEDIA STARTUPS - UPDATED SEP 2026

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1. Higgsfield

Exploding Growth
Exploding Growth

Higgsfield is an AI-native creative suite for generating and editing images, videos, and audio, with tools oriented toward cinematic and marketing content. Higgsfield differentiates itself through an integrated creative…

Startup Details
Founded
Nov 2023
Total Funding
Latest Round
Data & Forecast
2 years Growth
+8400%
Monthly Search Volume
610/mo
12 Month Forecast
Advanced Filtering
  • marketing
  • social-media
  • media
  • art
  • ai
  • startup
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2. Basically Games

Exploding Growth
Exploding Growth

Indie game development company known for creating the 'Baldi's Basics' series. Basically Games differentiates itself by offering a unique blend of educational and horror elements in its games, which has garnered a…

Startup Details
Location
Founded
Jun 2018
Total Funding
Latest Round
Data & Forecast
2 years Growth
+456%
Monthly Search Volume
3.6K/mo
12 Month Forecast
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  • business
  • technology
  • entertainment
  • gaming
  • media
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3. 6am city

Exploding Growth
Exploding Growth

Media company that focuses on aggregating, curating, and narrating local content to engage and activate communities. It delivers daily emails with relevant local news and events, aiming to redefine community engagement…

Startup Details
Location
Founded
Jul 2016
Total Funding
Latest Round
Data & Forecast
2 years Growth
+274%
Monthly Search Volume
2.4K/mo
12 Month Forecast
Advanced Filtering
  • business
  • entertainment
  • media
  • marketing
  • workplace
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4. pippit

Regular Growth
Regular Growth

Platform utilizing artificial intelligence to aid users in generating multimedia content, including videos, images, advertisements, and avatars. It differentiates itself by offering AI-driven tools that streamline the…

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Location
Founded
-
Total Funding
Latest Round
Data & Forecast
2 years Growth
+4900%
Monthly Search Volume
90.5K/mo
12 Month Forecast
Advanced Filtering
  • ai
  • media
  • startup
  • business
  • technology
  • software
  • marketing
  • productivity
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5. Channel ai

Peaked Growth
Peaked Growth

Platform offering AI-driven tools for companionship, image creation, and video generation, aimed at enhancing content creation. It provides unique capabilities for developing characters and media content through…

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Location
Founded
-
Total Funding
Latest Round
Data & Forecast
2 years Growth
+1700%
Monthly Search Volume
33.1K/mo
12 Month Forecast
Advanced Filtering
  • technology
  • entertainment
  • software
  • ai
  • automation
  • media
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6. Upscale.media

Exploding Growth
Exploding Growth

AI-powered tool that automatically upscales images in just a few seconds. It helps individuals, agencies, and e-commerce companies increase productivity and revenue through bulk AI design tools, offering a quick and…

Startup Details
Location
Founded
Jan 2020
Total Funding
Latest Round
Data & Forecast
2 years Growth
+188%
Monthly Search Volume
74K/mo
12 Month Forecast
Advanced Filtering
  • ai
  • design
  • media
  • technology
  • art
  • social-media
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7. Metafy

Exploding Growth
Exploding Growth

Online coaching platform that allows video gamers to monetize their skills by offering coaching and courses. It provides a space for gamers to improve their abilities by learning from some of the best players in the…

Startup Details
Location
Founded
May 2020
Total Funding
Latest Round
Data & Forecast
2 years Growth
+306%
Monthly Search Volume
27.1K/mo
12 Month Forecast
Advanced Filtering
  • business
  • technology
  • entertainment
  • productivity
  • gaming
  • media
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8. Area15 vegas

Exploding Growth
Exploding Growth

Entertainment and retail complex in Las Vegas known for its immersive experiences, art installations, and interactive attractions. Area15 features notable attractions such as Meow Wolf's Omega Mart, along with a variety…

Startup Details
Location
Founded
Sep 2020
Total Funding
Latest Round
Data & Forecast
2 years Growth
+50%
Monthly Search Volume
8.1K/mo
12 Month Forecast
Advanced Filtering
  • business
  • technology
  • entertainment
  • retail
  • media
  • vr-ar
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9. Elixir Games

Peaked Growth
Peaked Growth

Game distribution platform that offers a PC game launcher for discovering and running games. Elixir Games differentiates itself by integrating Web3 elements such as NFTs and wallets, and features a launchpad for Web3…

Startup Details
Location
Founded
Jan 2017
Total Funding
Latest Round
Data & Forecast
2 years Growth
+107%
Monthly Search Volume
720/mo
12 Month Forecast
Advanced Filtering
  • technology
  • entertainment
  • gaming
  • media
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10. Ghost newsletter

Peaked Growth
Peaked Growth

The Ghost newsletter is a feature of the Ghost platform, an all-in-one solution for running a media business. It enables users to collect subscribers, send newsletters, publish premium content, and earn recurring…

Startup Details
Location
Founded
Apr 2013
Total Funding
Latest Round
Data & Forecast
2 years Growth
+123%
Monthly Search Volume
1.9K/mo
12 Month Forecast
Advanced Filtering
  • business
  • technology
  • entertainment
  • media
  • streaming
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11. Clips ai

Peaked Growth
Peaked Growth

Tool designed for creating clips from audio-centric, narrative-based videos such as podcasts, interviews, speeches, and sermons. It uses a clipping algorithm that analyzes a video's transcript to identify and create…

Startup Details
Location
Founded
Jan 2022
Total Funding
Latest Round
Data & Forecast
2 years Growth
+273%
Monthly Search Volume
33.1K/mo
12 Month Forecast
Advanced Filtering
  • technology
  • entertainment
  • ai
  • media
  • streaming
Growth
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12. Flow Media

Peaked Growth
Peaked Growth

Company established in 2015 that specializes in visual storytelling, particularly focusing on social good videos and storytelling. Flow Media is known for its genuine and honest voice in its productions, differentiating…

Startup Details
Location
Founded
Jan 2015
Total Funding
Latest Round
Data & Forecast
2 years Growth
+183%
Monthly Search Volume
2.9K/mo
12 Month Forecast
Advanced Filtering
  • business
  • entertainment
  • media
  • marketing
Growth
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13. Loudly AI

Exploding Growth
Exploding Growth

AI-powered music platform that allows users to instantly discover, generate, and customize music for their digital projects. The platform offers 100% royalty-free music and provides AI-assisted recommendations based on…

Startup Details
Location
Founded
Mar 2020
Total Funding
Latest Round
Data & Forecast
2 years Growth
+77%
Monthly Search Volume
2.9K/mo
12 Month Forecast
Advanced Filtering
  • business
  • technology
  • entertainment
  • ai
  • media
Growth
Peaked
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14. History Hit

Peaked Growth
Peaked Growth

Platform dedicated to bringing historical content to modern audiences through various channels and mediums. Founded in 2017, it offers over 500 videos and is known for its award-winning podcast network and online…

Startup Details
Location
Founded
Jan 2017
Total Funding
Latest Round
Data & Forecast
2 years Growth
+19%
Monthly Search Volume
8.1K/mo
12 Month Forecast
Advanced Filtering
  • business
  • entertainment
  • ecommerce
  • retail
  • media
  • streaming
Growth
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15. Transistor.fm

Peaked Growth
Peaked Growth

Transistor.fm is a podcast hosting and analytics platform founded in 2017, co-founded by Jon Buda and Justin Jackson. It offers features such as unlimited podcast hosting, advanced analytics, and a built-in podcast…

Startup Details
Location
Founded
Jul 2017
Total Funding
Latest Round
Data & Forecast
2 years Growth
+47%
Monthly Search Volume
3.6K/mo
12 Month Forecast
Advanced Filtering
  • business
  • technology
  • entertainment
  • media
  • streaming
Growth
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16. Ravyn

Exploding Growth
Exploding Growth

Musician known for her intricate and harmonically rich music, often blending elements of R&B, soul, and electronic genres. Her work is distinguished by its unique soundscapes and vocal prowess, setting her apart in the…

Startup Details
Location
Founded
Jan 2019
Total Funding
Latest Round
Data & Forecast
2 years Growth
+338%
Monthly Search Volume
74K/mo
12 Month Forecast
Advanced Filtering
  • entertainment
  • lifestyle
  • media
  • art
Growth
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17. Amazon Live Shopping

Peaked Growth
Peaked Growth

Platform where celebrities, influencers, and brands can host live-streamed shopping events on Amazon, allowing hosts to showcase and demonstrate products, share favorite items, and offer exclusive deals. The platform…

Startup Details
Location
Founded
Jan 2017
Total Funding
Latest Round
Data & Forecast
2 years Growth
+267%
Monthly Search Volume
8.1K/mo
12 Month Forecast
Advanced Filtering
  • business
  • entertainment
  • ecommerce
  • retail
  • streaming
  • media
Growth
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18. Mainframe Industries

Peaked Growth
Peaked Growth

Pan-Nordic game venture with studios in Helsinki, Finland, and Reykjavik, Iceland, known for developing innovative video games. Mainframe Industries differentiates itself by bringing together veterans from renowned…

Startup Details
Location
Founded
Apr 2019
Total Funding
Latest Round
Data & Forecast
2 years Growth
+1100%
Monthly Search Volume
390/mo
12 Month Forecast
Advanced Filtering
  • business
  • technology
  • entertainment
  • gaming
  • media
Growth
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19. NextUp Comedy

Regular Growth
Regular Growth

A platform that livestreams and offers on-demand content of stand-up comedy shows, primarily from the UK's comedy scene. NextUp Comedy differentiates itself by streaming around 150 shows annually and providing a free…

Startup Details
Location
Founded
Jan 2016
Total Funding
Latest Round
Data & Forecast
2 years Growth
+300%
Monthly Search Volume
260/mo
12 Month Forecast
Advanced Filtering
  • business
  • technology
  • entertainment
  • streaming
  • media
Growth
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20. Mobile Premier League

Peaked Growth
Peaked Growth

A leading mobile eSports platform that allows users to participate in both free and paid competitions across a wide range of games. It offers over 60 games in various categories, including fantasy sports, sports games,…

Startup Details
Location
Founded
Jan 2018
Total Funding
Latest Round
Data & Forecast
2 years Growth
+100%
Monthly Search Volume
2.9K/mo
12 Month Forecast
Advanced Filtering
  • technology
  • entertainment
  • gaming
  • media
Growth
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21. Redhill games

Peaked Growth
Peaked Growth

Game development studio founded in 2018, with locations in Helsinki, Finland, and Nicosia, Cyprus. The studio focuses on creating AAA games and is known for the video game 'Nine to Five,' which emphasizes tactical…

Startup Details
Location
Founded
Jan 2018
Total Funding
Latest Round
Data & Forecast
2 years Growth
+32%
Monthly Search Volume
210/mo
12 Month Forecast
Advanced Filtering
  • business
  • technology
  • entertainment
  • gaming
  • media
Growth
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22. Openly

Exploding Growth
Exploding Growth

Insurance company that offers comprehensive coverage through independent agents, focusing on consumer choice and straightforward solutions. Openly differentiates itself by providing a transparent and user-friendly…

Startup Details
Location
Founded
Jan 2017
Total Funding
Latest Round
Data & Forecast
2 years Growth
+88%
Monthly Search Volume
14.8K/mo
12 Month Forecast
Advanced Filtering
  • technology
  • entertainment
  • programming
  • media
Growth
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23. Cozyla

Exploding Growth
Exploding Growth

Brand offering electronic products like portable TVs and digital calendars, known for high-definition displays. Cozyla differentiates itself by providing free shipping and a 30-day return policy, enhancing customer…

Startup Details
Location
Founded
Mar 2022
Total Funding
Latest Round
Data & Forecast
2 years Growth
+600%
Monthly Search Volume
14.8K/mo
12 Month Forecast
Advanced Filtering
  • technology
  • home
  • entertainment
  • home-decor
  • streaming
  • media
Growth
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24. Generated photos

Exploding Growth
Exploding Growth

Service that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to create unique, realistic human faces and full bodies. It offers a gallery of over 2 million pre-generated diverse faces, tools to generate custom faces and humans, and…

Startup Details
Location
Founded
Aug 2019
Total Funding
Latest Round
Data & Forecast
2 years Growth
+89%
Monthly Search Volume
8.1K/mo
12 Month Forecast
Advanced Filtering
  • business
  • technology
  • ai
  • marketing
  • gaming
  • art
  • media
  • social-media
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25. Earbuds App

Peaked Growth
Peaked Growth

Music-sharing platform that facilitates the exchange of music between Apple Music and Spotify. It matches songs across these services to eliminate the need for multiple apps or links with ads, and allows the creation of…

Startup Details
Location
Founded
Jan 2017
Total Funding
Latest Round
Data & Forecast
2 years Growth
+91%
Monthly Search Volume
1.6K/mo
12 Month Forecast
Advanced Filtering
  • technology
  • entertainment
  • lifestyle
  • social-media
  • streaming
  • media
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Media Startups at a Glance

Media startups tracked
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Highest monthly search volume
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