RealNetworks

IPO

RealNetworks is an artificial intelligence company in Seattle, United States, founded in 1995. It has raised $16.7M across 4 rounds, most recently a $729K Grant in October 2021.

Employees
201–500
Founded
1995
Business Model
B2C
Total Funding
$16.7M
Last Round
$729K GrantOct 2021
Rounds
4
Type
Public

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About

Founded in 1994 and based in Seattle, Washington, RealNetworks pioneered internet streaming media and is best known for RealPlayer and RealAudio. The company completed a going-private merger in December 2023, becoming RealNetworks LLC. Today it applies AI and machine learning across four product lines: SAFR (AI facial recognition for physical security), RealPlayer (video management and playback), Kontxt (AI-powered mobile messaging security), and GameHouse (casual games). In February 2026, TransUnion announced a definitive agreement to acquire RealNetworks' mobile division to enhance voice and messaging solutions.

Summary

It lists 201–500 employees. It has raised $16.7M in total across 4 rounds, most recently a $729K Grant round in Oct 2021. Investors include Accel and TCV.

Tech & App Stack

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Funding & Exit History

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GrantSBIR Phase II (USAF)Oct 2021
$729K

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