Bestofmedia Group, a France-based online media publishing company focused on technology, has announced a funding of $35 million (€
22.5 million) from venture capital firm Index Ventures. It will use the funds to accelerate growth in the US market, build on its position as a leading independent online media site, and expand its technology-focused offerings.
With more than 25 million monthly unique visitors, Bestofmedia claims to be currently ranked as one of the top three global sites for high-tech news and information. Its online brands include Tom's Hardware (www.tomshardware.com), Tom's Guide (www.tomsguide.com) and Tom's Games (www.tomsgames.com).
The group provides real-time technology product reviews, news and information targeted at IT decision makers, business executives, consumers, corporate buyers, industry analysts, tech enthusiasts and purchasing influencers. It has acquired and integrated BuyCentral.com, Presence-PC.com, Infos-du-Net.com, JeuxVideoPC.com, TomsHardware.com, MaPetiteEntreprise.net and 3Labs.
