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Glance surpasses 30 million users in Indonesia; the smart lock screen is now positioned to become one of the country’s biggest consumer tech platforms 

February 24, 2023

Expects to cross 50 million in four to six quarters; aims massive expansion across existing platforms and new platform launch this year – co. said at flagship event Glance Indonesia Unlocked 2023 

Nostra from Glance emerges as India and Southeast Asia's largest mobile gaming platform with over 75 million monthly active users; aims to cross 200 million by 2024

January 24, 2023

With plans to launch in North America and Latin America in the future, Nostra envisions becoming one of the biggest platforms for all gaming experiences globally

Glance Gaming grows over 2x in three quarters driven by women and non-metro gamers, finds Glance Gaming Trends Report 2022

November 24, 2022

Platform’s monthly active user base has reached 65 million as of October 2022; over 73% users belong to non-metros and 47% are women

Roposo and celebrity chef Saransh Goila co-create ‘Delishaas’, a modern cookware brand that makes cooking fun for all

October 18, 2022

The direct-to-consumer brand will have trendy cookware essentials which elevate everyday cooking experiences, add to the aesthetic appeal of kitchens, and help make food healthier

Roposo to double live streamer base in next twelve months to power Hyperlive content on Roposo and Glance Lock Screen Platforms

September 29, 2022

Over 1000 live streamers to be groomed to create premium, interactive live experiences across content genres; top 50 live streamers recognized at recent Roposo Live Streamer Fest

Glance launches Glance For All program; leverages lock screen to promote inclusivity and amplify positive social messages at scale

September 29, 2022

GFA will kick off with a celebration of Joy Of Giving Week from Oct 2 – 8; over 20 non-profits and individuals will be featured to raise awareness about multiple social causes

Glance to mark 75th Anniversary of India’s Independence with the unveiling of ‘Hyperlive’ experiences and a day long extravaganza on lock screens

Bangalore, August 13, 2022

Hyperlive is yet another “Made-In-India, For the World Innovation” from Glance after pioneering lock screen as a category globally

Glance launches India’s largest live, interactive festival on smartphone lock screens

May 19, 2022

The Glance LIVE Fest, a unique three-day festival will bring over 70 million users, top celebs, creators, game streamers, and brands together through premium LIVE experiences

Glance redefines television with live, interactive experiences on smart TVs; launches Glance TV for Android TVs in India

April 11, 2022

 Glance TV to give users LIVE streams and real-time interactions that transform passive television content consumption to an active social experience  

Glance to bring NFT-based Live gaming on lock screens globally; acquires gaming company Gambit

March 25, 2022

Gambit to help Glance launch creator-led NFTs for live gaming, and live experiences like e-sports streaming, multi-player tournaments and game shows for millions of gamers on the platform

Glance unveils its Indonesia First Strategy at its flagship event ‘Indonesia Unlocked’

February 23, 2022

Hopes to create multiple monetisation opportunities for local creators, brands and publishers in the country; will expand local team with a view to bring users the most ‘selalu happening’ content on smartphone lock screen

Jio Platforms to invest US$200 million in Glance

February 14, 2022

Investment to expedite Glance’s vision of bringing Internet to Smartphone Lock Screens Globally

Roposo joins hands with Ekta R Kapoor to launch ‘EK’, a creator-led consumer brand

Singapore/Mumbai, November 10, 2021

Entrepreneur and entertainment industry icon Ekta R Kapoor, and Roposo, owned by Glance, the consumer internet company announced the launch of a home decor, home furnishing and wellness brand, ‘EK’. This is the first label to be launched by Roposo through Glance Collective, a joint venture company between Glance and Collective Artists Network.

Glance partners with realme as the exclusive lock screen content discovery platform for its smart phones in India and Indonesia 

Singapore/Shenzhen/Bangalore, 28th October 2021

Lock screen content platform Glance has entered into an exclusive partnership with leading mobile phone brand realme, to power the lock screen of its smartphones in India and Indonesia with exciting content. According to realme’s estimates, Glance will be rolled out on approximately 30 million of its smartphones in India, and 7 million in Indonesia, by the end of CY2022, which is expected to give a boost to Glance’s active user base in these countries. 

Glance invests in Collective Artists Network; taps into one of India’s largest entertainment talent pools to power Creator-Driven Live Entertainment and Commerce

Singapore/Mumbai/Bangalore, 25th October 2021

Glance, the consumer internet company behind two of India’s largest digital content platforms – Glance and Roposo – today announced that it has made an investment in Collective Artists Network, a leading Indian talent management network and pop culture marketplace.

Roposo gears up to disrupt online shopping globally with creator-led, live entertainment commerce

Singapore/Bangalore, 13th October 2021: With an intent to disrupt the mobile and online commerce space, Roposo today announced that it is launching India’s first digital destination for ‘creator-led, live entertainment commerce’. Roposo’s new offering will enable consumers to shop for top-notch products in real time with some of their most loved creators, while taking part in entertaining, contemporary pop-culture, within a live, ‘virtual mall’ environment. The move gives Roposo the potential to not just redefine the way India shops, but also to power the country’s creator economy, through multiple entrepreneurial opportunities for thousands of creators, at a large scale.

Glance and Collective Artists Network announce a global platform for celebrities and creators to launch their own brands

Singapore/Mumbai, July 06, 2021

Glance, the world’s largest lock screen-based content provider and owner of video-platform Roposo, today announced that it has entered into a joint venture with Collective Artists Network, India’s largest talent management agency and pop culture marketplace. The JV company, Glance Collective, will co-create and operate multiple unique brands in partnership with some of India’s biggest digital creators, which include top celebrities and social media influencers.

Glance To Acquire Shop101 To Launch Influencer-led Commerce Platform On Mobile Lock Screens Globally

June 14, 2021

Glance, the world’s largest lock screen based content discovery platform and owner of video-platform Roposo, today announced that it is acquiring full stack e-commerce platform Shop101. The acquisition will provide Glance and Roposo end-to-end capability for launching celebrity and influencer-led LIVE commerce, as the company looks to transform mobile shopping experience for consumers globally.

Glance Raises $145 Million From Google and Mithril Capital

December 22, 2020

Glance, the world’s leading lock screen platform, today announced that it has closed a $145 million investment round from Google and existing investor Mithril Capital. Glance is a subsidiary of InMobi Group and owner of the fast-growing video-sharing social media platform Roposo

Glance Acquires Video Platform Roposo to Boost Vernacular Video Content

November 25, 2019

Glance, India’s fastest growing and the third-largest content platform, today announced the acquisition of Roposo, a Tiger Global and Bertelsmann backed short-video platform. As a result of this acquisition, Glance will get access to Roposo’s extensive network of professional, vernacular content creators and more than 42 million users. The acquisition also gives Glance ownership of Roposo’s video technology, platform and brand.

Glance Raises 45 Million Dollar Mithril Capital

September 10, 2019

Glance Raises $45 Million Investment From Mithril Capital As It Crosses 50 Million Daily Active Users. Backed by Silicon Valley investors Ajay Royan and Peter Thiel, India’s fastest growing content platform will use the funds to launch multiple platforms and expand into Southeast Asia.

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InMobi’s Glance raises $45M to expand outside of India

BY MANISH SINGH, September 10, 2019

Why InMobi’s new service is worth more than a glance

BY DEEPTI CHAUDHARY, May 30, 2019

InMobi wants to glue your attention to your lock screen

BY HARICHANDAN ARAKALI, April 17, 2019