All Brands Owned by Vox Media

Is Vox Media publicly traded?
No, Vox Media is a privately held company founded by Jim Bankoff, Jerome Armstrong, and Markos Moulitsas. The company has raised $425 million in funding across 11 rounds but remains privately owned, allowing for editorial independence without public market pressures.

What brands does Vox Media own?
Vox Media owns and operates a comprehensive portfolio including Vox, New York Magazine, The Verge, Eater, SB Nation, Vulture, The Cut, Curbed, Polygon, The Dodo, Thrillist, and Popsugar, along with Vox Media Studios and complementary technology platforms including Concert and Forte.

When did Vox Media acquire New York Media?
Vox Media acquired New York Media in 2019, adding prestigious brands including New York Magazine, Vulture, The Cut, and Intelligencer to its portfolio, significantly expanding the company's editorial reach and influence.

How many users does Vox Media reach?
Vox Media reaches over 100 million monthly users across its portfolio of editorial properties, making it one of the largest digital media companies in the United States with significant audience engagement across multiple content verticals.

What is the OpenAI partnership?
In May 2024, Vox Media announced a strategic partnership with OpenAI where Vox Media's editorial content helps inform ChatGPT's 100 million users. The partnership includes brand attribution, audience referrals, and collaboration on developing innovative products using OpenAI technology.

What is Language Please?
Language Please is Vox Media's initiative providing practical tools for journalists, marketers, and content creators to address social, cultural, and identity-related topics. Originally launched in December 2020 with funding from the Google News Initiative Innovation Challenge, it was expanded in February 2026 to include content creators, reflecting the evolving media landscape.

Who is the CEO of Vox Media?
Jim Bankoff is the CEO and co-founder of Vox Media. He has led the company since its founding in 2005, guiding its growth from a political blog network into a diversified digital media portfolio with over 100 million monthly users.