Beepl

Beepl

A social interactive site, allows users to seek answers and opinion from subject specialists, enthusiasts and their social network.

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London, United Kingdom
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$2—2m
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Beepl, founded in 2011, operated as a platform for experts to share opinions and answer questions across various subjects. The London-based company aimed to create a community where users could follow specialists, moving beyond a simple question-and-answer format to foster a network based on demonstrated expertise. The platform launched out of private beta in early 2012, initially attracting a user base of technologists and business professionals. Its model was designed around the semantic search of users' areas of interest, leveraging their social networks to match them with relevant questions and discussions.

The company's core offering was an online platform where specialists in different fields could build a reputation by providing valuable insights. Beepl targeted professionals and hobbyists who wanted to engage in meaningful conversations within their areas of knowledge. In July 2011, the company secured $399K in a Seed Round from investors including Absurd Capital and Credo Ventures. This funding supported its early-stage development and launch.

By November 2012, Beepl was acquired by Brand Embassy, marking the conclusion of its journey as an independent, venture-backed startup. At the time of its acquisition, the company was generating revenue, although specific details of its monetization strategy are not publicly detailed. The acquisition represented an exit for its early investors and founders. Post-acquisition, the Beepl platform was integrated into the acquiring company's services.

Keywords: Q&A platform, expert network, online community, knowledge sharing, semantic search, social Q&A, professional networking, information services, Brand Embassy acquisition, Credo Ventures, Absurd Capital, Beepl.com, expert answers, online discussions, topic specialists

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