DOT.world
The DOTworld information hubs automatically gather, organize & rank information, helping teams & communities save time and stay informed.
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| N/A | €500k | Angel | |
| Total Funding | 000k | ||
DOT.world was a Dutch media and information services company founded in 2013 by Wim Korevaar, who also served as its CEO. Originally launched under the name Student.world, the platform officially rebranded and launched as DOT.world in September 2016.
The company's core business was a platform that enabled users, including communities and organizations, to create their own specialized 'worlds' of information on virtually any topic. This service was designed to solve the problem of information overload on major search engines and social media by allowing experts and enthusiasts to collaboratively curate and rank the most relevant and valuable content within a specific niche. The goal was to provide a focused environment where users could quickly find high-quality information without sifting through irrelevant results.
The business model centered on providing the tools for these communities to build and organize their own expert platforms. In November 2016, the company announced it had secured €1 million in funding to expand its operations and had already facilitated the creation of over 100 platforms since its September launch. Despite its initial traction and funding, the company ceased operations, with its status listed as 'Out of Business' as of September 2020.
Keywords: content curation, information platforms, collaborative platforms, niche communities, information management, expert networks, content ranking, vertical search, community building, knowledge sharing, Dutch startup, Wim Korevaar, information discovery, expert content, user-generated platforms, online communities, data organization, content aggregation, knowledge management, information filtering