The Recursive
An independent media platform for innovation journalism.
| Date | Investors | Amount | Round |
|---|---|---|---|
| - | investor | €0.0 | round |
| N/A | €0.0 | round | |
* | €450k | Seed | |
| Total Funding | 000k | ||
| USD | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|
| Revenues | 0000 | 0000 |
| % growth | - | 55 % |
| EBITDA | 0000 | 0000 |
| Profit | 0000 | 0000 |
| EV | 0000 | 0000 |
| EV / revenue | 00.0x | 00.0x |
| EV / EBITDA | 00.0x | 00.0x |
| R&D budget | 0000 | 0000 |
Source: Dealroom estimates
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The Recursive is an independent, community-born online media company focused on the innovation and startup ecosystems within Central and Eastern Europe (CEE). The company was founded in early 2021 by Irina Obushtarova, who now serves as CEO, and Etien Yovchev. It began with a small team and has since grown to include 13 members with extensive combined experience.
The firm's core mission is to provide constructive, in-depth reporting on the emerging technology landscape in the CEE region and to bridge the gap between local ecosystems and global markets. The Recursive operates as a digital media platform, offering news, analysis, and stories through its website, videos, and podcasts. The content is designed to serve a wide audience, from entrepreneurs and investors to technology communities, shining a light on the individuals and companies shaping the region's future economy. The platform aims to inspire the next wave of founders by sharing the stories of local pioneers.
Since its launch, The Recursive has published over 2,700 stories, reaching an audience of over 1 million people globally. The business model appears to be centered on content creation and distribution, likely generating revenue through advertising, sponsored content, and potentially through its Storytelling Studio, which offers strategic communications and PR services to help CEE IT companies expand internationally. The company has established itself as a trusted source of information within the region, building a significant network of key stakeholders in CEE and international markets such as the US, UK, and the DACH region.
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