When was Digital Trends founded and by whom?
Digital Trends was founded in June 2006 by Ian Bell and Dan Gaul. The two men launched the website from Lake Oswego, a quiet suburb of Portland.
Questions about Digital Trends
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Who served as Editor-in-chief of Digital Trends from 2014 to 2021?
Jeremy Kaplan served as Editor-in-chief of Digital Trends from 2014 until his departure in May 2021. Andrew Martonik stepped in as interim editor in chief after Kaplan left.
What was the traffic growth for Digital Trends in 2015?
The year 2015 marked a pivotal turning point for Digital Trends as the site experienced a 100-percent increase in traffic. The site reached over 24 million unique readers globally and more than 13 million U.S. readers.
Did Condé Nast acquire Digital Trends in 2016?
Reports in late summer of 2016 stated that Condé Nast was preparing to acquire Digital Trends for $120 million. CEO Ian Bell denied that his company was in active talks, and the company remained privately owned.
What partnership did Digital Trends form in 2021?
By 2021, Digital Trends formed a strategic partnership with Valnet, the parent company of Screen Rant. This collaboration allowed the company to pool resources and reach larger news audiences.
What internal challenges did Digital Trends face in 2020?
In 2020, Digital Trends faced significant internal challenges regarding racial bias and harassment at company events held in 2017 and 2018. CEO Ian Bell publicly addressed the issues while noting his stance against cancel culture.