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IAC Inc. (NASDAQ: IAC) is an internet content and communications services company that describes its mission as building businesses, often in digital media, online marketplaces, and related categories. Company news highlights that from a single original entity, IAC has produced multiple independent, publicly traded companies and continues to operate category-focused platforms such as People Inc. and Care.com, alongside strategic equity positions in MGM Resorts International and Turo Inc.
News about IAC frequently centers on earnings releases, investor presentations, and conference participation. The company regularly announces quarterly results and hosts earnings conference calls, with details furnished through press releases and Form 8-K filings. These updates give investors and analysts insight into segment performance, capital structure developments, and management’s discussion of operating conditions.
Another major stream of IAC-related news comes from its subsidiaries. People Inc., described as America’s largest digital and print publisher and formerly known as Dotdash Meredith, issues announcements about brand strategy, rebranding, and content partnerships. Recent examples include the renaming to People Inc. and an AI content partnership with Meta to provide real-time lifestyle content to Meta AI users, building on earlier commercial agreements with OpenAI and Microsoft.
Care.com, part of the IAC family, generates news around new services and tools in family and senior care. One release describes the launch of a Senior Care Advisor service that connects families with master’s-level social workers to create individualized care plans, reflecting how IAC-affiliated platforms expand their offerings.
Visitors to this IAC news page can review a stream of company and subsidiary announcements, including earnings communications, financing and credit agreement updates, partnerships, product and service launches, and governance matters disclosed via SEC filings. Checking this page helps readers follow how IAC’s mix of media, care, search, and marketplace businesses evolves over time.
On November 17, 2020, The Spruce, a Dotdash brand, launched its new Organization Collection in partnership with Lowe's. Designed for innovative home organization, the product line includes BPA-free clear plastic bins in various shapes and sizes that enhance space utility. This collection marks its first entry into physical retail, with more than 100 application ideas identified by The Spruce's editorial team to assist customers in organizing their homes. The product line is available in Lowe's stores nationwide and online.
RoboKiller recently reported a surge in political text messages following the November 2020 elections, estimating nearly 270 million messages sent from November 4 to November 9. The majority of texts were from Republican sources, totaling over 216 million, but a 17% drop was noted since November 3. In contrast, Democratic messages saw a significant 65% decrease, dropping to under 8.5 million per day. RoboKiller anticipates continued high levels of political texting as future elections approach, emphasizing the importance of managing unwanted messages.
IAC has released its third quarter financial results along with a letter to shareholders, available on its investor relations website. A virtual conference call discussing the results will be held on November 6, 2020, at 8:30 a.m. ET. Key participants include CEO Joey Levin and CFO Glenn H. Schiffman. IAC continues its legacy of building and acquiring companies, maintaining ownership of brands like Vimeo, Dotdash, and ANGI Homeservices, which includes HomeAdvisor and Angie's List. The company is based in New York City.
On November 5, 2020, Vimeo, a subsidiary of IAC, announced a $150 million equity investment from Thrive Capital and GIC, valuing the company at $2.75 billion. This funding aims to enhance R&D, sales, and international growth. Amid record demand, particularly from corporate clients, Vimeo has over 200 million users globally and 3,500 enterprise customers, including Amazon and Starbucks. CEO Anjali Sud highlighted the goal of simplifying video creation for businesses, as Vimeo reported a 44% year-over-year revenue increase in Q3.
In October 2020, RoboKiller reported a staggering 5.06 billion political text messages sent to Americans, marking an 85% increase from September and the highest monthly total on record. The data highlights a significant shift from phone calls as political campaigns increasingly rely on text messaging to engage voters and solicit donations. Major states receiving these messages include California, Florida, and Texas, which together accounted for 35% of the total. The rise in political texts reflects changing campaign strategies amidst the ongoing pandemic.
On October 27, 2020, Vimeo launched Vimeo Record, a free video messaging tool aimed at enhancing workplace collaboration for distributed teams. The platform allows users to record screen videos, share messages, and provide feedback efficiently. Following a surge in demand during the pandemic, Vimeo reports a 40-50% monthly revenue growth and a 500% increase in Vimeo Enterprise accounts. With over 200 million global members, Vimeo targets over 1 billion knowledge workers to leverage video communication. The tool is designed to replace lengthy emails and Zoom calls, offering a streamlined communication method.
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RoboKiller's Political Insights Report reveals that over 2 billion political messages were sent to Americans in the past 30 days ahead of the Presidential Election. Republicans led with approximately 1.5 billion text messages, compared to Democrats' 615 million. Political robocalls fell to around 1 million for Republicans and just over 900,000 for Democrats. The rise of peer-to-peer texting has influenced this trend, effectively increasing voter turnout, particularly among younger voters. Political messaging is expected to continue until polls close on November 3rd.
Vimeo has announced a strategic partnership with GoDaddy, integrating Vimeo's video capabilities into GoDaddy's website builder and marketing tools. This collaboration allows GoDaddy users to upload and manage high-quality video content directly within their websites. Additionally, users can access Vimeo's full suite of video tools for advanced features like custom branding and analytics. The partnership highlights Vimeo's commitment to expanding its market reach and providing businesses with effective video solutions.
Care.com has appointed Megan Poonolly as the new Head of Safety, effective immediately. Poonolly, previously Senior Counsel for Safety at Uber, will lead Care.com's Safety Program, enhancing safety policies and product initiatives for users. CEO Tim Allen emphasized that safety is a top priority for the platform. Care.com mandates comprehensive background checks for caregivers and monitors user interactions for safety. Poonolly will report directly to General Counsel Melanie Goins, focusing on improving safety protocols in the online care industry.