As stated by 9GAG co-founder Ray Chan, “9GAG does not create memes or rage comics, but helps spread them.” [better source needed] [better source needed] In a 2015 Slate article, writer Amanda Hess described 9GAG’s reposting of content from Instagram as part of an “online ecosystem of joke stealing”.
What is 9GAG chat?
In summer 2014 9GAG launched 9CHAT. 9GAG users are able to log into their account and write to others by sending them a message. 9CHAT also added support for the creation of groups in different sections. January 2015, 9GAG launched its first game called 9GAG Redhead redemption .
What is the most annoying thing about 9gags?
Stealing content. By far the most annoying thing of all, is 9gags complete inability to add sources for anything – ANYTHING – they post. It’s basically the modern day equivalent of eBaums world.
What happened to 9GAG?
The 9GAG co-founding team discontinued all other projects and shifted their focus exclusively on 9GAG. 500 Startups was given equity for their aid and mentorship. In July 2012, 9GAG raised an additional US$2.8 million in funding from Silicon Valley-based venture capital, including True Ventures and Greycroft Partners.
Who is the co-founder of 9GAG?
Here’s what Ray Chan, CEO and co-founder of 9GAG, and COO Lillian Leong, had to say about audience development, global humor and what it’s like to run a media startup from Hong Kong.
What is 9GAG and why should you care?
If you enjoy getting lost in memes and social media, you’ve undoubtedly stumbled across 9GAG at some point. 9GAG is a Hong Kong-based site that hosts and distributes funny pictures, videos and memes. In terms of audience, it’s up there with content hosting and distribution sites like UNILAD and LADBible.
Where is 9GAG located?
This funding was able to support 9GAG’s engineering team growth both in Hong Kong and in Silicon Valley. 9GAG is headquartered in Tsuen Wan, Hong Kong with offices in Mountain View, California.
