Semafor

Semafor is a global news organization that publishes on its website, in newsletters and through live events. Its articles separate reported facts from the journalist's analysis and other views in a fixed format. It covers business, politics, technology and world news, with bureaus in New York, Washington, London and Africa, and makes much of its revenue from sponsorships and events.

Consumer & mediaDigital news media and eventsNew York, United States
FoundersSince 2022
  • Justin B. SmithCEO
  • Ben SmithEditor-in-chief
Valuation
$330M
Total raised
$74M
Last round · Jan 2026
Series A
Founded
2022
Employees
60

Funding rounds

DateRound · leadRaisedValuation
Jan 7, 2026Series A$30M$330M
May 24, 2023Pre-seed extension$19M—
May 2022Pre-seed$25M—

Team

  • Justin B. Smith
    Co-founder and CEO
  • Ben Smith
    Co-founder and Editor-in-chief
  • Rachel Oppenheim
    Chief Revenue Officer
Semafor | Venture Place