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NewsBreak

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NewsBreak is a Content Intelligence platform founded in 2015, positioning itself as a leading destination for local news and information. The company operates at the intersection of media and technology, serving the local news, content aggregation, and media verticals. It has achieved unicorn status, indicating a valuation exceeding one billion dollars.

The platform's core technical work involves artificial intelligence, recommendation systems, and adtech. Its scale is significant, with a user base of approximately 40 million monthly active users. This positions engineering teams to work on systems that process and personalize content for a large and diverse audience.

The company's workplace environment has been recognized by external organizations. NewsBreak was ranked No. 32 on Fast Company's Top Workplaces for Innovators list and has received certification as a Great Place to Work.

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