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Fizz expands college social app to Middle East markets
The app now operates at more than 800 U.S. colleges and reports over one million users. Revenue is being generated while the company seeks additional capital through a SAFE investment capped at $200 million.
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Fizz operates a social media platform limited to college students and has expanded into the Middle East. The service is available at more than 800 U.S. colleges and reports more than one million users in the United States. Around half of active users open the app daily.
The company stated it is generating revenue and is seeking additional capital through a SAFE investment with a $200 million valuation cap.
International growth Fizz launched in Saudi Arabia in March.
Users in the region have sent more than 10 million direct messages, and the average age of Middle Eastern users is 25. The company said some users continue using the app after graduation, a pattern observed more frequently outside the United States.
Advertising and brand safety Early advertisers include Sony Pictures, Amazon, Perplexity, Kalshi, and Quizlet. The platform is rated 17+ on the Apple App Store and does not permit high school users. The company has faced prior scrutiny over anonymous posts, including a 2024 Wall Street Journal report on activity at one high school.
Officials at the company stated the app is intended for local communities beyond campus.
