Type: Subsidiary
On the web: http://www.weblogsinc.com

Weblogs creates industry-oriented blogs (or online journals) based on a variety of content niches. The company has more than 80 different blogs that are centrally owned and controlled and linked to one another. Blogs include Engadget (technology), Joystiq (gaming), Autoblog (automotive), Cinematical (films), FanHouse (sports), DIY Life ("do-it-yourself" projects), and BloggingBuyouts (money and finance). The company earns revenue from advertisers such as Microsoft and Audible. Weblogs was founded in 2004. It is a subsidiary of Web portal AOL, operating within AOL Media, a formal business unit devoted to publishing activities.

Officers:
CEO: Jason McCabe Calacanis
President: Brian D. Alvey
VP Operations: Jade Li

Competitors:
Gawker Media
IAC
WebMediaBrands

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