Backlight

https://www.backlight.co/
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Backlight, a privately owned company headquartered in the United States, was founded in 2021, employs approximately 260 individuals, and reported $50.0M in revenue as of 2024. The company specializes in software development, operating as a global media and entertainment technology company that has acquired a portfolio of cloud-native software solutions for video content ideation, pre-production, planning, post-production, distribution, and analysis. Backlight operates two divisions: Backlight Creative, which includes the product lines of ftrack, cineSync, iconik Gem, and Celtx; and Backlight Streaming, which includes the product lines of Zype and Wildmoka.

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Founded

2021

Headcount

250

Headquarters

United States

Primary Segment

Software Development

Ownership

Privately Owned

Deployments

119

News Summary:

On June 17, 2026, Castlabs and Backlight announced an integration that brings Castlabs’ cloud multi-DRM service DRMtoday and single-frame forensic watermarking technology STARDUSTmark into Backlight’s Iconik, its creative operations and media asset management (MAM) platform. This integration positions Iconik as the first platform of its kind to support frame-accurate forensic watermarking.

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Backlight offers 12 products in the media tech industry. Backlight's product portfolio comprises of production and post production, video processing and playout, video business systems, user experience and devices and content supply chain.

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Backlight's revenues were less than $100M in 2024. Caretta Research has split Backlight's revenue into 8 different product categories.

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Jun

30th

2026

11:35

Doctor Loan Interest Rates in India: Complete Guide

Key Takeaways There is no single interest rate available to every doctor. Your profession may help you access tailored offers, but your credit score, income, existing EMIs, loan amount and tenure play a major role in the final pricing.

Zype

Jun

17th

2026

02:27

Emerging Tech, Partnerships and Alliances

Backlight Brings Studio-Grade Content Security to Iconik Proxy Workflows Using Castlabs’ Stardustmark and Drmtoday

Castlabs and Backlight announced an integration that brings Castlabs’ cloud multi-DRM service, DRMtoday, and single-frame forensic watermarking technology, STARDUSTmark, into Backlight’s Iconik, the creative operations and media asset management (MAM) platform, making Iconik the first of its kind to support frame-accurate forensic watermarking.

MarTech Series

Jun

16th

2026

07:35

B2B Tag

Overdraft vs Personal Loan: Key Differences Explained

You may be waiting for a client payment but need to clear vendor dues. You may have multiple small expenses coming up in the same month and are unsure how much you will actually use. Or you may need funds for a fixed expense such as a course fee, home repair estimate, or medical bill where the amount is already clear.

Zype

Jun

16th

2026

01:00

Emerging Tech, Partnerships and Alliances

Backlight brings studio-grade content security to Iconik proxy workflows using Castlabs' STARDUSTmark and DRMtoday

Castlabs and Backlight today announced an integration that brings Castlabs' cloud multi-DRM service, DRMtoday , and single-frame forensic watermarking technology, STARDUSTmark , into Backlight's Iconik , the creative operations and media asset management (MAM) platform, making Iconik the first of its kind to support frame-accurate forensic watermarking.■

PR Newswire

Jun

8th

2026

12:22

Emerging Tech, B2B Tag

Top RBI Approved Loan Apps in India 2026

When money is needed urgently, one rarely wants to deal with paperwork or wait days just to know if a loan is approved. That is why instant personal loan apps have become a go-to option for many borrowers in India.

Zype

Jun

3rd

2026

11:19

New Offerings, Emerging Tech

Zype Powers Night Flight Plus “Deep Dive” Interactive Streaming Experience

Night Flight Plus has launched Deep Dive, a new second-screen experience built on Zype infrastructure that expands real-time cultural discovery across live and on-demand programming. NEW YORK (June 03, 2026) – Night Flight Plus, the cult-favorite streaming platform and cultural archive, has launched Deep Dive, an innovative companion experience designed to transform passive viewing into interactive exploration.

Zype US

May

14th

2026

03:09

Events, B2B Tag

AHG appoints Backlight as Cameo distributor for Malta

[Malta] The Adam Hall Group is further expanding its international sales network and strengthening its presence in the Mediterranean region: with immediate effect, Backlight is taking over the distribution of the lighting technology brand Cameo in Malta.

LSi Online

May

13th

2026

05:13

Partnerships and Alliances, B2B Tag

Backlight appointed as Cameo’s Malta distribution partner

The Adam Hall Group has appointed Backlight Ltd as Malta distributor for lighting technology brand Cameo. Backlight serves customers in the live events, broadcast and fixed installation sectors and plans to position the broad Cameo portfolio in both the rental and installation markets.

Installation International

May

11th

2026

07:12

B2B Tag

Can an 18-Year-Old Get a Personal Loan in India?

Turning 18 is a big deal. You can vote, drive, and legally enter into financial contracts. But can you get a personal loan for an 18-year-old in India? The short answer is yes, but only under certain conditions.

Zype

May

7th

2026

15:32

Emerging Tech

From Tool Sprawl to Creative Velocity: Rethinking the Modern Media Stack

Backlight builds the infrastructure that powers modern media production — from first draft to final distribution. Its portfolio of specialized products — Celtx, Ftrack, Iconik, Wildmoka, and Zype — covers every critical stage of the media lifecycle: pre-production, production tracking, media asset management, live content publishing, and video monetization.

NAB Show

Apr

21st

2026

08:12

Emerging Tech, B2B Tag

Top Instant Loan Apps for Students in India (2026)

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Zype

Apr

20th

2026

16:58

Emerging Tech

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Backlight's customers primarily consist of telecoms and search, social, and retail media companies. Examples of Backlight's customers include Orange Group, AT&T and Google. Backlight has commercial and technical partners like IBM, Apple and Microsoft.

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