LiveOne, Inc. Overview
Pro stress-test →LiveOne (NASDAQ: LVO) is a creator-first music, entertainment, and technology platform headquartered in Los Angeles/Beverly Hills that focuses on premium content delivered through memberships, livestreams, digital media, and live and virtual events. The company operates through three segments: PodcastOne, Slacker, and Media Group, providing a live music streaming platform, podcasting platform, and integrated membership/advertising streaming music service.
Strategic Profile
Pro stress-test →As of January 2026, LiveOne closed $65M+ in partnership revenue with B2B partners spanning carriers, retail, consumer electronics, entertainment, automotive and hospitality, and maintains a record B2B pipeline with 100+ partnerships. Recent aggressive cost optimization includes reducing headcount from 350 to 84, achieving $5M+ AI-driven savings since December 2025, and eliminating approximately $14M in liabilities through debt repayment and equity conversions.
Competitive Landscape
Pro stress-test →LiveOne faces increasing competition, reliance on third-party deals, and shifting consumer habits that may limit growth and challenge long-term profitability. The company competes in digital music streaming, podcasting, and live entertainment against major players like Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube, differentiated by focus on live events and direct creator partnerships.
Industry Context
LiveOne, Inc. operates in Digital Media & Entertainment (Music Streaming, Podcasting, Live Events).
Key facts
Founded: 2009 · Headquarters: Beverly Hills, California · Employees: 84 (as of Feb 2026) · Revenue: $114.4M (FY2025) · Market cap: $63M