Yahoo acquires Artifact (AI news app from Instagram co-founders)

Acquisition

March 29, 2024Verified

Last updated May 31, 2026 by the ATDb Editorial Team

Overview

Yahoo acquired Artifact, an AI-powered news discovery platform created by Instagram co-founders Kevin Systrom and Mike Krieger. Deal closed 2024-03-29 and was announced 2024-04-02. Financial terms undisclosed. Artifact ceased to operate as a standalone app; its personalization technology was integrated into Yahoo News.

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https://yahooinc.com/press/yahoo-announces-the-acquisition-of-artifact-the-news-discovery-platform-created-by-instagram-cofounders-kevin-systrom-and-mike-krieger