Vybe Combines Social Media, Meme Creation and $4m in Funding

Vybe, a newly launched social media app developed by Oxford PhD graduates, is making waves with its innovative approach to photo editing and meme creation. Vybe allows users to seamlessly insert their faces into various photos, creating shareable, meme-style content with ease.

While this might seem like a one-and-done gimmick, Vybe’s founders, Dr. Mandela Patrick and Dr. Arnab Ghosh, bring impressive credentials to the table. Both have extensive experience in AI and social media, having worked at Meta and Snap, and their vision for Vybe extends beyond simple photo editing.The company has already attracted $4.75 million in seed funding from Stellation Capital, and aims to integrate augmented reality and generative AI into future features.

As the app evolves, with plans to add video and animation support, Vybe seems poised to focus on creating a fun user experience using whatever features feel like a solid fit. Moreover, Vybe’s approach to avoiding user fatigue – by being willing to add so many creativity-focused features – presents a promising model for other social media ventures.

Unlike a lot of social media apps that emphasize professionalism or try to encompass multiple core focuses, Vybe bills itself very simply, using the pitch “the place to create fun photos with friends“. With its strong backing, experienced founders, and forward-looking vision, Vybe is in a strong position to be a surprising upset in the social media sphere.