Infillion is confirmed as MediaMath's new owner as a familiar face slides back into view

Infillion is confirmed as MediaMath's new owner as a familiar face slides back into view

The investment fund of MediaMath founder Joe Zawadzki advised on the winning $22 million bid, opening the door to potential future tie-ups.

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