1440 is a Chicago-based digital media company. The company's Daily Digest newsletter summarizes selected news stories each day. The company's Topics platform features content across varying levels of complexity, from foundational explainers to in-depth coverage, according to the company.[1]
1440 was founded in 2017 by Tim Huelskamp (CEO),[2] Andrew Steigerwald (chief content officer), and Bobby Adelson.[3] In 2018, Pierre Lipton joined as a cofounder.[4]
The company began as a daily email sent to 78 readers, aimed at informing audiences about current events while saving time by distilling the facts.[5] The newsletter has since evolved into the Daily Digest, which reaches more than 4.4 million opt-in subscribers.[6]
In 2025, 1440 launched Topics, a web platform that allows users to explore subjects at their own pace, from foundational concepts to advanced material, with regularly updated content. Each topic includes concise summaries, visual explainers, and a companion weekly newsletter.[5] As of 2025, 1440 reported having 23 employees and identified as an employee-owned company.[5]
Products
The Daily Digest is a newsletter that summarizes selected news stories across a range of topics, including sports, entertainment and culture, science and technology, business and markets, and politics and world affairs. It is designed to be read in less than five minutes.[5]
Topics is a web platform featuring knowledge curated by human editors rather than algorithms, according to the company. It covers areas such as health and medicine, business and finance, science and technology, society and culture, and world history. Each topic has a corresponding newsletter that highlights articles, videos, and podcasts on a weekly basis.[6]
Awards and recognition
Since 2022, the company has been recognized for several accomplishments.
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