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Both companies target the African-American market. Platform.net was launched in May 1997 with backing from Michael Tannen, an angel investor. The company's business model got the attention of Sony Music Entertainment last year when the behemoth participated in a funding round. Spinnaker Capital led a second round of financing last month. Industry watchers believe Hookt's survival is dependent on its ability to attract a corporate backer that would validate its existence.