AFP, also known as Agence France-Presse, is a privately owned company headquartered in France. Founded in 1835 with approximately 4,940 employees, the company reported $353.2M in revenue as of 2024, functioning as a tier 1 media tech buyer. The company specializes in content rights, providing global news coverage of world events.
On April 3, 2026, Agence France-Presse (AFP) sought a tech and AI reporter in San Francisco to cover the sector for a global audience, focusing on artificial intelligence, big tech, the Silicon Valley ecosystem, and new mobility. Previously, on April 2, 2026, an Agence France-Presse analysis, based on data from the American Institute for the Study of War, reported that the Russian army recorded no territorial gains in Ukraine in March, marking the first time since September 2023, and even conceded ground in some areas to Kyiv's forces. Earlier, on March 25, 2026, Agence France-Presse reported that the UK would host military talks involving approximately 30 countries to form a coalition aimed at restoring shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, citing a British military representative.