Zynga and Pandora Ad Provider SocialVibe Raises $20M

SocialVibe, the performance advertising network that offers users an alternative to paying for virtual goods on Zynga and subscriptions on Pandora, today announced it has raised $20 million in a Series D round led by Norwest Venture Partners and including previous investors Redpoint Ventures, Jafco Ventures and Pinnacle Ventures. The Los Angeles-based company also operates its own social apps for individuals to spread branded content in order to raise money for various causes.