What were youtubes finances before Google merger?

Before its merger with google in 2006, YouTube experienced rapid growth but was not yet profitable. The platform generated revenue primarily through advertising, but its costs were high due to bandwidth and infrastructure expenses. In 2006, YouTube's estimated revenue was around $15 million, while its losses were significant, leading to concerns about its long-term sustainability. The acquisition by google aimed to leverage its resources and technology to enhance YouTube's profitability and scalability.