Glass | Government Ecosystems
Seed Round in 2023
Social Glass, Inc. is a technology company based in Berkeley, California, focused on developing a software ecosystem that utilizes artificial intelligence to enhance government operations. The company aims to digitize, streamline, and improve decision-making processes for governments, making it easier for them to deliver high-quality public services. A key offering is MICRO, an e-commerce marketplace designed for government agencies to facilitate paperless micro-purchases from verified vendors. In addition to its software solutions, Social Glass also operates an online shop that sells various merchandise, including clothing and accessories. Founded in 2017, Social Glass, Inc. is dedicated to empowering governments to operate efficiently and effectively in the modern era.
Segmed, Inc. is a company based in Menlo Park, California, that specializes in providing cloud-based solutions for accessing curated and anonymized radiology data. Established in 2019, Segmed offers customized datasets tailored to the specific needs of its clients in the pharmaceutical and medical device sectors. Its platform supports the development of predictive models and enhances patient recruitment and data management, facilitating research and regulatory processes within the life sciences and technology industries. By focusing on de-identified and structured medical imaging data, Segmed aims to improve early disease detection and prediction while ensuring that findings are accessible and representative of diverse populations.
Domatic
Venture Round in 2022
Founded in 2019, Domatic manufactures electrical hardware components such as circuit boards, microchips, thermostats, sensors, and HVAC controls for buildings. It also produces energy monitoring devices and offers lighting services. Additionally, it provides a management platform for sustainable buildings.
The Bright App
Seed Round in 2021
Founded in 2019, The Bright App is a platform designed to empower fitness professionals. It offers a comprehensive back-office tool for trainers, including lead generation, sales, scheduling, and billing features. This enables personal trainers to conduct one-on-one private sessions with clients remotely.
NFTpay is a fintech company that develops software enabling credit card transactions on websites and applications for buying non-fungible tokens (NFTs). It offers a digital multi-chain platform serving as an NFT marketplace, allowing creators to launch their NFTs and facilitating transactions between artists, content creators, celebrities, influencers, gamers, clubs, and enterprises.
11Sight
Seed Round in 2021
Founded in 2016, 11Sight specializes in AI-powered conversational agents that handle customer inquiries, book appointments, and close sales across various channels. Its platform offers features such as video connection, privacy protection, call recording, team management, CRM integration, and more. With offices globally, the company aims to exceed $2.5M ARR by 2025.
Arcturus BioCloud
Seed Round in 2021
Arcturus BioCloud, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that operates a virtual bio-foundry designed for rapid prototyping of microorganisms through genetic engineering. It offers a user-friendly platform that enables scientists to code, create, share, and execute biotechnology experiments across the entire genetic engineering cycle. Users can upload their biological designs, which Arcturus BioCloud then builds and tests, thereby accelerating the development of innovative products. The company leverages partnerships with organizations like Synbiota and ZymoResearch to provide advanced technologies, with plans to expand its service offerings through additional collaborations. Arcturus BioCloud's mission is to democratize access to genetic engineering tools, enabling scientists globally to leverage state-of-the-art resources regardless of their location. The team behind the company, formed at Singularity University, encompasses a diverse range of expertise, positioning Arcturus BioCloud to capitalize on the growing biotechnology market driven by decreasing costs in synthesizing and sequencing technologies.
EMBER Medical
Seed Round in 2021
EMBER Medical is a telehealth company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2018. It develops a mobile application that connects individuals experiencing medical emergencies with nearby healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, and emergency medical technicians, within a five-minute radius. The application features in-app audio and video capabilities, allowing users to communicate directly with medical staff for immediate assistance. EMBER Medical aims to enhance the accessibility of healthcare, particularly in underserved areas, by providing a platform that enables patients to receive timely and personalized care without the need for in-person visits. The company's technology also offers healthcare providers various tools to manage virtual consultations effectively.
Tensorfield Agriculture
Seed Round in 2021
Tensorfield Agriculture is a company based in San Jose, California, specializing in the development and manufacture of advanced agricultural machinery tailored for specialty row crops. Founded in 2018, the company focuses on innovative solutions that promote sustainable farming practices in a post-herbicide environment. Tensorfield Agriculture's machinery includes robots equipped with computer vision technology that perform selective, non-invasive weeding through thermal micro-dosing techniques. This approach helps farmers combat herbicide resistance while ensuring the continued supply of safe and sustainable fresh food. The company's commitment to enhancing agricultural efficiency positions it at the forefront of modern farming solutions.
Grandeur
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Founded in 2020, Grandeur is a San Jose-based company specializing in IoT backend services. It offers a platform enabling secure device connection to the cloud, data storage, firmware updates, and custom user applications without requiring server provisioning or custom API writing.
Modality.AI
Seed Round in 2021
Modality.AI, Inc. is a healthcare technology company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2018. It specializes in AI-powered solutions that enhance the efficiency of clinical trials for neurological and mental health therapies. The company's platform utilizes conversational AI to engage patients through naturalistic spoken interaction, allowing for continuous health assessments anytime and anywhere. By analyzing multimodal data, including audio-visual biomarkers, Modality.AI provides objective measures that correlate with clinical outcomes. This innovative approach enables pharmaceutical companies to conduct self-driven assessments and improve the monitoring of health conditions, ultimately facilitating more effective clinical trials.
Chatalytic
Seed Round in 2021
Chatalytic designs and develops an insights and analytics platform for conversational interfaces that converts unstructured conversational data into actionable insights for enterprise clients, including B2C brands and e-commerce businesses. The platform leverages machine learning, big data and natural language processing to measure engagement and generate customer intelligence from interactions across conversational channels. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco.
Neuronix AI Labs
Seed Round in 2021
Neuronix AI Labs, founded by Yaron Raz and Asher Hazanchuk in Sunnyvale, California, specializes in developing artificial intelligence-based solutions for computer vision acceleration. The company's primary focus is on reducing the cost and power consumption of computer vision AI, making it feasible to run these applications on devices with limited computing, memory, or battery power. Neuronix AI Labs offers its technology as software licenses and core-IP, which can be integrated into next-generation silicon or utilized on existing programmable hardware. The company targets industrial, smart city, and military sectors, enabling clients to deploy computer vision applications efficiently across various end devices.
Refactr
Seed Round in 2021
Refactr is a Seattle-based DevSecOps startup founded in 2017 by military veterans and industry experts specializing in cloud and cybersecurity. The company focuses on accelerating the adoption of DevSecOps by enabling cybersecurity teams to collaborate effectively within fast-paced DevOps environments. Refactr offers a low-code automation platform that seamlessly integrates various open-source DevOps and security tools, allowing organizations to automate their workflows safely and efficiently without requiring extensive upskilling. By enhancing existing DevOps processes, the platform helps security engineers streamline the development and deployment of repeatable solution pipelines, thereby modernizing cybersecurity workflows. Refactr aims to contribute to digital transformation by making the world more secure and agile through its innovative approach to IT-as-Code.
GritWell
Pre Seed Round in 2020
GritWell Ltd is a digital health platform that specializes in addressing chronic health conditions through a holistic approach. Founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, the company connects patients with a variety of health professionals, including nutritionists, health coaches, and naturopathic doctors. GritWell's platform facilitates secure video consultations, direct messaging, and online scheduling, allowing for personalized treatment plans and credible advice tailored to individual needs. By focusing on root cause treatment rather than mere symptom management, GritWell employs clinically validated symptom assessments to guide patients toward appropriate care while integrating natural treatment options. This innovative approach aims to improve health outcomes by enabling patients to find practitioners who can address the underlying issues of their chronic symptoms, such as insomnia, migraines, and anxiety.
Modality.AI
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Modality.AI, Inc. is a healthcare technology company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2018. It specializes in AI-powered solutions that enhance the efficiency of clinical trials for neurological and mental health therapies. The company's platform utilizes conversational AI to engage patients through naturalistic spoken interaction, allowing for continuous health assessments anytime and anywhere. By analyzing multimodal data, including audio-visual biomarkers, Modality.AI provides objective measures that correlate with clinical outcomes. This innovative approach enables pharmaceutical companies to conduct self-driven assessments and improve the monitoring of health conditions, ultimately facilitating more effective clinical trials.
Hubly Surgical
Seed Round in 2020
Hubly Surgical Inc., established in 2018 with headquarters in San Francisco and a satellite office in Chicago, specializes in developing innovative neurosurgical devices aimed at enhancing patient outcomes and safety. The company's flagship product is an integrated electric drill system designed to replace traditional free-hand cranks, thereby reducing the risk of lethal complications during surgical procedures. Hubly Surgical's mission is to make its safety technology the standard for all medical drilling across various settings, including underserved areas, with a focus on improving patient care and quality of life.
Seventh.ai
Seed Round in 2020
Seventh.ai, Inc. is an intellectual property (IP) management platform based in Berkeley, California, founded in 2017. The company serves founders, researchers, small businesses, and legal practitioners by providing tools to organize, protect, and monetize their intellectual property. Seventh.ai focuses on supporting inventors, tech entrepreneurs, and startup CEOs by offering resources for patenting and facilitating the accumulation of a portfolio of pending patents. This enables users to streamline their go-to-market strategies, particularly in the life sciences and deep tech sectors. Through its comprehensive platform, Seventh.ai aims to simplify the complexities of IP management, making it accessible for innovators and startups.
Tocca
Venture Round in 2020
Tocca, Inc. is a San Francisco-based information technology company that specializes in providing a virtual event platform tailored for B2B companies seeking to engage effectively with their audience and enhance their return on investment. Founded in 2018, Tocca offers a comprehensive solution that includes features such as virtual meetings, live events, contact management, event networking, and analytics. The platform's modular architecture allows for customization and flexibility, enabling businesses to create branded events that foster attendee engagement through interactive experiences. Tocca's offerings also incorporate lead intelligence, gamification, and tools for managing internal communication and Q&A sessions, streamlining post-event follow-ups for clients.
Botco.ai
Venture Round in 2020
Botco.ai offers an AI-powered conversational marketing platform that enables automated chats with customers across web and messaging channels. The platform supports customizable conversation templates, answers to common questions, and real-time analytics through an integrated dashboard that tracks chat campaigns. An API-based interface allows the transfer of leads, transcripts, and data to enterprise marketing automation systems such as Salesforce, HubSpot, Adobe Marketing Cloud, and Zoho. The GenAI Chat Cloud uses fine-tuned language models to enhance conversational interactions and can be deployed at scale for various industries. The solution provides on-demand, automated chat and integrated workflows that guide customers through the marketing process, reducing the need for extensive data science resources. Botco.ai was founded in 2016 and is based in Milpitas, California.
Hopthru
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Hopthru Inc., established in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, specializes in mobile ticketing solutions for public transit agencies. Its flagship product is the Hopthru app, which allows riders to purchase passes using credit/debit cards or commuter benefits cards, store them securely, and present them upon boarding. Additionally, Hopthru offers ridership analytics services, enabling transit agencies to make data-driven decisions by providing clean, contextualized performance data for route optimization and improved passenger experiences.
Evolution Devices
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Evolution Devices is a neuro rehabilitation technology company that creates functional electrical stimulation devices. Its flagship product, EvoWalk, uses artificial intelligence to track walking patterns and personalize therapy for individuals recovering from neurological impairments such as stroke or multiple sclerosis.
PostureHealth
Seed Round in 2020
PostureHealth, Inc. specializes in developing ergonomics performance software solutions. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company offers a subscription-based software solution that utilizes artificial intelligence and augmented reality. Its flagship product, PostureHealth, provides real-time posture coaching, personalized stretching programs, and detailed posture insights through the use of webcams and cameras. This innovative approach aims to enhance users' ergonomic health and overall well-being.
NDB develops innovative energy solutions, including self-charging nano diamond batteries powered by recycled nuclear waste. Their products serve diverse industries such as automotive, aerospace, consumer electronics, medical technology, industrial, and defense. Founded in 2018, NDB is headquartered in Pleasanton, California with a subsidiary in the United Kingdom.
Coreshell Technologies
Seed Round in 2020
Founded in 2017, Coreshell Technologies specializes in advanced materials engineering for lithium-ion batteries. The company focuses on enhancing battery performance and lifespan through its proprietary nanolayer thin-film coating technology, catering primarily to the electric vehicle and grid storage markets.
Delightree
Seed Round in 2020
Delightree is a San Francisco-based company founded in 2019 that specializes in developing a comprehensive franchising technology platform tailored for emerging franchise businesses. The platform offers a range of tools designed to simplify the process of opening and managing franchise locations. Its features include task management and tracking, operational automation, and tools for enhancing team communication and engagement. This enables franchisees to efficiently create, assign, and monitor tasks across various employees and locations. By streamlining onboarding and training, Delightree facilitates faster location launches and helps franchises maintain consistency in customer experiences. The company's innovative approach supports franchise growth while preserving brand integrity.
Privacera
Series A in 2020
Privacera, Inc. is a data security and governance company that offers a software-as-a-service platform designed to help enterprises discover, manage, and monitor sensitive data across various systems. Founded in 2016 and based in Fremont, California, Privacera provides a comprehensive solution that utilizes artificial intelligence to automate the discovery and classification of sensitive information. Its platform supports data sharing while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, including the General Data Protection Regulation. Privacera's technology aggregates access history from multiple sources into a unified dashboard, enabling security and compliance teams to monitor data usage effectively. The company serves a diverse clientele, including Fortune 500 companies in sectors such as finance, insurance, retail, and media, facilitating high-fidelity policy management at scale across both cloud and on-premises environments. Privacera was previously known as Global Tenet, Inc. until its rebranding in October 2019.
Apis Cor
Seed Round in 2020
Apis Cor is a technology company that specializes in the development of mobile construction 3D printers. Founded in 2014, the company is headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in Moscow and Irkutsk, Russia. Apis Cor's innovative 3D printing technology employs a robotic arm that distributes concrete mortar in polar coordinates to create various building shapes. This approach aims to simplify the construction process, reduce costs, and enhance the structural integrity of buildings. By leveraging advancements in robotics and construction technologies, Apis Cor seeks to address the challenges faced by the construction industry, ultimately improving efficiency and accessibility in housing development.
Copilot
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Founded in 2020, Copilot develops a real-time AI-based digital coach platform for sales representatives. Its SaaS platform analyzes conversations during calls and video conferences, generating cue cards with relevant information and providing live transcriptions and notes to enhance sales productivity.
Replex GmbH is a technology company specializing in the development of solutions for managing and optimizing IT infrastructures, particularly in cloud-native environments and Kubernetes. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Duisburg, Germany, with additional offices in Berlin, Leipzig, Boston, and San Francisco, Replex offers a platform that integrates governance and cost management features tailored for cloud infrastructures. This platform allows IT managers and DevOps teams to achieve transparency and efficiency across their cloud environments, enabling them to optimize resource utilization, manage costs, and enforce governance policies. Users can dynamically adjust cluster and container sizes to enhance operational efficiency while potentially reducing cloud expenses by up to 30%. Replex's tools facilitate the allocation of costs to specific teams and business units, providing insights into cost trends and aiding in capacity planning.
Segmed, Inc. is a company based in Menlo Park, California, that specializes in providing cloud-based solutions for accessing curated and anonymized radiology data. Established in 2019, Segmed offers customized datasets tailored to the specific needs of its clients in the pharmaceutical and medical device sectors. Its platform supports the development of predictive models and enhances patient recruitment and data management, facilitating research and regulatory processes within the life sciences and technology industries. By focusing on de-identified and structured medical imaging data, Segmed aims to improve early disease detection and prediction while ensuring that findings are accessible and representative of diverse populations.
Spext specializes in AI-driven transcription and voice editing software. Headquartered in San Mateo, California, the company's platform automates transcription and voice-editing processes, enabling businesses to convert recorded content into useful data more efficiently.
CameraOpus
Pre Seed Round in 2020
CameraOpus Inc. is a technology company based in San Jose, California, founded in 2019. The company specializes in designing and developing a 3D scanning tool application for smartphones and tablets. By enabling users to easily capture three-dimensional data, CameraOpus is contributing to the advancement of the 3D economy. Its innovative application facilitates convenient 3D modeling by allowing customers to scan and create three-dimensional images with their mobile devices.
Materiall
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Materiall, Inc., founded in 2015 and based in Milpitas, California, specializes in developing product discovery software solutions for retailers. The company utilizes artificial intelligence and machine learning to enhance customer engagement by analyzing consumer behavior and preferences. Its platform offers personalized product recommendations and mobile-optimized search capabilities, allowing omnichannel retailers to effectively connect with customers both online and in physical stores. By focusing on consumer engagement analytics, Materiall aims to streamline the shopping experience and better meet the needs of individual customers.
Baseet.ai
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Baseet.ai is a technology company based in San Mateo, California, founded in 2019. It specializes in developing an AI platform that enables users to create and modify AI applications through a user-friendly drag-and-drop interface. The platform offers various pre-built applications such as face recognition, image style transfer, sentiment insights, and object detection. Additionally, it provides tools like automated processes, online code editors, and tutorials for application development. Baseet.ai's solutions allow businesses to integrate AI capabilities into their existing applications without requiring on-premise data science expertise, thereby accelerating AI adoption.
Flivery
Seed Round in 2020
Flivery Inc. is a drone software and operation solution company based in Mountain View, California, established in 2019. It specializes in developing advanced drone technology that facilitates instant delivery services. Flivery's innovative offerings include high-definition 3D mapping, collision avoidance systems, and machine vision capabilities, which together enable efficient and autonomous delivery of packages from distribution centers to their final destinations. By integrating these technologies, Flivery aims to minimize human involvement in the delivery process, streamlining logistics for businesses and enhancing overall operational efficiency.
SenseGrass
Seed Round in 2020
Founded in 2017, SenseGrass develops IoT devices and AI software for sustainable farming. It offers real-time soil intelligence via sensors and analytics, enabling farmers to optimize nutrient management, reduce chemical fertilizer use, and increase crop yields.
Frontier Bio
Seed Round in 2020
Frontier Bio Corporation is a biotechnology company based in Oakland, California, focused on developing and manufacturing advanced bioprinting technologies. Founded in 2018, the company specializes in creating lab-grown human tissues as an ethical alternative to animal studies. Its flagship product, the FLUX-1, is a 3D bioprinter that integrates conventional bioprinting methods with electro-hydrodynamic printing capabilities. This device enables the bioprinting of complex tissues such as skin, cartilage, and bone, and allows for applications in drug toxicity testing, tissue implants, drug screening, disease modeling, and prosthetics. By providing a means to produce human tissues with complete cell survivability, Frontier Bio aims to enhance the healthcare industry's ability to replace animal testing and address the organ transplant waitlist.
Bubbles
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Bubbles is a contextual collaboration tool that enables users to communicate asynchronously by tagging content directly on their screens. The platform facilitates discussions in-context through screen, video, and audio messages, allowing team members to capture, comment, and share information without the need for account creation or installation. Bubbles promotes organic growth and viral engagement rather than relying on paid advertising. It is actively engaged on various social media platforms, including Medium, Twitter, and Product Hunt, to enhance its visibility and user interaction.
LynxCare
Venture Round in 2020
LynxCare, established in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, specializes in an AI-powered data platform that collects, analyzes, and interprets both structured and unstructured data from diverse sources. This platform, designed for hospitals and clinics, empowers medical professionals with actionable insights, enabling them to enhance clinical efficiency and improve the quality of patient care.
NachoNacho
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Founded in 2018, NachoNacho operates an online marketplace for subscriptions across various categories such as video, music, entertainment, health & fitness, dating, and education. Its platform enables users to purchase, manage, discover new subscriptions, and avail discounts on personalized bundles.
Digifabster
Seed Round in 2020
Digifabster, Inc. is a software as a service company based in Pasadena, California, specializing in cloud-based solutions for manufacturing businesses. The company offers an AI and machine learning-powered platform that automates the quoting process, order entry, and customer support services for machining and additive manufacturing shops. Digifabster's tools allow users to generate accurate quotes in minutes and facilitate 24/7 online quotes and order management. The platform also streamlines payment processes, ensuring efficient transactions for its clients. By leveraging these automated solutions, Digifabster aims to enhance operational efficiency and drive business growth in the manufacturing sector.
Mall IQ
Venture Round in 2020
Mall IQ is a location intelligence platform that helps retailers, banks, fintechs, loyalty programs and payment providers engage customers in real time and measure the impact of online-to-offline campaigns. The platform analyzes customer profiles, foot traffic and shopping patterns to deliver actionable insights and enable timely location-based campaigns. It includes indoor location tracking and analytics that quantify store visit behavior and purchase intent, with no hardware requirements. Based in San Jose, California, Mall IQ was founded in 2015 to digitize real-world purchase intent and connect brands with customers at the moment of interest.
MoEngage
Venture Round in 2020
MoEngage, Inc. is a technology company that provides a cloud-based user analytics and engagement platform aimed at enhancing customer retention and lifetime value for consumer businesses. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company serves various industries, including e-commerce, telecommunications, travel and hospitality, and banking and finance. MoEngage's platform enables businesses to deliver personalized interactions through multiple channels, such as push notifications, in-app messaging, web push, and SMS, all managed from a single dashboard. With a focus on machine learning, the platform optimizes customer engagement by analyzing user behavior and delivering tailored recommendations. MoEngage also has offices in several international locations, including Bengaluru, Singapore, London, Jakarta, Bangkok, Ho Chi Minh City, and Berlin.
BreachRx
Pre Seed Round in 2020
BreachRx is a software company that offers an intelligent, cloud-based incident response management platform designed to improve operational resilience across the enterprise. The platform automatically generates tailored incident response plans, dynamic playbooks, and guidance to stakeholders before, during, and after privacy and security events. It helps organizations prepare for regulatory changes and contractual requirements, respond to privacy incidents with coordinated tasks and tailored actions, and recover from data breaches through KPI tracking, stakeholder awareness, and process improvement. The solution integrates a library of regulatory best practices to streamline incident handling, reduce costs, and minimize reputational risk. Founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, BreachRx focuses on proactive privacy and cybersecurity readiness, faster response, and measurable recovery outcomes.
Domatic
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Founded in 2019, Domatic manufactures electrical hardware components such as circuit boards, microchips, thermostats, sensors, and HVAC controls for buildings. It also produces energy monitoring devices and offers lighting services. Additionally, it provides a management platform for sustainable buildings.
HyPoint
Pre Seed Round in 2019
HyPoint develops innovative hydrogen fuel cell systems for aviation and urban air mobility markets. Its turbo air-cooled systems offer high specific power and energy density, reducing total cost of ownership and enhancing operational efficiency.
Bridgefy
Seed Round in 2019
Bridgefy, Inc., founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, California, specializes in developing a software development kit that enables mobile applications to function without an internet connection. The company's technology leverages smartphones' Bluetooth and Wi-Fi antennas to create mesh networks, allowing users to communicate even in areas with limited or no internet access. This capability is particularly useful in situations such as crowded events, natural disasters, rural areas, and locations with controlled internet access. Bridgefy's unique mesh network technology improves as more people use it, enhancing the reliability and reach of the communication network. The company's innovative approach has been adopted by over 10 million users worldwide, demonstrating its effectiveness and broad impact.
Evera
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Evera Labs is a stem cell banking company that focuses on preserving healthy cells for potential future health benefits. The company has developed the Evera Kit, an innovative, noninvasive sample collection system that enables users to generate and cryopreserve induced pluripotent stem cells from urine samples. This technology allows for the collection and preservation of young stem cells, which can be utilized in future regenerative therapies. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, Evera Labs aims to create personalized health models for its customers, promoting long-term well-being and therapeutic options.
Cresance
Funding Round in 2019
Cresance Inc. is a technology company based in San Carlos, California, that specializes in developing an artificial intelligence-based software platform aimed at enhancing cloud efficiency. Founded in 2018, Cresance focuses on leveraging sophisticated algorithms to identify and eliminate wasted resources in cloud computing environments. By optimizing cloud management processes, the company enables enterprises to significantly reduce their cloud operating costs, thereby promoting more sustainable and cost-effective cloud usage.
Spectrum CannaLabs
Seed Round in 2019
Spectrum CannaLabs, Inc. is an analytical laboratory based in Davis, California, specializing in pharmaceutical-grade testing services for hemp and CBD products. Established in 2018, the company conducts experimental studies and research and development activities while also offering educational support. Its services include THC compliance testing, covering all stages from harvest to extracts, as well as chemistry and genetics research. Spectrum CannaLabs serves a diverse clientele, including hemp farmers, manufacturers, breeders, and distributors, ensuring the safety and quality of cannabis products for consumers in California.
Friendly Robots
Funding Round in 2019
Friendly Robots Company develops innovative, autonomous vacuuming solutions tailored for the cleaning industry. Established in 2019 and based in Orinda, California, the company offers a range of services including live janitorial work, robot demonstrations, site assessments, and rental options. By focusing on fully autonomous and user-friendly vacuum technology, Friendly Robots aims to enhance the efficiency of janitorial services while promoting sustainability through mechanical automation.
Teleon Health
Funding Round in 2019
Teleon Health, Inc. is a technology company that develops software solutions specifically for healthcare providers serving senior citizens. Founded in 2015 and based in San Mateo, California, the company offers a comprehensive communication platform that facilitates secure, HIPAA-compliant messaging and SMS broadcasting. This platform enhances coordination among healthcare teams by improving workflows related to patient admissions, care transitions, and ongoing communication. By enabling efficient team messaging and engaging patients and their families, Teleon Health addresses common challenges associated with poor communication within healthcare settings. The company aims to streamline operations, reduce unplanned readmissions, and ultimately enhance patient satisfaction and care quality.
Blushup
Funding Round in 2019
Blushup, Inc. is a technology company that operates an online application designed to connect consumers with beauty service providers in the retail market. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in New York, the platform allows users to discover and book various beauty services, including makeup and skincare treatments, from professionals and retailers in their vicinity. Currently available in New York, New Jersey, and Los Angeles, Blushup aims to enhance the customer experience by streamlining the booking process, enabling users to find top-rated aesthetic doctors and other service providers with ease. The application not only facilitates user access to high-quality beauty services but also supports beauty professionals in growing their businesses through improved organization and technology.
Celly.AI
Seed Round in 2019
Celly.AI Corporation is an artificial intelligence diagnostics company focused on lab microscopy automation. Founded in 2019 and based in Walnut, California, the company has developed an innovative application that utilizes artificial intelligence to count cells and detect abnormalities in microscopy images. By mounting an iPhone on the eyepiece of a microscope, the application analyzes smear slide images, identifies pathological conditions, and generates detailed reports. This technology enables laboratories to streamline their processes, allowing lower-skilled technicians to perform tasks traditionally reserved for highly specialized professionals. Additionally, the platform securely stores scanned slides in the cloud, offering a cost-effective solution for modern diagnostic needs.
Glass | Government Ecosystems
Seed Round in 2019
Social Glass, Inc. is a technology company based in Berkeley, California, focused on developing a software ecosystem that utilizes artificial intelligence to enhance government operations. The company aims to digitize, streamline, and improve decision-making processes for governments, making it easier for them to deliver high-quality public services. A key offering is MICRO, an e-commerce marketplace designed for government agencies to facilitate paperless micro-purchases from verified vendors. In addition to its software solutions, Social Glass also operates an online shop that sells various merchandise, including clothing and accessories. Founded in 2017, Social Glass, Inc. is dedicated to empowering governments to operate efficiently and effectively in the modern era.
Founded in San Francisco in 2019 by Francesco Wiedemann, Ludwig Schoenack, and Nikolaus Volk, Kyte is a technology and operations company specializing in on-demand car rentals. Customers can access vehicles for durations ranging from days to months, with services including car cleaning and refueling.
MotorCortex.AI
Seed Round in 2019
MotorCortex is a technology company co-founded by experts from Stanford and Carnegie Mellon, focused on developing advanced solutions for the packaging industry. The firm leverages computer vision, machine learning, and robotics to create automated fruit packers, initially targeting avocados, with plans to expand into broader packaging applications within logistics. Additionally, MotorCortex has developed autonomous ground robots designed to disinfect high-traffic areas. These robots provide a consistent application of disinfectant, allowing human workers to concentrate on more complex cleaning tasks. Through these innovations, MotorCortex aims to enhance efficiency and safety in both packaging and sanitation processes.
Replex GmbH is a technology company specializing in the development of solutions for managing and optimizing IT infrastructures, particularly in cloud-native environments and Kubernetes. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Duisburg, Germany, with additional offices in Berlin, Leipzig, Boston, and San Francisco, Replex offers a platform that integrates governance and cost management features tailored for cloud infrastructures. This platform allows IT managers and DevOps teams to achieve transparency and efficiency across their cloud environments, enabling them to optimize resource utilization, manage costs, and enforce governance policies. Users can dynamically adjust cluster and container sizes to enhance operational efficiency while potentially reducing cloud expenses by up to 30%. Replex's tools facilitate the allocation of costs to specific teams and business units, providing insights into cost trends and aiding in capacity planning.
Methodology
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Methodology, Inc., established in 2015 and headquartered in Concord, California, specializes in providing food delivery services focused on health and wellness. The company offers personalized meals for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks, designed to be both delicious and nutritious. Methodology's menu features clean, comforting foods that prioritize the well-being of its clients, aiming to improve their quality of life through proper nourishment. In addition to individual meal plans, the company also provides catering services.
Dumpling
Seed Round in 2019
Dumpling provides tools, technology, and ongoing support for individuals who want to launch and operate independent grocery shopping, delivery, and local service businesses in the United States. The platform offers storefront applications, programmable debit cards, working capital, customer relationship management, and marketing automation to help entrepreneurs start, grow, and manage their own local franchises. Serving thousands of owners across all 50 states, the company aims to offer a personal, ethical solution to essential household errands while streamlining orders, payments, and operations. Founded in 2017 and based in Seattle with an additional office in Berkeley, the company focuses on empowering local entrepreneurs to build sustainable service businesses.
Digify
Venture Round in 2019
Digify offers a cloud-based document security service that enables businesses to protect and maintain control over confidential files. Its platform uses encryption, copy protection, watermarking, and digital rights management (DRM) technology to secure documents during sharing, ensuring intellectual property remains protected.
PenguinSmart
Seed Round in 2019
PenguinSmart Inc. is a digital health company based in Palo Alto, California, founded in 2015 by Harvard and MIT alumni. The company specializes in AI-assisted rehabilitation services, particularly focusing on speech and language therapy for children with developmental communication disorders. Its offerings support areas such as receptive and expressive language, social cues, emotion communication, oral motor control, and pre-literacy skills. PenguinSmart employs a family-centered model of teletherapy, providing online support that empowers caregivers to play an active role in their children's rehabilitation journey. By enabling parents to engage with effective digital training programs from home, the company facilitates early speech intervention and accelerates developmental milestones. PenguinSmart's innovative approach not only enhances the efficacy of therapy but also allows speech-language pathologists to manage a greater number of patients without compromising care quality. The company has received recognition for its disruptive impact in the parenting and healthcare sectors, highlighting its commitment to improving the lives of families dealing with developmental delays.
Cruz Foam
Seed Round in 2019
Cruz Foam, Inc. is a Santa Cruz, California-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in manufacturing structural foams from chitin, a biopolymer derived from shrimp shells. The company addresses the global plastic pollution crisis by providing bio-benign foam solutions that serve as eco-friendly alternatives to traditional petroleum-based foams. Cruz Foam's products are designed for a variety of applications, including consumer packaging, consumer electronics, automotive, and business-to-business packaging. By utilizing naturally sourced biopolymers, the company creates scalable and compostable materials that can be integrated into existing supply chains at competitive costs. Cruz Foam collaborates with key industry leaders across various sectors, including consumer electronics, appliances, shipping, and consumer packaged goods, to promote sustainable practices and contribute to a cleaner environment.
Ejenta develops an intelligent personal assistant platform that uses AI to understand users' daily activities, monitor adherence to mission plans, and offer personalized advice. Initially applied in space missions like NASA's International Space Station, Ejenta now serves various industries including healthcare.
Moesif Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that offers a debugging and error analysis platform specifically designed for API traffic. Founded in 2016, Moesif's hosted service enables users to log and analyze various API requests, providing deep visibility into API traffic through error analytics and monitoring. The platform allows users to drill down into the details of each API call, including headers and body, to identify patterns and troubleshoot issues effectively. Catering to product-led teams across diverse sectors such as finance, healthtech, logistics, and enterprise software, Moesif supports both fast-growing startups and large enterprises. By delivering insights into API usage, Moesif empowers businesses to enhance their developer experiences and automate debugging processes.
RemoteInterview
Seed Round in 2019
RemoteInterview is a virtual interview platform designed to streamline the hiring process for tech recruiters by facilitating online coding tests and interviews. Founded in 2014 by Asad Memon and Munir Usman, the company is based in San Francisco, California. The platform allows organizations to conduct assessments of software developers efficiently, saving up to 80% of screening time while providing real-time evaluations of candidates' coding skills. By offering a comprehensive solution for remote interviewing, RemoteInterview enables recruiters to effectively evaluate and hire qualified programmers and coders online.
Tag.bio
Venture Round in 2018
Tag.bio is a healthcare information technology company based in San Francisco. It develops a data science platform that enables healthcare and life sciences organizations to securely derive insights by uniting diverse siloed datasets into data products within a data mesh architecture. The platform supports no-code and low-code workflows, allowing users to discover, share, and execute data workloads through applications and AI-enabled solutions. It combines datasets, smart APIs, and statistical and machine learning algorithms into data products, enabling users to derive actionable insights through apps while offering deployment options in AWS and Azure marketplaces.
Spiio
Venture Round in 2018
Spiio develops a wireless sensor system and cloud analytics platform for plant maintenance, combining IoT with horticulture to monitor green installations and optimize irrigation. The sensor suite measures soil moisture, light, and temperature, and provides real-time data and analytics to inform irrigation decisions. The company also offers installation services for urban vegetation, helping customers reduce irrigation maintenance and conserve water, chemicals, power, and labor. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Palo Alto, Spiio aims to improve water efficiency and plant health across agricultural and landscape environments.
nCorium
Seed Round in 2018
nCorium is a technology company based in San Jose, California, specializing in data-centric server architecture and a software framework designed to facilitate accelerated computing for artificial intelligence and other applications. The company focuses on developing a data processing platform that addresses the challenges of AI, offering high-performance solutions with an emphasis on power efficiency. nCorium's proprietary sensor fusion technology integrates LiDARs, cameras, and IoT devices, enabling high-fidelity intelligence generation and precise object tracking. This innovative approach supports critical operations in sectors such as aviation and manufacturing, allowing clients to enhance video processing capabilities without compromising the number of simultaneous transcoding sessions.
Arkose Labs
Venture Round in 2018
Arkose Labs develops an online fraud and abuse prevention platform that protects businesses in sectors such as online marketplaces, travel, banking, social media, ticketing, and online gaming. The platform defends consumer actions against account takeover, fake account abuse, scraping, spam, and gift‑card fraud. Founded in 2015, the company is headquartered in San Mateo, California, with offices in London, Costa Rica, and Brisbane. It is recognized as a leader in bot detection and mitigation, offering a $1 million warranty for credential‑stuffing and SMS toll fraud. Arkose Labs’ AI‑powered system combines global telemetry, dynamic threat response, and a bilateral feedback loop to validate suspicious traffic and train enforcement, reducing friction for legitimate users while authenticating identities across all customer touchpoints.
Netifi Inc. is a San Francisco-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing a cloud-native application platform designed for developers. The company's platform is built on RSocket and offers a reactive microservices framework that integrates essential functionalities such as API management, routing, service discovery, and predictive load balancing into a single deployable unit. This simplifies the process of building distributed systems, allowing developers to focus on their core products while lowering engineering costs. By combining the capabilities of an API gateway and a service mesh, Netifi creates a unified microservices ecosystem that facilitates the rapid development of real-time web, mobile, and IoT applications.
Kapalya
Pre Seed Round in 2018
Kapalya Inc. is a technology company that specializes in mobile application development, focusing on secure access to corporate and cloud servers. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Honolulu, Hawaii, with an additional office in Berkeley, California, Kapalya offers a mobile application that allows users to navigate and transfer files between various platforms, including corporate SharePoint farms, Windows file shares, and cloud-based storage applications, all utilizing fingerprint recognition for security. The company provides robust encryption solutions for a range of applications such as Box, Oracle, Amazon Web Services, and Salesforce, ensuring that sensitive files are securely stored both at-rest and in-transit. Kapalya caters to chief information officers, chief information security officers, executives, and enterprise users, enabling them to share encrypted files seamlessly across multiple cloud platforms while maintaining data integrity and security.
Avid Secure
Seed Round in 2018
Avid Secure, Inc. is a cloud infrastructure security company founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. The firm specializes in providing advanced security analytics, compliance automation, and DevSecOps solutions. Avid Secure harnesses the power of artificial intelligence and automation to enhance compliance, governance, and security monitoring for public cloud environments. Its offerings include intelligent security monitoring, risk governance, and smart development software, all designed to help clients securely store their information at competitive prices. As of January 2019, Avid Secure operates as a subsidiary of Sophos Group plc.
QPi Education
Seed Round in 2018
QPi Education Inc. is an education development company based in Berkeley, California, founded in 2018. It specializes in providing online coding courses that integrate engineering and design thinking to facilitate STEM education. The company focuses on practical and project-based learning, allowing students to engage with concepts through hands-on experiences. QPi Education offers a variety of resources, including step-by-step lessons, classroom maker kits, and professional development for educators. Additionally, it provides 24/7 support to enhance the learning experience. By demystifying complex subjects, QPi Education aims to make STEM education accessible and relevant for both students and teachers.
Ondaka
Venture Round in 2018
Ondaka is a technology company founded in 2017 and based in Palo Alto, California, specializing in high-resolution 3D visualizations for the oil and gas sector, as well as heavy equipment industries. The company focuses on delivering interactive visual understanding and contextualized data to facility engineers and project stakeholders, enhancing their ability to manage remote assets effectively. Ondaka's platform integrates asset visualization, AI-driven data surfacing, and Internet of Things (IoT) technologies, allowing clients to access mission-critical information quickly. This innovative approach helps clients save time and improve safety by providing intuitive data management tools tailored to the demands of heavy industry and critical infrastructure. Ondaka has established a diverse client base that includes major operators and oilfield service companies, addressing needs across various operational stages, from well pads to pipelines and refineries.
ZaiNar
Venture Round in 2018
ZaiNar, Inc. is a technology company founded in 2016 and based in Menlo Park, California, specializing in automatic location tracking solutions. The company has developed a platform that utilizes radio signals to accurately track the real-time locations of various items, including cellphones, vehicles, drones, and IoT devices. ZaiNar’s innovative approach allows for positioning with a range exceeding 200 meters and sub-meter accuracy, making it a scalable and cost-effective alternative to traditional tracking methods. Its technology is particularly advantageous in dynamic industrial environments, where it enables clients to monitor assets without requiring a direct line of sight.
Back4App
Seed Round in 2018
Founded in 2015, Back4App provides an open-source backend platform that empowers developers to build, deploy, and scale applications efficiently. Its AI-powered solution enhances developer productivity by automating DevOps tasks and accelerating time-to-market.
Glidian
Seed Round in 2018
Glidian Inc. is a technology company that designs and develops a platform specifically for the insurance sector, aimed at streamlining the prior authorization process between healthcare providers and insurance payers. Founded in 2016 and based in Palo Alto, California, Glidian's platform consolidates various authorizations from multiple insurance companies, pre-populates necessary forms, and provides suggestions to enhance the likelihood of approval on the first attempt. Additionally, it offers real-time support for insurance-related inquiries and generates analytics and reports on policy authorization. By simplifying these processes, Glidian enables healthcare providers to concentrate more on patient care rather than navigating complex authorization requirements.
Doxel, Inc. is a technology company focused on the construction industry, specializing in machine vision solutions and artificial intelligence software. Founded in 2015 and based in Menlo Park, California, Doxel offers a comprehensive project management system that automates tracking of construction progress and schedules across various trades. Utilizing a combination of 360-degree cameras, drones, and ground rovers, the company's software autonomously captures three-dimensional scans of construction sites. This data is integrated into a cloud-based dashboard, which leverages AI to assess project completion percentages, monitor production rates, and predict future project timelines based on real-time productivity metrics. Doxel's solutions aim to mitigate delays and budget overruns, providing construction managers with immediate insights into project status and resource allocation.
Clear Genetics
Seed Round in 2018
Clear Genetics, Inc. is a digital health company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in providing genetic counseling services to women, healthcare providers, and health systems. Established in 2016, the company offers Clearancy, a web application designed to deliver personalized genetic information for patients undergoing genetic testing and their healthcare practitioners. Clear Genetics collaborates with health systems, laboratories, and academic institutions to enhance patient access to genetic counseling and testing across various medical specialties, including prenatal care, cardiology, carrier screening, hereditary cancer, and pediatrics. As of November 2019, Clear Genetics operates as a subsidiary of Invitae Corporation.
Zenith Aerospace
Seed Round in 2018
Zenith Aerospace Inc. is a company based in Palo Alto, California, specializing in the development of an innovative aerial platform capable of flying for extended periods without the need to land. Founded in 2016, the company operates at the intersection of aerospace, electrical engineering, computer vision, and data science to advance earth imaging technologies. Zenith Aerospace aims to provide real-time monitoring services that deliver accurate information to operators in various fields, day and night. By utilizing solar-powered unmanned aircraft, the company offers a sustainable solution for continuous observation and monitoring, enabling clients to make informed decisions efficiently over extended durations.
Refresh AI
Seed Round in 2018
Refresh AI Inc. is a company that specializes in artificial intelligence-driven customer relationship management (CRM) and sales software solutions. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Refresh AI offers a unique CRM platform that autonomously adapts and communicates with sales representatives in plain language. This platform seamlessly integrates with widely used tools such as Salesforce, Gmail, and Slack, allowing businesses to streamline their sales processes. By utilizing this technology, clients can significantly reduce their deal cycles while maintaining high conversion and retention rates.
Founded in 2014, 3TEN8 develops a cloud-based SaaS platform that empowers mobile operators to comprehend and optimize their wireless networks and subscriber experience. Its AI-driven software provides insights and analytics, predicting network outages and delivering actionable solutions to enhance service quality.
Visage Inc, established in 2014 and based in San Francisco, operates visage.jobs, a unique hiring platform. It leverages AI and crowdsourcing to help employers find and engage underrepresented talent. The platform allows for candidate profile sourcing, uploading, and submission, streamlining the recruitment process, and integrating with top Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) for efficiency.
Authenticiti
Seed Round in 2017
Authenticiti, Inc. is a technology company that develops a blockchain-based supply chain data platform designed for manufacturers. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in Toronto and Los Angeles, Authenticiti offers a solution that aggregates critical order-to-cash data. This platform aims to eliminate data siloes and provide real-time visibility into supply chain processes. It streamlines operations by automating manual reconciliation, reducing lead times, and preventing service level agreement disputes. Furthermore, the company's solution supports track and trace capabilities, dispute resolution, and vendor-managed inventory, facilitating a secure hand-off of both physical and digital assets.
Tooso Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform designed to enhance e-commerce search and discovery. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Tooso employs artificial intelligence to create personalized and interactive retail experiences. Its platform allows consumers to search for products using natural language and voice, adapting in real time to their preferences and behaviors. By leveraging predictive analytics, Tooso enables retailers to improve conversion rates, foster customer loyalty, and ultimately drive revenue growth. In 2019, Tooso became a subsidiary of Coveo Solutions Inc.
Wivity Inc. specializes in the development and manufacturing of sockets and modems that enable connectivity across various networks throughout a product's life cycle. The company offers development boards that integrate hardware and software, facilitating the incorporation of its sockets and modems into a range of devices, as well as expansion slots for Wi-Fi devices to ensure cellular connectivity. In addition to its hardware offerings, Wivity provides governance frameworks and SaaS infrastructure tailored for Web3 collaborations, contributing to initiatives such as the SunSpec Alliance's cybersecurity certification program and the governance framework for OMA3. Wivity is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Groove
Venture Round in 2017
Groove Labs, Inc. is a sales engagement platform that specializes in automating non-sales activities to enhance the productivity of sales teams. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, with additional offices in San Diego and Bellevue, the company offers a range of solutions, including email and calendar integration, custom multi-step campaign creation, and a dialer tool designed to streamline the sales process. Groove's Salesforce-native architecture allows for accurate reporting and compliance with global privacy laws, making it suitable for enterprises. Its platform is utilized by over 50,000 sales representatives and customer success managers at major companies, helping them reclaim valuable time for relationship-building and revenue generation. Groove has consistently received high customer satisfaction ratings and has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing privately held companies in the United States.
Parabol
Seed Round in 2017
Parabol, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing an open-source meeting application tailored for remote and agile teams. Founded in 2015 and based in Alhambra, California, Parabol's platform facilitates effective communication and collaboration among distributed teams, allowing them to conduct retrospective meetings and evaluate their processes without the need for traditional tools like sticky notes. The application generates automatic insights about team performance by analyzing online collaboration activity and consolidating meeting notes and tasks into summaries. This information is shared in real time or asynchronously, ensuring all team members are on the same page, regardless of their location or time zone. Parabol also offers integration with popular project management tools, enabling teams to track progress and address roadblocks efficiently. By focusing on clarity and collaboration, Parabol aims to enhance team dynamics and unlock better performance.
Carta Healthcare
Seed Round in 2017
Carta Healthcare provides a software-as-a-service platform that maps the patient journey through hospitals by integrating data from existing information systems. The platform identifies potential bottlenecks weeks in advance and issues alerts about bed shortages and cancellations. It enables hospitals to personalize care by analyzing past patient journeys and using machine learning to predict what the current patient will need and what to expect during treatment. Its clinical data abstraction capabilities automate extraction and processing to improve efficiency, accuracy, and compliance. The solution supports hospitals and research organizations in optimizing patient care, resource allocation, and operational decisions. Founded in 2016 and based in San Mateo, California, Carta Healthcare focuses on turning disparate clinical data into actionable insights to improve care delivery.
Tarsier
Pre Seed Round in 2017
Tarsier Systems LLC is a company that specializes in the development of camera-based detection and tracking systems, focusing on drone detection and airspace security. Established in 2019 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Munich, Germany, Tarsier provides solutions for commercial, government, and military applications. The company's technology employs advanced artificial intelligence to deliver comprehensive awareness of aerial threats, specifically targeting malicious and reckless drone activities. Through its innovative systems, Tarsier aims to enhance national security by safeguarding airspace from unwanted drone incursions.
Back4App
Seed Round in 2017
Founded in 2015, Back4App provides an open-source backend platform that empowers developers to build, deploy, and scale applications efficiently. Its AI-powered solution enhances developer productivity by automating DevOps tasks and accelerating time-to-market.
Privacera
Seed Round in 2017
Privacera, Inc. is a data security and governance company that offers a software-as-a-service platform designed to help enterprises discover, manage, and monitor sensitive data across various systems. Founded in 2016 and based in Fremont, California, Privacera provides a comprehensive solution that utilizes artificial intelligence to automate the discovery and classification of sensitive information. Its platform supports data sharing while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, including the General Data Protection Regulation. Privacera's technology aggregates access history from multiple sources into a unified dashboard, enabling security and compliance teams to monitor data usage effectively. The company serves a diverse clientele, including Fortune 500 companies in sectors such as finance, insurance, retail, and media, facilitating high-fidelity policy management at scale across both cloud and on-premises environments. Privacera was previously known as Global Tenet, Inc. until its rebranding in October 2019.
Edyza is a technology company based in Irvine, California, specializing in hardware and software solutions for high-density connectivity and computing in the Internet of Things (IoT) sector. Founded in 2015 by Dr. Rana Basheer and Atul Patel, Edyza combines proprietary wireless communication methods with advanced fog, edge, and cloud computing capabilities. This enables thousands of sensors and actuators to communicate effectively in close proximity, providing high-resolution data essential for machine learning, predictions, and automation within industrial, commercial, and government applications. Additionally, Edyza's platform utilizes ambient energy harvesting to power its network of low-power, mesh-networked wireless sensors, allowing seamless operation without the need for constant calibration or battery changes.
ContextSmith
Venture Round in 2017
ContextSmith, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in customer intelligence software. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, the company offers a platform designed to centralize various customer interactions and convert them into a structured database, serving as a single source of truth about customers. This solution enhances collaboration among revenue teams by breaking down silos, enabling businesses to manage and grow enterprise accounts effectively. By leveraging comprehensive customer insights, ContextSmith aims to facilitate more effective sales strategies for both new and existing clients.
Flowzo, Inc. is a broadband service provider based in San Francisco, California, established in 2016. The company focuses on delivering high-speed Internet connectivity to smaller metropolitan areas and neighborhoods with inadequate communication infrastructure. Flowzo installs its fiber fast network on the rooftops of multiplex buildings, effectively connecting these locations to reliable Internet services. By leveraging fiber lines and wireless interfaces, Flowzo aims to enhance the quality of Internet access for multiplex owners and their tenants, thereby uplifting local communities and improving overall connectivity in underserved regions.
FarmWise
Venture Round in 2017
FarmWise, established in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, specializes in developing and manufacturing robotic machinery for agriculture. The company's primary product is a mechanical weeder, designed to track and remove weeds in vegetable crops, enhancing farm efficiency and reducing herbicide usage. FarmWise also offers comprehensive training and support to ensure optimal use of its technology.
Stellic
Venture Round in 2017
Stellic Inc. is an innovative company that operates an integrated planning and advising platform aimed at enhancing the academic experience for students. The platform features tools such as Degree Planner, which assists students in selecting courses and planning their semesters, while also providing features like prerequisite checks and integrated calendars. Additionally, the Degree Audit tool helps students track their academic progress by calculating completed, in-progress, and remaining requirements. The Advisor Tool empowers advisors to identify at-risk students early on, facilitating timely interventions. Furthermore, Stellic offers Data Reports that provide university administrators with insights into course demand, student performance challenges, and overall engagement. Founded by Carnegie Mellon undergraduates, the company emerged from a desire to improve the degree planning process, and it has since garnered recognition within the academic community. Stellic Inc. is headquartered in Doha, Qatar, with an additional location in Palo Alto, California.
Text IQ
Venture Round in 2017
Text IQ, Inc. is an artificial intelligence company that specializes in providing solutions for privacy, legal, and compliance challenges. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in San Francisco, Cork, and Vancouver, the company offers an Unstructured Data Platform that leverages advanced AI technologies, including unsupervised machine learning and deep learning. This platform assists organizations in identifying sensitive information hidden within unstructured data, enabling them to prevent potential legal and compliance disasters. Text IQ's software supports risk, audit, and compliance teams by detecting anomalous activities and documents, and it accelerates case strategy development by efficiently reviewing vast datasets. The company's innovative approach has garnered recognition and adoption among leading financial services, healthcare, and government organizations globally.