Apple is a multinational corporation that designs, manufactures, and markets a range of consumer electronics and software products. Its primary offerings include the iPhone, iPad, Mac computers, Apple Watch, and Apple TV, which are complemented by a suite of software applications, operating systems such as iOS and macOS, and services like iCloud. Established in 1976 by Steven Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and Ronald Wayne, Apple has built a reputation for innovation, exemplified by the introduction of the Macintosh, the first widely sold personal computer with a graphical user interface. The company operates globally, selling its products through retail and online stores, as well as through third-party carriers and resellers. With a focus on creating an integrated ecosystem, Apple continues to expand its offerings in areas such as streaming services and augmented reality, while its hardware and software are designed to work seamlessly together. Headquartered in Cupertino, California, Apple ranks among the largest and most admired companies worldwide.
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iHairium
Seed Round in 2024
AI-powered healthcare ecosystem for hair & skin diagnostics and treatment. For people, for specialists, for business.
Globalstar
Post in 2024
Globalstar, Inc. is a telecommunications company that specializes in providing mobile satellite services globally. Established in 1991 and headquartered in Covington, Louisiana, the company offers a range of products, including duplex two-way voice and data communication services, fixed communication solutions for various settings, and satellite data modem services. Its offerings cater to both commercial and recreational users, facilitating communication in areas where traditional networks are unavailable or unreliable. Globalstar also provides consumer products like the SPOT satellite GPS messenger for personal tracking and emergency messaging, as well as commercial Internet of Things (IoT) solutions for monitoring assets such as cargo containers and utility meters. The company serves diverse markets, including government, public safety, oil and gas, maritime, construction, and transportation. With a subscriber base of approximately 775,000 as of December 31, 2019, Globalstar operates through a combination of direct sales, independent agents, and online platforms.
Datakalab
Acquisition in 2024
DatakaLab, incorporated in 2016 and based in Paris, France, specializes in developing advanced algorithms for traffic counting and consumer emotion analysis. The company leverages artificial intelligence and neuroscientific tools to accurately segment data by demographic factors such as age and genre, while also measuring levels of consumer attention. By employing innovative compression and AI acceleration techniques, DatakaLab has transitioned its vision-based output counting solutions from cloud-based systems to edge computing, resulting in significant cost savings and enhanced data processing speeds. This approach allows brands to optimize customer insights and drive their transformation and innovation strategies effectively.
DarwinAI
Acquisition in 2024
DarwinAI Corp. is a company that designs and develops a platform for creating deep neural networks aimed at enterprise artificial intelligence. Based in Waterloo, Canada, the company offers GenSynth, a software platform that accelerates the deep learning development cycle for developers and data scientists. GenSynth automatically generates models that meet specific performance targets while ensuring transparency and providing insights into the factors influencing decision-making. DarwinAI's technology, referred to as Generative Synthesis, optimizes and explains deep learning processes, thereby eliminating uncertainties in AI development. Additionally, the company has developed an AI-powered visual quality inspection system for the PCBA manufacturing lifecycle, which utilizes specialized optics and artificial intelligence to detect product defects. This system enhances product quality and consistency, ultimately reducing costs and improving customer satisfaction in manufacturing.
M3 Technology
Post in 2023
M3 Technology is a manufacturing company that specialises in the comprehensive cycle of analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits, from design and testing to production and marketing. The company primarily focuses on the design and sales of high-end power management ICs, delivering efficient and stable voltage regulation with minimal inductance and low interference.
BIS Records
Acquisition in 2023
BIS Records is a classical label that offers a diverse recording repertoire that includes works of contemporary composers and early music.
Mira
Acquisition in 2023
Mira develops mobile augmented reality platforms designed to provide industrial wearables and software technologies. Their software permits the authoring of workflows, procedures, and documents for industrial workflows while keeping the team connected remotely. They enable manufacturing industries to enhance safety in the industrial environment.
WaveOne
Acquisition in 2023
WaveOne, Inc. specializes in developing advanced video and image compression software utilizing machine learning and artificial intelligence. Founded in 2016 and located in Palo Alto, California, the company focuses on delivering custom, context-dependent solutions that significantly enhance the efficiency of digital media compression. WaveOne's technology features a codec capable of operating orders of magnitude faster than traditional systems, enabling rapid encoding and decoding of data sets at high speeds. This innovation allows digital media industries to process, print, upload, and share clear images effectively, positioning WaveOne at the forefront of digital media compression advancements.
gamma
Private Equity Round in 2023
gamma operates as a modern media and music company created to revolutionize the way artists create, distribute, and monetize their content and brand.
Globalstar
Post in 2023
Globalstar, Inc. is a telecommunications company that specializes in providing mobile satellite services globally. Established in 1991 and headquartered in Covington, Louisiana, the company offers a range of products, including duplex two-way voice and data communication services, fixed communication solutions for various settings, and satellite data modem services. Its offerings cater to both commercial and recreational users, facilitating communication in areas where traditional networks are unavailable or unreliable. Globalstar also provides consumer products like the SPOT satellite GPS messenger for personal tracking and emergency messaging, as well as commercial Internet of Things (IoT) solutions for monitoring assets such as cargo containers and utility meters. The company serves diverse markets, including government, public safety, oil and gas, maritime, construction, and transportation. With a subscriber base of approximately 775,000 as of December 31, 2019, Globalstar operates through a combination of direct sales, independent agents, and online platforms.
financemanras
Seed Round in 2022
Finanncemantras.com is a one stop solution to get simplified answers of your all financial queries in laymen terms. The Finanncemantras simplifies personal finance for you. It is the home of experts who offer clear and practical advice about managing your money. We publish finance news, Tips, Reviews, and how-to guides to help you understand every aspect of your financial lives. Our articles will answer your financial questions. More than 50 of our expert writers are qualified and experienced in their respective fields, including MBAs and PhDs, CFPs and other advanced degrees.
Credit Kudos
Acquisition in 2022
Credit Kudos Limited operates an online credit scoring platform in the United Kingdom, focusing on enhancing financial inclusion and credit availability. The company allows borrowers to temporarily share their creditworthiness with lenders and brokers by connecting their online banking data. This process enables lenders to quickly assess an applicant's suitability through real-time access to consumer transaction data. Credit Kudos employs machine learning to create precise and transparent credit scorecards and affordability metrics, aiming for a fairer representation of creditworthiness. Its offerings include an online dashboard for issuing affordability requests and the Atlas underwriting platform, which provides insights based on Open Banking data. Additionally, the Reports API facilitates the automation of lending decisions and integration of Credit Kudos data into existing risk models. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in London, Credit Kudos strives to improve the lending process while prioritizing consumer consent and data privacy.
AI Music
Acquisition in 2022
AI Music Limited, founded in 2017 and based in London, UK, specializes in developing innovative software and tools that leverage artificial intelligence to enhance music integration in various contexts. The company offers products such as Sympaphonic, which aligns advertisements with suitable music; Creative Studio, enabling the rapid creation of diverse audio advertisements tailored to different demographics and activities; Music Discovery, a tool for finding music tracks; and Ossia, which facilitates music mixing. AI Music aims to make music more accessible and relevant by providing solutions for marketers, publishers, fitness professionals, and creative agencies, utilizing its proprietary Infinite Music Engine and advanced technology to deliver personalized and context-aware musical experiences.
Trala
Venture Round in 2021
Trala, Inc. is a company that develops a music education application aimed at teaching users how to play the violin. The application provides features such as tutorials, daily lessons, and real-time feedback on mistakes, utilizing advanced signal processing technology to enhance the learning experience. Users benefit from instant feedback and access to thousands of video tutorials from renowned violinists. Additionally, the app facilitates communication between students and teachers, allowing for the tracking of practice activities and progress. Founded in 2016 and based in Chicago, Illinois, Trala aims to offer a convenient and effective approach to violin education.
Lime
Convertible Note in 2021
Lime is a transportation company that focuses on providing sustainable solutions for urban mobility by offering electric scooters and bike-sharing services. The company partners with cities to deploy a fleet of electric bikes and scooters equipped with GPS and self-activating locks, which allows users to access affordable and reliable transportation options. Lime aims to address the first- and last-mile transportation challenges, promoting environmentally friendly alternatives that help reduce carbon footprints. By encouraging a shift in transportation behavior, Lime seeks to empower future generations to contribute to a more sustainable planet.
Primephonic
Acquisition in 2021
Primephonic is an online music streaming platform based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, dedicated exclusively to classical music. Founded to address the unique challenges within the classical music industry, it offers a high-definition download store alongside a digital streaming service. Primephonic aims to cater to the under-served classical music audience by providing an extensive catalog, high-quality audio, and advanced search technology. The platform actively collaborates with classical music artists, managers, labels, and arts presenters to enhance the digital experience for listeners while addressing the value gap that affects artists and labels in the streaming audio landscape. Through these efforts, Primephonic aspires to rejuvenate interest in classical music on a global scale.
VamosVentures
Corporate Round in 2021
VamosVentures is a venture capital firm based in Los Angeles, California, founded in 2018. The firm focuses on investing in early-stage, tech-enabled companies across various sectors, including health and wellness, fintech, and sustainability. A key aspect of VamosVentures is its commitment to supporting Latinx and diverse founders, aiming to promote social mobility and wealth creation through its investments. The firm actively participates in funding rounds, whether by leading, co-leading, or joining as an investor. Since its inception, VamosVentures has managed multiple investment funds and has made several investments, reflecting its focus on fostering innovation and diversity within the startup ecosystem. The firm has also attracted backing from notable sources, including Apple, underscoring its growing influence in the venture capital landscape.
SweetBio
Corporate Round in 2021
SweetBio, Inc. is a medical device company based in Memphis, Tennessee, specializing in the research, development, and manufacturing of innovative wound care solutions. Founded in 2015, the company focuses on bioengineering membranes that utilize medical-grade Manuka honey to enhance healing and combat infections associated with wounds, pressure ulcers, diabetic ulcers, surgical wounds, and abrasions. SweetBio's unique honey-incorporated absorbable membranes are designed to improve the efficacy of wound care treatments, offering healthcare professionals a new platform for addressing both chronic and acute wounds effectively.
Alabama A & M University (AAMU)
Grant in 2021
Alabama A & M University in Normal, Alabama has five different schools of study in both undergrad and graduate studies: the School of Arts and Sciences, School of Business, School of Education, School of Agricultural and Environmental Science, and the School of Engineering and Technology. The many programs in these schools include behavioral science, English, languages, mathematics, military science, natural & physical sciences, physics, social work, art, teaching, music, psychology and many more. There’s sure to be something of interest for you. Alabama A & M’s academic advising has comprehensive programs like SOAR (an orientation and registration program), and university survival skill courses, which will give you everything you need to prepare for your time in the university. The financial aid counselors are dedicated to assisting students in finding financial aid, like loans, grants and scholarships, as well as helping to plan the financial aid application process. The career development services center has an online recruiting system where students, alumni and employers can network. The center also offers advice and job fairs for students looking to find careers. Alabama A&M University is an HBCU.
Morgan State University
Grant in 2021
Initially founded as a private institution in the Methodist tradition, Morgan State University was purchased by the state of Maryland in 1939 to offer more higher education opportunities to its minority constituents. Morgan State University is an HBCU. Morgan State University is located in Baltimore, and offers a wide range of studies for undergraduate and graduate degrees. Graduate studies include a long list of social studies, business and all sciences, while doctoral programs include a list almost as long in areas such as engineering, environmental sciences, public health, and so much more. Morgan State University proudly provides a well-rounded educational experience to all students. The faculty encourage students to get involved on-campus to ensure students are invested in their future. Student programs and support services are available, from organizations to academic and personal counseling. Staff and faculty understand the pressures of academic life, and want to make sure the students are able to deal constructively with those stresses. If you’re interested in a unique institution that values the highest level of education, a well-rounded experience and dedicated faculty, look no further. Call Baltimore your new home and check out Morgan State University.
Coherent Corp
Post in 2021
Coherent is a global company that develops, manufactures, and supports laser equipment and related speciality components. The company serves the industrial, communications, electronics, and instrumentation markets. Coherent operates in over 20 countries and is focused on advancing technologies in materials, networking, and lasers.
SourceDNA
Acquisition in 2021
SourceDNA, Inc. is a technology company based in Oakland, California, founded in 2011. It specializes in application store intelligence, providing tools that automatically scan iOS and Android applications to track SDK market share and generate sales leads. The company offers the Searchlight platform, which enables users to analyze and monitor applications for security and quality issues. Additionally, SourceDNA's web service assists developers and service providers in identifying who is using their code by continuously scanning app stores and uploaded binaries for matches. This service operates across multiple platforms and programming languages, helping to detect code components in various software, including mobile apps and firmware. Through its analytics software, SourceDNA serves as a code watchdog, empowering users to make informed decisions regarding the security and integrity of their applications.
Torre
Seed Round in 2021
Torre is a Singapore-based financial technology company that focuses on connecting family offices and high-net-worth investors with global investment opportunities. It aims to democratize access to alternative investments such as private equity, venture capital, real estate funds, and hedge funds, providing a wealth management platform that allows mass affluent investors to engage in these markets with lower investment thresholds. Additionally, Torre operates a professional network designed to streamline the recruitment process, facilitating job searches and matches between tech talent and companies. The organization is comprised of a team with expertise in consulting, asset management, and digital technology, enhancing its capability to innovate in both wealth management and recruitment sectors.
UnitedMasters
Series B in 2021
UnitedMasters is a music distribution company founded in 2017 and headquartered in Brooklyn, New York. It provides an alternative to traditional record label contracts, allowing artists to distribute their music on platforms such as Spotify, YouTube, and SoundCloud while retaining ownership of their master recordings. Artists pay UnitedMasters a competitive fee for distribution services, and the company facilitates the sharing of royalties between the platform and the musicians. UnitedMasters aims to empower independent artists by offering tools and insights to help them reach their audiences effectively. It operates as a subsidiary of Translation Enterprises Inc.
Vilynx
Acquisition in 2020
Vilynx, Inc. is a technology company that offers an online platform for managing video content, enhancing viewer engagement, and providing detailed analytics. Founded in 2011 and based in Palo Alto, California, with an additional office in Barcelona, Spain, Vilynx enables users to publish, edit, store, share, and browse videos effectively. The platform allows users to create engaging summaries, add rich metadata for improved search capabilities, and generate interactive video clips that attract audience attention. Utilizing machine learning technology, Vilynx enhances video personalization and helps publishers increase viewer engagement, with metrics showing significant improvements in video views and viewing time. The platform also provides comprehensive data analytics, offering insights into viewer behavior and content performance. Through its APIs, clients can access dashboards that reveal which parts of their videos are most engaging, ultimately aiming to maximize audience interaction and boost advertising revenue.
Scout FM
Acquisition in 2020
Scout FM is a hand-curated podcast radio stations personalized with the power of data and artificial intelligence. They create talk radio stations with the latest, highest quality radio shows, and podcasts, and then personalize these stations for each listener. Headquartered in San Francisco, CA, the company was founded in 2017 by Cara Meverden, Saul Carlin, and Dan McCartney.
SABH's Big Adventure
Acquisition in 2020
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Spaces
Acquisition in 2020
Spaces, officially formed in January 2016, says it’s already working on a range of VR and mixed-reality projects with companies including NBCUniversal, Microsoft, Big Blue Bubble and the Hettema Group. Platforms it’s developing for include Oculus Rift, HTC Vive, Microsoft HoloLens, Samsung Gear VR, PlayStation VR and Google Cardboard. “Spaces has a compelling and clear vision to be the catalyst for companies looking to create VR and MxR (mixed reality) experiences,” Comcast Ventures managing director Michael Yang said in a statement. “Spaces is combining remarkable capabilities, tools and creativity to push the boundaries of the VR frontier.”
Mobeewave
Acquisition in 2020
Mobeewave sees the evolution of cashless payment from cards towards ubiquitous mobile money. By equipping a mobile phone with secure, contactless payment-acceptance capability, Mobeewave’s award-winning patented technology powers a True Wallet Experience for consumers, allowing them to put cash in to their mobile wallets as well as make payments. With Mobeewave, anyone can accept cashless payment for anything, anyhow, enabling in-person consumer-to-consumer transactions, between strangers as well as friends and family, in a secure, trusted and open environment.
Inductiv
Acquisition in 2020
Inductiv developed technology that uses artificial intelligence to automate the task of identifying and correcting errors in data. Having clean data is important for machine learning, a popular and powerful type of AI that helps software improve with less human intervention.
Copan Diagnostics
Grant in 2020
Copan Diagnostics is a supplier of bacteriology swabs, viral transport media, VTM, and molecular transport systems. Specialties include innovations in pre-analytics in microbiology, liquid based microbiology, pre-analytical automated specimen processing, and digital bacteriology.
NextVR
Acquisition in 2020
NextVR, Inc. is a company specializing in the development and delivery of advanced video capture technology for virtual reality experiences. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Laguna Beach, California, NextVR has created a platform that transmits live and on-demand virtual reality content in high-definition quality, enabling immersive experiences for sports events, concerts, and cinematic productions. The company holds over 26 patents related to the capture, compression, transmission, and display of virtual reality content, positioning it as a leader in the field. With strategic partnerships with major technology firms, NextVR aims to make virtual reality a mainstream medium for entertainment by ensuring that its content can be streamed effectively over standard home and mobile Internet connections. As a subsidiary of Apple Inc., NextVR continues to innovate in the realm of immersive media, enhancing access and engagement for fans around the world.
Voysis
Acquisition in 2020
Voysis is an Ireland-based AI startup. Voysis works specifically in the speech recognition domain and develops tech that makes it easier for digital voice assistants to understand a user’s natural language. Voysis believes that voice will soon be the first point of contact between ‘man’ and machine. Voysis believes that voice driven natural language interfaces will change the way people interact with consumer and enterprise facing applications by creating more intuitive, efficient, and personalized experiences. Voysis is a voice AI platform that will play a key role in bringing about this change. Voysis' mission is to be the de-facto platform to enable any business to rapidly ‘stand up’ deep domain, brand-specific, intelligent voice systems enabling rich, natural language interactions between their brands and users.
The Dark Sky Company
Acquisition in 2020
The Dark Sky Company focuses on advanced weather forecasting and visualization through its mobile application. The platform utilizes cutting-edge technology to provide precise predictions of precipitation, including rain and snow, at specific locations and down to the minute. This allows users to plan their activities effectively based on accurate weather information, complemented by visually appealing weather representations.
Stock Market Mentor
Series A in 2020
Stock Market Mentor provides educational resources and tools for traders and investors in the stock market. They offer services for educational resources, including articles, videos, podcasts, and webinars.
Xnor.ai
Acquisition in 2020
Xnor.ai brings state-of-the-art artificial intelligence to the edge. Xnor’s platform allows companies to run complex deep learning algorithms, formerly restricted to the cloud, locally on a range of devices including mobile phones, drones, and wearables. This new, highly scalable approach ensures complete privacy of data, eliminates the need for connectivity, and significantly reduces memory load and power demands, all without compromising accuracy or performance. Xnor’s industry-leading technology is used by global corporations in aerospace, automotive, retail, photography, and consumer electronics.
Spectral Edge
Acquisition in 2019
Spectral Edge is a technology company focused on developing advanced image processing and enhancement solutions. It utilizes patented image fusion technology combined with deep learning to improve the quality and visibility of images, particularly for individuals with color vision deficiencies. By leveraging the full spectrum of color, Spectral Edge's technology enables the display of multi-modal images that enhance detail and clarity without introducing artifacts. This innovation aims to benefit application developers and enhance the user experience across mass-market devices, allowing for richer and more accessible visual content.
Corning
Post in 2019
Corning Incorporated, headquartered in Corning, New York, is a global leader in manufacturing glass, ceramics, and related materials. Established in 1851, the company operates across several segments, including Display Technologies, Optical Communications, Environmental Technologies, Specialty Materials, and Life Sciences. The Display Technologies segment produces glass substrates for organic light-emitting diodes and liquid crystal displays utilized in televisions and computers. In Optical Communications, Corning provides optical fibers, cables, and various hardware solutions for telecommunications networks. The Environmental Technologies segment focuses on emissions control products for the automotive sector, while Specialty Materials includes advanced formulations for glass and ceramics. The Life Sciences segment offers laboratory products, including consumables and pharmaceutical glass packaging. Corning also develops Gorilla Glass for mobile devices and collaborates with companies like Intel Corporation to enhance technology solutions. Through its diverse product offerings, Corning aims to meet evolving market demands and support innovation in dynamic industries.
Fashwell
Acquisition in 2019
Fashwell is a developer of a visual search platform that utilizes advanced deep learning algorithms to recognize and tag products in images, specifically in the fashion and furniture sectors. By enabling visual search solutions, Fashwell helps eCommerce businesses enhance user engagement and streamline the shopping experience. Their technology is designed for easy integration into various platforms, allowing retailers and brands to improve conversion rates and create new revenue channels. Through its innovative approach, Fashwell effectively connects content with commerce, making it easier for consumers to discover products visually.
Drive.ai
Acquisition in 2019
Drive.ai, Inc. specializes in developing artificial intelligence software and hardware for autonomous vehicles. Founded in 2015 by former lab mates from Stanford University's Artificial Intelligence Lab, the company focuses on creating self-driving technology that utilizes deep learning to enhance safety and adaptability in various driving environments. Drive.ai's offerings include a retrofitted self-driving kit, sensors, systems for vehicle control, communication systems, and an in-car interface. The company's mission is to leverage its innovative technology to save lives and transform the transportation industry. Headquartered in Mountain View, California, Drive.ai became a subsidiary of Apple Inc. in June 2019.
Tueo Health
Acquisition in 2019
The name Tueo ("too-ee-oh") comes from a Latin word meaning to observe, care for, and maintain. Tueo Health is creating a solution that puts this meaning to work in asthma management. The solution delivers accurate, objective indicators of asthma control together with clinical insight and understanding of what patients and their families need to achieve the best control and outcomes.
Stamplay
Acquisition in 2019
Stamplay is a low code platform that enables organizations to build high value business process spanning multiple cloud services. The platform provides enterprise integration, process automation, and a citizen experience, enabling business users and IT to collaborate in order to build, operate and roll out automations. Stamplay is a 500Startups and its customer base include Box, MSC Cruise, Lennar and Cisco.
PullString
Acquisition in 2019
PullString, Inc. is an entertainment and technology company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in developing interactive applications allowing users to engage in conversation with digital and physical characters. The company's primary offering, the PullString Platform, provides a comprehensive authoring environment, artificial intelligence capabilities, and conversation analytics, catering to various industries such as entertainment, customer service, gaming, and more. This platform supports major conversational channels including Facebook Messenger, Amazon Alexa, and others, enabling the creation of engaging experiences like Call of Duty’s Lt Reyes and Hello Barbie. Founded in 2011 as ToyTalk, PullString has transformed the landscape of computer conversation through its innovative blend of design and technology, allowing organizations to collaboratively develop and publish dynamic voice applications. The company rebranded to PullString in 2016 and has secured significant funding to further its mission in the realm of conversational experiences.
DataTiger
Acquisition in 2019
A marketing-orchestration platform to individually optimize the marketing journeys for your customers in real-time across all channels.
Camerai
Acquisition in 2019
Camerai is a provider of computer vision and augmented reality (AR) technologies aimed at enhancing user experiences across various platforms. The company offers a cross-platform engine that empowers developers, messaging and social platforms, and brands to implement advanced AR features. Camerai’s technology includes capabilities such as full-body AR effects, automatic green screen functionality, and art filters, allowing users to seamlessly integrate new graphics into their photos and videos. With its innovative real-time editing tools, Camerai brings professional-level video editing capabilities to mobile devices, enabling users to superimpose themselves into narratives and enhance their visual content.
Platoon
Acquisition in 2018
Platoon Limited, founded in 2015 and based in London, United Kingdom, specializes in discovering and nurturing emerging creative talent. The company operates an online platform that supports musicians, artists, writers, filmmakers, and designers in creating, distributing, and commercializing their work. By providing these artists with the necessary tools and resources, Platoon enables them to showcase their talents effectively and gain visibility in the competitive creative industry. As of December 2018, Platoon functions as a subsidiary of Apple Inc.
Silk Labs
Acquisition in 2018
Silk Labs Inc. is a machine learning company that specializes in developing an artificial intelligence platform focused on real-time image and audio recognition. Founded in 2015 and based in San Carlos, California, the company offers advanced capabilities such as people detection, facial recognition, and object detection. Silk Labs aims to enhance connected devices by embedding instant cognition into them through its innovative software solutions, leveraging the latest advances in deep neural networks. As of late 2018, Silk Labs operates as a subsidiary of Apple Inc.
Asaii
Acquisition in 2018
Asaii is an automated machine learning A&R and music management platform. The company builds tools that make it easier to discover and develop talent. By aggregating and generating insights on the digital footprints of content and talent on the internet, Asaii contextualizes and creates structures for music business folks. Asaii has built a recommendation engine to quickly identify future and budding hits. Asaii offers two products: a music management dashboard for A&Rs to quickly scout and manage talent and an API for services to integrate a recommendation engine into their platforms. Asaii was founded in August 2016 and is based in San Francisco, California. Asaii was acquired by Apple in October 2018 for under $100 million.
Dialog Semiconductor
Acquisition in 2018
Dialog Semiconductor is a prominent provider of integrated circuits (ICs) specializing in applications for the Internet of Things (IoT) and Industry 4.0. The company designs and manufactures a diverse range of semiconductor components, including power management tools, connectivity products, audio amplifiers, and lighting solutions, which enhance power efficiency and performance across various devices. With a fabless business model, Dialog focuses on innovation in technologies such as Battery Management, Bluetooth low energy, and Wi-Fi, catering to markets like mobile, computing, connected medical, and automotive. The company operates design and manufacturing facilities in Europe and China, with a global presence that includes operations in North America and Asia. Furthermore, Dialog is committed to social responsibility and actively engages in initiatives that benefit its employees, communities, and the environment.
Akonia Holographics
Acquisition in 2018
Akonia Holographics is a company based in Longmont, Colorado, specializing in advanced data storage technologies utilizing holography. Founded by Mark Ayres, Ken Anderson, and Fred Askham, it aims to revolutionize data storage through proprietary volume holographic media. In addition to its focus on holographic data storage, the company is also engaged in the development of GRIN and 3D optics. Its innovations include the creation of thin, transparent smart glass lenses that are capable of displaying vibrant, full-color images with a wide field of view.
Texture by Next Issue
Acquisition in 2018
Texture is a digital magazine platform owned by Condé Nast, Hearst Magazines, KKR, Meredith, News Corp, Rogers Media and Time Inc. It is a completely new way for readers to experience the world’s best magazines, reimagined for how people consume content today. Texture combines everything readers know and love about the print magazine experience and layers onto it the power of digital—giving people a curated reading experience that's available anytime, anywhere.
Next Issue Media
Acquisition in 2018
Next Issue Media offers a digital, publishing platform to develop, distribute, sell, and consume paid digital content of magazines and newspapers. The company serves publishers, advertisers, technology companies, e-tailers, and retailers. Founded in 2009, Next Issue Media is based in Palo Alto, California.
eMagin
Post in 2018
eMagin Corporation, founded in 1996 and headquartered in Hopewell Junction, New York, specializes in the design, development, manufacture, and marketing of organic light-emitting diode (OLED) displays and related products. The company produces OLED microdisplays for various applications, including military aviation helmets, weapons sights, night vision devices, and augmented reality systems. eMagin's offerings encompass a range of microdisplay technologies such as super video graphics array (SVGA) and digital SVGA OLED-XL displays. The firm also provides design reference kits and near-eye virtual imaging modules that facilitate integration into original equipment manufacturers' products. eMagin's commitment to innovation is exemplified by its Direct Patterning Technology, which enhances display performance by offering low power consumption, high contrast, and vibrant colors. The company serves markets in North America, Asia, and Europe, selling directly and through distributors.
Finisar
Grant in 2017
Finisar Corporation specializes in providing optical components and subsystems for networking equipment manufacturers, data center operators, telecom service providers, consumer electronics, and automotive industries globally. The company’s product offerings include transmitters, receivers, transceivers, transponders, and active optical cables, which serve as key interfaces in wireline and wireless communication networks. Additionally, Finisar produces wavelength selective switches that facilitate efficient network traffic management without the need for electronic signal conversion. The company's portfolio also features packaged lasers and photodetectors, along with passive optical components for telecommunication applications. Finisar markets its products through a combination of direct sales and partnerships with distributors, manufacturers’ representatives, and system integrators. Founded in 1987 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, Finisar operates as a subsidiary of II-VI Incorporated.
Shazam Entertainment
Acquisition in 2017
Shazam Entertainment Limited is a company that specializes in music discovery through its mobile application, Shazam, which is available on iOS, Android, and Windows phones, as well as on MAC and Windows PC platforms. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in London, United Kingdom, Shazam enables users to discover, explore, and share their favorite music and television shows. The company has established strategic alliances with several media organizations, including iHeartMedia, Cumulus, Entercom, Cox, and Sun Broadcast Group. In addition to its London headquarters, Shazam operates offices in New York City, Redwood City, Los Angeles, San Diego, Chicago, and North Sydney, Australia. As of September 2018, Shazam operates as a subsidiary of Apple Operations Europe.
Pop Up Archive
Acquisition in 2017
Pop Up Archive is an online platform of tools for organizing and searching digital spoken words. It makes sounds searchable using its speech-to-text technology. Audiosear.ch is a full-text search and recommendation engine for podcasts and radio — powering the best podcast experiences by automatically knowing everything about podcasts. The Audiosear.ch platform turns speech into text, indexes it, and analyzes it to create millions of data points (i.e. topics, entities, people, recommendations). We help audio distributors, platforms, and advertisers improve listener experiences, audio discovery, and content targeting. Pop Up Archive was launched by Anne Wootton and Bailey Smith in 2012 and is operated from Oakland, California.
Spektral
Acquisition in 2017
Spektral, formerly CloudCutout, is a visual effects company that applies machine learning to image and video editing. Spektral was founded by Henrik Paltoft and Toke Jansen in 2014 after having worked together for a couple of years digitising another of Henrik’s companies, Caramba Imaging. Henrik has worked 20 years in the graphical industry becoming a recognised expert in image optimisation. Toke is an honour's student from Danish Technology University’s division of machine learning and they came up with the idea to build CloudCutout. Henrik had access to thousands of images and great cutouts of all. Toke had the know-how to build an algorithm enabling an automatic move from the original to the cutout.
Vrvana
Acquisition in 2017
Vrvana is a Canadian company that develops a extended reality headset for the gaming community. As a high-tech startup, it is doing research and development in the virtual and augmented reality space. Currently Vrvana is developing Totem, a full-featured 3D VR headset. It was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Montreal, Canada.
InVisage Technologies
Acquisition in 2017
InVisage Technologies, Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company headquartered in Menlo Park, California, specializing in the development of QuantumFilm-based image sensors. Founded in 2005, the company focuses on producing advanced image sensors that capture high-fidelity and high-resolution images for various handheld devices, including camera phones and digital cameras. InVisage's technology is designed to absorb the full spectrum of light visible to the human eye, resulting in superior image quality. Its products have applications beyond mobile devices, extending to fields such as security and surveillance, automotive imaging, military, and medical imaging. As of November 2017, InVisage operates as a subsidiary of Apple Inc.
Regaind
Acquisition in 2017
Regaind provides an AI-driven platform designed to help businesses and developers manage large volumes of images by automatically sorting and analyzing photos. The service utilizes machine learning techniques to evaluate images based on factors such as aesthetics, sharpness, exposure, and color palettes. Additionally, Regaind's technology can analyze facial features to determine attributes like gender, age, and emotion. This functionality enables companies and individuals to efficiently organize their photo libraries, regain control over their digital assets, and save time in the process.
SensoMotoric Instruments (SMI)
Acquisition in 2017
SensoMotoric Instruments (SMI) is a world leader in dedicated computer vision applications. Working closely with their clients, they have more than 20 years experience in developing and marketing application-specific gaze & eye tracking systems and OEM solutions. More than 6,000 of their eye tracker systems in operation worldwide are testimony to their continuing success in providing innovative products and outstanding services.
Lattice
Acquisition in 2017
Lattice was born out of the Stanford research project DeepDive, a framework for statistical inference. They are the researchers and creators behind DeepDive, and now they build on top of DeepDive to create products for industry and government. Their mission is to unlock the value in dark data for critical real-world problems.
Corning
Post in 2017
Corning Incorporated, headquartered in Corning, New York, is a global leader in manufacturing glass, ceramics, and related materials. Established in 1851, the company operates across several segments, including Display Technologies, Optical Communications, Environmental Technologies, Specialty Materials, and Life Sciences. The Display Technologies segment produces glass substrates for organic light-emitting diodes and liquid crystal displays utilized in televisions and computers. In Optical Communications, Corning provides optical fibers, cables, and various hardware solutions for telecommunications networks. The Environmental Technologies segment focuses on emissions control products for the automotive sector, while Specialty Materials includes advanced formulations for glass and ceramics. The Life Sciences segment offers laboratory products, including consumables and pharmaceutical glass packaging. Corning also develops Gorilla Glass for mobile devices and collaborates with companies like Intel Corporation to enhance technology solutions. Through its diverse product offerings, Corning aims to meet evolving market demands and support innovation in dynamic industries.
Workflow
Acquisition in 2017
Workflow connects your apps and services together to automate things you do every day. The company also builds DeskConnect: the missing link between your devices.
RealFace
Acquisition in 2017
RealFace is a developer of advanced facial recognition software that offers a seamless biometric login solution for users. By leveraging innovative technology, the software enhances access to applications on mobile devices and personal computers, allowing for effortless and secure user verification. RealFace specializes in selecting the best photos from various platforms where users' images are stored, ensuring a frictionless experience for consumers when logging in. The company's focus on biometric solutions aims to simplify the authentication process while maintaining high security standards.
Indoor.io
Acquisition in 2016
Indoor.io is an indoor mapping platform that specializes in creating 3D maps of interior spaces. The platform is designed to be integrated into mobile applications and websites, providing users with detailed and interactive representations of indoor environments. In addition to mapping, Indoor.io offers an indoor navigation engine that allows users to efficiently find routes between different points within these spaces. This combination of features consolidates the company's extensive experience and investment in building indoor maps, positioning Indoor.io as a key player in the indoor navigation industry.
Tuplejump
Acquisition in 2016
Tuplejump is a provider of a unified data mining and analysis platform designed to enhance data equity and streamline operations for modern big data solutions. The platform integrates workflows for engineers, analysts, and data scientists, facilitating efficient data processing and reporting. With a focus on user experience, Tuplejump offers a modern visualization framework that allows for flexible sharing and embedding of data insights, thereby optimizing the overall data analysis process for businesses.
Gliimpse
Acquisition in 2016
Gliimpse is a health record management platform that aims to empower individuals to manage and share their personal health data securely. By addressing the challenges of fragmented medical records, Gliimpse aggregates data from various sources into a cohesive, patient-owned health profile. This platform allows users to track their medical history, access information from multiple patient portals, and include their own health data, facilitating a comprehensive overview of their health. Ultimately, Gliimpse provides a means for patients to take control of their health records and share them with trusted parties, enhancing the management of personal health information.
Turi
Acquisition in 2016
Turi is a machine learning platform that specializes in developing big data analytics products. Initially conceived as an open-source project aimed at large-scale machine learning for graph analysis, Turi has significantly broadened its capabilities to encompass tables, text, and images. Its technology is widely utilized for various applications, including recommendation systems, fraud detection, customer sentiment analysis, and the development of predictive applications. Turi serves a diverse clientele, including notable e-tailers and service providers, as well as Fortune 5000 companies such as Zillow, ExxonMobil, Adobe, Pandora, and Bosch. Founded in 2013 in Seattle, Washington, by Danny Bickson, Haijie Gu, Yucheng Low, Joseph Gonzalez, and Carlos Guestrin, Turi continues to be at the forefront of machine learning innovation.
Didi
Funding Round in 2016
Didi Chuxing is a mobile transportation platform that offers app-based transportation services. The company offers a mobile tech-based mobility option for users across, including taxi-hailing, private car-hailing, Hitch (social ride-sharing), DiDi Chauffeur, DiDi Bus, DiDi Test Drive, DiDi Car Rental, and DiDi Enterprise Solutions. As a practitioner in the sharing economy initiative, DiDi is committed to working with communities and partners to solve transportation, environmental challenges, and employment problems using big data-driven deep-learning algorithms that optimize resource allocation.
Volley
Seed Round in 2016
In residence at JPMorgan Chase with >$10 million in backing from Zuckerberg Ventures, Fathom Capital, and Silicon Valley Bank (SVB); senior execs from Apple, Facebook, and Goldman Sachs; and a Silicon Valley team of machine learning and enterprise EdTech innovators from Google, the NSA and CIA, Carnegie Mellon, and Goldman, Volley (volley.com) is on mission to synthesize the world’s enterprise knowledge. The platform offers autonomous knowledge management and learning technologies for the enterprise, used in the Fortune 100 for training in cybersecurity, operational risk management, BPM, anti-fraud, corporate knowledge, sales enablement, and more. With Volley, firms accelerate time-to-expertise by automatically generating intelligent “microlearning” or "microbriefing" experiences personalized to employees or customers while pinpointing hidden knowledge gaps. Volley is the first such member of the UC Santa Cruz Center for Excellence in Data Science Research and a private sector advisor to the U.S. Advisory Committee on Artificial Intelligence.
LegbaCore
Acquisition in 2016
LegbaCore is an internet security consultancy firm based in Beltsville, Maryland. The company specializes in providing research and advisory services focused on internet security. In addition to its consultancy offerings, LegbaCore also delivers BIOS-level computer security training, equipping clients with the knowledge and skills necessary to enhance their cybersecurity measures.
FlyBy Media
Acquisition in 2016
Flyby Media is a venture-backed company that develops next-generation consumer mobile social applications that connect the physical world with digital content. Its team of mobile industry entrepreneurs and computer vision scientists is dedicated to building new technology that can elevate, rather than replace, real-world experiences. Founded in 2010, Flyby Media is headquartered in New York.
LearnSprout
Acquisition in 2016
LearnSprout is an online data insights service designed specifically for K-12 educators, aiming to enhance the use of data in decision-making to improve student outcomes. Recognizing the challenges that K-12 districts face in managing vast amounts of student data, LearnSprout provides a solution that utilizes live data directly from a district’s student information system. By integrating assessment results, course grades, and attendance, it offers actionable insights into student and school performance. The platform is characterized by its straightforward setup and user-friendly design, making it accessible for educators who need timely and relevant information for daily decision-making. This approach helps demystify data analysis for educators, enabling them to focus on what matters most: fostering student success.
Faceshift
Acquisition in 2015
Faceshift AG, founded in 2011 and based in Zurich, Switzerland, specializes in real-time markerless facial motion capture software. The company has developed Faceshift Studio, an innovative solution that analyzes an actor's facial movements, translating them into a blend of basic expressions, head orientation, and eye gaze. This technology is particularly valuable in the media industry, enhancing communication and storytelling through precise facial animation. Faceshift AG also offers various plugins for integration with platforms such as Autodesk Maya and MotionBuilder, facilitating live streaming, expression mapping, rigging, and animation creation. As of November 2015, Faceshift AG operates as a subsidiary of Apple Inc.
God-i
Seed Round in 2015
God-i is a startup specialized in Wearable Devices for Broadcasting your life in Real Time.
Perceptio
Acquisition in 2015
Perceptio is a startup developing technology to let companies run advanced artificial intelligence systems on smartphones without needing to share as much user data. Perceptio is developing "deep learning" technology for smartphones, that allows phones to independently identify images without relying on external data libraries
VocalIQ
Acquisition in 2015
VocalIQ Limited, established in March 2011 and based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, specializes in developing a platform for voice interfaces that facilitate voice enabling of various devices and applications. The company's technology, derived from research conducted by the Spoken Dialogue Systems Group at the University of Cambridge, is applicable in diverse fields such as smartphones, robots, cars, call centers, and gaming. VocalIQ aims to simplify the integration of voice capabilities into everyday technology. In 2015, VocalIQ became a subsidiary of Apple Inc.
Mapsense
Acquisition in 2015
Mapsense, Inc. specializes in a mapping engine and developer tools designed to facilitate the creation of applications for streaming datasets. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company offers a high-speed platform that allows users to upload location-tagged data, enabling segmentation, visualization, and sharing of information for improved location-driven decision-making. Mapsense serves a diverse clientele, including media companies, mobile app developers, advertisers, financial institutions, and wildlife research departments. The company aims to address the growing demand for efficient tools to manage the vast amounts of geospatial data generated by nearly 10 billion devices. As of September 2015, Mapsense operates as a subsidiary of Apple Inc.
Privaris
Acquisition in 2015
Privaris has designed and developed a family of key-fob sized, personal, mobile devices that authenticate an individual's identity before interacting with their existing security systems used for granting access to buildings, offices, and garages (physical security), and computers, networks, and websites (logical security), as well as with the latest "wave and pay" contactless point-of-sale terminals for biometrically authenticated credit card transactions.
Metaio
Acquisition in 2015
Founded in 2003, **metaio** is a pioneer in the field of **Augmented Reality** (AR), constantly working on revolutionizing interfaces. We make the digital a natural experience! According to **Gartner Inc.**, Augmented Reality is one of the Top 10 strategic IT technologies of our time and **Juniper Research** recently forecasted $1.5 billion revenue stream by 2015. With Augmented Reality we can access, understand and enjoy digital data when are where we want it. AR is the user interface of a new era and Metaio will pave the way to an augmented future. With more than 10 years of experience, 500 projects, 450 business customer, an international partner network, numerous federal, national and international research projects, a platform with over 140,000 developers, and a comprehensive, patented product portfolio, Metaio is a pioneer and leader in augmented reality technology.
Coherent Navigation
Acquisition in 2015
Coherent Navigation Inc provides space based navigation services. The Company offers satellite navigation hardware, software which includes precise, secure, robust positioning, timing, and communication solutions.
Linx Imaging
Acquisition in 2015
Utilizing state-of-the-art multi aperture imaging technology that combines innovative image processing, advanced sensor and optics technology, our cameras set new standards for image quality parameters such as low light performance, HDR, refocusing, color fidelity, shutter lag and more… LinX cameras are significantly smaller than any camera on the market today, leading the way to DSLR performance in slim handsets. The LinX cameras not only capture 2D images but also acquire very accurate depth information of the complete scene. We allow Apps to freely use the 3D information captured by our camera to achieve amazing new features such as the ability to refocus an image after it has been captured, measurement of the true dimensions of objects, 3D object modeling and real time background replacement for video calls.
Dryft
Acquisition in 2015
Dryft is a virtual keyboard that lets you type naturally on touch screens. You just rest your fingers on the screen and begin typing as you would on a normal keyboard - and just as fast! Dryft allows you to type without looking, preserving the muscle memory you've built up over years of typing. The company is a recent start-up, but already has two patents granted related to the technology, with several more pending. From the founders of Swype, Dryft is the answer to efficient content creation on your tablet. (Dryft is a spin-out of Cleankeys Inc, a company that manufactures cleanable glass-surfaced keyboards for healthcare environments.)
FoundationDB
Acquisition in 2015
FoundationDB is a developer of a scalable NoSQL database designed for mission-critical applications that require high availability and performance. Founded in 2009 by Nick Lavezzo, Dave Rosenthal, and Dave Scherer, the company aims to address the need for transactional NoSQL database systems. FoundationDB offers high-performance multi-key ACID transactions and supports multiple data models, enabling developers to build applications capable of managing large volumes of data and complex workloads. The database features multi-model data storage, fault tolerance, and consistency, ensuring that applications maintain performance and reliability even under demanding conditions.
Camel Audio
Acquisition in 2015
Camel Audio creates innovative synthesizers, effects and sound libraries. Their flagship products are the Free Alchemy Player VST/AU plugin and the Free Alchemy iOS App. Based in Edinburgh in the UK, they are committed to the development of innovative professional audio plugins that strike the optimum balance between flexibility and ease of use. Camel Audio is known for the full version of its software suite which is available via the company's Alchemy software. Previously available for $249, Alchemy included more than 1000 sounds, 5.5GB worth of samples, a powerful additive resynthesis engine, spectral resynthesis, a virtual analog synthesizer, and more. Its powerful engine was highly useful to those who liked to create and manipulate audio for unique sounds. Camel Audio products have won many awards including Electronic Musicians Best Soft Synth 2010 and Keyboards Key Buy Award for Alchemy. Artists who use Camel Audio products include Orbital, Sasha, BT, Coldcut, Peter Gabriel, Danny Elfman and Hans Zimmer.
Semetric
Acquisition in 2015
Semetric was founded in 2008 by Gregory Mead, Marie-Alicia Chang and Matthew Jeffery. The Chief Technical Officer, Jameel Syed, was a founding member of life sciences data and business analytics company InforSense. Its Executive Chairman, Dr Jeremy Silver, was previously Chief Executive of Sibelius Software and Vice President, new media at EMI Group in Los Angeles. Executive Vice President, Musicmetric North America, Daniel Savage was previously General Manager of Maverick records and has held positions at Atlantic, Island, and Hollywood Records.
Zomato
Series E in 2014
Zomato is an online restaurant guide and food delivery platform that enables users to discover, order, and review meals from a wide array of restaurants. With a user base exceeding 55 million across 24 countries, Zomato provides detailed information about dining options, allowing consumers to rate and review restaurants while building personal networks for trusted recommendations. The platform offers various services, including food delivery, table booking, and payment solutions, while also supporting restaurant partners through advertising opportunities and the supply of high-quality ingredients. Zomato operates different segments, with a significant focus on food ordering and delivery in India, alongside its additional services such as Hyperpure and quick commerce.
Prss
Acquisition in 2014
Prss launched in 2013, and was the result of the work of the founding team’s creation of Trvl, one of the first iPad newsstand magazines. It was the first iPad-exclusive newsstand publication when it debuted in 2010, and featured a photo-rich design. Trvl won multiple awards, garnered very positive reviews in iTunes and was featured in a Tim Cook keynote speech during WWDC in 2012. Prss was designed to leverage the expertise Trvl co-founders Jochem Wijnands and Michel Elings into an open platform any iPad magazine publisher could use.
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