Founded in 2017, Ziiko Robotics is an autonomous vehicle startup that has developed an electric, autonomous mobility platform suitable for a wide variety of uses. Our initial focus is on the ground service equipment market, partnering with airlines and cargo carriers to significantly reduce operating costs and improve safety by removing human operators from GSE on the tarmac.
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Velocitee Labs is an IoT company that focuses on strengthening the safety issues and data shortfalls in the transportation industry. The company specializes in designing and producing safety and anti-theft devices for motorcycles. Velocitee Labs was founded in 2020 and is based in Berkeley, California.
SuperAnnotate is a Stockholm-based technology company founded in 2018, specializing in artificial intelligence software for image annotation services. The company offers advanced tools for image segmentation and object selection, enabling pixel-accurate annotations at speeds 10 to 20 times faster than traditional methods. Its AI-powered technology supports various industries, including autonomous vehicles, retail, security, and medical sectors, by providing high-quality training data that enhances computer vision projects while reducing costs and turnaround times. SuperAnnotate’s platform facilitates the annotation of images, videos, text, and other data types, promoting streamlined collaboration and quality management. Additionally, it offers software development kits to help clients integrate their solutions seamlessly, ensuring the creation of effective training models and efficient data organization.
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Manufacturer of an autonomous driving kit intended to make roads safer and reduce urban congestion. The company's technology can be retrofitted on any truck to provide a low-speed self-driving feature, along with the necessary safety features, enabling drivers to enjoy an easier and safer drive.
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Coraleer is a company based in Berkeley, California, specializing in the development of Autonomous Surface Vehicles tailored for researchers and coral reef explorers. These vehicles are designed to be portable and equipped with advanced image capture capabilities, allowing for efficient collection of spatiotemporal data related to coral reefs. By facilitating the study and monitoring of these vital ecosystems, Coraleer aims to support conservation efforts and provide valuable insights into the health and dynamics of coral reefs.
Navii
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Navii is an augmented indoor navigation application that provides onscreen turn-by-turn guidance. The company was founded in 2019 and is based in Berkeley, California.
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SoftRides, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing artificial intelligence software integrated with smartphone image sensors to detect distracted driving behavior. Founded in 2018 and based in the United States, SoftRides offers a solution that provides real-time alerts to improve road safety. The software utilizes a browser-based plug-in capable of running a sophisticated neural network on the edge, enabling it to monitor user expressions, glance direction, and the surrounding environment effectively.
!Important Safety Technologies USA Inc. specializes in developing pedestrian-to-vehicle (P2V) software solutions aimed at enhancing safety for both pedestrians and drivers. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the company focuses on creating a digital safety platform that predicts and prevents auto collisions. By employing advanced technology, the platform enables the prediction of potential accidents involving pedestrians, bicyclists, motorcyclists, and vehicles, allowing for timely driver alerts and automatic braking systems to avert collisions. Through its innovative approach, !Important aims to significantly reduce the risk of accidents and promote safer interactions on the road.
Ottometric Inc. is a company based in Newton, Massachusetts, that specializes in enhancing the safety of autonomous vehicles through its cloud-based platform. Since its incorporation in 2018, Ottometric has developed an intelligent verification framework that leverages big data, artificial intelligence, sensor fusion, and computer vision to provide a deeper understanding of events and anomalies. This technology is designed to assess the effectiveness of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) in real-world scenarios, addressing the industry's demand for reliable autonomous features. As the automotive sector increasingly invests in innovation to improve vehicle safety, Ottometric aims to support the transition from Level 1 to Level 3 autonomous capabilities, responding to the industry's concerns regarding the current sub-par offerings.
Hayden AI Technologies, Inc. is a California-based company that specializes in developing an artificial intelligence-powered platform aimed at enhancing urban mobility and safety. The company offers a vision-based solution that detects and analyzes traffic violations, assisting cities in achieving their safety objectives. Its Smart Sense system includes intelligent cameras, smart cloud technology, HD maps, and an accessible web portal for city officials. By integrating its mobile solution into existing transportation fleets, Hayden AI collects real-time data to provide insights that improve traffic safety, reduce fatalities, and increase transportation efficiency. The technology is compatible with various vehicles, including transit buses, school buses, and police cars. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Berkeley, California, Hayden AI also operates an office in Tokyo, Japan, and is collaborating with forward-thinking cities to optimize traffic management and urban living.
Voyage Biomedical Inc. is a medical technology company based in Emeryville, California, founded in 2018. The company specializes in developing innovative devices aimed at improving patient outcomes, particularly in critical situations. Its flagship product, the Voyage Brain Cooling System, is designed to limit brain damage during ischemic strokes by cooling the brain, thereby providing a crucial intervention for patients at risk of cerebral ischemia. Voyage Biomedical focuses on creating life-altering solutions for patients who lack viable treatment alternatives, contributing to advancements in the field of cardio medical devices.
UMI-UrbanMiles
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UMI-UrbanMiles solve traffic by building a smart and connected shared mobility ecosystem.
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Y-Lectry, Inc. operates a network of eco-friendly charging stations for electric vehicles, focusing on providing parking and charging solutions for various electric personal transportation modes, including e-bikes, e-scooters, and e-skateboards. Founded in 2017 by Bruno Schrader and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, the company offers an application that helps users locate nearby charging stations and monitor their vehicle's battery levels online. This initiative aims to enhance the convenience and accessibility of charging services for electric riders, ensuring a safe and efficient experience.
Ambidextrous Laboratories, Inc. is a company based in Berkeley, California, founded in 2018. It specializes in developing software that enables AI-based robotic picking specifically for e-commerce applications. By focusing on advanced control systems for object manipulation, Ambidextrous aims to enhance how robots interact with their environments, thereby improving efficiency in various logistical processes.
SuperAnnotate is a Stockholm-based technology company founded in 2018, specializing in artificial intelligence software for image annotation services. The company offers advanced tools for image segmentation and object selection, enabling pixel-accurate annotations at speeds 10 to 20 times faster than traditional methods. Its AI-powered technology supports various industries, including autonomous vehicles, retail, security, and medical sectors, by providing high-quality training data that enhances computer vision projects while reducing costs and turnaround times. SuperAnnotate’s platform facilitates the annotation of images, videos, text, and other data types, promoting streamlined collaboration and quality management. Additionally, it offers software development kits to help clients integrate their solutions seamlessly, ensuring the creation of effective training models and efficient data organization.
Squishy Robotics Inc. develops mobile sensing robots for disaster rescue, remote monitoring, and space exploration. Its product is equipped with visual, audio, chemical, biological, radiological, and GPS sensors which further can traverse rough environments and be deployed by ground or aerial vehicle to inform first responders, and assist in the rescue of victims until human responders can arrive. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Berkeley, California.
Wavelength Global, Inc. specializes in developing learning software focused on edge computing solutions for advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous driving. Established in 2018 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, the company was founded by a team of experts in artificial intelligence, computer vision, and imaging. Wavelength aims to create innovative AI solutions for various levels of autonomous vehicles, recognizing the significant impact that self-driving cars will have on society in the coming decades. Their commitment to edge computing underpins their efforts to enhance the capabilities of ADAS and facilitate the advancement of autonomous driving technologies.
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CRadar.AI develops an accurate radar sensor for safe driving. The company provides unprecedented accurate location information transforming the radar data from crude to sharp. It enables cars to see their environment accurately under all driving conditions, turning self-driving to safe-driving.
CRadar.AI was founded on 2018 and is headquartered in Berkeley, California.
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EVmatch, Inc. specializes in providing an online application that connects electric vehicle (EV) drivers with private charging stations. Founded in 2016 and based in Redwood City, California, the platform allows individuals and business owners to rent out their underutilized charging stations, creating a peer-to-peer network that enhances the availability of charging options. Users can easily find, reserve, and pay for charging services through the app, streamlining the process and alleviating the challenges of locating available chargers. Additionally, EVmatch's proprietary pricing algorithm estimates the cost of each charging transaction, making the service user-friendly. The platform not only supports the growing number of EVs on the road but also has the potential to offer grid services in the future, such as demand response and energy storage.
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Responsible Robotics is a non-profit organization based in Den Haag, Netherlands, established in 2015 by Aimee van Wynsberghe and Noel Sharkey. The organization focuses on the design, development, regulation, and implementation of artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics. It offers services in robotics research and development, consumer education, and advisory support on law and policy frameworks. Additionally, Responsible Robotics organizes events, publishes consultation documents, and fosters public-private collaborations to promote responsible practices in the field of robotics. Its mission encompasses ensuring that the integration of AI and robotics into society is ethical and beneficial.
Civil Maps, a geospatial technology company, provides artificial intelligence based mapping solutions that enables computers to interpret and act on the physical world. The company operates as an on-demand perception and actuation technology company. It serves heavy-industry and governmental customers; Fortune 100 clients; and customers in electrical utilities, oil and gas, solar, telecommunications, transportation, rail, forestry, and more markets. The company is based in Berkeley, California.
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Lucid VR, Inc. is a technology company based in Santa Clara, California, founded in 2015. The company specializes in an AI vision platform designed for multi-camera devices, enabling the capture of 3D and depth images. Lucid offers software solutions that leverage computer vision and machine learning, catering to various applications including mobile devices, laptops, robotics, and security systems. Its product lineup includes a mobile software development kit (SDK), software modules, and a 3D cloud platform. Through its innovative technology, Lucid aims to enhance visual data processing and provide advanced imaging capabilities across different industries.
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Stowk Inc, founded in 2015 and based in Sunnyvale, California, specializes in developing blockchain-based cloud applications tailored for the automotive industry. The company offers a platform that enhances the vehicle shipment process by leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning. This technology allows businesses to connect directly with fleet owners and independent carriers, streamlining logistics operations and enabling customized route planning. By optimizing the supply chain, Stowk aims to reduce planning time, allowing companies to focus on execution and improving overall efficiency in vehicle logistics.
Advobot is a company that specializes in an artificial intelligence chatbot platform designed for online legal document services. Founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, California, Advobot's platform facilitates collaborative digital signatures and offers various services for legal documents, including non-disclosure agreements and sales and purchase agreements. Additionally, the platform enables the creation of custom bots tailored with specific legal forms for businesses and law firms, streamlining the process of document automation.
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ECalCharge is a developer of smart charging simulation software for Electric Vehicles. The company was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Berkeley, California, United States.
Kiwibot, a service operated by Kiwi Campus, was founded in 2016 and is based in Bogota, Colombia. The company specializes in on-demand delivery solutions, primarily targeting college campuses. Kiwibots, which are small delivery robots, provide a convenient way for students and local residents to receive food and other items directly to their doorsteps. This innovative service aims to make deliveries more affordable and efficient, enabling users to access what they need within 30 minutes. Kiwibot’s approach integrates smoothly with urban environments, enhancing the accessibility of delivery services in communities.
Datavia Systems, Inc. specializes in designing and developing software and hardware control platforms for big data management, focusing on the acquisition, processing, and storage of three-dimensional image data. Established in 2015 and based in Sunnyvale, California, the company leverages artificial intelligence and FPGA-based technologies to facilitate high-resolution, real-time image processing. Datavia's proprietary technology platform is applicable in various fields, including autonomous transportation, and is capable of supporting autonomy levels 1 through 5. By maximizing power consumption efficiency and transforming complex visual data into actionable insights, Datavia enables businesses to harness the potential of unstructured data for informed decision-making.
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Deepen AI, Inc. is an autonomous development tooling company based in Santa Clara, California, founded in 2016. The company specializes in advanced product solutions that leverage deep learning and computer vision algorithms to enhance the quality and efficiency of labeling camera, LiDAR, and radar data. Its offerings are designed to eliminate bottlenecks in the development of autonomous systems, particularly for clients in the autonomous AI sector, including OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, sensor providers, and HD mapping firms. By providing innovative tools for multi-sensor data labeling and calibration, Deepen AI supports the training of computer vision systems for autonomous vehicles, robotics, and other applications, ultimately improving accuracy and streamlining the development process.
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Kiwibot, a service operated by Kiwi Campus, was founded in 2016 and is based in Bogota, Colombia. The company specializes in on-demand delivery solutions, primarily targeting college campuses. Kiwibots, which are small delivery robots, provide a convenient way for students and local residents to receive food and other items directly to their doorsteps. This innovative service aims to make deliveries more affordable and efficient, enabling users to access what they need within 30 minutes. Kiwibot’s approach integrates smoothly with urban environments, enhancing the accessibility of delivery services in communities.
Stowk Inc, founded in 2015 and based in Sunnyvale, California, specializes in developing blockchain-based cloud applications tailored for the automotive industry. The company offers a platform that enhances the vehicle shipment process by leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning. This technology allows businesses to connect directly with fleet owners and independent carriers, streamlining logistics operations and enabling customized route planning. By optimizing the supply chain, Stowk aims to reduce planning time, allowing companies to focus on execution and improving overall efficiency in vehicle logistics.
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DeepVu delivers autonomous business planning solutions for optimizing supply chain efficiencies, sustainability and margins for manufacturers and construction companies. DeepVu is building the global supply chain graph for the industry verticals it is operating in. DeepVu is focused on the following key use-cases: -- Demand planning for inventory optimization including auto-replenishment and stockout forecasting -- Procurement and BoM optimization decision models, including commodity hedging strategy models -- AI decision models for production planning and logistics optimization
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Tesloop, Inc. provides road transportation of passengers in Los Angeles and Las Vegas. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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Datavia Systems, Inc. specializes in designing and developing software and hardware control platforms for big data management, focusing on the acquisition, processing, and storage of three-dimensional image data. Established in 2015 and based in Sunnyvale, California, the company leverages artificial intelligence and FPGA-based technologies to facilitate high-resolution, real-time image processing. Datavia's proprietary technology platform is applicable in various fields, including autonomous transportation, and is capable of supporting autonomy levels 1 through 5. By maximizing power consumption efficiency and transforming complex visual data into actionable insights, Datavia enables businesses to harness the potential of unstructured data for informed decision-making.
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Parade operates an on-demand mobile marketplace designed for the long-haul trucking industry, facilitating connections between carriers seeking backhaul opportunities and shippers. The company's technology streamlines the booking process by allowing carriers to find and book loads quickly, while also providing notifications when freight schedules are at risk, helping to mitigate potential storage fees and detention costs. Parade's platform leverages historical data and real-time market trends to enhance capacity management, enabling clients to optimize load fulfillment and improve overall efficiency in freight management. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Parade was previously known as Dray Technologies Inc.
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AxleHire, Inc. is a logistics company based in San Leandro, California, specializing in driver supply and delivery solutions. Founded in 2015, it offers a range of services, including same-day and next-day delivery, as well as freight delivery. The company caters to various industries such as meal kits, perishables, grocery, wine and spirits, prescription drugs, retail, and e-commerce. AxleHire operates a mobile application and an online platform that allow clients to track their deliveries, ensuring efficiency and transparency throughout the process. Its proprietary technology aims to enhance the delivery experience, helping clients meet consumer expectations and maintain reliability while aligning with their brand values.
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Ava is a mobile application designed to facilitate communication for deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals by providing real-time captioning of group conversations. Utilizing advanced speech and mobile technologies, Ava captures spoken dialogue and translates it into text, color-coding contributions from different speakers for easy identification. This innovative solution allows users to engage fully in social interactions, enhancing their ability to participate in conversations and connect with others. By making group discussions more accessible, Ava aims to create a more inclusive environment for all.
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Symbio Robotics, Inc. specializes in developing industrial automation systems through the integration of robotics and artificial intelligence technologies. Founded in 2014 and based in Emeryville, California, the company focuses on creating digital control solutions aimed at eliminating production bottlenecks in various applications. Its offerings include AI software designed for real-time control of industrial robots, enhancing their capability and ease of use. Additionally, Symbio Robotics provides consulting, training, and support services to manufacturing companies, helping them improve efficiency, quality, and safety in their operations.
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Civil Maps, a geospatial technology company, provides artificial intelligence based mapping solutions that enables computers to interpret and act on the physical world. The company operates as an on-demand perception and actuation technology company. It serves heavy-industry and governmental customers; Fortune 100 clients; and customers in electrical utilities, oil and gas, solar, telecommunications, transportation, rail, forestry, and more markets. The company is based in Berkeley, California.
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Lily, founded in September 2013 in a UC Berkeley robotics lab, specializes in developing innovative camera drones designed for ease of use and portability. The company's flagship product is a throw-and-shoot camera that can be conveniently stored in a backpack while withstanding challenging weather conditions. Utilizing advanced technology, including global positioning and computer vision, Lily's drones autonomously capture high-quality images and videos from the sky. With a mission to enhance human creativity, Lily focuses on creating tools that facilitate effortless expression, ensuring that users can easily document their experiences from unique aerial perspectives.
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Automa Systems specializes in automating the trucking industry by leveraging big data and machine learning technologies. The company focuses on automating the dispatch process, maximizing truck utilization, and streamlining the trucker-shipper marketplace. In addition to its core trucking services, Automa's technology is adaptable to other transportation applications, including for-hire personal transportation, on-demand bus systems, and future developments in self-driving vehicles. By enhancing logistics integration, Automa aims to create more efficient network transportation systems that benefit both shippers and truckers.
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Via Analytics is a California-based company that specializes in research and deployment solutions aimed at enhancing transportation operations. Its offerings include a transit synchronization platform that focuses on optimizing bus operations through real-time recommendations for drivers, supported by a unique visual interface. The company also provides fleet synchronization solutions through its Tempo product, visual driving recommendations with Ecovia, and fleet monitoring capabilities via Avi. In addition to these technologies, Via Analytics offers analytics and consulting services to assist clients in improving operational efficiency and passenger experience.