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Ocular is a developer of a video calling platform that enhances customer communication by providing real-time video access on company websites. Its software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform facilitates video commerce, allowing companies to integrate video calling into their digital sales channels. This feature enables company representatives to connect directly with customers whenever they have questions, fostering deeper relationships and promoting customer satisfaction. By simplifying the communication process, Ocular helps businesses improve their customer engagement and support.

Virtual Sapiens is a machine learning platform focused on enhancing human communication through advanced video-based technology. It serves as a communication coach, offering users tailored feedback on body language and nonverbal communication skills. By leveraging artificial intelligence and scientifically-backed communication algorithms, the platform identifies and addresses body language blind spots, empowering individuals to cultivate a more impactful presence during virtual interactions. Virtual Sapiens provides personalized curricula and content, along with both asynchronous and in-call coaching, enabling users to progressively improve their communication skills. This approach is designed to help teams build stronger relationships, close more deals, and exercise greater influence in their professional interactions.

Voi addresses vital behavioral health needs through advanced analytics and assessments. Voi Detect was created to save lives. It takes less than two minutes to complete and provides immediate feedback about imminent suicide risk within the following 72 hours. Voi Detect is a new standard of care. It assesses risk as accurately as a highly trained psychiatrist and provides detailed analytics about the patient population.

Tiktalk To Me owns and operates a digital health company intended to offer a platform for speech therapy. Its platform functions as a virtual speech therapist, guiding patients through proven and widely accepted training protocols using online games supervised by the patient's personal speech therapist and combines gaming with speech- and voice-recognition technology, enabling speech-language pathologists to shorten the treatment cycle and save substantial time and money for the patients.

V-Opt is an eye-care telemedicine company, integrating the key examination devices from the ophthalmologist clinic into a single, autonomous unit to be widely deployed in the retail & pharmacy chains. Leveraging advanced AI and ML algorithms, screening & follow-up visits will be replaced with <7min self-test, including fundus, lens, IOP, and much more, and shared with by the person’s own ophthalmologist. V-Opt will truly enable transforming ophthalmology modality from treatment to prevention.

Violetta is a tech platform that leverages a chatbot to address and gather data on normalized acts of violence, an area that is often underreported. The platform provides users with access to psychological and legal support, promoting awareness around these issues. By utilizing natural language processing models, Violetta aims to enhance safer relationships and create a user-friendly, replicable tool applicable in various contexts. This innovative approach not only assists individuals in navigating their mental health needs but also helps businesses foster a sense of digital confidence among their users, establishing a safe space for open dialogue and support.

Voike has developed a digital music platform tailored for emerging markets, focusing on the unique consumption habits of users in these regions. The platform allows advertisers to effectively reach this audience through both online and offline channels. Additionally, Voike offers a social media solution that facilitates voice-based communications, enabling users to share messages with friends and family. This service is particularly beneficial for prepaid cellphone users who may not have access to unlimited data, as it simulates an online experience that allows for the distribution of voice messages across various social media platforms. Through these innovations, Voike aims to enhance digital media engagement in emerging markets.

Protecting the worlds data through Voice BioMetrics

Cloudonix’s smart voice calls enable frictionless experiences that drive better customer care and faster sales by merging voice and data into a complete service context. Cloudonix add Cloud capabilities to your existing on premise Call Center enabling your agents to work from anywhere in the world. Security, Privacy and more – rapidly deployed and cost effective without replacing your existing systems or retraining your team.

Simply Speak develops, owns, and operates a platform that helps physicians document the telehealth encounters with patients. Its products include Simple Speak, an artificial intelligence platform. The company was founded in 2019 and is based in New York, New York.

Posh is a conversational AI and NLP technology development company that enables developers to deliver a new way to interact with users. With Posh, website actions that takes minutes to complete can be sped up to just seconds with a simple message from bots. Companies in finanical services, healthcare, utilities, and beyond are using the Posh platform to re-create call centers and automate routine requests for both customers and staff while saving time and money. The company wants to make the internet experience easier and more enjoyable. Posh was launched on 2015 and is based in Boston, Massachusetts.

Vybe Software LLC is a mobile and web application development company based in Nashua, New Hampshire, established in 2015. The company specializes in artificial intelligence and machine learning, with its flagship product, LEIA, designed to create customized websites using voice commands. This innovative platform aims to transform the do-it-yourself website creation process, enabling users to generate visually appealing and tailored websites rapidly and effortlessly.

Posh is a conversational AI and NLP technology development company that enables developers to deliver a new way to interact with users. With Posh, website actions that takes minutes to complete can be sped up to just seconds with a simple message from bots. Companies in finanical services, healthcare, utilities, and beyond are using the Posh platform to re-create call centers and automate routine requests for both customers and staff while saving time and money. The company wants to make the internet experience easier and more enjoyable. Posh was launched on 2015 and is based in Boston, Massachusetts.

Woveon is an enterprise conversation management software. By prioritizing customer inquiries with artificial intelligence and automating aspects such as complaint investigation and analysis, Woveon enables companies to strategically interact with customers and engage in effective courses of response. The technology pulls in conversations from any number of customer touchpoints like social, sms and livechat, and integrates with existing customer data systems such as CRMs, sales, marketing and legacy systems. The combined conversational, transactional and behavioral data is used to produce suggested responses and workflows to help resolve customer issues in real time. Through integrated channels and customer systems, businesses using Woveon are able to provide unique tailored experiences, allowing them to orchestrate seamless journeys through conversation

Woveon is an enterprise conversation management software. By prioritizing customer inquiries with artificial intelligence and automating aspects such as complaint investigation and analysis, Woveon enables companies to strategically interact with customers and engage in effective courses of response. The technology pulls in conversations from any number of customer touchpoints like social, sms and livechat, and integrates with existing customer data systems such as CRMs, sales, marketing and legacy systems. The combined conversational, transactional and behavioral data is used to produce suggested responses and workflows to help resolve customer issues in real time. Through integrated channels and customer systems, businesses using Woveon are able to provide unique tailored experiences, allowing them to orchestrate seamless journeys through conversation

teleCalm, Inc. offers a managed phone service specifically designed to assist seniors living with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Plano, Texas, the company provides a range of features aimed at enhancing the quality of life for both seniors and their caregivers. The service includes call blocking, 9-1-1 call notifications, and protection against phone scams, allowing caregivers to manage problem calls such as late-night and repeated calls effectively. The core of teleCalm's offering is the Caregiver app, which enables family members to remotely control the features of the service, ensuring that seniors can maintain their independence while being safeguarded from potential fraud and abuse. By addressing common challenges faced by caregivers and their loved ones, teleCalm aims to reduce isolation and improve connectivity among families.

Posh is a conversational AI and NLP technology development company that enables developers to deliver a new way to interact with users. With Posh, website actions that takes minutes to complete can be sped up to just seconds with a simple message from bots. Companies in finanical services, healthcare, utilities, and beyond are using the Posh platform to re-create call centers and automate routine requests for both customers and staff while saving time and money. The company wants to make the internet experience easier and more enjoyable. Posh was launched on 2015 and is based in Boston, Massachusetts.

Lingopie Inc. is an online language learning platform that combines television shows with language acquisition technology to create an engaging educational experience. Founded in 2018 and based in Tel Aviv, Israel, Lingopie utilizes natural-language processing and linguistic research to enhance its offerings. The platform features foreign TV shows and movies, displaying episodes with native subtitles. Users can click on foreign words for instant translations, which are then saved to a personal word bank for later review through built-in flashcard games and other learning tools. By integrating entertainment with language education, Lingopie aims to facilitate effective language acquisition that connects learners to culture, stories, and people through authentic media.

SeeVoov is the first and only end-to-end video based travel planning platform, offering a unique visual-based approach to digital travel. The company aims to change the way people all around the world address their trip experiences, from planning, through executing, to post-trip sharing. SeeVoov offers a social, interactive, video based trip planner, enabling people with the opportunity to start enjoying their trip experience right from the planning process. Our offering encompasses both a user facing end-to-end interface (B2C), as well as unique B2B cooperation with airlines, cruise-lines, OTA's, and TV broadcast networks, integrating the platform (white labeled) into their own business offering (website, apps, on-board screes, smart TV's). This enables such partners to expand their product & service offering, enhancing customer engagement & loyalty, providing valuable user data and additional revenue streams. SeeVoov is changing the entire perception of the planning cycle from a lonely, tedious task, into a fun, exciting and time effective activity one can do together with family and friends!

Voiceitt Ltd is a technology company based in Ramat Gan, Israel, founded in 2012. The company specializes in developing automatic speech recognition software aimed at enhancing communication for individuals with speech impairments and non-standard speech patterns. Voiceitt's innovative platform utilizes an AI-driven speech engine to interpret and translate distorted pronunciations into intelligible speech, thereby improving the quality of life and independence for users with motor, speech, and language disorders. Additionally, the software serves as a valuable communication tool for caregivers and family members, facilitating more effective interactions.

TextUp develops web-based software specifically designed for social service case managers to enhance communication with clients. The platform enables users to manage phone numbers, store messages, schedule communications, and share contacts with colleagues, all while eliminating the need for traditional work phones. By offering a cost-effective solution tailored to the unique needs of social workers, TextUp helps improve client relationships and strengthens the overall capacity of social service professionals. The software contributes to significant cost savings and enhances the professional quality of life by streamlining communication processes and saving valuable time for social workers.

Simplii is a Mexican startup that operates as a mobile networking company, offering innovative mobile telephony services. By utilizing a virtual mobile platform, Simplii leases infrastructure from other operators to provide cost-effective telephone plans. The company aims to enhance access to mobile data while delivering a high-quality customer experience. It focuses on revolutionizing the competitive landscape of the telecommunications industry by providing extensive data packages at attractive prices, complemented by 24/7 customer service.

PrimeVOX Communications is a telecommunications service provider focused on enhancing communication for businesses and individuals through advanced Internet-based solutions. Founded in 2015 by a group of students from the University of Texas at Dallas, the company has evolved from its humble beginnings into a provider of state-of-the-art Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) systems. PrimeVOX offers a range of services, including cloud PBX systems, an eFax platform, high-definition voice services, conferencing solutions, virtual receptionists, and voicemail-to-email capabilities. By leveraging high-quality software and hardware, PrimeVOX aims to streamline connectivity and improve communication experiences for its customers.

Orbita, Inc. operates a cloud-based platform that specializes in voice and chatbot capabilities tailored for the healthcare sector. The company's offerings include a range of solutions such as OrbitaENGAGE, which facilitates patient engagement through digital channels, and OrbitaASSIST, a voice-enabled virtual bedside assistant designed for patients and nurses. Additionally, OrbitaCONNECT empowers patients to manage their health from home with personalized support. The platform also caters to life sciences industries, enhancing access and engagement for patients and providers, and features the Orbita Employee Health Manager to promote workplace wellness. Orbita's products are designed to be HIPAA-compliant, ensuring data security while improving patient engagement and reducing healthcare costs. Founded in 2015 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, Orbita serves various stakeholders, including healthcare providers, pharmaceutical companies, payers, and application developers. The company was previously known as Bebaio, Inc. before rebranding in February 2016.

Voatz, Inc. is a mobile voting platform that enables citizens to participate in elections using their smartphones. Founded in 2014 and based in Brookline, Massachusetts, Voatz employs advanced security measures, including smart biometrics and real-time ID verification, alongside an open-source blockchain system to ensure secure and reliable voting. The platform addresses common concerns associated with internet-based voting, such as security, auditability, and voter anonymity, by providing an irrefutable record of votes. Additionally, Voatz generates real-time voter-verified paper ballots for record-keeping, facilitating a streamlined voting process. The company has been recognized for its innovative approach, having participated in the Techstars Boston and MassChallenge Boston programs in 2017.

VOTIS Subdermal Imaging Technologies help diabetics keep their feet through early screening for peripheral vascular disease and related complications. Early screening can offer new treatment options and help reduce incidents of amputation. Their device is non-invasive and contact-free, not based on radiation, and functionally consistent with the guidelines of the AHA, the American Diabetes Association, and other leading medical organizations. It will reduce healthcare costs for hospitals, clinics, and insurers.

Novotalk is an online and on-demand, self-directed tele-therapy solution, which allows stutterers to learn, practice, gain, and maintain fluent speech remotely, independently and discretely, throughout their lives.

WavePost, Inc. is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) company that specializes in video collaboration and file sharing, primarily catering to video producers. Founded in 2015 and based in the United States, WavePost offers a platform that facilitates the seamless upload and sharing of videos in customized presentations. The platform allows filmmakers to receive timecoded feedback from clients and manage user rights, ensuring secure and efficient collaboration. As a subsidiary of Evolphin Software Inc., WavePost combines features such as video hosting, file transfer, and client interaction, making it easier for users to protect, review, and distribute sensitive video content.

vox pop is a technique used by journalists which consists of interviewing people at random about their views on a given topic, the idea being to represent opinions from a generic cross section of the population. Of course, the number of people interviewed is too small to be a true representation of public opinion. Their technologies now allow us to survey hundreds of thousands of people in the time it takes a journalist to conduct a single interview. And their statistical models allow us to transform these survey data from anecdotal insights into representative statements about the public.

Orai is a company based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, founded in 2016, that specializes in a public speaking application utilizing artificial intelligence. The application offers users instant feedback on their speech, along with guided lessons to enhance public speaking skills. Orai serves enterprises by providing a scalable and cost-effective solution for communication and soft skill training. With over 300,000 users on its iOS and Android platforms, the app has delivered AI-driven feedback on more than 2 million recordings, helping individuals become more effective and confident communicators.

Vicarius Ltd. develops a platform that provides cyber security threat solutions and protects applications and software. The company offers Topia, a platform that identifies, assesses, and monitors all incoming and outgoing traffics and prevent from hackers. Its solution protects cloud applications and provides security for applications. Vicarius Ltd. was founded in 2016 and is based in Jerusalem, Israel.

Prison Voicemail is a social venture focused on enhancing communication between incarcerated individuals and their families. The company offers a voicemail service that enables pre-approved contacts to send and receive messages from loved ones in prison, thereby fostering connections while adhering to security protocols. This service provides a legitimate alternative to the use of illegal mobile phones, supporting prison systems in maintaining safety and order. By leveraging technology, Prison Voicemail aims to improve the emotional well-being of inmates and their families, facilitating meaningful interactions that can help strengthen relationships during incarceration.

Vol is a mobile application available on iOS and Android that enables users to redeem their frequent flyer miles for award travel. The app simplifies the award booking process and enhances the value of users' miles by suggesting options for free travel. Founded by a CEO who has leveraged airline miles and hotel points to travel extensively at no cost, Vol aims to democratize this experience for all travelers. In addition to facilitating easy bookings, the app provides users with flight information and helps them identify available discounts for future flights, making it a valuable tool for frequent flyers seeking to optimize their travel experiences.

SpeakUp offers a device that helps to alleviate stuttering and to improve the control of speech flow by creating continuous rhythm felt on the person's body. The continuous rhythm induced by this device produces continuous speech, which is different than previous attempts to treat stuttering. It enables the user to maintain normal speech flow via a psycho-sensory effect delivered through continuous tactile movement on the skin. The company was founded in June 2016.

EyeFree Assistive Communication has developed EyeControl, an assistive communication device designed for ALS and other "locked-in" patients, including patients admitted into ICU departments which may be temporarily "locked-in" due to medical procedures or being connected to devices which don't enable communication. EyeControl is wearable, enabling 24/7 communication; affordable, so that any patient will have access to the device and simple to use, requiring dramatically lower training time than existing devices (as proven in a clinical trial). The device enables communication ranging from a call for help to a full conversation and it can be connected to other devices via Bluetooth. The user has the option to transmit a different language to the output speaker, allowing communication with a caregiver that may speak a different language.

fone.do is a cloud-based phone system designed for communication within small and medium-sized businesses. Founded by Moshe Maeir, the company offers web-based telecommunication services that facilitate efficient communication for its users. By leveraging cloud technology, fone.do aims to provide an accessible and streamlined solution for businesses looking to enhance their telecommunication capabilities.

Widerfi offers international travelers the ability to purchase mobile data connectivity directly from local cellular networks without the need to change their SIM cards. The service provides high-speed 3G and LTE unlimited data at local rates, making it a cost-effective and user-friendly solution for those who typically disable mobile data while abroad. By enabling a home-like data access experience, Widerfi taps into a significant revenue potential for partnering cellular operators. The company's model not only enhances mobile access for travelers but also paves the way for innovative connectivity options, including sponsored and on-demand services. Widerfi's approach ensures that users can enjoy uninterrupted connectivity on smartphones and tablets, leveraging expansive 3G and LTE infrastructures for comprehensive coverage.

Babelverse operates an online platform that specializes in providing real-time speech translation services. Founded in 2010 and based in San Francisco, the company offers a unique solution for on-demand interpretation, allowing users to communicate in any language through remote bilinguals or professional linguists. The platform caters to various scenarios, including mobile interactions, conference participation, and video content, enabling seamless communication across linguistic barriers. Babelverse's innovative application leverages online technology and mobile capabilities, positioning it as a pioneer in the field of human-powered translation services.

Widerfi offers international travelers the ability to purchase mobile data connectivity directly from local cellular networks without the need to change their SIM cards. The service provides high-speed 3G and LTE unlimited data at local rates, making it a cost-effective and user-friendly solution for those who typically disable mobile data while abroad. By enabling a home-like data access experience, Widerfi taps into a significant revenue potential for partnering cellular operators. The company's model not only enhances mobile access for travelers but also paves the way for innovative connectivity options, including sponsored and on-demand services. Widerfi's approach ensures that users can enjoy uninterrupted connectivity on smartphones and tablets, leveraging expansive 3G and LTE infrastructures for comprehensive coverage.

VocaliD's award-winning technology generates high-quality, natural sounding voices within hours rather than months using cutting-edge machine learning techniques, proprietary voice blending algorithms, and a crowdsourced Voicebank.

Oto Water is a unique reusable beverage-making bottle with healthy flavor pods stored right on board. With Oto you can now make fresh drinks quickly on-the-go. No more remembering those messy packets to make water interesting. Oto pods add great tasting natural flavor. And by using local water and reducing waste, Oto makes it easy to do something good for yourself and the planet.

Fairwaves, Inc. specializes in manufacturing and selling open-source telecommunications equipment aimed at mobile operators. The company’s product lineup includes indoor base stations, tower-mounted and rack-mounted base stations, as well as two-channel software-defined radio transceivers. In addition to hardware, Fairwaves provides cloud core-based networks, support services, and consulting for electronic design related to its products. The company also engages in the online retail of ready-to-use products, accessories, and DIY solutions. Fairwaves aims to enhance mobile connectivity, particularly in rural and low-income regions, helping operators expand their subscriber base and improve profitability. Its equipment is utilized in various countries, including Mexico, the Netherlands, and the Island of Mayotte. Founded in 2011, Fairwaves is headquartered in Brookline, Massachusetts, with additional offices in Moscow, Riga, and Paris.

Verbal Applications Inc. specializes in cloud-based patient engagement software designed to enhance communication between caregivers and patients with communication disabilities. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, the company's platform includes a patient iPad app and an online care portal. These tools allow patients to express their needs through picture-based buttons that articulate when selected. Verbal Applications Inc. serves a variety of healthcare settings, including hospitals, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities. As of 2015, it operates as a subsidiary of Medical Specialties Distributors, LLC.

Vsnap Inc., founded in 2011 and based in Arlington, Massachusetts, specializes in creating applications that enable users to share short asynchronous video messages via the web and smartphones. The platform offers a simple and personal alternative to traditional text or email communication, allowing users to record, share, and measure their video messages. This innovative approach enhances customer engagement, as recipients of Vsnap messages are 41% more likely to take action compared to those receiving emails. Additionally, users often express positive sentiments about the businesses that use Vsnap, further amplifying brand visibility through their networks. The service is accessible for free on smartphones, tablets, and computers, making it a versatile tool for enhancing communication.