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Rumi develops video communication software powered by in-meeting AI that helps teams collaborate and manage meetings, eliminating manual note-taking and enabling easy retrieval of information from a growing archive of past conversations. The platform supports querying past discussions to gain insights and transform conversations into reusable content.

YouNow, Inc. is a New York-based company established in 2011 that operates a live social networking platform allowing users to broadcast themselves in real-time to a global audience. Its application enables users to discover talented broadcasters, watch live streams, and engage in video chats. Accessible on iOS, Android, and web platforms, YouNow fosters a community where users can create and interact with diverse content. The company also operates PROPS, a blockchain-based platform that supports a decentralized economy for video applications, allowing users to buy virtual currency while content creators earn revenue through audience engagement. Additional offerings include Rize, which connects broadcasters with engaged viewers, and the WTF game show application, where contestants participate in live game shows through video chat. By blending broadcasting, gaming, and social networking, YouNow empowers individuals to express their creativity and forge meaningful connections.

Highfive Technologies, Inc. is a developer of video and web conferencing solutions, offering both software and hardware designed to enhance communication and collaboration for businesses. Founded in 2012 and based in Redwood City, California, the company provides browser-based devices that facilitate video, audio, and screen sharing across various platforms, including laptops, tablets, and phones. Highfive’s offerings include high-fidelity audio and 4K video capabilities, ensuring clear and effective connections during meetings. The company operates under a Hardware-as-a-Service model, allowing clients to access high-quality conferencing solutions with minimal upfront investment. In May 2013, Highfive Technologies changed its name from Parlay Labs, Inc., and as of September 2020, it functions as a subsidiary of Dialpad, Inc.

Couple is an app just for the two of you. It helps you stay connected, and feel close to each other. Whether it's texting, sharing videos, photos, sketching together and more, Couple let's your partner know that you're thinking about them. Couple was part of the YCombinator W2012 batch, and was formerly named Pair until they renamed to Couple on January 31st, 2013.