HOF Capital is a venture capital firm founded in 2016 and headquartered in New York, New York, with additional offices in London and Cairo. The firm specializes in investing in early-stage and later-stage start-ups, focusing primarily on technology sectors such as artificial intelligence, fintech, enterprise solutions, and biotechnology. HOF Capital aims to support entrepreneurs in developing innovative technologies that address significant social challenges. The firm invests in both B2B and B2B2C companies across various regions, including the United States, Canada, Western Europe, and Israel. With a commitment to partnering with ambitious entrepreneurs, HOF Capital plays a role in guiding companies from their initial ideas through to an initial public offering.
GenLogs is a freight intelligence company that offers truck carrier mapping services via AI-driven roadside sensors.
Jota
Seed Round in 2025
Jota: The platform handles finances for individual entrepreneurs and business owners by allowing them to instantly pay, collect receivables, and manage their day-to-day operations with voice notes, text messages, and images through an AI-first chat conversation. All tasks are free and executed in seconds. Designed to save time and money, Jota empowers its clients to focus on what truly matters to them.
NALA
Series A in 2024
NALA Incorporation Company Limited is a FinTech firm based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, founded in 2017. The company develops a mobile payments application that facilitates various financial transactions, including peer-to-peer payments, bill payments, and airtime top-ups, all without the need for an internet connection. NALA's platform is designed to enhance financial inclusion by offering services that include money transfers, budgeting tools, and transaction tracking. The application also features advanced security measures such as bank-grade encryption and multi-factor authentication, ensuring safe and reliable transactions, particularly in areas with limited internet access. Through its services, NALA aims to support mobile money transfers for Africans worldwide, promoting seamless international payments and digital financial services.
Cambrium
Seed Round in 2024
Cambrium is focused on advancing material innovation by leveraging nature's protein building blocks. The company employs a combination of synthetic biology, machine learning, and lab automation to develop high-performance materials at scale. Cambrium specializes in creating micro-molecular and skin-identical collagen tailored for effective skincare formulations. Its innovative molecular design technology harnesses proteins with unique functionalities, allowing for the production of materials that are beneficial for both consumers and the environment. By aligning economic and environmental incentives, Cambrium aims to position biology as a key manufacturing technology for the future, addressing critical global challenges through the development of sustainable biomaterials.
Apriora
Seed Round in 2024
Apriora operates an AI-powered interviewing platform designed to assist companies in hiring technical talent more efficiently. By automating key components of the technical interview process, such as coding assessments and soft skills evaluations, the platform enables organizations to streamline their hiring procedures and reduce bias. This technology not only accelerates the recruitment timeline but also helps companies scale their engineering teams effectively, saving substantial time and resources in the process.
Warp
Seed Round in 2024
Payroll and compliance for startups. Warp is the best platform for founders to run their companies.
Cambrium
Seed Round in 2023
Cambrium is focused on advancing material innovation by leveraging nature's protein building blocks. The company employs a combination of synthetic biology, machine learning, and lab automation to develop high-performance materials at scale. Cambrium specializes in creating micro-molecular and skin-identical collagen tailored for effective skincare formulations. Its innovative molecular design technology harnesses proteins with unique functionalities, allowing for the production of materials that are beneficial for both consumers and the environment. By aligning economic and environmental incentives, Cambrium aims to position biology as a key manufacturing technology for the future, addressing critical global challenges through the development of sustainable biomaterials.
Astrus
Seed Round in 2023
Operator of an artificial intelligence-powered analog layout automation platform intended to improve the computation speed. The company's platform uses deep-reinforces learning and planning to take the schematics and generate analog layouts, enabling circuit designers to generate quality layouts rapidly and efficiently.
CRED AI
Seed Round in 2023
CRED delivers a commercial data intelligence platform tailored for businesses. Since its launch a year ago, the platform has gained significant traction with major enterprise clients.
Bacu
Seed Round in 2023
Bacu is a restaurant technology company that aims to enhance food delivery services for customers. The company offers a platform equipped with various features, including a restaurant management system, a food delivery application, and a customer loyalty program. These tools are designed to help restaurants operate more efficiently and effectively, ultimately improving the overall dining experience for patrons. In addition to its technological solutions, Bacu promotes a comfort food concept, catering to the growing demand for familiar and satisfying meal options.
Blank Street
Series B in 2023
Blank Street is a coffee chain focused on making coffee accessible and enjoyable for a broader audience by providing convenient locations and a streamlined customer experience. The company employs automated espresso machines that ensure consistent quality, allowing baristas to engage more with customers and cultivate relationships. Blank Street's product offerings include a variety of coffee flavors, baked goods, pastries, and tacos, all designed to enhance the coffee-drinking experience. In addition, customers can conveniently place their orders through a mobile application, facilitating a quick and efficient service. The company's commitment to sustainability is reflected in its goal of operating with zero waste and zero emissions, while utilizing high-quality outsourced vendors for milk and pastries to maintain focus on their core coffee products.
Kenzz
Seed Round in 2022
Kenzz is an e-commerce platform focused on transforming the shopping experience for consumers in Egypt and the MENA region. By connecting directly with local manufacturers, Kenzz offers a wide range of products at competitive prices. The platform allows users to make collective purchases with friends and family, unlocking discounts and enabling customers to maximize their savings. In addition to a vast selection of products and deals, Kenzz encourages social sharing, allowing users to share their favorite finds with others and receive rewards in return. This customer-centric approach aims to digitize the traditional shopping experience, making it more accessible and engaging for a broader audience.
Meliora Therapeutics
Seed Round in 2022
Meliora Therapeutics is a biotech startup that is developing a machine learning-driven platform to identify the true mechanisms of action of oncology medications.
Motion
Series A in 2022
Motion is an AI time management platform that provides real-time interventions, reminders, and analytics. Motion mark sites as distracting to limit the time on them in the future. The company's tool keeps users from becoming distracted while browsing the web by providing real-time interventions, reminders, and analytics, as well as calendar, tab management, and focus tools.
Opto Investments
Series A in 2022
Opto Investments offers a complete solution for independent investment advisors to access private market investments.
PriceOye
Seed Round in 2022
PriceOye is an eCommerce platform based in Islamabad, Pakistan, that enables users to compare prices for consumer electronics. Founded in 2020, the platform aims to simplify online shopping by providing comprehensive product information, specifications, reviews, and photos, while listing prices from various online retailers. By eliminating counterfeits and promoting trust, PriceOye assists users in making informed purchasing decisions and finding the best deals available.
Bits
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Bits set up automatic investments at regular intervals within the Bits app to strengthen the value of your micro-investments.
Intellect
Series A in 2022
Intellect is a modern-day mental health company with a mission to make mental healthcare and well-being support accessible for everyone. The company has developed a simple and effective mental health journey. Utilizing both technology and human interaction to create memorable human contact. Intellect serves over 3 million members and organizations globally through its mental health platform. Intellect was also selected as one of Google’s Best Apps of 2020. Intellect is backed by leading investors including Insignia Ventures Partners, Y Combinator, HOF Capital, Headline, East Ventures, MS&AD Ventures, as well as an extensive list of family offices, big tech executives & renowned angel investors.
Myome
Series B in 2022
Myome is a company focused on gene analytics technology that aims to enhance understanding of how DNA influences health and well-being. By utilizing genome sequencing, Myome provides insights into a range of common and rare diseases, including coronary heart disease. This technology allows for the estimation of risks associated with various multifactorial medical conditions, empowering families to take proactive measures to reduce the transmission of genetic diseases across generations. The data generated by Myome is designed to be secure, portable, and reusable throughout an individual's life, facilitating ongoing health management.
Nas Company (Formerly Nas Academy)
Funding Round in 2022
Nas means people – and we, as Nas Company, are on a mission to build community products that bring people together! From the early days of Nas Daily, our mission has been to form communities around the world. We believe that people learn better in communities. People can do more together. People can find mentors, coaches, thought leaders, and friends in communities. A strong community is worth a thousand marketing campaigns. Nas.io is building products for Community Builders, Brands, Content Creators, DAO builders, and anyone who also wants to bring people together. We have built tools and integrations that will let you start and manage an engaged community. As a company, we’ve successfully built communities over and over again – and now, we are building tools and integrations that will allow other people to build communities faster than ever before.
Spot2
Seed Round in 2022
Spot2 is a commercial real estate proptech company based in Mexico that operates a property technology ecosystem designed to connect brands and entrepreneurs with commercial spaces. The company specializes in providing technology-driven brokerage services that assist clients in locating their ideal retail and industrial spaces across the country. By leveraging technology, Spot2 aims to streamline the process of finding and securing commercial real estate, making it more efficient for its users.
Optifino
Seed Round in 2022
Optifino is a fintech company that specializes in educating clients about the benefits of compounding and tax-efficient investments designed to last through generations. The firm focuses on transforming life insurance by enhancing transparency, protection, tax management, and liquidity. By bridging the gap between life insurance and investing, Optifino aims to provide innovative solutions that deliver value at every interaction, empowering customers to make informed financial decisions.
HitPay
Series A in 2022
HitPay is a payment infrastructure platform based in Singapore, established in 2016, that focuses on simplifying payment solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the Asia-Pacific region. The platform integrates e-commerce, point of sale, and B2B payment systems into a cohesive service, enabling businesses to manage transactions seamlessly across multiple channels. HitPay's offerings include a mobile point of sale that allows customers to make secure, one-click purchases using various payment methods, without the need for an account, and supports transactions in multiple currencies. The company is regulated across six APAC jurisdictions and has garnered support from prominent investors, positioning itself as a key player in facilitating accessible payment solutions for growing businesses.
Archie
Seed Round in 2022
Archie is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform designed to simplify the onboarding, management, and payment processes for creative freelancers in the hospitality sector. By eliminating the need for extensive paperwork and outdated tools, Archie enables businesses to efficiently handle vendor payments while reducing the risk of costly errors. The platform offers financial tools and resources that stabilize the often unpredictable dynamics between organizations and freelancers, allowing for improved cash flow management and streamlined payment processes.
BillionToOne
Series C in 2022
BillionToOne Inc. is a precision diagnostics company based in Menlo Park, California, that specializes in molecular testing for prenatal and oncology applications. Established in 2016, the company has developed a patented molecular counter platform capable of detecting and quantifying DNA molecules at an extraordinarily precise level. BillionToOne's flagship product, UNITY, is a noninvasive prenatal screening test that analyzes fetal cell-free DNA from a simple blood sample taken from the mother, allowing for the detection of single-gene disorders such as cystic fibrosis, spinal muscular atrophy, and beta-thalassemia. This innovative approach aims to replace more invasive procedures like amniocentesis, providing a safer and more affordable alternative for expecting mothers, particularly in developing countries. Additionally, the company is focused on oncology, offering tests that can accurately identify actionable mutations and assess tumor burden through blood samples.
Acme Labs
Pre Seed Round in 2022
What if earning points at one merchant and spending them at others was as easy as using Apple Pay? Meet Acme – an innovative merchant network - similar to Visa, but for loyalty points. Acme simplifies earning and redeeming loyalty points across a wide network merchants to one tap, allowing everyone to earn more.
Transpose
Seed Round in 2022
Building on Web3 data should be fast and simple. Transpose is on a journey to set a new standard for blockchain data. By translating low-level blockchain data into a suite of high-level, human-readable APIs, Transpose will reimagine the speed and scope of Web3 development.
Heptabase
Venture Round in 2022
Heptabase is the visual note-taking tool for learning complex topics. Heptabase is headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan and was founded in 2021.
Oorbit
Seed Round in 2022
Oorbit is a specialized cloud and grid computing platform designed to empower gaming and AI industries. By leveraging its advanced compute infrastructure technology, Oorbit enables game studios and AI companies to utilize cloud computing for streaming, rendering, and other applications at significantly lower costs and with improved performance. The platform is blockchain-enabled, providing a space for gamers and developers to showcase their talents and monetize their creations. Oorbit aims to foster a community where developers and players are rewarded for their contributions while offering essential resources for building, shipping, and managing products, allowing developers to focus on creativity without the burden of high building costs.
Pawp
Venture Round in 2022
Pawp, Inc. is a digital health clinic and telehealth platform focused on pet care, connecting pet owners with licensed veterinary professionals. Founded in 2020 and based in New York, the platform offers users unlimited 24/7 access to veterinarians, allowing for timely consultations that can often replace unnecessary in-person visits. Additionally, Pawp provides a yearly pet emergency fund of $3,000, serving as a financial safety net for unexpected veterinary expenses. By facilitating these services, Pawp aims to empower pet owners to make informed health decisions for their pets while managing costs effectively.
Heroes
Series A in 2022
Heroes is a technology-driven e-commerce company that specializes in acquiring, operating, and scaling small and medium-sized brands featuring category-winning products on global marketplaces. The company primarily targets Amazon FBA brands, selecting those with exceptional customer reviews and a history of dominating bestseller lists in high-growth niches. By focusing on these promising brands, Heroes aims to leverage the rapid advancements in digital retail and e-commerce, aiding businesses in maximizing their potential in the evolving marketplace.
Flow
Series A in 2022
Flow is a technology company focused on enhancing commercial real estate through advanced analytics and artificial intelligence. It addresses the complexities of fund infrastructure by integrating information across various stakeholders, including investors, providers, and investment systems. Flow's mission is to empower informed decision-making by providing dynamic tools and user-friendly interfaces. Its cross-platform software as a service (SaaS) technology is designed to adapt to the diverse operational needs of funds, thereby optimizing productivity and enabling faster decision-making. By targeting the alternative asset market, Flow aims to accelerate the speed of decisions, capital movement, and overall growth, which are essential for thriving market economies.
Trace Finance
Seed Round in 2022
Trace Finance is a financial platform that supports Payment Facilitators, cryptocurrency companies, and cross-border businesses by providing foreign exchange services, non-resident accounts, and streamlined cross-border payments. The company focuses on assisting Latin American startups, enabling them to establish global accounts quickly and facilitating international money transfers without significant delays. By offering a range of paralegal services at no extra cost, Trace Finance aims to transform the foreign exchange market and global banking landscape for startups in the region. Notable clients include Dlocal, Volt.io, and Okx, all of which utilize Trace Finance for their local and cross-border payment needs. The company is committed to enhancing the speed and efficiency of payment processes for enterprises on a global scale.
MultiOmic Health
Seed Round in 2022
MultiOmic Health is an AI-driven start-up specializing in drug discovery for metabolic syndrome-related diseases. The company collaborates with selected healthcare providers to collect and analyze de-identified patient data and bio-samples. Its MOHSAIC® platform integrates multi-omics analysis with computational systems biology modeling and targeted laboratory experiments to develop novel precision therapeutic concepts. These concepts are then commercialized through partnerships with established biopharma companies, facilitating the creation of new therapeutic and diagnostic research and development programs. By focusing on precision medicine, MultiOmic Health aims to improve treatment options for patients suffering from metabolic syndrome.
Intellect
Series A in 2022
Intellect is a modern-day mental health company with a mission to make mental healthcare and well-being support accessible for everyone. The company has developed a simple and effective mental health journey. Utilizing both technology and human interaction to create memorable human contact. Intellect serves over 3 million members and organizations globally through its mental health platform. Intellect was also selected as one of Google’s Best Apps of 2020. Intellect is backed by leading investors including Insignia Ventures Partners, Y Combinator, HOF Capital, Headline, East Ventures, MS&AD Ventures, as well as an extensive list of family offices, big tech executives & renowned angel investors.
Reframe
Series A in 2022
Reframe is an app to help people cut back on alcohol use and build healthier habits
PostEra
Series A in 2022
PostEra is a company focused on advancing drug discovery through innovative technology and strategic partnerships within the biopharma sector. Founded in 2019 and based in Santa Clara, California, PostEra provides medicinal chemistry services that combine molecular design with chemical synthesis. The company has developed algorithms that predict bioactivity and chemical reaction outcomes more effectively than traditional methods, addressing complex challenges in drug development. PostEra collaborates with major pharmaceutical companies and institutions, having secured significant funding and established multi-year partnerships with organizations such as Amgen, Pfizer, and the NIH. Additionally, the company has played a pivotal role in the COVID Moonshot initiative, which is recognized as the largest open-science drug discovery effort to date. By automating the drug development process through its machine learning platform, PostEra aims to enhance the speed, safety, and cost-effectiveness of bringing new drugs to market.
SPACE Metaverse
Seed Round in 2021
SPACE Metaverse is a virtual commerce platform that enables users to create and manage their own immersive experiences within a realistic 3D environment. The platform allows individuals to design their own virtual spaces, including shops, galleries, and music venues, where they can showcase and sell virtual goods. Users can represent themselves through customizable avatars and engage in spatial audio interactions, enhancing the browsing experience. In addition to creating content, users can build businesses, collaborate with others, and find employment opportunities within this user-owned social platform. SPACE Metaverse provides a dynamic environment for creativity and commerce, empowering its citizens to monetize their artwork, music, and other digital assets.
Figment Capital
Series C in 2021
Figment Networks Inc. is a leading blockchain infrastructure and software provider based in Toronto, Canada, established in 2018. The company develops and operates an open-source crypto network, focusing on enhancing community engagement through tools that facilitate understanding of network health and performance for informed staking decisions. Figment supports various crypto networks, including Tezos, Cosmos, Livepeer, and Horizen. It offers a comprehensive suite of services, such as enterprise-grade node and staking infrastructure, the Hubble Web 3 explorer, and DataHub developer APIs, aimed at simplifying the use, development, and governance of blockchains for token holders and developers alike. Additionally, Figment publishes open-source software and economic research to further benefit the blockchain community.
Anakin
Seed Round in 2021
Anakin specializes in competitive intelligence software tailored for retailers and brands, focusing on e-commerce. The company offers global coverage of real-time product assortments and pricing data from over 100 million stock-keeping units (SKUs) across various e-commerce platforms. By leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning, Anakin automates the tracking and categorization of competitors' offerings, allowing clients to efficiently gather and analyze web data. This capability aids retailers and brands in understanding their competition's strategies, ultimately enhancing their decision-making processes in the market.
Republic
Series B in 2021
Republic is an equity crowdfunding platform based in New York City, founded in 2016. The company provides individuals with the opportunity to invest in a variety of sectors, including startups, real estate, cryptocurrencies, and video games. By enabling access to these investment opportunities, Republic aims to foster a diverse, sustainable, and interconnected global community. The platform has facilitated over $500 million in investments from more than one million members worldwide. Republic serves a broad clientele that includes venture capital firms, family offices, and high-net-worth individuals, connecting them with private companies seeking funding. With a global presence across six countries, Republic is supported by notable investors such as Galaxy Digital and The Motley Fool.
Teiko.bio
Venture Round in 2021
Teiko.bio is an immune profiling platform that enables clinicians to make informed decisions around patient response. The company was founded in 2020 and is based in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Dots
Seed Round in 2021
Dots is a multichannel payouts API that automates manual processes for marketplaces. Dots' API lets a marketplace pay their sellers in the ways they want to be paid, including Venmo, Paypal, ACH and Zelle. As more Americans earn a living by becoming a 1099 worker, marketplaces need to provide flexible payout options and we make supporting these payouts easy through a single API.
Reframe
Seed Round in 2021
Reframe is an app to help people cut back on alcohol use and build healthier habits
Writesonic
Seed Round in 2021
Writesonic is a prominent generative AI platform that facilitates content creation for businesses and individuals, boasting over 5 million registered users and more than 40,000 paying customers. The platform offers a variety of tools to generate unique marketing content, including articles, blog posts, advertisements, landing pages, and product descriptions. Users can select from templates, input descriptions, and generate tailored copy, significantly enhancing productivity while saving time and resources. Additionally, Writesonic features a no-code AI chatbot platform that allows businesses to create customized chatbots aligned with their brand voice and data. The company has received widespread acclaim, with over 15,000 five-star reviews on various review platforms, and is supported by Y Combinator and a network of prominent investors in Silicon Valley. Writesonic operates a sustainable business model driven by genuine revenue, rather than solely relying on venture capital.
Momos
Seed Round in 2021
At Momos, we put restaurants at the forefront of everything we do. We are building Shopify for Restaurants; with our cloud-based marketing and analytics tools, restaurants are able to harness their data across all their online channels and use it to maximize their growth. As a result, Momos is modernizing the entire approach to Food and Beverage, and helping restaurants embrace the digital change.
Alethea AI
Funding Round in 2021
Alethea AI is a decentralized protocol focused on the development of intelligent and interactive non-fungible tokens (NFTs) powered by advanced artificial intelligence technologies. The company has pioneered the iNFT standard, which allows for the creation of photorealistic avatars capable of animation and interaction. Through its multimedia platform, Alethea AI enables users to generate high-quality synthetic media while ensuring digital rights management through blockchain technology. This framework empowers creators to publish AI-generated characters and monetize their content by fulfilling requests from buyers, positioning Alethea AI at the forefront of the evolving intersection of AI and digital assets.
Honest Networks
Private Equity Round in 2021
Honest Networks, Inc. is an internet service provider founded in 2018 and headquartered in New York, New York. The company focuses on delivering high-speed internet services characterized by faster speeds, enhanced reliability, and transparent pricing. Honest Networks aims to improve the customer experience by offering various plans tailored to meet individual needs, ensuring that customers can access affordable internet connections. Through its commitment to quality service, Honest Networks is positioning itself as a significant player in the rapidly evolving internet services market.
Tabby
Series B in 2021
Tabby Inc. is a financial technology company based in the United Arab Emirates that offers payment solutions for online purchases. It operates a platform that provides customers in the UAE and Saudi Arabia with a buy now, pay later option, allowing them to make payments for their purchases either in a single deferred payment or through multiple installments. This service aims to enhance financial flexibility, enabling consumers to manage their spending more effectively while ensuring safe payment transactions. Through its innovative approach, Tabby seeks to reshape the relationship individuals have with their finances, promoting a more accessible shopping experience.
Yoco
Series C in 2021
Yoco Technologies (Pty) Ltd. is a South African technology company based in Cape Town that focuses on providing a seamless mobile point-of-sale experience for small businesses and entrepreneurs. By creating a unified platform, Yoco enables businesses to accept secure payments both online and in-person, while simplifying operational processes. The company offers a diverse product ecosystem that includes payment solutions, lending options, and business management software. It serves over 300,000 small businesses, processing billions of dollars annually, and aims to enhance the commerce experience for both buyers and sellers by minimizing time spent on transactions and administrative tasks.
Nawy
Seed Round in 2021
Nawy is a real estate end-to-end website that allows users to browse hundreds of properties and buy houses in gated communities.
BillionToOne
Series B in 2021
BillionToOne Inc. is a precision diagnostics company based in Menlo Park, California, that specializes in molecular testing for prenatal and oncology applications. Established in 2016, the company has developed a patented molecular counter platform capable of detecting and quantifying DNA molecules at an extraordinarily precise level. BillionToOne's flagship product, UNITY, is a noninvasive prenatal screening test that analyzes fetal cell-free DNA from a simple blood sample taken from the mother, allowing for the detection of single-gene disorders such as cystic fibrosis, spinal muscular atrophy, and beta-thalassemia. This innovative approach aims to replace more invasive procedures like amniocentesis, providing a safer and more affordable alternative for expecting mothers, particularly in developing countries. Additionally, the company is focused on oncology, offering tests that can accurately identify actionable mutations and assess tumor burden through blood samples.
NFT Genius
Seed Round in 2021
NFT Genius is a digital experience and marketplace technology company that specializes in non-fungible token (NFT) solutions. The company aims to transform brand engagement by enabling businesses to connect with their customers through experiential and utility-focused digital collections. By offering a platform for creating and managing digital collectibles, NFT Genius helps brands foster deep and meaningful interactions with their audiences. Its services cater to storytellers and innovators, facilitating the evolution of collectible digital assets across various genres and media. An online inquiry form is available on the company's website for those seeking to learn more about its offerings.
Pattern Brands
Private Equity Round in 2021
Pattern is a family of brands that inspire to learn, explore, and lay the foundation for a more present life. The company's goal is to create deeper, more personal relationships with each consumer so they can best serve their needs through the family of brands.
KTrade
Seed Round in 2021
KTrade is an investment platform that facilitates direct access to equity markets in Pakistan. The firm offers a range of products and services, including equities, commodities, fixed income, and foreign exchange sales and trading. Additionally, KTrade provides securities and economic research to a diverse client base, which includes individuals, high net worth individuals, pension funds, institutional investors, and corporations. By connecting capital with growth companies, KTrade aims to enhance investment opportunities within the public equity and fixed income markets of Pakistan. Established in January 2005 and headquartered in Karachi, KTrade operates as a subsidiary of KASB Bank Limited.
Figure
Series D in 2021
Figure Technologies, Inc. is a financial technology company based in San Francisco, California, established in 2018. It specializes in consumer financial solutions that include home equity lines of credit, home improvement loans, home buy-lease back offerings, mortgage refinancing, and student loan refinancing. Using its proprietary blockchain platform, Provenance, Figure aims to streamline the borrowing process, allowing customers to access capital in as few as five days. The company's services are designed to assist individuals with home improvement, debt consolidation, and retirement planning, leveraging advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence and analytics to enhance operational efficiency and customer experience.
ASAPP
Series C in 2021
ASAPP, Inc. develops AI-native products designed to address large-scale inefficiencies in various industries. Its core offering, the ASAPP Customer Experience Performance (CXP) platform, enhances the capabilities of customer care and sales agents by providing real-time guidance on effective communication and actions during customer interactions, whether on phone calls or digital messages. The platform's machine learning models continuously learn and adapt from each customer engagement, effectively transforming every agent into a top performer without the need for extensive training or manual programming. ASAPP’s solutions are utilized by major companies in sectors such as telecom, financial services, and travel. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in New York, ASAPP also has locations in San Francisco, Mountain View, London, Buenos Aires, Ithaca, and Raleigh.
Alice Labs
Seed Round in 2021
MyAlice is a sales automation and WhatsApp support platform for growing eCommerce and DTC brands. It boosts sales and engagement by sending personalized messages at key points along the customer journey.
Pawp
Series A in 2021
Pawp, Inc. is a digital health clinic and telehealth platform focused on pet care, connecting pet owners with licensed veterinary professionals. Founded in 2020 and based in New York, the platform offers users unlimited 24/7 access to veterinarians, allowing for timely consultations that can often replace unnecessary in-person visits. Additionally, Pawp provides a yearly pet emergency fund of $3,000, serving as a financial safety net for unexpected veterinary expenses. By facilitating these services, Pawp aims to empower pet owners to make informed health decisions for their pets while managing costs effectively.
Teya
Series C in 2021
Teya is a comprehensive solution tailored for small and growing businesses, providing essential services that include payment processing, loyalty programs, and cash advances. With a focus on facilitating fast and secure transactions, Teya's payment software supports a diverse range of clients, including FinTech firms, payment providers, banks, and mobile network operators. The company has successfully assisted over 300,000 business owners in enhancing their operations and enjoying the process of running their enterprises. By offering cloud-native payment solutions and business management tools, Teya enables small and medium-sized businesses to effectively manage their growth and streamline their operations.
Smartcuts
Seed Round in 2021
Smartcuts is a technology company that specializes in automating repetitive computer tasks through its online browser tool. Founded in 2019 by Brian Noguchi, Smartcuts offers a Chrome extension that records user clicks and keystrokes, transforming them into no-code automation. This functionality allows clients to easily repeat actions on websites, streamlining their workflows without requiring any coding knowledge. By enabling users to automate tasks directly in their web browsers, Smartcuts enhances productivity and efficiency for individuals and businesses alike.
Kraken
Venture Round in 2021
Kraken is a prominent cryptocurrency exchange founded in 2011 that facilitates spot and futures trading for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and over 40 other digital assets. With a client base exceeding 7 million, Kraken plays a significant role in the mainstream adoption of cryptocurrencies by providing a marketplace where buyers, sellers, traders, and speculators can exchange digital currencies against traditional national currencies such as USD, EUR, CAD, and JPY. The platform caters to various user needs, offering services like an Over-the-Counter (OTC) desk for larger trades, advanced charting tools for technical analysis, and APIs for automated trading. Additionally, Kraken ensures comprehensive customer support with 24/7 live chat assistance, enhancing the user experience for both novice and experienced traders.
insitro
Series C in 2021
Insitro, Inc. is a data-driven company focused on drug discovery and development, particularly targeting nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH). Founded in 2018 by Daphne Koller and based in South San Francisco, California, Insitro harnesses machine learning and high-throughput biology to revolutionize the process of drug discovery. The company creates extensive functional genomic data sets and integrates them with patient data through innovative machine learning techniques. This approach allows Insitro to build predictive models that enhance target selection, streamline the design of therapeutics, and optimize drug development strategies. By addressing critical challenges in pharmaceutical research and development, Insitro aims to accelerate the delivery of new and effective treatments to patients.
Stripe
Series H in 2021
Stripe, Inc. is a technology company that develops application programming interfaces (APIs) and tools to facilitate online payment processing for businesses. Its offerings include a range of services such as a developer toolkit for payments, subscription management, and a routing engine for handling third-party payouts. Additionally, Stripe provides analytics tools for business insights, fraud detection, customizable payment forms, and an embeddable checkout solution that works across various devices. The company supports a wide array of payment methods, including major credit and debit cards, and caters to diverse sectors such as e-commerce, B2B platforms, and non-profits. Established in 2009 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Stripe operates in multiple international markets including Canada, the UK, Australia, and several European countries. The company also offers Stripe Capital, which provides businesses with flexible financing options based on their payment history, helping them manage cash flow and invest in growth.
Blank Street
Seed Round in 2021
Blank Street is a coffee chain focused on making coffee accessible and enjoyable for a broader audience by providing convenient locations and a streamlined customer experience. The company employs automated espresso machines that ensure consistent quality, allowing baristas to engage more with customers and cultivate relationships. Blank Street's product offerings include a variety of coffee flavors, baked goods, pastries, and tacos, all designed to enhance the coffee-drinking experience. In addition, customers can conveniently place their orders through a mobile application, facilitating a quick and efficient service. The company's commitment to sustainability is reflected in its goal of operating with zero waste and zero emissions, while utilizing high-quality outsourced vendors for milk and pastries to maintain focus on their core coffee products.
SESO
Seed Round in 2021
SESO Inc. operates an online agricultural labor recruitment platform aimed at addressing the labor shortages faced by U.S. agriculture, which incurs significant annual losses due to this issue. The company specializes in connecting agricultural employers with qualified seasonal workers through the H-2A visa program, allowing these employers to hire foreign workers for temporary or seasonal agricultural labor. SESO provides a comprehensive range of services, including the recruitment, qualification, and training of workers, as well as automation of the H-2A visa process. Additionally, the company offers workforce management software designed to assist employers in maintaining compliance with complex local and federal regulations. Founded in 2019 and based in San Francisco, California, SESO is committed to enhancing the quality of the agricultural workforce while providing safe and meaningful employment opportunities for workers.
Safepay
Seed Round in 2021
Safepay specializes in digital payments that are secure as well as helps merchants receive payments faster by enabling online payments.
SoFi
Secondary Market in 2020
SoFi is a financial services company founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. It offers a diverse range of products targeting early-stage professionals, including personal loans, MBA loans, and mortgage refinancing. In addition to lending, SoFi provides wealth management services that assist individuals in saving, spending, and investing their money. The company also offers financial solutions for retirement planning and student loan repayment management. Its comprehensive suite of services includes credit cards, checking and savings accounts, and small business financing, positioning SoFi as a versatile player in the financial sector.
CHAI
Series B in 2020
CHAI is a fintech company focused on developing infrastructure technologies aimed at enhancing the digital economy. The company offers a comprehensive platform that includes a debit card, a merchant-facing payment API, and an e-wallet, all of which utilize blockchain technology. This platform enables both merchants and individual users to access a variety of payment options quickly and efficiently, allowing merchants to integrate these solutions in under an hour. Additionally, users can conveniently make online purchases by linking their bank accounts.
Tabby
Series A in 2020
Tabby Inc. is a financial technology company based in the United Arab Emirates that offers payment solutions for online purchases. It operates a platform that provides customers in the UAE and Saudi Arabia with a buy now, pay later option, allowing them to make payments for their purchases either in a single deferred payment or through multiple installments. This service aims to enhance financial flexibility, enabling consumers to manage their spending more effectively while ensuring safe payment transactions. Through its innovative approach, Tabby seeks to reshape the relationship individuals have with their finances, promoting a more accessible shopping experience.
DuckDuckGo
Secondary Market in 2020
DuckDuckGo is an independent Internet privacy company founded in 2008 that provides users with an alternative to traditional search engines by prioritizing privacy. With over 100 million users globally, DuckDuckGo offers a web browser compatible with both mobile and desktop devices, featuring robust privacy protections. Unlike many popular browsers, DuckDuckGo's search engine does not track user searches, and it includes more than a dozen privacy features that are activated by default. This comprehensive approach to personal data protection caters to individuals seeking to reclaim their online privacy from pervasive tracking.
Metagenomi
Series A in 2020
Metagenomi, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing gene editing systems aimed at treating genetic diseases. Founded in 2016 and based in Emeryville, California, Metagenomi utilizes metagenomics and machine learning to uncover novel genome editing technologies derived from previously uncharacterized organisms. The company's innovative discovery platform enables the creation of highly efficient and specific gene editing tools, including programmable nucleases, base editors, and advanced integration systems such as prime editing and CRISPR-associated transposases. By harnessing these naturally evolved systems, Metagenomi seeks to address a wide range of genetic mutations that traditional genome engineering approaches have struggled to target, with the ultimate goal of providing transformative therapies for patients globally.
CRED Player Fund
Seed Round in 2020
CRED uses machine learning to predict the future of sports, CRED works with athletes, agencies and teams to help them reach their career and commercial potential.
Blank Street
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Blank Street is a coffee chain focused on making coffee accessible and enjoyable for a broader audience by providing convenient locations and a streamlined customer experience. The company employs automated espresso machines that ensure consistent quality, allowing baristas to engage more with customers and cultivate relationships. Blank Street's product offerings include a variety of coffee flavors, baked goods, pastries, and tacos, all designed to enhance the coffee-drinking experience. In addition, customers can conveniently place their orders through a mobile application, facilitating a quick and efficient service. The company's commitment to sustainability is reflected in its goal of operating with zero waste and zero emissions, while utilizing high-quality outsourced vendors for milk and pastries to maintain focus on their core coffee products.
Scopely
Series E in 2020
Scopely, Inc. is an interactive entertainment and video game company based in Culver City, California, founded in 2011. It specializes in developing and publishing mobile and tablet games for both casual and core gamers globally. Scopely is known for its popular franchises, such as "Star Trek™ Fleet Command," "MARVEL Strike Force," "Stumble Guys," and "Yahtzee With Buddies." The company utilizes its proprietary technology platform, Playgami™, to create immersive gaming experiences, with a focus on player engagement and long-lasting enjoyment. Scopely also offers a range of services including game design, live operations, marketing, and analytics, supporting a diversified portfolio within the mobile gaming industry. With operations in various international markets, including Asia-Pacific, EMEA, and North America, Scopely has established itself as a significant player in the interactive entertainment sector.
Minly
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Minly Ltd is an online platform that connects celebrities with their fans by offering personalized experiences, such as video shoutouts, direct messages, and voice notes. Founded in 2020 and based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Minly allows fans to book unique interactions with their favorite actors, musicians, athletes, and influencers. This service enables fans to celebrate special occasions, including birthdays and anniversaries, with personalized messages from celebrities. Additionally, Minly engages in social responsibility by partnering with local non-profit organizations that focus on feeding and community development initiatives in the region. The platform serves users in the Middle East and globally through its website and mobile applications.
Unqork
Series C in 2020
Unqork Inc. is a New York-based company that operates a no-code enterprise application platform, designed to assist financial and insurance sectors in managing their client lifecycle. Founded in 2016, Unqork enables organizations to build, deploy, and manage complex applications without the need for traditional coding. This approach allows large enterprises to create custom software more efficiently and at a lower cost compared to conventional methods. The platform not only streamlines the product sales process but also enhances customer experience across various industries, including real estate, government, education, and healthcare. Unqork's innovative solutions significantly improve the quality and speed of software development for its clients.
Braintrust
Venture Round in 2020
Braintrust is a blockchain-based freelancer marketplace that connects technical and design professionals with organizations seeking their expertise. Founded in 2018 in San Jose, California, by Adam Jackson, Gabriel Luna-Ostaseski, and Brian Flynn, Braintrust offers a user-controlled talent network that eliminates intermediaries, allowing companies to save significantly on hiring costs. The platform enables direct connections between enterprises and highly skilled talent, ensuring that freelancers retain 100 percent of their earnings while the company charges a flat 10 percent project fee. Braintrust aims to disrupt traditional hiring practices by creating a transparent and efficient ecosystem that aligns the interests of both talent and organizations, facilitating access to the right professionals based on verified reputations and work histories.
Habi
Series A in 2020
Habi is a technology-driven real estate company based in Bogotá, Colombia, founded in 2019. The firm focuses on simplifying the home buying and selling process for middle-class customers in Latin America by utilizing a proprietary pricing algorithm and scalable processes. Habi's platform aims to reduce the time and risks associated with traditional real estate transactions, allowing clients to buy and sell their homes more efficiently. By combining advanced analytical tools with human insight, Habi eliminates the need for intermediaries and provides clients with the necessary information to make informed decisions in the real estate market.
Epic Games
Venture Round in 2020
Epic Games, Inc. is an American video game and software company founded in 1991 and based in Cary, North Carolina. The company is known for creating and developing immersive games for various platforms, including PCs, consoles, mobile devices, and virtual reality systems. In addition to its game development efforts, Epic Games offers its proprietary game engine technology to other developers, facilitating the creation of high-fidelity interactive experiences. The company also operates a game store that empowers developers to publish quality games and 3D content, thereby fostering a vibrant community of creators and gamers alike. Previously known as Epic MegaGames, Inc., the company rebranded to its current name in March 1999.
Conception
Seed Round in 2020
Conception is a biotechnology company based in Berkeley, California, founded in 2018. It is focused on developing innovative techniques to transform skin cells into viable human eggs, thereby enabling women to conceive later in life, including into their forties and fifties. This technology aims to address infertility challenges faced by couples, including same-sex male couples who wish to have biological children. By utilizing advanced human and mouse tissue culture methods, including three-dimensional organoid culture, the company seeks to eliminate age-related fertility barriers. In the long term, Conception's advancements could facilitate genetic screening of embryos and potentially allow for genetic editing to mitigate the risk of hereditary diseases such as Alzheimer’s and various cancers, positioning this technology as a significant breakthrough in reproductive health.
Domino Data Lab
Secondary Market in 2020
Domino Data Lab, Inc. offers an enterprise data science platform that supports both on-premise and cloud-based solutions for data analysis applications. Its primary offerings include Domino Cloud, a managed cloud infrastructure for running and scaling models, and Domino On-Premise, which allows clients to track and audit their analyses. The platform is designed to empower data science teams by enabling collaborative, reusable, and reproducible analysis. Domino Data Lab serves a diverse range of industries, including financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, media, technology, retail, and consumer products. The platform is utilized by model-driven organizations to accelerate research, enhance collaboration, and deliver impactful models efficiently. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California, the company was formerly known as Cerebro, Inc. before rebranding in 2015.
insitro
Series B in 2020
Insitro, Inc. is a data-driven company focused on drug discovery and development, particularly targeting nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH). Founded in 2018 by Daphne Koller and based in South San Francisco, California, Insitro harnesses machine learning and high-throughput biology to revolutionize the process of drug discovery. The company creates extensive functional genomic data sets and integrates them with patient data through innovative machine learning techniques. This approach allows Insitro to build predictive models that enhance target selection, streamline the design of therapeutics, and optimize drug development strategies. By addressing critical challenges in pharmaceutical research and development, Insitro aims to accelerate the delivery of new and effective treatments to patients.
ASAPP
Series B in 2020
ASAPP, Inc. develops AI-native products designed to address large-scale inefficiencies in various industries. Its core offering, the ASAPP Customer Experience Performance (CXP) platform, enhances the capabilities of customer care and sales agents by providing real-time guidance on effective communication and actions during customer interactions, whether on phone calls or digital messages. The platform's machine learning models continuously learn and adapt from each customer engagement, effectively transforming every agent into a top performer without the need for extensive training or manual programming. ASAPP’s solutions are utilized by major companies in sectors such as telecom, financial services, and travel. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in New York, ASAPP also has locations in San Francisco, Mountain View, London, Buenos Aires, Ithaca, and Raleigh.
Helium Health
Series A in 2020
Helium Health focuses on transforming healthcare in Africa by providing a comprehensive suite of software tools for hospitals and clinics. The company develops an electronic health record platform that simplifies patient record management and hospital operations. Its services include digitizing medical records, managing appointments and prescriptions, and facilitating medical billing through a user-friendly interface accessible from any device. Additionally, Helium Health offers customizable forms, trend monitoring, alert triggers, and report generation, enabling healthcare providers to enhance their practice efficiency and improve patient care. By leveraging technology, Helium Health aims to establish the largest healthcare data exchange in Africa, contributing to a modern and affordable healthcare system.
PostEra
Seed Round in 2020
PostEra is a company focused on advancing drug discovery through innovative technology and strategic partnerships within the biopharma sector. Founded in 2019 and based in Santa Clara, California, PostEra provides medicinal chemistry services that combine molecular design with chemical synthesis. The company has developed algorithms that predict bioactivity and chemical reaction outcomes more effectively than traditional methods, addressing complex challenges in drug development. PostEra collaborates with major pharmaceutical companies and institutions, having secured significant funding and established multi-year partnerships with organizations such as Amgen, Pfizer, and the NIH. Additionally, the company has played a pivotal role in the COVID Moonshot initiative, which is recognized as the largest open-science drug discovery effort to date. By automating the drug development process through its machine learning platform, PostEra aims to enhance the speed, safety, and cost-effectiveness of bringing new drugs to market.
Motion
Seed Round in 2020
Motion is an AI time management platform that provides real-time interventions, reminders, and analytics. Motion mark sites as distracting to limit the time on them in the future. The company's tool keeps users from becoming distracted while browsing the web by providing real-time interventions, reminders, and analytics, as well as calendar, tab management, and focus tools.
Neo.Tax
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Neo.Tax, based in Mountain View, California, offers tax preparation and automation services through its innovative software platform. The company focuses on simplifying the often complex process of applying for the Research and Development (R&D) tax credit, especially in light of recent tax law changes regarding R&D capitalization. By leveraging machine learning algorithms, Neo.Tax automates the collection and organization of data from various sources, including emails, documents, and financial systems, which streamlines the tax filing process. Their platform is designed to assist both early-stage startups and larger public companies, ensuring they are audit-ready and capable of optimizing their tax liability. Through its solutions, Neo.Tax aims to alleviate common challenges faced by finance teams in accurately documenting activities and expenses related to tax credits.
CHAI
Series A in 2020
CHAI is a fintech company focused on developing infrastructure technologies aimed at enhancing the digital economy. The company offers a comprehensive platform that includes a debit card, a merchant-facing payment API, and an e-wallet, all of which utilize blockchain technology. This platform enables both merchants and individual users to access a variety of payment options quickly and efficiently, allowing merchants to integrate these solutions in under an hour. Additionally, users can conveniently make online purchases by linking their bank accounts.
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