Untether AI
Venture Round in 2021
Untether AI Corporation, established in 2017 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, specializes in the development of advanced neural net-based inference processors and chips. These processors are designed to enhance the capabilities of various devices, such as augmented reality headsets and wearables, enabling them to perform complex tasks like machine vision and speech recognition. The company focuses on a unique architecture that minimizes energy consumption while maximizing inference performance, addressing the challenges posed by strict energy budgets in modern devices. By employing a near-memory design, Untether AI’s technology reduces the distance data must travel during processing, thereby improving efficiency and lowering resource requirements. This innovative approach positions Untether AI as a leader in the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence applications, where effective inference is critical for advancing device intelligence.
CYVision
Venture Round in 2020
CYVision is a vision systems and applications company with offices in Mountain View and Istanbul, specializing in the development of advanced augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) technologies. The company focuses on creating a revolutionary platform that delivers fully immersive and realistic VR experiences, alongside high-quality AR applications. CYVision is particularly noted for its software-based holographic display technology, which is designed to enhance augmented reality experiences in challenging vehicular environments. This technology utilizes full-color 3D holographic displays that perform effectively under varying lighting conditions, from bright sunlight to dark stormy weather. By enabling users to perceive information as a natural 3D scene complete with visual depth cues, CYVision aims to provide a comfortable and engaging long-term viewing experience.
Untether AI
Series A in 2020
Untether AI Corporation, established in 2017 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, specializes in the development of advanced neural net-based inference processors and chips. These processors are designed to enhance the capabilities of various devices, such as augmented reality headsets and wearables, enabling them to perform complex tasks like machine vision and speech recognition. The company focuses on a unique architecture that minimizes energy consumption while maximizing inference performance, addressing the challenges posed by strict energy budgets in modern devices. By employing a near-memory design, Untether AI’s technology reduces the distance data must travel during processing, thereby improving efficiency and lowering resource requirements. This innovative approach positions Untether AI as a leader in the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence applications, where effective inference is critical for advancing device intelligence.
Untether AI
Series A in 2019
Untether AI Corporation, established in 2017 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, specializes in the development of advanced neural net-based inference processors and chips. These processors are designed to enhance the capabilities of various devices, such as augmented reality headsets and wearables, enabling them to perform complex tasks like machine vision and speech recognition. The company focuses on a unique architecture that minimizes energy consumption while maximizing inference performance, addressing the challenges posed by strict energy budgets in modern devices. By employing a near-memory design, Untether AI’s technology reduces the distance data must travel during processing, thereby improving efficiency and lowering resource requirements. This innovative approach positions Untether AI as a leader in the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence applications, where effective inference is critical for advancing device intelligence.
AdHawk Microsystems
Series B in 2019
AdHawk Microsystems Inc. is a Canadian technology company founded in 2015, specializing in the development of advanced eye and gesture tracking software, as well as micro-electromechanical systems for mobile and wearable devices. The company has created a unique camera-free eye tracking system that enhances mobile data capture and facilitates cutting-edge augmented and virtual reality applications. AdHawk's innovations have led to the production of high-performance wearable eye tracking products that offer exceptional speed and data quality by employing customized microsystems, thus improving computational and power efficiency. Their technology is making strides in various domains, including smart glasses equipped with biometric sensing and human-computer interaction peripherals. Additionally, AdHawk is poised to launch a pioneering consumer wearable device aimed at monitoring cognitive health, providing users with valuable insights into their brain activity and supporting improved wellness.
Untether AI
Series A in 2019
Untether AI Corporation, established in 2017 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, specializes in the development of advanced neural net-based inference processors and chips. These processors are designed to enhance the capabilities of various devices, such as augmented reality headsets and wearables, enabling them to perform complex tasks like machine vision and speech recognition. The company focuses on a unique architecture that minimizes energy consumption while maximizing inference performance, addressing the challenges posed by strict energy budgets in modern devices. By employing a near-memory design, Untether AI’s technology reduces the distance data must travel during processing, thereby improving efficiency and lowering resource requirements. This innovative approach positions Untether AI as a leader in the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence applications, where effective inference is critical for advancing device intelligence.
North
Debt Financing in 2019
North, formerly known as Thalmic Labs, is a technology company based in Kitchener, Canada, focused on developing innovative eyewear that integrates digital information into daily life. Founded in 2012, North employs over 400 professionals across four offices in North America, including engineers, designers, and futurists. The company's flagship product is a pair of smart glasses that provide heads-up access to digital notifications, allowing users to engage with their digital lives without the need to constantly check their phones. Features such as customizable replies, emojis, and snooze delays enhance the user experience by offering discreet and manageable access to information. North aims to create technologies that seamlessly blend with everyday activities, emphasizing the harmonious relationship between people and technology.
Proprio
Venture Round in 2019
Proprio, Inc. is a healthcare technology company based in Seattle, Washington, that focuses on developing an advanced surgical navigation and imaging platform. Founded in 2016, the company utilizes machine learning, artificial intelligence, and mixed-reality user interfaces to enhance surgical accuracy and simplify workflows, ultimately improving patient outcomes. Proprio's innovative solutions aim to replace traditional surgical microscopes and navigation systems with a more integrated system that leverages networked camera arrays, depth-sensing technology, and computer graphics. By synthesizing data from multiple inputs, Proprio enables medical professionals to navigate complex anatomical structures in real-time 3D environments, fostering a shift in medicine that embraces modern technological advancements. The company's vision extends beyond mere replacement of existing tools; it seeks to transform the surgical landscape by integrating software and data-driven approaches, enhancing the collaboration between humans and machines in the operating room.
Skylimit Entertainment Group
Series A in 2018
Skylimit Entertainment Group is a media and entertainment company based in Beijing, China, specializing in the operation of custom theaters and shows. The company designs and produces offline entertainment parks and develops virtual and augmented reality games. Additionally, Skylimit Entertainment Group focuses on the development and operation of intellectual properties and is involved in the planning and operation of tourism real estate. Its commitment lies in creating immersive social entertainment experiences, particularly through virtual reality.
Dysonics, Inc. is a company specializing in the development of advanced audio software and hardware solutions designed for headphones, focusing on spatial audio and next-generation content such as virtual reality. Founded in 2011 and based in San Francisco, California, Dysonics emerged from research at the University of California, Davis, where its foundational technology was developed. The company offers innovative products like Rondo Motion, a wireless motion sensor for headphones, and Rondo player, which facilitates playback of non-DRM content. Dysonics' technologies are utilized in various applications, including teleconferencing, surveillance, home entertainment, and interactive multimedia experiences such as gaming and training simulators. Additionally, the company provides encoding technology that enhances in-flight entertainment by delivering cinematic surround sound experiences to airline passengers. Dysonics is committed to creating immersive audio experiences through patented algorithms, microphone and speaker arrays, head tracking sensors, and machine learning technologies tailored for personalized audio applications.
CYVision is a vision systems and applications company with offices in Mountain View and Istanbul, specializing in the development of advanced augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) technologies. The company focuses on creating a revolutionary platform that delivers fully immersive and realistic VR experiences, alongside high-quality AR applications. CYVision is particularly noted for its software-based holographic display technology, which is designed to enhance augmented reality experiences in challenging vehicular environments. This technology utilizes full-color 3D holographic displays that perform effectively under varying lighting conditions, from bright sunlight to dark stormy weather. By enabling users to perceive information as a natural 3D scene complete with visual depth cues, CYVision aims to provide a comfortable and engaging long-term viewing experience.
AdHawk Microsystems
Series A in 2017
AdHawk Microsystems Inc. is a Canadian technology company founded in 2015, specializing in the development of advanced eye and gesture tracking software, as well as micro-electromechanical systems for mobile and wearable devices. The company has created a unique camera-free eye tracking system that enhances mobile data capture and facilitates cutting-edge augmented and virtual reality applications. AdHawk's innovations have led to the production of high-performance wearable eye tracking products that offer exceptional speed and data quality by employing customized microsystems, thus improving computational and power efficiency. Their technology is making strides in various domains, including smart glasses equipped with biometric sensing and human-computer interaction peripherals. Additionally, AdHawk is poised to launch a pioneering consumer wearable device aimed at monitoring cognitive health, providing users with valuable insights into their brain activity and supporting improved wellness.
Dysonics, Inc. is a company specializing in the development of advanced audio software and hardware solutions designed for headphones, focusing on spatial audio and next-generation content such as virtual reality. Founded in 2011 and based in San Francisco, California, Dysonics emerged from research at the University of California, Davis, where its foundational technology was developed. The company offers innovative products like Rondo Motion, a wireless motion sensor for headphones, and Rondo player, which facilitates playback of non-DRM content. Dysonics' technologies are utilized in various applications, including teleconferencing, surveillance, home entertainment, and interactive multimedia experiences such as gaming and training simulators. Additionally, the company provides encoding technology that enhances in-flight entertainment by delivering cinematic surround sound experiences to airline passengers. Dysonics is committed to creating immersive audio experiences through patented algorithms, microphone and speaker arrays, head tracking sensors, and machine learning technologies tailored for personalized audio applications.
North, formerly known as Thalmic Labs, is a technology company based in Kitchener, Canada, focused on developing innovative eyewear that integrates digital information into daily life. Founded in 2012, North employs over 400 professionals across four offices in North America, including engineers, designers, and futurists. The company's flagship product is a pair of smart glasses that provide heads-up access to digital notifications, allowing users to engage with their digital lives without the need to constantly check their phones. Features such as customizable replies, emojis, and snooze delays enhance the user experience by offering discreet and manageable access to information. North aims to create technologies that seamlessly blend with everyday activities, emphasizing the harmonious relationship between people and technology.
Itseez
Acquisition in 2016
Itseez, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in computer vision software solutions and consulting services. Founded in 2005, originally as Computer Vision Center Argus Ltd., Itseez has developed a range of advanced products, including the Open Source Computer Vision Library (OpenCV), which provides algorithms for tasks such as face detection, object recognition, and 3D modeling. The company offers specific solutions for automotive applications, including Advanced Driver Assistance System algorithms for functionalities like traffic sign recognition and pedestrian detection. Additionally, Itseez provides technologies such as Facense for face analysis, the itSeez3D mobile 3D scanning application, and Accelerated CV for ARM platforms. Itseez also engages in custom algorithm development across various fields, including augmented reality and deep learning. The company serves multiple markets, including automotive, security, and consumer applications. Headquartered in San Francisco, California, Itseez operates as a subsidiary of Intel Corporation.
Eyefluence
Series B in 2015
Eyefluence, Inc. is a technology company specializing in eye-interaction solutions for augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and mixed reality (MR) head-mounted displays (HMDs). Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Reno, Nevada, Eyefluence integrates its innovative technology with HMDs to enable users to control devices through eye movements, leveraging insights from eye biomechanics and the eye-brain connection. This approach allows for a natural and intuitive interaction, enhancing user experiences in the AR, VR, and MR environments. The company boasts a robust intellectual property portfolio with over 30 patents granted or pending, reflecting its commitment to advancing eye-tracking technology. Led by experienced entrepreneurs, Eyefluence collaborates with both startups and established enterprises to promote the adoption of smart glasses across various sectors, including consumer, industrial, and government applications.
Avegant, established in 2012, is a California-based technology company specializing in the development of advanced display technology for augmented reality (AR) experiences. The company leverages its expertise in human visual science and head-mounted display ergonomics, along with consumer electronics manufacturing experience, to create displays that enable realistic AR experiences for consumers. Avegant's core product is a light field display technology designed for mixed-reality applications, allowing users to visualize virtual objects across multiple focal planes, mimicking the way we perceive natural objects and enhancing AR interactions in various aspects of life, such as learning, playing, working, and socializing.
ToneTree
Seed Round in 2015
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WorldViz LLC is a technology company that specializes in virtual reality (VR) software and solutions. Established in 2002 and based in Santa Barbara, California, the company offers a range of products including Vizard, a multi-purpose 3D software platform, augmented reality products, and precision position tracking systems. WorldViz's offerings encompass various VR systems designed for walking, standing, seated, and projection wall experiences. In addition to its software and hardware products, the company provides services such as VR design and development, integration with diverse VR hardware, custom application development, and on-site installation and training. WorldViz serves multiple industries, including academia, architecture, engineering, construction, healthcare, defense, and manufacturing, both in the United States and internationally.
SKULLY Technologies, LLC is an Atlanta-based company that specializes in designing and manufacturing augmented reality (AR) and artificial intelligence (AI) wearable technology. Founded in 2013, SKULLY focuses on creating innovative products that enhance mobility experiences. Its flagship offering is a technologically advanced motorcycle helmet, which aims to promote safety, comfort, and connectivity for riders. Through its commitment to integrating AR and AI into wearable devices, SKULLY positions itself at the forefront of the evolving landscape of personal mobility technology.
Vuzix Corporation is a leader in designing, manufacturing, and selling augmented reality (AR) wearable display devices, primarily in the form of smart glasses. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in West Henrietta, New York, the company operates in multiple regions, including North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific. Vuzix's product offerings cater to various markets, including enterprise, industrial, medical, and consumer sectors, featuring monocular smart glasses and products designed for applications such as text messaging, navigation, and social media interactions. The company is also developing binocular AR smart glasses that enhance user experience by overlaying digital content onto real-world environments. Vuzix's devices facilitate interaction with video and digital content through eyewear or head-mounted displays, and they are compatible with various applications available via the company's app store. Additionally, Vuzix holds a significant portfolio of patents and has received awards for innovation in video eyewear and wireless technology, solidifying its position as a prominent player in the augmented and virtual reality markets.
Eyefluence
Series A in 2014
Eyefluence, Inc. is a technology company specializing in eye-interaction solutions for augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and mixed reality (MR) head-mounted displays (HMDs). Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Reno, Nevada, Eyefluence integrates its innovative technology with HMDs to enable users to control devices through eye movements, leveraging insights from eye biomechanics and the eye-brain connection. This approach allows for a natural and intuitive interaction, enhancing user experiences in the AR, VR, and MR environments. The company boasts a robust intellectual property portfolio with over 30 patents granted or pending, reflecting its commitment to advancing eye-tracking technology. Led by experienced entrepreneurs, Eyefluence collaborates with both startups and established enterprises to promote the adoption of smart glasses across various sectors, including consumer, industrial, and government applications.
Avegant, established in 2012, is a California-based technology company specializing in the development of advanced display technology for augmented reality (AR) experiences. The company leverages its expertise in human visual science and head-mounted display ergonomics, along with consumer electronics manufacturing experience, to create displays that enable realistic AR experiences for consumers. Avegant's core product is a light field display technology designed for mixed-reality applications, allowing users to visualize virtual objects across multiple focal planes, mimicking the way we perceive natural objects and enhancing AR interactions in various aspects of life, such as learning, playing, working, and socializing.
North, formerly known as Thalmic Labs, is a technology company based in Kitchener, Canada, focused on developing innovative eyewear that integrates digital information into daily life. Founded in 2012, North employs over 400 professionals across four offices in North America, including engineers, designers, and futurists. The company's flagship product is a pair of smart glasses that provide heads-up access to digital notifications, allowing users to engage with their digital lives without the need to constantly check their phones. Features such as customizable replies, emojis, and snooze delays enhance the user experience by offering discreet and manageable access to information. North aims to create technologies that seamlessly blend with everyday activities, emphasizing the harmonious relationship between people and technology.
Total Immersion
Series D in 2011
Total Immersion S.A., founded in 1998 and headquartered in Paris, France, specializes in augmented reality (AR) software solutions tailored for e-commerce, retail, and brand marketing. The company provides a range of virtual try-on applications, including TryLive, which allows customers to visualize products in 3D before purchase. Specific offerings include TryLive Eyewear for trying on glasses, TryLive Home for visualizing furniture in real environments, and TryLive Jewelry and Watches for selecting accessories. Additionally, Total Immersion develops AR sales tools like TryLive Retail, designed to enhance in-store product presentations, along with customized AR applications. With a global presence, the company also has offices in Los Angeles, Hong Kong, and London, serving a diverse clientele across various sectors.
Layar B.V. is a company based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, that specializes in designing and developing mobile applications. Founded in 2009, it is known for its mobile augmented browser, Layar, which overlays digital information on the camera view of smartphones. This innovative platform enhances user interaction with various categories, such as dining, entertainment, real estate, and tourism, by providing access to educational and useful content. By incorporating interactive digital elements like video messages and social network links, Layar aims to transform how people discover and engage with their environments, catering to a growing audience of tech-savvy consumers interested in augmented reality experiences.