Untether AI
Venture Round in 2021
Untether AI Corporation, based in Toronto, Canada, specializes in manufacturing neural net-based inference processors and chips designed to enhance artificial intelligence applications. Established in 2017, the company focuses on developing a new class of specialized processors that minimize complexity while ensuring efficient neural net inference operations. By positioning processing capabilities close to memory, Untether AI's technology significantly reduces the energy required for inference tasks, which are crucial for devices such as augmented reality headsets and wearables. This innovative architecture not only maximizes inference output but also operates within strict energy budgets, making it highly suitable for various applications where traditional inference technologies may fall short. As the demand for efficient AI processing continues to grow, Untether AI is well-positioned to address these challenges with its scalable and resource-efficient solutions.
Aledia SA specializes in the development and manufacturing of innovative light-emitting diodes (LEDs) utilizing a unique 3D architecture based on gallium-nitride-on-silicon microwires. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Grenoble, France, with additional subsidiaries in Malacca, Malaysia, and Palo Alto, California, Aledia's technology employs standard 8-inch silicon wafers and existing fabrication processes, allowing for the production of LED chips at a significantly reduced cost compared to traditional planar designs. This technology supports a range of applications, including general lighting, automotive, and display technologies, specifically for mobile and microdisplays used in augmented and virtual reality environments. Aledia's focus on efficient, brighter, and cost-effective displays positions it as a key player in the LED market.
CYVision
Venture Round in 2020
CY Vision is a vision systems and applications company with offices in Mountain View and Istanbul focused on developing a new platform for AR & VR.Our revolutionary platform enables fully immersive and realistic VR and exceptionally high-quality AR.
Untether AI
Series A in 2020
Untether AI Corporation, based in Toronto, Canada, specializes in manufacturing neural net-based inference processors and chips designed to enhance artificial intelligence applications. Established in 2017, the company focuses on developing a new class of specialized processors that minimize complexity while ensuring efficient neural net inference operations. By positioning processing capabilities close to memory, Untether AI's technology significantly reduces the energy required for inference tasks, which are crucial for devices such as augmented reality headsets and wearables. This innovative architecture not only maximizes inference output but also operates within strict energy budgets, making it highly suitable for various applications where traditional inference technologies may fall short. As the demand for efficient AI processing continues to grow, Untether AI is well-positioned to address these challenges with its scalable and resource-efficient solutions.
Untether AI
Series A in 2019
Untether AI Corporation, based in Toronto, Canada, specializes in manufacturing neural net-based inference processors and chips designed to enhance artificial intelligence applications. Established in 2017, the company focuses on developing a new class of specialized processors that minimize complexity while ensuring efficient neural net inference operations. By positioning processing capabilities close to memory, Untether AI's technology significantly reduces the energy required for inference tasks, which are crucial for devices such as augmented reality headsets and wearables. This innovative architecture not only maximizes inference output but also operates within strict energy budgets, making it highly suitable for various applications where traditional inference technologies may fall short. As the demand for efficient AI processing continues to grow, Untether AI is well-positioned to address these challenges with its scalable and resource-efficient solutions.
AdHawk Microsystems
Series B in 2019
AdHawk Microsystems Inc. is a Canadian company specializing in the development of eye and gesture tracking technology, along with micro-electromechanical systems for mobile and wearable devices. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Kitchener, the company has created a camera-free eye tracking system that enhances mobile data capture, paving the way for advanced augmented and virtual reality solutions. AdHawk's technology features a full-stack approach, integrating custom silicon with cloud-based analytics, which enables rapid and high-quality data processing. The company is focused on producing innovative wearable eye tracking products that offer significant computational and power efficiencies, driving the development of smart glasses and other devices with all-day biometric sensing capabilities. Additionally, AdHawk aims to introduce the first brain fitness tracker, a consumer wearable that will provide insights into cognitive processes and promote brain health and wellness for a wide audience.
Untether AI
Series A in 2019
Untether AI Corporation, based in Toronto, Canada, specializes in manufacturing neural net-based inference processors and chips designed to enhance artificial intelligence applications. Established in 2017, the company focuses on developing a new class of specialized processors that minimize complexity while ensuring efficient neural net inference operations. By positioning processing capabilities close to memory, Untether AI's technology significantly reduces the energy required for inference tasks, which are crucial for devices such as augmented reality headsets and wearables. This innovative architecture not only maximizes inference output but also operates within strict energy budgets, making it highly suitable for various applications where traditional inference technologies may fall short. As the demand for efficient AI processing continues to grow, Untether AI is well-positioned to address these challenges with its scalable and resource-efficient solutions.
Proprio
Venture Round in 2019
Proprio, Inc. is a Seattle-based company that develops advanced surgical technology aimed at enhancing surgical accuracy, simplifying workflows, and improving patient outcomes. Founded in 2016, Proprio utilizes machine learning, artificial intelligence, and mixed-reality user interfaces to create a next-generation surgical navigation and imaging platform. This innovative system replaces traditional surgical microscopes, loupes, and navigation systems by offering networked camera arrays and depth-sensing technology, allowing users to navigate live 3D environments with depth perception from any angle. Proprio's goal extends beyond merely replacing existing technologies; it seeks to advance medicine by integrating the latest digital innovations, moving away from outdated practices and focusing on software and data to improve surgical practices and outcomes.
Aledia SA specializes in the development and manufacturing of innovative light-emitting diodes (LEDs) utilizing a unique 3D architecture based on gallium-nitride-on-silicon microwires. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Grenoble, France, with additional subsidiaries in Malacca, Malaysia, and Palo Alto, California, Aledia's technology employs standard 8-inch silicon wafers and existing fabrication processes, allowing for the production of LED chips at a significantly reduced cost compared to traditional planar designs. This technology supports a range of applications, including general lighting, automotive, and display technologies, specifically for mobile and microdisplays used in augmented and virtual reality environments. Aledia's focus on efficient, brighter, and cost-effective displays positions it as a key player in the LED market.
CY Vision is a vision systems and applications company with offices in Mountain View and Istanbul focused on developing a new platform for AR & VR.Our revolutionary platform enables fully immersive and realistic VR and exceptionally high-quality AR.
AdHawk Microsystems
Series A in 2017
AdHawk Microsystems Inc. is a Canadian company specializing in the development of eye and gesture tracking technology, along with micro-electromechanical systems for mobile and wearable devices. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Kitchener, the company has created a camera-free eye tracking system that enhances mobile data capture, paving the way for advanced augmented and virtual reality solutions. AdHawk's technology features a full-stack approach, integrating custom silicon with cloud-based analytics, which enables rapid and high-quality data processing. The company is focused on producing innovative wearable eye tracking products that offer significant computational and power efficiencies, driving the development of smart glasses and other devices with all-day biometric sensing capabilities. Additionally, AdHawk aims to introduce the first brain fitness tracker, a consumer wearable that will provide insights into cognitive processes and promote brain health and wellness for a wide audience.
Itseez
Acquisition in 2016
Itseez, Inc. specializes in computer vision software solutions and consulting services. The company is known for its Open Source Computer Vision Library (OpenCV), which provides a wide range of computer vision and machine learning algorithms for tasks such as face detection, object recognition, and video analysis. Itseez also develops Advanced Driver Assistance System algorithms for the automotive industry, including features like traffic sign recognition and pedestrian detection. Additional offerings include Facense, a technology for face analysis, and itSeez3D, a mobile 3D scanning application. The company provides custom algorithm development in various areas, including deep learning, gesture recognition, and augmented reality. Itseez serves multiple markets, including automotive, security, and consumer applications. Founded in 2005 in San Francisco, Itseez originally operated as Computer Vision Center Argus Ltd. and has since become a subsidiary of Intel Corporation.
Eyefluence
Series B in 2015
Eyefluence, Inc. specializes in developing eye-interaction technology for controlling augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and mixed reality (MR) head-mounted displays (HMDs) using eye movements. Founded in 2013 and based in Reno, Nevada, the company integrates its technology with HMDs to enhance user interaction through natural eye tracking and control, leveraging a deep understanding of eye biomechanics and the eye-brain connection. Eyefluence holds a substantial intellectual property portfolio, with over 30 patents granted or pending, and collaborates with both emerging startups and established Fortune 100 companies to promote the adoption of smart glasses for various applications, including enterprise, industrial, government, and consumer sectors. The multidisciplinary team is led by experienced entrepreneurs and focuses on overcoming technical challenges to create seamless user experiences in AR, VR, and MR environments. As of late 2016, Eyefluence operates as a subsidiary of Google.
Avegant is a technology company founded in 2012 and based in Belmont, California, specializing in advanced display technology for augmented reality (AR) and mixed-reality applications. The company leverages its expertise in human vision and ergonomics of head-mounted displays to create products that facilitate realistic AR experiences. Avegant's light field display technology allows for the visualization of virtual objects at multiple focal planes, mimicking natural sight and enhancing user interaction. This innovative approach aims to transform how people learn, play, work, and connect through immersive augmented reality experiences.
ToneTree
Seed Round in 2015
Augmented reality on your tabletop. Fly your own personal spaceship through deep space. Record a hit track with a music studio that fits in your pocket. Expand your phone beyond the screen. Rediscover reality with Oak.
Recon Instruments
Acquisition in 2015
Recon Instruments, an Intel company, was founded in 2008 and is the world leader in smart eyewear technology for sports and high-intensity environments. Recon’s award-winning technology is backed by an extensive patent portfolio and integrates high-contrast displays with state-of-the-art computing platforms and sensor suites. Recon’s smart eyewear technology features an Android-based operating system with an open SDK, empowering developers to create apps for an endless variety of sports and activities. Recon continues to define the smart eyewear category and is dedicated to improving athletic performance and participation in sports. Recon's Mantra: At Recon, we believe that instant information, delivered in the right context, can set us free and help us fulfill our true potential. We don’t believe in compromises. We design our products to be safe, elegant, well-balanced, and incredibly easy to use. Nothing is more important to us. Sports are a great proving ground, pushing our product designs to the limit in every respect. We carry out all aspects of product development and design in-house, from concept to final production. It’s a complex and highly multidisciplinary effort, but we believe end-to-end control of the process helps us stay true to our core principles. Our philosophy is to live the product. Every employee is also a user. We all live and breathe to drive the company’s vision, and we never get tired of breaking new ground.
WorldViz LLC is a company that specializes in virtual reality (VR) software and solutions, founded in 2002 and headquartered in Santa Barbara, California. It offers a range of products, including the Vizard software platform, augmented reality tools, and precision position tracking systems. WorldViz provides various VR environments such as walking, standing, seated, and projection wall systems, catering to industries including academia, architecture, engineering, construction, healthcare, defense, and manufacturing. The company also offers services that encompass VR design and development, integration with multiple VR hardware, custom application development, and on-site installation and training. By focusing on immersive techniques and real-time motion tracking, WorldViz enables professionals across different sectors to utilize dynamic virtual reality technology for interactive experiences and simulations.
SKULLY Technologies, LLC is an Atlanta-based company that specializes in designing and manufacturing augmented reality (AR) and artificial intelligence (AI) wearable technology. Established in 2013, SKULLY focuses on creating innovative products that enhance safety and connectivity for users in the mobility sector. The company’s flagship product is an advanced motorcycle helmet that integrates AR technology, aiming to provide a safer and more enjoyable riding experience. By combining cutting-edge technology with action sports equipment, SKULLY is positioned at the intersection of wearable tech and mobility solutions.
Vuzix Corporation designs, manufactures, and markets augmented reality (AR) wearable display devices, primarily smart glasses, for various sectors including enterprise, medical, and consumer markets. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in West Henrietta, New York, Vuzix offers products such as monocular smart glasses for industrial applications and binocular AR glasses that provide users with an interactive view of their environment. The company's video eyewear solutions deliver a high-quality viewing experience, making them suitable for media consumption and gaming. Vuzix also provides an app store for users to download applications, including its Vuzix Remote Assist for remote telepresence. The company holds numerous patents in the video eyewear field and has received multiple awards for its innovations. Vuzix sells its products through various channels, including direct sales, specialty retailers, and online platforms, with a significant portion of its revenue generated from the United States, along with a presence in international markets such as Japan and Europe.
Eyefluence
Series A in 2014
Eyefluence, Inc. specializes in developing eye-interaction technology for controlling augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and mixed reality (MR) head-mounted displays (HMDs) using eye movements. Founded in 2013 and based in Reno, Nevada, the company integrates its technology with HMDs to enhance user interaction through natural eye tracking and control, leveraging a deep understanding of eye biomechanics and the eye-brain connection. Eyefluence holds a substantial intellectual property portfolio, with over 30 patents granted or pending, and collaborates with both emerging startups and established Fortune 100 companies to promote the adoption of smart glasses for various applications, including enterprise, industrial, government, and consumer sectors. The multidisciplinary team is led by experienced entrepreneurs and focuses on overcoming technical challenges to create seamless user experiences in AR, VR, and MR environments. As of late 2016, Eyefluence operates as a subsidiary of Google.
Avegant is a technology company founded in 2012 and based in Belmont, California, specializing in advanced display technology for augmented reality (AR) and mixed-reality applications. The company leverages its expertise in human vision and ergonomics of head-mounted displays to create products that facilitate realistic AR experiences. Avegant's light field display technology allows for the visualization of virtual objects at multiple focal planes, mimicking natural sight and enhancing user interaction. This innovative approach aims to transform how people learn, play, work, and connect through immersive augmented reality experiences.
Recon Instruments
Series A in 2013
Recon Instruments, an Intel company, was founded in 2008 and is the world leader in smart eyewear technology for sports and high-intensity environments. Recon’s award-winning technology is backed by an extensive patent portfolio and integrates high-contrast displays with state-of-the-art computing platforms and sensor suites. Recon’s smart eyewear technology features an Android-based operating system with an open SDK, empowering developers to create apps for an endless variety of sports and activities. Recon continues to define the smart eyewear category and is dedicated to improving athletic performance and participation in sports. Recon's Mantra: At Recon, we believe that instant information, delivered in the right context, can set us free and help us fulfill our true potential. We don’t believe in compromises. We design our products to be safe, elegant, well-balanced, and incredibly easy to use. Nothing is more important to us. Sports are a great proving ground, pushing our product designs to the limit in every respect. We carry out all aspects of product development and design in-house, from concept to final production. It’s a complex and highly multidisciplinary effort, but we believe end-to-end control of the process helps us stay true to our core principles. Our philosophy is to live the product. Every employee is also a user. We all live and breathe to drive the company’s vision, and we never get tired of breaking new ground.
Total Immersion
Series D in 2011
Total Immersion S.A. is a Paris-based company specializing in augmented reality (AR) software solutions for various sectors, including e-commerce, mobile commerce, retail, and brand marketing. Established in 1998, the company provides a range of virtual try-on solutions, such as TryLive, which allows customers to visualize products in 3D and try them virtually. Specific offerings include TryLive Eyewear for trying on glasses, TryLive Home for visualizing furniture in real environments, and TryLive Jewelry and Watches for experiencing jewelry and watches without visiting a store. Additionally, Total Immersion develops AR sales tools like TryLive Retail, designed to enhance in-store product showcasing, as well as custom AR applications. The company maintains a global presence with offices in Los Angeles, Hong Kong, and London, catering to a diverse client base seeking innovative digital imaging solutions for advertising, marketing, and interactive media.
Layar B.V., founded in 2009 and headquartered in Amsterdam, designs and develops a mobile augmented reality browser known as Layar. This application enhances the user experience by overlaying information on the camera display across various categories, such as entertainment, dining, healthcare, real estate, and tourism. Layar's platform allows for interactive digital content, including videos, music, and links to social networks, enabling brands to engage with a growing audience of technologically inclined consumers. By integrating digital experiences with the physical world, Layar aims to transform how people discover and interact with relevant information.