Lightspeed Venture Partners

Lightspeed Venture Partners is a global venture capital firm established in 1998 that focuses on investing in early-stage companies across a diverse range of sectors. The firm targets technology-led businesses as well as non-technology opportunities in areas such as advertising and media, healthcare, education, financial services, and retail. It engages in various investment stages, including seed, early-stage, later-stage, and expansion-stage financing. Lightspeed specializes in debt financing for start-ups and growth companies while also exploring opportunities in consumer, enterprise, cleantech, and other markets. The firm is known for its strategic investments in innovative sectors, including big data, bitcoin, mobile technology, and software solutions.

Vaibhav Agrawal

Associate Partner

Saqib Awan

Partner

Mercedes Bent

Partner

Akshay Bhushan

Partner

Guru Chahal

Partner

Yoni Cheifetz

Partner

Shelley Chu

Partner

James Ephrati

Partner

Gaurav Gupta

Partner

David Gussarsky

Partner

Galym Imanbayev

Partner

Nnamdi Iregbulem

Partner

Raviraj Jain

Partner

Arif Janmohamed

Partner

Ansaf Kareem

Partner

Dev Khare

Partner

Harsha Kumar

Associate Partner

Pinn Lawjindakul

Partner

Pachara Lawjindakul

Partner

Will Leas

Partner

Jeremy Liew

Partner

Jonathan MacQuitty

Venture Partner

Hemant Mohapatra

Partner

Andrew Moley

Operating Partner and CFO

Tal Morgenstern

Partner

Justin Overdorff

Partner

Nicole Quinn

General Partner

Christopher Schaepe

Co-Founder

Shan Shan

Partner

Shuvi Shrivastava

Partner

Adam Smith

Partner

Bejul Somaia

Partner

Rahul Taneja

Partner

Anoushka Vaswani

Partner

Rytis Vitkauskas

Partner

Jerry Ye

Partner, Data Platform

Connor Love

Partner

Peter Nieh

Partner and Co-Founder

John Thompson

Venture Partner

James Alcorn

Partner

Alex Taussig

Partner

Past deals in Technology

Bhanzu

Series B in 2024
Bhanzu is a math-learning platform aimed at fostering interest in math and STEM careers among students of all ages. The platform offers a carefully crafted curriculum that caters to individual learning needs, ensuring a customized educational experience. Bhanzu provides a variety of educational resources, including videos that address common challenges such as math anxiety, particularly for younger learners in grades 1 to 3. By promoting experiential learning and enhancing cognitive abilities, Bhanzu helps students improve their math skills and apply mathematical concepts in real-world situations.

Distyl

Series A in 2024
Distyl AI specializes in helping organizations enhance their readiness for artificial intelligence by developing customized AI solutions that align with their specific data, workflows, and workforce needs. The company offers a generative AI solutions platform that supports major institutions in adopting foundational models and preparing for AI integration. By collaborating with leading organizations globally, Distyl AI aims to create reliable and seamlessly integrated AI-driven services, enabling enterprises to thrive in an increasingly AI-assisted economy.

Arrcus

Venture Round in 2024
Arrcus, Inc. is a technology company based in San Jose, California, that specializes in developing closed-source operating systems for networking hardware, including switches and routers. Founded in 2016, Arrcus offers a suite of products designed to facilitate scalable infrastructure across physical, virtual, and cloud environments. Key offerings include ArcOS, a hardware-agnostic network operating system; ArcRR, a 64-bit route reflector; and ArcIQ, an analytics platform providing real-time insights for network management and troubleshooting. The company also features Arrcus VDR, an advanced routing platform, alongside solutions for IP/EVPN Clos and multi-cloud networking. Through its software, Arrcus aims to enhance connectivity among people, machines, and data, simplifying operations and management across complex network infrastructures.

Abridge

Series C in 2024
Abridge Inc. is a healthcare technology company founded in September 1999, focused on enhancing communication in medical settings through innovative tools. The company utilizes generative AI to automate the transcription and summarization of patient-clinician conversations, converting these interactions into structured clinical notes in real-time. This platform integrates seamlessly with Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems, significantly reducing the need for manual note-taking. By generating clear and understandable summaries, Abridge improves patient comprehension of medical discussions and ensures that relevant documentation is accurately recorded in patient files. Additionally, the company emphasizes data security and patient privacy, adhering to healthcare regulations while providing a customizable interface that caters to individual patient needs.

p0

Seed Round in 2024
p0 is a platform that focuses on enhancing the development process for companies in the web 3.0 space. It provides a testing infrastructure that allows businesses to create production-ready staging environments, facilitating full integration tests and bug bashes. This technology enables seamless collaboration among team members, regardless of their coding expertise, thereby simplifying the setup and operation of web 3.0 ventures. By intelligently surfacing issues in code, p0 helps developers address potential problems efficiently and effectively.

ScaleOps

Series A in 2023
ScaleOps is a platform that optimizes Kubernetes resources through real-time automation and application context awareness. It reduces cloud costs significantly while enhancing application performance and reliability in production environments. The service allows engineers to focus on critical tasks by automating resource allocation and management.

Andalusia Labs

Series A in 2023
Andalusia Labs is focused on developing essential digital infrastructure tailored for internet markets, particularly in the realm of digital assets. The company offers a comprehensive platform that includes a security solution and risk management infrastructure specifically designed for the blockchain sector. This platform facilitates the management of significant amounts of digital assets, providing innovative companies worldwide with the tools necessary to navigate the complexities of risk associated with digital transactions. Through its offerings, Andalusia Labs aims to enhance the security and efficiency of the digital asset marketplace.

Sarvam AI

Series A in 2023
Sarvam AI focuses on advancing artificial intelligence research to enhance the performance, reliability, and affordability of generative AI application development in India. The company develops sophisticated large language models tailored to the country's diverse linguistic environment, providing a user-friendly platform for creating and assessing generative AI applications. Sarvam AI emphasizes open-source collaboration, allowing businesses to leverage modern AI technology to gain a competitive advantage in their respective markets.

Sarvam AI

Seed Round in 2023
Sarvam AI focuses on advancing artificial intelligence research to enhance the performance, reliability, and affordability of generative AI application development in India. The company develops sophisticated large language models tailored to the country's diverse linguistic environment, providing a user-friendly platform for creating and assessing generative AI applications. Sarvam AI emphasizes open-source collaboration, allowing businesses to leverage modern AI technology to gain a competitive advantage in their respective markets.

Blockchain.com

Series E in 2023
Blockchain.com is a digital assets platform that enables users to buy, hold, and utilize cryptocurrency, aiming to create an accessible financial system for the internet. With over 50 million customers, the platform provides a straightforward way to engage with digital currencies, facilitating transactions, trading, and secure storage. It features a highly trafficked explorer for tracking crypto market activities and an exchange that offers a fast trading experience. Blockchain.com is committed to revolutionizing the financial services industry by enabling quick transactions without the need for costly intermediaries, while also providing real-time transaction data and analytical tools for investors and developers.

Endor Labs

Series A in 2023
Endor Labs specializes in enhancing application security by managing open-source software dependencies. The company provides a Dependency Lifecycle Management Platform designed to tackle vulnerabilities within the software supply chain, particularly the unmanaged proliferation of open-source software in enterprises. By streamlining the selection, security, and maintenance of software dependencies, Endor Labs aids developers in adopting safe open-source solutions, thereby accelerating development processes and reducing the time spent on security issues. The platform supports clients in maximizing code reuse and implementing microservices architectures, ultimately simplifying the complexities associated with software engineering.

Arrcus

Series D in 2023
Arrcus, Inc. is a technology company based in San Jose, California, that specializes in developing closed-source operating systems for networking hardware, including switches and routers. Founded in 2016, Arrcus offers a suite of products designed to facilitate scalable infrastructure across physical, virtual, and cloud environments. Key offerings include ArcOS, a hardware-agnostic network operating system; ArcRR, a 64-bit route reflector; and ArcIQ, an analytics platform providing real-time insights for network management and troubleshooting. The company also features Arrcus VDR, an advanced routing platform, alongside solutions for IP/EVPN Clos and multi-cloud networking. Through its software, Arrcus aims to enhance connectivity among people, machines, and data, simplifying operations and management across complex network infrastructures.

Officebanao

Seed Round in 2023
Officebanao provides AI-powered space planning, 3D walkthroughs, various product selections, and real-time collaboration. They also provide clients with transparency by offering a variety of product selection options at cheap prices. They are revolutionizing the journey of workplace design and implementation by expediting the process with the use of proprietary in-house technologies.

Zyod

Seed Round in 2023
Zyod is a startup that operates a business-to-business marketplace focused on apparel sourcing and manufacturing for fashion brands worldwide. The company offers a comprehensive range of end-to-end solutions that streamline the design-to-delivery process, ensuring rapid turnaround times and low minimum order quantities. Zyod employs a unique cluster-based supply chain model that extends beyond major urban centers, training local manufacturers with proprietary technology. This approach enables them to produce international-grade products that cater to the needs of global fashion brands, thereby facilitating brand success through a centralized platform that simplifies the sourcing and manufacturing process.

Strangeworks

Series A in 2023
Strangeworks, Inc. is a company based in Austin, Texas, founded in 2017, that specializes in quantum computing software. It provides a comprehensive platform designed to make quantum computing accessible to a wide range of users, including developers, IT administrators, corporations, academic institutions, and government entities. The Strangeworks QC™ platform serves as a central hub for integrating various quantum hardware and software offerings, allowing users to apply quantum computing solutions to their specific challenges and research needs. The company offers a suite of developer tools and systems management capabilities, enabling exploration, experimentation, and collaboration on quantum computing algorithms and applications while mitigating issues related to vendor lock-in and architectural uncertainties.

HealthPlix

Series C in 2023
HealthPlix is a pioneering digital health company in India that offers an AI-powered electronic medical record (EMR) platform designed to enhance healthcare delivery. The platform supports over 10,000 doctors across more than 370 cities, facilitating the treatment of over 22 million patients in various specialties. HealthPlix's technology provides clinical decision support at the point of care, particularly focusing on chronic diseases such as diabetes. The EMR system allows for personalized consultations based on individual patient histories and supports prescription generation in multiple languages, thus helping doctors transition from traditional paper-based methods to a more efficient digital approach.

Descope

Seed Round in 2023
Descope is a company that develops an authentication platform designed to enhance application security. The platform allows developers to create secure and seamless authentication processes for various applications, focusing on preserving device integrity while minimizing user friction. By enabling passwordless authentication and efficient user management with just a single line of code, Descope aims to empower businesses to leverage customer identity as a key business enabler. The company's solutions cater to the growing demand for secure user access in an increasingly digital landscape.

Arrcus

Series D in 2023
Arrcus, Inc. is a technology company based in San Jose, California, that specializes in developing closed-source operating systems for networking hardware, including switches and routers. Founded in 2016, Arrcus offers a suite of products designed to facilitate scalable infrastructure across physical, virtual, and cloud environments. Key offerings include ArcOS, a hardware-agnostic network operating system; ArcRR, a 64-bit route reflector; and ArcIQ, an analytics platform providing real-time insights for network management and troubleshooting. The company also features Arrcus VDR, an advanced routing platform, alongside solutions for IP/EVPN Clos and multi-cloud networking. Through its software, Arrcus aims to enhance connectivity among people, machines, and data, simplifying operations and management across complex network infrastructures.

Matter Labs

Series C in 2022
Matter Labs is a company that focuses on developing blockchain solutions to enhance the scalability and privacy of decentralized applications. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, the firm utilizes zero-knowledge technologies to facilitate interactions between untrusted parties on its network. By implementing zero-knowledge proofs, Matter Labs aims to accelerate public blockchain adoption and provide a more efficient alternative to existing financial systems. Their innovations are rooted in a commitment to improving access to financial services through open and transparent technology.

GlobalFair

Series A in 2022
GlobalFair is a B2B technology platform designed to streamline the procurement of building materials such as countertops, cabinets, natural stones, tiles, and vinyl flooring. It connects businesses globally to quality goods at competitive prices, offering a comprehensive suite of services that includes sourcing, organized production, price negotiation, quality inspection, technical evaluation, and cost-effective shipping. The platform enables users to place orders and track deliveries in real-time, facilitating inter-country sourcing as seamlessly as intra-country trade. By simplifying the procurement process, GlobalFair enhances reliability and efficiency for its clients.

Fidu

Seed Round in 2022
Fidu is focused on creating a digital platform designed to enhance the management of schools in Latin America. The platform aims to streamline various processes, including academic, administrative, financial, and communication tasks. By offering innovative and user-friendly technology, Fidu seeks to simplify the daily operations of educators, allowing them to better manage their institutions. The company's operating system will enable schools to efficiently handle everything from financial matters to school announcements.

Endor Labs

Seed Round in 2022
Endor Labs specializes in enhancing application security by managing open-source software dependencies. The company provides a Dependency Lifecycle Management Platform designed to tackle vulnerabilities within the software supply chain, particularly the unmanaged proliferation of open-source software in enterprises. By streamlining the selection, security, and maintenance of software dependencies, Endor Labs aids developers in adopting safe open-source solutions, thereby accelerating development processes and reducing the time spent on security issues. The platform supports clients in maximizing code reuse and implementing microservices architectures, ultimately simplifying the complexities associated with software engineering.

Bhanzu

Series A in 2022
Bhanzu is a math-learning platform aimed at fostering interest in math and STEM careers among students of all ages. The platform offers a carefully crafted curriculum that caters to individual learning needs, ensuring a customized educational experience. Bhanzu provides a variety of educational resources, including videos that address common challenges such as math anxiety, particularly for younger learners in grades 1 to 3. By promoting experiential learning and enhancing cognitive abilities, Bhanzu helps students improve their math skills and apply mathematical concepts in real-world situations.

Soda Health

Series A in 2022
Soda Health is a healthcare technology company founded in 2021 and based in Chicago, Illinois. The company focuses on addressing health inequities by leveraging social determinants of health. It offers a technology platform designed to assist individuals in identifying, accessing, and funding the resources necessary for a healthy life. By providing a system for administering and reimbursing personalized benefits, Soda Health enables customers to effectively bridge the gap between medical claims and retail payments, ultimately promoting better health outcomes.

Finix

Venture Round in 2022
Finix is a developer of a B2B payment processing platform that enables businesses to own, manage, and monetize their payment systems. The platform features a modular, workflow-driven architecture and a real-time interface that allows users to track transactions, consolidate data from various payment processors, and underwrite merchant accounts. This capability supports banks, acquirers, and enterprises in facilitating quick and secure push payments over debit cards and enables them to send money globally. By providing these tools, Finix aims to enhance the payment processing experience for its clients.

Wheelocity

Series A in 2022
Wheelocity is a supply chain network dedicated to addressing India's malnutrition issue by minimizing food waste through innovative, technology-driven solutions. Founded in 2021, the company has established itself as a leading provider of fresh supply chain solutions, processing nearly 700 tonnes of fresh food daily across a network that spans the entire country. Wheelocity aims to reshape the fresh produce market by integrating various components of the supply chain, including collection centers, distribution centers, and logistics, to create an efficient and optimized ecosystem for perishable goods such as fruits, vegetables, dairy, poultry, and meat. By leveraging advanced technologies like artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things, Wheelocity enhances transparency and efficiency in its operations, facilitating a faster and more sustainable process for delivering food from farms to consumers. Ultimately, the company’s mission is to eliminate food waste and combat hunger through effective management of supply chain resources.

Pepper

Series A in 2022
Pepper is a multifaceted company that operates as a content-mediation platform, connecting skilled writers with organizations in need of customized content solutions. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, Pepper facilitates the demand and supply chain of content services, allowing businesses to efficiently find suitable content creators for their marketing activities. In addition to its content services, Pepper is developing a suite of nutrition APIs designed to assist health, food, insurance, and technology companies in enhancing user experiences and making informed business decisions. The company also empowers individuals to manage their nutrition at home through its personalized kitchen technology solutions.

CenoBots (Cenozoic Robotics)

Series A in 2022
Cenozoic Robotics is a global leading provider for the cleaning industry. Founded in 2021, Cenozoic Robotics is headquartered in Singapore with offices in Hong Kong and Hangzhou. Employing knowledge and experience in L4 autonomous driving technology, the Cenozoic team realized the potential to provide customers with faster service and higher quality products than currently on the world market. With this goal in mind, Michael Wang, the founder and the CEO of Cenozoic Robotics, and his team established the company and entered the cleaning industry dedicated to renewing cleaning services with state-of-the-art technologies. Up to now, Cenozoic robots have been deployed at multiple sites in Singapore, Japan, and South Korea.

Zeera

Series B in 2022
Zeera is a mental healthcare company founded in 2019 by Ariela Safira, based in New York. The company focuses on providing a digital platform and in-person experiences aimed at enhancing mental wellness through a member-centered therapy model that is both affordable and effective. Zeera offers a monthly membership that includes on-demand, therapist-created tools and resources designed to assist users in managing experiences such as burnout. The platform emphasizes empathy and design, enabling individuals to access research-based therapy tools that encourage reflection and actionable steps for mental well-being. In addition to its mental health services, Zeera also caters to tech enthusiasts with accessories and gadgets compatible with Apple products, and embraces the cultural richness of Indian cuisine through authentic recipes and dining experiences for vegan and vegetarian customers.

Blockchain.com

Series D in 2022
Blockchain.com is a digital assets platform that enables users to buy, hold, and utilize cryptocurrency, aiming to create an accessible financial system for the internet. With over 50 million customers, the platform provides a straightforward way to engage with digital currencies, facilitating transactions, trading, and secure storage. It features a highly trafficked explorer for tracking crypto market activities and an exchange that offers a fast trading experience. Blockchain.com is committed to revolutionizing the financial services industry by enabling quick transactions without the need for costly intermediaries, while also providing real-time transaction data and analytical tools for investors and developers.

Fonbnk

Seed Round in 2022
Fonbnk Inc. operates as a distributed finance company focused on enhancing financial inclusion in emerging markets. By leveraging its extensive network of prepaid mobile accounts, Fonbnk allows users to convert airtime into digital currency, providing access to the global digital economy for individuals who are unbanked. The company combines mobile technology with Web3 innovations to facilitate seamless dollarized micropayments for digital goods and services, catering to global merchants seeking to reach underserved markets. Fonbnk's infrastructure supports stablecoin access across major blockchain protocols, positioning it as a key player in driving digital finance growth. Additionally, its no-code and low-code dApps and APIs enable local developers to easily integrate Web3 solutions, further simplifying digital transactions. By connecting a vast ecosystem of users, retailers, and agents, Fonbnk is effectively narrowing the digital divide and making digital financial services accessible to a broader audience.

MDClone

Series C in 2022
MDClone Ltd. is a company that specializes in developing software for analyzing medical records while ensuring the privacy of patient data. Founded in 2016 and based in Beersheba, Israel, MDClone's platform generates synthetic medical records for fictitious patients, which allows researchers to study disease behavior, healthcare practices, and treatment outcomes without exposing actual patient information. The MDClone ADAMS Platform provides a self-service data analytics environment that facilitates exploration, discovery, and collaboration across healthcare systems, both nationally and internationally. This innovative approach addresses common barriers in healthcare by enabling users to organize and access data efficiently, thereby improving operations and enhancing patient outcomes. MDClone serves various clients in the healthcare sector, including major health systems, payers, and life sciences organizations in the United States, Canada, and Israel.

Cohere Technologies

Series D in 2022
Cohere Technologies Inc. is a technology company specializing in wireless bandwidth applications, headquartered in Santa Clara, California. Founded in 2010, the company has developed a software solution that enhances the performance of mobile and wireless networks, specifically for 4G and 5G systems. Its innovative orthogonal time frequency and space (OTFS) modulation scheme addresses limitations in current technologies, such as TDMA and OFDM, to increase bandwidth and throughput. Additionally, Cohere Technologies is recognized as a pioneer in software-enhanced networks and is working towards solutions compliant with future 6G standards. Their offerings include spectrum multiplier software that improves channel detection, estimation, and precoding, thereby enhancing user experience and meeting the growing demand for wireless connectivity.

Thunkable

Series B in 2022
Thunkable is a U.S.-based company that offers a platform for users to create mobile applications without extensive coding knowledge. Originating from MIT's App Inventor and participating in YCombinator's W2016 batch, Thunkable provides a free drag-and-drop interface that simplifies the app development process. Users can design applications using built-in templates and make real-time changes, which can be instantly previewed on their devices through the Thunkable mobile app. The platform supports automatic formatting for deployment across major operating systems, including Android and iOS, enabling individuals to build and publish native apps efficiently. By eliminating the need for large development tools or complex coding, Thunkable empowers users to create functional applications easily and share them directly with others or upload them to app stores.

Wheel

Series C in 2022
Wheel is a healthcare technology company that brings together the tech infrastructure and clinicians to power virtual care and telehealth. It provides companies and clinicians with everything they need to deliver care virtually. Today, Wheel powers virtual-first care for the most forward-thinking organizations in healthcare — including digital health companies, clinical lab networks, retailers, and tech companies. Wheel was founded in January 2018 by Michelle Davey and Griffin Mulcahey.

Apex.AI

Series B in 2021
Apex.AI, Inc. is a software company that focuses on developing solutions for autonomous mobility systems, particularly self-driving vehicles. Founded in 2017 and based in Palo Alto, California, the company offers Apex.OS, a software framework that simplifies the complexity of hardware and software integration through user-friendly APIs. Additionally, Apex.AI provides Apex.Autonomy, which is tailored for safety-critical applications, and MARV.Automotive, a versatile data management platform that facilitates data transfer between vehicles and the cloud. This platform allows for advanced analytics, data introspection, and team collaboration. Apex.AI's software products leverage open-source technologies, enabling developers to create secure and efficient applications for autonomous vehicles.

Buf

Series B in 2021
Buf is a technology company that specializes in enhancing the management and development of Protocol Buffers APIs throughout their lifecycle. The company offers tools that simplify the creation and distribution of consistent APIs, enabling teams to effectively collaborate whether they are developing new APIs for key customers or utilizing existing ones from other teams. Buf's solutions assist users in linting and identifying breaking changes in schema evolution, ensuring compatibility and safeguarding the integrity of their data structures. By managing various protocols within an organization, Buf allows companies to avoid the complexities of reinventing language-neutral, platform-neutral mechanisms for serializing structured data, thus enabling them to concentrate on their core competencies while maintaining compliance with design standards.

Stori

Series C in 2021
Stori is a digital financial platform that aims to enhance financial inclusion for middle- and emerging middle-class customers. By leveraging advanced technology and artificial intelligence, Stori provides access to digital credit cards and a range of other financial products, including credit, deposit, investment, and payment services, all through a unified mobile application. The platform is designed to simplify and secure financial management, empowering users to borrow, save, and invest in one convenient location. Stori's mission is to serve underserved customers and promote greater accessibility to essential financial services.

LeapYear

Venture Round in 2021
LeapYear specializes in developing technology that allows enterprises to harness the value of sensitive data while ensuring its security. The company's platform employs differential privacy, a proven mathematical standard, to facilitate the use of data for machine learning without risking exposure or exploitation. By integrating advanced techniques in machine learning and cryptography, LeapYear enables organizations to analyze and monetize previously restricted data sources. It has established partnerships with major companies across various sectors, including financial services, healthcare, technology, and insurance, to support the secure combination and analysis of siloed information.

Freight Tiger

Venture Round in 2021
Freight Tiger is a provider of a digital freight network aimed at simplifying and enhancing logistics operations. The company's software integrates location intelligence, management, and fulfillment visibility, allowing logistics service providers and transportation companies to optimize truck usage and improve payment cycles. By offering a comprehensive platform for freight transactions and payments, Freight Tiger seeks to improve the efficiency and transparency of the logistics supply chain, ultimately benefiting individual workers and logistics managers alike.

Holo

Series B in 2021
Holo, Inc. is a company that specializes in the design and manufacturing of 3D printed parts using metals, ceramics, and composite materials. Founded in 2017 and based in Oakland, California, Holo employs a patented additive manufacturing technology that utilizes a flexible polymer binder platform compatible with various materials, including copper and technical ceramics. The company’s innovative 3D photolithographic process allows for the simultaneous exposure of eight million voxels, enabling the creation of intricate geometries that are chemically processed and sintered to produce high-quality finished parts. Holo's technology is particularly suited for complex applications requiring advanced performance characteristics.

Forage

Series B in 2021
Forage (formerly InsideSherpa) partners with leading companies to deliver free open-access training courses for candidates. Any candidate can enroll in the company-backed courses to build career skills, visibility, and experience. The platform runs on various virtual training courses including with KPMG, Goldman Sachs, Microsoft, GE, BCG, JPMorgan Chase & Co., Citi, Deloitte, Accenture, and others. There are +1 million students in the Forage ecosystem.

Snorkel AI

Series C in 2021
Snorkel AI, Inc. is a company that develops a comprehensive machine-learning platform designed to facilitate the creation, management, and monitoring of AI applications. Its primary offering, Snorkel Flow, allows users to programmatically label and augment training data, manage and integrate various datasets, and deploy machine learning models, while also providing tools for data analysis and monitoring. The platform is particularly effective in extracting structured information from complex documents and forms, as well as ranking content based on relevance. Founded in 2016 and based in Palo Alto, California, Snorkel AI serves a diverse range of industries, including finance, government, telecommunications, insurance, healthcare, and e-commerce. The technology was developed at Stanford AI Lab and employs innovative methods such as weak supervision to enhance data preparation, thereby streamlining the AI development process for enterprises.

Netskope

Venture Round in 2021
Netskope, Inc. is a cloud application analytics and policy company that offers a comprehensive software-as-a-service platform aimed at securing data and users across various environments. Its primary offering, Netskope Security Cloud, provides visibility and real-time protection against threats when accessing cloud services, websites, and private applications. The platform employs a unique approach that allows for granular control of cloud application usage, enabling organizations to monitor user activities and secure sensitive information without the need for traditional restrictive measures. Additionally, Netskope operates NewEdge, a global security private cloud network that enhances security without compromising performance. The company also provides a Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB) to manage cloud application use, along with a cloud-based web security solution designed to prevent malware and detect advanced threats. Serving a range of industries, including finance, healthcare, and retail, Netskope focuses on promoting good digital citizenship while supporting organizations in their digital transformation efforts. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, Netskope has data centers across multiple countries to meet global security needs.

Noname Security

Series B in 2021
Noname Security is a cybersecurity company founded in 2020 and based in Palo Alto, California. It specializes in providing security solutions specifically designed to protect application programming interfaces (APIs) from various threats, including data leakage, authorization issues, and misuse. The company's platform enables enterprises to gain visibility and secure both managed and unmanaged APIs without the need for agents or network modifications. Noname Security's offerings include real-time protection, vulnerability detection, and misconfiguration identification, which enhance security beyond traditional methods such as API gateways and load balancers. By focusing on comprehensive API security, Noname Security aims to address the growing concerns surrounding data integrity and application security in modern digital environments.

Moveworks

Series C in 2021
Moveworks, Inc. develops a cloud-based AI platform that assists enterprises in resolving IT support issues for their employees. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, with an additional office in Culver City, the company offers an AI assistant that automates various tasks, such as ordering hardware, raising software requests, and managing ticket statuses. Utilizing a conversational interface, Moveworks interprets complex employee requests and executes multi-step processes, adapting based on previous interactions. Its technology is employed by organizations like Databricks, Broadcom, Hearst, and Palo Alto Networks to enhance productivity, streamline workflows, and improve information retrieval across enterprise systems. The platform integrates with chat applications, such as Slack, to provide seamless user experiences and automatic solutions.

YourBase

Seed Round in 2021
YourBase, Inc. is a software development platform based in Redmond, Washington, founded in 2017. The company offers a solution aimed at accelerating software testing and development, particularly for large code bases. Its platform scans the code, records system calls, and builds a dependency graph to eliminate redundancies and streamline the workflow. By leveraging this data, YourBase enables clients to achieve safe incremental continuous integration builds, thereby enhancing the efficiency of their software development processes.

Arrcus

Venture Round in 2021
Arrcus, Inc. is a technology company based in San Jose, California, that specializes in developing closed-source operating systems for networking hardware, including switches and routers. Founded in 2016, Arrcus offers a suite of products designed to facilitate scalable infrastructure across physical, virtual, and cloud environments. Key offerings include ArcOS, a hardware-agnostic network operating system; ArcRR, a 64-bit route reflector; and ArcIQ, an analytics platform providing real-time insights for network management and troubleshooting. The company also features Arrcus VDR, an advanced routing platform, alongside solutions for IP/EVPN Clos and multi-cloud networking. Through its software, Arrcus aims to enhance connectivity among people, machines, and data, simplifying operations and management across complex network infrastructures.

Wheel

Series B in 2021
Wheel is a healthcare technology company that brings together the tech infrastructure and clinicians to power virtual care and telehealth. It provides companies and clinicians with everything they need to deliver care virtually. Today, Wheel powers virtual-first care for the most forward-thinking organizations in healthcare — including digital health companies, clinical lab networks, retailers, and tech companies. Wheel was founded in January 2018 by Michelle Davey and Griffin Mulcahey.

Snorkel AI

Series B in 2021
Snorkel AI, Inc. is a company that develops a comprehensive machine-learning platform designed to facilitate the creation, management, and monitoring of AI applications. Its primary offering, Snorkel Flow, allows users to programmatically label and augment training data, manage and integrate various datasets, and deploy machine learning models, while also providing tools for data analysis and monitoring. The platform is particularly effective in extracting structured information from complex documents and forms, as well as ranking content based on relevance. Founded in 2016 and based in Palo Alto, California, Snorkel AI serves a diverse range of industries, including finance, government, telecommunications, insurance, healthcare, and e-commerce. The technology was developed at Stanford AI Lab and employs innovative methods such as weak supervision to enhance data preparation, thereby streamlining the AI development process for enterprises.

Zeera

Series A in 2021
Zeera is a mental healthcare company founded in 2019 by Ariela Safira, based in New York. The company focuses on providing a digital platform and in-person experiences aimed at enhancing mental wellness through a member-centered therapy model that is both affordable and effective. Zeera offers a monthly membership that includes on-demand, therapist-created tools and resources designed to assist users in managing experiences such as burnout. The platform emphasizes empathy and design, enabling individuals to access research-based therapy tools that encourage reflection and actionable steps for mental well-being. In addition to its mental health services, Zeera also caters to tech enthusiasts with accessories and gadgets compatible with Apple products, and embraces the cultural richness of Indian cuisine through authentic recipes and dining experiences for vegan and vegetarian customers.

HealthPlix

Series B in 2021
HealthPlix is a pioneering digital health company in India that offers an AI-powered electronic medical record (EMR) platform designed to enhance healthcare delivery. The platform supports over 10,000 doctors across more than 370 cities, facilitating the treatment of over 22 million patients in various specialties. HealthPlix's technology provides clinical decision support at the point of care, particularly focusing on chronic diseases such as diabetes. The EMR system allows for personalized consultations based on individual patient histories and supports prescription generation in multiple languages, thus helping doctors transition from traditional paper-based methods to a more efficient digital approach.

Greenwood

Series A in 2021
Greenwood is a financial technology firm based in Atlanta, Georgia, that operates a digital banking platform aimed at serving Black and Latinx individuals and business owners. Founded in 2020, Greenwood offers a range of financial services, including savings and spending accounts, mobile deposits, peer-to-peer transfers, and early payroll access. The platform emphasizes community reinvestment and provides access to a global network of automated teller machines. With a commitment to innovative banking solutions, Greenwood also features a distinctively designed black metal debit card for its customers.

Blockchain.com

Series C in 2021
Blockchain.com is a digital assets platform that enables users to buy, hold, and utilize cryptocurrency, aiming to create an accessible financial system for the internet. With over 50 million customers, the platform provides a straightforward way to engage with digital currencies, facilitating transactions, trading, and secure storage. It features a highly trafficked explorer for tracking crypto market activities and an exchange that offers a fast trading experience. Blockchain.com is committed to revolutionizing the financial services industry by enabling quick transactions without the need for costly intermediaries, while also providing real-time transaction data and analytical tools for investors and developers.

MetaX

Seed Round in 2021
Muxi is dedicated to providing full-stack GPU chips and heterogeneous computing solutions that can be widely used in cutting-edge fields such as artificial intelligence, smart cities, data centers, cloud computing, autonomous driving, digital twins, metaverse, and so on. It builds full-stack GPU chip products, launching MXN series GPUs (Xi Si) for AI reasoning, MXC series GPUs (Xi Yun) for AI training and general computing, and MXG series GPUs (Xi Cai) for graphics rendering, Meet the computing power requirements of data centers for "high energy efficiency" and "high versatility". Mu Xi's products all use independently developed GPU IP, have instruction sets and architectures with completely independent intellectual property rights, and are outfitted with a complete software stack (MACAMACA) compatible with mainstream GPU ecosystems. In September 2020, the company was founded in Shanghai, and it has wholly-owned subsidiaries and R&D centers in Beijing, Nanjing, Chengdu, Hangzhou, Shenzhen, and Wuhan.

Stori

Series B in 2021
Stori is a digital financial platform that aims to enhance financial inclusion for middle- and emerging middle-class customers. By leveraging advanced technology and artificial intelligence, Stori provides access to digital credit cards and a range of other financial products, including credit, deposit, investment, and payment services, all through a unified mobile application. The platform is designed to simplify and secure financial management, empowering users to borrow, save, and invest in one convenient location. Stori's mission is to serve underserved customers and promote greater accessibility to essential financial services.

Blockchain.com

Venture Round in 2021
Blockchain.com is a digital assets platform that enables users to buy, hold, and utilize cryptocurrency, aiming to create an accessible financial system for the internet. With over 50 million customers, the platform provides a straightforward way to engage with digital currencies, facilitating transactions, trading, and secure storage. It features a highly trafficked explorer for tracking crypto market activities and an exchange that offers a fast trading experience. Blockchain.com is committed to revolutionizing the financial services industry by enabling quick transactions without the need for costly intermediaries, while also providing real-time transaction data and analytical tools for investors and developers.

DataFleets

Seed Round in 2020
DataFleets Ltd. is a data analytics software company headquartered in Palo Alto, California, founded in 2018. It specializes in developing a privacy-preserving data engine that unifies distributed data for efficient access and agile analytics. The platform enables data scientists and developers to create analytics, machine learning models, and applications on sensitive data sets without direct access to the data itself. This is achieved through a "data fleet," which incorporates advanced techniques such as federated computation, transfer learning, encryption, and differential privacy to ensure data protection. DataFleets aims to help organizations navigate the balance between data privacy and innovation, allowing them to comply with data protection standards while advancing their data science initiatives. The company also offers a web-based notebook editor for hypothesis testing, further enhancing its analytics capabilities.

Pepper

Series A in 2020
Pepper is a multifaceted company that operates as a content-mediation platform, connecting skilled writers with organizations in need of customized content solutions. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, Pepper facilitates the demand and supply chain of content services, allowing businesses to efficiently find suitable content creators for their marketing activities. In addition to its content services, Pepper is developing a suite of nutrition APIs designed to assist health, food, insurance, and technology companies in enhancing user experiences and making informed business decisions. The company also empowers individuals to manage their nutrition at home through its personalized kitchen technology solutions.

Lark

Series C in 2020
Lark is a developer of a virtual chronic disease prevention and management platform that offers personalized support and counseling to users. Utilizing advanced artificial intelligence alongside human coaches and connected devices, Lark provides real-time, 24/7 assistance, helping individuals make healthier choices and manage chronic conditions effectively. The company has established CDC-recognized programs, including its Diabetes Prevention Program, Wellness Program, Diabetes Care Program, and Hypertension Program, which collectively serve 1.5 million users. These initiatives have shown clinically validated improvements in health outcomes, as documented in 11 peer-reviewed journals and analyst reports. Founded in 2011 by Julia Hu and Jeff Zira, Lark is headquartered in Mountain View, California.

Buf

Seed Round in 2020
Buf is a technology company that specializes in enhancing the management and development of Protocol Buffers APIs throughout their lifecycle. The company offers tools that simplify the creation and distribution of consistent APIs, enabling teams to effectively collaborate whether they are developing new APIs for key customers or utilizing existing ones from other teams. Buf's solutions assist users in linting and identifying breaking changes in schema evolution, ensuring compatibility and safeguarding the integrity of their data structures. By managing various protocols within an organization, Buf allows companies to avoid the complexities of reinventing language-neutral, platform-neutral mechanisms for serializing structured data, thus enabling them to concentrate on their core competencies while maintaining compliance with design standards.

Forage

Series A in 2020
Forage (formerly InsideSherpa) partners with leading companies to deliver free open-access training courses for candidates. Any candidate can enroll in the company-backed courses to build career skills, visibility, and experience. The platform runs on various virtual training courses including with KPMG, Goldman Sachs, Microsoft, GE, BCG, JPMorgan Chase & Co., Citi, Deloitte, Accenture, and others. There are +1 million students in the Forage ecosystem.

Finix

Series B in 2020
Finix is a developer of a B2B payment processing platform that enables businesses to own, manage, and monetize their payment systems. The platform features a modular, workflow-driven architecture and a real-time interface that allows users to track transactions, consolidate data from various payment processors, and underwrite merchant accounts. This capability supports banks, acquirers, and enterprises in facilitating quick and secure push payments over debit cards and enables them to send money globally. By providing these tools, Finix aims to enhance the payment processing experience for its clients.

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.

NextBillion.ai

Series A in 2020
NextBillion.ai specializes in providing AI-driven hyperlocal solutions, with a primary focus on enhancing mapping technology. The company develops a spatial data platform that assists enterprises in managing location data and adopting an AI-first approach across various applications and regions. Targeting complex markets such as India, Indonesia, and Nigeria, NextBillion.ai addresses challenges posed by underdeveloped infrastructure, intricate address systems, and dynamic road networks. By combining data, artificial intelligence, and innovative technology, the company empowers clients to optimize routing, scheduling, and dispatch processes, ultimately enabling them to overcome intricate location-based problems and enhance user experiences.

Magic

Seed Round in 2020
Magic is a wallet-as-a-service provider that helps businesses onboard users into web3 with instant non-custodial wallet creation. It uses email or social logins, while removing the need for seed phrases and browser extensions - making it indistinguishable from standard web2 experiences that everyday users are accustomed to. Magic offers features for end-to-end web3 onboarding including authentication, fiat onramps, NFT Minting and NFT Checkout. Its solutions are trusted by top brands in web2 and web3, including Mattel, Macy's, Xsolla, Immutable, and more. The company's solution makes use of a plug-and-play kit and blockchain infrastructure to enable individuals to build applications with quick, customized, password-less login with just a few lines of code, allowing developers to include password-less authentication in their applications.

Netskope

Series G in 2020
Netskope, Inc. is a cloud application analytics and policy company that offers a comprehensive software-as-a-service platform aimed at securing data and users across various environments. Its primary offering, Netskope Security Cloud, provides visibility and real-time protection against threats when accessing cloud services, websites, and private applications. The platform employs a unique approach that allows for granular control of cloud application usage, enabling organizations to monitor user activities and secure sensitive information without the need for traditional restrictive measures. Additionally, Netskope operates NewEdge, a global security private cloud network that enhances security without compromising performance. The company also provides a Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB) to manage cloud application use, along with a cloud-based web security solution designed to prevent malware and detect advanced threats. Serving a range of industries, including finance, healthcare, and retail, Netskope focuses on promoting good digital citizenship while supporting organizations in their digital transformation efforts. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, Netskope has data centers across multiple countries to meet global security needs.

Teller

Seed Round in 2020
Teller, Inc. is a London-based company that specializes in providing a banking API designed for seamless integration with users' existing bank accounts. Founded in 2019, Teller enables developers to create applications that facilitate online banking and payments by connecting consumers with their financial institutions. The company's suite of technical infrastructure APIs allows users to access their bank account details, view historical transactions, verify identities, and perform money transfers and payments. This functionality aims to simplify the online financial transaction process, making it more reliable and efficient for users regardless of their banking provider.

Moveworks

Series B in 2019
Moveworks, Inc. develops a cloud-based AI platform that assists enterprises in resolving IT support issues for their employees. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, with an additional office in Culver City, the company offers an AI assistant that automates various tasks, such as ordering hardware, raising software requests, and managing ticket statuses. Utilizing a conversational interface, Moveworks interprets complex employee requests and executes multi-step processes, adapting based on previous interactions. Its technology is employed by organizations like Databricks, Broadcom, Hearst, and Palo Alto Networks to enhance productivity, streamline workflows, and improve information retrieval across enterprise systems. The platform integrates with chat applications, such as Slack, to provide seamless user experiences and automatic solutions.

Cognicept Systems

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Cognicept Systems specializes in providing hybrid robotics AI through its Smart+ telerobotic intervention technology and remote robot pilots. The company focuses on enhancing the reliability of robotic systems by offering a remote intervention operating system that addresses common challenges associated with autonomous robotics in unpredictable environments. Its platform facilitates autonomy for robots operating in unstructured settings, allowing clients to manage tasks efficiently and reliably. By offering supervised autonomy tools and services, Cognicept enables easier and more economical deployment of robots, bridging the gap between technological capabilities and customer needs. These resources are particularly beneficial during the prototyping and testing phases of robotics development, helping teams avoid the complexities of developing such tools in-house.

Freewill

Seed Round in 2019
Freewill is a beauty company that specializes in personalized hair care products. It creates and custom hair products based on each individual’s unique requirements, lifestyle, and environmental conditions. Its system analyzes the response and creates a product that has the power to solve hair problems and fulfill all hair goals. Its proprietary algorithm analyzes over 1.7 billion formulations to create exclusive, custom-made formulas for each user from up to 68 high-impact ingredients. It was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Jaipur, India.

Hevo Data

Seed Round in 2019
Hevo Data Inc. is a software-as-a-service company specializing in data integration services. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Bengaluru, India, Hevo offers a platform that allows users to connect and transfer data from diverse sources, including databases, cloud storage, cloud applications, and streaming services. The platform also facilitates the analysis of data across various formats and silos. Hevo Data serves a wide range of industries, including fintech, hospitality, e-commerce, healthcare, and edtech, among others. The company's automated data pipeline solutions are designed to simplify and enhance data management for organizations.

Terminal

Series B in 2019
Terminal Inc. specializes in talent solutions, focusing on the recruitment, onboarding, and management of remote global tech teams. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company also has offices in Kitchener, Montreal, Vancouver, Canada, and Jailsco, Mexico. Terminal offers a comprehensive suite of services that includes talent acquisition, operational support, and market insights, enabling businesses to scale efficiently. Additionally, the company develops and manages workspaces and provides operational and legal support, encompassing human resources, benefits, payroll, and stock option administration services. Through its expertise, Terminal fosters a connected tech community to support the growth of engineering teams worldwide.

Calm

Secondary Market in 2019
Calm is a company that focuses on improving mental well-being through its meditation and relaxation application. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company aims to make the world happier and healthier by addressing significant mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, insomnia, and stress. Its application offers a variety of original audio content, including stories and programs, designed to help users reduce anxiety and promote a calm lifestyle. Calm has received notable recognition, being named the 2017 iPhone App of the Year by Apple and an Editors’ Choice by Google Play in 2018. Through its digital and physical products, Calm seeks to enhance mental fitness and support users in overcoming stress for a healthier life.

MDClone

Series B in 2019
MDClone Ltd. is a company that specializes in developing software for analyzing medical records while ensuring the privacy of patient data. Founded in 2016 and based in Beersheba, Israel, MDClone's platform generates synthetic medical records for fictitious patients, which allows researchers to study disease behavior, healthcare practices, and treatment outcomes without exposing actual patient information. The MDClone ADAMS Platform provides a self-service data analytics environment that facilitates exploration, discovery, and collaboration across healthcare systems, both nationally and internationally. This innovative approach addresses common barriers in healthcare by enabling users to organize and access data efficiently, thereby improving operations and enhancing patient outcomes. MDClone serves various clients in the healthcare sector, including major health systems, payers, and life sciences organizations in the United States, Canada, and Israel.

Arrcus

Series B in 2019
Arrcus, Inc. is a technology company based in San Jose, California, that specializes in developing closed-source operating systems for networking hardware, including switches and routers. Founded in 2016, Arrcus offers a suite of products designed to facilitate scalable infrastructure across physical, virtual, and cloud environments. Key offerings include ArcOS, a hardware-agnostic network operating system; ArcRR, a 64-bit route reflector; and ArcIQ, an analytics platform providing real-time insights for network management and troubleshooting. The company also features Arrcus VDR, an advanced routing platform, alongside solutions for IP/EVPN Clos and multi-cloud networking. Through its software, Arrcus aims to enhance connectivity among people, machines, and data, simplifying operations and management across complex network infrastructures.

Freight Tiger

Venture Round in 2019
Freight Tiger is a provider of a digital freight network aimed at simplifying and enhancing logistics operations. The company's software integrates location intelligence, management, and fulfillment visibility, allowing logistics service providers and transportation companies to optimize truck usage and improve payment cycles. By offering a comprehensive platform for freight transactions and payments, Freight Tiger seeks to improve the efficiency and transparency of the logistics supply chain, ultimately benefiting individual workers and logistics managers alike.

Calm

Series B in 2019
Calm is a company that focuses on improving mental well-being through its meditation and relaxation application. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company aims to make the world happier and healthier by addressing significant mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, insomnia, and stress. Its application offers a variety of original audio content, including stories and programs, designed to help users reduce anxiety and promote a calm lifestyle. Calm has received notable recognition, being named the 2017 iPhone App of the Year by Apple and an Editors’ Choice by Google Play in 2018. Through its digital and physical products, Calm seeks to enhance mental fitness and support users in overcoming stress for a healthier life.

Aurora

Series B in 2019
Aurora is a self-driving vehicle company providing a platform that brings software and data services to operate passenger vehicles. To move both people and goods, the company develops Aurora Driver, a platform that brings together software, hardware, and data services to operate passenger vehicles, light commercial vehicles, and heavy-duty trucks. Aurora is backed by Amazon and Sequoia, among others, and partners with industry leaders including Toyota, Uber, Volvo, and Paccar. Aurora tests its vehicles in the Bay Area, Pittsburgh, and Dallas. The company has offices in those areas as well as in Bozeman, MT; Seattle, WA; Louisville, CO; and Wixom, MI.

LeapYear

Series B in 2019
LeapYear specializes in developing technology that allows enterprises to harness the value of sensitive data while ensuring its security. The company's platform employs differential privacy, a proven mathematical standard, to facilitate the use of data for machine learning without risking exposure or exploitation. By integrating advanced techniques in machine learning and cryptography, LeapYear enables organizations to analyze and monetize previously restricted data sources. It has established partnerships with major companies across various sectors, including financial services, healthcare, technology, and insurance, to support the secure combination and analysis of siloed information.

Moveworks

Series A in 2019
Moveworks, Inc. develops a cloud-based AI platform that assists enterprises in resolving IT support issues for their employees. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, with an additional office in Culver City, the company offers an AI assistant that automates various tasks, such as ordering hardware, raising software requests, and managing ticket statuses. Utilizing a conversational interface, Moveworks interprets complex employee requests and executes multi-step processes, adapting based on previous interactions. Its technology is employed by organizations like Databricks, Broadcom, Hearst, and Palo Alto Networks to enhance productivity, streamline workflows, and improve information retrieval across enterprise systems. The platform integrates with chat applications, such as Slack, to provide seamless user experiences and automatic solutions.

Holo

Seed Round in 2019
Holo, Inc. is a company that specializes in the design and manufacturing of 3D printed parts using metals, ceramics, and composite materials. Founded in 2017 and based in Oakland, California, Holo employs a patented additive manufacturing technology that utilizes a flexible polymer binder platform compatible with various materials, including copper and technical ceramics. The company’s innovative 3D photolithographic process allows for the simultaneous exposure of eight million voxels, enabling the creation of intricate geometries that are chemically processed and sintered to produce high-quality finished parts. Holo's technology is particularly suited for complex applications requiring advanced performance characteristics.

SleepSpace

Venture Round in 2018
SleepSpace is a pioneering technology company that has developed the first Sleep Operating System, aimed at enhancing sleep quality through innovative integration of sound, vibration, and light in the smart bedroom. Its platform accurately measures sleep patterns, offering superior insights compared to traditional wearables, and is compatible with various popular devices such as Apple Watch and Oura. SleepSpace's proprietary nearable sleep sensing technology transforms smartphones into smart beds, providing valuable data for coaches and clinicians to deliver tailored sleep interventions. The platform not only facilitates clinical sleep programs but also combines objective device data with users' subjective sleep experiences. Additionally, SleepSpace has successfully partnered with leading mattress brands, hotels, and corporate wellness initiatives, while securing over $3.5 million in grants from the NIH to support its mission of improving sleep health.

Alpaca

Seed Round in 2018
Alpaca is a developer-focused financial technology platform that provides an embedded brokerage infrastructure for accessing financial markets through modern application programming interfaces (APIs). The platform enables users to trade stocks and cryptocurrencies, offering real-time market data and tools for algorithmic trading. With its developer-friendly approach, Alpaca supports a wide range of applications and businesses worldwide, attracting tens of thousands of developers who utilize its services to create and enhance investing applications. The company has raised over $100 million in funding from prominent investors, reflecting its strong position in the financial technology landscape.

Apex.AI

Series A in 2018
Apex.AI, Inc. is a software company that focuses on developing solutions for autonomous mobility systems, particularly self-driving vehicles. Founded in 2017 and based in Palo Alto, California, the company offers Apex.OS, a software framework that simplifies the complexity of hardware and software integration through user-friendly APIs. Additionally, Apex.AI provides Apex.Autonomy, which is tailored for safety-critical applications, and MARV.Automotive, a versatile data management platform that facilitates data transfer between vehicles and the cloud. This platform allows for advanced analytics, data introspection, and team collaboration. Apex.AI's software products leverage open-source technologies, enabling developers to create secure and efficient applications for autonomous vehicles.

Epic Games

Venture Round in 2018
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.

BASIS Science

Venture Round in 2018
At Basis our mission is to help fit health into our busy lives. We designed our wrist-based health tracker and online personal dashboard to help you easily incorporate healthy habits into your daily routine. Basis leverages four types of advanced sensors in its lightweight, customizable design to calculate steps taken, calories burned and sleep quality, as well as physiological metrics like heart rate. We help you set new health goals and automatically adjust weekly targets based on your progress. Using this flexible approach you’ll build healthy habits you can maintain for years. Basis Science, Inc. is backed by Norwest Venture Partners and Doll Capital Management.

Illumix

Seed Round in 2018
Illumix is a technology and gaming studio focused on enhancing augmented reality (AR) experiences. The company develops foundational capabilities and user interactions that facilitate the creation of dynamic AR games. By integrating advanced technologies with gaming practices and research in computer vision, Illumix supports game developers in crafting interactive experiences that respond to real-time environmental changes. This innovative approach not only improves the quality of AR content but also expands its applications across entertainment venues and marketing campaigns, ensuring that users engage with immersive digital experiences.

Strangeworks

Seed Round in 2018
Strangeworks, Inc. is a company based in Austin, Texas, founded in 2017, that specializes in quantum computing software. It provides a comprehensive platform designed to make quantum computing accessible to a wide range of users, including developers, IT administrators, corporations, academic institutions, and government entities. The Strangeworks QC™ platform serves as a central hub for integrating various quantum hardware and software offerings, allowing users to apply quantum computing solutions to their specific challenges and research needs. The company offers a suite of developer tools and systems management capabilities, enabling exploration, experimentation, and collaboration on quantum computing algorithms and applications while mitigating issues related to vendor lock-in and architectural uncertainties.

Thunkable

Venture Round in 2018
Thunkable is a U.S.-based company that offers a platform for users to create mobile applications without extensive coding knowledge. Originating from MIT's App Inventor and participating in YCombinator's W2016 batch, Thunkable provides a free drag-and-drop interface that simplifies the app development process. Users can design applications using built-in templates and make real-time changes, which can be instantly previewed on their devices through the Thunkable mobile app. The platform supports automatic formatting for deployment across major operating systems, including Android and iOS, enabling individuals to build and publish native apps efficiently. By eliminating the need for large development tools or complex coding, Thunkable empowers users to create functional applications easily and share them directly with others or upload them to app stores.

Phase Four

Seed Round in 2018
Phase Four LLC is a manufacturer of satellite propulsion systems based in Pasadena, California, founded in 2015. The company specializes in electric propulsion for small satellites, offering innovative products such as the CubeSats ambipolar thruster and the Maxwell plasma propulsion solution. Its core technology, the Radio Frequency Thruster (RFT), distinguishes itself by eliminating the need for a hollow cathode and high voltage electronics, resulting in significant cost savings, reduced size of power electronics, and compatibility with various propellants. Phase Four's propulsion systems are designed to be small and lightweight, featuring a patented magnetic nozzle to optimize thrust, allowing clients to effectively maneuver satellites into various orbits while minimizing operational costs. The company's products are utilized across commercial, civil, and scientific space missions, reflecting its commitment to advancing the capabilities of space exploration.

Terminal

Series A in 2018
Terminal Inc. specializes in talent solutions, focusing on the recruitment, onboarding, and management of remote global tech teams. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company also has offices in Kitchener, Montreal, Vancouver, Canada, and Jailsco, Mexico. Terminal offers a comprehensive suite of services that includes talent acquisition, operational support, and market insights, enabling businesses to scale efficiently. Additionally, the company develops and manages workspaces and provides operational and legal support, encompassing human resources, benefits, payroll, and stock option administration services. Through its expertise, Terminal fosters a connected tech community to support the growth of engineering teams worldwide.

Zola

Series D in 2018
Zola, Inc. is a wedding company that offers a comprehensive suite of wedding planning and registry services. Founded in 2013 and based in New York, Zola provides tools designed to streamline the wedding planning process, including personalized wedding websites, customizable registries, and detailed checklists. Couples can create a wedding website to share their stories and details, register for gifts and experiences from a curated collection, and utilize a checklist to manage tasks and deadlines. Additionally, the platform features a guest list tool that helps users collect addresses, send invitations, track RSVPs, and communicate with guests. Zola aims to enhance the wedding experience by combining modern technology with attentive customer service, supporting couples from engagement through to their wedding day and beyond.

Elemential

Seed Round in 2018
Elemential is a developer of a blockchain administration platform aimed at assisting developers in managing customized blockchain networks. The platform provides essential building blocks and management tools for creating blockchain applications, enabling clients to enhance the protection and security of user identity and consent. By offering an open and accessible development environment, Elemential supports future generations of blockchain innovators in designing, running, and scaling networks with significantly reduced overhead.

Intermedia Labs

Venture Round in 2018
Intermedia Labs is a consumer-based video technology firm inventing the future of television.

MDClone

Series A in 2018
MDClone Ltd. is a company that specializes in developing software for analyzing medical records while ensuring the privacy of patient data. Founded in 2016 and based in Beersheba, Israel, MDClone's platform generates synthetic medical records for fictitious patients, which allows researchers to study disease behavior, healthcare practices, and treatment outcomes without exposing actual patient information. The MDClone ADAMS Platform provides a self-service data analytics environment that facilitates exploration, discovery, and collaboration across healthcare systems, both nationally and internationally. This innovative approach addresses common barriers in healthcare by enabling users to organize and access data efficiently, thereby improving operations and enhancing patient outcomes. MDClone serves various clients in the healthcare sector, including major health systems, payers, and life sciences organizations in the United States, Canada, and Israel.

Xpeng Motors

Series A in 2017
Xpeng Motors is a Chinese electric vehicle and technology company that specializes in the design and manufacture of smart cars. The company emphasizes local market needs and prioritizes consumer experience, integrating advanced autonomous driving features and internet-connected technologies into its vehicles. This approach aims to enhance the overall functionality and appeal of their cars, making them more than just traditional vehicles. Additionally, Xpeng Motors has a subsidiary, Xpeng Robotics, which focuses on developing smart robots as part of its broader mobility ecosystem.

Vexata

Funding Round in 2017
A new wave of data-driven applications is powering today’s economy. Combining distributed data management software and advanced networking principles, Vexata’s active data fabric addresses the demands of these new applications and transforms your data infrastructure to improve decisions today, power business on demand and simplify the path to your future.

Blockchain.com

Series B in 2017
Blockchain.com is a digital assets platform that enables users to buy, hold, and utilize cryptocurrency, aiming to create an accessible financial system for the internet. With over 50 million customers, the platform provides a straightforward way to engage with digital currencies, facilitating transactions, trading, and secure storage. It features a highly trafficked explorer for tracking crypto market activities and an exchange that offers a fast trading experience. Blockchain.com is committed to revolutionizing the financial services industry by enabling quick transactions without the need for costly intermediaries, while also providing real-time transaction data and analytical tools for investors and developers.

Netskope

Series E in 2017
Netskope, Inc. is a cloud application analytics and policy company that offers a comprehensive software-as-a-service platform aimed at securing data and users across various environments. Its primary offering, Netskope Security Cloud, provides visibility and real-time protection against threats when accessing cloud services, websites, and private applications. The platform employs a unique approach that allows for granular control of cloud application usage, enabling organizations to monitor user activities and secure sensitive information without the need for traditional restrictive measures. Additionally, Netskope operates NewEdge, a global security private cloud network that enhances security without compromising performance. The company also provides a Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB) to manage cloud application use, along with a cloud-based web security solution designed to prevent malware and detect advanced threats. Serving a range of industries, including finance, healthcare, and retail, Netskope focuses on promoting good digital citizenship while supporting organizations in their digital transformation efforts. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, Netskope has data centers across multiple countries to meet global security needs.
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