MassChallenge

MassChallenge is a global nonprofit startup accelerator headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, established in 2009. It supports early-stage entrepreneurs across various industries, including technology, healthcare, and social impact, by providing mentorship, resources, and networking opportunities. With locations in Israel, Mexico, Switzerland, Texas, and the UK, MassChallenge connects high-potential startups with industry experts and investors to foster innovation and facilitate growth. The accelerator operates on a non-equity model, allowing entrepreneurs to maintain full ownership of their companies while benefiting from strategic partnerships and tailored training programs. Through its diverse initiatives, such as targeted accelerator programs like MassChallenge HealthTech and FinTech, the organization aims to drive impactful change and enhance the global innovation ecosystem.

Cait Brumme

Acting CEO

Nick Dougherty

Managing Director, MassChallenge HealthTech

Siobhan Dullea

CEO

Matthew Lashmar

Managing Director

Camila Lecaros

Managing Director

Yonit Serkin

Managing Director

Devon Sherman

Founding Director, Head of MassChallenge FinTech

Michelle Williams

Vice President and Head of Texas Strategy

Past deals in Africa and Middle East

EcoAct Tanzania

Non Equity Assistance in 2024
EcoAct Tanzania is a manufacturer focused on creating eco-friendly building materials by recycling post-consumer plastic waste. The company utilizes chemical-free plastic extrusion technology to transform various waste materials, including packaging and agricultural waste, into durable plastic lumber. This innovative approach provides customers with affordable alternatives to traditional wood timbers, offering products that are termite-free and resistant to rot. By specializing in energy conservation technology, EcoAct Tanzania contributes to sustainable waste management while promoting environmentally friendly construction materials.

Ecovon

Non Equity Assistance in 2024
Ecovon believe that there is a better way of making building materials. That is why we are focusing our energy on completely rethinking and re-designing how the new generation of building materials is made. Ecovon are developing sustainably sourced, newly engineered wood made from coconut husk and sugar cane bagasse, supplying the global market with a formaldehyde-free bio-based wood alternative that are better for people and planet. Ecovon will bring the first non-additive, bio-based, renewable wood product to market which is naturally flame retardant and anti-fungal without added binders (glues). The physical properties are better than comparable engineered woods on the market currently, all which use additives and heavy chemicals to reach additional flame retardant properties while reducing our CO2 footprint, deforestation and enriching the lives of locals in coconut and sugarcane producing developing countries such as Ghana. The board material has been shown to exhibit excellent properties, which are comparable with or even superior to commercial wood based panels. Our product is stronger and more durable, priced considerably less, and greener. Coconut husk has the highest lignin content of any known plant and this helps the raw material to bind into a hard board without the addition of any damaging glue or binder. Due to its strength the board has the potential to be used for structural elements in buildings. It also has natural anti-fungal properties and burns three times slower than wood. The method is sustainable and environmentally friendly. The residual material of the coconut is used in its entirety. It is a good alternative to wood and helps to prevent deforestation. During production, glue and chemical agents do not need to be added. Furthermore, the production is CO2 neutral. It is inexpensive. The glue that has to be added when boards based on wood fibre are made contributes to one third of the total production costs. Glue is not required to process coconut husk into board material. It can form an extra source of income for farmers in developing countries

SendChamp

Non Equity Assistance in 2023
SendChamp is a unified communications platform designed specifically for businesses in Africa, facilitating improved communication and stronger relationships with customers. The company provides Communication APIs and a comprehensive CRM that enable developers and businesses to connect with their audiences through various messaging channels, including SMS, email, voice, and popular digital platforms like WhatsApp. With a focus on enhancing customer onboarding, engagement, service, and retention, SendChamp offers both API solutions and no-code tools that cater to the diverse needs of its users. This all-in-one business communication application empowers organizations to personalize their outreach and enhance customer interactions effectively.

Alfi

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Alfi is a platform focused on enhancing financial literacy and connecting users with financial services and products through financial intermediaries. Launched in 2019, the company targets diverse stakeholders, including governments, citizens, and financial institutions, to create both public and private value. Alfi employs gamification and machine learning in its application, which utilizes artificial intelligence to categorize users based on their financial profiles, preferences, and behaviors. This approach encourages users to engage in competitive learning experiences, thereby improving their financial decision-making skills. By 2023, Alfi aims to establish itself as a key partner in promoting financial education and inclusion across the Americas, Africa, and Asia, having already reached 150,000 registered users.

MoviWear

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
MoviWear is a company specializing in medical AI and remote monitoring solutions, with a focus on enhancing the safety and health of seniors. Its flagship platform, MoviWearMED, enables real-time health monitoring through proprietary 5G IoT NurtureWatch wearables. This technology allows for continuous tracking of vital signs, including heart rate, temperature, blood pressure, and oxygen levels, as well as fall detection, whether individuals are at home, in retirement communities, or on the move. Designed to respond to the critical need for 24/7 health monitoring outside of hospital settings, MoviWearMED provides instant alerts when there are significant changes in a patient's condition. Since its establishment in 2017, MoviWear has collaborated with various health and telecommunications companies across North America, Europe, and Israel, aiming to prevent health crises and improve quality of life for seniors.

Codeln

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Codeln is a technology-driven recruitment company based in Ghana, founded in 2017. It specializes in streamlining the hiring process for software developers through its end-to-end technical recruitment platform. The platform automates various recruitment stages, significantly reducing the time and effort required to find qualified candidates. Codeln offers talent sourcing services by providing access to a marketplace of pre-vetted software developers, ensuring quality by verifying candidates' coding skills through project-based assessments conducted on its integrated development environment. Additionally, the company collaborates with certified tech training institutions to source skilled individuals. By effectively screening and validating candidates' abilities, Codeln helps businesses mitigate the risks of hiring, ultimately enhancing productivity and ensuring a better fit for technical roles.

NILE AGRO VALUE CHAIN

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Nile Agro Value Chain is an agribusiness startup in agriculture that identifies the set of actors and activities that bring a basic agricultural product from production in the field to final consumption, where at each stage value is added to the product. Nile Agro value Chain achieves this through vertical linking or a network between various independent business organizations and by involving them into food processing, packaging, storage, transport and distribution. The startup also engage in traditional agricultural value chains by generally through spot market transactions involving a large number of small retailers and producers. The venture also characterize agriculture value chain by vertical coordination, consolidation of the supply base, agro-industrial processing and use of standards throughout the chain. The venture achieves its mission in agriculture value chain through agricultural mechanization, traditional farming, farm portfolio investments, interstate trade of agricultural commodities, online trade of food produce through its online marketplace, aggregating farmers into a multipurpose cooperative society, linking farmers to off-takers, contract farming, food processing, providing extension services and collaborating with different stakeholders in the agriculture value chain in Uganda,Africa and beyond. We are currently working with over 1,200 farmers in Ibanda District aggregated or organized under our farmers groups and cooperative society.

PickApp Farming

Pre Seed Round in 2021
PickApp Farming is a software development company that focuses on providing innovative managerial solutions for the agricultural sector, particularly in labor-intensive operations. Its flagship product, the PickApp, combines a smartphone application and a web portal, streamlining data input for farm workers, supervisors, and quality assurance personnel. This user-friendly system employs GPS and barcode scanning to link various farm entities with specific workers and operations, ultimately enhancing productivity and labor quality. The accompanying web portal acts as a command and control center for farm managers, offering real-time insights into work progress and providing access to analytics and historical data. With over 200 medium and large-sized farming clients, primarily in Israel, PickApp has demonstrated significant profit improvements for its users and aims to expand its international presence.

SafeUP - Women's Safety Net

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
90 days from launch (Dec 20): - 4 paying clients in 90 days, 25 days sales cycle. - 10,000 users covering all 10 largest cities of Israel. Together with our SafeUPer we - Create a Safe World for Women - One community at a time. Create – We believe people must take an action, getting out of our comfort zone, to achieve this change. Sharing stories is simply not enough. Safe – We believe being safe is a basic right of all women, and like all women right achieved by previous generations, it will be gained with sweat and tears. World – We are facing a global problem, documented for at least two millennia (2,000 yrs), maybe the only problem impacting women daily, of all ages, countries, backgrounds and beliefs. Therefore. We believe it should be solved globally, empowering women all around the world to bring safety to their local communities. Women – We believe that when women will have peace, men too will have peace. Men have proven that they are unable to bring peace and safety by themselves to themselves nor to women. Therefore, we need to lead and bring it together.

TrainPain

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
TrainPain is an innovative digital therapeutics company based in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel, focused on developing a novel treatment for chronic neuropathic pain. The company leverages technological advancements to address pain-related hypersensitivity in the nervous system through a platform that combines wearable hardware with personalized sensory training games. This interactive approach includes both virtual reality and mobile applications, allowing patients to engage in rehabilitation either in clinical settings or at home. TrainPain's platform is designed to assess and treat neuroplasticity related to chronic pain using a proprietary tactile stimulation device and sensory perception tasks integrated into engaging video games. By offering a unique blend of distraction and rehabilitation, TrainPain aims to improve the mental and emotional well-being of individuals suffering from conditions such as neuropathic pain and fibromyalgia.

Travaxy

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Travaxy Ltd., established in 2016 and based in Ramat Yishai, Israel, specializes in operating an online travel booking platform catering to individuals with disabilities or mobility issues, as well as senior travelers requiring assistance. The company offers a range of services including hotel accommodations, flights, wheelchair rentals, and medical solutions tailored to these specific needs. Travaxy aims to facilitate accessible holiday planning and bookings for its target customers by recognizing their requirements during the booking process and providing relevant information about accessible attractions and services at their destinations.

PickApp Farming

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
PickApp Farming is a software development company that focuses on providing innovative managerial solutions for the agricultural sector, particularly in labor-intensive operations. Its flagship product, the PickApp, combines a smartphone application and a web portal, streamlining data input for farm workers, supervisors, and quality assurance personnel. This user-friendly system employs GPS and barcode scanning to link various farm entities with specific workers and operations, ultimately enhancing productivity and labor quality. The accompanying web portal acts as a command and control center for farm managers, offering real-time insights into work progress and providing access to analytics and historical data. With over 200 medium and large-sized farming clients, primarily in Israel, PickApp has demonstrated significant profit improvements for its users and aims to expand its international presence.

Serenno Medical

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Serenno Medical is a medical device company based in Yokneam Illit, Israel, founded in 2017. The company specializes in developing a urine output measuring device aimed at improving kidney health monitoring in hospitalized patients. Its flagship product, the Sentinel device, automatically and continuously measures urine output while assessing the risk of acute kidney injury (AKI). By providing accurate and real-time monitoring, Serenno Medical's technology enhances clinician capabilities to predict and manage kidney damage, thereby promoting patient safety, reducing the need for extensive interventions, and potentially lowering healthcare costs and length of hospital stays.

Phytolon

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Phytolon Ltd is a company based in Misgav, Israel, specializing in the development of natural food colorants. Founded in 2000, Phytolon utilizes a novel fermentation technology that employs baker's yeast cells as biofactories to produce high-quality, plant-based food colors. This innovative approach offers a healthy alternative to synthetic food dyes, providing food manufacturers with safe, cost-effective, and stable all-natural color solutions. The company's mission is to leverage scientific advancements to promote human health and environmental sustainability in the food industry.

Xeye.ai

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Xeye.ai, formerly known as Levitection Ltd, is a company based in Haifa, Israel, that specializes in advanced weapon detection technology. Founded in 2015, Xeye.ai has developed a pioneering near-field electromagnetic imaging system combined with artificial intelligence to identify concealed weapons in densely populated public areas. The technology allows for real-time scanning of individuals while maintaining the flow of foot traffic, thus enhancing public safety without compromising individual privacy or convenience. Xeye.ai aims to transform traditional security methods in various venues, including transportation hubs, stadiums, casinos, hotels, and mass events, making standoff detection more feasible in locations where conventional scanning methods are impractical.

Xeye.ai

Grant in 2020
Xeye.ai, formerly known as Levitection Ltd, is a company based in Haifa, Israel, that specializes in advanced weapon detection technology. Founded in 2015, Xeye.ai has developed a pioneering near-field electromagnetic imaging system combined with artificial intelligence to identify concealed weapons in densely populated public areas. The technology allows for real-time scanning of individuals while maintaining the flow of foot traffic, thus enhancing public safety without compromising individual privacy or convenience. Xeye.ai aims to transform traditional security methods in various venues, including transportation hubs, stadiums, casinos, hotels, and mass events, making standoff detection more feasible in locations where conventional scanning methods are impractical.

goTeff

Grant in 2019
GoTeff Superfoods is an agricultural development company focused on enhancing the productivity of teff farmers. By producing and promoting superfoods derived from teff, a nutritious grain native to Ethiopia, the company aims to empower local farmers and improve their yields. Through its initiatives, GoTeff not only supports the agricultural community but also provides customers with products that offer significant nutritional benefits and endurance.

MyPart

Grant in 2019
MyPart Ltd is a Tel Aviv-based company that has developed an artificial intelligence-powered platform designed for song search and matching. This innovative platform caters to a variety of users, including music industry professionals, TV and film producers, and advertising agencies, facilitating the discovery of songs that align with specific creative needs. MyPart's technology utilizes reference songs to enable music executives to efficiently navigate and prioritize their musical catalogs while identifying new talent. For songwriters, the platform analyzes submissions from emerging artists worldwide, matching them with relevant opportunities based solely on the songs' attributes rather than personal connections. The company's proprietary 'Song Mining' engine employs advanced techniques in machine learning, computational linguistics, and digital signal processing to assess lyrical and musical relevance. MyPart has been recognized for its contributions to the industry, having participated in prestigious programs such as Universal Music's Abbey Road RED and Capitol Records' gBeta, and it has received multiple awards for its technology and innovation.

Butterfly Medical

Grant in 2019
Butterfly Medical Ltd is a medical-device company founded in 2014 and based in Yokne'am, Israel. It specializes in the development of an implantable device aimed at treating Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), a condition commonly referred to as enlarged prostate. The company's innovative device provides a fast, simple, and minimally invasive alternative to conventional BPH treatments, including medications and surgery. It can be implanted in under ten minutes in an office setting using local anesthesia, without the need for surgical incisions or removal of prostate tissue. This approach not only minimizes side effects but also eliminates the requirement for hospitalization or general anesthesia. Initial clinical trials have shown promising results, with effective outcomes in opening blocked urethras and no reported side effects. Butterfly Medical is advancing further clinical studies in leading medical centers across Europe to validate its device's efficacy and safety.

FanFund

Non Equity Assistance in 2019
FanFund makes culture accessible to communities everywhere by de-risking live shows for artists and venues. It integrates fan engagement, crowdfunding technologies with advanced data analysis to provide artists and venues with vertical and geographic-specific predictive models for de-risking live performances. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel.

NeuroApplied

Non Equity Assistance in 2019
NeuroApplied Ltd., founded in June 2016 and based in Hadera, Israel, specializes in customer-focused market research services that leverage the study of the collective subconscious. The company utilizes a SaaS-based platform that incorporates machine learning and neural network computing to analyze data collected through online picture games. This innovative approach allows NeuroApplied to provide valuable insights into subconscious brand perception, enabling brand managers to assess brand equity, track brand properties, and manage crises effectively. The platform features an intuitive dashboard that offers a nonintrusive and visually engaging experience for respondents, facilitating the collection of data that reflects customers' true thoughts and feelings.

Lingopie

Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Lingopie Inc. is an innovative online platform that facilitates language learning through the integration of television shows and movies. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, Lingopie leverages natural language processing technology and linguistic research to create an engaging learning experience. The platform features a vast library of foreign TV shows and movies, each equipped with native subtitles that enhance comprehension. Users can click on any foreign word for instant translation, which is then added to a personal word bank for later review. Additional interactive tools, such as a built-in flashcard game, further enrich the learning process. By transforming popular media into educational content, Lingopie aims to empower millions of users worldwide to achieve language fluency in an intuitive and enjoyable manner.

StreetWize VR

Non Equity Assistance in 2019
StreetWize VR is a prominent provider of virtual road safety training software, catering to various educational levels, including primary and high school students, as well as adult drivers and bus operators. Founded in 2019 and based in Tel Aviv, Israel, the company specializes in creating hyper-realistic immersive training environments that enhance learning experiences. Through its advanced platform, StreetWize VR offers mobile road safety classes that incorporate effective simulations, high-resolution graphics, motion sensors, and a realistic physics engine. These features facilitate practical learning in scenarios such as street crossing, cycling, and navigating hazardous driving conditions. A peer-reviewed study conducted in 2018 confirmed the efficacy of StreetWize VR's training, demonstrating superior results in written tests compared to traditional instructional methods.

SeiaQ

Non Equity Assistance in 2019
SeiaQ is an online educational platform offers its customers an advanced teaching method. The platform provides services including personal assessment of written and verbal, dozens of recorded and direct lectures, and online guide - 24/7. It was founded in 2018 and is based in Haifa, Hefa, Israel.

Climber

Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Climber is an Israeli company founded in 2016 that specializes in the manufacturing of home escalators. Its innovative product is designed to assist individuals who have difficulty navigating stairs, particularly older adults and disabled persons. By enabling users to move easily between different levels of their homes, Climber's escalator aims to enhance safety and reduce the risk of falls in stairwell environments. The company's focus is on improving the quality of life for its customers, allowing them to maintain their independence and continue living comfortably in their own homes.

ATLASense Biomed

Non Equity Assistance in 2019
ATLASense Biomed, founded in 2015 and headquartered in Israel, specializes in advanced medical monitoring solutions that enable remote patient management. The company has developed the PolyMonitor, a chest-worn device designed to provide real-time, multipurpose health surveillance comparable to ICU standards for patients at home. This innovative technology addresses critical issues in respiratory health by predicting deterioration in conditions such as COVID-19, COPD, and ARDS, allowing for early intervention and potentially preventing the need for invasive treatments like intubation. ATLASense's solutions aim to significantly reduce healthcare costs—estimated at over $300 per day per patient—while enhancing patient care and quality of life. The company also offers the REPHAEL platform, which utilizes AI for real-time monitoring of various health conditions, including heart failure and early signs of sepsis. With a target market of one billion individuals, ATLASense strives to deliver effective preventive care through its subscription-based service, ultimately improving clinical outcomes and financial efficiency within healthcare systems.

GammaSeed

Non Equity Assistance in 2019
GammaSeed is an agriculture company based in Nir Galim, Israel, specializing in seed analysis solutions aimed at enhancing seed quality, purity, and health. Founded by Itay Yogev, the company employs advanced technologies, including computer vision and artificial intelligence, to provide a fast, cost-effective, and non-destructive seed sorting service. This innovative approach allows producers to upgrade disqualified seed batches by ensuring that only pure seeds are retained, thus improving their commercial viability. By utilizing AI-based seed screening technology, GammaSeed enables farmers to increase profitability while maintaining high standards of seed purity.

OtailO

Non Equity Assistance in 2019
OtailO is an Israeli company based in Ramat Hasharon, founded in 2019, specializing in sustainable solutions for managing online product returns. The company's AI-driven platform optimizes return processes by calculating the best destination for each returned item in real-time and dynamically routing it accordingly. OtailO's system includes remote inspection to verify the validity and condition of returns, and transforms authorized partners into local spots for reselling, recycling, refurbishing, or donation. By enhancing the post-purchase experience, OtailO helps enterprise retailers reduce costs, carbon emissions, return rates, fraud, and boosts customer loyalty.

Jump.in

Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Jump.in is a digital marketing agency that helps its clients jumpstart their careers. Its goal is to give an opportunity for a career that will assure social and financial mobility for a better life. The company was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel.

Uneecops Technologies

Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Uneecops Technologies Ltd. is the leading provider of IT solution to businesses of variable sizes. With alliances with leading brands, such as ESRI, QlikView and SAP. Uneecops is #1 partner of SAP Business One in N.India and provide SAP Business One solution to small and medium sized business houses. Uneecops also developed various SAP B1 Add-Ons for Pharma, Campus Management, Human resource management, etc. Incepted in 1996, the company has more than 500 satisfied clientele in public and private sectors in India, South East Asia, Africa and the US. The Company has developed various products including HR-One (HRMS Solution), PayEdge (Payroll Management Solution), Ctrl-A (Campus Management Solution). We also offer services pertaining to web development, business intelligence and GIS.

Solutum

Grant in 2018
Solutum Ltd., founded in 2017 and located in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel, specializes in the development and production of biodegradable alternatives to traditional plastics. The company has created a unique formula that allows its products, including plastic bags, to dissolve in water, transforming into eco-friendly components. This innovative approach aims to address the pressing issue of plastic pollution, which contributes to significant environmental and health concerns globally. With approximately 350 million tons of plastic produced annually, much of it being single-use, Solutum's products provide a strong, cost-efficient solution that mitigates the harmful effects of plastic waste on land and in oceans. By offering biodegradable options, Solutum contributes to reducing the social and environmental costs associated with plastic pollution, which are estimated to exceed $139 billion each year.

Hippocrate

Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Hippocrate is a healthcare organization founded in 2014 and based in Tunis, Tunisia, that operates a cloud-based big data medical platform focused on analyzing the human genome. The company provides a healthcare analytics platform that facilitates the sharing of patient medical data among various hospitals, allowing authorized medical professionals to access this information during doctor visits or emergencies. By enabling the connection and organization of medical data, Hippocrate enhances the accessibility and utility of patient information for healthcare providers and contributes to medical research. The platform aims to improve healthcare access for patients worldwide, particularly those in underserved communities.

Tuverl

Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Tuverl is a technology-driven company focused on enhancing public transportation in Africa, particularly in Zimbabwe. The company has developed a mobile application that facilitates affordable and accessible transport for millions of commuters. It offers features such as in-app booking for buses and taxis, live tracking of minibuses, and support for digital payments, allowing users to conveniently locate and utilize transportation services. Additionally, Tuverl provides an Operator App that equips public transport operators and drivers with tools to manage their fleets, broadcast vehicle locations, and process fares digitally. This dual approach not only improves the commuter experience but also helps operators optimize their routes, increase operational efficiency, and boost revenue. By fostering transparency and enabling commuters to rate their experiences, Tuverl aims to promote a sustainable public transport system while contributing to the development of smart and resilient cities across Africa.

Takachar

Grant in 2018
Takachar is a company focused on transforming agricultural waste into valuable products, particularly eco-friendly cooking fuel. Operating primarily in Kenya, it has developed low-cost technologies that enable the conversion of unmanaged agricultural residues into charcoal, a non-toxic and affordable energy source for low-income households. Over the past three years, Takachar has established or assisted seven locally run waste-to-charcoal enterprises, some of which have achieved operational profitability. The company has successfully created approximately 100 jobs and sold 50 tons of its eco-char product. By utilizing oxygen-lean torrefaction reactors, Takachar helps farmers reduce waste through recycling, allowing them to generate additional income while preventing open burning of agricultural residues. The company aims to demonstrate the financial sustainability of these enterprises as a foundation for expanding its franchise network in the future.

Make My Day

Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Make My Day is a Tel-Aviv-based company that specializes in developing an in-car driving assistance app designed specifically for electric vehicles. The app enhances the driving experience by connecting drivers to their vehicles while allowing them to engage in additional activities. It also offers a comprehensive solution for daily needs by linking drivers with various business providers. The company's smart route planning platform supports electric vehicle fleets by delivering managed-to-charge services that facilitate efficient route planning. This enables businesses and automotive leaders to reduce fleet costs while optimizing electric vehicle charging and decision-making processes.

RouteValet

Non Equity Assistance in 2018
RouteValet is a company that specializes in route planning technology designed for mobility companies. It offers a planner that integrates various transportation options, including both public and private transit, to create optimal routes for users. The goal of RouteValet is to license its innovative technology to transportation providers and establish a mobility marketplace. The effectiveness of its multimodal algorithms has been recognized by the Israel Innovation Authority, which has funded the company twice. Additionally, RouteValet has successfully completed a paid proof of concept in Japan, where its technology helped commuters save an average of one hour per day and improved user satisfaction with transit options by 26%. The company has also been acknowledged in international competitions, winning accolades from organizations such as MassChallenge, Ford, and GE.

Sindesy

Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Sindesy is an innovative company founded in 2016 and headquartered in Israel, focused on transforming the water heating industry through advanced technology. The company specializes in water heater monitoring solutions that utilize patented sensor deployment technology and real-time data analysis. This allows standard water heaters to become fully monitored and web-connected systems, enabling customers to remotely control their water heaters and receive alerts about potential boiler failures. Sindesy's unique approach enhances user connectivity and ensures proactive maintenance, significantly improving the overall efficiency and reliability of water heating systems.

Keheala

Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Keheala is a healthcare company based in Tel Aviv, Israel, established in 2014. It focuses on addressing the issue of drug non-compliance through its innovative mobile software ecosystem. The platform offers behavioral interventions via mobile devices, aimed at enhancing healthcare access and improving treatment outcomes for patients with infectious and chronic diseases, particularly in developing regions. By providing healthcare practitioners with valuable insights, Keheala enables them to better support their patients, ultimately striving to save lives and improve public health.

Dermafence

Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Dermafence is a medical technology company based in Jerusalem, Israel, founded in 2017. It specializes in the development of innovative products designed for the treatment of energy-mediated skin injuries and burns. Dermafence's flagship offering is a unique liquid bandage that forms a protective layer on the skin upon application. This technology effectively prevents the progression of wounds resulting from various types of energy absorption, including thermal, mechanical, radiation, and laser-induced burns. By providing an incision-less and scar-free healing solution, Dermafence aims to enhance recovery times and improve patient outcomes in the treatment of skin injuries.

MTTech Interactive Multimedia Systems

Non Equity Assistance in 2018
MTTech Interactive Multimedia Systems Ltd is a high-tech company based in Tel-Aviv, Israel, with additional offices in Bucharest, Romania; Holmdel, New Jersey; and Alamos, Mexico. The company specializes in developing, manufacturing, and marketing interactive multimedia systems designed for a variety of applications, including product demonstrations, research and development, training, and team meetings. MTTech focuses on creating technological solutions that promote functionality and mutual engagement, encouraging interpersonal interaction in both household and office environments. Their systems leverage multiple screens and dedicated applications to enhance collaboration and efficiency. MTTech's innovative products have been utilized across diverse sectors, including real estate, automotive sales, and advanced control systems for security, military, and medical applications.

S.R.I

Non Equity Assistance in 2018
S.R.I specializes in providing traffic and highway engineering solutions. The company was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Hertzlia, Israel.

Brightmerge

Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Brightmerge Ltd. is a technology company based in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel, specializing in the development of an enterprise SaaS platform focused on optimizing renewable energy microgrids. Founded in 2018, Brightmerge provides an AI-driven suite of tools designed to assist energy professionals, including microgrid developers and energy operators, in the design, development, and operation of microgrids. The platform employs proprietary machine learning and big data solutions to automate functions traditionally carried out by project developers and engineers, thereby streamlining processes and mitigating risks associated with microgrid adoption. Brightmerge's self-learning platform aims to enhance performance prediction and cost-effective optimization, addressing the increasing complexity of future energy systems and facilitating the transition to advanced energy networks.

Air Doctor

Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Air Doctor Ltd. operates an online marketplace that connects travelers with verified healthcare professionals in various locations. Founded in 2016 and based in Motza Illit, Israel, the platform allows users to search for and schedule appointments with doctors, dentists, emergency clinics, pharmacies, and other healthcare specialists. By providing access to practitioner profiles and patient reviews, Air Doctor simplifies the process of obtaining medical care abroad, ensuring that users can find professionals who speak their language and meet their specific needs. This service aims to enhance the experience of travelers by making healthcare access straightforward and efficient in unfamiliar destinations.

Airstrument

Grant in 2017
Airstrument provides a motion-tracking wearable device that offers gamified feedback for rehabilitation and assistive purposes. It is currently testing the device as a musical and gamified platform for hand rehabilitation in collaboration with hospitals and NGOs in Israel, India, and Costa Rica.

RePark Social Parking

Grant in 2017
RePark Social Parking is a mobile application-based platform launched in 2014 in Tel Aviv, Israel, that facilitates the rental of private parking spaces. The service enables parking space owners to list their spaces for rent by the hour, catering to drivers in need of parking solutions. By connecting these two groups, RePark Social Parking streamlines the parking rental process, offering a convenient option for both providers and users.

Sonovia

Grant in 2017
Sonovia Ltd. is a textile technology company based in Ramat Gan, Israel, that specializes in manufacturing ultrasonic coatings for fabrics, providing them with anti-bacterial and odorless properties. Founded in 2013 and formerly known as Nano-Textile Ltd., the company has developed a unique sono-coating process that leverages cavitation, allowing for a chemical-free application that results in a highly homogeneous and effective coating. This technology is applied to various textiles used in hotels, restaurants, hospital bedding, patient gowns, and clothing. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Sonovia also produces reusable masks, further extending its commitment to hygiene and safety in textiles.

C2A Security

Grant in 2017
C2A Security Ltd. is a cybersecurity firm based in Jerusalem, Israel, founded in 2016 by Michael Dick. The company specializes in developing innovative security solutions tailored for the automotive and trucking industries, employing advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence and machine learning. Its product offerings include a suite of tools designed to protect vehicles' internal systems from cyberattacks, including the stamper, SecMon, the protector, and DoIP Client. C2A Security focuses on transforming cybersecurity into a strategic advantage for automotive manufacturers and mobility companies, enhancing operational efficiency while reducing costs and time to market for software deployment. By providing an end-to-end cybersecurity platform, C2A Security enables original equipment manufacturers to manage the complete vehicle lifecycle with increased visibility and protection against evolving cyber threats.

Extreme Simulations

Grant in 2017
Extreme Simulations is an independent provider of advanced simulation products and training platforms, focusing on emergency situation assessment and response. The company creates high-end medical simulators known for their durability, realism, and user-friendliness. Its innovative offerings include a multi-purpose physical simulation platform equipped with a blood pump system and simulation blood, which can be managed through a mobile application. This platform allows for real-time error identification and data analytics, enhancing the training experience for medical and security professionals. Extreme Simulations also serves as the official medical simulation instructor for the Israeli Defense Forces, annually training over 100,000 combat soldiers in critical life-saving skills. The company collaborates with partners such as SynDaver Labs to develop modular manikins tailored for healthcare training in life-threatening scenarios, supported by funding from the BIRD foundation.

Direct Coffee

Grant in 2017
Direct Coffee is dedicated to creating a lasting social impact in Africa by utilizing a business model focused on sustainability and community support. The company imports specialty coffee directly from smallholder farmers in Ethiopia, offering products in biodegradable Nespresso-compatible capsules, as whole beans, or ground coffee. Each purchase contributes to initiatives that support the children of coffee farmers, allowing customers to choose specific projects to fund. Additionally, Direct Coffee provides a flexible subscription service for B2C customers, ensuring they always have access to quality coffee while fostering a direct connection between consumers and the farmers who cultivate their beans.

Cocoa360

Grant in 2017
Cocoa360 is a 501(c)3 that empowers lives in rural Ghana. Using an innovative approach to female education and rural empowerment, they employ a financial model that capitalizes on the agricultural and vocational skills found in farming communities.

SensoGenic

Grant in 2017
SensoGenic Inc., established in 2016 and headquartered in Ness Ziona, Israel, specializes in developing diagnostic biosensors for food allergen detection. The company offers portable, handheld devices and digital analyzers designed for consumers, enabling them to test food items for allergens on-the-go. SensoGenic's innovative technology uses biosensors to detect allergens without physical contact, providing users with real-time results via a mobile application. This allows individuals with food allergies to safely consume meals at restaurants or social gatherings by avoiding allergic reactions.

TailorMed

Grant in 2017
TailorMed Medical Ltd., established in 2017 and based in Tel Aviv, Israel, specializes in health IT solutions. The company develops and provides financial navigation technology and systems, designed to streamline and automate financial processes for both patients and healthcare providers. Their offerings include TailorMed Financial Navigation, a platform to manage and automate financial processes; TailorMed Financial Insights, an analytics and reporting dashboard to track and measure key performance indicators; and TailorMed Pharmacy, a platform to simplify drug ordering, tracking, and billing based on patient treatment regimens.

Inka Robotics

Non Equity Assistance in 2017
Inka Robotics is a special and promising startup from Israel aiming to disrupt the booming tattoo industry by revolutionizing its technology. Briefly, Inka Robotics is building a tattooing robot controlled by computer vision. The robot can tattoo any type of tattoo, including remarkable tattoo designs and reproductions designed by the best artists in the world.

Yarok Microbio

Non Equity Assistance in 2017
Yarok Microbio is a company that specializes in advanced microbiological testing technology for the agriculture and food supply sectors. It has developed a system that significantly accelerates the detection of harmful microbes, including E. coli, Listeria, and Salmonella, providing results in just 45 minutes compared to the days required by traditional methods. This rapid testing capability addresses critical needs in the AgriFood industry, helping producers avoid costly product recalls, lawsuits, and ensuring consumer safety. The technology is versatile, applicable across various food categories, and also offers early detection of plant pathogens, which aids in the timely implementation of phytosanitary measures and reduces pesticide use. Yarok's research and development laboratory is based in Jerusalem, Israel, with a demonstration lab in Milan, Italy, to support marketing efforts in Europe. The company has received recognition for its innovative approach, including the UNIDO Innovation Award in 2017 and being named one of the Top Five Disruptors in the food technology sector by the Institute of Food Technologists in 2019.

Oze

Non Equity Assistance in 2017
Oze is a technology company focused on bringing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Africa into the digital age. It offers an application that allows businesses to easily track sales, expenses, and customer information. By analyzing this data, Oze provides tailored recommendations and business education to help entrepreneurs improve their operations. The platform also connects users with Oze Coaches for additional support, enhancing their learning experience. With over 150,000 registered users, Oze claims to be the largest online community of SMEs in West Africa. The company leverages machine learning to assess credit risk, enabling it to offer affordable capital through banking partners. Notably, 97% of businesses that have utilized Oze for at least nine months report growth or profitability, indicating the effectiveness of its services in fostering business success.

XRHealth

Non Equity Assistance in 2017
XRHealth Ltd. is a medical technology company based in Tel Aviv, Israel, that specializes in developing virtual reality (VR) software solutions for healthcare. Founded in 2016, the company offers an array of products designed to enhance patient care and treatment outcomes. Its offerings include VRPhysio, a platform for virtual physical therapy; VRReliever, which helps manage pain through distraction; VRCogni, aimed at improving motor function in stroke and dementia patients; and VRPsyc, which provides exposure therapy for various mental health disorders. Additionally, VRCoordi is designed to aid coordination recovery in patients with Parkinson's, brain injuries, and autism. By integrating immersive technologies with licensed clinicians and advanced data analytics, XRHealth provides comprehensive telehealth services, allowing patients to access treatment from the comfort of their own homes.

Good Nature Agro

Grant in 2016
Good Nature Agro is a social enterprise based in Chipata, Zambia, focused on empowering small-scale farmers to enhance their productivity and income. Formed in 2014, the company organizes groups of farmers who nominate a Private Extension Agent (PEA) from within their ranks. These PEAs undergo rigorous training to become community leaders and provide ongoing support and personalized recommendations to fellow farmers throughout the growing season. By promoting improved farming practices, Good Nature Agro supplies high-quality legume seeds and offers loans for additional inputs, helping farmers transition from traditional crops to more lucrative options. The company also guarantees a market for the certified legume seeds harvested by the farmers, effectively enabling them to significantly increase their income and achieve lasting financial stability.

PrintCB

Grant in 2016
PrintCB Ltd., based in Ness Ziona, Israel, specializes in the manufacture of copper inks tailored for printed electronics. The company focuses on developing next-generation materials that replace silver, the traditionally expensive component in the industry, with cost-effective copper alternatives. This innovation significantly reduces manufacturing costs and opens up new opportunities for design and production within a $70 billion market. PrintCB's inks are designed to be compatible with standard process equipment, requiring no modifications to existing capital equipment. They can be cured in air using conventional conveyor or box ovens and maintain high conductivity for a variety of applications, including circuitry, sensors, and energy devices. This flexibility allows printing industries to utilize inks that are not brand-specific and compatible with various dispensing systems available in the market.

Revelator

Grant in 2016
Revelator Limited is a technology company based in Jerusalem, Israel, that specializes in providing business and marketing cloud solutions tailored for music professionals. Established in 2013, Revelator's platform offers an integrated system for independent artists and record labels, encompassing sales, marketing, accounting, and analytics. The company focuses on bridging traditional music intellectual property with digital assets, utilizing artificial intelligence and machine learning to enhance its offerings. Revelator's solutions facilitate catalog management, metadata handling, delivery and distribution, reporting, royalty management, and analytics. Additionally, the platform supports the transition from Web2 to Web3, enabling on-chain royalty payment processes and automating workflows to help clients reduce costs and mitigate business risks associated with rights administration and royalty distribution.

Paygilant

Grant in 2016
Paygilant Ltd. is a technology company founded in 2014 and based in Ramat Gan, Israel, specializing in mobile fraud prevention solutions for online transactions, payments, and money transfers. The company addresses the growing challenge of mobile payment fraud by providing comprehensive solutions that include account takeover prevention, new account fraud detection, and transactional fraud protection. Paygilant's platform is designed to enhance security while ensuring a smooth user experience, employing patented technology and six proprietary intelligence sets to facilitate frictionless authentication. By protecting the entire user journey—from app download to ongoing transactions—Paygilant enables financial institutions and eCommerce providers to safeguard their services against fraudulent activities while maintaining user privacy and trust in the digital banking ecosystem.

eFarm.cm

Grant in 2016
eFarm.cm is an eCommerce and value chain partner focused on agribusiness, providing a comprehensive platform for showcasing and selling agro-pastoral products from Cameroon and Africa to global buyers. The company facilitates the marketing of agricultural goods by connecting farmers and agricultural dealers with consumers through an online marketplace that incorporates information and communication technology. In addition to offering a robust platform for transactions, eFarm.cm supports producers with technical assistance and logistics for production, harvesting, and post-harvest management, especially in hard-to-reach farming communities. The firm also engages in the production, purchase, preservation, and sale of agricultural products to ensure reliable, consistent supply. Furthermore, eFarm.cm operates an academy dedicated to training and practicing agriculture, promoting knowledge and skills development within the sector.

Panda Chocolate

Grant in 2016
They have developed a chocolate bar the wins every blind tasting test - and this is what they offer. They have launched with a crowd funding campaign in Israel that broke records, and now officially opening their factory.

Otsimo

Grant in 2016
Otsimo, established in 2016, is a San Francisco-based company dedicated to democratizing early childhood education for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). They develop award-winning, Teachers with Apps Certified games using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA™) techniques, accessible on iOS and Android devices. These games aim to provide unique learning experiences, benefiting over 25,000 users across 86 countries. Otsimo's platform enables families and special education teachers to monitor a child's learning progress comprehensively. With an R&D office in Turkey, the company strives to make early childhood education more accessible and informative for children with ASD.

mDoc

Grant in 2016
mDoc is a digital health company based in Nigeria that focuses on improving care for individuals living with chronic conditions. It employs a high-tech, high-touch approach, combining behavioral science, quality improvement methodologies, data, and technology to deliver an integrated care solution. The platform connects users with healthcare providers, offers a health information directory, and enables users to track their health data, empowering them to manage their chronic conditions effectively.

Qualy

Grant in 2016
Qualy develops an enterprise cloud platform that improves employee wellness. Through an intelligent wellness cloud engine and employee-facing apps that create quality time, manage time effectively, and empower employee interest-based groups, Qualy helps companies increase employee loyalty and reduce burnout, attrition, and related costs. Founded by seasoned co-founders with both enterprise and startup experience, Qualy was recently acclaimed as one of “5 Inspiring Israeli Startups” by Geektime. Qualy helps today’s professionals achieve better work-life fit and improves employee wellness at large enterprises.

DryGro

Grant in 2016
DryGro Ltd. is an agriculture technology company based in Oxford, United Kingdom, founded in 2014. The company specializes in developing innovative methods to cultivate fruits and animal feed crops in arid regions that are otherwise unproductive. By employing novel growing techniques, DryGro produces high-quality feed ingredients for aquaculture, dairy, beef, and poultry at a lower cost than traditional feed sources. The company utilizes water lentils, which grow significantly faster and require considerably less water compared to soybean meal, thus offering a sustainable alternative for food production in dry environments. DryGro is currently constructing a demonstration farm in Naivasha, Kenya, as part of its commitment to creating scalable and robust growing systems. The company has received recognition and support from various organizations, including the European Space Agency and Innovate UK, reflecting its innovative approach to addressing global food security challenges.

Cnature

Grant in 2016
Cnature is a Tel Aviv-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing a mobile application for real-time identification of plants and animals. The application allows users to take a photo of a plant or animal, instantly providing detailed information about it. By integrating content, community, and technology, Cnature addresses the challenges faced by nature enthusiasts who previously relied on traditional field guides and social networks. The app fosters a sense of community among users, connecting nature lovers and enhancing their experience of discovering the natural world. Available on both iOS and Android platforms, Cnature's application aims to make exploring nature easy, accessible, and enjoyable.

Empowerment Solar

Grant in 2016
Empowerment Solar fosters energy independence and economic prosperity across the Middle East by supplying affordable and easy access to reliable and clean solar electricity. They design and install distributed solar electricity systems for Palestinian businesses in the West Bank, eventually expanding across the region. They save Palestinian firms (who pay 70% more than Americans for electricity) 1,000s of dollars annually and eliminate electricity-shortage constraints plaguing West Bank companies.

Livestock Wealth

Grant in 2016
Livestock Wealth is a crowdfarming company that enables individuals to invest in livestock, specifically cattle, through a mobile-based platform. This innovative approach allows users to share the facilities of a commercial livestock farm, where experts manage the day-to-day care of the cows. By participating in this model, individuals can become organic beef farmers and benefit from profit-sharing arrangements associated with owning cattle. The platform offers features such as membership, calf buying and raising, replacement of cows, and comprehensive financial reports, providing users with transparency and insight into their investments. Livestock Wealth taps into the cultural significance of cattle as a symbol of wealth in Africa, presenting a tangible opportunity for individuals to earn income from the sale of cattle offspring.

WayCare

Grant in 2016
WayCare Technologies Ltd. is a Tel-Aviv-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in developing a cloud-based software platform aimed at proactive traffic management. The platform utilizes predictive analytics to forecast traffic crashes and congestion up to two hours in advance, allowing municipalities to take informed action. By integrating data from various transportation modes, including connected and autonomous vehicles, WayCare enhances the ability of traffic management systems to optimize road safety and efficiency. The platform not only predicts traffic conditions but also monitors the effectiveness of implemented strategies, providing actionable insights that help traffic center operators reduce accidents and improve overall traffic flow. Through its innovative approach, WayCare is reshaping urban mobility and empowering cities to better manage their roadways.

NrgStorEdge

Grant in 2016
NrgStorEdge Ltd is a start-up, based on patented energy storage technology for safe and inexpensive use in zero-emission hydrogen-powered vehicles. NrgStorEdge is located in the Hi-Tech Village of Jerusalem, Israel. They are approved and financially supported by the Israeli Government and Jerusalem Development Authority.

RUSTYS

Grant in 2016
RUSTYS is an Israeli healthy lifestyle bringing mindful snacking to the local market without compromising on taste. RUSTYS Nut Butters & Treats is a local Israeli healthy lifestyle brand giving the local market the ability to eat healthy without having to compromise on taste. They use locally sourced nuts to help promote local agriculture and combine them with organic flavors from around the globe such as Canadian maple syrup to create the most delicious nut butter spreads. Their online presence, community events and recipes they share with their audience help Israelis live healthier more active lives.

Cognigo

Seed Round in 2016
Cognigo Inc. is a cybersecurity company specializing in enterprise data security services, founded in 2016 and based in Jersey City, New Jersey, with a research and development center in Tel Aviv, Israel. Its flagship product, DataSense, leverages artificial intelligence and machine learning to monitor, classify, and protect sensitive data across various platforms, including cloud environments and on-premises networks. DataSense provides insights into data vulnerabilities and ensures compliance with regulations such as GDPR by enforcing security policies and facilitating real-time responses to internal and external threats. The platform also offers features such as agent-less visualizations of sensitive data assets, access auditing, and document mapping, thereby supporting organizations in maintaining data security and demonstrating compliance effectively.

Genoox

Non Equity Assistance in 2016
Genoox, Ltd. is a company that develops a cloud-based platform dedicated to managing and analyzing genomic data. Founded in 2014 by Amir Trabelsi and Moshe Einhorn, the company is headquartered in Palo Alto, California. Genoox's platform harnesses artificial intelligence and machine-learning algorithms to translate complex genetic information into actionable clinical insights, thereby facilitating genetic diagnostics and personalized treatment options for patients. The platform connects clinicians, genetic counselors, and healthcare organizations, creating a collaborative network that enhances the sharing of genetic insights. With over 1,700 health organizations, hospitals, and medical facilities utilizing its services across 44 markets globally, Genoox aims to establish the largest real-world evidence network of genomic and clinical data, ultimately improving patient outcomes through more effective and efficient data handling.

Inspecto Solutions

Non Equity Assistance in 2016
Inspecto Solutions Ltd is an innovative company that develops a portable nanoscale scanner designed to detect food contaminants quickly and efficiently. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Israel, Inspecto Solutions aims to enhance food safety by providing a solution that allows farmers, producers, suppliers, buyers, retailers, and quality assurers to receive rapid results. Unlike traditional detection methods that are often expensive and complex, Inspecto's technology enables users to check for early signs of contamination within minutes and at a significantly lower cost. The company's platform also includes a cloud-based application that integrates big data analytics and blockchain technology, ensuring secure data storage and facilitating real-time analysis for multiple contamination parameters. This comprehensive approach helps improve business performance by enhancing traceability and quality assurance throughout the food supply chain.

Cognigo

Non Equity Assistance in 2016
Cognigo Inc. is a cybersecurity company specializing in enterprise data security services, founded in 2016 and based in Jersey City, New Jersey, with a research and development center in Tel Aviv, Israel. Its flagship product, DataSense, leverages artificial intelligence and machine learning to monitor, classify, and protect sensitive data across various platforms, including cloud environments and on-premises networks. DataSense provides insights into data vulnerabilities and ensures compliance with regulations such as GDPR by enforcing security policies and facilitating real-time responses to internal and external threats. The platform also offers features such as agent-less visualizations of sensitive data assets, access auditing, and document mapping, thereby supporting organizations in maintaining data security and demonstrating compliance effectively.

Ajiri Tea

Grant in 2015
Ajiri Tea is a company dedicated to producing high-quality black tea sourced from small-scale farmers in the Kisii District of western Kenya. The name "Ajiri," meaning "to employ" in Swahili, reflects the company's commitment to creating job opportunities for women in the region, who handcraft the product labels. The tea is all-natural and comes in various flavors, including unique blends incorporating local ingredients. Profits generated from the sales of Ajiri Tea are donated to the Ajiri Foundation, which funds education for orphans in Kenya, thus linking the company's commercial activities to meaningful social impact.

Vendedy

Grant in 2015
Vendedy is a mobile application that connects travelers to local street market foods and products. Its aim is to digitize the 10 trillion U.S. dollar street economy that contains a market size of 2 billion street vendors and 1 billion tourists annually. With vendors grossing up to 14X their annual income via a 10-day beta in Haiti, Vendedy attained partnerships with IBM, Mass Challenge Accelerator, and Manatt Ventures. Since its inception, Vendedy has attained several recognitions, including the 2014 Poverty Alleviation Clinton Global Initiative Commitment, Singularity Top 5 Exponential Breakthroughs, Citi Mobile Fin Tech Top 20, Forbes Million Dollar Prize Top 40, IBM Launch Top 5, Chivas Venture Million Dollar Prize USA Finalist, MasterCard $15k Pitch Winner, SOCAP Award Winner, and the winner of the DEW Startup competition. Throughout 2015, the company continued pilot testing in the Caribbean and the Middle East. Street vendors, locals, and travelers have the ability to upload photos of local products online via their mobile device using the application enabling a traveling consumer to search, purchase, and pay via a message. Vendedy was launched in 2014 by [Christine Souffrant](https://www.crunchbase.com/person/christine-souffrant#/entity), a 2016 Forbes30Under30 retail and e-commerce entrepreneur and is based in New York, United States.

PayBox

Seed Round in 2015
PayBox Payment Solutions Ltd. operates a social payment network that streamlines group payments through its platform, designed primarily for millennials and Generation Y. Established in 2014 and headquartered in Rishon LeZion, Israel, PayBox allows users—such as event organizers and community groups—to collect, manage, and spend money collaboratively for various activities, including social events and shared living expenses. The service includes a smartphone application that facilitates immediate and secure fund transfers and purchases. Recognized as the most promising FinTech startup in Israel in 2015, PayBox received seed investment from Bank Poalim, the largest bank in Israel, highlighting its potential in the financial technology sector.

PayBox

Non Equity Assistance in 2015
PayBox Payment Solutions Ltd. operates a social payment network that streamlines group payments through its platform, designed primarily for millennials and Generation Y. Established in 2014 and headquartered in Rishon LeZion, Israel, PayBox allows users—such as event organizers and community groups—to collect, manage, and spend money collaboratively for various activities, including social events and shared living expenses. The service includes a smartphone application that facilitates immediate and secure fund transfers and purchases. Recognized as the most promising FinTech startup in Israel in 2015, PayBox received seed investment from Bank Poalim, the largest bank in Israel, highlighting its potential in the financial technology sector.

Myndlift

Seed Round in 2015
Myndlift Ltd., established in 2014 and headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, specializes in developing remote neurofeedback technology for mental health care. The company combines neurotechnology, behavioral psychology, and human care to provide a convenient at-home solution for users to interact with experienced practitioners. Myndlift's technology measures brain wave activity through EEG metrics, offering gamified exercises based on evidence-based techniques. With tens of thousands of individual users and hundreds of mental health providers, the company has positioned itself as the leading solution in its field, particularly for individuals with ADHD seeking to improve concentration.

Trendi Guru

Seed Round in 2015
Trendi Guru is an innovative company based in Tel Aviv, Israel, specializing in an online database of images featuring clothing and accessories. Founded in 2014, it utilizes machine-learning technology to automatically recognize and tag items found in photographs, enabling users to easily purchase products directly from various retailers. The platform scans content from publisher websites and generates affiliate links, allowing bloggers, brands, and advertisers to monetize their visual content effectively. In addition to its core offerings, Trendi Guru also provides access to celebrity and red carpet images, expanding its appeal to a diverse audience interested in fashion.

Lig

Grant in 2014
Lig operates an online platform that connects individuals with valid claims to suitable attorneys. The platform streamlines the legal process by allowing claimants to present case details, which are then matched with up to 15 appropriate lawyers. This facilitates efficient case resolution for claimants while providing cost-effective client acquisition for legal professionals. Established in 2013 and headquartered in Jerusalem, Israel, Lig aims to simplify legal processes.

Spire Education

Grant in 2013
Spire Education, Inc. is an educational organization based in Nairobi, Kenya, founded in 2013. The company develops innovative learning programs that focus on cultivating professional skills and attitudes among employees. It offers a range of educational services, including internal university initiatives, open courses, and career accelerator projects. Spire Education uniquely combines online content from elite U.S. universities with offline instructional design from leading charter schools and apprenticeships with top local employers. This approach provides a high-quality education at a fraction of the cost of traditional options, making advanced learning accessible to underserved students in emerging markets. Through a blend of in-person training and work-based practice, Spire Education aims to ensure that new ideas translate into effective work habits, ultimately preparing individuals for success in their careers.

MedAware

Grant in 2013
MedAware Ltd is a company focused on enhancing patient safety and reducing healthcare costs through innovative solutions that detect and eliminate prescription errors. Established in 2012 and based in Raanana, Israel, MedAware employs advanced data analytics and machine learning algorithms to analyze extensive electronic medical records. Its key products include the MedAS alerting system, which provides real-time notifications to prevent prescription errors, as well as decision support tools such as MedRIM for risk management, MedQC for quality control, and MedRAF to reduce alert fatigue. By offering these solutions to healthcare providers, pharmacy benefit management companies, and pharmacy chains, MedAware aims to improve the accuracy of prescriptions and mitigate potential risks associated with drug interactions, dosages, and allergies.

Pixtr

Grant in 2013
Pixtr Ltd. is a mobile photo editing application company founded in 2012 and based in Haifa, Israel. The application transforms photography by providing users with professional-quality editing tools designed for anyone, regardless of their photography expertise. Pixtr focuses on enhancing key elements in photos, particularly people, to ensure they always appear at their best. Its features include removing skin blemishes, correcting red-eye, and improving the natural look of selfies, even in group settings. By making advanced image improvement accessible to all, Pixtr aims to set a new standard in photography, positioning itself as a go-to solution for enhancing photographs across various platforms.

Vecoy

Grant in 2013
Vecoy Nanomedicines Ltd., a privately held company, incorporated in Israel in 2010, is a leading company in the application of nanomedicine technologies to the complex issues of viral diseases. The Vecoy technology will fundamentally change the treatment of viral infections by administering novel nano-scale virus-traps that capture and destroy viruses.

ZanaAfrica

Grant in 2011
ZanaAfrica Group is a Kenyan social enterprise that focuses on providing high-quality, affordable menstrual products designed specifically for the local market. The company manufactures Nia sanitary pads, supporting over 100,000 women across Kenya in managing their menstruation with dignity and affordability. Beyond product provision, ZanaAfrica emphasizes health education, offering information directly on its product packaging and through a dedicated hotline and chatbot. This initiative helps women and girls access necessary information about menstruation, relationships, and safety, connecting them to local health resources. By combining non-profit values with business strategies, ZanaAfrica aims to create a sustainable model that not only addresses menstruation management but also contributes to the overall empowerment of women in Kenya. Profits from the enterprise are directed towards funding the ZanaAfrica Foundation, further enhancing its social mission.

Sanergy

Grant in 2011
Sanergy, Inc. focuses on enhancing sanitation infrastructure in urban slums, particularly in Nairobi, Kenya. Established in 2010, the company builds a network of low-cost sanitation centers equipped with essential facilities such as toilets and showers. These centers are then franchised to local entrepreneurs, with financial support from microfinance institutions. Sanergy not only provides access to hygienic sanitation but also collects human waste daily for processing. This waste is converted into valuable byproducts, including organic fertilizers and renewable energy through a biogas generation process. The organic fertilizers are sold to both commercial farms and smallholder farmers, while the generated biogas is used to produce electricity for sale. Sanergy's mission is to promote public health and environmental sustainability by creating an efficient and equitable sanitation system that addresses the needs of underserved urban communities.

Nairobi Capital

Grant in 2010
Nairobi Capital, Inc. is a Real Estate Development and Business Finance Company targeting the emerging middle class in Africa. It is a US Company incorporated in the state of Delaware, with its principal office in the state of Massachusetts, where it is registered to do business.

Emergent Energy

Grant in 2010
Emergent Energy (Pty) Ltd. specializes in providing renewable energy solutions, including both grid-tied and off-grid systems, sustainable building design, and energy efficiency consulting. Founded in 2010 and based in Cape Town, South Africa, the company caters to a diverse clientele across various sectors, such as information and communication technology, agriculture, hospitality, education, and government. Its offerings include tailored solar photovoltaic systems, wind and hydro solutions, and Energy Heat Pump installations, all designed to meet the unique challenges of different environments. Emergent Energy also supports clients with comprehensive technical guidance and monitoring solutions to track system performance and ensure efficient operation and maintenance. With a commitment to enhancing the sustainability of South Africa’s energy sector, the company draws on extensive local and international expertise to deliver innovative solutions that promote cleaner and more reliable energy systems.

Seeding Labs

Seed Round in 2010
Seeding Labs is an organization dedicated to advancing scientific research in developing countries by providing essential resources such as laboratory equipment, training, and international collaboration opportunities. By empowering talented scientists in regions like Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, and Asia, Seeding Labs aims to facilitate impactful research that addresses critical challenges in healthcare, agriculture, clean energy, and environmental sustainability. The organization focuses on enhancing the capacity of these scientists to contribute to significant advancements in health, food security, energy solutions, and overall economic development, thereby reshaping the global landscape of science and innovation.
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