MassChallenge

MassChallenge is a global startup accelerator supporting early-stage entrepreneurs across various industries. Founded in 2009, it provides mentorship, resources, and networking opportunities through its programs worldwide.

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 Consumer Electronics

Femtosense

Non Equity Assistance in 2024
Femtosense is a technology company specializing in the development of ultra-energy-efficient neural network models aimed at facilitating large-scale neural network processing at the edge. The company's innovative models leverage nonlinear dynamics and space-time sparsity, drawing inspiration from biological neural networks, to achieve high performance-per-joule on complex processing tasks. This technology enables businesses to implement user interfaces characterized by ultra-low latency and low power consumption, while also ensuring complete user privacy.

Hydrobee

Non Equity Assistance in 2023
Hydrobee develops innovative clean energy technology to address global challenges. Their flagship product, Firebee™, converts heat from stoves into USB charging power for devices like phones and LED lights. By improving combustion efficiency and reducing smoke, Hydrobee aims to alleviate indoor air pollution and energy poverty among the billions who rely on biomass stoves daily.

Scrapp

Non Equity Assistance in 2023
Scrapp is a mobile app that uses AI technology to scan waste items and determine their recyclability based on local rules. It aims to reduce contaminated waste, double recycling participation, and connect stakeholders in the recycling value chain through data-driven insights.

Unsmudgeable

Non Equity Assistance in 2023
Unsmudgeable offers anti-smudge eyeglasses lens coating that is safe, productive, and convenient in a single application.

Kyunas

Non Equity Assistance in 2023
Kyunas is an audio engineering company specialising in future technologies for earbuds. Kyunas dedicated to creating a richer, more intuitive user interface for audio, for many of our day to day tasks, allowing us to be more present in our daily lives..

Glydr

Non Equity Assistance in 2023
Glydr is a technology company specializing in innovative gaming controllers. Its flagship product is a dual analog foot-operated controller, designed to revolutionize how users interact with video games and virtual reality (VR) environments. By leveraging the natural speed and agility of human feet, Glydr allows users to control movement and perform actions, freeing their hands for tactical gameplay. Compatible with most PC video games, Glydr offers customizable profiles and is easy to learn, providing a comfortable and intuitive gaming experience. It also aims to alleviate hand and wrist strain associated with prolonged gaming sessions.

ENERGY2GO

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
ENERGY2GO is a provider of direct solar energy recharge to small devices and built-in power banks. The integrated PowerBank can store the sun's energy and provide customers with clean energy at any time of day and in sunlight conditions.

Tru-Spot Technologies

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Tru-Spot Technologies specializes in Augmented Reality solutions for enhancing fan experiences at concerts and sporting events. Their innovative technology enables real-time interaction with on-field action, transforming live event viewing from home.

DeepCharge

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
DeepCharge, Inc. is a Massachusetts-based company founded in 2018 that specializes in wireless charging solutions for both businesses and individuals. The company has developed a proprietary platform that integrates electromagnetic coils into surfaces, allowing them to function as intelligent, wireless chargers for various electronic devices, such as laptops, smartphones, and tablets. DeepCharge’s technology utilizes AI-enabled software-defined charging, enabling it to sense and localize devices for efficient power delivery without requiring coil alignment. This innovative approach allows for the creation of versatile charging solutions that can transform ordinary surfaces, like countertops and desks, into contactless charging systems. The company's offerings are applicable across several sectors, including consumer electronics, healthcare, and hospitality, enhancing the convenience and efficiency of charging devices in a wide array of environments.

Tender light Scientific

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Through the experience of 15-year skin optics research, we developed optical modules that work in conjunction with sophisicated algorithms to quantify various skin contents such as hemoglobin, bilirubin, skin collagen, skin oxidative stress, blood glucose variation, and etc. In contrast to the market available wearable optical modules that can only measure heart beat rate, our wearable module design provides much more information for personal health monitoring and thus could have multitude application scenarios with great marketing potential.

Electra Vehicles

Grant in 2021
Electra Vehicles, Inc. is a Boston-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in developing advanced battery design and control software for the electric vehicle and electric fleet industries. Its primary offerings include EVE.Ai 360 Adaptive Controls, which leverage artificial intelligence to optimize battery pack management through machine learning predictive algorithms. This technology is embedded in electric vehicles and connects to the Cloud to enhance charging performance, range, and overall battery lifespan. Additionally, Electra's EnPower Design Suite provides battery engineers with access to a comprehensive database of over 300 cell options, facilitating early-stage cell selection and rapid simulation. The company's solutions aim to address critical design and performance challenges within the electric vehicle sector, ultimately supporting the acceleration of global electrification efforts.

ZEG

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
ZEG is a developer of a 3D model platform designed for various consumer goods, including furniture, shoes, and clothing. The platform utilizes computer vision and deep learning technologies to create photorealistic 3D content, allowing clients to effectively showcase their products. By offering an efficient means to present goods in three-dimensional and extended reality formats, ZEG helps businesses reduce both the time and costs associated with product visualization. This innovative approach enhances the consumer experience and aims to increase conversion rates for clients.

Tellus

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Tellus is a healthcare technology company that uses advanced sensor technology to monitor elderly residents' vital signs wirelessly, without requiring wearables. It provides real-time actionable health information to improve eldercare quality and operational efficiency.

LOCKER LIFESTYLE

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Locker Lifestyle is a manufacturer of wearable lockers designed to keep belongings safe while traveling or working out in a gym. Their wearable lockers include wrist wallets, pocket headbands, and an ankle locker for keeping all essential belongings. It comes up with a fabric that is sweat-wicking and machine-washable, enabling individuals to secure belongings while having safety, stress reduction, and convenience.

CUE Audio

Pre Seed Round in 2020
CUE Audio, founded in October 2017, specializes in data-over-audio technology that allows for communication between microphones and speakers using sound waves. The company has developed an innovative solution that employs high-frequency, ultrasonic audio to transmit data, providing an offline and network-free alternative to traditional connectivity methods like Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. CUE's flagship product features a synchronized smartphone light show that enhances live events by integrating this technology into music. Within a short period, CUE has successfully transformed the experiences of over 10 million fans at events for prominent clients, including Coca-Cola, Disney, and various professional and collegiate sports teams.

CLIP

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
CLIP is a clean-mobility company based in Brooklyn, New York, that develops plug-and-play devices to convert ordinary bicycles into electric bikes. Its technology installs without tools or bike frame modifications and works with most commuter, hybrid, road, and shared bikes. The devices are portable, can be carried in a backpack, and can be charged from a desk or other convenient power source. The company aims to democratize e-bike technology by offering an affordable, out-of-the-box electric mobility platform that enables users to motorize existing bikes rather than purchasing new hardware.

HanaBi

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
HanaBi wants to offer these customers a ready-to-go solution to penetrate the in-wash fabric solid scent booster market, and to their consumers better product to fulfill their long-lasting fragrance expectations.

Exomotion

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Exomotion SA is a Swiss company founded in 2018, located in Plan-les-Ouates, Geneva. The company specializes in the development of innovative personal mobility devices that utilize robotics technology. Exomotion's products are designed to enhance omnidirectional movement, featuring electronic movement systems that combine electrical boards with motion sensors and a wheeled mechanism. This technology enables the devices to move in any direction and rotate instantly, significantly improving the user experience. By rethinking the concept of e-mobility, Exomotion aims to enhance mobility solutions with a focus on omnidirectionality and safety.

Resprana

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Resprana is a technology company specializing in the development and manufacture of a wearable air filter, designed to be worn in the nose. This innovative device monitors and purifies the air inhaled, providing users with clean air and protection against pollution, thereby enabling them to "own their air" in polluted environments.

HVACIntel

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
HVACIntel's patent-pending hardware and method monitors equipment and proactively alerts contractors and homeowners so they can take steps to diagnose the problem before it causes a major inconvenience in terms of a health hazard or a major expense to replace the equipment. The platform provides peace of mind to small business owners, who, per contract are required to maintain the HVAC equipment for their rented space and avoid losing customers and business due to loss of air conditioning.

Anything Connected

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Anything Connected develops an AI-driven data platform focused on predictive maintenance. Their key product is the Data Node, an internet-connected sensor sticker that measures variables like electricity consumption to predict equipment failures. This enables businesses to maintain their products more efficiently and cost-effectively.

A.D Knight

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
A.D Knight develops wireless sensing technology to detect pedestrians and vulnerable road users by leveraging personal devices and connected sensors. The system measures the positions of personal devices relative to vehicles, estimates road users' trajectories, and evaluates traffic awareness in real time, including low-light environments. Its solutions help municipalities, road operators, and asset owners deliver real-time safety alerts to pedestrians, micro-mobility users, and other road users, with the aim of preventing accidents and improving safety for walking, jogging, cycling, and driving. The approach emphasizes privacy by passively collecting data.

Candam

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Candam is a technology company in the waste management solutions sector developing real-time packaging material recognition and waste sorting technology. It has developed a patented Smart Ring that identifies all types of packaging materials using acoustic techniques and AI, enabling more accurate waste sorting and efficient collection. The company also offers a waste management platform that uses secure acoustic edge AI for smart containers to increase recycling rates, support the circular economy, and address plastic waste in urban environments, with applications including pharmaceutical waste management.

Synthara

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Synthara is a Swiss semiconductor company focused on in-memory computing for embedded chips and smart sensor applications. It develops ComputeRAM, a drop-in memory-based compute technology that performs complex calculations directly in memory, reducing CPU workload and improving performance for AI workloads. The technology targets energy-constrained environments and applications including wearables, hearing aids, biomedical monitoring, AR/VR, and industrial IoT sensors, as well as drones, autonomous navigation, space, aerospace, and automotive use cases. Synthara's approach is processor-agnostic and can be integrated with existing microcontrollers to boost energy efficiency and latency without redesigning silicon. The company supports chipmakers and device manufacturers seeking lower costs, shorter time to market, and greater computational throughput. Based in Zurich, Synthara emphasizes enabling seamless adoption of in-memory computing across embedded platforms to extend battery life and unlock new opportunities for intelligent sensing.

Bloomer Tech

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Bloomer Tech is a company that designs and manufactures bras embedded with advanced fabric engineering technology to monitor women's cardiovascular health. Founded in 2015 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company utilizes everyday fabrics and machine learning to collect critical health metrics, including electrocardiograms, pulse rates, respiratory rates, and heart rhythms. By integrating biometric sensors into its products, Bloomer Tech aims to create a reliable data set that enhances understanding of women's heart health and supports personalized healthcare solutions. The company's innovative approach enables real-time access to meaningful health data for users and healthcare professionals, facilitating improved monitoring and treatment of chronic diseases. The founders of Bloomer Tech, Aceil Halaby, Alicia Chong Rodriguez, and Monica Abarca, are committed to addressing global cardiovascular health challenges through their technology.

WipeFlush

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
WipeFlush is developing a multi-application wipe that feels, looks AND COSTS like a regular wipe, but disperses like toilette tissue.

Celucambio.com

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Celucambio.com is the easiest way to buy or sell used smartphone

Bridger Helmets

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Bridger Helmets is an outdoor and sporting goods company that provides bike and snow sports helmets.

Lilu

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Lilu develops innovative, tech-enabled devices for new mothers. Its flagship product is a massage bra that mimics a baby's natural motions during breastfeeding, enhancing milk output and reducing associated discomfort. The company aims to empower women by improving lactation outcomes and managing breast milk supply efficiently.

Tactus Music

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Tactus Music is a producer and supplier of wearable devices. They are working on devices that optimize music for tactile feeling on the body, allowing people to sense music. They provide products for professors, dancers, and choreographers.

FINDOURVIEW

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Findourview is a text-based consumer feedback software that offers product reviews and questionnaires. They involve in consumer insight, AI, NLP, collective intelligence, customer feedback, text analysis, survey analysis, review analysis, consumer reviews, commerce content, and affiliate content.

Out Of The Box Education

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Out Of The Box is a consumer edtech startup founded out of MIT. We bring classroom learning and playing experiences to children anywhere, through a learning platform with personalized content (software) and an award-winning classroom-in-a-box (hardware) that transforms any space into a learning and playing environment.

Jamber

Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Jamber, Inc. is a consumer product company based in Hull, Massachusetts, that specializes in the manufacture and sale of ergonomic mugs and teacups. Founded in 2014, the company focuses on providing innovative and comfortable drinkware solutions to its customers. Jamber sells its products primarily through online channels, catering to a growing market of consumers seeking both functionality and design in their everyday items.

Yago

Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Yago enables independence for people with hand motor impairments. Yago is a portable exoskeleton to support independence in daily living for people with hand motor impairments.

Resonado Labs

Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Resonado Labs, established in 2017, specializes in designing and developing innovative audio hardware solutions. Headquartered in South Bend, Indiana, with additional offices in San Francisco, Boston, and Anyang, the company focuses on transducer design and engineering to enhance sound reproduction. Resonado Labs caters to various industries, including automotive, consumer electronics, home theater, hospitality, and marine, offering products ranging from miniaturized sub-woofer drivers to long-range sonic projection arrays. The company's mission is to bring real innovation to the audio market by improving acoustic performance through continuous experimentation with materials and motor structure architectures.

Smoodi

Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Smoodi is a company that specializes in the development of an automated smoothie machine designed for convenience and ease of use. This innovative machine features a touchscreen interface, allowing customers to select from a range of pre-programmed smoothie recipes or create their own customized blends. One of its key attributes is its self-cleaning capability, which eliminates the hassle of cleanup after use. In addition to the machine, Smoodi offers pre-packed, all-natural frozen smoothie cups that can be stored in a separate freezer unit. This product line is particularly appealing to convenience store owners, as it enables them to provide fresh, premium, and on-demand healthy nutrition to meet the growing consumer demand for convenient and nutritious options.

kaiosID

Non Equity Assistance in 2019
kaiosID is a cloud-based traceability solution that offers brands a method to combat counterfeiting and grey market issues through the use of unique hidden patterns on product packaging. These patterns function as fingerprints for each product and can be easily verified using a smartphone. The company's technology integrates seamlessly into existing production, packaging, and logistics processes without the need for additional hardware, making it a straightforward and effective traceability solution. By enabling brands to track their consumer goods securely, kaiosID helps protect brand reputation while providing valuable theft prevention analytics.

Swistor

Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Swistor develops high-energy, ultra-fast charging battery replacements and density-energy battery solutions that enable devices to recharge quickly and achieve longer lifetimes. The technology relies on carbon nanotube supercapacitors to replace conventional batteries, delivering faster charging and greater durability while using environmentally friendly and safe materials. Swistor targets major mobile phone providers and the growing self-powered IoT market, helping manufacturers offer products with extended battery life and rapid recharging without compromising safety or sustainability.

Konnecto

Grant in 2018
Konnecto is a New York-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in developing a software as a service (SaaS) platform aimed at enhancing customer engagement for brands across various social media environments. The platform is recognized as the world's first prescriptive marketing tool, providing consumer brands with daily recommendations to boost online sales by analyzing competitors' customer journeys and identifying vulnerabilities in the path to purchase. Konnecto's technology allows brands to gain deep insights into consumer preferences, attitudes, and behaviors while prioritizing user privacy. By collecting and analyzing data from multiple platforms, the company helps clients create detailed consumer profiles that inform future marketing strategies and campaigns. Its clientele includes notable companies such as Coca-Cola and MyHeritage, among others.

HiLyte

Non Equity Assistance in 2018
HiLyte provides off-grid energy solutions, specializing in portable lighting and phone-charging services for rural communities. They equip local agents with training and support to offer hiLyte cubes, reducing dependence on polluting alternatives.

Cleancult

Grant in 2018
Cleancult produces eco-friendly cleaning products, focusing on sustainable packaging and natural ingredients. Their laundry detergents are non-toxic, allergy-friendly pods designed to encourage a shift from single-use plastics.

AVAtronics

Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Founded in 2016, AVAtronics specializes in developing noise-cancelling technology for electronic devices. Its Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) solution offers low power consumption and wide-band capabilities, selectively cancelling unwanted noises without compromising audio quality.

Foldaway

Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Foldaway specializes in the development of ultra-portable and low-cost origami haptic interfaces that enhance user interaction through the sense of touch. Its innovative devices are designed to provide advanced tactile experiences by enabling users to perceive force, stiffness, and texture. The first prototype features three degrees of freedom and can track finger motion, allowing for dynamic interaction. Its compact, palm-sized, and thin design makes it an ideal user interface for various portable devices. By utilizing origami manufacturing techniques, Foldaway's products can fold away when not in use, offering both functionality and convenience. The company's haptic interfaces aim to enrich digital navigation by translating data into tangible sensations, thereby improving user engagement with technology.

RacerX

Non Equity Assistance in 2018
RacerX specializes in consumer electronics and appliances. They developed the Snap4That app, which digitizes traditional printed product inserts, providing users instant access to manuals, videos, support, FAQs, compatible accessories, and replacement parts via QR code scanning. This also enables brands to collect customer contact information.

Labby

Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Labby Inc. is a technology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in smartphone-based optical spectrometry for agricultural applications. Founded in 2017, Labby develops an artificial intelligence-driven platform that translates raw optical data into actionable insights, primarily for farmers and dairy processors. Its flagship product allows for rapid and precise testing of milk composition, facilitating early mastitis detection and enabling timely intervention. Additionally, Labby's technology is applicable across various sectors, including the detection of spoilage, adulterants, and contamination in the supply chain, as well as providing analytics for tracking harvest cycles and meteorological data mapping. The company also caters to the beer and wine industries, offering portable testing devices for quality control and counterfeit detection, serving a diverse clientele that ranges from large breweries to homebrewers.

Tacit Motion

Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Tacit Motion specializes in kinetic monitoring and personal training via wearable sensors. Its patent-pending system enables real-time full-body tracking, facilitating body language communication and personalized fitness improvement.

ThermoBionics

Non Equity Assistance in 2018
ThermoBionics is a manufacturer specializing in wearable cooling products that leverage innovative technology to enhance cooling efficiency while minimizing weight. The company focuses on developing apparel that utilizes its proprietary, patent-pending technology to artificially regulate the body's thermoregulatory functions. This allows users to reduce perspiration and promote moisture evaporation, ensuring comfort in various outdoor temperature and humidity conditions.

Meredot

Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Founded in 2018, Meredot specializes in wireless charging systems for various devices including mobile phones, laptops, earphones, speakers, and automobiles. Their key products are MeOutlet, a contactless power outlet system, and MePower, a cable-free charger for multiple devices. Meredot's innovative technology aims to enhance convenience while promoting sustainability.

Backspace

Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Backspace is junk removal with an environment saving twist. Rather than taking items to the landfill, Backspace can recycle most of it. We donate what we can like clothing and furniture, but if not then we can recycle it. We can recycle computers, appliances, metal, cardboard, mattresses, and lots of other items.

Laelaps

Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Laelaps specializes in the development of high-quality GPS tracking collars designed for hunting and outdoor dogs. The company’s innovative system combines GPS, VHF radio, and Bluetooth technologies to provide real-time location tracking for dogs. This solution allows dog owners to receive location updates via text messages, ensuring they can stay connected with their pets during outdoor activities. Laelaps collars are noted for their outstanding durability, being waterproof and weather-tested, and feature a long-lasting battery life with exceptional range coverage. This technology enables pet owners to easily monitor their dogs' positions through a smartphone interface, enhancing the safety and tracking capabilities for outdoor enthusiasts.

Brands Of

Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Brands Of Holding Inc. is a holding company that operates an e-commerce marketplace, enabling brands to sell a variety of products, including apparel, accessories, lifestyle items, and personal care products. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Juan, Puerto Rico, the company serves markets in Latin America, including Nicaragua, Argentina, and Mexico. Brands Of provides local entrepreneurs with essential digital tools for exporting their products and enhancing their brand visibility. Through its platform, the company offers digital marketing services, consulting, and business intelligence, effectively targeting consumers both locally and within the diaspora of their home countries, particularly US Hispanics.

AquaSprouts

Non Equity Assistance in 2018
AquaSprouts designs and manufactures gardening appliances that enable aquaponic and hydroponic farming in the home, office, and classroom. The products transform aquariums into integrated gardens by circulating aquarium water through a garden bed and recycling fish waste to provide nutrients for plants, while maintaining clear water and reducing the need for extra filtration or frequent water changes. The solution offers a compact, space-efficient, and aesthetically oriented approach to indoor horticulture.

Virtuality New Space

Grant in 2017
They use a VR headset and a gesture recognition camera to create a high quality, enjoyable experience that will allow customers to interact naturally with products using only their hands, view from every angle and customize the product in the VR.They've created an amazing shopping experience using Virtual Reality (VR), helping reatilers by reducing physical store space, and support marketing through consumer behavior analysis.

Tacit Motion

Grant in 2017
Tacit Motion specializes in kinetic monitoring and personal training via wearable sensors. Its patent-pending system enables real-time full-body tracking, facilitating body language communication and personalized fitness improvement.

InvisaWear

Grant in 2017
InvisaWear specializes in designing fashionable safety devices disguised as jewelry and accessories. Their products connect via Bluetooth to smartphones, utilizing GPS for easy location, empowering users with peace of mind during emergencies.

Perseus Mirrors

Grant in 2017
Perseus Mirrors specializes in the development of smart mirrors, with its flagship product being the Perseus Mirror. This innovative device features an interactive digital display that enhances user connectivity through voice recognition and an intuitive design. Equipped with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth capabilities, the smart mirror allows for seamless device syncing and offers a customizable digital interface for personalized information display. Additionally, it includes an embedded camera for video conferencing and capturing images, enabling users to maintain connections with friends and family in a modern and engaging way.

Mycroft

Non Equity Assistance in 2017
Mycroft AI, Inc. is a developer of an open-source voice assistant platform that enables users to interact with their electronic devices through voice commands. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, with additional offices in Palo Alto, California, and Lawrence, Kansas, Mycroft's software operates as an adaptable platform that can be customized and integrated into various devices, including refrigerators, computers, speakers, wearables, cars, and televisions. The company emphasizes a privacy-focused approach, utilizing artificial intelligence and natural language processing to enhance user experience while maintaining an open-source and open-hardware framework. This allows for extensive extension and personalization, catering to the diverse needs of users.

Neopenda

Non Equity Assistance in 2017
Neopenda designs and develops a reusable vital signs monitoring device integrated into a baby hat for critically ill newborns. The device measures pulse rate, respiratory rate, peripheral blood oxygen saturation, and temperature, transmitting real-time data to healthcare workers.

Gaszen

Non Equity Assistance in 2016
Gaszen is a developer of an innovative gas management platform focused on enhancing the consumption experience for users of propane, a primary energy source for approximately 3 billion people globally. The company offers a comprehensive Internet of Things (IoT) solution that connects stationary propane tanks to the internet, allowing for real-time monitoring and management. Its platform includes a wireless sensor that replaces traditional analog meters, providing users with insights into their consumption patterns and tank levels over days and weeks. This transparency empowers both residential users and small to medium-sized businesses to optimize their propane usage, ultimately enabling them to save money and avoid running out of fuel. Gaszen's strategic focus on the Mexican market, where propane consumption per capita is the highest in the Americas, aligns with its goal of serving a significant number of users and streamlining interactions among consumers, gas suppliers, and dispatchers through dedicated applications and dashboards.

Gaszen

Seed Round in 2016
Gaszen is a developer of an innovative gas management platform focused on enhancing the consumption experience for users of propane, a primary energy source for approximately 3 billion people globally. The company offers a comprehensive Internet of Things (IoT) solution that connects stationary propane tanks to the internet, allowing for real-time monitoring and management. Its platform includes a wireless sensor that replaces traditional analog meters, providing users with insights into their consumption patterns and tank levels over days and weeks. This transparency empowers both residential users and small to medium-sized businesses to optimize their propane usage, ultimately enabling them to save money and avoid running out of fuel. Gaszen's strategic focus on the Mexican market, where propane consumption per capita is the highest in the Americas, aligns with its goal of serving a significant number of users and streamlining interactions among consumers, gas suppliers, and dispatchers through dedicated applications and dashboards.

Xsensio

Grant in 2016
Xsensio is a digital health company focused on revolutionizing healthcare monitoring. It specializes in developing a wearable, Lab-on-Skin© platform that continuously analyzes biochemical data from the skin's surface in real-time, offering unprecedented insights into health and wellness.

uSonik

Grant in 2016
uSonik is designed to clean all your teeth in seconds.

Cognilyze

Grant in 2016
Cognilyze is a developer of a unique psychology-based recommendation engine designed specifically for eCommerce platforms. Unlike traditional recommendation systems that focus solely on purchase history, Cognilyze delves into the motivations behind a shopper's choices, creating highly personalized and relevant product suggestions. By building psychological profiles for individual shoppers, the engine understands their specific motives and reasons for purchasing. This approach enhances the shopping experience across multiple channels, offering recommendations that may not align with previous purchases or popular trends, thereby surprising and delighting customers with tailored suggestions.

EarBuddy

Grant in 2016
EarBuddy presents an opportunity to disrupt the $5.4 billion hearing aid market with a device that tackles the two key barriers to hearing aid adoption: high cost and negative stigma.The EarBuddy is a 'hearable' that combines the digital sound processing capabilities of a hearing aid and the branding, marketing and product design of earphones. It is an off-the-shelf product that allows the user to define their own listening experience for music and communication in any environment.

SensorWake

Grant in 2016
SensorWake SAS, established in 2015 and headquartered in Nantes, France, specializes in manufacturing and distributing innovative alarm clocks that stimulate multiple senses. Their flagship product, an olfactory alarm clock, gently rouses users with a choice of pleasant scents like croissant, espresso, or seaside, accompanied by soft visual and auditory cues. SensorWake's products are sold through both retail stores and online platforms, with a commitment to using recyclable materials. The company, a subsidiary of Maison Berger Paris, aims to promote global well-being by diffusing positive moods through its unique alarm clocks.

TANGI0

Grant in 2016
Tangi0 Ltd is a London-based company that specializes in the research, development, and manufacturing of an innovative touch-sensitive material designed to replace traditional electronic sensors. Founded in 2015, Tangi0's technology provides a flexible solution for creating three-dimensional controls that are ergonomic, intuitive, and engaging. The company's manufacturing process is assembly-free and cost-effective. Tangi0 is actively developing a range of computer peripheral products and seeking joint development partnerships with major players in the automotive and gaming sectors, aiming to enhance the functionality and user experience of various applications.

Smart Home Technology

Grant in 2016
Smart Home Technology GmbH, founded in 2014 and based in Zurich, Switzerland, specializes in the development of smart devices and home automation products. The company is dedicated to enhancing existing systems by providing ultra-low power, reliable, and cost-effective solutions derived from scientific research and advanced technological expertise. Smart Home Technology employs zero-standby power technology, enabling the operation of electrical devices and household appliances with no standby energy losses. By focusing on security and communication concepts, the company offers highly efficient systems integrated with smart software, catering primarily to business customers in the cleantech and smart home sectors.

MishiPay

Grant in 2016
MishiPay Limited is a technology company that specializes in mobile self-checkout solutions for retail environments. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in London, with an additional office in Bangalore, India, MishiPay has developed an innovative application that allows in-store shoppers to select products, scan barcodes, and make secure payments directly through their smartphones. This technology eliminates the need for traditional checkout lines, enabling customers to complete their purchases quickly and efficiently. MishiPay serves a diverse range of retailers across various sectors, including fashion, consumer electronics, DIY, sports, and convenience stores, enhancing the shopping experience by facilitating cashless transactions and reducing wait times.

Rover Development

Grant in 2016
Rover specializes in IoT innovations focused on enhancing consumer interactions with everyday objects. They are known for creating the Jasha sensor, a low-cost RFID pressure sensor that resides within tires or other inflatables, powered and queried by users' smartphones without needing batteries.

Ekko Audio

Grant in 2016
Ekko Audio is a developer of innovative audio technology focused on enhancing the listening experience through its flagship product, the HUB. This Hi-Fi, Wi-Fi audio hub allows users to share high-quality wireless audio with multiple listeners simultaneously, accommodating 4 or more users. Designed for versatility, the HUB connects to any audio source and supports various listening devices such as earbuds, headphones, and powered speakers. Its advanced streaming technology ensures ultra-low latency and audiophile-grade sound quality, catering to both casual listeners and discerning audiophiles. The HUB includes individual wireless receivers equipped with volume and mute controls, enabling personalized listening experiences. Additionally, the accompanying mobile app offers customization features such as equalizer settings and volume safety limits, making it suitable for families. Ekko Audio's design emphasizes both functionality and aesthetics, ensuring that the HUB fits seamlessly into any home environment. With its commitment to high-resolution audio and user-friendly controls, Ekko Audio aims to redefine group listening with a sophisticated yet accessible solution.

Lux Labs

Grant in 2016
Lux Labs specializes in the development of advanced optical materials, utilizing cutting-edge nanophotonics and polymer fabrication techniques. The company's flagship innovation is a transparent display technology designed to transform any window or clear surface into a projection screen. This proprietary technology employs optical angular selective film and wavelength-selective scattering film, enabling consumers to retrofit various clear substrates for use as fully transparent displays.

Electra Vehicles

Grant in 2016
Electra Vehicles, Inc. is a Boston-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in developing advanced battery design and control software for the electric vehicle and electric fleet industries. Its primary offerings include EVE.Ai 360 Adaptive Controls, which leverage artificial intelligence to optimize battery pack management through machine learning predictive algorithms. This technology is embedded in electric vehicles and connects to the Cloud to enhance charging performance, range, and overall battery lifespan. Additionally, Electra's EnPower Design Suite provides battery engineers with access to a comprehensive database of over 300 cell options, facilitating early-stage cell selection and rapid simulation. The company's solutions aim to address critical design and performance challenges within the electric vehicle sector, ultimately supporting the acceleration of global electrification efforts.

Xogo

Convertible Note in 2016
Xogo develops a hardware and software platform that enables people with disabilities to control their technology experience. The platform connects a wide range of devices and inputs, including USB, Bluetooth, WiFi, and 3.5mm jack interfaces, allowing users to operate cable boxes, smart home devices, video game consoles, and more in ways that suit their abilities and preferences. By integrating diverse devices, Xogo helps users maximize the functions of their devices and use technology on their terms.

Xogo

Non Equity Assistance in 2016
Xogo develops a hardware and software platform that enables people with disabilities to control their technology experience. The platform connects a wide range of devices and inputs, including USB, Bluetooth, WiFi, and 3.5mm jack interfaces, allowing users to operate cable boxes, smart home devices, video game consoles, and more in ways that suit their abilities and preferences. By integrating diverse devices, Xogo helps users maximize the functions of their devices and use technology on their terms.

Konnecto

Non Equity Assistance in 2016
Konnecto is a New York-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in developing a software as a service (SaaS) platform aimed at enhancing customer engagement for brands across various social media environments. The platform is recognized as the world's first prescriptive marketing tool, providing consumer brands with daily recommendations to boost online sales by analyzing competitors' customer journeys and identifying vulnerabilities in the path to purchase. Konnecto's technology allows brands to gain deep insights into consumer preferences, attitudes, and behaviors while prioritizing user privacy. By collecting and analyzing data from multiple platforms, the company helps clients create detailed consumer profiles that inform future marketing strategies and campaigns. Its clientele includes notable companies such as Coca-Cola and MyHeritage, among others.

Allergy Amulet

Seed Round in 2016
Allergy Amulet Inc. is a Madison, Wisconsin-based company that specializes in the manufacture and sale of consumer food allergen sensors. Founded in 2016, the company has developed the Allergy Amulet, which is recognized as the world's smallest and fastest sensor for detecting common allergenic ingredients in food. This innovative device caters to a wide audience, including families, individuals, children, and businesses, allowing users to test food for allergens in seconds. Its sleek and portable design enables users to carry it conveniently on a keychain, necklace, or wristband, promoting safety and peace of mind for those affected by food allergies. With food allergies impacting approximately 32 million Americans and hundreds of millions globally, Allergy Amulet aims to enhance the quality of life for individuals with food allergies or intolerances.

Dash Electric

Venture Round in 2015
Dash Electric Inc, based in Boston, Massachusetts, specializes in the manufacture of electric longboards. The company offers a unique product that allows users to convert traditional longboards into electric-powered versions using a simple modification of the existing four bolts on their setup. This innovative approach enables riders to effortlessly navigate various terrains, including hills and urban environments, making electric transportation both accessible and economical. Dash Electric aims to enhance the longboarding experience by providing a convenient and versatile solution for commuting and leisure.

Energy Harvesters

Grant in 2015
Energy Harvesters LLC is commercializing a personal electronics mobile power source called the Walking Charger The Walking Charger allows users to charge the batteries in their mobile electronics devices anytime, anywhere just by walking.

Gesto

Grant in 2015
Gesto has a technology capable of controlling electronic devices using gestures. Nowadays, electronic devices are becoming more and more connected and there is not a platform capable of controlling them as a network. That is possible because they combine two types of data: muscle data,an electric signal produced by the muscles when contracted and motion data, that is the position of the user in a 3D dimension space.They have been focused in establish partnerships for different fields-of-use.

Water Hero

Grant in 2015
Water Hero provides an IoT-based water management system for homes and businesses that monitors water flow in real time, detects leaks, and transmits data to a cloud network. The system notifies users and can automatically close valves during leakage to prevent damage. It delivers detailed usage insights and alerts and enables customers to monitor consumption and respond quickly. The company positions its solution for integration with insurers and water appliance manufacturers and markets the product through direct sales and trade channels.

PianoArc

Grant in 2015
PianoArc specializes in designing and manufacturing high-end keyboard controllers tailored to the needs of professional musicians. Their innovative designs, such as the circular layout, enhance performance expression and stage presence.

CLARA Swiss Tech

Grant in 2015
CLARA is the unique and revolutionary smart jacket that incorporates ultra bright turn signals and braking sensors to automatically make cyclists, runners and every pedestrian safer in poor light conditions.The USB rechargeable circuit is equipped with sophisticated sensors as GPS, heart rate monitor, and inertial measurement unit to track performance data. The user can visualise all the information on the smartphone’s application to build healthy lifestyle habits and achieve personal goals.

danger!awesome

Grant in 2015
Danger!Awesome LLC, incorporated in 2014 and located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializes in laser-cutting and engraving services for a diverse range of materials, including wood, plastic, paper, and leather. The company caters to a wide array of clients, such as architects, artists, engineers, students, and small business owners. In addition to its core services, Danger!Awesome is developing an innovative super-powered professional solid-state laser cutter designed to deliver high performance at a consumer-friendly price point. This new device aims to replace traditional CO2-based laser systems, which are often prohibitively expensive, making laser technology more accessible to libraries, schools, and community spaces. The company also offers a membership-based community makerspace, allowing customers to collaborate with designers and technicians to create customized products tailored to their specific needs.

Quitbit

Grant in 2015
Quitbit is a technology company specializing in smoking cessation aids. It manufactures the world's first smart lighter, equipped with an integrated display that monitors cigarette consumption and tracks time since the last smoked cigarette. This device syncs wirelessly with Quitbit's mobile application, allowing users to view their smoking history, set reduction goals, and optionally regulate lighter usage. The app also features calculators to estimate financial savings from reduced smoking habits and offers social sharing options for progress tracking. Overall, Quitbit's system aims to empower individuals in their journey towards quitting or reducing smoking.

Allergy Amulet

Non Equity Assistance in 2015
Allergy Amulet Inc. is a Madison, Wisconsin-based company that specializes in the manufacture and sale of consumer food allergen sensors. Founded in 2016, the company has developed the Allergy Amulet, which is recognized as the world's smallest and fastest sensor for detecting common allergenic ingredients in food. This innovative device caters to a wide audience, including families, individuals, children, and businesses, allowing users to test food for allergens in seconds. Its sleek and portable design enables users to carry it conveniently on a keychain, necklace, or wristband, promoting safety and peace of mind for those affected by food allergies. With food allergies impacting approximately 32 million Americans and hundreds of millions globally, Allergy Amulet aims to enhance the quality of life for individuals with food allergies or intolerances.

PetSimpl

Grant in 2014
PetSimpl is a technology company focused on enhancing pet safety and security. It develops Pip, a lightweight wearable device designed to help pet owners locate their lost cats or dogs in real-time, thereby improving upon traditional microchips which require scanning for identification. The company aims to reduce the anxiety associated with lost pets by providing round-the-clock tracking capabilities, making it easier for pets to be reunited with their families promptly.

Zootility

Grant in 2014
Zootility makes useful and innovative products to help you conquer the everyday. From multi-tools and pocketknives, to fingernail friendly key rings, housewares and bottle openers. We've got you covered. Made in the USA.

Catchbox

Grant in 2014
Catchbox is a Finnish company that specializes in the development of a unique throwable wireless microphone designed to enhance audience engagement during events. Founded in 2012 at Aalto University, Catchbox emerged from the need to facilitate audience participation in lectures and conferences, where traditional microphone setups often hindered interaction. The innovative microphone features internal electronics that automatically mute the audio when the device is caught, thrown, or dropped, ensuring clear audio capture without unwanted noise. This design allows for seamless audio transmission from both presenters and audience members, promoting inclusive interactions in large spaces. Catchbox has undergone extensive product testing at over 100 events to refine its features and design, resulting in a product that supports hybrid meetings, voice lift, and real-time captioning. Early adopters of Catchbox include notable organizations such as Evernote and Nordic Business Forum, reflecting its effectiveness in fostering engaging communication during events.

ReFleece

Grant in 2014
ReFleece is a company dedicated to sustainable practices through the upcycling of damaged clothing and textile scraps. Established in 2012 by a former IDEO designer and a former science teacher, ReFleece collaborates with reputable clothing brands to transform materials that would otherwise be discarded into stylish accessories, such as iPad sleeves and laptop bags. By focusing on the principles of upcycling, ReFleece aims to challenge the culture of disposability in fashion, demonstrating that sustainability can be both scalable and profitable. The company has positioned itself as a leader in the production of modern, eco-friendly accessories, emphasizing the potential for waste reduction in the textile industry.

Ashton Instruments

Grant in 2014
Ashton Instruments is a startup based in Cambridge that specializes in the manufacturing of advanced cycling power meters. Their innovative product is designed to be easily inserted into the hollow spindles of SRAM or FSA cranksets for both road and mountain bikes, utilizing a plug-and-play form factor. The power meter functions as a reliable training and performance tracking tool for cyclists, incorporating features such as auto-zeroing and temperature compensation to ensure accurate data across various riding conditions. Equipped with both ANT+ and Bluetooth connectivity, the device is constructed from durable aluminum and is installed in the bottom bracket, making it a robust solution for cyclists seeking to enhance their performance metrics.

Real Life Analytics

Seed Round in 2014
Real Life Analytics specializes in digital advertising solutions that utilize advanced artificial intelligence and visual recognition technology. The company has developed software capable of analyzing consumer behavior in real-time, allowing for targeted advertising on any digital screen. By employing plug-and-play artificial intelligence dongles, Real Life Analytics enables environments such as shopping centers and subway stations to customize content based on the demographics and engagement of viewers. This innovative approach ensures that relevant advertising is delivered accurately and efficiently, enhancing the effectiveness of digital marketing strategies.

EnerLeap

Grant in 2013
EnerLeap is a patented, new lithium ion battery technology. In today's lithium ion batteries, the powder binders break down quickly, stunt performance and jeopardize safety. EnerLeap replaces these inefficient binders with a rigid 2D titanium silicide nanonet. The result is a lighter weight, faster charging, longer lasting and safer battery. We have lab scale prototypes and are currently planning to enter the $12B global lithium ion market through the consumer electronic space.

3dim

Grant in 2013
3dim is a technology company that transforms the interaction with smart devices through its innovative 3D gesture sensor. Utilizing a novel optical signal processing technique developed at MIT, 3dim's patent-pending technology enables precise 3D gesture recognition in battery-powered mobile devices, including smartphones, tablets, and wearables. This solution significantly reduces power consumption and computational complexity while maintaining functionality in various lighting conditions. The company's cameraless, firmware-level approach eliminates the need for additional hardware, allowing for intuitive and rich gestural interactions. By shifting the focus from traditional touch controls to gesture-based interfaces, 3dim aims to enhance user experience and redefine how individuals engage with their devices.

PlenOptika

Grant in 2012
PlenOptika, Inc. is a technology company based in Allston, Massachusetts, that specializes in the development of a handheld device called QuickSee, which provides accurate eyeglass prescriptions through precise refractive measurements. Founded in 2014 as a spin-off from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, the company addresses the significant global issue of low vision affecting over one billion people. QuickSee is designed to facilitate optometry, especially in rural and resource-limited settings, by simplifying the process of vision correction. The device captures the eye's full aberration fingerprint, effectively reducing the costs and physical space required by traditional autorefractors. PlenOptika aims to make eye care accessible to underserved communities worldwide and has received recognition from various social innovation foundations and business competitions for its contributions to healthcare technology.

SoundFest

Grant in 2012
SoundFest, established in 2011 by Mark Eisner and David Duehren, specializes in developing wireless earpieces designed to enhance hearing assistance through smartphone connectivity. Their innovative product integrates advanced speech detection and noise reduction algorithms into smartphones, tablets, and other multimedia devices, offering customers convenient assisted listening solutions.

Eone Timepieces

Grant in 2012
Eone Timepieces, Inc. is a Washington, D.C.-based company founded in 2011 that designs and manufactures innovative watches aimed at enhancing accessibility for individuals with varying abilities. Their flagship product, The Bradley, is a unique timepiece that allows users to tell time through touch rather than sight, making it suitable for situations where visual cues are impractical, such as during meetings or in movie theaters. The design features two ball bearings—one for minutes and another for hours—replacing traditional watch hands. Inspired by ex-Navy Lieutenant Bradley Snyder, who lost his sight while serving, The Bradley emphasizes inclusive design and functionality for all users. The watch has received several accolades, including a nomination for the Design Museum's Designs of the Year 2014 Award and the da Vinci Award in 2014, and has been recognized as an addition to the British Museum's collection. Eone Timepieces sells its products online, reflecting its commitment to accessibility and quality.

Movl

Grant in 2012
Movl is a developer of innovative connected applications that enhance the television experience by enabling seamless connectivity between smart TVs and smartphones through cloud technology. The company focuses on creating multi-user and multi-device applications that facilitate interactive experiences in the living room. Movl has gained recognition for its award-winning apps, including WeTeli and WeDraw, which showcase its proprietary platform. In 2011, Movl's WeDraw app won first prize in Samsung's Free the TV Challenge, earning over $200,000 in cash prizes, while WeTeli received an honorable mention at CES 2011. With a skilled team, Movl is poised to continue its development of cutting-edge TV applications.

OnHand

Grant in 2012
OnHand is a manufacturer of electronic accessories designed for portable usage, addressing the growing need for convenient and functional technology in an increasingly digital world. The company provides a variety of products, including charging cables, speakers, nylon cables, USB wall outlets, and portable adapters for Android and iOS devices. By focusing on enhancing the usability of electronic items, OnHand aims to meet the demands of consumers who require reliable solutions that facilitate their digital lifestyles. The company's offerings are tailored to ensure users can easily manage their digital resources and maintain a seamless connection to their online identities.

Bounce Imaging

Seed Round in 2012
Bounce Imaging, Inc. is a manufacturer of tactical throwable cameras equipped with multiple lenses and sensors, designed primarily for police and fire responders. The company specializes in developing omnidirectional cameras and sensor technology that allows first responders to safely monitor hazardous environments from a distance, enhancing their operational safety. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Buffalo, New York, Bounce Imaging provides a variety of supportive accessories such as pole attachments, tethers, car chargers, headsets, wrist straps, and magnetic mounts. In addition to its hardware offerings, the company also delivers cloud services, including technical consulting, design and implementation support, and troubleshooting assistance for imaging and processing hardware. Bounce Imaging's innovative solutions enable users to capture real-time videos and sensor data consistently, even in challenging conditions, making it a valuable asset in the defense and first response sectors.

RFvenue

Grant in 2011
RF Venue is a manufacturer of innovative, novel technologies that make wireless audio systems work and sound better.
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