Digital Realm Entertainment®
Seed Round in 2024
We are the very first and currently the only Interactive Entertainment software startup company based in Kigali Rwanda Eastern Africa and in the region leveraging Immersive Technologies delivering games and content. Through Realm-Games® an Internal first party Studio AAA Indie video game currently creating games& contents based only on African culture, Legends, Myths, narratives, facts and histories.. Established in 2018, Digital Realm Entertainment® Inc, is amongst Africa's leading creative Tech/gaming revolution! Merging tech and creativity, as we enable, empower African gamers, creators, and shape the future of African creativity through interactive entertainment African experiences Find more on our Website here: https://www.digitalrealm-entertainment.com
Kubix
Pre Seed Round in 2023
Kubix is a cutting-edge SaaS startup revolutionizing project management. With a unique blend of AI and AR technologies, Kubix offers intelligent task automation, augmented reality collaboration, and seamless project tracking. Our platform is designed to enhance team productivity, making project management secure, agile, and smart. Experience the future of teamwork with Kubix and unlock a new level of efficiency.
Digital Realm Entertainment®
Non Equity Assistance in 2023
We are the very first and currently the only Interactive Entertainment software startup company based in Kigali Rwanda Eastern Africa and in the region leveraging Immersive Technologies delivering games and content. Through Realm-Games® an Internal first party Studio AAA Indie video game currently creating games& contents based only on African culture, Legends, Myths, narratives, facts and histories.. Established in 2018, Digital Realm Entertainment® Inc, is amongst Africa's leading creative Tech/gaming revolution! Merging tech and creativity, as we enable, empower African gamers, creators, and shape the future of African creativity through interactive entertainment African experiences Find more on our Website here: https://www.digitalrealm-entertainment.com
Third Ray
Non Equity Assistance in 2023
Third Ray Inc. is a forward-thinking SaaS data solutions and professional services company dedicated to meeting the evolving needs of enterprises. At the heart of our offerings is Hallmark AI, a state-of-the-art Generative AI-based platform designed to streamline data analytics and business intelligence across diverse sectors. Hallmark AI enables enterprises to effectively manage and capitalize on their data assets, whether structured or unstructured, spanning documents, audio, and video content. Through advanced AI integration, the platform provides real-time, actionable insights that support informed decision-making and the optimization of key business functions. Our technology addresses complex challenges such as corporate governance, risk, and compliance management, as well as supply chain optimization. Hallmark AI also plays a pivotal role in revolutionizing remote training through augmented reality and in supporting large-scale cloud-based curricula for remote learning environments. By automating enterprise processes and compliance procedures, and by precisely classifying and reporting Personally Identifiable Information (PII), Hallmark AI delivers measurable outcomes for our clients. The platform is particularly valuable to teams in sales, marketing, and investment, enabling them to navigate vast amounts of content distributed across various channels to make strategic decisions and gain valuable customer insights. At Third Ray Inc., we are committed to innovation and excellence, helping our clients navigate the digital landscape with confidence.
Digital Realm Entertainment®
Non Equity Assistance in 2022
We are the very first and currently the only Interactive Entertainment software startup company based in Kigali Rwanda Eastern Africa and in the region leveraging Immersive Technologies delivering games and content. Through Realm-Games® an Internal first party Studio AAA Indie video game currently creating games& contents based only on African culture, Legends, Myths, narratives, facts and histories.. Established in 2018, Digital Realm Entertainment® Inc, is amongst Africa's leading creative Tech/gaming revolution! Merging tech and creativity, as we enable, empower African gamers, creators, and shape the future of African creativity through interactive entertainment African experiences Find more on our Website here: https://www.digitalrealm-entertainment.com
Reach Robotics UK (closed)
Non Equity Assistance in 2017
Reach Robotics Limited, founded in 2013 and based in Bristol, United Kingdom, specialized in the development of gaming robots, with its flagship product being the MekaMon battlebot. The company aimed to merge robotics, gaming, and augmented reality, creating engaging entertainment platforms that brought video game characters to life. MekaMon was designed to be controlled via Bluetooth, Android, and iOS devices, allowing users to interact with the robot in various game modes. While its innovative approach positioned Reach Robotics at the forefront of consumer robotics, the company ultimately ceased operations.
Donya Labs
Acquisition in 2017
Donya Labs AB, founded in 2006 and headquartered in Linköping, Sweden, specializes in automatic 3D data optimization solutions for professional game developers. The company is renowned for its Simplygon software, which automates the optimization of 3D assets used in various applications including animation, games, CAD, and film. Simplygon enables game developers to enhance their content pipelines and streamline workflows across multiple platforms such as PC, consoles, tablets, smartphones, virtual reality, and augmented reality. Donya Labs serves clients not only within the gaming industry but also in other sectors globally. Since January 2017, Donya Labs operates as a subsidiary of Microsoft Corporation.
Shadow Creator
Non Equity Assistance in 2017
Shadow Creator is a high-tech company focused on the development of hardware and software for augmented reality smart glasses. Its product lineup includes innovative models such as Air Glass, Shadow Creator HALO, Shadow Creator NANO, and HALO MINI. The company's expertise lies in optics, chip design, and machine vision algorithms, enabling it to create advanced augmented reality solutions. Air Glass, in particular, is designed for diverse applications across industries such as maintenance, education, logistics, and exhibitions, allowing users to interact intuitively with dynamic three-dimensional projections. Shadow Creator's mission is to integrate cutting-edge technology into everyday life, driven by a philosophy of innovation for the benefit of humanity. Through its products, the company aims to enhance human-computer interaction and facilitate new experiences in both personal and professional settings.
Perspect
Venture Round in 2015
Perspect is a mobile augmented reality map application designed to provide the best in augmented reality geographic information area. Perspect's map feature offers an intuitive presentation of topographic and geographic data in addition to traditional electronic map functions.
Ubi Interactive
Venture Round in 2015
Ubi Interactive is a Seattle-based technology startup that specializes in transforming any surface into a 3D multi-touch display using a combination of a Microsoft Kinect and a projector. With its innovative, patent-pending solution, Ubi allows users to interact with various surfaces through natural gestures such as swiping, pinching, and rotating. The company gained significant recognition after being selected by Microsoft for its inaugural accelerator program, where it refined its technology with expert guidance. Ubi's advancements in depth-sensing camera technology have garnered attention from major media outlets, including CNN, Bloomberg, and The Wall Street Journal, positioning its solution as a groundbreaking development in the realm of digital displays. Microsoft has endorsed Ubi's technology as a key innovation for the future of interactive surfaces.
Fove, Inc. is a technology company specializing in the design and manufacture of eye tracking virtual reality headsets. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Torrance, California, with an additional office in Tokyo, Japan, Fove develops innovative VR devices that enhance user interaction within virtual environments. Its flagship product, the FOVE0 Headset, allows users to control a 360° virtual world using their gaze, enabling a more immersive experience. The company also offers FOVE Healthcare, which incorporates VR and eye tracking technology for cognitive function assessments, and NeU-VR, a headset that monitors eye and brain activity. Fove is committed to advancing VR technology by creating applications that provide real-time information and improve user engagement.
Perspect
Non Equity Assistance in 2015
Perspect is a mobile augmented reality map application designed to provide the best in augmented reality geographic information area. Perspect's map feature offers an intuitive presentation of topographic and geographic data in addition to traditional electronic map functions.
Fove
Non Equity Assistance in 2014
Fove, Inc. is a technology company specializing in the design and manufacture of eye tracking virtual reality headsets. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Torrance, California, with an additional office in Tokyo, Japan, Fove develops innovative VR devices that enhance user interaction within virtual environments. Its flagship product, the FOVE0 Headset, allows users to control a 360° virtual world using their gaze, enabling a more immersive experience. The company also offers FOVE Healthcare, which incorporates VR and eye tracking technology for cognitive function assessments, and NeU-VR, a headset that monitors eye and brain activity. Fove is committed to advancing VR technology by creating applications that provide real-time information and improve user engagement.
Visarity
Seed Round in 2014
Visarity Technologies UG is a German company specializing in real-time graphics for various applications, including games, presentations, and mobile advertising. The company offers a software development kit that supports the creation of interactive two-dimensional and three-dimensional content for devices such as iOS, Android, and x86 Windows. Visarity's technology enables mobile ad networks, publishers, and agencies to craft visually engaging 3D experiences that effectively convey product narratives. In addition to their core rendering platform, the company provides creative services in 3D content development, augmented reality, and premium mobile applications, with a diverse team operating across Europe and Asia.
Von Bismark
Non Equity Assistance in 2014
Von Bismark Limited is a company that specializes in virtual advertising and shopping solutions, focusing on retail convergence. Founded in 2011 and based in Sunnyvale, California, Von Bismark has developed an innovative e-commerce platform that enables consumers to view, try, and purchase digital clothing inventory. This platform allows pureplay clothing retailers to showcase their inventory in physical retail spaces through concessions, eliminating the traditional costs associated with such arrangements. Additionally, it provides high street retailers with the opportunity to maintain centralized inventories and operate smaller stores, thereby reducing expenses and enhancing customer data collection. The company's accessorize platform further facilitates physical interaction with clothes and accessories, bridging the gap between digital and physical shopping experiences.
Context
Non Equity Assistance in 2013
Context operates a face recognition application called Reminiz, which allows users to identify celebrities using their smartphones. The app scans images of celebrities and provides users with detailed information, including news articles, social media profiles, and biographies. Reminiz is designed to enhance user engagement with celebrity content and can be integrated with various devices, such as Smart TVs and set-top boxes. Launched in 2013 by Jack Habra, the application offers a unique solution for users seeking to connect with public figures through advanced technology.
Von Bismark
Seed Round in 2013
Von Bismark Limited is a company that specializes in virtual advertising and shopping solutions, focusing on retail convergence. Founded in 2011 and based in Sunnyvale, California, Von Bismark has developed an innovative e-commerce platform that enables consumers to view, try, and purchase digital clothing inventory. This platform allows pureplay clothing retailers to showcase their inventory in physical retail spaces through concessions, eliminating the traditional costs associated with such arrangements. Additionally, it provides high street retailers with the opportunity to maintain centralized inventories and operate smaller stores, thereby reducing expenses and enhancing customer data collection. The company's accessorize platform further facilitates physical interaction with clothes and accessories, bridging the gap between digital and physical shopping experiences.
Seeblings
Non Equity Assistance in 2013
Seeblings is a mobile app for creating and sharing interactive video greetings designed with Augmented Reality technology. Based on Seeblings's innovative technology, we provide a new way for creation of a truly fun, emotional and unique greeting that you are its main star! Just pick a theme, add designs, record and share the amazing result with your family and friends. Available on the App Store: http://apple.co/1NgctaK Coming soon on Google Play.
NConnex
Venture Round in 2013
NConnex is a technology company focused on enhancing the home furnishing industry through innovative visualization and 3D sensing solutions. By enabling furniture buyers to virtually test products before purchasing, NConnex helps consumers make informed decisions. Their mobile-based technology allows users to scan their rooms and digitally place furniture within those spaces, creating an interactive shopping experience. NConnex gained recognition as one of the 11 selected companies for Microsoft's Kinect Accelerator program in 2012, highlighting its potential to transform the way consumers engage with home furnishings.
Ubi Interactive
Seed Round in 2012
Ubi Interactive is a Seattle-based technology startup that specializes in transforming any surface into a 3D multi-touch display using a combination of a Microsoft Kinect and a projector. With its innovative, patent-pending solution, Ubi allows users to interact with various surfaces through natural gestures such as swiping, pinching, and rotating. The company gained significant recognition after being selected by Microsoft for its inaugural accelerator program, where it refined its technology with expert guidance. Ubi's advancements in depth-sensing camera technology have garnered attention from major media outlets, including CNN, Bloomberg, and The Wall Street Journal, positioning its solution as a groundbreaking development in the realm of digital displays. Microsoft has endorsed Ubi's technology as a key innovation for the future of interactive surfaces.
NConnex
Seed Round in 2012
NConnex is a technology company focused on enhancing the home furnishing industry through innovative visualization and 3D sensing solutions. By enabling furniture buyers to virtually test products before purchasing, NConnex helps consumers make informed decisions. Their mobile-based technology allows users to scan their rooms and digitally place furniture within those spaces, creating an interactive shopping experience. NConnex gained recognition as one of the 11 selected companies for Microsoft's Kinect Accelerator program in 2012, highlighting its potential to transform the way consumers engage with home furnishings.
Meta is a social technology company that facilitates connections among individuals, communities, and businesses. Originally founded as Facebook in 2004 by Mark Zuckerberg in Menlo Park, California, the company rebranded to Meta on October 28, 2021, to reflect its broader focus beyond social networking. Meta operates various applications and services, positioning itself as a leader in the social media landscape, with over 1.32 billion monthly active users. The company has continuously evolved, integrating features that enhance user engagement and community building. Meta's strategic initiatives also include partnerships aimed at advancing marketing and commercial efforts in the digital and mobile sectors. As it explores new technologies, including virtual and augmented realities, Meta aims to redefine how people interact and share experiences online.