Microsoft

Microsoft is a multinational corporation that develops, manufactures, licenses, supports, and sells software products and services. Its offerings include the Windows operating system, Microsoft Office suite, server products like Windows Server and SQL Server, business solutions such as Dynamics, cloud services through Azure, hardware devices like Surface and Xbox, and online advertising platforms.

Lillian Barnard

CEO and Board Member

Abhilasha Bhargav-Spantzel

Partner Security Architect

Alexia Cambon

Senior Director, Research

Shinesa Cambric

Principal Product Manager

Puneet Chandok

Corporate Vice President of Microsoft India and South Asia

Roberto Croci

Managing Director, Microsoft for Startups MEA

David Dennis

Principal Program and Product Manager

Scott Guthrie

Executive Vice President, Cloud + AI Group

Philip Meyer

Partner Technology Strategist - Hosting and Cloud

Brandon Middaugh

Investor

Satya Nadella

CEO

Takeshi Numoto

EVP and CMO

Mohammed Saleh

Health Director

Brian Schultz

Director, Corporate Development

Emilia Zarei

Founder and CEO

Past deals in Digital Media

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

Sandac

Non Equity Assistance in 2023
Sandac is on a mission to revolutionize businesses through innovation, software, hardware, IoT, cloud and servers solutions, and AI, driving growth and ensuring success. As a proud partner of Microsoft for Startups and The Sandbox game, we’ve forged alliances with high-profile institutions and companies. Featured in renowned publications like Forbes and invited to the prestigious Forbes Connect in Colombia, Sandac is a leading developer behind SensAI, an emotional first aid software endorsed by clinical institutions, universities, and mental health professionals. At Sandac, we believe that innovation and software are the backbone of thriving businesses. We understand that stagnation leads to failure, and that’s why we’re dedicated to assisting companies in evolving, finding impactful solutions, and delivering value propositions to their customers and users. Additionally, we provide expert guidance, advising businesses, companies, and governments to achieve technological innovation. Join us in embracing the future of technology-driven success.

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

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

Activision Blizzard

Acquisition in 2022
Activision Blizzard, Inc. is a leading interactive entertainment company that develops and distributes video game content and services across various platforms, including consoles, personal computers, and mobile devices. Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, the company operates through three main segments: Activision Publishing, Blizzard Entertainment, and King Digital Entertainment. Its diverse portfolio includes popular franchises such as Call of Duty, World of Warcraft, Diablo, Hearthstone, Overwatch, and Candy Crush, collectively reaching over 400 million players in 190 countries. Activision Blizzard offers its products through multiple channels, including retail, digital distribution, and subscription services, while also maintaining the online gaming platform Battle.net. Beyond gaming, the company is involved in esports leagues and provides logistics and distribution services to third-party publishers. Established in 1979, Activision Blizzard was formed in 2008 through the merger of Activision and Blizzard, solidifying its position as one of the largest video game publishers globally.

VerSe Innovation

Series J in 2022
VerSe Innovation is a local language technology company that develops a discovery platform to consume and socialize with media. Its platform facilitates the curation of content and tracks user preferences through its vertical search and recommendation tools that provide users with personalized content and notifications.

Sandac

Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Sandac is on a mission to revolutionize businesses through innovation, software, hardware, IoT, cloud and servers solutions, and AI, driving growth and ensuring success. As a proud partner of Microsoft for Startups and The Sandbox game, we’ve forged alliances with high-profile institutions and companies. Featured in renowned publications like Forbes and invited to the prestigious Forbes Connect in Colombia, Sandac is a leading developer behind SensAI, an emotional first aid software endorsed by clinical institutions, universities, and mental health professionals. At Sandac, we believe that innovation and software are the backbone of thriving businesses. We understand that stagnation leads to failure, and that’s why we’re dedicated to assisting companies in evolving, finding impactful solutions, and delivering value propositions to their customers and users. Additionally, we provide expert guidance, advising businesses, companies, and governments to achieve technological innovation. Join us in embracing the future of technology-driven success.

Clipchamp

Acquisition in 2021
Clipchamp Pty Ltd is an Australian company based in Fortitude Valley that operates an online video editing platform. Founded in 2012, it provides users with a suite of tools designed for creating and editing video content. The platform features a video editor, video compressor, video converter, and webcam recorder, alongside a comprehensive API for video collection. Clipchamp empowers users by offering professional-grade functionalities, including cropping, resizing, and special effects such as transitions and motion titles. Additionally, it boasts a vast stock library comprising over 800,000 assets and a variety of editable video templates, making it suitable for diverse applications, from social media advertisements to corporate presentations.

VerSe Innovation

Venture Round in 2020
VerSe Innovation is a local language technology company that develops a discovery platform to consume and socialize with media. Its platform facilitates the curation of content and tracks user preferences through its vertical search and recommendation tools that provide users with personalized content and notifications.

YOUtv Africa

Seed Round in 2019
YOUtv Africa is a mobile app that inculcates functions of TV Network, Video on demand for Hollywood and Nollywood movies.

Compulsion Games

Acquisition in 2018
Compulsion Games Inc. is a video game development company founded in 2009 and based in Montreal, Canada. Known for its innovative titles such as Contrast and We Happy Few, the company focuses on creating engaging and unique gaming experiences. With a small team of around 40 employees, Compulsion Games operates from a converted gramophone factory in the Saint Henri neighborhood. The studio prides itself on its craftsmanship, striving to develop games that are not only enjoyable but also rich in imaginative concepts and ideas, such as shadow shifting and narrative-driven gameplay. As of June 2018, Compulsion Games has been a subsidiary of Microsoft Corporation.

Swing Technologies

Acquisition in 2017
Swing exited to Microsoft in 2017. It was recognized in the same year by Entrepreneur magazine's Best Entrepreneurial Companies in America awards. Swing’s mission was to reimagine the photograph and the Polaroid brand. Its debut app, SWNG, launched in 2016 through a unique partnership with Polaroid, allows users to create interactive ‘living photos’. The result is a new visual medium to stand alongside photos and videos. SWNG has been featured by Apple as the top featured product on the App Store, and in Apple retail stores across the world. Apple described Swing's impact on the Polaroid brand in 2016: "Like a photogenic phoenix, Polaroid has risen again. This time around, they’ve ditched physical photos in favor of something a bit like GIFs: playable, rewindable, moving pics. With a swipe or a tilt of your hand, these pictures come to life. It’s hard to explain and irrestibily captivating. Plus, we absolutely adore the authentic old-school feel. After all, it’s Polaroid." Following this digital transformation and relaunch, the Polaroid brand was acquired in 2017. Swing has developed a range of imaging technology across software and hardware, with senior employees recruited from Apple, Instagram and beyond. Based in San Francisco and New York, Swing is backed by top tier investors and individuals including Twitter Co-Founder Biz Stone.

MintM

Non Equity Assistance in 2017
MintM Inc. is a technology company that develops a cloud-based digital signage platform aimed at enhancing customer engagement. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, MintM offers Magnet, an intelligent signage and kiosk software that supports various applications including digital signage, visual merchandising, brand activation, and omnichannel marketing. The company's solutions cater to a diverse range of sectors, including retail, health and beauty, food and beverages, and banking and finance. By leveraging computer vision technology, MintM provides tools for real-time measurement, analysis, and automation, enabling businesses to optimize their customer interactions and operational efficiency.

Kwickie

Non Equity Assistance in 2017
Kwickie is a platform that facilitates video merging and sharing, making authentic content creation and distribution convenient and cost-effective. It produces its own TV shows across various genres, hosted by celebrities, which brands can sponsor. Alternatively, brands can create their own channels and content on the platform for wider digital distribution.

PowerLinks Media

Non Equity Assistance in 2017
PowerLinks Media provides a programmatic native advertising platform for brands and media businesses to adopt and scale native advertising. It runs an open native advertising platform that powers marketplaces and technology services for native ads, and distributes sponsored content, search, e-commerce, responsive display, and video across devices worldwide. The platform enables real-time trading of in-feed, in-video, in-image, in-text, and in-display native formats, connecting buyers and sellers into a global programmatic marketplace. Founded in 2012 in Manchester, the company is based in Salford, United Kingdom, with offices in New York and Manchester.

MyMusic.com.ng

Grant in 2017
MyMusic is a music service that allows the world consume the largest collection of African music (popularly known as Afrobeats) produced from various African countries and in an expertly curated format. We've designed our application to also adapt to the unique peculiarities of the African market such as payments and user experience peculiarities.

Appiness

Non Equity Assistance in 2017
Appiness is a European startup focused on revolutionizing how users interact with video and TV content. The company has developed a product discovery application that identifies products featured in television programs and movies, such as clothing, furniture, and other items. This innovative tool recognizes brands and products seen on screen and provides users with information on where to purchase them, enhancing the viewing experience by bridging the gap between entertainment and e-commerce.

Touchfone

Venture Round in 2016
Touchfone is a provider of a live video streaming platform known for its high-performance media delivery capabilities. The company's flagship platform, StrmEasy, excels in delivering video content efficiently and effectively, setting a benchmark in the industry. Touchfone's technology supports a screen-agnostic approach, allowing users to access video content across a variety of wireless devices. The company manages the entire video lifecycle, from content ingestion and transformation to seamless delivery, ensuring a comprehensive solution for its clients in the media landscape.

SadakPlay

Venture Round in 2015
SadakPlay is a provider of an offline mobile entertainment network based in the United States. The company's platform allows users to access a wide range of mobile content, including movies, video songs, music, games, and applications, without the need for an internet connection. This unique service enables users to enjoy entertainment on their mobile devices anytime and anywhere, making it a convenient option for those who may have limited internet access. By focusing on offline content delivery, SadakPlay aims to become a trusted leader in the mobile content industry.

Zhongle Duoping

Venture Round in 2015
Zhongle Duoping is committed to creating and developing all-new cross-platform entertainment products. Its latest application "High 5", launched during the FIFA World Cup 2014, enables users to take part in TV quiz shows in real time. The company is working to develop a number of entertainment products that integrate TV, the Internet and the real world seamlessly.

Havok

Acquisition in 2015
Havok is a prominent provider of game development technologies, with over 15 years of experience catering to the needs of leading game developers. The company's advanced technology and commitment to customer support have resulted in its tools being utilized in more than 600 video game titles, including major franchises like Halo, The Elder Scrolls, and Assassin’s Creed. Havok collaborates with well-known publishers and studios such as Microsoft, Sony, Nintendo, Activision Blizzard, and Ubisoft, ensuring its technology is compatible across multiple platforms, including Xbox, PlayStation, Windows, and mobile devices. In addition to gaming, Havok's products have contributed to special effects in notable films like X-Men First Class and Harry Potter. The company operates offices in Dublin, San Francisco, Tokyo, and Germany, further enhancing its global reach in the interactive software industry.

Firefly Experience (Firef.ly)

Non Equity Assistance in 2015
Firef.ly is a mobile application designed to enhance the travel experience by seamlessly integrating trip planning, journaling, and travel guides into a cohesive digital story. The app serves as a local guide, enabling users to document and revisit their journeys, ensuring that important moments are preserved. Firef.ly addresses a notable gap in the travel market by focusing on the entire lifecycle of travel, aiming to create a comprehensive ecosystem that reduces the fragmentation commonly found in the industry. The founding team comprises experienced professionals from notable digital agencies and travel technology backgrounds, including veterans from Lonely Planet.

Accelerated Pictures

Non Equity Assistance in 2015
Accelerated Pictures is a Seattle-based company that specializes in developing software aimed at assisting filmmakers in decision-making processes. The company offers a visual film planning application designed to enhance collaboration among production teams. By incorporating a virtual reality storyboarding system, Accelerated Pictures enables creative professionals and stakeholders to visualize their concepts and address concerns more effectively, fostering better communication and understanding within the filmmaking process.

miiiCasa

Seed Round in 2015
MiiiCasa is a home cloud service platform founded in 2009 as a business unit of D-Link Corporation, with its official establishment as miiiCasa Taiwan Inc. in 2011. The name miiiCasa, derived from Latin, translates to "my home," reflecting the company's commitment to providing a secure and private storage and sharing solution for digital content. MiiiCasa's platform enables users of all ages to effortlessly connect and share their life experiences while managing an increasing volume of digital data. As technology evolves, consumers generate vast amounts of content, including photos, videos, and documents, which are often stored across various devices and cloud services. MiiiCasa addresses the challenges posed by scattered data management by offering a simple and intuitive user interface that consolidates content access, playback, and sharing in a secure environment. In light of the growing importance of effective digital content management, miiiCasa positions itself as a valuable resource for users navigating the complexities of their digital lives.

Voxon Photonics

Grant in 2015
Voxon Photonics, founded in 2013, specializes in the development of advanced three-dimensional (3D) volumetric displays, notably the Voxon VX1. This innovative device creates a holographic viewing experience without the need for glasses, allowing users to visualize digital content in a collaborative manner. Using cutting-edge technology, the VX1 projects an array of points of light onto a rapidly oscillating screen, generating high-definition, genuinely three-dimensional images that can be viewed from any angle. The company's volumetric displays provide an engaging experience that captivates audiences of all ages, transforming the way people communicate, learn, and entertain themselves by making the futuristic concept of 3D holography accessible and tangible. With teams in Australia and the United States, Voxon Photonics continues to push the boundaries of display technology, merging science and art to create mesmerizing visual experiences.

Heroic.ly

Venture Round in 2015
Heroic.ly is an online marketing platform based in Seattle, Washington, that specializes in enhancing retail marketing through its advanced recommendation engine. The company analyzes various factors, including regions, consumer behavior, and product performance, to identify growth opportunities. By providing insights on the optimal combination of products, regions, and advertising networks, Heroic.ly helps marketing organizations maximize sales and address consumer demand effectively. Additionally, the platform offers valuable customer-centric insights, such as predicted revenue and cost per acquisition targets, facilitating a deeper understanding of the marketing funnel in real time.

Cenareo

Non Equity Assistance in 2015
Cenareo is an innovative company specializing in the development of a digital signage platform that facilitates the management of communication strategies for organizations. By offering a software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution, Cenareo simplifies the creation, publication, and dissemination of interactive content across various types of screens. Users can easily manage and broadcast content through their computers, tablets, or smartphones, allowing for a more efficient and informed approach to digital communication. This user-centric platform supports organizations in enhancing their outreach and engagement.

Miicasa

Non Equity Assistance in 2015
The miiiTVb provides a personal cloud-based electronic program guide (EPG) which enables users to enjoy their favorite content across platforms including mobile devices, home theater systems and vehicle infotainment systems.

Zhongle Duoping

Non Equity Assistance in 2015
Zhongle Duoping is committed to creating and developing all-new cross-platform entertainment products. Its latest application "High 5", launched during the FIFA World Cup 2014, enables users to take part in TV quiz shows in real time. The company is working to develop a number of entertainment products that integrate TV, the Internet and the real world seamlessly.

WebyClip

Series A in 2015
WebyClip Ltd is an Israeli company founded in 2013 that specializes in e-commerce solutions focused on enhancing the user experience through visual media. It operates a visual intelligence platform that utilizes artificial intelligence to automatically source and curate relevant user-generated content, particularly videos, for e-commerce and content publishers. By enabling the integration of these rich media assets, WebyClip aims to improve product discovery and drive user engagement, ultimately increasing conversion rates and revenues for its clients. The company serves some of the largest e-commerce websites globally, providing tools for smart imagery search and immersive visual experiences.

Videopath

Non Equity Assistance in 2014
Videopath is a video technology company that specializes in enhancing the content discovery experience for viewers and content marketers. Its platform allows users to connect web content to specific moments within their videos, fostering a more interactive and engaging viewing experience. By importing videos from existing platforms such as Vimeo, Wistia, and YouTube into its cloud-based project builder, users can easily create interactive projects. These projects can be published on blogs, websites, and shared across social media and email channels. Videopath also provides performance marketers with tools to track viewer behavior through its analytics dashboard, which can be integrated with Google Analytics. This innovative approach not only empowers viewers to explore content more deeply but also presents valuable conversion opportunities for marketers.

Rotor

Non Equity Assistance in 2014
Rotor is an innovative music video creation platform that simplifies the video production process through the use of artificial intelligence. Developed by a team of award-winning music video directors, visual artists, and creative coding experts, Rotor provides users with tools to effortlessly create personalized music, lyric, and promotional videos. The platform allows individuals to upload their audio files, which are then matched with visuals to produce engaging video content in a matter of minutes. With its user-friendly RotorD engine and professionally designed styles, Rotor empowers users to harness years of industry expertise, transforming the way creativity and music video production are approached.

Waqu

Non Equity Assistance in 2014
Waqu is a mobile content service provider that specializes in user-generated content (UGC) video discovery. The company offers an online platform designed to help users find and watch videos that align with their interests. By focusing on UGC, Waqu facilitates a more engaging and personalized video experience, allowing users to connect with diverse content creators and explore a wide range of topics. Through its user-friendly web-based platform, Waqu aims to streamline the video discovery process, making it easier for individuals to access and enjoy relevant video content.

WBHT

Non Equity Assistance in 2014
engaged in providing high-quality digital book and services to k-12students and schools.

Yuanchuang Yitong

Non Equity Assistance in 2014
Yuanchuang Yitong is a developer of a cloud-based platform focused on assisting photo copyright owners in managing and protecting their content from plagiarism and copyright infringement. The company's technology facilitates the creation, editing, and sharing of copyrighted content, empowering clients to effectively track and manage their intellectual property. By offering tools that maintain privacy while generating profits, Yuanchuang Yitong enhances content management for users, making it easier to navigate the complexities of copyright in the digital landscape.

Run Mobile

Non Equity Assistance in 2014
Run Mobile (Beijing) Technology Co., Ltd. is a company based in Beijing, China, that specializes in mobile internet services tailored for the media and entertainment industry. Founded in 2011, it focuses on providing celebrity-oriented social media solutions, enabling celebrities and movie stars to effectively communicate and engage with their fans. The company offers a range of value-added services, utilizing social, local, and mobile (so-lo-mo) internet technologies to enhance the online presence of its clients. Through these services, Run Mobile facilitates better interaction between public figures and their audiences, supporting them in tracking fan engagement and expanding their digital reach.

Hyper

Non Equity Assistance in 2014
Hyper is a video magazine designed for iPad that emphasizes a minimalistic aesthetic and a curated selection of content. Each daily edition features between six to twelve carefully chosen videos, offering users a streamlined experience focused on quality rather than quantity. By delivering the most relevant and engaging content in a visually appealing format, Hyper aims to provide a refreshing alternative to traditional video platforms.

Watchup

Seed Round in 2014
Watchup, Inc. is a technology company based in Menlo Park, California, founded in 2012. It specializes in developing an innovative streaming news application that allows users to create personalized video playlists from a wide range of local, national, and international news channels. The app aggregates content from over 170 video news publishers, including major outlets like CNN and CBS, enabling users to customize their newscasts according to their interests. Watchup's application is available on various platforms, including Apple TV, iOS, Android devices, and Amazon Fire TV. The company has received recognition for its service, being named one of the Best Apps of the Year by Google Play and winning a Webby award in 2016. As of January 2017, Watchup operates as a subsidiary of Plex, Inc.

Videopath

Venture Round in 2014
Videopath is a video technology company that specializes in enhancing the content discovery experience for viewers and content marketers. Its platform allows users to connect web content to specific moments within their videos, fostering a more interactive and engaging viewing experience. By importing videos from existing platforms such as Vimeo, Wistia, and YouTube into its cloud-based project builder, users can easily create interactive projects. These projects can be published on blogs, websites, and shared across social media and email channels. Videopath also provides performance marketers with tools to track viewer behavior through its analytics dashboard, which can be integrated with Google Analytics. This innovative approach not only empowers viewers to explore content more deeply but also presents valuable conversion opportunities for marketers.

Firefly Experience (Firef.ly)

Venture Round in 2014
Firef.ly is a mobile application designed to enhance the travel experience by seamlessly integrating trip planning, journaling, and travel guides into a cohesive digital story. The app serves as a local guide, enabling users to document and revisit their journeys, ensuring that important moments are preserved. Firef.ly addresses a notable gap in the travel market by focusing on the entire lifecycle of travel, aiming to create a comprehensive ecosystem that reduces the fragmentation commonly found in the industry. The founding team comprises experienced professionals from notable digital agencies and travel technology backgrounds, including veterans from Lonely Planet.

Freak'n Genius

Seed Round in 2014
Problem: No way exists to track analytics for physical books, games, and toys beyond the point of sale. Solution: We're building Campfire, an Ecommerce platform for immersive audio/visual experiences around physical products.

Nifty Window

Venture Round in 2014
Nifty Window is a distributed content marketing platform that helps brick & mortar businesses drive in-store sales across search, social media and mobile channels. It provides a suite of simple-to-use, rich content generation and distribution tools, via a single software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform, to assist business owners bridge the online-offline consumer experiences and to seamlessly integrate the physical and digital worlds.

Likeshow

Non Equity Assistance in 2014
Likeshow is a company that has been operating in stealth mode, focusing on the development of innovative solutions in the digital landscape. While specific details about its products and services remain undisclosed, Likeshow is positioned to make a significant impact in the industry. The company's operations suggest a commitment to leveraging technology to enhance user experiences and engagement, potentially targeting social media or content-sharing platforms. As it emerges from stealth mode, Likeshow aims to reveal its offerings and establish its presence in the market.

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.

TraxAir

Non Equity Assistance in 2013
TraxAir is a company that specializes in cross-media music identification solutions, aimed at assisting industry professionals in tracking, protecting, monetizing, and promoting audio content. It develops advanced music discovery tools and copyright protection systems tailored for musicians. TraxAir's technology is designed to withstand significant alterations made to original works, allowing broadcasters and DJs to effectively redistribute public performance rights. Through its innovative solutions, TraxAir addresses the challenges of music identification and copyright management in the evolving digital landscape.

Mugeda

Seed Round in 2013
Mugeda Inc. is a technology company that specializes in providing cloud-based solutions for rich-media content creation. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, with an additional office in Beijing, China, Mugeda offers the Mugeda platform, an HTML5-based tool that enables users to create professional animations for deployment across various smart devices, including PCs, smartphones, tablets, and smart TVs. The platform is versatile, catering to a range of applications such as mobile advertising, gaming, education, and publications. By allowing for the seamless development and distribution of rich media, Mugeda enhances brand promotion and audience engagement for its clients.

Streami

Non Equity Assistance in 2013
Streami is an audiovisual start-up that specializes in video communication and live event broadcasting. The company operates an online platform designed for brands, agencies, and event organizers, allowing them to create, produce, and manage their events effectively. Streami's services include live streaming and enhancing viewer engagement through interactive video features, enabling clients to achieve high-quality audiovisual production for their events.

TraxAir

Venture Round in 2013
TraxAir is a company that specializes in cross-media music identification solutions, aimed at assisting industry professionals in tracking, protecting, monetizing, and promoting audio content. It develops advanced music discovery tools and copyright protection systems tailored for musicians. TraxAir's technology is designed to withstand significant alterations made to original works, allowing broadcasters and DJs to effectively redistribute public performance rights. Through its innovative solutions, TraxAir addresses the challenges of music identification and copyright management in the evolving digital landscape.

Heroic.ly

Seed Round in 2013
Heroic.ly is an online marketing platform based in Seattle, Washington, that specializes in enhancing retail marketing through its advanced recommendation engine. The company analyzes various factors, including regions, consumer behavior, and product performance, to identify growth opportunities. By providing insights on the optimal combination of products, regions, and advertising networks, Heroic.ly helps marketing organizations maximize sales and address consumer demand effectively. Additionally, the platform offers valuable customer-centric insights, such as predicted revenue and cost per acquisition targets, facilitating a deeper understanding of the marketing funnel in real time.

Pando Networks

Acquisition in 2013
Pando Networks provides secure and scalable content delivery services by using peer-to-peer file-sharing technology to accelerate the delivery of online media assets. The company helps improve delivery performance and download completion while offering detailed performance data. Its technology supports large-scale media distributions worldwide, delivering more than 200 million downloads per year.

WSC Sports

Seed Round in 2013
WSC Sports Technologies Ltd specializes in creating customized short-form video content for the sports industry through the use of artificial intelligence and machine learning. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Givatayim, Israel, with additional offices in Netanya and New York, the company offers a platform that automates the generation, management, and distribution of video content. This platform analyzes live sports events, identifying key moments to create tailored video clips, which can be shared across digital platforms. WSC Sports serves various stakeholders in the sports sector, including sports organizations, media rights holders, and coaching staff, providing tools like interactive video experiences and analytics software for basketball and football. The company has established partnerships with major entities such as the NBA, ESPN, and LaLiga, allowing them to enhance fan engagement and unlock new revenue opportunities.

Perceptive Pixel

Acquisition in 2012
Perceptive Pixel is a leading developer and manufacturer of multi-touch display interfaces and screens, founded in 2006 by Jeff Han. The company gained prominence after showcasing its innovative multi-touch technology at the TED conference that same year. Recognized for transforming interactive media, particularly during CNN's coverage of the 2008 U.S. Presidential elections, Perceptive Pixel received the National Design Award in Interaction Design from the Smithsonian in 2009. The company focuses on enhancing productivity across various sectors, including medical imaging, broadcast, defense, energy exploration, and business intelligence, by providing powerful, intuitive interfaces that facilitate collaboration and data visualization. In addition to its core products, Perceptive Pixel supports an ecosystem of developers, offering a software development kit that encourages the creation of next-generation touch-enabled applications. Headquartered in New York City, with additional offices in Palo Alto, Portland, and Washington D.C., Perceptive Pixel remains dedicated to innovation and excellence in user interface technology.

Screemo

Venture Round in 2012
Screemo Ltd. is a technology company based in Herzliya, Israel, founded in 2012. It specializes in providing interactive experience applications that facilitate real-life engagement between smartphones and digital screens. As a cloud-based software-as-a-service platform, Screemo enables advertisers and retailers to create mobile-to-screen interactive advertising campaigns quickly and cost-effectively. The platform enhances customer engagement and allows businesses to measure analytics and statistics related to their campaigns. By leveraging Screemo's patent-pending solutions, users can deploy interactive experiences at locations equipped with digital screens without the need for extensive integration. This innovative approach allows brands to improve customer experience, increase foot traffic, and drive in-store sales.

WebyClip

Venture Round in 2012
WebyClip Ltd is an Israeli company founded in 2013 that specializes in e-commerce solutions focused on enhancing the user experience through visual media. It operates a visual intelligence platform that utilizes artificial intelligence to automatically source and curate relevant user-generated content, particularly videos, for e-commerce and content publishers. By enabling the integration of these rich media assets, WebyClip aims to improve product discovery and drive user engagement, ultimately increasing conversion rates and revenues for its clients. The company serves some of the largest e-commerce websites globally, providing tools for smart imagery search and immersive visual experiences.

Voxon Photonics

Seed Round in 2012
Voxon Photonics, founded in 2013, specializes in the development of advanced three-dimensional (3D) volumetric displays, notably the Voxon VX1. This innovative device creates a holographic viewing experience without the need for glasses, allowing users to visualize digital content in a collaborative manner. Using cutting-edge technology, the VX1 projects an array of points of light onto a rapidly oscillating screen, generating high-definition, genuinely three-dimensional images that can be viewed from any angle. The company's volumetric displays provide an engaging experience that captivates audiences of all ages, transforming the way people communicate, learn, and entertain themselves by making the futuristic concept of 3D holography accessible and tangible. With teams in Australia and the United States, Voxon Photonics continues to push the boundaries of display technology, merging science and art to create mesmerizing visual experiences.

Freak'n Genius

Seed Round in 2012
Problem: No way exists to track analytics for physical books, games, and toys beyond the point of sale. Solution: We're building Campfire, an Ecommerce platform for immersive audio/visual experiences around physical products.

VideoSurf

Acquisition in 2011
VideoSurf is a video discovery company that enables consumers to find and explore video content tailored to their preferences. Utilizing a combination of social insights and patented computer vision technology, VideoSurf enhances the video search experience across various devices. Its mobile app allows users to identify and discover TV episodes, movies, music videos, and clips through visual and audio recognition, as well as traditional text searches. Users can simply point their smartphones at screens to capture short segments of what they are watching, leading to quick identification of content, including details about episodes and celebrities. The app also offers personalized recommendations and facilitates sharing on social media platforms. Founded by a team of experienced entrepreneurs and experts in fields such as search technologies and computer vision, VideoSurf stands out by providing superior search relevancy and an engaging user experience.

Move Networks

Venture Round in 2008
Move Networks offers a comprehensive platform for delivering live, multi-channel television over the internet. It integrates middleware, content management, subscription packaging, billing, and digital rights management, enabling telecommunications providers and media companies to generate revenue through subscriptions and enhanced advertising.

Navic Networks

Acquisition in 2008
Navic Networks is a provider of interactive television technology and services that enhances viewer engagement and advertising effectiveness. The company offers a suite of solutions that leverage real-time audience measurement data to optimize the delivery and placement of targeted video advertisements. Its offerings include tools for interactive voting in reality shows, accessing advertised products, checking theater showtimes, and upgrading cable services. Additionally, Navic provides features such as polling, classifieds, overlays, interactive advertising, on-demand content navigation, and enhanced customer care solutions. By integrating these capabilities, Navic Networks aims to improve the overall television viewing experience while enabling networks to better connect with their audiences.

Navic Systems

Acquisition in 2008
Navic Systems gives broadband and telecommunications providers the ability to better serve their customers, lower their operating costs and generate new revenue through intelligent distribution and management services. Based on consumer profiles, Navic Systems delivers personalized digital content to Internet appliances such as next-generation set-top boxes and Web-connected telephones, terminals and tablets.

Move Networks

Series C in 2008
Move Networks offers a comprehensive platform for delivering live, multi-channel television over the internet. It integrates middleware, content management, subscription packaging, billing, and digital rights management, enabling telecommunications providers and media companies to generate revenue through subscriptions and enhanced advertising.

WebFives

Acquisition in 2007
Developer of a software designed to create and share digital media. The company's Vizrea Snap software allows users to securely and automatically move photos, video, audio, and more between camera phones and computer and share them with friends, enabling them to view photos from anywhere.

Meta

Series C in 2007
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.

AdECN

Acquisition in 2007
AdECN operates as a neutral exchange facilitating automated, real-time trading of online display advertising via auction-based bidding. The platform connects advertisers or networks with publishers, enabling efficient matching of ads to visitor profiles based on behaviour, context, or other criteria.

aQuantive

Acquisition in 2007
aQuantive is an advertising network that was acquired by Microsoft in May 2007. The company specialized in digital marketing solutions, focusing on delivering targeted advertising and analytics to enhance the effectiveness of online campaigns. Through this acquisition, Microsoft aimed to strengthen its position in the digital advertising space, leveraging aQuantive's technologies and expertise to improve its offerings and compete more effectively in the rapidly evolving online advertising market.

iView Multimedia

Acquisition in 2006
iView Multimedia, the asset management company that originally developed products only for the Macintosh platform. This development signals a milestone in the maturation of digital media, and offers a tantalizing glimpse into the future of digital media.

Massive

Acquisition in 2006
Massive operates a prominent in-game advertising network that allows advertisers to engage with a large, unified gaming audience in real time across various platforms. Founded to enhance the advertising experience within video games, Massive enables publishers to monetize their content while maintaining the integrity and enjoyment of the gaming experience. The company has established itself as a leader in the field of in-game advertising since its acquisition by Microsoft in 2006.

ContentGuard

Venture Round in 2004
ContentGuard is a company specializing in digital content protection, originating from research at Xerox. It offers innovative technologies designed to provide privacy and control over digital files, catering primarily to technology companies. With a focus on simplicity, ContentGuard enables users to easily secure and share their photos and documents without the need for complex sign-ups or passwords. The company's technology has been instrumental in safeguarding a variety of content, including Hollywood movies, music, and corporate documents, from unauthorized copying and distribution. By prioritizing user accessibility and content security, ContentGuard aims to ensure that individuals can confidently share their creations while maintaining control over their intellectual property.

Intertainer

Series E in 2002
Intertainer is a pioneer in the video on demand industry, providing a vast selection of movies, music videos, and television programming that can be accessed instantly on personal computers and televisions. The service operates over digital cable and Internet Protocol systems, featuring content from notable partners such as Universal Pictures, Warner Bros., DreamWorks SKG, and various other major media companies. Intertainer enhances its offerings with features like interactive advertising and personalized content, creating a comprehensive digital entertainment service platform. The company collaborates with strategic partners including Thomson, Comcast, Intel, Microsoft, and Sony, further solidifying its position in the evolving landscape of digital entertainment.

InfoLibria

Venture Round in 2001
InfoLibria specializes in advanced content distribution and delivery solutions for Internet infrastructure. The company provides content-management and delivery systems designed to empower service providers and carriers to efficiently manage and deliver high-demand broadband and streaming media applications. By facilitating the transmission of TV-quality video and CD-quality audio, InfoLibria enables the effective operation of internet media applications, supporting the evolving needs of next-generation content-based internet services.

CinemaNow

Series B in 2000
CinemaNow Corporation is an online provider of on-demand streaming media services, primarily catering to audiences in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Founded in 1999 and based in Marina Del Rey, California, the company offers a wide range of digital entertainment, including over 4,000 feature-length films, shorts, music concerts, and television programs from more than 250 licensors, such as 20th Century Fox, Disney, and Warner Bros. In addition to its streaming services, CinemaNow provides digital entertainment technology solutions that support video stores and content distribution for consumer electronics. The company also features PatchBay, a proprietary content-on-demand distribution and digital rights management system that enhances its platform. As of early 2016, CinemaNow operates as a subsidiary of FilmOn.TV Networks Inc.

MongoMusic

Acquisition in 2000
MongoMusic, Inc. provides digital music infrastructure.

iSyndicate

Venture Round in 2000
iSyndicate is the preeminent content syndication service on the Internet, distributing a broad selection of written, graphical, audio and video content from 998 sources, to a vast and diverse network of 257,791 Web sites.

ChoiceSeat technology

Venture Round in 2000
CSI, Inc., based in New York, develops facility-based entertainment networks that converge television with the Internet.

DiscoverMusic

Venture Round in 1999
DiscoverMusic.com specializes in providing music samples and data for both online and traditional music retailers, enhancing their ability to sell music effectively. The company serves over 100 Internet clients, which encompass 90% of the online music retail market, including notable names such as CDNow, Tower Records, and Amazon.com. DiscoverMusic has developed an extensive database featuring 190,000 music CDs, which includes more than 2.5 million encoded music samples for streaming, as well as album cover artwork and detailed textual information about each CD and its individual tracks. This comprehensive resource streamlines the music retail process, making it easier for retailers to offer a diverse range of music to consumers.

Numinous Technologies

Acquisition in 1999
Numinous Technologies is a Seattle-based company that specializes in the development of graphics and interactive video software. The firm focuses on creating innovative solutions that enhance visual experiences, catering to a diverse range of industries. Recently, it was acquired by Microsoft, which underscores its significance in the technology sector and its potential for future growth and integration within Microsoft's broader portfolio. With a commitment to advancing interactive media, Numinous Technologies plays a crucial role in shaping the future of digital graphics and user engagement.

VXtreme

Acquisition in 1997
VXtreme is a software company that develops and offers streaming media solutions. Founded by Albert Wang, Rosen Sharma, Navin Chaddha, and Jamie Rapperport in 1995, the company was acquired by Microsoft Corp. in 1997. It is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California.

Dimension X

Acquisition in 1997
Dimension X supplies java-based platforms and tools for multimedia creation and delivery on the web. The company was founded by Karl Jacob in 1995 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Vermeer Technologies

Acquisition in 1996
Vermeer Technologies develops web publishing tools, web documents, and strategies for its clients. It was founded in 1994 and is based in Cambridge. It was acquired by Microsoft in 1996.

Altamira Software

Acquisition in 1994
Altamira Software offers digital graphics creation products, which are used to produce multimedia documents. Altamira is based in Mill Valley, Calif.

SoftImage

Acquisition in 1994
SoftImage is a prominent developer of 3D animation and video production software, catering to creative professionals in the gaming, film, and television industries. Founded in 1986 and headquartered in Montreal, Quebec, the company employs approximately 300 people globally. SoftImage specializes in creating advanced software solutions for both 3D animation and 2D cel animation, as well as compositing tools that enhance the creative process. In 1994, SoftImage was acquired by Microsoft, further solidifying its position in the digital media landscape.
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