Wonder
Venture Round in 2024
Wonder is a technology company that specializes in gaming and food delivery services. It offers an all-in-one gaming platform for Android mobile devices, enabling users to play, stream, and share games across various devices. Additionally, Wonder operates a food delivery service using trucks that function as mobile restaurants. Customers order food through a mobile app, and the Wonder trucks drive to a location near the user's home to prepare and deliver fresh meals on-site.
Meeno is a developer of an AI-driven relationship mentoring platform designed for young adults, particularly targeting Gen Z. The platform offers personalized coaching exercises aimed at improving close relationships and enhancing overall well-being. By utilizing artificial intelligence, Meeno provides tailored feedback and guidance on various relationship aspects, helping users strengthen their social connections. This focused approach positions Meeno as a vertical AI product within the realm of personal development and relationship enhancement.
Rocket.Chat
Series A in 2023
Rocket.Chat Holdings, Ltd., established in 2015, specializes in developing and operating an open-source web chat platform. The company offers a comprehensive suite of features, including video conferencing, helpdesk chat, file sharing, and screen sharing, along with API and native mobile applications. Rocket.Chat also provides white labeling, integrations, and hosting services. With over 500,000 servers installed and 12 million users worldwide, the platform facilitates internal and external communication within a secure environment. Users can run Rocket.Chat on-premises or on the cloud, tailoring the platform with features like individual and group communication, video conferencing, and integration with various external communications platforms. The company's long-term vision is to replace email with a real-time, federated communications platform and foster a marketplace for app-building and services.
Embrace
Venture Round in 2023
Embrace is a developer of a unified observability and error monitoring platform that enables engineers to effectively manage the complexities of mobile applications. The platform provides comprehensive insights by allowing users to access detailed behavioral and technical context, helping teams identify and prioritize issues instantly. Embrace empowers engineers to track user sessions, monitor activities, and analyze data related to app performance, including every view, tap, network request, and memory usage. By eliminating fragmented solutions and guesswork, Embrace enhances the ability of companies to resolve issues quickly and optimize mobile experiences, ultimately fostering the development of better and more impactful mobile applications.
Founded in 2021 as a subsidiary of EST Media Holdings, OP3N is a global Web3 superapp designed to streamline communication, connection, and commerce through on-chain interactions within a unified interface. The company's mission is to foster a decentralized and democratized creator economy, providing the necessary tools for minting, sharing, and engaging with digital goods and tokens. OP3N's leadership team includes Jaeson Ma, a media executive and entrepreneur with a successful track record in launching companies, and Eric Tu, an award-winning development executive with experience collaborating with major brands and artists. The company is based in Los Angeles and has a diverse portfolio of projects that includes partnerships with fashion brand AMBUSH, an intergalactic children's book by Grimes, a musical film with Simon Fuller, and a music video by Ava Max directed by Joseph Kahn. OP3N specializes in empowering artists to connect directly with their fans through token-gated access, leveraging AI to enhance user experience in a community-centric environment.
Crowdbotics
Series B in 2023
Crowdbotics Corporation is a software development company founded in 2016 and based in Richmond, California. It specializes in providing an application development platform that accelerates the creation and deployment of web and mobile applications. By utilizing a comprehensive library of millions of production-grade software packages, Crowdbotics enables product managers and developers to efficiently turn ideas into functional code. The platform emphasizes systematic code reuse and integrates seamlessly with existing processes and infrastructure, enhancing the development workflow. Additionally, Crowdbotics offers ongoing support in infrastructure, implementation, maintenance, operations, monitoring, and security, ensuring that applications remain robust and secure throughout their lifecycle. By leveraging artificial intelligence, the company improves the quality of requirement definitions, ultimately allowing developers to build applications more quickly and effectively while minimizing risks.
Bliq GmbH, established in 2019 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, specializes in developing application software for gig workers in the transport industry. Its flagship product, Bliq Ride, enables registered drivers to automate their daily tasks by accepting or rejecting orders from multiple platforms simultaneously. The company's mission is to streamline work organization for rideshare and delivery drivers using traffic data, technology, and collective intelligence. As of now, Bliq employs 25 people.
Narmi Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing online and mobile banking applications for financial institutions across the United States. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in New York, Narmi provides a comprehensive platform that allows regional and community banks and credit unions to attract, engage, and retain customers effectively. The company’s applications facilitate account openings in under 2.5 minutes, while ensuring a secure and user-friendly experience through features such as fraud protection, multi-factor authentication, and transaction monitoring. In addition to banking applications, Narmi also offers services in website design, development, hosting, and content management, helping financial institutions create a dynamic and engaging digital presence.
Wonder is a technology company that specializes in gaming and food delivery services. It offers an all-in-one gaming platform for Android mobile devices, enabling users to play, stream, and share games across various devices. Additionally, Wonder operates a food delivery service using trucks that function as mobile restaurants. Customers order food through a mobile app, and the Wonder trucks drive to a location near the user's home to prepare and deliver fresh meals on-site.
Bliq GmbH, established in 2019 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, specializes in developing application software for gig workers in the transport industry. Its flagship product, Bliq Ride, enables registered drivers to automate their daily tasks by accepting or rejecting orders from multiple platforms simultaneously. The company's mission is to streamline work organization for rideshare and delivery drivers using traffic data, technology, and collective intelligence. As of now, Bliq employs 25 people.
Genies, Inc. is a company specializing in avatar technology, enabling users to create personalized digital avatars for social media and messaging applications. By offering tools for designing avatars, avatar wearable fashion, and interactive experiences, Genies allows individuals to express their thoughts and feelings in a unique digital format. The company has gained significant traction among cultural influencers and has partnered with major music labels, serving as the official avatar provider for their artists. Genies has also launched consumer offerings, including an AR Developer Kit that facilitates the creation of interoperable avatar experiences in augmented reality. Their initial product, Silver Studio, allows users to design and trade digital fashion items. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Venice, California, Genies has successfully raised substantial investment, positioning itself as a leader in the avatar space and driving engagement for brands through the sale of exclusive digital goods.
Branch is a technology company that specializes in deep linking solutions, aimed at enhancing interactions between brands and users across digital platforms. Its innovative technology facilitates user-to-user referral programs, incorporating features such as rewarded referrals, content sharing, deep views, download banners, and personalized onboarding. Branch's services enable businesses to improve customer experiences while providing the tools necessary for measuring and optimizing campaign performance. Recognized by prominent brands like Instacart, Western Union, NBCUniversal, Zocdoc, and Sephora, Branch is positioned as a trusted partner for growth-driven teams seeking to maximize the effectiveness of their digital strategies.
Thunkable
Series B in 2022
Thunkable is a United States-based company that develops a user-friendly platform for creating mobile applications. Originating from MIT's App Inventor and YCombinator's W2016 batch, Thunkable allows users to build powerful native apps through a simple drag-and-drop interface, eliminating the need for extensive coding knowledge or complex software installations. The platform offers various built-in app templates that users can customize, and changes can be made and viewed instantly on devices via the Thunkable mobile app. Additionally, Thunkable enables users to easily deploy their applications to all major platforms, including the Play Store, streamlining the development process for app creators of all skill levels.
Smartcar, Inc. is a technology company based in Mountain View, California, founded in 2014. It specializes in creating a platform that connects vehicles with mobility applications, allowing developers to easily integrate vehicle data and functionalities into their apps. The company's API enables users to access a range of vehicle information, including battery status, fuel levels, odometer readings, and tire pressure. Additionally, Smartcar's platform allows for remote actions such as locking and unlocking vehicles, tracking location, and managing electric vehicle charging. By providing a developer-friendly interface, Smartcar simplifies the process for businesses to incorporate connected car capabilities into their services, facilitating a seamless user experience across various vehicle brands.
Wonder is a technology company that specializes in gaming and food delivery services. It offers an all-in-one gaming platform for Android mobile devices, enabling users to play, stream, and share games across various devices. Additionally, Wonder operates a food delivery service using trucks that function as mobile restaurants. Customers order food through a mobile app, and the Wonder trucks drive to a location near the user's home to prepare and deliver fresh meals on-site.
Embrace is a developer of a unified observability and error monitoring platform that enables engineers to effectively manage the complexities of mobile applications. The platform provides comprehensive insights by allowing users to access detailed behavioral and technical context, helping teams identify and prioritize issues instantly. Embrace empowers engineers to track user sessions, monitor activities, and analyze data related to app performance, including every view, tap, network request, and memory usage. By eliminating fragmented solutions and guesswork, Embrace enhances the ability of companies to resolve issues quickly and optimize mobile experiences, ultimately fostering the development of better and more impactful mobile applications.
Pager, Inc. is a company that operates an on-demand service platform designed to connect patients with healthcare services in various settings including homes, offices, and hotels. The company offers a mobile application that facilitates access to urgent care for a range of conditions such as infections, respiratory issues, and allergies. In addition to its core services, Pager provides nurse chat, teleconsultation, screening, vaccination, and prescription delivery. The company's mission focuses on improving healthcare accessibility, lowering costs, and simplifying care navigation through a flexible platform that integrates artificial intelligence and service teams. Amidst its extensive offerings, Pager supports over 15 million individuals across the United States and Latin America, enabling coordinated care that enhances patient engagement and decision-making. Incorporated in 2013 and headquartered in New York, Pager was previously known as techCare, Inc. before rebranding in 2014.
AllyAlign Health
Venture Round in 2021
AllyAlign Health, Inc. is a care management company that specializes in supporting patients with chronic and complex medical conditions. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Glen Allen, Virginia, the company operates an advanced care management platform that facilitates real-time, collaborative care across various healthcare settings. This platform connects patients with care teams and integrates essential health information, care plans, and benefits details, empowering users to make informed care decisions. It offers mobile and web-based access, allowing patients and their families to view, share, create, and update information conveniently from home or from afar. The company's central database is HIPAA compliant and consolidates data from diverse sources, including electronic health records, lab tests, and clinical systems, ensuring comprehensive and meaningful clinical insights through semantic data modeling.
Genies, Inc. is a company specializing in avatar technology, enabling users to create personalized digital avatars for social media and messaging applications. By offering tools for designing avatars, avatar wearable fashion, and interactive experiences, Genies allows individuals to express their thoughts and feelings in a unique digital format. The company has gained significant traction among cultural influencers and has partnered with major music labels, serving as the official avatar provider for their artists. Genies has also launched consumer offerings, including an AR Developer Kit that facilitates the creation of interoperable avatar experiences in augmented reality. Their initial product, Silver Studio, allows users to design and trade digital fashion items. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Venice, California, Genies has successfully raised substantial investment, positioning itself as a leader in the avatar space and driving engagement for brands through the sale of exclusive digital goods.
Rocket.Chat
Series A in 2021
Rocket.Chat Holdings, Ltd., established in 2015, specializes in developing and operating an open-source web chat platform. The company offers a comprehensive suite of features, including video conferencing, helpdesk chat, file sharing, and screen sharing, along with API and native mobile applications. Rocket.Chat also provides white labeling, integrations, and hosting services. With over 500,000 servers installed and 12 million users worldwide, the platform facilitates internal and external communication within a secure environment. Users can run Rocket.Chat on-premises or on the cloud, tailoring the platform with features like individual and group communication, video conferencing, and integration with various external communications platforms. The company's long-term vision is to replace email with a real-time, federated communications platform and foster a marketplace for app-building and services.
Narmi Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing online and mobile banking applications for financial institutions across the United States. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in New York, Narmi provides a comprehensive platform that allows regional and community banks and credit unions to attract, engage, and retain customers effectively. The company’s applications facilitate account openings in under 2.5 minutes, while ensuring a secure and user-friendly experience through features such as fraud protection, multi-factor authentication, and transaction monitoring. In addition to banking applications, Narmi also offers services in website design, development, hosting, and content management, helping financial institutions create a dynamic and engaging digital presence.
Robinhood
Convertible Note in 2021
Robinhood Financial LLC is an online brokerage firm that provides commission-free trading services to self-directed investors through its mobile application and website. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Menlo Park, California, the company, previously known as Chronos Financial, LLC, rebranded in 2013. As a subsidiary of Robinhood Markets, Inc., Robinhood offers a comprehensive platform for trading stocks, options, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and cryptocurrencies. The firm aims to democratize access to financial markets, allowing users to trade and manage their investments easily. Its innovative platform includes features such as fractional shares, recurring investments, and IPO access. Robinhood generates revenue primarily by routing user orders to market makers, facilitating transactions across various asset classes.
Robinhood
Series F in 2020
Robinhood Financial LLC is an online brokerage firm that provides commission-free trading services to self-directed investors through its mobile application and website. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Menlo Park, California, the company, previously known as Chronos Financial, LLC, rebranded in 2013. As a subsidiary of Robinhood Markets, Inc., Robinhood offers a comprehensive platform for trading stocks, options, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and cryptocurrencies. The firm aims to democratize access to financial markets, allowing users to trade and manage their investments easily. Its innovative platform includes features such as fractional shares, recurring investments, and IPO access. Robinhood generates revenue primarily by routing user orders to market makers, facilitating transactions across various asset classes.
Pager, Inc. is a company that operates an on-demand service platform designed to connect patients with healthcare services in various settings including homes, offices, and hotels. The company offers a mobile application that facilitates access to urgent care for a range of conditions such as infections, respiratory issues, and allergies. In addition to its core services, Pager provides nurse chat, teleconsultation, screening, vaccination, and prescription delivery. The company's mission focuses on improving healthcare accessibility, lowering costs, and simplifying care navigation through a flexible platform that integrates artificial intelligence and service teams. Amidst its extensive offerings, Pager supports over 15 million individuals across the United States and Latin America, enabling coordinated care that enhances patient engagement and decision-making. Incorporated in 2013 and headquartered in New York, Pager was previously known as techCare, Inc. before rebranding in 2014.
Fetchr
Convertible Note in 2019
Fetchr is a logistics and shipping services provider that focuses on enabling local merchants and global brands to establish and expand profitable eCommerce operations. The company addresses the challenges posed by the lack of physical addresses in emerging markets by utilizing an innovative app that employs GPS technology to accurately pinpoint delivery locations. This technology facilitates both domestic and international shipments, allowing Fetchr to streamline the courier process through automation and predictive machine learning, enhancing overall efficiency. By offering a user-friendly solution, Fetchr simplifies the shipping experience, making it easier for clients to dispatch goods globally.
Stockwell
Series B in 2019
Stockwell AI, Inc. operates automated retail stores that provide everyday essentials in convenient locations such as offices, apartments, gyms, and college campuses. Founded in 2016 and based in Oakland, California, the company utilizes advanced technology, including computer vision and machine learning, to facilitate transactions through its Bodega application. This app allows users to link their payment methods and easily access items within the automated stores. Stockwell AI focuses on enhancing the retail experience by combining the convenience of online shopping with the immediacy of in-person purchases. The company offers smart vending machines stocked with non-perishable grocery items, aiming to save consumers time and reduce the costs associated with traditional shopping methods. In July 2018, Stockwell AI changed its name from Bodega AI and now operates as a subsidiary of 365 Retail Markets, LLC.
Rocket.Chat
Seed Round in 2019
Rocket.Chat Holdings, Ltd., established in 2015, specializes in developing and operating an open-source web chat platform. The company offers a comprehensive suite of features, including video conferencing, helpdesk chat, file sharing, and screen sharing, along with API and native mobile applications. Rocket.Chat also provides white labeling, integrations, and hosting services. With over 500,000 servers installed and 12 million users worldwide, the platform facilitates internal and external communication within a secure environment. Users can run Rocket.Chat on-premises or on the cloud, tailoring the platform with features like individual and group communication, video conferencing, and integration with various external communications platforms. The company's long-term vision is to replace email with a real-time, federated communications platform and foster a marketplace for app-building and services.
Robinhood
Series E in 2019
Robinhood Financial LLC is an online brokerage firm that provides commission-free trading services to self-directed investors through its mobile application and website. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Menlo Park, California, the company, previously known as Chronos Financial, LLC, rebranded in 2013. As a subsidiary of Robinhood Markets, Inc., Robinhood offers a comprehensive platform for trading stocks, options, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and cryptocurrencies. The firm aims to democratize access to financial markets, allowing users to trade and manage their investments easily. Its innovative platform includes features such as fractional shares, recurring investments, and IPO access. Robinhood generates revenue primarily by routing user orders to market makers, facilitating transactions across various asset classes.
Genies
Venture Round in 2019
Genies, Inc. is a company specializing in avatar technology, enabling users to create personalized digital avatars for social media and messaging applications. By offering tools for designing avatars, avatar wearable fashion, and interactive experiences, Genies allows individuals to express their thoughts and feelings in a unique digital format. The company has gained significant traction among cultural influencers and has partnered with major music labels, serving as the official avatar provider for their artists. Genies has also launched consumer offerings, including an AR Developer Kit that facilitates the creation of interoperable avatar experiences in augmented reality. Their initial product, Silver Studio, allows users to design and trade digital fashion items. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Venice, California, Genies has successfully raised substantial investment, positioning itself as a leader in the avatar space and driving engagement for brands through the sale of exclusive digital goods.
Level, operating under the name Zero Financial, Inc., is a financial technology company based in San Francisco, California, that offers a modern mobile banking experience. The company's primary products include a mobile banking application, a debit card known as Zerocard, and a checking account called Zero Checking. The app provides users with real-time insights into their finances, displaying debit card purchases alongside other transactions to help manage their budgets effectively. Unlike traditional banking options, Zerocard combines the convenience of a debit card with the benefits of a credit card, offering users unlimited cash back rewards ranging from 1.0% to 3.0% on expenditures, as well as competitive annual interest rates on account balances. Level aims to eliminate common banking fees, striving to simplify personal finance management for its users.
AppSheet is an intelligent no-code platform established in 2014 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington. It enables business users to create powerful, code-free applications by leveraging their business data. The platform connects with various data sources, including cloud storage services and relational databases, allowing for quick generation of customizable applications. These applications can incorporate advanced features such as offline access, workflow rules, and machine learning capabilities, and they are designed to run seamlessly on web, iOS, Android, and messaging platforms. AppSheet's focus on simplifying app development helps organizations meet IT governance and security requirements while enhancing the end-user experience through rich, custom software solutions.
Jyve Corporation is a technology company that has developed a mobile application to connect brands and retailers with on-demand labor. Founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, Jyve's platform addresses the in-store execution needs of its customers by providing access to a network of certified skilled workers, known as Jyvers. These workers are trained to perform various tasks such as stocking, auditing, ordering, and building displays. Operating throughout most of the United States, Jyve aims to enhance operational efficiency and revenue growth for businesses by matching them with the appropriate talent at the right time, while also offering insights into employee performance.
GOQii Inc. is a digital health and wellness company that provides innovative solutions aimed at helping individuals adopt healthier lifestyles. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Menlo Park, California, with additional offices in Mumbai and Shenzhen, GOQii offers activity tracker wearables and a comprehensive application that monitors various health metrics, including sleep patterns, physical activity, and calories burned. The platform connects users with a diverse range of professional health and fitness coaches, such as nutritionists and personal trainers, who provide personalized guidance through private chats and video calls based on individual health data. Additionally, the app facilitates medical consultations, diagnostic test bookings, and storage of health records in the cloud. GOQii's mission is to empower millions globally to achieve their health goals through a blend of advanced technology and expert support.
Genies
Venture Round in 2018
Genies, Inc. is a company specializing in avatar technology, enabling users to create personalized digital avatars for social media and messaging applications. By offering tools for designing avatars, avatar wearable fashion, and interactive experiences, Genies allows individuals to express their thoughts and feelings in a unique digital format. The company has gained significant traction among cultural influencers and has partnered with major music labels, serving as the official avatar provider for their artists. Genies has also launched consumer offerings, including an AR Developer Kit that facilitates the creation of interoperable avatar experiences in augmented reality. Their initial product, Silver Studio, allows users to design and trade digital fashion items. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Venice, California, Genies has successfully raised substantial investment, positioning itself as a leader in the avatar space and driving engagement for brands through the sale of exclusive digital goods.
Level
Venture Round in 2018
Level, operating under the name Zero Financial, Inc., is a financial technology company based in San Francisco, California, that offers a modern mobile banking experience. The company's primary products include a mobile banking application, a debit card known as Zerocard, and a checking account called Zero Checking. The app provides users with real-time insights into their finances, displaying debit card purchases alongside other transactions to help manage their budgets effectively. Unlike traditional banking options, Zerocard combines the convenience of a debit card with the benefits of a credit card, offering users unlimited cash back rewards ranging from 1.0% to 3.0% on expenditures, as well as competitive annual interest rates on account balances. Level aims to eliminate common banking fees, striving to simplify personal finance management for its users.
Masse is a mobile application designed to facilitate product discovery through trusted recommendations from friends. The platform allows users to ask for and share product suggestions, particularly in categories such as fashion and electronics. By leveraging community insights, Masse aims to enhance the online shopping experience, providing users with confidence in their purchasing decisions. The app focuses on creating a network of trusted recommendations, thereby helping users discover new products that align with their preferences and needs.
CareZone is a healthcare platform focused on simplifying personal healthcare management and enhancing coordination among family members and caregivers. The company offers a solution that automates prescription refill reminders, appointment tracking, and provides controlled access to health information, allowing users to manage their healthcare needs efficiently. By centralizing these services in a single interface, CareZone enables individuals to better organize their health management and facilitate communication with those involved in their care.
Dreams is a New York City-based company that specializes in a mobile-only television platform, focusing on a modern, mobile-first news experience. Founded in 2016 by Tom Bender and Greg Hochmuth, Dreams employs patent-pending computer vision technology to transform live television news into a vertical video format in real-time. This innovative approach allows for the creation of the first-ever live, 24/7 vertical video news channels. The Dreams app is available for free in the United States on both the App Store and Google Play, and it does not require any login or registration, making it accessible to a wide audience.
Vina, Inc. is a company that focuses on creating networking and communication platforms aimed at empowering women. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, California, Vina operates the Hey! VINA app, which serves as a social networking tool for women to meet new friends, as well as LadyBrag.com, a platform encouraging women to recognize and share their achievements. Through these products, Vina facilitates connections among women primarily in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia, enabling them to celebrate their successes and support one another in a collaborative environment.
Smartcar, Inc. is a technology company based in Mountain View, California, founded in 2014. It specializes in creating a platform that connects vehicles with mobility applications, allowing developers to easily integrate vehicle data and functionalities into their apps. The company's API enables users to access a range of vehicle information, including battery status, fuel levels, odometer readings, and tire pressure. Additionally, Smartcar's platform allows for remote actions such as locking and unlocking vehicles, tracking location, and managing electric vehicle charging. By providing a developer-friendly interface, Smartcar simplifies the process for businesses to incorporate connected car capabilities into their services, facilitating a seamless user experience across various vehicle brands.
Pager, Inc. is a company that operates an on-demand service platform designed to connect patients with healthcare services in various settings including homes, offices, and hotels. The company offers a mobile application that facilitates access to urgent care for a range of conditions such as infections, respiratory issues, and allergies. In addition to its core services, Pager provides nurse chat, teleconsultation, screening, vaccination, and prescription delivery. The company's mission focuses on improving healthcare accessibility, lowering costs, and simplifying care navigation through a flexible platform that integrates artificial intelligence and service teams. Amidst its extensive offerings, Pager supports over 15 million individuals across the United States and Latin America, enabling coordinated care that enhances patient engagement and decision-making. Incorporated in 2013 and headquartered in New York, Pager was previously known as techCare, Inc. before rebranding in 2014.
ByteDance
Venture Round in 2018
ByteDance is a technology company that develops and operates a range of content platforms, most notably TikTok and Douyin. It aims to enhance user experiences through innovative technology, allowing individuals to connect, create, and consume content seamlessly. The company specializes in mobile applications that cater to online media, entertainment, and social networking, leveraging artificial intelligence to deliver personalized content that aligns with users' preferences. In addition to its flagship platforms, ByteDance provides tools that facilitate content creation and collaboration, reflecting its commitment to enriching lives through technology.
Genies
Venture Round in 2017
Genies, Inc. is a company specializing in avatar technology, enabling users to create personalized digital avatars for social media and messaging applications. By offering tools for designing avatars, avatar wearable fashion, and interactive experiences, Genies allows individuals to express their thoughts and feelings in a unique digital format. The company has gained significant traction among cultural influencers and has partnered with major music labels, serving as the official avatar provider for their artists. Genies has also launched consumer offerings, including an AR Developer Kit that facilitates the creation of interoperable avatar experiences in augmented reality. Their initial product, Silver Studio, allows users to design and trade digital fashion items. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Venice, California, Genies has successfully raised substantial investment, positioning itself as a leader in the avatar space and driving engagement for brands through the sale of exclusive digital goods.
Scoutible
Seed Round in 2017
Scoutible, Inc. is a game-based hiring platform that leverages immersive mobile games to identify ideal candidates for job positions. Founded in 2015 and based in Walnut, California, the company utilizes patent-pending technology and machine learning algorithms to assess players' cognitive and personality traits during gameplay. This innovative approach allows Scoutible to match candidates' attributes with those of successful employees within companies, facilitating a more effective hiring process. By providing insights into individual strengths and aptitudes, Scoutible enables employers to identify and connect with qualified candidates, ultimately enhancing workforce alignment and performance.
Level, operating under the name Zero Financial, Inc., is a financial technology company based in San Francisco, California, that offers a modern mobile banking experience. The company's primary products include a mobile banking application, a debit card known as Zerocard, and a checking account called Zero Checking. The app provides users with real-time insights into their finances, displaying debit card purchases alongside other transactions to help manage their budgets effectively. Unlike traditional banking options, Zerocard combines the convenience of a debit card with the benefits of a credit card, offering users unlimited cash back rewards ranging from 1.0% to 3.0% on expenditures, as well as competitive annual interest rates on account balances. Level aims to eliminate common banking fees, striving to simplify personal finance management for its users.
Wheels Up Experience
Private Equity Round in 2017
Wheels Up is a membership-based private aviation company that specializes in on-demand flight services in the United States. By leveraging data and technology, it connects consumers with safety-vetted private aircraft, offering both programmatic and charter options. The company aims to reduce the upfront costs associated with private flying while providing flexibility, service, and safety to its members. Through its mobile app, users can easily book flights, manage accounts, and access ride-share opportunities. Additionally, members participate in the Wheels Down program, which enhances their travel experiences. Wheels Up operates a diverse fleet, utilizing owned, leased, and chartered aircraft to provide a wide range of global travel alternatives.
Wheels Up Experience
Series C in 2017
Wheels Up is a membership-based private aviation company that specializes in on-demand flight services in the United States. By leveraging data and technology, it connects consumers with safety-vetted private aircraft, offering both programmatic and charter options. The company aims to reduce the upfront costs associated with private flying while providing flexibility, service, and safety to its members. Through its mobile app, users can easily book flights, manage accounts, and access ride-share opportunities. Additionally, members participate in the Wheels Down program, which enhances their travel experiences. Wheels Up operates a diverse fleet, utilizing owned, leased, and chartered aircraft to provide a wide range of global travel alternatives.
Noonlight
Seed Round in 2017
Noonlight, Inc. is a personal safety technology company that develops a mobile application designed to enhance user safety by connecting various Internet of Things (IoT) devices. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Saint Louis, Missouri, Noonlight's application enables users to create accounts, connect their devices, and sense potential danger. The platform offers a seamless experience across iOS and Android devices, allowing for precise location detection and the ability to trigger alarms manually. In emergency situations, the application can alert law enforcement without requiring a 911 call or the need for users to communicate verbally. Noonlight has evolved into a comprehensive connected safety platform, partnering with various products and services to provide 24/7 professional monitoring and data-driven emergency response, ensuring users can feel secure in any environment.
MoneyTap is an app-based credit line that provides small to medium-sized cash loans, quick credit on mobile, and affordable interest rates. It is currently available in Delhi NCR (Delhi, New Delhi, Noida, Greater Noida, Ghaziabad, Faridabad, Gurgaon), Mumbai (Mumbai, Navi Mumbai & Thane), Hyderabad, Chennai, Bangalore, Jaipur, Mohali, Panchkula, Chandigarh, Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Anand, Vijayawada, Vizag, Indore, Ankleshwar, Bharuch, and Gandhinagar. MoneyTap was founded in 2015 by a passionate pack of IIT/ISB alumni. It is headquartered in Bangalore, Karnataka.
Blispay
Venture Round in 2017
Blispay Inc. is a financial technology company based in Baltimore, Maryland, founded in 2014. It develops a mobile application designed for online bill payments and provides a unique financing solution for retailers through its Blispay Visa Card. This mobile-centric credit card allows merchants, regardless of size, to offer a streamlined in-store financing experience without the need for technical integration or financial commitments. Customers benefit from instant card issuance, six months of special financing options, and 2% cash back on purchases. Blispay aims to enhance the shopping experience by providing everyday credit and financing solutions that cater to the needs of both consumers and small to midsize retailers, ultimately helping businesses increase sales and improve customer satisfaction. The founding team comprises seasoned professionals with backgrounds at notable companies including PayPal and Microsoft.
Fetchr is a logistics and shipping services provider that focuses on enabling local merchants and global brands to establish and expand profitable eCommerce operations. The company addresses the challenges posed by the lack of physical addresses in emerging markets by utilizing an innovative app that employs GPS technology to accurately pinpoint delivery locations. This technology facilitates both domestic and international shipments, allowing Fetchr to streamline the courier process through automation and predictive machine learning, enhancing overall efficiency. By offering a user-friendly solution, Fetchr simplifies the shipping experience, making it easier for clients to dispatch goods globally.
Robinhood
Series C in 2017
Robinhood Financial LLC is an online brokerage firm that provides commission-free trading services to self-directed investors through its mobile application and website. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Menlo Park, California, the company, previously known as Chronos Financial, LLC, rebranded in 2013. As a subsidiary of Robinhood Markets, Inc., Robinhood offers a comprehensive platform for trading stocks, options, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and cryptocurrencies. The firm aims to democratize access to financial markets, allowing users to trade and manage their investments easily. Its innovative platform includes features such as fractional shares, recurring investments, and IPO access. Robinhood generates revenue primarily by routing user orders to market makers, facilitating transactions across various asset classes.
Branch is a technology company that specializes in deep linking solutions, aimed at enhancing interactions between brands and users across digital platforms. Its innovative technology facilitates user-to-user referral programs, incorporating features such as rewarded referrals, content sharing, deep views, download banners, and personalized onboarding. Branch's services enable businesses to improve customer experiences while providing the tools necessary for measuring and optimizing campaign performance. Recognized by prominent brands like Instacart, Western Union, NBCUniversal, Zocdoc, and Sephora, Branch is positioned as a trusted partner for growth-driven teams seeking to maximize the effectiveness of their digital strategies.
Placester
Series D in 2017
Placester is a comprehensive business platform designed for real estate professionals, offering a suite of tools including lead capturing websites, lead management, email marketing, marketing automation, analytics, and educational resources with 24/7 support. Founded in 2011 by Matthew Barba and Frederick Townes, the platform facilitates online and mobile business growth through seamless MLS integration, natural language search, and visually appealing designs. Placester provides a variety of apps and add-ons for high-impact email marketing, digital advertising campaigns, lead management, and task streamlining. The company serves a significant portion of real estate professionals in the U.S. and is a technology partner to leading real estate brands across North America, including being the sole website provider for the REALTOR Benefits® Program of the National Association of REALTORS®.
Fam
Convertible Note in 2017
Fam's mission is to build products that revolutionize the way teens and millennials communicate. They believe in a calculated combination of live group video and group chat messaging to execute this. It is the world’s first group video chat app for iMessage, with over 7 million users. Their app instantly connects with the family and friends closest to its user through group video calling, right from their iPhone, and Android text message app.
Peanut App
Seed Round in 2017
Peanut App Limited is a London-based company that has developed a social networking application designed to connect mothers with similar interests and children of comparable ages. Launched in 2016, the app provides a platform for women to create group chats and organize face-to-face meetings, fostering a sense of community and support among users. Peanut aims to offer a safe space for women to build friendships, share experiences, and learn from one another, making it a unique resource for mothers navigating similar life stages. The application is available for free on both iOS and Android devices.
Letgo is a mobile platform founded in 2015, facilitating local buying and selling of second-hand goods. With over 100 million downloads and 400 million listings, it's one of America's most popular apps for trading items, ranging from electronics and vehicles to clothing and furniture. Letgo's innovative features, such as image recognition and instant chat, simplify the process of listing items and connecting buyers and sellers. The platform's user-friendly interface allows users to snap a photo, and letgo automatically suggests a title, price, and category for the listing.
Fluid Truck
Seed Round in 2016
Fluid Truck is a technology-driven B2B platform focused on truck sharing, aiming to transform the utilization of business vehicles in the United States. Established in 2015 and headquartered in Broomfield, Colorado, the company provides a mobile application that enables businesses to share and rent trucks, optimizing vehicle usage through fractional ownership. The application is accessible on both the App Store and Google Play, allowing business owners to efficiently manage their transportation needs by connecting with others in their community to rent vehicles when not in use.
Scoutible
Seed Round in 2016
Scoutible, Inc. is a game-based hiring platform that leverages immersive mobile games to identify ideal candidates for job positions. Founded in 2015 and based in Walnut, California, the company utilizes patent-pending technology and machine learning algorithms to assess players' cognitive and personality traits during gameplay. This innovative approach allows Scoutible to match candidates' attributes with those of successful employees within companies, facilitating a more effective hiring process. By providing insights into individual strengths and aptitudes, Scoutible enables employers to identify and connect with qualified candidates, ultimately enhancing workforce alignment and performance.
Rocket.Chat
Seed Round in 2016
Rocket.Chat Holdings, Ltd., established in 2015, specializes in developing and operating an open-source web chat platform. The company offers a comprehensive suite of features, including video conferencing, helpdesk chat, file sharing, and screen sharing, along with API and native mobile applications. Rocket.Chat also provides white labeling, integrations, and hosting services. With over 500,000 servers installed and 12 million users worldwide, the platform facilitates internal and external communication within a secure environment. Users can run Rocket.Chat on-premises or on the cloud, tailoring the platform with features like individual and group communication, video conferencing, and integration with various external communications platforms. The company's long-term vision is to replace email with a real-time, federated communications platform and foster a marketplace for app-building and services.
Pager
Venture Round in 2016
Pager, Inc. is a company that operates an on-demand service platform designed to connect patients with healthcare services in various settings including homes, offices, and hotels. The company offers a mobile application that facilitates access to urgent care for a range of conditions such as infections, respiratory issues, and allergies. In addition to its core services, Pager provides nurse chat, teleconsultation, screening, vaccination, and prescription delivery. The company's mission focuses on improving healthcare accessibility, lowering costs, and simplifying care navigation through a flexible platform that integrates artificial intelligence and service teams. Amidst its extensive offerings, Pager supports over 15 million individuals across the United States and Latin America, enabling coordinated care that enhances patient engagement and decision-making. Incorporated in 2013 and headquartered in New York, Pager was previously known as techCare, Inc. before rebranding in 2014.
Vina, Inc. is a company that focuses on creating networking and communication platforms aimed at empowering women. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, California, Vina operates the Hey! VINA app, which serves as a social networking tool for women to meet new friends, as well as LadyBrag.com, a platform encouraging women to recognize and share their achievements. Through these products, Vina facilitates connections among women primarily in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia, enabling them to celebrate their successes and support one another in a collaborative environment.
Level, operating under the name Zero Financial, Inc., is a financial technology company based in San Francisco, California, that offers a modern mobile banking experience. The company's primary products include a mobile banking application, a debit card known as Zerocard, and a checking account called Zero Checking. The app provides users with real-time insights into their finances, displaying debit card purchases alongside other transactions to help manage their budgets effectively. Unlike traditional banking options, Zerocard combines the convenience of a debit card with the benefits of a credit card, offering users unlimited cash back rewards ranging from 1.0% to 3.0% on expenditures, as well as competitive annual interest rates on account balances. Level aims to eliminate common banking fees, striving to simplify personal finance management for its users.
Letgo is a mobile platform founded in 2015, facilitating local buying and selling of second-hand goods. With over 100 million downloads and 400 million listings, it's one of America's most popular apps for trading items, ranging from electronics and vehicles to clothing and furniture. Letgo's innovative features, such as image recognition and instant chat, simplify the process of listing items and connecting buyers and sellers. The platform's user-friendly interface allows users to snap a photo, and letgo automatically suggests a title, price, and category for the listing.
ViewLift
Venture Round in 2016
ViewLift is a comprehensive video streaming platform designed for publishers to effectively distribute and monetize their content across various digital devices, including mobile, OTT, IPTV, and Smart TVs. The platform enables companies to connect directly with consumers by streaming video content, thereby reaching targeted audiences in a dynamic media environment. ViewLift offers a range of features, including video monetization, analytics, and content distribution, allowing creators and brands to develop successful business models around their offerings. With its focus on custom branded native applications, ViewLift simplifies the process of engaging viewers and managing content across multiple platforms.
Blispay
Seed Round in 2016
Blispay Inc. is a financial technology company based in Baltimore, Maryland, founded in 2014. It develops a mobile application designed for online bill payments and provides a unique financing solution for retailers through its Blispay Visa Card. This mobile-centric credit card allows merchants, regardless of size, to offer a streamlined in-store financing experience without the need for technical integration or financial commitments. Customers benefit from instant card issuance, six months of special financing options, and 2% cash back on purchases. Blispay aims to enhance the shopping experience by providing everyday credit and financing solutions that cater to the needs of both consumers and small to midsize retailers, ultimately helping businesses increase sales and improve customer satisfaction. The founding team comprises seasoned professionals with backgrounds at notable companies including PayPal and Microsoft.
Branch is a technology company that specializes in deep linking solutions, aimed at enhancing interactions between brands and users across digital platforms. Its innovative technology facilitates user-to-user referral programs, incorporating features such as rewarded referrals, content sharing, deep views, download banners, and personalized onboarding. Branch's services enable businesses to improve customer experiences while providing the tools necessary for measuring and optimizing campaign performance. Recognized by prominent brands like Instacart, Western Union, NBCUniversal, Zocdoc, and Sephora, Branch is positioned as a trusted partner for growth-driven teams seeking to maximize the effectiveness of their digital strategies.
Didi
Venture Round in 2016
Didi Chuxing, founded in 2012 in Beijing, is a leading mobile transportation platform providing app-based services such as taxi hailing, private car-hailing, social ride-sharing, car rental, and enterprise solutions. With over 450 million users and daily orders reaching 25 million, Didi offers a variety of mobility options to optimize resource allocation through big data-driven algorithms. The company aims to address transportation, environmental, and employment challenges by collaborating with communities and partners. Acquiring Uber China in 2016, Didi has over 21 million drivers and car owners on its platform, generating income while offering convenient transportation solutions to users worldwide.
GOQii Inc. is a digital health and wellness company that provides innovative solutions aimed at helping individuals adopt healthier lifestyles. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Menlo Park, California, with additional offices in Mumbai and Shenzhen, GOQii offers activity tracker wearables and a comprehensive application that monitors various health metrics, including sleep patterns, physical activity, and calories burned. The platform connects users with a diverse range of professional health and fitness coaches, such as nutritionists and personal trainers, who provide personalized guidance through private chats and video calls based on individual health data. Additionally, the app facilitates medical consultations, diagnostic test bookings, and storage of health records in the cloud. GOQii's mission is to empower millions globally to achieve their health goals through a blend of advanced technology and expert support.
Placester
Series C in 2015
Placester is a comprehensive business platform designed for real estate professionals, offering a suite of tools including lead capturing websites, lead management, email marketing, marketing automation, analytics, and educational resources with 24/7 support. Founded in 2011 by Matthew Barba and Frederick Townes, the platform facilitates online and mobile business growth through seamless MLS integration, natural language search, and visually appealing designs. Placester provides a variety of apps and add-ons for high-impact email marketing, digital advertising campaigns, lead management, and task streamlining. The company serves a significant portion of real estate professionals in the U.S. and is a technology partner to leading real estate brands across North America, including being the sole website provider for the REALTOR Benefits® Program of the National Association of REALTORS®.
Sochat is an iOS and Android mobile messaging application and connection platform. It allows its users to publish groups nearby with a PIN to quickly gather up and share GIFs, photos, videos, disappearing messages, and drawings among its users. It also allows sending songs and YouTube videos, play rock paper scissors game, and poll friends and groups. Sochat is a U.S.-based company that was founded in 2014 by Lukens Orthwein.
AppSheet
Seed Round in 2015
AppSheet is an intelligent no-code platform established in 2014 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington. It enables business users to create powerful, code-free applications by leveraging their business data. The platform connects with various data sources, including cloud storage services and relational databases, allowing for quick generation of customizable applications. These applications can incorporate advanced features such as offline access, workflow rules, and machine learning capabilities, and they are designed to run seamlessly on web, iOS, Android, and messaging platforms. AppSheet's focus on simplifying app development helps organizations meet IT governance and security requirements while enhancing the end-user experience through rich, custom software solutions.
Wheels Up Experience
Private Equity Round in 2015
Wheels Up is a membership-based private aviation company that specializes in on-demand flight services in the United States. By leveraging data and technology, it connects consumers with safety-vetted private aircraft, offering both programmatic and charter options. The company aims to reduce the upfront costs associated with private flying while providing flexibility, service, and safety to its members. Through its mobile app, users can easily book flights, manage accounts, and access ride-share opportunities. Additionally, members participate in the Wheels Down program, which enhances their travel experiences. Wheels Up operates a diverse fleet, utilizing owned, leased, and chartered aircraft to provide a wide range of global travel alternatives.
Pager, Inc. is a company that operates an on-demand service platform designed to connect patients with healthcare services in various settings including homes, offices, and hotels. The company offers a mobile application that facilitates access to urgent care for a range of conditions such as infections, respiratory issues, and allergies. In addition to its core services, Pager provides nurse chat, teleconsultation, screening, vaccination, and prescription delivery. The company's mission focuses on improving healthcare accessibility, lowering costs, and simplifying care navigation through a flexible platform that integrates artificial intelligence and service teams. Amidst its extensive offerings, Pager supports over 15 million individuals across the United States and Latin America, enabling coordinated care that enhances patient engagement and decision-making. Incorporated in 2013 and headquartered in New York, Pager was previously known as techCare, Inc. before rebranding in 2014.
Fetchr is a logistics and shipping services provider that focuses on enabling local merchants and global brands to establish and expand profitable eCommerce operations. The company addresses the challenges posed by the lack of physical addresses in emerging markets by utilizing an innovative app that employs GPS technology to accurately pinpoint delivery locations. This technology facilitates both domestic and international shipments, allowing Fetchr to streamline the courier process through automation and predictive machine learning, enhancing overall efficiency. By offering a user-friendly solution, Fetchr simplifies the shipping experience, making it easier for clients to dispatch goods globally.
Duolingo, Inc. is a language-learning platform founded in 2011 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The company offers a wide array of educational resources, including 98 courses across nearly 40 languages, accessible for free or through a premium subscription model. With around 30 million active users, Duolingo has become a leading educational app globally, known for its engaging and gamified learning experience. Its offerings include the Duolingo Language Learning App, Super Duolingo, and the Duolingo English Test, which provides AI-driven language assessments. Additionally, Duolingo for Schools enables teachers to monitor their students' progress. The company's technology leverages advanced data analytics and artificial intelligence to enhance the learning process, while its revenue is primarily generated through subscriptions, in-app purchases, and business services.
Little Labs
Seed Round in 2015
Little Labs Inc., founded in 2014 and based in Los Angeles, California, specializes in developing smartwatch applications. The company is known for Facer, a leading platform for watch face customization compatible with Apple Watch, Android Wear, and Tizen. Recognized for its innovative contributions, Little Labs serves as the official publisher for watch faces from major networks such as CBS, Sony, and FOX across all platforms. Additionally, the company gained prominence by creating the official game for the movie The Martian, marking it as the first AAA game available on both Apple Watch and Android Wear. Through its focus on smartwatch technology, Little Labs is actively shaping the future of the post-phone era.
Genies, Inc. is a company specializing in avatar technology, enabling users to create personalized digital avatars for social media and messaging applications. By offering tools for designing avatars, avatar wearable fashion, and interactive experiences, Genies allows individuals to express their thoughts and feelings in a unique digital format. The company has gained significant traction among cultural influencers and has partnered with major music labels, serving as the official avatar provider for their artists. Genies has also launched consumer offerings, including an AR Developer Kit that facilitates the creation of interoperable avatar experiences in augmented reality. Their initial product, Silver Studio, allows users to design and trade digital fashion items. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Venice, California, Genies has successfully raised substantial investment, positioning itself as a leader in the avatar space and driving engagement for brands through the sale of exclusive digital goods.
Robinhood
Series B in 2015
Robinhood Financial LLC is an online brokerage firm that provides commission-free trading services to self-directed investors through its mobile application and website. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Menlo Park, California, the company, previously known as Chronos Financial, LLC, rebranded in 2013. As a subsidiary of Robinhood Markets, Inc., Robinhood offers a comprehensive platform for trading stocks, options, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and cryptocurrencies. The firm aims to democratize access to financial markets, allowing users to trade and manage their investments easily. Its innovative platform includes features such as fractional shares, recurring investments, and IPO access. Robinhood generates revenue primarily by routing user orders to market makers, facilitating transactions across various asset classes.
Placester
Series B in 2015
Placester is a comprehensive business platform designed for real estate professionals, offering a suite of tools including lead capturing websites, lead management, email marketing, marketing automation, analytics, and educational resources with 24/7 support. Founded in 2011 by Matthew Barba and Frederick Townes, the platform facilitates online and mobile business growth through seamless MLS integration, natural language search, and visually appealing designs. Placester provides a variety of apps and add-ons for high-impact email marketing, digital advertising campaigns, lead management, and task streamlining. The company serves a significant portion of real estate professionals in the U.S. and is a technology partner to leading real estate brands across North America, including being the sole website provider for the REALTOR Benefits® Program of the National Association of REALTORS®.
ScoreStream
Seed Round in 2015
ScoreStream, Inc. is a communication platform that specializes in mobile applications designed for sharing information about sporting events, particularly high school sports. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Diego, California, the company’s platform includes both iOS and Android applications, as well as a website. ScoreStream engages fans by allowing them to crowd-source scores, photos, videos, and conversations from numerous games each week. This user-generated content not only enhances the experience for fans but also provides accurate reporting and coverage of local sports, catering to consumers and media companies alike. The company's former name was Crowdscores, Inc., and it has collaborated with notable clients such as ESPN and Walt Disney Internet Group.
FiftyThree
Series B in 2015
FiftyThree, Inc. is a company that develops innovative applications aimed at enhancing creativity and collaboration. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in New York, FiftyThree offers a drawing application called Paper, which enables users to create, capture, and transform ideas on their iPads, functioning as a sketchpad, notebook, and journal. Additionally, the company provides Pencil, a stylus designed for use with iPads and iPhones, enhancing the user experience for digital drawing and note-taking. FiftyThree also specializes in collaborative tools that facilitate idea organization and sharing among teams, ultimately helping creators refine and improve their concepts. As of August 2018, FiftyThree operates as a subsidiary of WeTransfer BV.
Pocket, the premier Save for Later app, lets you consume and share content whenever you want, wherever you want, even without an internet connection. It's been called "a DVR for the web" by the New York Times, Business Week, Time, TechCrunch and more. When you come across an article, video or a webpage you'd like to read but can't at that time, save it to Pocket. You can then read or watch it whenever you have a moment, whether it's on the couch, during your commute, on the plane, train, or practically anywhere. Millions of users save articles, videos, travel guides, recipes, how-to and reference documents, and more on Pocket, automatically syncing in a stunning and simple interface across devices like iPad, iPhone, Android, desktop and mobile web, Kobo e-reader, Chrome apps, Kindle Fire and now wearable devices like the Samsung Gear.
Branch is a technology company that specializes in deep linking solutions, aimed at enhancing interactions between brands and users across digital platforms. Its innovative technology facilitates user-to-user referral programs, incorporating features such as rewarded referrals, content sharing, deep views, download banners, and personalized onboarding. Branch's services enable businesses to improve customer experiences while providing the tools necessary for measuring and optimizing campaign performance. Recognized by prominent brands like Instacart, Western Union, NBCUniversal, Zocdoc, and Sephora, Branch is positioned as a trusted partner for growth-driven teams seeking to maximize the effectiveness of their digital strategies.
Pocket River
Series B in 2015
Pocket River is a producer of mobile games. They are game publishing, marketing, and ongoing support services. They provide both players and developers with the best possible service. They are working with numerous developers to bring great titles to life on the iOS and Android platforms.
Wallapop
Venture Round in 2015
Wallapop is a Barcelona-based company, established in 2013, that operates a mobile-first marketplace for buying and selling secondhand goods. With over 15 million users, the platform connects locals via a user-friendly app, facilitating transactions of more than 180 million items. Wallapop's geo-localized technology enables users to find unique, pre-owned products at affordable prices, promoting sustainability by extending the life of functional items. The company, backed by prominent investors, aims to innovate in the online classifieds industry and contribute to a circular economy.
Snap
Venture Round in 2015
Snap Inc., established in 2010, is a global camera company headquartered in Santa Monica, California. It operates primarily through its flagship product, Snapchat, a multimedia messaging application renowned for its ephemeral nature, allowing users to send and share photos, videos, and messages that disappear after viewing. Snapchat offers a range of creative features, including filters, lenses, augmented reality experiences, and Stories, which enable users to create and share content with friends or a broader audience. The platform also includes Discover, providing access to original content from publishers and creators, and Memories, allowing users to save and revisit their Snaps. In addition to its software offerings, Snap Inc. has ventured into hardware with Spectacles, wearable cameras that capture first-person perspective content and sync with Snapchat. The company generates nearly all its revenue from advertising, with North America being its largest market despite only accounting for a quarter of its user base. As of 2023, Snapchat boasts over 400 million daily active users.
Blueshift
Seed Round in 2014
Blueshift Labs, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that provides an intelligent customer engagement platform designed to enhance brand interactions with consumers. Founded in 2013, the company offers an AI-first SmartHub CDP that consolidates customer data across various channels and applications, enabling brands to deliver relevant and personalized experiences in real-time. Blueshift's platform includes features such as email automation, mobile marketing, website personalization, contextual chat, and audience targeting, which allow marketers to tailor their communications based on customer interests, behaviors, and purchase patterns. The company serves notable clients including LendingTree, Udacity, Discovery, PayPal, Groupon, and the BBC, helping them to improve customer engagement and drive revenue growth. Blueshift also has offices in Charlotte, North Carolina; London, United Kingdom; and Pune, India.
Branch is a technology company that specializes in deep linking solutions, aimed at enhancing interactions between brands and users across digital platforms. Its innovative technology facilitates user-to-user referral programs, incorporating features such as rewarded referrals, content sharing, deep views, download banners, and personalized onboarding. Branch's services enable businesses to improve customer experiences while providing the tools necessary for measuring and optimizing campaign performance. Recognized by prominent brands like Instacart, Western Union, NBCUniversal, Zocdoc, and Sephora, Branch is positioned as a trusted partner for growth-driven teams seeking to maximize the effectiveness of their digital strategies.
Beautified
Seed Round in 2014
Beautified Inc., established in 2013 and headquartered in New York, specializes in an online application for booking hair and beauty appointments. The company facilitates last-minute reservations through its iOS app, connecting users with available salons and wellness services, ensuring a seamless and convenient booking experience.
D2L Corporation is a learning innovation company founded in 1999 and headquartered in Kitchener, Canada, with additional locations in Toronto, Winnipeg, Maryland, Australia, and the United Kingdom. The company specializes in providing cloud-based learning solutions through its platform, Brightspace, which serves a diverse range of clients, including higher education institutions, K-12 schools, healthcare organizations, government agencies, and enterprise sectors. Brightspace combines usability, integrated analytics, and accessibility to enhance the learning experience, offering tools such as course recommendations, adaptive learning, online grading, and mobile applications that facilitate student engagement. D2L aims to inspire lifelong learning by delivering high-quality educational experiences to over 700 clients and more than 8 million learners globally.
ScoreStream
Convertible Note in 2014
ScoreStream, Inc. is a communication platform that specializes in mobile applications designed for sharing information about sporting events, particularly high school sports. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Diego, California, the company’s platform includes both iOS and Android applications, as well as a website. ScoreStream engages fans by allowing them to crowd-source scores, photos, videos, and conversations from numerous games each week. This user-generated content not only enhances the experience for fans but also provides accurate reporting and coverage of local sports, catering to consumers and media companies alike. The company's former name was Crowdscores, Inc., and it has collaborated with notable clients such as ESPN and Walt Disney Internet Group.
BetterDoctor
Series A in 2014
BetterDoctor, Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, founded in 2011, that focuses on improving healthcare access by providing web and mobile applications for users to find doctors. Its platform allows individuals to search for healthcare providers based on their specific needs and insurance plans, offering a directory of verified doctors. BetterDoctor also serves health plans and systems by validating and delivering accurate provider data through its API, supporting numerous companies and developers in enhancing their healthcare offerings. By enabling real-time appointment scheduling and ensuring the accuracy of doctor information, BetterDoctor aims to simplify the process of finding qualified healthcare professionals, thereby improving patient outcomes. As of June 2018, BetterDoctor operates as a subsidiary of Quest Analytics, L.L.C.
Genies, Inc. is a company specializing in avatar technology, enabling users to create personalized digital avatars for social media and messaging applications. By offering tools for designing avatars, avatar wearable fashion, and interactive experiences, Genies allows individuals to express their thoughts and feelings in a unique digital format. The company has gained significant traction among cultural influencers and has partnered with major music labels, serving as the official avatar provider for their artists. Genies has also launched consumer offerings, including an AR Developer Kit that facilitates the creation of interoperable avatar experiences in augmented reality. Their initial product, Silver Studio, allows users to design and trade digital fashion items. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Venice, California, Genies has successfully raised substantial investment, positioning itself as a leader in the avatar space and driving engagement for brands through the sale of exclusive digital goods.
Duolingo, Inc. is a language-learning platform founded in 2011 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The company offers a wide array of educational resources, including 98 courses across nearly 40 languages, accessible for free or through a premium subscription model. With around 30 million active users, Duolingo has become a leading educational app globally, known for its engaging and gamified learning experience. Its offerings include the Duolingo Language Learning App, Super Duolingo, and the Duolingo English Test, which provides AI-driven language assessments. Additionally, Duolingo for Schools enables teachers to monitor their students' progress. The company's technology leverages advanced data analytics and artificial intelligence to enhance the learning process, while its revenue is primarily generated through subscriptions, in-app purchases, and business services.
The Orange Chef
Seed Round in 2014
The Orange Chef Co. specializes in designing and developing smart kitchenware that integrates with iOS devices. Founded in 2011 and based in San Francisco, the company is recognized for its innovative products that enhance health and nutrition management in the kitchen. Among its notable offerings is the Prep Pad, a smart food scale that provides real-time nutritional information for various ingredients. The company also produces protective covers for iPads and iPhones, cutting boards with integrated iPad stands, and dishwasher-safe iPad stands. The Orange Chef's products are available through major retailers, including Williams Sonoma, Apple, Target, and Amazon, as well as online platforms. In 2015, the company became a subsidiary of Yummly, Inc.
Hearsay Systems
Series C in 2013
Hearsay Systems, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in digital communication solutions for the financial services industry. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in cities such as New York and London, the company develops a client engagement platform aimed at assisting financial advisors in enhancing their business relationships. Hearsay's offerings include Hearsay Social, which automates social selling; Hearsay Sites for local website management; Hearsay Relate for SMS supervision; and the Hearsay Platform that connects various advisor engagement tools. The platform processes and prioritizes data from multiple digital channels, providing actionable insights that guide advisors in client interactions. Hearsay Systems serves a diverse range of sectors, including asset management, insurance, and wealth management, and also offers training, support, and compliance advisory services to its clients.
SocialRadar
Series A in 2013
SocialRadar is a technology company focused on enhancing social interactions through innovative mobile applications. By leveraging advancements in mobile, social, and location technologies, SocialRadar develops software that provides users with real-time information about the people and connections around them. Its mobile application enables users to discover who is nearby and understand their relationships, thereby transforming the way individuals connect and engage with one another. The company's offerings extend to popular platforms such as iPhone, Android, and Google Glass, aiming to change the dynamics of social networking.
Tynker
Venture Round in 2013
Tynker is an online creative coding platform that aims to equip children aged 5 to 18 with foundational skills in computer science and programming. The platform offers self-paced courses for individual learners as well as a comprehensive curriculum tailored for educational institutions. Through its intuitive visual programming language, Tynker allows users to create a variety of projects, including web and mobile applications, animations, music, e-books, and games, while also enabling programming for robotics and drones. The organization's mission is to foster critical thinking and problem-solving abilities in children, preparing them for future career opportunities in a technology-driven world.
Traitify
Debt Financing in 2013
Traitify is a personality data company that specializes in creating innovative image-based assessments to evaluate and understand individual personality traits in the employment marketplace. Its platform features rapid, scientifically-validated talent assessments that can be completed in just 90 seconds to 2 minutes on mobile devices, boasting completion rates of 95% or higher. By leveraging human interaction with images, Traitify enables organizations to enhance candidate and employee experiences through personalized job recommendations and tailored content, fostering ongoing engagement based on unique personality profiles. The company's technology combines performance metrics with personality data, utilizing recruitment process automation and machine learning to help businesses efficiently sift through large volumes of applicants and identify the best matches for their needs.