Quansight Initiate

Quansight Initiate, established in 2019 and based in Austin, Texas, is an early-stage venture capital firm. It invests in startups that leverage open-source technology, with a focus on education technology, IoT, data management, data science, machine learning, and AI across Texas and Utah.

Matt Harward

Partner and Chief Risk Officer

Travis Oliphant

General Partner

5 past transactions

Asa Technologies, Corporation

Seed Round in 2023
ASA operates a fintech app store that empowers financial institutions, such as banks and credit unions, by providing a secure and compliant marketplace for innovative technology solutions. This platform enables financial institutions to offer diverse mobile tech options for budgeting, saving, investing, and business management, tailored to meet the varying needs of their customers. By facilitating access to cutting-edge tools developed by independent developers, ASA allows users to select the fintech solutions that best suit their preferences without the need for personal data registration or sharing sensitive financial information. This approach not only enhances customer choice and control but also reduces the risks and costs associated with developing proprietary technology.

Polygraf

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Polygraf AI specializes in providing data integrity, monitoring, and governance solutions for organizations utilizing artificial intelligence tools. With a focus on a Zero Trust on-premises user interface, the company addresses emerging risks associated with AI, such as confidential data leakage, data breaches, and the proliferation of fake or altered AI-generated content. Polygraf's proprietary AI-powered software enables data-centric organizations to identify and mitigate these threats in real-time, ensuring the protection of sensitive information and compliance with regulatory standards. The company has earned recognition in the industry, being named the Top AI Governance Product at the 2024 Product Awards and ranked among the Top Analytics Startups to Watch Globally. Additionally, it was acknowledged as one of the Top 5 AI Trailblazers at SXSW 2024, underlining its commitment to enhancing data security and governance in an evolving technological landscape.

Addavox

Seed Round in 2022
Addavox specializes in generative AI technology focused on video localization, transforming the way movies and videos are adapted for international audiences. The company enhances the viewer experience by eliminating traditional subtitles and poor-quality voice dubbing through AI-generated voice-over and synchronized lip movements. Its advanced technology integrates seamlessly into the systems of international video sharing platforms, movie production studios, and localization companies, allowing them to offer high-quality localization services to their extensive client bases. Utilizing ten different deep learning models, Addavox provides comprehensive localization solutions in over 100 languages. The company operates on a B2B model, providing its innovative technology at no cost while enabling partners to share in the resulting profits.

Vertalo

Series A in 2021
Vertalo is a digital transfer platform that facilitates the connection and functionality within the digital asset economy. The company offers a comprehensive suite of services, including investor onboarding, cap table management, and compliance solutions, enabling issuers to tokenize their assets and manage investor relations effectively. By providing a platform that allows assets to be securely stored in blockchain wallets and traded in real-time, Vertalo enhances liquidity opportunities for both issuers and investors. The platform also supports features such as portable eligibility and keyless wallets, ensuring that securities are prepared for trading on any compatible alternative trading system (ATS). Through its collaboration with a network of broker-dealers, Vertalo streamlines the process of bringing digital assets to market.

Datum Technologies

Seed Round in 2020
Datum Technologies is an IT company that specializes in mobile marketing through the use of digital signals. The company offers a geo-targeting platform designed to address real-world challenges by enabling clients to build, manage, and optimize their marketing campaigns effectively. With a focus on small businesses, nonprofits, and local governments, Datum Technologies provides reporting dashboards and data visualization tools that help these organizations enhance engagement and achieve their objectives efficiently. By organizing and applying mobile data with precision, Datum Technologies assists its customers in solving their specific problems in the marketing landscape.
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