Digital Garage is a Tokyo-based Internet group established in 1995 that focuses on creating innovative digital contexts through the integration of information technology (IT), marketing technology (MT), and financial technology (FT). The company operates three main business segments: the incubation segment, which invests in and develops startups; the marketing segment, which offers advertising and promotion solutions; and the financial segment, which provides payment solutions essential for monetizing online businesses. By combining these technologies, Digital Garage aims to facilitate connections between various business fields, bridging Japan with the global market. While primarily operating in Japan, the company emphasizes the importance of collaboration among corporate entities to foster growth and innovation in the digital space.
Qlay is a global technology company that specializes in AI-driven automated hiring for engineers. Its platform streamlines the recruitment process by leveraging artificial intelligence to match job seekers with suitable opportunities worldwide.
Giftpack
Seed Round in 2023
Giftpack Inc. is an AI-enabled gifting company that specializes in providing a platform for ordering and delivering gifts globally. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Giftpack simplifies the corporate gifting process by utilizing artificial intelligence to analyze recipients' social media and cultural backgrounds. This technology allows businesses to find perfectly matched gifts for employee recognition, client retention, and sales enablement. In addition to gift selection, Giftpack offers automation for global onboarding and tracking of gift deliveries, ensuring a seamless experience for users. By focusing on personalization and efficiency, Giftpack aims to help individuals and businesses cultivate authentic relationships through thoughtful gifting.
Cuzen Matcha
Series A in 2023
Cuzen Matcha is a tea company and food-tech startup focused on integrating authentic matcha into daily routines for both offices and homes. The company offers a customizable drink solution that serves as an alternative to traditional caffeinated beverages, promoting sustained energy without the jitters associated with coffee. Cuzen Matcha emphasizes the health benefits of its organic products, which contain calming agents that help relax the body while providing long-lasting energy. By introducing matcha into everyday consumption, Cuzen Matcha aims to enhance the well-being of its users.
Callback
Seed Round in 2022
Callback is developing an innovative loyalty platform designed specifically for independent stores. The company has created a technology that utilizes NFC (Near Field Communication) readers, allowing users to share information effortlessly through stickers with a simple tap. This application enables the creation of custom NFC stickers that include various types of data, such as websites, social media profiles, contact information, and payment methods. Users can manage and disseminate this information to their friends and followers, offering rewards and access to exclusive content or online communities. By focusing on enhancing customer engagement and loyalty, Callback aims to empower independent retailers in a competitive market.
Giftpack
Seed Round in 2022
Giftpack Inc. is an AI-enabled gifting company that specializes in providing a platform for ordering and delivering gifts globally. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Giftpack simplifies the corporate gifting process by utilizing artificial intelligence to analyze recipients' social media and cultural backgrounds. This technology allows businesses to find perfectly matched gifts for employee recognition, client retention, and sales enablement. In addition to gift selection, Giftpack offers automation for global onboarding and tracking of gift deliveries, ensuring a seamless experience for users. By focusing on personalization and efficiency, Giftpack aims to help individuals and businesses cultivate authentic relationships through thoughtful gifting.
MILIZE
Venture Round in 2021
MILIZE, Inc. operates a cloud-based web platform that integrates financial engineering and artificial intelligence to provide a variety of financial services. The company offers several products, including milize Forecast, an AI modeling tool for predicting time series data, and AI Data Bank, which delivers AI-based analysis services in collaboration with financial institutions. Additionally, MILIZE provides tools such as milize, an AI-driven sales forecasting tool for new store openings, milize Trade, an investment decision support tool, milize Similar Chart for trading risk management, and milize Pro, a life plan simulation tool. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, MILIZE aims to enhance financial management by offering users comprehensive tools to make informed financial decisions.
MX Technologies
Series C in 2021
MX is a fintech data company that aims to connect people with their financial data in a way that automates their money experience. It enables fintech and all financial institutions with aggregating, enhancing, analyzing, presenting, and acting on financial data. MX enables banks and credit unions to achieve record-breaking growth by winning their competitor's most profitable account holders. As one of the fastest-growing fintech providers, MX drives customer-centric banking relationships by gathering and providing data upon which online and mobile banking partners and financial institutions can create and deliver next-generation banking applications and solutions. Founded in 2010, MX delivers data aggregation, data cleansing, auto-categorization, classification, money management, custom API, data analytics, marketing, UI, and more. In addition, MX offers an extensive array of client services, ranging from training to custom marketing services. MX currently partners with more than 600 financial institutions and more than 30 digital, online, and mobile banking providers — designating MX as a proven powerhouse in the fintech space.
GrubMarket
Series D in 2020
GrubMarket, Inc. is an online marketplace that connects sellers with customers by offering a wide range of food and related products at wholesale prices. Founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, California, GrubMarket specializes in organic, vegan, gluten-free items, fresh produce, snacks, beverages, pantry staples, home goods, health and beauty products, and items for pets and children. The company sources food from local farms, fisheries, commercial kitchens, and restaurants, emphasizing quality and sustainability. In addition to its marketplace, GrubMarket provides a Software-as-a-Service platform designed for food delivery services and also features a gaming application called GrubMarket FarmBox. As a significant player in the B2B eCommerce sector of the American food supply chain, GrubMarket leverages artificial intelligence to enhance its services and operations.
Playco
Series A in 2020
Playco Global, Inc. is a gaming company that specializes in developing an instant-play gaming platform, enabling multiplayer experiences accessible to billions of users without the need for downloads. Founded in 2010 and based in Mountain View, California, with additional offices in San Francisco, Tokyo, and Seoul, Playco has created a browser-based streaming game engine that allows users to enjoy advanced games across various gaming platforms. The company collaborates with a wide range of partners, from major tech and social media companies to emerging startups, to develop innovative gaming technologies. Playco's focus on seamless multiplayer interactions positions it as a leader in the evolution of social gaming.
EndlessAI
Funding Round in 2020
Scaling AI to the Real World.
Skysense
Seed Round in 2020
Skysense provides advanced agricultural intelligence through the use of satellites and self-flying drones to combat plant diseases and weed infestations. Their technology enables farmers to detect issues such as crop stress and disease in real-time, allowing for timely interventions in crop management. Skysense has developed a specialized solution called HempScouter, which utilizes drones and custom software to identify male hemp plants, facilitating efficient roguing efforts in the field. Additionally, the company offers AI solutions for various applications, including rooftop analysis for repair and solar panel installations, as well as comprehensive mapping services that generate interactive maps from drone imagery. Their capabilities include custom AI development and data management tools, supporting clients in Japan with tailored solutions for data collection, labeling, and deployment. Overall, Skysense integrates AI and drone technology to enhance agricultural productivity and operational efficiency.
Uni
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Uni is a developer of an inclusion analytics platform that aims to improve decision-making processes within organizations. The platform allows teams to engage in collaborative brainstorming by providing spaces for asking questions, sharing ideas, and iterating on solutions. This approach enables companies to identify and address gaps in perspectives and voices during decision-making, fostering a more inclusive environment. By facilitating a structured dialogue among team members, Uni helps organizations reach informed decisions promptly, ultimately enhancing the quality of outcomes and promoting a diverse range of viewpoints.
Sendo
Series C in 2019
Sendo is an eCommerce company based in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, founded in 2012. It operates an online shopping platform that provides a broad array of consumer products, including clothing for men and women, homeware, cosmetics, tech accessories, food, and sports equipment. The platform offers daily deals and promotions, with product listings categorized for easy navigation. Sendo's delivery network covers 64 cities, allowing users to pay via credit cards, ATM cards, or bank transfers.
MX Technologies
Series B in 2019
MX is a fintech data company that aims to connect people with their financial data in a way that automates their money experience. It enables fintech and all financial institutions with aggregating, enhancing, analyzing, presenting, and acting on financial data. MX enables banks and credit unions to achieve record-breaking growth by winning their competitor's most profitable account holders. As one of the fastest-growing fintech providers, MX drives customer-centric banking relationships by gathering and providing data upon which online and mobile banking partners and financial institutions can create and deliver next-generation banking applications and solutions. Founded in 2010, MX delivers data aggregation, data cleansing, auto-categorization, classification, money management, custom API, data analytics, marketing, UI, and more. In addition, MX offers an extensive array of client services, ranging from training to custom marketing services. MX currently partners with more than 600 financial institutions and more than 30 digital, online, and mobile banking providers — designating MX as a proven powerhouse in the fintech space.
GrubMarket
Series C in 2019
GrubMarket, Inc. is an online marketplace that connects sellers with customers by offering a wide range of food and related products at wholesale prices. Founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, California, GrubMarket specializes in organic, vegan, gluten-free items, fresh produce, snacks, beverages, pantry staples, home goods, health and beauty products, and items for pets and children. The company sources food from local farms, fisheries, commercial kitchens, and restaurants, emphasizing quality and sustainability. In addition to its marketplace, GrubMarket provides a Software-as-a-Service platform designed for food delivery services and also features a gaming application called GrubMarket FarmBox. As a significant player in the B2B eCommerce sector of the American food supply chain, GrubMarket leverages artificial intelligence to enhance its services and operations.
M-Box
Seed Round in 2019
M-Box Inc. is a Japan-based company founded on November 1, 2018, that focuses on delivering IT solutions specifically tailored for the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors. The company aims to innovate self-medication through technology, fostering a society where individuals can lead fulfilling lives. One of its key offerings is the HIX app, designed for managing androgenetic alopecia (AGA). This application allows users to photograph their hair and scalp, answer a questionnaire, and assess the progression of hair thinning. Based on this information, HIX provides personalized recommendations for treatment, enabling users to consult with counselors, purchase hair growth products, and manage their hair care routines from home.
Warung Pintar Group
Series A in 2019
Warung Pintar Group is a micro retail technology company focused on digitalizing grassroots businesses in Indonesia. The company aims to empower underserved communities by enhancing the quality of street stalls through innovative solutions. Warung Pintar offers smart kiosk stores that feature modern amenities such as digital point-of-sale systems, free Wi-Fi, LCD screens, and power bank chargers. By leveraging data processing and analysis, the company provides valuable insights for financial inclusion and community engagement, fostering opportunities for social security and behavior analysis. Additionally, Warung Pintar assists aspiring entrepreneurs in securing land and funding to establish new shops, ultimately contributing to local economic development and impact monitoring within the community.
Genomelink
Seed Round in 2018
Genomelink is a platform that empowers individuals to explore their DNA data and enables businesses to utilize this information for marketing and research purposes. Founded by experienced professionals in consumer genomics, including members with backgrounds from leading companies such as M3, Inc. and a joint venture between Illumina and Sony, Genomelink has raised $4 million in seed funding from notable investors, including Berkeley SkyDeck and prominent Japanese venture capital firms. The company's application allows users to upload their raw DNA data files, providing insights into their identities and traits through a user-friendly interface and educational content. This approach fosters a deeper understanding of genetic information while promoting transparency and engagement with personal data.
Ralali
Series B in 2018
Ralali is an e-commerce company based in Tangerang, Indonesia, that operates a business-to-business online marketplace. Established in 2013, it connects suppliers and buyers across various sectors, initially focusing on Industrial and MRO categories before expanding to include Office supplies, Automotive, Medical, Agriculture, Home & Building, and Hotel & Restaurant Equipment, among others. The platform facilitates business transactions by providing a large network of buyers and sellers, along with credit options and promotional tools that assist businesses in broadening their reach and boosting sales. Ralali aims to simplify and enhance the buying and selling process, ensuring that transactions are conducted safely and transparently.
Warung Pintar Group
Seed Round in 2018
Warung Pintar Group is a micro retail technology company focused on digitalizing grassroots businesses in Indonesia. The company aims to empower underserved communities by enhancing the quality of street stalls through innovative solutions. Warung Pintar offers smart kiosk stores that feature modern amenities such as digital point-of-sale systems, free Wi-Fi, LCD screens, and power bank chargers. By leveraging data processing and analysis, the company provides valuable insights for financial inclusion and community engagement, fostering opportunities for social security and behavior analysis. Additionally, Warung Pintar assists aspiring entrepreneurs in securing land and funding to establish new shops, ultimately contributing to local economic development and impact monitoring within the community.
Droom
Series D in 2018
Droom Technology Private Limited, established in 2014, operates as an online automobile marketplace, headquartered in Gurugram, India, with an additional office in Fremont, California. The company facilitates the buying and selling of new and used vehicles, including cars, bikes, scooters, and other automobiles, through its B2C, C2C, C2B, and B2B marketplaces. Droom offers a comprehensive range of services, such as loans and insurance, roadside assistance, vehicle certifications, and automobile services. It is renowned for its innovative use of technology and data, providing transparency and trust in transactions, and boasts an extensive inventory valued at over $14 billion. With a significant online market share and a large user base, Droom is considered one of India's leading e-commerce companies.
Life Log Technology
Venture Round in 2018
Lifelog Technology specializes in creating innovative healthcare applications designed for both medical professionals and the general public. Their flagship application allows users to record and manage daily diet and exercise, with a focus on individuals with specific health conditions such as diabetes and kidney disease. The application features meal image analysis, enabling users to simply take a photo of their meals to automatically calculate the nutrient content. This functionality supports users in monitoring their dietary intake effectively, facilitating ongoing health management and participation in medical research initiatives. Through these technologies, Lifelog Technology aims to enhance personal health tracking and improve health outcomes for its users.
iRidge
Corporate Round in 2018
iRidge is a company focused on developing and managing internet services, particularly in the realm of online-to-offline (O2O) solutions. One of its key offerings is popinfo, a platform-as-a-service designed to deliver information to users of smart devices. This platform leverages location data obtained through GPS or Wi-Fi to provide tailored, location-based information to users near specific shops. Additionally, iRidge is involved in creating O2O applications, analyzing big data, and developing marketing strategies centered on position information. The company aims to enhance consumer engagement and streamline the connection between online interactions and physical retail experiences through innovative technology.
Whomor
Venture Round in 2018
Whomor Inc. is a Tokyo-based creative firm established in 2011, specializing in illustration and manga production for social games and other entertainment projects. The company offers a range of services including content development, cartoon production, and creative collaboration, addressing the diverse needs of clients in the entertainment industry. Utilizing a crowdsourcing mechanism, Whomor effectively connects businesses with a network of creators, ensuring access to sufficient production resources. This approach allows Whomor to meet the demands of various creative projects while fostering innovation and collaboration in the field of entertainment.
Navier
Seed Round in 2018
Navier Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2018, specializing in the development of deep learning-based image processing solutions. The company's technology focuses on enhancing the quality of image data through applications such as improved resolution, photo sharpening, noise removal, and data restoration. Navier's software is versatile and can be utilized across various platforms, including photo books, e-commerce sites, smartphones, and surveillance cameras. By leveraging artificial intelligence and deep learning, Navier aims to provide users with significantly enhanced photographs and improved visual content.
Warung Pintar Group
Seed Round in 2018
Warung Pintar Group is a micro retail technology company focused on digitalizing grassroots businesses in Indonesia. The company aims to empower underserved communities by enhancing the quality of street stalls through innovative solutions. Warung Pintar offers smart kiosk stores that feature modern amenities such as digital point-of-sale systems, free Wi-Fi, LCD screens, and power bank chargers. By leveraging data processing and analysis, the company provides valuable insights for financial inclusion and community engagement, fostering opportunities for social security and behavior analysis. Additionally, Warung Pintar assists aspiring entrepreneurs in securing land and funding to establish new shops, ultimately contributing to local economic development and impact monitoring within the community.
Welby
Venture Round in 2017
Welby Inc., founded in 2011 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in providing digital tools that aid patients and their families in managing medical treatment and preventing disease progression. The company offers a range of services, including marketing support for pharmaceuticals and health insurance societies, as well as government entities through its digital service platform. Notably, Welby provides an app called Welby My Karte, which allows patients to share health data with healthcare professionals and family members in a visualized format. Additionally, the company engages in medical data research services and collaborates with various stakeholders, including pharmaceuticals, medical device companies, governments, patients, and healthcare professionals, to co-develop and provide digital services.
Elanic
Venture Round in 2017
Elanic operates a peer-to-peer marketplace focused on women's pre-owned fashion goods, facilitating a convenient platform for individuals and micro-sellers to connect with millions of buyers. Through its mobile app, Elanic allows users to sell their used clothing effortlessly, handling logistics by picking up the sold items from sellers, packing them, and shipping them directly to buyers. This approach simplifies the selling process, making it accessible for those looking to monetize their pre-owned fashion items while providing shoppers with a diverse selection of sustainable fashion choices.
Droom
Series C in 2017
Droom Technology Private Limited, established in 2014, operates as an online automobile marketplace, headquartered in Gurugram, India, with an additional office in Fremont, California. The company facilitates the buying and selling of new and used vehicles, including cars, bikes, scooters, and other automobiles, through its B2C, C2C, C2B, and B2B marketplaces. Droom offers a comprehensive range of services, such as loans and insurance, roadside assistance, vehicle certifications, and automobile services. It is renowned for its innovative use of technology and data, providing transparency and trust in transactions, and boasts an extensive inventory valued at over $14 billion. With a significant online market share and a large user base, Droom is considered one of India's leading e-commerce companies.
Pulit
Seed Round in 2017
Pulit Inc., founded in 2015 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing distribution technologies for digital image and video content. The company focuses on enhancing the connection between content creators and users through its innovative digital watermarking technology, known as RIC. This technology allows for secure and efficient distribution of digital media, ensuring that content is properly attributed and protected.
Poper
Seed Round in 2017
Poper Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2015 that focuses on developing a mobile application designed to enhance communication between cram schools and parents. The platform serves as a software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution, automating back-office operations for educational institutions while improving the efficiency of interactions between parents and teachers. By streamlining these processes, Poper aims to facilitate better engagement and support for students' educational experiences.
HackerEarth
Series A in 2017
HackerEarth is an AI-powered assessment platform designed to assist enterprises in evaluating developers based on specific skills. The platform enables recruiters to identify and hire suitable candidates from its community of developers by offering standardized online coding tests tailored to various skills. Additionally, it provides a skill assessment tool for computer programmers, allowing them to demonstrate their capabilities through certifications. This approach enables companies to accurately measure a developer's performance and streamline the recruitment process for technical roles.
GDX
Pre Seed Round in 2017
GDX is a provider of digital experience services focused on enhancing e-commerce businesses in Southeast Asia and India. The company addresses the challenges posed by limited human resources in the e-commerce sector by utilizing advanced technologies, including AI robots and ChatGPT, to streamline operations and project management. GDX offers a comprehensive suite of services, including e-commerce consulting, marketing, and customer relationship management support. Additionally, it implements an omni-channel retail strategy, allowing clients to integrate digital and physical sales channels effectively. By leveraging cutting-edge IT solutions, GDX aims to sustainably expand the e-commerce market and contribute to economic growth in the regions it serves.
NoBroker
Series B in 2016
NoBroker.com is India's first Proptech unicorn, established in 2014 by co-founders Akhil Gupta, Amit Kumar Agarwal, and Saurabh Garg, who are alumni of IIT and IIM. The company operates a unique brokerage-free property search portal that directly connects property owners with tenants, buyers, and sellers, effectively eliminating the need for intermediaries. This peer-to-peer platform aims to streamline real estate transactions, allowing users to buy, sell, or rent properties without incurring brokerage fees. By consolidating property listings in one accessible location, NoBroker.com enhances the convenience and efficiency of the real estate experience, empowering users to make informed and profitable decisions. The company has successfully raised significant funding from notable investors, reflecting its innovative approach to the real estate market.
FunnelBeam
Seed Round in 2016
Funnelbeam is a company based in the United States that specializes in developing machine learning algorithms designed to enhance sales performance. By capturing leads and auto-generating machine models based on previous sales data, Funnelbeam enables organizations to create tailored sales strategies. The company's AI-driven solutions provide deep insights into account and prospect-level data, allowing clients to personalize their messaging and engage effectively with potential buyers. Additionally, Funnelbeam's algorithms integrate with existing systems, helping businesses leverage strategic data points to optimize their outreach efforts and improve overall revenue outcomes.
Silvair
Series A in 2016
Silvair, Inc. is a technology company headquartered in Krakow, Poland, specializing in software solutions for the Internet of Things, particularly in the smart lighting sector. Founded in 2013, Silvair focuses on developing Bluetooth-based interoperable wireless solutions for lighting manufacturers and providers of intelligent building management systems. The company's offerings include firmware for smart lighting components produced by third-party manufacturers, as well as tools for configuring, controlling, and managing lighting infrastructure. Additionally, Silvair provides analytics tools to utilize data collected from sensors integrated into lighting systems, enhancing the overall lighting experience. Its primary markets are North America and Western Europe.
Healthians
Series A in 2016
Healthians is an online platform that specializes in providing health test home services, enabling individuals to access a wide range of diagnostic tests from the comfort of their homes. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Gurgaon, Haryana, the company combines a technology-driven healthcare framework with a team of trained phlebotomists and partnerships with accredited laboratories. Healthians offers various health checkup packages, including disease-specific tests and preventive checkups, aimed at promoting fitness and wellness. The company's mission is to deliver affordable, accurate, and reliable test results, making healthcare accessible to a broader audience.
Tagpic
Venture Round in 2016
Tagpic Inc. is a Tokyo-based company specializing in influencer marketing and media management services. It provides comprehensive marketing support that includes influencer casting, social media branding, and talent production. The company focuses on assisting corporate clients in enhancing their digital presence through strategic public relations initiatives. Tagpic's services encompass the creation of brand campaigns that utilize amateur models, television personalities, and artists, along with the analysis of responses to these campaigns. This approach enables businesses to effectively promote their brands and optimize their marketing strategies.
Zilingo
Series A in 2016
Zilingo is a technology-driven platform founded in 2015 by Ankiti Bose and Dhruv Kapoor, aimed at transforming the fashion supply chain through innovative trade solutions. By digitizing the fashion industry, Zilingo provides a marketplace that connects brands and merchants directly with factories, offering essential tools such as analytics, efficient logistics, and secure payment options. This approach enables entrepreneurs to thrive in a sector that has historically favored a select few, promoting accessibility, transparency, and connection within the fashion ecosystem. Zilingo's vision is to democratize fashion, making it possible for anyone with the right ideas to succeed in the industry.
Trim Japan
Seed Round in 2016
Trim Inc. is a company based in Yokohama, Japan, that specializes in developing an online application designed to assist parents in locating diaper exchange facilities and nursing rooms for infants. This innovative platform addresses the needs of caregivers by providing essential information to enhance their experience in public spaces. In addition to its core application, Trim Inc. is involved in the advertising sector and has interests in medical ventures, indicating a diverse approach to its business strategy.
Xpresso
Pre Seed Round in 2016
Xpresso Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2016 by Luke Yamamoto and Jin Tanaka. The company develops an application that serves as a messenger-based online customer support platform, assisting users in sharing their feelings, organizing activities with friends, and creating events. In addition to its activity suggestion features, Xpresso facilitates group chat functionalities, making it a versatile tool for both personal and business communication.
Droom
Series B in 2016
Droom Technology Private Limited, established in 2014, operates as an online automobile marketplace, headquartered in Gurugram, India, with an additional office in Fremont, California. The company facilitates the buying and selling of new and used vehicles, including cars, bikes, scooters, and other automobiles, through its B2C, C2C, C2B, and B2B marketplaces. Droom offers a comprehensive range of services, such as loans and insurance, roadside assistance, vehicle certifications, and automobile services. It is renowned for its innovative use of technology and data, providing transparency and trust in transactions, and boasts an extensive inventory valued at over $14 billion. With a significant online market share and a large user base, Droom is considered one of India's leading e-commerce companies.
BtoA
Seed Round in 2016
BtoA specializes in the planning and development of talent management solution. It also provides planning and operation of the motivation management platform. The company was founded in 2015.
NoBroker
Series B in 2016
NoBroker.com is India's first Proptech unicorn, established in 2014 by co-founders Akhil Gupta, Amit Kumar Agarwal, and Saurabh Garg, who are alumni of IIT and IIM. The company operates a unique brokerage-free property search portal that directly connects property owners with tenants, buyers, and sellers, effectively eliminating the need for intermediaries. This peer-to-peer platform aims to streamline real estate transactions, allowing users to buy, sell, or rent properties without incurring brokerage fees. By consolidating property listings in one accessible location, NoBroker.com enhances the convenience and efficiency of the real estate experience, empowering users to make informed and profitable decisions. The company has successfully raised significant funding from notable investors, reflecting its innovative approach to the real estate market.
IperLane
Seed Round in 2016
IperLane is a provider of mobile monitoring and access control solutions for businesses and organizations, enabling them to manage their mobile ecosystems effectively. Founded in March 2015 by Kelly Shortridge and Vincenzo Iozzo, the company is based in New York. IperLane's services are delivered through an API, allowing organizations to collect and analyze data regarding network connections and actions related to files within their employees' work applications. This enables companies to monitor user activities and regulate access to corporate data, thereby enhancing security and operational efficiency.
True Data
Corporate Round in 2016
True Data Inc. specializes in the analysis and preparation of market indices derived from ID-POS data, catering primarily to manufacturers of consumer goods. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, the company offers a range of services that include a consumer purchasing behavior analysis system and data analysis support systems. True Data focuses on providing support and consulting services to retailers by analyzing purchasing behavior data and creating market indices. Its big data platform processes consumer purchasing data on a national scale, enabling retailers and manufacturers to gain insights into consumer behavior and improve their marketing strategies.
IfOnly
Series B in 2016
IfOnly operates an online marketplace that offers a curated selection of unique experiences and trips designed as gifts, allowing members to engage with various luminaries, including athletes, artists, and chefs. The platform focuses on providing access to extraordinary experiences that not only foster shared interests and lasting memories but also support worthy causes globally. By connecting members with influential figures, IfOnly creates opportunities for personal engagement while promoting philanthropic initiatives. The marketplace serves as a trusted environment for luminaries to showcase their talents and build their brands, all while contributing to impactful causes. Through its offerings, IfOnly emphasizes the value of memorable experiences over material possessions.
Wevr
Series B in 2016
WEVR, Inc. is a Venice, California-based company that operates a virtual reality community and media platform designed for both aspiring and professional creatives. Founded in 2009, it specializes in high-performance VR playback software, enabling creators to develop, present, and publish their projects across various VR headsets. WEVR offers an open technology platform that supports collaborations and showcases immersive experiences created by emerging VR storytellers. The company is dedicated to empowering digital artists and developers by providing tools for producing transcendent immersive stories and globally shared experiences, facilitating the creation of virtual worlds and applications through real-time simulations and immersive computing.
Blockstream
Series A in 2016
Blockstream is a prominent blockchain technology supplier that focuses on enhancing Bitcoin and blockchain functionality through innovative products and services. The company develops interoperable blockchain technologies, particularly sidechains, which facilitate faster and more confidential transactions. Its notable offerings include Blockstream Satellite, a service that broadcasts the Bitcoin blockchain via satellite for users without internet access, and the Liquid Network, designed to improve transaction efficiency. Additionally, Blockstream provides the Green Wallet, a non-custodial Bitcoin wallet emphasizing security and user control. The company also offers blockchain APIs for developers, enabling the integration of blockchain capabilities into various applications, as well as solutions for efficient Bitcoin mining operations. By leveraging advanced cryptographic techniques, Blockstream aims to enhance privacy and security in transactions, ultimately contributing to the evolution of the financial infrastructure.
Estimote
Series A in 2016
Estimote, Inc. specializes in developing a sensor-based analytics and engagement platform that enhances interactions between consumers and physical retail environments. The company produces small, wireless sensors known as Estimote Beacons and Stickers, which utilize technologies such as Bluetooth and Ultra Wideband to broadcast signals that smartphones can detect. This capability enables precise indoor location tracking and asset management, facilitating mobile advertising tailored to customers' locations within stores. Founded in 2012, Estimote is headquartered in New York City and has additional offices in San Francisco and Krakow, providing its solutions primarily to brick-and-mortar retail stores in the United States and Europe.
Tabeena
Seed Round in 2016
Tabeena is a developer of a smartphone application designed to enhance the travel experience by offering a user-friendly platform for logging and sharing photos taken during trips. The application allows users to capture and review their travel images while also providing customized travel guides and tips tailored to individual interests, locations, weather conditions, and timing. By integrating these features, Tabeena aims to simplify the process of documenting and sharing travel experiences, making it a valuable tool for travelers seeking to enrich their journeys.
Whomor
Seed Round in 2015
Whomor Inc. is a Tokyo-based creative firm established in 2011, specializing in illustration and manga production for social games and other entertainment projects. The company offers a range of services including content development, cartoon production, and creative collaboration, addressing the diverse needs of clients in the entertainment industry. Utilizing a crowdsourcing mechanism, Whomor effectively connects businesses with a network of creators, ensuring access to sufficient production resources. This approach allows Whomor to meet the demands of various creative projects while fostering innovation and collaboration in the field of entertainment.
Digg
Convertible Note in 2015
Digg, established in 2004, is a social news aggregator that curates and presents the most talked-about stories and videos from the internet. Users can discover, read, and share content across various platforms, including a website, mobile applications, and daily emails. Digg also offers advertising services for brands and consumers. Headquartered in New York, Digg operates as a subsidiary of BuySellAds.com, Inc.
Emotion Intelligence
Series A in 2015
Emotion Intelligence, Inc., based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in cognitive emotional interaction design, focusing on analyzing unconscious and subconscious human behaviors to interpret emotional subtleties. Founded in 2011 and previously known as DoBoken, Inc., the company has developed a conversion improvement platform for e-commerce sites called ZenClerk. Utilizing principles from cognitive science and behavioral economics, Emotion Intelligence employs technology that perceives and predicts human emotional responses, facilitating bi-directional interactions between humans and machines. This innovative approach allows businesses to estimate emotional changes and improve customer engagement across various sectors. As of October 2019, Emotion Intelligence operates as a subsidiary of Appier Inc., enhancing its capabilities in the realm of emotional analytics and interaction design.
LCO-CREATION PTE.LTD.
Private Equity Round in 2015
#Our business was completely transferred and acquired by a publicly listed IT & Marketing company. [Business & Value] In-destination mobile and backend solution provider for enterprises. From mobile development and data analysis to monetization. We are a Singapore-based Mobile backend as a service (MBaaS) company offering mobile, geolocation, and Big Data analytics solutions to businesses across the APAC region, including tourism boards, financial institutions, airlines, and publishers. [Keyword] Enterprise, B2B, MBasS, Aggregated App, Big Data, Location-based technology, Offline map & Navigation, Personalization, Marketing, Machine learning, GPS, Travel [Locations] We operate in 4 locations: Singapore headquarters, Taiyuan/ China (Development), Ho Chi Minh/ Vietnam (Development), and Tokyo/ Japan.
Chartbeat
Series C in 2015
Chartbeat Inc. is a content intelligence platform headquartered in New York, founded in 2009. The company provides software tools tailored for publishers to enhance audience engagement through real-time and historical analytics across desktop, social, and mobile platforms. Chartbeat's offerings include a suite of audience-building tools that focus on actual user behavior, allowing digital publishers to understand which aspects of their content captivate and retain viewers. Its services enable clients to monitor visitor traffic, referral sources, and content performance minute-by-minute, while also providing alerts for website performance issues. By delivering critical insights and optimization tools, Chartbeat helps media organizations increase audience growth, boost subscriber revenue, and improve editorial workflows.
MX Technologies
Series A in 2015
MX is a fintech data company that aims to connect people with their financial data in a way that automates their money experience. It enables fintech and all financial institutions with aggregating, enhancing, analyzing, presenting, and acting on financial data. MX enables banks and credit unions to achieve record-breaking growth by winning their competitor's most profitable account holders. As one of the fastest-growing fintech providers, MX drives customer-centric banking relationships by gathering and providing data upon which online and mobile banking partners and financial institutions can create and deliver next-generation banking applications and solutions. Founded in 2010, MX delivers data aggregation, data cleansing, auto-categorization, classification, money management, custom API, data analytics, marketing, UI, and more. In addition, MX offers an extensive array of client services, ranging from training to custom marketing services. MX currently partners with more than 600 financial institutions and more than 30 digital, online, and mobile banking providers — designating MX as a proven powerhouse in the fintech space.
MAKEY
Corporate Round in 2015
Makey is, make-up application for women.
Pocket
Series B in 2015
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.
Fond
Series A in 2015
Fond is a SaaS platform based in San Francisco that streamlines employee rewards and recognition processes into a single, user-friendly solution. The platform allows employees and managers to recognize each other's contributions and redeem rewards while providing access to exclusive corporate discounts. Fond also includes features such as social recognition, service awards, and performance analytics, which help motivate employees and enhance productivity. By simplifying these processes, Fond enables HR departments to focus on driving results rather than managing numerous programs.
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.
Helium
Series A in 2014
Helium Systems Inc. develops Internet-of-Things (IoT) technology, focusing on sensor devices that monitor environmental factors such as temperature, humidity, barometric pressure, motion, and light. These sensors are utilized in various applications, including facility monitoring and quality control for medical products, energy management, air quality assessment, and refrigeration temperature regulation. The company offers a web and mobile dashboard for users to manage and access sensor data. Additionally, Helium operates a decentralized wireless network that enables low-power IoT devices to connect to the internet. This network incentivizes individuals to become network operators, rewarding them with a cryptocurrency for validating network transactions and contributing to the network's integrity. Incorporated in 2013 and based in San Francisco, Helium Systems continues to innovate within the IoT landscape, enhancing the ability to gather insights from smart devices.
Fleksy
Venture Round in 2014
Fleksy, established in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, specializes in designing and delivering innovative keyboard software for mobile devices. Its flagship product, the Fleksy keyboard, is available on both Android and iOS platforms, offering users extensive customization options and predictive text technology for enhanced productivity. With over 20 million global downloads, Fleksy also provides a Software Development Kit (SDK) for businesses, enabling them to integrate a high-quality typing experience into their own apps for a monthly licensing fee. The company's mission is to facilitate seamless language input across various devices and languages.
Authy
Seed Round in 2014
Authy specializes in two-factor authentication solutions, offering a smartphone application for consumers, a REST API for developers, and a comprehensive authentication platform for enterprises. The service allows users and organizations to customize their security settings and rules, ensuring robust protection against unauthorized access. Authy supports a wide range of applications, including popular platforms like Facebook, Gmail, and Dropbox, and provides various login verification methods, such as unique verification codes, text messages, and security questions. The company adheres to stringent compliance standards, including PCI, HIPAA, and FIPS 140, ensuring its services meet regulatory requirements across different regions. By integrating two-factor authentication into websites and applications, Authy helps organizations reduce security risks while improving user experience.
Wikia
Series D in 2014
Wikia is the developer of Fandom, a global entertainment media platform that serves as a hub for fans to explore and celebrate various aspects of pop culture. The platform enables users to engage with content related to games, movies, television, and anime, as well as contribute to fandom wikis. Fandom provides a centralized space for pop culture news, discussions, and discovery, fostering a strong community among enthusiasts. Additionally, it hosts D&D Beyond, a direct-to-consumer service that supports the community of Dungeons & Dragons players and fans.
Adskom
Seed Round in 2014
Adskom Pte. Ltd. is an advertising technology company based in Singapore, with additional offices in Jakarta, Indonesia, Palo Alto, California, and Noida, India. Founded in 2013, the company specializes in providing digital advertising solutions tailored for the ASEAN market. Adskom develops programmatic advertising platforms designed to meet the inventory optimization needs of publishers, enhance campaign performance for advertisers, and optimize budget spending for ad buyers. The company's mission is to empower the digital advertising industry through effective technology and insightful business services.
AdStage
Series A in 2014
AdStage, Inc. is a cloud-based advertisement management platform based in San Francisco, California, that empowers advertisers to create, launch, and manage customized campaigns across multiple social networks. Established in 2012, the platform allows marketers to automate tasks, analyze, and optimize advertisement campaigns by providing comprehensive dashboards and web reports that assess performance. Users can schedule campaign actions, set time zones, and customize date ranges to gain deeper insights into their campaigns. The platform serves as a trusted resource for paid marketers across various industries, facilitating closed-loop reporting and workflow automation to enhance return on ad spend and streamline campaign optimization. AdStage operates as a subsidiary of TapClicks, Inc.
Two Tap
Seed Round in 2014
Two Tap is a platform that facilitates direct product sales for publishers within their applications, enhancing the e-commerce experience. It allows shoppers to order products seamlessly without exiting the app, benefiting from a shared wallet feature. The platform supports quick checkouts on popular browsers such as iOS Safari and Google Chrome. Developers can integrate Two Tap's functionalities using an HTML5 interface or API, enabling orders from various e-commerce sites. Two Tap offers different service tiers, including free, standard, and enterprise options. Founded by Radu Spineanu and Razvan Roman in Palo Alto, California, the platform connects retailers with consumers across mobile, desktop, and offline devices.
Luminoso
Series A in 2014
Luminoso Technologies, Inc., established in 2010 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, specializes in AI-driven text analytics and experience management solutions. The company's platform leverages artificial intelligence, natural language processing, and machine learning to derive insights from unstructured data, such as customer and employee feedback, product reviews, and survey responses. Luminoso empowers businesses to understand sentiment, make data-driven decisions, and enhance both customer and employee experiences. Its solutions are trusted by industry leaders and are designed to transform complex feedback into actionable strategies, driving growth and innovation.
Fond
Seed Round in 2014
Fond is a SaaS platform based in San Francisco that streamlines employee rewards and recognition processes into a single, user-friendly solution. The platform allows employees and managers to recognize each other's contributions and redeem rewards while providing access to exclusive corporate discounts. Fond also includes features such as social recognition, service awards, and performance analytics, which help motivate employees and enhance productivity. By simplifying these processes, Fond enables HR departments to focus on driving results rather than managing numerous programs.
Pie
Seed Round in 2014
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Compath Me
Seed Round in 2014
Compath Me, Inc. is a software developer based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2012. The company specializes in creating mobile applications designed for parents to manage and share photos of their children. Its flagship product, KiDDY, allows users to take and upload photos, add titles and comments, and create personalized albums. The application facilitates easy sharing of these memories with family members, enhancing the experience of preserving and celebrating moments in children’s lives. KiDDY is available for download on both the App Store and Google Play, making it accessible to a wide audience of users.
OLSET
Seed Round in 2014
OLSET, Inc. is a San Francisco-based software company that specializes in developing hotel booking technologies for the travel industry, utilizing natural language processing to enhance personalization. Founded in 2012, OLSET provides online travel agencies and travel management companies with tools, including APIs, that deliver tailored hotel recommendations based on individual traveler preferences and profiles. The company supports a wide range of clients, from established enterprises to new businesses, by offering insights derived from hotel data and customer sentiments. OLSET’s solutions aim to improve user experience and conversion rates, contributing to significant increases in booking efficiency for its partners. Additionally, OLSET is known for its Cinch app, designed to facilitate personalized travel bookings for frequent business travelers. As of October 2017, OLSET operates as a subsidiary of Deem, Inc.
Voyagin
Seed Round in 2014
Voyagin operates as an online marketplace focused on tours and activities across Asia, aiming to assist travelers in discovering and booking a diverse range of experiences. The platform offers more than 1,800 options, including tickets to museums, cultural activities, adventure experiences, romantic dinners, and the availability of private guides. Users can book experiences in advance or on-site through a mobile-optimized website, with services provided in English, Japanese, and Chinese. Voyagin emphasizes transparency in its pricing, offering great promotions without hidden costs, and aims to deliver seamless bookings along with efficient customer support.
OLSET
Seed Round in 2014
OLSET, Inc. is a San Francisco-based software company that specializes in developing hotel booking technologies for the travel industry, utilizing natural language processing to enhance personalization. Founded in 2012, OLSET provides online travel agencies and travel management companies with tools, including APIs, that deliver tailored hotel recommendations based on individual traveler preferences and profiles. The company supports a wide range of clients, from established enterprises to new businesses, by offering insights derived from hotel data and customer sentiments. OLSET’s solutions aim to improve user experience and conversion rates, contributing to significant increases in booking efficiency for its partners. Additionally, OLSET is known for its Cinch app, designed to facilitate personalized travel bookings for frequent business travelers. As of October 2017, OLSET operates as a subsidiary of Deem, Inc.
AdStage
Seed Round in 2014
AdStage, Inc. is a cloud-based advertisement management platform based in San Francisco, California, that empowers advertisers to create, launch, and manage customized campaigns across multiple social networks. Established in 2012, the platform allows marketers to automate tasks, analyze, and optimize advertisement campaigns by providing comprehensive dashboards and web reports that assess performance. Users can schedule campaign actions, set time zones, and customize date ranges to gain deeper insights into their campaigns. The platform serves as a trusted resource for paid marketers across various industries, facilitating closed-loop reporting and workflow automation to enhance return on ad spend and streamline campaign optimization. AdStage operates as a subsidiary of TapClicks, Inc.
Estimote
Seed Round in 2013
Estimote, Inc. specializes in developing a sensor-based analytics and engagement platform that enhances interactions between consumers and physical retail environments. The company produces small, wireless sensors known as Estimote Beacons and Stickers, which utilize technologies such as Bluetooth and Ultra Wideband to broadcast signals that smartphones can detect. This capability enables precise indoor location tracking and asset management, facilitating mobile advertising tailored to customers' locations within stores. Founded in 2012, Estimote is headquartered in New York City and has additional offices in San Francisco and Krakow, providing its solutions primarily to brick-and-mortar retail stores in the United States and Europe.
Betaworks
Series C in 2013
Betaworks, established in 2007 and based in New York, is a venture capital firm focused on seed-stage investments. It invests in emerging consumer behaviors and trends driven by frontier technologies, often being one of the first institutional investors. Additionally, Betaworks operates Betaworks Studios, a membership club for entrepreneurs and innovators, providing a space for networking, collaboration, and events.
AppGrooves
Seed Round in 2013
AppGrooves is a mobile application developer focused on enhancing the app discovery experience for users. The platform indexes, reviews, and ranks applications across more than 600 categories, providing tailored recommendations to help users find the best apps for their needs. In addition to app curation, AppGrooves offers verified coupons, promo codes, and discounts, allowing users to save money while exploring new applications. The service aims to simplify the decision-making process for users by consolidating app information and promotions in one accessible location.
Helium
Seed Round in 2013
Helium Systems Inc. develops Internet-of-Things (IoT) technology, focusing on sensor devices that monitor environmental factors such as temperature, humidity, barometric pressure, motion, and light. These sensors are utilized in various applications, including facility monitoring and quality control for medical products, energy management, air quality assessment, and refrigeration temperature regulation. The company offers a web and mobile dashboard for users to manage and access sensor data. Additionally, Helium operates a decentralized wireless network that enables low-power IoT devices to connect to the internet. This network incentivizes individuals to become network operators, rewarding them with a cryptocurrency for validating network transactions and contributing to the network's integrity. Incorporated in 2013 and based in San Francisco, Helium Systems continues to innovate within the IoT landscape, enhancing the ability to gather insights from smart devices.
Wristcam
Series A in 2013
Wristcam Inc., based in San Mateo, California, was founded by an ex-Apple engineer and a team of seasoned entrepreneurs from Silicon Valley and Start-Up Nation. The company specializes in camera-powered software experiences, aiming to enhance accessibility and functionality for users and developers. Its flagship product, Wristcam, is an ultra-compact camera system designed specifically for Apple Watch, addressing the device's lack of visual capabilities. Utilizing a multi-patented computer vision engine, Wristcam enables real-time visual processing through advanced multi-layer networking and resource optimization, thereby improving user experiences directly from the Apple Watch.
Umano
Seed Round in 2013
Umano is an audio streaming service.
Peatix
Series A in 2013
Peatix Inc. is a global event registration platform that offers tools for event organizers to create, promote, manage, and sell tickets for events of all sizes. Founded in 2011 and based in Tokyo, Japan, Peatix has facilitated over 30,000 events across various categories, including concerts, conferences, and workshops. The platform is designed to enhance the event experience for attendees through mobile applications and a mobile website that allow for social interactions and event discovery. Peatix distinguishes itself with low ticketing fees and customizable event pages, making it easier for organizers to manage their events. The company has expanded its reach internationally, launching operations in the United States and Singapore in 2013, and aims to connect individuals with shared interests while fostering vibrant communities.
Wevr
Series A in 2013
WEVR, Inc. is a Venice, California-based company that operates a virtual reality community and media platform designed for both aspiring and professional creatives. Founded in 2009, it specializes in high-performance VR playback software, enabling creators to develop, present, and publish their projects across various VR headsets. WEVR offers an open technology platform that supports collaborations and showcases immersive experiences created by emerging VR storytellers. The company is dedicated to empowering digital artists and developers by providing tools for producing transcendent immersive stories and globally shared experiences, facilitating the creation of virtual worlds and applications through real-time simulations and immersive computing.
Coursebase
Seed Round in 2013
Coursebase, Inc. is a company that develops and operates a web application designed for delivering and managing training programs for both businesses and academic institutions. Its primary offering is a learning management system that facilitates the automation of course registration, assignment grading, email reminders, surveys, and reporting for various training formats, including online and in-person courses. This system allows clients to create customized courses and administer tests for their employees. Established in 2012 and based in Shibuya, Japan, Coursebase was previously known as Language Cloud, Inc. before rebranding in December 2014. The company serves a diverse range of industries, providing essential tools for employee, compliance, customer, and channel training.
Fond
Venture Round in 2013
Fond is a SaaS platform based in San Francisco that streamlines employee rewards and recognition processes into a single, user-friendly solution. The platform allows employees and managers to recognize each other's contributions and redeem rewards while providing access to exclusive corporate discounts. Fond also includes features such as social recognition, service awards, and performance analytics, which help motivate employees and enhance productivity. By simplifying these processes, Fond enables HR departments to focus on driving results rather than managing numerous programs.
InstallMonetizer
Seed Round in 2013
InstallMonetizer, Inc., established in 2010 and headquartered in San Jose, California, operates a Windows-based software monetization platform. This platform connects software developers with advertisers, enabling developers to earn revenue by displaying ads to end-users during the download or installation of their software. InstallMonetizer offers features such as post-install conversion tracking, install coverage, non-incentivized installs, and targeting capabilities to both developers and advertisers. It provides tools like installers and stub installers to facilitate the integration of ads into software, and BundleCode, a solution to monetize software installs by adding bundle code into the installer. The company ensures high conversion rates and works with quality advertisers, excluding spyware or adware products from its co-bundle.
Open Garden
Seed Round in 2012
Open Garden Inc. specializes in peer-to-peer mesh networking technology, allowing individuals and organizations to establish community-driven networks and services. Founded in 2011 and based in Oakland, California, the company offers several products, including FireChat, a messaging application that facilitates public and private communications without the need for Internet access or cellular data. Additionally, FireChat Alerts enables users to broadcast important messages and alerts to individuals even in areas with no signal or mobile data. The MeshKit platform connects smartphones directly, enabling users to download, share, and forward data without relying on traditional Internet services. Open Garden's technology empowers developers, media, telecom operators, and NGOs to create decentralized networks, making Internet access more affordable, faster, and private for users.
Kiip
Series B in 2012
Kiip, Inc., established in San Francisco in 2010 by Brian Wong, Courtney Guertin, and Amadeus Demarzi, operates a platform that facilitates automated rewards from brands to consumers during relevant moments within brand-owned applications or across social networks. The company has raised $15.4 million in funding since its inception.
Citus Data
Seed Round in 2012
Citus Data, Inc. specializes in developing and distributing database products that enhance PostgreSQL to support real-time applications. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Francisco, with an additional office in Istanbul, the company offers a platform that simplifies sharding, allowing businesses to efficiently manage large datasets by partitioning them for faster access and analysis. Its flagship product, CitusDB, combines powerful parallel processing capabilities with the expressiveness of PostgreSQL, including support for JSON data. This extensible distributed database serves various industries such as e-commerce, retail, security, advertising technology, and mobile analytics, enabling organizations to effectively handle and analyze billions of events in real-time. Citus Data operates as a subsidiary of Microsoft Corporation.
Fond
Seed Round in 2012
Fond is a SaaS platform based in San Francisco that streamlines employee rewards and recognition processes into a single, user-friendly solution. The platform allows employees and managers to recognize each other's contributions and redeem rewards while providing access to exclusive corporate discounts. Fond also includes features such as social recognition, service awards, and performance analytics, which help motivate employees and enhance productivity. By simplifying these processes, Fond enables HR departments to focus on driving results rather than managing numerous programs.
Intercom
Seed Round in 2012
Intercom, Inc. is a customer communication platform designed to facilitate interactions between businesses and their customers across web and mobile platforms. Established in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, with an additional office in Dublin, Intercom enables teams to engage with customers personally and at scale. The platform includes several core products: Acquire, which allows businesses to chat with website visitors; Engage, which helps onboard and retain customers through targeted messaging; Learn, which gathers customer feedback; and Support, which assists users within web and mobile applications. With over 25,000 global organizations, including well-known companies like Atlassian, Amazon, and Lyft Business, utilizing its services, Intercom sends more than 500 million messages each month, reaching over 600 million active end users, thereby redefining customer support through effective messaging and automation.
HighlightCam
Series A in 2011
Founded in 2009, HighlightCam is a YC-alum & 500Startups-funded company bent on taking over the world, one movie at a time. HighlightCam is revolutionizing how users create (and share) movies with a powerful mobile and desktop video-editing platform that takes your favorite videos/pictures & produces professional-quality movies. Now, your most important memories can be automatically transformed into meaningful video snapshots. HighlightCam is based out of Palo Alto, CA.
Game Ventures
Venture Round in 2011
Game Ventures is a Singapore-based developer and publisher specializing in social games within the sports and virtual world sectors. The company is known for Howzat.com, which claims to be the world's first browser-based true multi-player sports game centered on cricket. Additionally, Game Ventures operates XuQa.com, a profitable social gaming network tailored for users across various platforms, particularly in Turkey. Their portfolio also includes the upcoming title Homerun Heroes, set to launch on multiple social networks. The company's initial game, Pokerama, a poker application on Facebook, was successfully acquired by Ubisoft.
Kicksend
Seed Round in 2011
Kicksend is a photo printing and sharing platform that offers a web, mobile, and desktop application for users to easily send photographs and purchase prints. The service is designed to simplify the photo printing process and includes features such as social tools, multiple payment options, and one-click purchasing, as well as a virtual currency system for transactions. Kicksend has established partnerships with major retailers, including Walmart, Walgreens, Target, CVS, and Duane Reade, enabling users to conveniently pick up their printed photos at local locations.
Memolane
Series A in 2011
Memolane is a digital platform designed to help users archive and explore their social lives online. It collects and connects users' thoughts, pictures, messages, and music, allowing them to rediscover their social network activity across various platforms. By consolidating these digital memories, Memolane aims to create a cohesive experience that enables individuals to revisit and engage with their past interactions and content.
Wondershake
Seed Round in 2011
Wondershake, Inc., founded in 2011 and based in Sunnyvale, California, develops a social media application designed for mobile phones and other wireless devices. The app aims to enhance real-world connections by visualizing individuals' identities through tags, making it easier to discover and engage with interesting people nearby. Unlike traditional social media platforms that primarily facilitate online interactions, Wondershake focuses on bridging the gap in real-life networking, allowing users to connect without the need for organized events or meet-ups. In addition to fostering social connections, the platform also provides lifestyle information on various topics, such as beauty, fashion, and relationships, helping users stay informed about current trends.
Path
Series A in 2011
Path is a mobile photo-sharing and messaging service for building personal social networks with up to 150 contacts. Currently Path Places. Path Talk and Path sold to Daum Kakao May 28, 2015. Path brings people closer together. Guided by the belief that mobile technology will fundamentally change the cultural, social, and economic landscape, Path focuses on simplicity, quality, and privacy to provide the best mobile personal networking service in the world. Path was designed with the people they love, closest friends, and family in mind.
Monoco
Seed Round in 2010
Monoco Inc., formerly known as FlutterScape, is an e-commerce company based in Tokyo, Japan, that specializes in cross-border social commerce. Founded in 2010, the company provides a platform that allows users to share product discoveries while facilitating the buying and selling of items through secure international payment and logistics systems. Monoco's platform distinguishes itself from traditional marketplaces by fostering a casual, collaborative environment where sellers can narrate their product experiences, and buyers can explore unique offerings, particularly from Japan. The platform features a diverse range of products, including fashion items, gadgets, home decor, and jewelry for both men and women, catering to a global audience.
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