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Fortius Metals specializes in the manufacturing of wire alloys designed for large-format metal 3D printing and robotic welding. The company produces high-performance welding wire that addresses the challenges of hot tearing and hot cracking, allowing for the welding of traditionally unweldable aluminum alloys, including 1xxx, 2xxx, 6xxx, and 7xxx series. By utilizing reactive additive manufacturing technology, Fortius Metals supports advanced manufacturing processes tailored to the aerospace, defense, and electric vehicle sectors. Its patented welding alloys enable stronger and lighter fabrications, assisting clients in developing next-generation products that meet the increasing demands of these industries.

ValiCyber focuses on providing security solutions specifically for Linux environments, offering a platform that effectively secures workloads and prevents cyber attacks through proactive hardening techniques. The technology automatically identifies and resolves security issues, allowing for efficient multi-tenant management and easy generation of incident reports. This scalable platform minimizes the resource impact of security measures, ensuring that computing resources are preserved for essential tasks while providing organizations with robust protection against potential threats. ValiCyber’s approach enables businesses to maintain operational efficiency while safeguarding their critical assets against cyber attacks.

Proteus Motion Inc. is a sports and health technology company that specializes in developing hardware and analytics software for the rehabilitation and training of athletes and patients. The company's flagship product, the Proteus system, is a three-dimensional resistance training platform that allows users to perform real-life sport movements, such as golf swings. This system not only stimulates the neuromuscular system but also protects joints and ligaments while promoting optimal movement patterns. Coupled with a comprehensive software platform, it provides training programs, a movement library, and analytics that help predict sports performance, track progress, and offer personalized insights. The company caters to a diverse clientele, including athletes, coaches, trainers, and physical therapists. Founded in 2016 and based in Long Island City, New York, Proteus Motion was previously known as Boston Biomotion Inc.

Gridwise, Inc. develops and operates a mobile application designed for rideshare and delivery drivers, enabling them to enhance their earnings and manage their business operations efficiently. Launched in 2016 and based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the Gridwise app offers a range of features, including real-time alerts on traffic, weather, and local events, as well as tools for tracking mileage and analyzing earnings. The application also helps users prepare detailed tax reports and calculate deductions, thereby facilitating better financial management. With its focus on providing demand insights and performance tracking, Gridwise serves hundreds of thousands of gig economy drivers across the United States, offering a comprehensive platform to support their unique business needs.

Arieca LLC, established in 2018 and based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, specializes in the development and distribution of Thubber, a thermally conductive rubber composite. This innovative material merges the elasticity of soft silicone rubber with the thermal conductivity of metal, making it suitable for applications such as circuit wiring, sensors, and passive heat exchangers. Arieca's product addresses heat management challenges in various industries, enabling manufacturers to utilize an alternative rubber solution that enhances electronic performance while ensuring safe interaction with human users.

ESTAT Actuation, founded in 2019 and based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, specializes in the development of electroadhesive clutches aimed at enhancing the capabilities and affordability of robots and machines. The company's innovative products provide engineers with advanced actuation hardware that reduces both the size and cost of traditional actuators. By offering lightweight and low-power clutches, ESTAT Actuation enables clients to improve the performance and efficiency of their robotic systems and machinery.

Credit Mountain is a fintech company that specializes in providing a personalized credit platform designed to assist individuals in accessing and managing their credit ratings. The platform features a credit counselor for financial institutions, which guides users in improving their credit standing. Additionally, Credit Mountain offers a credit booster tool that prioritizes which debts to pay off first, enabling users to make extra payments efficiently. This approach helps customers build a positive payment history on their credit reports while reducing overall debt. By focusing on offering rejected borrowers a "Path to Approval," Credit Mountain aims to enhance financial opportunities for individuals seeking to improve their creditworthiness.

Edge Case Research is a company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with an additional office in Unterschleißheim, Germany, specializing in developing software products and safety systems for companies involved in self-driving car technology. Founded in 2013, the firm focuses on testing vehicle software and artificial intelligence without requiring physical vehicles. Its key offerings include Hologram, a platform for identifying and addressing edge cases that challenge machine learning, and Switchboard, a cloud-based tool for automated robustness testing of complex software. The company employs Model-based Iterative System Safety Analysis to pinpoint and model safety risks in intricate systems. Additionally, Edge Case Research provides embedded software best practices assessment and training services. It serves industries such as autonomous vehicles and robotics, consumer electronics and the Internet of Things, and industrial controls and embedded systems.

Community Capital Technology operates a digital loan trading exchange and business intelligence platform that simplifies the buying, selling, and participation in loans for financial institutions, marketplace lenders, and credit investors. The platform provides a transparent and cost-effective online marketplace where users can post loans and connect directly with potential buyers or sellers in real-time, eliminating the need for brokers. This solution is designed for a range of participants, including regional banks, community banks, credit unions, and various investment entities such as credit funds and family offices. By offering access to a highly liquid nationwide exchange and a comprehensive analytics toolset, Community Capital Technology enhances decision-making and increases transactional success rates in the secondary loan market, enabling users to effectively manage risk and optimize their loan portfolios.

Gridwise, Inc. develops and operates a mobile application designed for rideshare and delivery drivers, enabling them to enhance their earnings and manage their business operations efficiently. Launched in 2016 and based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the Gridwise app offers a range of features, including real-time alerts on traffic, weather, and local events, as well as tools for tracking mileage and analyzing earnings. The application also helps users prepare detailed tax reports and calculate deductions, thereby facilitating better financial management. With its focus on providing demand insights and performance tracking, Gridwise serves hundreds of thousands of gig economy drivers across the United States, offering a comprehensive platform to support their unique business needs.