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ANYbotics is a manufacturer of four-legged robots intended for a variety of industrial uses. The company enhances safety and productivity in industrial operations through autonomous mobile robots capable of navigating complex environments. It provides solutions for robot applications with the most advanced mobility and autonomy requirements in challenging terrain. ANYbotics was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Zürich, Switzerland.

Pledge empowers businesses of any size to provide climate solutions to its customers quickly and easily. By providing a single-integration tooling and infrastructure, Pledge streamlines and automates the delivery of climate solutions like greenhouse gas emission measurement, offsetting and reporting into customer journeys. Pledge was founded in 2021 by early employees of Revolut and the co-founder of Freetrade.

Roofr Inc. is a Canadian company that specializes in providing a marketplace for roofing services, utilizing satellite imagery technology to facilitate accurate assessments of roofs for replacement and repair. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Toronto, Roofr connects homeowners, insurance companies, property managers, and roofing contractors, offering services that include both domestic and commercial roofing solutions, such as copper, metal, asphalt, cedar, slate, and flat roofing, along with repair and eaves trough cleaning services. The platform generates instant estimates by leveraging aerial imagery, ensuring transparency in pricing for roofing materials and labor. Operating in Ontario, Florida, and California, Roofr aims to enhance customer experience through convenience and affordability, prioritizing quality workmanship in the roofing industry.

Imverse SA is a Swiss company specializing in the development of software for Mixed Reality content creation. Founded in 2017 and based in Plan-les-Ouates, the company has created a platform that allows users to transform 360-degree images from 2D to 3D, enabling real-time virtual and augmented reality experiences with the aid of virtual reality glasses. Imverse offers B2B services that simplify the creation of immersive VR/MR experiences, including live hologram actors and real-time visual effects derived from single 360° photos. The company's proprietary voxel engine underpins its volumetric technology, which is designed for various applications, including live broadcasting, telepresence, and location-based entertainment. Imverse aims to enhance communication and content creation through innovative graphics technology, fostering deeper connections and engagement for enterprise users.

MedznMore (Pvt) Ltd. is an online platform based in Karachi, Pakistan, that specializes in the sale of medicines, wellness products, and medical devices. Founded in 2020, the company aims to enhance access to healthcare by leveraging technology and innovation to address challenges associated with traditional pharmacies. Through its services, MedznMore seeks to provide a reliable and affordable healthcare experience for its customers, making quality healthcare more accessible.

Infrascreen specializes in the development of nanotechnology-based solutions for greenhouse environments, focusing on enhancing energy efficiency and climate management. The company's innovative light filters are designed to alleviate heat stress on crops, ultimately supporting sustainable agriculture practices. By co-developing with the PV-center of the CSEM in Neuchâtel, Infrascreen has successfully demonstrated proof of concept for its products under laboratory conditions. This technology not only aims to reduce operational costs for greenhouse growers by minimizing heating requirements but also contributes to lowering carbon dioxide emissions associated with food production.

Relai AG is a Swiss company based in Zurich that specializes in a Bitcoin investment application, established in 2019. The app allows users to conveniently invest in Bitcoin, functioning as a digital ATM for cryptocurrency. It enables users to buy and sell Bitcoin directly from their bank accounts within one minute, without the need for registration, onboarding, or KYC verification. Additionally, the platform offers an auto-invest feature, ensuring high-security standards while allowing users to manage their investments efficiently. Relai aims to make Bitcoin investment accessible to everyone, streamlining the process and enhancing user experience.

Picterra SA operates an online platform that automates artificial intelligence (AI) workflows for object detection to extract geo-information. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Écublens, Switzerland, the company integrates AI with satellite, drone, and aerial data to help users monitor and anticipate environmental changes. Picterra serves various sectors, including aerial imaging and mapping, financial services, insurance, journalism, precision agriculture, real estate, utilities, infrastructure, as well as public organizations and NGOs. The platform is designed to empower users by allowing them to train and customize AI models without requiring programming or deep learning expertise, thus facilitating the extraction of relevant geo-information tailored to their specific needs.

Shaped is a software design firm founded in 2021 and based in New York. The company specializes in developing APIs that enhance content discovery, social feeds, and customer communication. Utilizing deep-learning technology, Shaped's platform incorporates artificial intelligence and machine learning to create personalized feeds, notifications, and recommendations for applications and websites. This enables businesses to better understand user engagement and preferences, ultimately driving increased interaction and potential sales.

9T Labs brings together advanced software, additive manufacturing and industry-standard materials to deliver digital composite production solution. With proprietary 9T Labs Additive Fusion Technology (AFT) technology , manufacturers can create lighter structural parts with true 3d fibre orientation and mass-produce carbon composite at lower cost. Intuitive design software for optimal fiber placement and automated production equipment allows companies to increase competitiveness throughout their whole value chain.

Operator of a European aerospace company intended to build hydrogen-powered airplanes that aim to make long-range hypersonic flight part of everyday life in the future for sustainable energy, mobility, and security. The company provides airplanes that combine advanced aeronautical and space technologies, providing the aviation industry with a reduction in the time for intercontinental transport by an order of magnitude without compromising comfort, cost, or noise.

PostEra provides medicinal chemistry services by integrating molecular design with chemical synthesis. It designs algorithms that accurately predicts bioactivity in the low-data limit; and algorithm to outperform human chemists in predicting the outcomes of chemical reactions, tackling challenges in chemo-, regio-, and stereo-selectivity. The company was founded in 2019 and is based in Santa Clara, California.

Anakin specializes in providing competitive intelligence software tailored for e-commerce retailers and brands. The company's offerings enable users to gain insights into competitor strategies by delivering real-time data on product assortments and pricing from various e-commerce platforms. Anakin's technology automates the monitoring of competitors’ sales activities, allowing businesses to efficiently gather and analyze web data at scale. By leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning, Anakin empowers its clients to stay informed about industry trends and make data-driven decisions in a dynamic market environment.

Permutive, Inc. is a publisher-focused data management platform that specializes in developing an ad-server for sponsored content. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in London, with an additional office in New York, the company offers a software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution that enables publishers to enhance their targetable advertising capabilities and improve return on investment. Permutive also creates custom ad formats tailored to the needs of its clients, positioning itself as a key player in the advertising technology sector.

Union54 is a debit card issuing API designed for fintech companies and corporates, enabling them to issue debit cards to their customers without relying on traditional banks or credit card processors. The company provides essential services such as BIN sponsorship, transaction processing, and settlement, streamlining the card issuance process. In addition to its card issuing capabilities, Union54 also offers secure messaging and payment systems aimed at both civilian and government use. Its software includes an integrated wallet and an API for developing secure chat applications, allowing clients to create applications that facilitate secure communication and transactions. This dual focus on payment solutions and secure messaging positions Union54 as a versatile player in the financial technology landscape.

Union54 is a debit card issuing API designed for fintech companies and corporates, enabling them to issue debit cards to their customers without relying on traditional banks or credit card processors. The company provides essential services such as BIN sponsorship, transaction processing, and settlement, streamlining the card issuance process. In addition to its card issuing capabilities, Union54 also offers secure messaging and payment systems aimed at both civilian and government use. Its software includes an integrated wallet and an API for developing secure chat applications, allowing clients to create applications that facilitate secure communication and transactions. This dual focus on payment solutions and secure messaging positions Union54 as a versatile player in the financial technology landscape.

VERTO is a B2B currency exchange marketplace for international businesses. They handle millions of dollars every year and make payments to suppliers abroad. VERTO provides liquidity and price discovery tools for international businesses. The marketplace provides easy access to exotic and foreign currencies with seamless international online payment services.

Earny allows for entering data securely into a central platform that is automatically included in a company’s payroll.

Backbone Art SA owns and operates a platform that connects professional photographers / videographers with businesses and consumers to shoot real estate, conferences, events, parties, and food product. It provides tools that offer booking, content hosting, post-production, invoicing, and payments services. The company caters to real estate companies, international event planners, and global marketplaces. Backbone Art is based in Geneva, Switzerland with an additional office in Berlin, Germany.

Backbone Art SA owns and operates a platform that connects professional photographers / videographers with businesses and consumers to shoot real estate, conferences, events, parties, and food product. It provides tools that offer booking, content hosting, post-production, invoicing, and payments services. The company caters to real estate companies, international event planners, and global marketplaces. Backbone Art is based in Geneva, Switzerland with an additional office in Berlin, Germany.

Sweetwater began business in 1979 in Fort Wayne, Indiana and is the country's most respected dealer in high-technology equipment for musicians, recording studios, and broadcasters - from microphones and digital recording systems to electric guitars to electronic keyboards and electronic drums. Sweetwater customers range from beginners to rock stars. The company's equipment can be found in Los Angeles, New York, and Nashville recording studios, TV and radio stations all across the country, as well as in tens of thousands of home recording studios nationwide. Sweetwater is built on a commitment to the highest level of customer service in the music technology industry.

Swisspod Technologies SA is a transport development firm based in Monthey, Switzerland, founded in 2019. The company specializes in designing and developing tube-based transportation systems, specifically Hyperloop vessels, aimed at revolutionizing long-distance travel. Swisspod focuses on creating carbon-neutral solutions to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of high-speed transportation. The firm is currently engaged in the construction of affordable and energy-efficient Hyperloop pods, leveraging a team of multidisciplinary experts dedicated to transforming the travel experience. Swisspod's hyperloop capsules are designed to provide unparalleled efficiency and economic viability, offering clients a sustainable and cost-effective mode of mobility.

Planted Foods AG is a Swiss company specializing in the development of plant-based meat alternatives, including products such as planted chicken and BBQ planted chicken. Founded in 2019 and based in Zürich, the company utilizes pea protein, pea fiber, sunflower oil, and water to replicate the taste, texture, and mouthfeel of traditional animal meat. By focusing on high-quality, natural ingredients, Planted Foods aims to deliver nutritious, high-protein products that appeal to consumers seeking plant-based options. In addition to its product offerings, the company operates an e-commerce platform to facilitate direct sales to customers.

Planted Foods AG is a Swiss company specializing in the development of plant-based meat alternatives, including products such as planted chicken and BBQ planted chicken. Founded in 2019 and based in Zürich, the company utilizes pea protein, pea fiber, sunflower oil, and water to replicate the taste, texture, and mouthfeel of traditional animal meat. By focusing on high-quality, natural ingredients, Planted Foods aims to deliver nutritious, high-protein products that appeal to consumers seeking plant-based options. In addition to its product offerings, the company operates an e-commerce platform to facilitate direct sales to customers.

myStromer develops and markets innovative e-bikes. The strength of the company lies in the development of and mechanical components, electric components, software, and the complete system integration. The Swiss company was founded in 2009 by Thomas Binggeli. In March, 2013 the company opened its headquarters in Oberwangen near Bern, Switzerland. The entire facility’s energy is provided by rooftop solar cells, and every battery used in the assembly of Stromer e-bikes is filled with solar-derived energy. At the Oberwangen campus, management, engineering, research and development, assembly, logistics, customer service and even a Stromer flagship retail store are located under one roof. A second assembly location for the European market is located in Riedstadt, Germany.

Fenergo is a provider of client onboarding lifecycle management software for corporate, investment and private banks. Established in 2009, its onboarding technologies span front and middle office operations to provide banking clients with an end-to-end client lifecycle management solution that includes compliance and banking process management such as: Onboarding compliance (KYC, CDD, AML, TDSI, MiFID II, FATCA, Dodd-Frank) Legal entity data management Product onboarding Collateral Management Client servicing Credit mitigants & collateral management. Its client base includes some of the world’s leading banks and prime brokerages and its solutions help them to enhance client experience through faster and efficient onboarding, improved client set-up times and a more consistent client onboarding experience. In 2012, Fenergo’s Client Onboarding Lifecycle Management solution was awarded the Good Accreditation standard for proven client satisfaction across its client base.

Ingram Micro and its subsidiaries distribute information technology (IT) products and supply chain solutions worldwide. The company offers various IT products, including peripherals, systems, software, networking, and others. Its peripheral products comprise printers, scanners, displays, projectors, monitors, panels, mass storage, and tape; systems products include servers, desktops, portable personal computers, and personal digital assistants; and software products consist of business application software, operating system software, entertainment software, middleware, developer software tools, security software, and storage software. The networking products include networking hardware comprising switches, hubs, routers, wireless local area networks, wireless wide area networks, network interface cards, cellular data cards, network-attached storage, and storage area networks; communication products consisting of voice over Internet protocol communications, modems, phone systems, and video/audio conferencing; and network security hardware products. The other products comprise large format LCD and plasma displays, enclosures, mounts, media players, content software, content creation, content hosting, and installation services; processors, motherboards, hard drives, and memory; ink and toner supplies, paper, carrying cases, and anti-glare screens; cell phones, digital cameras, digital video disc players, game consoles, televisions, audio, and home control; and barcode/card printers, AIDC scanners, AIDC software, and wireless infrastructure products. The company also provides supply chain services, technical support, financial services, sales and marketing services, eCommerce services, and managed services. It markets its products and services through sales representatives, resellers, and distributors. As of January 2, 2010, the company had 103 distribution centers. Ingram Micro Inc. was founded in 1979 and is headquartered in Santa Ana, California.

Ascensus Specialties LLC manufactures chemical products. The company was incorporated in 2014 and is based in Bellevue, Washington. As of January 31, 2015, Ascensus Specialties LLC operates as a subsidiary of Vertellus Specialties Inc.

wefox is a digital insurance company based in Berlin, Germany, founded in 2015. It aims to enhance safety and minimize risks by transforming the insurance landscape through technology. The company focuses on selling insurance through intermediaries rather than direct channels, leveraging analytics to achieve better loss ratios than the market average. With over 90% straight-through processing, wefox operates a central product factory that enables rapid and cost-effective deployment of product innovations across international markets. The company has established a network of thousands of digitally enabled advisors throughout Europe, which enhances customer satisfaction, reduces customer acquisition costs, and improves cross-selling opportunities while decreasing churn.

Osome Pte. Ltd. is a business management consulting firm founded in 2017 and headquartered in Singapore, with additional operations in Hong Kong and the United Kingdom. The company specializes in providing a range of services including company incorporation, corporate secretary services, accounting, payroll management, and immigration assistance. Osome leverages artificial intelligence to enhance efficiency and improve customer satisfaction, enabling small and medium-sized enterprises to streamline their administrative tasks. By automating processes such as document preparation, deadline tracking, and annual return filing, Osome allows businesses to concentrate on their core operations, thereby fostering growth and profitability.

Blue Horizon Corporation, founded in 2016 and based in Zurich, Switzerland, is a venture capital investment firm focused on sustainable solutions in the agriculture and food sectors. The firm aims to address the challenge of feeding 10 billion people by 2050 by investing in innovative, tech-driven, and plant-based products that align with global consumer demand. In 2019, Blue Horizon launched Blue Horizon Ventures, a fund dedicated to investments in the agriculture and food-tech industries across Europe. This fund emphasizes environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria and seeks to promote impact investments that enhance health, biodiversity, and ecosystems. Through its strategic investments, Blue Horizon strives to foster a sustainable future while meeting the evolving needs of consumers.

365 Retail Markets, an expanding, self-checkout technology company based in Troy, Michigan, offers the best-in-class platform for vending, foodservice and hospitality. Its proprietary, 365 MicroMarket, is a turnkey, unmanned market that allows customers to increase sales, improve the customer experience and increase profits while decreasing operating costs. 365 Retail Markets has been pioneering innovation in the vending industry for over five years and continues to revolutionize the market with superior technology and ultimate flexibility in customization and branding. What makes us a global MicroMarket leader? • exceptional service with superior response time •award-winning technology, manufactured in the USA with top ATM quality parts • the best and most comprehensive online management software • proprietary hardware and software with the most technology options • preferred MicroMarket technology of the world's largest vending companies • PCI Certified, for secure credit card processing • 365 Retail Markets allows customer to fully self-brand their markets Company History: •2014: 365 kicks off the year as Michigan Companies to Watch finalist; over a dozen feature upgrades to both its kiosk and web management software; adds the Gen3c Kiosk to product line, QuickCharge capability, multilingual, SMS receipts and more. Maintains 99.99% uptime for both kiosks and software. •2013: 365 is recognized as a Michigan Fast 50 company based on success and revenue growth. Launches the new 365 Gen3 kiosk as a companion to existing portfolio along with multiple payroll deduct and stored value account options. Became the first provider to achieve full PA-DSS certification. 365 moves again to a permanent office and manufacturing facility. Maintains 99.99% uptime for both kiosks and software. •2012: 365’s newly launched Gen2 Kiosk wins the NAMA innovation award; company moves again to accommodate ever growing staff base. Maintains 99% uptime for both kiosks and software. •2011: 365 secures significant funding, and begins large scale roll out to the industry’s largest vending operator. Also, secures new office space to accommodate growth. •2010: 365 complements its industry first RFID system with a barcode only and full Cash-Coin kiosk. •2009: Business operations commenced. •2008: Initial Business Plan and market testing for an RFID based self-checkout system begins.

GROMO has the vision to provide access of financial products such as Loans, Insurance, and Investments, to the underserved and unpenetrated Tier 2 cities and beyond, what they call The Real Bharat, through a disruptive digitally enabled social commerce model.

Developer of a scheduling and credential management platform designed to combat the national healthcare shortage by directly connecting healthcare professionals with healthcare enterprises. The company's platform offers active credential monitoring and real-time access to various pro re nata (PRN) shifts from its database, facilitating easy schedule management without the need for intermediary agencies.

Homebase operates a real estate lending platform that facilitates homeownership by offering customized financing options. The company's services include rent-to-own real estate financing, providing an alternative to traditional mortgages that often come with rigid terms and high interest rates. By enabling potential homeowners to purchase properties without the need for significant savings upfront, Homebase aims to simplify the process of buying and owning a home.

Weld North Education focuses on building the best digital curriculum capabilities and resources to enable teachers, administrators, parents, and students to benefit from innovative technologies designed to maximize potential. Over the last decade, WNE has invested millions of dollars to make its digital offerings more powerful and effective. Weld North, founded in 2010, has made several acquisitions over the years, and its portfolio has grown to include online courseware and intervention company Edgenuity; and supplemental curriculum provider Imagine Learning; core curriculum company LearnZillion.

23andMe, Inc. is a consumer genetics company that provides DNA analysis services through home-based saliva collection kits, enabling users to explore their ancestry, inherited traits, and health insights. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, the company offers various services, including Health + Ancestry and Ancestry + Traits, which provide insights into a person's genetic background and over 30 trait reports. 23andMe aims to help individuals understand the implications of their genetic information while also catering to researchers by offering categorized and searchable data. The company was co-founded by Linda Avey and Anne Wojcicki and has positioned itself as a significant player in the growing biotechnology and healthcare sectors.

NetGuardians SA is a software company based in Yverdon-les-Bains, Switzerland, specializing in mitigation and risk assurance solutions for the banking and financial services sectors. Founded in 2007, the company utilizes big data, user behavior analysis, and transaction analytics to help financial institutions combat various types of fraud, including mobile banking and identity theft. Its key products include FraudGuardian, which addresses specific fraud challenges with predefined controls for continuous auditing, and RiskGuardian, a compliance automation tool that offers templates for regulations, automated controls, and reporting capabilities. Serving CIOs, CISOs, internal auditors, and compliance professionals across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Africa, NetGuardians provides its solutions through resellers, ensuring adaptability for various fields of activity. The company also maintains offices in Nairobi, Warsaw, and Singapore.

Native Voice is a software SDK for audio device manufacturers to integrate their SDK to create the next generation of listening devices. The company is building a fundamental building block to enable this voice-first ecosystem. Native Voice removes that friction by helping to connect with multiple assistants and all their skills or actions while acting as the library for the brands that are deploying their own voice-enabled solutions.

Source Beauty LLC is an e-commerce marketplace based in Cairo, Egypt, specializing in a wide range of beauty products. Founded in 2016, the platform features skincare, makeup, fragrances, hair care, and bath and body products, as well as detox items and health supplements. It serves as a hub for Egyptian consumers seeking informed choices in beauty, having initially started as a blog that highlighted trending products. In addition to selling products from both Egyptian and international brands, Source Beauty also offers beauty subscription boxes and fashion blogging services. The company's mission is to simplify the beauty shopping experience and empower consumers to make informed decisions about their beauty and wellness.

Gotham Greens designs, builds and operates commercial scale greenhouse facilities in urban areas for fresh vegetable production. Since commencing production in early 2011, Gotham Greens has quickly become a worldwide pioneer in the field of urban agriculture and one of New York State’s leading producers of premium-quality, greenhouse-grown vegetables, and herbs. Local cultivation and regional distribution help Gotham Greens deliver their products quickly after being harvested to ensure they are fresh tasting, nutritionally dense, and long-lasting. Their farms are unconventional. But so is their commitment to taste, quality, and sustainability.

H55 S.A. manufactures electric propulsion system and battery management solutions for aircrafts. It offers software and hardware solutions for integrating propeller, transmission systems, electric motors and controllers, energy storage, and pilot interface. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Sion, Switzerland.

ANYbotics is a manufacturer of four-legged robots intended for a variety of industrial uses. The company enhances safety and productivity in industrial operations through autonomous mobile robots capable of navigating complex environments. It provides solutions for robot applications with the most advanced mobility and autonomy requirements in challenging terrain. ANYbotics was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Zürich, Switzerland.

Vectrix Security, Inc. specializes in developing a cloud security platform that provides comprehensive security coverage for various cloud and SaaS services. Founded in 2020 and based in San Francisco, the company offers a marketplace of plug-and-play security tools, including a library of security scanners that integrate seamlessly with platforms like AWS, GitHub, G Suite, and Salesforce. Vectrix's platform enables users to easily monitor for critical security issues, such as misconfigurations and suspicious activities, with just one click. Designed by former security engineers from notable companies, Vectrix aims to empower security teams and engineers with an effective solution to quickly establish cloud and SaaS security.

Withings is a developer of digital health and wellness devices aimed at empowering individuals to make informed health decisions. The company offers a diverse range of products, including smart scales that help users achieve fitness and weight goals, stylish activity trackers, hybrid smartwatches, and an advanced sleep-tracking mat. Additionally, Withings provides medically accurate devices for monitoring blood pressure and temperature, allowing users to effectively track their health progress. These products facilitate data sharing with healthcare professionals, promoting a collaborative approach to personal health management.

Wolf Project specializes in advanced Korean skincare products tailored specifically for men, focusing on direct-to-consumer sales globally. Their flagship offering is a deep hydration face mask that effectively rejuvenates the skin in just 15 minutes, addressing signs of aging while promoting a healthy, glowing complexion. The masks are crafted from organic bamboo charcoal sheets and infused with natural serums, making it easier for men to enhance their skincare routines. This commitment to quality and user-friendliness encourages customers to not only use the products but also share their experiences with others.

PT Payfazz Teknologi Nusantara operates an online payment wallet that provides a range of financial services in Indonesia, targeting individuals who may not have access to traditional banking. Founded in 2016 and based in Jakarta, the company offers solutions for utilities, money transfers, e-commerce, and retail transactions. Its agency-based platform enables users to conduct secure financial activities, including bill payments and money management, through a network of bank agents. PAYFAZZ partners with various financial institutions and service providers to enhance its offerings and ensure security through advanced measures like GeoTrust SSL. The company aims to facilitate digital financial services and improve accessibility for unbanked populations, contributing to the broader financial inclusion and digital transformation in Southeast Asia.

Fazz Financial is a digital financial services group.

GliaPharm SA develops treatments for neurological and psychiatric disorders. It offers GliaX, a technology platform to identify drugs that target glial cells’ activity and brain energy metabolism. The company's platform includes high throughput screening (HTS) technologies based on enzymatic and primary cell activities; metabolic tests to characterize compounds in vitro (primary brain cells cultures) and in vivo (rodent’s brain); different rodent models of neurological pathologies, including brain ageing, Alzheimer's disease, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), and several psychiatric diseases; and different aspects of drug development and regulation are performed through selective contract research organizations (CROs). GliaPharm SA was founded in 2016 and is based in Geneva, Switzerland.

Space Exploration Technologies is a space-transportation startup company founded by Elon Musk. SpaceX designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft. SpaceX develops crew and cargo capsules, engines, cryogenic tank structures, avionics, equipment, guidance, and control software. The company is developing the partially reusable launch vehicles Falcon 1 and Falcon 9. Founded in 2002, Space Exploration Technologies is headquartered in Hawthorne, California.

Batmaid.com is the 1st on-demand home cleaning platform in Switzerland and Luxembourg. In a few clicks, users can book a certified, background-checked, declared and insured home cleaner for just once or with a frequency. Batmaid aims at combining the full digitization of the cleaning experience with a hotel-like customer service and cleaning quality. Batmaid is neither the employer nor using self-employed workers. Batmaid turns its clients into the employers of the maids by providing automated trust service to declare every single employment relationship. Born in April 2015, Batmaid covers Switzerland's main urban areas and has offices in Lausanne (HQ), Zürich and Warsaw (IT development) with more than 30 internal employees and more than 800 active cleaners. In B-to-C only, Batmaid addresses a market worth more than USD 1.3bn in Switzerland.

Helium Health is a technology company focused on transforming healthcare in Africa through its electronic health records and hospital management systems. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria, the company provides a comprehensive suite of software tools designed to digitize medical records, manage hospital operations, and facilitate financial applications. Its platform features capabilities for managing patient visits, prescriptions, billing, and telemedicine solutions, all accessible from various devices. Additionally, Helium Health offers functionalities such as customizable forms, smart analytics, appointment management, and alerts, which help healthcare providers enhance efficiency, improve patient care, and reduce operational waste. By leveraging technology, Helium Health aspires to become the leading healthcare data exchange in Africa.

PostEra provides medicinal chemistry services by integrating molecular design with chemical synthesis. It designs algorithms that accurately predicts bioactivity in the low-data limit; and algorithm to outperform human chemists in predicting the outcomes of chemical reactions, tackling challenges in chemo-, regio-, and stereo-selectivity. The company was founded in 2019 and is based in Santa Clara, California.

Miovision Technologies Inc. specializes in traffic data collection and management solutions for transportation networks. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Kitchener, Canada, with an additional office in Cologne, Germany, the company offers a range of products including Miovision Central for project management, Scout Video Collection Unit for traffic counting, and Miovision Traffic Data for data processing and analysis. Its Spectrum solution enhances signal connectivity for intelligent transportation systems, while Teal facilitates goal-setting and progress tracking for teams. Miovision's hardware offerings include interfaces, smart links, cameras, and antennas, complemented by customer support services. The company serves a diverse clientele, including traffic data collection firms, engineering firms, and government agencies, reaching over 17,000 municipalities globally. Through its advanced technology, Miovision aims to improve the transportation experience for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians while addressing the challenges of modern transportation networks.

ABAKA Holdings Ltd. is a London-based company that operates an intelligent savings platform aimed at enhancing the financial wellbeing of employees. The platform, known as ABAKA, allows employers to increase awareness of employee benefits and engage directly with their staff. It empowers employees by providing tailored financial guidance and personalized nudges to improve their financial literacy. Additionally, ABAKA is recognized as the world's first digital saving and retirement enterprise SaaS platform, utilizing artificial intelligence to support financial institutions in delivering scalable advice on pensions, savings, and investments. Its suite of modular applications enables functionalities such as conversational AI, intelligent behavioral nudges, and digital financial dashboards. With over 9 million users benefiting from its technologies, ABAKA's solutions are licensed by leading banks, pension providers, and asset managers globally. The company also maintains a strategic partnership with Avaloq Group AG and has been operational since its incorporation in 2016.

The Winesider is an innovative service tailored to quality restaurants related to the management of the cellar.

Perlego is an eBook subscription service based in London, England, that provides unlimited access to a vast collection of academic and professional titles. Founded in 2016, the company has established partnerships with over 2,600 publishers, offering more than 400,000 eBooks and publications. Its mission is to enhance the accessibility and affordability of learning materials for students and professionals globally. By charging a monthly subscription fee, Perlego enables users to access a wide range of educational resources, making it a valuable tool for learners seeking cost-effective alternatives to traditional textbooks.

Docker, Inc. is a company that develops an open platform designed for building, shipping, and running distributed applications. This platform enables developers and system administrators to create and manage applications as collections of containers, which can operate seamlessly across various environments, including laptops, data center virtual machines, and public cloud instances. Docker also provides an application runtime and packaging tool, along with a cloud service that facilitates application sharing and workflow automation. Originally founded in 2008 as dotCloud, the company rebranded to Docker in October 2013 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Natufia Labs PLC provides hydroponic equipment that automatically grows nutritious assortment of fresh plants and herbs in households and restaurant kitchens. The company offers kitchen garden equipment, organic plant seeds, microgreens seeds, and accessories, such as ceramic cups, measurement test kits, harvesting displays, replacement LEDs, and hydroponic gardening literature. It serves chefs, hotels, lounges and bars, spas and nutrition centers, designers and architects, distributors, and retail sectors. It sells its products online. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Tallinn, Estonia.

Kitchen United, Inc. is a company that provides food production facilities specifically designed for restaurants and food service providers. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Pasadena, California, it offers shared commercial kitchen spaces along with business intelligence solutions to support entrepreneurial caterers, pop-ups, mobile food vendors, and start-ups. By providing a turnkey solution, Kitchen United helps restaurant brands expand their operations with minimal risk and investment. Its facilities enable these businesses to efficiently produce food for pick-up and delivery, facilitating their entry into the food delivery market. The company operates locations in major cities across the United States, including Austin, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York City, and Scottsdale.

Enuu AG, based in Biel, Switzerland, provides a free sharing service for light electric vehicles (LEVs), primarily aimed at facilitating last-mile transportation. The company has developed an app that allows users to locate available vehicles within designated service zones and unlock them for use. In addition to its vehicle-sharing services, Enuu also features an innovative advertising platform that integrates with its operations, enhancing the overall user experience while promoting local businesses.

Bulk MRO Industrial Supply Pvt. Ltd. is a Mumbai-based distributor of maintenance, repair, and operations products, established in 2016. The company offers an extensive range of over 1,400,000 products across 32 categories, sourced from 5,000 domestic and international brands. Its product lineup includes abrasives, adhesives, cleaning equipment, electrical equipment, fasteners, hand tools, hydraulics, lab supplies, lighting products, office supplies, power tools, and safety products. Bulk MRO serves a diverse array of sectors, including automobile, chemical, fast-moving consumer goods, hospitality, manufacturing, mining, oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, and power. With roots in businesses supplying the industrial market for over 30 years, Bulk MRO aims to meet the needs of multinational corporations, public sector undertakings, and various corporate clients in India.

Dashblock is a software developer based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2019. The company specializes in creating a platform that transforms web pages into application programming interfaces (APIs). Utilizing machine learning technology, Dashblock enables users to select and extract data from any web page, allowing for the generation of custom APIs. This tool simplifies the process of programmatically accessing websites and collecting structured data, making it easy for clients to configure their APIs with minimal effort.

Pillar is a company focused on the development of a sophisticated software platform for e-sports leagues, akin to the NCAA but tailored for the college e-sports environment. Based in San Francisco, it operates as an intelligent marketplace that facilitates competition among college e-sports teams. Additionally, Pillar offers a Shop tool that enables streamers to create no-code storefronts, which can be linked to their social media accounts like Twitch, Twitter, and Instagram. This tool serves as a centralized location for fans to access a variety of endorsed products from multiple brands, enhancing the engagement between streamers and their audiences while streamlining sponsorship opportunities.

LiveLike Inc. is a technology company that provides a live streaming platform designed to enhance sports viewing experiences for fans across various devices, including mobile and virtual reality. Established in 2015 and headquartered in New York, with an additional office in Gurugram, India, LiveLike develops a white-label platform that enables broadcasters to deliver both regular and interactive content under their own brand. The platform incorporates features such as watch parties, gamification, and access to sports statistics, aiming to engage younger audiences and improve retention and monetization for media companies. Key clients include prominent organizations and events like Fox Sports VR, the French Open, the UEFA Champions League, and the Super Bowl, showcasing LiveLike's commitment to revolutionizing the sports broadcasting landscape through innovative technologies.

VERTO is a B2B currency exchange marketplace for international businesses. They handle millions of dollars every year and make payments to suppliers abroad. VERTO provides liquidity and price discovery tools for international businesses. The marketplace provides easy access to exotic and foreign currencies with seamless international online payment services.

Momentus Inc. is a company based in Santa Clara, California, that specializes in water-powered transportation services for spacecraft. Founded in 2017, it is a pioneer in developing in-space transportation and infrastructure technology, focusing on the commercialization of space. The company employs a team of experienced aerospace, propulsion, and robotics engineers who have created an energy-efficient transport system utilizing plasma water propulsion technology. Momentus has established service agreements with notable entities, including Lockheed Martin and NASA, as well as various private satellite companies and government agencies. Its inaugural Vigoride™ transport system launch was scheduled for December 2020, marking a significant step in its mission to enhance space logistics.

N26 offers mobile banking solutions to customers in the European Union through its subsidiary. It provides international money transfer, investment, overdraft, and cash withdrawal and deposit at stores. N26 provides mobile banking services for customers. Its mobile banking services offer online banking that include making and handling of current accounts, fixed accounts, and other banking services, letting customers manage and control their banking details via a smartphone application easily. Maximilian Tayenthal and Valentin Stalf founded Papayer in February 2013, which later became N26, with its headquarters in Berlin in Germany.

Gmelius Ltd develops plug-and-play software extension that enables workflow automation and team collaboration. The company's product engages in email writing, tracking, categorizing formatting, scheduling, launching campaigns, creating automatic follow-up reminders, and customer resource management integration. It also offers shared labels, shared inbox, email delegation, Kanban boards, email templates, email notes, email security, email stamping, and trackers detection. The company was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Plan-les-Ouates, Switzerland.

Today AWOK.com has close to 700 employees with its own courier service fleet, which enables the company to keep control on the quality of service delivered to customers as well as timely delivery. The company sells its products in at least 120 countries through its cross border services and has its own fulfillment center and logistics. Offering approximately 70,000 products across 30 plus categories, the vision has always been to be the preferred E-Commerce channel across all locations that the company operates in, where customers are assured of affordable, effortless and seamless shopping experience. At Awok.com, we believe that in order to create the best shopping experience and deliver highest quality of customer satisfaction technology needs to exploited to the fullest. With this in mind we have built a reliable and scalable technology network and are constantly looking to innovate with the help of our highly skilled and creative team.

GrubMarket develops a website where sellers can offer foods and other items at wholesale prices to customers. It offers products such as organic foods, vegetables, gluten-free foods, snacks, drinks, pantries, home goods, health and beauty products, baby and kids' products, pets, non-GMO foods, paleo foods, cholesterol-free, and no trans-fat foods. GrubMarket also offers foods from local farms, fisheries, commercial kitchens, certified home kitchens, and restaurants. Mike Xu founded GrubMarket in 2014, with its headquarters in Newark in California with an additional office in San Francisco in California.

Goodly makes it easy for companies to offer student loan debt repayment as an employee benefit. Companies that offer this simple to use platform cut down the time that their employees would otherwise be in debt by an average of 8 years. A meaningful benefit for companies who care.

FLOWERBX Limited sells flowers online. It also sells plants, vases, and accessories. The company was incorporated in 2014 and is based in London, United Kingdom.

Roofr Inc. is a Canadian company that specializes in providing a marketplace for roofing services, utilizing satellite imagery technology to facilitate accurate assessments of roofs for replacement and repair. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Toronto, Roofr connects homeowners, insurance companies, property managers, and roofing contractors, offering services that include both domestic and commercial roofing solutions, such as copper, metal, asphalt, cedar, slate, and flat roofing, along with repair and eaves trough cleaning services. The platform generates instant estimates by leveraging aerial imagery, ensuring transparency in pricing for roofing materials and labor. Operating in Ontario, Florida, and California, Roofr aims to enhance customer experience through convenience and affordability, prioritizing quality workmanship in the roofing industry.

Bkam is a prominent price comparison website and mobile application based in Alexandria, Egypt, founded in 2012. It serves online buyers by providing comprehensive information on a wide range of products, including appliances, automotive parts, books, clothing, electronics, health and beauty items, home furnishings, and toys. Bkam allows users to compare prices, read reviews, and discover deals across various categories, thereby facilitating informed purchasing decisions. The platform is recognized as a leading resource in the MENA region, helping consumers navigate the complexities of online shopping and find the best offers available.

Entocycle Ltd produces insect based protein animal feed. The company raises black larvae in an automated system where pods monitor and analyze their development and environment. It also picks food waste from farms, factories, and the catering industry to mass produce insects which act as sustainable source of protein. The company caters to feed suppliers, retailers, food, and agricultural industries. Entocycle Ltd was founded in 2014 and is based in London, United Kingdom.

PT Payfazz Teknologi Nusantara operates an online payment wallet that provides a range of financial services in Indonesia, targeting individuals who may not have access to traditional banking. Founded in 2016 and based in Jakarta, the company offers solutions for utilities, money transfers, e-commerce, and retail transactions. Its agency-based platform enables users to conduct secure financial activities, including bill payments and money management, through a network of bank agents. PAYFAZZ partners with various financial institutions and service providers to enhance its offerings and ensure security through advanced measures like GeoTrust SSL. The company aims to facilitate digital financial services and improve accessibility for unbanked populations, contributing to the broader financial inclusion and digital transformation in Southeast Asia.

Pachyderm, Inc. is a software company that specializes in developing a data engineering platform for managing complex, multi-stage data pipelines. Founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, California, Pachyderm's platform facilitates the automation of data processes while ensuring reproducibility and data lineage throughout the machine learning development lifecycle. It offers a unique architecture that supports version control for data, allowing users to build scalable and language-agnostic machine learning and ETL workflows. The company's solutions include a free open-source version, an enterprise version, and a hub version, providing flexibility for users to choose the best fit for their needs. By enabling automatic scaling and parallel processing, Pachyderm empowers data science teams to work with any language, framework, or tool, making it an effective choice for sophisticated data transformations.

KITRO develops IT food waste management solution for the food and beverage industry. The software solution identifies, tracks, and monitors food waste and elevates the food waste reduction possibilities. The company was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Renens, Switzerland.

Imverse SA is a Swiss company specializing in the development of software for Mixed Reality content creation. Founded in 2017 and based in Plan-les-Ouates, the company has created a platform that allows users to transform 360-degree images from 2D to 3D, enabling real-time virtual and augmented reality experiences with the aid of virtual reality glasses. Imverse offers B2B services that simplify the creation of immersive VR/MR experiences, including live hologram actors and real-time visual effects derived from single 360° photos. The company's proprietary voxel engine underpins its volumetric technology, which is designed for various applications, including live broadcasting, telepresence, and location-based entertainment. Imverse aims to enhance communication and content creation through innovative graphics technology, fostering deeper connections and engagement for enterprise users.

Optic operates as a programming assistant that automates routine programming for developers. The software reads existing code and even generated code that has been modified. Optic is headquartered in the United States.

Veriff OÜ is an online identity verification company based in Tallinn, Estonia, founded in 2015. The company offers a highly automated identity verification platform that helps businesses protect themselves and their customers from online identity fraud. By combining machine learning technology and expert manual checks, Veriff provides secure authentication services that facilitate the verification of various identity documents, such as drivers' licenses and passports. This approach enables commercial sectors to enhance fraud prevention and comply with regulatory requirements related to customer identity verification. Veriff’s platform aims to create trust between companies and their customers by ensuring reliable identity verification processes.

Redaptive, Inc. provides research and consultancy services for industrial power savings. The company also offers-commercial Efficiency-as-a-Service (EaaS) platform. Redaptive, Inc. was founded in 2015 and is based in San Francisco, California with additional locations in Dallas, Texas, and Boston, Massachusetts.

BUMP is a social peer-to-peer marketplace for authentic streetwear and sneakers. Shopping has always been a social activity for older generations used to go to the mall sharing recommendations, opinions, and just generally having fun with friends. Online shopping killed this and they're bringing it back for Gen Z. On BUMP users can build up their public profiles, follow & message anyone on the platform, and even create & share their own group chats. This social experience means kids can hang out, build their online identity which in turn drives transactions. Founded in 2016 and based in London, They're already backed by leading names in venture capital including Kleiner Perkins, e.ventures, and Y Combinator.

XLabs builds AI to amplify humans. We build meaningful futuristic moonshots powered by artificial intelligence, quantum computing and neurotech. Each of our breakthroughs cascade on top of a core meta-learning AI. An evolution on Silicon Valley’s past models, we use next-gen technologies to change 3 future slices of the world: culture, genetics and the internet.

Fat Llama is the platform that lets you rent out your belongings to others nearby. Everyday, they connect people who need things, with others in their neighborhood that have it to lend. They believe in getting people to work together to make the world a more efficient place for everyone. So they are making it quick and easy for people to share their belongings. Their dream is a platform where all goods - from the everyday to the abstract - can be borrowed within minutes.

TIZETI (wifi.com.ng) has been deploying high speed internet access to estates, offices, multi-tenant building using next generation wi-Fi technology. They deploy unlimited internet to residential and business customers which allow customers get the full benefit of the internet with no data or time caps. They also offer VOIP and Video on Demand services.

Developer of a SaaS customer engagement platform designed for the world's leading enterprise brands to improve and personalize their apps, websites, and customer communication channels. The Company's platform unifies the digital customer journey, product optimization, and marketing automation in a single, AI driven application. This empowers modern engineering and marketing teams to create robust customer experiences, using contextual data and AI orchestration to optimize customer engagement, conversion and revenue.

dopay is a cloud-based payroll and cash management service that aims to address the challenges faced by companies with unbanked employees. With approximately 2 billion people globally lacking bank accounts, many businesses struggle with handling large volumes of cash for salary payments. dopay provides a solution by enabling employers to electronically calculate and disburse salaries through its platform. Employees receive a DoPay card and app, which offer a comprehensive banking experience, facilitating cashless transactions. The company has partnered with Barclays to deliver payroll services to various multinationals, embassies, and local enterprises in Egypt, with plans to expand into other regions that are predominantly unbanked.

Hyphen Group operates as CompareAsiaGroup, a prominent personal finance management platform in Asia. Established in 2014 and headquartered in Hong Kong, the Group provides a comprehensive, free, and independent online service for comparing financial products, including banking, insurance, and telecommunications. With partnerships with leading financial institutions, it offers access to over 2,500 products, helping consumers make informed choices and save money. The Group has a significant presence across multiple countries in Asia, including Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, and Thailand, employing over 250 individuals dedicated to enhancing personal finance management for users.

GenLots is a SaaS provider from Lausanne, Switzerland that uses machine learning to optimize supply chain processes. Their core technology, the Artificial Supply Chain Brain, improves purchasing plans of any industrial company that buys raw materials in high volumes. The software imports real world data from an ERP and makes on-demand suggestions to improve the order behaviour by a) decreasing the number of order transactions b) reducing inventory levels and c) using pricing advantages (e.g. quantity discounts). Implementations with major industrial companies successfully reduced total purchasing cost by up to 10%.

Breaker Inc. is a company that develops a podcast listening and discovery application, available on the App Store. Incorporated in 2016 and based in San Francisco, California, with an additional location in New York, Breaker aims to enhance the podcasting experience for both listeners and creators. The application not only allows users to listen to podcasts but also offers features for podcasters to engage with their audience and receive valuable feedback. Additionally, Breaker Upstream serves as a marketplace for podcasters to sell premium content directly to their listeners. With the growing popularity of podcasts, Breaker seeks to build a substantial listener base and has plans to sign exclusive distribution deals for premium podcasts, potentially charging users a subscription fee. The company has demonstrated strong user retention, indicating a promising start in the competitive podcasting landscape.

Bulk MRO Industrial Supply Pvt. Ltd. is a Mumbai-based distributor of maintenance, repair, and operations products, established in 2016. The company offers an extensive range of over 1,400,000 products across 32 categories, sourced from 5,000 domestic and international brands. Its product lineup includes abrasives, adhesives, cleaning equipment, electrical equipment, fasteners, hand tools, hydraulics, lab supplies, lighting products, office supplies, power tools, and safety products. Bulk MRO serves a diverse array of sectors, including automobile, chemical, fast-moving consumer goods, hospitality, manufacturing, mining, oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, and power. With roots in businesses supplying the industrial market for over 30 years, Bulk MRO aims to meet the needs of multinational corporations, public sector undertakings, and various corporate clients in India.

REZI a rental company that uses our proprietary analytics, technology and financial products to improve the rental experience for landlords and tenants alike.

Airbnb is a global platform that facilitates the booking of unique accommodations and experiences, connecting hosts with guests through its website and mobile applications. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company allows users to discover a diverse range of listings, including private rooms, luxury villas, and unconventional spaces such as castles and sailboats. With over 8 million active listings in more than 65,000 cities across 191 countries, Airbnb serves a wide array of travelers seeking authentic experiences at various price points. The company's revenue primarily comes from transaction fees associated with online bookings, with a significant portion generated from North America. By streamlining the process of listing and reserving accommodations, Airbnb has established itself as a leading alternative accommodation provider in the travel industry.

ChargePoint, Inc. operates a comprehensive network of electric vehicle charging stations, primarily based in California, with additional offices in Arizona, Germany, India, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Founded in 2007 and originally named Coulomb Technologies, the company rebranded to ChargePoint in December 2012. It is recognized as a leader in the electric vehicle charging sector, providing public charging stations and consumer subscription plans. ChargePoint also offers utility grid management technology to assist electric utility companies in balancing demand on the grid. Through its extensive network, the company aims to increase accessibility to electric vehicle charging and support the growing adoption of electric mobility.

Edfa3ly.com is an automated personal shopping platform that allows customers to purchase items from any U.S. store or website. The service facilitates the acquisition of both physical merchandise and downloadable software, ensuring that ordered items are shipped directly to the customer's doorstep or made available for download. Edfa3ly.com provides comprehensive support, including payment processing with international merchants, customs clearance, and last-mile delivery, effectively removing barriers to shopping across borders.

Bluesmart develops Internet connected travel products that include physical products combined with software. It offers Bluesmart app, a solution that allows users to control suitcases from their phones, receive smart alerts, and track their travel data to get insights about travel habits. Bluesmart also provides digital lock solutions for luggage and its contents; battery charging and location tracking solutions; and distance alerts and trip data. Alejo Verlini, Brian Chen, Diego Saez-Gil, Martin Diz, and Tomi Pierucci founded it on Novermber 5, 2013, with its headquarters in Mountain View in California.