Amino Capital

Amino Capital is a venture capital firm located in Palo Alto, California, established in 2012. The firm focuses on seed to growth-stage investments in a variety of sectors, including consumer goods, technology, big data, and machine learning. It has built a diverse portfolio that includes over 150 high-growth startups, achieving 17 successful exits and nurturing six Unicorns. Notable exits include acquisitions by major companies such as Cisco, Amazon, and Facebook. In addition to traditional sectors, Amino Capital has been an early supporter of next-generation blockchain protocols, having invested in significant projects like DFINITY, OASIS, 0x, and OmiseGo, which became the first blockchain unicorn in 2017. The firm is recognized for its strategic investments in innovative technologies and its commitment to fostering the growth of emerging companies.

Maximilian Ibel Ph.D

Partner

Larry Li

Managing Partner

Jack Smith

Partner

Jun Wu

Founding Partner and Advisor

Huican Zhu Ph.D

Co-Founder & Managing Partner

117 past transactions

OddityRC

Angel Round in 2023
OddityRC is a manufacturer of traversing aircraft and provides different DIY parts which are related to FPV drones.

Femtosense

Series A in 2022
Femtosense is a technology company.

Brown Foods

Seed Round in 2022
Brown Foods is to produce “real cow’s milk” in a laboratory.

Dmail

Venture Round in 2022
Dmail Network is a Web 3.0-based collaborative platform which integrates the functions of message communication, asset management, data storage, workspace and etc. In the end, Dmail will be a fundamental infrastructure tool and DID for users to come into the Web 3.0 era and a bridge that links Web 2.0 users to easily use blockchain services.

Parthean

Seed Round in 2022
Parthean is a learning platform that creates personalized learning paths to help young professionals get ahead.

Daedalean

Series B in 2022
Daedalean AG, founded in 2016 and based in Zurich, Switzerland, specializes in developing autonomous flight control systems for electric personal aircraft. The company focuses on creating guidance, navigation, and control software that aims to replace and enhance the capabilities of human pilots. By working on solutions for both current civil aircraft and the future of advanced aerial mobility, Daedalean is positioning itself at the forefront of aviation technology innovation.

POSH

Funding Round in 2021
Our white label ticketing platform makes hosting events easy through marketing and customer management features that help nightlife curators expand their audience effectively. We provide hosts with automated SMS, Email, and Instagram marketing tools that eliminate the amount of time they spend reaching clients, so they can focus more on their brand and the production of their events.

GigLabs

Seed Round in 2021
Founded in 2017, GigLabs is on a mission to empower brands, creators and collectors to create defining and memorable NFT experiences. The company partners with brands, agencies and creators to provide easy-to-use products for generating, minting, and selling NFTs that can be presented within fully customizable brand experiences, both on the web and in VR. Built by the GigLabs’ team of experienced blockchain developers and NFT enthusiasts, the API-driven NFT Bridge platform delivers flexible and scalable NFT tools that allow any brand to build any NFT experience imaginable. RareRooms (www.rarerooms.io) is GigLabs’ customizable 3D immersive metaverse for showcasing NFTs - digital collectibles, art and more - that’s integrated across multiple blockchains.

Writesonic

Seed Round in 2021
Writesonic unleashes the power of AI to help you write better marketing copy, effortlessly. It’s like having a copywriter in your pocket, ready to help with any kind of content you need - from Facebook and Google ads to landing pages, product descriptions, blog posts, summaries, and more. Writesonic doesn't just help you with content creation, it can also generate ideas for your next startup or growth hacks to take your business to the next level or even titles for your YouTube videos.

AnChain.ai

Series A in 2021
AnChain.ai Inc. specializes in blockchain data analytics and cryptocurrency transaction monitoring, providing solutions for public and private blockchain networks. Its offerings include Blockchain Ecosystem Intelligence, which connects wallet addresses and transactions to real-world entities, ensuring compliance with KYC and AML regulations while quantifying risk. The Transaction Analytics Platform delivers insights for day-to-day operations, featuring automated alerts, anomaly detection, and user profiling. Additionally, the company offers a Smart Contract Auditing Sandbox to assess the security of Solidity-based contracts and a Crypto Ransom Response service to track adversaries and mitigate financial losses from theft. AnChain.ai caters to a diverse clientele, including blockchain exchanges, custodians, financial institutions, and enterprises involved in cybersecurity and innovation. Founded in 2018, the company is headquartered in Milpitas, California, and is recognized by leading blockchain firms and industry committees for its contributions to security and trust in the cryptocurrency ecosystem.

HonestRobin

Seed Round in 2021
HonestRobin provides financial education and access to no-interest cash advance and FDIC insured & high-interest saving accounts. Through our gamified tools and weekly rewards(upto $10 Million), We encourage users to save and invest.

SwingVision

Seed Round in 2021
SwingVision provides real-time video analysis and coaching to athletes using proprietary machine vision on just a single smartphone.

Sentieon

Series B in 2021
Sentieon develops and commercializes cloud-based bio-informatics solutions for the life sciences and clinical market. They develop and supply a suite of bioinformatics secondary analysis tools that process genomics data with high computing efficiency, fast turnaround time, accuracy, and consistency. Some of the released products include Sentieon DNAseq, a germline DNA pipeline; and Sentieon TNseq, for tumor-normal somatic variant detection. The company’s tools are scalable, deployable, upgradable, and software-only solutions. The Sentieon tools achieve their efficiency and consistency through optimized computing algorithm design and enterprise-strength software implementation. The company was founded by Jun Ye in 2014 and is headquartered in Mountain View, California.

Breinify

Seed Round in 2021
Breinify Inc. is a provider of an artificial intelligence platform designed to enable predictive personalization of consumer behavior. Established in 2015 and headquartered in Cupertino, California, the company specializes in analyzing various signals to identify patterns that predict individual interests and preferences. Breinify serves a range of industries, including retail, consumer goods, travel, financial services, and banking. By utilizing a combination of traditional machine learning and complex temporal algorithms, the platform allows businesses to make informed decisions tailored to each customer’s dynamic interests. Breinify collaborates with notable consumer brands and retailers, helping them to effectively respond to the evolving needs of their clientele.

Quadrant Eye

Seed Round in 2021
QE is building remote eye exams. Our mission to is take all of eye care remote.

Lifo

Seed Round in 2021
We enable influencers

Keo Technology Group

Seed Round in 2021
Ever since the beginning of our development, we set out to build a platform that anyone could pickup and use. We kept our user experience as minimal as possible while maintaining the features people love about traditional learning management systems. Our unique approach to development has resulted in a product anyone could adapt and use. We are excited to bring a product so easy, yet so feature rich at a price point anyone could utilize. Our mission will always be to create a useful platform that truly engages students and teachers in the process of education.

BlaBla

Seed Round in 2021
BlaBla EdTech Pte. Ltd. is a Singapore-based company that specializes in designing and developing an innovative English teaching platform. Launched in 2019, the company offers a mobile application that enables native English speakers to create engaging and entertaining short video lessons, reminiscent of TikTok-style content, for learners in Asia. Its platform incorporates advanced technology features such as speech recognition, scene recognition, and a recommendation system tailored to user interests, enhancing the learning experience. By combining storytelling with interactive elements, BlaBla aims to make English language learning more accessible and enjoyable.

d-Matrix

Convertible Note in 2021
d-Matrix is a computing platform designed to target artificial intelligence inferencing workloads in the data center. Its mission is to build and deploy the world’s first brain-inspired AI compute engine for a broad class of inferencing workloads in the multi-billion dollar cloud and infrastructure edge markets.

Turing

Series B in 2020
Stealth Quantum Software Company

Justpoint

Seed Round in 2020
Justpoint, also known as Intrellit Inc., is a New York-based company that specializes in developing an artificial intelligence platform tailored for analyzing medical malpractice claims. Founded in 2018, Justpoint's software enhances the process of evaluating the legal merits of claims and estimating potential settlement amounts, thereby streamlining the connection between individuals and qualified legal representation. The company aims to transform the medical malpractice industry through innovative technology, leveraging a team with substantial expertise in healthcare technology, medical malpractice litigation, and artificial intelligence.

Wyze

Series A in 2020
Wyze Labs, Inc. is a company that designs and develops smart home technology, with a focus on making it accessible and affordable for everyone. Founded in 2017 and based in Kirkland, Washington, Wyze offers a range of products, including the WyzeCam, which features live streaming, motion and sound detection, night vision, and two-way audio capabilities. These products are compatible with popular voice assistants like Alexa and Google Assistant, enhancing user convenience. Wyze Labs collaborates with innovative manufacturers to deliver high-quality, user-friendly products at competitive prices, selling its offerings primarily through online channels.

AnChain.ai

Seed Round in 2020
AnChain.ai Inc. specializes in blockchain data analytics and cryptocurrency transaction monitoring, providing solutions for public and private blockchain networks. Its offerings include Blockchain Ecosystem Intelligence, which connects wallet addresses and transactions to real-world entities, ensuring compliance with KYC and AML regulations while quantifying risk. The Transaction Analytics Platform delivers insights for day-to-day operations, featuring automated alerts, anomaly detection, and user profiling. Additionally, the company offers a Smart Contract Auditing Sandbox to assess the security of Solidity-based contracts and a Crypto Ransom Response service to track adversaries and mitigate financial losses from theft. AnChain.ai caters to a diverse clientele, including blockchain exchanges, custodians, financial institutions, and enterprises involved in cybersecurity and innovation. Founded in 2018, the company is headquartered in Milpitas, California, and is recognized by leading blockchain firms and industry committees for its contributions to security and trust in the cryptocurrency ecosystem.

Daedalean

Venture Round in 2019
Daedalean AG, founded in 2016 and based in Zurich, Switzerland, specializes in developing autonomous flight control systems for electric personal aircraft. The company focuses on creating guidance, navigation, and control software that aims to replace and enhance the capabilities of human pilots. By working on solutions for both current civil aircraft and the future of advanced aerial mobility, Daedalean is positioning itself at the forefront of aviation technology innovation.

Apostle

Series A in 2019
Apostle, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Menlo Park, California, founded in 2017. The company specializes in developing AI-enabled nanoDiagnostics technology aimed at early cancer detection. Apostle focuses on research, development, licensing, and sales of innovative bioinformatics-enabled nanotechnologies, alongside the associated intellectual properties and products. Its primary offering includes cfDNA technologies utilized in liquid biopsies, allowing for the early assessment of cancerous signals in human peripheral blood plasma. Through these advancements, Apostle aims to improve diagnosis and treatment options for various human diseases, particularly cancer.

Playlist.com

Venture Round in 2019
Playlist.com is an online music community that allows users to discover, create, organize, enjoy, and share music playlists. Originally established as Project Playlist, Inc. in 2003 and later rebranded, the platform operates under Playlist Media, Inc., which was incorporated in 2013. Based in San Francisco, Playlist.com offers a fully licensed, ad-supported music streaming service that fosters social interaction through features like synchronized listening, group chat, and collaborative playlists. Users can listen to music together in real-time, chat while they enjoy their favorite songs, and follow each other's playlists. The platform has gained significant user engagement, reportedly outperforming competitors in terms of interaction. Playlist.com also supports artists by providing a venue for virtual concerts and direct engagement with fans. The founders, experienced engineers and entrepreneurs, have a strong background in digital music technology and have successfully raised substantial venture capital funding. Their innovative approach includes advanced features powered by machine learning and unique algorithms, further enhancing the user experience.

Menusifu

Series A in 2018
Founded in 2013, Menusifu is a data-driven company that strives to utilize the most advanced technology to remedy the current chaotic restaurants’ management situation. It builds an ecosystem that provides a comprehensive operation management system, ranging from the supply chain, sufficient organization, to customers’ management. Currently Menusifu is expanding its business footprint in North America. Its mission is building smart restaurants.

Mobike

Series E in 2018
Meituan Bike (formerly Mobike) is a Chinese fully station-less bicycle-sharing system. It develops mobile apps for users to find and use bicycles to travel anywhere. Davis Wang Xiao Feng, Hu Wei Wei, and Xia Yi Ping founded Mobike on January 27, 2015, with its headquarters in Beijing, China. Mobike raised $600 million in Series E funding led by Tencent, bringing the firm's fundraising in 2017 alone to nearly US$1 billion in June 2017. It became worth US$3 billion in the same month. Chinese web company Meituan-Dianping acquired Mobike for US$2.7 billion in April 2018. Parent company Meituan-Dianping announced name change from Mobike to Meituan Bike on January 23, 2019 as part of an ongoing integration.

BrainKey

Pre Seed Round in 2018
AI is transforming healthcare but it’s potential to revolutionize brain health care is what will be transformative. BrainKey is an AI + neuroscience company started by two Stanford PhDs that is developing a platform to help older adults manage their brain health so that they can identify problems early, track how their brain is changing over time and get access to the right and best care for their needs quickly and easily. On the surface, BrainKey is a simple “patient-facing” web-interface designed specifically for patients to understand their brain health. Internally, the platform is powered by “Rollerblade” an advanced cloud infrastructure and AI, designed in-house to process and deploy brain MRI and biomedical data at scale so that both patients and their physicians have the information they need. Brain health problems such as Alzheimer’s disease are devastating for the patient and their families. 1 in 3 people will suffer a brain health issue at some point during their lifetime and the chances only increase with age. BrainKey envisions a future where brain health is tracked across a patient’s lifetime so that problems are identified early and treated before symptoms are ever able to take hold and wreak havoc.

AnChain.ai

Seed Round in 2018
AnChain.ai Inc. specializes in blockchain data analytics and cryptocurrency transaction monitoring, providing solutions for public and private blockchain networks. Its offerings include Blockchain Ecosystem Intelligence, which connects wallet addresses and transactions to real-world entities, ensuring compliance with KYC and AML regulations while quantifying risk. The Transaction Analytics Platform delivers insights for day-to-day operations, featuring automated alerts, anomaly detection, and user profiling. Additionally, the company offers a Smart Contract Auditing Sandbox to assess the security of Solidity-based contracts and a Crypto Ransom Response service to track adversaries and mitigate financial losses from theft. AnChain.ai caters to a diverse clientele, including blockchain exchanges, custodians, financial institutions, and enterprises involved in cybersecurity and innovation. Founded in 2018, the company is headquartered in Milpitas, California, and is recognized by leading blockchain firms and industry committees for its contributions to security and trust in the cryptocurrency ecosystem.

TRON

Angel Round in 2018
TRON develops artificial intelligence technology to solve the most important third-level and fourth-level autopilot functions or equivalent features in the vehicle driving market. It focuses on automobile Engine control unit (ECU). The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Shanghai, China with additional office in California.

Replit

Seed Round in 2018
Repl.it lets you start coding in your favorite programming language in 2 seconds; it lets you build and deploy apps right from your browser. The founders wanted to build something to solve their own problem -- back in school they were tired of setting up their development environment on every machine they wanted to code on, and they dreamed of a world where you could just open a tab in the browser and start working. They built Repl.it to give developers access to simple, powerful tools and a community of hackers, aspiring programmers and teachers. They make it possible to learn, practice and build, all in the same place.

Voyage

Series A in 2018
Voyage Auto, Inc. specializes in providing autonomous taxi services primarily for retirement communities. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, the company aims to enhance mobility for residents who may face transportation challenges. By utilizing retrofitted mass-production vehicles, Voyage has developed a fleet of self-driving taxis designed to offer safe, efficient, and affordable rides. The company is dedicated to ensuring that all passengers reach their destinations comfortably and on time, with a focus on expanding its services beyond retirement communities to provide accessible transportation for a broader audience.

Taxa

Seed Round in 2018
Taxa Foundation PTE. LTD. is a Singapore-based company founded in 2018 that operates a decentralized computing network. Its infrastructure is designed to support blockchain applications, providing essential functionalities such as computing power, privacy protection, and flexibility for smart contracts. By leveraging advanced hardware-based technology, Taxa enhances the performance, privacy, and usability of various applications and frameworks, creating a robust environment for developers to build and deploy their solutions. The company's blockchain-agnostic approach allows it to cater to a diverse range of blockchain ecosystems, making it a versatile player in the decentralized computing space.

Frenzy

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Frenzy Labs, Inc. is a technology company specializing in visual search applications that enable automatic monetization of images on websites. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Marina Del Rey, California, Frenzy employs deep learning algorithms and computer vision to analyze website images, identifying brands and products even in the absence of logos. Its self-labeling image technology significantly enhances the efficiency of image dataset scaling, reducing the need for extensive manual labeling. The company's offerings include Fetch, a content monetization plugin for fashion bloggers, and Frenzy Enterprise Solutions, which provides automated catalog management and precise image search capabilities for e-commerce platforms. These solutions streamline content monetization for publishers and improve the overall efficiency of image management in various sectors.

WeTravel

Seed Round in 2018
Wetravel, Inc. operates an online platform/marketplace for managing and promoting group trips, dance tours, and yoga retreats. Its platform allows users to create trip page; promote trips and privately invite participants via social media and email; and collect deposits, set custom prices, and issue refunds. The company’s booking and payment platform includes various features for bank and credit card payments, automatic image search and import, collection of traveler information, reviews and automated post-trip surveys, deposit collection and refunds, downloading excel file of traveler information, and more. Wetravel, Inc. was founded in 2014 and is based in San Francisco, California.

Replit

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Repl.it lets you start coding in your favorite programming language in 2 seconds; it lets you build and deploy apps right from your browser. The founders wanted to build something to solve their own problem -- back in school they were tired of setting up their development environment on every machine they wanted to code on, and they dreamed of a world where you could just open a tab in the browser and start working. They built Repl.it to give developers access to simple, powerful tools and a community of hackers, aspiring programmers and teachers. They make it possible to learn, practice and build, all in the same place.

OneChronos

Seed Round in 2017
OneChronos is an independent, venture backed company using cutting edge technological paradigms to enable the next generation of electronic trading.

CANDY HOUSE

Seed Round in 2017
CANDY HOUSE, Inc. is a technology company that designs and manufactures the Sesame smart lock system, enabling users to lock and unlock doors via smartphone applications. Founded in 2014, the company originated at Stanford University and is now headquartered in Palo Alto, California, with additional locations in Tokyo and Taipei. Sesame requires no construction for installation, allowing for quick and easy use. Its versatility extends beyond residential applications to include bike locks, built-in door locks, and suitcases, catering to a wide range of everyday needs. CANDY HOUSE has seen its user base grow to millions and continues to expand its offerings through a Software as a Service (SaaS) model, which includes dashboard and hardware solutions for businesses such as retail and hotel management. Additionally, the company provides Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) with mobile app SDKs and cloud APIs, enabling developers to create their own applications. CANDY HOUSE envisions the integration of artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things (AIoT) as a driving force for future innovations.

Menusifu

Series A in 2017
Founded in 2013, Menusifu is a data-driven company that strives to utilize the most advanced technology to remedy the current chaotic restaurants’ management situation. It builds an ecosystem that provides a comprehensive operation management system, ranging from the supply chain, sufficient organization, to customers’ management. Currently Menusifu is expanding its business footprint in North America. Its mission is building smart restaurants.

Kyber Network

Initial Coin Offering in 2017
Kyber Network PTE. Ltd. operates an online platform that facilitates the exchange and conversion of digital assets through an on-chain liquidity protocol. Founded in 2017 and based in Singapore, Kyber aggregates liquidity from various reserves to provide instant and secure token exchanges for decentralized applications. The platform offers vendors the ability to accept payments in multiple tokens while receiving their preferred token, enhancing e-commerce transactions. Additionally, Kyber provides rich payment APIs and a contract wallet that allows users to receive payments seamlessly. The protocol supports a variety of inter-token use cases, enabling decentralized applications to allow non-token holders to access their services, and allowing decentralized financial projects to rebalance portfolios quickly. Overall, Kyber Network serves as a multi-chain trading and liquidity hub, connecting diverse liquidity sources to optimize trading rates.

GetAccept

Seed Round in 2017
GetAccept Inc. specializes in developing sales proposal workflow software solutions aimed at enhancing the efficiency of sales processes. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, with an additional location in Malmö, Sweden, the company offers a comprehensive platform that combines video, live chat, proposal design, document tracking and management, sales tracking, automation, and e-signature functionalities. Its tools are designed to assist sales representatives in building relationships with buyers in a digital environment, facilitating the transition from initial conversations to finalized contracts. Additionally, GetAccept provides integrations, including an API for customized solutions, and serves a diverse range of industries such as transportation, travel, real estate, finance, and retail.

NuCypher

Seed Round in 2017
NuCypher is a San Francisco-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in developing a data-centric zero-trust encryption platform focused on protecting sensitive information. The company offers a product designed for sharing sensitive data while ensuring compliance with governance and residency requirements. Its encryption layer allows organizations to implement military-strength encryption to safeguard large and distributed data sets, whether stored in the cloud or on-premises. By utilizing existing access policies, NuCypher enhances the security of big data applications against internal and external threats. Additionally, the company is committed to creating privacy-preserving infrastructure and protocols, further advancing its mission in the field of cryptography.

Beyond One, Inc.

Convertible Note in 2017
Beyond One, an AR tech startup, is bringing people together by developing cutting edge Augmented Reality software for mobile devices and researching AR consumer content. Beyond One offers mobile AR content development and consulting services. We create mobile apps that advertise a brand’s product via interactive 3D product placement in Augmented Reality. Our advertisement strategy enables brands to reach highly targeted audiences through content relevancy and interactive gameplay, thus yielding higher customer conversions. We work with brands to create a marketing strategy, develop the AR app in house, and deploy it through the brand’s marketing networks. Beyond One created the Local Position Sync (LPS) system, which enables several people to see and interact with virtual objects in AR at the same time. Through LPS, Beyond One has conducted research on AR consumer content development to identify compelling use-cases for mobile AR.

Breinify

Seed Round in 2017
Breinify Inc. is a provider of an artificial intelligence platform designed to enable predictive personalization of consumer behavior. Established in 2015 and headquartered in Cupertino, California, the company specializes in analyzing various signals to identify patterns that predict individual interests and preferences. Breinify serves a range of industries, including retail, consumer goods, travel, financial services, and banking. By utilizing a combination of traditional machine learning and complex temporal algorithms, the platform allows businesses to make informed decisions tailored to each customer’s dynamic interests. Breinify collaborates with notable consumer brands and retailers, helping them to effectively respond to the evolving needs of their clientele.

Grokstyle

Seed Round in 2017
GrokStyle Inc., founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, California, specializes in visual search recognition software. The company developed an innovative app that allows users to automatically identify furniture and home decor from images taken from various angles. This technology enhances the consumer experience by providing visual search capabilities, inspiration, and tailored recommendations. As of February 2019, GrokStyle was acquired by Facebook, further expanding its potential for integration within broader technology platforms.

Grail

Series B in 2017
Grail, Inc. is a healthcare company dedicated to developing innovative technologies for early cancer detection. Founded in 2015 and based in Menlo Park, California, the company has created Galleri, a blood test designed for asymptomatic individuals over 50 years old, which identifies various types of cancer at early stages. In addition to Galleri, Grail is developing a diagnostic aid called DAC to accelerate the diagnostic process for patients with a clinical suspicion of cancer. The company is also working on tests for minimal residual disease and other post-diagnostic applications. Through high-intensity sequencing and population-scale clinical trials, Grail aims to advance the field of cancer screening and improve patient outcomes.

Menusifu

Series A in 2017
Founded in 2013, Menusifu is a data-driven company that strives to utilize the most advanced technology to remedy the current chaotic restaurants’ management situation. It builds an ecosystem that provides a comprehensive operation management system, ranging from the supply chain, sufficient organization, to customers’ management. Currently Menusifu is expanding its business footprint in North America. Its mission is building smart restaurants.

Percept.AI

Seed Round in 2017
Percept.AI develops on-demand platform for artificial intelligence (AI) automated business functions. The company’s 24/7 AI support platform reduces common support tickets; handles recurring requests, configures valuable insights, accurately identifies user intentions, predicts case priorities, integrates between AI and support team, converts help center entries and live chat histories to knowledge level understanding, integrates with popular customer-communication platforms and CRM software, and enables natural language understanding. The company was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California.

InnoGrit Corporation

Seed Round in 2016
InnoGrit Corporation is a technology company specializing in data storage and data transport solutions tailored for artificial intelligence and big data applications. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Shanghai, with additional offices in Chengdu, Taiwan, and San Jose, the company develops integrated circuit and system solutions, including its PCIe Gen 3 and Gen 4 SSD processors, such as Rainier, Shasta, Tacoma, and Shasta+. These products cater to both enterprise and client applications, addressing the challenges of traditional data processing architectures. InnoGrit is committed to providing comprehensive support to its clients, aiming to enhance performance and enable innovative products and services for consumers, data centers, and enterprises.

Wallarm

Venture Round in 2016
Built by security practitioners for practitioners, Wallarm products provide robust protection for APIs, apps, and serverless workloads running in cloud-native environments. Hundreds of Security and DevOps teams chose Wallarm to get unique visibility into malicious traffic, robust protection across the whole application portfolio, and automated incident response for appsec programs. The company is committed to supporting modern tech stacks, offering dozens of deployment options in cloud and Kubernetes-based environments, and also provides a full cloud solution. Founded in 2014, Wallarm is headquartered in San Francisco, California, and is backed by Toba Capital, Y Сombinator, Partech, Runa Capital, and other investors.

Visbit

Seed Round in 2016
Visbit Inc., based in Sunnyvale, California, is a visual technology company that specializes in cloud streaming services for virtual reality (VR) content creators and publishers. Founded in 2015, Visbit offers a platform that includes the Visbit Portal for managing and publishing 360-degree videos, the Visbit Cloud for transcoding and delivering videos via content distribution networks, and the Visbit Player, a software development kit for video playback. Utilizing its patented View-Optimized Streaming technology, Visbit enables the delivery of high-resolution 360-degree VR videos without noticeable latency, even over standard Wi-Fi and LTE networks. This innovation enhances the viewing experience by minimizing data usage and avoiding heavy compression, thereby bridging the gap between the demands of VR content and typical network capabilities.

AiFi

Seed Round in 2016
AiFi Inc. is a technology company based in Santa Clara, California, specializing in artificial intelligence-driven cashier-free solutions for retailers. Founded in 2016, AiFi develops software that utilizes sensor and camera networks to monitor shoppers as they navigate stores, allowing for seamless product selection and automated checkout processes. This technology not only enhances the shopping experience but also provides retailers with valuable insights into inventory management and consumer behavior. AiFi's innovative approach includes the creation of NanoStores, which are compact, modular automated retail environments that operate unstaffed around the clock. These NanoStores are designed to offer convenient shopping options in proximity to residential and commercial areas, making retail more accessible. AiFi's solutions have been successfully implemented by major retailers, demonstrating their effectiveness in modernizing the shopping experience.

Guesty

Series A in 2016
The Guesty platform provides property managers and management companies with an end-to-end solution to simplify the complex operational needs of short-term rentals. With Guesty, users across the globe can seamlessly manage listings from multiple online travel agencies including Airbnb, Booking.com, Agoda and more, by utilizing the company’s advanced tools which include: Channel Manager, Unified Inbox, Multi-Calendar, Mobile Management App, Automation Tools, 24/7 Guest Communication Services, Payment Processing, Owners Portal and more.

Pay By Group

Seed Round in 2016
Pay By Group's white-label checkout solution is the fastest way for any merchant to integrate group-payment and installment capabilities into their online checkout. Our clients span travel, e-commerce, and healthcare and love the fact we increase conversions by 27% or more for this highly lucrative business segment.

Cassia Networks

Series B in 2016
Cassia Networks, Inc. specializes in developing and manufacturing Bluetooth router products aimed at home automation, entertainment, and health and safety markets. Founded in 2014 by Felix Zhao, the company is headquartered in San Jose, California, with additional operations in Beijing, China. Its product lineup includes the Cassia Hub, the first Bluetooth router that enables long-distance control of up to 22 Bluetooth devices, along with Bluetooth speakers, smart plugs, multi-color LED products, connected home kits, and personal safety sensors. Cassia Networks also offers software development kits for developers and vendors, along with support services. The company distributes its products through online retailers, enhancing accessibility for consumers.

Mobike

Series C in 2016
Meituan Bike (formerly Mobike) is a Chinese fully station-less bicycle-sharing system. It develops mobile apps for users to find and use bicycles to travel anywhere. Davis Wang Xiao Feng, Hu Wei Wei, and Xia Yi Ping founded Mobike on January 27, 2015, with its headquarters in Beijing, China. Mobike raised $600 million in Series E funding led by Tencent, bringing the firm's fundraising in 2017 alone to nearly US$1 billion in June 2017. It became worth US$3 billion in the same month. Chinese web company Meituan-Dianping acquired Mobike for US$2.7 billion in April 2018. Parent company Meituan-Dianping announced name change from Mobike to Meituan Bike on January 23, 2019 as part of an ongoing integration.

GenomCan

Venture Round in 2016
GenomCan is a biotechnology company that is engaged in high-tech biotechnology and genetic big data research. The company has a number of intellectual property rights related to tumor-targeted drug detection, genetic disease genetic analysis, genetic algorithms, and rare disease auxiliary diagnosis. GenomCan will continue to devote itself to genetic analysis algorithm research and big data mining processing technology to improve China's medical technology level.

Robby Technologies

Seed Round in 2016
Robby Technologies is building self-driving robots for last-mile delivery of food, groceries and packages. It was founded by two MIT PhDs in computer vision and robotics, selected into Y Combinator program in summer 2016, and featured by TechCrunch as one of the top startups. With the mission to make delivery affordable and convenient for everyone, Robby Technologies has partnered with customers globally including Fortune 500 companies.

Mentat

Seed Round in 2016
Mentat looks to provide a path to better jobs that's faster, easier and more effective than any other jobsearch tool.

Seerslab

Seed Round in 2016
Seerslab Inc. is a mobile media service and technology company based in Palo Alto, California, founded in 2015. The company is known for its application, lollicam, which allows users to create and share mobile videos with real-time editing features. Lollicam offers a variety of tools including moving stickers, cinematic effects, and animated GIFs. In addition to its video editing capabilities, Seerslab also develops ARGear, a SaaS-based augmented reality platform. ARGear provides app developers with tools to integrate augmented reality features into their applications, including face tracking, camera filters, and a library of over 3,000 AR content options such as stickers and avatars. This combination of video editing and augmented reality solutions positions Seerslab as an innovative player in the mobile media industry, catering to both casual users and developers seeking to enhance their applications with engaging visual content.

Ozlo

Venture Round in 2016
Ozlo is an integrated knowledge platform powering the intelligent future. Ozlo helps assistants and other intelligent systems understand and represent the contours of the real world. Intelligent systems powered by Ozlo are able to have more meaningful interactions with users. The foundation of our platform is a knowledge index that is the first to offer probabilistic assertions alongside accepted fact - a fundamentally better model of the world. We are a team of 30 creative technologists with world-class expertise in computational linguistics, machine learning, data science, search and relevance, and infrastructure.

Weee!

Series A in 2016
Weee!, Inc. is an online grocery retailer based in Fremont, California, specializing in products for Chinese families and the broader Asian community. Founded in 2015, the company offers a wide range of items including fruits, vegetables, seafood, snacks, beauty products, and daily necessities. Weee! serves customers across several major metropolitan areas, including the San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento, Seattle, Portland, Los Angeles, San Diego, New York City, and New Jersey. The platform combines eCommerce and grocery delivery, focusing on Asian specialty products and staples, making it a significant player in the online grocery market.

Levyx

Series A in 2016
Levyx was founded by Reza Sadri and Tony Givargis in Irvine, CA with the vision of bringing the benefits of high-speed data processing to the masses. This is accomplished by fundamentally disrupting the economics of how Big Data gets processed. No longer reserved only for large web-scale companies who have grown their datacenters to a massive proportion, processing of large data sets has become much more affordable to enterprises of all sizes, thanks to Levyx.

GetAccept

Series A in 2016
GetAccept Inc. specializes in developing sales proposal workflow software solutions aimed at enhancing the efficiency of sales processes. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, with an additional location in Malmö, Sweden, the company offers a comprehensive platform that combines video, live chat, proposal design, document tracking and management, sales tracking, automation, and e-signature functionalities. Its tools are designed to assist sales representatives in building relationships with buyers in a digital environment, facilitating the transition from initial conversations to finalized contracts. Additionally, GetAccept provides integrations, including an API for customized solutions, and serves a diverse range of industries such as transportation, travel, real estate, finance, and retail.

Human Longevity

Series B in 2016
Human Longevity (HLI) is the genomic-based, health intelligence company empowering proactive healthcare and enabling a life better lived. HLI combines the largest database of genomic and phenotypic data with machine learning to drive discoveries and revolutionize the practice of medicine. Its business areas include the HLI Health Nucleus, a genomic powered clinical research center that uses whole-genome sequence analysis, advanced clinical imaging, and innovative machine learning, along with curated personal health information to deliver the most complete picture of individual health; HLIQ Whole Genome and HLIQ Oncology. It was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in San Diego, California.

Prenav

Seed Round in 2016
Prenav, Inc. specializes in developing automated systems for infrastructure inspection, leveraging advanced drone technology and AI. Founded in 2013 and based in San Carlos, California, the company’s innovative platform combines commercial drones, ground guidance robots, and sophisticated software to conduct precise inspections of complex structures such as cell towers, wind turbines, and bridges. Their technology enables drones to navigate with centimeter-level accuracy, allowing for the inspection of critical components like bolts and cabling, while also capturing detailed imagery to create accurate 3D models of industrial assets. This approach significantly enhances safety and efficiency by replacing traditional inspection methods, which often involve climbing or scaffolding, with automated, cost-effective solutions. With a strong team of experts in robotics and computer vision, Prenav is focused on addressing fundamental challenges in the field and expanding its capabilities for various industrial applications.

Evertoon

Seed Round in 2016
Evertoon, Inc. develops a mobile product that enables users to create a 3D cartoon movie. Its solution allows users to customize avatars using a photograph to look like themselves, friends, or a celebrity. The company was incorporated in 2013 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California. As of November 3, 2017, Evertoon, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Niantic, Inc..

WeTravel

Pre Seed Round in 2016
Wetravel, Inc. operates an online platform/marketplace for managing and promoting group trips, dance tours, and yoga retreats. Its platform allows users to create trip page; promote trips and privately invite participants via social media and email; and collect deposits, set custom prices, and issue refunds. The company’s booking and payment platform includes various features for bank and credit card payments, automatic image search and import, collection of traveler information, reviews and automated post-trip surveys, deposit collection and refunds, downloading excel file of traveler information, and more. Wetravel, Inc. was founded in 2014 and is based in San Francisco, California.

Skuchain

Seed Round in 2016
Skuchain, Inc. is a company that develops blockchain-based solutions aimed at enhancing B2B trade and supply chain finance. Established in 2014 and located in Mountain View, California, Skuchain offers a range of products, including BRACKETS, a smart lock system that facilitates financial transactions contingent upon the fulfillment of agreements. Its blockchain platform creates a Commerce Cloud that integrates procurement, contract management, financing, corporate payments, and inventory tracking, enabling businesses to achieve a Liquid Supply Chain. This system allows for real-time data flow and risk-mitigated early payments from innovative capital sources, ensuring increased transparency, security, and efficiency in supply chain operations. Skuchain primarily serves banks and manufacturers, providing them with the tools to optimize their global trade processes.

Whova

Seed Round in 2016
Whova Inc. develops an application for event engagement and networking. It offers services for education events, corporate events, professional conferences, exhibitions, associations, festivals, and art shows. The company was incorporated in 2012 and is based in San Diego, California.

Localize

Seed Round in 2015
Localize Corporation provides a localization solution for translating Websites by connecting companies and consumers around the world. It offers Localize, a java script code solution that automatically detects the content on Website, loads it into dashboard, and offers workflow for getting content translated and deployed. The company was incorporated in 2014 and is based in San Francisco, California.

Instawork

Series A in 2015
Instawork is the fastest growing career marketplace for hospitality professionals. We've changed how traditional recruiting works for small businesses (e.g a sign on the window) by turning the process into an automated matching solution. Our vision is to create economic opportunity for local businesses and professionals, globally. We're rapidly expanding across the US. We're looking for great talent to help us grow and would love to hear from you! Go to www.instawork.com or send us a note at careers@instawork.com

Simppler

Seed Round in 2015
Simppler, Inc. offers an employee referral platform designed to assist hiring managers and recruiters in sourcing quality candidates through employee networks. Founded in 2013 and based in San Mateo, California, Simppler enhances the referral process with matchmaking technology that simplifies the identification and engagement of potential hires. The platform includes features such as automatic notifications, a referral leaderboard for tracking performance, and weekly newsletters to keep users informed. By utilizing a recommendation engine, Simppler supports various industries, including technology, healthcare, and finance, enabling companies to make faster, more cost-effective hires while improving overall business performance and reducing employee attrition. As of October 2018, Simppler operates as a subsidiary of Teamable Inc.

Nitrio

Seed Round in 2015
Nitrio, Inc. is a technology company based in Palo Alto, California, founded in 2014. It specializes in developing a knowledge discovery engine designed to help users easily explore and gain insights from their data. By focusing on making advanced data science accessible to business users, Nitrio aims to simplify the process of data analysis and enhance decision-making.

Sentieon

Seed Round in 2015
Sentieon develops and commercializes cloud-based bio-informatics solutions for the life sciences and clinical market. They develop and supply a suite of bioinformatics secondary analysis tools that process genomics data with high computing efficiency, fast turnaround time, accuracy, and consistency. Some of the released products include Sentieon DNAseq, a germline DNA pipeline; and Sentieon TNseq, for tumor-normal somatic variant detection. The company’s tools are scalable, deployable, upgradable, and software-only solutions. The Sentieon tools achieve their efficiency and consistency through optimized computing algorithm design and enterprise-strength software implementation. The company was founded by Jun Ye in 2014 and is headquartered in Mountain View, California.

Weee!

Seed Round in 2015
Weee!, Inc. is an online grocery retailer based in Fremont, California, specializing in products for Chinese families and the broader Asian community. Founded in 2015, the company offers a wide range of items including fruits, vegetables, seafood, snacks, beauty products, and daily necessities. Weee! serves customers across several major metropolitan areas, including the San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento, Seattle, Portland, Los Angeles, San Diego, New York City, and New Jersey. The platform combines eCommerce and grocery delivery, focusing on Asian specialty products and staples, making it a significant player in the online grocery market.

Weee!

Seed Round in 2015
Weee!, Inc. is an online grocery retailer based in Fremont, California, specializing in products for Chinese families and the broader Asian community. Founded in 2015, the company offers a wide range of items including fruits, vegetables, seafood, snacks, beauty products, and daily necessities. Weee! serves customers across several major metropolitan areas, including the San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento, Seattle, Portland, Los Angeles, San Diego, New York City, and New Jersey. The platform combines eCommerce and grocery delivery, focusing on Asian specialty products and staples, making it a significant player in the online grocery market.

SherpaShare

Seed Round in 2015
They’ve been watching new sharing marketplaces create exciting opportunities and jobs. In fact, the freelance economy will be 40% of the US workforce by 2020 and chances are you’re already participating in it. Today, They want to help you - the drivers of the sharing economy - have access to more opportunities, make more money, and understand your true driving costs.

Paperspace

Convertible Note in 2015
Paperspace is a high-performance cloud computing and ML development platform for building, training and deploying machine learning models. Tens of thousands of individuals, startups and enterprises use Paperspace to iterate faster and collaborate on intelligent, real-time prediction engines.

Priime

Seed Round in 2015
Priime's founding team of lifetime photographers are made up of Y Combinator alumni who are also seasoned developers and designers. Combining their passion in photography, with their experience and skills of product design and development, they are setting out to lead the world in improving the overall quality of shared photos.

Yiqixie

Angel Round in 2015
A mobile based office suite that enables users to collaborate on any device. Users can view, edit or share office documents using WeChat.

Asseta

Seed Round in 2015
Asseta Corporation operates an online platform that facilitates the buying, selling, and management of equipment, particularly in the semiconductor industry. Founded in May 2013 and based in San Francisco, California, Asseta provides a marketplace where companies can acquire used manufacturing equipment and parts from various sellers. The platform allows sellers to dispose of idle equipment while giving buyers access to essential components at significantly reduced prices, typically 50-60% lower than original equipment manufacturer pricing. Asseta's offerings include a wide range of items such as wafering equipment, PCB assembly and testing equipment, and electronic test equipment. The company also features Persistent Search technology, enabling users to locate equipment by specifying certain parameters, thereby enhancing the efficiency of the procurement process.

Nurep

Seed Round in 2015
Nurep, Inc. is a company based in Palo Alto, California, founded in 2012, that specializes in providing on-demand support for medical device companies. Utilizing its Nurep mobile platform, the company facilitates communication and collaboration between medical device manufacturers and physicians. Key features of this platform include product feeds, call pulse, live video capabilities, and analytics. Nurep aims to enhance the operative outcomes for patients by ensuring that physicians have access to timely and effective support during medical procedures.

Battlefy

Convertible Note in 2014
Battlefy, Inc. is an eSports management platform that facilitates the organization and management of tournaments and leagues for various stakeholders, including college clubs, eSports organizations, and brands that support gamers. Founded in 2011 and based in Delta, Canada, Battlefy allows users to create signup forms, seed teams, draw brackets, and design sponsorship pages. The platform also enables the management of live-stream content, making it a comprehensive tool for both amateur and professional eSports events. Previously known as 7777833 Canada Inc., the company rebranded to Battlefy, Inc. in July 2013, focusing on providing an efficient and professional solution for organizing eSports competitions.

Skuchain

Seed Round in 2014
Skuchain, Inc. is a company that develops blockchain-based solutions aimed at enhancing B2B trade and supply chain finance. Established in 2014 and located in Mountain View, California, Skuchain offers a range of products, including BRACKETS, a smart lock system that facilitates financial transactions contingent upon the fulfillment of agreements. Its blockchain platform creates a Commerce Cloud that integrates procurement, contract management, financing, corporate payments, and inventory tracking, enabling businesses to achieve a Liquid Supply Chain. This system allows for real-time data flow and risk-mitigated early payments from innovative capital sources, ensuring increased transparency, security, and efficiency in supply chain operations. Skuchain primarily serves banks and manufacturers, providing them with the tools to optimize their global trade processes.

MaxFun

Angel Round in 2014
MaxFun is a company that specializes in artificial intelligence, focusing on the development of data analytic engines and customer management systems. Its primary aim is to assist businesses in understanding consumer behavior through advanced data collection and analysis. By leveraging AI technology, MaxFun empowers companies to optimize their business processes and formulate effective long-term marketing strategies. The insights derived from their analytics tools facilitate informed decision-making, enhancing overall operational efficiency.

Whova

Seed Round in 2014
Whova Inc. develops an application for event engagement and networking. It offers services for education events, corporate events, professional conferences, exhibitions, associations, festivals, and art shows. The company was incorporated in 2012 and is based in San Diego, California.

CANDY HOUSE

Pre Seed Round in 2014
CANDY HOUSE, Inc. is a technology company that designs and manufactures the Sesame smart lock system, enabling users to lock and unlock doors via smartphone applications. Founded in 2014, the company originated at Stanford University and is now headquartered in Palo Alto, California, with additional locations in Tokyo and Taipei. Sesame requires no construction for installation, allowing for quick and easy use. Its versatility extends beyond residential applications to include bike locks, built-in door locks, and suitcases, catering to a wide range of everyday needs. CANDY HOUSE has seen its user base grow to millions and continues to expand its offerings through a Software as a Service (SaaS) model, which includes dashboard and hardware solutions for businesses such as retail and hotel management. Additionally, the company provides Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) with mobile app SDKs and cloud APIs, enabling developers to create their own applications. CANDY HOUSE envisions the integration of artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things (AIoT) as a driving force for future innovations.

ListenLoop

Angel Round in 2014
ListenLoop is a B2B marketing platform that enhances account-based marketing (ABM) strategies by enabling businesses to deliver targeted banner ads to specific accounts. The platform allows users to select key accounts, upload advertisements, and initiate campaigns efficiently. It facilitates the nurturing of target accounts through drip campaigns, which deliver a series of ads over time to maintain engagement without overwhelming potential buyers. Additionally, ListenLoop provides account-level reporting that integrates with Salesforce, enabling clients to measure the impact of their advertising efforts on target accounts. With its focus on user behavior and customer insights, ListenLoop empowers businesses to refine their marketing strategies effectively.

EquityZen

Seed Round in 2014
EquityZen Inc., founded in 2013 and based in New York, is a financial services company that operates an investment marketplace connecting shareholders of private companies with investors seeking alternative investment opportunities. The platform facilitates pre-IPO investments by allowing venture capital investors, family offices, hedge funds, and individual investors to invest through pooled vehicles that acquire shares in private technology companies. By unlocking the value of equity compensation, EquityZen enhances the liquidity options for startup employees and addresses associated risk concerns, ultimately benefiting all parties involved.

Naytev

Seed Round in 2014
Naytev optimizes how content is shared from websites to social media, creating a 30% bump in referral traffic. They use machine learning to surface and discover effective messages in real time, and prioritize those as users share.

Yttro Mobile

Seed Round in 2014
Yttro Mobile Inc. develops an application to discover games. The company was incorporated in 2014 and is based in Fremont, California.

String Labs

Seed Round in 2014
String Labs is a crypto venture studio, incubator and investor, headquartered in Palo Alto. It serves as an incubator and leading core contributor to cutting-edge blockchain protocols such as DFINITY (Ethereum-family decentralized cloud) and PHI project, among others. Its team include top cryptographers, distributed computing scientists and economists. It partners closely with leading organizations such as BCG Dvolution on enterprise blockchain projects and provides infrastructure support.

Trustlook

Seed Round in 2014
Trustlook (www.trustlook.com) is a global leader in next-generation cybersecurity products based on artificial intelligence. Their innovative SECUREai engine delivers the performance and scalability needed to provide total threat protection against malware and other forms of attack. Trustlook's solutions protect users from both known and zero-day threats by analyzing millions of code-level and behavior combinations to find malicious patterns. Founded in 2013, the company is headquartered in San Jose and managed by leading security experts from Palo Alto Networks, FireEye, Google and Yahoo.

Darma

Pre Seed Round in 2014
Darma Inc. is a technology company based in the United States that specializes in non-wearable health tracking solutions. It offers the DARMA cushion, which allows users to monitor their vital signs through an accompanying application while sitting on the cushion. This device provides features such as reminders to stand, posture alerts, and stress level detection, along with suggestions for guided meditation. Additionally, Darma has developed a contact-free fiber optic sensor pad that can be placed under a mattress for continuous, non-invasive monitoring of vital signs and cardiac performance. This integrated system aims to facilitate proactive health management for chronic disease patients, helping to prevent the deterioration of cardiovascular conditions and reduce hospital readmissions, ultimately enhancing the quality of life for users.
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