Berkeley SkyDeck

Berkeley SkyDeck is an accelerator located in Berkeley, California, dedicated to supporting startups founded by UC Berkeley students, alumni, and faculty. Established in 2012, it offers a six-month Cohort Program where selected companies can receive up to $100,000 in funding, disbursed in two tranches. The program is industry-agnostic and includes a Global Innovative Partner Program and a HotDesk incubator accommodating approximately 120 startups annually. As a joint initiative of UC Berkeley’s College of Engineering, Haas School of Business, and the Vice-Chancellor for Research Office, Berkeley SkyDeck aims to foster entrepreneurial excellence by providing access to a robust network of advisors, investors, workshops, and resources to its participating teams.

Brian Bordley

Partner

Bree Cahill

Director Of Partnerships

Chon Tang

Founding Partner

Caroline Winnett

Executive Director

Past deals in Computer Vision

C. Light Technologies

Seed Round in 2021
C. Light Technologies, Inc. operates as a neurotech and AI company that develops an eye tracking technology for neurological health. It offers machine learning algorithms and instrument that monitors multiple sclerosis (MS) by measuring neurological activity through imaging the retina. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Berkeley, California.

Verchable

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Verchable Limited operates as an AI company that uses computer vision to understand videos. It generates automatic metadata tags for users’ videos that helps user to understand what content, objects, and actions are present within their videos. Its technology detects people, places, and actions within videos. The company was founded in 2019 and is based in London, United Kingdom.

SKUVision

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
SKUVision is an inventory management platform that aims to help businesses of all sizes in supply chain logistics and manufacturing. The company was founded in 2020 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California, United States.

SuperAnnotate

Seed Round in 2020
SuperAnnotate is a Stockholm-based technology company founded in 2018, specializing in artificial intelligence software for image annotation services. The company offers advanced tools for image segmentation and object selection, enabling pixel-accurate annotations at speeds 10 to 20 times faster than traditional methods. Its AI-powered technology supports various industries, including autonomous vehicles, retail, security, and medical sectors, by providing high-quality training data that enhances computer vision projects while reducing costs and turnaround times. SuperAnnotate’s platform facilitates the annotation of images, videos, text, and other data types, promoting streamlined collaboration and quality management. Additionally, it offers software development kits to help clients integrate their solutions seamlessly, ensuring the creation of effective training models and efficient data organization.

Skylab Technologies

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Skylab Technologies Inc. is a Vancouver-based computational photography SaaS company that focuses on the next generation of AI-powered photography tools. We develop image processing algorithms using a proprietary dataset of high-resolution images. To date, we have processed over one million portraits for commercial purposes.

Vectorly

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Vectorly Inc. is a video learning platform that specializes in advanced video compression technology. Founded in 2015 and based in New York, with an additional office in Bengaluru, India, the company was previously known as Dot Learn Inc. before rebranding in 2018. Vectorly's patented vector encoding technology can compress videos by up to 50 times, significantly enhancing visual quality, particularly for animations and screencasts. This technology is beneficial for video platforms that can either license the software or utilize APIs to optimize their video content, ultimately reducing cloud storage and delivery costs while improving user experience with minimal bandwidth usage and reduced buffering.

syGlass

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
syGlass is a company that specializes in scientific data visualization and annotation software, enabling users to render large, volumetric data sets in three- or four-dimensional formats. The software is designed to facilitate the understanding of complex data generated by microscopes, patient scanners, and industrial equipment. By providing immersive visual representations, syGlass helps investigators communicate their findings more effectively. The platform supports seamless integration with PC-based virtual reality technologies, allowing businesses to access and interact with their data in an intuitive manner. This enhances precision in data quantification and simplifies annotation tasks, ultimately providing valuable insights for various applications.

DeWaste

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
DeWaste specializes in minimizing food waste through innovative technology. By utilizing computer vision, the company collects real-time data on food waste and leftovers in dining institutions. This process involves mounting cameras that capture images of discarded food, enabling detailed analysis of waste patterns. DeWaste also operates a network that connects food producers with grocery stores and restaurants, facilitating the exchange of surplus food items. This connection helps producers reduce waste while offering purchasers access to food at lower costs, particularly during challenging times like the COVID-19 pandemic. The insights generated by DeWaste's analytics empower clients to tailor their menus according to customer preferences, ultimately contributing to more sustainable food management practices.

Ocuelar

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Ocuelar develops smart cap technology that can measure true medication compliance for glaucoma patients.

FakeNetAI

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
FakeNetAI, founded in 2019 by Raymond Lee and based in Berkeley, California, specializes in providing a web application and API that utilize machine learning technology to detect alterations in videos. The company's innovative solution identifies various manipulation techniques, such as masking and layering, to assess the authenticity of online media. By enabling users to verify the integrity of video content, FakeNetAI aims to enhance trust in digital information and combat the spread of disinformation on the web.

Deep Criminalize

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Deep Criminalize is a company focused on developing an artificial intelligence algorithm that creates new images based on descriptive input. Its software is specifically designed to assist law enforcement agencies by generating criminal sketches from witness descriptions. This innovative technology aims to enhance the efficiency of police departments in identifying and locating suspects, thereby accelerating the investigative process. By leveraging advanced image generation capabilities, Deep Criminalize provides a valuable tool for improving public safety and aiding criminal investigations.

Vision Science Labs

Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Vision Science Labs, Inc. is a company focused on developing a digital platform for vision therapy, aimed at enhancing access to eye care services. Incorporated in 2017 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, the company offers a comprehensive management system for clinicians that includes exercise games for patients and remote training and assessment capabilities. This platform allows clinicians to assign and monitor a complete toolkit for vision therapy, facilitating online treatment sessions. Additionally, the technology enables medical professionals in optometry, ophthalmology, and neurology to remotely detect and monitor visual conditions, thereby allowing for earlier intervention and improved patient outcomes.

PDP Ubiquity

Non Equity Assistance in 2019
PDP Ubiquity provides real-time proactive and preventative video analytics to avoid potential life-threatening events. The company offers an affordable solution to all economic backgrounds. PDP Ubiquity was founded in 2019 and is based in Berkeley, California.

VisTalent

Non Equity Assistance in 2019
VisTalent, Inc. is a hiring services company based in Berkeley, California. Founded in 2019 by Christy Chen, the company specializes in transcribing job interviews to facilitate comprehensive evaluations of candidates. By providing detailed insights into the interview process, VisTalent aims to empower workplaces and enhance decision-making in hiring.

Ottometric

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Ottometric Inc. is a company based in Newton, Massachusetts, that specializes in enhancing the safety of autonomous vehicles through its cloud-based platform. Since its incorporation in 2018, Ottometric has developed an intelligent verification framework that leverages big data, artificial intelligence, sensor fusion, and computer vision to provide a deeper understanding of events and anomalies. This technology is designed to assess the effectiveness of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) in real-world scenarios, addressing the industry's demand for reliable autonomous features. As the automotive sector increasingly invests in innovation to improve vehicle safety, Ottometric aims to support the transition from Level 1 to Level 3 autonomous capabilities, responding to the industry's concerns regarding the current sub-par offerings.

Go360

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Go360 has developed Synthetic AI cameras that leverage GANs to boost frame rate, resolution and provide image inpainting capabilities to remove artifacts from weather conditions. Additionally, GANs that remove privately identifiable information from the camera input stream can be deployed alongside the CMOS sensor in an ASIC or FPGA chip. The hardware accelerators enable cameras to boost frame rate and upscale images or adversely downsample images and reduce framerate to operate in bandwidth constrained environments. Synthetic augmentation of the camera capabilities can be beneficial to time synchronize cameras where the shutters are also misaligned by synthetically generating frames between real frame captures from the CMOS sensor. We are further pushing the boundaries of what is possible.

Vectorly

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Vectorly Inc. is a video learning platform that specializes in advanced video compression technology. Founded in 2015 and based in New York, with an additional office in Bengaluru, India, the company was previously known as Dot Learn Inc. before rebranding in 2018. Vectorly's patented vector encoding technology can compress videos by up to 50 times, significantly enhancing visual quality, particularly for animations and screencasts. This technology is beneficial for video platforms that can either license the software or utilize APIs to optimize their video content, ultimately reducing cloud storage and delivery costs while improving user experience with minimal bandwidth usage and reduced buffering.

Hayden AI

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Hayden AI Technologies, Inc. is a California-based company that specializes in developing an artificial intelligence-powered platform aimed at enhancing urban mobility and safety. The company offers a vision-based solution that detects and analyzes traffic violations, assisting cities in achieving their safety objectives. Its Smart Sense system includes intelligent cameras, smart cloud technology, HD maps, and an accessible web portal for city officials. By integrating its mobile solution into existing transportation fleets, Hayden AI collects real-time data to provide insights that improve traffic safety, reduce fatalities, and increase transportation efficiency. The technology is compatible with various vehicles, including transit buses, school buses, and police cars. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Berkeley, California, Hayden AI also operates an office in Tokyo, Japan, and is collaborating with forward-thinking cities to optimize traffic management and urban living.

ThinkCyte

Seed Round in 2019
ThinkCyte, Inc. develops an artificial intelligence-enabled, image-free visual cell sorting system that sort cells by morphology. It develops and sells equipment (cell separator) that uses cell sorting technology that continuously analyzes and separates cells by automatic control. It integrates optics, genomics, and information science to develop such machines. The company develops an image-based cell sorter using novel optics and machine learning methods. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Tokyo, Japan with an additional office in San Carlos, California.

Docuvision

Seed Round in 2019
DocuVision Inc. develops automated tools for businesses. It offers AI-powered redaction of documents and emails to automatically find and remove personally identifiable information; AI-powered PII discovery to automatically find and index personally identifiable information; and privacy portal to manage CCPA data requests. The company’s solutions include legal, DSAR and SAR requests, privacy discovery and remediation, and security for unstructured data. It serves legal, marketing, and privacy teams. DocuVision Inc. was founded in 2019 and is based in Berkeley, California.

SuperAnnotate

Seed Round in 2019
SuperAnnotate is a Stockholm-based technology company founded in 2018, specializing in artificial intelligence software for image annotation services. The company offers advanced tools for image segmentation and object selection, enabling pixel-accurate annotations at speeds 10 to 20 times faster than traditional methods. Its AI-powered technology supports various industries, including autonomous vehicles, retail, security, and medical sectors, by providing high-quality training data that enhances computer vision projects while reducing costs and turnaround times. SuperAnnotate’s platform facilitates the annotation of images, videos, text, and other data types, promoting streamlined collaboration and quality management. Additionally, it offers software development kits to help clients integrate their solutions seamlessly, ensuring the creation of effective training models and efficient data organization.

CRadar.Ai

Non Equity Assistance in 2018
CRadar.AI develops an accurate radar sensor for safe driving. The company provides unprecedented accurate location information transforming the radar data from crude to sharp. It enables cars to see their environment accurately under all driving conditions, turning self-driving to safe-driving. CRadar.AI was founded on 2018 and is headquartered in Berkeley, California.

Bioxytech Retina

Seed Round in 2018
Bioxytech Retina provides the research of optical device to diagnose diabetes, using non-invasive imaging technology. It was founded in 2015 and is based in Richmond, California.

neuroFit

Non Equity Assistance in 2018
neuroFit, Inc. is a company focused on monitoring neural health through innovative eye-movement-based technology. Founded in 2016 and based in Mountain View, California, neuroFit has developed the Oculometric Neurological Examination, a device that provides precise and sensitive measurements of the oculomotor system. This tool offers objective, quantitative metrics of brain health and performance, which can be utilized by individuals, clinicians, athletic trainers, and researchers. It serves a wide range of applications, from assessing severe brain impairments to evaluating the visual capabilities of athletes. By identifying performance changes and the factors influencing athletic performance, neuroFit aims to enhance overall brain health and optimize cognitive function across various populations.

Numericcal

Seed Round in 2018
Numericcal Inc. operates a platform that facilitates the deployment, optimization, and management of Deep Neural Network (DNN) models specifically for edge devices, including mobile, embedded, and IoT applications. Founded in 2015 and based in Berkeley, California, the company provides software developers with tools to automate the optimization and performance testing of deep learning models. This platform streamlines the packaging and deployment processes, allowing developers to integrate machine learning capabilities into their applications without the need for extensive infrastructure management. By leveraging advanced AI algorithms, Numericcal enhances human decision-making, making it easier for companies to utilize deep learning technology in their products.

ThinkCyte

Venture Round in 2018
ThinkCyte, Inc. develops an artificial intelligence-enabled, image-free visual cell sorting system that sort cells by morphology. It develops and sells equipment (cell separator) that uses cell sorting technology that continuously analyzes and separates cells by automatic control. It integrates optics, genomics, and information science to develop such machines. The company develops an image-based cell sorter using novel optics and machine learning methods. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Tokyo, Japan with an additional office in San Carlos, California.

Civil Maps

Series A in 2018
Civil Maps, a geospatial technology company, provides artificial intelligence based mapping solutions that enables computers to interpret and act on the physical world. The company operates as an on-demand perception and actuation technology company. It serves heavy-industry and governmental customers; Fortune 100 clients; and customers in electrical utilities, oil and gas, solar, telecommunications, transportation, rail, forestry, and more markets. The company is based in Berkeley, California.

Lucid

Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Lucid VR, Inc. is a technology company based in Santa Clara, California, founded in 2015. The company specializes in an AI vision platform designed for multi-camera devices, enabling the capture of 3D and depth images. Lucid offers software solutions that leverage computer vision and machine learning, catering to various applications including mobile devices, laptops, robotics, and security systems. Its product lineup includes a mobile software development kit (SDK), software modules, and a 3D cloud platform. Through its innovative technology, Lucid aims to enhance visual data processing and provide advanced imaging capabilities across different industries.

Datavia

Seed Round in 2018
Datavia Systems, Inc. specializes in designing and developing software and hardware control platforms for big data management, focusing on the acquisition, processing, and storage of three-dimensional image data. Established in 2015 and based in Sunnyvale, California, the company leverages artificial intelligence and FPGA-based technologies to facilitate high-resolution, real-time image processing. Datavia's proprietary technology platform is applicable in various fields, including autonomous transportation, and is capable of supporting autonomy levels 1 through 5. By maximizing power consumption efficiency and transforming complex visual data into actionable insights, Datavia enables businesses to harness the potential of unstructured data for informed decision-making.

Deepen

Non Equity Assistance in 2017
Deepen AI, Inc. is an autonomous development tooling company based in Santa Clara, California, founded in 2016. The company specializes in advanced product solutions that leverage deep learning and computer vision algorithms to enhance the quality and efficiency of labeling camera, LiDAR, and radar data. Its offerings are designed to eliminate bottlenecks in the development of autonomous systems, particularly for clients in the autonomous AI sector, including OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, sensor providers, and HD mapping firms. By providing innovative tools for multi-sensor data labeling and calibration, Deepen AI supports the training of computer vision systems for autonomous vehicles, robotics, and other applications, ultimately improving accuracy and streamlining the development process.

Darmiyan

Non Equity Assistance in 2017
Darmiyan, Inc. is a company that specializes in the development of diagnostic software aimed at the early detection and monitoring of Alzheimer's disease and other neurodegenerative disorders. Based in San Francisco and founded in 2014, the company offers BrainSee, a Software as a Service platform that utilizes non-invasive brain MRI scans to produce detailed brain maps. This innovative tool quantifies neurodegeneration in individual brain voxels and generates a summary score reflecting brain health and the risk of cognitive decline. BrainSee operates using proprietary technology, referred to as The Virtual Microscope, which provides insights into brain cell distortion before clinical symptoms manifest. The algorithm has undergone successful third-party validation in the US and Canada, demonstrating its accuracy in predicting mild cognitive impairment. By leveraging advanced medical imaging and artificial intelligence, Darmiyan aims to enhance early diagnosis and intervention for patients with neurodegenerative diseases.

C. Light Technologies

Pre Seed Round in 2017
C. Light Technologies, Inc. operates as a neurotech and AI company that develops an eye tracking technology for neurological health. It offers machine learning algorithms and instrument that monitors multiple sclerosis (MS) by measuring neurological activity through imaging the retina. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Berkeley, California.

Datavia

Non Equity Assistance in 2016
Datavia Systems, Inc. specializes in designing and developing software and hardware control platforms for big data management, focusing on the acquisition, processing, and storage of three-dimensional image data. Established in 2015 and based in Sunnyvale, California, the company leverages artificial intelligence and FPGA-based technologies to facilitate high-resolution, real-time image processing. Datavia's proprietary technology platform is applicable in various fields, including autonomous transportation, and is capable of supporting autonomy levels 1 through 5. By maximizing power consumption efficiency and transforming complex visual data into actionable insights, Datavia enables businesses to harness the potential of unstructured data for informed decision-making.

Spectral Coded Illumination

Non Equity Assistance in 2016
Spectral Coded Illumination provides cutting-edge computational imaging and illumination devices for microscopy. Whether a sample is transparent, optically thick, or impractically small, our company develops products which allow users to "see the invisible". SCI will develop products which address this need, such as high-performance LED arrays specifically designed for the challenging requirements of microscopy, as well as low-cost phase imaging hardware which enables diagnostic-quality imaging in low-resource settings. With a combined 15 years of experience in computational imaging and coded illumination techniques, our Berkeley-based team is in a unique position to lead the industry into a new era of imaging.

Cocoon Cam

Non Equity Assistance in 2016
Cocoon Cam is a Silicon Valley-based technology company focused on remote health monitoring through advanced computer vision. Its flagship product is a baby monitor that passively analyzes video feeds to detect vital signs, allowing parents to access real-time alerts and longitudinal data on their baby's breathing, with plans to include additional metrics such as temperature and heart rate in future updates. This innovative approach offers a non-invasive solution that eliminates the need for wires or wearable devices, setting it apart from traditional baby monitoring technologies. By providing a mobile wellness camera, Cocoon Cam enables parents to conveniently track their baby's health and activities from their mobile devices.

Kokko

Non Equity Assistance in 2016
Kokko has created the first color-accurate mobile imaging technology that will revolutionize makeup discovery and purchase. A woman can use any Apple mobile device to take a selfie and get instant recommendations for products that best match her skin tone across many popular brands. Pre-selected looks matched to her skin tone featuring a complete suite of products will be added soon. For the first time, a woman can make color cosmetic purchases online with ease and confidence.

Civil Maps

Non Equity Assistance in 2014
Civil Maps, a geospatial technology company, provides artificial intelligence based mapping solutions that enables computers to interpret and act on the physical world. The company operates as an on-demand perception and actuation technology company. It serves heavy-industry and governmental customers; Fortune 100 clients; and customers in electrical utilities, oil and gas, solar, telecommunications, transportation, rail, forestry, and more markets. The company is based in Berkeley, California.

Lily

Non Equity Assistance in 2014
Lily, founded in September 2013 in a UC Berkeley robotics lab, specializes in developing innovative camera drones designed for ease of use and portability. The company's flagship product is a throw-and-shoot camera that can be conveniently stored in a backpack while withstanding challenging weather conditions. Utilizing advanced technology, including global positioning and computer vision, Lily's drones autonomously capture high-quality images and videos from the sky. With a mission to enhance human creativity, Lily focuses on creating tools that facilitate effortless expression, ensuring that users can easily document their experiences from unique aerial perspectives.
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