Urth is an IT company that specializes in architectural design by providing corporations with a metaverse for architects' business models.
Salowin Inc., established in 2019 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, operates a unique business model within the beauty industry. The company provides a share salon concept for beauticians, offering private rooms equipped with well-maintained facilities. Salowin supports its tenants through services such as prepayment systems for sales and comprehensive support, enabling beauticians to focus on their craft while benefiting from shared resources and increased income potential.
Preplocal
Seed Round in 2024
Preplocal is a B2B food distribution platform that specializes in the distribution of both dry and temperature-controlled goods.
Levellr
Seed Round in 2024
Levellr is a developer of a software platform designed to assist creators and brands in building, managing, and monetizing messaging communities within popular applications like Discord and Telegram. The company's tools enable clients to acquire valuable first-party data on their most engaged users, fostering highly interactive communities. Additionally, Levellr's platform integrates with existing systems, such as CRM software, to enhance customer insights and engagement. The company also offers community strategy and ongoing moderation services, ensuring that the communities they help create not only thrive but also generate tangible revenue opportunities for their clients.
Coopel is a company that specializes in developing robotic process automation (RPA) tools aimed at enhancing workplace efficiency. Its software allows users, including those without any programming experience, to automate daily tasks and streamline business processes effectively. By providing accessible automation solutions, Coopel enables organizations to improve operational efficiency and productivity, making it easier for users to create automated workflows that meet their specific needs. This user-friendly approach positions Coopel as a valuable resource for businesses looking to adopt automation technologies.
ChillStack
Series A in 2024
ChillStack, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2018 that specializes in the research and development of security technology focused on protecting artificial intelligence systems. The company offers a range of services, including its S tena system, which automatically detects fraudulent users, such as cheaters, bots, and real-money trading vendors in smartphone and consumer games. ChillStack also provides web vulnerability diagnosis and AI security research and development services. By leveraging artificial intelligence, the company aims to identify and mitigate fraudulent activities and security vulnerabilities, enabling users to safeguard their devices and networks from cyberattacks.
CaseBlink
Seed Round in 2024
CaseBlink is a company that specializes in creating end-to-end workflows for immigration processes, utilizing generative artificial intelligence to assist immigration lawyers. By recognizing the repetitive nature of immigration paperwork, CaseBlink develops a legal workflow platform that streamlines these complex, writing-intensive applications. The platform extracts and analyzes pertinent information, automatically generating necessary documentation while ensuring legal accuracy through attorney oversight. This innovative approach allows legal professionals and self-help immigrants to focus on more strategic aspects of the immigration journey, thereby enhancing overall efficiency in navigating immigration processes.
Rybit is a technology platform focused on enhancing the last mile delivery industry by providing an e-bike rental application tailored for individuals and businesses involved in various sectors, including food and grocery delivery, transportation, hotel, and tourism. The application incorporates features such as operations management, IoT vehicle integration, vehicle tracking, error monitoring, and anti-theft measures. By offering these tools, Rybit aims to streamline and optimize daily delivery operations, presenting a comprehensive mobility solution that meets the diverse needs of its customers.
Return Helper
Series A in 2023
Return Helper is a logistics platform that simplifies cross-border ecommerce returns for both sellers and buyers. Catering to ecommerce merchants in the Asia-Pacific region, the company provides a cost-effective return solution for markets in the United States, United Kingdom, Europe, and Australia. By integrating shipping carriers, third-party warehouses, sales channels, and aftermarket services, Return Helper streamlines the return process and related activities for online retailers. This optimization not only reduces costs and maximizes sales but also enhances the buyer's return experience, fostering customer loyalty. The company's data-driven approach ensures that merchants save time and resources while contributing to environmental sustainability through efficient return management.
Levr.ai
Pre Seed Round in 2023
Levr.ai is an online financial software platform that streamlines the process of applying for business loans. It simplifies and accelerates loan applications by providing built-in templates and directories that assist businesses in gathering and creating necessary documentation. The platform also ensures secure and private storage of sensitive financial and business documents, allowing users to upload, organize, track, and discuss all required materials in one centralized location. This comprehensive approach enables businesses to manage their loan application process efficiently and obtain funding quickly.
Aesop Technology
Seed Round in 2022
Aesop Technology is a developer of artificial intelligence solutions focused on reducing prescription-related errors and enhancing patient safety. Founded in 2019 and based in Berkeley, California, the company offers MedGuard, an AI-enhanced safety system that supports various aspects of prescription management, including prescribing, dispensing, administering, and compliance services. Aesop Technology also provides a clinical decision support system that assists healthcare providers by flagging inappropriate prescriptions based on patient diagnosis, age, and gender. By leveraging machine learning, the company's technology aims to improve healthcare quality and safety while streamlining billing-related documentation, ultimately enhancing patient safety and the accuracy of medical billing.
Pickupon
Seed Round in 2022
Pickupon is a software-as-a-service company focused on developing and managing cloud-based IP phone services. The company offers a platform that automatically transcribes calls, providing quantitative analysis of conversion data. Its system not only captures primary information during calls but also records the emotional tone of conversations. This functionality allows users to share insights seamlessly across teams, facilitating the analysis of multiple utterances and helping clients identify trends and implement strategic responses. By combining transcription with advanced analytics, Pickupon enhances the ability of organizations to improve communication effectiveness and drive performance outcomes.
Rael is a Los Angeles-based company that specializes in menstrual care and feminine wellness, offering a range of high-quality products made from natural and organic ingredients. Founded by three female entrepreneurs, Rael aims to empower women by providing safe and healthy alternatives to conventional feminine care items. The product line includes organic cotton pads, pantyliners, tampons, period underwear, feminine washes, and wipes, all designed to meet everyday personal care needs. Additionally, Rael has ventured into the clean beauty sector with its "period beauty" products. Since its establishment in 2017, the company has gained significant traction, becoming a bestseller on Amazon and expanding its availability to 13 countries, including retail partnerships with Target. Rael's commitment to delivering chemical-free and effective products reflects its mission to prioritize women's health and well-being in the feminine care industry.
Vogo provides vivid live shopping.
Return Helper
Seed Round in 2021
Return Helper is a logistics platform that simplifies cross-border ecommerce returns for both sellers and buyers. Catering to ecommerce merchants in the Asia-Pacific region, the company provides a cost-effective return solution for markets in the United States, United Kingdom, Europe, and Australia. By integrating shipping carriers, third-party warehouses, sales channels, and aftermarket services, Return Helper streamlines the return process and related activities for online retailers. This optimization not only reduces costs and maximizes sales but also enhances the buyer's return experience, fostering customer loyalty. The company's data-driven approach ensures that merchants save time and resources while contributing to environmental sustainability through efficient return management.
Landvault
Series B in 2021
Landvault is a company focused on enhancing the metaverse economy through a virtual video game strategy. It combines various technological elements to assist businesses with real estate acquisition, financial analysis, and online marketing. Landvault enables the creation of immersive online virtual worlds that incorporate augmented reality, virtual reality, and interactive 3D holographic avatars. By leveraging these technologies, the company provides clients with innovative solutions that enhance their presence in the digital landscape, facilitating engagement and communication in a rapidly evolving virtual environment.
Truck Lagbe
Series A in 2021
Truck Lagbe is a logistics platform based in Bangladesh that facilitates the booking of shipping and freight services. It offers an application that allows users to hire trucks for both short-haul and long-haul transportation, accommodating a range of vehicle sizes from 1 ton to 25 tons. By providing an accessible solution for businesses to arrange transportation, Truck Lagbe aims to streamline logistics processes and ensure the safe delivery of goods. The application is available for both Android and iOS devices, making it convenient for users to manage their shipping needs.
SODA is an operator of a customer-to-customer marketplace focused on sneakers, known as SNKRDUNK, which has gained significant traction with over 3 million monthly users in Japan. The platform facilitates a secure environment for users to buy and sell premium sneakers, offering legitimacy verification services through partnerships with local authentication providers. SNKRDUNK not only serves as a marketplace but also fosters a community where users can stay informed about the latest sneaker trends, including new releases, media leaks, and coordinated sneaker photography. This comprehensive approach allows users to engage with the sneaker culture actively while ensuring the authenticity and quality of the products being traded.
PeaceTecLab
Venture Round in 2021
PeaceTecLab, established in 2016 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, operates a platform that facilitates the lending and borrowing of home appliances and daily necessities. It caters to both individual consumers and manufacturers, offering a range of products including home appliances, baby goods, and fitness equipment. Additionally, the company provides consulting services to various industries, such as entertainment, distribution, and advertising.
Exosphere Labs
Seed Round in 2021
Exosphere Labs is an information technology company specializing in cybersecurity solutions. It develops a comprehensive platform designed to protect endpoints from malware, insider threats, and data breaches, ensuring that businesses can operate securely. The platform offers features such as malware protection, information leakage prevention, and controls to block unauthorized file transfers, thereby safeguarding sensitive data. Additionally, Exosphere Labs facilitates safe collaboration by enabling users to access, share, and store files securely from various locations while maintaining privacy. The company aims to provide optimized security solutions that help organizations protect their IT infrastructure and enhance overall business safety.
LTE-X
Corporate Round in 2021
LTE-X Inc. is a company specializing in private LTE and Internet of Things (IoT) security solutions. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Shinagawa, Japan, the company delivers secure, high-speed, and large-capacity IoT platforms that cater to various industries, including public works, manufacturing, logistics, and healthcare. As a subsidiary of WirelessGate, Inc., LTE-X focuses on enhancing connectivity and security for its clients through innovative technology tailored to meet the specific needs of diverse sectors.
Shop LIT Live
Seed Round in 2021
Shop LIT Live is a live streaming platform that facilitates connections between brands, merchants, and consumers through immersive shopping experiences. The company offers a mobile application that serves as a stage for brands to narrate their stories and display their products in real time. This unique approach allows consumers to engage with brands directly, enhancing the shopping experience by providing interactive and dynamic content.
inSTREAMLY
Seed Round in 2021
inSTREAMLY is an automated streamer management platform designed to connect brands with streamers through micro-sponsorships. The platform enables streamers to monetize their content in a subtle manner while providing brands with an innovative avenue to engage with Generation Z. By streamlining the sponsorship process, inSTREAMLY facilitates a mutually beneficial relationship where streamers can transform their passion into profit, and brands can access new audiences effectively. Additionally, its SaaS branch, Streamcoi, caters to esports organizations, multi-channel networks, agencies, and tournament organizers, further enhancing its service offering within the gaming and streaming ecosystem.
Play Tango
Series A in 2021
Play Tango is a company that specializes in developing interactive learning products designed to transform children's educational experiences. Its flagship product, Tango, is a screenless smartboard that utilizes tangible blocks to facilitate learning. This innovative system allows children to construct words, numbers, and art, while providing real-time feedback on their creations. By merging physical play with technology, Play Tango aims to enhance children's learning processes, fostering a healthy foundation for future academic success.
SODA is an operator of a customer-to-customer marketplace focused on sneakers, known as SNKRDUNK, which has gained significant traction with over 3 million monthly users in Japan. The platform facilitates a secure environment for users to buy and sell premium sneakers, offering legitimacy verification services through partnerships with local authentication providers. SNKRDUNK not only serves as a marketplace but also fosters a community where users can stay informed about the latest sneaker trends, including new releases, media leaks, and coordinated sneaker photography. This comprehensive approach allows users to engage with the sneaker culture actively while ensuring the authenticity and quality of the products being traded.
NRISE is a company focused on developing innovative software applications that enhance communication and content sharing among users. It offers a range of services, including MOCI and WIPPY, which are designed to facilitate connections between individuals and provide access to diverse content. In addition to social media services, NRISE has created an application specifically for home workouts, integrating fitness with social interaction. Through these applications, the company aims to bring users the joy of communication while promoting engagement with various types of content.
Treasurer
Seed Round in 2020
Treasurer, a platform for buying & selling equity shares in blue chip collectible assets
SODA
Funding Round in 2020
SODA is a software company that engages in CMS software development media management business.
Izanagi Games
Seed Round in 2020
Izanagi Games is an entertainment company focused on publishing interactive games and films. It specializes in the production and distribution of interactive gaming experiences and narrative-driven movies. By providing a platform for creators and development teams, Izanagi Games enables them to present their projects to a global audience. The company aims to deliver immersive experiences that engage players and enhance storytelling through innovative gameplay mechanics. Through its commitment to quality and creativity, Izanagi Games plays a significant role in the evolving landscape of interactive entertainment.
Mepple is planning, developing, and operating internet services.
AccordX
Seed Round in 2020
AccordX is a platform that allows individuals to open a virtual restaurant, prepare food at cloud kitchens and sell food by online delivery.
FAAI is a clothing production management platform for fashion designers and managers that connects designers and manufacturers. The platform business that combines IT and apparel manufacturing.
Timee
Venture Round in 2020
Timee, established in 2017 and headquartered in Shibuya-ku, Japan, specializes in developing and operating applications. Its flagship product is a work sharing platform that connects available workers with businesses facing labor shortages, addressing the issue of fluctuating work demands. As Japan's leading gig work platform, Timee aims to expand work opportunities and alleviate labor market imbalances.
Restream, Inc. is a company that specializes in multi-streaming solutions, enabling users to broadcast live video content across multiple platforms simultaneously. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, Restream offers a web platform that supports streaming to various live stream services, reaching audiences in over 80 countries. The platform caters to a diverse user base of around one million, providing features such as analytics, scheduling, shared chat, and monitoring. Additionally, it facilitates seamless integration with encoders, allowing content producers to effectively engage and analyze their viewers across different channels.
BitStar
Venture Round in 2020
BitStar Inc. is an entertech company based in Tokyo, Japan, focused on influencer marketing and support services for video and content creators. Founded in 2014 and formerly known as Bizcast Inc., the company offers a range of promotional services tailored to various industries, including travel, gaming, cosmetics, and consumer goods. BitStar's services encompass analytics through an in-house developed tool, event management for pop-up stores, merchandising, and specialized support such as VTuber and music production. Additionally, it operates an online fan club service called Costa, facilitating appearances in media outlets and overseas casting opportunities. By providing comprehensive support to content creators and media businesses, BitStar aims to enhance creativity and improve monetization strategies.
Aiello is a developer of an intelligent voice assistant tailored for the hotel industry. The company offers an End-to-End Open Voice Platform (AOVP) that simplifies access for business customers, allowing them to implement their own voice services for specific applications. By leveraging voice and natural language processing (NLP) technology, Aiello enhances communication between businesses and customers, leading to reduced customer service labor costs. Additionally, the platform enables the collection and analysis of substantial data, helping identify potential business strategies for its clients.
Epigno Inc., founded in 2016 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in management solutions for medical and nursing care institutions. The company focuses on enhancing human resource management, particularly for nursing staff, by alleviating their workload and improving retention rates within healthcare organizations. Epigno’s platform aims to support the ongoing education and evaluation of nurses, thereby fostering a more effective and sustainable healthcare environment. By addressing the challenges faced by medical and nursing personnel, Epigno contributes to a more efficient operational framework that ultimately benefits patients and their families.
Arblet Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2016, specializing in the development of IoT technology and artificial intelligence-driven medical systems. The company focuses on creating non-invasive wearable devices that continuously monitor biological information, such as blood pressure, using innovative measurement methods. Arblet’s technology allows users to access and analyze their physiological changes over time, thereby enhancing personal health management. Through its commitment to elucidating the complexities of human health, Arblet aims to improve healthcare outcomes and contribute positively to society by leveraging data infrastructure for better understanding and monitoring of individual health metrics.
SYRUP Japan
Series B in 2020
Syrup develops Pet Tech platforms. The company's services include OMUSUBI, an adoption service that matches dogs and cats with pet owners, and Petokoto, a media platform that provides reliable information from veterinarians
Petokoto
Seed Round in 2020
Petokoto is a pet wellness company that creates and sells fresh food, runs pet media, and keeps pets happy. It is suitable to become an information source that combines accuracy, completeness, and updateability by utilizing the collective knowledge of experts both inside and outside the company and demonstrating their respective expertise. The company aims to develop a world where pets can be loved as family members.
Torana, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in providing educational toy rental services through a subscription model. The company's flagship service, "Toysub!", delivers toys specifically designed for infants and toddlers, allowing families to optimize playtime as their children grow. Torana serves approximately 15,000 households in Japan and has expanded its offerings to Taiwan. By leveraging data from over 400,000 toy evaluations and 100,000 planning sessions, Torana has developed a systematic approach to selecting and delivering toys that support children's developmental needs, all while promoting quality parent-child interaction.
Bunch Live, Inc. is a technology company that operates the Bunch platform, a party application designed for multiplayer gaming. Established in 2017 and based in New York City, Bunch allows users to engage in games with friends via group video chat, enhancing the social aspect of gaming. The platform also facilitates game developers by enabling integration, which allows players to connect with friends and enjoy live mobile games together. By providing an easy way to discover, play, and share games, Bunch aims to revolutionize the way people interact in the gaming community.
Drivemate
Series A in 2019
Drivemate is a prominent peer-to-peer car sharing service operating in Thailand. The company allows vehicle owners to list their cars for rent, providing an opportunity for these vehicles to generate income while being underutilized. Drivemate ensures trust and security for both parties through comprehensive insurance coverage and dedicated customer service. The platform facilitates convenient car rentals with no hidden charges, enabling renters to easily find and book vehicles based on features like variety and proximity to their location.
Crunch Style
Venture Round in 2019
Crunch Style is a flower subscription service that makes it easy to make a flowery life.Deliver seasonal flowers from approximately 70 florists nationwide. Since it is delivered to the post in a special box, you can receive it even if you are away from work or going out.
Elaly
Corporate Round in 2019
Elaly Inc., founded in 2018 and based in Tokyo, Japan, operates AirRoom, a sharing service that enables customers to use products from popular furniture brands at a fixed monthly rate. The company's mission is to enhance quality of life by democratizing access to valuable products and experiences, promoting a lifestyle that is less dependent on traditional financial constraints. Through its innovative approach, Elaly seeks to leverage technology to create a more fulfilling and enjoyable life for a broad audience.
Nanome Inc. is a software company based in North Hollywood, California, founded in 2015. It specializes in developing a collaborative extended reality (XR) platform aimed at enhancing scientific discovery. This platform enables scientists to explore and visualize complex molecular structures effectively, streamlining computational workflows at the molecular scale. By integrating virtual reality and blockchain technologies, Nanome facilitates immersive applications that support pattern recognition and efficient drug design processes. The company's solutions are particularly beneficial for professionals in the biopharma sector, as well as in industries such as food and beverage, material science, and education. Nanome's innovative approach not only accelerates molecular computations but also allows researchers to collaborate securely while protecting their intellectual property.
VideoVillage
Series A in 2019
VideoVillage is a video production company.
A1A, Inc. is a Tokyo-based startup founded in 2018 that specializes in developing cloud-based solutions for the purchasing and procurement departments within the manufacturing industry. Its primary product, RFQ Cloud, facilitates the entire process of requesting and evaluating quotations from suppliers, thereby streamlining the selection process. By leveraging accumulated purchasing data, A1A aims to optimize procurement practices and enhance efficiency, ultimately reducing the extra man-hours typically required in these operations. The company's innovative approach seeks to centralize estimate management, supporting manufacturers in achieving strategic procurement goals.
Tenping
Venture Round in 2019
Tenping is a South Korean company founded in 2015 that specializes in mobile advertising networks, focusing on enhancing the visibility of advertisements across various platforms, including mobile messengers, social networking services, and community websites. The company provides a performance marketing platform that allows advertisers to release content in a native format, distributing it effectively across social networks, blogs, and mobile applications. Tenping's technology enables real-time measurement and evaluation of advertising performance, allowing marketers to analyze audience behavior and manage advertising efficiency effectively. Since its inception, Tenping has garnered the use of over 100 advertising companies, successfully launching more than 600 advertising campaigns.
JapanWork
Corporate Round in 2019
JapanWork is an AI-driven recruitment service aimed at assisting foreigners residing in Japan in their job search endeavors. The platform is designed to enhance the employment experience for its users, providing services such as translation, recruitment support, primary interview facilitation, and scheduling adjustments. With a user base exceeding 150,000, primarily consisting of permanent residents, JapanWork has established itself as the largest service of its kind in Japan. By leveraging advanced AI technology, the company ensures high matching accuracy and adoption rates, while concurrently addressing the challenges that recruiting companies face when hiring foreign talent.
RambleOn
Venture Round in 2019
RambleOn is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in the development of applications and consulting services. It focuses on leveraging artificial intelligence and blockchain technology to create innovative solutions that bridge the gap between cyberspace and the physical world. By offering a range of services that enhance website management, RambleOn aims to help clients transition to more advanced technological frameworks, thereby improving their operational efficiency and effectiveness in the digital landscape.
Japan Wind Tunnel Manufacturing
Corporate Round in 2019
Japan Fudo Industry Inc. specializes in engineering, design, and manufacturing of equipment for wind power generation. Founded in 2016 and based in Kurume, Japan, the company offers a range of products including wind tunnel test equipment, wind power generators, and hydraulic power generators. Notable innovations include the compact "Aero Optim" wind tunnel series and double propeller wind turbines. Japan Fudo also provides stackable wind tunnel units, large custom wind tunnels, fan units, wind resistance testing devices, measuring instruments, software, and maintenance services. Their technology aims to optimize the efficiency of wind power generators by stabilizing airflow over short distances, contributing to improved performance and cost-effectiveness for their clients.
DogHuggy
Corporate Round in 2019
DogHuggy is an online marketplace that connects pet owners with dog sitters, offering a solution for those who need care for their pets while traveling or otherwise occupied. The platform employs a matching service that identifies suitable dog hosts based on a thorough vetting process, which includes scanning government-issued ID cards and conducting preliminary interviews. This ensures a reliable and safe environment for pets. Once a match is made, the pet owner can request a reservation with the selected dog host, facilitating a seamless experience for both parties. DogHuggy aims to provide peace of mind for pet owners by ensuring their dogs are well cared for in a home-like setting.
BitStar Inc. is an entertech company based in Tokyo, Japan, focused on influencer marketing and support services for video and content creators. Founded in 2014 and formerly known as Bizcast Inc., the company offers a range of promotional services tailored to various industries, including travel, gaming, cosmetics, and consumer goods. BitStar's services encompass analytics through an in-house developed tool, event management for pop-up stores, merchandising, and specialized support such as VTuber and music production. Additionally, it operates an online fan club service called Costa, facilitating appearances in media outlets and overseas casting opportunities. By providing comprehensive support to content creators and media businesses, BitStar aims to enhance creativity and improve monetization strategies.
Plnar is an insurtech software provider focused on transforming the insurance claims process through innovative technology. The company offers a patented platform that enables desk adjusters to create fully realized two-dimensional and three-dimensional models of interior spaces using digital photographs. By utilizing artificial intelligence, Plnar's platform allows for the generation of accurate measurements from smartphone images, significantly enhancing the efficiency of the claims process. This technology facilitates contactless inspections for interior property claims, resulting in improved customer experiences, reduced cycle times, and lower operational costs for insurance providers.
Vantage Point
Seed Round in 2018
Vantage Point is a company based in Denver, Colorado, that specializes in developing immersive employee training programs utilizing virtual reality (VR) technology. Founded in 2017, Vantage Point focuses on enterprise training in critical areas such as diversity, equity, inclusion, and workplace anti-sexual harassment. The company aims to transform traditional learning experiences by fostering empathy and personal growth through its VR platform. Its services cater to a diverse range of sectors, including technology, consumer goods, consulting, education, and recruitment. Vantage Point is led by female and black founders and is committed to enhancing soft skills and emotional intelligence in the workforce, ultimately enabling individuals to reach their full potential in their professional environments.
Timee
Venture Round in 2018
Timee, established in 2017 and headquartered in Shibuya-ku, Japan, specializes in developing and operating applications. Its flagship product is a work sharing platform that connects available workers with businesses facing labor shortages, addressing the issue of fluctuating work demands. As Japan's leading gig work platform, Timee aims to expand work opportunities and alleviate labor market imbalances.
Supermedium
Seed Round in 2018
Supermedium is a company focused on creating immersive virtual reality (VR) experiences, initially launching a VR browser application that allows users to access various web-based content. The application supports standard web technologies, enabling users to explore a diverse range of experiences, including mini-games, art installations, journalistic pieces, and social environments. With a particular emphasis on delivering a comic book reader, Supermedium aims to enhance the way users engage with digital content in VR without the need for installations or app store dependencies. The company is rooted in the foundational work of pioneers in WebVR and the creators of A-Frame, contributing to the evolution of accessible VR utilities.
InstaVR
Venture Round in 2018
InstaVR is a global provider of a cloud-based virtual reality (VR) platform that simplifies the creation and publication of interactive VR applications for various mobile and desktop environments. The company offers an out-of-the-box integrated SaaS solution that allows users to author and publish VR content quickly and efficiently, supporting features such as stereoscopic 3D and customizable hotspots. With its heat-map display, InstaVR enables businesses to analyze user behavior effectively. The platform is utilized by approximately 50,000 organizations worldwide, including various government agencies in the United States, promoting the integration of VR technology across diverse sectors.
InstaVR is a global provider of a cloud-based virtual reality (VR) platform that simplifies the creation and publication of interactive VR applications for various mobile and desktop environments. The company offers an out-of-the-box integrated SaaS solution that allows users to author and publish VR content quickly and efficiently, supporting features such as stereoscopic 3D and customizable hotspots. With its heat-map display, InstaVR enables businesses to analyze user behavior effectively. The platform is utilized by approximately 50,000 organizations worldwide, including various government agencies in the United States, promoting the integration of VR technology across diverse sectors.
Cloudike powers cloud storage. Cloudike helps OEMs, mobile and Internet service providers acquire, retain, and upsell their customers by offering a compelling personal cloud experience under their own brand.
Alter
Pre Seed Round in 2018
Alter is a platform SDK consisting of a real-time 3D avatar system and motion capture built from scratch for web3 interoperability and the open metaverse. Developers can pipe avatars into their apps, games, and websites. They offer computer vision, 3d technology, web3, machine learning, avatars, rendering engines, blockchain, and NFTs.
CACH, Inc. is an Internet of Things (IoT) company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2016. The company specializes in developing information technology equipment, including its ST-COMM device, which monitors and transmits data to cloud servers. CACH focuses on creating IoT devices that are designed to monitor structural abnormalities at construction sites, providing solutions for inspecting aging infrastructure. By utilizing smartphones and computers, the company's technology allows for real-time checks on the status of cracks and displacements, thereby helping companies reduce maintenance costs, save labor, and respond quickly in the event of a disaster.
VAZ Inc. is a marketing agency based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in promoting content and communicating ideas. The company collaborates with YouTubers and other influential creators to drive social change through everyday small actions. VAZ offers a range of services, including social media marketing, campaign planning, influencer marketing, and account management. By leveraging these services, VAZ enables corporate clients and businesses to effectively raise awareness about their products, share their philosophies, and inspire broader audiences.
Famzon
Venture Round in 2018
Famzon is a direct-to-consumer footwear brand that specializes in women's shoes and related accessories. The company provides an online shopping platform featuring a quality line of fashionable footwear, utilizing a unique patented heel lock-release technology. This innovation allows for removable and adjustable heels, combining style with practicality. Famzon aims to deliver the latest fashion products at affordable prices, catering to the needs of modern women seeking both elegance and versatility in their footwear choices.
Fyusion is a 3D computer vision and machine learning company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2013. The company specializes in developing a platform that enables the creation of immersive, interactive, photorealistic 3D images using smartphones or other cameras. These images can be viewed on various devices, including mobile, desktop, virtual reality, and augmented reality platforms. Fyusion's primary focus is on providing solutions for automotive and eCommerce sectors, allowing clients to automate car condition reporting and enhance their imaging capabilities at scale. Through its technology, Fyusion aims to make images not only visually appealing but also rich in functionality.
Odd Concepts
Venture Round in 2017
Odd Concepts Inc. is a technology company specializing in computer vision and artificial intelligence solutions. Founded in 2012 and based in Seoul, South Korea, it offers a comprehensive portfolio of image recognition and search technologies delivered as a cloud-based API service. The company's innovative platform is designed to meet diverse customer needs by allowing for the tuning and combination of analysis engines to achieve optimal results. Additionally, Odd Concepts develops software for video content searches, facilitating connections between offline retail businesses and online markets. This enables clients to conduct product data analysis and provide personalized product recommendations, enhancing the overall shopping experience.
Floreo Inc., founded in 2016 and based in Washington D.C., develops a virtual reality learning app designed to teach social and communication skills to individuals with autism spectrum disorder, as well as those with ADHD and anxiety. The platform allows supervising adults to monitor and guide activities, making it a valuable tool for therapy clinics and school districts. Floreo is used by over 100 therapy clinic businesses and school districts, and has partnered with Meta to expand its reach in public schools.
Channel Talk
Series B in 2017
Channel Talk is an AI messenger that is focused on helping DTC companies provide VIP-level customer service. We raised $40 million USD in our Series C, and are one of the fastest-growing B2B SaaS startups, currently servicing more than 150,000 brands across the world. At Channel Talk, we believe that a good product nurtures growth in a business and that simple conversations with customers can become the driving force for success. We help you stand out by utilizing AI to resolve repetitive inquiries so you have time to build genuine relationships through our powerful CRM and provide excellent support to your customers.
3rd Eye Studios
Seed Round in 2017
3rd Eye Studios is a game development company based in Helsinki and Shanghai, founded in June 2016 by a team of industry veterans. The founders have extensive experience from prominent companies such as Remedy Entertainment, Unity Technologies, Bugbear Entertainment, RedLynx, and Moon Studios. The studio focuses on creating atmospheric and sophisticated games, as well as developing innovative technology and tools aimed at enhancing the game development process. Their primary objective is to deliver a new virtual reality gaming experience, equipping developers with the necessary resources to build immersive games for virtual reality platforms.
Flitto
Venture Round in 2017
Flitto Inc. is a South Korean language data company that offers a wide range of translation services through its online platform and mobile application. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Seoul, Flitto connects requesters with translators, facilitating translations across text, voice, image, and video formats. The platform supports approximately 25 languages, including Korean, English, Chinese, Spanish, French, Japanese, and Arabic, catering to a global user base of over 10 million individuals in 173 countries. In addition to its crowdsourced translation services, Flitto has expanded its offerings to include professional translation, AI-driven translation, video subtitle translation, and crowdsourced proofreading. The company has also established branches in China and Japan and collaborates with major enterprises such as Microsoft, Tencent, and Samsung to provide language data services and corporate translation solutions. Flitto aims to bridge linguistic barriers and enhance communication across cultures.
VRex Lab
Seed Round in 2017
Vrex Lab is a global startup dedicated to creating engaging experiences through mobile virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) applications. The company has developed a mobile application that enhances social media interaction by allowing users to connect with friends and celebrities through AR photo messages. This application enables users to attach short messages to their photos and pin these posts to specific real-world locations. By combining social media content with immersive technology, Vrex Lab facilitates meaningful connections and content sharing among users.
MOVER Japan
Venture Round in 2017
MOVER Co., Ltd. is a Japan-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in an online logistics platform. The platform facilitates the movement of precision equipment and heavy goods, catering to the needs of shippers and shipping companies. Based in Kanagawa, MOVER aims to streamline logistics operations, enhancing efficiency in the transportation of specialized cargo. The company's innovative approach addresses the complexities of logistics, making it a valuable resource in the industry.
Payke
Corporate Round in 2017
Payke Inc., established in 2014 with headquarters in Tokyo and an additional office in Naha City, Japan, specializes in developing a cloud-based solution that facilitates global product information access. Its core offering is a downloadable application that enables users to scan product barcodes and view detailed information in their native language, breaking down language barriers for both local consumers and foreign visitors shopping in Japan. Payke serves individuals, businesses, and retailers alike, aiming to create an extensive, barcode-based global product database accessible anytime, anywhere.
Upload is dedicated to accelerating the success of the VR + AR (XR) industry through inspiring educational experiences.
Sider is a developer and provider of code review tool intended to analyze and identify non-standard codes, security flaws, and bugs.The company's product helps engineering teams maximize productivity by automatically analyzing every pull request against custom per-project rulesets, as well as general best practices, enabling users to improve productivity while reducing the total time spent on product development.
Pinscreen
Seed Round in 2017
Pinscreen, Inc. is a technology company and visual effects studio based in Santa Monica, California, with a branch in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Founded in 2015 by Professor Hao Li, an expert in computer vision, Pinscreen specializes in advanced generative AI technologies for the film industry and interactive experiences. The company offers comprehensive solutions for AI-driven lip sync, face reenactment, face swaps, de-aging, and avatar digitization. Its innovative technology enables the creation of realistic three-dimensional avatars from selfies, facilitating immersive mixed reality experiences for consumers and scalable content creation tools for professionals. Pinscreen has collaborated with prominent filmmakers and production studios, including Netflix, Amazon Studios, and Warner Bros. Notably, the company achieved several milestones, such as developing the first real-time deepfake technology and demonstrating AI lip sync for a complete feature film. Pinscreen is recognized for its contributions to neural rendering and digital human technology, having received accolades like the Epic MegaGrants in 2020 and participation in the NVIDIA Inception Program.
Craful
Venture Round in 2017
Craful Inc. is an e-commerce company based in Japan that specializes in a mobile application platform for sharing and selling handmade goods. Founded in 2015, the company provides a space for users to upload and showcase their handicraft products, including accessories and home decor. Additionally, Craful's platform encourages interaction among users by allowing them to comment on the creation process of various items and exchange ideas for new handmade products. This focus on community engagement and creativity supports a vibrant marketplace for artisans and craft enthusiasts.
hachidori
Series A in 2017
Hachidori Co., Ltd., based in Shibuya-ku, Japan, specializes in developing chatbot technology. The company offers a chat platform and support tool for both customer inquiries and marketing, enabling businesses to automate regular queries and reduce workload. Notably, their platform requires no programming expertise, making it accessible to enterprises without technical know-how. Additionally, they provide a chat and shift management application, CAST, tailored for businesses employing part-time workers.
Psychic VR Lab
Seed Round in 2016
Psychic VR Lab is a startup company that handles fashion VR and MR shopping service STYLY. They are creating a future where they will live in space.
Visbit Inc. is a visual technology company based in Sunnyvale, California, specializing in cloud streaming services for virtual reality (VR) content creators and publishers. Founded in 2015, the company provides a comprehensive platform that includes Visbit Portal, which facilitates the uploading and publishing of 360-degree videos in real time, along with business intelligence analytics. Visbit Cloud enhances this offering by transcoding videos for efficient streaming and delivery through a content distribution network. Additionally, the company features Visbit Player, a software development kit (SDK) for video playback. Utilizing its patented View-Optimized Streaming (VVOS) technology, Visbit enables the seamless delivery of high-resolution 360-degree VR videos over standard Wi-Fi and LTE networks, significantly improving user experience while reducing data usage. This innovative approach allows content creators to reach broader audiences with minimal latency, even under typical network conditions.
PlayFab, Inc. is a backend platform provider for live games, specializing in tools and services that support the development and management of online gaming experiences. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, with an additional office in Berlin, Germany, PlayFab delivers a comprehensive suite of services including player management, matchmaking, in-game commerce, real-time analytics, and server operations. The platform facilitates various gaming functionalities such as leaderboards, multiplayer game services, and promotional events, enabling developers to create engaging experiences without extensive coding. PlayFab's offerings cater to a wide range of clients, from independent developers to major publishers, with flexible pricing plans to accommodate different needs. The company became a subsidiary of Microsoft Corporation in 2018, further enhancing its capabilities and reach in the gaming industry.
Pie is a company based in San Francisco, California, specializing in the development of a 360 video application for iPhone users. The app allows individuals to easily create and share 360 videos and GIFs, either using a 360 camera or without one. Its user-friendly interface enables quick production and instant sharing of immersive content with friends and followers, catering to the growing demand for interactive and engaging media.
Kakutoku
Venture Round in 2016
Kakutoku is a Japanese company headquartered in Beppu, founded by Seiya Mitsuda. It specializes in crowdsourcing management services, focusing on connecting businesses with sales personnel through a matching platform. This innovative platform helps organizations address their sales challenges by leveraging technology to offer a range of services related to sales. Kakutoku's approach combines ideas and technological solutions, enabling companies to effectively tackle their sales-related issues and improve their overall performance in the market.
Matcher Japan
Seed Round in 2016
Matcher Japan operates an online recruitment platform designed to assist students in their job-hunting efforts. The platform facilitates connections between students and alumni from their universities, enabling them to gather valuable job-related information, industry insights, and internship opportunities. By addressing the challenges associated with the job-search process, Matcher Japan offers tools that simplify visits to alumni, allowing students to benefit from their experiences and advice. The service aims to provide practical knowledge and resources to help students navigate the complexities of job hunting effectively.
InstaVR is a global provider of a cloud-based virtual reality (VR) platform that simplifies the creation and publication of interactive VR applications for various mobile and desktop environments. The company offers an out-of-the-box integrated SaaS solution that allows users to author and publish VR content quickly and efficiently, supporting features such as stereoscopic 3D and customizable hotspots. With its heat-map display, InstaVR enables businesses to analyze user behavior effectively. The platform is utilized by approximately 50,000 organizations worldwide, including various government agencies in the United States, promoting the integration of VR technology across diverse sectors.
Polyarc
Seed Round in 2016
Polyarc, Inc. is a video game development studio based in Seattle, Washington, established in 2015. The company specializes in creating immersive experiences through virtual reality, focusing on action, adventure, and story-driven games. Its flagship title, Moss, showcases the studio's commitment to innovation and high-quality design. Polyarc aims to build new and original worlds, leveraging the unique capabilities of virtual reality to engage players in both single and multiplayer formats within three-dimensional environments.
BitStar Inc. is an entertech company based in Tokyo, Japan, focused on influencer marketing and support services for video and content creators. Founded in 2014 and formerly known as Bizcast Inc., the company offers a range of promotional services tailored to various industries, including travel, gaming, cosmetics, and consumer goods. BitStar's services encompass analytics through an in-house developed tool, event management for pop-up stores, merchandising, and specialized support such as VTuber and music production. Additionally, it operates an online fan club service called Costa, facilitating appearances in media outlets and overseas casting opportunities. By providing comprehensive support to content creators and media businesses, BitStar aims to enhance creativity and improve monetization strategies.
Theta EdgeCloud
Seed Round in 2016
Theta EdgeCloud is the leading decentralized cloud for AI, media and entertainment. The platform empowers AI teams with unrivaled GPU price-to-performance as the first hybrid cloud-edge computing architecture. Strategic corporate investors include Samsung NEXT, Sony Innovation Fund, media investors BDMI Bertelsmann Digital Media Investments, CAA Creative Artists Agency, and traditional Silicon Valley VCs including DCM and Sierra Ventures.
InstaVR
Venture Round in 2016
InstaVR is a global provider of a cloud-based virtual reality (VR) platform that simplifies the creation and publication of interactive VR applications for various mobile and desktop environments. The company offers an out-of-the-box integrated SaaS solution that allows users to author and publish VR content quickly and efficiently, supporting features such as stereoscopic 3D and customizable hotspots. With its heat-map display, InstaVR enables businesses to analyze user behavior effectively. The platform is utilized by approximately 50,000 organizations worldwide, including various government agencies in the United States, promoting the integration of VR technology across diverse sectors.
Pinscreen
Seed Round in 2016
Pinscreen, Inc. is a technology company and visual effects studio based in Santa Monica, California, with a branch in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Founded in 2015 by Professor Hao Li, an expert in computer vision, Pinscreen specializes in advanced generative AI technologies for the film industry and interactive experiences. The company offers comprehensive solutions for AI-driven lip sync, face reenactment, face swaps, de-aging, and avatar digitization. Its innovative technology enables the creation of realistic three-dimensional avatars from selfies, facilitating immersive mixed reality experiences for consumers and scalable content creation tools for professionals. Pinscreen has collaborated with prominent filmmakers and production studios, including Netflix, Amazon Studios, and Warner Bros. Notably, the company achieved several milestones, such as developing the first real-time deepfake technology and demonstrating AI lip sync for a complete feature film. Pinscreen is recognized for its contributions to neural rendering and digital human technology, having received accolades like the Epic MegaGrants in 2020 and participation in the NVIDIA Inception Program.
Owlchemy Labs
Series A in 2016
Owlchemy Labs LLC is a game studio based in Austin, Texas, founded in 2010. The company specializes in developing innovative and polished games, particularly in the virtual reality (VR) space. Owlchemy Labs is recognized for its mechanic-driven gameplay and has produced several original titles for over 20 desktop and mobile platforms. Notable games include Job Simulator, which was featured as a Sundance Official Selection, and Rick and Morty Simulator: Virtual Rick-ality, published by Adult Swim. Other acclaimed titles include Dyscourse, Jack Lumber, and Snuggle Truck. In addition to game development, Owlchemy Labs is actively involved in the VR community, having founded the VR Austin group, which boasts over 2,000 members, and frequently participates as speakers on VR topics globally.
Pinscreen
Seed Round in 2016
Pinscreen, Inc. is a technology company and visual effects studio based in Santa Monica, California, with a branch in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Founded in 2015 by Professor Hao Li, an expert in computer vision, Pinscreen specializes in advanced generative AI technologies for the film industry and interactive experiences. The company offers comprehensive solutions for AI-driven lip sync, face reenactment, face swaps, de-aging, and avatar digitization. Its innovative technology enables the creation of realistic three-dimensional avatars from selfies, facilitating immersive mixed reality experiences for consumers and scalable content creation tools for professionals. Pinscreen has collaborated with prominent filmmakers and production studios, including Netflix, Amazon Studios, and Warner Bros. Notably, the company achieved several milestones, such as developing the first real-time deepfake technology and demonstrating AI lip sync for a complete feature film. Pinscreen is recognized for its contributions to neural rendering and digital human technology, having received accolades like the Epic MegaGrants in 2020 and participation in the NVIDIA Inception Program.
Vicarious
Seed Round in 2016
Vicarious, Inc. is an entertainment platform based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2014. The company operates a virtual reality social media network that allows users to create and share immersive VR content using photos and videos from their mobile devices. By combining these media assets with stickers, 3D animated characters, audio, and various visual effects, Vicarious facilitates the creation of engaging VR slideshows. Its mobile application enhances accessibility, enabling users to view and generate VR content easily. Through its platform, Vicarious empowers individuals to share their stories in a visually dynamic format, promoting a fun and connected user experience in the realm of virtual reality.
Limitless Entertainment
Seed Round in 2016
Limitless Entertainment, founded in 2015 and headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, specializes in developing a cloud-based platform for creating virtual reality content. The company's patent-pending Limitless Creative VR Environment facilitates the animation and prototyping of interactive characters in virtual reality, catering to sectors such as video games and film. The platform offers both standard and premium interactive characters that respond to user inputs such as voice, gaze, and gestures. By leveraging the latest VR technologies, the platform simplifies the animation process, making it accessible to both newcomers and experienced creators. Limitless Entertainment focuses on enabling users to fully harness the potential of real-life interactive characters in immersive environments.
Symmetry Dimensions
Seed Round in 2016
Symmetry Dimensions Inc. aims to digitize real-world events and make them easy to use for everyone. We are progressing communications in smart city and urban planning with the development of a digital twin that enables a virtual reproduction of static and dynamic events happening in the real world along with the provision of a digital infrastructure that allows anyone to easily access such data.
Massless
Pre Seed Round in 2016
Massless Limited, established in 2014 and headquartered in Cambridge, UK, specializes in manufacturing hardware and software for three-dimensional interactions within augmented and virtual reality environments. The company's primary product is the Massless Pen, a tool designed to enhance collaboration among designers and engineers by bridging the gap between virtual designs and physical reality. Additionally, Massless develops advanced modeling tools tailored for 3D designers and engineers, enabling real-time manipulation of large datasets. Their products offer features such as high precision tracking, tactile feedback, surface sensing, and compatibility with industry standards like USB 3. Recently, Massless has expanded its services to facilitate NFT launches, generating over $50 million USD in revenue. The company's diverse team comprises physicists, engineers, entrepreneurs, and creatives, aiming to empower content creators while fostering innovation in the media and entertainment industry.
Spaces, officially formed in January 2016, says it’s already working on a range of VR and mixed-reality projects with companies including NBCUniversal, Microsoft, Big Blue Bubble and the Hettema Group. Platforms it’s developing for include Oculus Rift, HTC Vive, Microsoft HoloLens, Samsung Gear VR, PlayStation VR and Google Cardboard. “Spaces has a compelling and clear vision to be the catalyst for companies looking to create VR and MxR (mixed reality) experiences,” Comcast Ventures managing director Michael Yang said in a statement. “Spaces is combining remarkable capabilities, tools and creativity to push the boundaries of the VR frontier.”
Theta EdgeCloud
Seed Round in 2016
Theta EdgeCloud is the leading decentralized cloud for AI, media and entertainment. The platform empowers AI teams with unrivaled GPU price-to-performance as the first hybrid cloud-edge computing architecture. Strategic corporate investors include Samsung NEXT, Sony Innovation Fund, media investors BDMI Bertelsmann Digital Media Investments, CAA Creative Artists Agency, and traditional Silicon Valley VCs including DCM and Sierra Ventures.
Yamap is an internet company focused on developing mobile applications tailored for mountain climbing and outdoor activities. The company's flagship application utilizes GPS technology to help users determine their location, even in areas without mobile phone service coverage. In addition to navigation, Yamap offers a variety of trekking-related products and services, enhancing the outdoor experience for mountaineers and trekkers. By combining advanced technology with a deep understanding of outdoor needs, Yamap supports enthusiasts in exploring and enjoying nature safely and effectively.