DCU FinTech Innovation Center

Slyde is a music-based mobile application available on both iPhone and Android platforms, founded in 2012 by Edward Ludvigsen and Jason Peltz. Headquartered in New York, Slyde provides a cloud-based platform that enables artists to publish and release new music singles along with additional content in a single package. The application also facilitates monetization for artists by connecting them with brands through seamless digital sponsorships and activations. This integration allows artists not only to share their music but also to create content supported by brand sponsors, enhancing their reach and potential revenue streams.

Lendshift offers lending tools and systems for individuals, not-for-profits, and other non-bank entities. It strengthens community resilience and increases financial mobility by facilitating loans with 0-3% interest rates.

Quiltt provides a low-code, embeddable fintech infrastructure platform that simplifies access to account aggregation and transaction enrichment services. By consolidating resources from various vendors and APIs, Quiltt organizes and enriches financial data to offer a comprehensive view of users' financial needs and goals. This approach allows financial innovators to efficiently monitor expenses and manage their finances without the burden of developing in-house consumer fintech infrastructure. The company's mission is to facilitate fintech innovation by eliminating technical and commercial barriers, enabling developers to focus on building value-added solutions.

Operator is a developer of a low-code platform that enables users to create business applications efficiently. The platform empowers analysts to develop software solutions for common challenges without the need for coding or managing complex data integrations. By consolidating operational and financial data from various sources, including applications, spreadsheets, and data warehouses, Operator's technology facilitates the creation of streamlined workflows and applications. This approach significantly reduces the time and effort required by teams to handle manual tasks, thereby enhancing overall productivity and operational efficiency.

Otomo delivers self-driving finance as-a-service to retail financial institutions, fintech companies, and brands. The company offers an AI-powered platform that provides consumers with autonomous finance tools, designed to simplify their financial lives by eliminating forethought and guesswork. Additionally, Otomo enhances personal and financial wellness through a perks and rewards system that offers personalized discounts and incentives. This approach not only improves consumer engagement but also helps clients reduce churn and achieve positive returns. By creating an integrated and user-friendly experience, Otomo aims to transform the way individuals manage their finances.

Tally Street, Inc. is a Boston-based company that develops software aimed at improving cash flow for small and midsize businesses by leveraging their existing accounting data. The platform helps businesses uncover valuable insights about customer lifetime value, sales trends, and product pricing. It provides tools to identify profitable customers, assess risks, optimize sales funnels, and track key performance metrics such as customer retention rates and incoming cash flow forecasts. By employing artificial intelligence and statistical analysis, Tally Street enables business owners to make informed decisions, prioritize collections, and enhance overall financial performance. Incorporated in 2019, Tally Street focuses on assisting modern accounting and finance firms in serving their clients more efficiently and profitably.

Cambio Money is a financial services platform designed to simplify access to financial solutions for individuals and businesses. The company focuses on helping users save, grow, and manage their finances effectively. It offers a range of services, including online payments, transfers, currency exchange, and budgeting tools, all aimed at enhancing financial management. Additionally, Cambio incorporates AI-powered credit improvement technology to assist users in credit recovery, making it easier for them to plan, negotiate, and resolve issues related to high credit utilization. The platform prioritizes security to ensure the protection of users' financial information.

Pakira is a trading platform for physical commodities markets throughout their entire B2B supply chain from source to retail.

Secab is a service provider that supports entrepreneurs in chartered accountancy, law, and strategic consulting. Established in 2007, the company unites 12 firms across various locations in Eastern France, including Paris, Villeparisis, Melun, Montereau, Sens, Joigny, St. Florentin, and Fréjus. Secab offers a range of services, including bookkeeping, tax declarations, payroll management, and other related legal and social services. By leveraging a strong sales force and effective control over production processes, Secab has achieved a superior rate of return compared to the industry average. The company focuses on enhancing profitability for its clients, including business leaders, traders, and craftsmen, facilitating their growth through both organic and external means.

LionX is a developer of an online identity verification platform that focuses on enhancing consumer trust and loyalty through a commitment to privacy, transparency, and responsiveness. The platform enables companies to manage and share financial information securely, allowing consumers to control access to their personal data. By providing tools for consumers to revoke access, request confirmation for the deletion of personal information, and maintain their privacy rights, LionX empowers individuals to protect their identities while sharing information safely. This approach fosters a trustworthy relationship between businesses and consumers, aligning with the growing demand for privacy-focused solutions in the digital landscape.

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Blocksyte has created a comprehensive, low cost and simple to use self-configuration blockchain solution platform adaptable to multiple industries. We provide a one-stop application that removes the complexity of integrating with myriad complex blockchain networks (IBM, SAP, Oracle etc...). Blocksyte provides a full end to end application and API for “certificate-based and blockchain secured data, documents and smart-contracts” to optimize supply chain logistics for Small to Medium sized businesses ("SMB's). Our solution tracks GPS location, temperature, humidity, shock, tampering, altitude and provides instant feedback to help you run your business more efficiently.

BlockTEST develops and optimizes blockchain solutions to manage the business supply chain. BlockTEST was founded in 2018 and was headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Wunderite, Inc. develops software specifically designed for the insurance industry, aiming to enhance the efficiency of insurance agencies in the digital era. Founded in 2018 and based in Bourne, Massachusetts, the company offers a platform that automates the submission of insurance applications and facilitates online application processes. Its software utilizes data sets and APIs to provide valuable insights for decision-makers, while features like customer risk profiling, deal collaboration, and digital signatures enable agents and their clients to complete applications more swiftly. With a team composed of industry veterans, Wunderite is committed to supporting insurance professionals in navigating the digital landscape.

ExSeed Health Limited, based in London, United Kingdom, specializes in home sperm testing solutions designed to assess fertility through sperm count and motility. The company offers a sperm testing device that utilizes micro-optic technology for accurate measurement of sperm quality, complemented by an intelligent lifestyle app. This app provides personalized lifestyle intervention supplements based on scientifically researched data, empowering users to enhance their reproductive health. Founded in 2017, ExSeed Health markets its products both online and in physical stores, making it accessible for individuals seeking to evaluate and improve their sperm quality in the privacy of their own homes.

iink Payments is a fintech company specializing in financial services for restoration professionals in the wake of insured property losses. The company offers a digital payments network that streamlines the process of verifying and disbursing insurance proceeds, allowing contractors to receive payments more efficiently. With its technology, iink Payments enables restoration professionals to endorse and access property insurance payments electronically, significantly reducing the payment time. Reports indicate that the platform can facilitate payments up to 60 times faster than traditional methods, helping both property owners and contractors return to normalcy more swiftly after a property disaster.

Paerpay is a Boston-based company founded in 2017 that provides a contactless payment solution for merchants across the United States. The company offers an application that allows users to scan a code at their table to create a new bill or connect to an existing one, facilitating payments, splitting costs, tipping, and managing bills seamlessly. This service eliminates the need for merchants to change their point-of-sale systems or payment processors, and it does not require customers to download any additional applications. Paerpay aims to enhance the dining experience by providing a simple and efficient way for patrons to handle their transactions.

Unadat enables individuals, families, and organizations to make financial decisions by providing peer-support systems and visualizations. Its free-for-users tools empower family members and friends with control over their financial data, life goals, and fundraisers, transforming the way we experience money for everything from debt and savings to budgeting and investing. Unadat partners with influential fintech providers and self-made money coach alike to give everyone a leg up in a complicated financial world through market-leading dashboards, user-pushed demand for services, and pre-packaged solutions.

Everyday Life Insurance is an innovative company based in Boston, Massachusetts, focused on enhancing financial security for middle-income families through technology. Founded in 2018, the company offers a unique insurance concierge platform that streamlines the life insurance acquisition process. Its flagship product, Predictive Protection, automatically adjusts coverage based on significant life events such as aging children or retirement, helping consumers save money. By leveraging an algorithm that integrates individual responses with population data, Everyday Life provides personalized life insurance recommendations, enabling customers to obtain tailored and cost-effective insurance plans.

Bitbridge is an MIT-spun hedge fund that focuses on global cryptocurrency markets.

Databento offers a streamlined platform for accessing financial market data, founded by professionals with backgrounds in trading and engineering from leading quantitative hedge funds. The company provides a self-service model that allows users to access live exchange feeds and vast amounts of historical data efficiently. Clients can choose between a pay-as-you-go system or flat-rate pricing, providing flexibility based on their needs. By hosting servers in colocation facilities at various trading venues, Databento ensures low-latency and high-fidelity data capture directly from the source. Its platform also automates data licensing and reduces onboarding time, making it easier for businesses and financial institutions to obtain reliable, institutional-grade data while minimizing storage costs.

FilingMate is a developer of a record-keeping platform tailored for insurance companies, focusing on regulatory filings and data submissions. The platform streamlines the management of various filing requirements imposed by state regulators, allowing clients to efficiently find, complete, review, and submit necessary forms. By organizing common compliance requests in an intuitive interface, FilingMate helps professionals in compliance, finance, underwriting, and claims to reduce repetitive tasks, minimize errors, and accelerate the review and approval process. This innovative solution aims to simplify the complexities associated with insurance regulation, akin to a "TurboTax for Insurance Companies."

Surround Insurance is an InsurTech company established in 2018 by Jonathon Grayson and Kate Terry, based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The company specializes in providing property and casualty insurance products specifically designed for young urban professionals. Surround Insurance focuses on creating simple and easy-to-understand insurance bundles that address the unique risk gaps faced by its target audience. Utilizing a technology platform that customizes insurance solutions, the company tailors its offerings to fit the lifestyles of modern consumers, ensuring that their systems are relevant and straightforward.

Elphi is a financial technology company that provides a loan origination platform aimed at enhancing the efficiency of the mortgage life cycle. By offering solutions to credit unions, mortgage banks, and business purpose lenders, Elphi streamlines processes from origination to securitization. The platform automates repetitive tasks, significantly reducing the time required to originate loans. This efficiency allows lenders to close loans more quickly, lower closing costs, and better respond to changing borrower demands.

Jointly is a mobile application designed to facilitate self-organized disaster relief, enabling communities to recover more effectively after disasters. The platform connects disaster victims with volunteers, allowing individuals to request assistance through various services and donations. By focusing on peer-to-peer support, Jointly aims to minimize resource waste, reduce service duplication, and expedite recovery processes for both individuals and communities. The app emphasizes the importance of long-term recovery, helping to ensure that affected areas can rebuild and sustain themselves after a crisis.

Castalune is a predictive software prototype for distributed renewable energy resource optimization.

Vincere Health Inc. is a health technology company based in Allston, Massachusetts, founded in 2019 at the Harvard Innovation Labs. The company has developed a mobile application aimed at assisting users in quitting smoking and making healthier choices through a combination of behavioral nudges, incentives, and evidence-based interventions. Users can set personal health goals and test their adherence by using an attachable breathalyzer device to track their smoking habits daily. The platform offers immediate financial rewards for users who reduce their smoking and ultimately quit. Additionally, Vincere Health provides personalized coaching and real-time progress tracking to support chronic disease management and promote healthier lifestyle choices, addressing significant healthcare challenges primarily focused on smoking cessation.

Hound Software specializes in digital process automation for financial institutions, focusing on resolving critical and time-sensitive situations through the use of automation and artificial intelligence. The company's platform is designed to automate customer service and compliance processes while managing large volumes of transactions. By streamlining daily manual tasks associated with issues such as fraud, collections, and compliance, Hound Software enables businesses to deploy end-to-end processes efficiently across both technical and organizational boundaries. This approach helps financial institutions enhance their operational efficiency and responsiveness to mission-critical situations.

Reggora, Inc. is an appraisal technology company based in Boston, Massachusetts, that specializes in providing a cloud-based platform for mortgage lenders and real estate appraisers. The software automates various manual processes, from order allocation to quality control, which helps reduce costs and increase efficiency. It offers tools for lenders that enhance customization and streamline tasks related to accounting and underwriting. For appraisers, Reggora provides management tools that facilitate the appraisal process and improve operational efficiency. This two-sided platform aims to deliver higher-quality appraisals and quicker turnaround times, allowing appraisers to manage more orders effectively. Reggora was founded in 2016 and was previously known as Sonder Partners, LLC before rebranding in May 2017.

Zamp is a mobile location-based service designed for travelers, enabling them to discover and connect with others in real-time. Through the platform, users can exchange travel tips, arrange meetups, coordinate ride sharing, and track their travel statistics, including miles traveled and favorite airlines. Additionally, service providers gain valuable feedback from their customers, enhancing their offerings. In a separate venture, Zamp operates as a restaurant entity in Brazil, creating and managing food establishments under the Burger King and Popeyes brands, benefiting from its partnership with Vinci Capital Gestora de Recursos Ltda. This dual focus on travel connectivity and food service positions Zamp uniquely in the market.

Edmit is an educational technology company focused on enhancing transparency in higher education costs and value. The platform offers personalized data concerning scholarships, financial aid, employment outcomes, and student debt. By providing this comprehensive information, Edmit helps college-bound students and their families assess the overall costs and affordability of various colleges, enabling them to make informed decisions regarding their educational investments.

Posh is a conversational AI and NLP technology development company that enables developers to deliver a new way to interact with users. With Posh, website actions that takes minutes to complete can be sped up to just seconds with a simple message from bots. Companies in finanical services, healthcare, utilities, and beyond are using the Posh platform to re-create call centers and automate routine requests for both customers and staff while saving time and money. The company wants to make the internet experience easier and more enjoyable. Posh was launched on 2015 and is based in Boston, Massachusetts.

Envel, Inc. is a financial services company based in Boston, Massachusetts, that focuses on providing innovative banking solutions for Generation Z and younger millennials. Founded in 2017, Envel offers an artificial intelligence-based retail banking platform designed to assist users in managing their finances effectively. This platform utilizes machine learning and behavioral science to create a personalized money management system that organizes income, optimizes savings, and minimizes unnecessary spending. By analyzing individual spending habits, Envel's technology autonomously allocates funds into various categories, helping users achieve financial stability and build wealth. Initially targeting college students, the company aims to support over one million individuals in managing their finances and reducing debt.

KingsCrowd is an online platform based in San Francisco that specializes in private market ratings and analytics for equity crowdfunding. Founded in 2018, the company aims to assist both retail investors and institutions in navigating the complex landscape of startup investing. By providing comprehensive insights, analytics, and ratings, KingsCrowd enables users to identify valuable investment opportunities and make informed decisions. The platform leverages predictive artificial intelligence to highlight key factors that contribute to successful startup investments. Additionally, KingsCrowd offers a suite of support products, including research, recommendations, and financial tools, designed to empower individuals to invest in startups with confidence.

PayByCar is a Boston-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in in-vehicle payment solutions for drive-up retailers. Its innovative software allows users to make payments for gas, food, and automotive services directly from their vehicles using existing toll transponders, such as E-ZPass. By integrating the driver, vehicle, mobile phone, and retailer point of sale through the Internet of Things (IoT), PayByCar streamlines the payment process, reducing hassle and enhancing security for consumers. The platform is designed to facilitate a variety of transactions, including curbside pickups, parking fees, and drive-thru orders, all aimed at improving the convenience of on-the-go payments.

Tunnel is a developer of cloud-based payment software that facilitates real-time global cross-currency payments without transaction fees. Utilizing distributed ledger technology, Tunnel offers its own payment infrastructure, including application programming interfaces and mobile applications. This innovative approach allows both individuals and companies to conduct transactions securely and efficiently, minimizing costs associated with traditional payment methods while enhancing fraud prevention.

Alacris provides advanced identification and access security software and certificate management products. Alacris looks to help clients manage trusted digital identities across a wide variety of security technologies, platforms, architectures and devices. Alacris was acquired by Microsoft in September, 2005.

Novo is a digital banking platform designed for small business owners, entrepreneurs, and freelancers, offering enhanced business deposit accounts. It utilizes a network of FDIC-insured community banks to provide financial services tailored to the needs of today's companies. Founded in 2018 by Tyler McIntyre and Michael Rangel, Novo aims to simplify banking activities by integrating analytical and fraud notifications into its applications. Initially known as Novo Financial Corp., the company is headquartered in Miami, Florida.

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Harbor is a provider of an innovative sales intelligence and automation platform tailored for independent professionals such as financial advisors, accountants, and lawyers. The company offers an intelligent sales assistant that automates sales conversations, allowing users to concentrate on managing their businesses. Harbor's platform features the Harbor Plan, which includes two specialized quizzes: the Financial Health Quiz and the Investor Personality Quiz. These quizzes help assess potential clients' financial situations, priorities, and investment personalities, thus enabling better qualification of leads compared to traditional methods. Additionally, Harbor operates as a multi-channel lead-generation platform, facilitating communication through text, voicemails, phone calls, and emails, all managed through a dedicated phone number. This comprehensive approach enhances sales conversion rates and strengthens client relationships, all at a significantly lower cost compared to hiring sales specialists.

StackUp delivers investment portfolio monitoring and data-driven analysis. Users are aware of how effectively they are managing their financial future. It makes it easy to identify and connect with top-rated financial advisors when need a new one.

Arwen gives protection while trade on cryptocurrency exchanges. They are a team of seasoned experts in cryptography, network and cloud security. Arwen aims to be the most secure standard of trading as a technology built for centralized cryptocurrency exchanges. Their protocol and system has been developed by a team with over a decade of expertise in cryptographic standards and network security. They are building better crypto trading infrastructure and have the best team in the business.

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TowerIQ, Inc. specializes in developing an enterprise software platform tailored for the insurance industry. Founded in 2017 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, the company offers a broker-first platform designed to enhance transparency in insurance markets. Its solution simplifies and automates workflows, connects data and systems, and improves data quality and validation. By facilitating robust communication and providing valuable data insights, TowerIQ enables brokers, managing general agents (MGAs), and carriers to streamline the end-to-end insurance experience. This low-touch technology platform allows brokers and agents to focus on addressing clients' business challenges, ultimately enhancing client retention and satisfaction while enabling firms to win more business.

Finnest, Inc. is a Boston-based company founded in 2016 that develops application software aimed at teaching children and teenagers essential financial skills through gamification. The mobile app and secured debit card account provide tools and activities designed to instill good money habits, covering topics such as financial education, personal finance, savings, and responsible spending. By facilitating easier transfers between parents and their children, Finnest encourages young users to save and grow their money while fostering an understanding of money management and investment. The platform represents an innovative approach to financial literacy for the younger generation.

Acceleron Bank specializes in foreign exchange payment services, aiming to simplify currency risk management for its clients. The bank's platform consolidates various functions, eliminating the necessity for multiple vendors and connections. By providing users with up-to-date information on currency exchange rates and methodologies, Acceleron Bank enhances the efficiency of foreign exchange transactions. Its API-driven technology integrates seamlessly within existing systems, allowing banks to reduce provider costs while improving their transaction processes. This comprehensive approach positions Acceleron Bank as a key player in addressing the complexities of foreign exchange management for businesses.

Stavvy, Inc. is a financial technology company based in Boston, Massachusetts, that specializes in a digital mortgage vendor platform aimed at transforming the lending experience. Founded in 2018 and originally named Stavros Technologies, the company provides tools such as Stavvy Connect, which facilitates secure communication and access to vendor data for mortgage banking professionals during the underwriting and settlement processes. Additionally, Stavvy Notarize enables title agents, lawyers, and notaries to conduct virtual closings and meetings in real-time using web conference technology. By eliminating paper-based processes and enhancing communication, Stavvy aims to improve operational efficiency while minimizing risk for its users in the mortgage industry.

BastionZero is a technology developer focused on enhancing security for cryptocurrency trading. The company's software enables traders to retain custody of their digital assets while engaging with centralized exchanges, effectively protecting them from potential risks associated with compromised platforms. Utilizing a unique cryptographic security architecture, BastionZero's solution eliminates single points of compromise and mitigates software supply chain vulnerabilities. This approach allows both individual and institutional traders to securely execute trades without relinquishing control of their coins, which can remain safely stored in their wallets or custodial services. The technology is compatible with major cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, Bitcoin Cash, Litecoin, and ZCash, providing a robust layer of decentralized security for participants in the cryptocurrency market.

MakeCents specializes in providing innovative payment solutions that enhance sales and profitability for businesses. Their Pay-By-Bank options offer secure and efficient alternatives to traditional credit card payment methods. The platform caters to various needs, from simple payment gateway plugins for WooCommerce stores to complex, API-driven solutions for larger e-commerce enterprises. Utilizing blockchain technology, MakeCents facilitates high-volume transactions with minimal intermediaries, ensuring quick and transparent payment processing. By leveraging distributed ledger technology and modern cryptographic methods, MakeCents delivers a secure ecosystem that significantly reduces costs compared to conventional payment systems, enabling clients to optimize their payment processes effectively.

SpotMe is an enterprise event platform focused on enhancing customer relationships through scalable solutions. The platform facilitates hybrid, virtual, and in-person events, providing a branded and compliant event application that delivers personalized experiences and deep data insights integrated into customer relationship management systems. SpotMe prides itself on offering 24/7 instant support and white-glove service. It is utilized by over 12,000 global business leaders, including prominent firms in the life sciences, professional services, technology, finance, and manufacturing sectors.

Immersion Analytics specializes in holographic data visualization software that transforms complex multivariate data into immersive, three-dimensional experiences. This innovative platform allows users to intuitively analyze and understand data across multiple dimensions, which enhances their ability to identify anomalies and make informed decisions more rapidly than traditional methods. By integrating human insight with advanced technology, Immersion Analytics enables both businesses and independent software vendors to leverage their existing systems for enhanced data analysis. The company's approach is designed to democratize data comprehension, making it accessible to everyday users without requiring deep expertise in artificial intelligence or machine learning. This unique capability is expected to significantly expand users' perspectives on data, thereby facilitating more effective data storytelling and insight sharing.

Skydeo, Inc. specializes in providing mobile audience data and insights tailored for sectors such as automotive, financial services, technology, mobile gaming, and retail. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, the company offers a brand intelligence platform that delivers valuable demographic information, including age, gender, income, and home ownership, to assist brands and agencies in crafting effective marketing strategies. Skydeo's solutions enable advertisers to achieve high-performance audience targeting across various channels, including programmatic, paid social, and connected TV platforms. By leveraging deterministic mobile data, Skydeo supports the development of scalable media plans, making it a prominent player in the mobile audience data landscape in the United States.

Matchupbox proposes Digital Identity and Personal Data services around its PikcioChain, a proprietary modular permissioned-based blockchain, After three years of R&D, the PikcioChain creates an intelligent, secure and unique transactional eco-system. Based on the data exchanged or collected, the smart contracts developed by MatchupBox perform on demand specific tasks (payment, renewal, upgrades, supports, product and services search and booking.) By exemple, KYC process costs more than $10 Billion a year to US banks. MatchupBox builds an eco-system to facilitate on-demand, secure access to Personal Data and Digital Identity via its PikcioChain, so background and personal information verification checks no longer needed to be undertaken from the ground up every time. This reduces the overall cost of KYC, remove inefficiencies, enhance security and privacy, improving customer experience.

ILA Capital specializes in providing alternative fixed income solutions and investment management services to its clients. The firm focuses on developing both short and long-term strategies for acquiring and managing portfolio holdings. In addition to traditional investment management, ILA Capital has developed an internal research and analytics platform that utilizes artificial intelligence and machine learning. This platform is designed to deliver investment data insights, helping clients identify loans with the highest potential for outperformance. Clients can access, review, and purchase loans directly through this innovative platform, enhancing their investment decision-making process.

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FiVerity, Inc., based in Boston, specializes in AI and machine learning software solutions designed to combat cyber fraud within the financial sector. The company focuses on meeting the specific needs of banks, credit unions, and credit card providers by enhancing their consumer-facing business processes, including application processing, credit verification, and customer onboarding. FiVerity's platform facilitates real-time information sharing among data providers and supports anti-fraud efforts through the anonymized exchange of intelligence. This enables financial institutions to accelerate the detection and prevention of both known and emerging fraud, offering proactive alerts, transparent risk scoring, and automated fraud classification. By employing a predictive and proactive approach, FiVerity aids its clients in refining internal processes, ultimately reducing fraud-related losses and promoting sustainable growth.

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Tengu is a Platform-as-a-Service solution that addresses the challenges companies face in managing and utilizing their data. Many organizations struggle with disparate data across various departments, creating isolated data islands that hinder effective data-driven decision-making. Tengu's platform connects to these diverse data sources, streamlining and standardizing the data through custom-designed data pipelines. This functionality allows data scientists to leverage machine learning and artificial intelligence, while business analysts can easily input data into dashboards and business intelligence tools for real-time insights. Beyond its technological offerings, Tengu emphasizes user convenience and provides additional services such as workshops and a DataOps Community, where professionals can share knowledge and collaborate on data solutions. By helping companies clarify their data needs and objectives, Tengu facilitates a more efficient, data-driven approach to business.

FirstBlood is a blockchain-based eSports platform that facilitates direct player challenges and rewards through competitive matches. Built on the Ethereum blockchain, it enables gamers to connect, compete, and earn rewards in a variety of video game titles. The platform supports remote tournaments and competitions, featuring a ladder system that allows for extended gameplay even in titles lacking traditional head-to-head or multiplayer formats. By enabling players to establish consensus on match results, FirstBlood enhances the competitive gaming experience across a diverse range of games.

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Digital Onboarding Inc. develops a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform aimed at simplifying the new account activation process for banks and credit unions. Founded in 2015 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, the company offers an automated onboarding solution that enhances customer engagement by providing tools for seamless communication across multiple channels. Its platform facilitates the adoption of account-related services such as direct deposit and online bill pay by sending personalized email and SMS reminders that guide users through their financial journey. This approach not only improves activation rates but also helps financial institutions foster stronger, more profitable relationships with their customers and members. Digital Onboarding was previously known as Salesbrief Inc. before its rebranding in 2017.

ARAMIS srl is an innovative engineering research and development consulting company that specializes in providing services to industrial companies. Founded by a group of PhD researchers from the Politecnico di Milano, ARAMIS has over 25 years of experience in developing advanced methodologies and algorithms for the analysis of industrial systems and components. The company offers a range of services, including logistics and operations analysis, risk and vulnerability assessments, asset management, predictive maintenance, and artificial intelligence solutions. By delivering customized and optimal solutions, ARAMIS assists clients in making informed decisions to navigate complex business challenges effectively.

Candidly is an AI-driven student debt and savings optimization platform. It offers individuals and families through every step of the planning, borrowing, and repayment experience.

Own Up is a home loan marketplace designed to assist clients in locating suitable mortgages and lenders. The company focuses on ensuring that borrowers do not overpay for their mortgage by providing customized data that clearly outlines the appropriate payment amounts. Its services include tools for evaluating lenders, determining affordability, comparing loan offers, and obtaining pre-approval letters on demand. This comprehensive approach aims to optimize and simplify the home financing process for users.

Energetic Capital was created to catalyze deployment of renewable energy with a focus on sub-investment grade and unrated credit risks. Our process is faster and more scalable than any existing financing options, allowing more organizations to access and procure clean energy and efficiency solutions. We provide a comprehensive financing package that unlocks the benefits of efficient and affordable financing for renewable energy.

Doni is an online platform that offers innovative banking and fintech solutions tailored for Generation Z. It focuses on providing consumers with the necessary tools to achieve their personal goals through a unique, socially-driven approach. The platform allows users to create personalized wishlists and connects them with friends, family, banks, insurers, marketers, and retailers, fostering collaboration to realize their aspirations. By integrating various stakeholders, Doni aims to enhance the goal-setting experience, making it more engaging and effective. The application promotes communication around users' dreams, enabling them to come together and work towards achieving their objectives in a fun and supportive environment.

LearnLux Inc. operates a digital platform focused on providing independent financial and benefits education, particularly aimed at millennials. Founded in 2014 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, the platform offers unbiased and customized financial education, guiding users through personal financial decisions while helping them understand their financial needs and options. Users can earn credits towards new accounts and connect with financial institutions through the platform. Additionally, LearnLux empowers employers to provide financial wellness as a benefit, integrating digital lessons, interactive tools, and resources with on-demand access to financial advisors, thereby promoting independent and holistic financial well-being among employees.

Adjoint, Inc. is a provider of blockchain technology-based software solutions tailored for the financial sector. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, the company develops comprehensive software suites, including Adjoint Uplink and Adjoint X Suite. Adjoint Uplink automates complex multi-party transaction workflows, converting them into secure digital processes for various organizations. Meanwhile, Adjoint X Suite facilitates the deployment and management of Adjoint Uplink and smart distributed ledger technology, allowing for the creation of smart contracts using specialized programming languages. The company's offerings serve diverse areas such as treasury management, banking, capital markets, insurance, and energy trading. Adjoint's solutions are designed to enhance efficiency, security, and compliance in financial operations, helping enterprises reduce costs and manage risk effectively.

Doni is an online platform that offers innovative banking and fintech solutions tailored for Generation Z. It focuses on providing consumers with the necessary tools to achieve their personal goals through a unique, socially-driven approach. The platform allows users to create personalized wishlists and connects them with friends, family, banks, insurers, marketers, and retailers, fostering collaboration to realize their aspirations. By integrating various stakeholders, Doni aims to enhance the goal-setting experience, making it more engaging and effective. The application promotes communication around users' dreams, enabling them to come together and work towards achieving their objectives in a fun and supportive environment.

Good Growth Capital is a venture capital firm based in Charleston, South Carolina, specializing in early-stage investments in transformative science and technology companies. The firm focuses on sectors such as life sciences, data sciences, and greentech/hard sciences, aiming to deliver exceptional returns for its investors. Good Growth Capital is known for its ability to source, assess, and invest in innovative businesses that are poised for growth, particularly in software, healthcare technology systems, materials and resources, and energy sectors. The firm emphasizes a strategic approach to identifying opportunities that leverage cutting-edge advancements to drive positive change and economic value.

Immi is a food product manufacturer intended to provide instant ramen with low net carb and high protein. The company's products include high fiber, low sodium, plant-based, and keto-friendly instant ramen, providing healthy quick meal to consumers.

Personal Capital Corporation is a digital wealth management company that offers financial advisory services and innovative software solutions to help individuals manage their finances effectively. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Redwood Shores, California, the company provides tools that allow users to monitor income, spending, and investment performance in one place. Its services include wealth management, personalized financial planning, risk assessments, and investment checkup tools. With a user base exceeding 2.5 million customers, Personal Capital combines advanced technology with expert guidance from registered investment advisors to deliver customized financial strategies aligned with clients' goals. Originally known as SafeCorp Financial Corp., the company rebranded to Personal Capital in June 2010, reflecting its commitment to enhancing personal financial management through technology.

PersonalVC is an AI-based platform that enables personalized matching between startup founders, venture investors, and advisors. PersonalVC was founded in 2014 and was headquartered in Boston, United States.

Arx Urban provides advice, management, development, and acquisition of real estate. They engage in consulting activities related to entitlement, development, financing, and disposal. They maximize impact with careful monitoring and tenant feedback.

Katapal, Inc. is a Boston-based company that specializes in community gift card programs designed to support local businesses. Founded in 2015, it offers a unique gift card that can be used at various participating local merchants within a selected community. This approach allows gift givers to provide a personalized experience while simultaneously promoting local economic activity. The gift card serves as a versatile option for consumers looking to support their community during special occasions, effectively combining thoughtful giving with local commerce. By facilitating connections between consumers and local merchants, Katapal fosters a sense of community and encourages the circulation of funds within local economies.

QuantUniversity specializes in custom consulting services focused on data analytics, quantitative finance, and machine learning. The firm provides modeling and advisory services to various clients, facilitating the development, validation, and auditing of quantitative finance applications. Additionally, QuantUniversity conducts workshops in data science and machine learning across the United States, offering strategic advice and tailored solutions to enhance performance and optimization for its clients. Through deep engagement and collaboration, the company aims to deliver significant value, ultimately improving clients' return on investment in their projects.

Arbitrage Technologies specializes in developing advanced trading systems designed to connect and interconnect major financial exchanges worldwide. The company focuses on creating an ultra low latency trading platform that enhances market efficiency. Their innovative technologies are packaged in user-friendly software toolkits that are unique in the marketplace and have already received certification for trading on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. Through these efforts, Arbitrage Technologies aims to improve market quality and accessibility for traders and investors.

Arbitrage Ed is a financial education platform designed to enhance individuals' understanding of personal finance and investing. The company produces short videos accompanied by relevant questions and research tools, facilitating an engaging learning experience. Its offerings include a variety of educational resources such as videos, media content, and problem sets, all aimed at improving financial literacy and enabling users to make informed decisions regarding their personal finances. Through its innovative approach, Arbitrage Ed seeks to empower individuals by providing them with the knowledge and skills necessary for effective financial management.

CurrencyDoc offers a mobile app-powered multi-currency prepaid debit card designed for convenient currency exchange. This card allows users to hold multiple currencies and access funds at various merchants and ATM locations. By streamlining the currency exchange process, CurrencyDoc aims to provide a transparent and economical solution for consumers managing different currencies.

Bullseye is a company that specializes in providing a mobile platform for investors to engage in discussions about stock opportunities. The service features daily stock discussions and delivers relevant, up-to-date investment information. Users can participate in private group chats, allowing them to connect and share insights with other investors. By focusing on a mobile-first experience, Bullseye aims to facilitate meaningful conversations and enhance the investment decision-making process for its users.

Alt-Options is a financial service company that strives to solve the liquidity problem related to the developing virtual currency market, creating a platform and algorithms needed to price derivative products and facilitate trading. Alt-Options currently provides standardized option contracts on BTC/USD currency pairs, among other products. Join us on Facebook and Twitter, and feel free to reach out to our team via email. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/altoptions Twitter: https://twitter.com/AltOptionsLLC Google+: google.com/+Altoptionsllc

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Allowance is a freelance app service that creates an online marketplace connecting working professionals (Patrons) with college students (Students) through the trade of services. With our service, Patrons will post non-licensed/non-contracted jobs and students will have the ability to complete these tasks while being provided an alternative income source by completing these chores posted by the Patron. With a better way to earn money and the utilization of financial technology, Allowance helps students alleviate the financial burden of obtaining a college education.

Sandbox Banking is a developer of a banking platform that facilitates the integration of new fintech software with existing financial systems. The company aims to democratize digital transformation in the financial sector by providing secure and scalable integration technology. Its platform includes a web-based integration builder and API management tools that allow banking institutions to efficiently build, manage, and monetize banking-as-a-service solutions. With the ability to edit templates, Sandbox Banking offers clients the flexibility needed to address their unique data and architectural requirements. This approach enables banks and credit unions to safely test and integrate fintech products while addressing challenges related to data security and legacy system compatibility, thereby fostering innovation in financial services.

Collective Capital is an investment vehicle focused on directing capital towards initiatives and investments that yield positive social impact. The organization aims to achieve significant economic returns while prioritizing social good, thereby aligning financial objectives with broader societal benefits. By strategically investing in various projects, Collective Capital seeks to foster sustainable growth and contribute to meaningful change in communities.

Own Up is a home loan marketplace designed to assist clients in locating suitable mortgages and lenders. The company focuses on ensuring that borrowers do not overpay for their mortgage by providing customized data that clearly outlines the appropriate payment amounts. Its services include tools for evaluating lenders, determining affordability, comparing loan offers, and obtaining pre-approval letters on demand. This comprehensive approach aims to optimize and simplify the home financing process for users.

Stock Rover is a web application that enhances the investment research process for users by providing a comprehensive equity research platform. It simplifies the way investors conduct research, make decisions, and monitor their investments. The platform features tools for screening, stock and ETF comparisons, portfolio analytics, and advanced charting capabilities. Additionally, it offers real-time alerts, stock ratings, and access to earnings calendars, all designed to streamline the research process. By integrating with brokerage accounts, Stock Rover empowers investors to make informed decisions that align with their investment strategies.

Blueleaf is a financial relationship management platform designed to streamline wealth management processes for its users. The platform provides real-time reporting through branded portals, offering insights into balances, performance, asset allocation, and detailed holdings. With features such as account aggregation, Blueleaf automatically identifies assets, facilitating enhanced communication and collaboration between financial advisors and their clients. By simplifying traditional reporting tasks and reducing operational burdens, Blueleaf enables financial advisors to focus on delivering quality financial advice, ultimately helping them increase their revenue and expand their client base.

Elsen Inc. is a financial technology company based in Boston, Massachusetts, founded in 2013. It specializes in providing a cloud-based high-performance computing platform designed for financial applications. The company's platform-as-a-service solution enables large financial institutions to efficiently manage, access, and utilize vast quantities of data. By leveraging an accelerated computing engine and graphical processing unit-based algorithms, Elsen helps businesses optimize their data, resources, and vendor relationships. This allows financial firms to make informed decisions more quickly and achieve improved insights and return on investment.