Opaque is a startup that helps organizations analyze encrypted data in the cloud. Opaque Systems offers a service for secure data analytics and machine learning in the cloud. Opaque commercializes the open source MC2 Platform, which leverages a novel combination of two key technologies layered on top of state-of-the-art cloud security—secure hardware enclaves and cryptographic fortification.
Dynaboard is a developer of a collaborative prototyping platform tailored for full-stack web application development. The platform offers a range of features, including real-time collaboration tools, customizable UI/UX components, and seamless integration with databases and applications. By simplifying the development process, Dynaboard empowers engineers, analysts, and business stakeholders to create custom software efficiently. Its focus on optimizing performance and security best practices allows businesses of all sizes to enhance their capabilities without straining resources. Through its innovative approach, Dynaboard facilitates a more inclusive and streamlined development experience for teams.
Developer of financial software designed to plan personal finance. The company's platform converts clients' cash into USDC, a digital stablecoin backed by traditional reserves of cash and treasuries, and holds cryptocurrencies, enabling users to get options that involve much less risk to deposit their fiat currency into their accounts.
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Ponder Data Inc. specializes in providing enterprise-ready tools that facilitate rapid and flexible experimentation with data at scale. The company's platform is designed to enhance productivity for data teams by enabling them to obtain insights more swiftly, utilizing familiar tools. Ponder's technology focuses on maintaining scalable machine learning and analytics capabilities, allowing users to handle workloads of varying sizes while preserving the user-friendly nature of the pandas API. This approach empowers organizations to perform data science tasks efficiently and effectively, making it easier for teams to derive valuable insights from their data.
Block Tackle is a San-Francisco-based studio dedicated to creating the first generation of fun-first blockchain games. It is actively building an engaged community around its debut game, SkateX, in the run-up to its highly anticipated drop of a collection of 3D animated skateboard NFTs.
NuCicer is a crop genetics company pioneering ultra-high protein varieties of chickpea. The company was founded in 2019 and is based in Davis, California.
PING, Inc. is a company that manufactures and sells golf equipment, including grips, apparel, bags, gloves, headwear, towels, headcovers, and umbrellas. Established in 1959, the company is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, and distributes its products through various retailers both in the United States and internationally, as well as through online channels. In a separate context, a different company named Ping, founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, specializes in AI-powered timekeeping solutions for lawyers and data analytics for large law firms, addressing major challenges in the legal industry. However, PING, Inc. focuses exclusively on the golf equipment market.
UserFocus is a user research platform that helps companies conduct, organize, and analyze user interviews. The company is on a mission to help companies build better products and services for their customers. It promotes user-centricity by making qualitative data readable, reliable, and accessible to not just product teams but to everyone in the organization.
Parade operates an on-demand mobile marketplace designed for the long-haul trucking industry, facilitating connections between carriers seeking backhaul opportunities and shippers. The company's technology streamlines the booking process by allowing carriers to find and book loads quickly, while also providing notifications when freight schedules are at risk, helping to mitigate potential storage fees and detention costs. Parade's platform leverages historical data and real-time market trends to enhance capacity management, enabling clients to optimize load fulfillment and improve overall efficiency in freight management. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Parade was previously known as Dray Technologies Inc.
MicroByre, Inc. is a biotechnology company founded in 2017 and headquartered in Berkeley, California. The company focuses on developing genetically tractable strains from non-model micro-species, specializing in the domestication and genetic engineering of bacteria that are typically resistant to industrial applications. By utilizing a unique technology platform, MicroByre creates a reliable and generalizable domestication pipeline that supports fermentation processes. Its machine-learning platform analyzes a comprehensive dataset to identify bacteria that meet specific industrial functional criteria, facilitating precise genetic modifications. This approach provides clients with enhanced flexibility and yield while reducing the need for nutritional additives and improving contamination tolerance and phage resistance. Overall, MicroByre serves the biotechnology sector by addressing challenges in microbial utilization for industrial purposes.
Provider of digitally bundled insurance services intended to protect assets and lives. The company's services seamlessly bundle life insurance with homeowner insurance when users buy a house or refinance their mortgage, enabling homeowners and homebuyers to protect their families from unexpected events.
MosaicVoice develops an AI-driven platform designed to enhance the Quality Assurance processes in call centers. The software automates the monitoring of customer interactions by listening to conversations in real-time, allowing for immediate identification of compliance violations. By providing agents with real-time guidance and comprehensive analytics for both voice and video calls, MosaicVoice enables businesses to improve customer interactions while ensuring adherence to compliance standards. This innovative approach reduces the reliance on manual oversight, streamlining operations and enhancing overall performance in call center environments.
Klothed is the first eCommerce technology company to leverage the latest in computer graphics, vision, and machine learning to develop a social and style-focused experience for virtual try-on. Our unique technology creates a comfortable, frictionless solution allowing shoppers to have fun and engaging experiences while trying on clothing and sharing their looks with friends. Retailers can easily embed and leverage the technology to multiply conversion rates and increase customer engagement. With Klothed, anyone can see themselves in personalized, photo-realistic try on images while shopping online - now virtual clothing try-on is frictionless, accurate, and everywhere.
Arize AI, Inc. develops a platform that explains and troubleshoots production artificial intelligence (AI). It provides a real-time analytics platform for observability in artificial intelligence and machine learning for deploying AI models. Its platform provides monitoring and explainability for machine learning ops teams. The company was incorporated in 2020 and is based in Mill Valley, California.
Ambidextrous Laboratories, Inc. is a company based in Berkeley, California, founded in 2018. It specializes in developing software that enables AI-based robotic picking specifically for e-commerce applications. By focusing on advanced control systems for object manipulation, Ambidextrous aims to enhance how robots interact with their environments, thereby improving efficiency in various logistical processes.
Databricks Inc. offers a unified data analytics cloud platform focused on simplifying data engineering and collaborative data science. The company's platform facilitates data integration, real-time experimentation, and the deployment of production applications for developers and data scientists. Key products include Databricks, a cloud-based data processing solution, Databricks Delta for unified data management, MLflow for managing the machine learning lifecycle, and Delta Lake for handling batch and streaming data. Databricks serves a diverse range of industries, including advertising, healthcare, financial services, and manufacturing. The company, founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco with additional offices in London, Amsterdam, and Bengaluru, has formed strategic partnerships with various technology firms. Additionally, Databricks Ventures invests in companies that align with its vision for data, analytics, and artificial intelligence, particularly through initiatives like the Lakehouse Fund, which supports the development of the lakehouse architecture.
Flume is an internet service provider based in New York City, specializing in delivering gigabit bandwidth to residential users. The company utilizes a fiber network to offer high-speed internet services, allowing individuals and landlords to access faster connectivity. In addition to its internet offerings, Flume provides a suite of software tools that automate the monitoring and scaling of its entire ISP network. This includes Wi-Fi management solutions and customer support through a dedicated application, enhancing the user experience for both consumers and property owners.
Developer of a subscription software designed to move beyond managing subscriptions to growing subscribers. The company's software helps to manage membership pricing, add or swap products and skip shipping, enabling D2C eCommerce merchants to drive subscriber growth, reduce churn and optimize operations.
Opaque is a startup that helps organizations analyze encrypted data in the cloud. Opaque Systems offers a service for secure data analytics and machine learning in the cloud. Opaque commercializes the open source MC2 Platform, which leverages a novel combination of two key technologies layered on top of state-of-the-art cloud security—secure hardware enclaves and cryptographic fortification.
Symbio Robotics, Inc. specializes in developing industrial automation systems through the integration of robotics and artificial intelligence technologies. Founded in 2014 and based in Emeryville, California, the company focuses on creating digital control solutions aimed at eliminating production bottlenecks in various applications. Its offerings include AI software designed for real-time control of industrial robots, enhancing their capability and ease of use. Additionally, Symbio Robotics provides consulting, training, and support services to manufacturing companies, helping them improve efficiency, quality, and safety in their operations.
Ambidextrous Laboratories, Inc. is a company based in Berkeley, California, founded in 2018. It specializes in developing software that enables AI-based robotic picking specifically for e-commerce applications. By focusing on advanced control systems for object manipulation, Ambidextrous aims to enhance how robots interact with their environments, thereby improving efficiency in various logistical processes.
Provider of digitally bundled insurance services intended to protect assets and lives. The company's services seamlessly bundle life insurance with homeowner insurance when users buy a house or refinance their mortgage, enabling homeowners and homebuyers to protect their families from unexpected events.
Augmental Technologies, Inc. is a Boston-based company founded in 2019 that specializes in developing hands-free interfaces designed to assist individuals with situational and severe motor impairments. The company focuses on integrating augmented reality and assistive technology with the human body, allowing users to access information and interact with devices without the use of their hands. Augmental's innovative approach views the mouth as an untapped area for human-computer interaction, aiming to enhance autonomy for those who experience physical limitations, such as paralysis of the upper extremities. By overcoming these barriers, Augmental seeks to provide increased access to computers and mobile devices, facilitating a more independent and connected life for its users.
Jitsu is a developer of open-source data integration and event collection software, headquartered in Berkeley, California. The company, which was incorporated in 2019 and previously known as kSense, Inc., provides a platform that captures data from various sources, including web and mobile applications, physical devices, and other software as a service platforms. Jitsu's features include event capture, JavaScript tracker execution, and seamless integration with existing tools, allowing users to avoid vendor lock-in. The platform enables organizations across industries such as tourism, retail, and healthcare to gain real-time insights by correlating data and acting on customer intentions through its event application programming interface.
Raise Commercial Real Estate, Inc. provides commercial real estate brokerage services for startups and high growth companies searching for office spaces. It offers planning services, such as financial analysis, legal, zoning, and site selection services. The company also provides buildout services, including workplace strategy, project management, and architecture services. In addition, it offers operations services, such as move coordination, furniture, office management, and lease administration services. Further, it offers document management and commute analysis services for its clients. The company was formerly known as HelloOffice, Inc. and and changed its name to Raise Commercial Real Estate, Inc. in November 2020. The company was incorporated in 2015 and is based in San Francisco, California with an additional office in Los Angeles, California with additional locations in Silicon Valley and los Angeles, California.
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Developer of cash flow forecasting software designed to provide financial insights to small and mid-sized businesses. The company's platform provides real-time cash forecast, cash inflow, and outflow in bar charts and graphs and comes up with a financial business plan, enabling financial entrepreneurs and businesses to enhance their understanding of the financial insights within their organization.
Anyscale, Inc. is a technology company based in Berkeley, California, founded in 2019. It focuses on developing distributed programming platforms and tools that simplify the creation of distributed applications, particularly in the field of artificial intelligence. The company's primary offering is Ray, an open-source framework that allows software developers and machine learning engineers to build and scale compute-intensive applications efficiently. By addressing the complexities of hardware decisions, Anyscale's platform enables developers of all skill levels to create applications that can operate seamlessly across various environments, from personal laptops to large data centers.
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Raise Commercial Real Estate, Inc. provides commercial real estate brokerage services for startups and high growth companies searching for office spaces. It offers planning services, such as financial analysis, legal, zoning, and site selection services. The company also provides buildout services, including workplace strategy, project management, and architecture services. In addition, it offers operations services, such as move coordination, furniture, office management, and lease administration services. Further, it offers document management and commute analysis services for its clients. The company was formerly known as HelloOffice, Inc. and and changed its name to Raise Commercial Real Estate, Inc. in November 2020. The company was incorporated in 2015 and is based in San Francisco, California with an additional office in Los Angeles, California with additional locations in Silicon Valley and los Angeles, California.
Queenly is a dedicated marketplace and search engine for the formalwear industry. Queenly is the best way to help women find the exact dress they are looking for. They have now captured the largest formal dress inventory in the US by surpassing that of Macy’s, Rent the Runway & Nordstrom, since launching less than 2 years ago. Queenly is tackling the highly underserved prom, pageant, quinceañera, and wedding industry (and more!). They cater to this massive community of dress enthusiasts for this high priced & low usage inventory, similar to how GOAT and StockX has built a platform for the sneaker and streetwear community. While dresses and formal wear inventory have existed on other platforms for years, these businesses are missing out on solving the unique shopping challenges for this unique inventory. When a consumer desires “the perfect dress”, they have strict purchase requirements in the product’s fabric, hemline, neckline, sleeves, silhouettes, designer, color, body measurements, and price range. The company has made meaningful progress in solving that problem with their software solutions: the team has built a recommendations engine, a custom NLP search engine, and computer vision categorization system. They have managed to cut down the time spent shopping for high-priced formal dresses by 85%. Alongside their technology, they’ve also managed to hone in on fostering a sense of community for women, where Queenly serves as a way for women to help one another find their dream dress.
Dyndrite Corporation is a software development company focused on enhancing manufacturing processes through advanced computational geometry tools. Established in 2016 and based in Seattle, Washington, Dyndrite offers a geometry engine and an additive toolkit designed to improve performance and productivity in design, engineering, and manufacturing. The company's flagship product, the Dyndrite accelerated geometry kernel, serves as a foundation for creating applications and print drivers for 3D printers, enabling automation in digital manufacturing. Additionally, Dyndrite provides QuantAM build preparation software tailored for 3D powder bed fusion metal printers, further supporting users in optimizing their manufacturing workflows. The software is accessible through an integrated Python application programming interface, allowing developers to create more efficient software and hardware solutions.
Forte is building economic technology for games. Its platform enables the emergence of community economics, a system where the interests of game developers and players are aligned, leading to healthier, sustainable game communities. The team is composed of longtime industry members (Unity, ngmoco, Riot Games, Electronic Arts, Sony, and Rockstar Games, among others), and is currently working with over 20 acclaimed game developers from across the industry to reimagine the economics of games. www.forte.io
Oxygen operates as a digital banking platform that uniquely caters to both personal and business banking needs, addressing the requirements of consumers, small businesses, and freelancers in the modern economy. In addition to its banking services, Oxygen Technical Services offers technology solutions that include computer and network designs, connectivity, website design, and e-commerce solutions. The company's commitment to cybersecurity emphasizes secure data storage, ensuring that backup and recovery processes comply with established standards. To maintain data resiliency, Oxygen implements comprehensive backup strategies and scheduled test restores, safeguarding data from servers, workstations, and various cloud platforms, including Microsoft 365.
Iota Biosciences, Inc. is a medical device company based in Berkeley, California, founded in 2017. The company specializes in developing wireless sensors and devices that monitor, measure, and stimulate internal nerves, muscles, and organs for electroceutical applications, particularly in the treatment of immune and neural disorders. Iota Biosciences has pioneered a neural dust technology that employs implantable, mote-sized ultrasonic sensors, allowing for completely wireless and untethered neural recordings in the brain. This innovation eliminates the need for invasive wiring through the skull, enabling real-time wireless cortical recording and improving the monitoring and treatment of various diseases. As of late 2020, Iota Biosciences operates as a subsidiary of Astellas Pharma Inc.
Unite Genomics is a health technology company founded in 2015 and based in Alameda, California. The company specializes in large-scale genomic analyses and the application of artificial intelligence to support the biopharmaceutical and clinical research sectors. Unite Genomics has developed a genome sequencing and computing platform that facilitates the analysis of genomic variants within patient populations. By integrating this genomic data with various annotation databases, the platform aims to provide critical insights that help biopharmaceutical companies mitigate the risk of late-stage clinical trial failures. Through its innovative approach, Unite Genomics is advancing the capabilities of precision medicine and enhancing the overall effectiveness of clinical trials.
Oasis Labs is a privacy-first cloud computing platform on blockchain technology. They are building a new computing platform that enables cloud-scale, real-world applications with decentralized trust and privacy protection; in short, a privacy-first, high-performance cloud computing platform on blockchain.
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Oasis Labs is a privacy-first cloud computing platform on blockchain technology. They are building a new computing platform that enables cloud-scale, real-world applications with decentralized trust and privacy protection; in short, a privacy-first, high-performance cloud computing platform on blockchain.
Elph is a portal for decentralized apps. It brings together a token-curated app store, decentralized identity, and secure digital asset storage to make using blockchain-based apps simple. Founded in 2018, the company is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Boxbot is a startup focused on transforming last-mile logistics, which is recognized as the most costly segment of delivery services. The company develops a parcel logistics automation platform that utilizes advanced robotics and automated systems to tackle core operational challenges within parcel delivery networks. By implementing an automated buffering storage and retrieval system, Boxbot aims to enhance the efficiency of logistics processes, ultimately optimizing the experiences of both suppliers and consumers. The integration of these technologies is designed to provide a scalable, end-to-end solution for real business problems in the logistics sector.
Superhuman Labs Inc., founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, California, develops an advanced email application designed to enhance user productivity and streamline email management. The application incorporates features such as AI-driven triage, undo send, follow-up reminders, scheduled messages, and read statuses, which collectively aim to transform the user experience and improve efficiency. Superhuman distinguishes itself from traditional email clients by focusing on speed, elegance, and advanced functionality, allowing users to handle their emails more effectively. The founding team has a proven track record in the tech industry, having previously established successful ventures like Rapportive, which was acquired by LinkedIn. Superhuman has garnered support from prominent investors in Silicon Valley and New York City, positioning itself as a leader in the email application market.
AgVend Inc. operates an online platform that facilitates connections between farmers and agricultural retailers for the purchase of crop protection inputs and other services. This digital marketplace allows farmers to search for products, filter results based on criteria such as price and delivery options, and make informed purchasing decisions at their convenience. Retailers can utilize the platform to market their solutions and services while maintaining control over the customer experience. The platform also includes features for agribusinesses, enabling them to streamline operations by accessing information related to agronomy, grain, and energy. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, AgVend aims to enhance the efficiency of agricultural transactions through its comprehensive digital commerce solutions.
Wetravel, Inc. operates an online platform designed for managing and promoting group trips, including dance tours and yoga retreats. Founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, California, the platform enables users to create customized trip pages, promote their offerings, and invite participants through social media and email. It facilitates secure payment processing, allowing organizers to collect deposits, set payment plans, and issue refunds. Wetravel's features include automatic image search, traveler information collection, and post-trip surveys. The platform caters to a variety of travel experiences, such as student trips, bachelorette parties, company retreats, and sports team travel, providing a streamlined solution for trip organizers to manage logistics and financial transactions effectively.
Blitz Esports is a tech and media startup focused on bridging the gap between esports fandom and personal gameplay. We're one of the premier media publications in esports, specializing in educational video content for League of Legends, CS:GO and Overwatch. We've also developed the first fully automatic League of Legends coaching app, which uses computer vision and data-driven insights to proactively help gamers make better decisions at each step of their gameplay experience. A month into open beta, the Blitz app is now used in over a million games each week.
O.school is building a shame-free space by offering pleasure education through live streaming and moderated chat. O.school aims to help billions of people unlearn shame, heal from sexual trauma, develop skill sets to communicate what they want and don’t want, discover new sexual desires in a LGBTQ-friendly and judgment-free space, and most of all — own their desires.
PING, Inc. is a company that manufactures and sells golf equipment, including grips, apparel, bags, gloves, headwear, towels, headcovers, and umbrellas. Established in 1959, the company is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, and distributes its products through various retailers both in the United States and internationally, as well as through online channels. In a separate context, a different company named Ping, founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, specializes in AI-powered timekeeping solutions for lawyers and data analytics for large law firms, addressing major challenges in the legal industry. However, PING, Inc. focuses exclusively on the golf equipment market.
WanderJaunt, Inc. is a property management company based in San Francisco, California, established in 2016. It specializes in managing vacation properties for both homeowners and guests, offering technology-enabled solutions to enhance the rental experience. The company works with property owners through lease agreements or commission-based arrangements, where it retains a portion of the rental income. WanderJaunt provides guests with comfortable accommodations equipped with essential amenities such as cookware, dinnerware, cable TV, and personal care items, ensuring a home-like experience while exploring new communities.
Dyndrite Corporation is a software development company focused on enhancing manufacturing processes through advanced computational geometry tools. Established in 2016 and based in Seattle, Washington, Dyndrite offers a geometry engine and an additive toolkit designed to improve performance and productivity in design, engineering, and manufacturing. The company's flagship product, the Dyndrite accelerated geometry kernel, serves as a foundation for creating applications and print drivers for 3D printers, enabling automation in digital manufacturing. Additionally, Dyndrite provides QuantAM build preparation software tailored for 3D powder bed fusion metal printers, further supporting users in optimizing their manufacturing workflows. The software is accessible through an integrated Python application programming interface, allowing developers to create more efficient software and hardware solutions.
DeepScribe is bringing the joy of care back to medicine with its artificially intelligent medical scribe. Imagine a world where you visit your patients and come back to your desk to see the entire appointment accurately documented for you in your Electronic Health Record (EHR) System. No frustrating voice dictation services. No expensive human/virtual scribes. No having to remember what you prescribed. That is what they are trying to accomplish at DeepScribe. Learn more at deepscribe.tech
Zendar Inc. manufactures radars for autonomous vehicles. The company's radars provide self-reliant cars with high-resolution imagining in bad weather, allowing all-weather autonomy. The company was incorporated in 2017 and is based in Berkeley, California.
Boxbot is a startup focused on transforming last-mile logistics, which is recognized as the most costly segment of delivery services. The company develops a parcel logistics automation platform that utilizes advanced robotics and automated systems to tackle core operational challenges within parcel delivery networks. By implementing an automated buffering storage and retrieval system, Boxbot aims to enhance the efficiency of logistics processes, ultimately optimizing the experiences of both suppliers and consumers. The integration of these technologies is designed to provide a scalable, end-to-end solution for real business problems in the logistics sector.
DeepScale is a technology company that develops perceptual systems for semi-autonomous and autonomous vehicles. It help automakers use industry-standard low-wattage processors to power more accurate perception. Alongside sensors, mapping, planning and control systems, perception, (sometimes referenced as “computer vision”) enables vehicles to make sense of what’s going on around them in real time.
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Kura Technologies is an augmented reality company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2016. The company specializes in developing augmented reality glasses that feature micro-displays and variable focus, designed to deliver a superior field of view and high transparency optics. Kura Technologies combines advanced hardware and software solutions, aiming to create the next generation of AR devices tailored for both enterprise and consumer applications. Their platform supports telepresence collaborations, training, and 3D visualization, leveraging bio-sensor inputs and artificial intelligence to enhance user experience. The technology enables users to access emotional feedback and analyze molecular structures in their surroundings, positioning Kura Technologies as a leader in innovative augmented reality solutions.
Asaii is an automated machine learning platform focused on artist and repertoire (A&R) and music management. Founded in August 2016 and based in San Francisco, the company develops tools that facilitate the discovery and development of musical talent by aggregating and analyzing digital footprints across the internet. Asaii's analytics platform provides insights into unsigned artists and tracks their progress, helping industry professionals identify promising talent with high precision. The platform includes a music management dashboard for A&R representatives to efficiently scout and manage artists, as well as an API that allows other services to incorporate its recommendation engine. In addition to its analytics capabilities, Asaii functions as a next-generation record label, signing singles in real time and promoting them, enabling it to respond swiftly to emerging trends in the music industry. Asaii was acquired by Apple in October 2018.
Determined AI, founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, California, specializes in developing a deep learning management platform that streamlines the process of building and deploying machine learning models. The company's platform enhances developer productivity by facilitating distributed training and hyperparameter searches, while also automating the tracking, sharing, and reproduction of experiments and metrics. This approach allows clients to significantly reduce their time-to-market, improve resource utilization, and mitigate risks associated with model development. Through its innovative software, Determined AI aims to transform the efficiency and effectiveness of deep learning workflows.
Distributed Systems (acq. Coinbase) allows teams to build, deploy, and scale machine intelligence applications. They are currently focused on making recent advances in computer vision and deep learning more accessible to developers.
Nefeli Networks, founded in 2016 and based in Berkeley, California, develops a cloud networking platform aimed at managing and operating large-scale networks. The company's innovative platform virtualizes various types of network appliances, allowing them to be assembled into flexible and scalable building blocks. This approach facilitates the creation of robust and easily manageable network services, empowering clients to enhance connectivity across multiple cloud environments and enterprise locations.
PeerWell, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing an application aimed at optimizing the health of individuals preparing for hip and knee replacement surgeries. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, PeerWell offers a PreHab application that supports users in preparing their bodies and minds for surgery while connecting them with peers for additional support. The platform not only assists candidates in physical and mental preparation but also provides tailored daily lessons to enhance recovery, addressing issues such as pain and immobility. PeerWell collaborates with leaders in Workers' Compensation, Health Plans, and Managed Care Organizations to further its mission of improving surgical outcomes and recovery experiences for patients.
Flexport, Inc. is a global freight forwarder and logistics platform that provides online customs brokerage and freight forwarding services. Established in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company offers a comprehensive online dashboard that enables businesses to understand, purchase, manage, and track the necessary services for global trade. Its offerings include customs brokerage services such as clearances, bonds, product classification, and government agency filings, alongside freight forwarding options encompassing ocean freight, air freight, and trucking. Additionally, Flexport provides supply chain services that cover cargo insurance, quality inspections, warehousing, product sourcing, and trade finance. By leveraging modern software, Flexport aims to enhance the user experience in global trade, helping logistics companies optimize transportation routes and manage inventory effectively.
Fabric is a personal location-based journal that catalogs experiences and interactions. With Fabric, users can automatically preserve a record of places, paths, activities, add friends, and browse photos.
Ayar Labs, Inc. develops advanced optical interconnect solutions, specializing in high-density electronic-photonic chiplets and lasers. Its flagship product, TeraPHY, is a monolithic in-package optical I/O solution designed for applications demanding high bandwidth, low latency, and energy efficiency in short-reach interconnects. Complementing TeraPHY, the company offers SuperNova, a multiwavelength light source that provides continuous wave light essential for TeraPHY's operation. By utilizing patented technologies based on industry-standard silicon processing techniques, Ayar Labs aims to enhance interconnect bandwidth density while reducing power consumption, thereby transforming traditional electrical interconnects in the semiconductor and computing sectors. The company's innovations are applicable across various industries, including artificial intelligence, cloud computing, telecommunications, aerospace, and military applications. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Emeryville, California, Ayar Labs is committed to addressing the challenges posed by increasing data volumes through the miniaturization of fiber optic transceivers.
Symbio Robotics, Inc. specializes in developing industrial automation systems through the integration of robotics and artificial intelligence technologies. Founded in 2014 and based in Emeryville, California, the company focuses on creating digital control solutions aimed at eliminating production bottlenecks in various applications. Its offerings include AI software designed for real-time control of industrial robots, enhancing their capability and ease of use. Additionally, Symbio Robotics provides consulting, training, and support services to manufacturing companies, helping them improve efficiency, quality, and safety in their operations.
PsiQuantum Corp. is a company focused on developing a general-purpose quantum computer utilizing silicon photonics and photons as qubits. Founded in 2015 and based in Palo Alto, California, PsiQuantum's technology represents a distinct approach compared to other leading quantum computing efforts. The company's goal is to create a fault-tolerant quantum computer that can drive advancements across various sectors, including climate, finance, agriculture, transportation, and communications. By leveraging its innovative use of photonic qubits, PsiQuantum aims to provide solutions that address real-world challenges and enhance the capabilities of its customers.
Gradescope, Inc. is a company that develops an online grading platform aimed at enhancing educational efficiency for instructors and students. Founded in 2014 and based in Berkeley, California, Gradescope's software allows educators to grade paper-based assignments and exams online, significantly reducing the time required for grading. The platform also provides detailed analytics on assignments and questions, helping instructors gain insights into student performance. By using artificial intelligence, Gradescope facilitates the grading process for various types of assignments, including online homework and programming projects. As of October 2018, Gradescope operates as a subsidiary of Turnitin, LLC, and has been utilized to grade over 3 million pages of work for more than 30,000 students across over 100 educational institutions. The company aims to promote data-driven education while maintaining compatibility with traditional paper-based systems.
Flowcast Inc. is a technology company that focuses on developing machine learning algorithms to create predictive models for assessing credit risk. Founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, with an additional office in Singapore, Flowcast offers several solutions, including Smartcredit, which provides detailed company information for credit decisions; Smartclaims, which automates the deduction claims process; and Tillful, a platform that offers credit scores and access to credit offers. The company's predictive models evaluate a business's ability to repay loans, the risk of delinquency, and the likelihood of transaction dilution. By utilizing alternative data and proprietary analytics, Flowcast's API-based solutions enable financial institutions to perform real-time risk assessments, enhancing their ability to make informed credit decisions across various business sizes. Flowcast serves a diverse clientele, including corporations, financial institutions, and insurance providers.
Distributed Systems (acq. Coinbase) allows teams to build, deploy, and scale machine intelligence applications. They are currently focused on making recent advances in computer vision and deep learning more accessible to developers.
Lily, founded in September 2013 in a UC Berkeley robotics lab, specializes in developing innovative camera drones designed for ease of use and portability. The company's flagship product is a throw-and-shoot camera that can be conveniently stored in a backpack while withstanding challenging weather conditions. Utilizing advanced technology, including global positioning and computer vision, Lily's drones autonomously capture high-quality images and videos from the sky. With a mission to enhance human creativity, Lily focuses on creating tools that facilitate effortless expression, ensuring that users can easily document their experiences from unique aerial perspectives.
Blitz Esports is a tech and media startup focused on bridging the gap between esports fandom and personal gameplay. We're one of the premier media publications in esports, specializing in educational video content for League of Legends, CS:GO and Overwatch. We've also developed the first fully automatic League of Legends coaching app, which uses computer vision and data-driven insights to proactively help gamers make better decisions at each step of their gameplay experience. A month into open beta, the Blitz app is now used in over a million games each week.
Blitz Esports is a tech and media startup focused on bridging the gap between esports fandom and personal gameplay. We're one of the premier media publications in esports, specializing in educational video content for League of Legends, CS:GO and Overwatch. We've also developed the first fully automatic League of Legends coaching app, which uses computer vision and data-driven insights to proactively help gamers make better decisions at each step of their gameplay experience. A month into open beta, the Blitz app is now used in over a million games each week.
Eko harnesses the power of smartphones and cloud data for monitoring patients with cardiovascular diseases. It has built a platform of non-invasive cardiovascular monitoring devices, clinical software, and point-of-care decision support algorithms to improve the delivery of cardiovascular care. In 2015, Eko launched the Eko Core Digital Stethoscope, the first FDA-cleared digital stethoscope on the market to wirelessly stream heart and lung sound to HIPAA-compliant software. For the first time in history, patient sounds can be integrated with electronic health records (EHRs) for more seamless referrals, documentation, and monitoring. Eko was established in 2013 and is based in Berkeley, California.
tbh is a mobile application designed to provide users with a platform for anonymous feedback among friends. The app allows users to ask and answer questions and includes open text fields, fostering an environment where individuals can express their thoughts without fear of repercussions. This anonymity is intended to enhance self-esteem through the positive reinforcement users receive from their social circles. By facilitating candid interactions, tbh aims to create a supportive space that encourages honest communication among friends.