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DaganTech applies deep learning and machine learning to satellite images and historical farm data to predict crop yields and loss risks. We are currently launching enterprise applications for Crop Assurance and Reinsurance firms. Their vision is to track development on every farm on earth.

Ardra Inc. is a renewable chemicals company based in Toronto, Canada, specializing in the production of petroleum-free specialty chemicals for the personal care and cosmetics industry. Utilizing technology developed at the University of Toronto, Ardra employs model-guided metabolic engineering and synthetic biology to create biocatalysts that convert renewable resources into essential chemicals. The company's flagship product is 1,3-butanediol, a sustainable alternative to petroleum-based counterparts, which is utilized in various applications including cosmetics, food, polymers, and pharmaceuticals. With the cosmetics sector relying heavily on petroleum chemicals, valued at approximately $2.6 billion, Ardra aims to provide environmentally friendly solutions that stabilize and sustain the supply chain while reducing ecological impact.

teaBOT is a company focused on revolutionizing the tea-drinking experience through its innovative robotic kiosks. These kiosks allow customers to customize their tea blends quickly and conveniently, either using a touch screen or a smartphone. Within a minute, patrons can enjoy a personalized cup of loose-leaf tea tailored to their preferences. Recognizing that many tea enthusiasts find the process of creating their own blends at home to be tedious or costly, teaBOT aims to streamline this experience by offering a fast and user-friendly solution. Customers can explore new flavors, reorder favorites, or try blends created by friends, making the tea experience interactive and enjoyable. After sampling various combinations, they also have the option to purchase their preferred blends in pouches for home use.

Betterfrost Technologies Inc., founded in 2014 and based in Toronto, Ontario, specializes in energy-efficient refrigeration and ice-management systems. The company develops innovative ultra-low energy defrost and de-icing technologies applicable to various sectors, including electric vehicles, refrigeration, and aerospace. Utilizing high-power energy pulses, Betterfrost's systems effectively melt thin layers of ice at the surface interface, achieving results with significantly reduced energy consumption—up to 20 times less than traditional methods. This approach not only enhances efficiency but also provides substantial time and energy savings for clients across multiple industries.

Betterfrost Technologies Inc., founded in 2014 and based in Toronto, Ontario, specializes in energy-efficient refrigeration and ice-management systems. The company develops innovative ultra-low energy defrost and de-icing technologies applicable to various sectors, including electric vehicles, refrigeration, and aerospace. Utilizing high-power energy pulses, Betterfrost's systems effectively melt thin layers of ice at the surface interface, achieving results with significantly reduced energy consumption—up to 20 times less than traditional methods. This approach not only enhances efficiency but also provides substantial time and energy savings for clients across multiple industries.

AceAge is a healthcare technology company focused on enhancing health outcomes for aging individuals through innovative products. The company's flagship product, Karie, is a home health appliance designed to help users manage their medication routines effectively. Karie organizes, schedules, and dispenses pills with one-button control, addressing the critical issue of medication nonadherence, which costs the U.S. healthcare system approximately $290 billion annually. By automating daily medication routines, Karie minimizes human error and supports greater patient autonomy, ultimately improving compliance with prescribed medical directions. The device utilizes common multi-dose pouch packaging that can be pre-set by pharmacists, ensuring that doses are delivered and monitored accurately. Through its user-friendly design, AceAge aims to enhance patient health while reducing the necessity for emergency care visits and assisted living admissions.