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Boltive develops a Software-as-a-Service platform designed for publishers and advertisers to address challenges such as bad ads, data theft, and malware within the programmatic advertising industry. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Boltive offers a comprehensive suite of business intelligence tools that enable monitoring and auditing of programmatic ads. Its platform features an Insights Dashboard that provides analytics on network health, customized ad thresholds, fraud analysis, and individual ad scores, facilitating informed decision-making. By utilizing proprietary technology and a customizable scoring methodology, Boltive improves page performance, enhances user experience, and helps users identify and remove problematic ads. The platform also includes APIs for seamless integration with third-party systems, ensuring efficient communication of actionable insights to network partners.

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Strix Leviathan, LLC specializes in creating an advanced cryptocurrency investment management platform tailored for institutional investors such as hedge funds and banks. Founded in 2018 and based in Seattle, the company provides a comprehensive solution that includes a data ingestion and transformation engine, proprietary trading algorithms, and a trade execution engine. This platform allows large entities to automate their trading operations without the need to develop their own infrastructure. By leveraging technical analysis and programmable automated trading strategies, Strix Leviathan enables its clients to test and optimize trading approaches, ultimately aiming to reduce risk in the volatile cryptocurrency market.

Streem is a technology company that specializes in enhancing real-time communication and collaboration through an intelligent camera platform. By integrating augmented reality, computer vision, and machine learning, Streem allows experts to remotely capture vital information, such as brand models, serial numbers, and measurements. Its proprietary spatial mapping and object estimation technologies facilitate effective remote support, enabling clients to diagnose issues and provide solutions quickly. The platform serves as a digital toolbox, allowing users to save notes and images, streamlining the customer support process across mobile and web applications.

Rep the Squad, Inc. is a Seattle-based company that offers a monthly subscription service for fans of professional sports teams, providing access to a diverse selection of officially licensed jerseys. Founded in 2017, the company empowers fans by allowing them to choose jerseys that best represent their teams, enhancing their connection to the sport. Co-founded by Brian Watkins, an experienced e-commerce executive, Rep the Squad was developed at Madrona Venture Labs and has attracted investments from prominent venture capital firms and notable athletes, including Doug Baldwin, Golden Tate, and Russell Okung. Additionally, an investment fund linked to the owners and executives of the San Francisco 49ers has partnered with the company. Richard Sherman, a well-known cornerback, serves as the brand ambassador, further promoting the company's mission to amplify sports fandom.

Tomorrow Ideas, Inc. specializes in developing an application aimed at safeguarding families' financial futures. The app offers a range of features, including tools for creating a last will and testament, establishing a revocable living trust, and setting up guardianship for children and pets. Additionally, it includes calculators for net worth and life insurance, a comparison of term life insurance options, and provides a complimentary insurance policy. The application is accessible on both iOS and Android platforms. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Tomorrow Ideas is committed to helping families navigate important financial decisions.