Oyster Ventures

Oyster Ventures is a venture capital firm established in 2016 and based in San Francisco, California. The firm focuses on early-stage investments in innovative technology companies, particularly those in fintech, blockchain, cryptocurrency, E-commerce, artificial intelligence, media technology, and software as a service (SaaS). Oyster Ventures aims to support startups that enhance liquidity and efficiency in outdated industries and foster globalization, enabling these companies to achieve significant scalability.

Kenneth Ballenegger

Managing Partner

Chris Dn

Partner

Mauvis Ledford

Venture Partner

Sophie Liao

Founding Partner

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Revere VC

Seed Round in 2021
Developer of a portfolio management tool designed to optimize the entire post-investment process, from data ingestion to performance analysis. The company's platform helps to streamline, capture, automate, and visualize data and provides customized KPI (key performance indicator) sheets along with quarterly account reviews, enabling investors to improve management efficiency and increase return on time invested.

WeWeb

Seed Round in 2021
WeWeb is a website-building platform designed for professional teams, enabling them to create high-performance websites efficiently. The platform features a no-code interface that allows users to build and customize websites quickly while also providing developer-friendly options to connect to various back-end services such as Headless CMS, Shopify, Airtable, Google Sheets, and custom APIs. Additionally, WeWeb offers a drag-and-drop editor that facilitates the integration of custom front-end components, making it accessible for both technical and non-technical users. This dual approach empowers developers to efficiently create tailored websites while ensuring that non-technical team members can participate in the process.

FirstBase

Seed Round in 2021
FirstBase is a New York-based company that assists businesses and startups worldwide in incorporating in the United States, facilitating access to the country's vibrant startup ecosystem. The company offers a comprehensive platform where entrepreneurs can complete the necessary steps for company registration, including bank account creation and tax advisory services. By providing an online module that guides users through the details required to establish a new company, FirstBase aims to simplify the complexities of launching a business internationally. Its services are designed to help clients navigate barriers and seize opportunities in the U.S. market, enabling them to efficiently launch and grow their ventures.

Queue

Seed Round in 2020
Queue enables creatives in the passion economy to start and scale their business online in the easiest way possible. We make it easy for you to manage clients, give feedback on any media files in real time, get paid faster, and build an online portfolio that gets you hired more. Used by thousands of video producers, esport coaches, and much more every day. Powering their business end-to-end.

ZBiotics

Seed Round in 2020
ZBiotics Company develops a genetically engineered probiotic drink. It offers ZBiotics, a drink that produces an enzyme that breaks down acetaldehyde, an unwanted byproduct of alcohol that accumulates in gut when alcohol is consumed. The company sells its products online. The company was incorporated in 2016 and is based in San Francisco, California.

Fantuan

Series A in 2020
Fantuan Delivery is a prominent food delivery service specializing in Chinese cuisine, based in Burnaby, Canada. Established in 2014, the company operates a user-friendly platform that facilitates online food ordering and offers a range of services, including advertising, promotion, and self-pickup options. With partnerships exceeding 4,000 merchants and a user base surpassing 400,000, Fantuan has expanded its reach to over 14 cities worldwide, establishing itself as the largest Asian food delivery platform in North America. The company's mobile application enables users to order meals, leave reviews, and access e-commerce features, while also providing restaurant and supermarket vendors with marketing opportunities to promote their products.

Alpaca

Series A in 2019
Alpaca is a technology company based in San Mateo, California, that operates as a securities broker. It specializes in providing an algorithmic trading platform designed for developers to create, manage, and execute trading and investing algorithms. The Alpaca API enables the development of investing applications and brokerage services that facilitate commission-free trading. The company boasts a team with diverse backgrounds in finance and technology and has garnered support from prominent investors in the industry. By focusing on empowering developers, Alpaca aims to enhance access to financial markets through innovative technology solutions.

(Re)vive

Series A in 2019
Hemster, Inc. is an on-demand tailoring service founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, California. The company specializes in garment alteration and hemming services, enabling customers to achieve their desired fit regardless of where they shop. Hemster partners with brand-name retailers nationwide, allowing them to offer tailored sizing solutions from off-the-rack inventory through its Perfect Fit Platform. This approach helps eliminate the common challenge of finding the right size, enhancing the shopping experience for customers. Hemster also operates in key markets such as the Bay Area, Los Angeles, and New York.

Coinmine

Seed Round in 2019
Coinmine Inc., founded in 2018 and based in Manhattan Beach, California, specializes in developing cryptocurrency mining devices. The company's flagship product, Coinmine One, is designed as an all-in-one solution that simplifies and automates the complex processes associated with cryptocurrency mining. This innovative device combines multiple hardware options, allowing users to easily plug it in, access a user-friendly application, and select their preferred crypto network to mine. By focusing on user accessibility, Coinmine aims to make cryptocurrency mining more approachable for a broader audience.

Verto

Seed Round in 2019
VERTO is a B2B currency exchange marketplace for international businesses. They handle millions of dollars every year and make payments to suppliers abroad. VERTO provides liquidity and price discovery tools for international businesses. The marketplace provides easy access to exotic and foreign currencies with seamless international online payment services.

Avenify

Angel Round in 2019
Avenify Corporation operates a peer-to-peer lending platform that specializes in income share agreements, primarily aimed at assisting nursing students in financing their education without incurring debt. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Avenify allows students to apply for up to $15,000 in income-based financing, with repayment tied to their future income and no credit score or co-signer required. The platform ensures that students owe nothing until they secure employment, promoting a more accessible route to education. In addition to financial support, Avenify offers career services and further financial assistance, helping students lead financially healthy lives while pursuing their academic goals.

Seawise Capital

Seed Round in 2019
Seawise Capital Inc is a trade finance company based in Santa Clara, California, focused on supporting Indian exporters, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The company addresses the significant gap in trade finance, estimated at $1.5 trillion, by providing working capital against the strength of international customers. Seawise Capital offers collateral-free financing by discounting invoices from overseas clients, allowing exporters to access necessary funds without pledging business or personal assets. Additionally, the company has developed an online platform that enables users to upload invoices and receive payments in real time, thereby streamlining the financing process for businesses seeking to enhance their operational efficiency.

Traverse Pte Ltd

Seed Round in 2019
Traverse Pte Ltd is a Singapore-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in developing and operating geospatial simulation software for Greenfield renewable energy projects. Its key products include HydroDesk for hydropower, SolarDesk for solar power, and WindDesk for wind power projects. The company leverages artificial intelligence and automation to enhance traditional processes such as prospecting, feasibility assessments, and front-end engineering, significantly increasing efficiency and reducing development risks for project developers. Traverse Pte Ltd also offers customized infrastructure solutions tailored to the specific needs of its clients, facilitating the identification of high internal rate of return (IRR) projects across various regions.

Handle

Seed Round in 2019
Handle, Inc. is a software company that provides solutions specifically tailored for the construction industry, addressing critical challenges such as late payments and access to capital. Its application integrates various workflow management features, allowing users to collaborate on to-do lists, emails, and calendars to streamline task management. The software includes automation tools for lien management, deadline tracking, and online mailing, which help contractors and material suppliers expedite the payment process. Additionally, Handle offers financing options, including invoice factoring and material supply loans, to further support its clients in managing financial transactions. Founded in 2011 and based in La Jolla, California, Handle was previously known as handl, inc. before rebranding in 2012.

Cityfurnish

Seed Round in 2019
Cityfurnish is an online furniture rental platform founded in 2015 and headquartered in Gurgaon, Haryana. The company specializes in offering a diverse range of household goods, including modern and contemporary wooden furniture, appliances, and fitness equipment. Through its platform, Cityfurnish provides consumers with access to slightly used and refurbished products on a convenient monthly rental basis, making quality furnishings more affordable and accessible. The service is designed to cater to the needs of individuals seeking flexible and cost-effective solutions for their home and lifestyle requirements.

Boundary Layer Technologies

Seed Round in 2019
Boundary Layer Technologies is a startup established in 2018 that specializes in the development of high-speed container ships utilizing hydrofoil technology. This innovative approach allows the vessels to generate lift, elevating the hull above the water and significantly reducing drag. As a result, these ships offer a faster alternative for the logistics industry, particularly in ocean freight, compared to traditional methods. By focusing on enhancing delivery speeds, Boundary Layer Technologies aims to disrupt the existing airfreight market and provide a more efficient solution for transporting shipments across oceans.

Alpaca

Seed Round in 2019
Alpaca is a technology company based in San Mateo, California, that operates as a securities broker. It specializes in providing an algorithmic trading platform designed for developers to create, manage, and execute trading and investing algorithms. The Alpaca API enables the development of investing applications and brokerage services that facilitate commission-free trading. The company boasts a team with diverse backgrounds in finance and technology and has garnered support from prominent investors in the industry. By focusing on empowering developers, Alpaca aims to enhance access to financial markets through innovative technology solutions.

Pronto

Seed Round in 2019
Pronto is a rapidly expanding marketplace that offers ride-sharing and delivery services specifically targeting second-tier cities in Latin America. Established in 2017 by founders Miguel Cano, Gabriel Cano, and Nydia Cano, Pronto utilizes a unique subscription model for drivers, eliminating commission fees and facilitating a more equitable income structure. The platform connects private drivers with passengers, delivery personnel, and local businesses, allowing for cost-effective transportation solutions. This approach not only benefits drivers by providing them with fair compensation but also offers passengers more affordable fares. Pronto has garnered support from Y Combinator and various global venture capital funds, positioning it for continued growth in the competitive mobility sector.

WorkClout

Pre Seed Round in 2019
WorkClout, Inc. is a software as a service (SaaS) company focused on enhancing the operational efficiency of manufacturers across various industries, including commercial printing, packaging, automotive, and healthcare. Established in 2018 and based in Newark, Delaware, WorkClout's software offers a range of features such as business intelligence, automatic delivery slips for shipments, and floor reporting to log idle and downtime. Additionally, it provides job scheduling alerts and integrates order management with invoicing and sales orders. The platform tracks activities on the factory floor and leverages data insights to suggest improvements, enabling manufacturers to streamline processes, automate internal audits, and enhance quality management.

Allure Systems

Seed Round in 2019
Allure Systems is a technology company that specializes in creating software solutions for generating apparel images tailored for e-retailers and fashion brands. Founded in 2012 in Clichy, France, and with a presence in Brooklyn, New York, the company leverages artificial intelligence and computer vision to produce on-demand garment images without the need for physical models or photographers. Its cloud-based platform allows for the creation of personalized images that can be displayed in various poses and on models of different sizes, enhancing consumer engagement for online shopping sites. By streamlining the image production process, Allure Systems aims to improve efficiency for fashion-centric e-commerce businesses.

Abacus

Seed Round in 2018
Abacus helps financial services companies reduce long back-and-forth onboarding sessions, eliminate inefficient data collection, and streamline compliance workflows.

(Re)vive

Seed Round in 2018
Hemster, Inc. is an on-demand tailoring service founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, California. The company specializes in garment alteration and hemming services, enabling customers to achieve their desired fit regardless of where they shop. Hemster partners with brand-name retailers nationwide, allowing them to offer tailored sizing solutions from off-the-rack inventory through its Perfect Fit Platform. This approach helps eliminate the common challenge of finding the right size, enhancing the shopping experience for customers. Hemster also operates in key markets such as the Bay Area, Los Angeles, and New York.

Reach

Series A in 2018
Founded out of MIT, Reach Labs is deeply rooted in technology and design. Their mission is to empower the world with seamless connectivity.

Reap

Convertible Note in 2018
Reap Technologies Ltd. is a Hong Kong-based financial technology company founded in 2018, focusing on enhancing the operational capabilities of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The company offers a comprehensive software platform that allows businesses to manage cash flow, access instant credit, and earn rebates through a credit-based payments system. Reap's online platform enables SMEs to streamline their transactions by paying expenses and collecting revenues entirely via credit card, thereby digitizing day-to-day finances. This innovation helps businesses improve capital efficiency and smooth cash flow, addressing a critical need for effective financial management. Reap advocates for the modernization of core business processes, aiming to replace traditional payment methods like cash and bank transfers with more efficient digital solutions. With a successful playbook in developed Asian markets, Reap plans to expand into emerging Southeast Asian countries, continuously innovating to enhance tools for financing, transactions, and data automation for SMEs.

SKALE Labs

Venture Round in 2018
SKALE Labs, founded in 2015 and based in Atherton, California, develops a blockchain scalability platform that addresses the challenges of scalability in decentralized applications (dApps) and blockchain networks. The SKALE Network operates as a decentralized, open-source peer-to-peer network designed to facilitate high-speed consensus, enabling dApps to execute smart contracts at millions of transactions per second. This middleware layer enhances the interaction between dApps and various blockchain platforms, including Ethereum and EOS, by utilizing a utility token for staking and is supported by SKALE Mining nodes. By providing a robust protocol, SKALE Labs empowers developers to optimize the performance and scalability of their applications.

SKALE Labs

Venture Round in 2018
SKALE Labs, founded in 2015 and based in Atherton, California, develops a blockchain scalability platform that addresses the challenges of scalability in decentralized applications (dApps) and blockchain networks. The SKALE Network operates as a decentralized, open-source peer-to-peer network designed to facilitate high-speed consensus, enabling dApps to execute smart contracts at millions of transactions per second. This middleware layer enhances the interaction between dApps and various blockchain platforms, including Ethereum and EOS, by utilizing a utility token for staking and is supported by SKALE Mining nodes. By providing a robust protocol, SKALE Labs empowers developers to optimize the performance and scalability of their applications.

Canary Technologies

Seed Round in 2018
Canary Technologies LLC is an enterprise hospitality technology company based in San Francisco, California, focused on modernizing hotel operations and enhancing guest experiences. The company develops application software that facilitates offline hotel bookings and includes features such as contactless check-in, digital authorizations, electronic signatures, and customizable amenity stores. Its platform aims to replace outdated systems in the hospitality sector, allowing hoteliers to improve efficiency, boost revenue, and reduce operational costs. Trusted by thousands of hotels worldwide, including some of the largest and most iconic brands, Canary Technologies leverages support from top investors in Silicon Valley to deliver innovative solutions that increase staff productivity, ensure compliance, and minimize fraud and chargebacks.

Canary Technologies

Seed Round in 2018
Canary Technologies LLC is an enterprise hospitality technology company based in San Francisco, California, focused on modernizing hotel operations and enhancing guest experiences. The company develops application software that facilitates offline hotel bookings and includes features such as contactless check-in, digital authorizations, electronic signatures, and customizable amenity stores. Its platform aims to replace outdated systems in the hospitality sector, allowing hoteliers to improve efficiency, boost revenue, and reduce operational costs. Trusted by thousands of hotels worldwide, including some of the largest and most iconic brands, Canary Technologies leverages support from top investors in Silicon Valley to deliver innovative solutions that increase staff productivity, ensure compliance, and minimize fraud and chargebacks.

SFOX

Series A in 2018
SFOX, Inc. is a cryptocurrency prime dealer that caters to high-volume traders and institutional investors by offering optimal price execution through a global integrated order book. Established in 2014 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, SFOX sources liquidity from a diverse range of exchanges, over-the-counter desks, and market makers. The company's trading platform is designed to facilitate real-time trading across various assets and provides professional tools, including reporting and analytics for multi-user accounts. By employing specialized algorithms, SFOX enables clients to execute large trades without significantly affecting market prices, thus enhancing their returns on investment.

Witnet

Venture Round in 2018
Witnet Foundation is focused on developing a decentralized oracle network that links smart contracts to various online data sources. Founded in 2018 and based in Madrid, Spain, Witnet operates with minable tokens known as Wit. Originally conceived by Stampery, a leader in blockchain data certification, the Witnet protocol is now collaboratively developed by the Witnet Foundation and a community of independent contributors. The foundation's mission encompasses ensuring the successful development and deployment of the Witnet protocol, promoting its sustainability, and fostering an ecosystem of applications built upon it. While the foundation will initially play a significant role in guiding the project, it aims to gradually shift responsibility to the broader community as the project matures.

Hedera Hashgraph

Venture Round in 2018
The Hedera hashgraph platform will offer a distributed public ledger that enables anyone to easily develop globally decentralized applications. Developers can build secure, fair, blazing-fast decentralized applications on top of the Hedera hashgraph platform.

Hedera Hashgraph

Venture Round in 2018
The Hedera hashgraph platform will offer a distributed public ledger that enables anyone to easily develop globally decentralized applications. Developers can build secure, fair, blazing-fast decentralized applications on top of the Hedera hashgraph platform.

Forge

Series B in 2018
Forge Global Inc. is a prominent private securities marketplace founded in 2014, designed to address the needs of the private market ecosystem. The firm enables investors and shareholders to access liquidity in private markets, facilitating connections through its advanced technology and expertise. By providing a platform for private equity, Forge allows both private and institutional investors to engage with leading pre-IPO companies. The company is supported by notable Silicon Valley investors and major global institutions, including Deutsche Börse and Temasek, which underscores its strong position in the market.

Stronghold

Seed Round in 2018
Stronghold is a financial technology company based in the United States that focuses on creating virtual payment networks. Founded in 2017 in San Francisco by Tammy Camp and Sean Bennett, the company provides a platform that facilitates real-time payments, foreign exchange, and cross-border clearing and settlement. By leveraging next-generation financial infrastructure delivered through simple APIs, Stronghold enables developers to access both legacy and modern payment systems. Additionally, the company offers a range of digital currencies, including bitcoin, ethereum, and lumens, on the Stellar Distributed Exchange. Stronghold also has a venture capital arm that invests in underrepresented founders and fund managers within the payments, fintech, Web3, and blockchain ecosystems.

Oasis Labs

Series A in 2018
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.

Republic

Initial Coin Offering in 2018
Founded in 2016 and based in New York City, Republic is an equity crowdfunding platform that allows individuals to invest in private companies starting from as little as $10. The platform connects startups seeking funding with a diverse range of investors, including venture capital firms, family offices, and high-net-worth individuals. Republic facilitates investment opportunities across various sectors, including gaming, real estate, and cryptocurrencies, enabling a broader audience to participate in the startup ecosystem.

Elph

Seed Round in 2018
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.

Republic

Funding Round in 2018
Founded in 2016 and based in New York City, Republic is an equity crowdfunding platform that allows individuals to invest in private companies starting from as little as $10. The platform connects startups seeking funding with a diverse range of investors, including venture capital firms, family offices, and high-net-worth individuals. Republic facilitates investment opportunities across various sectors, including gaming, real estate, and cryptocurrencies, enabling a broader audience to participate in the startup ecosystem.

Oasis Labs

Seed Round in 2018
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.

Basis

Initial Coin Offering in 2018
Basis is a company based in Hoboken, New Jersey, that develops an algorithmic cryptocurrency protocol aimed at stabilizing purchasing power. Founded in 2017, Basis operates a decentralized platform that algorithmically adjusts the supply of its cryptocurrency, similar to how central banks manage fiscal policy by buying and selling debt. This system allows for automatic supply adjustments without direct human intervention, effectively functioning as an algorithmic central bank. The primary goal of Basis is to maintain price stability in the cryptocurrency market, enabling users to better understand and utilize the currency.

Origin Protocol

Corporate Round in 2018
Origin is a protocol for creating sharing economy marketplaces using the Ethereum blockchain and IPFS. It empowers developers and businesses to build decentralized marketplaces on the blockchain. Its protocol makes it easy to create and manage listings for the fractional usage of assets and services. Origin allows buyers and sellers to discover each other, browse listings, make bookings, leave ratings and reviews, and much more. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Oasis Labs

Seed Round in 2018
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.

Qulture.Rocks

Seed Round in 2018
Qulture.Rocks is a software company that specializes in developing a real-time performance management platform designed for organizations to enhance their people management processes. Headquartered in São Paulo, Brazil, the platform facilitates a variety of functions including one-on-one meetings, goal setting, performance reviews, and continuous feedback. It allows employees to receive input from peers and managers, aiding in performance evaluations that inform decisions regarding promotions, training, and reallocations. By offering customizable solutions that integrate feedback mechanisms and performance metrics, Qulture.Rocks aims to modernize performance management practices for influential companies worldwide.

Telegram

Venture Round in 2018
Telegram Messenger LLP, founded in 2013 and based in Berlin, Germany, is a developer of a cloud-based messaging application that prioritizes privacy, security, and speed. The platform allows users to send messages, photos, videos, and files of various types while supporting the creation of large groups for up to 100,000 participants and channels for unlimited broadcasting. Telegram's functionality extends across multiple devices, enabling seamless synchronization of messages on phones, tablets, and computers. This versatility positions Telegram as a comprehensive solution for personal and business messaging, combining features of both SMS and email.

Telegram

Initial Coin Offering in 2018
Telegram Messenger LLP, founded in 2013 and based in Berlin, Germany, is a developer of a cloud-based messaging application that prioritizes privacy, security, and speed. The platform allows users to send messages, photos, videos, and files of various types while supporting the creation of large groups for up to 100,000 participants and channels for unlimited broadcasting. Telegram's functionality extends across multiple devices, enabling seamless synchronization of messages on phones, tablets, and computers. This versatility positions Telegram as a comprehensive solution for personal and business messaging, combining features of both SMS and email.

Verdigris

Series A in 2018
Verdigris Technologies, Inc. specializes in developing software solutions for electricity monitoring and management in commercial facilities. The company's primary product, Verdigris Energy Tracker, identifies operational inefficiencies, automates building management, and predicts demand peaks while detecting equipment failures. By utilizing wireless hardware, Verdigris collects and transmits electricity consumption data to the cloud, enhancing energy efficiency and facilitating smarter facility operations. Additionally, the company's Building.AI platform offers advanced analytics for enterprise facility managers, enabling real-time monitoring and optimization of power usage at the device level. This machine learning-based software provides critical insights that help organizations improve operational performance and reduce energy costs. Founded in 2010, Verdigris Technologies is headquartered in Moffett Field, California.

Switchboard

Venture Round in 2017
Switchboard, founded in 2012 by Mara Zepeda and Sean Lerner, is based in Portland, Oregon, and focuses on fostering strong communities for colleges, universities, independent schools, and various organizations. The company provides a social networking platform that enables members to find and share transformative opportunities within their communities. This advertisement-free platform is designed to prioritize community building and responsiveness to members' needs, facilitating connections among alumni, nonprofits, industries, farmers, and membership organizations. In addition to its engagement platform, Switchboard offers consulting and professional development services, helping institutions enhance their community engagement efforts and create meaningful, lasting interactions among their members.

Stacks

Initial Coin Offering in 2017
Stacks is a mobile communications company based in Melbourne, Australia, that specializes in branded contact sharing solutions. The company provides innovative business cards for iPhone users, enabling them to share contact information seamlessly via iOS 7 and AirDrop. Users can efficiently organize the business cards they receive into customized stacks based on categories such as company, profession, or event. Additionally, any updates made to contact details are automatically synchronized with their contacts, ensuring that information remains current and accessible. Stacks focuses on enhancing the way individuals manage and share their professional connections.

Aella

Seed Round in 2017
Aella Credit is a financial technology company based in Lagos, Nigeria, that specializes in providing personal loans to consumers. Utilizing a proprietary algorithm, Aella Credit streamlines the loan application process, offering instant credit solutions that are more accessible than traditional methods. The platform allows employees to borrow at competitive rates through their employers, thereby simplifying the borrowing experience. Aella Credit's services are available via a mobile application compatible with Android devices, catering to both individuals and organizations. The company also maintains offices in the United States, expanding its reach and impact in the lending market.

Upgraded

Seed Round in 2017
Upgraded Technologies Inc. operates an online platform designed to facilitate the upgrading of electronic devices, including phones, tablets, computers, and accessories. Established in 2016 and based in Sunnyvale, California, the company enables users to select devices from various popular brands and manage their upgrade cycles flexibly, whether annually for smartphones or every three years for laptops, all for a single low monthly fee. The platform simplifies the process of upgrading and exchanging devices by automating these transactions according to user plans, eliminating the need for consumers to track old devices or sell them independently. Additionally, Upgraded's services support electronics retailers and manufacturers by providing tools that enhance customer loyalty and streamline the customer experience, integrating various partners such as lenders, insurers, and recyclers into a cohesive system.

Jumpcut

Seed Round in 2016
Jumpcut, Inc. is an online education company based in Hollywood, California, founded in 2014. It specializes in creating engaging courses focused on content creation, including topics such as comedy, viral marketing, vlogging, and brand deals. Jumpcut's approach aims to address the high dropout rates associated with online education; its courses boast a completion rate of 65%, significantly higher than the industry average. This success is attributed to the company's use of entertainment industry best practices, making learning more captivating for users. Additionally, Jumpcut has a strong retention rate, with 90% of subscribers choosing to renew their monthly subscriptions.

Mezmo

Venture Round in 2016
Mezmo, formerly known as LogDNA, Inc., is a cloud-based log management company based in Mountain View, California, with an additional office in Toronto, Canada. Founded in 2013, Mezmo offers a centralized log management solution that allows engineering and DevOps teams to collect, aggregate, and analyze system and application logs in real-time. The platform supports various deployment options, enabling users to ingest and view log data from diverse environments, including AWS, Docker, and Heroku, with minimal onboarding time. Mezmo's solution is adaptable for self-hosted, cloud, and multi-cloud infrastructures, facilitating seamless log transmission via Syslog, code libraries, or agents.

Kite

Seed Round in 2016
Kite develops an artificial intelligence plugin to help developers to code faster. The company offers Kite, a plugin for IDE that uses machine learning to give developers useful code completions for Python. Its solutions include Kite for Atom, PyCharm, Sublime, Vim, and VS Code. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in San Francisco, California.

Reach

Seed Round in 2015
Founded out of MIT, Reach Labs is deeply rooted in technology and design. Their mission is to empower the world with seamless connectivity.

Reach

Seed Round in 2015
Founded out of MIT, Reach Labs is deeply rooted in technology and design. Their mission is to empower the world with seamless connectivity.

Clearbit

Pre Seed Round in 2015
Clearbit, Inc. is a business intelligence company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2014 by Alex McCaw, Harlow Ward, and Rob Holland. The company specializes in providing tools that enable organizations to gather detailed information about their customers. This information helps businesses enhance their sales efforts and mitigate the risk of fraud. By leveraging Clearbit's offerings, companies can better understand their target audiences, streamline their marketing strategies, and improve overall customer engagement.

Vault12

Seed Round in 2014
Vault12 is the provider of a crypto storage platform intended to deliver new decentralized digital custody to protect digital assets. The company's platform offers distributed, decentralized, and serverless digital custody, enabling clients to safeguard their cryptocurrencies, using a cryptographically secure network made up of trusted people and devices. It was founded in 2014 and headquartered in Mountain View, California.

Postmates

Seed Round in 2012
Postmates Inc. operates a food and grocery delivery platform that connects customers with local couriers for the delivery of products from various stores and restaurants across the United States. Founded in 2011 and based in San Francisco, the platform offers access to over 600,000 restaurants and retailers, including many exclusive to Postmates. It serves as a market leader in Los Angeles and covers approximately 80% of U.S. households in all 50 states. Users can discover, order, and track groceries and alcohol, alongside meals from local restaurants. Additionally, Postmates provides gift card services and offers a subscription service called Postmates Unlimited, which allows customers to enjoy free delivery from all merchants.
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