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Heartrate is a Web3 health platform that creates an exercise + sleep health program driven by blockchain technology.

Compass News develops web and mobile application that provides bundled subscription to navigate news. The company offers news for politics, current affairs, business, finance, technology, and entertainment. Compass News was founded in 2016 and is based in London, United Kingdom.

We are on a mission to get people reading on the internet.

Kerning Cultures is building the premier Middle East podcast network. As audio media becomes mainstream in other international markets, we're defining the space for the Middle East and North Africa. Our inaugural show produces radio documentaries from the Middle East for regional and global audiences.

nēdl is an app that converts audio into text so listeners can search live broadcasts as easily as they search the web-- by keyword, and create their own live broadcasts that are searchable as well. A B2B revenue model that amplifies the voices of live audio creators (podcasters, individual broadcasters, marketers, meetings and conferences) with a suite of products that make it easy to create, distribute, and monetize -- all sold by subscription.

Ovee Inc. is a digital health platform focused on women's healthcare, specifically addressing sexual and reproductive health needs. The platform offers a range of resources, including medically vetted content and personalized guidance, allowing users to better understand their bodies and make informed health decisions. Ovee also aggregates medical records in one central location and fosters a supportive community for users to discuss their health concerns. Additionally, the company provides curated products, such as hygiene items and accessories, to complement its educational offerings. Based in the United States, Ovee aims to streamline the process of accessing health information and resources, making it more efficient and less stressful for women.

In The Room connects with people and communities nearby. The app allows its users to see and connect with individuals at networking events, get togethers, or any place they woukd like to connect.

Pie develops a 360 video app for iPhone. Its app enables users to make and share 360 and other touchable videos on their phone. The company is based in San Francisco, California.

At Drop, we are building what we believe will be the future of discovery in immersive computing. Based in San Francisco, California, we are an HTC portfolio company that has built an immersive internet searching and browsing experience for virtual and augmented realities. In other words, it's the "Google Chrome for VR/AR."

Discors is a San Francisco-based startup that seeks to change how people stay informed on stories that matter. The company was founded by Basil Enan and Akber Malik in September of 2014 and released its first iPhone app, Discors News, to the public in June 2015.

Ballstar is an online platform that caters to basketball enthusiasts by providing a comprehensive source of statistics and information related to the sport. Founded in 2013 by Nigel Caldon, the platform allows users to discover leagues, scores, courts, teammates, and opponents, while also enabling them to follow their favorite players, teams, and leagues. In addition to accessing up-to-date basketball stats, users can post scores, records, and engage in discussions, fostering a vibrant community around the sport. Based in the United States, Ballstar serves as both a social utility and a statistical database, enhancing the experience for fans and participants in the basketball community.

This. Media Company operates an online platform that enables users to discover and share popular web links, with a unique feature that allows each user to share only one link per day. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in New York, this platform focuses on curating content related to entertainment, art, and journalism. Users can follow trusted sources, express gratitude for shared links, and promote their favorite content, fostering a community centered around meaningful sharing and engagement.

TreePress Ltd. is an online marketplace and community that connects scriptwriters with educators and schools in need of playscripts. Founded in response to the scarcity of available scripts for classroom use, TreePress addresses broader issues within the publishing industry that have hindered playwrights and teachers from effectively sharing their work. The platform allows writers to upload and sell their scripts and licenses, while enabling teachers to easily browse and purchase relevant material. By facilitating these connections, TreePress aims to improve access to quality performing arts resources, thereby enhancing educational outcomes and supporting the creative economy. The company was incorporated in 2013 and is based in London, United Kingdom.

Scout Holdings, Inc. is a Seattle-based company that develops an online community centered around the intersection of science fiction and journalism. Established in 2015, the organization publishes weekly online dispatches that provide insights into various futuristic topics, including artificial intelligence, virtual reality, genetic augmentation, and space travel. By combining these genres, Scout creates a platform that empowers individuals to envision and explore potential futures while engaging with a community of innovative thinkers. Through its web-based journal, the company aims to keep users informed about the latest developments in technology, economics, and ethics, facilitating a deeper understanding of the scientific landscape.

Itavio operates a platform designed to enhance the relationship between gaming studios, parents, and young gamers. Its application enables parents to set spending limits for their children, providing them with a hands-free allowance system while allowing them to monitor gameplay habits and achievements. This facilitates a cooperative environment where parents can engage positively with their children's gaming activities, alleviating concerns about spending and content. For gaming studios, Itavio offers insights into player behavior and purchasing potential, enabling them to refine their monetization strategies and foster better relationships with parents. By combining these features, Itavio aims to address the challenges of the free-to-play gaming model, creating a more informed and supportive gaming ecosystem.

Menagerie makes it easy for modern couples to collaborate, organize and choose their wedding professionals, all in one place. Menagerie is part of the Matter VC Accelerator, Class of 2016.

Thankroll is a service that offers a way for fans of artists, blogs and others to support those products and services through a widget that appears on blogs' or artists' site.

Discors is a San Francisco-based startup that seeks to change how people stay informed on stories that matter. The company was founded by Basil Enan and Akber Malik in September of 2014 and released its first iPhone app, Discors News, to the public in June 2015.

KiraKira3D is a pioneering mobile application focused on 3D modeling, aimed at transforming how girls engage with engineering. The platform offers online classes that teach 3D printing, providing a unique learning experience by combining virtual instruction with tangible rewards in the form of 3D printed objects. KiraKira3D fosters an online community dedicated to learning, creating, and sharing, while equipping users with essential engineering skills and concepts. The lessons cover a range of transferable skills relevant to various STEM fields, including architecture, mechanical and aerospace engineering, and industrial design, thereby broadening the educational opportunities for young learners interested in these disciplines.

Hoodline, Inc., founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, operates an online platform dedicated to hyperlocal news and content discovery across 40 cities in the United States. The company's technology, known as Atlas, utilizes machine learning and data science to analyze vast amounts of unstructured data, enabling the generation of thousands of automated local stories and videos each month. Hoodline's platform enhances content by adding precise location data and contextual metadata from numerous partner publications, thereby improving the relevance of the information presented. The company's services are designed to assist in local news discovery down to a 0.2-mile radius, making it easier for users to access pertinent information. Hoodline collaborates with various partners, including major media outlets and tech companies, and maintains a team of 28 employees. As of October 2020, Hoodline operates as a subsidiary of SFist.

Stringr, Inc. operates an online marketplace that connects media content contributors with media organizations seeking various types of media, including photographs and videos. It provides a platform where contributors can upload their work and license it for use by media outlets. Media organizations can search for videos based on location, date, and description, submit detailed footage requests, and download videos directly from the platform. The service also allows contributors to receive notifications for requests and capture the specified video content. Stringr supports multiple video formats, such as AVI, AAC, FLV, MP4, and 3GP. Founded in 2013, the company is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Enwoven empowers organizations to combine important assets and context together in the form of dynamic narratives and flexible knowledge bases. Companies create valuable ideas, thoughts and insights that get lost everyday. We work with brands like the NY Times, Coca-Cola, Reebok, Campbell's, Avis, and Procter & Gamble to help them document brand history, marketing campaigns, innovation, important initiatives, company culture and much more.

Nuzzel is a professional news discovery service used by many of the top influencers in media, technology, and finance. Nuzzel was named one of the best apps of the year by Google Play, the New York Times, Fast Company, and Time Magazine. Nuzzel is backed by top Silicon Valley investors including Andreessen Horowitz, CRV, Homebrew, Lowercase Capital, Uncork Capital, Marc Benniof, and Max Levchin.

News Deeply, Inc., a media and technology company, designs and builds online platforms and user-centric projects for news, live events, information design, and social participation. The company also creates educational content for teachers in the United States. In addition, it ideates and creates custom projects for think tanks, institutions, and private sector partners; and offers Syria Deeply, an independent digital media project that explores the model of storytelling around a global crisis. News Deeply, Inc. was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in New York, New York.

LocalData is a cloud-based mapping platform that helps cities and communities make data-driven decisions by capturing and visualizing street-level information in real time. Public sector and non-profit professionals use LocalData to quickly collect and map street-level qualitative and quantitative data. Design custom map-based surveys, manage data online and instantly visualize geospatial data without a data expert.

Eureka King Inc. offers cloud based solutions that enables publishers to engage and monetize their audience by adding an eCommerce layer to their website that delivers contextually aware product suggestions available at the click of a button. The company's proprietary plugin scans a webpage, matches it against relevant & engaging products, and embeds native storefronts which engage users. The company was incorporated in 2014 and is based in Sunnyvale, California.

NEEDMADE is an iOS application that matches top-level freelancers with the people who want to hire them.