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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.

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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 innovative application that transforms audio into searchable text, allowing users to find live broadcasts through keyword searches. This platform caters to a range of audio creators, including podcasters, individual broadcasters, and marketers, by providing tools for creating, distributing, and monetizing live audio content. Utilizing patented artificial intelligence technology, nēdl enables users to easily launch their own live call-in radio shows, which are transcribed and made searchable in real time. The company operates on a business-to-business subscription model, enhancing the visibility and monetization opportunities for live audio creators while democratizing access to information and facilitating the discovery of audio content.

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.

Drop Software Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in developing 3D and immersive internet search solutions tailored for virtual and augmented reality environments. Positioned as a leader in immersive computing, Drop aims to enhance the browsing experience for users in these advanced digital spaces. The company's offerings are often likened to a virtual reality version of traditional web browsers, providing innovative tools for discovery and interaction in immersive settings. As part of the HTC portfolio, Drop is at the forefront of creating technologies that redefine how users engage with the internet in virtual contexts.

Discors, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company founded in 2014 by Basil Enan and Akber Malik. The firm specializes in mobile application-based news services, primarily through its product, Discors News, launched in June 2015. This iPhone app provides users with a unique blend of top news stories paired with expert analysis and commentary, enhancing their understanding of current events. Discors aims to transform how individuals engage with news by offering multi-dimensional insights through online and offline updates, ensuring users stay informed about the stories that matter most to them.

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. operates an online marketplace that connects scriptwriters with teachers and schools in need of plays and drama scripts. Founded in 2013 and based in London, the platform allows writers to upload, sell, and license their scripts while providing educators a resource to browse and purchase these materials. This initiative addresses the challenges faced by educators due to a scarcity of suitable playscripts, a situation exacerbated by a broken publishing model that limits access to high-quality educational content. By facilitating transactions in a previously underserved market, TreePress aims to enhance educational outcomes in the performing arts and support the broader creative economy.

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 is an online digital wedding planning platform designed to streamline the wedding planning process for modern couples. The platform allows users to discover, book, and collaborate with various event professionals, all in one location. By providing a comprehensive solution for wedding and anniversary planning, Menagerie simplifies the organization of these significant events, making it easier for couples to manage their planning needs effectively. The company is a participant in 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, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company founded in 2014 by Basil Enan and Akber Malik. The firm specializes in mobile application-based news services, primarily through its product, Discors News, launched in June 2015. This iPhone app provides users with a unique blend of top news stories paired with expert analysis and commentary, enhancing their understanding of current events. Discors aims to transform how individuals engage with news by offering multi-dimensional insights through online and offline updates, ensuring users stay informed about the stories that matter most to them.

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. is a media technology company based in San Francisco, California, that operates an online portal focused on hyperlocal news discovery across 40 cities in the United States. Founded in 2014, Hoodline leverages machine learning and artificial intelligence to transform raw data into thousands of automated local stories and videos each month. The platform, known as Atlas, analyzes vast amounts of unstructured data to identify and validate significant local signals, while also aggregating content from numerous partner publications to enhance its offerings. Hoodline's innovative technology allows for precise location tagging and contextualization of news stories, facilitating a tailored user experience. The company collaborates with various partners, including major media outlets and tech companies, to integrate its content recommendations into their platforms. Hoodline operates as a subsidiary of SFist and is supported by prominent investors, including Greylock and Disney.

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 is a media management platform that helps organizations capture and share their knowledge and stories effectively. By providing tools to document brand history, marketing campaigns, and company culture, Enwoven enables brands to turn valuable insights into dynamic narratives and flexible knowledge bases. The company collaborates with notable organizations such as the New York Times, Coca-Cola, Reebok, Campbell's, Avis, and Procter & Gamble to enhance their institutional memory and ensure that important ideas do not get lost over time. Through its services, Enwoven facilitates the creation of experiential stories that connect memories across various media, ultimately making knowledge more accessible and useful for organizations and their stakeholders.

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. is a cloud-based solutions provider based in Sunnyvale, California, that focuses on helping publishers engage and monetize their audiences. Established in 2014, the company offers a proprietary plugin that scans web pages to identify relevant products, embedding native storefronts for enhanced user interaction. This technology allows publishers to maximize the lifetime value of their users through actionable and responsive notifications throughout the user journey. By utilizing a behavior-tracking engine that analyzes user actions in real-time, Eureka King delivers tailored prompts that promote products, encourage signups, and facilitate transactions. The company's Software as a Service (SaaS) platform has demonstrated significant results, helping clients increase conversion rates by threefold and retention rates by twofold. Among its notable clients are KQED, The Associated Press, IDEO, and PBS MediaShift.

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