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Telly offers the first Dual Screen Smart TV, is the ultimate free television upgrade for the living room.

Developer of a music platform built for creators, where songs can be used, not just listened to. The company's platform offers a creator music library with thousands of songs with multiple sound effects which can be used to create content without worrying about copyright claims and DMCA issues, enabling video creators and streamers to amplify their exposure and monetize their work by making music available.

Developer of financial software designed to plan personal finance. The company's platform converts clients' cash into USDC, a digital stablecoin backed by traditional reserves of cash and treasuries, and holds cryptocurrencies, enabling users to get options that involve much less risk to deposit their fiat currency into their accounts.

Federated Wireless, Inc., founded in 2012 and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, specializes in wireless broadband network management platforms that facilitate the efficient shared use of wireless spectrum. The company provides innovative cloud-based infrastructure solutions, particularly through its Spectrum Access System (SAS), which optimizes spectrum allocation and management. This technology enables mobile operators, cable operators, broadband providers, and enterprises to securely share spectrum without compromising service quality. By utilizing a network of radio sensors, Federated Wireless supports interference-free access to licensed spectrum, offering a cost-effective alternative to traditional high-cost spectrum access. The company’s strategic partnership with TESSCO Technologies further enhances its market position, allowing it to address the growing demand for dynamic and flexible wireless solutions across various industries.

Flipside Crypto, Inc. is a Boston-based company that operates a cryptocurrency information platform designed to provide business intelligence for blockchain organizations. Founded in 2017, the company offers a range of services, including cryptocurrency management, acquisition, digital walleting, custody services, and portfolio dashboards for investors. Flipside Crypto specializes in analytics, delivering insights into user behaviors, developer activities, and financial metrics. It also offers the Fundamental Crypto Asset Score (FCAS), which measures the fundamental health of cryptocurrency projects. Additionally, Flipside Crypto collaborates with partners like CoinMarketCap and Messari to distribute its analytics. The company is backed by notable investors, including Coinbase Ventures and True Ventures.

Operator of an online game platform intended to streamline and enhance gaming. The company develops original fantasy worlds, characters, games, and transmedia experiences for digital natives, enabling gamers to connect with other humans in a meaningful way through fun to play tabletop games.

Fable, Inc. is a New York-based company that has developed a web-based motion design platform aimed at making motion design intuitive and accessible for creative professionals and indie creators. Founded in 2018, Fable's solution enhances collaboration among teams by allowing instant sharing of files and online commenting. It simplifies the animation process for beginners while increasing efficiency for experienced users. The platform enables users to create and save projects as GIFs or high-definition videos, facilitating the creation of interactive stories that engage audiences. Fable's focus on collaboration and ease of use positions it as a valuable tool for artists and authors in the motion design space.

GetSetUp, Inc. is an online platform dedicated to providing seniors with interactive educational opportunities through peer-led classes. Founded in 2019 and based in San Francisco, the platform offers lessons on essential technology, e-commerce, marketing, website building, and topics related to health, wellness, and government services. By facilitating live sessions, GetSetUp helps older adults learn how to navigate various online tools, set up online businesses, and understand medical and financial products. The company's mission is to enhance the quality of life for seniors by fostering connections and promoting lifelong learning in a supportive environment.

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Operator of a publishing platform intended for emerging content creators. The company's platform focuses on giving unprecedented support and benefits to emerging creators by using influential content from tweets, newsletters, memes, and more, enabling content creators to deliver high-demand content to niche audiences.

Space Perspective Inc. is a spaceflight company based in Merritt Island, Florida, founded in 2019. The company specializes in offering suborbital trips to the edge of space through its spacecraft, Neptune, which utilizes a high-altitude balloon for ascent. Passengers travel in a pressurized capsule that ascends to an altitude of several kilometers, where they can experience a two-hour period of weightlessness and panoramic views of Earth. After the experience, the capsule descends slowly, landing in the ocean for retrieval by a support vessel. Space Perspective's primary Operations Center is located on Florida's Space Coast, near NASA's Kennedy Space Center, with additional launch sites planned in various locations, including Cecil Spaceport in Florida, Hawaii, and Alaska, as part of its expansion strategy.

Supersocial, Inc. owns and operates an indie games studio focused on creating games for the metaverse. The company was founded in 2020 and is based in Brooklyn, New York.

Infinite Canvas is a publisher specializing in user-generated, creator-led games. The company operates an online metaverse platform that aims to enhance the internet's engagement and interactivity through gaming. By providing a collaborative environment, Infinite Canvas connects popular game creators, facilitating the development of innovative in-game experiences. This platform enables game developers to publish immersive content while also offering opportunities for monetization of their creations.

Developer of a music platform built for creators, where songs can be used, not just listened to. The company's platform offers a creator music library with thousands of songs with multiple sound effects which can be used to create content without worrying about copyright claims and DMCA issues, enabling video creators and streamers to amplify their exposure and monetize their work by making music available.

Genvid Technologies develops innovative software tools for interactive streaming specifically tailored for the eSports industry. Founded in 2016 and based in New York City, the company focuses on providing a unique streaming engine that integrates seamlessly with game engines, allowing game developers and broadcasting companies to enhance the viewer experience. Genvid's technology enables users to create custom camera angles, develop interactive viewer interfaces, and analyze player statistics in real-time. By offering a software development kit (SDK), the company empowers game developers to integrate its tools into their games, facilitating premium interactive broadcasts across multiple streaming platforms.

ShopShops is a livestream shopping platform that connects consumers with brick-and-mortar retailers across the globe, allowing users to shop from diverse stores directly through their mobile devices. Founded in 2016 by Liyia Wu, the company operates from its headquarters in New York City and Beijing. The platform offers an interactive experience, enabling customers to browse efficiently by location and access authenticated products from various brands and stores. By breaking down geographical barriers, ShopShops provides a unique shopping experience that combines curation and interaction, allowing fashion-savvy consumers to explore global retail offerings conveniently and affordably.

Toucan develops a Google chrome extension for learning new languages and communicating with others. The company was founded in 2019 and is headquartered in Santa Monica, California.

Goldin Auctions is the leading marketplace for trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other collectibles. Founder Ken Goldin has sold more than $1 billion in memorabilia from many of the biggest names in sports, history, and pop culture. The company routinely sets records for the most expensive trading cards and other memorabilia ever sold. Lifelong collectors and new hobbyists alike trust Goldin Auctions because the company professionally authenticates everything it sells.

Podchaser, LLC is a podcast database and discovery platform founded in 2016 and headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky. The platform allows users to search for, review, and engage with podcasts, offering features such as custom podcast lists, detailed tagging, and profile pages for creators and networks. With a comprehensive dataset that includes over four million creator and guest credits, Podchaser aims to create a standardized resource for the podcast industry. Users can follow their favorite podcasts and creators, enabling them to receive personalized updates. The platform is designed to be compatible with existing podcast players, allowing users to rate and review both podcasts and individual episodes, thereby facilitating deeper engagement between creators and their audiences.

Developer of a music platform built for creators, where songs can be used, not just listened to. The company's platform offers a creator music library with thousands of songs with multiple sound effects which can be used to create content without worrying about copyright claims and DMCA issues, enabling video creators and streamers to amplify their exposure and monetize their work by making music available.