OODA Ventures

Operator of a men's apparel brand intended to offer innovative concepts in clothing based on science and technology. The company's apparel is designed with materials different from regular fabric and textiles and includes a varied combination of materials like graphene, ceramic, carbon, plants, and algae, enabling consumers to avail gears and clothing of innovative designs.

BreachRx, Inc. is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) company that provides a platform designed to assist organizations in managing data breaches. Founded in 2017 and based in Washington, DC, BreachRx offers a comprehensive solution that generates tailored breach response plans to streamline incident management. The platform includes features such as threat intelligence, risk identification, and breach simulations, enabling companies to automate their response processes and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and contractual obligations. BreachRx emphasizes preparation, response, and recovery, helping clients reduce business risks and improve their incident management capabilities.

Ligandal Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Oakland, California, that specializes in developing therapeutic nanotechnologies. Founded in 2013 and previously known as Ligandal Technology LLC, the company focuses on creating personalized gene therapies aimed at curing various diseases. Ligandal employs a ligand discovery engine to design materials that can accurately deliver a range of genetic materials and gene-specific payloads, including CRISPR and mRNA, to specific cell types with high precision. The company is initially targeting applications in gene editing within the fields of hematology and immuno-oncology, emphasizing its commitment to advancing the discovery and delivery of innovative gene therapies.

Wickr Inc. is a mobile communication application that specializes in providing military-grade encryption for text, images, audio, and video messages. Launched in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Wickr offers secure communication channels for both private messaging and collaboration among individuals, small teams, and large enterprises. Its applications, including Wickr Me, facilitate top-secret messaging, enabling users to send and receive encrypted messages without leaving a trace. The platform is designed to protect users’ privacy, as only the recipient can decrypt the messages, and Wickr does not retain decryption keys. With hundreds of thousands of downloads across over 113 countries, Wickr serves a diverse clientele, including reporters, military personnel, celebrities, and everyday users. The company’s protocol for ephemeral messaging employs standard encryption algorithms suitable for mobile devices and can be integrated into other communication platforms, enhancing security and privacy for all users.