HaiLa Technologies Inc., established in 2017, specializes in developing wireless connectivity platforms for remote data capture and management devices. Based in Montreal, Canada, with offices in Copenhagen, Denmark, and San Francisco, California, the company offers sensors and software that enable Internet of Things (IoT) devices to transmit data using ambient waves, reducing power consumption and extending battery life. HaiLa's solutions cater to diverse applications such as smart homes, agriculture, industry, wearables, and medical devices, aiming to facilitate wide-scale IoT deployment while promoting sustainability.
Rithmik Solutions
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Rithmik Solutions Ltd. is a Montreal-based company that specializes in developing software solutions tailored for the mining industry. Founded in 2017, Rithmik focuses on predictive maintenance for mobile mining equipment through its artificial intelligence platform. The company's flagship product, the Asset Health Analyzer, utilizes AI to monitor equipment health by creating a virtual model of a healthy asset alongside its physical counterpart. This innovative approach allows for the early detection of deviations from optimal performance, thereby providing insights that help clients reduce maintenance costs and increase equipment uptime. Rithmik Solutions is dedicated to enhancing productivity and profitability within the mining sector through its advanced analytics systems.
ORA Graphene Audio
Convertible Note in 2019
ORA is a Montreal-based startup working with advanced nano-materials to produce unparalleled audio experiences. Their team of sound engineers, chemists and material scientists work with the exciting properties of *Graphene* (the strongest and lightest material known to man) to deliver smaller/lighter, more energy efficient speakers, all while remarkably improving sound quality. With a simple drop-in replacement of the speaker’s membrane, GrapheneQ can 1) extend the battery life of a portable audio device by up to 70% b) generate up to 4x the volume and c) significantly reduce the overall size of the speaker, allowing for bigger batteries/thinner devices. ORA's technology is disrupting a technology that has seen little innovation since its invention in 1921: the loudspeaker!
Potloc Inc. is a Montreal-based company that operates an online consumer insights platform, which was founded in 2014. The platform specializes in providing businesses with market insights through various survey methodologies, including web panels, phone surveys, and geo-targeted surveys utilizing social networks. This innovative approach allows Potloc to gather authentic consumer feedback and data on purchasing habits, helping companies predict customer retention and acquisition. Trusted by numerous leading brands and organizations, Potloc's platform enables retailers and businesses to effectively connect with their target audiences globally. With offices in Toronto, Paris, and Geneva, Potloc has established itself as a key player in the market research industry, delivering high-quality data insights that meet the specific needs of its clients.
Aeponyx Inc. is a Montreal-based company specializing in the design and manufacture of fabless micro optical switch semiconductor chips. Founded in 2011, Aeponyx focuses on developing innovative solutions for fiber optic access and optical switching, particularly in cloud computing environments. The company employs a combination of micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS) and silicon photonics to create compact, efficient micro optical switches. These advanced technologies facilitate disaggregated switching systems and enhance tunability in both transmission and reception within pluggable transceivers. Aeponyx's products are aimed at improving the capacity and performance of optical communications while reducing power consumption. Through its patented technologies, the company is positioned to support next-generation optical circuit switching and high-speed data transmission applications, catering to the evolving needs of the telecom and datacom sectors.
Rithmik Solutions
Seed Round in 2019
Rithmik Solutions Ltd. is a Montreal-based company that specializes in developing software solutions tailored for the mining industry. Founded in 2017, Rithmik focuses on predictive maintenance for mobile mining equipment through its artificial intelligence platform. The company's flagship product, the Asset Health Analyzer, utilizes AI to monitor equipment health by creating a virtual model of a healthy asset alongside its physical counterpart. This innovative approach allows for the early detection of deviations from optimal performance, thereby providing insights that help clients reduce maintenance costs and increase equipment uptime. Rithmik Solutions is dedicated to enhancing productivity and profitability within the mining sector through its advanced analytics systems.
Electrobac
Seed Round in 2018
Electrobac Inc. is a Montreal-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in the disposal and recycling of electronic waste. It has developed a network of smart bins designed for the convenient collection of unwanted electronic equipment, facilitating the recovery and repackaging of small electronics. Electrobac aims to extend the lifecycle of electronic devices and promote sustainable practices by prioritizing reuse, repair, and refurbishment. The company serves both individual consumers and large businesses, assisting them in integrating circular economy principles into the management of their mobile devices.
Potloc Inc. is a Montreal-based company that operates an online consumer insights platform, which was founded in 2014. The platform specializes in providing businesses with market insights through various survey methodologies, including web panels, phone surveys, and geo-targeted surveys utilizing social networks. This innovative approach allows Potloc to gather authentic consumer feedback and data on purchasing habits, helping companies predict customer retention and acquisition. Trusted by numerous leading brands and organizations, Potloc's platform enables retailers and businesses to effectively connect with their target audiences globally. With offices in Toronto, Paris, and Geneva, Potloc has established itself as a key player in the market research industry, delivering high-quality data insights that meet the specific needs of its clients.
Aeponyx
Seed Round in 2017
Aeponyx Inc. is a Montreal-based company specializing in the design and manufacture of fabless micro optical switch semiconductor chips. Founded in 2011, Aeponyx focuses on developing innovative solutions for fiber optic access and optical switching, particularly in cloud computing environments. The company employs a combination of micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS) and silicon photonics to create compact, efficient micro optical switches. These advanced technologies facilitate disaggregated switching systems and enhance tunability in both transmission and reception within pluggable transceivers. Aeponyx's products are aimed at improving the capacity and performance of optical communications while reducing power consumption. Through its patented technologies, the company is positioned to support next-generation optical circuit switching and high-speed data transmission applications, catering to the evolving needs of the telecom and datacom sectors.