Siren Biotechnology is a biotech company focused on developing innovative cancer treatments through a unique gene therapy platform. The company merges two advanced therapeutic technologies: adeno-associated virus (AAV) gene therapy and cytokine immunotherapy. This integrated approach addresses significant challenges in cancer treatment, including drug delivery, efficacy, and toxicity. By combining these methods, Siren Biotechnology aims to enhance the elimination of tumor cells and stimulate anti-tumor immune responses, offering a novel strategy for combating cancer.
OpenAI is a non-profit artificial intelligence (AI) research company, associated with business magnate Elon Musk, that aims to carefully promote and develop friendly AI in such a way as to benefit, rather than harm, humanity as a whole. The organization aims to "freely collaborate" with other institutions and researchers by making its patents and research open to the public. The company is supported by over US$1 billion in commitments; however, only a tiny fraction of the $1 billion pledged is expected to be spent in the first few years. The founders are motivated in part by concerns about existential risk from artificial general intelligence.
Pulley is a San Francisco-based company that provides a platform to help startup founders and employees figure out their equity. It also offers a cap table management product for startups to provide employee and investor equity information and maintain accurate ownership records. The platform is used to issue employee and investor equity and maintain accurate ownership records as the company scales. Pulley manages the cap table and runs the client's business with a clear understanding of the ownership of the business. Founded in 2019 and is headquartered in San Francisco, CA, USA.
Myome helps identify genes that cause disease and act based on leading science. The data is secure, portable, and reusable throughout life.
Ultima Genomics, founded in 2016 and based in Newark, California, specializes in genome-scale sequencing technology aimed at providing analytical services to enterprises. The company employs an innovative approach using an open substrate that creates a large, low-cost reaction surface, allowing for billions of reads without the need for expensive flow cells or complex fluidics. By integrating specialized sequencing hardware with machine learning, Ultima Genomics ensures reproducible and accurate results, enabling clients to obtain genomic reports rapidly and efficiently. This technology not only enhances the scale of genomic information but also significantly reduces the costs associated with sequencing, thereby facilitating advancements in biology and improvements in human health.
Material Security is a developer of data-driven security software designed to safeguard organizations' users and information. Founded in response to significant data breaches, the company emphasizes the importance of protecting private data through creativity and practicality. Its software leverages common tools in innovative ways to assess and mitigate risks associated with cloud office applications. By connecting quickly to analyze risks, detect threats, and investigate incidents, Material Security enables clients to effectively protect sensitive information. The company collaborates closely with leading organizations to enhance the security and productivity of their employees, aiming for resilience rather than relying on superficial solutions. Through its technology, Material Security supports clients across various sectors, including media, finance, technology, and public services, ensuring the confidentiality and safety of their operations.
Developer of a deep learning acceleration platform designed to simplify and accelerate complex artificial intelligence workloads. The company's platform supports models from all deep learning frameworks by moving model inferences and supporting computations like video decoding and image preprocessing remotely, enabling clients to integrate accelerated deep learning into an interactive or batch application.
Playbook, as a beautiful, organized home base for all creative work. For teams, Playbook makes it easy to share, and collaborate on visual projects; and for freelancers, Playbook makes collaborating with clients and sharing their work with the world totally seamlessly. Playbook runs on advanced and intelligent technology. It automatically imports, tags, categorizes your entire media library, in minutes.
SESO Inc. operates an online agricultural labor recruitment platform that connects U.S. farms with qualified seasonal workers through the H-2A visa program. This program allows agricultural employers to hire foreign workers for temporary or seasonal labor. Founded in 2019 and based in San Francisco, the company addresses the significant labor shortage in U.S. agriculture, which results in annual losses of $15 billion. SESO offers a comprehensive service package that includes recruiting, qualifying, and training workers, as well as automating the H-2A visa process. Additionally, SESO provides workforce management software to assist employers in maintaining compliance with local and federal regulations. By facilitating access to a better quality workforce at a lower cost, SESO aims to create meaningful and safe employment opportunities for agricultural workers.
Built Robotics Inc. develops automation technology solutions for the construction industry. It develops AI guidance systems to transform heavy equipment into autonomous robots, which combines various sensors, such as GPS, cameras, and Lidar with advanced software. The company’s guidance systems are deployed on earthmoving equipment, and used to build critical infrastructure, such as wind farms, oil and gas pipelines, mining, and new housing developments. Built Robotics Inc. was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Vontive operates a digital platform that connects real estate investors with lenders, facilitating access to a range of financing options for single-family, multifamily, and commercial projects. Founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, the company aims to streamline the loan application process, making it easier for real estate entrepreneurs to evaluate their options and secure funding. By offering a comprehensive suite of mortgage products tailored for construction and real estate investments, Vontive enables users to make informed decisions and enhances the overall efficiency of closing transactions.
Hadrian is a manufacturer of critical precision components tailored for the aerospace and defense industries. The company offers a platform that streamlines the production of these components, enabling factories to deliver high-quality parts quickly and efficiently. By focusing on advanced manufacturing techniques, Hadrian aims to significantly reduce the costs associated with building rockets, satellites, engines, and drones. This approach supports frontier technology enterprises in developing innovative aerospace solutions at a more affordable rate, ultimately contributing to advancements in rocket and aircraft manufacturing.
Kargo is a logistics management platform founded in 2019 and based in San Francisco, California. The company provides a smart loading dock solution that utilizes computer vision to enhance operational efficiency and responsiveness. Kargo enables businesses to achieve comprehensive visibility of incoming and outgoing shipments through real-time Advanced Shipping Notice (ASN) verification. Its autonomous material inspection tower scans moving labels and identifies internal RFID tags, facilitating accurate tracking. By leveraging artificial intelligence and analytics, Kargo assists various industries, including logistics, automotive, and distribution, in saving time, gaining insights, and making informed business decisions. Previously known as Cognisense, Kargo aims to streamline supply chain processes and improve overall performance.
Cor is a consumer product, with the intention of making it easy to access vital and valuable nutrition and fitness information through your blood. Cor transforms data through machine learning algorithms into “insights.” These insights are information for you based on your lifestyle changes. They include diet, supplements, exercise, and relaxation insights and recommendations. When something you try works for you, you will see an improvement in your indicators. That’s self-efficacy, and that’s just the beginning. You can take these insights and make them into habits. That’s adherence. Over time this becomes permanent improvement. Furthermore, you can share your successes with your family, or anyone you choose. You can help your community by sharing your secrets to success. Cor enables you to see inside your body, quickly and from the comfort of your own home. By providing personalized health insights and key indicator tracking, Cor empowers you to live a longer and healthier life.
SmithRx is a pharmacy benefit manager based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in creating custom pharmacy benefit plans for companies to support their employees. Founded in 2016, the company employs a modern technology platform to enhance flexibility, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. SmithRx offers a cost-competitive pass-through model, a unified technology platform, and high-quality service guarantees related to drug costs and rebates. The firm’s in-house team comprises professionals with extensive experience from various healthcare companies and technology firms. Front-line clinicians play a key role in executing plans and providing member support. By leveraging technology and data analytics, SmithRx aims to redefine the pharmacy benefit landscape with a focus on precision and effectiveness.
Found is a business bank for self-employed people that makes self-employed taxes easy. With built-in expense tracking and a tax savings account, we’re on a mission to help millions of self-employed people make their business dreams a reality.
Flexport, Inc. is a global freight forwarder and logistics platform that provides online customs brokerage and freight forwarding services. Established in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company offers a comprehensive online dashboard that enables businesses to understand, purchase, manage, and track the necessary services for global trade. Its offerings include customs brokerage services such as clearances, bonds, product classification, and government agency filings, alongside freight forwarding options encompassing ocean freight, air freight, and trucking. Additionally, Flexport provides supply chain services that cover cargo insurance, quality inspections, warehousing, product sourcing, and trade finance. By leveraging modern software, Flexport aims to enhance the user experience in global trade, helping logistics companies optimize transportation routes and manage inventory effectively.
Cerby, Inc. is a cybersecurity company founded in 2020 and headquartered in Alameda, California. It specializes in providing tools and applications that help enterprises manage and secure Shadow IT, which refers to the use of unauthorized applications within organizations. Cerby's platform simplifies the onboarding process for end-users, allowing them to safely utilize applications of their choice while maintaining security protocols. By automating manual processes and identifying security vulnerabilities, Cerby empowers businesses to adopt zero trust principles, thereby enhancing overall brand protection and productivity.
Operator of enterprise software intended to empower moving businesses to go paperless. The company's software specializes in scheduling and dispatching jobs with a single click and unifies the entire team by automating timesheets, job forms, contracts, and operations, enabling businesses to access cloud-based moving software to organize, manage, and scale their business.
Lattice is a people management platform that helps organizations enhance employee engagement and performance. It combines continuous performance management with employee feedback, providing real-time analytics that generate actionable insights. This enables HR and People teams to support managers in developing their leadership skills and fosters a culture of high performance among employees. The platform streamlines the performance management process, allowing companies to efficiently conduct performance reviews and track employee goals throughout the year. Targeting primarily medium-sized organizations, Lattice aims to transform workplaces into environments where employees can thrive and succeed.
Searchlight is a San Francisco-based company that has developed a modern platform for automated reference checks aimed at enhancing talent assessment. Founded by Kerry Wang and Anna Wang, the platform addresses the challenges candidates face in distinguishing themselves through their resumes by leveraging insights from individuals who have previously worked with them. Searchlight's technology combines reference data with predictive analysis to identify top performers, utilizing an algorithm that analyzes and summarizes feedback from references. By inviting references to share contextualized work experiences through a custom online link, the platform enables recruiters to better assess candidate-position compatibility, ultimately improving the recruitment process.
Mixhalo Corp. is a San Francisco-based company that has developed an audio technology platform allowing users to access high-quality sound at live events through their smartphones. Founded in 2016 by musician Mike Einziger and violinist Ann Marie Simpson-Einziger, Mixhalo offers a solution that delivers real-time audio directly to attendees' phones and headphones. This platform enhances the experience at various events, including concerts, sporting events, conferences, and political speeches, ensuring that audiences receive the audio quality they expect. By leveraging this technology, live event organizers can create immersive experiences for attendees, making it easier for them to connect with the content being presented.
TruePlan Inc. is a company that develops a collaborative headcount management platform aimed at enhancing financial visibility and control for organizations. Established in 2020 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, TruePlan's platform streamlines headcount management by reducing the time spent on manual tasks and fostering alignment in hiring across teams. It centralizes all aspects of headcount management, enabling businesses to automate financial planning related to operating expenses through collaborative workflows and operational actions. This comprehensive approach allows organizations to optimize their workforce planning and improve overall efficiency.
Density measures how people use space in real-time without invading privacy. Using proprietary depth sensors and deep learning algorithms, the platform accurately and anonymously counts people in real time. Organizations use Density to improve efficiency and enhance occupant experience in buildings, workplaces, and real estate. Unlike a camera, Density's platform doesn't capture personally identifiable information and is purpose-built for accurately measuring how people use physical space.
AirGarage, Inc. is a parking management company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2017. The firm connects homeowners, businesses, and organizations with underutilized parking spaces to drivers seeking parking. As a full-stack operator, AirGarage offers a comprehensive platform that facilitates the management of parking lots and garages. This includes tools for user acquisition, payment processing, enforcement, and customer support. By streamlining the rental process, AirGarage enables property owners, such as churches and businesses, to monetize their extra parking spaces efficiently, allowing them to boost their revenue while providing drivers with convenient parking options on demand.
Rippling is a human resource management company that streamlines various employee-related processes, including payroll, benefits, device management, and application access. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, Rippling offers a platform that automates manual tasks, such as the onboarding of new hires. In a matter of 90 seconds, businesses can set up or disable employee payroll, health insurance, and access to essential third-party applications like Gmail, Microsoft Office, and Slack. By unifying all employee systems, Rippling effectively reduces administrative burdens, allowing organizations to focus on their core activities.
Open operates a mediation studio that focuses on creating spaces for meditation and movement, promoting the mind-body connection. The company offers a platform that provides various wellness and fitness sessions, including meditation and training classes. By facilitating shared mindful experiences, Open aims to help individuals engage meaningfully with friends and community, both online and offline. Through its offerings, the company seeks to enhance overall well-being by providing a tranquil environment conducive to personal growth and mindfulness.
All Day Kitchens, founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, California, provides a platform designed to enhance delivery services for restaurants. The company specializes in delivery-optimized kitchens and related technology that allows restaurants to expand their delivery reach with minimal initial investment. By leveraging this model, All Day Kitchens enables restaurants to capitalize on the growing demand for food delivery, ultimately improving their operational efficiency and service offerings.
Persona is a company that specializes in identity verification, helping businesses establish trust in online interactions. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in San Francisco, Persona provides a comprehensive suite of automated identity verification tools designed to address various needs, including age verification, fraud prevention, and account recovery. The system allows for the configuration and branding of custom-tailored workflows, making it adaptable to diverse use cases. By managing the complex processes of collecting, verifying, and handling sensitive personal information, Persona enables organizations to focus on their core product development while ensuring secure and efficient identity verification.
Workstream Technologies, Inc. operates an automated online hiring platform designed specifically for companies that employ hourly workers. The platform allows employers to post job openings, track applicants, schedule interviews, and manage the onboarding process for new hires. Workstream serves a variety of industries, including healthcare, hospitality, retail, and transportation, facilitating the hiring process for businesses in sectors that require efficient workforce management. Founded in 2016, the company is headquartered in Palo Alto, California, and aims to streamline the recruitment process for both job seekers and employers.
Playbook, as a beautiful, organized home base for all creative work. For teams, Playbook makes it easy to share, and collaborate on visual projects; and for freelancers, Playbook makes collaborating with clients and sharing their work with the world totally seamlessly. Playbook runs on advanced and intelligent technology. It automatically imports, tags, categorizes your entire media library, in minutes.
Bungalow is a residential real estate platform that offers flexible communal living solutions for early career professionals. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, the company transforms unused spaces into rentable rooms by signing long-term leases with homeowners. Bungalow provides fully furnished multi-bedroom homes in desirable neighborhoods across major U.S. cities, including Baltimore, New York City, and Los Angeles. Each home features private bedrooms, shared living spaces, and amenities such as Wi-Fi, utilities, and housekeeping services. In addition, Bungalow facilitates roommate matching to create harmonious living arrangements and organizes monthly community events to foster social connections among residents. The company aims to enhance the rental experience by providing high-quality homes and a supportive community for its members.
AREVO, based in Silicon Valley, California, develops technology to enable direct digital additive manufacturing of ultra-strong, lightweight composite parts for end use applications in high volume. With the company's unique combination of breakthrough materials, powerful design/build software, and free motion robotics for the first “true 3D” construction, AREVO is moving beyond prototypes by enabling the design and fabrication of large, mass-produced parts and structures, quickly leading 3D printing into mainstream manufacturing. AREVO provides designers and manufacturers with unprecedented freedom to unlock the unparalleled strength and weight of composite materials for a wide range of consumer and industrial products, and has seen early success manufacturing CFRTP composite parts for OEM customers. With an initial focus on Aerospace, Defense, Consumer Electronics, Transportation, and Consumer Goods, Arevo is poised to optimize additive manufacturing services to OEM’s worldwide.
Mountaintop Studios is a game studio creating multiplayer games for players who crave a challenge.
Osaro, Inc. develops industrial-grade artificial intelligence (AI) software to automate the manual picking and assembly tasks in distribution centers and manufacturing facilities. It offers automation solutions for computer and robotic systems driven by advanced machine learning software. The company also provides machine learning products that automatically processes large amounts of unstructured data and learns complex control tasks. Osaro, Inc. was incorporated in 2015 and is based in San Francisco, California.
Neuralink Corp. is a neural technology company focused on developing brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) that facilitate direct communication between the human brain and computers. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Burlingame, the company aims to create implants that can treat brain injuries and trauma. Neuralink's innovative approach includes a concept referred to as a "neural lace," which would be surgically integrated into the brain, enabling users to interact with computers without the limitations of traditional input methods like keyboards and mice. The company is also exploring the potential of brain interfaces to alleviate symptoms of serious and chronic medical conditions, striving to enhance cognitive capabilities and keep pace with advances in artificial intelligence.
Varda Space Industries, Inc. is a space manufacturing startup founded in 2020 and based in San Francisco, California. The company focuses on creating products in space that can be utilized for terrestrial applications, leveraging the advantages of low gravity. Varda aims to establish an infrastructure that facilitates the harvesting of materials from space, particularly through asteroid mining, to produce new products. The founders of the company are Delian Asparouhov and Trae Stephens.
Dover is a recruitment services provider based in the United States, focused on modernizing the hiring process for companies. The organization employs a unique automated hiring platform that leverages algorithmic technology to identify and engage suitable candidates for open positions. By understanding the specific skill sets required by companies, Dover streamlines the recruitment process, reducing the need for extensive human involvement. This approach not only enhances the efficiency of hiring but also helps organizations improve their margins by ensuring that the right talent is onboarded. Through its innovative methods, Dover aims to support some of the fastest-growing companies in finding and engaging high-quality candidates.
Pathpoint Inc., operating as Pathpoint Insurance Service, specializes in providing excess and surplus (E&S) insurance services, including general liability and cyber liability coverage. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company leverages technology to enhance the efficiency of insurance brokerage. It offers a digital platform that streamlines the procurement process for independent agents, allowing them to obtain bindable quotes from multiple carriers within minutes. Pathpoint's software solutions encompass various aspects of the insurance industry, including quoting, binding, policy document management, distribution, underwriting, and accounting. By facilitating faster access to insurance options, Pathpoint aids carriers in reaching a broader market while reducing operational costs and enhancing market insights.
IRL is a social planning application designed to facilitate real-life interactions among users. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, the app simplifies the process of sending and receiving invitations to social gatherings. It offers users a range of suggestions for activities based on their interests, locations, seasons, and upcoming holidays. In addition to event planning, IRL allows users to anonymously nominate friends for activities suited to their skills. The application also integrates local public events and enables users to sync their calendars with friends while following sports teams, musicians, and local venues. Overall, IRL aims to enhance social connectivity and encourage users to engage in shared experiences.
Grabango develops checkout-free shopping technology for the retail industry, utilizing hardware tools and computer vision software. Founded in 2016 and based in Berkeley, California, the company employs cameras and shelf sensors to track customer interactions with products. As customers add items to their carts, the system identifies and counts these purchases, allowing for a seamless checkout experience. Once finished, customers can pay via a registered payment method on their smartphones and leave the store without waiting in line. Grabango's technology is designed to integrate with existing brick-and-mortar stores, accommodating various retail formats from convenience stores to larger grocers, and aims to enhance the shopping experience by streamlining the payment process and eliminating queues.
Candor provides a platform that facilitates regulated insider transactions for public companies and major U.S. brokers. The company specializes in infrastructure trading orchestration, ensuring compliance with securities regulations while offering services that encompass trade execution and settlement. By leveraging artificial intelligence, Candor enhances the planning and management of complex trading flows, aiming to empower companies and individuals to negotiate effectively and achieve fair value in their transactions. Through its innovative approach, Candor addresses the challenges in trading and compliance, enabling clients to navigate the complexities of the financial landscape with greater confidence.
All Day Kitchens, founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, California, provides a platform designed to enhance delivery services for restaurants. The company specializes in delivery-optimized kitchens and related technology that allows restaurants to expand their delivery reach with minimal initial investment. By leveraging this model, All Day Kitchens enables restaurants to capitalize on the growing demand for food delivery, ultimately improving their operational efficiency and service offerings.
Cased is an early-stage startup focused on enhancing workplace safety through its innovative enterprise software platform. This platform offers essential visibility and control for businesses, enabling them to manage and safeguard sensitive information effectively. Cased's technology includes features such as search capabilities, GeoIP lookups, and measures for protecting personally identifiable information. By ensuring that organizations can monitor critical events and maintain compliance, Cased aims to empower companies to operate securely in a live application environment.
Collective Health offers a cloud-based platform that transforms how self-insured employers manage health benefits. This integrated system allows companies to administer various health plans through a single portal, providing employees with clear guidance, live concierge support, and digital tools to navigate their healthcare options. By focusing on a smarter alternative to traditional health insurance, Collective Health aims to enhance the value of healthcare investments while improving employee care. The company has experienced significant growth in the employer-sponsored insurance market, currently covering 70,000 employee and dependent lives across 15 employers, including notable clients such as Activision Blizzard, Crossfit, eBay, Palantir, and Red Bull.
Replica is an innovative urban planning tool that assists cities in addressing critical transportation challenges. Founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, the company gathers and analyzes data on how people navigate urban environments, utilizing third-party sources, such as mobile applications, alongside demographic information from public datasets like censuses. By constructing a synthetic population, Replica provides insights into movement patterns, including the total number of individuals using various modes of transport—such as cars, transit, biking, or walking—and their trip purposes, such as commuting, shopping, or education. This comprehensive data empowers public agencies, land developers, and communities to make informed infrastructure decisions regarding transportation, schools, parks, and hospitals, ultimately enhancing urban design and planning efforts.
Hadrian is a manufacturer of critical precision components tailored for the aerospace and defense industries. The company offers a platform that streamlines the production of these components, enabling factories to deliver high-quality parts quickly and efficiently. By focusing on advanced manufacturing techniques, Hadrian aims to significantly reduce the costs associated with building rockets, satellites, engines, and drones. This approach supports frontier technology enterprises in developing innovative aerospace solutions at a more affordable rate, ultimately contributing to advancements in rocket and aircraft manufacturing.
Multiply Labs specializes in the manufacturing of personalized pharmaceutical capsules tailored to the specific needs of individual patients. By integrating pharmaceutical science with advanced robotics technology, the company has developed a unique robotic manufacturing facility that allows for the production of these capsules efficiently and cost-effectively. Multiply Labs is notable for being the first company to successfully introduce 3D printed capsules to the market, enabling the pharmaceutical industry to deliver medications that align with the unique metabolic requirements of patients.
Scale AI, Inc. is a data platform that specializes in providing high-quality training and validation data for artificial intelligence applications. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, the company offers a range of annotation tools, including platforms for 3D sensor data, images, videos, text, and documents. Its products support various AI tasks such as content moderation, transcription, and data comparison, and are utilized across multiple sectors including autonomous vehicles, retail, conversational AI, and robotics. Scale AI's technology enables companies to streamline their machine learning processes, allowing teams to concentrate on developing innovative models rather than the labor-intensive task of data labeling. The company serves notable clients in the technology and transportation industries, enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of AI development.
Lattice is a people management platform that helps organizations enhance employee engagement and performance. It combines continuous performance management with employee feedback, providing real-time analytics that generate actionable insights. This enables HR and People teams to support managers in developing their leadership skills and fosters a culture of high performance among employees. The platform streamlines the performance management process, allowing companies to efficiently conduct performance reviews and track employee goals throughout the year. Targeting primarily medium-sized organizations, Lattice aims to transform workplaces into environments where employees can thrive and succeed.
Forward is a startup focused on transforming healthcare delivery by incorporating advanced technologies that have been underutilized in the industry, such as sensors, mobile applications, and artificial intelligence. Founded in January 2016 by former executives from Google and Uber, Forward operates primary care clinics that emphasize personalized patient care. Through its mobile application and natural language processing system, the company enhances healthcare services, offering features like body scanning, genetic screening, real-time blood testing, and home monitoring of vital signs. These innovations empower patients to take control of their health, promote transparency, and foster better collaboration with their primary care physicians. Backed by prominent investors and entrepreneurs, Forward aims to redefine the patient experience in healthcare.
Eco is a digital cryptocurrency platform designed to facilitate global transactions for everyday use. It operates independently from any single organization or government, aiming to create a more equitable distribution of resources by sharing the majority of the economic value generated with its community. The platform features a digital wallet that combines savings accounts, rewarded spending, and bill payment into a single, user-friendly interface. This innovative approach encourages effective money management and aligns the interests of the company with its users, fostering a sustainable financial system. Additionally, Eco is supported by a network of verified organizations worldwide, ensuring that its services remain safe and reliable for all users.
Eco is a digital cryptocurrency platform designed to facilitate global transactions for everyday use. It operates independently from any single organization or government, aiming to create a more equitable distribution of resources by sharing the majority of the economic value generated with its community. The platform features a digital wallet that combines savings accounts, rewarded spending, and bill payment into a single, user-friendly interface. This innovative approach encourages effective money management and aligns the interests of the company with its users, fostering a sustainable financial system. Additionally, Eco is supported by a network of verified organizations worldwide, ensuring that its services remain safe and reliable for all users.
SESO Inc. operates an online agricultural labor recruitment platform that connects U.S. farms with qualified seasonal workers through the H-2A visa program. This program allows agricultural employers to hire foreign workers for temporary or seasonal labor. Founded in 2019 and based in San Francisco, the company addresses the significant labor shortage in U.S. agriculture, which results in annual losses of $15 billion. SESO offers a comprehensive service package that includes recruiting, qualifying, and training workers, as well as automating the H-2A visa process. Additionally, SESO provides workforce management software to assist employers in maintaining compliance with local and federal regulations. By facilitating access to a better quality workforce at a lower cost, SESO aims to create meaningful and safe employment opportunities for agricultural workers.
Kargo is a logistics management platform founded in 2019 and based in San Francisco, California. The company provides a smart loading dock solution that utilizes computer vision to enhance operational efficiency and responsiveness. Kargo enables businesses to achieve comprehensive visibility of incoming and outgoing shipments through real-time Advanced Shipping Notice (ASN) verification. Its autonomous material inspection tower scans moving labels and identifies internal RFID tags, facilitating accurate tracking. By leveraging artificial intelligence and analytics, Kargo assists various industries, including logistics, automotive, and distribution, in saving time, gaining insights, and making informed business decisions. Previously known as Cognisense, Kargo aims to streamline supply chain processes and improve overall performance.
Modern Life Inc. is a mental health platform designed for companies that prioritize the emotional well-being of their workforce. Founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, the platform offers a comprehensive suite of services including therapy, coaching, self-guided courses, and wellness resources. It features a network of certified coaches and licensed therapists available in multiple languages, along with tools such as wellness kits and assessments. Modern Life empowers employers to recognize the importance of mental health, promoting destigmatization and enhancing access to mental health services. The company aims to provide a holistic approach to well-being by addressing emotional, professional, social, financial, and physical health, ultimately fostering improved employee productivity and overall well-being.
Ghost turns your car into a self-driving car. By adding a few small cameras and a compact computer to existing cars, Ghost will deliver Real Self-Driving on freeways, with a system so safe commuters can fully pay attention to something other than driving. Ghost was founded by John Hayes and Volkmar Uhlig in 2017. John previously founded Pure Storage (NYSE: PSTG), taking the company public in 2015. The company is backed by Mike Speiser at Sutter Hill Ventures, Keith Rabois at Founders Fund, and Vinod Khosla at Khosla Ventures and is headquartered in Mountain View, CA.
Osaro, Inc. develops industrial-grade artificial intelligence (AI) software to automate the manual picking and assembly tasks in distribution centers and manufacturing facilities. It offers automation solutions for computer and robotic systems driven by advanced machine learning software. The company also provides machine learning products that automatically processes large amounts of unstructured data and learns complex control tasks. Osaro, Inc. was incorporated in 2015 and is based in San Francisco, California.
Modern Life Inc. is a mental health platform designed for companies that prioritize the emotional well-being of their workforce. Founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, the platform offers a comprehensive suite of services including therapy, coaching, self-guided courses, and wellness resources. It features a network of certified coaches and licensed therapists available in multiple languages, along with tools such as wellness kits and assessments. Modern Life empowers employers to recognize the importance of mental health, promoting destigmatization and enhancing access to mental health services. The company aims to provide a holistic approach to well-being by addressing emotional, professional, social, financial, and physical health, ultimately fostering improved employee productivity and overall well-being.
Varda Space Industries, Inc. is a space manufacturing startup founded in 2020 and based in San Francisco, California. The company focuses on creating products in space that can be utilized for terrestrial applications, leveraging the advantages of low gravity. Varda aims to establish an infrastructure that facilitates the harvesting of materials from space, particularly through asteroid mining, to produce new products. The founders of the company are Delian Asparouhov and Trae Stephens.
Sundae operates a home-selling platform designed to assist homeowners in selling houses that are outdated or in need of repairs. The company addresses the challenges faced by sellers in a traditional real estate market, where local investors often exploit homeowner distress to acquire properties at low prices. Sundae aims to provide a better outcome for these sellers by offering competitive off-market prices without the need for cleanup, repairs, or showings. Through a data-driven model, Sundae anticipates when homeowners may require assistance and employs a skilled sales and marketing team to effectively reach them. By prioritizing the needs of sellers and redistributing economic value, Sundae strives to become a leading buyer of homes that require significant attention across the United States.
Ayar Labs, Inc. develops advanced optical interconnect solutions, specializing in high-density electronic-photonic chiplets and lasers. Its flagship product, TeraPHY, is a monolithic in-package optical I/O solution designed for applications demanding high bandwidth, low latency, and energy efficiency in short-reach interconnects. Complementing TeraPHY, the company offers SuperNova, a multiwavelength light source that provides continuous wave light essential for TeraPHY's operation. By utilizing patented technologies based on industry-standard silicon processing techniques, Ayar Labs aims to enhance interconnect bandwidth density while reducing power consumption, thereby transforming traditional electrical interconnects in the semiconductor and computing sectors. The company's innovations are applicable across various industries, including artificial intelligence, cloud computing, telecommunications, aerospace, and military applications. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Emeryville, California, Ayar Labs is committed to addressing the challenges posed by increasing data volumes through the miniaturization of fiber optic transceivers.
Settle is a developer of cash flow management software that focuses on automating business-to-business payments and enhancing working capital for sellers. The platform streamlines payment processes through features such as payment management, payable date management, paperless invoicing, and automated payments, enabling businesses to expedite their billing cycles. By facilitating quicker payments, Settle helps sellers receive their funds an average of 15 days faster, thereby improving their overall cash flow and operational efficiency. The company's innovative solutions have garnered positive feedback from customers and investors alike, driving Settle's commitment to providing advanced tools for organizations looking to scale in today's economy.
Settle is a developer of cash flow management software that focuses on automating business-to-business payments and enhancing working capital for sellers. The platform streamlines payment processes through features such as payment management, payable date management, paperless invoicing, and automated payments, enabling businesses to expedite their billing cycles. By facilitating quicker payments, Settle helps sellers receive their funds an average of 15 days faster, thereby improving their overall cash flow and operational efficiency. The company's innovative solutions have garnered positive feedback from customers and investors alike, driving Settle's commitment to providing advanced tools for organizations looking to scale in today's economy.
Developer of a precision agriculture platform designed to provide a deep understanding of soil. The company's platform delivers actionable intelligence to farmers, based on high-resolution mapping of the deoxyribonucleic acid found in the soil to help farmers with input decisions such as crop protection, seed selection, and fertility needs, enabling farmers to identify key opportunities to increase yield and save money to improve farm productivity and sustainability.
Snapdocs, Inc. is a real estate technology company that provides a digital platform designed to streamline the mortgage closing process. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California, Snapdocs connects lenders, title and escrow companies, notary publics, and home buyers to enhance collaboration and efficiency in real estate transactions. The platform features advanced automation and standardized workflows, allowing participants to choose their preferred closing methods while improving accuracy and consumer satisfaction. It also enables notary signing agents to showcase their qualifications, helping them attract potential clients. By simplifying mortgage loan closings and improving the overall borrower experience, Snapdocs empowers its users to operate more effectively and transparently in a competitive market.
Siren Care, Inc. is a company that specializes in wearable health technology focused on diabetic foot health. Founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, it has developed a unique diabetic foot monitoring system that includes specially designed socks made from a textile called Neurofabric. This material contains embedded microsensors that continuously monitor foot temperature, an early indicator of potential injuries that may lead to diabetic foot ulcers. By tracking temperature data, Siren's products enable users to detect signs of inflammation early, which is crucial for preventing serious complications such as amputations. The information collected by the smart socks can be monitored through an application, allowing healthcare providers to track their patients' conditions effectively. Siren Care serves both healthcare providers and patients, aiming to improve diabetic care and outcomes.
IRL is a social planning application designed to facilitate real-life interactions among users. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, the app simplifies the process of sending and receiving invitations to social gatherings. It offers users a range of suggestions for activities based on their interests, locations, seasons, and upcoming holidays. In addition to event planning, IRL allows users to anonymously nominate friends for activities suited to their skills. The application also integrates local public events and enables users to sync their calendars with friends while following sports teams, musicians, and local venues. Overall, IRL aims to enhance social connectivity and encourage users to engage in shared experiences.
Affirm is a financial technology company that offers installment loans to consumers at the point of sale, allowing them to make purchases from online merchants and pay for them in fixed monthly installments. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, with an additional office in Chicago, Affirm aims to provide transparent financial products that empower consumers and enhance their buying experience. Customers can select Affirm as a payment method at checkout, complete a real-time application, and choose a payment plan that aligns with their budget. The service stands out by offering upfront pricing with no hidden fees or compounding interest, unlike traditional credit options. Affirm partners with over 2,000 merchants across various sectors, including retail, travel, and electronics, to provide consumers with a flexible alternative to credit cards. Loans are facilitated through a partnership with Cross River Bank, ensuring a reliable financing option for users.
Synthego is a genome engineering company that enables the acceleration of life science research and development in the pursuit of improved human health.
The company leverages machine learning, automation, and gene editing to build platforms for science at scale. With its foundations in engineering disciplines, the company’s full-stack platform vertically integrates proprietary hardware, software, bioinformatics, chemistries, and molecular biology to advance both basic research and therapeutic development programs.
By providing both commercial and academic researchers and therapeutic developers with unprecedented access to cutting-edge genome engineering, Synthego is at the forefront of innovation, accelerating the development of truly engineered biology.
The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Redwood City, California.
All Day Kitchens, founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, California, provides a platform designed to enhance delivery services for restaurants. The company specializes in delivery-optimized kitchens and related technology that allows restaurants to expand their delivery reach with minimal initial investment. By leveraging this model, All Day Kitchens enables restaurants to capitalize on the growing demand for food delivery, ultimately improving their operational efficiency and service offerings.
Turing.com operates an online platform that connects tech companies with remote software developers for both short- and long-term projects. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, the company specializes in vetting candidates through comprehensive assessments that evaluate their technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and communication proficiency. This rigorous selection process allows Turing to provide its clients with access to the top 1% of remote engineers across a variety of skill sets, including full stack, backend, frontend, DevOps, AI/ML, and mobile development. Turing serves a diverse clientele, including startups and Fortune 1000 companies, and has become a popular choice for developers, with over 180,000 professionals across 10,000 cities utilizing the platform to find remote job opportunities. Backed by prominent investors, Turing aims to streamline the hiring process for companies, enabling them to quickly and efficiently acquire Silicon Valley-caliber talent.
Charma is a software development company that specializes in workplace communication and collaboration through its platform, WorkPatterns. Founded in 2018 and based in California, WorkPatterns facilitates effective work relationships by providing tools for one-on-one documentation, recurring group meetings, and feedback mechanisms. The platform creates a private space for managers and their teams to collaborate on agendas, align on deliverables, assign responsibilities, and set due dates, enhancing accountability and enabling asynchronous work. Charma’s team comprises skilled operators, designers, and engineers supported by prominent investors, all dedicated to improving team communication in the modern workplace.
Rippling is a human resource management company that streamlines various employee-related processes, including payroll, benefits, device management, and application access. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, Rippling offers a platform that automates manual tasks, such as the onboarding of new hires. In a matter of 90 seconds, businesses can set up or disable employee payroll, health insurance, and access to essential third-party applications like Gmail, Microsoft Office, and Slack. By unifying all employee systems, Rippling effectively reduces administrative burdens, allowing organizations to focus on their core activities.
AI Foundation specializes in developing artificial intelligence software solutions aimed at identifying malicious online content. Its flagship product, Reality Defender, utilizes AI-driven analysis techniques to scan various media formats, detecting alterations and artificial generation. The company also provides tools for content creators to establish honest AI watermarks that can identify AI-generated deepfakes. AI Foundation serves a diverse clientele, including academic institutions, businesses of all sizes, media outlets, social networks, and government entities. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Las Vegas, with an additional office in San Francisco, the company has formed partnerships with notable organizations such as Google, Microsoft, and the Technical University of Munich. Through its innovative platform, AI Foundation aims to enhance human-AI interaction, facilitating the creation of intelligent agents designed for personal and professional applications.
Tempo designs and develops a home fitness platform with personal guidance to help users in their training sessions. It features live elite trainers who can help users when they make mistakes. It has built-in three-dimensional sensors that track form, counts reps, and recommend weights. It helps users to improve in real-time. Powered by 3D motion sensors and AI, it analyzes 25 of the body’s essential joints as users work out and gives understood form feedback. Moawia Eldeeb and Joshua Augustin founded it as Pivot in 2015, with its headquarters in San Francisco in California.
Density measures how people use space in real-time without invading privacy. Using proprietary depth sensors and deep learning algorithms, the platform accurately and anonymously counts people in real time. Organizations use Density to improve efficiency and enhance occupant experience in buildings, workplaces, and real estate. Unlike a camera, Density's platform doesn't capture personally identifiable information and is purpose-built for accurately measuring how people use physical space.
Lattice is a people management platform that helps organizations enhance employee engagement and performance. It combines continuous performance management with employee feedback, providing real-time analytics that generate actionable insights. This enables HR and People teams to support managers in developing their leadership skills and fosters a culture of high performance among employees. The platform streamlines the performance management process, allowing companies to efficiently conduct performance reviews and track employee goals throughout the year. Targeting primarily medium-sized organizations, Lattice aims to transform workplaces into environments where employees can thrive and succeed.
Sundae operates a home-selling platform designed to assist homeowners in selling houses that are outdated or in need of repairs. The company addresses the challenges faced by sellers in a traditional real estate market, where local investors often exploit homeowner distress to acquire properties at low prices. Sundae aims to provide a better outcome for these sellers by offering competitive off-market prices without the need for cleanup, repairs, or showings. Through a data-driven model, Sundae anticipates when homeowners may require assistance and employs a skilled sales and marketing team to effectively reach them. By prioritizing the needs of sellers and redistributing economic value, Sundae strives to become a leading buyer of homes that require significant attention across the United States.
Raise Commercial Real Estate, Inc. provides commercial real estate brokerage services for startups and high growth companies searching for office spaces. It offers planning services, such as financial analysis, legal, zoning, and site selection services. The company also provides buildout services, including workplace strategy, project management, and architecture services. In addition, it offers operations services, such as move coordination, furniture, office management, and lease administration services. Further, it offers document management and commute analysis services for its clients. The company was formerly known as HelloOffice, Inc. and and changed its name to Raise Commercial Real Estate, Inc. in November 2020. The company was incorporated in 2015 and is based in San Francisco, California with an additional office in Los Angeles, California with additional locations in Silicon Valley and los Angeles, California.
Siren Care, Inc. is a company that specializes in wearable health technology focused on diabetic foot health. Founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, it has developed a unique diabetic foot monitoring system that includes specially designed socks made from a textile called Neurofabric. This material contains embedded microsensors that continuously monitor foot temperature, an early indicator of potential injuries that may lead to diabetic foot ulcers. By tracking temperature data, Siren's products enable users to detect signs of inflammation early, which is crucial for preventing serious complications such as amputations. The information collected by the smart socks can be monitored through an application, allowing healthcare providers to track their patients' conditions effectively. Siren Care serves both healthcare providers and patients, aiming to improve diabetic care and outcomes.
Siren Care, Inc. is a company that specializes in wearable health technology focused on diabetic foot health. Founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, it has developed a unique diabetic foot monitoring system that includes specially designed socks made from a textile called Neurofabric. This material contains embedded microsensors that continuously monitor foot temperature, an early indicator of potential injuries that may lead to diabetic foot ulcers. By tracking temperature data, Siren's products enable users to detect signs of inflammation early, which is crucial for preventing serious complications such as amputations. The information collected by the smart socks can be monitored through an application, allowing healthcare providers to track their patients' conditions effectively. Siren Care serves both healthcare providers and patients, aiming to improve diabetic care and outcomes.
Run The World, Inc. is a digital platform that facilitates the planning and execution of live online events, enabling users to connect, collaborate, and learn from one another. Launched in 2019 and based in Mountain View, California, the platform offers customizable event templates that allow organizers to create engaging experiences with minimal financial and time investment. It supports various interactive formats, enabling attendees to participate in discussions, fireside chats, and social gatherings. Run The World aims to enhance networking opportunities by allowing organizations to reach a global audience and engage more members effectively. The platform serves a diverse range of customers worldwide, promoting meaningful interactions in an accessible manner.
Run The World, Inc. is a digital platform that facilitates the planning and execution of live online events, enabling users to connect, collaborate, and learn from one another. Launched in 2019 and based in Mountain View, California, the platform offers customizable event templates that allow organizers to create engaging experiences with minimal financial and time investment. It supports various interactive formats, enabling attendees to participate in discussions, fireside chats, and social gatherings. Run The World aims to enhance networking opportunities by allowing organizations to reach a global audience and engage more members effectively. The platform serves a diverse range of customers worldwide, promoting meaningful interactions in an accessible manner.
Primer is an educational platform that caters specifically to homeschoolers, providing a range of resources to assist parents in delivering tailored education to their children. Based in San Francisco, California, Primer’s online community engages children aged 7 to 14 in activities such as coding video games, writing books, and exploring nature. The platform compiles various educational apps, games, and videos, allowing families to access high-quality educational materials regardless of their financial situation. By focusing on personalized learning experiences, Primer aims to support parents in navigating the homeschooling landscape effectively.
Workstream Technologies, Inc. operates an automated online hiring platform designed specifically for companies that employ hourly workers. The platform allows employers to post job openings, track applicants, schedule interviews, and manage the onboarding process for new hires. Workstream serves a variety of industries, including healthcare, hospitality, retail, and transportation, facilitating the hiring process for businesses in sectors that require efficient workforce management. Founded in 2016, the company is headquartered in Palo Alto, California, and aims to streamline the recruitment process for both job seekers and employers.
Figma, Inc. designs and develops an in-browser interface design and prototyping tool. It offers Figma, an online tool for interface design that enables product teams to create, test, and ship designs. The company’s tool is also used in UI design, UX design, prototyping, graphic design, wire framing, brainstorming, templates, and remote design applications; and tasks like visual white boarding, diagramming, and slide creation, as well as virtual design sprinting, city building, and Minecraft skin creation applications. Figma, Inc. was founded in 2012 and is based in San Francisco, California.
Clara Health is a medical technology company that offers a software platform designed to facilitate patient participation in clinical trials. The platform simplifies the clinical trial process by assisting patients in navigating through various options, allowing them to filter and connect with relevant trials tailored to their needs. Additionally, Clara's technology supports crucial aspects of clinical trial management, including protocol design, site selection, and monitoring patient adherence. By placing the patient at the center of the process, Clara Health aims to enhance accessibility and engagement in clinical research.
Motherly, Inc. is a digital platform dedicated to supporting millennial mothers by offering a wide range of resources, products, and services tailored to their needs. Founded in 2015 by Jill Koziol and Elizabeth Tenety, the company provides expert advice and inspirational content on various aspects of motherhood, including parenting, wellness, and personal development. Its platform features information on topics such as pregnancy, child-rearing, beauty, style, and career coaching. Additionally, Motherly offers thoughtfully curated products through its online store, which includes essentials for home, food, and holiday celebrations. Based in Menlo Park, California, Motherly aims to empower modern mothers with the community and tools necessary to navigate their motherhood journey.
PsiQuantum Corp. is a company focused on developing a general-purpose quantum computer utilizing silicon photonics and photons as qubits. Founded in 2015 and based in Palo Alto, California, PsiQuantum's technology represents a distinct approach compared to other leading quantum computing efforts. The company's goal is to create a fault-tolerant quantum computer that can drive advancements across various sectors, including climate, finance, agriculture, transportation, and communications. By leveraging its innovative use of photonic qubits, PsiQuantum aims to provide solutions that address real-world challenges and enhance the capabilities of its customers.
PsiQuantum Corp. is a company focused on developing a general-purpose quantum computer utilizing silicon photonics and photons as qubits. Founded in 2015 and based in Palo Alto, California, PsiQuantum's technology represents a distinct approach compared to other leading quantum computing efforts. The company's goal is to create a fault-tolerant quantum computer that can drive advancements across various sectors, including climate, finance, agriculture, transportation, and communications. By leveraging its innovative use of photonic qubits, PsiQuantum aims to provide solutions that address real-world challenges and enhance the capabilities of its customers.
Handshake Development Inc., also known as Handshake Foundation, operates a decentralized certificate authority and naming protocol utilizing blockchain technology. The company has developed the Handshake protocol, which is a permissionless and decentralized system that allows users to manage and validate the root zone, serving as an alternative to traditional certificate authorities. By maintaining the root zone file in a decentralized manner, Handshake aims to ensure that the naming system is uncensorable and free from gatekeepers. This protocol facilitates a collaborative environment where individuals can agree on names and cryptographic keys without a single entity monopolizing the naming process. Incorporated in 2018 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Handshake represents a significant innovation in the realm of digital naming and identity verification.
MADE is an architecture and planning company that specializes in home renovation. It provides managed services that combine design, materials, and construction into a single, stress-free home renovation experience. Made Renovation offers design estimation, 3D renderings, materials, and construction. They create photorealistic 3D renders of a future bathroom using the same technology as movie studios. The company was founded in 2019 and headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Q Bio, Inc. is a healthcare technology company that has developed a clinically relevant whole body analytics platform aimed at providing comprehensive health assessments. Founded in 2015 and based in Redwood City, California, Q Bio combines advanced non-invasive imaging, genetics, biochemistry, vital signs, and an individual's medical history to create a detailed snapshot of health. Its Q BioVault platform analyzes this information within a 60-minute session, including a whole body MRI, to identify and track significant changes in a patient's health over time. By correlating various data sources, the platform automatically highlights critical health changes, helping to detect early stages of disease before symptoms manifest.
Forma is building photorealistic avatars that are a dynamic and deeply personal form for people’s online identity. We believe that as our online lives grow in importance, people look for more authenticity and relatability - and for everybody on the planet there is nothing more familiar than an image of themselves. Through Forma’s computer vision and graphics technology, users can create a flexible visual identity from a single photo of themselves, instantly and photorealistically. Today they can try on any outfit whether just for fun or before buying on e-commerce, and soon they will be able star in a movie, video game, TV show, YouTube clip, billboard ad, VR/AR, etc. The company was founded in late 2017, early in the commercialization of the recent breakthroughs in deep learning. We’ve raised seed funding from top VCs and angels and are SF-based by the Caltrain station.
Modern Life Inc. is a mental health platform designed for companies that prioritize the emotional well-being of their workforce. Founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, the platform offers a comprehensive suite of services including therapy, coaching, self-guided courses, and wellness resources. It features a network of certified coaches and licensed therapists available in multiple languages, along with tools such as wellness kits and assessments. Modern Life empowers employers to recognize the importance of mental health, promoting destigmatization and enhancing access to mental health services. The company aims to provide a holistic approach to well-being by addressing emotional, professional, social, financial, and physical health, ultimately fostering improved employee productivity and overall well-being.
Remrise, Inc. is a health and wellness company focused on enhancing sleep through personalized, plant-based supplements. Founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, Remrise offers a unique approach by utilizing a quiz to identify individual sleep issues, allowing for the creation of customized formulas. These formulas are composed of drug-free ingredients, including Reishi, Spine Date Seed, and L-Theanine, which aim to improve sleep cycles without causing grogginess. In addition to its personalized supplements, Remrise provides a digital platform for users to track their sleep and wellness progress, fostering a holistic approach to better sleep habits and overall health.
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Bungalow is a residential real estate platform that offers flexible communal living solutions for early career professionals. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, the company transforms unused spaces into rentable rooms by signing long-term leases with homeowners. Bungalow provides fully furnished multi-bedroom homes in desirable neighborhoods across major U.S. cities, including Baltimore, New York City, and Los Angeles. Each home features private bedrooms, shared living spaces, and amenities such as Wi-Fi, utilities, and housekeeping services. In addition, Bungalow facilitates roommate matching to create harmonious living arrangements and organizes monthly community events to foster social connections among residents. The company aims to enhance the rental experience by providing high-quality homes and a supportive community for its members.
Ghost turns your car into a self-driving car. By adding a few small cameras and a compact computer to existing cars, Ghost will deliver Real Self-Driving on freeways, with a system so safe commuters can fully pay attention to something other than driving. Ghost was founded by John Hayes and Volkmar Uhlig in 2017. John previously founded Pure Storage (NYSE: PSTG), taking the company public in 2015. The company is backed by Mike Speiser at Sutter Hill Ventures, Keith Rabois at Founders Fund, and Vinod Khosla at Khosla Ventures and is headquartered in Mountain View, CA.