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Kultua is a pioneering company in the field of people management, specializing in personalized research and diagnostics for cultural management and strategic change within organizations that prioritize people, data, and impactful results. The company offers a platform designed to create a focused corporate environment by providing tools for diagnostics, automation of customizable rituals, and people analytics. This enables clients to enhance employee engagement and reinforce cultural practices within the company in a playful and humanized manner. Kultua aims to deliver deeper, more accurate, and agile results while minimizing research biases.

Alcatraz AI specializes in developing a facial authentication system for secure physical access control. Utilizing machine learning, computer vision, and 3D sensing, the company's solution enables frictionless entry into buildings while enhancing security through real-time facial recognition.

XY Sense is a proptech company that employs privacy-preserving sensors and AI-powered analytics to enhance workplace environments. It collects data passively using its sensor, delivering accurate real-time workplace utilization analytics with less than 30cm precision. The company has gained traction among enterprise property teams in Australia, Asia Pacific, and recently expanded into the USA.

Artisight is a company specializing in Internet of Things (IoT) sensor networks tailored for the healthcare industry. Its mission is to enhance organizational operations and financial performance within this sector. The company's HIPAA-compliant platform leverages artificial intelligence to analyze data, creating new and previously inaccessible datasets. Artisight also provides computer vision technologies that ensure the privacy of patients and healthcare professionals, adhering to regulations such as the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act.

Raeden operates a marketplace for physical real estate that enables digital tenancy by listing locations and monetizing them. Its platform connects real estate owners with businesses seeking local spaces to host digital infrastructure and services, helping extend infrastructure by matching available spaces with demand near end users.

RaySecur Inc. is a company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on developing advanced 3D package scanning and imaging devices for detecting concealed threats in mail and parcels. Founded in 2018, RaySecur's MailSecur systems utilize millimeter-wave technology to provide real-time, three-dimensional imaging, which allows for the detection of powders, solids, liquids, and hazardous materials such as chemical, biological, radiological, and explosive composites. Unlike traditional X-ray systems, RaySecur's solutions are user-friendly, portable, and do not require extensive training for effective operation, making them suitable for various environments, including small mailrooms. The company’s technology is employed by Fortune 500 companies and government organizations worldwide to enhance security and protect personnel and assets from potential threats.

Alcatraz AI specializes in developing a facial authentication system for secure physical access control. Utilizing machine learning, computer vision, and 3D sensing, the company's solution enables frictionless entry into buildings while enhancing security through real-time facial recognition.

Alcatraz AI specializes in developing a facial authentication system for secure physical access control. Utilizing machine learning, computer vision, and 3D sensing, the company's solution enables frictionless entry into buildings while enhancing security through real-time facial recognition.

Humatics develops microlocation technology and a Spatial Intelligence Platform that enables precise locating, navigation and collaboration for people and machines. Using simple radio-frequency technology, a Humatics system can track multiple moving transponder targets at ranges up to thirty meters with centimeter to millimeter precision, at a fraction of the cost of traditional systems. The platform networks multiple units to provide broad, ultra-precise positioning coverage from single work cells to large facilities, and its extensible architecture with APIs supports an ecosystem of position-based products and services. The company combines proprietary software and hardware, on-board sensors, and advanced algorithms to connect the physical and digital worlds, aiming to improve safety, efficiency, and productivity across sectors such as manufacturing and logistics. Humatics was founded in 2015 by MIT professor David Mindell and Gary Cohen and is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Alcatraz AI specializes in developing a facial authentication system for secure physical access control. Utilizing machine learning, computer vision, and 3D sensing, the company's solution enables frictionless entry into buildings while enhancing security through real-time facial recognition.

Magos, founded in 2010, brings advanced radar technology to civilian markets with high-performance, cost-effective perimeter security solutions. Our radars integrate with all VMS and PTZ camera models. Paired with MASS+AI, they enable precise video-based object classification to minimize false alarms without compromising detection. With installations in 50+ countries, Magos offers tailored security solutions across industries. Our MIMO and digital beamforming technology ensure exceptional detection accuracy and reliability in challenging environments.

Carbon Lighthouse is a technology company that helps commercial real estate owners decarbonize and reduce energy costs through a combination of energy-efficiency retrofit measures, on-site generation, and strategic consulting. Its Efficiency Production platform and CLUES AI software analyze building data to identify HVAC, lighting, and equipment inefficiencies, enabling targeted improvements and continuous monitoring. The company implements measures such as optimizing heating, ventilation, and air conditioning loops; installing economizers, variable frequency drives, and other energy-saving equipment; and integrating solar photovoltaic systems, along with decision support for energy sourcing and regulatory impact assessments. It serves building owners and managers of small to medium-sized properties across offices, schools, community centers, and other facilities, delivering value by lowering utility bills, reducing carbon emissions, and improving net operating income. Founded in 2010 and based in San Francisco with a regional office in Los Angeles.

Founded in 2012, Alchemist Accelerator is a San Francisco-based startup accelerator focused on seed-stage ventures that generate revenue from enterprises. It invests up to $40,000 and provides a six-month program offering mentorship, structured path to traction, fundraising, and community support for around 75 enterprise-focused startups annually.

NevadaNano develops and manufactures micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS)-based sensor modules and subsystems for various commercial and government applications. Founded in 2004 to commercialize sensor technology from the University of Nevada, Reno, the company has shifted its focus to the Internet of Things (IoT) and aims to provide affordable, reliable sensors capable of detecting a wide range of substances. Their sensor modules feature a solid-state, MEMS technology that allows for small size, low cost, and high reliability. Each sensor utilizes a single silicon chip equipped with multiple complementary chemical sensors to measure various thermodynamic and electrostatic properties of vapors, liquids, and particles. This technology enables the detection of bio-agents, illicit drugs, and other chemicals, making NevadaNano's Molecular Property Spectrometer™ (MPS™) a strong candidate for extensive deployment in both homeland security and commercial sectors. The company's innovative sensors are designed for unattended operation, self-activation, and self-cleaning, which enhances their practicality for widespread use.

RetailNext provides real-time analytics for physical retail, enabling retailers, shopping centers, and manufacturers to collect, analyze, and visualize in-store data. The platform combines video analytics, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth detection, on-shelf sensors, beacons, and data from point-of-sale systems to automatically inform retailers about how shoppers engage with stores. It easily integrates with promotional calendars, staffing systems, and weather data to assess how internal and external factors affect shopping patterns, identify opportunities for growth, implement changes, and measure outcomes. The solution supports traffic counting, conversion, staffing optimization, window and display effectiveness, shopper insights, and loss prevention, helping optimize store execution. RetailNext serves customers globally from its headquarters in San Jose, California, and operates in more than 50 countries, tracking over a billion shoppers per year with tens of thousands of sensors and trillions of data points analyzed.

RedSeal, Inc. specializes in cybersecurity analytics solutions aimed at enhancing the digital resilience of organizations and government agencies globally. Founded in 2004 and based in San Jose, California, RedSeal's platform creates detailed network models and assesses security risks, allowing users to prioritize actions for remediation. By identifying potential attack paths to critical assets, the solution helps organizations allocate their limited security resources effectively, improve incident response times, and maintain comprehensive network visibility. RedSeal's offerings support compliance with various industry regulations and standards, while its technology integrates seamlessly with leading security tools and infrastructure providers. The company serves a diverse client base, including major financial institutions, retail companies, and U.S. federal agencies. RedSeal has established partnerships with top network infrastructure suppliers and is backed by several notable venture capital firms.

Waygum Inc. is a technology company founded in 2015 and headquartered in Dublin, California. It specializes in designing and developing a mobile development platform tailored for the industrial Internet of Things (IoT). The platform empowers users to build and deploy integrated mobile applications that facilitate intelligent manufacturing workflows and enable mobile remote monitoring of industrial assets. By leveraging a robust cloud backend, Waygum's solution allows administrators and operators to connect various industrial components, including assets, products, and enterprise data, effectively enhancing operational efficiency and maximizing the benefits of IoT through a streamlined mobile experience.

Founded in 2012, Alchemist Accelerator is a San Francisco-based startup accelerator focused on seed-stage ventures that generate revenue from enterprises. It invests up to $40,000 and provides a six-month program offering mentorship, structured path to traction, fundraising, and community support for around 75 enterprise-focused startups annually.

Qolsys, Inc. is a manufacturer of home security and smart home products, catering to both residential and small business needs. Founded in 2010 and based in Cupertino, California, the company provides a variety of devices, including IQ panels, life safety systems, cameras, and automation controls. Its flagship IQ Panel features a 7-inch HD touchscreen and a user-friendly interface that facilitates security and smart home control. Qolsys devices offer interactive services such as remote security management, thermostat control, door lock access, and live video feeds, all managed through a mobile application. The company sells its products through distributors in the United States and has established strategic partnerships with notable firms like Alarm.com, Google Android, and Verizon. Originally a subsidiary of Tyco International, Qolsys operates under Johnson Controls International following Tyco's acquisition.