Kindred Ventures

Kindred Ventures, established in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, is a seed-stage venture capital firm. It specializes in investing in early-stage startups across various sectors, including software, healthcare, telecommunications, retail, climate technology, and consumer industries. The firm is led by Steve Jang and Kanyi Maqubela, who bring extensive experience as founders, early employees, and advisors in the technology sector. Kindred Ventures manages multiple funds, with a focus on supporting innovative startups at their inception.

Kanyi Maqubela

Managing Partner

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Replenysh

Series A in 2025
Replenysh, Inc. is a technology company based in Orange, California, founded in 2016, that specializes in developing a platform for material recovery. Its software assists brands in retrieving used products from their customers, facilitating the recycling process. Replenysh provides tools for the collection, transportation, and sale of secondary materials, enhancing customer engagement while promoting environmental sustainability. By connecting global brands with local communities, the platform aims to create a circular economy that minimizes waste and reduces landfill and ocean pollution. Additionally, it offers features such as mill-direct pricing for recycling centers and tracking capabilities for recovered materials, thereby supporting brands in their sustainability efforts with full traceability.

Stable Sea

Seed Round in 2025
Stable Sea operates a global platform that facilitates the conversion of stablecoins to traditional currencies, ensuring compliance and cost-effectiveness. This service bridges the gap between digital and traditional finance, enabling businesses to access more competitive exchange rates and deep liquidity pools, thereby fostering growth in the stablecoin ecosystem.

Causal Labs

Seed Round in 2025
Causal Labs is a technology company that specializes in advanced weather prediction. It develops AI-driven models based on physics to forecast and potentially influence weather patterns, primarily serving the aviation and weather management sectors. These models enable clients to make data-driven decisions, enhance safety, and optimize operations.

fal

Series B in 2025
Generative Media Platform for Developers

Stepchange

Seed Round in 2025
Better, faster data and data infrastructure.

Robeaute

Series A in 2025
Robeaute is a research and development agency that develops neurosurgical microrobots that can adapt to different types of medical evidence.

Open Ledger

Venture Round in 2025
Open Ledger is a technology company that specializes in automated accounting software for small businesses. Its AI-powered platform integrates financial data from various sources into a single, comprehensive ledger, streamlining accounting functions and providing features such as auto-categorization and custom report-building. This enables businesses to focus on growth rather than administrative tasks.

PlayAI

Seed Round in 2024
PlayAI specializes in creating advanced AI voice models designed for fluid and emotive conversations. The platform enables businesses and developers to build engaging conversational AI experiences that enhance user interaction. By focusing on natural language processing and intuitive sequences, PlayAI aims to make human-AI interactions more accessible and effective for various applications.

FairCraft

Series A in 2024
FairCraft is a company focused on creating a sustainable alternative to traditional animal leather through innovative synthetic biology and material science techniques. By utilizing cellular culture, tissue engineering, and advanced material science, FairCraft develops lab-grown leather that provides a slaughter-free option for the fashion industry. This approach not only aims to reduce CO2 emissions associated with conventional leather production but also ensures high mechanical strength and durability for consumers. Through its commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology, FairCraft is positioned to transform the leather market by offering environmentally friendly solutions.

Northflank

Series A in 2024
Northflank Ltd. is a London-based company that specializes in developing a next-generation cloud hosting platform designed for developers. Founded in 2013, Northflank offers a self-service platform that allows users to build, run, and scale applications efficiently. The platform supports various workloads and is compatible with multiple cloud providers, facilitating seamless deployment and management of applications. Additionally, Northflank provides an automated development operations solution that includes integrated continuous integration, delivery, and deployment services, as well as data processing and hosting capabilities. This comprehensive offering aims to reduce costs and enhance operational effectiveness for organizations utilizing cloud services at scale.

Daze

Seed Round in 2024
Daze is a software development company that reinvents the calendar to be more fun, expressive, and social. Daze is the social calendar for friends to plan events and use creative tools to more vividly capture their time spent together. It’s a social calendar with powerful creative tools for scheduling your future and documenting your past with friends. They hope to unlock creativity, foster intimacy, and inspire self-reflection by reimagining the format of time. Founded by Willem Simons in 2021 and is located in Brooklyn, New York, United States.

Heartbeat Health

Series C in 2024
Heartbeat Health, Inc. is a healthcare technology company based in New York that specializes in providing virtual cardiovascular disease prevention and management services. Founded in 2017, it offers a data-driven platform that enables real-time consultations between patients and cardiologists. Through its web-based services, Heartbeat Health facilitates secure communication, allowing patients to receive medical advice, treatment, and dietary consultations from healthcare professionals. The company's focus is on reducing cardiovascular risk and improving patient outcomes by promoting continuous engagement and monitoring of heart health. By leveraging technology, Heartbeat Health aims to enhance the quality of care for patients and support at-risk organizations in managing cardiovascular conditions more effectively.

Woodstock

Venture Round in 2024
Woodstock is an investment app that allows investors to invest in US stocks.

fal

Venture Round in 2024
Generative Media Platform for Developers

Particle.News

Seed Round in 2024
Particle. News helps in developing an AI-based news reader that would provide users with personalized news flows. The service is still in the private beta stage.

Perplexity

Series B in 2024
Perplexity is an artificial intelligence-based search engine platform that combines large language models with traditional search engines. It leverages natural language processing and generative AI technologies to deliver conversational responses to user queries, aiming to enhance the search experience beyond standard results. The platform is designed to facilitate the development of safe and beneficial artificial general intelligence, offering an open-source environment accessible to the public. This allows clients to acquire skills and knowledge in software development, positioning Perplexity as a bridge between conventional search capabilities and advanced AI-driven assistance.

EXTROPIC

Seed Round in 2023
Extropic AI is a hardware startup focused on developing a specialized chip designed to optimize the performance of large language models (LLMs). The company aims to redefine computation by merging generative AI with physical processes through a unique computing paradigm. By leveraging the principles of out-of-equilibrium thermodynamics, Extropic AI seeks to enhance efficiency and scalability in computational tasks. This innovative approach enables clients to integrate generative AI more effectively into their operations, providing significant improvements in computational efficiency.

Engine Labs

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Engine Labs specializes in developing a conversational software platform that allows users to create and deploy backend applications effortlessly. The platform enables software developers to build custom interfaces and APIs while connecting to databases from various third-party services. Engine Labs provides a backend as a service, allowing clients to access a managed database and an API server, facilitating the creation of unique logic and management of database migrations without the need for coding. This streamlined approach simplifies the development process, making it accessible for users to implement custom changes and enhance their applications efficiently.

Canopy

Seed Round in 2023
Canopy is the composability platform that removes the complexity, custom code and time it takes to integrate, activate and observe all the critical data companies need to grow their business. Enterprise organizations rely on Canopy for a distributed backend architecture that was previously only available to technology’s biggest companies, while Software as a Service (SaaS) companies use Canopy to reduce costly integration cycles, increase sales and unlock more revenue. Built by technical leaders from Google, Microsoft and eBay and backed by Kindred Ventures and Village Global, Canopy enables software developers to connect any data source in the world, configure, and serve it to any experience in minutes, instead of weeks, months, or even years.

Morf

Seed Round in 2023
Morf Health operates a health tech platform designed to streamline the process of collecting and managing patient information for digital healthcare companies. The platform enables healthcare providers to quickly set up and maintain integrations across their technology systems, facilitating the extraction, unification, and normalization of data from various tools used in patient care and business operations. By providing an intuitive data model, Morf Health allows medical companies to securely structure and transmit patient information to necessary services, thereby enhancing their ability to offer personalized and dynamic digital experiences to patients.

Opal

Series A in 2023
Making it better at capturing incredible low-light video. Even in dimly lit room, you’ll get a level of detail and color that wasn’t possible before. The Opal C1 comes with MicMesh™, an array of beamforming microphones that find and focus on the sound of your voice. And with intelligent noise cancellation, every ding, drop and dog bark is filtered out to get an audio experience that clearly speaks for itself.

Parcha AI

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Parcha is an AI-powered enterprise software that enables businesses to automate their scale compliance and operations.

Northland Power

Post in 2023
Northland Power Inc. is an independent power producer based in Toronto, Canada, specializing in the development, construction, ownership, and operation of clean energy projects. The company focuses on generating electricity from renewable sources, including wind, solar, and hydro power, as well as utilizing clean-burning natural gas and biomass. Northland Power has established a significant operational footprint, with a generating capacity of 2,429 megawatts and an additional 399 megawatts under construction. Founded in 1987, the company aims to lead in offshore wind energy, which is projected to be its largest segment in the long term. Northland Power's growth strategy encompasses opportunities across North America, Europe, Latin America, and Asia, positioning it as a key player in the global transition toward sustainable energy solutions.

Utopia

Series A in 2023
Utopia Labs specializes in creating an operating system tailored for decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs) to streamline payment requests, payroll, and reporting processes. The platform enables users to manage invoices and expenses for contributors through a single link, facilitating the automation of recurring salaries for core team members. Additionally, Utopia Labs provides a payment application that allows for free, instant, and global transactions, simplifying the management of contributor payments and expenses. With features that organize transactions through tagging, the system enhances transparency in financial reporting for DAOs.

Whisper Aero

Series A in 2023
Whisper Aero specializes in designing and manufacturing electric propulsion systems that are exceptionally quiet, efficient, and scalable. The company's core technology converts electricity into thrust, serving diverse applications in aviation, defense, and commercial sectors. Its adaptable propulsion solutions offer scalable thrust capabilities, suitable for various vehicle sizes and speeds, from aircraft and drones to ground equipment. Whisper Aero's primary focus is to minimize noise pollution and promote cleaner energy use through its innovative, quieter flight technology.

Z1

Venture Round in 2023
Z1 is a digital banking application tailored for teenagers and young adults, focusing on fostering financial independence among its users. Founded in 2020 by a team with experience in education and fintech, including João Pedro Thompson, Thiago Achatz, Sophie Secaf, and Mateus Craveiro, the platform provides financial education alongside gamified features and digital banking services. The application enables users to manage their finances responsibly, offering transparency with no hidden fees. Z1 has attracted significant investment from notable backers, including Maya Capital and prominent founders, and has recently secured support from the American accelerator Y Combinator, which has a reputation for nurturing successful startups.

Tonal

Venture Round in 2023
Tonal is a smart home gym that combines artificial intelligence with expert-led coaching to deliver personalized strength training experiences. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Tonal manufactures fitness equipment that is wall-mounted and eliminates the need for traditional weights by using a system of magnets and electricity to provide adjustable resistance. The device features sensors and a touchscreen display that tracks workouts in real-time, allowing users to engage in full-body fitness routines without the inconvenience of switching machines. Additionally, Tonal offers tailored workout plans aimed at various fitness goals, including muscle building and athletic performance, along with live and recorded classes led by certified coaches.

Tribes Protocol

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Tribes Protocol is a Web3-native messaging and group wallet application that facilitates the co-ownership of digital assets in the cryptocurrency ecosystem. The platform is built on a blockchain-based communication protocol, which enables users to share messages, threads, reactions, and non-fungible tokens (NFTs) directly within their crypto wallets. Additionally, Tribes allows users to browse and join various coin-based groups, fostering networking, collaboration, and relationship-building among participants. Through its innovative approach, Tribes aims to enhance user interactions and engagement in the digital asset space.

Woodstock

Seed Round in 2023
Woodstock is an investment app that allows investors to invest in US stocks.

Dawn Health

Seed Round in 2022
Dawn Health is focused on revolutionizing insomnia treatment by establishing a new standard of care. The company specializes in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) designed to foster effective sleep patterns. Its approach includes evidence-based therapy that integrates with a sleep tracker and a trained sleep coach, who provides personalized support through a chat function and daily lesson plans. This comprehensive method aims to assist individuals suffering from insomnia in achieving better sleep outcomes.

HumanQ

Seed Round in 2022
HumanQ is an online platform focused on developing executive-level skills for employees at all organizational levels. It provides intimate group coaching and engaging programs designed to enhance remote workplace culture. The platform also conducts workshops aimed at leadership development, helping organizations foster the right mindsets and capabilities necessary for accelerated growth and transformation. By offering equitable access and opportunities for skill development, HumanQ aims to empower employees and enhance overall organizational impact.

Coherent

Seed Round in 2022
Coherent is a blockchain data startup that specializes in data intelligence software. The company focuses on unifying unstructured customer data, allowing businesses to consolidate valuable information into a comprehensive, intelligent report. By leveraging its platform, Coherent provides actionable insights that enable clients to make informed decisions swiftly. This approach helps organizations enhance their data-driven strategies and improve overall operational efficiency.

Zing Data

Seed Round in 2022
Zing Data is a collaborative business intelligence platform that enables users to access and analyze their company's data easily and efficiently. The application allows users to connect to various data sources, including Google Sheets, PostgreSQL, Presto, Snowflake, and BigQuery, without the need for SQL knowledge. By posing questions in simple terms, users can receive immediate insights and create visual representations of their data using a variety of chart types. The platform also includes in-app messaging functionality, which facilitates collaboration among team members by allowing them to share visualizations and insights in real-time. This accessibility from mobile devices and browsers empowers users to make informed decisions and drive business outcomes effectively, regardless of their location.

Drip

Series A in 2022
Drip is a company that specializes in live commerce, focusing on the collectible industry, including both NFTs and physical collectibles. It operates a streaming and live-streaming network that facilitates various activities related to collectibles, such as trading cards, live breaks, and auctions. Through its live shopping platform, Drip allows users to engage in live streams and play trading card games, creating opportunities for interaction and commerce within the collectibles market. The platform aims to enhance the experience of collectors and enthusiasts, enabling them to connect and potentially build careers around their passion for collectibles.

Adyton PBC

Venture Round in 2022
Adyton PBC is a company that designs and develops cloud-based software focused on reporting, data maintenance, and scheduling. Its primary offerings include AKADEMIA, a real-time reporting and analytics platform that manages training data, and Smart Schedule, which oversees training, qualifications, and daily operations. Additionally, the company provides the Adyton Operations Kit (AOK), a secure mobile software solution tailored for mission-critical work, allowing users to access data securely while on the move. Adyton PBC serves various sectors, including defense, heavy industries, law enforcement, and emergency response. Founded in 2018, the company is headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware.

Zora

Seed Round in 2022
Zora is a crypto-driven marketplace that specializes in the buying, selling, and trading of limited-edition non-fungible tokens (NFTs). The company has developed an on-chain social network and protocol that leverages blockchain technology to enhance the secondary market value of digital files, including photos, videos, audio, and music. Zora's platform offers a range of features, such as drop alerts and notifications, which provide artists and businesses with accessible tools to create and sell NFT collections efficiently. This focus on usability and market engagement positions Zora as a key player in the evolving landscape of digital assets.

Hour One

Series A in 2022
Hour One AI specializes in artificial intelligence technology for synthetic video creation. Founded in 2019 and based in Vancouver, Canada, the company offers a cloud-based platform that allows businesses to create high-quality presenter videos quickly and cost-effectively. By utilizing computer-generated characters that are photo-realistic, Hour One streamlines the video production process, enabling users to generate and edit thousands of videos across various business sectors. The platform features ready-to-use templates and supports multiple languages, making it accessible for companies to produce professional videos at scale without the traditional hurdles of video production.

Basis Theory

Series A in 2022
Basis Theory is a company that specializes in providing a tokenization platform aimed at securing, managing, and utilizing sensitive data. Their technology enhances the payments acceptance stack, allowing businesses to optimize their payment processes while alleviating the risks and compliance challenges associated with data security. By leveraging Basis Theory's platform, clients can achieve compliance with industry standards without the complexities of managing data security independently. This approach enables organizations to focus on their core operations while ensuring that sensitive information is protected effectively.

CoinDCX

Series D in 2022
CoinDCX is a Mumbai-based company founded in 2018 that specializes in crypto-enabled financial services. It offers a comprehensive cryptocurrency trading platform that facilitates legal transactions of multiple cryptocurrencies and allows users to withdraw funds to their bank accounts. The platform is designed to provide a secure and trusted environment for customers to learn about cryptocurrencies, while also delivering a fast and reliable trading experience through its liquidity, powerful wallet, and strong security measures. CoinDCX aims to democratize finance by making investments more accessible to a diverse range of traders, catering to various trading experiences, risk tolerances, and trading frequencies.

Ellis

Seed Round in 2022
ELLIS operates as a high-tech immigration law firm, providing premier immigration support specifically tailored for startups and growing businesses. The company integrates user-friendly software with a concierge service model to streamline the immigration process, making it efficient and accessible for clients. By offering customized immigration strategies that align with the unique needs of each business based on its stage and size, ELLIS aims to enhance the overall experience of navigating immigration challenges. This innovative approach positions ELLIS as a leader in the immigration services sector, akin to the transformative impact of cloud computing on technology.

Conceive

Seed Round in 2022
Conceive is a digital health platform dedicated to improving fertility outcomes by providing comprehensive patient support from preconception to pregnancy. The platform offers 24/7 text communication with nurses and peer coaches, along with curated support groups. Conceive addresses various reproductive health concerns, including polycystic ovary syndrome, endometriosis, and male factor infertility, while also focusing on lifestyle and wellness choices. By integrating artificial intelligence with personalized human support, Conceive aims to enhance patient care, streamline clinic operations, and facilitate a more effective healthcare journey for individuals seeking fertility assistance.

Linear Labs

Series A in 2022
Linear Labs, Inc., based in Fort Worth, Texas, specializes in manufacturing innovative electric motors for various industries, including electric vehicles, micro-mobility, robotics, and HVAC systems. The company's flagship product, the Hunstable Electric Turbine, features a unique design with multiple rotors, allowing it to perform efficiently under diverse conditions. Linear Labs focuses on enhancing energy utilization with its advanced motor systems, which can adapt their physical design in real-time to optimize performance. This technology results in significant improvements in torque, extended operational range, and reduced power consumption. By utilizing these new motor designs, customers can lower costs associated with components, raw materials, and assembly while increasing overall motor efficiency. Founded in 2012, Linear Labs aims to lead the evolution of electric motor technology for a more sustainable future.

Dawn Health

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Dawn Health is focused on revolutionizing insomnia treatment by establishing a new standard of care. The company specializes in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) designed to foster effective sleep patterns. Its approach includes evidence-based therapy that integrates with a sleep tracker and a trained sleep coach, who provides personalized support through a chat function and daily lesson plans. This comprehensive method aims to assist individuals suffering from insomnia in achieving better sleep outcomes.

Seashell

Seed Round in 2022
Seashell is a financial services provider that focuses on delivering high and stable returns on investments through a compliance-oriented approach. By leveraging blockchain technology, Seashell offers a user-friendly platform that enables customers to earn competitive yields effortlessly. The company's innovative solutions prioritize security and flexibility, allowing individuals to save and grow their money effectively. Through its commitment to compliance and advanced technology, Seashell aims to enhance the flow of money and improve financial outcomes for its users.

Goldfinch

Series A in 2022
Goldfinch is a credit platform that offers crypto loans without collateral. It also offers capital in a digital currency by expanding access to capital in emerging markets and offers a stable yield to the lenders, enabling the empowerment of financial inclusion in emerging markets. The company was founded in 2020 by Mike Sall and Blake West.

Aww

Seed Round in 2022
Aww Inc. is a pioneering company based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in the creation of virtual humans for advertising campaigns. Founded in 2019, it is recognized as Japan's first virtual human company and has developed several virtual influencers, including imma, Ria, plusticboy, and Asu. Since the introduction of imma in 2018, Aww Inc. has garnered a significant following, with over 1 million fans across social media and features in more than 5,000 media outlets worldwide. The company's virtual humans have collaborated with renowned global brands such as Porsche, IKEA, and Amazon Fashion. Aww Inc. employs advanced 3DCG technology and its proprietary "MASTER MODEL™" to produce highly realistic virtual influencers. Through partnerships and ongoing innovations, the company aims to lead advancements in real-time 3DCG and digital fashion, particularly in the evolving landscape of 5G and XR technologies.

Mootral

Seed Round in 2022
Mootral SA is a British-Swiss AgriTech company dedicated to addressing significant global challenges, specifically climate change and antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Rolle, Switzerland, the company specializes in developing natural feed supplements aimed at reducing methane emissions from ruminants and eliminating the use of antibiotics in monogastric livestock. By providing innovative solutions, Mootral empowers farmers to produce food that is both safe and sustainable for humans, animals, and the environment. The company's efforts not only focus on improving agricultural practices but also aim to enhance the economic viability for farmers.

Ottopay

Seed Round in 2021
Otto is an intelligent and automated debt management platform. We help the 8 in 10 Americans with debt save on interest, improve their credit score, and get debt-free faster — all done (you guessed it) automatically.

CloudTrucks

Series B in 2021
CloudTrucks is a company that provides a virtual trucking carrier application aimed at lowering operating costs for truck drivers. Founded in 2019 and based in San Francisco, California, the platform facilitates the management and booking of loads from brokers and shippers. It offers features such as instant payments upon delivery and access to affordable insurance options. These tools empower truck owners and operators to optimize their schedules and create strategies that enhance their revenue potential.

Color

Series E in 2021
Color is a healthcare technology company that offers a comprehensive platform for population health management, facilitating equitable and accessible healthcare delivery. The company specializes in large-scale health initiatives, providing solutions that include population genomics programs and high-throughput testing services, such as those for COVID-19. By centralizing essential healthcare capabilities, Color enables businesses, schools, and state public health departments to implement effective preventive health programs, regardless of the geographical distribution of their populations. Its innovative approach addresses various healthcare logistics challenges, streamlining processes related to testing, screening, treatment, and referrals, while creating diverse market opportunities and revenue streams for clinical teams.

Syndica

Seed Round in 2021
Syndica is a developer infrastructure company specializing in Web 3.0 technologies, primarily serving the Solana ecosystem. It provides a cloud-based infrastructure tailored for blockchain developers, offering advanced tooling and APIs. Syndica's platform includes features such as detailed logging, audience insights, and RPC usage analytics, which assist clients in efficiently building and optimizing their application programming interfaces. By focusing on these essential services, Syndica aims to enhance the development experience within the blockchain space.

Vitaance

Seed Round in 2021
Vitaance is a personalized employee benefits platform that focuses on enhancing the well-being of employees by allowing them to select the benefits that best meet their individual needs. The platform streamlines the administration of wellbeing programs, reducing the workload for HR departments. Additionally, it promotes teamwork and healthy habits through engaging physical challenges that employees can participate in, making it suitable for diverse and remote teams. Vitaance also aims to improve overall quality of life by offering life insurance options that cover essential aspects such as debt and education expenses, thereby facilitating broader access to financial protection and encouraging healthier lifestyles.

Tala

Series E in 2021
Tala is a global financial technology company focused on delivering accessible financial services to underserved populations in emerging markets, including Kenya, the Philippines, Mexico, and India. The company operates a mobile application that provides users with instant access to a range of financial services, such as credit, payments, savings, and transfers, effectively integrating digital and cash economies. Tala employs advanced data science and machine learning techniques to evaluate creditworthiness in real-time, allowing individuals without formal credit histories to receive personalized credit lines. This innovative approach helps bridge the financial inclusion gap for those in need of essential financial resources.

Noh

Seed Round in 2021
Noh is a neobank tailored for modern couples in Latin America, aiming to transform their financial interactions. Launched in April 2022, it introduced Brazil's first shared card, allowing simultaneous debiting from two accounts, which fosters a sense of co-ownership among users. The platform features a shared digital wallet that supports various payment methods, including bank slips, Pix (Brazil's popular electronic payment system), and a Noh prepaid Visa card. Additionally, it facilitates automatic bill-splitting, making it easier for couples to manage shared expenses and invest together. Through these innovations, Noh promotes a future of financial equality and seamless shared payments in relationships.

Carrot

Seed Round in 2021
Carrot Cart is a browser extension that enhances the online shopping experience by automatically saving items placed in a user's cart and categorizing them for easy access. The software enables users to create collections of products, track their prices, gather opinions, compare various items, and discover new brands. By streamlining the management of online shopping carts, Carrot Cart helps users keep track of their desired products with minimal effort, making the process more efficient and organized.

Taika

Seed Round in 2021
Taika Inc. is a producer of adaptogen-infused coffee, offering a range of flavors such as macadamia latte, oat milk latte, and black coffee. Founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, California, the company focuses on providing health-conscious consumers with beverages that combine taste and wellness. Taika employs a patent-pending method to naturally regulate caffeine levels in its coffee, alongside a proprietary adaptogen blend designed to enhance the overall experience. The products are available for purchase online in key markets including San Francisco, Los Angeles, and New York City, as well as in select retail locations throughout California.

Utopia

Seed Round in 2021
Utopia Labs specializes in creating an operating system tailored for decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs) to streamline payment requests, payroll, and reporting processes. The platform enables users to manage invoices and expenses for contributors through a single link, facilitating the automation of recurring salaries for core team members. Additionally, Utopia Labs provides a payment application that allows for free, instant, and global transactions, simplifying the management of contributor payments and expenses. With features that organize transactions through tagging, the system enhances transparency in financial reporting for DAOs.

Whisper Aero

Venture Round in 2021
Whisper Aero specializes in designing and manufacturing electric propulsion systems that are exceptionally quiet, efficient, and scalable. The company's core technology converts electricity into thrust, serving diverse applications in aviation, defense, and commercial sectors. Its adaptable propulsion solutions offer scalable thrust capabilities, suitable for various vehicle sizes and speeds, from aircraft and drones to ground equipment. Whisper Aero's primary focus is to minimize noise pollution and promote cleaner energy use through its innovative, quieter flight technology.

Sperta

Seed Round in 2021
Sperta, founded in June 2021, specializes in providing a risk decision platform that assists financial services and digital commerce sectors in automating critical decisions. The platform is designed to reduce false positives and minimize churn associated with delayed decisions while effectively managing fraud, credit, and compliance risks. By utilizing continuously improving rules and models, Sperta enhances operational efficiency, allowing analysts to confidently create rules and review cases. This approach enables companies to streamline their decision-making processes and better mitigate potential risks. The co-founders of Sperta have a background in building advanced technology solutions, having previously developed Uber's rules engine and contributed to Google Cloud's AI Feature Store.

FairCraft

Seed Round in 2021
FairCraft is a company focused on creating a sustainable alternative to traditional animal leather through innovative synthetic biology and material science techniques. By utilizing cellular culture, tissue engineering, and advanced material science, FairCraft develops lab-grown leather that provides a slaughter-free option for the fashion industry. This approach not only aims to reduce CO2 emissions associated with conventional leather production but also ensures high mechanical strength and durability for consumers. Through its commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology, FairCraft is positioned to transform the leather market by offering environmentally friendly solutions.

Ten Little

Seed Round in 2021
Ten Little, Inc. is a company based in Brooklyn, New York, that specializes in manufacturing kids' shoes, including vegan options that promote healthy development and movement. Founded in 2019 by Fatma Collins and Julie Rogers, the company operates a predictive e-commerce platform designed to simplify the shopping experience for parents. This platform helps parents select the appropriate shoe sizes for their children and provides personalized reminders based on individual needs, including size, color, location, and season. By focusing on affordability and convenience, Ten Little aims to support parents in making healthy choices for their children throughout various stages of growth. The company's products are sold online.

Catch

Venture Round in 2021
Catch is a Boston-based company that designs a personal benefits platform aimed at freelancers, contractors, and workers without employer-sponsored benefits. Established in 2016, Catch provides a range of financial solutions, including tax withholding, retirement savings plans, health insurance, and student loan refinancing. The platform allows users to conduct benefit checkups, link bank accounts, and create personalized financial plans, helping individuals build a comprehensive safety net for their financial stability and security. By leveraging data-driven insights, Catch enables users to take control of their financial needs and manage their wealth effectively in an evolving work landscape.

ShelfLife

Seed Round in 2021
ShelfLife is a procurement software company focused on serving food and beverage manufacturers. Its platform streamlines the ordering and communication processes by minimizing the reliance on spreadsheets, phone calls, and emails, which are often cumbersome in the sourcing of ingredients and packaging. By enhancing transparency and efficiency within the upstream supply chain, ShelfLife offers businesses effective solutions for order and inventory management, ultimately saving time and improving operational workflows.

Heartbeat Health

Series B in 2021
Heartbeat Health, Inc. is a healthcare technology company based in New York that specializes in providing virtual cardiovascular disease prevention and management services. Founded in 2017, it offers a data-driven platform that enables real-time consultations between patients and cardiologists. Through its web-based services, Heartbeat Health facilitates secure communication, allowing patients to receive medical advice, treatment, and dietary consultations from healthcare professionals. The company's focus is on reducing cardiovascular risk and improving patient outcomes by promoting continuous engagement and monitoring of heart health. By leveraging technology, Heartbeat Health aims to enhance the quality of care for patients and support at-risk organizations in managing cardiovascular conditions more effectively.

Bitski

Series A in 2021
Bitski is a developer-focused platform that facilitates the creation, sale, and purchase of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) for creators, brands, and platforms. It aims to make blockchain technology accessible to mainstream audiences by connecting communities through ownable digital content. The platform also includes a decentralized sign-on cryptocurrency wallet system, allowing users to access their wallets from any browser or device. This feature ensures that users can manage their tokens and digital goods securely, using a username and a resettable password, thereby enhancing the accessibility and security of their crypto assets.

FlexClub

Seed Round in 2021
FlexClub is a mobility platform that offers an online marketplace for car subscriptions, allowing customers to create personalized car subscription plans. Users can subscribe to a vehicle for a minimum duration of one month and have the flexibility to cancel or modify their plans without incurring penalties. The platform caters to both commercial and private members, facilitating the buying, renting, and selling of movable assets, including cars for ride-hailing services. This approach simplifies the process of accessing vehicles, making it convenient for users to browse and order a car that meets their needs.

Snack App

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Snack is a video-first dating application that enables users to connect with potential matches through engaging video content. The platform allows individuals to create and post videos on a feed, facilitating real-time interactions and a more dynamic approach to online dating. By combining traditional matching algorithms with the ability to flirt-stream, Snack provides a unique environment for users to express themselves and connect creatively with others. This innovative approach to dating aims to enhance user engagement and foster meaningful connections in a modern digital landscape.

Goldfinch

Venture Round in 2021
Goldfinch is a credit platform that offers crypto loans without collateral. It also offers capital in a digital currency by expanding access to capital in emerging markets and offers a stable yield to the lenders, enabling the empowerment of financial inclusion in emerging markets. The company was founded in 2020 by Mike Sall and Blake West.

CloudTrucks

Series A in 2020
CloudTrucks is a company that provides a virtual trucking carrier application aimed at lowering operating costs for truck drivers. Founded in 2019 and based in San Francisco, California, the platform facilitates the management and booking of loads from brokers and shippers. It offers features such as instant payments upon delivery and access to affordable insurance options. These tools empower truck owners and operators to optimize their schedules and create strategies that enhance their revenue potential.

OpenPhone

Series A in 2020
OpenPhone Technologies, Inc., established in 2018 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, specializes in developing a business phone application for startups, small businesses, and individuals. Its core product, OpenPhone, offers unlimited messaging and calling, along with features such as assignable business phone numbers, contact separation, and call automation. The application is available on both mobile and desktop platforms, utilizing Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) technology for communication.

Zora

Seed Round in 2020
Zora is a crypto-driven marketplace that specializes in the buying, selling, and trading of limited-edition non-fungible tokens (NFTs). The company has developed an on-chain social network and protocol that leverages blockchain technology to enhance the secondary market value of digital files, including photos, videos, audio, and music. Zora's platform offers a range of features, such as drop alerts and notifications, which provide artists and businesses with accessible tools to create and sell NFT collections efficiently. This focus on usability and market engagement positions Zora as a key player in the evolving landscape of digital assets.

Linear Labs

Venture Round in 2020
Linear Labs, Inc., based in Fort Worth, Texas, specializes in manufacturing innovative electric motors for various industries, including electric vehicles, micro-mobility, robotics, and HVAC systems. The company's flagship product, the Hunstable Electric Turbine, features a unique design with multiple rotors, allowing it to perform efficiently under diverse conditions. Linear Labs focuses on enhancing energy utilization with its advanced motor systems, which can adapt their physical design in real-time to optimize performance. This technology results in significant improvements in torque, extended operational range, and reduced power consumption. By utilizing these new motor designs, customers can lower costs associated with components, raw materials, and assembly while increasing overall motor efficiency. Founded in 2012, Linear Labs aims to lead the evolution of electric motor technology for a more sustainable future.

Humane

Series A in 2020
Humane Inc., established in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, is a technology company specializing in the development and sale of consumer hardware, software, and services. Its mission is to create innovative, user-centric products that are intuitive, natural, and humane, fostering a seamless connection between people and technology.

Hour One

Seed Round in 2020
Hour One AI specializes in artificial intelligence technology for synthetic video creation. Founded in 2019 and based in Vancouver, Canada, the company offers a cloud-based platform that allows businesses to create high-quality presenter videos quickly and cost-effectively. By utilizing computer-generated characters that are photo-realistic, Hour One streamlines the video production process, enabling users to generate and edit thousands of videos across various business sectors. The platform features ready-to-use templates and supports multiple languages, making it accessible for companies to produce professional videos at scale without the traditional hurdles of video production.

Mootral

Seed Round in 2020
Mootral SA is a British-Swiss AgriTech company dedicated to addressing significant global challenges, specifically climate change and antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Rolle, Switzerland, the company specializes in developing natural feed supplements aimed at reducing methane emissions from ruminants and eliminating the use of antibiotics in monogastric livestock. By providing innovative solutions, Mootral empowers farmers to produce food that is both safe and sustainable for humans, animals, and the environment. The company's efforts not only focus on improving agricultural practices but also aim to enhance the economic viability for farmers.

Northflank

Seed Round in 2020
Northflank Ltd. is a London-based company that specializes in developing a next-generation cloud hosting platform designed for developers. Founded in 2013, Northflank offers a self-service platform that allows users to build, run, and scale applications efficiently. The platform supports various workloads and is compatible with multiple cloud providers, facilitating seamless deployment and management of applications. Additionally, Northflank provides an automated development operations solution that includes integrated continuous integration, delivery, and deployment services, as well as data processing and hosting capabilities. This comprehensive offering aims to reduce costs and enhance operational effectiveness for organizations utilizing cloud services at scale.

Replenysh

Seed Round in 2020
Replenysh, Inc. is a technology company based in Orange, California, founded in 2016, that specializes in developing a platform for material recovery. Its software assists brands in retrieving used products from their customers, facilitating the recycling process. Replenysh provides tools for the collection, transportation, and sale of secondary materials, enhancing customer engagement while promoting environmental sustainability. By connecting global brands with local communities, the platform aims to create a circular economy that minimizes waste and reduces landfill and ocean pollution. Additionally, it offers features such as mill-direct pricing for recycling centers and tracking capabilities for recovered materials, thereby supporting brands in their sustainability efforts with full traceability.

Point Card

Series A in 2020
Point Card offers rewards, including additional cash-back on go-to subscriptions like Netflix, Spotify, HBO Max, Hulu, and more. It features an advanced chipset for secure payments, a high-tensile synthetic polymer construction, and comes in your choice of four editions. It was launched in 2018 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Isometric Technologies

Seed Round in 2020
Isometric Technologies is a performance management solution for the supply chain industry.

Taika

Seed Round in 2020
Taika Inc. is a producer of adaptogen-infused coffee, offering a range of flavors such as macadamia latte, oat milk latte, and black coffee. Founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, California, the company focuses on providing health-conscious consumers with beverages that combine taste and wellness. Taika employs a patent-pending method to naturally regulate caffeine levels in its coffee, alongside a proprietary adaptogen blend designed to enhance the overall experience. The products are available for purchase online in key markets including San Francisco, Los Angeles, and New York City, as well as in select retail locations throughout California.

Heartbeat Health

Series A in 2020
Heartbeat Health, Inc. is a healthcare technology company based in New York that specializes in providing virtual cardiovascular disease prevention and management services. Founded in 2017, it offers a data-driven platform that enables real-time consultations between patients and cardiologists. Through its web-based services, Heartbeat Health facilitates secure communication, allowing patients to receive medical advice, treatment, and dietary consultations from healthcare professionals. The company's focus is on reducing cardiovascular risk and improving patient outcomes by promoting continuous engagement and monitoring of heart health. By leveraging technology, Heartbeat Health aims to enhance the quality of care for patients and support at-risk organizations in managing cardiovascular conditions more effectively.

CloudTrucks

Seed Round in 2020
CloudTrucks is a company that provides a virtual trucking carrier application aimed at lowering operating costs for truck drivers. Founded in 2019 and based in San Francisco, California, the platform facilitates the management and booking of loads from brokers and shippers. It offers features such as instant payments upon delivery and access to affordable insurance options. These tools empower truck owners and operators to optimize their schedules and create strategies that enhance their revenue potential.

OpenPhone

Seed Round in 2020
OpenPhone Technologies, Inc., established in 2018 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, specializes in developing a business phone application for startups, small businesses, and individuals. Its core product, OpenPhone, offers unlimited messaging and calling, along with features such as assignable business phone numbers, contact separation, and call automation. The application is available on both mobile and desktop platforms, utilizing Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) technology for communication.

Otis

Series A in 2019
Otis Wealth, Inc. is a marketplace that enables individuals to invest in exclusive alternative assets, including collectibles, fine art, and real estate. Founded in 2018 and based in New York, the company acquires high-quality assets and fractionalizes them into smaller shares, allowing investors to own a piece of valuable items. Otis aims to democratize investments by making it possible for a broader audience to participate in markets traditionally reserved for affluent investors. The platform not only focuses on investment-grade art and collectibles but also seeks to expand into other alternative asset classes such as wine, precious metals, and cultural assets like music royalties and film. By offering these investment opportunities, Otis helps investors achieve uncorrelated diversification in their portfolios.

Seasons

Seed Round in 2019
Seasons is a fashion rental platform that specializes in luxury apparel and menswear, including streetwear. Founded in 2019 by Regy Perlera and headquartered in New York, the company provides an online subscription service that allows customers to rent curated clothing from a selection of high-quality brands. Users can reserve a limited number of products at a time, with the convenience of having them delivered directly to their doorstep. This innovative approach caters to the growing demand for sustainable fashion and offers an accessible way for individuals to enjoy premium clothing without the commitment of purchase.

Bravado

Series A in 2019
Bravado Network, Inc. is a professional community platform tailored for sales professionals, founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. The company provides online tools and hosts in-person events that empower members to enhance their personal brands, connect with peers, and improve their professional skills. Bravado leverages customer endorsements to establish a trusted network, allowing sales professionals to generate referrals and gain better control over their careers. Through its innovative services, Bravado aims to amplify the voices of sales professionals, fostering a supportive environment that helps them excel in their roles.

Humane

Seed Round in 2019
Humane Inc., established in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, is a technology company specializing in the development and sale of consumer hardware, software, and services. Its mission is to create innovative, user-centric products that are intuitive, natural, and humane, fostering a seamless connection between people and technology.

Red Planet Labs

Seed Round in 2019
Red Planet Labs Inc., founded in 2013 and based in Poway, California, specializes in developing innovative programming tools aimed at transforming software development. The company offers a comprehensive software tool that encompasses not only the initial development of applications but also their deployment, monitoring, and maintenance. This tool introduces a cohesive model for building software applications, allowing clients to create scalable solutions at significantly reduced engineering costs. By streamlining the development process and encapsulating various stages of application management, Red Planet Labs enables organizations to build any application efficiently and economically.

Linear Labs

Seed Round in 2019
Linear Labs, Inc., based in Fort Worth, Texas, specializes in manufacturing innovative electric motors for various industries, including electric vehicles, micro-mobility, robotics, and HVAC systems. The company's flagship product, the Hunstable Electric Turbine, features a unique design with multiple rotors, allowing it to perform efficiently under diverse conditions. Linear Labs focuses on enhancing energy utilization with its advanced motor systems, which can adapt their physical design in real-time to optimize performance. This technology results in significant improvements in torque, extended operational range, and reduced power consumption. By utilizing these new motor designs, customers can lower costs associated with components, raw materials, and assembly while increasing overall motor efficiency. Founded in 2012, Linear Labs aims to lead the evolution of electric motor technology for a more sustainable future.

Catch

Seed Round in 2019
Catch is a Boston-based company that designs a personal benefits platform aimed at freelancers, contractors, and workers without employer-sponsored benefits. Established in 2016, Catch provides a range of financial solutions, including tax withholding, retirement savings plans, health insurance, and student loan refinancing. The platform allows users to conduct benefit checkups, link bank accounts, and create personalized financial plans, helping individuals build a comprehensive safety net for their financial stability and security. By leveraging data-driven insights, Catch enables users to take control of their financial needs and manage their wealth effectively in an evolving work landscape.

Otis

Seed Round in 2019
Otis Wealth, Inc. is a marketplace that enables individuals to invest in exclusive alternative assets, including collectibles, fine art, and real estate. Founded in 2018 and based in New York, the company acquires high-quality assets and fractionalizes them into smaller shares, allowing investors to own a piece of valuable items. Otis aims to democratize investments by making it possible for a broader audience to participate in markets traditionally reserved for affluent investors. The platform not only focuses on investment-grade art and collectibles but also seeks to expand into other alternative asset classes such as wine, precious metals, and cultural assets like music royalties and film. By offering these investment opportunities, Otis helps investors achieve uncorrelated diversification in their portfolios.

Point Card

Seed Round in 2019
Point Card offers rewards, including additional cash-back on go-to subscriptions like Netflix, Spotify, HBO Max, Hulu, and more. It features an advanced chipset for secure payments, a high-tensile synthetic polymer construction, and comes in your choice of four editions. It was launched in 2018 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Set Labs

Seed Round in 2018
Set Labs is focused on advancing the field of finance through innovative cryptocurrency asset management solutions. The company develops a protocol that enables the creation and exchange of collateralized baskets of tokens, utilizing smart contracts to facilitate the bundling and unbundling of various crypto assets. This technology allows users to efficiently create cryptocurrency baskets, which can include a mix of ERC20 tokens, non-fungible tokens, and on-chain securities. By providing tools and specifications for developers, Set Labs aims to simplify the process of asset management in the blockchain space, promoting a more accessible and flexible financial environment.

Bitski

Seed Round in 2018
Bitski is a developer-focused platform that facilitates the creation, sale, and purchase of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) for creators, brands, and platforms. It aims to make blockchain technology accessible to mainstream audiences by connecting communities through ownable digital content. The platform also includes a decentralized sign-on cryptocurrency wallet system, allowing users to access their wallets from any browser or device. This feature ensures that users can manage their tokens and digital goods securely, using a username and a resettable password, thereby enhancing the accessibility and security of their crypto assets.

Italic

Series A in 2018
Italic, Inc. is an online marketplace that connects consumers directly with manufacturers of luxury goods, enabling them to purchase items such as bed linens, handbags, electric toothbrushes, and yoga gear at significantly lower prices. Established in 2018 and headquartered in Walnut, California, Italic allows customers to access high-quality products sourced from the same factories that supply top brands, offering savings of 50-80%. The platform also benefits manufacturers by providing tools and technology to enhance their distribution capabilities and reach a global customer base, thereby creating new revenue streams.

ROAM

Seed Round in 2018
Roam Media Inc. operates an online community known as ROAM, designed for explorers and adventurers. Founded in 2017 and based in Boulder, Colorado, the platform allows members to share their adventure stories, experiences, and various forms of content, including educational videos, mini-documentaries, and photo essays. It serves as a space for users to exchange ideas for creative projects such as Instagram takeovers and interviews, while also featuring member-generated videos. The platform aims to energize and encourage its community members to lead adventurous lives, offering access to focused classes from experienced athletes who share their insights and lessons learned from their own journeys.

dYdX

Series A in 2018
dYdX is a decentralized exchange that provides traders with a secure and efficient platform for various financial activities. Established in 2017 by Antonio Juliano, a former engineer at Coinbase and Uber, dYdX operates on audited smart contracts on Ethereum, ensuring transparency and security without relying on a central authority. The platform offers a range of trading options, including perpetual, margin, and spot trading, along with borrowing and lending pools. Users can earn interest on deposits or take loans at nominal fees, enabling them to trade on margin with customized leverage. dYdX aims to create an open financial system, granting users access to vital financial tools while facilitating fully collateralized loans for short-selling.

BloomCredit

Seed Round in 2018
BloomCredit is a fintech platform focused on enhancing the financial eligibility of individuals who have been declined for lending products. Founded in 2016 and based in New York, the company employs a data-driven approach to provide actionable insights and guidance. By collaborating directly with lenders, BloomCredit conducts consumer credit analysis and ongoing credit monitoring, notifying lenders when applicants meet eligibility criteria. This process not only helps consumers improve their financial health but also increases their chances of securing loans. Additionally, BloomCredit offers advanced developer-friendly API solutions that promote and monitor credit health, fostering trust between consumers and financial institutions.

RADAR

Series A in 2018
Radar Relay, LLC, founded in 2017 and based in Denver, Colorado, operates as a wallet-to-wallet trading platform for Ethereum-based tokens, utilizing the 0x Protocol. The platform facilitates direct peer-to-peer trading by maintaining an order book and relaying orders without holding any assets in custody. Users can connect their wallets directly to the Radar Relay platform, eliminating the need for account creation, sign-ups, deposits, or withdrawal limits. This approach aims to enhance user control and security in cryptocurrency trading.
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