Morado Ventures

Morado Ventures, established in 2010, is a Palo Alto, California-based venture capital firm. It specializes in seed-stage investments, focusing on high-growth technology companies, particularly those driven by data and AI. The firm's investment focus includes Artificial Intelligence, Data Infrastructure, Industrial Internet, Robotics & Autonomy, Computer Vision, and Health sectors. Morado Ventures typically invests $150,000 in startups, with a preference for those based in the San Francisco Bay Area, and occasionally in other West Coast cities and New York City.

Ash Patel

Founder and Managing Director

228 past transactions

One.bio

Series A in 2024
One.bio is an emerging biotechnology company spun out from UC Davis, specializing in the development of naturally-derived oligosaccharides for food, agriculture, and biopharmaceutical applications. Utilizing proprietary technology, the company creates novel oligosaccharides from natural products aimed at positively influencing the microbiome and enhancing immune function. One.bio's innovative ingredients provide clients with access to prebiotics and therapies that support both human and animal health, positioning the company as a significant player in the fields of nutrition and longevity.

Global Predictions

Seed Round in 2024
Global Predictions is an innovative financial technology company founded by a team with deep expertise in artificial intelligence and finance. The company leverages its proprietary Economic Insights Engine to deliver a comprehensive suite of investing insights and financial advice. Global Predictions offers its services through an API and provides customized insights, making its fintech solutions accessible to millions. Its flagship product, PortfolioPilot.com, serves as a personal AI financial advisor for individuals, managing over $30 billion in assets. By combining advanced AI capabilities with financial expertise, Global Predictions aims to empower policymakers, corporations, and investors to navigate economic shifts and effectively manage their investment portfolios.

ViaBot

Seed Round in 2023
ViaBot Inc. specializes in developing autonomous outdoor robots tailored for commercial maintenance tasks. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, the company offers multi-functional robots that address various outdoor responsibilities, including sweeping, lawn mowing, and security. Their RUNO robots utilize advanced vision technology to monitor and scan properties, such as recognizing vehicle license plates. ViaBot's autonomous solutions feature modular technology, round-the-clock monitoring, easy scheduling, and long operational runtimes, thus enabling businesses like shopping malls and sports arenas to efficiently manage their outdoor environments. The company's commitment to ongoing updates ensures their robots remain effective and adaptable to changing needs.

Headroom

Seed Round in 2023
Headroom, Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2020. It specializes in developing an artificial intelligence-driven virtual meeting platform designed to enhance remote collaboration. The platform features tools such as automatic transcripts, smart summaries with highlighted points, and gesture recognition, which allows participants to express approvals non-verbally without disrupting the flow of conversation. By focusing on improving the meeting experience, Headroom enables users to concentrate on building relationships, fostering creativity, and solving problems, while the AI manages various distracting tasks. This innovative approach aims to facilitate more effective communication and engagement during virtual meetings.

Exer Labs

Series A in 2022
Exer Labs uses AI on mobile and tablet devices as well as computer vision to help fitness users experience a more interactive and affordable at-home workout.

Everestlabs.AI

Series A in 2022
Everest Labs, founded in 2018 and based in Fremont, California, specializes in developing advanced robotics solutions for the waste management and scrap metal industries. The company's flagship product, Celer, employs artificial intelligence, machine learning, and computer vision to enhance the sorting and quality control processes at material recovery facilities. By integrating these technologies, Everest Labs aims to increase the quality of recyclables while minimizing reliance on human labor, thereby supporting revenue growth for waste management companies. The company is focused on fostering sustainability in the industry by encouraging the use of recycled materials in manufacturing and packaging. Ultimately, Everest Labs aspires to establish itself as a leading provider of AI and robotics solutions in complex environments like waste management.

Headroom

Series A in 2022
Headroom, Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2020. It specializes in developing an artificial intelligence-driven virtual meeting platform designed to enhance remote collaboration. The platform features tools such as automatic transcripts, smart summaries with highlighted points, and gesture recognition, which allows participants to express approvals non-verbally without disrupting the flow of conversation. By focusing on improving the meeting experience, Headroom enables users to concentrate on building relationships, fostering creativity, and solving problems, while the AI manages various distracting tasks. This innovative approach aims to facilitate more effective communication and engagement during virtual meetings.

Hyphen

Funding Round in 2022
Hyphen specializes in automating culinary operations for the restaurant and foodservice industry. The company develops a food technology solution aimed at reducing the cost of fresh food through the use of robotics. Their technology features modular hardware and reprogrammable software, which employs computer vision technology to assist restaurants in managing peak hours during lunch and dinner, while also preventing human errors in food preparation.

Tenyx

Seed Round in 2022
Tenyx is a developer of advanced voice-based intelligent technologies, utilizing proprietary neuroscience-inspired artificial intelligence to enhance customer service experiences. The company's platform addresses key challenges faced by traditional AI services, enabling continuous learning from real-time information. By leveraging its patented technology, Tenyx aims to revolutionize the landscape of intelligent customer service agents, providing clients with innovative solutions that improve efficiency and responsiveness.

ViaBot

Seed Round in 2022
ViaBot Inc. specializes in developing autonomous outdoor robots tailored for commercial maintenance tasks. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, the company offers multi-functional robots that address various outdoor responsibilities, including sweeping, lawn mowing, and security. Their RUNO robots utilize advanced vision technology to monitor and scan properties, such as recognizing vehicle license plates. ViaBot's autonomous solutions feature modular technology, round-the-clock monitoring, easy scheduling, and long operational runtimes, thus enabling businesses like shopping malls and sports arenas to efficiently manage their outdoor environments. The company's commitment to ongoing updates ensures their robots remain effective and adaptable to changing needs.

Docyt

Series A in 2022
Docyt is a real-time accounting automation platform that leverages artificial intelligence and machine learning to streamline financial workflows. The platform automates various accounting processes, including accounts payable, bookkeeping, and cash-flow management, while ensuring secure document exchanges and well-organized communications. By continuously reconciling the general ledger and generating real-time financial reports, Docyt enables small businesses and accountants to minimize costs and reduce the technical complexity associated with bookkeeping and back-office tasks.

Hyphen

Series A in 2022
Hyphen specializes in automating culinary operations for the restaurant and foodservice industry. The company develops a food technology solution aimed at reducing the cost of fresh food through the use of robotics. Their technology features modular hardware and reprogrammable software, which employs computer vision technology to assist restaurants in managing peak hours during lunch and dinner, while also preventing human errors in food preparation.

Agot

Seed Round in 2022
Agot is a technology company specializing in computer vision solutions tailored for the Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) industry. Their platform digitizes restaurant activities, transforming visual data into real-time team interactions and valuable insights to enhance operational efficiency. Key benefits include reduced online order errors, increased order volume and ratings, improved pickup time estimates, and actionable operations analytics.

Spect

Seed Round in 2021
Spect is a data science company specializing in end-to-end eye disease screening solutions aimed at preventing blindness through early detection. The company's innovative technology focuses on identifying early signs of various eye diseases, including diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, and age-related macular degeneration, while also serving as an indicator for broader health issues such as stroke and Parkinson's disease. Spect's AI-enabled telemedicine platform enhances the efficiency of medical assistants, allowing for rapid diagnostic reporting. By addressing critical gaps in healthcare access and affordability, Spect aims to improve patient outcomes and optimize the financial performance of clinics.

Scribe

Series A in 2021
Scribe is a developer of a workflow documentation platform that empowers users to share their work processes by automatically creating step-by-step guides. By leveraging machine learning and artificial intelligence, Scribe analyzes, optimizes, and standardizes information processes. The platform captures the knowledge workers' expertise, facilitating the generation of documentation for repetitive tasks. This approach enhances productivity and fosters collaboration within organizations and communities, making it easier for teams to access and utilize essential know-how effectively.

Praisidio

Seed Round in 2021
Praisidio, Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in designing and developing augmented intelligence tools aimed at mitigating talent risk for enterprises. Established in 2019, Praisidio leverages generative AI to integrate with HR and business platforms, providing rapid, ChatGPT-like responses to employee-related inquiries. Its innovative software enables organizations to generate instant insights through pre-built reports or customizable reports created by simply asking questions. By employing data-driven strategies, Praisidio's solutions enhance employee retention and support talent management efforts, ultimately helping businesses prevent revenue loss due to workforce turnover.

DigiSure

Seed Round in 2021
DigiSure is a company focused on transforming the insurance landscape for digital businesses, particularly in the mobility marketplace sector. Established in 2018 by industry veterans, DigiSure aims to enhance trust, safety, and insurance experiences by providing on-demand insurance services tailored for the sharing economy. The company's platform facilitates screening, insurance management, and claims services, empowering partners with unprecedented access to user data. This data-driven approach enables customers to gain insights into their insurance ecosystems, fostering greater control and transparency in risk management. Based in San Francisco, DigiSure is committed to reimagining insurance for future mobility, striving to create a safer, more secure, and environmentally friendly world.

Lucid Lane

Series A in 2021
Lucid Lane, Inc. is a telehealth provider based in Los Altos, California, specializing in services for individuals with medication dependence and substance use disorders. Founded in 2017, the company offers a comprehensive approach that combines data-driven personalized health planning, real-time interventions, and coach-based support. Lucid Lane's services facilitate ongoing access to therapists and utilize advanced technologies for continuous measurement and monitoring, enabling tailored treatment plans and timely interventions. By providing a safe and private environment for mental health therapy, pain relief, and relapse prevention, Lucid Lane aims to empower individuals to successfully manage their conditions and lead healthier lives.

Metrist

Seed Round in 2021
Metrist is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) company that specializes in monitoring the performance and availability of cloud applications and APIs. Its platform provides real-time visibility into the functionality of these services, ensuring that application developers and users can understand the impact of external services on their operations. The software features actionable data and service level agreement (SLA) reporting, which helps businesses optimize customer experiences. Additionally, Metrist offers an infrastructure that supports embedded analytics, payment processing, and user identity management, facilitating a comprehensive approach to application performance monitoring.

Global Predictions

Seed Round in 2021
Global Predictions is an innovative financial technology company founded by a team with deep expertise in artificial intelligence and finance. The company leverages its proprietary Economic Insights Engine to deliver a comprehensive suite of investing insights and financial advice. Global Predictions offers its services through an API and provides customized insights, making its fintech solutions accessible to millions. Its flagship product, PortfolioPilot.com, serves as a personal AI financial advisor for individuals, managing over $30 billion in assets. By combining advanced AI capabilities with financial expertise, Global Predictions aims to empower policymakers, corporations, and investors to navigate economic shifts and effectively manage their investment portfolios.

ViaBot

Seed Round in 2021
ViaBot Inc. specializes in developing autonomous outdoor robots tailored for commercial maintenance tasks. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, the company offers multi-functional robots that address various outdoor responsibilities, including sweeping, lawn mowing, and security. Their RUNO robots utilize advanced vision technology to monitor and scan properties, such as recognizing vehicle license plates. ViaBot's autonomous solutions feature modular technology, round-the-clock monitoring, easy scheduling, and long operational runtimes, thus enabling businesses like shopping malls and sports arenas to efficiently manage their outdoor environments. The company's commitment to ongoing updates ensures their robots remain effective and adaptable to changing needs.

Tortuga AgTech

Series A in 2021
Tortuga AgTech is a company dedicated to enhancing agricultural practices through the development of digital horticulture systems. By integrating advanced technologies such as robotics, automation, precision data analytics, and machine learning, the company aims to empower growers to produce unique, nutritious, and sustainable food. Tortuga AgTech focuses on automating labor-intensive tasks such as picking, packing, and trimming, which significantly reduces the need for manual labor and increases crop yields by optimizing growing conditions and layouts. The company's mission is to foster a healthier society and thriving ecosystem by enabling farmers to compete with large-scale agriculture while providing fresher and healthier products to local communities. Additionally, Tortuga AgTech creates full-time local technical jobs, contributing to economic growth in agricultural regions.

Docyt

Seed Round in 2021
Docyt is a real-time accounting automation platform that leverages artificial intelligence and machine learning to streamline financial workflows. The platform automates various accounting processes, including accounts payable, bookkeeping, and cash-flow management, while ensuring secure document exchanges and well-organized communications. By continuously reconciling the general ledger and generating real-time financial reports, Docyt enables small businesses and accountants to minimize costs and reduce the technical complexity associated with bookkeeping and back-office tasks.

Scribe

Seed Round in 2021
Scribe is a developer of a workflow documentation platform that empowers users to share their work processes by automatically creating step-by-step guides. By leveraging machine learning and artificial intelligence, Scribe analyzes, optimizes, and standardizes information processes. The platform captures the knowledge workers' expertise, facilitating the generation of documentation for repetitive tasks. This approach enhances productivity and fosters collaboration within organizations and communities, making it easier for teams to access and utilize essential know-how effectively.

DataFleets

Seed Round in 2020
DataFleets Ltd. is a technology company based in Palo Alto, California, founded in 2018, that specializes in developing data analytics software focused on privacy preservation. Its core offering is a federated intelligence platform that enables organizations to unify and analyze distributed data while ensuring compliance with data protection standards. The platform allows data scientists and developers to create analytics, machine learning models, and applications using sensitive data sets without direct access to the data itself. By utilizing advanced techniques such as federated computation and differential privacy, DataFleets addresses the challenges of balancing data privacy with innovation, facilitating agile analytics and automated compliance for its clients. Additionally, the company provides a web-based notebook editor, allowing users to test hypotheses effectively.

Headroom

Seed Round in 2020
Headroom, Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2020. It specializes in developing an artificial intelligence-driven virtual meeting platform designed to enhance remote collaboration. The platform features tools such as automatic transcripts, smart summaries with highlighted points, and gesture recognition, which allows participants to express approvals non-verbally without disrupting the flow of conversation. By focusing on improving the meeting experience, Headroom enables users to concentrate on building relationships, fostering creativity, and solving problems, while the AI manages various distracting tasks. This innovative approach aims to facilitate more effective communication and engagement during virtual meetings.

Exer Labs

Seed Round in 2020
Exer Labs uses AI on mobile and tablet devices as well as computer vision to help fitness users experience a more interactive and affordable at-home workout.

Vena Vitals

Seed Round in 2020
Vena Vitals is a company that specializes in developing a small wearable device designed to continuously monitor blood pressure. This innovative technology has shown high accuracy in clinical settings, including operating rooms and intensive care units, where it has been tested against traditional invasive arterial lines. The primary focus of Vena Vitals is on applications within the healthcare sector, aiming to enhance the monitoring and management of blood pressure, particularly for individuals with hypertension and other cardiovascular conditions. By providing a non-invasive solution, Vena Vitals seeks to improve the quality of care and patient outcomes in various clinical environments.

LoanSnap

Series B in 2020
LoanSnap, Inc. is a mortgage company that specializes in providing an artificial intelligence-based smart loan platform designed to analyze individual financial situations and deliver tailored loan options. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an additional location in Costa Mesa, the company offers various products, including home equity lines of credit (HELOC), refinancing options to lower monthly mortgage payments, and VA loans for veterans that facilitate home purchases without down payments or private mortgage insurance. LoanSnap aims to help customers gain a clearer understanding of their finances and identify potential savings. The company operates in several states, including California, Florida, Illinois, Colorado, and Tennessee. LoanSnap, Inc. was previously known as DLJ Financial, Inc. before rebranding in April 2018 and functions as a subsidiary of LoanSnap Holdings, Inc.

Lucid Lane

Seed Round in 2020
Lucid Lane, Inc. is a telehealth provider based in Los Altos, California, specializing in services for individuals with medication dependence and substance use disorders. Founded in 2017, the company offers a comprehensive approach that combines data-driven personalized health planning, real-time interventions, and coach-based support. Lucid Lane's services facilitate ongoing access to therapists and utilize advanced technologies for continuous measurement and monitoring, enabling tailored treatment plans and timely interventions. By providing a safe and private environment for mental health therapy, pain relief, and relapse prevention, Lucid Lane aims to empower individuals to successfully manage their conditions and lead healthier lives.

Everestlabs.AI

Seed Round in 2020
Everest Labs, founded in 2018 and based in Fremont, California, specializes in developing advanced robotics solutions for the waste management and scrap metal industries. The company's flagship product, Celer, employs artificial intelligence, machine learning, and computer vision to enhance the sorting and quality control processes at material recovery facilities. By integrating these technologies, Everest Labs aims to increase the quality of recyclables while minimizing reliance on human labor, thereby supporting revenue growth for waste management companies. The company is focused on fostering sustainability in the industry by encouraging the use of recycled materials in manufacturing and packaging. Ultimately, Everest Labs aspires to establish itself as a leading provider of AI and robotics solutions in complex environments like waste management.

Flox

Seed Round in 2020
Flox.ai, founded in 2018 and based in London, United Kingdom, specializes in artificial intelligence technology aimed at enhancing the welfare of broiler chickens and optimizing poultry farming efficiency. The company offers a comprehensive monitoring platform that incorporates various tools, including Flox-cam, which streams images from multiple cameras to monitors and smartphones; FLOX-box, an AI processor; and FLOX-alert, a tracking system for smothering and bird activities. By analyzing data from cameras, sensors, and activity monitors, Flox provides real-time insights into individual bird health, behavior, and environmental conditions. This technology empowers poultry farmers to identify and address issues promptly, ultimately improving bird welfare and increasing productivity on farms.

Hyphen

Seed Round in 2020
Hyphen specializes in automating culinary operations for the restaurant and foodservice industry. The company develops a food technology solution aimed at reducing the cost of fresh food through the use of robotics. Their technology features modular hardware and reprogrammable software, which employs computer vision technology to assist restaurants in managing peak hours during lunch and dinner, while also preventing human errors in food preparation.

Praisidio

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Praisidio, Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in designing and developing augmented intelligence tools aimed at mitigating talent risk for enterprises. Established in 2019, Praisidio leverages generative AI to integrate with HR and business platforms, providing rapid, ChatGPT-like responses to employee-related inquiries. Its innovative software enables organizations to generate instant insights through pre-built reports or customizable reports created by simply asking questions. By employing data-driven strategies, Praisidio's solutions enhance employee retention and support talent management efforts, ultimately helping businesses prevent revenue loss due to workforce turnover.

Osaro

Series B in 2019
Osaro, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing artificial intelligence software aimed at automating manual picking and assembly tasks in distribution centers and manufacturing environments. Founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, California, Osaro's solutions integrate advanced machine learning and vision-based technology to enhance the efficiency of robotic systems. The software is designed to automatically process complex, unstructured data, enabling machines to learn and adapt in real-time, thereby improving decision-making capabilities. By enhancing the intelligence and adaptability of machines, Osaro aims to increase industrial productivity while allowing human workers to concentrate on more complex tasks, ultimately contributing to a safer workplace and more resilient supply chains.

Edify

Seed Round in 2019
Edify is a cloud-native platform that provides an all-in-one solution for contact center operations and unified communications. Its flagship product, Edify CX, delivers a comprehensive omnichannel experience, allowing users to manage customer interactions seamlessly across various channels. The platform incorporates artificial intelligence and machine learning to facilitate automated assistance, enhancing operational efficiency. In addition to Edify CX, the company offers Edify EX for unified communications, Edify Developer for communication platform as a service (CPaaS), and Edify Workflows, which provides no-code solutions to replace traditional voice response and automation systems. Edify aims to strengthen connections between businesses and their customers, as well as improve internal communication among teams, all backed by a robust uptime guarantee.

ViaBot

Pre Seed Round in 2019
ViaBot Inc. specializes in developing autonomous outdoor robots tailored for commercial maintenance tasks. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, the company offers multi-functional robots that address various outdoor responsibilities, including sweeping, lawn mowing, and security. Their RUNO robots utilize advanced vision technology to monitor and scan properties, such as recognizing vehicle license plates. ViaBot's autonomous solutions feature modular technology, round-the-clock monitoring, easy scheduling, and long operational runtimes, thus enabling businesses like shopping malls and sports arenas to efficiently manage their outdoor environments. The company's commitment to ongoing updates ensures their robots remain effective and adaptable to changing needs.

Tortuga AgTech

Venture Round in 2019
Tortuga AgTech is a company dedicated to enhancing agricultural practices through the development of digital horticulture systems. By integrating advanced technologies such as robotics, automation, precision data analytics, and machine learning, the company aims to empower growers to produce unique, nutritious, and sustainable food. Tortuga AgTech focuses on automating labor-intensive tasks such as picking, packing, and trimming, which significantly reduces the need for manual labor and increases crop yields by optimizing growing conditions and layouts. The company's mission is to foster a healthier society and thriving ecosystem by enabling farmers to compete with large-scale agriculture while providing fresher and healthier products to local communities. Additionally, Tortuga AgTech creates full-time local technical jobs, contributing to economic growth in agricultural regions.

DigiSure

Venture Round in 2019
DigiSure is a company focused on transforming the insurance landscape for digital businesses, particularly in the mobility marketplace sector. Established in 2018 by industry veterans, DigiSure aims to enhance trust, safety, and insurance experiences by providing on-demand insurance services tailored for the sharing economy. The company's platform facilitates screening, insurance management, and claims services, empowering partners with unprecedented access to user data. This data-driven approach enables customers to gain insights into their insurance ecosystems, fostering greater control and transparency in risk management. Based in San Francisco, DigiSure is committed to reimagining insurance for future mobility, striving to create a safer, more secure, and environmentally friendly world.

Docyt

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Docyt is a real-time accounting automation platform that leverages artificial intelligence and machine learning to streamline financial workflows. The platform automates various accounting processes, including accounts payable, bookkeeping, and cash-flow management, while ensuring secure document exchanges and well-organized communications. By continuously reconciling the general ledger and generating real-time financial reports, Docyt enables small businesses and accountants to minimize costs and reduce the technical complexity associated with bookkeeping and back-office tasks.

Arconex

Seed Round in 2019
Arconex, Inc. is a New York-based company that operates an online B2B marketplace designed specifically for architects and general contractors. Founded in 2019, its platform facilitates project execution while promoting collaborative behavior among stakeholders, thereby minimizing disputes. The company aims to streamline interactions within the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry by providing a space where professionals can connect and manage projects more effectively. Arconex focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and fostering long-term relationships in a sector often characterized by complexity and conflict.

Hyphen

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Hyphen specializes in automating culinary operations for the restaurant and foodservice industry. The company develops a food technology solution aimed at reducing the cost of fresh food through the use of robotics. Their technology features modular hardware and reprogrammable software, which employs computer vision technology to assist restaurants in managing peak hours during lunch and dinner, while also preventing human errors in food preparation.

Enya.ai

Seed Round in 2018
Founded by a Stanford team, Enya.ai offers the only secure computation platform optimized for edge devices such as mobile phones, drones, cars, and IoT sensors. With the rise of data privacy concerns and the increasing cost of complying with privacy regulations, companies are looking for solutions that help them reduce their data liability.

Apprente

Seed Round in 2018
Apprente, Inc., founded in 2017 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, specializes in developing advanced machine intelligence systems that utilize neuroscience-inspired artificial intelligence. The company is known for its intelligent voice-based conversational agents aimed at enhancing customer service interactions in enterprise settings. Apprente's technology is designed to automate and streamline communications by providing conversational tools that are naturally engaging and capable of understanding contextual nuances. This capability allows businesses to implement automated solutions that deliver a sense of immediacy akin to human interaction. As of October 2019, Apprente operates as a subsidiary of McDonald's Corporation, underscoring its relevance in the fast-food and broader service industry.

Canvas Technology

Series A in 2017
Canvas Technology, Inc. is a robotics company that specializes in designing and developing mobile robotic technology for factories and warehouses. Founded in 2015 and based in Boulder, Colorado, the company focuses on providing end-to-end autonomous delivery solutions for goods. Canvas Technology offers a range of products, including carts, pallets, forklifts, and boxes, which are designed to operate safely and efficiently in both indoor and outdoor environments. As of April 2019, Canvas Technology operates as a subsidiary of Amazon.com, Inc.

Apprente

Debt Financing in 2017
Apprente, Inc., founded in 2017 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, specializes in developing advanced machine intelligence systems that utilize neuroscience-inspired artificial intelligence. The company is known for its intelligent voice-based conversational agents aimed at enhancing customer service interactions in enterprise settings. Apprente's technology is designed to automate and streamline communications by providing conversational tools that are naturally engaging and capable of understanding contextual nuances. This capability allows businesses to implement automated solutions that deliver a sense of immediacy akin to human interaction. As of October 2019, Apprente operates as a subsidiary of McDonald's Corporation, underscoring its relevance in the fast-food and broader service industry.

TigerGraph

Series A in 2017
TigerGraph Inc. is a technology company that specializes in graph analytics and databases. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, with additional offices in Shanghai, London, and Munich, the company offers a platform that combines native graph storage and computing with real-time updates. This platform is designed to facilitate advanced analytics and machine learning on connected data, enabling applications such as fraud detection, anti-money laundering, entity resolution, and cybersecurity. TigerGraph's technology allows enterprises to transform complex data into a network of objects and relationships, uncovering hidden patterns and actionable insights. The company's tools support ad-hoc and interactive analytics, making it a vital resource for organizations seeking to enhance their relationship analysis capabilities.

Spect

Seed Round in 2017
Spect is a data science company specializing in end-to-end eye disease screening solutions aimed at preventing blindness through early detection. The company's innovative technology focuses on identifying early signs of various eye diseases, including diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, and age-related macular degeneration, while also serving as an indicator for broader health issues such as stroke and Parkinson's disease. Spect's AI-enabled telemedicine platform enhances the efficiency of medical assistants, allowing for rapid diagnostic reporting. By addressing critical gaps in healthcare access and affordability, Spect aims to improve patient outcomes and optimize the financial performance of clinics.

ShoCard

Series A in 2017
ShoCard, Inc. is a company that specializes in digital identity verification through a mobile application. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, ShoCard offers a secure identity verification system that employs advanced technologies such as public/private key encryption, data hashing, out-of-band communication, data matching, and two-factor authentication. This innovative approach aims to empower individuals, businesses, and governments by facilitating the secure establishment, verification, and exchange of identity information while ensuring consumer privacy. The system is designed to be user-friendly, comparable to presenting a driver's license, and is robust enough to meet the security requirements of financial institutions. As of March 2020, ShoCard operates as a subsidiary of Ping Identity Corporation.

Citrine Informatics

Series A in 2017
Citrine Informatics, Inc. is a software company based in Redwood City, California, with an additional office in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, founded in 2013. It specializes in materials informatics by developing an artificial intelligence platform that aggregates extensive data on materials, chemicals, and devices. This platform leverages machine learning and data science to enhance research and development, manufacturing, and supply chain operations for organizations involved in producing physical products. By streamlining the materials development process, Citrine Informatics aims to facilitate the discovery of new materials and reduce defects early in the research phase, thus improving product growth and design. The company's focus spans various sectors, including energy, aerospace, and electronics.

Sapho

Series B in 2017
Sapho, Inc., a subsidiary of Citrix Systems, Inc., is headquartered in San Bruno, California, and specializes in enhancing employee productivity through its enterprise workforce portal. Founded in 2014, the company leverages micro-apps to deliver personalized and relevant tasks and data to employees across various platforms, including devices, intranets, and messaging systems. These micro-apps, which are developed by IT using pre-built templates and a user-friendly drag-and-drop builder, facilitate proactive notifications about critical system data, necessary actions, and important changes that require attention. By streamlining access to actionable information, Sapho enables employees to work more efficiently and make informed decisions.

JoyRun

Series A in 2017
JoyRun, Inc. is a peer-to-peer food and drink delivery platform founded in 2015 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California. The company fosters community engagement by enabling users to create and join group delivery requests, facilitating social and cost-effective local transactions. Users, referred to as "JoyRunners," earn compensation for fulfilling these delivery requests while enhancing their social standing within the community. JoyRun not only provides a means for individuals to connect over shared delivery needs but also supports local businesses by tapping into existing demand, increasing brand recognition, and driving revenue growth. Initially focused on college campuses, JoyRun aims to expand its presence into offices and neighborhoods worldwide.

JoyRun

Seed Round in 2017
JoyRun, Inc. is a peer-to-peer food and drink delivery platform founded in 2015 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California. The company fosters community engagement by enabling users to create and join group delivery requests, facilitating social and cost-effective local transactions. Users, referred to as "JoyRunners," earn compensation for fulfilling these delivery requests while enhancing their social standing within the community. JoyRun not only provides a means for individuals to connect over shared delivery needs but also supports local businesses by tapping into existing demand, increasing brand recognition, and driving revenue growth. Initially focused on college campuses, JoyRun aims to expand its presence into offices and neighborhoods worldwide.

Rigetti Computing

Series B in 2017
Rigetti Computing is a full-stack quantum computing company that designs and manufactures quantum-integrated circuits, which are deployed in low-temperature environments. The company develops control systems that perform quantum logic operations and has created software to seamlessly integrate its quantum systems into existing cloud infrastructures. Rigetti is known for its development of the industry's first multi-chip quantum processor, enabling scalable quantum computing systems. Additionally, the company focuses on practical applications of quantum computing, particularly in computational chemistry and machine learning, and has introduced Forest, a comprehensive programming and execution environment for quantum and classical computing. The majority of its revenue is generated from the United States.

Zipline

Series B in 2016
Zipline Inc. is a California-based company that specializes in the design, manufacture, and operation of drones for delivering essential medical supplies. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Half Moon Bay, the company aims to ensure that every individual has immediate access to vital medical products, including vaccines, medicines, and blood. Zipline operates a sophisticated autonomous logistics network, utilizing proprietary fixed-wing drones to facilitate rapid deliveries to hospitals and health centers, particularly in remote areas. The company not only designs and tests its drones but also assembles the technology that underpins its distribution capabilities, thereby enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of medical supply delivery.

Modbot

Seed Round in 2016
Modbot Inc., established in 2013 and based in San Francisco, specializes in developing a cloud-based robotics platform that democratizes access to advanced automation technology. Their modular system enables hobbyists, academics, students, and professionals to create and customize robots using affordable, reusable components, bridging the gap between low-cost DIY projects and high-end industrial equipment. The platform offers industrial-grade precision and power, fostering innovation across various industries such as manufacturing, education, engineering, and consumer robotics.

Optimus Ride

Seed Round in 2016
Optimus Ride is a self-driving vehicle company located in Boston, Massachusetts, focused on developing technologies that promote efficient, sustainable, and equitable mobility systems. As a spinoff from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, the company leverages over 30 years of interdisciplinary research in self-driving technologies, electric vehicles, and Mobility-on-Demand Systems. Optimus Ride specializes in creating self-driving technology systems tailored for geofenced environments, utilizing innovations in complex sensor fusion, mapping, computer vision, and machine learning. The company's expertise is further enhanced by a team with extensive industrial and entrepreneurial experience in manufacturing robots, urban design, and shared vehicle fleet management, allowing it to offer versatile transportation solutions that range from commercial vessel operations to transit options.

area17

Seed Round in 2016
Area17, Inc. specializes in developing advanced vision systems for drones, enabling them to navigate collision-free in challenging environments such as unstructured, GPS-denied indoor spaces and urban settings, without the need for operator supervision. Founded in 2015 and based in Menlo Park, California, the company employs a combination of commodity sensors, processors, and a sophisticated software stack that supports essential functions like collision avoidance, obstacle detection, and simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM). The technology is rooted in research initially conducted by SRI International for the Department of Defense. Area17's team comprises experts in computer vision, robotics, and consumer electronics, who collectively bring extensive experience from notable organizations and projects within both commercial and government sectors.

Canvas Technology

Seed Round in 2016
Canvas Technology, Inc. is a robotics company that specializes in designing and developing mobile robotic technology for factories and warehouses. Founded in 2015 and based in Boulder, Colorado, the company focuses on providing end-to-end autonomous delivery solutions for goods. Canvas Technology offers a range of products, including carts, pallets, forklifts, and boxes, which are designed to operate safely and efficiently in both indoor and outdoor environments. As of April 2019, Canvas Technology operates as a subsidiary of Amazon.com, Inc.

Sapho

Series A in 2016
Sapho, Inc., a subsidiary of Citrix Systems, Inc., is headquartered in San Bruno, California, and specializes in enhancing employee productivity through its enterprise workforce portal. Founded in 2014, the company leverages micro-apps to deliver personalized and relevant tasks and data to employees across various platforms, including devices, intranets, and messaging systems. These micro-apps, which are developed by IT using pre-built templates and a user-friendly drag-and-drop builder, facilitate proactive notifications about critical system data, necessary actions, and important changes that require attention. By streamlining access to actionable information, Sapho enables employees to work more efficiently and make informed decisions.

LitBit

Series A in 2016
LitBit, Co. is a technology company founded in 2013 and based in San Jose, California. It specializes in providing a cloud-based data center platform designed to facilitate the development and deployment of new hardware devices and software applications. The company focuses on next-generation converged infrastructure solutions tailored for emerging markets. LitBit's technology offers tools that enable users to manage devices, generate alerts and reports, and utilize machine learning for data analysis. This empowers clients to enhance their knowledge management and improve intelligence and productivity within their operations.

Cargomatic

Series A in 2016
Cargomatic, Inc. is a technology-driven transportation platform that connects shippers with pre-screened carriers in real-time, primarily serving the short-haul and drayage trucking markets. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Venice, California, Cargomatic facilitates an on-demand network for local truck availability, allowing shippers to submit loads and quickly find nearby trucks to meet their logistics needs. Since its launch in early 2014, the company has successfully supported tens of thousands of deliveries across California, Chicago, and metropolitan New York. By streamlining communication and reducing the reliance on traditional booking methods, Cargomatic enhances service levels, improves pick-up times and delivery rates, and enables customers to manage their outsourced transportation vendors more effectively through a single platform.

Luminist

Seed Round in 2016
Luminist, Inc. is a biomedical company focused on developing a diagnostic platform aimed at the early detection and diagnosis of liver disease. Established in 2015 and located in Newark, California, Luminist operates as a subsidiary of DiscernDx. The company's innovative platform leverages data-driven methodologies to transform biochemical data into essential health information. This enables healthcare providers to deliver comprehensive insights regarding liver diseases and cancer screening through a single diagnostic test, enhancing patient care and facilitating timely medical intervention.

Camp Six

Seed Round in 2016
Camp Six Labs, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in the development of flying robots designed for the cleaning and maintenance of wind turbine blades. In addition to its focus on aerial maintenance solutions, Camp Six also offers 3D printing services aimed at the construction industry. The company employs advanced metal lattice printing technology to efficiently create large structures, breaking down products into a mesh of individual structural components. By leveraging user-friendly features and generative design techniques, Camp Six enables solar developers to streamline the design, development, and manufacturing processes, significantly reducing project costs and time to market.

Arterys

Series A in 2016
Arterys Inc. is a pioneering company in the field of medical imaging analytics, focused on transforming healthcare through advanced radiology solutions. Established in 2007 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in Calgary, Canada, and Paris, France, Arterys offers a web-based, AI-powered platform that is FDA-cleared and designed to enhance patient care. Its suite of products includes Cardio AI for cardiac magnetic resonance image analysis, Lung AI for lung imaging, Liver AI for liver imaging, and Chest/MSK AI, which automates the detection of various conditions such as fractures and pulmonary nodules. Additionally, the Arterys PHI Service allows physicians to access patient data remotely. The platform's innovative technology enables radiologists to visualize and quantify blood flow in the human body, facilitating improved diagnostic capabilities and clinical decision-making.

Trnql

Venture Round in 2016
Trnql is a company that designs and develops a mobile intelligence platform focused on enhancing app engagement by understanding users' external environments. Founded in 2015 by Nazmul Idris and Lawrence Kosick and based in Palo Alto, California, Trnql's technology synthesizes sensor data to enable applications to become contextually aware. This capability allows app publishers to refine their marketing strategies, messaging, and user interface and experience, leading to more relevant and engaging interactions for users. By facilitating the creation of applications tailored to various contexts—such as locations, social interactions, and environmental conditions—Trnql helps integrate digital experiences seamlessly into users' daily lives.

VIMOC Technologies

Seed Round in 2016
VIMOC Technologies, Inc. is a technology company based in Mountain View, California, that specializes in developing a wireless vehicle parking detection and management system. Founded in 2012, the company utilizes artificial intelligence and Internet of Things (IoT) technology to analyze sensory data collected from cameras. This data is used to detect the occupancy of parked vehicles and offers valuable insights for city officials, businesses, and the public. VIMOC's solutions are geared towards enhancing mobility, safety, and infrastructure management, providing a comprehensive platform that facilitates informed decision-making in urban environments.

Savioke

Series A in 2016
Savioke, Inc. is a company based in Sunnyvale, California, that develops, produces, and deploys autonomous robots designed to assist in the services industry. Founded in 2013 by a team of expert robotics engineers, Savioke's flagship product, Relay, is an innovative delivery robot that operates autonomously in busy human environments such as hotels, residential buildings, industrial settings, and healthcare facilities. The Relay robot enhances productivity and customer satisfaction by efficiently delivering items in these environments. Built on the open-source Robot Operating System (ROS), Savioke's technology aims to improve operational efficiency across various markets and applications.

Edison Labs

Seed Round in 2016
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Wholeshare

Seed Round in 2015
Wholeshare is an online marketplace that specializes in sustainable and organic food, enabling consumers across the United States to access these products at wholesale prices through group purchasing. Recognized for its innovative approach, Wholeshare seeks to address the limited availability of natural food supermarkets like Whole Foods, which serve only a small portion of the population. By allowing members to shop collectively, Wholeshare connects them with natural food distributors and local food hubs, effectively solving distribution challenges and providing access to a diverse range of products. The company recently expanded its offerings to include 25,000 products nationally through a partnership with a leading natural food distributor, experiencing significant sales growth as a result. This model not only enhances purchasing power but also meets the rising demand for sustainable food, estimated to exceed $100 billion annually.

Betable

Venture Round in 2015
Betable Limited is a pioneering platform that enables game developers to legally integrate real-money gambling into their mobile and social games. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in London, with an additional office in San Francisco, the company is licensed by the United Kingdom Gambling Commission and Alderney Gambling Control Commission. Betable provides a suite of services, including security measures, fraud protection, and player verification, to ensure safe and responsible gaming experiences. Its technology allows developers to convert traditional mobile social games into real-money gambling titles without incurring substantial licensing costs or sacrificing control over their creations. Through its innovative approach, Betable supports developers in navigating the complexities of real-money gaming compliance and legality.

Epic

Series B in 2015
Epic! Creations Inc. is an online subscription service that provides a wide range of children's literature for kids aged 12 and under. The company operates a digital reading platform that includes read-to-me books, audiobooks, educational videos, and interactive quizzes. By collaborating with prominent publishers like HarperCollins, Macmillan, and National Geographic Kids, Epic allows children to explore various topics in a fun and engaging environment. The platform is accessible on the web as well as through iOS and Android devices, making it easy for young readers to discover and share content that aligns with their interests. Founded in 2013 and based in Redwood City, California, Epic aims to foster a love of reading and learning among children worldwide.

Arterys

Series A in 2015
Arterys Inc. is a pioneering company in the field of medical imaging analytics, focused on transforming healthcare through advanced radiology solutions. Established in 2007 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in Calgary, Canada, and Paris, France, Arterys offers a web-based, AI-powered platform that is FDA-cleared and designed to enhance patient care. Its suite of products includes Cardio AI for cardiac magnetic resonance image analysis, Lung AI for lung imaging, Liver AI for liver imaging, and Chest/MSK AI, which automates the detection of various conditions such as fractures and pulmonary nodules. Additionally, the Arterys PHI Service allows physicians to access patient data remotely. The platform's innovative technology enables radiologists to visualize and quantify blood flow in the human body, facilitating improved diagnostic capabilities and clinical decision-making.

OpsClarity

Series A in 2015
OpsClarity, Inc. is a performance monitoring solution provider specializing in operational data services for data center and cloud environments. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, OpsClarity assists DevOps and engineering teams in visualizing, understanding, and troubleshooting complex, distributed applications and infrastructures. The company’s advanced monitoring platform offers end-to-end visibility into application infrastructure and data pipelines, particularly for streaming applications. By enabling the identification of performance bottlenecks within microservices-based architectures, OpsClarity helps enterprises minimize downtime, optimize application performance, and enhance the quality of service for end-users. The company operates as a subsidiary of Lightbend, Inc. and is staffed by professionals with experience from major technology firms such as Yahoo, eBay, Facebook, Twitter, and Google.

Osaro

Seed Round in 2015
Osaro, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing artificial intelligence software aimed at automating manual picking and assembly tasks in distribution centers and manufacturing environments. Founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, California, Osaro's solutions integrate advanced machine learning and vision-based technology to enhance the efficiency of robotic systems. The software is designed to automatically process complex, unstructured data, enabling machines to learn and adapt in real-time, thereby improving decision-making capabilities. By enhancing the intelligence and adaptability of machines, Osaro aims to increase industrial productivity while allowing human workers to concentrate on more complex tasks, ultimately contributing to a safer workplace and more resilient supply chains.

NStack

Angel Round in 2015
Nstack is a data science automation platform that connects various data sources, predictive models, and internal tools to enhance customer value. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in London, with an additional office in San Francisco, the company enables data scientists to efficiently deploy Python models and construct analytics workflows within minutes. By providing a suite of predictive models and seamless integrations, Nstack facilitates rapid experimentation and action-taking, streamlining the process for users to leverage data effectively.

Talech

Series B in 2015
Talech Inc. is a software company based in Palo Alto, California, that specializes in point-of-sale solutions for small merchants, particularly in the retail and restaurant sectors. Established in 2012, Talech offers a cloud-based software platform that enables users to take orders, manage inventory, and run promotions through discounts. The system also provides functionalities for tracking employee hours and managing cash drawers, along with generating detailed reports on sales and transaction trends. Talech's software integrates seamlessly with various hardware, including iPads, card readers, printers, cash drawers, and barcode scanners, allowing merchants to capture customer information at the point of sale and accept multiple payment types. As a subsidiary of ELAVON, INC., Talech aims to enhance operational efficiency and provide deep insights to help small businesses thrive.

Cargomatic

Series A in 2015
Cargomatic, Inc. is a technology-driven transportation platform that connects shippers with pre-screened carriers in real-time, primarily serving the short-haul and drayage trucking markets. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Venice, California, Cargomatic facilitates an on-demand network for local truck availability, allowing shippers to submit loads and quickly find nearby trucks to meet their logistics needs. Since its launch in early 2014, the company has successfully supported tens of thousands of deliveries across California, Chicago, and metropolitan New York. By streamlining communication and reducing the reliance on traditional booking methods, Cargomatic enhances service levels, improves pick-up times and delivery rates, and enables customers to manage their outsourced transportation vendors more effectively through a single platform.

Layer

Series B in 2015
Layer, Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, specializing in the development of an open communications layer platform for the Internet. Founded in 2011, Layer enables developers to integrate rich messaging, voice, and video capabilities into their applications. The company's offerings include Atlas, a customizable UI kit designed for enhancing messaging features, as well as software development kits (SDKs) for both iOS and Android platforms. Additionally, Layer provides a Client API that allows browser-based applications to incorporate chat and communication services, along with a Platform API that facilitates the automation, extension, and integration of these services with other applications. Through its innovative tools, Layer aims to enhance customer interaction for businesses by improving communication between companies and their clients.

Betabrand

Series C in 2015
Betabrand is a clothing company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2010. It designs and manufactures apparel for men and women, including pants, shirts, hoodies, jackets, tees, shorts, sweaters, denim, tops, outerwear, skirts, dresses, work wear, shoes, socks, and bags. Betabrand operates primarily as an online retailer and is known for its crowdfunded approach to releasing new products designed by a global community of enthusiasts. The company frequently introduces new items through daily live stream shows, offering a variety of cuts and colors in categories such as yoga pants, activewear, and professional attire.

Canvas Technology

Seed Round in 2015
Canvas Technology, Inc. is a robotics company that specializes in designing and developing mobile robotic technology for factories and warehouses. Founded in 2015 and based in Boulder, Colorado, the company focuses on providing end-to-end autonomous delivery solutions for goods. Canvas Technology offers a range of products, including carts, pallets, forklifts, and boxes, which are designed to operate safely and efficiently in both indoor and outdoor environments. As of April 2019, Canvas Technology operates as a subsidiary of Amazon.com, Inc.

Hiku Labs

Series A in 2015
Hiku Labs, Inc. is a technology company based in San Jose, California, that specializes in simplifying the grocery shopping experience through its innovative mobile application. The Hiku app allows users to create and share grocery lists effortlessly by recognizing both barcodes and voice commands, enabling items to be added instantly without the need for manual input. This user-friendly approach transforms grocery shopping into a more modern and engaging task. Available on both the App Store and Google Play, Hiku Labs aims to streamline the process of organizing shopping lists, making it easier for users to manage their grocery needs efficiently.

Xockets

Venture Round in 2015
Xockets Inc. is a technology company based in San Jose, California, specializing in hardware and software acceleration solutions for big data processing. Founded in 2012, the company develops tools for managing unstructured data and offers software-defined storage infrastructure and data center solutions. Its product lineup includes the XIMM, a DDR3 memory module designed to fit in standard server memory slots, and the Xockets architecture, which connects and configures hardware for specific applications without altering the underlying software. This cooperative-compute acceleration architecture provides a computational memory fabric that significantly reduces the server and power resources typically required for robust data processing. Xockets graduated from the Alchemist Accelerator in January 2013, indicating its commitment to innovation in the field.

Yozio

Series A in 2015
Yozio, Inc. is a company that specializes in providing an Organic Mobile Growth Platform designed for mobile teams seeking to enhance user acquisition and engagement through organic channels. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Yozio combines application measurement tools, best practices, and benchmarks from successful companies into a comprehensive SaaS solution. This platform enables users to track and activate new customers via various organic methods, including email, SMS, social media, and web platforms. Yozio serves a diverse clientele, including application publishers and businesses in the commerce, retail, and media sectors, helping them achieve significant increases in mobile app installs and activations while minimizing costs associated with paid acquisition strategies.

Findera

Series A in 2015
Findera is a company founded in 2017 that specializes in providing growth tools for mobile applications. It leverages data science and analytics to enhance marketing efforts for mobile marketers. The company's offerings include mobile conversion tracking software designed for social sharing and marketing campaigns, as well as viral tuning products and an analytics platform tailored for various mobile applications. By focusing on these innovative solutions, Findera enables developers to effectively grow their mobile apps and optimize their marketing strategies.

ShoCard

Seed Round in 2015
ShoCard, Inc. is a company that specializes in digital identity verification through a mobile application. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, ShoCard offers a secure identity verification system that employs advanced technologies such as public/private key encryption, data hashing, out-of-band communication, data matching, and two-factor authentication. This innovative approach aims to empower individuals, businesses, and governments by facilitating the secure establishment, verification, and exchange of identity information while ensuring consumer privacy. The system is designed to be user-friendly, comparable to presenting a driver's license, and is robust enough to meet the security requirements of financial institutions. As of March 2020, ShoCard operates as a subsidiary of Ping Identity Corporation.

Zipline

Series A in 2015
Zipline Inc. is a California-based company that specializes in the design, manufacture, and operation of drones for delivering essential medical supplies. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Half Moon Bay, the company aims to ensure that every individual has immediate access to vital medical products, including vaccines, medicines, and blood. Zipline operates a sophisticated autonomous logistics network, utilizing proprietary fixed-wing drones to facilitate rapid deliveries to hospitals and health centers, particularly in remote areas. The company not only designs and tests its drones but also assembles the technology that underpins its distribution capabilities, thereby enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of medical supply delivery.

Freestyle Software

Venture Round in 2015
Freestyle is a software for Non-Photorealistic Line Drawing rendering from 3D scenes. It is designed as a programmable interface to allow maximum control over the style of the final drawing: the user "programs" how the silhouettes and other feature lines from the 3D model should be turned into stylized strokes using a set of programmable operators dedicated to style description. It was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Palo Alto, California.

Gobble

Series A in 2015
Gobble Inc. is an online marketplace based in Palo Alto, California, that specializes in delivering gourmet meal kits designed for quick preparation. Founded in 2010, the company provides chef-curated meals that can be prepared in just 15 minutes, combining the convenience of takeout with the quality and freshness of home-cooked food. Gobble emphasizes the use of fresh, locally sourced ingredients, enabling customers to create nutritious and flavorful dishes easily. Its offerings cater to a variety of dietary preferences, including global cuisines, low-calorie options, vegetarian recipes, and kid-friendly meals. In addition to dinner, Gobble also provides meal options for breakfast, lunch, sides, and desserts. The company has expanded its operations across 47 states and maintains offices in California, Pennsylvania, and Toronto, with a mission to help families spend less time in the kitchen and more time together at the table.

Sano

Seed Round in 2015
Sano is focused on developing a small, wearable sensor capable of continuously capturing and transmitting blood chemistry data to various devices. The company is creating a transdermal biosensor patch that measures interstitial fluid in the skin's outer layer, enabling continuous glucose monitoring. This technology is complemented by a mobile application that empowers users to make informed decisions regarding their diet and exercise. By liberating blood chemistry data to a third-party development and analytical platform, Sano aims to enhance individual health management and promote healthier lifestyle choices.

Trusted Insight

Series A in 2015
Trusted Insight is an online investment network that connects institutional investors with curated information and resources related to alternative assets. Established in 2010 by Alex Bangash, the platform boasts over 140,000 members who manage more than $18 trillion in assets, with approximately 30,000 institutional investors interacting with the network weekly. Trusted Insight offers a range of services, including news updates, job listings, rankings, and both online and offline events, creating a forum for investment professionals to share insights and stay informed about trends in private equity, hedge funds, real estate, and private companies. With offices in New York City and San Francisco, Trusted Insight has become a rapidly growing and trusted source for alternative investment information.

DataTorrent

Series B in 2015
DataTorrent Inc. is a real-time Big Data analytics company based in San Jose, California, founded in 2012. The company specializes in a stream processing platform designed to facilitate the ingestion, transformation, and analysis of various data types in real-time, enabling businesses to extract valuable insights for immediate decision-making. Its principal offering, DataTorrent RTS, allows users to build and deploy production applications quickly and efficiently. DataTorrent also provides a suite of applications for payment fraud prevention, as well as a marketplace called DataTorrent AppFactory, which features big data streaming analytics use cases and reference architectures. The company's solutions cater to diverse industries including finance, energy, advertising technology, retail, healthcare, and telecommunications. Services offered encompass design, proof-of-concept, development, deployment, and ongoing support to optimize client operations. DataTorrent was formerly known as Malhar, Inc. before rebranding in July 2013.

Pepperdata

Series B in 2015
Pepperdata, Inc. is a software company based in Sunnyvale, California, founded in 2012. It specializes in optimizing big data performance for enterprises by providing a platform that enhances visibility, capacity, and predictability for critical applications running on Hadoop clusters. Pepperdata's software tracks real-time resource usage, including CPU, memory, and disk, enabling clients to efficiently manage their existing infrastructure and run more jobs without the need for application changes. The company offers a suite of solutions, including Query Spotlight, which analyzes cluster resource usage and identifies limitations. With its expertise in cloud cost optimization, Pepperdata delivers dynamic, real-time cost savings for environments such as Amazon EMR and EKS. Its technology is grounded in a decade of engineering experience from experts at notable tech companies, ensuring optimal performance in complex data environments. Pepperdata's clientele includes major enterprises like Citibank, T-Mobile, and Autodesk, reflecting its capability to handle some of the largest and most demanding data infrastructures.

Lumo Bodytech

Series B in 2015
Lumo Bodytech, founded in 2011 and based in Mountain View, California, develops a technology platform that uses smart sensors and software to optimize human performance and address biomechanics through real-time tracking of body movement. The company offers products such as the Lumo Lift posture coach and activity tracker, and the Lumo Run sensor, which measures and coaches users on running form. Additionally, Lumo provides the Lumo MotionScience platform that delivers feedback on human movement. These products are sold online, through other online retailers in the United States, international distribution partners, and professional business retailers.

Boostable

Seed Round in 2015
Boostable, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company founded in 2013 that operates an online marketplace enabling sellers to preview and launch their ads. The company provides a cooperative digital advertising solution designed for ecommerce marketplaces, retailers, and platforms, allowing them to offer digital advertising as a service. Boostable's innovative model focuses on the strategic sharing of costs, data, and resources among companies, which enhances the efficiency and performance of digital ad campaigns. The leadership team at Boostable comprises experienced professionals from reputable digital advertising organizations, bringing expertise from companies such as Amazon, Facebook, MediaMath, Turn, and Merkle.

Fact0ry X

Seed Round in 2015
Fact0ry X is a San Francisco-based company that focuses on launching new businesses through innovative methodologies. It offers services such as prototype thinking, performance-based equity, and data-driven design to support the development of startups. Additionally, Fact0ry X conducts experiments aimed at redefining the relationship between companies, society, and individuals, fostering a more meaningful connection in the business landscape.

Trnql

Seed Round in 2015
Trnql is a company that designs and develops a mobile intelligence platform focused on enhancing app engagement by understanding users' external environments. Founded in 2015 by Nazmul Idris and Lawrence Kosick and based in Palo Alto, California, Trnql's technology synthesizes sensor data to enable applications to become contextually aware. This capability allows app publishers to refine their marketing strategies, messaging, and user interface and experience, leading to more relevant and engaging interactions for users. By facilitating the creation of applications tailored to various contexts—such as locations, social interactions, and environmental conditions—Trnql helps integrate digital experiences seamlessly into users' daily lives.

Osaro

Seed Round in 2015
Osaro, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing artificial intelligence software aimed at automating manual picking and assembly tasks in distribution centers and manufacturing environments. Founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, California, Osaro's solutions integrate advanced machine learning and vision-based technology to enhance the efficiency of robotic systems. The software is designed to automatically process complex, unstructured data, enabling machines to learn and adapt in real-time, thereby improving decision-making capabilities. By enhancing the intelligence and adaptability of machines, Osaro aims to increase industrial productivity while allowing human workers to concentrate on more complex tasks, ultimately contributing to a safer workplace and more resilient supply chains.

August Home

Series B in 2015
August Home Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing smart home access products, primarily through its flagship offering, the August Smart Lock. Founded in 2012 by designer Yves Behar and technology expert Jason Johnson, the company is headquartered in San Francisco, California. August Home's products utilize encrypted locking technology, allowing users to replace traditional keys with smartphones. This innovation enables homeowners to create virtual keys for various individuals such as house cleaners, dog walkers, and guests, and to manage access durations remotely via smartphones and computers. The company also features August Pro, a division focused on supporting professional smart home installers. August Home operates as a subsidiary of ASSA ABLOY AB, further enhancing its capabilities in the smart home market.

Thinair

Seed Round in 2015
ThinAir is a technology company that designs a platform for the detection and investigation of insider threats, effectively minimizing insider risk within organizations. It is a cloud-based SaaS product designed to address security problems impacting healthcare, finance, public sector, technology, and a host of other organizations.
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