National Basketball Association

The National Basketball Association (NBA) is the leading men's professional basketball league in North America and is recognized globally as the premier league in the sport. It operates not only the NBA but also the Women’s National Basketball Association and the NBA G League, fostering a comprehensive basketball ecosystem. The NBA has a significant international presence, broadcasting games in 215 countries and territories in 49 languages, and offering merchandise in over 125,000 stores across 100 countries. The league features a diverse roster, with numerous international players contributing to its global appeal. Through its digital platforms, including NBA TV, NBA.com, and the NBA App, the NBA engages millions of fans worldwide. Additionally, the NBA Cares initiative addresses social issues by collaborating with organizations focused on education, youth development, and health. This multifaceted approach not only enhances the sport's visibility but also promotes community involvement and support.

Scott Kaufman Ross

Senior Vice President, Head of Gaming and New Business Ventures

Daniel Tovbin

Investment Principal

20 past transactions

Springbok Analytics

Series A in 2025
Springbok Analytics offers an AI-powered software platform that transforms MRIs into three-dimensional analyses of muscle to enable true precision. Springbok Analytics' advanced imaging technology identifies and measures each individual muscle, providing data to scientists, physical therapists, athletic trainers, and physicians to evaluate muscle function in relation to performance and injury management. The technology has numerous applications, including injury management, performance enhancement, and the treatment of musculoskeletal conditions.

WristWrist

Grant in 2024
WristWrist is a self service online platform that manages admission at the event and also secure payment collection in a seamless way. It also make cashless payment smooth and faster through the usage of NFC wearable technology.

PowerToGirls

Grant in 2024
PowerToGirls is empower and encourage young girls and to help create an environment that fosters growth, leadership and economic freedom.

UBR

Grant in 2024
UBR is dedicated to providing an exceptional virtual experience and has a strong enthusiasm for gaming. The objective of UBR is to revolutionize the gaming industry and make virtual reality accessible to all. They present a distinctive and captivating approach to encourage collaboration, creativity, and enjoyment.

tix.africa

Grant in 2024
tix.africa is a self-service ticketing platform aimed at event creators, providing tools to streamline the event management process. The platform allows users to create and sell tickets online, manage admissions through mobile applications, and facilitate payments from attendees using RFID wristbands for offline transactions. By offering these features, tix.africa enables event organizers to enhance guest experiences while reducing operational costs and maximizing revenue potential. Additionally, the platform allows users to gather detailed data on event attendees, contributing to improved event planning and execution.

Buzza

Grant in 2024
Buzza is a sports management platform designed for organizations, communities, and enthusiasts. Buzza is dedicated to making sports management more accessible and hassle-free for sports organizations, communities, and enthusiasts. The company allows users to have an access to innovative tools for team management and fan engagement across 40+ sports.

Afriskaut

Grant in 2024
Afriskaut, a product of NaemoSports, operates a sports data analytics platform focused on football. It processes match videos to extract crucial data, providing stakeholders such as leagues, clubs, and agencies with a robust scouting tool to inform player recruitment decisions in Africa.

Hustlesasa

Grant in 2024
Hustle Sasa is a mobile-first platform designed to assist entrepreneurs in launching and growing their businesses, whether online or offline. The platform enables users to create and manage storefronts, seamlessly integrate with third-party payment providers, and handle orders across diverse channels. By offering an accessible and affordable e-commerce solution, Hustle Sasa empowers creators to transform their followers into customers, effectively engage and attract clientele, and manage their business operations efficiently. Through its mobile application, the company provides trusted tools and services that facilitate business development and enhance customer interaction.

Gara

Grant in 2024
Gara, promotes digital entertainment through culturally relevant games featuring local celebrities and adaptable payment systems, aiming to expand the reach and monetization of creative industries.

SALUBATA

Grant in 2024
SALUBATA is a company that specializes in innovative lifestyle technologies focused on sustainability. It manufactures modular shoes crafted from recycled plastic waste, specifically old plastic bottles. These shoes are designed to be lightweight and highly adaptive, which contributes to reducing muscle fatigue and lowering heart rates for users. SALUBATA's commitment to eco-friendly practices is highlighted by its globally patented carbon decomposition shoe technology, which is currently under research and development. Through its inventions, the company aims to create footwear solutions that benefit both individuals and the planet.

Vambo AI

Grant in 2024
Vambo AI is a technology company that specializes in AI-powered language solutions. It offers a platform that enables real-time translation, content creation, and language learning, promoting digital inclusion, particularly in Africa. The platform's AI tool allows users to communicate and access digital content in their native languages, including writing professional emails, essays, and social media posts, translating documents and text messages, and exploring the internet's vast knowledge base.

Videocites

Series B in 2023
Videocites is a pioneering company that has developed an AI-driven video tracking and analytics platform, which features a unique video-by-video search engine. This innovative technology utilizes an ultralight video fingerprint, capturing the visual properties of each frame in just 64 bits. This allows for comprehensive tracking of video content across the internet and various repositories, independent of scale, language, or even significant alterations to the video. Videocites' capabilities cater to diverse sectors including Media & Entertainment, Sports, Advertising, Homeland Security, and Enterprise, as well as applications in Smart Devices and other consumer markets. By providing detailed analytics on content exposure and distribution patterns, Videocites empowers content owners to enhance monetization opportunities and better understand viewer engagement with their video material.

STEM NOLA

Grant in 2022
STEM NOLA is an organization dedicated to providing engaging learning opportunities in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) for K-12 students, families, and communities. It designs and delivers a variety of educational programs, including both school-time and out-of-school activities, which are aimed at fostering a deep understanding and appreciation of STEM subjects. Through interactive, hands-on experiences, participants can enhance their knowledge and skills, building confidence in their abilities. STEM NOLA also collaborates with community-based groups, parent organizations, and businesses to expand its reach and impact, ultimately guiding students towards potential career paths in STEM fields.

Zigazoo

Series A in 2022
Zigazoo is a rapidly growing social media brand that focuses on making screen time healthier, safer, and more creative for children. Launched in 2020, its flagship app targets Generation Z and has evolved into the world's largest social network for Generation Alpha. Zigazoo encourages children and families to engage with prompts through short videos, creating an endless feed of educational and entertaining content. This interactive platform fosters healthy online relationships, promotes self-expression, and builds confidence in young users. Zigazoo has attracted a diverse range of top-tier creator talent, celebrities, and brands, reinforcing its position as a priority destination for family-oriented content. The company has garnered support from notable investors in the tech and entertainment sectors.

Nextiles

Seed Round in 2022
Nextiles is a New York-based company founded in 2019 that specializes in smart apparel technology aimed at enhancing exercise efficiency and safety. The company integrates motion sensors into athletic clothing using a unique sewing technology that weaves electrically conductive fibers, creating innovative fabric-based wearables. This approach allows for the conversion of traditional apparel into responsive devices that provide valuable insights into a person's movement. With expertise in electrical engineering and circuit design, Nextiles merges textiles with advanced hardware to develop new wearable platforms. The company's technology not only benefits individual consumers but also supports businesses seeking to create or enhance Internet of Things (IoT) and smart device products.

Aescape

Series A in 2022
Aescape, Inc., founded in 2017 and based in New York, is a technology company that specializes in creating data-driven massage therapy and wellness experiences. The company focuses on providing a holistic approach to physical wellness and recovery, catering to a wide range of individuals, from elite athletes to fitness beginners. Aescape employs advanced robotics and artificial intelligence to automate soft tissue treatments, offering personalized wellness solutions that enhance daily living. By integrating cutting-edge research with a user-friendly interface, the company aims to address industry challenges, such as labor shortages, by providing scalable, dependable support tools for massage therapists and athletic trainers. Through its innovative technology, Aescape seeks to foster a deeper connection between users and their bodies, ultimately promoting better health and well-being.

YouthForce NOLA

Grant in 2021
youthForce NOLA is an education, business, and civic collaborative that prepares New Orleans public school students for successful pursuit of high-wage, high-demand career pathways and facilitates systems change to ensure equitable outcomes.

Hyperice

Series A in 2020
Hyperice Inc. is a recovery and movement enhancement technology company based in Irvine, California, founded in 2010. It specializes in manufacturing portable devices that utilize vibration, percussion, and thermal technology to aid in injury recovery and improve physical performance. The product lineup includes various innovative tools such as the Vyper, a vibrating fitness roller; Venom, a portable heat and vibration device; and the Hypersphere, a vibrating massage ball. Hyperice also offers specialized kits like the Stealth Kit and Hyper Fit Kit, as well as topical solutions like Hypersoothe, which features essential oils for muscle relief. The company’s offerings extend to ice compression devices, such as the Hyperice Knee and Hyperice Back, alongside accessories like Hyperice Fuel, a reusable synthetic ice product. Hyperice's technology is utilized by athletes in professional and collegiate settings worldwide, reflecting its commitment to enhancing recovery time and promoting efficient movement. The company operates additional locations across various countries, including Australia, Canada, and several European nations.

Fnatic

Venture Round in 2017
Fnatic Ltd. is a prominent global esports entertainment brand, established in 2004 and headquartered in London, United Kingdom, with additional facilities in Belgrade, Serbia, and a professional gaming house in Cologne, Germany. The company operates professional video gaming teams that compete in various tournaments worldwide, training and sponsoring esports players to excel in competitive gaming. In addition to its team operations, Fnatic offers a range of gaming equipment, including keyboards, headsets, mice, and mousepads, as well as apparel and accessories, all available through its online platform. By focusing on enhancing esports performance and fostering connections between brands and youth culture, Fnatic has played a significant role in shaping the esports landscape into a dynamic and rapidly growing industry.

Employee Benefit Systems

Acquisition in 2000
EBS is a collection of supplemental insurance policies created to fill in the gaps left by the Collective Bargaining Agreement's programs.
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