Mighty Buildings, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in the manufacture of custom houses using 3D printing technology. The company aims to disrupt the residential housing market by leveraging advanced automation, robotics, and composite materials to make housing more affordable. By focusing on modular construction, Mighty Buildings seeks to innovate the way homes are built, addressing challenges in the traditional construction industry. The company has garnered support from notable venture capital firms, reflecting its potential to transform the housing landscape.
Firefly Systems Inc., founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, California, specializes in street-level digital media through its innovative advertising platform. The company installs digital displays on rideshare vehicles and taxis, creating a unique out-of-home advertising network that leverages location-based technology and first-party data for precise audience targeting. Firefly's system enables the delivery of engaging, full-screen advertisements that are responsive to the surrounding environment, allowing brands to amplify their marketing efforts in real-time. By utilizing 4G and LTE cellular transmission, Firefly connects clients with flexible advertising solutions while providing measurable insights on campaign effectiveness and audience engagement.
Developer of an illustration platform designed to create anime games. The company develops AI-based games characterized by a no-compromise approach, enabling players to entertainment through visual arts.
Haiku exists to unify design and code: to power new creativity. We believe that better products happen with diverse teams. We believe that code & design are creative. We believe that unifying design & development can power creativity — and can create new things. We believe that design & code are more dynamic, more expressive, more efficient, and more creative — together.
Fondo is a company that specializes in providing an all-in-one accounting platform aimed at assisting new startups with their financial management. By offering services such as bookkeeping, tax filing, and various financial administrative operations including valuations, loans, and grants, Fondo enables founders to focus on growing their businesses. The platform not only streamlines financial tasks but also ensures compliance with state and federal regulations. By relieving founders of administrative burdens and providing essential financial data, Fondo supports them in making informed business decisions and building sustainable enterprises.
Proof Technologies, Inc. develops and offers software, which personalizes website according to the visitor. It provides notifications of real people taking action on the website. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Austin, Texas.
Firefly Systems Inc., founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, California, specializes in street-level digital media through its innovative advertising platform. The company installs digital displays on rideshare vehicles and taxis, creating a unique out-of-home advertising network that leverages location-based technology and first-party data for precise audience targeting. Firefly's system enables the delivery of engaging, full-screen advertisements that are responsive to the surrounding environment, allowing brands to amplify their marketing efforts in real-time. By utilizing 4G and LTE cellular transmission, Firefly connects clients with flexible advertising solutions while providing measurable insights on campaign effectiveness and audience engagement.
Molly is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, that has developed a web-based platform designed to centralize information from various online profiles into one accessible location. The platform features an interactive "ask me anything" (AMA) capability, allowing users to seek answers about individuals. Responses are aggregated from diverse sources, including Medium, Twitter, and Instagram, facilitating a comprehensive understanding of the person in question. By cross-pollinating information, Molly enhances the user experience by making relevant data easily retrievable and organized.
Torch is a leadership development platform with integrated coaching, software, and feedback to raise high performers to the next level. It was founded by a team of executive coaches and experienced psychologists who are passionate about helping senior leaders perform at their highest level. Torch is on a mission to empower leaders to build high growth, high-performance cultures by building the awareness and skills required to manage and lead effectively. Our proven model blends human intelligence and digital technology to accelerate talent development and deliver measurable leadership outcomes.
BillionToOne Inc. develops a genetic testing platform that detects and measures disease at the molecular level. It offers UNITY, a noninvasive prenatal screening that tests fetal cell-free DNA for cystic fibrosis and spinal muscular atrophy through a single sample of the mother's blood. The company serves doctors and expecting mothers. BillionToOne Inc. was incorporated in 2016 and is based in Menlo Park, California.
Compute Software, Inc. is a cloud cost optimization company based in Mountain View, California, founded in 2017. The company specializes in developing enterprise cloud infrastructure software that helps businesses maximize the value derived from their cloud usage. Its solutions provide unified cost optimization management, offering actionable recommendations that enable enterprises to lower cloud costs, enhance performance, and improve engineering productivity. By simplifying infrastructure choices, Compute Software aims to streamline cloud workload and application management, ultimately allowing organizations to focus on achieving significant cost savings and operational efficiency.
Jetpack, Inc. is a company that specializes in the online retail and delivery of both food and non-food products, focusing on nighttime service. Established in 2017 and headquartered in Stanford, California, the company primarily serves college students by providing essential consumer products on-demand. Jetpack aims to streamline convenience for its customers by ensuring that necessary items are readily available in real-time, thereby enhancing the overall shopping experience.
Node, recently acquired by SugarCRM, fuels Sugar's time-aware CX platform to help businesses by automatically forecasting expected outcomes and highlighting previously unforeseen challenges and opportunities. Extending Sugar’s time-aware CX platform, Node’s AI technology adds the most coveted element of time—the future. The combined solution offers wide-ranging capabilities for sales, marketing, and service teams. Node enables users of business applications to see into the future. Powered by Artificial Intuition™ technology, Node is the first turnkey AI-as-a-service platform focused on powering predictable business outcomes, which enterprises can use to quickly and seamlessly build advanced AI into both customer-facing and internal applications without investing years and millions of dollars on risky AI experiments. Applications powered by Node can deliver predictions that enable users to make smarter connections and decisions about how to engage with customers, employees, investors, and partners. Node was founded by Google's youngest employee, Falon Fatemi, and it's renowned technology team includes the Godfather of Search, Louis Monier who created Alta Vista, and Michael Radovancevich former CTO of Taleo and OpenX. Node is backed by Mark Cuban, NEA, Avalon Ventures, and JetBlue Technology Ventures.
BloomAPI Inc. is a Seattle-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in developing software for processing medical records. The firm offers free software installations for medical practices, enabling them to securely and electronically release patient records. BloomAPI aims to democratize access to healthcare data by promoting interoperability among electronic medical records (EMRs). The company focuses on facilitating connections between patients, healthcare providers, and payers, striving to eliminate data monopolies that limit the sharing of information for competitive purposes. Through its initiatives, BloomAPI seeks to simplify healthcare technology and enhance the overall accessibility of medical data.
Cambridge Cancer Genomics Limited offers diagnostics tests for cancer patients using liquid biopsy, artificial intelligence, and genomics. It uses artificial neural networks and machine learning algorithms to design personalized tests for tracking treatment response in patients. The company enables cancer clinics, academic institutes, biotech startups, and pharmaceutical companies to make use of the tools and therapies. Cambridge Cancer Genomics Limited was incorporated in 2017 and is based in Cambridge, United Kingdom.
Skyways is creating a new form of transportation to advance our civilization. The company's focus in the immediate future is on cargo transportation with the idea to then fund a new personal air transportation vehicle that will be operated as a service. Skyways has a big focus on software to enable full autonomy and large scale fleet operations.
Skyways was founded in 2017, is YC-backed and is headquartered in Austin, Texas.
Skyways is creating a new form of transportation to advance our civilization. The company's focus in the immediate future is on cargo transportation with the idea to then fund a new personal air transportation vehicle that will be operated as a service. Skyways has a big focus on software to enable full autonomy and large scale fleet operations.
Skyways was founded in 2017, is YC-backed and is headquartered in Austin, Texas.
Py is a mobile app focused on teaching coding skills across various programming languages, including JavaScript, Swift, Python, and HTML/CSS. The platform also offers courses in diverse subjects such as humanities, sciences, and English grammar, utilizing creative methods like board games, programmable robots, and gamified learning experiences to engage learners of all ages. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, Py aims to transform the learning experience in the tech space. In 2019, Py was acquired by Hired, a career marketplace that connects tech talent with innovative companies. Additionally, Py has developed a technical assessment platform designed to evaluate candidates through practical tests in building applications and machine learning models, allowing organizations to make hiring decisions based on skills rather than resumes.
Parabol, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing an open-source meeting application tailored for remote and agile teams. Founded in 2015 and based in Alhambra, California, Parabol enables distributed teams to conduct meetings and retrospective sessions effectively, fostering collaboration regardless of location or time zone. The platform facilitates real-time or asynchronous interactions, allowing teams to generate automatic insights about their performance from online collaboration activities. Meeting notes and tasks are automatically compiled into summaries, which are shared with team members and stakeholders. Parabol also integrates with other tools like Jira, Confluence, GitHub, and Slack, enhancing productivity by streamlining workflows. Additionally, the application analyzes meeting data to provide valuable insights into team dynamics, helping organizations identify challenges and improve overall performance.
Jerry is an AI-driven financial service startup that assists American families in negotiating loans and insurance. The company focuses on identifying potential savings on fixed costs, such as subscriptions for insurance and loans, and handles the negotiation process on behalf of its members to secure better rates and streamline paperwork, allowing for automatic savings. Jerry's platform simplifies the management of various financial aspects, including car insurance and refinancing car loans, while also providing transparency regarding maintenance and repair costs. The service is offered at no cost to its members.
XIX.AI, Inc. specializes in biometric identity solutions for web applications, focusing on enhancing user authentication while prioritizing privacy and security. Their flagship product, Entry, allows users to log into various web applications using facial recognition technology via standard web cameras on laptops and desktops. This innovative approach provides a streamlined user experience, eliminating the need for traditional passwords and multi-factor authentication methods. By leveraging biometric authentication, Entry effectively helps organizations mitigate risks associated with account takeover attacks, credential breaches, phishing, and password spraying. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, California, XIX.AI aims to redefine identity verification in the digital landscape.
Armory, Inc. is an enterprise software company based in San Mateo, California, that specializes in continuous delivery solutions. Founded in 2016, the company commercializes the open-source deployment platform, Spinnaker, which was originally developed by Netflix and Google. Armory offers several key products, including Hosted Spinnaker, a cloud-based management solution that enhances user management and deployment analytics; Armory Deploy, which allows users to set up a production-ready Spinnaker environment on-premises; and Armory Elevate, a tool designed to identify and prevent problematic deployments. The platform supports deployment to various cloud environments, including AWS, GCP, and Azure, enabling organizations to automate and manage software delivery at scale while ensuring reliability and security.
Rippling is a human resource management company that streamlines various employee-related processes, including payroll, benefits, device management, and application access. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, Rippling offers a platform that automates manual tasks, such as the onboarding of new hires. In a matter of 90 seconds, businesses can set up or disable employee payroll, health insurance, and access to essential third-party applications like Gmail, Microsoft Office, and Slack. By unifying all employee systems, Rippling effectively reduces administrative burdens, allowing organizations to focus on their core activities.
YotaScale, Inc. provides cloud cost management solutions that helps organizations optimize and manage their public cloud resources. It provides infrastructure performance management domain that leverages machine learning to optimize cloud infrastructure. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Menlo Park, California.
FunnelBeam is a company based in the United States that specializes in developing machine learning algorithms designed to enhance sales effectiveness. By capturing leads and generating machine models from historical sales data, FunnelBeam enables organizations to create tailored sales strategies. The company offers AI-driven account-based sales tools that provide deep insights into prospects and accounts, allowing for data enrichment and advanced analytics. This approach helps clients identify key prospects, personalize their outreach, and ultimately convert leads more efficiently. FunnelBeam's technology aims to increase revenue and improve overall organizational performance by integrating with existing systems to leverage strategic data for targeted engagement.
ObEN, Inc. is an artificial intelligence company based in Pasadena, California, founded in 2014. It specializes in developing speech technology that allows Internet of Things devices, including robots, to communicate in various voices and languages. The company's voice synthesis technology captures a voiceprint to create a voice model capable of predicting and applying voice to any content in multiple languages. Additionally, ObEN is building a decentralized AI platform for intelligent avatars, which enables users to create 3D representations that resemble their appearance and behavior. This technology operates on a secure blockchain framework, allowing users to manage their own Personal AI (PAI) securely. ObEN has formed strategic partnerships with various organizations, enhancing its technology and outreach.
Pinn operates a retail payment platform. It was formerly known as DebitForward. The company is based in the United States.
YouWorld connects global brands, retailers and on-trip service providers with Chinese outbound travelers. The company works with cross-border platforms such as WeChat and AliPay, as well as a network of travel and lifestyle apps, to deliver curated brand content. Its lead product, the YouWorld Service Platform (YWSP), is a content management and data tracking system that harnesses the reach of YouWorld’s omnichannel partners to drive foot traffic to brick-and-mortar retail and tourism businesses. The company was founded in 2016 and has offices in Pasadena, California and Shenzhen, China.
Vina, Inc. focuses on creating technology products aimed at connecting, celebrating, and empowering women. The company's primary offerings include a social networking platform that allows users to chat, post content, take quizzes, and share photos, fostering a space for women to connect and support each other. Additionally, Vina is the creator of LadyBrag.com, a website designed to encourage women to recognize and celebrate their achievements. The platform primarily serves women in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, California, Vina aims to enhance women's networking experiences and promote empowerment through community engagement.
Nomiku Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in manufacturing immersion circulators designed for home cooks. Founded in 2012, Nomiku gained prominence through a highly successful Kickstarter campaign for its inaugural product, the Nomiku Immersion Circulator. The company has since expanded its offerings to include a second product, touted as the smallest and most powerful sous vide device available, which is complemented by a companion app. Nomiku aims to empower individuals to prepare high-quality meals in their homes, believing that with the right tools, everyone has the potential to be a great cook. Today, its products are utilized in numerous homes and restaurants worldwide.
Supply designs wirelss charging technology that remotely powers devices from a distance. In contrast to traditional induction-charging mats, Supply wireless transmits power at longer ranges similar to Wi-Fi.
invi Inc. develops invi, a replacement texting application for Android that sends SMS and MMS to anyone in users’ contacts. The company’s application allows users to send send images, videos, GIFS, memes, and stickers from mobile to mobile. Its application also integrates various types of media directly into user’s chat; allows users to watch YouTube while texting; provides Web link previews; and enables users to share content to other applications on their phones. invi Inc. was founded in 2012 and is based in Palo Alto, California.
Weft, Inc. is a global logistics data company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, that specializes in providing real-time asset intelligence to enhance supply chain operations. Established in 2013 and operating as a subsidiary of Genscape, Inc., Weft integrates various tracking technologies, including Wi-Fi, BLE, GPS, satellite, and GPRS, to offer insights into logistics processes. The company's platform allows users to monitor and manage their assets, setting alerts for conditions such as location, temperature, and vibrations. By leveraging predictive analytics, Weft helps shippers anticipate potential bottlenecks by analyzing current locations and planned routes against historical data, enabling proactive adjustments to improve delivery timelines. The platform is accessible through web and mobile applications, and it collaborates with ERP providers, telecommunications companies, and logistics firms to extend its reach and capabilities within the industry.
Connect Software Corporation offers a location-based messaging application designed to enhance communication and connectivity among friends. The app aggregates check-ins and geo-located posts from various social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Foursquare. Users can share their current activities, make plans, and stay informed about friends' whereabouts in real time. The platform also facilitates various forms of communication, allowing users to reach out to friends through chat, calls, emails, or messages across multiple networks. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Connect aims to simplify social interactions by providing a centralized tool for users to engage with their social circles.
QuikForce is a logistics start-up located at the Harvard Innovation Lab, founded by graduate students from prestigious institutions including Harvard, MIT, Princeton, and Boston University. The company offers an online platform designed to simplify the moving process by connecting clients with suitable moving companies through the use of data analysis and machine-learning algorithms. QuikForce aims to alleviate the stress associated with moving by providing detailed cost and time estimates directly to clients' inboxes. The company is currently experiencing rapid growth in the greater Boston area, where it seeks to enhance the moving experience for its customers.
PhysioCue is a medical device company that has developed anti-hypertensive and migraine/headache medical devices which have been clinically proven to immediately reduce the high blood pressure of hypertensive patients and shown to relieve migraine/headache pain. These devices are non-invasive and work by controlled cold therapy to trigger the carotid artery baroreceptor reflex. Unlike drug treatments and invasive procedures, their PhysioCue therapy is efficient, safe, easy to use, and has none of the side effects associated with anti-hypertensive drugs. PhysioCue is also developing a wearable mobile health device.
Weft, Inc. is a global logistics data company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, that specializes in providing real-time asset intelligence to enhance supply chain operations. Established in 2013 and operating as a subsidiary of Genscape, Inc., Weft integrates various tracking technologies, including Wi-Fi, BLE, GPS, satellite, and GPRS, to offer insights into logistics processes. The company's platform allows users to monitor and manage their assets, setting alerts for conditions such as location, temperature, and vibrations. By leveraging predictive analytics, Weft helps shippers anticipate potential bottlenecks by analyzing current locations and planned routes against historical data, enabling proactive adjustments to improve delivery timelines. The platform is accessible through web and mobile applications, and it collaborates with ERP providers, telecommunications companies, and logistics firms to extend its reach and capabilities within the industry.