Precursor Ventures

Gated offers an intelligent email management solution that reduces unwanted sales emails by an average of 43%, allowing users to focus on important messages. Its platform challenges unknown senders, who pay for access to the user's inbox, with proceeds benefiting a nonprofit chosen by the user. Gated is free for users and integrates seamlessly with existing email setups.

Block Party is focused on creating a safer online environment through technology that combats online abuse and harassment. The company has developed a user-centric platform designed to help individuals manage their social media experiences by addressing spam and trolls. Its primary product, Privacy Party, is a widely acclaimed browser extension that offers expert recommendations for securing social media accounts and automatically adjusts user privacy settings. By integrating both manual controls and machine learning-based models, Block Party empowers users to filter and manage negative content effectively, aiming to provide an internet experience that is free from toxicity and protects personal information from unwanted scrutiny.