QuEra Computing is a neutral-atoms-based quantum computing startup, located in Boston, near Harvard University. The company is founded on pioneering research recently conducted at Harvard and MIT. At QuEra, our mission is to build the industry’s most scalable quantum computers to tackle useful but classically intractable problems for commercially relevant applications in optimization, simulation, materials science, pharmaceuticals, and more.
Altiostar Networks, Inc. specializes in designing and developing solutions for the LTE market, catering primarily to mobile network operators. The company's product offerings include macro and small cell integrated remote radio heads (iRRHs), which are engineered for deployment in various outdoor environments, such as cell towers and urban settings with high user density. These solutions aim to enhance network coverage and capacity, particularly addressing gaps in connectivity. Founded in 2011 and based in Tewksbury, Massachusetts, Altiostar Networks was previously known as Radio Mobile Access, Inc. and rebranded in 2013. The company is led by a team of experienced technology entrepreneurs focused on creating innovative solutions to improve communication experiences while reducing technology costs.
AST & Science, LLC, based in Midland, Texas, develops ultra-small satellites and is creating a global broadband cellular network in space, known as SpaceMobile. This innovative network aims to provide 4G and 5G connectivity directly to standard mobile devices without requiring additional satellite hardware. Founded in 2017, AST & Science seeks to address the connectivity challenges faced by billions of mobile subscribers worldwide, particularly those in underserved areas. The company's extensive intellectual property and patent portfolio support its mission to bridge the digital divide and bring reliable broadband access to the unconnected population globally.
More people convert with Fillr. Fillr has developed 'Autofill as a Service' an autofill platform that seamlessly integrates into your app, enabling your customers to transact faster, boosting your conversions and revenue. We've spent over four years (and lots of hard-earned $) building the world's best autofill... So you don't have to. Our powerful mapping engine, algorithms and machine learning technology utilise advanced proprietary textual heuristics to read forms as close to human representation as possible. Fillr’s Autofill API’s are powering transactions on the world's top fintech, ecommerce, metasearch, cashback and coupon apps. Fillr's next generation autofill technology delivers unprecedented accuracy and speed, and unlike other ‘payment' platforms, Fillr can be used anywhere regardless of a merchant being integrated with us and can be used for any transaction, even those that don’t require payment. "When a user engages our autofill tech on a checkout form, they are 2.2x more likely to convert using Fillr than those who choose to type and they spend 19.66% more p/m" Fillr is led by second time entrepreneurs Chris Koch and Chad Stephens. With their first tech venture 1Form, they transformed the Australian housing market gaining 90% market share before it was acquired by publicly listed REA/Newscorp (Realestate.com.au, $6b market cap). Fillr has offices in Melbourne and San Francisco and is backed by SoftBank China Capital, Southern Cross Venture Partners, Reinventure (Westpac Bank) and Constant Innovation. Fillr’s investors have collective experience in creating, growing and managing hyper-growth companies and are some of world’s most successful tech entrepreneurs. Recent investment by SoftBank China Capital, Alibaba’s single largest investor, provides further endorsement of Fillr’s advanced tech and mission to make transacting on mobile easier.
InnoEye, Inc. is a software development company based in Herndon, Virginia, that specializes in network operation solutions. Founded in 2014, the company focuses on creating end-to-end process automation workflows to enhance network performance and efficiency. InnoEye's flagship product is a converged operations support system (OSS) designed to facilitate the automation of processes for both 4G and 5G cloud platforms. This technology supports network launches, including a notable deployment in Japan. As of September 2020, InnoEye operates as a subsidiary of Rakuten Mobile, Inc.
ShopBack offers a one-stop lifestyle portal that powers smarter purchase decisions for consumers. Today, ShopBack is the dominant player in Southeast Asia’s e-commerce Cashback market, with an established presence in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines, Thailand, and Taiwan, powering over 1,000 orders per hour. ShopBack enhances shopping by providing up to 30% Cashback for consumers to boost their purchasing power while providing cost-effective marketing solutions for merchant partners. With over 1,300 merchant partners, including Uber, Expedia, and Lazada, ShopBack constantly strives to bring a smarter shopping experience to the consumers. In October 2015, ShopBack was awarded the winner of the Gold award in the Best Start-up (Growth Stage) category and Silver award in the Best Innovative Infocomm Products (Consumers) category at the 7th Singapore Infocomm Technology Federation (SiTF) Awards. This is the local start-up’s maiden voyage in industry awards, pitting against more than 300 nominations for the esteemed titles. The company was recently awarded the Emerging Enterprise Award in September 2016, jointly organized by The Business Times (Singapore) and OCBC Bank, which recognizes outstanding small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Singapore.
AST & Science, LLC, based in Midland, Texas, develops ultra-small satellites and is creating a global broadband cellular network in space, known as SpaceMobile. This innovative network aims to provide 4G and 5G connectivity directly to standard mobile devices without requiring additional satellite hardware. Founded in 2017, AST & Science seeks to address the connectivity challenges faced by billions of mobile subscribers worldwide, particularly those in underserved areas. The company's extensive intellectual property and patent portfolio support its mission to bridge the digital divide and bring reliable broadband access to the unconnected population globally.
Everledger Limited, founded in 2015 and based in London, is a technology enterprise focused on creating digital ledgers to enhance transparency and trust in asset management. Specializing in the diamond industry, the company digitizes data points for each diamond, enabling a multi-layered ledger that tracks assets throughout their lifecycle across various stakeholders. By employing emerging technologies such as smart contracts, machine vision, and the Internet of Things, Everledger develops solutions that address economic, environmental, and societal challenges. Its blockchain-enabled platform fosters collaboration within a trusted ecosystem, allowing stakeholders to transparently trace and manage assets, thereby enhancing confidence in global supply chains. Everledger is committed to deploying scalable solutions tailored to clients' needs while continuously innovating to address emerging challenges.
DataX, operating under from scratch Co., Ltd., is a Tokyo-based company that provides an integrated digital marketing platform known as B-dash. Established in 2010, DataX focuses on supporting business strategy development, new business planning, analytical services, and the construction of business processes. The B-dash platform is notable for its capacity to accumulate and analyze vast amounts of data, including 32 million unique customer IDs and significant financial metrics. The platform's capabilities have positioned it as a vital resource in the IT sector. In 2019, DataX strengthened its business relationships by entering into a contract with KKR and Goldman Sachs, enhancing its strategic partnerships and investment opportunities.
Rakuten Medical is a privately funded clinical-stage biotechnology company with offices in the USA, Japan, and Germany. Rakuten Medical has been developing new anticancer therapies based on the Photoimmunotherapy platform. Rakuten Medical plans to become a fully integrated biopharma with research, development, and worldwide commercialization of therapies based on the Photoimmunotherapy platform. Rakuten Medical was established in 2010 and is based in San Mateo, California.
Altiostar Networks, Inc. specializes in designing and developing solutions for the LTE market, catering primarily to mobile network operators. The company's product offerings include macro and small cell integrated remote radio heads (iRRHs), which are engineered for deployment in various outdoor environments, such as cell towers and urban settings with high user density. These solutions aim to enhance network coverage and capacity, particularly addressing gaps in connectivity. Founded in 2011 and based in Tewksbury, Massachusetts, Altiostar Networks was previously known as Radio Mobile Access, Inc. and rebranded in 2013. The company is led by a team of experienced technology entrepreneurs focused on creating innovative solutions to improve communication experiences while reducing technology costs.
Fever Labs, Inc. operates a mobile application that serves as a social discovery tool, offering users a curated list of local events in various cities, including New York, Madrid, and London. The app provides comprehensive information on a wide range of experiences, such as concerts, exhibitions, parties, comedy shows, and attractions, along with ticket booking options. With a focus on enhancing the Experience Economy, Fever connects over 40 million users monthly with the best local activities, while also empowering event organizers to create original content. Founded in 2011 and initially known as Kzemos, Inc., Fever has established itself as a leader in the digitization of experiences, helping individuals discover and enjoy diverse cultural and entertainment offerings.
Altiostar Networks, Inc. specializes in designing and developing solutions for the LTE market, catering primarily to mobile network operators. The company's product offerings include macro and small cell integrated remote radio heads (iRRHs), which are engineered for deployment in various outdoor environments, such as cell towers and urban settings with high user density. These solutions aim to enhance network coverage and capacity, particularly addressing gaps in connectivity. Founded in 2011 and based in Tewksbury, Massachusetts, Altiostar Networks was previously known as Radio Mobile Access, Inc. and rebranded in 2013. The company is led by a team of experienced technology entrepreneurs focused on creating innovative solutions to improve communication experiences while reducing technology costs.
Rakuten Medical is a privately funded clinical-stage biotechnology company with offices in the USA, Japan, and Germany. Rakuten Medical has been developing new anticancer therapies based on the Photoimmunotherapy platform. Rakuten Medical plans to become a fully integrated biopharma with research, development, and worldwide commercialization of therapies based on the Photoimmunotherapy platform. Rakuten Medical was established in 2010 and is based in San Mateo, California.
Careem designs an online booking platform that connects passengers with local drivers. Its platform offers a marketplace of community drivers where passengers can request a ride in minutes, see the cost, and have it charged to their selected credit card, which helps passengers have access to affordable and advantageous transportation. Abdulla Elyas, Magnus Olsson, and Mudassir Sheika founded Careem on June 15, 2012, with its headquarters in Dubai in the United Arab Emirates.
UNCOVER TRUTH is an analytics company that offers data visualization services through the web and mobile.
Rakuten Medical is a privately funded clinical-stage biotechnology company with offices in the USA, Japan, and Germany. Rakuten Medical has been developing new anticancer therapies based on the Photoimmunotherapy platform. Rakuten Medical plans to become a fully integrated biopharma with research, development, and worldwide commercialization of therapies based on the Photoimmunotherapy platform. Rakuten Medical was established in 2010 and is based in San Mateo, California.
Okan, Inc. is a food service company that specializes in delivering Japanese deli foods to both corporate clients and individual consumers. The company's mission is to enhance the lifestyle of workers by providing convenient access to quality Japanese cuisine. Through its delivery service, Okan aims to cater to the growing demand for diverse and healthy meal options in the workplace and beyond.
Glovo is a Barcelona-based start-up that revolutionizes access to local goods by offering on-demand delivery services. Founded in March 2015, it operates a mobile application that connects customers with independent couriers, allowing for the delivery of a wide range of products, including food, groceries, and urgent packages, often within 60 minutes. The app features geolocation technology, enabling users to track their deliveries in real-time and find the nearest courier. Glovo's services extend across several countries, including Spain, Italy, Portugal, France, Argentina, Chile, Bolivia, and Peru, with plans for further expansion. By facilitating quick and efficient delivery from local shops and restaurants, Glovo provides users with a convenient solution for their everyday errands.
Talk-A-Bot is an information technology company based in Budapest, Hungary, founded in 2016. It specializes in developing a chatbot platform that facilitates communication for enterprises through messaging. The company's solutions cater to various sectors, including media and entertainment, e-commerce, financial services, banking, insurance, utilities, and shopping centers. Talk-A-Bot focuses on messenger bots, online marketing, business development, and chat marketing, providing businesses with tools to enhance their customer engagement and operational efficiency.
LOB Inc. is an ad technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2016. The company specializes in developing and providing advertising platforms designed to enhance marketing effectiveness. Its primary focus is on creating innovative solutions that improve the distribution of advertising content, allowing clients to access superior advertising platforms and distribution channels. Through its marketing support tools, LOB aims to strengthen the brand presence of organizations, facilitating more efficient and impactful advertising strategies.
Curbside makes it easy to find, buy and pickup products at nearby stores. The Curbside app searches realtime local inventory across retailers and uses location-based technologies to alert stores when a customer is arriving for a pickup. Curbside helps consumers quickly get what they need and helps retailers better serve their increasingly mobile centric customers.
Everledger Limited, founded in 2015 and based in London, is a technology enterprise focused on creating digital ledgers to enhance transparency and trust in asset management. Specializing in the diamond industry, the company digitizes data points for each diamond, enabling a multi-layered ledger that tracks assets throughout their lifecycle across various stakeholders. By employing emerging technologies such as smart contracts, machine vision, and the Internet of Things, Everledger develops solutions that address economic, environmental, and societal challenges. Its blockchain-enabled platform fosters collaboration within a trusted ecosystem, allowing stakeholders to transparently trace and manage assets, thereby enhancing confidence in global supply chains. Everledger is committed to deploying scalable solutions tailored to clients' needs while continuously innovating to address emerging challenges.
Genesis Healthcare Co. is a Japanese company that specializes in genetic testing and analysis. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Tokyo, with additional offices in Singapore and Taiwan, the company manufactures and develops genetic testing kits. Genesis Healthcare offers a range of services that include the analysis of various genes utilizing advanced genetic analyzers, such as sequencers and real-time PCR technology. Through its innovative approach, the company aims to provide comprehensive genetic insights to its clients.
Asahi Fire offers property and casualty insurance. Asahi Fire also operates a nonlife insurance agency business through its wholly owned subsidiary, Mirai no Hoken Co.
Lyft is an on-demand transportation service that connects passengers with drivers through a mobile application. Founded in June 2012 in San Francisco by Logan Green and John Zimmer, Lyft allows users to request rides with a simple tap on their smartphones and facilitates payment directly through the app. The platform also offers the option to schedule rides up to seven days in advance. Lyft primarily serves college, university, and corporate communities and has rapidly expanded to cover 95 percent of the U.S. population. The company focuses on providing accessible peer-to-peer transportation solutions, contributing to the growing ridesharing market.
Glovo is a Barcelona-based start-up that revolutionizes access to local goods by offering on-demand delivery services. Founded in March 2015, it operates a mobile application that connects customers with independent couriers, allowing for the delivery of a wide range of products, including food, groceries, and urgent packages, often within 60 minutes. The app features geolocation technology, enabling users to track their deliveries in real-time and find the nearest courier. Glovo's services extend across several countries, including Spain, Italy, Portugal, France, Argentina, Chile, Bolivia, and Peru, with plans for further expansion. By facilitating quick and efficient delivery from local shops and restaurants, Glovo provides users with a convenient solution for their everyday errands.
Genesis Healthcare Co. is a Japanese company that specializes in genetic testing and analysis. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Tokyo, with additional offices in Singapore and Taiwan, the company manufactures and develops genetic testing kits. Genesis Healthcare offers a range of services that include the analysis of various genes utilizing advanced genetic analyzers, such as sequencers and real-time PCR technology. Through its innovative approach, the company aims to provide comprehensive genetic insights to its clients.
Rakuten Medical is a privately funded clinical-stage biotechnology company with offices in the USA, Japan, and Germany. Rakuten Medical has been developing new anticancer therapies based on the Photoimmunotherapy platform. Rakuten Medical plans to become a fully integrated biopharma with research, development, and worldwide commercialization of therapies based on the Photoimmunotherapy platform. Rakuten Medical was established in 2010 and is based in San Mateo, California.
dacadoo AG develops technology solutions for digital health engagement and health risk quantification. The company offers health management platform to motivate users to achieve and maintain healthy lifestyle habits; and health risk quantification that measures and understand health by providing health score and provides risk engine. In addition, it also provides technology components via a RESTful application programming interface. Further, the company offers dacadoo GO, a customizable geolocation based walking application. It serves customers in Europe, Middle East and Africa, North America, Latin America, and Asia Pacific. dacadoo AG was formerly known as QUENTIQ AG and changed its name to dacadoo AG in February 2013. The company was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland with a subsidiary in Boston, Massachusetts; and an additional office in Sydney, Australia.
Lyft is an on-demand transportation service that connects passengers with drivers through a mobile application. Founded in June 2012 in San Francisco by Logan Green and John Zimmer, Lyft allows users to request rides with a simple tap on their smartphones and facilitates payment directly through the app. The platform also offers the option to schedule rides up to seven days in advance. Lyft primarily serves college, university, and corporate communities and has rapidly expanded to cover 95 percent of the U.S. population. The company focuses on providing accessible peer-to-peer transportation solutions, contributing to the growing ridesharing market.
MetroResidences is a digital apartment rental service providing a fuss-free and transparent way to lease a home. Our approach relies on technology and human-centered customer service to make leasing simple, legal and paperless.
Simplesurance GmbH specializes in providing cross-selling software solutions for e-commerce, allowing consumers to purchase insurance at the point of sale during online transactions. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, with an additional office in Tokyo, Japan, the company offers a platform that integrates seamlessly into the checkout processes of online shops, enabling retailers to monetize their customers twice and enhance profit margins. With over 2,000 partners, including prominent e-commerce platforms and electronic manufacturers, Simplesurance combines traditional insurance with digital commerce. Furthermore, it provides a digital broker service that enables customers to manage their insurance policies conveniently through their smartphones in a fully paperless manner.
Founded in 2016, ShopChat is a downloadable iOS app that replaces your device’s default keyboard app and works across all major messaging apps, including WhatsApp, iMessage, and Facebook Messenger. ShopChat is a product created by Chatter Commerce Inc., a San Francisco-based company that was acquired by Viber in 2017.
Currencycloud is a global payments platform that simplifies the process of moving money across borders. It offers businesses an API-based infrastructure that allows developers to create customized payment solutions tailored to their specific needs. The platform facilitates seamless transactions in multiple currencies, providing automated end-to-end payment processes, collection and conversion services, and digital currency management. By handling the complexities and regulatory requirements of cross-border payments, Currencycloud enables clients to integrate financial services into their operations, empowering them to operate more effectively in the digital economy.
Upstart Network, Inc. develops and operates a peer-to-peer online lending marketplace that serves as a platform for obtaining fixed rate personal loans. Its model considers credit history, education, area of study, and employment history to lend money to borrowers. The company was incorporated in 2012 and is based in San Mateo, California. Upstart Network, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Upstart Holdings, Inc.
AirMap is helping make drones a part of everyday life by building the foundations for the low-altitude air navigation systems of the future. The emergence of small, powerful, and autonomous drones, is transforming society. Drones are being used for agriculture, public safety, aerial photography and cinematography, and soon, package delivery. The next century of aviation innovation is happening at the local level, not across oceans, and it's happening below 500 feet. AirMap is organizing this low altitude information so innovation can take flight.
AirMap works collaboratively with industry partners to create the future for drones. It focuses exclusively on providing airspace information so that others in the nascent industry can build amazing vehicles and applications. AirMap is a member of the Small UAV Coalition and the NASA Unmanned Traffic Management (UTM) program.
FOLIO Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in developing a web-based asset management platform. As a financial instruments business operator, FOLIO provides tools and services designed to facilitate the management and investment of assets for its users. The company's platform aims to simplify and enhance the investment experience, catering to a diverse range of financial needs.
CaféX is a provider of digital engagement solutions designed to enhance team productivity and customer interaction across various channels. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in New York City, the company offers a platform that enables real-time collaboration through features such as video chats, co-browsing, on-screen drawings, and instant file sharing. This technology allows enterprises, including top global banks and other prominent brands, to facilitate seamless communication among employees and customers, ensuring secure and efficient collaboration from any location and device. By improving digital engagement, CaféX aims to boost customer satisfaction and enhance operational efficiency for businesses.
Careem designs an online booking platform that connects passengers with local drivers. Its platform offers a marketplace of community drivers where passengers can request a ride in minutes, see the cost, and have it charged to their selected credit card, which helps passengers have access to affordable and advantageous transportation. Abdulla Elyas, Magnus Olsson, and Mudassir Sheika founded Careem on June 15, 2012, with its headquarters in Dubai in the United Arab Emirates.
BlueVine Capital Inc. is a financial technology company based in Redwood City, California, that specializes in providing working capital solutions to small businesses in the United States. Founded in 2013, BlueVine offers a variety of financial products including lines of credit, term loans, and invoice factoring, aimed at addressing the diverse financial needs of small and medium-sized enterprises. The company has developed an advanced online platform that enables business owners to access financing quickly and easily, featuring fast approvals and a user-friendly dashboard. Since its inception, BlueVine has facilitated nearly $2 billion in financing, helping businesses manage their cash flow challenges effectively. In addition to its financial products, BlueVine also offers a Business Checking Account to further support small business owners.
Aura is a technology-powered, Community Development Financial Institution that provides fair, affordable loans to working families in America. Aura's mission is to build financially healthy low-income communities, by providing empowering financial services to underbanked and unbanked.
Aura uses its proprietary scoring algorithms to review and approve credit applications and offers free credit scores and personalized expense management guidance to borrowers, allowing the working population to access loans in a simplified manner.
Aura was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California, USA.
SOUKAI DRUG Co.,Ltd engages in the online retail of household and health related goods in China, Japan, and Indonesia. The company’s products include diet and vitamin supplements, herbal tea, candies, processed food. It also offers baby care, personal care, sanitary, and hygiene products; cosmetics; and acne, stomach, and hair drugs. The company was founded in 2000 and is based in Tokyo, Japan. As of December 28, 2016, SOUKAI DRUG Co.,Ltd operates as a subsidiary of Rakuten, Inc..
ViSenze Pte. Ltd. is an artificial intelligence company specializing in visual technology software tailored for e-commerce and digital businesses. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Singapore, with additional offices in San Francisco, London, New Delhi, and Beijing, the company offers ViSearch, a cloud-based tool that enables users to identify and search for images and products. Leveraging advancements in machine learning and computer vision, ViSenze provides solutions that allow online shoppers to find visually similar items through user-uploaded images or during their browsing experience on e-commerce platforms. The company's offerings extend to software development kits (SDKs) and a dashboard user interface for organizing search results, making their technology adaptable for web, mobile, and social media environments. ViSenze originated as a spin-off from NExT, a prominent research center established by the National University of Singapore and Tsinghua University. It has received investments from notable firms such as Rakuten Ventures, Walden International, and UOB Venture Management.
Blackstorm provides a lightweight universal development environment that can be used to create and share high-performance applications. We aspire to exist in a world free of the constraints and limitations of app stores -- and we provide the technology to create and enable that.
Fablic is the maker of women-focused flea-market app Fril allowing females to verify their identity on the app through Facebook. Once verified, female users can upload photos and buy and sell clothing items with fixed prices using the application. Fablic was launched in 2012.
Dexter is the write-first platform, allowing users to focus on creating meaningful conversations, not connecting the dots. Craft dialogue in a tailored editor that makes it easy to write, edit, and test interactions. Supercharge things by connecting to any 3rd party NLP service and integrate with unlimited APIs.
Gojek, founded in 2010 and headquartered in Jakarta, Indonesia, operates as a Super App that offers a wide range of services, including food delivery, transportation, digital payments, shopping, and various on-demand services. Launched in 2015, the Gojek app has rapidly become the largest consumer transactional technology platform in Southeast Asia, driven by its focus on speed, innovation, and social impact. The company aims to empower the informal sector in the region while serving diverse markets such as transport, logistics, food, and entertainment. Gojek has established itself as a leading player in the on-demand economy, contributing significantly to the growth of digital services in Southeast Asia.
Carousell is a classifieds marketplace that allows people to buy and sell preloved items. It is a Singapore-based consumer-to-consumer marketplace app for iOS and Android. The Carousell marketplace has a diverse range of products across a variety of categories, including cars, lifestyle, gadgets, and fashion accessories. It has been ranked as the top Shopping app in Singapore, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Australia, and is backed by leading international Venture Capitalists Sequoia Capital, Rakuten Ventures, 500 Startups, Golden Gate Ventures, and QuestVC. Launched in Aug 2012, Carousell began in Singapore and has expanded to 19 cities around the world, spanning 7 countries.
MakeLeaps Corporation, founded in 2014 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in bilingual Japanese invoicing software designed for freelancers, small to medium-sized businesses, enterprises, and accountants. The company's flagship product, MakeLeaps, is a cloud-based invoicing management solution that facilitates the creation and management of quotes, delivery slips, and invoices. Users can personalize their invoices by including company logos and can opt for printing and mailing services throughout Japan for a nominal fee. By streamlining invoicing processes, MakeLeaps aims to enhance productivity and improve internal communication for its clients.
Hoodline, Inc., founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, operates an online platform dedicated to hyperlocal news and content discovery across 40 cities in the United States. The company's technology, known as Atlas, utilizes machine learning and data science to analyze vast amounts of unstructured data, enabling the generation of thousands of automated local stories and videos each month. Hoodline's platform enhances content by adding precise location data and contextual metadata from numerous partner publications, thereby improving the relevance of the information presented. The company's services are designed to assist in local news discovery down to a 0.2-mile radius, making it easier for users to access pertinent information. Hoodline collaborates with various partners, including major media outlets and tech companies, and maintains a team of 28 employees. As of October 2020, Hoodline operates as a subsidiary of SFist.
Azimo Limited is a digital money transfer network that enables users to send money internationally via an online platform accessible from any internet-connected device. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in London, with an additional office in Amsterdam, the company offers mobile applications for both Android and iOS. Azimo aims to provide a cost-effective alternative to traditional money transfer methods by offering lower fees and competitive exchange rates. The platform allows users to send money directly to bank accounts or to over 270,000 cash pick-up locations worldwide, focusing on delivering a convenient and efficient service.
Acorns is a finance company that allows individuals to round up purchases and automatically invest the change. It allows customers to automatically invest in a low-cost, diversified portfolio of exchange-traded funds offered by some asset managers including Vanguard and BlackRock.
Acorns was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Irvine, California.
Launch pad for a wide array of HR Tech services, which has focused on revolutionizing the world’s second largest Japanese HR services industry thru technology enabled business models. BizReach: Japan's premier online career networking service, which has transformed the Japanese business community in allowing career-driven executives to freely share and directly connect with talent-seeking employers and recruiters.Often referred to as the “LinkedIn of Japan” in the HR industry, the service has allowed over half a million executives to explore their career options by sharing their resume information in a closed online database shared amongst only employers and recruiters. The service has disrupted the executive search (recruitment) market by becoming a cloud-based talent sourcing platform for employers to recruit and hire business executives directly. CareerTrek: The service was built on the needs of BizReach clients (employers) wanting to recruit and hire “young” professionals (20s and early 30s) more efficiently thru direct sourcing methods. Hence, the service is branded and targeted to become an online career networking service connecting young professional jobseekers and employers. Together with BizReach, the 2 cloud-based talent sourcing platforms deliver similar results to what Linkedin delivers to enterprise clients outside of Japan. An added feature of CareerTrek due to its focus on a younger audience is its recommendation engine, which supports jobseekers in not only proactively finding jobs that they think fit them, but being introduced to positions that other similar users find interesting. Stanby: Stanby is a job search engine, which aggregates job postings from hundreds of third-party job sites. This “Google for Jobs” service enables jobseekers to search from over 4 million jobs posted online from all over the country in just one search. Stanby ATS is a service provided to employers, and is a cloud-based applicant tracking system for employers, and is free to use. Employers can create job postings, source applicants and track applicants, together functioning as a central platform for all recruitment efforts. Stanby thrives to bring every job opening to the online world, and become the largest original source of hiring information.
ACSL is an industrial drone manufacturer and solution provider in Japan originated from the laboratory of Professor Kenzo Nonami at Chiba University since 1998. ACSL is engaged in the R&D, manufacturing, sales and building solutions for industrial drone applications. With its proprietary technologies made and developed in Japan, ACSL aims to lead to the new industrial revolution of the global skies.
Rakuten Medical is a privately funded clinical-stage biotechnology company with offices in the USA, Japan, and Germany. Rakuten Medical has been developing new anticancer therapies based on the Photoimmunotherapy platform. Rakuten Medical plans to become a fully integrated biopharma with research, development, and worldwide commercialization of therapies based on the Photoimmunotherapy platform. Rakuten Medical was established in 2010 and is based in San Mateo, California.
Everledger Limited, founded in 2015 and based in London, is a technology enterprise focused on creating digital ledgers to enhance transparency and trust in asset management. Specializing in the diamond industry, the company digitizes data points for each diamond, enabling a multi-layered ledger that tracks assets throughout their lifecycle across various stakeholders. By employing emerging technologies such as smart contracts, machine vision, and the Internet of Things, Everledger develops solutions that address economic, environmental, and societal challenges. Its blockchain-enabled platform fosters collaboration within a trusted ecosystem, allowing stakeholders to transparently trace and manage assets, thereby enhancing confidence in global supply chains. Everledger is committed to deploying scalable solutions tailored to clients' needs while continuously innovating to address emerging challenges.
BlueVine Capital Inc. is a financial technology company based in Redwood City, California, that specializes in providing working capital solutions to small businesses in the United States. Founded in 2013, BlueVine offers a variety of financial products including lines of credit, term loans, and invoice factoring, aimed at addressing the diverse financial needs of small and medium-sized enterprises. The company has developed an advanced online platform that enables business owners to access financing quickly and easily, featuring fast approvals and a user-friendly dashboard. Since its inception, BlueVine has facilitated nearly $2 billion in financing, helping businesses manage their cash flow challenges effectively. In addition to its financial products, BlueVine also offers a Business Checking Account to further support small business owners.
Lyft is an on-demand transportation service that connects passengers with drivers through a mobile application. Founded in June 2012 in San Francisco by Logan Green and John Zimmer, Lyft allows users to request rides with a simple tap on their smartphones and facilitates payment directly through the app. The platform also offers the option to schedule rides up to seven days in advance. Lyft primarily serves college, university, and corporate communities and has rapidly expanded to cover 95 percent of the U.S. population. The company focuses on providing accessible peer-to-peer transportation solutions, contributing to the growing ridesharing market.
Hunglead helps online stores to make tasks which become complicated when operating multiple stores (e.g. inventory, products and ordering management) more efficient. They do this by offering a cloud system called the [Robot Series].
Lingvist Inc. is a language-learning software company based in Tallinn, Estonia, founded in 2013 by Ott Jalakas, Mait Muntel, Andres Koern, and Tanel Hiir. The company utilizes statistical analysis and adaptive machine learning algorithms to develop its language-learning tools, which aim to help users acquire new languages in approximately 200 hours. Lingvist's platform is accessible through both an online interface and mobile applications for iOS and Android devices. The software features a smart algorithm that monitors user progress and errors, adapting lessons in real time to align with individual learning levels and memory patterns.
Polymorph powers the monetization infrastructure for modern enterprises. Polymorph is a white-label SaaS monetization platform for publishers to maximize revenue, reduce costs and deliver better ad experiences.The Polymorph platform offers end-to-end ad serving stack, yield optimization tools, APIs, access to demand on server-side and self-serve workflows. Modern enterprises who want to monetize with advertising choose our customizable and developer friendly platform as it aligns with their needs/strategies. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in San Francisco, California.
World Travel System Inc. is a travel services company based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in the wholesale distribution of air tickets to travel agencies. Founded in 1988, it has established itself as a significant player in the travel industry. The company operates as a subsidiary of Rakuten, Inc., enhancing its capabilities and reach within the market.
Rakuten Medical is a privately funded clinical-stage biotechnology company with offices in the USA, Japan, and Germany. Rakuten Medical has been developing new anticancer therapies based on the Photoimmunotherapy platform. Rakuten Medical plans to become a fully integrated biopharma with research, development, and worldwide commercialization of therapies based on the Photoimmunotherapy platform. Rakuten Medical was established in 2010 and is based in San Mateo, California.
Fit Origin is the ultimate fit recommendation solution for eCommerce fashion retailers which puts fit and body shapes at the heart of the online shopping experience. It combines garment data and shopper data to determine which size garment will fit them, the way they want to wear it. Each shopper’s measurements are calculated based on height, weight, age and body shape. Deep statistical analysis of thousands of detailed body scans allows their data scientists to use these limited data points to infer high quality information about the shopper’s measurements. Every garment is analysed by their garment technologists, taking many factors into account including silhouette, stretch and fit preference. A shopper’s body measurements are used in conjunction with garment measurements to interpret how each size will fit a shopper. Fit Origin recommends the best size to fit shoppers, with the ability to compare sizes based on their own fit preferences. Their fit recommendation solution allows your shoppers to buy with confidence. At Rakuten Fits Me they are all about ‘Me’ fashion, not mass fashion. They are the only size and fit solution provider to align your product data with shopper body data so they get the perfect fit, first time, every time.
Voyagin Pte. Ltd. operates a travel activities marketplace that allows tourists to discover and book authentic local experiences and tours in Asia. The company was founded in 2011 and is based in Singapore. As of July 2, 2015, Voyagin Pte. Ltd. operates as a subsidiary of Rakuten Travel, Inc.
WePay, Inc. specializes in providing integrated payment solutions tailored for online platforms that facilitate transactions between users. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, with an additional office in Providence, Rhode Island, the company offers a comprehensive suite of services including merchant onboarding, payment processing, payouts, and risk management. WePay's solutions are designed to support a variety of platforms, including Software-as-a-Service businesses and crowdfunding sites, and include features for mobile payment options. The company also ensures compliance with regulatory standards and provides customer support integration, all at no additional cost. As a subsidiary of JPMorgan Chase & Co., WePay plays a significant role in the platform economy, enabling businesses to maintain trust and safety while managing transactions effectively.
OneSignal, Inc. specializes in providing push notification solutions for mobile and web applications, making it simpler for developers to integrate personalized notifications into their platforms. Established in 2011 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, the company leverages machine learning to optimize communication timing and enhance message personalization. This technology allows clients to effectively engage their audiences by delivering tailored push messages across various application development platforms. OneSignal's approach focuses on analyzing performance to ensure messages reach the right users at the right time, thereby improving overall user engagement and application performance.
Fanli operates an e-commerce shopping website in China. The website includes various home appliance business websites, including e-commerce company’s websites.
Fanli lets users click on the rebate link to go to the corresponding merchant website to place an order and the merchant will pay a rebate for the user's order for a marketing fee. Gary Ge and Geng Yongchang founded Fanli in November 2006, with its headquarters in Shanghai in China.
C Channel Corporation is a Tokyo-based company that operates an online lifestyle video platform aimed primarily at women aged 20 to 34. Founded in 2015, C Channel provides a variety of content related to fashion, food, hairstyling, makeup, and travel. The platform focuses on delivering engaging video content that informs and inspires its audience, making it a go-to resource for lifestyle-related topics.
OverDrive, Inc. operates a digital reading platform that provides a wide range of digital content, including eBooks, audiobooks, videos, and music, to libraries, schools, colleges, corporations, and retailers in the United States and internationally. Founded in 1986 and headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, the company offers technology infrastructure for the secure management and distribution of premium digital content. OverDrive's software products include Media Console for downloading digital media, ReaderWorks for eBook authoring, and BookWorks for eBook production and distribution. As a certified B Corporation, OverDrive is committed to social and environmental performance, emphasizing community empowerment, literacy support, and sustainable business practices.
Lyft is an on-demand transportation service that connects passengers with drivers through a mobile application. Founded in June 2012 in San Francisco by Logan Green and John Zimmer, Lyft allows users to request rides with a simple tap on their smartphones and facilitates payment directly through the app. The platform also offers the option to schedule rides up to seven days in advance. Lyft primarily serves college, university, and corporate communities and has rapidly expanded to cover 95 percent of the U.S. population. The company focuses on providing accessible peer-to-peer transportation solutions, contributing to the growing ridesharing market.
Crimson Football Club, Inc owns and operates football club team.
Carousell is a classifieds marketplace that allows people to buy and sell preloved items. It is a Singapore-based consumer-to-consumer marketplace app for iOS and Android. The Carousell marketplace has a diverse range of products across a variety of categories, including cars, lifestyle, gadgets, and fashion accessories. It has been ranked as the top Shopping app in Singapore, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Australia, and is backed by leading international Venture Capitalists Sequoia Capital, Rakuten Ventures, 500 Startups, Golden Gate Ventures, and QuestVC. Launched in Aug 2012, Carousell began in Singapore and has expanded to 19 cities around the world, spanning 7 countries.
PocketMath is the world's largest, self-serve, mobile advertising platform for buying programmatic real-time bidding (RTB) inventory. We make it easy to buy smartphone and tablet ad impressions, within apps, games, and mobile websites, all in real-time. In one platform, you gain immediate access to the world's supply of mobile RTB inventory! One platform, the world's mobile programmatic inventory. No minimums. No commitments. No set up costs. Full transparency. PocketMath is located in Singapore, San Francisco, Austin, Washington, D.C., Mumbai, and Sydney - with a burgeoning presence in China + Japan. PocketMath was started three years ago by three friends who met nearly a decade past while students at the University of Texas at Austin. Eric, JD, and Casey came together to solve a need recognized in the digital advertising space. After many iterations, a year (or two!), several prototypes, and countless meetings, PocketMath was born as a mobile demand-side platform (DSP) to bid for mobile RTB inventory.
Lubic Co., Ltd is a Beauty Collection operator.
Bitnet provides a digital commerce platform enabling enterprise-scale merchants to accept bitcoin payments. Bitnet’s engineering, product, and business development team help in building and managing the world’s largest payment gateway, CyberSource (NASDAQ: CYBS), which was sold to the world’s largest payment network, Visa (NYSE: V), for $2 billion in 2010.
Ebates, founded in 1998, is a pioneer in the cashback and shopping rewards industry, now operating under the name Rakuten Rewards. The platform allows users to earn cashback on purchases made at various domestic and international retailers. With a membership base of 12 million, Ebates has facilitated over $1 billion in cashback rewards for its users, making it the largest free loyalty program in the United States. Headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area, the company has a global presence with 12 offices worldwide and is part of a larger group that includes ShopStyle and Cartera Commerce. Additionally, Ebates is recognized as the jersey badge sponsor of the Golden State Warriors.
Algorithmia, Inc. provides a platform that enables algorithm developers to create, share, and deploy machine learning models as web services. Founded in 2013 and based in Seattle, Washington, the company offers infrastructure that automates MLOps, allowing data scientists and developers to focus on their core tasks. Algorithmia's solution supports popular machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn, and MXNet, facilitating the deployment of models into production through scalable and versioned API endpoints. Additionally, Algorithmia hosts a public marketplace for algorithms, serving enterprise customers with mission-critical workloads.
Slice is online shopping, smarter. Slice's technology automatically identifies e-receipts within inboxes and extracts every data point about every purchase to create digital commerce products that delight consumers and create business value for partners. Slice is transforming online shopping and retail by unveiling never-before-seen digital commerce data via its APIs, information products and consumer applications.
AIP Corporation is online market research fieldwork agency in Asia, for the acquisition of its outstanding shares.
AirAsia Group Berhad is an investment holding company that provides commercial air transportation services across several Asian countries, including Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, the Philippines, India, and Japan. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, the company operates a low-cost airline model and is known for its extensive route network. In addition to air travel, AirAsia offers a variety of ancillary services, such as aircraft leasing, tour operations, inflight catering, and logistics. The company also manages customer loyalty programs and engages in marketing and development of software solutions, including cybersecurity. Its subsidiaries include AirAsia (India) Limited, AirAsia Japan Co., Ltd., and various other regional operations. Through its commitment to low-cost aviation and innovative business practices, AirAsia aims to make flying accessible to a broader audience.
DC Storm delivers Measured Success™ which arms digital businesses with performance measurement tools, analysis and reporting, powering great decisions and driving success. Since its launch in 2004, DC Storm has gained an enviable reputation for building tailored solutions which respond to both client and industry needs. It now works with many of the most progressive digital brands who use the Storm Platform to accurately value and optimise their online marketing activities. With offices in the UK, Germany and the USA, DC Storm currently works with over 1000 websites worldwide. Its clients not only benefit from using its award-winning technology modules, but also receive exceptional service, support and training.
Estmob Inc., founded in 2012 and based in Seoul, South Korea, is the developer of the file-sharing application Send Anywhere. The application enables users to send files seamlessly across various platforms and devices, utilizing 3G/4G or WiFi connections. Send Anywhere distinguishes itself by allowing users to share any file type without the need for sign-up or login, ensuring a straightforward user experience. It optimizes file transfers based on current network conditions, offering a quick service. Additionally, the platform supports unlimited file sizes and transfers, making it a convenient solution for users who frequently work across multiple devices. Estmob aims to enhance how individuals manage and share files in an increasingly connected world.
ViSenze Pte. Ltd. is an artificial intelligence company specializing in visual technology software tailored for e-commerce and digital businesses. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Singapore, with additional offices in San Francisco, London, New Delhi, and Beijing, the company offers ViSearch, a cloud-based tool that enables users to identify and search for images and products. Leveraging advancements in machine learning and computer vision, ViSenze provides solutions that allow online shoppers to find visually similar items through user-uploaded images or during their browsing experience on e-commerce platforms. The company's offerings extend to software development kits (SDKs) and a dashboard user interface for organizing search results, making their technology adaptable for web, mobile, and social media environments. ViSenze originated as a spin-off from NExT, a prominent research center established by the National University of Singapore and Tsinghua University. It has received investments from notable firms such as Rakuten Ventures, Walden International, and UOB Venture Management.
Viber, a member of the Rakuten family, is a communication platform that facilitates connections among over 754 million unique users globally. The service enables individuals to communicate through various methods, including individual messaging, video calls, group chats, and Public Chats, which allow users to follow brands and celebrities. Viber users can send free text, photo, and video messages, as well as share locations. The platform also supports free, high-definition voice calls across multiple devices, including iPhone, Android, Windows Phone, Windows 10, and Mac, utilizing 3G/4G or Wi-Fi connections. Viber prioritizes user security and privacy while providing a versatile communication experience.
VI-VI-VI.COM Co.,Ltd is develops online hair salon search applications.
Coda Payments Pte Ltd. is a Singapore-based company that provides mobile payment solutions for online digital content and services, primarily targeting emerging markets. Established in 2011, Coda enables digital content providers to monetize their offerings through a variety of payment channels. The company is known for its integration with popular gaming titles such as PUBG Mobile and Call of Duty: Mobile, as well as streaming services like beIN and Bigo Live. Users can make payments through its platform Codapay, which offers direct carrier billing and access to a wide network of alternative payment options. Additionally, Coda operates Codashop, a platform frequented by over 11 million users monthly for topping up games and services. The company collaborates with various e-commerce, telecommunications, and super app partners to enhance access to premium digital content. Coda Payments serves clients across numerous countries, including Indonesia, India, Brazil, and Egypt, and maintains a presence in Singapore, Jakarta, and Bangkok.
Carousell is a classifieds marketplace that allows people to buy and sell preloved items. It is a Singapore-based consumer-to-consumer marketplace app for iOS and Android. The Carousell marketplace has a diverse range of products across a variety of categories, including cars, lifestyle, gadgets, and fashion accessories. It has been ranked as the top Shopping app in Singapore, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Australia, and is backed by leading international Venture Capitalists Sequoia Capital, Rakuten Ventures, 500 Startups, Golden Gate Ventures, and QuestVC. Launched in Aug 2012, Carousell began in Singapore and has expanded to 19 cities around the world, spanning 7 countries.
Spotlight provides “Smapoâ€, a free iPhone App. It automatically detect your visit to stores and rewards you points that are exchangeable to variety of shopping bonds or shopping points of our partner retail chains.Smapo detects users’ visit to stores over-the-air, by wireless communication with the devices installed in the stores. What users have to do is just to walk into the store and tap “check-in†in Smapo app while users shop around as usual. It’s more user-friendly way for accurate check-in compared to other solutions such as Near-Field-Communication or scanning specific 2D codes (QR codes). Smapo have started its service from 10 September in Kanto area first and will expand to the rest gradually. More than five major retail chain stores will form alliance with Smapo and enable rewarded check-in in its stores. Our partner includes a well-known CE retailer, apparel stores, department stores, convenience stores and travel company. Currently, major three retail chain have formed alliance. We continue to expand our partners going forward.
Brangista is an e-magazine publishing company that provides web promotion support business and more. The digital magazines are free and anyone can read it without subscribing or downloading.
The company also provides solution services such as EC Tencho, for companies operating e-commerce stores.
Brangista was established in November 2000 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
Viki is an international video streaming platform that offers a diverse selection of TV shows and movies, with a particular focus on content from Korea, Taiwan, China, and Bollywood. The platform is unique in its community-driven approach, where avid fans contribute by translating and subtitling content into over 150 languages. This crowdsourced subtitle feature enhances accessibility, allowing users worldwide to discover and enjoy premium media without language barriers. Viki's offerings include a variety of genres, such as dramas and telenovelas, enabling a broad audience to engage with global entertainment easily.
Apcera, Inc. operates as a cloud computing company that provides enterprises with more visibility and control over their on-premise and public cloud-based applications. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Mountain View, California. As of October 10, 2014, Apcera, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson (publ).
Webgistix provides industry-leading, cloud-based fulfillment technology and the highest level of service in the industry, making Webgistix a clear choice for established eCommerce companies seeking a highly accurate and reliable order fulfillment solution. Webgistix enables eCommerce retailers to outsource their order fulfillment to Webgistix, while eliminating fixed overhead and increasing the speed and accuracy of global order fulfillment. Founded in 2001, Webgistix has shipped millions of orders for hundreds of eCommerce retailers in 21 countries. Webgistix’ strategic network of wholly owned and operated fulfillment centers enables its customers to reach 98% of eCommerce buyers within 1-2 business days.
Rakuten Life Insurance Co., Ltd is offers face-to-face and online life insurance services.
The ADS Group specialises in high added value logistical services for layers in e-commerce and remote selling (B2C). Thanks to the development of totally automated efficient production plant, the Group has good control over the entire value chain and offers its services in managing flows of information, money or goods either on a comprehensive basis or “à la carte”. the ADS Group is a major player in e-logistics in France.