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Neon empowers game developers to own their direct-to-consumer channel and create commerce tools to help game developers build enduring brand

Black Ore Technologies, established in 2022 and headquartered in Texas, USA, specializes in AI-driven financial services. The company's core product, Tax Autopilot, is an end-to-end automation solution for 1040 tax preparation, designed to streamline the process for Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) and tax firms. By leveraging artificial intelligence, Black Ore enables professionals to focus on client advisory services and practice growth.

Helping people with chronic conditions mitigate their symptoms.

CoPilot, LLC is a company that specializes in providing advisory services for car purchases, aiming to simplify the buying process for consumers. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, CoPilot assists users in finding the best cars and deals by searching local dealerships on their behalf. The company leverages an online platform that connects car shoppers with expert guidance, helping them navigate the complexities of selecting a vehicle and negotiating prices. By offering personalized support, CoPilot empowers customers to make informed decisions, ensuring they find the right car within their budget while alleviating the frustrations typically associated with car shopping.

Dumme is a London-based developer of a content automation platform designed to search for information through video. Founded in 2022, the company uses artificial intelligence to create short clips from long podcasts and chain them according to content and user interests, helping video creators broaden the reach of their podcasts and other content.

Kudos Technology offers an AI-powered smart wallet service designed to enhance consumer rewards and benefits during purchases. The service efficiently tracks credit card rewards and analyzes data from multiple cards across numerous online merchants. When consumers are ready to check out, the smart assistant identifies the optimal card to use, maximizing the rewards and benefits associated with each transaction. This technology empowers customers to easily manage their payment options, ensuring they select the most advantageous card for every purchase.

Pomelo is a fintech-as-a-service platform focused on providing innovative payment solutions in Latin America. The company has developed a digital processing platform designed to enhance payment services by allowing businesses to create virtual accounts and issue prepaid and credit cards. This is achieved through compliant onboarding processes, which facilitate the customization required by fintech companies and embedded finance players for their specific programs. By redefining the possibilities in payment services, Pomelo aims to support the growth and efficiency of financial technology in the region.

Traba operates a human resource marketplace that connects industrial workers with businesses. It facilitates the filling of open shifts at warehouses, distribution centers, and event venues, empowering both parties to optimize productivity and earning potential.

Highlight is a platform facilitating the creation, collection, and trading of digital artifacts.

Capchase is a fintech company founded in 2020. It operates an online platform that helps Software as a Service (SaaS) companies access cash tied up in future monthly payments, enabling them to finance their growth without dilution or expensive financing.

Founded in 2021, Ownit leverages generative AI to create infinite shoppable articles, enhancing brands' visibility on search engines and improving shoppers' purchasing experience. The company aims to facilitate commerce at the point of discovery, benefiting brands, creators, and consumers alike.

Boxo, officially known as Appboxo Pte. Ltd., is a Singapore-based platform founded in 2018 that specializes in super app infrastructure. It provides a suite of developer tools enabling businesses to launch full-screen mini-apps within their existing applications. By utilizing a single SDK, companies can transform their apps into super apps, offering a variety of services quickly and efficiently. This platform also allows service providers to create embeddable mini-apps, facilitating new partnerships and enhancing user engagement through affiliate traffic. Boxo aims to streamline the app integration process while expanding monetization opportunities for both developers and service providers.

Clipboard Health is a healthcare staffing marketplace established in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. The company connects nursing professionals with medical facilities, allowing nurses to search and apply for jobs based on their qualifications and preferences with a single click. Its platform features a comprehensive database of nursing and allied health job opportunities across the nation, streamlining the recruitment process for both healthcare providers and staff. By facilitating tailored job placements, Clipboard Health aims to ensure that patients receive appropriate care from qualified nursing personnel when needed.

Compound Financial, Inc. specializes in wealth management services for startup employees, assisting them in understanding the implications of their stock options. Founded in 2019 and based in San Francisco, the company offers tools that help clients forecast the potential value of their equity over time while also addressing optimization strategies related to taxes. Despite being a relatively new entrant in the market, Compound has quickly garnered a customer base of 200 startup employees, reflecting its growing relevance in the financial services sector.

Empora Title is a technology-driven title company that aims to transform the title industry by emphasizing visibility, transparency, speed, and accuracy in real estate transactions. The company offers a comprehensive portal that consolidates all relevant title information, documents, and real estate deal details into a single platform. This streamlined approach enables clients to facilitate seamless transactions for all parties involved, setting a new standard in the title sector. With a commitment to innovation, Empora Title positions itself as a leader in delivering reliable and efficient services to real estate investors.

Pomelo is a fintech-as-a-service platform focused on providing innovative payment solutions in Latin America. The company has developed a digital processing platform designed to enhance payment services by allowing businesses to create virtual accounts and issue prepaid and credit cards. This is achieved through compliant onboarding processes, which facilitate the customization required by fintech companies and embedded finance players for their specific programs. By redefining the possibilities in payment services, Pomelo aims to support the growth and efficiency of financial technology in the region.

Peach Finance, Inc. is a technology company based in Oakland, California, that specializes in developing a comprehensive loan management platform designed for finance, legal, and operations teams. Founded in 2018, Peach offers a software as a service (SaaS) solution that employs machine learning algorithms to enhance repayment rates while ensuring compliance with regulations. The platform is API-first and fully configurable, enabling lenders to efficiently launch and scale lending products across various asset classes. Its robust end-to-end servicing technology includes features such as a loan management system, borrower and agent portals, customer relationship management, omnichannel communications, payment processing, and reporting tools. Additionally, Peach Finance provides a unique Self-Service Portfolio Migration capability, aiming to empower lenders to innovate and improve the financial experiences of their customers.

Coast is a developer of a card payment platform designed to make fleet and gasoline payments easier for truck drivers. The company's platform provides payment integration solutions to fleets, making fleet administration easier than traditional financial services.

Pathpoint Inc., operating as Pathpoint Insurance Service, is a digital wholesale brokerage firm based in San Francisco, California, established in 2017. The company specializes in excess and surplus (E&S) insurance services, offering a range of products including general and cyber liability coverages. Pathpoint's innovative platform streamlines the procurement process for surplus lines coverage, enabling independent agents to access bindable quotes from multiple carriers quickly and efficiently. The company's software enhances various aspects of insurance operations, including quoting, binding, policy document management, underwriting, and accounting. By leveraging technology, Pathpoint aims to simplify access to insurance solutions, reduce costs for carriers, and improve overall market intelligence.

Capchase is a fintech company founded in 2020. It operates an online platform that helps Software as a Service (SaaS) companies access cash tied up in future monthly payments, enabling them to finance their growth without dilution or expensive financing.

Synctera Inc. is a digital banking solutions provider based in San Carlos, California, and was incorporated in 2020. The company specializes in offering technology infrastructure, sponsor bank connections, and a compliance framework to facilitate the launch of FinTech and embedded banking products for businesses of all sizes. Synctera’s platform employs a unified set of APIs, allowing companies to efficiently introduce and expand various financial products such as debit cards, bank accounts, charge cards, lines of credit, and money movement services. By examining the specific needs of traditional banks and connecting them with appropriate FinTech firms, Synctera manages relationships and regulatory compliance, enabling regional and community banks to transition to digital operations effectively.

Synctera Inc. is a digital banking solutions provider based in San Carlos, California, and was incorporated in 2020. The company specializes in offering technology infrastructure, sponsor bank connections, and a compliance framework to facilitate the launch of FinTech and embedded banking products for businesses of all sizes. Synctera’s platform employs a unified set of APIs, allowing companies to efficiently introduce and expand various financial products such as debit cards, bank accounts, charge cards, lines of credit, and money movement services. By examining the specific needs of traditional banks and connecting them with appropriate FinTech firms, Synctera manages relationships and regulatory compliance, enabling regional and community banks to transition to digital operations effectively.

Pomelo is a fintech-as-a-service platform focused on providing innovative payment solutions in Latin America. The company has developed a digital processing platform designed to enhance payment services by allowing businesses to create virtual accounts and issue prepaid and credit cards. This is achieved through compliant onboarding processes, which facilitate the customization required by fintech companies and embedded finance players for their specific programs. By redefining the possibilities in payment services, Pomelo aims to support the growth and efficiency of financial technology in the region.

TryNow is a try-before-you-buy software solution designed for shoppers and Shopify brands, transforming the customer's home into an effective fitting room. The platform allows customers to receive apparel, try it on, and only pay for the items they choose to keep. By authorizing credit cards and tracking products, TryNow streamlines the purchasing process for consumers while helping businesses enhance their sales and productivity. This innovative approach aims to facilitate natural commerce experiences, thereby fostering growth for e-commerce brands.

Clipboard Health is a healthcare staffing marketplace established in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. The company connects nursing professionals with medical facilities, allowing nurses to search and apply for jobs based on their qualifications and preferences with a single click. Its platform features a comprehensive database of nursing and allied health job opportunities across the nation, streamlining the recruitment process for both healthcare providers and staff. By facilitating tailored job placements, Clipboard Health aims to ensure that patients receive appropriate care from qualified nursing personnel when needed.

Balance provides a digital payments platform for B2B online purchasing, aiming to simplify the experience for both buyers and vendors. Founded in 2019 by Bar Geron and Yoni Shuster, it is headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel. The B2B checkout platform processes online payments and employs a machine learning engine for real-time authentication and financial risk assessment, offering flexibility for businesses to pay on their own terms.

Shipped is the first fully branded universal order center - a one-stop 360 customer experience enabling instant resolution of any order issue, all in one place.

CloudTrucks is a San Francisco-based company founded in 2019 that offers a virtual trucking carrier platform designed to help truck owners and operators reduce operating costs by managing and booking loads from brokers and shippers. The platform provides instant payments after load delivery and access to affordable insurance options, enabling users to plan their schedules and design a revenue-maximizing driving program.

Empora Title is a technology-driven title company that aims to transform the title industry by emphasizing visibility, transparency, speed, and accuracy in real estate transactions. The company offers a comprehensive portal that consolidates all relevant title information, documents, and real estate deal details into a single platform. This streamlined approach enables clients to facilitate seamless transactions for all parties involved, setting a new standard in the title sector. With a commitment to innovation, Empora Title positions itself as a leader in delivering reliable and efficient services to real estate investors.

Settle is a cash-flow management software company that automates business-to-business payments and helps optimize working capital. The platform provides payment management, payable date control and extensions, paperless invoicing, auto payments, automated purchase orders, and proactive replenishment alerts to streamline procurement, accounts payable automation, and financing, enabling faster billing cycles and improved visibility into liquidity. Founded in 2019 by Alek Koenig and based in San Francisco, Settle serves companies seeking integrated tools to improve cash flow management.

ShoppingGives is a philanthropic platform founded in 2015 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, that aims to create social impact through everyday purchases. The company connects retailers with nonprofits, allowing customers to select charitable organizations to receive a percentage of their purchase at checkout. This integration enhances the shopping experience by making charitable giving seamless and accessible. Through its innovative technology, Change Commerce, ShoppingGives fosters a community where retailers can engage with their customers on a deeper level, promoting loyalty and trust while supporting various causes. This approach not only benefits nonprofits but also aligns with the values of socially conscious consumers.

PrizePool is a mobile-based application software that enables its users to invest their money through smartphones. PrizePool believes the team's experience combined with the commitments to both guarantee monthly prizes and create a social, referral model sets PrizePool apart from others in the market.

CoPilot, LLC is a company that specializes in providing advisory services for car purchases, aiming to simplify the buying process for consumers. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, CoPilot assists users in finding the best cars and deals by searching local dealerships on their behalf. The company leverages an online platform that connects car shoppers with expert guidance, helping them navigate the complexities of selecting a vehicle and negotiating prices. By offering personalized support, CoPilot empowers customers to make informed decisions, ensuring they find the right car within their budget while alleviating the frustrations typically associated with car shopping.

AgentSync streamlines insurance operations by providing a salesforce application that automates licensing and compliance processes for carriers, agencies, MGAs, and producers. Its real-time integration, data security, producer compliance monitoring, and automated license verification enhance efficiency and maintain regulatory adherence.

Ethyca Inc. is a technology company that specializes in automating data privacy compliance for businesses. Founded in 2018 and based in New York, Ethyca develops a privacy engineering platform that equips organizations with tools to manage customer data in accordance with various privacy regulations. Its flagship product, Ethyca Pro, is a cloud-based self-service solution that streamlines data mapping, data subject request (DSR) management, and consent management, particularly for compliance with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). Ethyca's offerings are designed to reduce operational risks, save time, and lower costs, enabling developers and privacy teams to easily integrate privacy features into their systems and maintain compliance with global privacy standards.

PsiQuantum is developing the world's first utility-scale quantum computer using photonic qubits. This approach aims to deliver a fault-tolerant, general-purpose quantum computer capable of addressing complex challenges in fields such as climate change, healthcare, finance, and more.

Capchase is a fintech company founded in 2020. It operates an online platform that helps Software as a Service (SaaS) companies access cash tied up in future monthly payments, enabling them to finance their growth without dilution or expensive financing.

Q Bio, Inc., established in 2015, develops a comprehensive health assessment platform that combines advanced non-invasive imaging, genetic testing, vital signs, and medical history to provide a snapshot of an individual's health. The company's flagship product, Q BioVault, aggregates and summarizes an individual's entire medical history, identifying and tracking significant health changes. Q Bio's interdisciplinary team, based in San Carlos, California, comprises experts in applied math, computational physics, electrical engineering, genetics, and radiology. Backed by prominent venture capital firms, the company aims to empower healthcare professionals with proactive, data-driven insights to improve patient outcomes.

Teller is a London-based fintech API provider offering a unified, fully transactional banking API that lets developers connect users' bank accounts to apps and build financial products. The platform enables access to historical transactions, identity verification, cross-bank transfers, and payments through a single API, delivering bank-agnostic connectivity for developers and users. Established in 2019, Teller aims to simplify online banking and payments by providing reliable access to bank data and payments through one integration.

Virta Health Corp. is an online specialty medical clinic focused on reversing type 2 diabetes without the use of medications or surgery. Founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, the company utilizes a combination of nutritional biochemistry, clinical expertise, and data science to develop innovative treatments. Through its continuous remote care platform, Virta provides medical and behavioral support that enables patients to achieve significant health improvements, including lower blood sugar levels and weight loss. Clinical trials have shown that 60% of enrolled patients achieved diabetes reversal within one year, while 94% of insulin users were able to reduce or eliminate their insulin use. Additionally, the benefits of Virta's treatment extend to metabolic and cardiovascular health, demonstrating sustained improvements in blood pressure, inflammation, liver function, and body mass index.

Aven is a financial services company offering a product that combines a credit card with a home equity line of credit. The Aven HELOC Card lets users access funds secured by their home equity and pay for purchases like a traditional card, while aiming to deliver lower interest rates than standard credit cards. By leveraging home equity, it seeks to reduce borrowing costs and simplify cash management for its customers.

Founded in 2013, Red Planet Labs develops innovative programming tools for software development. Its flagship tool significantly reduces engineering costs by encapsulating deployment, monitoring, and maintenance, enabling clients to build scalable applications at any scale.

Bunkerhill Health is a collaboration of academic institutions focused on developing, testing, and deploying artificial intelligence in healthcare. The organization builds and applies AI algorithms to clinical data and operates a training data consortium, a clinical trials network, and a distribution platform to enable hospitals, university labs, and industry researchers to train, validate, and deploy AI models within hospital environments.

Human API is a health data network that facilitates the real-time sharing and viewing of health information across various platforms. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, the company connects consumers with their health data from a wide range of sources, including 90% of US hospitals, electronic medical records, pharmacies, labs, and over 300 wearable devices and wellness applications. The platform utilizes a machine learning-powered data pipeline to structure health data into a consistent format, making it accessible for medical researchers and scientists. Importantly, Human API empowers consumers by giving them full control over the sharing of their health information, while also providing companies with a streamlined method to access fragmented health data.

Anchorage Digital is a regulated crypto platform that provides institutions with integrated custody, trading, staking, governance, and regulatory-compliance infrastructure for digital asset programs. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, it serves institutional clients globally with a secure, compliant framework and services designed to simplify oversight and asset management.

Spring Discovery, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Palo Alto, California, that specializes in the development of a machine learning-based drug discovery platform. This platform is designed to expedite the identification of therapies targeting the biological processes of aging and related diseases. By focusing on the underlying mechanisms of aging, Spring Discovery aims to uncover new treatments for various age-related conditions, including cardiovascular and neurodegenerative diseases. The company's innovative approach seeks to enhance healthy lifespans and improve the quality of life for the aging population.

Peach Finance, Inc. is a technology company based in Oakland, California, that specializes in developing a comprehensive loan management platform designed for finance, legal, and operations teams. Founded in 2018, Peach offers a software as a service (SaaS) solution that employs machine learning algorithms to enhance repayment rates while ensuring compliance with regulations. The platform is API-first and fully configurable, enabling lenders to efficiently launch and scale lending products across various asset classes. Its robust end-to-end servicing technology includes features such as a loan management system, borrower and agent portals, customer relationship management, omnichannel communications, payment processing, and reporting tools. Additionally, Peach Finance provides a unique Self-Service Portfolio Migration capability, aiming to empower lenders to innovate and improve the financial experiences of their customers.

Divvy Homes, Inc. is a tech-enabled real estate platform founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. The company operates in key markets including San Francisco, Atlanta, Cleveland, and Seattle, focusing on making homeownership more accessible. Divvy Homes facilitates rent-to-own arrangements by purchasing residential properties on behalf of renters, who then make monthly payments that contribute toward a future down payment. This model allows customers to build savings while living in their chosen home, ultimately enabling them to purchase the property when they are ready. By offering a transparent and straightforward approach to homeownership, Divvy Homes aims to address the housing affordability gap and provide families with a viable path to owning a home.

Founded in 2014, Socotra provides a cloud-based platform for the insurance sector. Its software supports policy administration, underwriting, claims management, billing, reporting, and other applications for property and casualty, and life insurance businesses worldwide.

SmithRx is a San Francisco-based company that designs and manages customized pharmacy benefit plans for employers, aiming to enhance employee guidance and satisfaction. Founded in 2016, SmithRx operates on a modern technology platform that emphasizes transparency, efficiency, and data analytics. The company provides a cost-competitive pharmacy benefit management (PBM) model, featuring a pass-through pricing structure, a unified technology system, and high-quality service assurances. Its in-house team combines expertise from various healthcare and technology sectors, including experience from notable companies, to deliver exceptional support and clinical programs. SmithRx focuses on empowering its clients with maximum flexibility and control over their pharmacy benefits, ultimately helping to reduce drug spending and improve the management of prescription benefits. The company's name reflects its commitment to precision and craftsmanship in the pharmacy benefits industry.

Emulate is a biotechnology company that develops organ-on-a-chip human emulation technology to model how diseases, medicines, chemicals, and foods affect human health. Its platform includes lung, intestinal, liver, and skin organ chips that reproduce normal biology and disease states, enabling human-relevant insights beyond traditional cell culture or animal models. The company also provides drug development tools and instrumentation software to support research and development workflows for researchers across biotechnology, pharmaceutical, consumer health, cosmetics, chemical, food, and agrochemical sectors, as well as government agencies and academic institutions. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Boston, Emulate aims to accelerate understanding of human biology and improve human health outcomes.

Virta Health Corp. is an online specialty medical clinic focused on reversing type 2 diabetes without the use of medications or surgery. Founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, the company utilizes a combination of nutritional biochemistry, clinical expertise, and data science to develop innovative treatments. Through its continuous remote care platform, Virta provides medical and behavioral support that enables patients to achieve significant health improvements, including lower blood sugar levels and weight loss. Clinical trials have shown that 60% of enrolled patients achieved diabetes reversal within one year, while 94% of insulin users were able to reduce or eliminate their insulin use. Additionally, the benefits of Virta's treatment extend to metabolic and cardiovascular health, demonstrating sustained improvements in blood pressure, inflammation, liver function, and body mass index.

O1Labs, established in 2017, is a blockchain technology company that specializes in zero knowledge cryptography and innovative cryptographic solutions. The company's significant contributions include the development of the Mina Protocol, recognized as the world's first lightweight, scalable, and decentralized zk blockchain. Additionally, O1Labs has created o1js, an intuitive framework designed to assist developers in building zk applications. By leveraging zero-knowledge proofs, O1Labs seeks to enhance blockchain accessibility and facilitate the creation of user-friendly cryptocurrency applications that operate natively in web browsers. The company's vision is to drive the next generation of applications powered by zero knowledge cryptography.

SmithRx is a San Francisco-based company that designs and manages customized pharmacy benefit plans for employers, aiming to enhance employee guidance and satisfaction. Founded in 2016, SmithRx operates on a modern technology platform that emphasizes transparency, efficiency, and data analytics. The company provides a cost-competitive pharmacy benefit management (PBM) model, featuring a pass-through pricing structure, a unified technology system, and high-quality service assurances. Its in-house team combines expertise from various healthcare and technology sectors, including experience from notable companies, to deliver exceptional support and clinical programs. SmithRx focuses on empowering its clients with maximum flexibility and control over their pharmacy benefits, ultimately helping to reduce drug spending and improve the management of prescription benefits. The company's name reflects its commitment to precision and craftsmanship in the pharmacy benefits industry.

Propel, Inc. is a software development company based in Brooklyn, New York, established in 2014. The company focuses on creating mobile applications aimed at improving the financial health of low-income Americans. Its primary product, Providers, is a free app designed for EBT cardholders, enabling them to manage their government benefits, such as SNAP and rental assistance. The app also helps users track their finances, save on essential purchases, and earn cash through various incentives. Propel's mission is to empower individuals by providing tools that facilitate better budgeting and financial management.

Kalo is a company established in 2015 that specializes in streamlining the onboarding, management, communication, and payment processes for external workers. The platform offers businesses a user-friendly solution to eliminate the complexities of spreadsheets and invoice emails, facilitating seamless collaboration with freelancers and vendors. Kalo's clientele includes notable organizations across various industries, such as technology and fashion, allowing them to enhance their operational efficiency and improve the overall experience of working with external teams.

Synthego is a biotechnology company specializing in genome engineering. It offers integrated hardware, software, bioinformatics, chemistries, and molecular biology platforms to advance basic research and therapeutic development. Its products include engineered cells, CRISPR kits, and bioinformatics tools for gene knockout, target validation, and disease modeling. Synthego serves scientists globally, with sales through distributors in multiple countries and online.

Suiteness, Inc. is a luxury travel startup that operates an online platform for booking high-end hotel suites, penthouses, and villas across the globe. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Oakland, California, Suiteness provides access to a unique inventory of luxurious accommodations, many of which are not available on other platforms. The service caters to luxury travelers, families, and large groups by offering suites with connecting rooms at competitive prices, facilitating shared spaces for groups of four or more. Guests can enjoy exclusive amenities such as private entrances, personal butlers, and private pools. Suiteness also partners with hotels to enhance their visibility and brand protection while promoting their premium offerings. Currently, the company operates in major cities including Las Vegas, New York, Miami, Orlando, Los Angeles, and London, with plans for rapid expansion. Suiteness was part of Y Combinator's Summer 2016 cohort and has secured funding from various investors to support its growth.

Q Bio, Inc., established in 2015, develops a comprehensive health assessment platform that combines advanced non-invasive imaging, genetic testing, vital signs, and medical history to provide a snapshot of an individual's health. The company's flagship product, Q BioVault, aggregates and summarizes an individual's entire medical history, identifying and tracking significant health changes. Q Bio's interdisciplinary team, based in San Carlos, California, comprises experts in applied math, computational physics, electrical engineering, genetics, and radiology. Backed by prominent venture capital firms, the company aims to empower healthcare professionals with proactive, data-driven insights to improve patient outcomes.

Zymergen, Inc. is a biotechnology company that focuses on researching, developing, and manufacturing microbes for various industries, including agriculture, chemicals, materials, pharmaceuticals, electronics, and personal care. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Emeryville, California, Zymergen employs a platform that integrates automation, machine learning, and genomics to enhance the efficiency of microbial strain optimization and production processes. This technology enables the company to improve existing manufacturing strains and facilitates the development of new products by engineering novel molecules from microbes. With additional offices in Boise, Idaho; Medford, Massachusetts; Seattle, Washington; and Tokyo, Japan, Zymergen aims to partner with nature to create innovative materials and products that deliver significant value across multiple sectors.

Metabiota, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company founded in 2008 that specializes in assessing and investigating infectious disease threats. The company employs pathogen discovery, disease detection, and threat characterization to provide data, analytics, and strategies aimed at reducing and preventing infectious disease outbreaks. Metabiota’s platform allows local authorities and organizations to prepare mitigation strategies and manage complex infectious disease risks effectively. By offering surveillance, recognition, and diagnosis of microbial threats, Metabiota plays a critical role in helping governments and corporations track and respond to global health challenges. Through its strategic global presence and partnerships, the company is dedicated to mitigating the impacts of epidemic threats.

Founded in 2014, Socotra provides a cloud-based platform for the insurance sector. Its software supports policy administration, underwriting, claims management, billing, reporting, and other applications for property and casualty, and life insurance businesses worldwide.

Metabiota, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company founded in 2008 that specializes in assessing and investigating infectious disease threats. The company employs pathogen discovery, disease detection, and threat characterization to provide data, analytics, and strategies aimed at reducing and preventing infectious disease outbreaks. Metabiota’s platform allows local authorities and organizations to prepare mitigation strategies and manage complex infectious disease risks effectively. By offering surveillance, recognition, and diagnosis of microbial threats, Metabiota plays a critical role in helping governments and corporations track and respond to global health challenges. Through its strategic global presence and partnerships, the company is dedicated to mitigating the impacts of epidemic threats.

Blend is a digital lending platform based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2012 by Erin Collard, Eugene Marinelli, Nima Ghamsari, and Rosco Hill. The company provides a cloud-based software solution that simplifies the application process for mortgages, consumer loans, and deposit accounts. By optimizing the customer journey, Blend enables financial institutions to enhance their services from application to closing. Its platform is utilized by over 285 leading banks, including Wells Fargo and U.S. Bank, facilitating the processing of more than $4 billion in loans daily. The company's offerings include a suite of products that streamline the entire origination process and a Title segment designed to improve the title, settlement, and closing procedures for various mortgage-related products. Blend's focus is on helping lenders acquire more customers, increase productivity, and strengthen customer relationships.

Somite.ai is a venture-backed company aiming to become the OpenAI of stem cell biology, developing AI foundation models to produce human tissue for cell therapies at scale for diseases such as diabetes, obesity, and muscular dystrophies. Somite's AI platform, AlphaStem, fuels a virtuous cycle: It enables new cell therapies, generating massive data that further improve the platform, empowering even faster therapy creation with broader applications. The company's pipeline includes the promising SMT-M01 program for Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) and the SMT-B01 program for metabolic disorders. Incorporated in Oct. 2023, Somite.ai has raised over $10m to date.