Shine Capital is a venture capital firm established in 2020 and located in New York, New York. The firm focuses on partnering with innovative and determined entrepreneurs during the initial stages of company development, specifically targeting seed and series A investment rounds. As a Registered Investment Adviser, Shine Capital seeks to support and nurture early-stage companies by providing the necessary resources and guidance to help them succeed in their respective markets.
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Antares
Series A in 2024
Designing and building fission microreactors
Mother Games
Pre Seed Round in 2024
MOTHER Games is an art and media company that creates transformative experiences through play, blending creativity and innovation to craft unique and engaging interactive experiences.
10Beauty
Series A in 2024
10Beauty, based in Burlington, MA, is an innovative company focused on transforming the beauty services industry by utilizing robotics and automation. It aims to redefine how individuals interact with beauty technology, specifically through the development of home manicure machines. The company has successfully created the world's first full manicure machine and has pre-sold over $13 million in annual subscriptions for its manicure pods to initial launch partners. With a strong and diverse team of 30 professionals, 10Beauty boasts extensive experience in product development, having collectively launched over 75 new products. This approach positions 10Beauty as a leader in making beauty services more accessible from the comfort of home.
Visia AI
Seed Round in 2024
BinIt, founded in 2019 and based in New York, focuses on enhancing waste management through data-driven decision-making. The company has developed an artificial intelligence-based software that improves waste segregation by utilizing a computer vision platform. This platform specializes in error detection, quality standardization, machine maintenance, pricing, and usage analytics. By providing these capabilities, BinIt aims to create safer and more transparent recycling processes for industry leaders across different stages of the circular economy, helping materials recovery facilities manage waste more effectively and maximize its value.
Genie
Pre Seed Round in 2023
Genie empowers data science and R&D teams to rapidly turn their data analysis code, AI models and simulations into shareable web applications. With Genie’s low/no-code web development tools, they can build a wide range of data apps, from analytics dashboards to AI prototypes and products, simulation apps and smart tools, driving business impact faster and at a fraction of the cost of traditional software development.
Blackbird
Series A in 2023
Blackbird Labs is a web3 hospitality technology platform founded in 2022 by Ben Leventhal and based in New York, United States. The company focuses on directly connecting restaurants with their customers through loyalty and membership services. By leveraging innovative software solutions, Blackbird Labs aims to enhance the dining experience, facilitating meaningful and ongoing interactions between restaurants and their guests. The platform is designed to transform how hospitality businesses engage with their clientele, ultimately elevating customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Mentra
Seed Round in 2023
Mentra is a company focused on empowering underserved communities by addressing systemic inequality in the job market. Their platform specializes in connecting neurodiverse talent, particularly individuals with autism, with inclusive employers who appreciate the unique strengths these candidates offer. By fostering a supportive environment, Mentra aims to reduce the stigma surrounding disability hiring and facilitate a more diverse workforce. The platform not only matches job seekers with suitable positions but also provides ongoing mentorship to ensure that new hires thrive in their roles. Ultimately, Mentra's mission is to promote neurodiversity in the workplace, creating economic opportunities for individuals while enhancing thought diversity for employers.
Polimorphic
Seed Round in 2023
Polimorphic, founded in 2018 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, operates an online news database focused on politicians while also providing information about campaigns, civic groups, and government initiatives. The company develops constituent relationship management software specifically designed for local governments, facilitating better interaction with constituents. By replacing traditional physical workflows with digital solutions, Polimorphic's platform includes features such as service requests, payments, and AI-powered search tools. These innovations aim to streamline communication and enhance efficiency, enabling local governments to centralize constituent information, automate routine tasks, and offer self-service options for residents. Additionally, Polimorphic has created a public-facing generative AI tool and a free AI search and chat feature for cities and counties nationwide.
Rose Rocket
Series B in 2023
Rose Rocket, Inc. is a Toronto-based company that develops transportation management software specifically designed for the trucking industry, focusing on less-than-truckload carriers. Founded in 2015, the company's software streamlines the entire order process, facilitating efficient tracking from order placement to delivery. It connects shippers with brokers, carriers, private fleet operators, and third-party logistics providers through an online portal, enhancing communication and collaboration across the supply chain. By automating manual tasks and providing real-time information, Rose Rocket enables users to improve operational efficiency and maintain an audit trail throughout the logistics process.
Two
Series A in 2023
Two is a fintech startup that is building something akin to buy now, pay later for B2B purchases.
Numerai
Series B in 2023
Numerai, LLC is an employee-owned hedge fund sponsor established in 2015 and based in San Francisco, California. It operates as a unique hedge fund that leverages a network of data scientists to develop investment strategies. The firm employs a long/short investment approach in global equity markets. Numerai's platform transforms financial data into machine learning challenges and organizes data science competitions aimed at predicting stock market movements. By doing so, it enables participants to create predictive models, ultimately enhancing the potential for returns on investments and facilitating profitable outcomes for investors.
VitaDAO
Venture Round in 2023
VitaDAO, founded in 2021 and based in Berlin, is a decentralized collective focused on funding early-stage research in longevity science. The organization aims to extend human lifespan by financing and commercializing therapeutics related to longevity in an open and democratic manner. VitaDAO is dedicated to nurturing the intellectual property, licenses, and data sets generated by its supported projects. Membership is open to individuals who can acquire VITA tokens through purchase or by contributing work or intellectual property. Through its collaborative approach, VitaDAO fosters innovation in longevity research, aligning the interests of its members with advancements in this vital field.
Sentiment
Seed Round in 2023
Sentiment is a decentralized finance (DeFi) company that specializes in undercollateralized borrowing. Its core product is a permissionless DeFi protocol, designed to enhance capital efficiency by creating innovative liquidity markets. The platform mitigates solvency risk for lenders and maximizes capital efficiency for borrowers, all in a non-custodial and trustless manner, allowing clients to optimize the use of their capital.
Blackbird
Seed Round in 2022
Blackbird Labs is a web3 hospitality technology platform founded in 2022 by Ben Leventhal and based in New York, United States. The company focuses on directly connecting restaurants with their customers through loyalty and membership services. By leveraging innovative software solutions, Blackbird Labs aims to enhance the dining experience, facilitating meaningful and ongoing interactions between restaurants and their guests. The platform is designed to transform how hospitality businesses engage with their clientele, ultimately elevating customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Zenskar
Seed Round in 2022
Zenskar specializes in creating billing and pricing infrastructure tailored for SaaS companies that utilize usage-based pricing models. The company's software facilitates the management of complex pricing structures and contract handling, allowing businesses to streamline their operations. Zenskar's solutions include usage data metering, automated revenue accounting, and tools for monitoring key performance indicators. Additionally, the software supports the establishment of dunning workflows, enabling companies to efficiently track sales, manage payments, and optimize cash flow.
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Seed Round in 2022
[untitled] is a music community that focuses on supporting musicians in their creative endeavors. By empowering a new generation of artists, the company enables them to create freely for themselves and their fans, without the limitations imposed by traditional genres and playlists. This approach encourages artistic curiosity and allows artists to nurture their creative processes, fostering a vibrant environment for innovation and expression in the music industry.
Goldsky
Seed Round in 2022
Goldsky is a developer-focused platform that enables the creation of real-time application programming interfaces (APIs) using data from Ethereum and other blockchain networks. The company's software simplifies the process for developers by providing the necessary tools to build reliable, real-time applications without the need for extensive data manipulation in their front-ends or back-ends. By streamlining access to blockchain data, Goldsky empowers developers to quickly and efficiently develop applications that rely on real-time information.
Dynamic Labs
Seed Round in 2022
Dynamic Labs is a developer of a wallet-based authentication and authorization platform that facilitates the adoption of non-fungible token wallets. The platform enables developers to implement wallet-based login, onboarding, and authentication processes, while also allowing for the addition and removal of blockchain networks. It provides tools for information collection and the structuring of access lists and gates, empowering developers to create customized authentication and user management solutions for their clients. By focusing on multi-chain capabilities, Dynamic Labs aims to streamline and enhance the user experience in digital identity management.
Toucan
Seed Round in 2022
Toucan is focused on developing technology to enhance the voluntary carbon market by creating a transparent and high-integrity digital infrastructure. The company aims to unlock climate action at scale by increasing the flow of revenue to effective climate impact projects. As an early player in the market for tokenized credits, Toucan's technology is designed to integrate both established and emerging environmental assets onto the blockchain. Through its efforts, Toucan seeks to build a regenerative financial system that addresses climate change and supports sustainable practices.
Hivemapper
Series A in 2022
Hivemapper Inc. is a community-driven mapping network that specializes in real-time, community-edited map applications specifically designed for drones. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, Hivemapper enables users to capture and share waypoints, creating safe routes for autonomous navigation. The platform allows contributors to collect and upload map information using various imaging hardware, including drones, resulting in detailed and up-to-date 3D maps. This approach enhances mapping coverage, freshness, and quality, providing a cost-effective solution for users in need of reliable navigation data. Hivemapper operates as a subsidiary of Sidebar, Inc.
Zuro
Seed Round in 2022
Zuro is currently used by enterprises, banks and government agencies worldwide.They have delivered outstanding results for their clients, contact us for case studies and references.
Flamingo DAO
Venture Round in 2022
Flamingo DAO is a decentralized autonomous organization that specializes in non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and blockchain-based assets. Its primary objective is to explore and capitalize on emerging investment opportunities within this space. The organization develops software that facilitates the support, purchase, archiving, and collection of significant digital assets. Additionally, Flamingo DAO enables users to create, monetize, and incentivize online digital content through its platform, which promotes seamless cryptocurrency transactions. By focusing on ownable digital assets, Flamingo DAO positions itself as a key player in the evolving landscape of blockchain technology and digital ownership.
NALA
Seed Round in 2022
NALA Incorporation Company Limited is a FinTech firm based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, founded in 2017. The company develops a mobile payments application that facilitates various financial transactions, including peer-to-peer payments, bill payments, and airtime top-ups, all without the need for an internet connection. NALA's platform is designed to enhance financial inclusion by offering services that include money transfers, budgeting tools, and transaction tracking. The application also features advanced security measures such as bank-grade encryption and multi-factor authentication, ensuring safe and reliable transactions, particularly in areas with limited internet access. Through its services, NALA aims to support mobile money transfers for Africans worldwide, promoting seamless international payments and digital financial services.
Sika Health
Seed Round in 2022
Sika Health is a New York-based company founded in 2021 that specializes in payment solutions for the healthcare sector. The firm focuses on developing technology that facilitates the integration of health wallets, allowing users to manage expenses related to medical bills, dental services, and medications. By partnering with health and wellness brands, Sika Health's technology aims to enhance the customer experience at the point of sale, helping individuals discover and qualify for wallet purchases seamlessly. This approach not only minimizes the risk of cart abandonment but also encourages consumers to utilize their health benefits in a manner that aligns with their personal health needs and goals.
Flashtract
Series A in 2022
Flashtract is a construction billing software that offers an online platform designed to automate payment processes within the construction industry. It enables general contractors and subcontractors to efficiently manage paperwork and payments, streamlining the submission and approval of billing documents such as pay applications and lien waivers. Subcontractors benefit from faster payment times and reduced administrative burdens, while general contractors can quickly collect and review necessary documentation. The cloud-based system also allows users to manage projects, track deadlines, and confirm project completion, ensuring fair compensation throughout the construction process.
Meow
Seed Round in 2021
Meow Technologies is a financial technology company, not a bank. Banking services are provided by FirstBank, a Tennessee corporation, and by Grasshopper Bank, N.A. and Third Coast Bank SSB; Members FDIC. Meow offers businesses checking accounts with interest, treasury management services, invoicing, bill pay and more.
Rose Rocket
Series A in 2021
Rose Rocket, Inc. is a Toronto-based company that develops transportation management software specifically designed for the trucking industry, focusing on less-than-truckload carriers. Founded in 2015, the company's software streamlines the entire order process, facilitating efficient tracking from order placement to delivery. It connects shippers with brokers, carriers, private fleet operators, and third-party logistics providers through an online portal, enhancing communication and collaboration across the supply chain. By automating manual tasks and providing real-time information, Rose Rocket enables users to improve operational efficiency and maintain an audit trail throughout the logistics process.
Notion
Series C in 2021
Notion is a comprehensive productivity and collaboration platform that integrates note-taking, task management, and database features into a single user-friendly interface. It enables users to create customizable workspaces tailored for various functions such as personal organization, project management, and team collaboration. Notion provides a range of templates for distinct tasks, including customer relationship management and content management, making it suitable for both individuals and teams. Additionally, the platform supports integration with popular external tools like Google Calendar, Slack, and GitHub, further enhancing its versatility. Notion also features an AI component that aids users in tasks such as text generation and predictive analytics, contributing to improved efficiency and workflow management.
Kingdom Supercultures
Series A in 2021
Kingdom Supercultures specializes in the development and production of microbial cultures that assist food manufacturers in creating innovative food products. Founded in 2019 and based in Brooklyn, New York, the company offers Koji, a traditional Japanese ingredient used in various fermented foods and beverages. Their technology utilizes an extensive biobank of Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) microbial strains and employs automated systems to characterize and assemble these strains into new combinations. This enables the production of plant-based foods that replicate dairy flavors, low-alcohol beverages with rich taste, and effective natural preservatives. Kingdom Supercultures collaborates with clients across multiple sectors, including food, beverage, personal care, and beauty, focusing on enhancing the health and sustainability of food offerings.
Polimorphic
Seed Round in 2021
Polimorphic, founded in 2018 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, operates an online news database focused on politicians while also providing information about campaigns, civic groups, and government initiatives. The company develops constituent relationship management software specifically designed for local governments, facilitating better interaction with constituents. By replacing traditional physical workflows with digital solutions, Polimorphic's platform includes features such as service requests, payments, and AI-powered search tools. These innovations aim to streamline communication and enhance efficiency, enabling local governments to centralize constituent information, automate routine tasks, and offer self-service options for residents. Additionally, Polimorphic has created a public-facing generative AI tool and a free AI search and chat feature for cities and counties nationwide.
Tropic
Series A in 2021
Tropic provides a buyer enablement platform designed to assist finance and procurement teams in managing technology spending effectively. By integrating unbiased market data with spend management tools, Tropic enables organizations to reduce costs, enhance efficiency, and maintain visibility over their expenditures. The platform facilitates connections between businesses and vendors based on specific needs, streamlining the process of finding, researching, and managing vendor relationships. This approach not only saves time for buyers but also allows vendors to adjust their offerings or pricing, improving the likelihood of successful transactions. Overall, Tropic aims to optimize the buyer-seller dynamic by ensuring that product quality remains a central factor in achieving success.
Kinta AI
Series A in 2021
Kinta Artificial Intelligence is a rapidly growing company focused on addressing modern manufacturing challenges through its innovative AI-powered platform. This platform leverages deep learning and reinforcement learning to enhance production planning, enabling manufacturers to optimize resource use and manage supply and demand uncertainties effectively. By offering solutions that lead to both immediate and ongoing cost savings, Kinta supports advanced manufacturers in their transition to Industry 4.0. The company has established itself as a trusted partner for major global manufacturers, including Stanley Black & Decker, BASF, and Diebold Nixdorf, by providing tools that facilitate greater efficiency and flexibility in production systems.
Trynow
Series A in 2021
TryNow is an innovative e-commerce platform that offers a try-before-you-buy solution for shoppers and Shopify brands. By transforming customers' living rooms into fitting rooms, TryNow allows users to receive and test apparel before making a purchase. The platform facilitates the authorization of credit cards and tracks the items customers try, ensuring that payments are only processed for the items they choose to keep. This approach not only enhances the shopping experience but also helps businesses increase their sales and productivity by reducing returns and improving customer satisfaction.
Reggora
Series B in 2021
Reggora, Inc. is an appraisal technology company based in Boston, Massachusetts, that specializes in providing a cloud-based platform for mortgage lenders and real estate appraisers. The software automates various manual processes, from order allocation to quality control, which helps reduce costs and increase efficiency. It offers tools for lenders that enhance customization and streamline tasks related to accounting and underwriting. For appraisers, Reggora provides management tools that facilitate the appraisal process and improve operational efficiency. This two-sided platform aims to deliver higher-quality appraisals and quicker turnaround times, allowing appraisers to manage more orders effectively. Reggora was founded in 2016 and was previously known as Sonder Partners, LLC before rebranding in May 2017.
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