Nascent Materials
Seed Round in 2025
Nascent Materials specializes in the production and scaling of advanced cathode materials for lithium-ion batteries. The company employs proprietary chemistry and manufacturing processes, along with deep supply chain expertise, to develop and supply high-quality, nickel-rich cathode materials at competitive prices. Its products cater to the electric vehicle, consumer electronics, and computer and communication sectors, ensuring clients access to safe, affordable, and abundant battery technologies.
Flair
Venture Round in 2024
Flair makes smart vents and wireless thermostats and advanced software for residential heating and cooling. The company builds smart hardware and software for HVAC controls focused on efficiency, comfort, electrification, and smart grid integration. The company's products are sold through multiple channels including direct to consumer, HVAC distribution, and utilities.
Findster
Seed Round in 2024
Findster is a pet technology company specializing in GPS tracking devices. Its flagship product, Findster Duo, introduced in 2016, offers real-time pet location monitoring without monthly fees. Powered by its proprietary Maze® technology, Findster Duo enables long-range, off-grid communication between modules, allowing features such as real-time tracking, virtual fence creation, and instant alerts. The product has gained significant popularity, ranking as the #1 bestseller in its category on Amazon.com and being used in over 80 countries.
AquaLith Advanced Materials
Seed Round in 2024
AquaLith Advanced Materials specializes in the development of innovative lithium-ion battery materials. The company has secured exclusive rights to a portfolio of patents from the University of Maryland, which focus on advancements made by researchers in the field of chemical and materials engineering. AquaLith's technology includes an ultra-high energy cathode, a novel silicon anode, and a non-flammable aqueous electrolyte, all designed to enhance the performance of lithium-ion batteries. This technology addresses key challenges such as efficiency in low temperatures, faster charging times, and improved safety by reducing fire risks associated with short circuits. The company's materials aim to provide high energy density while being cost-effective and abundant, ultimately benefiting consumer electronics and other applications in need of reliable battery solutions.
PriyoShop
Seed Round in 2024
PriyoShop operates as an on-demand B2B marketplace in Bangladesh that connects small-scale retailers directly with manufacturers and suppliers to fix the fragmented supply chain. The platform offers products across clothing, footwear, jewelry, accessories, electronics, and appliances at discounted prices and includes embedded finance to improve access to credit and working capital, enabling retailers to secure better pricing and streamline procurement while reducing time spent visiting wholesalers.
Chronus Health
Convertible Note in 2024
Chronus Health develops a portable diagnostic device for delivering point-of-care lab results in minutes. Its device enables real-time diagnosis at the point-of-care, improving time to care and patient outcomes.
Monogram Creative Console
Convertible Note in 2023
Monogram Creative Console is a company that specializes in designing modular hardware interfaces for creative software, enabling users to create personalized controllers using sliders, dials, and buttons. Their innovative product allows photographers, videographers, and other creatives to enhance their editing processes through a tactile and intuitive interface. The system consists of magnetically connecting components that facilitate efficient control of software applications, including popular programs like Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop, and Premiere Pro. Founded by Ashish Bidadi and Calvin Chu, Monogram Creative Console seeks to improve workflow versatility and productivity for its users. The company's products are widely available through various retail partners and are shipped to over 46 countries. Monogram has received recognition for its design excellence, including a Gold award at the User Experience Design Awards in 2015.
Bartesian
Series B in 2023
Bartesian Inc. is a manufacturer of a cocktail-making machine that enables customers to create customized, bar-quality cocktails at home using a capsule-based system. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the company offers a robotic bartender that utilizes pre-mixed ingredient pods, allowing users to prepare a variety of cocktails, such as martinis and cosmos, at the press of a button. The machine combines alcohol, juices, bitters, and water from specialty pods, ensuring a seamless and authentic cocktail experience. Formerly known as MaxMixology Inc., the company adopted its current name in January 2015.
MobiGarage
Seed Round in 2023
MobiGarage is a company specializing in the refurbishment and resale of smartphones, aiming to transform the second-hand mobile supply chain in India. By leveraging Artificial Intelligence, MobiGarage offers refurbished smartphones that are rigorously tested and revamped with certified components, providing consumers with devices that are significantly more affordable—up to 70% cheaper than new models. The company serves a growing market of over 100,000 smartphones annually and is experiencing monthly growth of 20%. MobiGarage operates through an e-commerce platform and an innovative hub-and-spoke model, targeting consumers in Tier 2, Tier 3, and Tier 4 markets, thus facilitating access to technology for individuals in lower-income brackets and enhancing their digital experiences.
PriyoShop
Seed Round in 2023
PriyoShop operates as an on-demand B2B marketplace in Bangladesh that connects small-scale retailers directly with manufacturers and suppliers to fix the fragmented supply chain. The platform offers products across clothing, footwear, jewelry, accessories, electronics, and appliances at discounted prices and includes embedded finance to improve access to credit and working capital, enabling retailers to secure better pricing and streamline procurement while reducing time spent visiting wholesalers.
SAVA develops advanced biosensing technology for painless, real-time, and affordable health monitoring. Their innovative solutions enable continuous tracking of glucose and lactate levels, empowering users with real-time bodily insights to optimize performance and nutrition.
Looking Glass Factory
Series B in 2022
Founded in 2015, Looking Glass Factory develops and manufactures holographic displays designed for 3D creators. Its flagship product, the Looking Glass, combines light field and volumetric display technologies to enable users to create, share, and interact with 3D content without needing VR or AR headsets.
Monogram Creative Console
Seed Round in 2022
Monogram Creative Console is a company that specializes in designing modular hardware interfaces for creative software, enabling users to create personalized controllers using sliders, dials, and buttons. Their innovative product allows photographers, videographers, and other creatives to enhance their editing processes through a tactile and intuitive interface. The system consists of magnetically connecting components that facilitate efficient control of software applications, including popular programs like Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop, and Premiere Pro. Founded by Ashish Bidadi and Calvin Chu, Monogram Creative Console seeks to improve workflow versatility and productivity for its users. The company's products are widely available through various retail partners and are shipped to over 46 countries. Monogram has received recognition for its design excellence, including a Gold award at the User Experience Design Awards in 2015.
PriceOye
Seed Round in 2022
PriceOye is an e-commerce platform based in Islamabad, Pakistan, that enables users to compare prices for consumer electronics across online retailers. The platform aggregates product specifications, reviews, photos, and pricing from multiple sources to help buyers find the lowest price and make informed purchasing decisions, while aiming to reduce counterfeit products and build trust.
Looking Glass Factory
Convertible Note in 2022
Founded in 2015, Looking Glass Factory develops and manufactures holographic displays designed for 3D creators. Its flagship product, the Looking Glass, combines light field and volumetric display technologies to enable users to create, share, and interact with 3D content without needing VR or AR headsets.
Tinychef
Convertible Note in 2022
Tinychef is a pioneering voice-activated cooking platform that streamlines meal planning, shopping, and preparation. It offers features like voice-interactive recipes, personalized meal plans, contextual advertising, and grocery integration, making home cooking more efficient and enjoyable.
Moona
Convertible Note in 2022
Moona is an innovative company that specializes in enhancing sleep quality through temperature regulation. Founded in 2016 and based in Paris, France, Moona has developed a sophisticated sleep device that adapts to the user’s head temperature throughout the night, optimizing comfort for better rest. The system utilizes a unique water-based cooling pillow pad made from a thin membrane and memory foam, which facilitates a smooth transition between cooling and heating. This design helps users achieve the ideal body temperature conducive to sleep, ultimately improving overall sleep experiences.
Jagofon
Seed Round in 2022
Jagofon is an online marketplace focused on the buying and selling of second-hand smartphones. The company aims to rebuild trust in the second-hand smartphone market through stringent quality control measures. By facilitating the exchange of pre-owned devices, Jagofon not only provides a cost-effective solution for consumers but also addresses environmental concerns by reducing electronic waste. Through its operations, the company seeks to promote sustainability while ensuring customers receive reliable products.
Badili
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Badili is a Nairobi-based company established in 2021 that specializes in the buying and selling of used and refurbished mobile phones. The company operates a re-commerce platform aimed at making affordable, high-quality used phones accessible to a broad audience. By providing a diverse selection of renewed mobile devices, Badili enables customers to save money while also contributing to the reduction of electronic waste by extending the life cycle of used phones.
Carv
Venture Round in 2022
Carv is a wearable device designed for skiing, offering real-time feedback to enhance technique. Built in collaboration with Olympians, Carv measures motion and pressure distribution, providing actionable insights via earphones during skiing. It connects wirelessly to smartphones, catering to casual skiers seeking simple feedback and advanced/professional skiers aiming for detailed metrics.
Flair makes smart vents and wireless thermostats and advanced software for residential heating and cooling. The company builds smart hardware and software for HVAC controls focused on efficiency, comfort, electrification, and smart grid integration. The company's products are sold through multiple channels including direct to consumer, HVAC distribution, and utilities.
PriyoShop
Seed Round in 2022
PriyoShop operates as an on-demand B2B marketplace in Bangladesh that connects small-scale retailers directly with manufacturers and suppliers to fix the fragmented supply chain. The platform offers products across clothing, footwear, jewelry, accessories, electronics, and appliances at discounted prices and includes embedded finance to improve access to credit and working capital, enabling retailers to secure better pricing and streamline procurement while reducing time spent visiting wholesalers.
Chronus Health
Series A in 2022
Chronus Health develops a portable diagnostic device for delivering point-of-care lab results in minutes. Its device enables real-time diagnosis at the point-of-care, improving time to care and patient outcomes.
PriceOye
Seed Round in 2021
PriceOye is an e-commerce platform based in Islamabad, Pakistan, that enables users to compare prices for consumer electronics across online retailers. The platform aggregates product specifications, reviews, photos, and pricing from multiple sources to help buyers find the lowest price and make informed purchasing decisions, while aiming to reduce counterfeit products and build trust.
Cradlewise
Seed Round in 2021
Cradlewise develops intelligent baby cribs that learn a baby's sleep patterns, mimicking a parent's soothing motion to help lull them back to sleep. Its smart cradles monitor infant health and activity, including breath rate, posture, and movement, aiming to enhance parental care and reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome.
EMYS
Convertible Note in 2021
Emys develops customized social robots aimed at teaching foreign languages to children aged 3 to 7 through engaging interactions. These robots are designed to appeal to multiple senses and utilize familiar language, drawing from children's favorite cartoons, toys, and everyday items. Capable of movement, speech, facial recognition, and emotional expression, the robots foster a sense of bonding and companionship, enhancing the language learning experience. Emys combines the expertise of engineers, designers, and educators to integrate robotic technology into children's daily lives. The company has benefited from participation in a prominent hardware startup accelerator and has established operations in Shenzhen, China, to leverage local manufacturing capabilities and technical mentorship. This background supports Emys's mission to create an effective and affordable language learning tool for young children.
Mindset Innovation, Inc., based in Montreal, Canada, designs and manufactures headphones aimed at enhancing employee concentration. The company's flagship product line includes enophones, enosound, and enowork, which utilize advanced technology such as electroencephalograms to monitor brainwaves in real-time. These headphones not only track mental fitness but also alert users when their concentration levels drop, promoting improved focus and the development of positive work habits. By enabling users to understand and manage their attention more effectively, the eno platform seeks to unlock individual potential and foster a more productive work environment. Founded in 2016, Mindset Innovation offers its products through online channels, emphasizing user engagement and self-improvement in workplace settings.
Looking Glass Factory
Series A in 2021
Founded in 2015, Looking Glass Factory develops and manufactures holographic displays designed for 3D creators. Its flagship product, the Looking Glass, combines light field and volumetric display technologies to enable users to create, share, and interact with 3D content without needing VR or AR headsets.
Tinychef
Seed Round in 2021
Tinychef is a pioneering voice-activated cooking platform that streamlines meal planning, shopping, and preparation. It offers features like voice-interactive recipes, personalized meal plans, contextual advertising, and grocery integration, making home cooking more efficient and enjoyable.
MobiGarage
Seed Round in 2021
MobiGarage is a company specializing in the refurbishment and resale of smartphones, aiming to transform the second-hand mobile supply chain in India. By leveraging Artificial Intelligence, MobiGarage offers refurbished smartphones that are rigorously tested and revamped with certified components, providing consumers with devices that are significantly more affordable—up to 70% cheaper than new models. The company serves a growing market of over 100,000 smartphones annually and is experiencing monthly growth of 20%. MobiGarage operates through an e-commerce platform and an innovative hub-and-spoke model, targeting consumers in Tier 2, Tier 3, and Tier 4 markets, thus facilitating access to technology for individuals in lower-income brackets and enhancing their digital experiences.
Caura
Convertible Note in 2021
Caura Ltd. is a London-based company that specializes in designing and manufacturing innovative vehicle management solutions. The company's platform facilitates payments for essential car-related expenses, including parking, tolls, congestion charges, MOTs, vehicle tax, and insurance. Caura Protect, an FCA-registered product, enables drivers to purchase and manage motor insurance from multiple insurers. Additionally, Caura Maintain streamlines the management of MOTs and vehicle servicing. Founded in 2018, Caura aims to simplify car ownership by integrating various services into an accessible platform, enhancing the overall experience for drivers.
Flair
Funding Round in 2021
Flair makes smart vents and wireless thermostats and advanced software for residential heating and cooling. The company builds smart hardware and software for HVAC controls focused on efficiency, comfort, electrification, and smart grid integration. The company's products are sold through multiple channels including direct to consumer, HVAC distribution, and utilities.
PriceOye
Convertible Note in 2021
PriceOye is an e-commerce platform based in Islamabad, Pakistan, that enables users to compare prices for consumer electronics across online retailers. The platform aggregates product specifications, reviews, photos, and pricing from multiple sources to help buyers find the lowest price and make informed purchasing decisions, while aiming to reduce counterfeit products and build trust.
Bartesian
Series A in 2021
Bartesian Inc. is a manufacturer of a cocktail-making machine that enables customers to create customized, bar-quality cocktails at home using a capsule-based system. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the company offers a robotic bartender that utilizes pre-mixed ingredient pods, allowing users to prepare a variety of cocktails, such as martinis and cosmos, at the press of a button. The machine combines alcohol, juices, bitters, and water from specialty pods, ensuring a seamless and authentic cocktail experience. Formerly known as MaxMixology Inc., the company adopted its current name in January 2015.
Chronus Health
Convertible Note in 2021
Chronus Health develops a portable diagnostic device for delivering point-of-care lab results in minutes. Its device enables real-time diagnosis at the point-of-care, improving time to care and patient outcomes.
Preemadonna
Seed Round in 2021
Preemadonna specializes in AI-powered beauty technology for Generation Z and Alpha creators. Its flagship product, Nailbot, is an automated device that prints art and photos on nails in five seconds. The company also offers proprietary software, fast-drying consumables, and devices for personalized beauty experiences across retail platforms.
Emys develops customized social robots aimed at teaching foreign languages to children aged 3 to 7 through engaging interactions. These robots are designed to appeal to multiple senses and utilize familiar language, drawing from children's favorite cartoons, toys, and everyday items. Capable of movement, speech, facial recognition, and emotional expression, the robots foster a sense of bonding and companionship, enhancing the language learning experience. Emys combines the expertise of engineers, designers, and educators to integrate robotic technology into children's daily lives. The company has benefited from participation in a prominent hardware startup accelerator and has established operations in Shenzhen, China, to leverage local manufacturing capabilities and technical mentorship. This background supports Emys's mission to create an effective and affordable language learning tool for young children.
Tinychef
Seed Round in 2020
Tinychef is a pioneering voice-activated cooking platform that streamlines meal planning, shopping, and preparation. It offers features like voice-interactive recipes, personalized meal plans, contextual advertising, and grocery integration, making home cooking more efficient and enjoyable.
Carv is a wearable device designed for skiing, offering real-time feedback to enhance technique. Built in collaboration with Olympians, Carv measures motion and pressure distribution, providing actionable insights via earphones during skiing. It connects wirelessly to smartphones, catering to casual skiers seeking simple feedback and advanced/professional skiers aiming for detailed metrics.
PriceOye
Seed Round in 2020
PriceOye is an e-commerce platform based in Islamabad, Pakistan, that enables users to compare prices for consumer electronics across online retailers. The platform aggregates product specifications, reviews, photos, and pricing from multiple sources to help buyers find the lowest price and make informed purchasing decisions, while aiming to reduce counterfeit products and build trust.
MobiGarage
Seed Round in 2020
MobiGarage is a company specializing in the refurbishment and resale of smartphones, aiming to transform the second-hand mobile supply chain in India. By leveraging Artificial Intelligence, MobiGarage offers refurbished smartphones that are rigorously tested and revamped with certified components, providing consumers with devices that are significantly more affordable—up to 70% cheaper than new models. The company serves a growing market of over 100,000 smartphones annually and is experiencing monthly growth of 20%. MobiGarage operates through an e-commerce platform and an innovative hub-and-spoke model, targeting consumers in Tier 2, Tier 3, and Tier 4 markets, thus facilitating access to technology for individuals in lower-income brackets and enhancing their digital experiences.
Petcube is a developer of interactive Wi‑Fi pet cameras and related software that connects pets to their owners from anywhere. The company offers products such as Petcube Play 2, a smart HD pet camera with a laser toy and a 160° viewing angle, and Petcube Bites 2, a camera with a treat dispenser for training and rewards, both providing real‑time video, two‑way audio, and remote monitoring. Petcube Care delivers video history and alerts, and the company markets its devices online. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, Petcube focuses on using technology to enhance pet care through connected devices and software platforms that support monitoring, interaction, and enrichment for pets.
Moona
Debt Financing in 2020
Moona is an innovative company that specializes in enhancing sleep quality through temperature regulation. Founded in 2016 and based in Paris, France, Moona has developed a sophisticated sleep device that adapts to the user’s head temperature throughout the night, optimizing comfort for better rest. The system utilizes a unique water-based cooling pillow pad made from a thin membrane and memory foam, which facilitates a smooth transition between cooling and heating. This design helps users achieve the ideal body temperature conducive to sleep, ultimately improving overall sleep experiences.
Roadie Music is a music technology company founded by Hassane Slaibi and Bassam Jalgha, with offices in Seattle and Beirut. It specializes in creating innovative tools designed for musicians and music enthusiasts, combining their passions for music and technology. The company gained recognition with its first product, the Roadie Tuner, launched in 2013, which won the TechCrunch Disrupt 2014 Audience Choice Award. Subsequent products, including Roadie 2, Roadie Bass, and Roadie 3, were released in 2017, 2018, and 2020, respectively, each building on the success of its predecessor. Roadie Music focuses on enhancing tuning accuracy and noise immunity, allowing musicians to easily switch tunings and achieve precise pitch adjustments. Currently, the company is expanding into music education with the development of a new hardware solution and the launch of its guided teaching app, Ukulele by Roadie.
EMYS
Convertible Note in 2020
Emys develops customized social robots aimed at teaching foreign languages to children aged 3 to 7 through engaging interactions. These robots are designed to appeal to multiple senses and utilize familiar language, drawing from children's favorite cartoons, toys, and everyday items. Capable of movement, speech, facial recognition, and emotional expression, the robots foster a sense of bonding and companionship, enhancing the language learning experience. Emys combines the expertise of engineers, designers, and educators to integrate robotic technology into children's daily lives. The company has benefited from participation in a prominent hardware startup accelerator and has established operations in Shenzhen, China, to leverage local manufacturing capabilities and technical mentorship. This background supports Emys's mission to create an effective and affordable language learning tool for young children.
Lilu
Convertible Note in 2020
Lilu develops innovative, tech-enabled devices for new mothers. Its flagship product is a massage bra that mimics a baby's natural motions during breastfeeding, enhancing milk output and reducing associated discomfort. The company aims to empower women by improving lactation outcomes and managing breast milk supply efficiently.
Looking Glass Factory
Series A in 2020
Founded in 2015, Looking Glass Factory develops and manufactures holographic displays designed for 3D creators. Its flagship product, the Looking Glass, combines light field and volumetric display technologies to enable users to create, share, and interact with 3D content without needing VR or AR headsets.
Nura Operations Pty Ltd. is an Australian company founded in 2016 and headquartered in Brunswick. The firm specializes in the development and manufacture of innovative headphones that personalize sound based on users' neural responses to music. Its flagship product, the nuraphone, employs advanced technology to automatically assess individual hearing profiles, adapting audio output to suit each listener's unique auditory characteristics. This personalization is achieved by measuring responses from the outer ear to the brain, ensuring that the headphones deliver an optimal listening experience. Additionally, the nuraphones feature a recognition capability that identifies users upon wearing them, enhancing the personalized experience further.
Grant & Union
Convertible Note in 2020
Grant & Union is part of the computer peripheral equipment manufacturing industry that allows users to snap together physical buttons, dials, sliders, and other inputs to create a tool that is personalized to a user’s workflow.
Monogram Creative Console
Convertible Note in 2020
Monogram Creative Console is a company that specializes in designing modular hardware interfaces for creative software, enabling users to create personalized controllers using sliders, dials, and buttons. Their innovative product allows photographers, videographers, and other creatives to enhance their editing processes through a tactile and intuitive interface. The system consists of magnetically connecting components that facilitate efficient control of software applications, including popular programs like Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop, and Premiere Pro. Founded by Ashish Bidadi and Calvin Chu, Monogram Creative Console seeks to improve workflow versatility and productivity for its users. The company's products are widely available through various retail partners and are shipped to over 46 countries. Monogram has received recognition for its design excellence, including a Gold award at the User Experience Design Awards in 2015.
Chronus Health
Seed Round in 2020
Chronus Health develops a portable diagnostic device for delivering point-of-care lab results in minutes. Its device enables real-time diagnosis at the point-of-care, improving time to care and patient outcomes.
Tinychef
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Tinychef is a pioneering voice-activated cooking platform that streamlines meal planning, shopping, and preparation. It offers features like voice-interactive recipes, personalized meal plans, contextual advertising, and grocery integration, making home cooking more efficient and enjoyable.
Cradlewise
Convertible Note in 2019
Cradlewise develops intelligent baby cribs that learn a baby's sleep patterns, mimicking a parent's soothing motion to help lull them back to sleep. Its smart cradles monitor infant health and activity, including breath rate, posture, and movement, aiming to enhance parental care and reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome.
Petcube
Convertible Note in 2019
Petcube is a developer of interactive Wi‑Fi pet cameras and related software that connects pets to their owners from anywhere. The company offers products such as Petcube Play 2, a smart HD pet camera with a laser toy and a 160° viewing angle, and Petcube Bites 2, a camera with a treat dispenser for training and rewards, both providing real‑time video, two‑way audio, and remote monitoring. Petcube Care delivers video history and alerts, and the company markets its devices online. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, Petcube focuses on using technology to enhance pet care through connected devices and software platforms that support monitoring, interaction, and enrichment for pets.
Sana Health
Convertible Note in 2019
Sana Health, Inc. is a digital health company based in Lafayette, Colorado, with an additional office in Mill Valley, California. Founded in 2015, the company specializes in developing bio-therapeutic devices designed to promote relaxation and alleviate pain and tension. Its flagship product, Sana, is a non-addictive mask and headphone combination that utilizes audiovisual stimulation to enhance the balance between the left and right sides of the brain, facilitating a deep meditative state. This device employs coordinated pulses of light and sound to guide users into relaxation, mimicking the benefits of long-term meditation practices. Sana Health is also engaged in multiple clinical studies, focusing on applications for conditions such as fibromyalgia and neuropathic pain, as well as trials related to anxiety and PTSD. The company offers its products for sale online and provides a mobile application accessible via major app platforms.
Motiv
Convertible Note in 2019
Motiv Inc. is a personal technology company established in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. The company specializes in the development and manufacturing of fitness tracking rings and wearable products designed to integrate seamlessly into users' daily lives. Motiv's offerings include an application that complements its ring products by providing data tracking, notifications, and additional features. The wearable devices measure key health metrics such as heart rate, steps, and sleep activity, enhancing users' understanding of their fitness levels. Motiv sells its products online, aiming to deliver both aesthetic appeal and user-friendly experiences. As of April 2020, Motiv operates as a subsidiary of Proxy Technologies, Inc.
Cradlewise
Seed Round in 2019
Cradlewise develops intelligent baby cribs that learn a baby's sleep patterns, mimicking a parent's soothing motion to help lull them back to sleep. Its smart cradles monitor infant health and activity, including breath rate, posture, and movement, aiming to enhance parental care and reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome.
SAVA develops advanced biosensing technology for painless, real-time, and affordable health monitoring. Their innovative solutions enable continuous tracking of glucose and lactate levels, empowering users with real-time bodily insights to optimize performance and nutrition.
Overhand Fitness
Seed Round in 2019
Overhand Fitness operates a technology-driven fitness facility that specializes in interactive group workouts. Located in Shanghai, China, the company utilizes advanced fitness tracking technology and immersive displays to enhance the workout experience. By developing and manufacturing fitness trackers, Overhand Fitness monitors individual movements, identifies various activities, counts repetitions and sets, and measures workout intensity. The integration of real-time movement tracking and gamified elements fosters a competitive environment, encouraging users to engage more deeply with their fitness routines and stay motivated.
Chronus Health
Seed Round in 2019
Chronus Health develops a portable diagnostic device for delivering point-of-care lab results in minutes. Its device enables real-time diagnosis at the point-of-care, improving time to care and patient outcomes.
Tinkamo
Seed Round in 2019
Tinkamo, headquartered in Shanghai, China, specializes in designing and manufacturing modular STEM toys for young children. Their primary product is connected smart blocks that simplify learning electronics and coding, making education engaging and entertaining for kids. The company caters primarily to the Chinese playschool market.
Petronics
Convertible Note in 2019
Petronics is a company that develops robotic pets specifically designed for cats. Founded in 2014 and based in Champaign, Illinois, it offers a flagship product called Mousr, a robotic toy that features 360-degree vision, environmental sensing, and Bluetooth connectivity. These innovative products aim to engage indoor cats in play that mimics hunting behavior, promoting physical activity and helping to reduce obesity in pets. Through its advanced technology, Petronics seeks to enhance the interaction between cats and their owners while providing a stimulating environment for feline companions.
Flair makes smart vents and wireless thermostats and advanced software for residential heating and cooling. The company builds smart hardware and software for HVAC controls focused on efficiency, comfort, electrification, and smart grid integration. The company's products are sold through multiple channels including direct to consumer, HVAC distribution, and utilities.
Advanced Planet
Seed Round in 2019
In the age when personal data is treated as commodity, we created LeapMe. LeapMe is an Android/IOS app that enables Users to own and share their data with Brands in exchange for better deals, rewards and quality content.
Bartesian
Convertible Note in 2018
Bartesian Inc. is a manufacturer of a cocktail-making machine that enables customers to create customized, bar-quality cocktails at home using a capsule-based system. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the company offers a robotic bartender that utilizes pre-mixed ingredient pods, allowing users to prepare a variety of cocktails, such as martinis and cosmos, at the press of a button. The machine combines alcohol, juices, bitters, and water from specialty pods, ensuring a seamless and authentic cocktail experience. Formerly known as MaxMixology Inc., the company adopted its current name in January 2015.
Emys develops customized social robots aimed at teaching foreign languages to children aged 3 to 7 through engaging interactions. These robots are designed to appeal to multiple senses and utilize familiar language, drawing from children's favorite cartoons, toys, and everyday items. Capable of movement, speech, facial recognition, and emotional expression, the robots foster a sense of bonding and companionship, enhancing the language learning experience. Emys combines the expertise of engineers, designers, and educators to integrate robotic technology into children's daily lives. The company has benefited from participation in a prominent hardware startup accelerator and has established operations in Shenzhen, China, to leverage local manufacturing capabilities and technical mentorship. This background supports Emys's mission to create an effective and affordable language learning tool for young children.
Nura Operations Pty Ltd. is an Australian company founded in 2016 and headquartered in Brunswick. The firm specializes in the development and manufacture of innovative headphones that personalize sound based on users' neural responses to music. Its flagship product, the nuraphone, employs advanced technology to automatically assess individual hearing profiles, adapting audio output to suit each listener's unique auditory characteristics. This personalization is achieved by measuring responses from the outer ear to the brain, ensuring that the headphones deliver an optimal listening experience. Additionally, the nuraphones feature a recognition capability that identifies users upon wearing them, enhancing the personalized experience further.
Mindset Innovation, Inc., based in Montreal, Canada, designs and manufactures headphones aimed at enhancing employee concentration. The company's flagship product line includes enophones, enosound, and enowork, which utilize advanced technology such as electroencephalograms to monitor brainwaves in real-time. These headphones not only track mental fitness but also alert users when their concentration levels drop, promoting improved focus and the development of positive work habits. By enabling users to understand and manage their attention more effectively, the eno platform seeks to unlock individual potential and foster a more productive work environment. Founded in 2016, Mindset Innovation offers its products through online channels, emphasizing user engagement and self-improvement in workplace settings.
Sana Health
Seed Round in 2018
Sana Health, Inc. is a digital health company based in Lafayette, Colorado, with an additional office in Mill Valley, California. Founded in 2015, the company specializes in developing bio-therapeutic devices designed to promote relaxation and alleviate pain and tension. Its flagship product, Sana, is a non-addictive mask and headphone combination that utilizes audiovisual stimulation to enhance the balance between the left and right sides of the brain, facilitating a deep meditative state. This device employs coordinated pulses of light and sound to guide users into relaxation, mimicking the benefits of long-term meditation practices. Sana Health is also engaged in multiple clinical studies, focusing on applications for conditions such as fibromyalgia and neuropathic pain, as well as trials related to anxiety and PTSD. The company offers its products for sale online and provides a mobile application accessible via major app platforms.
Chronus Health
Seed Round in 2018
Chronus Health develops a portable diagnostic device for delivering point-of-care lab results in minutes. Its device enables real-time diagnosis at the point-of-care, improving time to care and patient outcomes.
Lilu
Convertible Note in 2018
Lilu develops innovative, tech-enabled devices for new mothers. Its flagship product is a massage bra that mimics a baby's natural motions during breastfeeding, enhancing milk output and reducing associated discomfort. The company aims to empower women by improving lactation outcomes and managing breast milk supply efficiently.
Moona is an innovative company that specializes in enhancing sleep quality through temperature regulation. Founded in 2016 and based in Paris, France, Moona has developed a sophisticated sleep device that adapts to the user’s head temperature throughout the night, optimizing comfort for better rest. The system utilizes a unique water-based cooling pillow pad made from a thin membrane and memory foam, which facilitates a smooth transition between cooling and heating. This design helps users achieve the ideal body temperature conducive to sleep, ultimately improving overall sleep experiences.
Tinychef
Convertible Note in 2018
Tinychef is a pioneering voice-activated cooking platform that streamlines meal planning, shopping, and preparation. It offers features like voice-interactive recipes, personalized meal plans, contextual advertising, and grocery integration, making home cooking more efficient and enjoyable.
Prynt
Convertible Note in 2018
Prynt is a manufacturer of innovative smartphone camera cases that transform mobile devices into instant cameras. The case allows users to capture photos and print them instantly, without the need for ink, Wi-Fi, or Bluetooth. Compatible with both iOS and Android phones, Prynt's unique feature is its ability to embed short videos within the printed photos, which can be accessed through its accompanying app. This functionality offers a creative and engaging way for users to share their memories, combining tangible prints with digital storytelling.
Yangliu Tech
Seed Round in 2018
Yangliu Tech
Robo Wunderkind
Venture Round in 2018
Robo Wunderkind is a manufacturer of innovative robotics kits aimed at children, designed to facilitate learning in coding and robotics through engaging play. The company provides a variety of hands-on kits equipped with sensors and motors that respond to environmental stimuli such as noise, light, and gestures. These kits come with educational materials and online tutorials, allowing children to build, program, and experiment with their robotic creations. By fostering curiosity and nurturing creativity, Robo Wunderkind helps cultivate essential problem-solving skills in young learners.
RayIoT Solutions
Seed Round in 2018
RayIoT Solutions Inc. specializes in developing innovative monitoring devices designed for health and safety. One of its flagship products, Raybaby, is a sophisticated baby monitor that tracks a child's respiration and sleep patterns, providing alerts for elevated respiratory rates that may indicate fever or other health issues. Equipped with an infrared video camera, Raybaby allows for live video streaming in complete darkness, along with built-in speakers and audio monitoring through a highly sensitive microphone. In addition, the company offers a wall-mounted monitoring device that transforms any space into a mini intensive care unit, continuously monitoring breathing rates and enabling the early detection of respiratory distress for patients in self-quarantine or quarantine facilities.
Next Thing
Convertible Note in 2018
Next Thing Co. is a technology company based in Oakland, California, specializing in the development of smart devices. The company focuses on providing tools that facilitate the creation of these devices, prominently featuring STAK, a comprehensive collection of hardware and software resources. One of Next Thing's flagship products is OTTO, a customizable digital camera powered by the Raspberry Pi compute module. OTTO is designed to be user-friendly and adaptable, allowing users to modify its functions and behaviors through a companion iPhone app. This innovative product targets hackers, artists, and everyday individuals, fostering creativity and personal expression in technology.
HabitAware
Seed Round in 2018
HabitAware, Inc. is a Minneapolis-based company that develops wearable devices aimed at helping individuals manage compulsive behaviors such as hair pulling, nail biting, skin picking, and thumb sucking. The company's flagship product, Liv, is a smart awareness bracelet that utilizes motion sensors to detect these subconscious actions. It connects to a mobile application that provides users with training to recognize and track their behaviors, identify triggers, and implement healthier coping strategies. Founded in 2014, HabitAware combines technology with behavioral science to empower users, particularly those affected by trichotillomania, to gain awareness and control over their habits. The products are available for purchase online.
Preemadonna
Seed Round in 2017
Preemadonna specializes in AI-powered beauty technology for Generation Z and Alpha creators. Its flagship product, Nailbot, is an automated device that prints art and photos on nails in five seconds. The company also offers proprietary software, fast-drying consumables, and devices for personalized beauty experiences across retail platforms.
Caura Ltd. is a London-based company that specializes in designing and manufacturing innovative vehicle management solutions. The company's platform facilitates payments for essential car-related expenses, including parking, tolls, congestion charges, MOTs, vehicle tax, and insurance. Caura Protect, an FCA-registered product, enables drivers to purchase and manage motor insurance from multiple insurers. Additionally, Caura Maintain streamlines the management of MOTs and vehicle servicing. Founded in 2018, Caura aims to simplify car ownership by integrating various services into an accessible platform, enhancing the overall experience for drivers.
Next Thing
Convertible Note in 2017
Next Thing Co. is a technology company based in Oakland, California, specializing in the development of smart devices. The company focuses on providing tools that facilitate the creation of these devices, prominently featuring STAK, a comprehensive collection of hardware and software resources. One of Next Thing's flagship products is OTTO, a customizable digital camera powered by the Raspberry Pi compute module. OTTO is designed to be user-friendly and adaptable, allowing users to modify its functions and behaviors through a companion iPhone app. This innovative product targets hackers, artists, and everyday individuals, fostering creativity and personal expression in technology.
Giroptic
Convertible Note in 2017
Giroptic is a company that specializes in developing innovative imaging technology, specifically a patented real-time image fusion process that integrates multiple sensors. The firm gained recognition for its consumer product, the Giroptic 360cam, which was successfully funded through a Kickstarter campaign in 2014, raising over $1.4 million and becoming France’s largest crowdfunding initiative at that time. The Giroptic 360cam is a digital panoramic camera designed to capture high-quality, immersive 360-degree images and videos, allowing users to communicate and share their experiences in a more engaging manner. By providing a new way to capture visual content, Giroptic aims to enhance both personal and professional storytelling through immersive photography and videography.
KitchBot
Seed Round in 2017
KitchBot develops a smart temperature control socket that upgrades existing kitchen appliances. Its application enables remote control of cooking processes at home or in the office, offering pre-scheduled cooking times, guided recipes, and precise temperature and time control for various electric cookers.
Prynt
Convertible Note in 2017
Prynt is a manufacturer of innovative smartphone camera cases that transform mobile devices into instant cameras. The case allows users to capture photos and print them instantly, without the need for ink, Wi-Fi, or Bluetooth. Compatible with both iOS and Android phones, Prynt's unique feature is its ability to embed short videos within the printed photos, which can be accessed through its accompanying app. This functionality offers a creative and engaging way for users to share their memories, combining tangible prints with digital storytelling.
Tinkamo
Seed Round in 2017
Tinkamo, headquartered in Shanghai, China, specializes in designing and manufacturing modular STEM toys for young children. Their primary product is connected smart blocks that simplify learning electronics and coding, making education engaging and entertaining for kids. The company caters primarily to the Chinese playschool market.
Pillsy is an enterprise-grade platform for remote patient support and rapid development of connected medication experiences. It is a new smart pill bottle and app that uses behavioral science to support healthy habits around vitamins and medications. It also securely share the pill-taking information with loved ones and to help monitor people.
Pillsy was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.
Next Thing
Convertible Note in 2017
Next Thing Co. is a technology company based in Oakland, California, specializing in the development of smart devices. The company focuses on providing tools that facilitate the creation of these devices, prominently featuring STAK, a comprehensive collection of hardware and software resources. One of Next Thing's flagship products is OTTO, a customizable digital camera powered by the Raspberry Pi compute module. OTTO is designed to be user-friendly and adaptable, allowing users to modify its functions and behaviors through a companion iPhone app. This innovative product targets hackers, artists, and everyday individuals, fostering creativity and personal expression in technology.
HabitAware
Convertible Note in 2017
HabitAware, Inc. is a Minneapolis-based company that develops wearable devices aimed at helping individuals manage compulsive behaviors such as hair pulling, nail biting, skin picking, and thumb sucking. The company's flagship product, Liv, is a smart awareness bracelet that utilizes motion sensors to detect these subconscious actions. It connects to a mobile application that provides users with training to recognize and track their behaviors, identify triggers, and implement healthier coping strategies. Founded in 2014, HabitAware combines technology with behavioral science to empower users, particularly those affected by trichotillomania, to gain awareness and control over their habits. The products are available for purchase online.
Moona
Convertible Note in 2017
Moona is an innovative company that specializes in enhancing sleep quality through temperature regulation. Founded in 2016 and based in Paris, France, Moona has developed a sophisticated sleep device that adapts to the user’s head temperature throughout the night, optimizing comfort for better rest. The system utilizes a unique water-based cooling pillow pad made from a thin membrane and memory foam, which facilitates a smooth transition between cooling and heating. This design helps users achieve the ideal body temperature conducive to sleep, ultimately improving overall sleep experiences.
Kokoon
Equity Crowdfunding in 2017
Kokoon Technology Limited, established in 2013 and headquartered in London, specializes in sleep technology. The company manufactures headphones equipped with EEG brainwave sensing technology and movement sensors, enabling precise sleep monitoring. Kokoon's products include active noise cancellation, noise isolation, and active white noise features, along with a mobile app offering a relaxation audio library and personalized sleep analysis. The company aims to make sleep science more accessible and enjoyable, delivering personalized audio coaching and experiences through its app-based software platform.
Teamosa
Convertible Note in 2017
Teamosa designs and manufactures a tea brewing device that blends traditional craftsmanship with modern technology. The machine uses ultrasonic extraction to preserve antioxidants and delivers a consistent, aromatic cup of tea. It comprises a brewing system, compostable tea capsules, and a mobile app for control and customization, with features such as automated temperature control and brewing sensors to ensure quality with minimal effort. The company emphasizes premium tea sourced directly from plantations to enhance aroma and flavor and is based in the United States.
Lecker Labs
Angel Round in 2017
Lecker Labs Ltd. is a New York-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in designing and manufacturing soluble pod-based electronic devices for yogurt production. The company's flagship product, Yomee, is a fully automatic yogurt maker that allows users to create personalized yogurt conveniently in their homes, similar to the functionality of a coffee pod machine. Through innovative technology, Lecker Labs aims to enhance the home yogurt-making experience by offering a simple and efficient solution for consumers seeking customization in their dairy products.
Founded in 2015, Arovia specializes in developing innovative collapsible display products. Their flagship product is a pop-up screen that connects wirelessly or via HDMI to phones, tablets, or laptops, providing users with an immersive viewing experience on-the-go. Ideal for mobile professionals and VR/AR applications.
Tinychef
Pre Seed Round in 2017
Tinychef is a pioneering voice-activated cooking platform that streamlines meal planning, shopping, and preparation. It offers features like voice-interactive recipes, personalized meal plans, contextual advertising, and grocery integration, making home cooking more efficient and enjoyable.
Bartesian
Seed Round in 2017
Bartesian Inc. is a manufacturer of a cocktail-making machine that enables customers to create customized, bar-quality cocktails at home using a capsule-based system. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the company offers a robotic bartender that utilizes pre-mixed ingredient pods, allowing users to prepare a variety of cocktails, such as martinis and cosmos, at the press of a button. The machine combines alcohol, juices, bitters, and water from specialty pods, ensuring a seamless and authentic cocktail experience. Formerly known as MaxMixology Inc., the company adopted its current name in January 2015.
Carv
Venture Round in 2017
Carv is a wearable device designed for skiing, offering real-time feedback to enhance technique. Built in collaboration with Olympians, Carv measures motion and pressure distribution, providing actionable insights via earphones during skiing. It connects wirelessly to smartphones, catering to casual skiers seeking simple feedback and advanced/professional skiers aiming for detailed metrics.
GoBone
Convertible Note in 2017
GoBone is a company that specializes in creating innovative entertainment devices for dogs. Its flagship product is a smart bone designed to keep pets engaged and active, even when their owners are occupied. The device features capabilities such as rolling, spinning, and flipping, and it is equipped with a replaceable outer skin for durability. By utilizing app control, pet owners can interact with the toy remotely, offering new ways to play together. GoBone aims to enhance the health and wellness of dogs through modern technology, providing a solution for busy pet owners who want to ensure their pets remain active and entertained throughout the day.
Prynt
Convertible Note in 2017
Prynt is a manufacturer of innovative smartphone camera cases that transform mobile devices into instant cameras. The case allows users to capture photos and print them instantly, without the need for ink, Wi-Fi, or Bluetooth. Compatible with both iOS and Android phones, Prynt's unique feature is its ability to embed short videos within the printed photos, which can be accessed through its accompanying app. This functionality offers a creative and engaging way for users to share their memories, combining tangible prints with digital storytelling.
Sana Health
Seed Round in 2017
Sana Health, Inc. is a digital health company based in Lafayette, Colorado, with an additional office in Mill Valley, California. Founded in 2015, the company specializes in developing bio-therapeutic devices designed to promote relaxation and alleviate pain and tension. Its flagship product, Sana, is a non-addictive mask and headphone combination that utilizes audiovisual stimulation to enhance the balance between the left and right sides of the brain, facilitating a deep meditative state. This device employs coordinated pulses of light and sound to guide users into relaxation, mimicking the benefits of long-term meditation practices. Sana Health is also engaged in multiple clinical studies, focusing on applications for conditions such as fibromyalgia and neuropathic pain, as well as trials related to anxiety and PTSD. The company offers its products for sale online and provides a mobile application accessible via major app platforms.