PeakSyncer
Seed Round in 2024
PeakSyncer, a subsidiary of Zhong Xi Group, LLC, specializes in an AI-powered cloud platform designed to optimize energy management for utility companies. The platform leverages artificial intelligence to automate and streamline demand response programs, reducing peak energy loads. It offers real-time reporting, seamless data tracking, and integration with existing infrastructure, ensuring smooth implementation. PeakSyncer also facilitates compliance with regulatory requirements and supports sustainable energy ecosystems by engaging customers in demand response initiatives. The platform is scalable, continuously learning from past syncs to improve accuracy and efficiency, and offers 24/7 monitoring and dedicated support.
Mesh++ is a developer of solar-powered wireless communication technologies aimed at providing high-speed WiFi connectivity in outdoor and public spaces. The company specializes in creating solar-powered routers that leverage mobile processing power to deliver reliable internet access, particularly in remote areas and locations that lack conventional infrastructure. By focusing on sustainable energy solutions, Mesh++ enables users to access high-speed internet at a low cost, thereby enhancing connectivity in communities and expanding digital inclusion.
ViaBot Inc. specializes in developing autonomous outdoor robots tailored for commercial maintenance tasks. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, the company offers multi-functional robots that address various outdoor responsibilities, including sweeping, lawn mowing, and security. Their RUNO robots utilize advanced vision technology to monitor and scan properties, such as recognizing vehicle license plates. ViaBot's autonomous solutions feature modular technology, round-the-clock monitoring, easy scheduling, and long operational runtimes, thus enabling businesses like shopping malls and sports arenas to efficiently manage their outdoor environments. The company's commitment to ongoing updates ensures their robots remain effective and adaptable to changing needs.
ACiiST is a provider of innovative IoT infrastructure technology designed for smart city applications. The company specializes in creating a seamless and scalable connectivity platform that utilizes existing street and highway lighting infrastructure to connect outdoor cameras, sensors, displays, and other edge devices. This solution enables cities to enhance security, improve efficiency, and upgrade overall functionality while maintaining a non-disruptive installation process. ACiiST's distributed switching technology significantly reduces costs, offering a solution that is approximately 10% of the alternatives, while also ensuring improved reliability, higher performance, and enhanced security. By leveraging existing electrical systems, ACiiST provides an efficient and cost-effective means of expanding communication points throughout urban environments.
MIMiC Systems
Seed Round in 2023
MIMiC Systems designs solid-state heating and cooling systems at a building scale. It was founded in 2022 by Berardo Matalucci and Theodorian Borca-Tasciuc and is located in Brooklyn, New York.
Mesh++
Convertible Note in 2023
Mesh++ is a developer of solar-powered wireless communication technologies aimed at providing high-speed WiFi connectivity in outdoor and public spaces. The company specializes in creating solar-powered routers that leverage mobile processing power to deliver reliable internet access, particularly in remote areas and locations that lack conventional infrastructure. By focusing on sustainable energy solutions, Mesh++ enables users to access high-speed internet at a low cost, thereby enhancing connectivity in communities and expanding digital inclusion.
Solano Energy
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Solano Energy is an innovative power company established by a team of engineers from Oxford and Cambridge, focusing on making renewable energy accessible to a broader audience. The company specializes in developing smart renewable energy equipment that automatically generates, stores, and distributes solar energy. By providing a sustainable energy solution, Solano aims to address the challenges of creating a renewable energy-capable network without the need for substantial upfront capital expenditures. Their approach is designed to empower consumers to adopt a sustainable lifestyle while contributing to the transition toward affordable and clean energy.
Swap Robotics
Seed Round in 2022
Swap Robotics, founded in 2019 and based in Kitchener, Ontario, specializes in the development of electric outdoor robots designed for vegetation cutting and snow plowing. The company focuses on creating sustainable outdoor work equipment and offers commercial-ready robots for tasks such as grass cutting and sidewalk snow plowing. Utilizing a robotics-as-a-service model, Swap Robotics integrates an in-house hydraulics platform that allows for the easy swapping of attachments, enabling a variety of applications. This innovation aims to streamline and automate outdoor maintenance tasks, particularly in solar vegetation management, through the use of electric autonomous robots.
Mirá Biotech
Seed Round in 2022
Mirá Biotech is focused on developing sustainable solutions for heavy industries, particularly through innovative biofuel technologies aimed at reducing reliance on coal. The company also manufactures engineered wood products that are formaldehyde-free and resin-free, promoting environmentally friendly industrial practices. Utilizing waste materials such as sugar cane bagasse, Mirá Biotech contributes to a circular economy by producing natural wood alternatives without the need for deforestation. This approach not only supports sustainable industrialization but also addresses environmental concerns associated with traditional wood manufacturing processes.
Mirá Biotech
Seed Round in 2022
Mirá Biotech is focused on developing sustainable solutions for heavy industries, particularly through innovative biofuel technologies aimed at reducing reliance on coal. The company also manufactures engineered wood products that are formaldehyde-free and resin-free, promoting environmentally friendly industrial practices. Utilizing waste materials such as sugar cane bagasse, Mirá Biotech contributes to a circular economy by producing natural wood alternatives without the need for deforestation. This approach not only supports sustainable industrialization but also addresses environmental concerns associated with traditional wood manufacturing processes.
Carma
Convertible Note in 2022
Carma is a technology company specializing in innovative solutions for transportation and mobility. It offers a smartphone app that enables users to organize carpools, promoting efficient travel behavior. For over a decade, Carma has partnered with government agencies to implement high occupancy vehicle verification, GPS tolling, road user charging, and dynamic road pricing, all without relying on traditional roadside infrastructure. The company's patented technology has successfully verified tens of millions of road transactions, resulting in significant time and cost savings for commuters. Through its advancements, Carma aims to enhance travel efficiency and encourage sustainable transportation practices.
ViaBot Inc. specializes in developing autonomous outdoor robots tailored for commercial maintenance tasks. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, the company offers multi-functional robots that address various outdoor responsibilities, including sweeping, lawn mowing, and security. Their RUNO robots utilize advanced vision technology to monitor and scan properties, such as recognizing vehicle license plates. ViaBot's autonomous solutions feature modular technology, round-the-clock monitoring, easy scheduling, and long operational runtimes, thus enabling businesses like shopping malls and sports arenas to efficiently manage their outdoor environments. The company's commitment to ongoing updates ensures their robots remain effective and adaptable to changing needs.
Swap Robotics
Seed Round in 2022
Swap Robotics, founded in 2019 and based in Kitchener, Ontario, specializes in the development of electric outdoor robots designed for vegetation cutting and snow plowing. The company focuses on creating sustainable outdoor work equipment and offers commercial-ready robots for tasks such as grass cutting and sidewalk snow plowing. Utilizing a robotics-as-a-service model, Swap Robotics integrates an in-house hydraulics platform that allows for the easy swapping of attachments, enabling a variety of applications. This innovation aims to streamline and automate outdoor maintenance tasks, particularly in solar vegetation management, through the use of electric autonomous robots.
Sencity
Seed Round in 2022
Sencity is a company focused on developing interconnected infrastructure that enhances interactions among individuals, businesses, and government agencies, aiming to shape the future of livable cities. It specializes in creating public furniture appliances that revitalize city interfaces and repurpose connected public infrastructures. By designing experiences and products tailored to various cultures, demographics, and markets, Sencity seeks to transform traditional cost centers into revenue-sharing opportunities. This approach allows clients to gain spatial and contextual awareness, integrating immediate feedback and commercial implications into public spaces. The company's core values include engagement, technology, empathy, and creativity, which guide its mission to foster more vibrant urban environments.
Mesh++
Venture Round in 2021
Mesh++ is a developer of solar-powered wireless communication technologies aimed at providing high-speed WiFi connectivity in outdoor and public spaces. The company specializes in creating solar-powered routers that leverage mobile processing power to deliver reliable internet access, particularly in remote areas and locations that lack conventional infrastructure. By focusing on sustainable energy solutions, Mesh++ enables users to access high-speed internet at a low cost, thereby enhancing connectivity in communities and expanding digital inclusion.
Carma
Convertible Note in 2021
Carma is a technology company specializing in innovative solutions for transportation and mobility. It offers a smartphone app that enables users to organize carpools, promoting efficient travel behavior. For over a decade, Carma has partnered with government agencies to implement high occupancy vehicle verification, GPS tolling, road user charging, and dynamic road pricing, all without relying on traditional roadside infrastructure. The company's patented technology has successfully verified tens of millions of road transactions, resulting in significant time and cost savings for commuters. Through its advancements, Carma aims to enhance travel efficiency and encourage sustainable transportation practices.
Velo Labs dba Lattis
Seed Round in 2021
Velo Labs, operating under the name Lattis, is a smart city startup dedicated to enhancing urban living through innovative technology solutions. The company has developed a multimodal mobility software that enables vehicle operators to efficiently manage shared vehicle services, including bicycles, scooters, delivery fleets, and mopeds. This software allows operators to collaborate with cities, universities, and businesses to implement sustainable transportation options like bike and scooter shares. Additionally, Lattis has introduced its first product, Ellipse, a smart bicycle lock that features theft alerts, keyless entry, and solar charging capabilities, further promoting secure and accessible urban mobility.
Mesh++ is a developer of solar-powered wireless communication technologies aimed at providing high-speed WiFi connectivity in outdoor and public spaces. The company specializes in creating solar-powered routers that leverage mobile processing power to deliver reliable internet access, particularly in remote areas and locations that lack conventional infrastructure. By focusing on sustainable energy solutions, Mesh++ enables users to access high-speed internet at a low cost, thereby enhancing connectivity in communities and expanding digital inclusion.
ACiiST is a provider of innovative IoT infrastructure technology designed for smart city applications. The company specializes in creating a seamless and scalable connectivity platform that utilizes existing street and highway lighting infrastructure to connect outdoor cameras, sensors, displays, and other edge devices. This solution enables cities to enhance security, improve efficiency, and upgrade overall functionality while maintaining a non-disruptive installation process. ACiiST's distributed switching technology significantly reduces costs, offering a solution that is approximately 10% of the alternatives, while also ensuring improved reliability, higher performance, and enhanced security. By leveraging existing electrical systems, ACiiST provides an efficient and cost-effective means of expanding communication points throughout urban environments.
ViaBot Inc. specializes in developing autonomous outdoor robots tailored for commercial maintenance tasks. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, the company offers multi-functional robots that address various outdoor responsibilities, including sweeping, lawn mowing, and security. Their RUNO robots utilize advanced vision technology to monitor and scan properties, such as recognizing vehicle license plates. ViaBot's autonomous solutions feature modular technology, round-the-clock monitoring, easy scheduling, and long operational runtimes, thus enabling businesses like shopping malls and sports arenas to efficiently manage their outdoor environments. The company's commitment to ongoing updates ensures their robots remain effective and adaptable to changing needs.
Stae
Convertible Note in 2021
Stae is a technology company that specializes in developing digital infrastructure platforms for municipalities, aiming to enhance civic data accessibility and usability. By partnering with local governments, Stae enables the integration and management of diverse data sources in real-time, providing city managers and workers with a universal tool for data collaboration. The platform facilitates improved data-sharing workflows, allowing for better performance tracking and informed decision-making. By offering actionable insights, Stae supports cities in navigating compliance, taxation, and procurement challenges in the modern era. Through its innovative solutions, Stae helps cities leverage data to drive operational efficiency and foster innovation.
viAct is an innovative AI company that specializes in providing scenario-based vision intelligence solutions tailored for the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. Established in 2016, viAct has successfully implemented hundreds of deployments, utilizing its proprietary AI algorithms to deliver detailed insights into job sites. The company's suite of over 30 pre-built AI modules empowers stakeholders to enhance personnel safety, minimize accidents, optimize operational costs, and monitor compliance with environmental regulations. By tracking site activities and assessing safety measures, viAct plays a crucial role in improving efficiency and safety standards within the construction sector.
qZense Labs
Seed Round in 2021
qZense Labs develops advanced Internet of Things (IoT) devices designed for the non-destructive internal quality grading of fresh food. By employing handheld scanners and loggers, the company collects data on key quality metrics such as ripeness, internal spoilage, sweetness, and shelf life. This technology empowers retailers to enhance the quality of fresh food offerings while optimizing supply chain operations. With its innovative approach, qZense Labs enables food retailers to better predict shelf life and manage inventory, ensuring that customers receive the highest quality products.
viAct is an innovative AI company that specializes in providing scenario-based vision intelligence solutions tailored for the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. Established in 2016, viAct has successfully implemented hundreds of deployments, utilizing its proprietary AI algorithms to deliver detailed insights into job sites. The company's suite of over 30 pre-built AI modules empowers stakeholders to enhance personnel safety, minimize accidents, optimize operational costs, and monitor compliance with environmental regulations. By tracking site activities and assessing safety measures, viAct plays a crucial role in improving efficiency and safety standards within the construction sector.
Vox Technologies
Seed Round in 2020
By using Vox container as an actual reusable shipping box, retailers/manufacturers would be able to automate packing/shipping operation and save the world from the waste of millions of paper shipping boxes. Just to install the base station at your suitable location, people can accept multiple deliveries of the container. The smart container is capable to be handled by both human hand and delivery robot.
Mesh++
Convertible Note in 2020
Mesh++ is a developer of solar-powered wireless communication technologies aimed at providing high-speed WiFi connectivity in outdoor and public spaces. The company specializes in creating solar-powered routers that leverage mobile processing power to deliver reliable internet access, particularly in remote areas and locations that lack conventional infrastructure. By focusing on sustainable energy solutions, Mesh++ enables users to access high-speed internet at a low cost, thereby enhancing connectivity in communities and expanding digital inclusion.
TIER Mobility
Series C in 2020
TIER Mobility GmbH is a Berlin-based shared micro-mobility provider founded in 2018, specializing in electric kick scooters, e-bikes, and e-mopeds for local commuting. The company aims to transform urban mobility by offering users a convenient way to access light electric vehicles through its application software, which allows them to locate and book available scooters. TIER is dedicated to promoting climate neutrality and reducing urban dependence on cars, contributing to a more sustainable and livable environment. Through its proprietary Energy Network, TIER strives to enhance the efficiency and accessibility of its services, thereby supporting cities in their efforts to improve mobility solutions.
Stae
Convertible Note in 2020
Stae is a technology company that specializes in developing digital infrastructure platforms for municipalities, aiming to enhance civic data accessibility and usability. By partnering with local governments, Stae enables the integration and management of diverse data sources in real-time, providing city managers and workers with a universal tool for data collaboration. The platform facilitates improved data-sharing workflows, allowing for better performance tracking and informed decision-making. By offering actionable insights, Stae supports cities in navigating compliance, taxation, and procurement challenges in the modern era. Through its innovative solutions, Stae helps cities leverage data to drive operational efficiency and foster innovation.
CityData
Seed Round in 2020
CITYDATA.ai is a developer of a geospatial artificial intelligence platform that simulates the presence and movement of people across 9,000 cities globally. The company utilizes location intelligence to create mobility digital replicas, which quantify population counts and analyze movement patterns. Its platform integrates various products designed to enhance community engagement and data collection, including CITYCOUNT.ai, CITYPARKS.ai, CITYFLOW.ai, CITYSIM.ai, CITYOPS.ai, CITYSURVEY.ai, CITYCHAT.ai, and CITYSDK.ai. These tools enable the collection of mobility data from both public and private sources, facilitating on-site surveys, improving field workforce productivity, and helping brands connect with targeted audiences. Through its citizen apps and chatbots, CITYDATA.ai actively engages residents, providing them with contextual data relevant to their cities while measuring foot traffic and advertising effectiveness.
Stae
Convertible Note in 2020
Stae is a technology company that specializes in developing digital infrastructure platforms for municipalities, aiming to enhance civic data accessibility and usability. By partnering with local governments, Stae enables the integration and management of diverse data sources in real-time, providing city managers and workers with a universal tool for data collaboration. The platform facilitates improved data-sharing workflows, allowing for better performance tracking and informed decision-making. By offering actionable insights, Stae supports cities in navigating compliance, taxation, and procurement challenges in the modern era. Through its innovative solutions, Stae helps cities leverage data to drive operational efficiency and foster innovation.
UNL is a technology company based in Amsterdam, specializing in micro-location infrastructure and mapping solutions. Founded in 2018, UNL has developed a protocol that allows smartphone users to identify and own unique digital addresses for physical locations, known as UNL geoIDs, with precision down to 1x1cm². This innovative technology aims to digitize the physical world by enriching locations with contextual data, thereby improving various services across sectors such as e-commerce, logistics, and smart city initiatives. UNL's platform enables businesses to create and manage their own Virtual Private Maps, facilitating local navigation and optimizing supply chain operations. Additionally, the company provides tools for developers and enterprises to build scalable, location-enabled applications, transforming how physical spaces are utilized and interacted with in the digital age.
Hearth Labs
Seed Round in 2020
Hearth Labs is a New York City-based company that specializes in developing thermal-LiDAR sensors designed to enhance the understanding of thermal comfort in built environments. Their innovative technology includes a thermal light detection and ranging sensor along with an analysis platform that enables the rapid scanning of buildings to create detailed thermal digital twins. This capability allows for accurate modeling of heat transfer, identification of performance improvement opportunities, and the design of effective retrofit projects. By measuring the thermal environment, Hearth Labs aims to reduce energy consumption related to heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems while simultaneously enhancing occupant thermal comfort.
viAct is an innovative AI company that specializes in providing scenario-based vision intelligence solutions tailored for the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. Established in 2016, viAct has successfully implemented hundreds of deployments, utilizing its proprietary AI algorithms to deliver detailed insights into job sites. The company's suite of over 30 pre-built AI modules empowers stakeholders to enhance personnel safety, minimize accidents, optimize operational costs, and monitor compliance with environmental regulations. By tracking site activities and assessing safety measures, viAct plays a crucial role in improving efficiency and safety standards within the construction sector.
Carma
Debt Financing in 2020
Carma is a technology company specializing in innovative solutions for transportation and mobility. It offers a smartphone app that enables users to organize carpools, promoting efficient travel behavior. For over a decade, Carma has partnered with government agencies to implement high occupancy vehicle verification, GPS tolling, road user charging, and dynamic road pricing, all without relying on traditional roadside infrastructure. The company's patented technology has successfully verified tens of millions of road transactions, resulting in significant time and cost savings for commuters. Through its advancements, Carma aims to enhance travel efficiency and encourage sustainable transportation practices.
DolphinChat
Seed Round in 2019
DolphinChat is a social intelligence organization focused on enhancing communication between citizens and government authorities within Smart Cities. By leveraging conversational artificial intelligence, DolphinChat develops a customer engagement platform that facilitates seamless interaction, enabling governments to improve public service delivery and responsiveness. The platform allows businesses to implement AI-driven chatbots across various messaging platforms and websites, enhancing customer service and personalizing communication. This dual approach not only bridges the data and knowledge gap between the public and government entities but also empowers citizens by fostering collaboration and ensuring that government services are tailored to meet their needs.
Carma
Convertible Note in 2019
Carma is a technology company specializing in innovative solutions for transportation and mobility. It offers a smartphone app that enables users to organize carpools, promoting efficient travel behavior. For over a decade, Carma has partnered with government agencies to implement high occupancy vehicle verification, GPS tolling, road user charging, and dynamic road pricing, all without relying on traditional roadside infrastructure. The company's patented technology has successfully verified tens of millions of road transactions, resulting in significant time and cost savings for commuters. Through its advancements, Carma aims to enhance travel efficiency and encourage sustainable transportation practices.
Stae is a technology company that specializes in developing digital infrastructure platforms for municipalities, aiming to enhance civic data accessibility and usability. By partnering with local governments, Stae enables the integration and management of diverse data sources in real-time, providing city managers and workers with a universal tool for data collaboration. The platform facilitates improved data-sharing workflows, allowing for better performance tracking and informed decision-making. By offering actionable insights, Stae supports cities in navigating compliance, taxation, and procurement challenges in the modern era. Through its innovative solutions, Stae helps cities leverage data to drive operational efficiency and foster innovation.
Mesh++ is a developer of solar-powered wireless communication technologies aimed at providing high-speed WiFi connectivity in outdoor and public spaces. The company specializes in creating solar-powered routers that leverage mobile processing power to deliver reliable internet access, particularly in remote areas and locations that lack conventional infrastructure. By focusing on sustainable energy solutions, Mesh++ enables users to access high-speed internet at a low cost, thereby enhancing connectivity in communities and expanding digital inclusion.
qZense Labs
Seed Round in 2019
qZense Labs develops advanced Internet of Things (IoT) devices designed for the non-destructive internal quality grading of fresh food. By employing handheld scanners and loggers, the company collects data on key quality metrics such as ripeness, internal spoilage, sweetness, and shelf life. This technology empowers retailers to enhance the quality of fresh food offerings while optimizing supply chain operations. With its innovative approach, qZense Labs enables food retailers to better predict shelf life and manage inventory, ensuring that customers receive the highest quality products.
viAct is an innovative AI company that specializes in providing scenario-based vision intelligence solutions tailored for the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. Established in 2016, viAct has successfully implemented hundreds of deployments, utilizing its proprietary AI algorithms to deliver detailed insights into job sites. The company's suite of over 30 pre-built AI modules empowers stakeholders to enhance personnel safety, minimize accidents, optimize operational costs, and monitor compliance with environmental regulations. By tracking site activities and assessing safety measures, viAct plays a crucial role in improving efficiency and safety standards within the construction sector.
Pushme
Convertible Note in 2019
Pushme Inc., founded in 2016 and headquartered in Bath, United Kingdom, specializes in manufacturing swappable batteries for bicycles. The company aims to enhance urban mobility by addressing the challenges of charging electric vehicles, which can be cumbersome and costly. Pushme's innovative network of battery swap stations allows local merchants to sell energy, providing cyclists with instant recharging options throughout the city. This approach not only facilitates the use of small, shareable electric vehicles but also promotes a more sustainable mode of transportation. By integrating technology that enables cyclists to convert their pedaling force into electricity, Pushme empowers users to manage their energy costs effectively while reducing cycling fatigue, particularly on long or uphill routes. As a subsidiary of Tier Mobility GmbH, Pushme is part of a broader movement towards sustainable urban mobility solutions.
Hearth Labs
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Hearth Labs is a New York City-based company that specializes in developing thermal-LiDAR sensors designed to enhance the understanding of thermal comfort in built environments. Their innovative technology includes a thermal light detection and ranging sensor along with an analysis platform that enables the rapid scanning of buildings to create detailed thermal digital twins. This capability allows for accurate modeling of heat transfer, identification of performance improvement opportunities, and the design of effective retrofit projects. By measuring the thermal environment, Hearth Labs aims to reduce energy consumption related to heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems while simultaneously enhancing occupant thermal comfort.
ViaBot
Pre Seed Round in 2019
ViaBot Inc. specializes in developing autonomous outdoor robots tailored for commercial maintenance tasks. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, the company offers multi-functional robots that address various outdoor responsibilities, including sweeping, lawn mowing, and security. Their RUNO robots utilize advanced vision technology to monitor and scan properties, such as recognizing vehicle license plates. ViaBot's autonomous solutions feature modular technology, round-the-clock monitoring, easy scheduling, and long operational runtimes, thus enabling businesses like shopping malls and sports arenas to efficiently manage their outdoor environments. The company's commitment to ongoing updates ensures their robots remain effective and adaptable to changing needs.
Pushme Inc., founded in 2016 and headquartered in Bath, United Kingdom, specializes in manufacturing swappable batteries for bicycles. The company aims to enhance urban mobility by addressing the challenges of charging electric vehicles, which can be cumbersome and costly. Pushme's innovative network of battery swap stations allows local merchants to sell energy, providing cyclists with instant recharging options throughout the city. This approach not only facilitates the use of small, shareable electric vehicles but also promotes a more sustainable mode of transportation. By integrating technology that enables cyclists to convert their pedaling force into electricity, Pushme empowers users to manage their energy costs effectively while reducing cycling fatigue, particularly on long or uphill routes. As a subsidiary of Tier Mobility GmbH, Pushme is part of a broader movement towards sustainable urban mobility solutions.
Stae is a technology company that specializes in developing digital infrastructure platforms for municipalities, aiming to enhance civic data accessibility and usability. By partnering with local governments, Stae enables the integration and management of diverse data sources in real-time, providing city managers and workers with a universal tool for data collaboration. The platform facilitates improved data-sharing workflows, allowing for better performance tracking and informed decision-making. By offering actionable insights, Stae supports cities in navigating compliance, taxation, and procurement challenges in the modern era. Through its innovative solutions, Stae helps cities leverage data to drive operational efficiency and foster innovation.
UNL
Pre Seed Round in 2019
UNL is a technology company based in Amsterdam, specializing in micro-location infrastructure and mapping solutions. Founded in 2018, UNL has developed a protocol that allows smartphone users to identify and own unique digital addresses for physical locations, known as UNL geoIDs, with precision down to 1x1cm². This innovative technology aims to digitize the physical world by enriching locations with contextual data, thereby improving various services across sectors such as e-commerce, logistics, and smart city initiatives. UNL's platform enables businesses to create and manage their own Virtual Private Maps, facilitating local navigation and optimizing supply chain operations. Additionally, the company provides tools for developers and enterprises to build scalable, location-enabled applications, transforming how physical spaces are utilized and interacted with in the digital age.
Carma is a technology company specializing in innovative solutions for transportation and mobility. It offers a smartphone app that enables users to organize carpools, promoting efficient travel behavior. For over a decade, Carma has partnered with government agencies to implement high occupancy vehicle verification, GPS tolling, road user charging, and dynamic road pricing, all without relying on traditional roadside infrastructure. The company's patented technology has successfully verified tens of millions of road transactions, resulting in significant time and cost savings for commuters. Through its advancements, Carma aims to enhance travel efficiency and encourage sustainable transportation practices.
Mesh++ is a developer of solar-powered wireless communication technologies aimed at providing high-speed WiFi connectivity in outdoor and public spaces. The company specializes in creating solar-powered routers that leverage mobile processing power to deliver reliable internet access, particularly in remote areas and locations that lack conventional infrastructure. By focusing on sustainable energy solutions, Mesh++ enables users to access high-speed internet at a low cost, thereby enhancing connectivity in communities and expanding digital inclusion.
ACiiST is a provider of innovative IoT infrastructure technology designed for smart city applications. The company specializes in creating a seamless and scalable connectivity platform that utilizes existing street and highway lighting infrastructure to connect outdoor cameras, sensors, displays, and other edge devices. This solution enables cities to enhance security, improve efficiency, and upgrade overall functionality while maintaining a non-disruptive installation process. ACiiST's distributed switching technology significantly reduces costs, offering a solution that is approximately 10% of the alternatives, while also ensuring improved reliability, higher performance, and enhanced security. By leveraging existing electrical systems, ACiiST provides an efficient and cost-effective means of expanding communication points throughout urban environments.
Pushme Inc., founded in 2016 and headquartered in Bath, United Kingdom, specializes in manufacturing swappable batteries for bicycles. The company aims to enhance urban mobility by addressing the challenges of charging electric vehicles, which can be cumbersome and costly. Pushme's innovative network of battery swap stations allows local merchants to sell energy, providing cyclists with instant recharging options throughout the city. This approach not only facilitates the use of small, shareable electric vehicles but also promotes a more sustainable mode of transportation. By integrating technology that enables cyclists to convert their pedaling force into electricity, Pushme empowers users to manage their energy costs effectively while reducing cycling fatigue, particularly on long or uphill routes. As a subsidiary of Tier Mobility GmbH, Pushme is part of a broader movement towards sustainable urban mobility solutions.
nello
Convertible Note in 2018
Nello is a technology company dedicated to streamlining urban living. It specializes in upgrading multi-family home intercom systems, enabling keyless access via smartphones. This technology also facilitates unattended deliveries and pickups, enhancing convenience and efficiency for residents.
Pushme
Convertible Note in 2018
Pushme Inc., founded in 2016 and headquartered in Bath, United Kingdom, specializes in manufacturing swappable batteries for bicycles. The company aims to enhance urban mobility by addressing the challenges of charging electric vehicles, which can be cumbersome and costly. Pushme's innovative network of battery swap stations allows local merchants to sell energy, providing cyclists with instant recharging options throughout the city. This approach not only facilitates the use of small, shareable electric vehicles but also promotes a more sustainable mode of transportation. By integrating technology that enables cyclists to convert their pedaling force into electricity, Pushme empowers users to manage their energy costs effectively while reducing cycling fatigue, particularly on long or uphill routes. As a subsidiary of Tier Mobility GmbH, Pushme is part of a broader movement towards sustainable urban mobility solutions.
LOTaDATA
Seed Round in 2018
LOTaDATA, Inc. is a company that specializes in mobile location insights and predictive analytics solutions, utilizing machine learning to cater to apps, cities, and businesses both domestically and internationally. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional locations in London and Porto Alegre, the company curates geospatial data sets that combine public and private information. Their platform provides business intelligence by delivering location-based insights that help enterprise businesses, smart cities, service providers, and marketers understand user behavior and engagement with various community facilities and services. LOTaDATA analyzes data related to attendance, demographics, and social interactions, offering deep insights into public usage patterns and enabling clients to make informed decisions based on historical and real-time data regarding people's activities and interactions within their environments.
Pushme Inc., founded in 2016 and headquartered in Bath, United Kingdom, specializes in manufacturing swappable batteries for bicycles. The company aims to enhance urban mobility by addressing the challenges of charging electric vehicles, which can be cumbersome and costly. Pushme's innovative network of battery swap stations allows local merchants to sell energy, providing cyclists with instant recharging options throughout the city. This approach not only facilitates the use of small, shareable electric vehicles but also promotes a more sustainable mode of transportation. By integrating technology that enables cyclists to convert their pedaling force into electricity, Pushme empowers users to manage their energy costs effectively while reducing cycling fatigue, particularly on long or uphill routes. As a subsidiary of Tier Mobility GmbH, Pushme is part of a broader movement towards sustainable urban mobility solutions.
Social Bicycles
Series A in 2017
Social Bicycles Inc., operating under the name JUMP Bikes, is a company that specializes in developing an online platform and software designed for bike-sharing services. This technology allows users to locate, reserve, and access bikes through web and mobile applications, as well as directly from the bicycles themselves. The company caters to a diverse clientele, including residential properties, municipalities, universities, and corporate campuses, both in the United States and internationally. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, Social Bicycles has expanded its operations globally. As of 2018, the company is a subsidiary of Uber Technologies, Inc.
Mesh++
Pre Seed Round in 2017
Mesh++ is a developer of solar-powered wireless communication technologies aimed at providing high-speed WiFi connectivity in outdoor and public spaces. The company specializes in creating solar-powered routers that leverage mobile processing power to deliver reliable internet access, particularly in remote areas and locations that lack conventional infrastructure. By focusing on sustainable energy solutions, Mesh++ enables users to access high-speed internet at a low cost, thereby enhancing connectivity in communities and expanding digital inclusion.
Pushme
Pre Seed Round in 2017
Pushme Inc., founded in 2016 and headquartered in Bath, United Kingdom, specializes in manufacturing swappable batteries for bicycles. The company aims to enhance urban mobility by addressing the challenges of charging electric vehicles, which can be cumbersome and costly. Pushme's innovative network of battery swap stations allows local merchants to sell energy, providing cyclists with instant recharging options throughout the city. This approach not only facilitates the use of small, shareable electric vehicles but also promotes a more sustainable mode of transportation. By integrating technology that enables cyclists to convert their pedaling force into electricity, Pushme empowers users to manage their energy costs effectively while reducing cycling fatigue, particularly on long or uphill routes. As a subsidiary of Tier Mobility GmbH, Pushme is part of a broader movement towards sustainable urban mobility solutions.
ViaBot
Pre Seed Round in 2017
ViaBot Inc. specializes in developing autonomous outdoor robots tailored for commercial maintenance tasks. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, the company offers multi-functional robots that address various outdoor responsibilities, including sweeping, lawn mowing, and security. Their RUNO robots utilize advanced vision technology to monitor and scan properties, such as recognizing vehicle license plates. ViaBot's autonomous solutions feature modular technology, round-the-clock monitoring, easy scheduling, and long operational runtimes, thus enabling businesses like shopping malls and sports arenas to efficiently manage their outdoor environments. The company's commitment to ongoing updates ensures their robots remain effective and adaptable to changing needs.
Sencity
Pre Seed Round in 2017
Sencity is a company focused on developing interconnected infrastructure that enhances interactions among individuals, businesses, and government agencies, aiming to shape the future of livable cities. It specializes in creating public furniture appliances that revitalize city interfaces and repurpose connected public infrastructures. By designing experiences and products tailored to various cultures, demographics, and markets, Sencity seeks to transform traditional cost centers into revenue-sharing opportunities. This approach allows clients to gain spatial and contextual awareness, integrating immediate feedback and commercial implications into public spaces. The company's core values include engagement, technology, empathy, and creativity, which guide its mission to foster more vibrant urban environments.
Upcycles
Pre Seed Round in 2017
Upcycles is a company based in the United States that designs and develops human-electric cargo tricycles tailored for transporting goods in urban settings. These tricycles feature a wide-open deck platform, allowing for significant cargo capacity, and are engineered for maneuverability in areas where traditional bicycles may struggle. With a raised rider position for enhanced visibility and electric assistance through throttle control, Upcycles' vehicles prioritize safety and efficiency. The tricycles are equipped with integrated brakes, turn lights, horns, and the ability to reverse, making them suitable for navigating tight spaces. As part of a growing zero-emissions fleet, Upcycles serves delivery services across New York, offering a socially responsible solution that bridges the gap towards more automated delivery technologies.
CityData
Seed Round in 2017
CITYDATA.ai is a developer of a geospatial artificial intelligence platform that simulates the presence and movement of people across 9,000 cities globally. The company utilizes location intelligence to create mobility digital replicas, which quantify population counts and analyze movement patterns. Its platform integrates various products designed to enhance community engagement and data collection, including CITYCOUNT.ai, CITYPARKS.ai, CITYFLOW.ai, CITYSIM.ai, CITYOPS.ai, CITYSURVEY.ai, CITYCHAT.ai, and CITYSDK.ai. These tools enable the collection of mobility data from both public and private sources, facilitating on-site surveys, improving field workforce productivity, and helping brands connect with targeted audiences. Through its citizen apps and chatbots, CITYDATA.ai actively engages residents, providing them with contextual data relevant to their cities while measuring foot traffic and advertising effectiveness.
LOTaDATA
Convertible Note in 2017
LOTaDATA, Inc. is a company that specializes in mobile location insights and predictive analytics solutions, utilizing machine learning to cater to apps, cities, and businesses both domestically and internationally. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional locations in London and Porto Alegre, the company curates geospatial data sets that combine public and private information. Their platform provides business intelligence by delivering location-based insights that help enterprise businesses, smart cities, service providers, and marketers understand user behavior and engagement with various community facilities and services. LOTaDATA analyzes data related to attendance, demographics, and social interactions, offering deep insights into public usage patterns and enabling clients to make informed decisions based on historical and real-time data regarding people's activities and interactions within their environments.
Viaex Technologies
Convertible Note in 2016
ViaeX Technologies Inc. specializes in the development and manufacturing of bio-engineered nano-membrane technology solutions aimed at purifying water and air. The company's innovative biological nanofiltration systems are designed to be 400% more efficient than conventional methods, targeting specific pollutants and bacteria. These systems are biodegradable, cost-effective, and easily scalable, making them suitable for rapid deployment in cities facing significant pollution challenges. ViaeX's focus is on creating energy-efficient and environmentally friendly filtration systems that cater to industrial and municipal needs. The company's technological advancements are grounded in extensive research conducted at UC Berkeley and UC San Diego, utilizing breakthroughs in physical chemistry and nanotechnology. Additionally, ViaeX is developing sustainable nanomaterials from bio-waste, which can be applied across various industries, including water purification and food filtration, thereby reducing dependency on traditional materials and contributing to a more sustainable future.
Viaex Technologies
Seed Round in 2016
ViaeX Technologies Inc. specializes in the development and manufacturing of bio-engineered nano-membrane technology solutions aimed at purifying water and air. The company's innovative biological nanofiltration systems are designed to be 400% more efficient than conventional methods, targeting specific pollutants and bacteria. These systems are biodegradable, cost-effective, and easily scalable, making them suitable for rapid deployment in cities facing significant pollution challenges. ViaeX's focus is on creating energy-efficient and environmentally friendly filtration systems that cater to industrial and municipal needs. The company's technological advancements are grounded in extensive research conducted at UC Berkeley and UC San Diego, utilizing breakthroughs in physical chemistry and nanotechnology. Additionally, ViaeX is developing sustainable nanomaterials from bio-waste, which can be applied across various industries, including water purification and food filtration, thereby reducing dependency on traditional materials and contributing to a more sustainable future.
Néit Luggage, the world’s first Smart, Collapsible, Hard Case Luggage. Without compromising durability nor protection of your personal belongings, Néit Luggage is able to go from about 35CM to less than 8CM and simply slide under your bed or get hung next to your suits or dresses thanks to their carabiner-style handle. Not only smart in the respect that it reduces in size in a cramped space, but it also has GPS incorporated with their Travel Lifestyle app, making sure you’re never hung out to dry.
Carma
Convertible Note in 2016
Carma is a technology company specializing in innovative solutions for transportation and mobility. It offers a smartphone app that enables users to organize carpools, promoting efficient travel behavior. For over a decade, Carma has partnered with government agencies to implement high occupancy vehicle verification, GPS tolling, road user charging, and dynamic road pricing, all without relying on traditional roadside infrastructure. The company's patented technology has successfully verified tens of millions of road transactions, resulting in significant time and cost savings for commuters. Through its advancements, Carma aims to enhance travel efficiency and encourage sustainable transportation practices.
Scooterson
Pre Seed Round in 2016
Scooterson Inc. is a technology start-up based in San Francisco, California, specializing in the manufacturing of innovative electric kick-scooters. Founded in 2016, the company aims to revolutionize urban mobility by offering semi-autonomous scooters that enhance the riding experience. These scooters feature body-gesture control, eliminating the need for traditional acceleration levers or gear changers, and are constructed from precision-machined aerospace-grade alloy parts. Leveraging advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, teleoperation, and big data analysis, Scooterson’s products are designed to adjust driving speed while maintaining safety, making them appealing to both individual users and private fleet operators in the personal mobility market.
KNOT is a France-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in compact transportation systems designed for smart cities and sustainable environments. The company offers a comprehensive solution that includes modular locking systems, foldable kick scooters, and a smart mobile application for localization and sharing. KNOT's innovative approach employs artificial intelligence algorithms to enhance operational efficiency and maintenance, addressing the last-mile transportation challenge. Their technology incorporates Internet of Things sensors for effective fleet monitoring and predictive analysis, facilitating the optimal distribution of scooters. This combination of services aims to provide users with an affordable and convenient transportation option while promoting eco-friendly mobility solutions.
nello
Venture Round in 2016
Nello is a technology company dedicated to streamlining urban living. It specializes in upgrading multi-family home intercom systems, enabling keyless access via smartphones. This technology also facilitates unattended deliveries and pickups, enhancing convenience and efficiency for residents.
Carma
Convertible Note in 2016
Carma is a technology company specializing in innovative solutions for transportation and mobility. It offers a smartphone app that enables users to organize carpools, promoting efficient travel behavior. For over a decade, Carma has partnered with government agencies to implement high occupancy vehicle verification, GPS tolling, road user charging, and dynamic road pricing, all without relying on traditional roadside infrastructure. The company's patented technology has successfully verified tens of millions of road transactions, resulting in significant time and cost savings for commuters. Through its advancements, Carma aims to enhance travel efficiency and encourage sustainable transportation practices.
Stae
Pre Seed Round in 2016
Stae is a technology company that specializes in developing digital infrastructure platforms for municipalities, aiming to enhance civic data accessibility and usability. By partnering with local governments, Stae enables the integration and management of diverse data sources in real-time, providing city managers and workers with a universal tool for data collaboration. The platform facilitates improved data-sharing workflows, allowing for better performance tracking and informed decision-making. By offering actionable insights, Stae supports cities in navigating compliance, taxation, and procurement challenges in the modern era. Through its innovative solutions, Stae helps cities leverage data to drive operational efficiency and foster innovation.
LumenCache
Seed Round in 2016
LumenCache is a manufacturer of lighting systems and fixtures that focuses on creating a reliable wired infrastructure for lighting in homes and buildings. The company replaces traditional alternating current (AC) power distribution with a direct current (DC) system, allowing for replaceable modules that can power and control individual lights, switches, and fans. By integrating modern structured wiring, LumenCache connects various technologies, including microgrids and batteries, to facilitate the adoption of smart building products. This approach addresses the obsolescence and reliability issues often associated with wireless platforms, thereby enhancing the installation of smart devices. Since its establishment, LumenCache has demonstrated the longevity, safety, and adaptability of its platform through various applications worldwide, ranging from solar-powered bus stops to multi-story apartment buildings. The company's innovative solutions are poised to significantly impact the construction industry and the growing market for smart products.
Carma
Convertible Note in 2016
Carma is a technology company specializing in innovative solutions for transportation and mobility. It offers a smartphone app that enables users to organize carpools, promoting efficient travel behavior. For over a decade, Carma has partnered with government agencies to implement high occupancy vehicle verification, GPS tolling, road user charging, and dynamic road pricing, all without relying on traditional roadside infrastructure. The company's patented technology has successfully verified tens of millions of road transactions, resulting in significant time and cost savings for commuters. Through its advancements, Carma aims to enhance travel efficiency and encourage sustainable transportation practices.
Viadedo
Pre Seed Round in 2015
Viadedo is an online platform that facilitates intra-city carpooling, enabling users to share rides for specific routes. The service allows drivers to list their journeys, including points of interest and preferences, while passengers can find rides that match their routes in real-time. By promoting carpooling, Viadedo aims to reduce traffic congestion in urban areas and lower CO2 emissions, addressing a growing environmental concern. The platform not only provides a cost-effective travel solution by allowing users to share fuel expenses but also creates opportunities for individuals to connect with others traveling in the same direction. Viadedo addresses the increasing need for sustainable transportation alternatives, encouraging community participation in reducing the number of cars on the road.
Pool My Ride
Seed Round in 2015
Pool My Ride is a ride-sharing application that aims to simplify daily commutes while reducing transportation costs. The platform allows users to find ride pools in their city by entering their starting point and destination, connecting them with friends and fellow users for shared travel. Additionally, the company offers cab pooling services specifically for office commutes. By leveraging this technology, users can save significant expenses on fuel, maintenance, and vehicle wear and tear, with average savings exceeding $1,000 per year. The app also facilitates social connections by allowing users to view travel plans of their friends and colleagues, fostering new relationships. Overall, Pool My Ride promotes not only individual savings but also environmental sustainability by encouraging shared transportation options.
FlexLab
Angel Round in 2013
FlexLab is an innovative company focused on intelligent manufacturing and digital fabrication. Established in 2013, it comprises a diverse team of software engineers, electronic engineers, designers, and creatives committed to transforming various sectors, including transportation, manufacturing, education, and retail. FlexLab's projects encompass a wide array of technologies, such as self-driving systems, drones, unattended retail solutions, virtual reality workshops, remote robot control, image recognition, sustainable vehicles, voice recognition, and soft robotics, catering to users in over twenty countries. The company's initial project, a 3D printed nanocopter called Flexbot, successfully raised significant funding on Kickstarter, while its subsequent project, FlexPV, won accolades at the Michelin Challenge Bibendum. FlexLab continues to explore new ideas and innovations, driven by a passion for making concepts a reality.
Carma is a technology company specializing in innovative solutions for transportation and mobility. It offers a smartphone app that enables users to organize carpools, promoting efficient travel behavior. For over a decade, Carma has partnered with government agencies to implement high occupancy vehicle verification, GPS tolling, road user charging, and dynamic road pricing, all without relying on traditional roadside infrastructure. The company's patented technology has successfully verified tens of millions of road transactions, resulting in significant time and cost savings for commuters. Through its advancements, Carma aims to enhance travel efficiency and encourage sustainable transportation practices.
Carma is a technology company specializing in innovative solutions for transportation and mobility. It offers a smartphone app that enables users to organize carpools, promoting efficient travel behavior. For over a decade, Carma has partnered with government agencies to implement high occupancy vehicle verification, GPS tolling, road user charging, and dynamic road pricing, all without relying on traditional roadside infrastructure. The company's patented technology has successfully verified tens of millions of road transactions, resulting in significant time and cost savings for commuters. Through its advancements, Carma aims to enhance travel efficiency and encourage sustainable transportation practices.
Carma
Venture Round in 2009
Carma is a technology company specializing in innovative solutions for transportation and mobility. It offers a smartphone app that enables users to organize carpools, promoting efficient travel behavior. For over a decade, Carma has partnered with government agencies to implement high occupancy vehicle verification, GPS tolling, road user charging, and dynamic road pricing, all without relying on traditional roadside infrastructure. The company's patented technology has successfully verified tens of millions of road transactions, resulting in significant time and cost savings for commuters. Through its advancements, Carma aims to enhance travel efficiency and encourage sustainable transportation practices.
Carma is a technology company specializing in innovative solutions for transportation and mobility. It offers a smartphone app that enables users to organize carpools, promoting efficient travel behavior. For over a decade, Carma has partnered with government agencies to implement high occupancy vehicle verification, GPS tolling, road user charging, and dynamic road pricing, all without relying on traditional roadside infrastructure. The company's patented technology has successfully verified tens of millions of road transactions, resulting in significant time and cost savings for commuters. Through its advancements, Carma aims to enhance travel efficiency and encourage sustainable transportation practices.
Carma is a technology company specializing in innovative solutions for transportation and mobility. It offers a smartphone app that enables users to organize carpools, promoting efficient travel behavior. For over a decade, Carma has partnered with government agencies to implement high occupancy vehicle verification, GPS tolling, road user charging, and dynamic road pricing, all without relying on traditional roadside infrastructure. The company's patented technology has successfully verified tens of millions of road transactions, resulting in significant time and cost savings for commuters. Through its advancements, Carma aims to enhance travel efficiency and encourage sustainable transportation practices.