Jumbo Privacy
Series A in 2020
Jumbo Privacy is a technology company that specializes in a mobile application designed for managing online privacy and security. The app, available on iOS and Android platforms, empowers users to take control of their personal data across various social media platforms and internet services. By providing a universal interface, Jumbo Privacy enables individuals to easily handle privacy settings and protect their personal information from unwanted exposure. The company's mission is centered around the belief that data ownership rests with the user, making it essential for Jumbo to offer tools that reinforce user autonomy in maintaining their online privacy.
Miso is a technology company that provides APIs for search and recommendation, enabling personalized web experiences without tracking users. The platform offers real‑time clickstream analysis and semantic intelligence to help marketplaces and brands increase revenue. In addition, Miso operates an online‑to‑offline service that connects consumers with verified home‑service professionals for cleaning, moving, installation, repair, flooring, relocation, and interior design. The service includes rating systems, convenient payment, and instant booking through iOS and Android apps, delivering hotel‑like quality at home.
Jumbo Privacy
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Jumbo Privacy is a technology company that specializes in a mobile application designed for managing online privacy and security. The app, available on iOS and Android platforms, empowers users to take control of their personal data across various social media platforms and internet services. By providing a universal interface, Jumbo Privacy enables individuals to easily handle privacy settings and protect their personal information from unwanted exposure. The company's mission is centered around the belief that data ownership rests with the user, making it essential for Jumbo to offer tools that reinforce user autonomy in maintaining their online privacy.
Kandji, Inc. is a cloud-based software company that specializes in providing customizable security and compliance solutions for Apple devices, including Mac computers, iPhones, iPads, and Apple TVs. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in San Diego, California, Kandji streamlines the management of these devices for IT teams by offering features such as one-click compliance templates and over 150 pre-built automation, apps, and workflows. The platform is designed to simplify the enforcement of macOS security parameters and enables real-time monitoring and auto-remediation of potential issues. Kandji is committed to enhancing the user experience through continuous innovation and customer-focused solutions, helping businesses maintain secure and compliant environments.
POPARAZZI
Seed Round in 2018
Poparazzi is a photo-sharing application that enables users to create social profiles for their friends and share photos of them, fostering authentic connections and empathy among users. Currently available only on iOS, the app allows individuals to assume the role of the "paparazzi" for their friends, capturing and sharing moments that promote engagement and interaction within their social circles. Through its innovative design, Poparazzi aims to bring people closer together by offering a platform that emphasizes genuine connections and shared experiences.
Thunkable
Venture Round in 2018
Thunkable is a United States-based no-code platform that enables users to create native mobile applications without writing code. It offers a drag-and-drop interface, built-in templates, and design elements to simplify app development, with online design and instant previews on devices. The platform supports cross-platform deployment to major mobile platforms and enables direct submission to the iOS and Android app stores, allowing individuals and developers to build functional apps without traditional coding.
Dreams is a New York City-based company that specializes in a mobile-only television platform, focusing on a modern, mobile-first news experience. Founded in 2016 by Tom Bender and Greg Hochmuth, Dreams employs patent-pending computer vision technology to transform live television news into a vertical video format in real-time. This innovative approach allows for the creation of the first-ever live, 24/7 vertical video news channels. The Dreams app is available for free in the United States on both the App Store and Google Play, and it does not require any login or registration, making it accessible to a wide audience.
Stacks
Initial Coin Offering in 2017
Stacks is a mobile communications company based in Melbourne, Australia, specializing in branded contact sharing solutions. The company provides business cards designed for iPhone users running iOS 7 and utilizing AirDrop technology. Stacks allows users to organize received business cards into stacks based on various categories such as company, profession, or event. Additionally, any updates made to these cards automatically sync with the user's contacts, ensuring that information remains current and accessible. Through its innovative approach, Stacks enhances the way individuals manage and share their professional connections.
Founded in 2015, Dave is a fintech company based in Los Angeles, California. It operates a mobile application that provides users with banking services, including overdraft protection, early access to paychecks, and credit building tools. The app aims to improve financial wellness by offering transparent, fee-free banking and has grown to serve over 12 million members since its inception.
Founded in 2015, Dave is a fintech company based in Los Angeles, California. It operates a mobile application that provides users with banking services, including overdraft protection, early access to paychecks, and credit building tools. The app aims to improve financial wellness by offering transparent, fee-free banking and has grown to serve over 12 million members since its inception.
Frisbee
Seed Round in 2016
Frisbee builds mobile video products that enable people to intimately and authentically communicate with one another through video. We want to help people feel close to one another even when apart in a way that builds deeper relationships.
We're looking for motivated engineers who can bring their skills and ideas to building mobile products that help people connect. We're a small scrappy team of former Facebookers and startup vets, and looking for A players to bring on!
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Alively (iOS) makes it easy to capture & share everyday moments privately with your friends through live or recorded video: https://alive.ly/ and App Store here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/alively/id1143273512
Go Insurance
Series A in 2016
Go Insurance is a mobile car insurance platform based in San Francisco, founded in 2014, that provides car insurance through an iPhone application. The app offers instant quotes from registered insurers and includes features such as Go Safe Map and Go Dispatch, with insurance quotes available in select states. The service aims to simplify the insurance process by reducing paperwork and incorporating a driver's license photo as part of the verification process to enable easy enrollment.
Expo
Convertible Note in 2016
Expo lets you write native apps that run on web, iOS, and Android with a single React codebase. Expo is trusted in production by tens of thousands of companies including Brex, Flexport, Valve, Blackline, Burger King, sweetgreen, Cameo, Codecademy, DailyPay, TriNet, ShapeShift, Warpcast, and Insider and is depended on by over 1,000,000 projects on GitHub.
Reserve Media
Venture Round in 2016
Reserve Media, Inc. is a hospitality technology company that offers a digital dining concierge service designed to connect restaurants with diners. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in New York City, with additional offices in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Boston, Reserve provides a platform that allows customers to discover restaurants, make reservations, and receive personalized services, while also enabling restaurants to enhance their customer relationship management and gain valuable insights into their operations. The platform aims to reduce reservation cancellations and improve the overall dining experience by streamlining the booking process. Reserve has established partnerships with numerous renowned chefs and restaurateurs, positioning itself as a leading resource in the industry. The service is accessible through a mobile app available for both iOS and Android devices. As of 2018, Reserve Media operates as a subsidiary of Resy Network, Inc.
Thunkable
Seed Round in 2016
Thunkable is a United States-based no-code platform that enables users to create native mobile applications without writing code. It offers a drag-and-drop interface, built-in templates, and design elements to simplify app development, with online design and instant previews on devices. The platform supports cross-platform deployment to major mobile platforms and enables direct submission to the iOS and Android app stores, allowing individuals and developers to build functional apps without traditional coding.
Reserve Media
Series A in 2015
Reserve Media, Inc. is a hospitality technology company that offers a digital dining concierge service designed to connect restaurants with diners. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in New York City, with additional offices in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Boston, Reserve provides a platform that allows customers to discover restaurants, make reservations, and receive personalized services, while also enabling restaurants to enhance their customer relationship management and gain valuable insights into their operations. The platform aims to reduce reservation cancellations and improve the overall dining experience by streamlining the booking process. Reserve has established partnerships with numerous renowned chefs and restaurateurs, positioning itself as a leading resource in the industry. The service is accessible through a mobile app available for both iOS and Android devices. As of 2018, Reserve Media operates as a subsidiary of Resy Network, Inc.
Stacks is a mobile communications company based in Melbourne, Australia, specializing in branded contact sharing solutions. The company provides business cards designed for iPhone users running iOS 7 and utilizing AirDrop technology. Stacks allows users to organize received business cards into stacks based on various categories such as company, profession, or event. Additionally, any updates made to these cards automatically sync with the user's contacts, ensuring that information remains current and accessible. Through its innovative approach, Stacks enhances the way individuals manage and share their professional connections.
Talkray is a developer of a mobile communication application that transforms smartphones into a walkie-talkie, allowing users to make free calls and engage in chat. The application facilitates the sharing of photos, videos, and location information, enhancing connectivity among users. Available for both Android and iPhone platforms, Talkray aims to provide a seamless communication experience for individuals looking to stay in touch with family and friends.
LIFX, founded in 2012 and based in Redwood City, California, is a manufacturer of Wi-Fi-enabled, multi-colored LED light bulbs that revolutionized smart lighting. The company offers innovative products that allow users to control their lighting through free iOS or Android applications, providing access to over a million colors. Designed for durability, LIFX bulbs are built to last over 22 years and are energy-efficient, making them an attractive choice for consumers looking to reduce electricity consumption. LIFX products seamlessly integrate with various smart home devices, offering a convenient solution for creating a connected home experience without the need for additional hardware.
Two Tap
Seed Round in 2014
Two Tap is a Palo Alto-based startup founded by Radu Spineanu and Razvan Roman. It operates a platform that facilitates direct product sales within publishers' applications, enhancing e-commerce efficiency. The platform offers seamless in-app shopping experiences for users, who can benefit from a shared wallet feature. Additionally, Two Tap enables swift checkouts on iOS Safari and Google Chrome. For developers, it provides options to place orders on e-commerce sites via HTML5 interface or API. Two Tap offers three pricing tiers: free, standard, and enterprise.
Spring is a retail company that offers a diverse selection of products, including apparel and home and garden items. It operates as a shopping application designed for iOS devices, allowing users to follow their favorite brands and purchase new arrivals, exclusives, and unique products. Originally founded as Jello Labs, the company rebranded to Spring in July 2014. The founders of Spring are David Tisch, Alan Tisch, and Octavian Costache, and the company is based in New York.
Sunrise
Seed Round in 2014
Sunrise is a free calendar app. Designed with love, Sunrise is a new experience that will make your life easier. Available on Android, iPhone, iPad & Web.
Layer, Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, specializing in the development of an open communications layer platform for the Internet. Founded in 2011, Layer enables developers to integrate rich messaging, voice, and video capabilities into their applications. The company's offerings include Atlas, a customizable UI kit designed for enhancing messaging features, as well as software development kits (SDKs) for both iOS and Android platforms. Additionally, Layer provides a Client API that allows browser-based applications to incorporate chat and communication services, along with a Platform API that facilitates the automation, extension, and integration of these services with other applications. Through its innovative tools, Layer aims to enhance customer interaction for businesses by improving communication between companies and their clients.
Memoir
Convertible Note in 2013
Memoir transforms your photos, the places you go, and your social media into memories that can be relived when they’re most interesting to you. As soon as you request them, the photos your friends choose to share with you become part of your Memoir seamlessly. You can find memories and photos by people, places, dates, context, and more - no tagging or organization required. Memoir discovers photos and memories wherever they were created - iPhone cameras, DSLR's, Instagram, Facebook, Foursquare - even on your computer. With Memoir, all of your photos and memories are backed up securely to the cloud.
SnapGuide
Series A in 2013
SnapGuide is a platform that allows users to create, share, and discover step-by-step how-to guides across various topics, ranging from cooking and crafting to automotive repairs. Founded by Daniel Raffel and Steve Krulewitz, the company offers an iOS application and a web service designed to facilitate the sharing of instructional knowledge. Users can easily create their own guides and share them with friends on social media platforms like Twitter and Facebook, fostering a community of individuals who share similar interests and passions. The platform's emphasis on simplicity and aesthetics enhances the user experience, making it a popular choice for those looking to learn or teach new skills.
Layer, Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, specializing in the development of an open communications layer platform for the Internet. Founded in 2011, Layer enables developers to integrate rich messaging, voice, and video capabilities into their applications. The company's offerings include Atlas, a customizable UI kit designed for enhancing messaging features, as well as software development kits (SDKs) for both iOS and Android platforms. Additionally, Layer provides a Client API that allows browser-based applications to incorporate chat and communication services, along with a Platform API that facilitates the automation, extension, and integration of these services with other applications. Through its innovative tools, Layer aims to enhance customer interaction for businesses by improving communication between companies and their clients.
Keepsafe
Seed Round in 2013
Keepsafe Software Inc. is a company that specializes in digital privacy solutions, providing applications designed to protect personal content on mobile devices. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California, Keepsafe offers a suite of apps, including Keepsafe Photos, Keepsafe Documents, and AppLock, which allow users to secure and manage their private photos, videos, and documents. The software is available for both iOS and Android platforms and is designed to prevent unauthorized access to sensitive data, enabling users to maintain ownership over their digital privacy while providing options for safe sharing. Keepsafe aims to simplify the management of personal information in the digital realm, making privacy as straightforward as it is in the physical world.
Snaplion
Seed Round in 2013
Snaplion designs and creates customized Android and iPhone applications.
Keepsafe Software Inc. is a company that specializes in digital privacy solutions, providing applications designed to protect personal content on mobile devices. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California, Keepsafe offers a suite of apps, including Keepsafe Photos, Keepsafe Documents, and AppLock, which allow users to secure and manage their private photos, videos, and documents. The software is available for both iOS and Android platforms and is designed to prevent unauthorized access to sensitive data, enabling users to maintain ownership over their digital privacy while providing options for safe sharing. Keepsafe aims to simplify the management of personal information in the digital realm, making privacy as straightforward as it is in the physical world.
FiftyThree
Series A in 2013
FiftyThree, Inc. is a company that develops innovative applications aimed at enhancing creativity and collaboration. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in New York, FiftyThree offers a drawing application called Paper, which enables users to create, capture, and transform ideas on their iPads, functioning as a sketchpad, notebook, and journal. Additionally, the company provides Pencil, a stylus designed for use with iPads and iPhones, enhancing the user experience for digital drawing and note-taking. FiftyThree also specializes in collaborative tools that facilitate idea organization and sharing among teams, ultimately helping creators refine and improve their concepts. As of August 2018, FiftyThree operates as a subsidiary of WeTransfer BV.
Lockitron
Venture Round in 2013
Lockitron, developed by Apigy, is a provider of a virtual door locking application that allows users to lock and unlock deadbolt locks using remote control or a mobile device. The system combines a specialized door lock device with a smartphone application, effectively transforming a smartphone into a digital house key. This technology enables users to manage access to their homes without the need for traditional keys, enhancing convenience and security.
Talkray is a developer of a mobile communication application that transforms smartphones into a walkie-talkie, allowing users to make free calls and engage in chat. The application facilitates the sharing of photos, videos, and location information, enhancing connectivity among users. Available for both Android and iPhone platforms, Talkray aims to provide a seamless communication experience for individuals looking to stay in touch with family and friends.
Hangtime
Seed Round in 2013
Hangtime, Inc. is a mobile application developer based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2011. The company has created the Hangtime app, which allows users to view their friends' upcoming social plans, such as concerts and poetry readings. This innovative application aims to enhance social interactions by minimizing missed opportunities for gatherings. Available on platforms like iPhone and Facebook, Hangtime enables individuals to discover and join activities that interest them, fostering stronger connections among friends.
Scoutzie
Seed Round in 2012
Scoutzie, LLC is an online platform based in Seattle, Washington, dedicated to connecting mobile designers with clients seeking professional design services. The platform allows mobile designers to showcase their work across various devices, including iPhones, iPads, Android devices, and Windows. By facilitating direct collaboration between clients and top designers worldwide, Scoutzie aims to streamline the process of finding the right design talent, ensuring that access to skilled professionals is not limited by personal networks. The community emphasizes the merit of designers' portfolios, creating an exclusive environment where members are recognized for their work rather than their connections.
PayDragon
Seed Round in 2012
PayDragon, Inc. is a company based in Los Angeles, California, that specializes in developing mobile applications for online shopping on iPhone and Android devices. Its innovative app allows users to conveniently order and purchase products from nearby stores, enabling them to have items ready for pick-up upon arrival. This approach streamlines the shopping experience by eliminating the need to wait in line for ordering and payment, thus saving users time and enhancing convenience.
Open Air Publishing
Angel Round in 2012
Open Air Publishing Inc. is a New York-based company that specializes in the creation of digital how-to books designed for touchscreen devices such as iPads and iPhones. Founded in 2011, the company focuses on enhancing the learning experience by integrating multimedia elements that allow readers to touch, watch, listen, read, and learn new skills. Open Air Publishing's titles include notable works such as "The Better Bacon Book," "Master Your DSLR Camera," "Holiday Recipe and Survival Guide," and "Speakeasy Cocktails." Each book is carefully crafted to provide a comprehensive and engaging experience, leveraging the expertise of a diverse network of contributors to guide readers through various subjects.
Exec is a house cleaning service that allows users to book appointments via their iPhone or the web. The company operates in several major U.S. metropolitan areas, including San Francisco, Seattle, San Diego, Los Angeles, New York, Boston, Chicago, and Washington D.C., with plans for future expansion. Exec provides teams of vetted cleaning assistants who perform basic home-cleaning tasks, utilizing environmentally friendly cleaning supplies. By focusing on quality and reliability, Exec aims to simplify the home-cleaning experience for its customers.
Socialcam
Angel Round in 2012
Socialcam is a mobile application developer, creating platforms for iPhone and Android users to capture, edit, and share high-quality videos with friends and family. The company's service enables users to easily record and share life's moments, making video sharing convenient and fun.
Voxer
Venture Round in 2012
Voxer, LLC is a mobile communication application developer based in San Francisco, California. Founded in 2007 and originally known as RebelVox, LLC, the company rebranded to Voxer in March 2011. Voxer offers a push-to-talk service compatible with iOS and Android devices, enabling users to send instant voice, text, and photo messages in real time. The application is designed for teams, featuring end-to-end encryption and supporting communication over 3G, 4G, or Wi-Fi networks. This allows for secure, real-time messaging, facilitating effective collaboration among users worldwide.
iCracked
Seed Round in 2012
iCracked Inc. is a prominent provider of on-demand repair services for smartphones and tablets, specializing in iPhone, iPad, and Samsung Galaxy devices. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, the company has established a network of over 5,000 certified technicians, known as iTechs, who can be dispatched quickly to perform repairs on-site. This efficient service model allows customers to receive rapid and convenient repair solutions, as well as mobile device recycling options. iCracked operates as a subsidiary of SquareTrade, Inc., further enhancing its capabilities in the mobile repair industry.
FiftyThree
Seed Round in 2012
FiftyThree, Inc. is a company that develops innovative applications aimed at enhancing creativity and collaboration. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in New York, FiftyThree offers a drawing application called Paper, which enables users to create, capture, and transform ideas on their iPads, functioning as a sketchpad, notebook, and journal. Additionally, the company provides Pencil, a stylus designed for use with iPads and iPhones, enhancing the user experience for digital drawing and note-taking. FiftyThree also specializes in collaborative tools that facilitate idea organization and sharing among teams, ultimately helping creators refine and improve their concepts. As of August 2018, FiftyThree operates as a subsidiary of WeTransfer BV.
Talkray
Seed Round in 2012
Talkray is a developer of a mobile communication application that transforms smartphones into a walkie-talkie, allowing users to make free calls and engage in chat. The application facilitates the sharing of photos, videos, and location information, enhancing connectivity among users. Available for both Android and iPhone platforms, Talkray aims to provide a seamless communication experience for individuals looking to stay in touch with family and friends.
Embark is a mobile application designed to make it easy to get around cities using mass transit. Among other features, the iOS and Android application tells users when trains and busses are coming and will send push notifications when services are delayed. With over half a million users and rapid growth, Embark's simple and powerful mobile application is designed to bring urban transportation into the age of the smartphone. Embark is available for twelve major transportation systems in the US and the UK and is expanding rapidly. Embark won best transit and mobility app awards from the New York MTA App Quest and NYC Big Apps 3.0 contests.
Trigger.io
Seed Round in 2012
Trigger.io is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in cross-platform mobile development. Their primary product is a framework designed to help web developers create native mobile apps efficiently. The platform focuses on using HTML5 and regularly updates to reduce data consumption, making it easier for developers to build applications quickly.
nprogress
Seed Round in 2011
nProgress is the creator of ntro, a mobile social discovery platform for iPhone and Android.
ntro is a social discovery smartphone app that helps you discover and connect with nearby people who share your interests, whether it’s food trucks, TechCrunch or zombies. Simply enter your interests or download them from Facebook – ntro connects you to other people who like the same things and lets you know if you have any friends in common. ntro is available for free on iPhone and Android in Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay Area. The app will expand to more cities soon.
Get more info at www.ntro.com
Incident
Seed Round in 2011
Incident Technologies Inc. is a software and hardware company based in Santa Clara, California, founded in 2009 by Idan Beck. The company specializes in developing music applications for iPhones, with its flagship product being gTar, a digital guitar that utilizes LEDs to guide users in playing music alongside a docked iPhone. This innovative device not only facilitates music playing but also allows users to create and share their musical experiences. Incident Technologies caters to customers both in the United States and internationally, focusing on enhancing the way individuals engage with music through connected musical devices.
Lookout, Inc. is a cybersecurity company specializing in cloud-based technology solutions for mobile security. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in major cities worldwide, Lookout offers a range of products including mobile security apps for both Android and iOS devices. Its solutions encompass Mobile Threat Protection, a Mobile Intelligence Center for real-time threat investigations, and an App Vetting API designed to secure enterprise and commercial app stores. By providing organizations with tools to enable bring-your-own-device (BYOD) policies, ensure compliance, and combat advanced mobile threats, Lookout empowers enterprises and individuals to safeguard their sensitive data across devices, applications, networks, and clouds. The company's platform is trusted by various enterprises, government agencies, and millions of consumers, allowing them to manage their data securely and efficiently.
Stitcher, Inc. is a company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2007, that specializes in the development of a mobile application designed for news and entertainment. The Stitcher app allows users to discover a diverse array of radio shows, live radio stations, and podcasts, enabling them to stream content across various devices, including iPhones, iPads, iPods, Android devices, and desktops. The application features a broad network of original content covering numerous topics and offers a premium subscription service. This platform empowers listeners to easily discover, listen to, distribute, and create podcasts, enhancing their audio entertainment experience. As of 2016, Stitcher operates as a subsidiary of Midroll Media, LLC.
Game Closure
Seed Round in 2011
Game Closure is a company that offers an HTML-based multiplayer game development platform designed to simplify the creation and distribution of games for developers. Its software development kit (SDK) allows users to leverage familiar Web APIs to produce high-quality games that can be published across both iOS and Android ecosystems. By streamlining the processes of debugging, hosting, and development, Game Closure enables game studios to overcome traditional barriers associated with multiplayer game creation. Additionally, the platform compiles games into hardware-accelerated native applications, facilitating immediate distribution on various devices. This approach provides developers with a cost-effective means to enter the competitive multiplayer and multiplatform gaming markets.
Just.me
Seed Round in 2011
Just.me, Inc., established in 2011 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, operates a mobile and social network. It offers a free, unified mobile messaging platform that combines features from various apps, such as texting, email, voice messages, and multimedia sharing, into a single application. Users can save, share, or publish memories, messages, or posts with unlimited photos, videos, voice, and text. The app, currently in beta for iPhone and under development for Android, also has a web version with reduced publishing features. Just.me stands out by giving users control over their information and messages, as it sits on the smartphone address book, allowing users to decide who sees each shared message.
One Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that develops a mobile application called One, designed to facilitate social networking by connecting users with shared interests. The app utilizes information from users' Facebook profiles and their geographical location to identify and notify them of nearby individuals who have similar interests and have also downloaded the application. This innovative approach aims to enhance user interaction and foster community engagement among individuals with common hobbies and preferences.
Circle is the app that answers the question, "Who’s Around You?"
Know when your friends & networks are nearby, wherever you are, no matter where you go. Circle tells you when your friends, or people from your networks (college, work, hometown, professional group, etc.), are near you. You'll be magically notified whenever they're around.
Circle is an award-winning app, featured by Apple in over 50 countries and many of the top press publications.
EggCartel
Seed Round in 2011
EggCartel, Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2010. It operates the EggDrop application, a real-time marketplace designed for mobile devices, which facilitates the buying and selling of used items within local neighborhoods. Users can easily post items for sale or giveaway, complete with photos and descriptions, and share listings on social media platforms. The application allows individuals to browse available items, connect with neighbors, and arrange pickups directly from their smartphones. EggDrop promotes resource reuse and recycling while fostering community connections in a safe and user-friendly environment. The application is compatible with iPhone, iPod Touch, and Android devices, making it accessible to a broad audience.
AppRedeem
Seed Round in 2011
AppRedeem, Inc. is a mobile advertising platform that focuses on application discovery, branding, and monetization. Founded in 2010 and based in Mountain View, California, the company enables users to earn points by trying out mobile applications and providing feedback to developers. This engagement model serves both advertisers and mobile developers, helping them effectively promote their apps. AppRedeem's platform is utilized by a significant portion of the top grossing developers in the App Store, indicating its influence in the mobile app ecosystem. As of September 2015, AppRedeem operates as a subsidiary of Perk.com Inc.
Pulse is an elegant news reading application for iPhone, iPad and Android devices. It incorporates colorful panning story bars and fills them with content from your favorite sources. Pulse redefines news, giving you the opportunity to experience the news you desire from traditional sources, your favorite blogs and social networks all in one beautiful interface.
Pulse is developed by Alphonso Labs.
SnapGuide
Seed Round in 2011
SnapGuide is a platform that allows users to create, share, and discover step-by-step how-to guides across various topics, ranging from cooking and crafting to automotive repairs. Founded by Daniel Raffel and Steve Krulewitz, the company offers an iOS application and a web service designed to facilitate the sharing of instructional knowledge. Users can easily create their own guides and share them with friends on social media platforms like Twitter and Facebook, fostering a community of individuals who share similar interests and passions. The platform's emphasis on simplicity and aesthetics enhances the user experience, making it a popular choice for those looking to learn or teach new skills.
Realm ApS is a mobile database company that provides a robust alternative to SQLite and Core Data, facilitating faster application development for users on Android, iOS, and OSX platforms. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, with an additional office in San Francisco, Realm specializes in offering a memory-efficient database that includes features like querying, relationships, graphs, and thread safety. This innovative platform significantly reduces the amount of code developers need to write, effectively saving them time and enabling the creation of enhanced user experiences. As of May 2019, Realm operates as a subsidiary of MongoDB, Inc.
Inporia
Seed Round in 2011
Inporia, Inc. is an e-commerce company based in Palo Alto, California, established in 2011. The company is known for its flagship product, Kaleidoscope, an inspiration e-commerce app and widget launched for Android in February 2011 and subsequently for iPhone in April 2011. Kaleidoscope is the first of a series of e-commerce-driven applications that Inporia plans to develop. The founding team comprises Ryan Junee, a seasoned entrepreneur with a background in technology startups, and Max Skibinsky, along with team members Sarah Kunst and Simon Ratner. Inporia has successfully secured $1.25 million in seed funding from notable investors and venture capital firms, positioning itself for further growth in the e-commerce landscape.
Bloom Studio
Seed Round in 2011
Bloom Studio Inc., established in 2010 and headquartered in San Francisco, develops a visual discovery application platform. The company creates applications for iOS, Android, and web platforms that simplify exploration of social media and streaming datasets from sources like Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and more. Focusing on audio and video services, Bloom's apps combine data visualization with casual gameplay to offer users engaging ways to discover interesting content within their social networks, media libraries, and locations. Users can authenticate via popular web APIs such as Facebook, Twitter, Netflix, Dropbox, and Google Reader, then choose from a growing collection of 'instruments' to interact with data in novel, playful ways.
TinyCo, founded in 2009 by Suli Ali, is a mobile game development company that focuses on creating engaging gaming experiences based on popular entertainment franchises. The company has developed over a dozen successful games, including titles like Marvel Avengers Academy and Family Guy: The Quest for Stuff, available on major platforms such as the App Store, Google Play Store, and Amazon App Store. TinyCo aims to deliver enjoyable mobile entertainment that brings happiness to users in short increments of time. The company’s portfolio consists of high-quality free-to-play games designed to enhance social gaming experiences. TinyCo was acquired by Jam City, a leading global mobile entertainment company known for its innovative and narrative-rich games that feature iconic brands.
Memoir transforms your photos, the places you go, and your social media into memories that can be relived when they’re most interesting to you. As soon as you request them, the photos your friends choose to share with you become part of your Memoir seamlessly. You can find memories and photos by people, places, dates, context, and more - no tagging or organization required. Memoir discovers photos and memories wherever they were created - iPhone cameras, DSLR's, Instagram, Facebook, Foursquare - even on your computer. With Memoir, all of your photos and memories are backed up securely to the cloud.
Shopkick is a shopping reward application designed to enhance the consumer shopping experience by offering rewards for various activities, including shopping, dining, and engaging with brands. Users earn "kicks," the app's proprietary currency, by participating in different activities such as watching videos, browsing content, and making purchases, both online and in physical stores. The app aims to create a personalized and engaging shopping journey, allowing users to enjoy rewards simply for walking into stores. Shopkick partners with numerous well-known brands and retailers, providing them with valuable consumer engagement insights and targeting capabilities. Founded in 2009 and based in Redwood City, California, Shopkick has evolved into a prominent platform that enhances the interaction between consumers and brands while rewarding users for their everyday shopping activities. The app is available for free on both the App Store and Google Play.
Open Places
Seed Round in 2010
Open Places is a company that develops an open network of high-quality information about various locations, curated by writers and photographers globally. This platform promotes neighborhoods, towns, and regions, fostering a connection between travelers and locals. Open Places creates social content platforms for iOS and Android, which engage users by leveraging mobile actions linked to social media, while also building email and push notification lists for targeted communications. The company offers the Trazzler application, allowing users to discover nearby places and collaborate with editors on editorial content. Open Places provides opportunities for writers and photographers to receive assignments, collaborate with professionals, win awards, and enhance their portfolios. The company serves a diverse range of clients, including nonprofits, public radio stations, parks, schools, tourism bureaus, and various approved organizations. Incorporated in 2008 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Open Places was previously known as Trazzler, Inc.
TweetDeck
Series B in 2010
TweetDeck is a Twitter client designed for desktop, web, and mobile devices, originally developed as an Adobe AIR application. It features a unique columned user interface that allows users to monitor multiple Twitter feeds in a concise and organized manner. This functionality enables users to categorize their main feed into specific topics or groups, providing a broader overview of tweets. In 2011, TweetDeck was acquired by Twitter, which subsequently rebuilt the application using HTML5 technology. The platform integrates various services, enhancing the user experience by allowing real-time monitoring of information from multiple sources.
Stitcher, Inc. is a company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2007, that specializes in the development of a mobile application designed for news and entertainment. The Stitcher app allows users to discover a diverse array of radio shows, live radio stations, and podcasts, enabling them to stream content across various devices, including iPhones, iPads, iPods, Android devices, and desktops. The application features a broad network of original content covering numerous topics and offers a premium subscription service. This platform empowers listeners to easily discover, listen to, distribute, and create podcasts, enhancing their audio entertainment experience. As of 2016, Stitcher operates as a subsidiary of Midroll Media, LLC.
fotopedia
Series A in 2009
Fotopedia is a developer of travel applications that feature photography from their online community
Fotopedia brings you the ultimate application suite for travel and discovery.
Their applications, specifically designed for the iPhone and the iPad, are available worldwide in 9 languages. Featuring stunning photography from professional photographers and the Fotopedia community, their beautiful apps provide first-class luxury for your digital travels.
With 15 apps, 17M users and 200M page views per month, we offer brands an effective, beautiful and easy way to reach their audience in more than 200 countries and territories all at once.
Their latest application, Fotopedia Reporter, let's you discover and explore the world with photography stories. Get it on the [App Store](http://bit.ly/FPReporter)
Fluther
Seed Round in 2009
Fluther is a free online question-and-answer platform designed to connect users with knowledgeable individuals who can provide answers to a wide range of inquiries. The platform employs a sophisticated matching algorithm that delivers personalized questions to users based on their expertise and engagement history. Fluther distinguishes itself from other Q&A sites through its emphasis on real-time interaction, allowing users to receive answers and engage in follow-up discussions in a chat-like environment. The community is characterized by high-quality discourse, supported by volunteer moderators who uphold guidelines and foster a collaborative atmosphere without external incentives for participation. Users can curate their own networks, known as "fluthers," to enhance their experience by filtering content and connecting with interesting individuals. Fluther's distinct design and playful voice further contribute to its unique identity, and it also offers an iPhone web application for on-the-go access to the platform.
SocialDeck
Seed Round in 2009
SocialDeck is a game development company founded in 2008, focused on creating social gaming experiences that allow users to engage in gameplay anytime and anywhere. The company has developed various titles for platforms such as the iPhone, Facebook, and BlackBerry, leveraging its innovative social gaming platform technology. This technology enables simultaneous gameplay across multiple mobile devices and social networks, enhancing user interaction and engagement. Additionally, SocialDeck's platform supports viral content discovery and facilitates the distribution and monetization of games, positioning the company as a significant player in the social gaming industry.
Shopkick is a shopping reward application designed to enhance the consumer shopping experience by offering rewards for various activities, including shopping, dining, and engaging with brands. Users earn "kicks," the app's proprietary currency, by participating in different activities such as watching videos, browsing content, and making purchases, both online and in physical stores. The app aims to create a personalized and engaging shopping journey, allowing users to enjoy rewards simply for walking into stores. Shopkick partners with numerous well-known brands and retailers, providing them with valuable consumer engagement insights and targeting capabilities. Founded in 2009 and based in Redwood City, California, Shopkick has evolved into a prominent platform that enhances the interaction between consumers and brands while rewarding users for their everyday shopping activities. The app is available for free on both the App Store and Google Play.
OMGPOP is a prominent developer of social games that caters to various platforms, including Facebook, iPhone, and the open web. The company is recognized for its ability to create engaging real-time game experiences and operates its own destination site, allowing users to enjoy a variety of games. Beyond gaming, OMGPOP offers an online platform where members can interact through chat, share photos, and meet new friends. Additionally, the company retails a range of virtual items, including accessories and game-related merchandise, enhancing user engagement and providing a comprehensive social experience within its gaming ecosystem.
Xobni, founded in 2008, specializes in enhancing email productivity by making inboxes and address books smarter. It offers products like Smartr for Gmail, Android, iPhone, Outlook, and BlackBerry, which automatically create comprehensive profiles for contacts using email history and data from social networks such as LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Skype, and Hoovers. These profiles are instantly searchable and include a photo, job title, company details, and updates from the contact's social media presence.