Perceptis AI
Seed Round in 2025
Perceptis is AI-powered service for creating professional business proposals.
Flywheel Dynamix
Seed Round in 2024
Flywheel Dynamix is a cloud meta-marketplace transforming how enterprises buy and sell cloud software with unmatched trust, visibility, and efficiency.
Lhoopa is a property technology company focused on transforming the affordable housing landscape in emerging markets. By utilizing data-driven insights and innovative approaches, Lhoopa collaborates with local partners to facilitate the development of affordable homes, effectively tackling the pressing housing shortages in these regions. The company operates within the real estate sector, assisting various partners and clients in navigating property transactions, from raw land to developed properties and rental markets. Lhoopa emphasizes customization to meet the unique needs of its partners, aiming to enhance profitability and foster sustainable growth in the real estate market.
NG.CASH is a digital app designed to help Generation Z become financially independent. It allows users to manage their own money with solutions such as PIX (Brazil’s “instant-payment” method), prepaid credit cards, allowance management, and a virtual card. Structured as a financial hub, NG.CASH aims to accompany its clients throughout their lives and increase financial literacy in the region.
Hohm Energy
Seed Round in 2024
Hohm Energy is a company based in Gauteng, South Africa, founded in 2021. It operates an online marketplace that facilitates connections between customers and accredited solar providers, product suppliers, and financiers. The company offers a comprehensive solar purchasing experience by leveraging scalable technology to manage the entire solar transition journey for clients. This includes scoping solutions, installation, and ongoing operations and maintenance, aiming to accelerate the adoption of solar rooftops and contribute to a lower-carbon future.
Craydel
Pre Seed Round in 2023
Craydel is an educational information platform dedicated to enhancing the experience of students and working professionals in Africa as they explore higher education opportunities. The platform offers a comprehensive selection of undergraduate, postgraduate, and vocational programs from reputable universities and colleges across 15 countries. Users can easily compare various academic options, including degrees, diplomas, and online certificate programs, which allow them to assess their interests before committing to a specific career path. By providing verified information about institutions and their tuition fees, Craydel enables individuals to make informed decisions that align with their career goals, personal preferences, academic performance, and financial considerations.
Nano Technologies
Seed Round in 2022
VUI provides Flexible Payroll (EWA) solutions, income statistics, and employee financial management education through a technology platform.
Sync(YC W22)
Seed Round in 2022
Sync is a single-link scheduling automation system. Founded in 2021.
Fifty is a business training software company founded in 2018 and headquartered in Saint-Mandé, France. The company specializes in on-the-job training, emphasizing the transition from theoretical concepts to practical application. Fifty's platform combines behavioral science and technology to facilitate the rapid and measurable adoption of new behaviors among employees. It offers personalized recommendations for actions that enhance both technical and soft skills, enabling individuals to retain information and advance professionally. The company's solutions also address various aspects of workplace culture, including leadership and management, diversity and inclusion, and corporate social responsibility, thereby supporting organizations in fostering a productive and engaged workforce.
Pandas
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Pandas is a B2B e-commerce platform that facilitates connections between Asian manufacturers and small merchants in Latin America. By leveraging foreign relationships and technology services, the company provides access to quality inventory from Asia, catering specifically to the needs of local small and micro-enterprises. This approach allows Latin American merchants to source unique products that are otherwise difficult to obtain, thereby enhancing their competitiveness in the market. Through its innovative platform, Pandas aims to streamline the supply chain and support the growth of small businesses in the region.
Lumaly
Convertible Note in 2022
Lumaly is a digital shopping assistant that enhances the online shopping experience by providing users with tools for product discovery, automatic savings, and streamlined checkout. Its platform automatically identifies and applies relevant discount coupons at the point of purchase, helping users maximize their savings. Additionally, Lumaly features a wallet that offers Bitcoin cashback and includes options for CO2 offset, further enriching the user experience. By combining deal discovery with rewards and savings opportunities, Lumaly not only assists consumers in finding the best deals but also aims to increase checkout conversions and drive traffic for online retailers.
FruitsFamily
Seed Round in 2022
FruitsFamily is a second-hand fashion trading app for men's designers.
Myota is a London-based company founded in 2019 that specializes in developing fiber-based microbiome interventions aimed at treating and preventing chronic diseases. The company produces microbiome-based fiber mixes designed to enhance gut health. By leveraging advanced technologies such as machine learning, microbiome sequencing, and analytical chemistry, Myota explores the therapeutic benefits of these fiber mixes. This innovative approach enables consumers to achieve a healthy and balanced gut microbiome, ultimately promoting overall well-being and reducing the risk of chronic health issues.
Boosters is a brand aggregator that uncovers and acquires high-potential brands that have been hidden for a long time, or discovers commerce businesses that will be appreciated by the public at an early stage. They achieve scale-up by developing tactics that are specific to each brand's attributes. Scale-up is the maximum of sales for Boosters.
Addressable
Series A in 2021
Addressable LLC, founded in 1999 and based in San Francisco, California, specializes in innovative robot technology that produces handwritten communications using actual ballpoint pens. The company has developed a full-stack growth automation platform designed to facilitate high-value relationships through personalized campaigns. By employing patented technology that mimics various human handwriting styles, Addressable aims to bridge the gap between digital advertising strategies and physical outreach. The management team, composed of experts from notable companies such as Facebook, Snowflake, and UJet, focuses on delivering measurable and impactful marketing solutions tailored to industries that prioritize relationship-building.
Dropezy
Seed Round in 2021
Dropezy is Indonesia's first quick commerce company specializing in the rapid delivery of groceries and household essentials. The platform offers a diverse selection of over 2,000 products, allowing customers to shop for their daily needs conveniently through a mobile application. With a commitment to delivering items within 15 minutes, 24/7, Dropezy aims to make this fast delivery service the new standard for convenience in online retail. Additionally, the platform supports flexible payment options, enabling customers to pay for their purchases at a later time, thereby enhancing the shopping experience.
Tripalink
Series B in 2021
Tripalink, Inc. is a technology-driven residential brand that specializes in co-living and standard apartment rentals, primarily catering to students and working professionals. Founded in 2015 and based in Los Angeles, California, the company offers a diverse range of housing options including single-family homes, condominiums, townhomes, and various sizes of apartment buildings. Tripalink aims to provide a high-quality and affordable living experience through attentive services and an all-in-one technology platform designed to enhance customer satisfaction. Currently, it manages nearly 6,000 beds across several major cities, including Los Angeles, Irvine, Seattle, Philadelphia, and Austin, ensuring accessible and modern living arrangements for its clientele.
Craydel
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Craydel is an educational information platform dedicated to enhancing the experience of students and working professionals in Africa as they explore higher education opportunities. The platform offers a comprehensive selection of undergraduate, postgraduate, and vocational programs from reputable universities and colleges across 15 countries. Users can easily compare various academic options, including degrees, diplomas, and online certificate programs, which allow them to assess their interests before committing to a specific career path. By providing verified information about institutions and their tuition fees, Craydel enables individuals to make informed decisions that align with their career goals, personal preferences, academic performance, and financial considerations.
Limna is the world’s first AI-powered art advisor, making it simple to buy the art you love with confidence. Using machine learning, Limna analyses millions of art world data points in seconds to give users precise valuation details about the paintings and photographs that inspire them – with more than 700,000 artists tracked across over 1,000,000 exhibitions from 1863 to present day, from c.45,000 institutions ranging from galleries, museums, non-profits and art fairs. Limna currently specialises in original and unique paintings, with a particular focus on living artists’ work in order to continue to support the interconnected visual arts community. Limna’s mobile platform connects buyers with galleries around the world.
Moove is a mobility fintech company focused on providing revenue-based vehicle financing to mobility entrepreneurs across Africa. By leveraging embedded alternative credit-scoring technology, Moove integrates its services within ride-hailing, logistics, and last-mile delivery platforms. This innovative approach allows the company to assess the performance and revenue of mobility entrepreneurs, enabling it to underwrite loans for individuals who have been historically excluded from traditional financial services. Through its unique model, Moove aims to democratize vehicle ownership and enhance access to financial resources for a growing number of mobility operators in the region.
Mamo is a Fintech startup based in Dubai, UAE, focused on providing innovative payment and financial solutions tailored for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The company operates under a Cat 3C Providing Money Services license from the Dubai Financial Services Authority, making it the first licensed Fintech startup in this category in the region. Mamo's flagship offering, Mamo Business, serves as an alternative to traditional banking for SMEs, combining payments, spend management, and analytics into a user-friendly platform. This platform enables businesses to accept payments globally in multiple currencies, manage expenses, and issue virtual cards, thereby streamlining financial operations and enhancing payment success rates. Mamo's diverse customer base includes a variety of sectors, such as B2B services, healthcare, tourism, and retail, making it a crucial partner for businesses looking to optimize their financial processes.
Geomiq is an AI-powered online manufacturing platform that streamlines the custom manufacturing process for engineers. By providing instant quotes and ordering capabilities, the company facilitates the production of various parts, including those created through 3D printing, CNC machining, and injection molding techniques such as liquid silicone rubber molding and plastic injection molding. Geomiq connects engineering teams with trusted manufacturing partners, enabling them to efficiently obtain quotes and place orders for state-of-the-art products, thereby transforming the traditional manufacturing workflow.
Markable Creators
Convertible Note in 2020
Markable Creators is a pioneering company that specializes in transforming visual content into shoppable experiences through its advanced image recognition technology. The platform leverages computer vision and deep learning to identify fashion items in videos and images, allowing viewers to seamlessly shop for products they see in various digital media. With a focus on social commerce, Markable Creators connects users to a diverse range of e-commerce platforms, offering access to millions of products that are continuously updated to ensure availability. The company has established partnerships with major social content platforms in Asia, enhancing its reach and impact in the market. By bridging the gap between social media content and online shopping, Markable Creators is at the forefront of a significant shift in how consumers discover and purchase fashion items.
Metafy
Venture Round in 2020
Metafy, Inc. is an esports platform founded in 2020 and based in Pennsylvania. The company focuses on connecting gamers with professional players for personalized coaching and courses. Its platform allows competitive players to monetize their skills by offering coaching sessions, where customers can learn advanced techniques, strategies, and game mechanics directly from top experts in the gaming community. By facilitating this interaction, Metafy aims to enhance the gaming experience and support players in their development and success in the esports arena.
TOTEM is a retail company that specializes in providing a range of foods, snacks, and drinks. Its primary focus is on fostering a culture of sharing and connection within workplaces, offering an environment where colleagues can come together to strengthen relationships, celebrate achievements, and support one another. By creating spaces for conviviality, TOTEM aims to enhance workplace culture and promote collaboration among employees.
MyRealTrip
Venture Round in 2020
Founded in 2012, MyRealTrip is Korea’s leading online travel platform, helping Koreans to travel abroad and domestic.
Transcelestial
Series A in 2020
Transcelestial Technologies Pte. Ltd. is a Singapore-based company established in 2016 that specializes in developing advanced wireless communication infrastructure. The company focuses on creating a long-distance, point-to-point wireless communication network utilizing laser technology to transfer data at speeds up to 1000 times faster than current capabilities. This innovative approach aims to provide a robust space data network for both terrestrial and satellite applications, ensuring high-speed connectivity that is difficult to disrupt and does not require spectrum pre-allocation or regulation. Transcelestial's solutions are designed to enhance data transfer for a variety of clients, enabling reliable and rapid network services on a global scale.
Logmore is a provider of cost-efficient data logging solutions designed for logistics condition monitoring, particularly in the pharmaceutical and food industries. The company offers small IoT-enabled data loggers that monitor critical parameters such as temperature, humidity, and location, effectively minimizing waste and spoilage of sensitive products. Data is collected and uploaded swiftly through a simple QR code scan using any smart device with a camera, supported by Logmore's proprietary cloud service for easy access to vital information. With an affordable pricing model starting at 12€ per year per data logger, Logmore aims to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs in global supply chains.
Kyash Inc. is a Japanese fintech company founded in 2015 and headquartered in Tokyo. It specializes in developing a wallet application and payment platform that enables consumers to make payments at Visa merchants and conduct peer-to-peer transactions. Kyash offers a range of services through its mobile application, including the ability for users to send and request instant money from friends using virtual and prepaid cards. Additionally, the company provides a proprietary technology platform that allows businesses to issue their own Visa cards to customers through its APIs, enhancing the payment experience. Through these services, Kyash aims to facilitate safe, quick, and convenient money transfers for both consumers and businesses.
Mindlogic
Series A in 2020
Virtual soulmate AI chatbot
Flutterwave
Series B in 2020
Flutterwave Inc. is a financial technology company that offers comprehensive payment solutions for businesses globally. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Flutterwave provides a range of services, including Flutterwave Checkout for processing payments via web and mobile, and a Flutterwave API for creating and managing virtual cards. The platform also includes tools for invoicing, allowing businesses to create professional invoices and track payments, as well as payment links for easy collection from customers. Serving various industries such as gaming, events, transportation, and hospitality, Flutterwave aims to simplify payment infrastructure by connecting merchants with local and international card schemes and bank accounts, ensuring secure and efficient payment processing.
Legalpad Inc. is a Seattle-based company that provides a platform designed to streamline the work visa application process, particularly for startups. Founded in 2018 by Sara Itucas, Legalpad focuses on automating repeatable legal tasks and workflows, primarily addressing the complexities associated with O-1, EB-1, H-1B, and B-1 visas. The platform combines intelligent software with human support to facilitate easier and faster visa applications, helping employers and employees navigate the legal landscape of international employment. By connecting global talent with opportunities, Legalpad aims to simplify the legal processes required for individuals seeking to work across borders.
Freightwalla
Series A in 2019
Freightwalla is a freight management platform designed to streamline global logistics operations. It provides a comprehensive suite of features, including shipment planning and costing, digital workflows, online document management, real-time tracking, and request for quotation management. The platform also offers sailing schedules, smart reporting, and analytics to enhance transparency and efficiency in the shipping and logistics sector. Freightwalla partners with over 60 shipping lines and serves more than 1,000 customers across more than 1,000 ports, aiming to improve visibility and simplify operations. Additionally, the company offers value-added services such as transportation, customs clearance, and trade finance, further supporting businesses in optimizing their logistics processes.
Cuvva Limited is a London-based insurance provider that specializes in motor and travel insurance products through its mobile application. Founded in 2014, the company offers a range of flexible insurance options, including temporary car insurance, pay monthly car insurance, single trip travel insurance, and learner driver insurance. Cuvva's platform enables users to obtain comprehensive coverage quickly, often within minutes, and supports a pay-as-you-drive model. With a focus on customer convenience, the app has successfully sold approximately 6 million policies and served over 760,000 customers, providing round-the-clock support to help users manage their insurance needs effectively.
Zenyum is a Singaporean start-up founded in 2018 that focuses on transforming dental care through technology and innovation. The company aims to make dental products and experiences accessible to everyone, believing that everyone deserves a better smile. Zenyum partners with numerous dentists to offer 3D-printed invisible braces and other dental products, ensuring they meet high-quality standards. By providing affordable and effective clear teeth aligning devices, Zenyum is redefining the dental category in Asia and enhancing dental routines for its customers.
Tripalink
Series B in 2019
Tripalink, Inc. is a technology-driven residential brand that specializes in co-living and standard apartment rentals, primarily catering to students and working professionals. Founded in 2015 and based in Los Angeles, California, the company offers a diverse range of housing options including single-family homes, condominiums, townhomes, and various sizes of apartment buildings. Tripalink aims to provide a high-quality and affordable living experience through attentive services and an all-in-one technology platform designed to enhance customer satisfaction. Currently, it manages nearly 6,000 beds across several major cities, including Los Angeles, Irvine, Seattle, Philadelphia, and Austin, ensuring accessible and modern living arrangements for its clientele.
Nowports
Seed Round in 2019
Nowports is a digital freight forwarder that streamlines the import and export process for companies and individuals. It provides a platform that enables users to manage their shipments in real-time, offering features such as freight tracking, booking of cargo, and the ability to request quotes. By integrating artificial intelligence, Nowports enhances the efficiency, security, and transparency of freight transportation. The platform allows users to register frequently used products and providers, facilitating smoother logistics management. With its focus on combining technology and supply chain solutions, Nowports aims to make freight transportation accessible and affordable for businesses, allowing them to move goods conveniently from any port.
FretLink, established in 2015 and headquartered in Paris, France, is a SaaS platform that streamlines the transportation of goods. It connects shippers with carriers, optimizing their activities by pooling shipments and utilizing backhaul capacity. The platform offers real-time tracking, improved visibility, and efficient order management, benefiting all parties involved in the supply chain.
Oriient
Seed Round in 2019
Oriient provides an indoor positioning platform that delivers real-time location awareness inside buildings without beacons, Wi‑Fi, or requiring installation in the venue. The system uses smartphones to determine precise positions, enabling navigation and location analytics. It supports applications in smart retail, smart buildings, IoT and augmented reality, and offers traffic and motion analytics. The platform is designed to work across any building and location, allowing integration with existing apps to improve service, operations and customer experiences.
Shohoz is an on-demand service platform that operates a digital marketplace designed to simplify everyday needs for consumers. Through its smartphone application, the company offers a range of services including ride-sharing, ticket booking for buses, movies, concerts, and cricket matches, as well as food delivery. Additionally, Shohoz provides quick logistical support and a customer support call center, ensuring a seamless experience for its users. By integrating these various services into one platform, Shohoz aims to address the diverse needs of its customers efficiently and effectively.
Truebil is a used car trading marketplace that facilitates the buying and selling of pre-owned vehicles online. The company was founded to address the challenges faced by busy professionals in navigating the complex process of purchasing used cars, which often involves multiple steps such as inspection, test drives, and legal formalities. Truebil offers a comprehensive platform that provides end-to-end services for its users, including affordable car loans, assistance with paperwork transfer, warranty servicing, emergency roadside support, and insurance renewal. By streamlining these processes, Truebil aims to make the experience of trading used cars more accessible and efficient for both buyers and sellers.
LemonBox
Seed Round in 2018
LemonBox is a Beijing-based company that specializes in providing personalized vitamins and dietary supplements to consumers in China. Founded in 2016, it utilizes big data and insights from registered dietitians to offer tailored nutritional advice. The company's main product is a Daily Pack that contains customized vitamins, which are made in the United States and shipped to customers within 7-10 days through a monthly subscription service. LemonBox aims to meet the health needs of its customers, including exercise recovery, immune system support, and hair care, by delivering affordable and effective health solutions.
MollyBox is a subscription-based e-commerce platform based in Shanghai, China, serving pet owners with a focus on cat products. Founded in 2015 by Yifu Sun and Yi Ju, the company provides themed monthly boxes containing natural meal products and toys for cats. Customers have the flexibility to subscribe for monthly or annual deliveries, as well as the option to purchase individual items. By curating a selection of pet foods and supplies, MollyBox aims to simplify the shopping experience for cat owners while ensuring high-quality, enjoyable products for their pets.
Fastwork, founded in 2015 by a team of engineers and entrepreneurs from Silicon Valley and New York, is a prominent freelancing platform in Southeast Asia, recognized for its extensive user base and project completions. The company aims to enhance the business and employment landscape in the region by providing a simple, efficient, and cost-effective solution for businesses seeking freelancers. With over 300,000 businesses utilizing its platform, Fastwork offers a diverse range of services, including graphic design, online marketing, data entry, and web and app development. The platform not only connects clients with suitable freelancers for short-term projects but also facilitates essential tools for freelancers, such as payment collection, service promotion, order management, file exchange, and client communication, enabling seamless collaboration anytime and anywhere.
Truebil is a used car trading marketplace that facilitates the buying and selling of pre-owned vehicles online. The company was founded to address the challenges faced by busy professionals in navigating the complex process of purchasing used cars, which often involves multiple steps such as inspection, test drives, and legal formalities. Truebil offers a comprehensive platform that provides end-to-end services for its users, including affordable car loans, assistance with paperwork transfer, warranty servicing, emergency roadside support, and insurance renewal. By streamlining these processes, Truebil aims to make the experience of trading used cars more accessible and efficient for both buyers and sellers.
Wove Technologies, Inc. is a software development company based in San Francisco, California, established in 2014. Formerly known as TapFwd, the company specializes in creating customized software solutions that facilitate collaboration between brands. Wove is focused on building an extensive network for marketing partnerships, allowing trusted brands to access each other's customer bases while maintaining consumer privacy. The company is also developing an AI-powered data ingestion engine and an email copilot specifically for the logistics industry. Its initial product streamlines the digitization of tabular rate data sources, significantly reducing the time required for data ingestion, while the email copilot automates the creation of requests for quotes and correspondence between freight forwarders and their clients. As of October 2019, Wove operates as a subsidiary of Samba TV.
InstaCarro
Series A in 2018
InstaCarro is an online platform based in São Paulo, Brazil, that facilitates the buying and selling of used cars. Established in July 2015 by Diego Fischer and Luca Cafici, the company provides individuals looking to sell their vehicles with the convenience of online quotes, competitive pricing, and immediate payment following inspection. For buyers, InstaCarro offers access to a comprehensive inventory of previously inspected cars, ensuring transparency through detailed photos and condition reports. Additionally, the platform guarantees an immediate return if a purchased vehicle does not meet the described conditions, thereby enhancing consumer confidence and enabling more affordable options in the used car market.
TOTEM
Pre Seed Round in 2018
TOTEM is a retail company that specializes in providing a range of foods, snacks, and drinks. Its primary focus is on fostering a culture of sharing and connection within workplaces, offering an environment where colleagues can come together to strengthen relationships, celebrate achievements, and support one another. By creating spaces for conviviality, TOTEM aims to enhance workplace culture and promote collaboration among employees.
Lidya Live
Series A in 2018
Lidya Live offer high engaging, interactive shopping experience for your customers.
Lidya is a financial services platform based in Lagos, Nigeria, founded in 2016, that aims to enhance access to credit and finance for small and medium enterprises. The company offers a mobile-first platform that allows businesses to open accounts, manage funds, and build credit profiles efficiently, often within 15 minutes. Utilizing proprietary credit scoring algorithms, Lidya enables business owners to access essential credit and working capital, including invoice financing, to support their growth and financial planning. Additionally, the platform includes tools and dashboards designed to help businesses manage their receivables and cash flow, thereby improving their credit scores and unlocking higher credit limits at more affordable rates.
Mandaê is a Brazilian company that combines logistics and technology to revolutionize the delivery industry. It offers an asset-light digital platform that manages the entire parcel supply chain, from pickups to cross-docking and last-mile transport, providing SMBs with a seamless, high-quality, and efficient parcel shipment service. By enabling SMBs to use private transporters instead of relying solely on the national postal service, Mandaê helps these businesses save up to 35% on shipping costs. The company's mission is to "Connect Stories" through logistics. Mandaê has received backing from prominent Latin American investors and has been recognized with several awards for its innovative approach to e-commerce logistics.
Freightwalla
Seed Round in 2018
Freightwalla is a freight management platform designed to streamline global logistics operations. It provides a comprehensive suite of features, including shipment planning and costing, digital workflows, online document management, real-time tracking, and request for quotation management. The platform also offers sailing schedules, smart reporting, and analytics to enhance transparency and efficiency in the shipping and logistics sector. Freightwalla partners with over 60 shipping lines and serves more than 1,000 customers across more than 1,000 ports, aiming to improve visibility and simplify operations. Additionally, the company offers value-added services such as transportation, customs clearance, and trade finance, further supporting businesses in optimizing their logistics processes.
Candex Ltd. is a company that provides innovative recruitment and payment solutions for organizations worldwide. Established in 2010 and based in San Francisco, Candex offers a comprehensive sourcing and vendor management tool, allowing employers to manage their recruitment supply chain for permanent positions. The company also features Candex Rollout, a web-based platform that integrates seamlessly with existing applicant tracking and enterprise resource planning systems. Additionally, Candex serves as a fintech consolidator, enabling large organizations to handle payments to low-risk suppliers through existing procurement processes. By managing the complexities of setup, support, taxation, and regulatory requirements, Candex simplifies and accelerates the payment process for vendors, facilitating compliance and efficiency in financial transactions. The platform effectively addresses the needs of a significant portion of suppliers, enhancing operational efficiency for its clients.
Bnext is a fintech platform based in Madrid, Spain, that redefines banking by offering a comprehensive digital banking experience without the need for traditional banks. It allows users to establish current accounts quickly, providing nearly all the functionalities of conventional banking. A key feature of Bnext is its Marketplace, which grants users access to a curated selection of financial products from various fintechs and banks, tailored to meet individual needs. Users can manage their existing bank accounts alongside Bnext's offerings, enabling them to oversee their entire financial landscape in one place. The platform emphasizes collaboration with financial service providers to present the best available options, rather than relying on commission-based sales of products. Bnext's diverse portfolio includes offerings such as loans, real estate investments, and crowdfunding opportunities, positioning it as a pioneering force in the emerging landscape of digital banking.
Grabr Inc. is a company that provides a platform designed to connect shoppers with travelers to facilitate peer-to-peer delivery services. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Grabr offers an application that enables users to post items they wish to acquire from abroad and receive offers from travelers willing to deliver those items. Users can choose the best offer, arrange secure payment, and meet the traveler in a public location to receive their goods. This service aims to help individuals obtain unique or hard-to-find items from around the world while allowing travelers to earn money on their journeys. The Grabr application is accessible via major platforms, including the App Store, Google Play, and Chrome Store.
Demander Justice
Series B in 2017
Demander Justice, SAS is a Paris-based company founded in 2012 that operates an online platform for initiating legal proceedings at a fixed price. The platform is designed for disputes that do not require the presence of a lawyer, allowing individuals to file complaints and pursue justice without incurring high legal fees. By facilitating access to the judicial system, Demander Justice enables users to manage their legal challenges more efficiently. The service is structured to allow clients to draft and file their cases directly, simplifying the process and making it more accessible for those seeking resolution without traditional legal representation.
Merlin is an internet company founded in 2017 and based in New York, specializing in a talent hiring platform that aims to transform the recruitment process. The platform facilitates the connection between employers and job seekers by matching talents with businesses seeking to hire on an hourly basis. This service streamlines the screening and selection of candidates for various openings, allowing employers to efficiently find suitable talent while providing job seekers with easier access to opportunities that meet their needs.
Althea is a Korean beauty e-commerce platform and online marketplace that offers skincare, makeup, cleansers, facial masks, and related beauty products. It serves consumers in Southeast Asia, providing access to a broad range of items at competitive prices and keeping up with the latest beauty trends and lifestyle products.
PayJoy
Convertible Note in 2017
PayJoy Inc. is a consumer financing company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2015. The firm specializes in providing smartphone-enabled financing solutions, primarily targeting underbanked individuals in emerging markets. By leveraging mobile security technology, PayJoy allows customers to select a smartphone, make an initial deposit, and choose a flexible payment plan. The financed smartphone serves as collateral, unlocking its full functionality once the purchase is complete. PayJoy's mission is to enhance access to credit for underserved populations, helping them navigate financial challenges and improve their economic standing. The company has successfully reached over 10 million customers across various countries, including Mexico, Brazil, Colombia, and South Africa, and continues to show solid profitability and growth.
Atrium LTS
Series A in 2017
Atrium builds products and services to help automate legal workflows, innovate new processes within law firms, and help firms identify and attract new clients. Its technology provides a better experience for legal clients than they previously thought possible, increasing communication and speed of service. The company collaborates with forward-thinking lawyers to help determine the direction and decisions for these products.
Diamond
Venture Round in 2017
Diamond Inc., established in 2015 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, specializes in data management solutions. Its core product is a unified access platform that consolidates cloud-based email services and data storage from various providers, such as Google Drive, Gmail, and Dropbox, into a single, streamlined interface. This application aims to enhance productivity by reducing the need for multiple browser tabs and simplifying data access and management.
Toss is a South Korea-based mobile financial service platform developed by the fintech startup Viva Republica, established in 2011 by Seunggun Lee in Seoul. The platform offers a range of services aimed at simplifying financial management for users, including peer-to-peer money transfers, credit score management, and bank account oversight. Additionally, Toss provides access to loan and insurance plans, facilitates bill splitting, and supports QR payments. These features collectively enable users to handle their financial needs efficiently and conveniently.
The Bouqs Company
Series C in 2017
The Bouqs Company is an online flower delivery service founded in 2012 by John Tabis and Juan Pablo Montúfar, aimed at transforming the floral industry. Headquartered in Marina Del Rey, California, the company sources flowers directly from eco-friendly and sustainable farms worldwide. By connecting these farms with a curated network of artisan florists, The Bouqs Company eliminates traditional supply chain intermediaries, such as warehouses and distributors, thereby reducing costs and enhancing the quality of its offerings. The platform provides a variety of bouquets and floral arrangements for weddings, events, and business services, striving to deliver fresh, responsibly-sourced flowers directly to consumers' doorsteps across the United States.
Cuvva Limited is a London-based insurance provider that specializes in motor and travel insurance products through its mobile application. Founded in 2014, the company offers a range of flexible insurance options, including temporary car insurance, pay monthly car insurance, single trip travel insurance, and learner driver insurance. Cuvva's platform enables users to obtain comprehensive coverage quickly, often within minutes, and supports a pay-as-you-drive model. With a focus on customer convenience, the app has successfully sold approximately 6 million policies and served over 760,000 customers, providing round-the-clock support to help users manage their insurance needs effectively.
Flirtey Technology Pty Ltd specializes in drone delivery services, focusing on urgent medical supplies, retail items, and food delivery across the United States. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Reno, Nevada, the company aims to enhance lifestyles by providing instant delivery solutions. Flirtey has achieved significant milestones in the drone delivery industry, being the first to conduct an FAA-approved drone delivery, the first to perform a fully autonomous delivery to a home, and the first to launch a commercial drone delivery service.
Wove Technologies, Inc. is a software development company based in San Francisco, California, established in 2014. Formerly known as TapFwd, the company specializes in creating customized software solutions that facilitate collaboration between brands. Wove is focused on building an extensive network for marketing partnerships, allowing trusted brands to access each other's customer bases while maintaining consumer privacy. The company is also developing an AI-powered data ingestion engine and an email copilot specifically for the logistics industry. Its initial product streamlines the digitization of tabular rate data sources, significantly reducing the time required for data ingestion, while the email copilot automates the creation of requests for quotes and correspondence between freight forwarders and their clients. As of October 2019, Wove operates as a subsidiary of Samba TV.
Gfycat is a GIF hosting platform headquartered in San Francisco, California, founded in 2013. It enables users to create, discover, and share GIFs using their mobile devices and computers. The platform is designed to facilitate the uploading, downloading, and sharing of looping content, offering a user-friendly experience for both creators and consumers. By providing faster delivery and enhanced playback options, Gfycat caters to the growing demand for short video content, making it easy for social users to share their moments widely.
Deako
Venture Round in 2016
Deako, Inc. is a Seattle-based company established in 2015 that specializes in manufacturing electrical switches designed for modern lighting systems. The company provides a range of modular products, including dimmers, scene controllers, and motion sensor switches, all of which can be controlled through a user-friendly mobile application or alternatively through smart speakers. Deako's innovative lighting solutions enhance convenience by allowing homeowners to customize their lighting experience; the switches can automatically illuminate spaces without the need for a mobile device or remote control. With a focus on making lighting customization more accessible, Deako aims to improve home automation and user experience in everyday living.
Ascend Consumer Finance
Series A in 2016
Ascend Consumer Finance, Inc. is an online lending company based in Los Angeles, California, that specializes in providing personal loans to individuals in the United States. Established in 2014, the company offers a standard personal loan with a fixed low annual percentage rate (APR) and consistent monthly payments. Ascend employs a unique approach known as Adaptive Risk Pricing, which allows consumers to demonstrate their real-time creditworthiness through responsible financial behaviors. Additionally, the company features a rewards program that enables borrowers to reduce their interest costs by engaging in positive financial practices. Through its innovative platform, Ascend aims to enhance borrower outcomes by leveraging credit-based behavioral analytics and behavioral economics in its underwriting and risk assessment processes.
BroEx is a developer of a real estate brokerage platform that facilitates connections among real estate brokers. The platform offers features such as an automated news feed, property search tools, and auto-match capabilities, allowing brokers to collaborate effectively. By providing a specialized network, BroEx enhances the efficiency of real estate transactions and supports brokers in meeting their business needs swiftly and reliably.
InstaCarro
Seed Round in 2016
InstaCarro is an online platform based in São Paulo, Brazil, that facilitates the buying and selling of used cars. Established in July 2015 by Diego Fischer and Luca Cafici, the company provides individuals looking to sell their vehicles with the convenience of online quotes, competitive pricing, and immediate payment following inspection. For buyers, InstaCarro offers access to a comprehensive inventory of previously inspected cars, ensuring transparency through detailed photos and condition reports. Additionally, the platform guarantees an immediate return if a purchased vehicle does not meet the described conditions, thereby enhancing consumer confidence and enabling more affordable options in the used car market.
Althea is a Korean beauty e-commerce platform and online marketplace that offers skincare, makeup, cleansers, facial masks, and related beauty products. It serves consumers in Southeast Asia, providing access to a broad range of items at competitive prices and keeping up with the latest beauty trends and lifestyle products.
Bugcrowd Inc. is a cybersecurity company that operates a crowdsourced platform connecting organizations with security researchers to enhance their digital defenses. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in London and Surry Hills, Bugcrowd provides a range of security testing solutions tailored to various sectors, including financial services, healthcare, retail, and technology. Its platform facilitates customized security testing programs, enabling clients to conduct penetration tests, manage bug bounty initiatives, and oversee vulnerability disclosures. Leveraging an AI-powered system, Bugcrowd matches organizations with skilled hackers from its extensive repository of vulnerabilities and hacker profiles, ensuring a scalable and adaptable approach to security. The company aims to empower organizations to proactively address security challenges and safeguard their assets against evolving threats.
Truebil is a used car trading marketplace that facilitates the buying and selling of pre-owned vehicles online. The company was founded to address the challenges faced by busy professionals in navigating the complex process of purchasing used cars, which often involves multiple steps such as inspection, test drives, and legal formalities. Truebil offers a comprehensive platform that provides end-to-end services for its users, including affordable car loans, assistance with paperwork transfer, warranty servicing, emergency roadside support, and insurance renewal. By streamlining these processes, Truebil aims to make the experience of trading used cars more accessible and efficient for both buyers and sellers.
PhotoKeeper
Seed Round in 2016
PhotoKeeper is a company based in Grandville, Michigan, that specializes in a cloud-based mobile application for photo backup and management. This application allows users, particularly photographers, to automatically back up photos from various sources such as camera phones, email inboxes, and social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram. The service provides unlimited private cloud storage, ensuring that users can securely store and access their photos from anywhere at any time using a web browser. By offering a safe and automated solution, PhotoKeeper helps users organize and preserve their memories and professional work while freeing up space on their personal devices.
Origin is a fully digital, front-to-back issuance platform for the global debt capital markets, simplifying the process for bond issuance globally.
Linkshops
Venture Round in 2015
Linkshops.com is the first multi-lingual B2B marketplace focused on the Dong-dae-moon fashion sector, supported by KTB Network. The company operates an online platform that facilitates wholesale retail store services. It offers daily updates on newly arrived products and includes features such as online ordering, bulk orders, reservation, pick-up, delivery, and invoicing. This comprehensive approach helps businesses streamline operations and reduce costs while allowing consumers to benefit from savings.
Virgin Hyperloop
Venture Round in 2015
Hyperloop One, Inc. is focused on the design and development of a high-speed tubular transit system that employs magnetic levitation technology to facilitate the rapid transportation of passengers and cargo. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, the company aims to provide direct and sustainable transportation solutions. Hyperloop One's innovative system allows for speeds of up to 760 miles per hour, utilizing a vacuum tube to optimize travel efficiency. The company collaborates with various partners, including renowned firms such as Parsons, ARUP, and McKinsey, to enhance its technology and implementation strategies. Originally known as Hyperloop Technologies, Inc., the company rebranded in May 2016 to reflect its evolving mission within the transportation sector.
Novicap
Seed Round in 2015
Novicap is a European fintech company founded in 2014 and based in Barcelona, Spain. It operates an online platform that connects businesses seeking to sell their outstanding invoices with investors interested in purchasing these invoices. Novicap provides end-to-end working capital solutions tailored for small and medium-sized enterprises, mid-market corporations, and public administrations. Utilizing its proprietary technology, the company offers a range of services, including factoring, invoicing, supplier payments, and cash management, to optimize working capital and enhance financial flexibility. By facilitating access to funding beyond traditional banking methods, Novicap actively supports thousands of businesses in driving growth and delivering value to their stakeholders.
Signifyd, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in fraud prevention for e-commerce businesses. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Jose, California, with an additional office in London, the company offers a software-as-a-service solution that simplifies fraud detection through a financial guarantee. Its platform, which utilizes big data, machine learning, and expert manual reviews, allows online retailers to mitigate risks associated with chargebacks and automate fraud prevention processes. Signifyd's services enable retailers to enhance customer experiences, increase sales, and expand into new markets while minimizing losses from fraudulent transactions. The company caters to a range of clients, including Fortune 1000 companies and top internet retailers, addressing critical challenges in the e-commerce landscape.
Dopay is a provider of cloud-based payroll and cash management services aimed at addressing the challenges faced by companies with unbanked employees. With an estimated 2 billion people worldwide lacking bank accounts, many employers are burdened with managing large amounts of cash. Dopay offers a solution by enabling electronic salary calculations and payments through its platform, which includes a payment account for employees. This allows workers to receive their salaries via a DoPay card and app, facilitating a full banking experience. The company is currently collaborating with Barclays to deliver payroll services to various multinationals, embassies, and local businesses in Egypt, with plans to expand into other regions with significant unbanked populations.
PLAE is a lifestyle footwear company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2012. The company specializes in designing shoes that cater to the unique needs of children's feet, promoting healthy development through footwear that is eco-friendly, breathable, and washable. PLAE's products are engineered for durability and flexibility, featuring interchangeable tabs that allow customization for various foot shapes. The company's mission is to celebrate individuality and encourage fearless exploration, aiming to redefine the concept of play and challenge age-related limitations. By focusing on the natural contour of children's feet, PLAE ensures that their footwear supports healthy growth while providing comfort and a sense of joy.
Stanza is an internet company that creates own events calendars, and share with family, friends, and beyond. The company empowers people and organizations to create their own event calendars, subscribe, and share. To date, 6M+ fans have found and synced over 315M events via Stanza. Notable publishers include NBA, NHL, and NFL teams, FOX Sports, Billboard, Warner Brothers, and thousands more. These organizations can also distribute content and video across Stanza’s network of nearly 200M monthly page views. Stanza smart Add to Calendar button is easy to embed in any business' website/mobile app and offers its audience a two-click process to sync future events with any calendar. The product includes a dashboard that lets businesses modify their events on the fly, track links and eventually drive transactions.
Gem is a developer of next-generation cryptocurrency applications and a blockchain platform that empowers individuals to take control of their wealth through innovative digital solutions. Founded in 2013, Gem offers a secure universal wallet that acts as a single entry point for users to track their cryptocurrency investments and net worth. The platform facilitates the curated discovery of new tokens and decentralized applications, enhancing the participation experience in the evolving digital marketplace. With a team of experienced software architects and blockchain engineers, Gem is dedicated to providing easier and more secure ways for consumers to engage with the growing decentralization movement.
Memebox Corporation is an online retailer specializing in beauty care products, with a strong emphasis on Asian beauty trends, particularly K-beauty. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company offers a wide range of skincare and makeup items. Its skincare selection includes cleansers, toners, masks, serums, creams, and various body care products. In addition, Memebox provides an extensive array of makeup products such as foundations, concealers, eyeshadows, lip care items, and nail care products. The company serves a diverse customer base across the United States, China, Korea, and other international markets, aiming to deliver products that reflect the latest beauty trends and cultural influences.
PriceMatch
Series A in 2015
PriceMatch is a company focused on revolutionizing revenue management for hotels through advanced technology. It offers a cloud-based platform that utilizes sophisticated econometric algorithms to forecast demand and provide actionable price recommendations. By integrating seamlessly with various data sources and existing software used by clients, PriceMatch ensures a user-friendly experience that enhances the decision-making process for hoteliers. The platform's automated features allow hotels to adjust room prices in real time, aiming to optimize revenue based on market demand. Additionally, PriceMatch has developed tools to assess the impact of its pricing strategies, enabling clients to measure the effectiveness of their revenue management efforts.
GrubMarket
Seed Round in 2015
GrubMarket, Inc. is an online marketplace that connects sellers with customers by offering a wide range of food and related products at wholesale prices. Founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, California, GrubMarket specializes in organic, vegan, gluten-free items, fresh produce, snacks, beverages, pantry staples, home goods, health and beauty products, and items for pets and children. The company sources food from local farms, fisheries, commercial kitchens, and restaurants, emphasizing quality and sustainability. In addition to its marketplace, GrubMarket provides a Software-as-a-Service platform designed for food delivery services and also features a gaming application called GrubMarket FarmBox. As a significant player in the B2B eCommerce sector of the American food supply chain, GrubMarket leverages artificial intelligence to enhance its services and operations.
Man Crates
Seed Round in 2014
Man Crates is an e-commerce company specializing in unique gifts for men, offering a distinctive packaging experience that includes wooden crates and a crowbar for opening. The company rejects traditional gift items, such as neckties and cologne samplers, focusing instead on creating memorable and engaging gifts that excite recipients. Their curated selection includes a variety of products, from snacks to personalized items, ensuring that customers can find something special for any occasion. By delivering gifts that are designed to be both fun and impressive, Man Crates has carved out a niche in the gifting market, appealing to those who value creativity and enjoyment in their gift-giving experience.
Virtuix
Seed Round in 2014
Virtuix Inc., established in 2013 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, specializes in manufacturing and distributing innovative virtual reality (VR) products. The company is renowned for its Omni system, comprising Omni shoes, tracking pods, and a harness, which enables users to walk and run naturally within VR environments. Virtuix offers additional accessories such as the VR boom, rack, stands, and blinder to enhance the user experience. They also develop software platforms like Omniverse ESPORTS and Omniverse VR ARENA for gaming applications and commercial attractions. Virtuix sells its products globally through distributors, with over 3,500 Omni systems shipped to date, installed in more than 500 venues across 45 countries. The company has raised approximately $20 million from investors, including Mark Cuban, and maintains offices in Zhuhai and Shanghai, China, employing a team of 35.
BrightFunnel
Seed Round in 2014
BrightFunnel, Inc. is a marketing attribution and data analytics platform specifically designed for Business-to-Business (B2B) marketers. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, the company provides a comprehensive revenue intelligence suite that integrates data from customer relationship management (CRM) systems, marketing automation tools, websites, and advertising platforms. This platform enables marketers to evaluate the impact of their efforts on closed deals and generates predictive, actionable revenue insights. BrightFunnel's offerings include marketing impact reporting to assess the effectiveness of various channels and campaigns, revenue funnel analysis to track lead conversion rates, and account-based marketing measurement tools to gauge target account engagement. Additionally, the company provides web tracking solutions to analyze traffic sources, as well as data optimization services to ensure reporting accuracy. By delivering these insights, BrightFunnel empowers marketing teams to align their strategies with business priorities and enhance decision-making processes.
Gem is a developer of next-generation cryptocurrency applications and a blockchain platform that empowers individuals to take control of their wealth through innovative digital solutions. Founded in 2013, Gem offers a secure universal wallet that acts as a single entry point for users to track their cryptocurrency investments and net worth. The platform facilitates the curated discovery of new tokens and decentralized applications, enhancing the participation experience in the evolving digital marketplace. With a team of experienced software architects and blockchain engineers, Gem is dedicated to providing easier and more secure ways for consumers to engage with the growing decentralization movement.
Cotopaxi
Seed Round in 2014
Cotopaxi is a direct-to-consumer outdoor gear and apparel company founded in 2014 and headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah. The company is committed to a social mission focused on eradicating extreme poverty, with each product linked to humanitarian causes in the world’s poorest countries. Cotopaxi offers a diverse range of responsibly sourced items, including travel packs, activewear, outerwear, footwear, and water bottles, with each purchase contributing to specific charitable initiatives. For example, the sale of a pack funds one to three weeks of education for a child, while a water bottle purchase provides six months of clean water. By prioritizing transparency, Cotopaxi aims to demonstrate the tangible impacts of its donations, inspiring customers to engage in sustainable outdoor adventures while supporting important social causes.
Jobr, Inc. is a mobile application developer focused on connecting talented individuals with employment opportunities. Founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, California, Jobr simplifies the job search process by allowing career-seekers to browse job listings and engage directly with recruiters from leading companies without the complexity of traditional job searches. The platform facilitates meaningful connections between candidates and employers, enabling recruiters to search for qualified candidates and post job openings effectively. As of June 2016, Jobr operates as a subsidiary of Monster Worldwide, Inc.
Memebox Corporation is an online retailer specializing in beauty care products, with a strong emphasis on Asian beauty trends, particularly K-beauty. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company offers a wide range of skincare and makeup items. Its skincare selection includes cleansers, toners, masks, serums, creams, and various body care products. In addition, Memebox provides an extensive array of makeup products such as foundations, concealers, eyeshadows, lip care items, and nail care products. The company serves a diverse customer base across the United States, China, Korea, and other international markets, aiming to deliver products that reflect the latest beauty trends and cultural influences.
Virtuix
Seed Round in 2014
Virtuix Inc., established in 2013 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, specializes in manufacturing and distributing innovative virtual reality (VR) products. The company is renowned for its Omni system, comprising Omni shoes, tracking pods, and a harness, which enables users to walk and run naturally within VR environments. Virtuix offers additional accessories such as the VR boom, rack, stands, and blinder to enhance the user experience. They also develop software platforms like Omniverse ESPORTS and Omniverse VR ARENA for gaming applications and commercial attractions. Virtuix sells its products globally through distributors, with over 3,500 Omni systems shipped to date, installed in more than 500 venues across 45 countries. The company has raised approximately $20 million from investors, including Mark Cuban, and maintains offices in Zhuhai and Shanghai, China, employing a team of 35.
Stitch helps salespeople close more deals and be more responsive. They are building the best mobile-first, sales productivity platform. Their first product is a mobile email application for salespeople. With Stitch, salespeople can communicate faster by having the right information, insights, and tools at their fingertips. In today’s highly competitive world, they believe it’s not only possible, it’s essential, to be as effective and responsive on the go as when sitting in front of a desk. In sales, being responsive means delivering immediate and complete answers to prospects’ questions. They enable salespeople to respond NOW, not later, to every mobile email.
Sidecar Technologies operates a B2B delivery transportation network that connects retailers with customers through a fleet of everyday drivers using their personal vehicles. Founded in San Francisco in 2011, Sidecar focuses on creating a convenient and affordable transportation solution powered by pre-vetted drivers who can choose when to offer rides. The company emphasizes safety through a comprehensive system that includes background checks, rating systems for both drivers and riders, GPS tracking, and real-time trip sharing. Currently, Sidecar operates in ten major U.S. cities and has facilitated over half a million rides, demonstrating its commitment to enhancing the delivery and driving experience.
The Orange Chef
Seed Round in 2014
The Orange Chef Co. specializes in designing and developing smart kitchenware that integrates with iOS devices. Founded in 2011 and based in San Francisco, the company is recognized for its innovative products that enhance health and nutrition management in the kitchen. Among its notable offerings is the Prep Pad, a smart food scale that provides real-time nutritional information for various ingredients. The company also produces protective covers for iPads and iPhones, cutting boards with integrated iPad stands, and dishwasher-safe iPad stands. The Orange Chef's products are available through major retailers, including Williams Sonoma, Apple, Target, and Amazon, as well as online platforms. In 2015, the company became a subsidiary of Yummly, Inc.
Attune Inc., established in 2013 and headquartered in Los Gatos, California, operates a web-based platform designed to optimize product collections and options, thereby enhancing sales. The company's core mission is to assist credit unions in integrating financial health as a key performance indicator (KPI) across all levels of operation, from strategic planning at the board level to member experiences and employee compensation structures. Attune provides a comprehensive solution for credit unions to promote financial wellbeing among their members and employees, ultimately driving business growth and development.
PriceMatch
Seed Round in 2013
PriceMatch is a company focused on revolutionizing revenue management for hotels through advanced technology. It offers a cloud-based platform that utilizes sophisticated econometric algorithms to forecast demand and provide actionable price recommendations. By integrating seamlessly with various data sources and existing software used by clients, PriceMatch ensures a user-friendly experience that enhances the decision-making process for hoteliers. The platform's automated features allow hotels to adjust room prices in real time, aiming to optimize revenue based on market demand. Additionally, PriceMatch has developed tools to assess the impact of its pricing strategies, enabling clients to measure the effectiveness of their revenue management efforts.