US Innovative Technology Fund

US Innovative Technology Fund, founded in 2022 and based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, operates as a venture capital firm focused on supporting early- and growth-stage technology companies. The firm specializes in investments across various sectors, including artificial intelligence, quantum computing, biotechnology, defense technology, and space technology. It aims to foster innovation in industries related to commercial and defense applications, such as logistics and cybersecurity. As a registered investment adviser, US Innovative Technology Fund seeks to drive advancements in technology by providing financial support and strategic guidance to its portfolio companies.

Elizabeth Stein

Managing Director

Peter Tague

Managing Partner

21 past transactions

Ditto

Series B in 2025
Ditto is a technology company that provides innovative connectivity solutions for edge devices, primarily through its edge-native mobile database. This platform ensures consistent operations across diverse network conditions, enabling real-time data synchronization via peer-to-peer and mesh networking, which minimizes reliance on cloud services. Ditto's offerings are designed to enhance operational efficiency and reliability across various sectors, including point-of-sale systems, aviation, industrial operations, and restaurants. Additionally, Ditto has developed a software development kit that facilitates seamless synchronization of applications, enabling them to communicate directly with one another without requiring a server. This SDK adeptly manages the complexities of multiple network transport methods, such as Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, allowing developers to create applications that function effectively with or without internet connectivity.

Shield AI

Series F in 2025
Shield AI Inc is a San Diego-based company that specializes in developing artificial intelligence systems for national security and first responders. Founded in 2015, the company creates products that enhance safety for service members and civilians through advanced AI technologies. Its prominent offerings include Nova, an autonomous quadcopter drone equipped with lidar technology, capable of navigating in GPS-denied environments to provide real-time imagery and mapping for military operations. Additionally, the company’s Hivemind software allows various unmanned vehicles, including drones and aircraft, to operate autonomously without GPS or human intervention, thereby maintaining maneuverability in contested settings. Shield AI also incorporates the V-BAT, a vertical takeoff and landing aircraft, which has demonstrated resilience in challenging regions such as the Black Sea and the Middle East. The company aims to transform defense operations through innovative machine learning applications, enabling unmanned systems to perform complex tasks in dynamic and unscripted environments.

Lambda

Series D in 2025
Lambda is a deep-learning infrastructure company that specializes in providing computation resources to enhance human progress. It offers a cloud computing platform tailored for large-scale artificial intelligence training and inference, with a focus on simplifying the deployment of deep learning models. The company's product lineup includes pre-configured servers and workstations equipped with popular machine learning frameworks, allowing clients to efficiently train complex models for various applications, such as natural language processing and drug discovery. Lambda enables AI engineers to securely and cost-effectively develop, test, and deploy AI products at scale, with solutions ranging from on-premises GPU hardware to cloud-hosted GPUs.

SandboxAQ

Series E in 2024
SandboxAQ develops artificial intelligence and quantum technology products aimed at addressing complex business and scientific challenges. The company specializes in creating software that combines knowledge from multiple disciplines, including physics, computer science, and mathematics, to produce Large Quantitative Models (LQMs) and AI sensing applications. These innovations focus on delivering practical solutions in industries such as financial services, healthcare, and telecommunications. By enabling cross-disciplinary collaboration, SandboxAQ's technology addresses real-world computational challenges, facilitating advancements in areas like life sciences, navigation, and cybersecurity.

Altana

Series C in 2024
Altana Technologies operates a global supply chain platform that transforms public and non-public data into an intelligent map of the global supply chain. The platform, known as Altana Atlas, connects enterprises, governments, and logistics providers, facilitating collaboration and trust within business networks. It offers trade data management services by integrating internal and external data to provide clean data sets and a real-time view of transactions, ownership, movements, and risks across the global trade network. By leveraging machine learning, Altana enables organizations in both the public and private sectors to enhance the safety, efficiency, and profitability of trade, while promoting a more resilient, secure, inclusive, and sustainable approach to globalization.

Halo Industries

Series B in 2024
Halo Industries, Inc. is a technology company based in San Mateo, California, that specializes in developing advanced laser-based hardware solutions for material processing. Founded in 2014, the company focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and product quality in various industries, including solar, semiconductor, LED, battery, and power electronics. Its automated production line tools are designed to reduce costs and improve energy output in solar thermal systems, positioning Halo Industries as a key player in the advancement of next-generation technologies within these sectors.

Celestial AI

Series C in 2024
Celestial AI is a prominent artificial intelligence company that provides an advanced platform for users to efficiently create images, text, and presentations. Utilizing computer vision algorithms and natural language processing, the platform produces high-quality visual and textual content. Its intuitive design and innovative features simplify the creation process, while intelligent data integration and a commitment to security ensure reliable results.

Lambda

Series C in 2024
Lambda is a deep-learning infrastructure company that specializes in providing computation resources to enhance human progress. It offers a cloud computing platform tailored for large-scale artificial intelligence training and inference, with a focus on simplifying the deployment of deep learning models. The company's product lineup includes pre-configured servers and workstations equipped with popular machine learning frameworks, allowing clients to efficiently train complex models for various applications, such as natural language processing and drug discovery. Lambda enables AI engineers to securely and cost-effectively develop, test, and deploy AI products at scale, with solutions ranging from on-premises GPU hardware to cloud-hosted GPUs.

Gecko Robotics

Series C in 2023
Gecko Robotics, Inc. specializes in industrial inspection services, focusing on the maintenance and protection of critical infrastructure through advanced robotic technologies. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the company operates additional locations in Austin and Houston, Texas, as well as internationally in Seville, Spain, and Santiago, Chile. Gecko Robotics employs wall-climbing robots equipped with ultrasound transducers and high-definition cameras to conduct non-destructive testing in various industries, including power, oil and gas, and pulp and paper. By integrating these robotic solutions with an AI-driven data platform, Gecko provides clients with real-time insights into the health of their assets, enabling better decision-making and enhancing operational safety and efficiency.

Shield AI

Series F in 2023
Shield AI Inc is a San Diego-based company that specializes in developing artificial intelligence systems for national security and first responders. Founded in 2015, the company creates products that enhance safety for service members and civilians through advanced AI technologies. Its prominent offerings include Nova, an autonomous quadcopter drone equipped with lidar technology, capable of navigating in GPS-denied environments to provide real-time imagery and mapping for military operations. Additionally, the company’s Hivemind software allows various unmanned vehicles, including drones and aircraft, to operate autonomously without GPS or human intervention, thereby maintaining maneuverability in contested settings. Shield AI also incorporates the V-BAT, a vertical takeoff and landing aircraft, which has demonstrated resilience in challenging regions such as the Black Sea and the Middle East. The company aims to transform defense operations through innovative machine learning applications, enabling unmanned systems to perform complex tasks in dynamic and unscripted environments.

Saronic

Series A in 2023
Saronic is building cutting-edge unmanned surface vehicles that enable maritime security and domain awareness by combining hardware, software, and artificial intelligence into one scalable, fully integrated platform. These vehicles integrate advanced hardware, software, and artificial intelligence to create a scalable and fully integrated platform aimed at enhancing the capabilities of naval and maritime forces. Saronic's products are designed for defense and surveillance applications, offering comprehensive operational capabilities.

Pryon

Series B in 2023
Pryon Inc. is an artificial intelligence company based in Raleigh, North Carolina, that focuses on enhancing enterprise knowledge management. Founded in 2017 by Igor Jablokov, Pryon develops an augmented intelligence platform that combines human and machine capabilities to streamline access to information across various channels and sources. The platform employs natural language processing and automated machine learning to transform unstructured data into actionable insights, thereby boosting productivity and decision-making accuracy. By utilizing a no-code approach, Pryon enables organizations to quickly harness the value of their information assets without disrupting existing operations. The company's solutions aim to simplify AI adoption, reduce complexity, and lower costs for businesses seeking to improve their workflows and knowledge utilization.

Primer

Series D in 2023
Primer is an internet company that specializes in utilizing artificial intelligence to analyze extensive text data. By employing machine learning and natural language processing, Primer's platform automates the examination of large datasets, allowing businesses to efficiently parse and collate documents in multiple languages. This technology enables users to uncover insights and generate reports that are comparable to those produced by human analysts. Through its innovative approach, Primer aims to help organizations bridge the intelligence gap and enhance their understanding of complex information, thus facilitating informed decision-making and fostering the ability to respond to emerging trends.

Ditto

Series A in 2023
Ditto is a technology company that provides innovative connectivity solutions for edge devices, primarily through its edge-native mobile database. This platform ensures consistent operations across diverse network conditions, enabling real-time data synchronization via peer-to-peer and mesh networking, which minimizes reliance on cloud services. Ditto's offerings are designed to enhance operational efficiency and reliability across various sectors, including point-of-sale systems, aviation, industrial operations, and restaurants. Additionally, Ditto has developed a software development kit that facilitates seamless synchronization of applications, enabling them to communicate directly with one another without requiring a server. This SDK adeptly manages the complexities of multiple network transport methods, such as Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, allowing developers to create applications that function effectively with or without internet connectivity.

Saronic

Seed Round in 2023
Saronic is building cutting-edge unmanned surface vehicles that enable maritime security and domain awareness by combining hardware, software, and artificial intelligence into one scalable, fully integrated platform. These vehicles integrate advanced hardware, software, and artificial intelligence to create a scalable and fully integrated platform aimed at enhancing the capabilities of naval and maritime forces. Saronic's products are designed for defense and surveillance applications, offering comprehensive operational capabilities.

Colossal Biosciences

Series B in 2023
Colossal Biosciences is a bioscience and genetic engineering company dedicated to the restoration of extinct species and the protection of endangered ones. By leveraging advanced gene editing technologies such as CRISPR, the company focuses on reviving species like the woolly mammoth and enhancing ecosystems. Colossal aims to address pressing issues related to extinction and biodiversity loss through innovative solutions that support the repopulation of critical ecosystems. Their work seeks not only to restore the natural balance of the environment but also to consider the future economic and biological needs of humanity.

Capella Space

Venture Round in 2023
Capella Space is a commercial satellite imaging company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2016. It operates a constellation of small satellites equipped with synthetic aperture radar (SAR) technology, capable of providing high-resolution Earth observation imagery at 50 centimeters. This technology allows for continuous monitoring of the Earth's surface, regardless of weather conditions, including clouds, smoke, and darkness. Capella Space's services support various industries, including maritime domain awareness, agriculture, infrastructure monitoring, and disaster response. The company aims to enhance decision-making related to commerce, conservation, and security by delivering timely and flexible geospatial data. Its capabilities are particularly valuable for applications involving economic activity estimation, urban planning, and search and rescue operations.

Shield AI

Series E in 2022
Shield AI Inc is a San Diego-based company that specializes in developing artificial intelligence systems for national security and first responders. Founded in 2015, the company creates products that enhance safety for service members and civilians through advanced AI technologies. Its prominent offerings include Nova, an autonomous quadcopter drone equipped with lidar technology, capable of navigating in GPS-denied environments to provide real-time imagery and mapping for military operations. Additionally, the company’s Hivemind software allows various unmanned vehicles, including drones and aircraft, to operate autonomously without GPS or human intervention, thereby maintaining maneuverability in contested settings. Shield AI also incorporates the V-BAT, a vertical takeoff and landing aircraft, which has demonstrated resilience in challenging regions such as the Black Sea and the Middle East. The company aims to transform defense operations through innovative machine learning applications, enabling unmanned systems to perform complex tasks in dynamic and unscripted environments.

Pryon

Venture Round in 2022
Pryon Inc. is an artificial intelligence company based in Raleigh, North Carolina, that focuses on enhancing enterprise knowledge management. Founded in 2017 by Igor Jablokov, Pryon develops an augmented intelligence platform that combines human and machine capabilities to streamline access to information across various channels and sources. The platform employs natural language processing and automated machine learning to transform unstructured data into actionable insights, thereby boosting productivity and decision-making accuracy. By utilizing a no-code approach, Pryon enables organizations to quickly harness the value of their information assets without disrupting existing operations. The company's solutions aim to simplify AI adoption, reduce complexity, and lower costs for businesses seeking to improve their workflows and knowledge utilization.

Atlantic Quantum

Seed Round in 2022
Atlantic Quantum is a company focused on developing scalable quantum computers to address complex computational challenges. Founded in 2022, the company emphasizes the importance of fault-tolerant quantum hardware as essential for advancing the field of quantum computing. By creating reliable and efficient quantum systems, Atlantic Quantum aims to enable engineers and researchers to make significant strides in solving difficult problems that traditional computing methods struggle to address.

Anduril Industries

Series E in 2022
Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that designs, manufactures, and deploys advanced hardware and software products to address complex national security challenges for the United States and its allies. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Irvine, California, the company specializes in developing cutting-edge solutions, including the Lattice Platform—an artificial intelligence system that integrates real-time data into a cohesive operational picture—and the Sentry Tower, which consolidates data from various electromagnetic sources. Additionally, Anduril produces the Ghost sUAS, a man-portable unmanned aerial system capable of executing numerous missions autonomously, and the Anvil sUAS, designed for precision interception of drone threats with human operator verification. Through its innovative technologies, Anduril aims to enhance military capabilities and border surveillance, ensuring the safety and effectiveness of those serving in defense of national interests.
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