Swisscom Ventures is an venture capital arm of Swisscom AG, that specializes in early stage tech investments founded in 2007. Swisscom Ventures invests in growth companies with emerging business models and technologies of strategic relevance to Swisscom's core business. As a value-add investor, Swisscom brings its investees the technical expertise and strategic insights of an incumbent telecom operator. We act as a bridge to Swisscom's operational business units, which portfolio companies can also leverage as a test environment for their products and services. Swisscom Ventures seeks minority stakes in companies related to the information/communications/entertainment space.

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Securitas AG was founded in Berne in 1907. Since then this company has become an extensive family with many subsidiaries. The sustainable corporate strategy has proved itself, after all, only successful undertakings reach such an impressive age. Today, Securitas is Switzerland’s largest security service enterprise.    The name Securitas is today a byword in Switzerland for private security. All over the country, thousands of employees are on duty, performing security assignments at crossroads, factory premises or sporting events on behalf of private individuals, companies and public authorities.   Security is an elementary need and indeed an important basis for a positive feeling about life. Securitas is the best partner when people, companies or public authorities wish to make every day life more secure. Capability has made Securitas the epitome of professional, trustworthy, economical security. To guarantee protection as a valuable asset now and in the future is their goal.  Highly qualified, motivated and properly trained employees undertake security tasks on behalf of private individuals, companies and authorities. Securitas offers the right professional solution to satisfy every security requirement.

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Morphean

Morphean is a Swiss high tech company regarded as the European leader in video monitoring and surveillance platforms. They deliver a revolutionary VSaaS (Video Surveillance as a Service) solution that sets the new standard for video protection. Their exclusive know-how has been achieved through 15 years of experience as a pioneer in digital video protection systems. Their unique expertise is based on proficiency of cutting-edge technologies like the IoT (Internet of Things), big data, analytics and the Cloud. Their strong positioning is the result of the confidence major companies in the security market have placed in us. Morphean is located in Switzerland, in Germany and in the UK. The company is active in the whole of Europe and serves customers worldwide. Morphean provides a forward-thinking video surveillance platform that is able to make video actionable. Based on the latest available technology, their platform is improving security by delivering smart and proactive surveillance. Video surveillance as a Service (VsaaS) optimises their customers’ management and operational processes and supports their resources.

Morphean offers cloud-based Video Surveillance as a Service (VSaaS) and Access Control as a Service (ACaaS) solutions. Their platform connects security cameras and access control systems to the cloud, enabling remote monitoring, analytics, and insights. Morphean's VSaaS eliminates the need for on-premises servers and storage, providing a scalable and flexible video surveillance system accessible from anywhere.

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Morphean offers cloud-based Video Surveillance as a Service (VSaaS) and Access Control as a Service (ACaaS) solutions. Their platform connects security cameras and access control systems to the cloud, enabling remote monitoring, analytics, and insights. Morphean's VSaaS eliminates the need for on-premises servers and storage, providing a scalable and flexible video surveillance system accessible from anywhere.
The company's AI-powered analytics capabilities include aggression detection, intrusion detection, people counting, and business intelligence dashboards. These features enable proactive threat response, customer footfall analysis, and data-driven operational improvements across various sectors. Morphean's solutions integrate seamlessly with existing infrastructure, ensuring a straightforward installation process.
Morphean adopts a usage-based pricing model, eliminating upfront capital expenditures on hardware and software. Customers pay quarterly for the services they consume, without long-term commitments. The company prioritizes data security, with ISO 27001 certified data centers, robust encryption protocols, and frequent device password rotations.
In April 2022, Morphean announced a strategic partnership with Axis Communications, enabling direct connectivity between Axis cameras and the Morphean cloud platform, offering a robust and secure cloud solution with open platform flexibility.

Telcred is a company that provides cloud-based access control systems for properties and businesses. Its technology allows property owners and real estate companies to offer "Access Control as a Service" to their tenants. With Telcred's solution, tenants do not need to acquire their own access control system, as the property's infrastructure itself integrates Telcred's access control technology.
Telcred's system offers features similar to traditional access control systems, along with modern capabilities such as mobile access. This allows property owners to generate new revenue streams by charging tenants a monthly fee for access control services, while reducing administrative overhead.
Telcred's access control solutions are designed for companies that operate unmanned facilities or aim to launch unmanned operations. The company's system, which utilizes hardware from Axis Communications, provides a reliable and easily integrable access control solution for such businesses.

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Varram is a company that develops smart pet robots powered by artificial intelligence (AI) to keep pets active, healthy, and entertained when their owners are away. Their flagship product, the Varram Pet Fitness Robot, is designed to play with dogs and cats, providing both physical and mental stimulation. The robot uses sensors and AI algorithms to recognize pets, dodge obstacles, and adjust its behavior based on the pet's mood and actions.
The Varram robot can move autonomously around a home, zooming and weaving to engage pets in play. It also has a treat dispensing feature to reward pets and encourage further activity. The robot is durable, water-resistant, and made from FDA-approved polycarbonate material, ensuring it can withstand rough play.
Users can control the Varram robot remotely through a mobile app, customizing activity routines, play periods, and treat dispensing. The app connects to the robot via Bluetooth and allows monitoring of the pet's interactions. With a battery life of up to 10 hours, the robot can keep pets active throughout the day.
Varram initially launched the Pet Fitness Robot through a successful Kickstarter campaign in 2018, raising over USD 130,000 against a USD 30,000 goal. The company began shipping the product to backers in January 2019. As of April 2022, Varram was continuing to market and sell the robot through its website and other channels.

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Wyze Labs is a technology company based in Seattle that specializes in producing affordable smart home devices and services. Its core product offerings are centered around home security systems and cameras. In December 2020, Wyze shook up the home security market by launching an inexpensive professional monitoring service for its home security system. For just USD 60 per year or USD five per month, customers receive 24/7 professional monitoring from a third-party provider called Noonlight. This undercuts competitor pricing significantly, such as Ring's monitoring fees.
The Wyze Home Monitoring Core Starter Kit includes a hub, keypad, entry sensors, and motion sensor that can trigger recording on Wyze cameras and smart lights/plugs to turn on. The system has home/away modes, and the hub contains an 82dB siren. Components communicate using 915MHz radio for long range. Wyze plans to expand the system with water leak and temperature sensors.
In addition to home security, Wyze is known for its affordable smart home cameras like the Wyze Cam launched in 2017. The cameras integrate with the security system and provide AI detection through the Cam Plus subscription service. Wyze's product ecosystem extends to smart bulbs, locks and other IoT devices controllable through its app and voice assistants.
Wyze has rapidly grown its product line since being founded in 2017 by former Amazon employees in Seattle. Its mission is to create accessible smart home technology by keeping costs low. While Wyze's affordable products are manufactured in China through partnerships, the company stores all user data securely in the US and emphasizes strong data privacy practices.

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Eagle Eye Networks is a provider of cloud-based video surveillance solutions. The company offers a cloud video management system (VMS) that enables customers to monitor and manage their security cameras from anywhere through a web browser or mobile app. Eagle Eye Networks' platform leverages artificial intelligence (AI) and analytics to provide features like license plate recognition, object detection, and smart video search.
The company's cloud VMS supports both IP and analog cameras from various manufacturers, allowing customers to utilize their existing hardware. Eagle Eye Networks utilizes a proprietary Dual Storage technology across multiple data centers to ensure video redundancy and availability. On-premise devices like Bridges and Cloud Managed Video Recorders (CMVRs) act as gateways, enabling intelligent bandwidth management and flexible storage options through Cloud-Premise Flex Storage.
Eagle Eye Networks' solutions are designed for scalability, allowing customers to add locations, cameras, and users as needed. The platform offers features like motion detection analytics, customizable layouts, and alerting capabilities. As of 2023, the company reported a 250% year-over-year increase in the use of 4MP security cameras and notable adoption of license plate recognition technology beyond traditional security purposes.

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 Knightscope is an advanced public safety technology company based in Silicon Valley that develops fully autonomous security robots and blue light emergency communication systems. Its flagship product is the K5 Autonomous Security Robot (ASR), a self-driving robot designed to enhance security operations by deterring, detecting, and reporting criminal activities. The K5 patrols designated areas 24/7, capturing video footage, reading license plates, and broadcasting custom messages to visitors.
 
 
 
 
 Knightscope also offers the K1 Hemisphere, a stationary security device with cameras, license plate recognition, facial recognition (optional), and intercom capabilities. Additionally, the company provides blue light emergency communication systems and a cloud-based Emergency Management System (KEMS) for monitoring and diagnostics.
 
 
 
 
 Knightscope's robots are deployed across various sectors, including corporate campuses, healthcare facilities, educational institutions, self-storage facilities, retail locations, and hospitality businesses. In 2022, the company reported an anticipated revenue run rate of USD 12-USD 14 million, tripling its 2021 revenue of USD 3.4 million.
 
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Platforms that integrate with existing surveillance camera systems to record and store video footage and deliver real-time remote monitoring and AI-based video analytics through their web portals or mobile apps.

Platforms that integrate with on-premise access devices to manage access controls such as issuing temporary access, providing mobile authentication, and detection and notification of users on unusual behavior.

Hardware solutions such as smart security cameras and sensors that provide real-time monitoring and automated security alerts.

Indoor and outdoor security robots or drones that are used for surveillance and are either fully autonomous or controlled remotely.

Biometrics are used to authorize access to smart security controlled areas

AI/ML help automate certain surveillance workflows and help companies extract insights from video feeds

Certain remote surveillance applications could be accelerated by 5G

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