Ecosystem Ventures is a venture capital investment and strategic consulting firm that offers related consultation services to seed stage companies. It is dedicated to building sustainable companies around significant technologies and innovative business ideas. The firm invests in companies during the seed round and works with entrepreneurs to grow their businesses until the first large institutional investment (Series A). It offers its business consulting support and services in the American, Indian, and European markets. Founded in 2005, Ecosystem Ventures is based in San Francisco, California.

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Revolutionizing construction with sustainable practices to build faster

Prefab Tech

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 ICON specializes in constructing high-performance homes using 3D-printed technology. Its homes feature designs that prioritize sustainability and resilience, taking advantage of the possibilities offered by additive construction. Using its Vulcan robotic construction systems, advanced materials, and software, ICON claims to be able to deliver homes quickly and efficiently while reducing waste and resulting in energy-efficient homes.&nbsp;
 
 
 &nbsp;The Vulcan construction system combines hardware, materials, and software to construct homes and large-scale structures. It comprises the Vulcan printer and Magma portable mixing unit, responsible for preparing ICON's proprietary building material, Lavacrete, for printing. The entire process is managed by the BuildOS software suite, which generates and prepares architectural designs and controls the on-site robotic hardware. Notably, the system is designed to be weather and environmentally conscious. The Magma unit adjusts and mixes ICON's Lavacrete material in real-time, ensuring optimal material performance during 3D printing for resilient and sustainable structures. 
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 ICON's Lavacrete, a type of high-strength concrete, demonstrates a compressive strength, ranging from 2,000 to 3,500 lbs per square inch (psi). Notably, in rigorous structural tests, ICON's wall system surpassed the minimum requirements set by building codes by over 350%.&nbsp;
 
 
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 ICON also initiated &ldquo;Initiative 99,&rdquo; a global architecture competition supported by AIA, Austin, de zeen, and ArchDaily. The competition's aim was to create accessible, aesthetically pleasing, and dignified 3D-printed homes that could be constructed for under USD 99,000.&nbsp;
 
 
 In March 2023, ICON collaborated with hospitality expert Liz Lambert and architecture firm Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) to build the world's first hotel constructed using 3D-printing technology, El Cosmico, which was set to open in Texas, US, in 2024.&nbsp;
 
 
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 In February 2022, ICON raised USD 185 million in a Series B funding round led by Tiger Global Management. The funding was planned to be used to build more homes with its 3D-printing technology.
 
 
 
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 Mighty Buildings develops prefabricated single-family houses and accessory dwelling units (ADUs). The company manufactures panels that are made of non-silicate, light-stone material and steel components using 3D-printing technology, which are then transported for on-site installation. This patented system, known as the &ldquo;Mighty Kit System&rdquo; (MKS), can replace up to eight layers of traditional material, reducing cost. The company reports that the 3D-printing technology eliminates 95% of construction waste and the structures are developed twice as fast using around 95% fewer labor hours, with a 350 sq ft home reported to be developed within 24 hours.
 
 
 Its buildings can be developed to achieve net-zero energy status and, as of July 2021, were available within the 864&ndash;1,440 sq ft range, with prices starting at USD 221,750. The ADUs, known as &ldquo;Mighty Mods,&rdquo; are fully manufactured in the factory and start at USD 187,250 per unit. The company has recorded USD 7 million in contract revenue in Q2 2021. As of September 2021, the company operated within California, with plans to expand nationwide. In March 2023, it opened a new factory in 
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Using data and automation to achieve 24/7 production.

Smart Factory

RIOS offers AI-powered end-to-end robotic workcells that can be integrated with existing workflows. The solutions offered by the company include 1) “Astria,” for material handling and machine tending; 2) “Dion,” for food handling; 3) “Hermes,” a packing solution that packs out to polybags; 4) “Vulcan,” a packing solution that packs out to boxes; and 5) “Lumos,” an AI-powered vision quality control (QC) system to identify defects. The company offers its solutions on a subscription-based factory-automation-as-a-service model.&nbsp;The company’s solutions are supported by “RIOS-NET,” a technology stack that includes 1,000+ proprietary software repos, simulation backends, comprehensive data management systems, AI, robotics, haptic intelligence, and a data management platform.&nbsp; &nbsp;The company also offers real-time production and inventory data tracking, predictive analysis for maintenance, and in-line quality testing solutions.The company has offices in the US and Australia and offers its products on a factory automation-as-a-service basis.&nbsp;Key customers and partnershipsAs of February 2022, RIOS had more than 12 medium-sized and large-scale customers in the US and Japan. Its customers include Hit Promotional Products and Ramar Foods.&nbsp;The company partnered with industrial engineering company Crow Engineering in February 2024 to integrate robotic automation in the wood products industry. It also has partnerships with system integrator Cimcorop and tech providers Fanuc, Nvidia, Lucid Vision Labs, Autodesk, Yamaha Robotics, Roboflow, and Voxel.

Earth-friendly biotech solutions for the textile, packaging and construction industries.

Bio-based Materials

Based in New York, Bucha Bio is a startup that develops bio-based material alternatives to leather for automotive, fashion, and interior design applications. The material is produced from bacterial nanocellulose derived from the ‘kombucha brewing’ process, combining sweet tea with bacteria to form mats, which are then dried, processed, and treated with natural waxes and dyes. The company plans to work with larger companies to co-develop the material for specific applications such as biotextiles, biofibers, hard composites, and protective packaging products. In October 2021, the company launched MIRAI (rebranded to SHORAI in February 2022), a signature luxury biotextile material that is as durable as traditional leather and can also be customized to different colors and textures. The company claims that its vegan leather material can be produced significantly faster than animal leather, are fully biodegradable, and is ‘infinitely’ renewable. Bucha Bio announced that it is shifting its headquarters to Houston from New York in February 2022, and will be opening offices at the East End Maker Hub, a hub providing manufacturing facilities and amenities for startups and entrepreneurs. Key customers and partnershipsBy the end of 2020, the company claimed that they were working with partners to incorporate the material in footwear, pillows, and clothing. As of January 2022, Bucha Bio reported that it is developing “more than a dozen” prototypes with various brands in the fashion, car, and interior design industries and is yet to announce the names of its partners. Funding and Financials<a href="https://sp-edge.com/updates?industryIds=45">In September 2022</a>, the company raised USD 1.1 million in an oversubscribed seed funding round led by existing investors including New Climate Ventures, Lifely VC and Beni VC. The company also previously raised USD 550,000 in another oversubscribed seed funding round in October 2021.

AI, robotics, and IoT to streamline the flow of goods and information

Logistics Tech

RIOS offers AI-powered end-to-end robotic workcells that can be integrated with existing workflows for warehouse automation. The solutions offered by the company include 1) “Astria,” for material handling and machine tending; 2) “Dion,” for food handling; 3) “Hermes,” a packing solution that packs out to polybags; 4) “Vulcan,” a packing solution that packs out to boxes; and 5) “Lumos,” an AI-powered vision quality control (QC) system to identify defects. The company offers its solutions on a subscription-based factory-automation-as-a-service model.The company’s solutions are supported by “RIOS-NET,” a technology stack that includes 1,000+ proprietary software repos, simulation backends, comprehensive data management systems, AI, robotics, haptic intelligence, and a data management platform.The company has offices in the US and Australia and offers its products on a factory-automation-as-a-service business model.Key customers and partnershipsAs of February 2022, RIOS had more than 12 medium-sized and large-scale customers in the US and Japan. Its customers include Hit Promotional Products and Ramar Foods.The company partered with industrial engineering company Crow Engineering in February 2024 to integrate robotic automation in the wood products industry. It also has partnerships with system integrators Cimcorop, and tech providers Fanuc, Nvidia, Lucid Vision Labs, Autodesk, Yamaha Robotics, Roboflow, and Voxel.

Enabling supply of biologically safe tissues and organs using next-gen printing tech

Bioprinting

Allevi is a pioneering American company revolutionizing the field of 3D bioprinting technology. Their flagship product, the Allevi three bioprinter, empowers researchers and industry professionals to print a wide range of cell lines into intricate geometries for diverse applications. This cutting-edge device features three extruders, enabling the seamless printing of multi-cell tissues with integrated vasculature for enhanced viability. The Allevi three boasts an impressive build volume of 130 x 90 x 60 mm and a temperature-controlled print bed compatible with petri dishes, multi-well plates, and glass slides, facilitating flexible printing processes.
In addition to the Allevi 3, the company's product lineup includes the Allevi one and Allevi six bioprinters, catering to various bioprinting needs. The Allevi 1, launched in 2018, offers a build volume of 91 x 130 x 60 mm and utilizes extrusion bioprinting technology to produce elastomers and bio/organic parts using liquid feedstocks. The Allevi 6, introduced in the same year, also leverages extrusion bioprinting technology to create edible and bio/organic parts from liquid feedstocks.
Allevi seamlessly integrates its hardware offerings with an intuitive software solution, Allevi Bioprint Online, empowering users to design and execute bioprinting experiments effortlessly. As of April 2024, Allevi's innovative solutions have found widespread adoption, with their bioprinters utilized in hundreds of labs globally, contributing to groundbreaking advancements in regenerative medicine and tissue engineering.
In May 2021, Allevi was acquired by the industry leader 3D Systems, further solidifying its position as a frontrunner in the bioprinting landscape. This strategic acquisition positioned 3D Systems at the forefront of advanced bioprinting technologies, enabling the development of proprietary organs-on-chips called h-VIOS for pharmaceutical drug discovery and development.

Sports Tech

ZenSports is a mobile application that offers a decentralized peer-to-peer sports betting marketplace built on blockchain technology. Launched in 2018, the platform allows users to create and accept sports bets without the need for a centralized bookmaker. ZenSports utilizes smart contracts and the ICON protocol, facilitating a trustless betting system where results and disputes are settled transparently by the marketplace.
The ZenSports ecosystem is powered by the SPORT utility token, which streamlines betting processes, rewards, penalties, and payments. Users can fund their accounts, place bets, and receive payouts through cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Litecoin, and Ethereum, as well as traditional payment methods like credit cards and ACH transfers.
In June 2023, ZenSports expanded its operations to the US by launching its traditional sportsbook in Tennessee. The company aims to introduce its peer-to-peer betting marketplace in the state later in the year, pending regulatory approval. ZenSports has also sought licenses in Nevada, Virginia, and Colorado, showcasing its ambition to establish a nationwide presence in the rapidly growing sports betting market.

Using autonomous, green, IoT, and digital technologies to shape the future of ocean-based transportation

Shipping Tech

Buffalo Automation is a pioneering company that has developed cutting-edge technologies for the maritime industry. Their flagship product, Automate, is a predictive boat navigation system that utilizes artificial intelligence (AI), neural networks, and thermal imaging to detect obstructions and safety hazards, providing critical warnings and assistance to safely navigate around them. Automate has already been adopted by multiple commercial ships operating on the US Great Lakes.
The company has also developed Pegasus, a comprehensive navigation and safety system designed for smaller recreational boats. While compatible with today's gas-powered engines, Pegasus technology has been adapted to create Greycraft, an innovative product line that combines electrification, renewable energy, and modular design.
Greycraft is the world's first solar-powered, autonomous vessel capable of carrying passengers and traversing busy waterways. Its modular design allows for easy transportation and assembly, eliminating the need for trailers. Greycraft's vessels are designed to operate on the water for several years without maintenance, powered primarily by solar panels with battery backup.
In December 2020, Buffalo Automation successfully demonstrated the Greycraft concept in Knoxville, Tennessee, with plans for a fully operational launch of the Greycraft Water Taxi service in early 2021, initially offered free of charge to residents.

Augmenting the mining value chain with technology and automation

Mining Tech

Impossible Mining is a California-based company developing technology for sustainable seabed mining of battery metals. Founded in 2020, the company aims to revolutionize the mining industry by providing an environmentally responsible alternative to traditional mining practices. Impossible Mining's core technology is an autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) equipped with robotic arms and machine vision cameras, designed to selectively harvest polymetallic nodules from the ocean floor at depths of up to four miles. The AUV's selective approach allows it to avoid disturbing marine ecosystems by leaving nodules with visible megafauna untouched.
The company's innovative mining method aims to minimize environmental impact by avoiding sediment disturbance, eliminating significant plumes, and preserving seafloor ecosystems. In addition to its robotic collection system, Impossible Mining is developing a bio-extraction technology that uses naturally occurring bacteria to extract metals from rocks without the need for toxic chemicals or freshwater. This process aims to eliminate toxic waste and tailings associated with conventional mining methods. As of June 2022, Impossible Mining had signed over USD 500 million in Letters of Intent with battery manufacturers, indicating strong interest in its sustainable mining approach.

Remedium Bio is a Boston area gene therapy company focused on the development of curative treatments for a number of highly debilitating conditions. Our fundamental approach to product development utilizes proven technologies in novel ways to treat well-characterized disease pathology. To streamline R&D, we modularly apply elements of proven technology to develop local, targeted treatments focusing on clinically validated molecules and mechanistic pathways. Today, our leading candidates include gene therapy treatments in the fields of Rheumatology / Osteoarthritis, Endocrinology / Diabetes, and Neurology / Stroke.

Polco improves how local officials and constituents communicate through online verified surveys, polls, digital panels, and analytics. Polco is civic communication that counts. The company licenses Polco online verified polling profiles and premium content, services, and analytics to cities, counties, school districts, news media organizations, and other customers. It was founded in 2015 and headquartered in Middleton, Wisconsin.

Impossible Mining is building underwater robotics vehicles which mine battery metals responsibly from the seabed. It transitions to carbon-neutral energies and will continue to demand critical metals in volumes. The company's dredge-based technology can’t - the preservation of the seafloor environment. Impossible Mining was established in 2020 in Pasadena, California.

AnFin is a venture-backed fintech company building the most innovative products in the wealth management and brokerage space. We strongly believe in the power of the stock market to transform developing economies. Therefore, we want to democratize access to stocks, bonds, and structured investment products. By leveraging scalable technology and strategic partnerships, AnFin plans to build an ecosystem of products that connect stakeholders in a seamless way.

Encapsulate develops automated tumor-on-a-chip systems that screen the response profile of cancer patients to chemotherapy drugs and determines effective personalized treatment regimens.

CiSApp is a one-stop social media platform that considers the challenges of social media to create a solution that takes the industry to the next level. By bringing together the power and security of blockchain with a revolutionary business model that recognizes the importance of creating a truly safe, never-seen-before environment for content creators and users alike, CiSApp is the next big thing in the quickly growing social media industry.

BioSapien is a pre-clinical biotech company developing novel biodegradable implantable products that deliver active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for oncology indications with reduced systemic side effects. The applications for this technology are currently under investigation for pancreatic cancer and lung cancer. The intended pipeline of indications is expected to expand into other cancers such as colorectal, breast, and stomach cancers. BioSapien's 3D-printed MediChip delivers FDA-approved toxic high-dose systemic therapies in a localized slow-release biodegradable mesh which is able to target tissues while improving patients' quality of care and life.

Bucha Bio creates a novel biomaterial grown from infinitely renewable bacterial-nanocellulose. Strands of natural fibers interlock to form a high-performance textile with a luxuriously soft handfeel. Produced in weeks rather than months or years, use it in premium applications instead of animal leather, polyurethane, latex, vinyl, and so much more. Creating a reliable material is our goal, adding plastics and petrochemicals like PU polyurethane would make it easy, but we’ve never taken the easy way out. Committed to sustainability, Bucha Bio’s team is dedicated to creating a completely biodegradable textile that enables the next generation of designers to create products for a more sustainable future. Our biomaterial is water-resistant, scratch-resistant, sunlight-resistant, flame-resistant, and so many more reasons to test it out in your next product.

Enabling India’s 60m Small & Medium Enterprises to find curated warehouses in minutes at prices below current market and transport their inventory in and out with just a few clicks.

Mighty Buildings is a cutting-edge construction technology company that uses 3D printing, robotics, and automation to build homes. It is a modular construction company working on disrupting the residential housing market with 3D printing tech, robotics, and composite materials backed by notable top-tier venture capital firms. The company creates a proprietary building material called Light Stone Material (LSM) which is similar to a synthetic stone that can be 3D printed, making the building process faster and with zero waste. LSM can also maintain a structure’s temperature better than concrete, wood, or steel.

ZenSports is a mobile sports betting platform for consumers that offers a traditional sports book, peer-to-peer sports betting marketplace, and wagering in both fiat and cryptocurrencies. Sports betting is currently legal in 37 states plus the District of Columbia. Over $93.2 billion was legally wagered on sports in the U.S. in 2022, and over $7.5 billion in revenue was generated by U.S. sports betting operators in 2022, all with limited competition. With ZenSports, customers can choose to bet against the house or create their own bets with their own odds and terms (peer-to-peer). Peer-to-peer bets can be shared with friends or anonymously via the app’s mobile two-sided marketplace, all without the need for a bookmaker and all right from their phone.  Funding, wagering, and rewards can take place using traditional fiat methods, such as debit/credit cards, as well as a variety of cryptocurrency options, such as the crypto form of Dollars (Tether), Bitcoin, and ZenSports’ proprietary token called SPORTS.  ZenSports received its sports betting license in the state of Tennessee on May 24, 2023, and launched in Tennessee on June 7, 2023. Tennessee is processing $392.7M in sports betting handle and generating over $45.5M in revenue per month, consistently ranking Tennessee in the top 10 out of 37 states with legalized sports betting. ZenSports is available for download in the App Store (iOS) and the ZenSports website (Android or Web).

Konduit is a no-code fintech infrastructure allowing banks quickly onboard and adopts third-party fintech solutions. It connects banks, fintechs, and other technology in a seamless, no-code platform for financial institutions. The platform delivers real-time pre-qualified rates for consumer loans at a fraction of the cost. Lenders can use the Konduit platform to combine individual fintech solutions to solve end-to-end business use cases. Konduit was founded in 2021 and is based in Reston, Virginia.

RIOS, founded in 2018, is a technology company helping global customers automate their factories, warehouses, and supply chain operations by deploying a new class of dexterous AI-powered robots. RIOS robots handle hard-to-automate tasks, typically requiring human-level dexterity, in unstructured environments. RIOS is headquartered in Palo Alto, CA and has a pilot facility in San Carlos, CA. More information is available at www.rios.ai.

Hidrent helps firefighters supplement their incomes during their 20 off-duty days each month by connecting them with people and businesses looking for safe, trustworthy and reliable handyman-type help.

Buffalo Automation is an autonomous navigation technology company that makes AutoMate, which can lookout, steer and dock vessels automatically.

Autobon is pioneering DeliveryOS - a fully automated freight shipping platform for those who ship, manage, or transport high-value products. Autobon (Techstars ’18) is empowering America's truck drivers and fleets to participate in the autonomous future. They focus on upgrading (and leveraging) as many existing semi-trucks into safer, smarter, and more automated vehicles through our low-cost autopilot platform that enables self-driving and advanced logistics features.

UNOMi is a software platform tool for animators and video game developers that automates many of the most time-consuming aspects of animation production by leveraging advanced, patent-pending voice recognition and motion-capture technology. They offer motion-capture software that allows content creators to easily track human movement within their own home or studio, eliminating the need to rent expensive studio space and equipment.

ICON is a construction technology company that uses 3D robotics, software, and advanced materials.

Allevi offers bioprinters that enable users to experiment with any biomaterial, work with any cell line, and print in any geometry. Its platform empowers novice and expert 3D bioprinting users alike to quickly and easily achieve their goals.

Tamarin Health provides seamlessly connect employers, providers, and individuals to the tools they need to attain optimal health. Right now, we’re focused on helping you bounce back from COVID-19 by providing you with the tools and resources to create a safe environment.  Most companies and organizations aren’t prepared to re-open from COVID-19, nor are they ready for another wave. That’s why we created a platform that you can use to make sure that COVID-19 doesn’t dictate your future.  With Tamarin’s simple platform, you can: - Have an effective testing plan that meets your needs whether an on-site pop up, at home, or clinical setting - Utilize Clear to WorkTM virtual badges to ensure a safe atmosphere  - Easily follow symptom tracking and contact tracing guidelines with an in-platform health questionnaire and attestation - Leverage robust HR and HIPAA compliant data for operational decisions such as temporary shutdowns and re-opens All data in Tamarin’s platform is stored in a way that cannot be deleted or changed by anyone. This means there will always be a verifiable, time-stamped record of data such as symptoms and COVID-19 status, which is crucial from a compliance and liability standpoint.    With the implementation of our platform, you can confidently open and keep your doors open. Learn more here: tamarin.health

InnerSpace is a space utilization platform that helps large enterprises make smarter decisions about using corporate real estate. Our powerful technology leverages a company's existing Wi-Fi infrastructure to provide unrivaled, multi-dimensional data without all the cost and effort needed for traditional sensor-based systems.

Qwikwire specializes in providing real estate solutions for brokers and property developers. Its services include SaaS property management solutions, SAP-integrated billing and invoicing systems, cross-border settlements via licensed remittance channels, and property listing via the blockchain-powered multi-listing engine. The company was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Makati, Metro Manila.

Reliant Immune Diagnostics is building a complete consumer-driven health platform that provides testing, diagnosing, and monitoring solutions. We accomplish this with a suite of diagnostic tests, AI / Machine Learning-driven diagnostic tools, and personal health data tracking. We are a team of experts specializing in scientific research, computer vision, and artificial intelligence.  We are leveraging the latest innovations in biomedical engineering and machine learning to develop cutting-edge techniques and algorithms for in-home rapid tests, medical AI systems, and big data analytics.  We are giving control and convenience to the consumer; every user with a mobile phone will be empowered to take charge of his or her own health care anywhere, anytime.

MapJam provides map publishing tools to personalize, brand, and add important context to maps. It also offers developers and enterprises vector maps that work seamlessly with great Open Source projects from OpenStreetMap, Mapzen, Leaflet, D3, Font Awesome, kolor.js, and others. It was founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Doorman provides consumer-scheduled last mile delivery and return pickup for e-commerce.  With the Doorman API, e-commerce shoppers can schedule the exact hour they want delivery of their purchases, and change their mind, reschedule their delivery time, day or location without ever needing to contact customer service. No more missed deliveries, missing packages or angry customers.  Matrix Partners, Structure Capital, Alrai Capital and 500 Startups are among the prominent VCs that back Doorman.   Learn more at www.doorman.co or connect with the company on twitter: @doorman

Misterb&b is an operator of a property rental marketplace used to connect travelers and hosts in the LGBTQ community. Its marketplace offers a searchable database of short-term rentals of homes, rooms, and apartments for its users as per their preferred locations that enable LGBTQ individuals and allies to monetize from their spare space while providing affordable houses in a hassle-free manner. Misterb&b was established in 2014 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

VaycayHero is a safest and easiest way to rent vacation homes.  VaycayHero, previously known as Zaranga, was launched in order to take the hassle out of booking vacations rentals without having to worry about the kinds of things Amitav and Anirban experienced while trying to simply go on a great vacation. Their rentals are 100% accurate and verified by professionals with automatically updated calendars and pricing. You will only find top-notch professionally managed vacation rentals on VaycayHero. Search and book online hassle-free, or chat with our booking concierge if you need some help.

Customers include: Purdue, Litens Automotive, Baylor, & many more. Stats: 3.5M 3D prints managed (remotely). 8M hours of cloud 3D Printing. AstroPrint produces a suite of cloud based software products for the Additive Manufacturing (AM) industry. Our hottest piece of software is our Enterprise Fleet Management solution for multi-user 3D Printer environments. In a nutshell, this allows large organizations to run large scale 3D printer farms, regardless of the various 3D Printer brands/models they may have. They can even set 50+ permissions in order to limit the functionality for various user groups. Components include: Online Build Plate, online toolpath viewers, multiple slicing engines with intelligent slice-job routing, remote monitoring/management of the fleet, queueing & Group Queueing, print history, advanced analytics, SSO integrations, advanced cloud file management/sharing, 3DP APIs, 3rd party content integrations (print-from-web), CAD tool integrations (print-from-CAD), mobile apps (print-from-mobile), and much more.

Structured Polymers is the world’s first colored ink manufacturer for industrial 3D printers. Their proprietary method utilizes large-scale textile techniques to create new and traditional polymers with significantly improved properties at lower costs and in larger quantities. One of the earliest developers of 3D printing, the inventor of SLS, and the design lead of the first commercial SLS system are just a few of the brightest minds on their team. They bring extensive mechanical engineering, material development, and startup expertise. They’ve set out to bring the properties of aluminum for the price of plastic. Let’s build something together.

CreditAccess Grameen provides micro financial products and services for women from rural poor and low income households in India. It offers microcredit loans for income generation, family welfare, emergency, and home improvement, as well as micro insurance services covering life insurance, health insurance, and national pension scheme.  CreditAccess Grameen also provides non-financial services, such as enterprise development, financial literacy promotion, basic health/nutrition education, basic medical services, special medical services for women and children, and training for women and women's rights/gender issues education.  Vinatha M. Reddy founded Grameen Koota Financial Services in 1999. It became CreditAccess Grameen in January 2018, with its headquarters in Bengaluru in India.

Geekatoo.com offers at-home tech support at prices up to 75% off of Geek Squad. They offer a range of fix-priced services and an auction model for custom jobs.  They work with 6,000+ providers across the US ready to provide service and troubleshoot issues such as smart home product installation, computer repair, virus removal, camera and printer repair, building websites, and home theater installation.   Providers are ranked on Geektitude score, which affects their ability to get work. This score is based on previous job satisfaction, certifications and education.

Reesio solves the bad data problem by owning the only up-to-the-minute residential property data. By giving agents an awesome productivity tool that they use multiple times per day to manage their deals, they're able to automatically take agents' real-time transaction info and create searchable listings that are more accurate than anything on the planet. More importantly, Reesio owns ALL of its own data. Reesio was founded in 2012 and is based in San Francisco, California, United States.

Dekko was founded on the belief that society is entering an amazing transition in how they experience their technology. Smartphones and Tablets have ushered in the first taste of a ''Post-PC'' world, where their ability to connect to each other and to their favorite online services is mobile. They are beginning to experience entertainment, contextual information & personal interactions through natural interfaces that are not just ''tiny screened PCs''. Multi-sensor devices and The Internet of Things will provide the hardware foundation for true mobile operating systems. They are moving away from intermediated interfaces driven by keyboards and mice towards more natural and direct touch and voice interactions. Their most engaging sense, vision, will also experience a new natural interface, as content is placed in the world, in a truly believable manner.

Ribbon is an online payments platform whose products include the peer-to-peer focused Ribbon, and the merchant payments platform Ribbon Merchant.  Ribbon is a simple way to send and receive money online across all devices. Users create a profile page with a URL that anyone can access to pay them using a debit or credit card. The person paying the user is not required to have a Ribbon account.  Ribbon Merchant allows sellers to accept payments instantly without having to write any code. Products checkout forms can be hosted as a one-page checkout on Ribbon, or integrated into the seller's website and social media platforms using a simple copy and paste.  Ribbon was part of **[AngelPad](http://angelpad.org) #3** in 2011.

Equitas Holdings Private Limited, through its subsidiaries, provides microfinance, used commercial vehicle finance, and housing finance services in India. It is engaged in extending micro credit to people who are otherwise unable to access finance from the mainstream banking channels. It also provides finance for the purchase of used commercial vehicles; and housing finance for self-employed and salaried segment of low income customers. The company was formerly known as Equitas Micro Finance India Private Limited and changed its name to Equitas Holdings Private Limited in February 2012. Equitas Micro Finance India Private Limited was founded in 2007 and is based in Chennai, India.

MicroVentures is an online equity crowdfunding platform enabling angel investors to connect with startups to raise capital. It connects accredited investors with startups, businesses, and services looking to raise funds or participate in select secondary market opportunities. The company provides founders access to early-stage capital and accredited investors opportunities to invest in private equity. It prefers to invest in companies from the software, technology, telecommunications, and media sectors. MicroVentures was established in 2009 and is headquartered in Austin, Texas.

MicroVentures is an equity crowdfunding platform that offers investment opportunities in early-stage startups to both accredited and non-accredited investors. Founded in 2009, it was among the first online platforms to facilitate venture investments. MicroVentures operates as a registered broker-dealer and member of FINRA/SIPC, allowing it to offer investments in companies across various industries, including software, mobile, green-tech, and consumer-facing sectors like beverage and sporting equipment startups.

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Chalet

Quiet Ventures

CapitalX

Noveus Capital

NVO Capital

Futureland Ventures

Tango.vc

Aureolis Ventures

Palrecha Capital

Solutions to retrofit site vehicles with autonomous hardware and other autonomous and remote-controlled tools that support workflows, such as underground mapping and remote data capture

Encapsulate

Connecticut Innovations

CiSApp

Seed Round Capital

BioSapien

SOSV

Infinity Capital

Hikma Ventures

Cedas Foundation

Beni VC

Side Door Ventures

Harbr

George and Saul

JPIN Venture Catalysts

Bucha Bio

New Climate Ventures

Lifely

QKZ Design

Developers of materials with applications across apparel, automobile, home goods, etc.

ODWEN

Starling Ventures

Leonis Investissement

Uni-M Ventures

Asymmetry Ventures

Eppes Creek Ventures

Kube VC

Mighty Buildings

Core Innovation Capital

Khosla Ventures

ArcTern Ventures

Bossanova Investimentos

Decacorn Capital

Polyvalent Capital

MVP Ventures

Klaff Realty

Vibrato Capital

Flucas Ventures

Angel Collective Opportunity Fund

Companies that develop buildings that are completely 3D printed on-site. They mostly focus on single-family residential units at present.

ZenSports

10X Capital

Calm Ventures

Allied Venture Partners

Twenty Five Ventures

Online sports betting platforms and platforms where virtual teams composed of proxies of real players of a professional sport compete based on player performance in actual games

Konduit

CFV Ventures

Zeno Partners

Sand Hill Angels

AltaIR Capital

Bold Capital Partners

One Way Ventures

Abies Ventures

Foundamental

RIOS

Morpheus Ventures

Valley Capital Partners

Motus Ventures

FUJI Machine Mfg

NGK SPARK PLUG CO

Grit Ventures

Alumni Ventures

Companies that provide cobots, sorting/ picking robotics, modular production robotics, and microfactories.

Hidrent Inc.

Capital Innovators

Republic

IAFF Financial Corporation

Buffalo Automation

Unmanned (either autonomous or remotely-operated) vessels that use AI and ML to navigate and perform various tasks, including cargo and passenger transport. Technology also includes systems that assist navigation by providing technologies such as collision avoidance and advanced perception.

Autobon AI

EV Private Equity

Right Side Capital Management

Plug and Play

Forum Ventures

Chicago ArchAngels

Sica Ventures

UNOMi

Backstage Capital

MicroVentures is an equity crowdfunding platform that offers investment opportunities in early-stage startups to both accredited and non-accredited investors. Founded in 2009, it was among the first online platforms to facilitate venture investments. MicroVentures operates as a registered broker-dealer and member of FINRA/SIPC, allowing it to offer investments in companies across various industries, including software, mobile, green-tech, and consumer-facing sectors like beverage and sporting equipment startups.
The platform provides investors with access to a diverse range of investment types, such as equity, debt, convertible notes, and revenue shares. It has facilitated over USD 100 million in transactions, with investments in notable companies like Facebook, Twitter, and Yelp before their initial public offerings. MicroVentures has a strong track record, having offered more than 900 investment opportunities, including in companies like Dropbox, Instacart, and Lyft.
Investment minimums on MicroVentures can be as low as USD 100 for non-accredited investors, although certain offerings may have higher minimums or be available only to accredited investors. The platform charges a 5% fee from investors and a 5% fee from the issuing company for successful raises, along with a 10% carried interest.

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 Wise (formerly TransferWise) is a financial technology company that provides low-cost international money transfers and multi-currency accounts for individuals and businesses. Founded in 2011 and based in London, Wise operates a peer-to-peer network that allows customers to transfer money across borders without the high fees and markups charged by traditional banks.
 
 
 
 
 Wise's core offering is a money transfer service that leverages the mid-market exchange rate and charges transparent, upfront fees rather than hiding markups in exchange rates. It supports transfers to over 160 countries across 50+ currencies. For personal users, transfers up to around USD 5,000 tend to be most cost-effective through Wise.
 
 
 
 
 In addition to money transfers, Wise provides multi-currency accounts that allow customers to hold, convert between, spend, and receive over 40 currencies. Users can get local bank details in 10 major currencies like USD, GBP, and EUR to receive money like a local. The Wise debit card enables spending in over 170 countries at the mid-market rate.
 
 
 
 
 Wise is regulated by financial authorities in the countries where it operates, including FinCEN in the US It has over 16 million customers and processed USD 11 billion in cross-border transactions per month as of 2024. Key features include low transparent pricing, fast transfers (50%+ instant, 90% within 24 hours), and user-friendly web/mobile interfaces.
 
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Wise

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 Remitly is an online money transfer service that enables individuals to send money internationally from the US, Canada, Europe, Australia, and the UK to over 180 countries worldwide. The company's primary focus is on facilitating remittances, allowing immigrants and expatriates to securely and conveniently send money back home to their families and loved ones. Established in 2011 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Remitly has grown to serve over 3 million customers annually, with a total transaction volume exceeding USD 20 billion as of 2021.
 
 
 
 
 Remitly offers two distinct transfer options: Express and Economy. The Express service facilitates near-instant transfers, with funds typically arriving within minutes for cash pickups or a few hours for bank deposits. This option is ideal for urgent fund transfers but comes at a higher cost. Alternatively, the Economy service provides a more affordable solution, albeit with a longer delivery time of three to five business days.
 
 
 
 
 One of Remitly's standout features is its extensive network of payout options. Recipients can choose to receive funds through bank account deposits, cash pickups at over 400,000 locations worldwide, mobile wallet transfers, or even home deliveries in select countries like the Philippines, Vietnam, and the Dominican Republic. This flexibility caters to the diverse needs of Remitly's global customer base.
 
 
 
 
 Remitly's fees and exchange rates are generally competitive within the industry. Fixed transfer fees typically range from USD 1.99 to USD 3.99, while exchange rate markups are typically between 0.5% and 2.5% above the mid-market rate. Larger transfers often incur lower fees, with Remitly waiving fixed fees for bank-to-bank transfers exceeding USD 1,000.
 
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Remitly

Zepz is a global cross-border payment group that operates two leading remittance brands, WorldRemit and Sendwave. The company disrupted the traditional remittance industry by taking international money transfers online, offering a faster, more affordable, and secure way to send money globally. Zepz's platforms facilitate digital money transfers to over 130 countries across more than 5,000 money transfer corridors, including emerging markets with high barriers to entry.
The company's business model revolves around providing a seamless digital experience for senders, enabling them to transfer funds from a smartphone or computer, while offering a wide range of payout options for recipients, such as bank deposits, cash collection, mobile airtime top-ups, and mobile money. Zepz's technology eliminates the need for physical cash handling, enhancing security and convenience.
In 2021, Zepz reported a significant 67% year-over-year revenue growth, reaching USD 399 million, following the acquisition of Sendwave in February 2021 and a USD 292 million Series E funding round in August 2021. The company achieved profitability in the first half of 2022, driven by investments in marketing, talent, and technology, enabling efficient customer acquisition and paving the way for future growth.
Zepz's platforms have facilitated the movement of money that has supported education, healthcare, and daily expenses for families, contributing to the economies of recipient countries. In the first half of 2022, WorldRemit users sent more than USD 2 billion to the African continent, with core African and Asian markets experiencing substantial year-over-year volume growth of over 20% and 35%, respectively.

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