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Genei is a UK-based AI startup focused on revolutionizing the research and summarization process. Their platform leverages natural language processing to help students, researchers, and professionals extract and synthesize information from long-form content such as academic papers, web articles, and PDFs. Founded by Cambridge graduates, Genei aims to democratize access to information and make the research process faster and more efficient. The company’s mission is to save time and boost productivity by streamlining the way users understand complex documents. With growing attention to information overload and the need for accessible academic tools, Genei is filling an important gap in the edtech and productivity market. | https://www.genei.io | Private | "Smarter research, faster." | London, United Kingdom | 2020 | Y Combinator (W21 batch), Cambridge University links | Growth | Genei offers a subscription-based AI-powered platform that helps users summarize articles, extract keywords, and auto-generate bullet points from long-form content. It integrates with PDFs, websites, and academic search engines to streamline the research workflow. The product targets students, writers, and research professionals, offering browser extensions and cloud-based tools. | Traditional research is time-consuming and inefficient. Academic papers and online content often require hours to read and understand. | Genei’s platform provides instant summaries, key point extraction, and document linking, reducing the time spent on reading and comprehension. | Genei allows users to save hours of reading time while retaining key insights through automated summarization and note-taking tools | Subscription-based model with monthly and yearly pricing tiers. Offers a free trial, then charges users based on premium features such as unlimited summaries, multi-document support, and priority processing. | Genei’s tech stack includes natural language processing models trained for summarization and keyword extraction. The platform integrates with academic databases, Chrome extensions, and web scrapers. It uses cloud computing for document processing and relies on AI models optimized for understanding academic language and structure. | Genei has emerged as a strong player in the academic productivity and edtech space. By leveraging AI to solve a real pain point—time-consuming research and reading—it offers a clear and powerful value proposition to students and professionals alike. Its integration with PDFs, web browsers, and summarization tools creates a seamless workflow for users needing faster insight extraction. Though still in early stages, its acceptance into Y Combinator, consistent product updates, and positive feedback across social platforms indicate strong future potential. The leadership team’s academic background contributes to a mission-aligned company culture and long-term growth strategy. With modest funding but a focused product and loyal user base, Genei represents the kind of niche AI startup with real-world impact and room to grow within both educational and commercial research sectors. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/bashirosaydasif_LATE_5670978_91426619_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat-3.docx | AIML Profile | estimated <$1M ARR | As a privately held company, Genei does not have a publicly disclosed market capitalization. | Genei.io is not a publicly traded company | $125K (Y Combinator seed) | null | As Genei is a privately held company, it does not have publicly disclosed financial metrics such as the Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio or profit margins | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 |
Monica, founded in 2022 by Xiao Hong, is a Chinese artificial intelligence startup dedicated to developing advanced autonomous AI agents. The company's flagship product, Manus AI, launched on March 6, 2025, is designed to independently perform complex tasks across various domains without continuous human intervention. Monica's mission is to bridge the gap between human intent and execution by creating AI solutions that enhance productivity and efficiency in both professional and personal settings. | https://manus.im/ | Private | Turning Thoughts into Actions | Beijing, China | 2022 | Sequoia China, Tencent | Growth | Monica's primary offering is Manus AI, an autonomous AI agent capable of executing a wide range of tasks, including: Creating custom websites Analyzing stock market trends Planning travel itineraries Managing schedules Conducting market research Manus AI integrates various tools such as coding, web browsing, and data analysis to deliver comprehensive results with minimal user intervention. | Traditional AI assistants require continuous user input and are limited in handling complex, multi-step tasks. | Manus AI autonomously plans and executes intricate tasks, reducing the need for constant human guidance. | By automating complex workflows, Manus AI enhances productivity and allows users to focus on higher-level decision-making. | Monica operates on a subscription-based model, offering: Standard Plan: $39 per month Upgraded Plan: $199 per month | Manus AI leverages advanced artificial intelligence techniques, including: Large Language Models (LLMs) Transformer Networks Reinforcement Learning The platform supports multi-modal processing, enabling it to handle text, images, and code. It integrates with external APIs and real-time data processing tools to enhance its autonomous task execution capabilities. | Monica, the company behind Manus AI, has achieved early success by developing a novel AI agent that fills a critical need in the next wave of AI products—autonomous task execution. In a market dominated by reactive chatbots, Manus presents a proactive and hands-free alternative. The company's strategic vision, excellent timing, and heavy investor backing positioned it perfectly to ride the AGI wave of 2025. The team’s ability to convert viral interest into a subscription product with millions on the waitlist suggests strong commercial instincts. Despite limited public data on financial performance or international rollout, the Manus story so far represents a best-case scenario for Chinese AI startups trying to compete with U.S. firms like OpenAI and Anthropic. With ongoing product improvements and global expansion, Manus AI is poised to remain a major player in the AI agent space. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/beheradebasish_5795058_91426095_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat.docx | AIML Profile | null | null | null | Raised over $10 million in initial funding; seeking additional funding at a valuation of approximately $500 million | Not publicly disclosed | Not applicable (private company) | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 |
Fireflies.ai is an AI/ML-driven productivity startup founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. The company focuses on building an AI assistant that helps teams record, transcribe, and analyze meetings seamlessly. Its core mission is to make work communication more searchable and actionable by automating note-taking and collaboration workflows. By leveraging state-of-the-art natural language processing (NLP) and voice recognition technologies, Fireflies.ai transforms how professionals manage meetings and follow-ups. | https://www.fireflies.ai | Private | "Never take meeting notes again" | San Francisco, CA, USA | 2016 | Canaan Partners, angel investors, YC (Y Combinator) alum | Growth Stage | Fireflies.ai offers an AI meeting assistant that automatically records, transcribes, summarizes, and analyzes voice conversations from meetings. It integrates with popular video conferencing platforms like Zoom, Google Meet, Microsoft Teams, and more. Features include action item detection, keyword tracking, speaker identification, and integrations with tools like Slack, Notion, and Salesforce. | Teams waste valuable time on manual note-taking, follow-ups, and trying to recall key meeting insights. This leads to information loss, miscommunication, and lower productivity. | Fireflies.ai automates the end-to-end meeting documentation process, from recording and transcribing to summarization and insight generation. | Boosting team productivity and collaboration by turning conversations into searchable, actionable knowledge — without the need for manual effort. | Fireflies.ai follows a freemium SaaS model with paid plans for premium features. Revenue comes from monthly and annual subscriptions offered to individuals, teams, and enterprises. Custom pricing available for large organizations. | Fireflies.ai utilizes proprietary speech-to-text engines, natural language processing (NLP), deep learning models, and voice AI. Its scalable infrastructure supports multi-language transcription, integrations with APIs, and end-to-end data encryption for privacy and security compliance. | Fireflies.ai is redefining how meetings are documented and utilized. By removing the burden of note-taking through AI, it empowers individuals and teams to focus on meaningful conversations while ensuring that key details are captured and made accessible. Its seamless integrations and intuitive UX make it a go-to productivity tool for both startups and enterprise teams.
With backing from Canaan Partners and Y Combinator, Fireflies.ai has grown its user base to over 10 million and continues to expand globally. As hybrid and remote work remain the norm, the company is well-positioned to capitalize on the demand for AI-driven productivity solutions. Its steady innovation and integrations with top workplace tools reflect a strong roadmap and user-first ethos.
Fireflies.ai combines AI, usability, and business acumen to deliver a product that not only saves time but also enhances collaboration, insight, and follow-through in the modern workplace. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/bhatiasuveer_5794124_91351694_Futurist Class AI Startup Company Profile Fireflies.docx | AIML Profile | null | N/A (Private company) | N/A | Estimated ~$19 million raised (Seed + Series A) | N/A | N/A | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Otter.ai is a California-based AI startup focused on transforming how individuals and organizations transcribe, summarize, and manage conversations. Founded in 2016 by Sam Liang, a former Google engineer, Otter.ai uses cutting-edge speech recognition and natural language processing to provide automated meeting notes and live transcriptions for professionals, educators, and business teams. Otter's mission is to make information from conversations instantly accessible and shareable, allowing users to focus on interactions without worrying about note-taking. The company has become a favorite among remote workers, educators, journalists, and executives, especially in the post-pandemic era of hybrid work. With integrations into Zoom, Google Meet, Microsoft Teams, and more, Otter has positioned itself as an essential productivity tool in the new digital workplace. | https://otter.ai | Private | Meetings work better with Otter | Mountain View, CA, USA | 2016 | Spectrum Equity, Fusion Fund | Growth | Otter.ai offers several core services, including live transcription, AI-generated summaries, keyword extraction, and collaborative note-taking tools. Users can record conversations via desktop or mobile apps, receive real-time transcriptions, and search and share highlights. Key features include Otter Assistant (auto-joins meetings to record and transcribe), speaker identification, and secure cloud storage. Otter integrates with major platforms like Zoom, Dropbox, Google Meet, and Microsoft Teams | Professionals struggle to capture and process information from meetings and interviews, resulting in inefficiencies and lost insights. | Otter uses AI to deliver automated, searchable transcriptions and summaries in real time, enhancing productivity and focus. | Otter saves users time and improves information retention by eliminating manual note-taking, offering seamless collaboration and recall of important content | Otter operates under a Freemium-to-Subscription model. Free users get limited minutes and features; premium users pay monthly or annually for full access. Pricing tiers include Pro, Business, and Enterprise, with metrics focusing on active users, minutes transcribed, and integrations used. | Otter leverages deep learning, speech-to-text models, and NLP algorithms for transcription, summarization, and keyword tagging. Its tech stack includes TensorFlow, AWS for cloud infrastructure, and React/Node.js for front-end and backend services. Otter continually trains its AI models using anonymized audio data to improve accuracy and speaker separation. | meeting summarization tools tailored for the Western market, particularly in English-speaking business and academic settings. Launched in 2016, the company has benefited from a sharp rise in remote and hybrid work environments, providing professionals with accurate, easy-to-use tools to streamline communication and collaboration. Compared to international competitors like China’s iFLYTEK, Otter.ai stands out for its tight integration with widely used Western platforms such as Zoom, Google Meet, and Microsoft Teams. While iFLYTEK dominates the Asian market with its broad multilingual support and hardware-based transcription tools, Otter’s advantage lies in its cloud-first, software-only model, user-centric design, and strong privacy positioning—important factors for Western enterprise customers. Otter.ai’s success is grounded in its timing, focus, and ability to simplify complex AI for everyday use. By prioritizing seamless workflow integration, live transcription accuracy, and accessible pricing models, Otter has become a trusted digital assistant for millions, proving its value in an increasingly voice-first, globalized workspace. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/caiyuxuan_5658052_91419437_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat_AI.docx | AIML Profile | ~$20–30 million | null | null | ~$50M | null | null | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Ataraxis AI is a company founded by researcher and medical doctor Jan Witowski and professor Krzyztof Geras of NYU school of medicine. The company utilizes AI methodologies to personalize and enhance effectiveness of cancer diagnostics and treatments. The mission of the company is to empower physicians with advanced tools, in this case AI, to enable better patient care and health outcomes. The company’s current focus is to address the challenge of cancer prognosis and treatment selection by integrating clinical, morphological, and molecular information of the patient with AI models. | ataraxis.ai/ | Private | Transforming Cancer Care with AI Precision Medicine | New York | Oct 2022 | AIX Ventures, Floating Point, Thiel Bio, Founders Fund, Bertelsmann Investments | Growth | The company offers AI powered tools for precision oncology. The main product is called Ataraxis Breast, which according to the company’s website, is: “the first clinically validated AI-native prognostic/predictive test for invasive breast cancer. Ataraxis Breast uses multi-modal patient data, including pathology slides from standard biopsy and surgery specimens, to predict patient outcomes and help personalize treatment decisions in all breast cancer subtypes”. | Inefficiencies within cancer care: treatment | Personalized treatment plan, improvement in accuracy, reducing the turnaround times | The application of artificial intelligence to revolutionize cancer care, from prognosis to treatments. | Advertising, Fixed Price, Subscription, VAD/VAR, Channel, Subscription. Include metrics. | The technology leveraged by the companies involves a multi-model, deep learning infrastructure that integrates pathology data from scans along with medical inputs. Furthermore, “all Ataraxis tests are based on AI foundation models, such as Kestrel, trained with hundreds-of-millions of pan-cancer pathology slide images, that extract novel information about tumor morphology which strongly correlate with patient outcomes and treatment response”. | A recurring problem in AI for early-stage cancer detection is the scarce of resources/data to access these pathological images. However, one major reason for this companies’ success is because its members are all professionals of the medical field, which means that they do have prompt access to resources such as these images necessary to train their model, especially early-stage cancer data which would factor into their accuracy for diagnostics. Furthermore, the timing very on par since a large current trend is the integration of AI with science. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/chenchuzida_LATE_5664963_91431520_AI or ML Business Profile.docx | AIML Profile | null | null | null | $20 M/Series A
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Stability AI is a generative AI company founded in 2019 by Emad Mostaque, best known for developing Stable Diffusion, a widely used text-to-image model launched in 2022. The company initially emphasized open-source development, partnering with research groups like CompVis at LMU Munich and Runway ML to advance diffusion-based image generation. While early models were freely available, newer releases like Stable Diffusion 3 have moved toward more restrictive licensing, reflecting a strategic shift. Designed to run on consumer-grade hardware, Stability AI’s tools offer accessible alternatives to cloud-based platforms, helping broaden adoption across users and industries.
Operating on a hybrid business model, Stability AI combines open-source tools with enterprise services, including custom model development, API access, and strategic partnerships with companies such as Amazon AWS and Arm. Its portfolio has expanded beyond images to include Stable LM for language generation, Stable Code for software development, and Stable Audio Open for music synthesis. Despite internal challenges—ranging from leadership changes to financial pressures—the company remains influential, with over 150 million downloads and an active developer community. While Stability AI promotes transparency and decentralization, questions remain around data sourcing and intellectual property rights. | https://stability.ai | Private | A model for generating professional-grade images | London, United Kingdom | 2019 | Greycroft, Coatue Management, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Sean Parker, Eric Schmidt, and Prem Akkaraju. | Growth | Stability AI is known for building open-source generative AI models and APIs across images, video, audio, and language. Its best-known product, Stable Diffusion, lets users turn simple text prompts into detailed, photorealistic images. The company has also expanded into other areas with tools like Stable Video Diffusion for generating video, Stable Audio for music and sound, and enterprise-grade APIs for scaling AI across larger platforms. Beyond its products, Stability AI actively supports a growing community of open-source projects and research collaborations. | High barriers to entry for high-performance generative AI tools. | Open-source, scalable AI models with accessible APIs and flexible licensing. | Empower creators and businesses with state-of-the-art generative AI technology, without the gatekeeping. | DreamStudio API : Monetization of Stable Diffusion via pay-per-use mode, targeting small developers and businesses. Drove revenue growth from $2.1M (2021) to $44.2M (2023).
Enterprise Services & Consulting: Custom AI deployments for large clients.
Subscription Memberships: Provide Freemium membership. $20 for Pro and custom pricing for enterprise.
Strategic Partnerships: Collaborations with AWS, Intel, and NVIDIA to help reduce infrastructure costs and improve scalability
• Revenue: $44.2M
• Valuation: ~$1B (post-$101M raise in 2022)
• Compute Costs: ~$99M annually
• Projected Loss: ~$153M
• Developers: 300K+
• Model Downloads: 150M+ | null | Stability AI’s rise can be attributed to its bold commitment to open-source innovation at a time when the AI industry is becoming increasingly proprietary. By releasing powerful, public-facing models like Stable Diffusion, it not only disrupted the generative AI landscape but also empowered a new generation of creators and developers globally.
While the company faces challenges in monetization and scaling compared to Big Tech players, its distinct positioning, vibrant community, and strong research pipeline continue to set it apart. Stability AI represents a compelling example of how mission-driven AI startups can compete at the frontier of innovation, with openness and accessibility at their core. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/choirene_LATE_5794794_91426451_Spring2025_BusinessProfile_AI_Yeeun Cho.docx | AIML Profile | $33.3M | N/A (Private) | null | $256M (Series C) | null | null | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 |
RunLLM is a cloud-native infrastructure platform designed to streamline the deployment, management, and scaling of open-source large language models (LLMs). The platform emphasizes easy orchestration of LLMs on modern hardware, allowing developers and enterprises to focus on delivering applications rather than managing complex machine learning infrastructure. | https://www.runllm.com | Private | “LLMs in production. Fast.” | San Francisco, CA | 2023 | Initialized Capital, Basis Set Ventures, etc. | Growth | RunLLM offers a platform that simplifies running open-source LLMs in production. It includes auto-scaling, GPU orchestration, inference APIs, and fine-tuning support for models such as LLaMA, Mistral, and Mixtral. The platform supports containerized workloads and integrates with Kubernetes, making it developer-friendly for scalable AI deployments. | Deploying open-source LLMs is complex and resource-intensive, often requiring deep expertise in infrastructure, DevOps, and model optimization. Startups and enterprises face friction when trying to scale or adapt LLMs for specific applications due to hardware limitations or lack of efficient orchestration tools | RunLLM provides a plug-and-play infrastructure solution for hosting and managing open-source LLMs. It abstracts away hardware management, offers performance-tuned runtimes, and includes a developer dashboard and APIs for inference, fine-tuning, and monitoring. | RunLLM allows teams to deploy production-grade LLMs in minutes, not weeks, while maintaining performance, reliability, and cost-efficiency. It bridges the gap between open-source flexibility and enterprise-grade infrastructure readiness. | RunLLM uses a usage-based pricing model tied to GPU hours and bandwidth. It offers tiered plans for startups and enterprises, along with dedicated infrastructure and support for high-throughput clients. Additional revenue comes from premium features like private model hosting, on-prem integration, and fine-tuning pipelines. | RunLLM leverages Kubernetes, Triton Inference Server, and custom runtimes for optimized LLM deployment. It supports NVIDIA A100/H100 instances, containerized workflows, and autoscaling with spot instance handling. It integrates with open-source models via Hugging Face and supports GGUF/ONNX formats for performance tuning. The platform includes observability tooling and can be deployed in VPCs for data-sensitive use cases. | RunLLM is an emerging leader in infrastructure for LLM-powered agents, offering a robust orchestration and observability layer that helps teams move from prototype to production seamlessly. Designed for AI engineers and platform teams, it simplifies routing, evaluation, and monitoring of LLM agents across both open-source and proprietary models. With built-in tools for versioning, analytics, and security, RunLLM enables enterprises to deploy intelligent agents at scale while maintaining control and visibility. Backed by Initialized Capital, Basis Set Ventures, and gaining traction across AI-native startups, RunLLM is positioning itself as the foundational layer for the next generation of agentic AI applications. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/colnaz_5662511_91422101_run_llm.docx | AIML Profile | Announced around $10M annually | Approximately $1B market capitalization for the AR token | null | No amounts disclosed – just 5 VC investments are announced publicly | Estimated at 15-25% based on industry averages for ML/LLM infrastructure | Not applicable as a private company | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | -1 | 3 | 4 | 4 | -1 | 5 | 5 | -1 |
You.com is an AI-powered search engine designed to make finding information online faster, easier, and more personal. Launched in 2020, You.com stands out by giving users more control over their search experience, allowing them to customize results and focus on what matters most. With built-in AI tools for everything from summarizing content to writing code or creating images, You.com is more than just a search engine—it’s a productivity platform built to help people get things done.You.com exists to help people take back control of their online experience. It’s built to cut through the noise of endless search results, deliver relevant information quickly, and do it all without compromising privacy. Unlike traditional search engines, You.com doesn’t track your every move or bombard you with ads, so you can feel confident your data is safe. You.com’s mission is to create a smarter, more personalized, and privacy-friendly way for people to search and work online. The platform focuses on giving users the tools they need to save time and be more productive, whether it’s by tailoring search results to their preferences or using AI to assist with creative and professional tasks. The goal is simple, make it easier for people to find answers, create content, and get work done—all in one place.With its fresh approach, You.com is perfect for anyone who’s tired of the “one-size-fits-all” search engines and wants something that works for them. It’s built for students, professionals, and creatives who value their time, privacy, and productivity. | https://you.com | Private | Slogan / Motto | Palo Alto | 2020 | Alumni Ventures, DuckDuckGo, Elevation Capital | Generating Avenue | You.com offers a range of AI-powered tools and services designed to enhance productivity and improve the search experience. Its core offering is a customizable search engine that allows users to personalize their search results and access trusted information quickly. Additionally, You.com features integrated AI tools such as YouWrite for generating written content, YouCode for coding assistance, and YouImagine for creating AI-generated images. The platform also includes summarization tools, research capabilities, and other productivity-enhancing features to help users work smarter. All of these tools are built with a focus on privacy, ensuring users can work and search without invasive tracking or ads. | Traditional search engines are overloaded with ads, irrelevant results, and invasive data tracking, making it harder for users to find what they need quickly and privately. | You.com solves this by offering a personalized, ad-free, and AI-powered search experience that prioritizes user control, productivity, and privacy. | You.com gives users a faster, more personalized, and privacy-focused way to search, while also offering powerful AI tools to boost productivity, like writing help, coding support, and creative content generation—all in one easy-to-use platform. | You.com's business model is primarily centered around offering premium AI-powered tools and services through a freemium model. While the platform provides a free, ad-free search experience and basic access to its AI tools, it also offers paid subscriptions for advanced features and enhanced capabilities in tools like YouWrite, YouCode, and YouImagine. By combining a focus on user privacy with premium services, You.com monetizes through subscriptions rather than relying on invasive ads or data tracking, ensuring a user-first approach to generating revenue. | You.com leverages cutting-edge AI and machine learning technologies to power its customizable search engine and productivity tools. At its core, it integrates advanced natural language processing (NLP) models, like those similar to OpenAI's GPT, to enable features such as AI writing, summarization, and code generation. The tech stack likely includes a combination of backend frameworks for scalability, cloud computing for fast data processing, and APIs to support seamless integration of its tools. Additionally, You.com uses secure data architecture to prioritize user privacy, ensuring that no personal data is tracked or stored. This combination of AI, privacy-first design, and scalable infrastructure allows You.com to provide a fast, efficient, and personalized user experience. | You.com became successful because it reimagined the search engine experience by focusing on user customization, privacy, and AI integration. Unlike traditional search engines, You.com gave users the ability to personalize their search results by selecting preferred sources and apps, which provided them with more control over the information they received. This innovative approach catered to users who wanted a more tailored and productive online experience, setting You.com apart from larger, more rigid competitors like Google. Another key factor in You.com's success was its emphasis on privacy and ad-free searches. At a time when concerns about data privacy and invasive advertising were growing, You.com positioned itself as a privacy-conscious alternative, earning the trust of users who were tired of being tracked online. Additionally, the platform’s integration of AI-powered tools and apps allowed users to perform tasks like summarizing documents, coding, or even generating creative content directly within the search engine, making it not just a search tool but a productivity hub. By addressing modern user demands—customization, privacy, and productivity—You.com carved out a unique space in the search engine market. Its ability to adapt and innovate with AI-driven features while respecting user preferences and data privacy made it a standout success in the crowded tech landscape. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/corrylarissa_5614369_91422999_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat_AI.docx | AIML Profile | null | null | null | $99.09M
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Verily Life Sciences, commonly known as Verily, is a subsidiary of Alphabet Inc. focused on life sciences and healthcare. Verily's mission is to make the world's health data useful so that people enjoy healthier lives. The company develops tools and devices to collect, organize, and activate health data, creating interventions to prevent and manage diseases. By combining expertise in data organization, analytics, and scientific research, Verily aims to improve healthcare outcomes through precision health solutions. | https://verily.com/ | Private | Get your healthcare data AI-ready | South San Francisco, California, United States | 2015 | Alphabet Inc., Silver Lake, Temasek, Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan | Hypergrowth | Verily offers a suite of comprehensive tech-driven tools to improve healthcare, leveraging AI at the core of their products. These include Baseline for clinical research, Lightpath for chronic care, Sightline for outbreak tracking, Onduo for virtual care, and Healthy at Work for employee safety. Together, these AI-powered solutions make healthcare more efficient, personalized, and data-driven. | Healthcare information is often very unstructured and inefficient. 72% of hospitals struggle with patient data gaps and 26.9% of healthcare data inaccuracies costing millions and threatening care quality. | Verily develops suite of tools and platforms, with AI at it’s core product offering that automate the healthcare data collection process – reducing errors, and increasing operational efficiency. | Verily aims to leverage AI with the inefficiencies of the healthcare data collection system to improve operational efficiency and reduce inaccuracies in data collection. | B2B partnerships based model | Verily uses AI machine learning as their core product offerings to power a range of healthcare tools that organize and analyze clinical, behavioral, and biological data. Their main products include Baseline for clinical trials, Lightpath for chronic care, Sightline for outbreak tracking, Onduo for virtual care, and Healthy at Work for employee safety. They also support precision health and life sciences research. | Verily’s success is largely due to its strategic use of AI and data science to enhance healthcare, positioning it as a leader in digital health. Through innovative products like Baseline, Lightpath, Onduo, and Sightline, Verily addresses critical healthcare challenges such as clinical trials, chronic disease management, outbreak detection, and virtual health. These solutions streamline healthcare processes, making care more efficient, accurate, and personalized for patients, providers, and researchers.
A key factor in Verily's success is its strong partnership with Alphabet, which provides the company with advanced technology and resources that fuel its innovation. Additionally, Verily adheres to industry standards like FHIR and OMOP, ensuring its products are secure, scalable, and compatible with existing healthcare systems. This commitment to transforming healthcare into a more efficient and proactive system resonates with both healthcare professionals and consumers.
Verily’s ability to form strategic partnerships with life sciences organizations has further expanded its influence in the healthcare industry. By solving real-world healthcare challenges while prioritizing data security, Verily has established itself as a leading force in the digital health and AI sectors. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/cortinadanica_5659051_91421712_Verily Ai.docx | AIML Profile | $748.2 million | null | N/A Verily is privately held | Total funding of approximately $2.5 billion, including a $1 billion investment round led by Silver Lake in 2019 | null | null | 4 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 |
Scale AI is a late stage startup building data-centric platforms for other companies to train AI models. It is founded by Alexandr Wang and Lucy Gao in 2016. They believe that by providing better data can essentially lead to the faster development of better AI models across different industries from robotics and autonomous vehicle to e-commerce and defense. Their core technology centers around data sourcing and data-labeling, helping organizations of all sizes to develop better AI. | https://scale.com/ | Series F | Power AI With Your Data | San Francisco, CA | 2016 | Founders Fund, Accel, Index, Coatue, Thrive, Spark, NVidia, Y Combinator | Hypergrowth | Scale AI’s products and services revolve around data, providing end to end data labeling and management service as well as high quality data for AI training purposes. They also provide the testbed for deploying and testing AI during development phase to accelerate the process. | Data is everywhere but they are messy and unorganized to be used efficiently. | Scale Data Engine collect, curate, and annotate data, converting raw data to high quality training data. | Scale AI handles the messy data and converts them to high quality training data for customer’s AI models. | B2B business model by working with client on specific project-based contracts and enterprise subscription to data labeling and software platform services. | Scale AI’s technology stacks combines automation software and human expertise to handle data at large scale. Its core technology includes its own machine learning models for data processing and labeling, as well as professional human labelers for verifying and correcting the results. It also has many proprietary dataset that business can subscribe to for training their AI models. | Scale AI is undeniably a unicorn in the AI field. It has strong financial supports receiving investments from both top VC firms as well as tech giants. It also has landed many key partnerships and customers across industries from enterprise to government. These customers and partnership adds to Scale AI’s tech stack by providing them with more datasets as well as experience handling these massive dataset, ultimately giving Scale AI an unbreakable mote around its core business. Scale AI also has a strong leadership team with Alexandr Wang, who is a MIT dropout and a math genius, leading the company.
Regardless the success of individuals, all AI companies need high quality data for the development of their models. Therefore, Scale AI’s value proposition is like selling the picks-and-shovels during the Gold Rush age. In conclusion, Scale AI has all factors of success: the right team, the right idea, and the right time. Going forward, it has a strong potential to IPO in the near future, acting as a cornerstone for the new AI economy. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/daichen_5570840_91423316_AI_BusinessProfileFormat.docx | AIML Profile | 1.4 Billion in 2024 | 14 Billion post-money | null | null | null | null | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Windsurf, formerly Codeium, is a developer of a deep learning acceleration platform that is designed to help accelerate and simplify the use of complex AI workloads for their customers. The platform is able to support many different models on a multitude of frameworks, and supports computations such as video decoding and image processing remotely. | www.windsurf.com | Private | Built to keep you in flow state | Mountain View, CA | 2021 | Comcast NBCUniversal LIFT Labs, AIX Ventures, Base Case Capital, Founders Fund, etc. | Pivot | Windsurf offers a collection of AI powered IDEs, integrated development environments, that enhance developer productivity by providing real-time code assistance, error detection, and debugging tools. The platforms are meant to seamlessly integrate with various development workflows so as to allow developers to maintain focus and peak efficiency. | Developers face challenges in managing complex codebases, reducing their productivity as they deal with complex software. | AI powered IDEs that analyze code in real-time, allowing for error correction and suggestions. | Windsurf’s value proposition is that it serves as a real-time coding assistant that helps deal with the tedious parts of coding, allowing developers to focus on the bigger picture. | Subscription model | Windsurf leverages deep learning models and AI agents, such as Claude, in order to provide its real-time code assistance. Its technology stack includes support for multiple programming languages and integrates with existing development workflows. | Windsurf, was first founded as Exafunction in 2021 by co-founders Varun Mohan and Douglas Chen. The company was originally meant to be a GPU optimization company to be able to optimize deep learning workloads. In 2022, the pair recognized the rise of Transformer architectures and used their infrastructure expertise to pivot the company into AI-powered developer tools. With this pivot, the company was rebranded into Codeium before being renamed recently to Windsurf in order to share the namesake of their main product, the Windsurf editor.
The company’s growth trajectory has been remarkable as they have seen their valuation skyrocket to a potential $3 billion value as of February 2025, and still plenty of room to grow. Windsurf’s innovative products hold the keys to allow all developers in general to massively increase their coding output, allowing efficiency throughout the world to rise. Windsurf’s ability to pivot, creating a strong product, inspire investor confidence, and grow has made its success almost guaranteed, and makes it a company to keep an eye out for future impact in the tech space. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/diazgilberto_5577542_91424390_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat_Codeium.docx | AIML Profile | 2023 - $1 Million
2024 - $12 Million | Valuation - $1.25 Billion | null | 2 Rounds - $243 Million Raised | null | null | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Pinecone is the leading vector database for building accurate and performant AI applications at scale in production. Founded in 2019 by Edo Liberty, the company focuses on enabling developers to build scalable, high-performance AI applications by offering a fully managed, cloud-native vector database. Pinecone was created to provide the critical storage and retrieval infrastructure needed for building and running state-of-the-art AI applications. The founding principle was to make the solution accessible to engineering teams of all sizes and levels of AI expertise, which led to the fully managed service and ease of use that Pinecone is known for today. | https://www.pinecone.io | Private | Make AI Knowledgeable | New York City, NY, USA | 2019 | Andreessen Horowitz, ICONIQ Growth, Menlo Ventures, Wing Venture Capital | Hypergrowth | Pinecone offers a fully managed vector database platform that simplifies the development of AI applications. Its key offerings include :
Vector Database: Enables fast and accurate similarity searches across high-dimensional vector data.
Semantic Search: Powers advanced search capabilities for text, images, and other data types.
Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG): Supports generative AI by providing relevant context to large language models (LLMs). | Traditional databases struggle with managing high-dimensional vector data critical for modern AI applications. | Pinecone provides a scalable, low-latency vector database designed specifically for storing and querying vector embeddings used in AI models. | By offering a fully managed service with intuitive APIs, Pinecone empowers developers to build cutting-edge AI solutions without worrying about infrastructure complexities | subscription-based model with tiered pricing plans. Pinecone achieved $26.6M in revenue in 2024 with over 4,000 paying customers. | Pinecone leverages advanced indexing algorithms and cloud-native architecture to deliver high-speed similarity searches across billions of vectors. Its tech stack includes Python, Kubernetes, gRPC, and integration capabilities with ML frameworks like Hugging Face and OpenAI. The platform also supports hybrid search combining semantic and keyword-based queries. | Pinecone’s success lies in its ability to address a critical gap in AI infrastructure by offering an easy-to-use yet powerful vector database solution. Its focus on scalability, developer experience, and integration with modern ML workflows has positioned it as a leader in the emerging vector database market. Backed by strong leadership and significant venture capital funding, Pinecone is well-poised to drive innovation in AI-powered applications globally. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/dingclaire_5613344_91423977_Pinecone profile.docx | AIML Profile | $26.6M | Valuation of $750M | null | $138M total funding; latest Series B ($100M) in 2023 | null | null | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Cursor AI is a tech startup founded in 2021 that AI to transform software development processes. Based in San Francisco, California, Cursor AI specializes in creating powerful AI-driven coding assistants designed to increase developer productivity, minimize coding errors, and streamline software creation. Its primary mission is to enhance developers' capabilities and speed up development timelines by seamlessly integrating intelligent code generation and editing into existing workflows. | https://cursor.sh | Private | “Your AI pair programmer” | San Francisco, California, USA | 2021 | Sequoia Capital, Andreessen Horowitz | Hypergrowth | Cursor AI offers an advanced AI-powered pair programming tool that integrates directly into popular coding environments. Its platform suggests code snippets, completes functions, identifies bugs, and provides many intelligent recommendations to improve overall coding efficiency and accuracy. | Developers frequently encounter repetitive tasks, productivity bottlenecks, and human error in coding. | An AI-based pair programming assistant that automates coding tasks, reduces errors, and accelerates software development. | Cursor AI basically boosts productivity, reduces development time, and enhances coding accuracy through automated systems. | Cursor has a Subscription based model, offering tiered monthly or annual plans based on user and enterprise needs. | Cursor AI uses sophisticated machine learning models, specifically Large Language Models (LLMs), and deep learning algorithms, seamlessly integrating with IDEs and developer tools like VS Code, GitHub, and others. | Cursor AI solves a very critical need in software development by automating tedious coding tasks and significantly improving developer productivity through intelligent AI solutions. With a focused approach to AI-driven pair programming, strategic funding, and robust integration capabilities, Cursor AI puts itself as an essential tool in modern development workflows. Its precise timing, clear value proposition, and strong leadership make Cursor AI uniquely placed for sustained growth and industry impact in the AI and software development fields. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/ganesharvind_5717886_91425670_AG_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat_CursorAI3.docx | AIML Profile | null | null | null | Approx. $10 million, Seed funding | null | null | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 |
Databricks, founded in 2013, is a data and AI company that provides a cloud-based Data Intelligence Platform that unifies data engineering, data science, and machine learning. The platform’s underlying architecture is based on a Lakehouse architecture that combines data warehouses’ reliability and performance with the scalability and flexibility of data lakes. The company aims to simplify the process of building, deploying, and managing data and AI. Its mission is to “simplify and democratize data and AI, helping data and AI teams solve the world’s toughest problems.” | https://www.databricks.com/ | Private | “Your data. Your AI. Your future.” | San Francisco, California | 2013 | Primary Investors: Andreessen Horowitz, Thrive Capital, DST Global, T. Rowe Price, Capital One, NVIDIA | Hypergrowth | Databricks provides a cloud-based platform that helps companies work with large amounts of data and build AI tools. Its main product is the Data Intelligence Platform which brings together tools for data processing, analysis, and machine learning into one single platform. Its key features include tools to clean and organize data, and shared notebooks to write and run code together. Databricks also offers Delta Lake which helps keep data organized and reliable, and MLflow which helps teams track and manage their machine learning projects. | Companies struggle with scattered data systems that make it hard to manage, analyze, and use data effectively for AI and decision-making. | Provides companies with a way to manage and analyze all their data in one place to build better AI and make smarter decisions. | Unified platform for data, analytics, and AI. | Subscription model that charges customers based on usage per hour measured in DBU (Databricks Unit). Prices start at $0.15/DBU for Data Engineering, $0.22/DBU for Data Warehousing, $0.40/DBU for Interactive Workloads, and $0.07/DBU for Generative AI. | Cloud-native tech stack centered around its Lakehouse architecture. The platform is built on Apache Spark which enables fast distributed data processing, and incorporates Delta Lake for reliable (Atomicity, Consistency, Isolation, Durability) ACID-compliant data management. For machine learning and AI, it uses MLflow for model tracking and lifecycle management and Mosaic AI for generative AI development and deployment. | Databricks is a success. It made working with data much easier for companies at a time when data was becoming more important than ever. Before Databricks, businesses had to use many separate tools for storing, processing, analyzing, and using their data for machine learning. This was slow, expensive and complicated. Databricks solved this problem by creating a platform where teams could do all of this in one place. Furthermore, the company was able to raise billions in funding, hire experienced leadership, and consistently improve its product to meet real customer needs. Its timing was also key: it grew just as businesses began investing heavily in AI and big data. By focusing on accessibility, Databricks was able to build a thriving product. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/gutierrezeduardo_5613693_91337164_Business Profile_ AI.docx | AIML Profile | $3 billion (2025) | null | null | $62 billion | null | null | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Founded in 2015 by Guillermo Rauch, Vercel is a platform providing front-end developers with cloud infrastructure and technical tools to build personalized websites. These websites can be developed on local computers and later deployed for global use. The company is known for creating Next.js, a popular React framework used in web development, and their primary mission is to ensure developers and organizations can create user-friendly web applications efficiently. This is accomplished through a collaborative and easy-to-use environment that focuses on user experience by simplifying the deployment process. Users can begin developing applications with pre-built templates without the need for configurations, easing the process for those without strong technical backgrounds. Vercel is also easily integrated with common frameworks, can deploy automatically from git, and provides an automatic HTTPS for all domains, making it a popular and efficient choice for developers to deploy applications within seconds. | https://vercel.com/home | Private | Your complete platform for the web. | Covina, CA | 2015 | Salesforce Ventures, Angels of Many, Base Case Capital, etc. | Generating Revenue | Vercel primarily offers coding and deployment tools for developers and individuals to efficiently launch personalized web applications in a timely manner. The platform is easy to use and does not require previous technical experience and allows for collaboration features. Users can easily code their applications using the site’s frameworks or from git repositories. The company offers 3 tiered plans that come with various features ranging from web application firewalls, WAF protection, and guest/team controls. On different plans, users also have the options of previewing their sites and analytical insights. | The efficient development of personalized web applications without a complicated and deeply technical deployment process. | A platform with cloud infrastructure, technical tools, Next.js framework, and pre-built templates for users to instantly deploy web applications. | Vercel is an accessible platform for both technical and non-technical people to easily launch web applications for personal or business use. | Vercel runs on freemium subscriptions where users can choose from three different plans. The first is the Hobby plan which is free, allowing users to begin deploying projects. The second play is the Pro, which for $20 a month includes the services of the Hobby plan and more infrastructure use and observability tools. The third is the Enterprise model which provides guest and team access controls along with advanced support. | Vercel supports 25 different frameworks for developers to use when coding their web applications. Deployments can be done through Vercel’s Command Line Interface (CLI) or directly from a user’s Git repository, and when deployment is requested, the API request “POST,” is used to upload project file to a global data storage device. Vercel leverages technology like serverless functions, powered by AWS to handle API routes, edge functions for middleware and runtime, and features like image optimization and static output. | Vercel has been successful in the web development space for numerous factors, one of which is their lack of competitors. Currently, there is no other platform providing the same tools and solutions at an efficient rate as Vercel. Vercel is the first company of its kind to provide users with an easy-to-use interface for web development and deployment. Additionally, Vercel’s team is extremely strong with many leaders having attended top universities and pursued higher education such as MBAs. A lot of leaders also have experience working for F500 companies, holding c-suite roles, or have startup experience. Vercel’s freemium business model is also very strong, allowing for user adoption and overall growth. Their free Hobby plan allows users to freely develop and deploy web applications without a lot of restriction, while their paid plans appeal to those looking for more advanced features like team analytics. Within each tier plan integration with existing frameworks is extremely accessible, whether it is working with the Next.js platform or Git. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/hassanyara_5727837_91422467_AI_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat.docx | AIML Profile | $172M | N/A | N/A | $250M Series E | null | null | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Metaphysic.ai is a generative AI company specializing in hyperreal synthetic media. Their mission is to build ethical and empowering tools that give individuals control over their digital identity in an age of AI-generated content. Metaphysic develops advanced AI models to create lifelike avatars, voice clones, and deepfake video with applications in film, entertainment, and personal digital presence. With a strong focus on ethics, their purpose is to revolutionize how people interact with and represent themselves online, while maintaining transparency, consent and safety. Metaphysic is shaping the future of synthetic media with their focus on creative innovation. | https://metaphysic.ai/ | Private | Create impossible | London, UK | 2021 | Logan Paul, Ryan Faber, 8VC, David Carrrico, S32 | Growth | Metaphysic offers advanced generative AI tools that enable the creation of hyperreal synthetic media, including photorealistic avatars, AI-generated faces and voice synthesis. Their core product, Metaphysic Pro, is a subscription-based platform that allows creators, studios and brands to generate and manage deepfake-quality content with ethical oversight. Metaphysic also provides enterprise solutions for film and entertainment companies, offering real-time AI face-swapping and performance enhancement tools used in blockbuster productions. Their services focus on enabling high-quality digital likeness replication while prioritizing user consent, identity protection and creative control. | Creating realistic synthetic media has traditionally been complex, expensive, and ethically questionable, with limited tools for creator control and consent. | Metaphysic provides accessible, high-quality generative AI tools that allow users to create photorealistic content while embedding ethical safeguards like identity consent. | Metaphysic empowers creators and studios with tools to produce hyperreal synthetic media safely, ethically, and efficiently - redefining digital storytelling. | Metaphysic operates on a B2B and B2C model, offering its generative AI tools through licensing, custom solutions and partnerships with major film studios and content creators. While exact pricing is not public, their revenue is primarily generated via enterprise deals and white-labeled services for production companies. They also monetize their AI platform through scalable deployment of custom synthetic media tools. | Metaphysic uses advanced generative AI techniques like deep learning, GANs (Generative Adversarial Networks), and neural rendering to create hyperrealistic digital avatars and video content. Their tech stack combines proprietary machine learning models with cloud-based infrastructure for scalable performance. Tools are trained on ethically sourced data, and the system integrates real-time face mapping and voice synthesis, supporting secure and customizable content production. | Metaphysic.ai has quickly become a leader in the world of synthetic media by leveraging advanced AI to produce hyperreal digital content. Its success lies in the ability to combine innovative technology with a clear ethical stance on deepfakes and digital identity. With high-profile partnerships in entertainment and a growing demand for virtual avatars and digital twins, the company positioned itself at the forefront of a rapidly evolving market. The acquisition by Brahma for $1.4 billion further reflects strong investor confidence in Metaphysic's potential to lead the next wave of generative media, where realism, trust and creativity intersect. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/hatakkajulie_5794665_91424518_H10 - Metaphysic.docx | AIML Profile | Estimated revenues: $17.5 M | N/A, acquired by Brahma for $1.4B | null | $25.4 M | null | null | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Innodata is a global data engineering company founded in 1988 and has evolved into a leading provider of AI data solutions, specializing in training data preparation, model development, and generative AI strategy. Innodata serves enterprises, technology firms, and governments by transforming unstructured data into structured, AI ready formats. The company’s mission is to make AI work for the real world by delivering high quality training data, advanced AI tools, and strategic guidance for generative AI adoption. With a focus on innovation and ethical AI, Innodata stands at the intersection of data science, content engineering, and machine learning. | https://innodata.com/ | Public company | Making AI Work | Hackensack, NJ | 1988 | Blackrock, The Vanguard Group, Luzich Partners | Growth | Innodata offers AI driven products and services that support enterprises in developing, deploying, and managing both traditional and generative AI models. Their offerings include high quality data annotation across text, image, audio, and video formats, a generative AI test and evaluation platform to ensure model safety and reliability, and services for fine tuning large language models with domain specific expertise. Innodata also provides AI consulting, managed services for workflow automation, and industry specific platforms like Agility PR Solutions for media monitoring and Synodex for healthcare data processing. These solutions help clients accelerate their AI adoption and improve operational efficiency across sectors. | Most enterprises struggle to implement AI due to lack of high quality training data, domain expertise, and scalable infrastructure. | Innodata delivers structured, annotated, and contextually rich data to power AI models at scale, while offering consulting and technical services to support successful AI adoption. | Innodata helps organizations deploy trustworthy and high-performing AI solutions by providing top-tier data infrastructure and generative AI expertise. | Innodata operates on a B2B service-based and subscription model. Clients pay for data as a service, platform licenses, and consulting services. Their key sectors include finance, insurance, publishing, and tech. | Innodata leverages proprietary AI tools, including its “Agility” platform for managing large scale data workflows. It utilizes natural language processing, computer vision, and generative AI models. | Innodata is a fast growing AI and data engineering company that has successfully evolved from its roots in content transformation to become a strategic partner for enterprises adopting artificial intelligence. The company provides end to end AI solutions, including high quality data annotation, generative AI fine tuning, and model evaluation through its proprietary Agility platform. By solving the critical challenge of sourcing and preparing domain specific training data, Innodata allow businesses across finance, healthcare, media, and technology to deploy accurate and scalable AI systems. With revenue nearly doubling in 2024 and its workforce expanding to over 5,000 employees, Innodata is well positioned as the AI ecosystem continues to grow. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/jiangkevin_5665005_91409806_Spring 2025 Business Profile AI.docx | AIML Profile | 2024 - $170.5 million | $ 938.05 million | NASDAQ: INOD $29.97 | null | 10.95% | P/E ratio is 39.32 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 |
Braintrust serves as a complete platform which simplifies the creation of strong AI applications particularly those built with LLMs. Braintrust launched its operations in 2023 from its San Francisco California base to enable teams to create LLM-enabled applications with confidence through solutions for non-deterministic models and unpredictable natural language inputs. Through its platform Braintrust enables product engineers to work with designers and product managers in continuous experimentation which helps them refine their AI implementations effectively. | https://www.braintrust.dev/ | Private | N/A | San Francisco, California, USA | 2023 | Andreessen Horowitz, Greylock, Elad Gil, Basecase Capital, SV Angel, etc | Growth | Braintrust delivers a complete platform which supports AI application development. The platform offers four main features which enable prompt and model evaluation alongside execution trace visualization and AI interaction monitoring and online assessment capabilities. Users can develop custom scorers and callable tools through the supported function types of TypeScript and Python. Braintrust enables organizations to choose self-hosting which gives them total control over their data and compliance needs. | Developing reliable LLM applications is challenging due to the non-deterministic nature of models and the unpredictability of natural language inputs. | Braintrust delivers an iterative workflow system which helps teams improve prompts and models through evaluation to build strong AI applications. | The integration of Braintrust into development life cycles allows organizations to improve AI product reliability and performance which results in more dependable AI-driven solutions. | Braintrust provides subscription-based pricing with different plans that match the requirements of all types of organizations. Under the "Free" plan users receive 1 GB of processed data with 10,000 scores while data retention spans 14 days and the service supports up to 5 users. The "Pro" subscription plan costs $249 monthly and provides users with 5 GB of processed data and 50,000 scores together with one month of data retention and support for 5 users along with additional usage costed separately. The "Enterprise" plan serves organizations that need premium assistance while allowing customization of their deployment. | The machine learning capabilities of Braintrust enable AI application development through its advanced techniques. Braintrust enables development using TypeScript and Python functions which let users build their own scorers and tools. Braintrust provides users access to real-time execution trace visualization and AI interaction monitoring and online evaluation features. Users can deploy Braintrust either locally or through hosting services to fulfill different data control and compliance needs. | The AI software engineering field has quickly recognized Braintrust as its essential player through its solutions for developing applications which use LLMs. Through its platform Braintrust enables multiple teams to work together continuously while experimenting which results in creating durable AI applications. Braintrust has earned the confidence of three major clients through its approach which includes Notion, Stripe and Zapier. Braintrust secured $36 million through a Series A funding round backed by Andreessen Horowitz which elevated its total funding to $45 million. The financial support enables the company to advance its mission which centers on helping teams construct LLM-enabled applications confidently. Braintrust demonstrates its dedication to data security and compliance standards through SOC 2 Type II compliance which makes the platform more attractive to enterprise clients that need robust security measures. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/jicharliechengjie_LATE_5612424_91442635_AIML company profile - Braintrust.docx | AIML Profile | null | null | null | Series A (36M) | null | null | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 |
Shield AI is a company that is focused on defense technology. It is focused on developing AI pilots and autonomous aircrafts to aid the military. It was co-founded by former a Navy SEAL Brandon Tseng, along with Ryan Tseng and Andrew Reiter. Their main product is software called Hivemind, and it is focused on operating and helping to make decisions without the need for GPS or humans. In addition to developing AI pilots, Shield also sells Hivemind to other aircraft manufacturers. Their main goal is to transform the military space. | www.shield.ai | Private | Protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems | San Diego, California, USA | 2015 | Andreessen Horowitz, U.S. Innovative Technology Fund, Riot Ventures, L3Harris, Hanwha Asset Management and more | Growth | Shield AI's main product is the Hivemind platform, which lets aircraft operate without needing GPS or communication signals. They also offer the V-BAT, a drone that can take off and land vertically and is used for intelligence and surveillance missions. Another product, Hivemind Enterprise, is a platform that helps companies and manufacturers build their own autonomous systems using AI. | Traditional military requires GPS which can be jammed and compromise mission safety. | Shield AI's Hivemind enables autonomous operation of military assets without dependence on GPS or human communication. | By using AI pilots, Shield AI reduces need for GPS and communications and increases mission success rates. | Shield AI operates on a B2G (business-to-government) model, providing AI-powered autonomous systems and software to defense departments and governments. Revenue is made from product sales, software licensing, and ongoing support services. | Shield AI's core technology is Hivemind, an AI pilot that enables aircraft to operate autonomously without GPS or communications. Hivemind allows integration across various platforms, from drones like the V-BAT to modified fighter jets such as the F-16. The technology stack uses advanced machine learning algorithms, real-time data processing to allow for success in all environments. | Shield AI’s success comes from its focus on developing autonomous systems for defense, particularly in aircrafts that operate without GPS or communication. Products like the Hivemind platform and V-BAT drone have made it a trusted partner for defense agencies. The company’s innovation, strong leadership, and strategic partnerships have helped it grow and stay competitive. By solving complex problems with real-world applications, Shield AI is a leader in autonomous defense technology. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/karivedasrihitha_5616975_91412486_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat (2).docx | AIML Profile | Shield AI's revenue in 2024 was estimated at $267 million. | null | null | $240 million in Series F-1 funding as of March 2025, valuing the company at $5.3 billion. | Shield AI's margin profile typically ranges between 40-50%. | null | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
KoBold Metals is a pioneering company in the mining industry, leveraging artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science to accelerate mineral exploration, particularly for critical metals like cobalt, nickel, lithium, and copper. The company aims to revolutionize the mining sector through innovative technologies and sustainable practices. | https://www.koboldmetals.com/ | Private | Finding the materials of the future with AI and HI. | Berkeley, California, USA | 2018 | Bill Gates, Jeff Bezos, Durable Capital Partners, T. Rowe Price, Andreessen Horowitz, Breakthrough Energy Ventures, and others. | Growth | KoBold Metals offers advanced mineral exploration services using AI-driven technologies. The company's primary focus is on discovering and developing deposits of critical minerals such as cobalt, nickel, lithium, and copper, which are essential for clean energy technologies like electric vehicle batteries and renewable energy systems. Key services include AI-driven exploration, data aggregation and analysis, and sustainable mining practices. By leveraging these technologies, KoBold Metals provides valuable insights and discoveries to companies in the clean energy sector. | Addresses the inefficiencies and environmental challenges in traditional mineral exploration by leveraging AI and machine learning to identify critical mineral deposits more accurately and sustainably. | AI-driven exploration services that enhance the efficiency and sustainability of mineral discovery, providing valuable insights and discoveries to companies in the clean energy sector. | Ability to accelerate the discovery of critical minerals essential for clean energy technologies, while reducing environmental impact and improving exploration efficiency through innovative technologies. | Revenue channels:
Equity-Based Collaborations: Ownership stakes in mineral resources discovered through its AI-driven exploration services. It partners with large mining companies to explore and develop these resources, sharing in the revenue generated from successful mining operations.
Technology Licensing: The company licenses its proprietary platforms, such as TerraShed and Machine Prospector, to mining companies.
Consulting Services: KoBold offers consulting services to assist mining companies in optimizing their exploration strategies and managing projects more effectively.
Data Analysis Services: The company provides data analysis services, offering valuable insights to help mining companies make informed decisions about their operations.
Metrics:
Estimated Annual Revenue: $31.5 million.
Valuation: Approximately $2.96 billion | KoBold Metals’ tech stack includes proprietary AI and machine learning platforms such as TerraShed and Machine Prospector. These tools analyze vast geological datasets to identify potential mineral deposits more efficiently and accurately than traditional methods. By integrating AI-driven insights with advanced sensing technologies, KoBold Metals enhances the speed and sustainability of mineral exploration, enabling it to discover critical minerals like cobalt, nickel, and lithium essential for clean energy technologies. This innovative approach allows the company to reduce environmental impact while improving exploration efficiency. | KoBold Metals has achieved success primarily due to its innovative approach to mineral exploration, leveraging AI and machine learning to enhance efficiency and sustainability. The company's strong leadership, comprised of experienced founders, has been instrumental in driving strategic partnerships and securing significant funding from prominent investors. KoBold Metals' unique value proposition, which focuses on providing valuable insights for mineral exploration, aligns well with the growing demand for critical minerals and sustainable mining practices. By entering the market at a time when these trends were gaining momentum, KoBold Metals capitalized on favorable economic and regulatory conditions. Additionally, its effective business model, which combines cutting-edge technology with collaborative partnerships, has positioned the company as a leader in the mining industry. Overall, KoBold Metals' success stems from its ability to innovate, adapt, and meet the evolving needs of the mining sector while maintaining a strong focus on sustainability. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/kimgeoffrey_5627721_91415542_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat (KoBold Metals).docx | AIML Profile | $31.5 million | $3 billion | null | Over $1 billion, with a recent Series C funding round of $537 million. | null | null | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Luma AI is an innovative company specializing in artificial intelligence solutions for 3D creation. Its core offerings, like the Luma app and Genie model, leverage generative AI to redefine how 3D content is produced and experienced. The app enables realistic 3D captures using smartphones, while Genie generates interactive 3D models from simple text prompts. Luma AI has raised significant funding, notably $43 million in a Series B funding round, to accelerate its technology development and broaden its accessibility. The company is experiencing rapid adoption, democratizing 3D creation for creators, developers, and enthusiasts worldwide. | www.lumalabs.ai | Private | Lifelike 3D capture and creation for everyone | Palo Alto, CA, USA | 2021 | Venture Capital-Backed | Generating Revenue | Luma AI provides pioneering AI-powered services centered on 3D content creation and capture. Key products feature the Luma App, enabling the effortless creation of photorealistic 3D scans from reality using just a smartphone, and Genie, a generative model that materializes interactive 3D assets from textual descriptions. The Luma App transforms real-world objects and environments into high-fidelity digital models, making complex scanning simple. Genie, conversely, empowers users to visualize and generate 3D concepts merely by describing them. These tools drastically simplify access to high-fidelity 3D production for a broad audience. Additionally, Luma offers an API, allowing developers to integrate its advanced 3D generation and capture technologies into their own platforms and workflows. The company's services are designed to democratize sophisticated 3D creation, empowering users across creative, technical, and entertainment fields. | Creating high-quality 3D assets and realistic digital twins is often complex, time-consuming, and requires specialized equipment and expertise. | Luma AI offers a platform and tools leveraging advanced AI to easily capture real-world objects and scenes with just a phone, transforming them into photorealistic 3D models and immersive experiences. | Luma AI democratizes the creation of stunning 3D content, making it faster, more accessible, and cost-effective for creators, businesses, and individuals. It empowers users to generate high-fidelity digital assets without the need for complex setups or extensive technical skills. | Subscription-based model with tiered plans based on usage volume, features (e.g., number of captures, processing speed, access to advanced editing tools), and potential for enterprise-level agreements. There could also be per-use pricing for specific high-demand features or API access for integrations. | The tech stack likely includes advanced computer vision algorithms and machine learning models for 3D reconstruction and photogrammetry, potentially leveraging proprietary AI models. This is integrated with a scalable cloud infrastructure for processing large datasets and delivering 3D assets. The platform emphasizes user-friendly interfaces built with modern web and mobile development frameworks, allowing for easy capture and access on standard devices. Focus is placed on data security and privacy for user-generated content. | Luma AI has emerged as a pioneer in the creative technology sector with its groundbreaking AI for 3D capture and generation, designed to revolutionize the way creators and businesses produce and experience digital content. By harnessing the power of advanced artificial intelligence, particularly Neural Radiance Fields (NeRFs), Luma AI offers a seamless solution for capturing and generating photorealistic 3D scenes and objects from images and videos. This technology significantly reduces the time and effort traditionally spent on complex 3D modeling and creation.
The company's innovative approach addresses a critical need in the content creation industry, where creators and businesses often face limitations in producing high-quality 3D assets efficiently. Luma AI's technology not only streamlines workflows but also enables the creation of incredibly realistic and immersive 3D experiences, allowing professionals to focus on creativity and innovation. This shift has the potential to enhance user engagement and open new possibilities for virtual environments, gaming, and product visualization.
Luma AI's success is underpinned by its commitment to providing user-friendly and accessible tools, making advanced 3D capture and generation available to a wider audience. The intuitive design of platforms like Dream Machine and the ease of integration through their API have quickly made Luma AI a favored choice among creators, further solidifying its position in the rapidly growing metaverse and digital content landscape. Led by a team of experienced entrepreneurs, engineers, and AI researchers, Luma AI continues to push the boundaries of AI-driven 3D technology. The company's strategic focus on continuous innovation and community-driven development has enabled it to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving field of virtual content creation. With a clear value proposition and a groundbreaking technological foundation, Luma AI is well-positioned to lead the transformation of digital experiences, making them more realistic, immersive, and accessible. As Luma AI continues to grow and expand its offerings, it remains dedicated to empowering creators and businesses with the tools to build the next generation of immersive digital experiences, ultimately contributing to a more vibrant and engaging digital world. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/kostlouis_5786705_91414682_LUMAAI_BusinessProfileFormat_Louis.KOST.docx | AIML Profile | null | null | null | 68,5M | null | null | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Hugging Face is a leading open-source platform for machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI), well known for its community-driven approach to sharing and building models, datasets, and applications. Founded in 2016 in New York City, Hugging Face began as a chatbot company but has since transformed into one of the most influential companies in the ML ecosystem, enabling developers and researchers to collaborate on cutting-edge AI tools. | huggingface.co | Private | "The AI community building the future." | New York City, USA | 2016 | Google, Amazon, Nvidia, Intel, AMD, Salesforce Ventures | Growth | Hugging Face offers a suite of tools that simplify ML development:
Transformers Library: Open-source models for NLP, computer vision, and audio tasks.
Datasets Library: Streamlined access to thousands of curated ML datasets.
Spaces: A platform to host and demo ML apps using Gradio and Streamlit.
Gradio: A no-code tool to create ML demo interfaces.
Hugging Face Hub: A collaborative repository with 900k+ models, 200k datasets, and thousands of apps. | Building and deploying ML models typically requires complex infrastructure, large datasets, high computing resources, and strong expertise and all of which can cause issues while working on any model. | Hugging Face offers accessible, ready to use models, datasets, and APIs, reducing barriers to ML adoption and promoting open collaboration. It simplifies development and access to AI, it helps teams go from research to production faster. | Hugging Face is the go to ecosystem for developers, researchers, and companies who want to collaborate, build, and deploy unique ML models and tools openly and efficiently. | Hugging Face uses a freemium and enterprise SaaS model:
Pro Accounts: Subscription-based access to premium features.
Enterprise Services: API integrations, private hosting, and support.
Inference Endpoints: Pay per use access to compute resources for running models.
Custom Partnerships: With large enterprises for scalable ML infrastructure. | Hugging Face supports major deep learning frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, JAX). Its platform enables:
Hosting and version control of models.
Integration with cloud services.
Real time inference and sharing with Gradio, Spaces, and Transformers APIs.
Scaling with Hugging Face Accelerate and Optimum libraries for performance optimization. | Hugging Face has successfully become the open-source standard for machine learning collaboration. From researchers to enterprises, it empowers users to access and scale AI through community driven tools and powerful infrastructure. Its strong leadership, consistent funding, community first approach, and rapid product expansion have made it a central force in the AI space. With strategic partnerships and a clear commitment to openness, Hugging Face is not only growing fast but also shaping the future of how AI is built and shared. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/kulkarnidaksh_5794933_91426155_Hugging face business model.docx | AIML Profile | null | Valued at $4.5 billion (2023) | Not publicly disclosed | $400M+ (Series D: $235M in August 2023) | Not applicable (private) | Not publicly disclosed | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 |
Creator of AI-powered music composition software designed to make music creation accessible to all. The platform provides a variety of genres and templates, allowing users to produce high-quality tracks for monetization and global commercial use, empowering artist, producers, and content creators. | https://soundful.com | Private | The future of music is now. Empowering Everyone to Make Music and Content. | San Diego, CA | 2019 | Accenture, Beatport, Microsoft, SQUEAK E. CLEAN STUDIOS LLC, Thomas Staggs, Universal Music Group | Generating Revenue | Soundful offers AI-powered music generation and sound customization services, allowing users to create high-quality, royalty-free soundscapes for various applications. Key offerings include an AI music composition platform, an adaptive sound API for businesses, and a library of customizable tracks. Soundful also partners with brands for bespoke audio branding solutions. | Music production is time-consuming, costly, and requires expertise. | Soundful’s AI-driven platform generates original, high-quality music and soundscapes instantly, making professional audio creation accessible to all. | Empowering creators and businesses with affordable, intuitive, and fully customizable sound solutions, eliminating licensing hassles and production barriers. | Soundful operates on a subscription-based model, offering individual, business, and enterprise-tier plans. Additional revenue streams include API licensing, custom sound branding services, and advertising partnerships. | Soundful's AI-driven sound engine leverages deep learning, neural networks, and natural language processing to generate and enhance music. | Soundful has emerged as a leader in AI-powered music generation by offering innovative, user-friendly solutions that cater to a wide range of industries. The company’s technology simplifies music creation while maintaining high-quality sound design, making it accessible to businesses, content creators, and hobbyists alike. Its subscription-based model and API integrations provide a scalable revenue stream, ensuring long-term sustainability and success in the AI music industry. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/kupkaamalie_5794043_91387724_ENGIN283 - Business Profile - Soundful.docx | AIML Profile | Estimated: $1.5M | null | null | $3.8M 1 round | null | null | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 |
Anthropic is an AI safety and research company that builds general AI systems with a strong emphasis on alignment, ethics, and responsible deployment. The company is founded by former OpenAI researchers. Anthropic is best known for its LLMs, like Claude. The company’s aims to build AI to be interpretable, steerable, and beneficial, while also ensuring that future AI systems align with “human intentions and values.” | https://www.anthropic.com | Private | "AI research and products that put safety first." | San Francisco, California, USA | 2021 | Google, Spark Capital, Sam Bankman-Fried (early funding), Menlo Ventures | Growth | Anthropic’s core product is Claude. Which is an LLM designed to be a competitor of Chat GPT. Claude is integrated into workflows and developer via API access. Its positioned as a safer alternative to other LLMs. Anthropic also publishes research on AI alignment and interpretability. | Rapid advancements in AI capabilities outpace efforts in alignment and safety, leading to risks of misuse, bias, and lack of control in powerful AI systems. | Anthropic creates AI systems with built-in safety principles, focusing on making them more interpretable and steerable, ensuring that AI behavior remains aligned with human values. | "Safe, steerable AI built with alignment at its core." | API-based access to Claude models under a usage-based pricing model. It partners with enterprises and developers to integrate its LLMs into products, services, and internal tools. | Anthropic builds frontier LLMs using reinforcement learning, constitutional AI, and interpretability-focused training techniques. The Claude models are optimized to maintain reliability and transparency in AI responses. The company prioritizes human-AI collaboration and makes technical safety a core part of development. | Anthropic stands out in the AI industry by prioritizing safety and alignment in the development of large language models. With its Claude family of LLMs, the company is in progress of building systems that are powerful and reliable, focusing on enterprise use cases with a demand in precision and trust. By positioning itself as a mission-driven alternative to traditional AI labs, Anthropic has attracted significant funding and partnerships, including multibillion-dollar support from Google. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/leejoonsung_5794341_91419468_AI_ML Co Business Profile.docx | AIML Profile | 100M ARR | null | null | Over $7Bil | Not disclosed | Not applicable | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | -1 | 5 | 5 | 4 |
Papercup is a London-based startup specializing in AI-driven video translation and dubbing. Founded in 2017, Papercup aims to help content creators, media companies, and enterprises expand the reach of their video content by automatically translating speech into different languages with natural-sounding, human-like voices. Driven by advancements in deep learning and voice synthesis, the company’s vision is to break down language barriers, making high-quality localized audio accessible for any video—whether it’s for entertainment, corporate training, or educational material. | https://www.papercup.com | Private | “Making the world’s videos watchable in any language” | London, United Kingdom | 2017 | LocalGlobe, Sands Capital, Sky, Guardian Media Group, and others | Growth Stage | Papercup provides an AI-based video translation platform that automates the process of creating localized audio in multiple languages. Their solution pairs machine-translated subtitles with realistic AI-synthesized voiceovers, significantly reducing the cost and turnaround time typically associated with human dubbing. | Traditional dubbing and voiceover processes are time-consuming and expensive, often requiring specialized talent and extensive coordination. | An AI-driven platform that analyzes spoken content, translates it into target languages, and generates lifelike voiceovers with minimal manual intervention. | Papercup helps media creators quickly and affordably expand their global reach by automatically dubbing video content into multiple languages, preserving tone and style without the high costs of traditional dubbing studios. | Papercup operates under a B2B model. Clients pay subscription or usage-based fees depending on the volume of content translated and the complexity of voice customization. Some large enterprise deals may include premium service tiers and dedicated support. | Papercup’s technology combines neural machine translation (NMT) with proprietary text-to-speech (TTS) models. Their tech stack includes: Advanced language models for both speech recognition and language translation Voice synthesis and speech generation to produce realistic, context-aware dubbing Cloud-based processing for scalability and rapid turnaround | Papercup exemplifies how AI can transform a long-established but often under-served area: video dubbing and localization. By harnessing proprietary translation and text-to-speech models, Papercup helps both small and large content creators expand into new regions, reducing the friction and cost of localization. This approach resonates strongly with media companies looking to unlock new markets quickly. The founding team’s focus on AI research and practical deployment has yielded robust technology that has won over several high-profile clients. While competition in AI-driven media solutions is growing, Papercup sets itself apart with realistic voice quality, continuous improvements in language support, and partnerships with top-tier media organizations. With continued investment and increasing demand for globalized content, Papercup is well-positioned for further success in the evolving AI localization sector. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/leemichelle_5618088_91426046_Papercup.docx | AIML Profile | Privately held; specific revenue figures are undisclosed | N/A (Private) | N/A (private) | Has raised more than $20 million across Seed and Series A rounds | N/A (early stage startup) | N/A (not publicly traded) | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 |
Cleanlab is a technology company that is defining a new category of automated data curation, with the hopes of increasing reliability in AI and ML models. Cleanlab is creating tools that can automatically identify and resolve issues in datasets, including label issues and outliers, and is building the capability to handle nearly all data types. Their primary offering, Cleanlab Studio, helps make it easy to convert unreliable, real-world data into reliable models and insights. Cleanlab's mission is to enable enterprises with software designed specifically to remove the uncertainty surrounding data-centric machine learning operations, from data cleaning to reliable models trained on noisy, real-world labels. Cleanlab imagines a time when AI can successfully function on messy and real-world data, and that organizations can efficiently build reliable AI software applications. Cleanlab believes that security, data agnostic tools, scalability, and trust of the method add reliability to every datum's reliability using smart metadata. | https://cleanlab.ai/ | Private | GenAI that works reliably | San Francisco, CA | 2021 | Menlo Ventures, TQ Ventures | Growth | Cleanlab studio is an add on platform for AI that will automatically find and fix errors in large data sets that would have otherwise compromised the viability of the information that the AI/ML model was training on. What sets them apart is that it is data agnostic, can be domain specific, and is intuitive for users. Their mission is to empower companies with reliable models that is securely filtered in hours, not months. | Large datasets often have many errors that is not easily corrected by individual intervention. | An AI framework that detects and fixes errors and noisy data in datasets. | Cleanlab is able to clean and filter out noisy raw data that would have had an effect on the accuracy of the model. With Cleanlab studio, companies are reliably train data without the fear of the data being incorrect. | Subscription based. (Cleanlab Studio/ Cleanlab studio enterprise) | Cleanlab utilizes advanced algorithms based on "confident learning," an approach developed by its founders during their doctoral studies at MIT. This approach systematically identifies and fixes errors (e.g., mislabeled instances, outliers, duplicates) in datasets and works for data types like text, images, and tabular data. Cleanlab uses these algorithms in its platform to automate data curation and improve the reliability and performance of machine learning models trained on noisy, real-world data. | Cleanlab's success is its academic focus on automated data curation, which is a crucial aspect of high-quality and trustworthy data for AI and machine learning. Co-founders Curtis Northcutt, Jonas Mueller, and Anish Athalye are all PhDs from MIT and add credibility and a strong combination of academic rigor and industry experience. From their graduate student research, Cleanlab builds proprietary algorithms from these papers that automatically identify and repair data issues such as mislabeled examples or outliers, allowing organizations to improve their AI models' accuracy and efficiency. Cleanlab's innovation has captured a range of customers, including over 10% of the Fortune 500 firms AWS, JPMorgan Chase, Google, Uber, and Walmart, who count on Cleanlab to reach their data quality goals and, as a result, AI-based decision-making goals. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/loubrandon_5568559_91423670_Spring2025_BusinessProfile_AIML.docx | AIML Profile | ~$4.9M | $104.77M | No IPO | Total funding ~$30M | null | null | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 |
Synthesia is a standout AI startup transforming how organizations create and distribute video content. By eliminating the need for traditional video production resources, the company empowers users to create studio-quality videos using only text and a web interface. Its strength lies in solving a costly and time-consuming problem with an elegant, scalable solution.
The company has strategically positioned itself at the intersection of generative AI and enterprise communication, attracting significant venture capital and a growing customer base. Despite growing ethical scrutiny and increased competition, Synthesia’s strong leadership, cutting-edge tech, and clear value proposition continue to drive its success. | https://www.synthesia.io | Private Company | Create AI videos from text in minutes | London, UK | 2017 | Kleiner Perkins, GV, Firstmark, Seedcamp | Hypergrowth | Synthesia offers an AI video generation platform where users can type in text, choose an AI avatar, and produce videos in over 120 languages. Its primary services include corporate training videos, explainer videos, product demos, onboarding materials, and internal communications. The platform also includes custom avatars, screen recorder integrations, and automatic translations. | Video production is traditionally expensive, time-consuming, and resource-intensive. | Synthesia automates the video creation process through generative AI, enabling fast and scalable content creation. | Synthesia provides a faster, more affordable way to create high-quality video content, making it easier for businesses to communicate globally and consistently. | Synthesia operates on a subscription-based model, offering individual, corporate, and enterprise-level pricing tiers. It earns revenue through monthly/annual subscriptions depending on video minutes used, avatar features, and team access capabilities. | null | Synthesia is a standout AI startup transforming how organizations create and distribute video content. By eliminating the need for traditional video production resources, the company empowers users to create studio-quality videos using only text and a web interface. Its strength lies in solving a costly and time-consuming problem with an elegant, scalable solution.
The company has strategically positioned itself at the intersection of generative AI and enterprise communication, attracting significant venture capital and a growing customer base. Despite growing ethical scrutiny and increased competition, Synthesia’s strong leadership, cutting-edge tech, and clear value proposition continue to drive its success. It serves as a prime example of how AI can enhance—not replace—human creativity in corporate contexts. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/lozanovillasenorsantiago_5769687_91415538_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat (2).docx | AIML Profile | estimated $50M | N/A (Private) | N/A | %156.6M (Series C as of 2023) | null | N/A | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Groq Inc., founded in 2016, is a technology company specializing in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) acceleration. The company's mission is to deliver unparalleled compute speed and efficiency for AI inference, enabling rapid innovation and discovery. Groq's flagship product, the Language Processing Unit (LPU), is designed to provide low-latency, high-throughput performance for complex AI workloads. By focusing on a software-first approach to hardware design, Groq aims to simplify the deployment of AI solutions across various industries. | https://groq.com/ | Private | Fast AI Inference | Mountain View, California, USA | 2016 | Tiger Global, BlackRock, D1 Capital, Addition, Cisco, Samsung Catalyst Fund, Neuberger Berman, Type One Ventures | Hypergrowth | Groq offers AI inference solutions through its Language Processing Unit (LPU) technology, available via GroqCloud (cloud-based API access) and GroqRack (on-premises deployment). Their product portfolio includes cloud-based inference services for running popular LLMs like Llama 4, Llama 3, and other open-source models. The company also provides hardware solutions for enterprises requiring on-premises AI compute capabilities. | Traditional GPUs struggle with latency and efficiency when running inference for large language models, making AI applications slow and expensive to operate. | Groq's LPU architecture delivers up to 10x faster inference speeds with significantly lower latency and energy consumption, enabling real-time AI applications and more cost-effective deployment. | Groq's LPU architecture delivers up to 10x faster inference speeds with significantly lower latency and energy consumption, enabling real-time AI applications and more cost-effective deployment. | Groq employs multiple revenue streams: a tokens-as-a-service (TaaS) model through its GroqCloud API (subscription/usage-based pricing), hardware sales for on-premises deployments, and hardware leasing/colocation services. For example, Llama 4 Scout is priced at $0.11/M input tokens and $0.34/M output tokens. | Groq's core technology is its Language Processing Unit (LPU), a novel AI accelerator architecture fundamentally different from GPUs. The LPU features a deterministic execution model with compute and memory co-located on the chip, eliminating resource bottlenecks. Their kernel-less compiler makes it easy to compile new models, and the architecture enables seamless scalability without caches and switches. This allows for consistent, predictable performance with ultra-low latency (1.6μs for a single rack) | Groq represents one of the most promising challengers to NVIDIA's dominance in the AI chip market. The company's success stems from its perfectly timed focus on AI inference—the computational process of running trained AI models—just as large language models like ChatGPT exploded in popularity. Founded by Jonathan Ross, who previously designed Google's TPU, Groq has leveraged deep technical expertise to create a fundamentally different chip architecture that delivers superior performance for AI workloads.
What sets Groq apart is its specialized Language Processing Unit (LPU) that achieves dramatically faster inference speeds (up to 10x) with lower latency and better energy efficiency than traditional GPUs. This technological advantage has allowed the company to secure significant funding ($1.05B total with a $2.8B valuation) despite modest early revenues. Groq has also shown strategic agility by evolving its business model from pure hardware sales to include cloud-based API services, making its technology more accessible to developers and enterprises.
As AI applications continue to proliferate and demand for efficient inference grows, Groq is well-positioned to capture significant market share, particularly in applications requiring real-time AI responses. However, the company still faces challenges in scaling its operations, expanding its customer base beyond early adopters, and competing against the established ecosystem advantages of larger competitors like NVIDIA. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/manchandadivjotsingh_LATE_5795144_91426396_Groq.docx | AIML Profile | $46.6M estimated annual revenue (2025) | N/A (private company) | N/A (private company) | $1.05B total funding | Net loss of $88.3M(2023) | N/A (private company) | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 |
SigTuple is a Bangalore-based healthtech startup revolutionizing medical diagnostics through the power of Artificial Intelligence and computer vision. Founded in 2015, the company aims to automate the analysis of medical data, starting with pathological tests like blood, urine, and semen analysis. | https://www.sigtuple.com | Private | Transforming Healthcare with Data Intelligence | Bangalore | 2015 | Accel, IDG Ventures India, Endiya Partners, Pi Ventures, Axilor Ventures | Growth | SigTuple develops AI-driven diagnostic solutions with its AI100 product at the core of the platform. AI100 is an advanced microscope that performs automated visual examinations of pathological samples (i.e., blood, urine, and semen). In addition to the AI100 microscope, SigTuple also has a cloud-based AI platform called Manthana that uses deep learning algorithms to process, analyze, and screen digitized images of pathological samples to identify any abnormalities, including the detection of parasites in blood. SigTuple's tools are explicitly addressed to clinical labs, hospitals, and diagnostic centers to create efficiencies for lab technicians and pathologists through automation. SigTuple also provided remote diagnostic capabilities to connect as needed with people across locations. | Shortage of skilled pathologists, slow and error-prone diagnostics. | AI-driven, automated sample analysis and remote diagnostics. | Faster, accurate, cost-effective diagnostics, even in remote areas. | Subscription + Hardware Sales. Labs pay for AI100 devices and ongoing AI software access. Also uses channel and VAR partnerships. | Uses deep learning, computer vision, and cloud computing. Built with Python, TensorFlow, AWS, and React; integrates smart hardware with AI models trained on medical images. | SigTuple is an eminent AI-focused health tech company located in India which is making significant strides in the field of medical diagnostics through novel solutions. Established in 2015, the company aims to design AI-based technologies that automate diagnostic flow, notably blood, urine, and semen samples through its main AI100 smart microscope system. SigTuple has also developed Manthana, a cloud-based AI platform to improve diagnostics and operational efficiency amongst healthcare providers.The company's key value proposition is to make the diagnostic workflow faster, more accurate, and less expensive, criitically where there is a lack of skilled practitioners. With over $40 million raised in funding, including Accel Partners, IDG Ventures, and Binny Bansal, SigTuple has received FDA regulatory approval for its AI-enabled products and is readied to expand to more marketplaces.SigTuple's business model is a combined hardware sale and subscription-based SaaS business to support its long-term business growth.
The company operates in a fast-growing market segment of AI healthcare, with a great and lasting atmosphere for meaningful innovation. SigTuple's challenge lies to be able to grow in a complicated regulatory background while competing against other AI healthcare companies.
SigTuple's key success factors are effective leadership, a unique product, a strong value proposition, and the ability to adapt to staking customer needs within healthcare. SigTuple's focus on product development, customer development, and international growth and scale market will make the company a leader within the AI healthcare market. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/nrmugheshkumar_5795003_91423896_AI.docx | AIML Profile | null | null | null | total funding to date exceeds $40 million. | null | null | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 |
DeepSeek is a Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) company specializing in the development of open-source large language models (LLMs). DeepSeek's mission is to advance artificial general intelligence (AGI) through open-source research and development, aiming to democratize AI technology for both commercial and academic applications. By making its models and training data publicly available, DeepSeek enhances accountability and encourages global collaboration. The company's focus is on developing efficient AI models that rival or surpass existing industry leaders in performance and cost-effectiveness. DeepSeek employs innovative training techniques, such as test time scaling and chain-of-thought reasoning, to optimize efficiency and accuracy. This approach has led to the creation of models like DeepSeek-R1, which excel in complex tasks, including mathematics and coding, while being trained with fewer resources compared to counterparts like OpenAI's GPT-4. | deepseek.com | Private | Into the unknown | Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China | July 17, 2023 | High-Flyer | Hypergrowth | DeepSeek offers a range of AI models and services, including general language models, specialized coding models, and reasoning models. Their portfolio includes DeepSeek Coder (Nov 2023), DeepSeek LLM series (Nov 2023), DeepSeek-MoE models (Jan 2024), DeepSeek-Math models (Apr 2024), DeepSeek-V2 (May 2024), DeepSeek-V2.5 (Sep 2024), DeepSeek-V3 (Dec 2024), and their flagship DeepSeek-R1 model (Jan 2025). These models are available through a free web interface, mobile applications, and paid API access for developers. | High costs and computational requirements for developing advanced AI models | Efficient AI models that perform competitively while using fewer resources | High-quality AI capabilities at significantly lower cost and with open-source availability | DeepSeek operates on a token-based pricing model, charging users based on the number of input and output tokens processed through its API services. This approach allows for flexible and scalable usage, accommodating businesses of various sizes and needs. Initially, DeepSeek offered promotional pricing to attract users, setting input token costs at $0.27 per million tokens and output tokens at $1.10 per million tokens. Following the promotional period, prices were adjusted to $0.55 per million input tokens (cache miss) and $2.19 per million output tokens. Additionally, DeepSeek introduced off-peak pricing discounts of up to 75% during specific hours (16:30-00:30 UTC) to encourage usage during lower-demand periods. This pricing strategy has resulted in significant cost advantages for DeepSeek's clients. For example, DeepSeek's API costs are approximately 20 to 40 times cheaper than those of competitors like OpenAI, making it an attractive option for cost-conscious enterprises. The company's focus on efficiency has also led to impressive profit margins; DeepSeek reported a theoretical cost profit margin of 545% on its online services. | DeepSeek leverages a sophisticated technology stack to develop its advanced AI models. At the core, it utilizes a Mixture-of-Experts (MoE) architecture, notably implemented in models like DeepSeek-V3, which comprises 671 billion total parameters with 37 billion activated per token. This architecture enhances computational efficiency by activating only relevant subsets of the model during processing. Additionally, DeepSeek employs Multi-head Latent Attention (MLA) mechanisms to compress key-value caches into latent vectors, significantly reducing memory requirements and improving inference speed. The training process is optimized through co-designing algorithms with hardware, allowing models to be trained on clusters of Nvidia H800 GPUs in a cost-effective manner. | DeepSeek has emerged as a disruptive force in the AI industry by leveraging cost-efficient training methods, innovative architecture, and strategic market positioning. Its ability to achieve competitive performance at a fraction of the cost has challenged industry norms dominated by firms like OpenAI and Google. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/pantianyue_5795402_91416908_Deepseek_TIANYUE PAN-1.docx | AIML Profile | null | null | null | Estimated $50 million | null | null | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
C3.ai was established in 2009 and is a leading enterprise AI software firm working to accelerating digital transformation for industries globally. The firm offers a portfolio of over 130 AI applications that address critical business problems across industries such as manufacturing, financial services, government, utilities, chemicals, defense, and intelligence. C3 seeks to enable businesses to experience the full potential of AI, with the company's core values emphasizing customer success, integrity, innovation, and excellence. By providing a family of deep code, low code, and no code dev, C3.ai allows organizations to easily build and deploy enterprise-grade AI applications at high velocity. | https://c3.ai/ | Public | Proven results in weeks, not years | Redwood City, CA | 2009 | Vanguard, Blackrock | Hypergrowth | C3 offers a suite of enterprise AI solutions for a wide range of industries, including software that detects money laundering, churn management, cash management, smart lending and much more. They provide the C3.ai Studio, which is a suite of dev tools at varying levels that allow customers to quickly integrate the AI products into their businesses. These software solutions have no-code, low code and deep code variations to make it easier for those with varying levels of programming knowledge to be able to employ C3’s products into their business. | C3 solves the problem businesses have with the intricacies of employing AI solutions in their enterprise. | They offer numerous AI software solutions and their dev tool platform for these companies to integrate AI solutions in their business | To deliver scalable AI solutions to accelerate efficiency, generate insights and boost business innovation. | C3.ai operates on a subscription-based model, generating revenue through licenses, maintenance, implementation and training. The company also partners with cloud providers like Microsoft Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud to expand its market. Their primary marketing efforts come from these cloud providers. In fiscal Q1 2025, C3 reported $52.2 million in revenue with around 80% coming from subscriptions. | C3's tech stack facilitates development, deployment, and operation of enterprise AI software. Their platform has a model-driven architecture that supports fast application development. The platform integrates various data storage methods like relational databases, key-value stores, graph databases, and distributed file systems to store various big data sets. For ML operations, C3 utilizes tools such as Jupyter Notebook, R, Python, and Scala to offer flexibility and scalability in model development. The platform also leverages cloud infrastructure services from AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud to offer scalability and high-performance computing. | The success of C3 primarily comes from its enterprise AI platform addressing fundamental issues across a spectrum of industries. By delivering over 130 AI-powered applications, C3 helps firms to optimize operations, reduce expenses, and drive their AI transitions. C3's strategic partnership with large cloud providers like Microsoft Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud has also expanded its reach and potential, directly connecting potential clients with C3. C3's subscription-based recurring revenue model provides a recurring revenue source, which has demonstrated resilience during poor economic conditions. They’ve seen respectable year over year growth. C3's ability to incorporate deep code, low-code, and no-code development opportunities on its platform has made AI accessible to a broader range of clients, helping them become a leader in the enterprise AI market. This adaptability and the popularity of its solutions have been key to C3's continued success amidst a competitive sector. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/patelrushi_5610698_91404813_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat (3).docx | AIML Profile | 2024: 311 million | 2.5 billion | Stock symbol: AI
Price now: 18.99
52 week high: 45.08
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Edda.ai currently serves businesses in the restaurant industry and other sectors within the service industry by using AI-powered demand forecasting to transform operations. It addresses the challenge of measuring daily sales and revenue, which can be scattered across multiple systems like PoS, QR codes, Foodora, Wolt, and apps. By integrating all this data into a single data warehouse and creating dashboards, Edda provides businesses with real-time insights. The AI analyzes historical data, weather forecasts, holidays, and local events to generate accurate predictions for customer traffic and revenue. Edda also offers staffing insights, delivering automated recommendations for optimal staffing levels, which help improve efficiency, reduce costs, and boost both employee and customer satisfaction. Edda’s AI-driven solutions empower businesses to make informed, data-backed decisions at all levels. | https://www.edda.ai/ | Private sector | “ Full control, better margins”. | Oslo, Norway | 2024 | Startuplab, Andenes Ventures and Aidiom. | Generating revenue | Edda.ai offers six powerful modules that use a combination of AI and integrated data from various systems to optimize business operations, especially in the restaurant industry. Total Control: AI automates data collection and analysis, providing real-time insights into key KPIs, eliminating manual reports. Revenue Insights: AI analyzes sales trends, product distribution, and customer behavior, helping businesses optimize menus and sales strategies. Staffing Optimization: Using AI and live data from sales, bookings, and weather, it helps businesses adjust staffing levels for maximum efficiency. Live P&L: Combines AI and live data to track profit and loss in real time, enabling businesses to make immediate operational adjustments. Booking: AI-powered analysis tracks booking trends and cancellations, helping businesses better manage capacity and increase revenue. Department Leader: A dashboard that uses AI and integrated data to give department heads real-time performance insights, enabling proactive decision-making. | Businesses, especially in the restaurant industry, face challenges in managing data, forecasting demand, staffing, and tracking performance, often resulting in inefficiencies and lost revenue. | Edda.ai’s AI-powered platform integrates data from various systems to automate processes like forecasting, staffing optimization, and real-time performance tracking for smarter decision-making. | Edda.ai enhances efficiency, reduces costs, and improves decision-making by providing real-time insights, automated forecasting, and optimized staffing, leading to better profitability and customer satisfaction. | Edda.ai operates with a SaaS (Software as a Service) business model, offering subscription-based access to its AI-powered platform. | Edda uses AI-based models and advanced data integration technology to process and analyze large datasets. The platform combines machine learning algorithms with real-time data from various business systems and external sources, providing automated insights and predictions. | Edda.ai is an AI-driven platform that helps businesses, especially in the service and retail sectors, optimize their operations. By integrating data from multiple systems like sales, bookings, and staffing, it offers real-time insights and forecasts, improving decision-making. Edda.ai specializes in demand forecasting and staffing optimization, allowing businesses to reduce costs, increase efficiency, and enhance customer satisfaction. With a SaaS model, Edda.ai provides scalable solutions for companies looking to improve their operational processes, making it a valuable tool for both small and large businesses. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/rostadsandsynne_5794130_91380251_Edda.ai Company Description.docx | AIML Profile | ~$ 41 000 | null | N/A | Number of Funding Rounds: 1
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Augmedix Inc operates in the US healthcare market, providing medical documentation solutions for hospitals, clinics, and individual practitioners. Their products capture clinician to patient conversations and transform them into real-time medical notes, seamlessly integrated into electronic health records. Augmedix generates revenue through subscription-based services for remote medical documentation and clinical support. | https://www.augmedix.com/ | Private | AI-centric solutions for human-centric medicine | San Francisco | 2012 | Redmile Group | Growth | Augmedix Inc offers AI-driven medical documentation solutions designed to minimize the administrative burdens on healthcare providers. Their product captures natural clinician to patient conversations and converts them into real-time medical notes, seamlessly integrating with electronic health records. This allows clinicians to focus more on their patients and patient care rather than paperwork. | Clinicians often face a significant amount of administrative tasks, leading to reduced time for direct patient care and potential burnout. | Augmedix provides ambient AI solutions to automate medical documentation, ensuring accuracy and efficiency. | Enhances the clinician to patient relationship, improves workflow efficiency, and reduces the administrative load on healthcare professionals. | Operates with a subscription-based model, charging healthcare organizations and individual practitioners for access to their AI-powered documentation service. This model ensures a steady revenue stream while providing scalable solutions tailored to various clinical settings. | The company's platform leverages advanced large language models (LLMs), including collaborations with Google Cloud's MedLM suite, to process and transcribe medical conversations accurately. Their integration of AI and human-assisted support ensures high-quality documentation. | Augmedix Inc has found success by addressing a critical pain point in healthcare, which is the administrative burden of medical documentation. By leveraging their AI technology, the company enables real-time conversion of clinician to patient conversations into structured medical notes, seamlessly integrating with electronic health records. Their innovation allows healthcare providers to spend more time on patient care while they improve workflow efficiency, making Augmedix an attractive solution for both hospitals, individual practitioners, and clinics. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/saetrevanessa_5794411_91307635_Augmedix.docx | AIML Profile | Q2 2024: total revenue 13.66 million USD | 197.62 million USD, 19th of March 2025 | Symbol: AUGX on Nasdaq Current price 4.07 USD 52 week range: 1.50-6.25 USD | Later Stage VC (Series B) | Reported at -46.29%, current operational losses | NaN, due to negative earnings | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | -1 |
Perplexity AI | www.perplexity.ai | Private | “The Search Engine that Answers” | San Francisco, California, USA | 2022 | IVP, NEA, Nvidia, Jeff Bezos | Hypergrowth | Perplexity AI provides a conversational search engine that combines large language models with live internet indexing to generate fact-checked, source-backed answers. Unlike other AI models that rely on pre-trained data, Perplexity pulls real-time information from verified sources, improving accuracy and credibility. The company also offers a Pro version with enhanced search capabilities, API access, and premium features tailored for researchers and professionals. | Traditional search engines are cluttered with ads, SEO-optimized content, and irrelevant links, making it harder for users to find precise, unbiased answers. | Perplexity AI delivers direct, sourced, and ad-free responses by combining real-time web crawling with AI-powered natural language processing. | Perplexity emphasize on accuracy and transparency while reduce the information chunk size from overloading. | Freemium Model, Subscription Model, Enterprise and API Sales | Perplexity AI leverages large-scale transformer models similar to OpenAI’s GPT, combined with real-time web crawling and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG). Its architecture ensures that answers are continuously updated with fresh, sourced information, reducing hallucinations and improving response accuracy. The AI stack is built for scalability, allowing integration with external APIs and third-party platforms. | Perplexity AI has built a strong foundation in the AI-powered search space, positioning itself as a serious alternative to traditional search engines. With a solid leadership team and well-managed financial backing, the company has scaled rapidly, securing key investors and maintaining a sustainable growth trajectory. While its differentiation in the market is still developing, its ability to offer real-time, sourced answers without ads gives it a clear edge in terms of value proposition.
The business model is structured for scalability, balancing freemium access with a premium subscription model. Marketing has been a major strength, driving adoption and positioning Perplexity as a legitimate competitor to tech giants like Google and Microsoft. Internally, the company has cultivated a strong culture of innovation, with leadership demonstrating resilience in adapting to the fast-moving AI landscape. Its ability to meet customer needs is a key differentiator, ensuring a streamlined and transparent search experience.
Timing has been a crucial factor in Perplexity’s success, launching at a moment when AI-driven search is in high demand. Strong regulatory compliance and IP protection reinforce its credibility, while the product itself is well-designed and continuously evolving. With the right strategic moves, Perplexity AI has the potential to further establish itself in the market, but continued differentiation and refinement of its long-term positioning will be critical to sustaining its momentum as of now. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/sawasdeeponnoah_5794019_91318769_Perplexity-1.docx | AIML Profile | null | N/A (Private) | N/A | Over $100M+ raised | null | null | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Clova is an AI platform developed by NAVER Corporation(Biggest Portal Service). Introduced in March 2017, Clova integrates advanced AI technologies such as speech recognition, natural language processing, and image recognition to provide a wide range of services and products. The platform aims to enhance transcribe, organize meeting resources. | https://clova.ai/en | Private | We strengthen platform competitiveness and expand business synergy through hyperscale AI. | Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea | 2009 | Naver Corp | Growth | 1 paragraph to list the offerings, including products and services being sold. | Enhancing human-computer interactions by making them more natural and intuitive through advanced AI technologies. (Especially Voice, transcribe…etc) | Providing various of applications including speech recognition, speech synthesis, NLP | Cutting-edge technologies, better than others. Improving user experiences across various applications and devices | Clova operates as a subsidiary of NAVER Corporation, integrating AI technologies into NAVER's existing services and offering AI solutions to external business clients. | Clova leverages DL(Deep Learning) and neural network technologies to power its AI services, including speech recognition, speech synthesis, and KoreanLLM. | As a leading Korean tech company, Clova’s focus on building Korean-specific AI models is commendable. Its excellence in speech recognition(voice tech) and natural language processing for the Korean language has made it a reliable engine powering many of NAVER’s services. However, its marketing and service reach have remained mostly confined to the domestic market, which limits its global influence despite its technical strength. Clova, as a NAVER Cloud AI platform, has positioned itself as a core technology engine not only for NAVER’s services but also for external clients seeking high-performance AI solutions. Its strength lies in language-specific models optimized for Korean, advanced voice technologies, and seamless integration across NAVER’s digital products. Despite being a latecomer in the global LLM race, Clova has leveraged its deep ecosystem within Korea and consistent R&D support from NAVER Corp. Its growth in revenue, especially in cloud and AI services, demonstrates its rising impact. The launch of HyperClova X marks a strategic pivot to compete globally with customized, multimodal AI models. The company’s future success hinges on how well it can scale this AI capability beyond Korea. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/seonjongyeop_5794671_91426216_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat_clova.docx | AIML Profile | $433.6 M | Private | null | null | null | null | 2 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 |
Decagon is an AI startup focused on transforming customer support operations. Decagon’s mission is to enhance customer service experiences by deploying AI agents who can handle inquiries across chat, voice, and email channels. Decagon focuses on delivering safe, scalable, and context-aware converational AI agents, enabling enterprises to improve response time, and customer satisfaction. | https://decagon.ai/ | Private | “Reimagine your customer service with AI agents.” | San Franscisco, California | 2023 | Bain Capital Ventures, Accel, a16z, Bond Capital | Growth (Series B) | Decagon offers a comprehensive AI agent platform that includes five features, a Core AI Agent, Routing, Agent Assist, a Dashboard, and a QA Interface. Core AI Agent: This is the brain that handles all Enterprise logic via email, voice, and chat channels. Routing: The routing intelligently routes and escalates inquiries to the appropriate channels. Agent Assist: The agent assist is a real-time copilot for human customer service agents during customer interactions. This aspect integrates with Salesforce and Zendesk. Dashboard: The dashboard proactively extracts insights and patterns across customer interactions and suggests improvements. QA Interface: The QA interface reviews and provides feedback on conversations handled by both human and AI agents. | Inefficient,inconsistent and unscalable customer support systems which lead to long response times, high operational costs, and low customer satisfaction. | Autonomous AI agent platform that handles inquires across multiple channels, providing consistent, timely, and cost-efficient customer support. | Improve customer satisfaction and streamline operations with fast, reliable support- cutting costs while freeing up human agents to handle more complex tasks. | Decagon operates on a B2B subscription model. The compant offers a free trial of the product, which then allows enterprises to continue with the subscription plan if they are satisfied with the product. | Decagon utilizes generative AI and natural language processing to understand and respond to customer inquiries. To ensure consistency and accuracy with responses, the system incorporates Agent Operating Procedures (AOPs). Additionally, the tech stack includes proprietary AI models, integration with CRM systems, and an analytics tool for performance monitoring. | Decagon is reshaping customer service through fully autonomous, context-aware AI agents that can execute multi-step workflows across communication channels and business operations. The driving force behind Decagon’s success is its product and core idea: reimagining the role of AI in the enterprise by designing agents that act like teammates, not tools. Their leadership, made up of founders with a proven track record in building successful companies, further propelled their growth. What truly sets Decagon apart, however, is its technological architecture. With goal-directed AI agents, full autonomy, and four core components (the Core AI Agent, Routing Module, Agent Assist, and Admin Dashboard), the platform delivers unmatched operational intelligence. Combined with spot-on timing amidst the AI boom, Decagon is positioned as a frontrunner in enterprise automation. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/serafinnina_5660605_91426319_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat.Decagon.docx | AIML Profile | null | null | null | Seed: $5.0M
Series A: $30.0M
Series B: $65.0M
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Arize AI is a leading company in AI observability and ML model monitoring. The platform is built to help the data science and engineering teams monitor and improve ML models. By providing real-time insights into model performance, Arize enables users to catch issues early on and assess problems quickly. The company’s primary mission is to offer a robust and scalable solution for model observability that helps teams build, deploy, and maintain quality AI systems.
Arize AI’s platform supports a wide range of cases such as LLMs, with tools for detecting performance issues, evaluating model predictions, and improving efficiency. The company emphasizes automation and ease of workflows which makes it easier for teams to monitor their models, track metrics, and data driven improvements. Because of its focus on AI transparency, Arize AI aims to bridge the gap between model development and deployment, driving both innovation and trust in AI systems. Arize AI’s solutions ensure that organizations can maximize the value of their AI investments. | https://arize.com/ | Private | “We make AI work” | Berkeley, CA | 2020 | Adams Street Partners, M12 (Microsoft's venture fund), Sinewave Ventures, OMERS Ventures, Datadog, PagerDuty, Industry Ventures, Archerman Capital | It is in growth phase, in Feb of this year they raised $70 million in a Series C funding round. Developments reflect the company’s ongoing expansion | Arize AI offers a suite of products and services designed to enhance AI observability and model performance. Their main offering is the Arize AI platform, which includes tools for real time monitoring, troubleshooting, and ML model evaluations. Key features of the platform include model performance tracking, bias detection, root cause analysis and drift analysis. Also, Arize AI provides integrations with popular machine learning frameworks and tools, enabling seamless integration into existing workflows. They help organizations ensure X$ans their AI models deliver accurate, scalable, and trusty outcomes. | AI and ML models are often deployed without proper observability, leading to performance issues and lack of transparency. | They offer a comprehensive platform for AI. Their platform provide real time insights. | Ariza AI offers tools for monitoring, debugging, and improving AI models to ensure transparency, trust, and performance at scale. | They follow a subscription based business model. They offer a platform for monitoring and improving AI model performances, and their model typically includes different tiers depending on scale and usage needs of the organization. Metrics often include Monthly Active Users, RPU, expansion revenue, and revenue per user. | Arize AI’s tech stack is a combination of modern machine learning, data engineering, and cloud technololgies to provide an observability platform for AI models. They integrate popular ML frameworks to allow for model tracking and performance monitoring. They use cloud technologies for scalability and handling large AI deployments. Arize uses data analytics to detect issues in real time. | Arize AI has carved a niche in the growing field of AI by providing innovative solutions that allow businesses to monitor, debug, and optimize their AI models in real time. Their platform addresses the critical challenge of ensuring that AI systems perform as expected. The company’s success can be attributed to its strong leadership, advanced technology, and recognition of the growing need for model monitoring as AI becomes integral across industries. Arize AI has been able to help organizations have reliable and accurate models through automated anomaly detection.
The company’s business model, revolving around cloud based SaaS solutions is well aligned with industry demands for scalable, efficient tools that simplify complex AI management tasks. Arize AI has also demonstrated a strong financial acumen by securing funding from investors ($70 million Series C round). The company’s ability to differentiate itself in a competitive market and with its value proposition, created stronger user satisfaction and industry recognition. As AI adoption continues to expand, Arize AI’s solutions are poised to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of AI.
In addition to its innovative tech and strong business foundation, Arize AI benefits from a culture of collaboration and resilience. The company has shown adaptability in navigating industry challenges and pivoting in response to market needs. Arize AI’s solutions continue to be essential for ensuring the responsible and effective deployment of machine learning models. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/shahpiya_5664667_91409620_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat_AI.docx | AIML Profile | null | null | null | $70 million in a Series C funding round | null | null | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 |
Quris AI is a cutting-edge biotechnology company pioneering the use of artificial intelligence to revolutionize drug development. Founded with the goal of enhancing the predictability and efficiency of pharmaceutical R&D, Quris focuses on solving one of the industry's most persistent challenges: accurately forecasting human response to drugs before clinical trials. By leveraging AI-driven "patient-on-a-chip" technology, the company replicates human biology at the microscale, enabling more precise, ethical, and cost-effective drug testing.
The company's mission is to eliminate the guesswork and inefficiencies that plague traditional drug development by integrating AI with advanced cell biology. This approach allows Quris to identify promising drug candidates with a higher likelihood of success in clinical trials, reducing both the time and financial investment needed to bring new therapies to market. With a strong emphasis on personalized medicine, Quris aims to pave the way for safer, more effective treatments tailored to individual patient needs.
At its core, Quris AI is focused on transforming the pharmaceutical landscape by replacing outdated animal models with human-relevant testing systems. Its innovative fusion of bioengineering, stem cell technology, and machine learning not only accelerates the path to new cures but also ensures a future where patients receive treatments that are safer, faster, and more precisely targeted. | https://www.quris.ai/ | Private | tackling the most impactful AI challenge of our time: predicting which drug candidates will safely work in humans. | Tel Aviv, Israel | 2021 | SoftBank Vision Fund 2, GlenRock Capital, iAngels, Welltech Ventures, and First Avenue Ventures | Growth | Quris AI offers an AI-powered “patient-on-a-chip” platform that predicts drug safety and efficacy using human stem cell models. Its services include drug safety profiling, custom predictive modeling, and partnerships for AI-driven drug discovery. | Quris AI solves the problem of high drug failure rates by accurately predicting which drug candidates will be safe and effective in humans before clinical trials. | Quris AI offers a predictive platform that uses AI and human-based "patient-on-a-chip" technology to accurately test drug safety and efficacy, reducing the risk and cost of drug development. | Quris AI's value proposition is to accelerate drug development by providing more accurate, cost-effective, and human-relevant predictions of drug safety and efficacy, reducing the time and financial risks associated with clinical trials. | Quris AI operates on a Subscription and Fixed Price business model. It offers its AI-powered drug development platform and services to pharmaceutical companies through subscription-based access, while also providing custom services like predictive modeling and drug safety profiling on a fixed-price basis. Key metrics include the number of active subscriptions, customer retention rates, and the total value of contracts for bespoke services. | Quris AI leverages a cutting-edge technology stack that combines artificial intelligence, machine learning, and advanced bioengineering. Its core innovation is the “patient-on-a-chip” system, which replicates human tissue using stem cell-derived models, enabling more accurate simulations of drug responses. The platform integrates AI algorithms to analyze vast datasets, predict drug safety and efficacy, and provide insights into personalized medicine. This tech stack includes deep learning frameworks, cloud-based computational tools, and specialized bioengineering systems for tissue modeling, making it a comprehensive solution for drug development. | Quris-AI has emerged as a leader in AI-driven drug development due to its unique approach in leveraging artificial intelligence to predict human responses to drug candidates. By using its proprietary Bio-AI platform, the company reduces the risks associated with clinical trials, which are traditionally costly and prone to failure. This innovation directly addresses one of the biggest challenges in the pharmaceutical industry—predicting drug efficacy and safety before reaching human trials—thus making drug development faster and more cost-effective. The company’s strong leadership, innovative technology, and ability to meet pressing industry needs have positioned it well for sustained success.
Additionally, Quris-AI's strategic partnerships, including its collaborations with industry giants like Merck KGaA and its acquisition of cutting-edge technologies such as Nortis, have further enhanced its platform’s capabilities. By combining AI with organ-on-chip technology, the company is able to predict drug-induced toxicity and responses more accurately. These advancements have strengthened its value proposition, solidifying Quris-AI as a trusted partner in the pharmaceutical sector. With its clear focus on fulfilling unmet needs and its proven ability to adapt and pivot in a competitive landscape, Quris-AI has successfully carved out a crucial niche in the growing field of AI-powered drug development. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/solorzanomariaisabella_5611636_91392492_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat (2).docx | AIML Profile | N/a | N/a | N/a | Quris AI has raised a total of $37 million in funding across multiple rounds. Notable rounds include:
Seed Round: $9 million led by SoftBank Vision Fund 2 in December 2022.
Series A: Additional funding raised from investors such as GlenRock Capital, iAngels, and Welltech Ventures. | N/a | N/a | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 |
LangChain, founded in 2022, is an open-source framework that helps developers build LLM-powered apps like chatbots and Q&A tools. With its modular design and easy integration of external data and tools, it’s become a go-to platform for creating interactive generative AI solutions. | https://www.langchain.com/ | Private | Build LLM apps of tomorrow, today | San Francisco, CA | 2022 | Benchmark, Sequoia, Amplify Partners, etc. | Hypergrowth | LangChain builds tools that help developers create and manage applications using large language models (LLMs). Its main products, LangChain and LangSmith, let users connect LLMs with other data and track how well they work. These tools make it easier and faster to build AI apps that are ready for real use. | Building LLM apps is complex, especially when connecting with external data and tracking performance | LangChain and LangSmith simplify LLM app development, providing integration tools and observability features | LangChain makes it faster and easier for developers to create powerful AI applications, even with limited resources | LangChain is open-source and monetizes through LangSmith, a paid platform offering tools for evaluating and managing LLM apps. | LangChain uses Python and TypeScript to build LLM apps. It supports RAG, connects to APIs and databases, and integrates with major AI models like OpenAI and Anthropic. | LangChain's success is attributed to its strong leadership, innovative product design, and effective marketing strategy. The company showcased its financial status, met customer needs through its multifunctional LangSmith platform, and is at the forefront of the fiercely competitive field of artificial intelligence development tools. With a strong culture of innovation, solid intellectual property practices, and timely product releases, LangChain is fully prepared for sustained growth. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/tanzunyu_5671125_91419013_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat (AI).docx | AIML Profile | null | null | null | $40 million total | null | null | 5 | -1 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | -1 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Glean’s purpose is to maximize every employee’s ability to do their best work through the use of AI. Their main focus is in making it easier for employees to find answers at the workplace. However, their purpose also involves improving employees’ work experience by creating AI that helps create new content and automate work. | glean.com | Private | Work AI for all. | Palo Alto, CA | 2019 | Coatue, Kleiner Perkins, General Catalyst, ICONIQ Growth, Cacti, Latitude Capital, Craft Ventures, Altimeter, Lightspeed Venture Partners | Growth | Glean offers a variety of services such as a work AI platform, workplace search, Glean Assistant, Glean Agents, data analysis tools, and AI Governance. Glean offers a variety of services that can help boost productivity in the workplace as well as tools that help other companies create their own AI tools and applications. Although the primary purpose of Glean is to provide workplace search, Glean also provides AI that can help automate tasks and analyze data. | Employees often struggle with finding answers to questions that are specific to their work environment. Data that one needs can be scattered across multiple application and data sources, | Glean offers workplace search that allows for easy and efficient search through workplace information. This search accesses all documents and all applications that the user has access to in order to retrieve information. | Using Glean’s services, companies will benefit from increased productivity through employees who have greater awareness and knowledge. Glean’s other AI services also boost productivity through automation. | Glean has a B2B business model. Companies pay for Glean’s services. Glean then works closely with the company to integrate the search and work AI platform into their environment. | Glean makes heavy use of LLMs and agentic AI in order to provide its services. Glean also works with cloud solutions such as Google Cloud. | Glean’s primary reason for success is its ability to integrate all parts of the workplace into its solutions. This allows employees to use everything from company documentation to their own Slack messages when trying to perform a workplace search. Moreover, Glean’s focus on proactive suggestions is also a major differentiating factor. This enables Glean to maintain high customer satisfaction. Glean also provides tools for creating AI applications, which is a growing need in today's AI-driven world. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/tatikondanithin_5568199_91394542_Glean Profile.docx | AIML Profile | null | null | null | $620M total, 5 rounds | null | null | 5 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Reflexivity (formerly Toggle AI) is a technology company specializing in AI-driven automation and robotics for industrial applications. Originally focused on robotic rebar fabrication for the construction industry, the company has evolved to develop advanced AI-powered solutions that enhance efficiency, precision, and scalability in complex manufacturing and labor-intensive processes. Reflexivity’s mission is to bridge the gap between human labor and automation by leveraging cutting-edge artificial intelligence, driving innovation in industrial workflows, and enabling smarter, more sustainable operations. | https://toggle.ai/ and https://reflexivity.com/ | Private | You don’t need to be a data scientist to harness the power of AI. | HQ: New York | 2019 | SoftBank Latin America Fund, General Catalyst | Growth, Hypergrowth, Pivot, Winddown, For sale, Bankrupt, etc | Reflexivity offers AI-powered robotics and software solutions that automate labor-intensive tasks in industries like construction. Its core product is a robotic system for rebar fabrication, supported by intelligent software that optimizes workflows and adapts to project needs. Reflexivity also provides deployment and support services, helping clients boost productivity, reduce costs, and improve safety. | Reflexivity is solving the problem of labor shortages and inefficiencies in construction and manufacturing by automating time-consuming, repetitive tasks with AI-driven robotics. | Reflexivity offers an AI-powered robotic system that automates repetitive, labor-intensive tasks to boost efficiency, reduce costs, and address workforce shortages. | Reflexivity’s value proposition is increased efficiency, lower labor costs, and improved safety through intelligent automation tailored to the needs of industrial and construction workflows. | Reflexivity operates primarily under a Value-Added Reseller (VAD/VAR) and Fixed Price business model, selling integrated robotics and AI software systems for industrial automation. They may also offer subscription-based services for software, maintenance, or performance monitoring. Key metrics likely include units deployed, cost savings for clients, and recurring revenue from ongoing support. | Reflexivity uses AI, robotics, and computer vision to automate labor-intensive tasks like rebar fabrication. Their tech stack likely includes Python, C++, ROS for robotics control, and cloud-based tools for monitoring and optimization. This enables precise, adaptive automation in complex industrial environments. | Reflexivity succeeded by solving a clear, high-impact problem: labor inefficiency in construction. Through AI-powered robotics for rebar fabrication, the company delivered a solution that cut costs, saved time, and addressed workforce shortages. Its focused technology, combined with strong leadership and the ability to pivot from its origins as Toggle AI, positioned it well in a slow-to-evolve industry.
By staying lean, targeting a real need, and building a scalable product, Reflexivity stood out as a smart, timely innovation in industrial automation. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/throneholstsina_5794404_91387352_Reflexitivity.docx | AIML Profile | $190M | null | null | $48.75M | null | null | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 |
Nate is an AI-driven fintech startup founded in 2018 by Albert Saniger. The company's mission is to streamline and personalize the online shopping experience by enabling users to purchase products from any e-commerce site with a single click. Nate aims to empower consumers by consolidating shopping activities into one seamless, private interface, enhancing convenience and security. The App simplifies online shopping by allowing users to purchase products from any e-commerce site through a single app. Users input their payment and shipping details once, and Nate utilizes AI to automate the checkout process across various retailers. The app also offers features like buy now, pay later (BNPL), curated shopping lists, and social sharing options. | https://www.nate.tech | private | Share & shop your world, all in one app. | New York City | 2018 | Renegade Partners, Forerunner Ventures, Canaan Partners, Coatue | Growth | Nate’s primary offering is to enable customers to buy products from any e-commerce webpage with one click. Users can share a product link with Nate, which then automates the checkout process, eliminating the need to manually enter payment and shipping information. The app also offers features such as creating and sharing curated shopping lists, sending gifts via text without requiring the recipient's address, and providing buy now, pay later (BNPL) options. | Time-intense online shopping experiences due to the need to manually search for products, enter payment & shipping details, and complete any necessary authorizations. | Nate solves this problem by utilizing AI to do all those steps automatically. All that needs to be provided by the User is a link of the product, and AI will take care of the rest. | Nate simplifies and personalizes online shopping by enabling users to buy anything from any store with one tap—securely, privately, and effortlessly. | Nate operates on a consumer-facing app model, earning revenue through transaction fees, affiliate commissions, and buy now, pay later (BNPL) partnerships. It monetizes by automating the checkout process across retailers, offering a seamless, all-in-one shopping experience. Nate’s affiliate commissions range from 5-15% depending on product category and industry. | The app uses machine learning algorithms and computer vision to navigate e-commerce websites, recognize checkout fields, and automatically fill in payment and shipping details. This process mimics human online behavior but is executed faster and more efficiently by AI. Additionally, Nate leverages natural language processing (NLP) to interpret user queries and personalize shopping experiences, including curated lists and gifting suggestions. | Nate was a success because it introduced a completely new way to shop online—one that had never been done before. Unlike traditional platforms that rely on merchant integrations or limited catalogues, Nate allowed users to purchase anything from any website with just one tap, automating the entire checkout process. This universal, AI-driven approach to e-commerce gave consumers an unmatched level of convenience and positioned Nate as a pioneer in merging fintech with real-time, cross-platform shopping automation.
Its innovation lay not only in the technology but also in its philosophy around privacy and simplicity. At a time when most digital commerce experiences were fragmented and filled with ads or upsells, Nate offered a clean, user-first solution that respected user data and centralized the shopping journey. This bold vision, supported by sleek design and social shopping features, made the app feel fresh and intuitive to handle. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/wimmersimon_5793578_91388752_AI Business Profile_Simon Wimmer.docx | AIML Profile | 2024: $3.8m | ~$300m | n.a. | Series A: $38m
Seed: $8m
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Storytailor is an AI-driven storytelling platform founded in 2022 that allows users—especially children and educators—to create personalized, interactive stories. With a mission to make storytelling more inclusive, creative, and accessible, the company blends artificial intelligence with user-driven inputs to produce dynamic and customizable narratives. Storytailor’s goal is to empower creativity while also supporting literacy and emotional development in young readers through engaging digital tools. The company stands out for its screen-free storytelling options and educational focus, having already collaborated with children’s hospitals and K–12 schools. Storytailor continues to innovate in the educational tech space by offering API integrations and expanding its voice AI capabilities to support multilingual, narrated content. | https://www.storytailor.com/ | Private | “Every child deserves to be the hero of their own story.” | San Francisco | 2022 | Undisclosed seed investors | Growth, Hypergrowth, Pivot, Winddown, For sale, Bankrupt, etc | Storytailor provides a digital platform where users can create fully personalized stories by choosing characters, themes, and educational objectives. Users can download their stories or have them read aloud by AI-generated voiceovers in multiple languages. Their offerings include:
AI Story Creator
Multilingual Voice Narration
Printable and Downloadable Books
Educational Integrations (API)
Therapeutic Story Templates for Hospitals | Children often lack access to personalized and culturally relevant stories that reflect their lives and languages. | An intuitive, AI-powered platform that generates custom stories with multilingual narration and inclusive characters. | Storytailor empowers kids to see themselves in the stories they read or hear, helping boost creativity, inclusion, and literacy development in a fun, tech-forward way. | Storytailor operates on a freemium subscription model, offering free basic story generation and premium tiers for schools, families, and healthcare providers.
Subscription Tiers: $4.99/month for families, custom plans for institutions
Metrics: Over 100K stories created; 5K+ monthly active users | Storytailor uses generative AI models for language processing and voice synthesis. The platform is built on a Python backend with AI models fine-tuned for child-safe content generation. They utilize cloud services (AWS), React for the front end, and proprietary algorithms for story logic and character development. Their AI narration system includes multilingual voice cloning tech. | Storytailor is a success story in the emerging field of personalized digital education. By identifying a real gap in culturally relevant, customizable storytelling tools for children, they’ve built a platform that’s not only creative but also socially impactful. Their technology enables children to star in their own narratives, speak in their own language, and explore educational content that feels personal and inclusive. The company’s clever fusion of AI, education, and empathy has earned it recognition in both tech and academic circles. With a scalable product, strong early traction, and a clear mission, Storytailor has carved out a niche in EdTech and is well-positioned for future growth, especially as schools and families increasingly turn to AI-enhanced learning tools. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/wusamantha_LATE_5659854_91447087_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat_AI startup.docx | AIML Profile | Estimated $400K ARR | null | null | Estimated $1.2M in seed funding | null | null | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 |
Developer of humanoid robots designed to address drastic labor shortages and reduce the number of workers in unsafe jobs. The company develops commercially viable autonomous humanoid robots that lend support across manufacturing, logistics, warehousing and retail, enabling businesses to deploy and automate manual labor.
FigureAI outlines guiding principles centered on bold innovation and speed, emphasizing the need to take calculated risks in the pursuit of a commercially viable humanoid robot. They call for unwavering alignment with the mission, persistent optimism, and a forward-thinking approach that values long-term societal impact over short-term gains. Additionally, FigureAI highlights the importance of teamwork and a championship mindset, urging everyone to collaborate closely and continuously strive for excellence. | https://www.figure.ai/ | Private Series B | bring a commercially viable humanoid to the market | Sunnyvale, CA | 2022 | Arcapita, Blanck Capital, Quantum Angels, 2468 Ventures, and AJAX Capital Partners | Early Stage VC -- Private | Figure offers an integrated AI platform that empowers businesses to harness the full potential of machine learning and advanced analytics. Their suite of products delivers real-time data visualization, predictive analytics, and process automation tools designed to drive smarter decision-making and operational efficiency. In addition to their core software offerings, Figure provides expert consulting, system integration support, and ongoing technical services to ensure smooth implementation and maximize the impact of AI-driven strategies. | Figure solves the problem of turning complex, fragmented data into actionable insights. By providing AI-powered tools for real-time analytics and automation, they help businesses make faster, smarter decisions and boost efficiency. | Figure offers an AI-driven platform that combines real-time data analytics, predictive modeling, and automation to streamline decision-making. Their solution helps businesses unlock insights, reduce manual work, and improve overall operational efficiency. | Figure delivers an AI-powered platform that transforms complex data into real-time insights and automation, enabling businesses to boost efficiency and make smarter decisions. | Advertising, Fixed Price, Subscription, VAD/VAR, Channel, Subscription. Include metrics. | Figure leverages a cutting-edge technology stack combining electromechanical engineering, artificial intelligence, and robotics to develop general-purpose humanoid robots designed for human environments. Rather than building custom robots for specific tasks, Figure focuses on creating one versatile humanoid with human-like capabilities—two arms, two legs, and hands—that can perform a wide range of functions. Their technology includes advanced AI systems for real-time perception and decision-making, fully electromechanical hardware with human-equivalent range of motion and strength, and ongoing improvements in safety and scalability through volume manufacturing. This holistic approach allows Figure to build intelligent embodied agents capable of navigating and interacting with unstructured, real-world environments safely and efficiently. | Figure has gained recognition in the robotics industry by developing general-purpose humanoid robots designed to operate in complex, human environments. Unlike task-specific industrial robots, Figure’s human-shaped platform can perform a wide range of tasks, offering unmatched versatility across sectors like logistics, manufacturing, and retail.
The company’s success stems from its focus on advanced AI, safe human-robot interaction, and scalable manufacturing. By combining cutting-edge technology with a long-term vision, Figure is redefining automation and shaping the future of work. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/xuchristine_LATE_5617342_91426493_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat-1.docx | AIML Profile | ~$1.5 B | n/a | N/A | $845 million | n/a | n/a | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 |
UiPath is a global software company specializing in robotic process automation (RPA) that enables enterprises to automate repetitive tasks, streamline operations, and accelerate digital transformation. Founded with a mission to unlock human creativity and productivity by enabling robots to handle monotonous tasks, UiPath empowers businesses to optimize efficiency, enhance customer experiences, and improve compliance. Their focus is on democratizing automation through an accessible, intuitive platform that integrates seamlessly with existing systems. | www.uipath.com | Public | Shaping the future of agentic automation | New York, USA | 2005 | Accel, CapitalG, Sequoia, Coatue Management | Hypergrowth, | UiPath provides robotic process automation software products including UiPath Studio for designing automation workflows, UiPath Robots for executing these automations, and UiPath Orchestrator for managing and monitoring enterprise-scale automations. | Inefficient manual business processes. | Automation software to digitize repetitive tasks. | I think UiPath's value proposition lies in their ability to deliver significant operational cost reduction, increased accuracy, productivity enhancement, and improved employee satisfaction by focusing human resources on higher-value tasks. | Subscription-based licensing, with metrics such as annual recurring revenue (ARR), customer retention rate, and expansion revenue growth. | UiPath leverages machine learning, and cloud computing technologies. Its technology stack includes .NET, cloud-native architecture (Azure, AWS), AI modules, Computer Vision for accurate task identification, and integrations with various enterprise applications such as SAP, Salesforce, and Oracle. | UiPath has been really successful mainly because they found an important area of automation where companies needed a lot of help—repetitive tasks that take a lot of human effort and time. Their software robots (RPA solutions) make it easier for companies to automate boring jobs so employees can focus on more meaningful work. By doing this, UiPath saves companies time and money, which has made it very attractive to businesses around the world. Another big reason for UiPath’s success is their effective business model, which uses subscription-based pricing. This means businesses pay regularly to use UiPath’s software, creating a steady and predictable stream of income for UiPath. This strategy has helped UiPath grow quickly, become profitable, and attract big investors. Lastly, the leadership team at UiPath did a good job staying flexible and listening to their customers. They made sure to keep updating and improving their software to meet changing customer needs. They also expanded their technology in ways that kept them ahead of competitors. Overall, UiPath’s combination of solving real customer problems, a smart subscription model, and good leadership has made them very successful. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/AIML Profile/yudavid_5621219_91412816_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat-1.docx | AIML Profile | ~ $1.2 billion (FY 2024) | $11 billion | PATH (NYSE) $10.04
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Sahara AI tackles significant challenges in the AI space by prioritizing decentralization, ensuring that control is not concentrated in the hands of a few entities. By removing centralized control, Sahara AI fosters a more democratic and inclusive development environment, which enables a wider range of contributors to actively participate. Another aspect Sahara prioritizes is decentralization, the platform boosts transparency and trust by leveraging blockchain technology. This reassures that all data contributions and model training processes are transparently recorded and immutable, which in turn builds trust among participants and strengthens the integrity and reputability of the platform. Sahara AI also recognizes the importance of incentivizing active participation. By rewarding users, data providers, and AI trainers, the platform creates a positive and motivating environment where individuals are encouraged to contribute their resources and expertise, further enriching the AI ecosystem. Throughout the future lens for Sahara, they envision a future where AI development is more transparent, inclusive, and free from ultimately concluding more ethical and innovative AI solutions. | https://saharalabs.ai/ | null | null | Los Angeles California, United States | April 2023 | Pantera Capital, Binance Labs, and Polychain Capital, with additional support from such as Samsung NEXT, Matrix Partners, dao5, and Geekcartel. | a growing startup | Decentralized Network: Leveraging blockchain technology for a trustless, permissionless environment. Autonomous AI Agents: Opportunity for users to create AI agents that extend their expertise and knowledge. Knowledge Monetization: Enabled opportunities for users to produce income from their data and knowledge. Privacy-Preserving Infrastructure: Reinforcing user data remains, ultimately securing and under user control. Scalable Knowledge Solutions: Offers customizable solutions that adapt to personal and professional needs. | Sahara AI fosters a more democratic and inclusive development environment, which enables a wider range of contributors to actively participate. | Sahara AI also recognizes the importance of incentivizing active participation. By rewarding users, data providers, and AI trainers, the platform creates a positive and motivating environment where individuals are encouraged to contribute their resources and expertise, further enriching the AI ecosystem. | this platform thrives in subscriptions models, offering their users opportunities matching their interest and needs through data markets. | Decentralized Network: Leveraging blockchain technology for a trustless, permissionless environment. Autonomous AI Agents: Opportunity for users to create AI agents that extend their expertise and knowledge. Knowledge Monetization: Enabled opportunities for users to produce income from their data and knowledge. Privacy-Preserving Infrastructure: Reinforcing user data remains, ultimately securing and under user control. Scalable Knowledge Solutions: Offers customizable solutions that adapt to personal and professional needs. | Sahara Ai’s long term goal is to enable contributions from a wide range of participants, from individual contributors to larger enterprises, this platform thrives in subscriptions models, offering their users opportunities matching their interest and needs through data markets. While achieving this goal Sahara AI also addresses possible confounders such being, transparency, copyright, and privacy in the AI industry. Sahara Ai have proven themselves as a growing startup company at the intersection of blockchain and artificial intelligence, hoping to democratic AI progress through a decentralized platform. “As AI technology advances, the complexity of its data requirements grows.” This company was originally founded in April 2023, the CEO/Co-Founder being Sean Ren, as previously stated this company has rapidly continued to grow within their industry securing 43 million in a Series A funding round through reputable investors, examples of such being Pantera Capital, Binance Labs, and Polychain Capital, with additional support from such as Samsung NEXT, Matrix Partners, dao5, and Geekcartel. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/aryansimon_5727271_91210537_Spring2025_BusinessProfileSaharaAI.docx | Blockchain Profile | null | null | null | 43 million in a Series A funding round through reputable investors, examples of such being Pantera Capital, Binance Labs, and Polychain Capital, with additional support from such as Samsung NEXT, Matrix Partners, dao5, and Geekcartel. | null | null | -1 | 5 | 4 | -1 | -1 | 3 | -1 | 4 | -1 | 5 | 4 | 5 |
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Aptos Labs is a blockchain technology company headquartered in Palo Alto, California. Founded in 2021 by Mo Shaikh and Avery Ching, both former employees of Facebook's Diem project, the company aims to deliver a scalable, secure, and upgradable Layer-1 blockchain for the Web3 ecosystem. Leveraging their expertise from previous blockchain initiatives, Aptos Labs focuses on enhancing the user experience and driving mainstream adoption of decentralized applications. | https://aptoslabs.com/ | Private | null | Palo Alto, California, U.S. | 2021 | Andreessen Horowitz, Apollo Global Management, Franklin Templeton, FTX Ventures, Multicoin Capital, Binance Labs, among others | Growth | Aptos Labs offers the Aptos blockchain, a Layer-1 platform designed to provide scalability, security, and flexibility for decentralized applications. The blockchain utilizes the Move programming language, initially developed for the Diem project, to facilitate efficient and secure transaction processing. Aptos Labs also provides development tools and resources to support developers in building on their platform. | Existing blockchain platforms often face challenges related to scalability, security, and upgradability, hindering widespread adoption and limiting the potential of decentralized applications. | Aptos Labs addresses these challenges by offering a Layer-1 blockchain that emphasizes high throughput, low latency, and robust security measures, thereby enhancing the overall user experience and fostering the growth of the Web3 ecosystem. | Aptos Labs delivers a next-generation blockchain platform that combines scalability, security, and flexibility, enabling developers to build innovative decentralized applications with ease and confidence. | Aptos Labs operates on a platform-as-a-service model, providing blockchain infrastructure and development tools to businesses and developers. Revenue streams include partnerships, enterprise solutions, and ecosystem development initiatives. | The Aptos blockchain leverages the Move programming language, designed for safe and efficient smart contract development. The platform incorporates a modular architecture, consensus mechanisms, and state synchronization techniques to achieve high performance and reliability. | Aptos Labs, founded in 2021 by Mo Shaikh and Avery Ching, is a blockchain technology startup based in Palo Alto, California. Leveraging expertise gained from the Diem project at Meta, Aptos Labs has built a next-generation Layer-1 blockchain focused on scalability, security, and ease of use for decentralized applications (dApps). The platform's foundation on the Move programming language, originally developed for Diem, enables efficient and secure smart contract execution. With substantial backing from notable investors like Andreessen Horowitz and Binance Labs, Aptos Labs has raised approximately $410 million, achieving a valuation of $1 billion by 2022.
The primary challenge Aptos Labs addresses is the scalability and security limitations of existing blockchain networks, which impede the widespread adoption of Web3 technologies. Their innovative approach to blockchain architecture, including modular design and enhanced consensus mechanisms, ensures high throughput and low latency for transactions. This makes the Aptos blockchain a compelling choice for developers and businesses seeking to build secure, scalable dApps.
Aptos Labs' success can be attributed to its strong leadership, robust funding, and differentiated technology stack, which collectively enhance its ability to compete in the rapidly evolving blockchain industry. Strategic partnerships and a clear focus on solving key blockchain challenges position Aptos Labs as a significant player in the Web3 ecosystem. By offering a scalable and developer-friendly platform, Aptos Labs is well-poised to accelerate the adoption of decentralized technologies and drive growth in the blockchain sector. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/bashirosaydasif_5670978_91182641_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat.docx | Blockchain Profile | $15 million annually | $3,674,533,178 | null | Raised approximately $410 million over multiple funding rounds, with a valuation of $1 billion as of March 2022 | null | null | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 |
Allium is a blockchain data infrastructure startup that simplifies and enhances access to blockchain data for enterprises. Founded in 2021, the company’s mission is to drive trust and transparency in blockchain technology by providing enterprise-grade, real-time blockchain data solutions. With an emphasis on making blockchain data more accessible and actionable, Allium helps businesses integrate blockchain insights seamlessly into their operations. | https://www.allium.so/ | Private | Accurate, Fast, Simple blockchain data | New York, NY, USA | 2021 | Theory Ventures, Kleiner Perkins, Amplify Partners | Growth | Blockchain networks generate massive amounts of complex data, making it difficult for enterprises to extract actionable insights. Many businesses struggle to integrate blockchain data effectively into their systems. | Allium provides structured, enriched blockchain data, making it easier for companies to access and use. With its managed databases, real-time alerting, and analytics tools, Allium helps businesses leverage blockchain data without technical barriers. | Blockchain networks generate massive amounts of complex data, making it difficult for enterprises to extract actionable insights. Many businesses struggle to integrate blockchain data effectively into their systems. | Allium provides structured, enriched blockchain data, making it easier for companies to access and use. With its managed databases, real-time alerting, and analytics tools, Allium helps businesses leverage blockchain data without technical barriers. | Accurate, fast, and simplified access to blockchain data that enables enterprises to make better decisions, identify new opportunities, and improve operational efficiency. | Allium operates on a subscription-based model, offering its data solutions to enterprises. The company generates revenue through tiered pricing plans based on API access volume, enterprise data needs, and custom analytics services. | Allium’s platform is built on managed blockchain databases, enriched data schemas, and real-time alerting systems. It supports data from over 40 blockchains, covering networks such as Ethereum, Solana, and Polygon. The system processes millions of blockchain events per day, offering response times under 100 milliseconds for queries. Additionally, Allium's API has a 99.9% uptime rate, ensuring reliable access to critical blockchain insights for enterprise clients. The platform continuously expands its blockchain coverage and refines data accuracy through machine learning-driven enrichment techniques. | Allium has positioned itself as a key player in the blockchain data infrastructure space, solving a crucial problem—making blockchain data more accessible and useful for businesses. By offering enterprise-grade data solutions, the company has attracted strong investors and is experiencing steady growth. With a focus on simplicity, speed, and accuracy, Allium helps businesses leverage blockchain data effectively, setting itself apart from competitors who focus on different aspects of blockchain infrastructure. While still relatively small, the company has strong differentiation, a clear market need, and the ability to scale, making it a promising startup in the blockchain industry. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/behmerblake_5723724_91208790_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat (1).docx | Blockchain Profile | Estimated annual revenue is approximately $600,300. Another source suggests revenue is less than $5 million. | null | null | $21.5 million total, including a $16.5 million Series A in 2024 | null | null | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 |
Humanity Protocol is a blockchain startup dedicated to decentralized identity verification using biometric palm recognition technology. Founded in 2023 by CEO Terence Kwok, the company aims to address challenges related to bots, fake accounts, and online fraud while ensuring user privacy. By leveraging blockchain technology, Humanity Protocol provides a secure and efficient way to verify human identities without compromising personal data. Their mission is to revolutionize digital authentication and enhance online trust. | https://www.humanity.org | Private | Verifying Humanity, Ensuring Trust | Hong Kong | 2023 | Pantera Capital, Jump Crypto | Growth Stage | Humanity Protocol offers a decentralized identity verification system using biometric palm scanning technology. The company enables users to authenticate themselves without sharing sensitive personal data, preventing Sybil attacks and online fraud. Its technology is designed for Web3 applications, social media, financial transactions, and healthcare access. | The rise of AI, deep-fake technology, and bot-driven fraud has led to increasing challenges in distinguishing real individuals from fake accounts. Current identity verification solutions either lack security or compromise privacy. | Humanity Protocol provides a decentralized, private, and tamper-proof identity verification system using blockchain and biometric authentication. | Ensures secure, private, and verifiable digital identities in an increasingly AI-driven world using a non-imitable key which is the unique palm scan of users. | Humanity Protocol operates on a Subscription & Enterprise Licensing Model, offering businesses API integrations for identity verification. Additional revenue streams may include partnerships with financial institutions and social media platforms. | Humanity Protocol leverages blockchain-based decentralized identity verification, biometric authentication, and smart contract technology. It ensures security, privacy, and Sybil resistance by linking unique biometric data to blockchain-verified identities without storing raw biometric information on-chain. | Humanity Protocol has emerged as a groundbreaking blockchain startup focused on decentralized identity verification. With AI-generated misinformation and bot proliferation on the rise, the company offers a privacy-preserving and secure biometric verification system using blockchain. Its palm recognition technology ensures that real humans, rather than bots or deepfake-generated identities, are interacting online.
Backed by Pantera Capital and Jump Crypto, Humanity Protocol recently secured $20 million in Series A funding, pushing its valuation to $1.1 billion. Its successful testnet launch in 2024 saw rapid adoption, signaling strong demand for decentralized identity solutions. Recently, Humanity Protocol celebrated a major milestone of creating over 3 million Human IDs, demonstrating rapid adoption and the growing need for decentralized identity verification.
The company stands out from competitors like Worldcoin by addressing privacy concerns and eliminating centralized control. With a clear value proposition, innovative technology, and growing industry adoption, Humanity Protocol is positioned to become a leading player in blockchain-based identity verification. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/bhatiasuveer_5794124_91206204_Futurist Class Humanity Protocol Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat.docx | Blockchain Profile | Not publicly disclosed | N/A (Private company) | N/A | $20 million (Series A, 2025) | N/A | N/A | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Ripple Labs, Inc. is a San Francisco-based technology company that provides enterprise blockchain solutions for financial institutions. Ripple's primary product, XRP, is a digital asset designed to facilitate cross-border payments by enabling faster, cheaper, and more efficient transactions. Founded in 2012, Ripple has focused on creating a decentralized network for real-time, international payments, addressing significant inefficiencies within the traditional financial system. Ripple's mission is to enable the world to move money like it moves information today, ensuring that money can be transferred seamlessly, globally, and with minimal friction. Its key focus is on transforming the financial industry by leveraging blockchain technology and promoting the adoption of digital currencies for global transactions. Ripple aims to provide a faster, more scalable solution than traditional banking infrastructure while improving transparency and reducing costs. | https://ripple.com | Private | "Reinventing Global Payments" | San Francisco, CA, USA | 2012 | Andreessen Horowitz, IDG Capital Partners, SBI Holdings | growth | Ripple offers a suite of products, with its main product being the XRP Ledger—a decentralized, open-source blockchain designed for fast and low-cost financial transactions. Ripple's flagship product, RippleNet, enables banks and financial institutions to settle cross-border transactions in real-time. Additionally, Ripple provides a range of services including liquidity solutions through XRP and blockchain-based payment settlement tools that integrate with existing financial infrastructure. | The traditional financial system is slow, expensive, and inefficient when it comes to cross-border payments, which can take days and incur high fees. | Ripple offers a blockchain-based solution that enables fast, cheap, and secure cross-border payments, making international money transfers more efficient. | Ripple's value proposition lies in its ability to provide instant global payments with lower costs compared to traditional financial institutions, making it a more attractive option for businesses and financial institutions seeking improved operational efficiency. | Ripple follows a B2B business model, offering its services primarily to banks and financial institutions. Ripple earns revenue from licensing its technology and providing liquidity services via XRP. | Ripple leverages blockchain technology to create a distributed ledger system that allows for real-time settlements. The technology stack includes a consensus algorithm called the RippleNet protocol, which facilitates instant cross-border payments without the need for a centralized clearinghouse. Ripple also uses smart contracts and tokenization through its XRP digital asset to ensure fast and secure transactions. | Ripple has revolutionized the financial industry by introducing blockchain technology to enable fast, secure, and low-cost cross-border payments. Through RippleNet and XRP, Ripple has provided financial institutions with the tools to significantly reduce transaction fees and improve the speed of cross-border payments. The company’s focus on real-time settlement and low-cost transactions has set it apart from traditional financial systems and its main competitors. Despite facing challenges, such as legal issues surrounding the classification of XRP by the U.S. SEC, Ripple’s technology has been widely adopted by banks and payment providers, driving its growth. Ripple’s success is also due to its visionary leadership, effective use of blockchain technology, and ability to address a significant market need. The company has consistently innovated its product offerings and secured major partnerships with global financial institutions. By providing a decentralized, transparent solution to the slow and expensive world of international money transfers, Ripple has positioned itself as a leader in the blockchain-powered financial technology sector. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/caiyuxuan_5658052_91205980_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat (1).docx | Blockchain Profile | Estimated at over $200 million | null | null | Over $90 million in multiple funding rounds | null | null | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Founded in 2020, Zora Labs is a marketplace for non-fungible tokens (NFT). Utilizing blockchain technology, Zora lab’s platforms offer a secondary market value to digital files including photos, videos, audio, and music, and include features such as drop alerts and notifications. The mission for Zora Labs is to build an NFT ecosystem that empowers its users with capitals, tools, and data to be competitive in global decentralized financial markets. Together, the group work towards a new paradigm for creators by enabling the creation, curation, and collection of cryptomedia. The mission is to rediscover the power of the internet by enabling an equitable system for creators. Through which, they will build a community-owned economy. | https://zora.co/ | Private | Internet Renaissance | Los Angeles, California | 2020 | Kindred Ventures, Coinbase Ventures, Haun Ventures | Growth | Zora offers a free platform to post content that will remain accessible to everyone while minting and selling accrues value to the creator and collector. Unibond is their first NFT platform for financial assets, while Xana is their new product focusing on traditional NFTs. All of these are built on top of Ethereum, which is the paradigm for open, transparent, internet-native value creation and exchange; also known for being famously hard to use. Zora is made available to as many creators as possible and made easy for everyone to use on a day-to-day basis. | The inaccessibility of transparent, open value creation and exchange due to Ethereum being hard to use. | Platforms created by Zora bridge the gap between its targeted users and such service. | Internet Renaissance through making the benefits of blockchain technology available to creators, while being accessible daily; this makes Zora the most rewarding place to post. | There are 2 million + collectors, 426k creators, 15 million NFTs being minted, and 3553 ETH (which is around 9,150,000 USD) of total creator rewards. | Zora is actively using the following technologies for its website: Common Crawl, Domain Not Resolving, SSL by Default, HSTS, Organization Schema, Cloudflare CDN, Amazon, Google, CommonCrawl Top 5m, Cloudflare Bot Manager. According to G2 stack, the company tech stack includes Google Fonts and Adobe Fonts. | The success of this company can be traced to the correct timing and the utilities it offers its users. In terms of timing, the company is funded around a time where cryptocurrency, NFTs are at its heights in terms of the waves of excitement. During such popular time, the utility that Zora offers, which is making these “hypes” available on a day-to-day basis through blockchain technology, differentiates the company from its competitors, leading to its success. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/chenchuzida_5664963_91210676_E183 Blockchain Business Profile.docx | Blockchain Profile | $1 - $10 million | null | null | $62.6M from 4 Rounds | null | null | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Story Protocol is a blockchain-based intellectual property management platform that empowers creators to protect, track, and monetize their IP assets. By using decentralized technology, Story Protocol ensures transparency, fair compensation, and a robust infrastructure for creative content for digital ages. | https://www.story.foundation/ | Private | A New era of Creativity | San Francisco, California, USA | 2022 | a16z, Hashed, Samsung Next and others | Growth | 1 paragraph to list the offerings, including products and services being sold. | Lack of transparency, inefficiency, and unfair compensation in IP ownership | A blockchain-based protocol that ensures secure, verifiable, and traceable IP transactions. | Empowering creators with full control over their IP, enhancing revenue opportunities, and fostering an open, collaborative digital content economy. | Empowering creators with full control over their IP, enhancing revenue opportunities, and fostering an open, collaborative digital content economy. | Subscription & Transaction Fees. | Story Protocol leverages blockchain to create a decentralized, immutable IP ledger, incorporating smart contracts for automated royalty distribution and secure transactions. And, this platform integrates AI-driven analytics and fraud detection. | Having attended a session with the founders of Story Protocol(last winter), it was striking how committed they are to their vision and how proactive they are in shaping the future of intellectual property management. Their deep understanding of the industry's pain points and their confidence in blockchain technology as a solution make them stand out as pioneers in this space. Story Protocol is redefining intellectual property management through blockchain technology, offering creators a decentralized and transparent way to control, track, and monetize their IP assets. By integrating smart contracts and tokenized licensing, Story Protocol ensures fair compensation and secure ownership transfers. With backing from major investors like Andreessen Horowitz and Samsung Next, the company has positioned itself as a leader in the emerging blockchain-powered IP economy. The platform’s innovative approach addresses the inefficiencies of traditional IP systems, making it an essential tool for digital creators and AI-driven industries. As it continues to expand, Story Protocol is poised to set new standards for IP management in the digital era. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/choyeeun_5794794_91212227_(StoryProtocol)Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat.docx | Blockchain Profile | Not publicly disclosed | null | null | Raised approximately $80M in Series B funding | null | null | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 |
Arweave is a blockchain-based data storage platform founded in 2017 by Sam Williams and William Jones. The company developed a unique "blockweave" technology that aims to provide permanent, decentralized storage of data, particularly web pages. | https://www.arweave.org/ | Private | Store data, permanently | London, UK | 2017 | Blockchain | Growth | 1 paragraph to list the offerings, including products and services being sold. | Digital information is increasingly vulnerable to censorship, data loss, and link rot, with traditional web storage requiring recurring payments and having no guarantee of permanence. Web archives are centralized and can be pressured to remove content. | Arweave offers a decentralized "blockweave" storage network where data is cryptographically linked and distributed across thousands of nodes worldwide, creating permanent, immutable storage that cannot be deleted or censored. | "Pay once, store forever" - users make a single upfront payment that funds perpetual storage through an endowment mechanism, eliminating recurring fees while ensuring data remains accessible for generations to come. | Arweave uses a token-based economic model. Users pay a one-time fee in AR tokens for permanent storage rather than recurring subscription fees. The network is maintained by miners who earn tokens by storing data and validating transactions. | Arweave's core technology actually depends on "blockweave," a novel architecture that differs from traditional blockchains by creating a web of connections between blocks rather than a linear chain. This is powered by their Proof of Access consensus mechanism, which requires miners to verify they can access randomly selected old blocks, creating economic incentives for long-term data storage. The technology stack includes a lot of tools including the Wildfire protocol for efficient peer-to-peer data distribution, the Storage Endowment system that manages the economics of "pay once, store forever," and SmartWeave for running smart contracts on the permanent web. Arweave's infrastructure is complemented by gateways that provide HTTP access to the network, bundlers for batch transaction processing, and an extensive SDK ecosystem that enables developers to build decentralized applications with permanent data storage capabilities. | Arweave is a pioneering force in permanent decentralized storage, offering a unique Blockweave-based infrastructure that enables forever data storage. It has a decent developer ecosystem and notable backers like a16z and Coinbase Ventures. However, its adoption remains niche, primarily among Web3 and decentralized projects. While technologically advanced, it faces competition from Filecoin's larger ecosystem and enterprise adoption. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/colnaz_5662511_91209733_NazCol_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat.docx | Blockchain Profile | $6.4M annually | Approximately $450M market capitalization for the AR token (varies with market conditions) | Not publicly traded; AR token currently trades at ~$8.50 (52-week range: $4.20 - $15.75) | Total funding of $22.8M across 4 rounds; Series A of $5M (2019) followed by $8.3M in 2020 from Andreessen Horowitz, Union Square Ventures, and Coinbase Ventures | Estimated at 15-25% based on industry averages for blockchain infrastructure | Not applicable as a private company; revenue per employee is $117,000 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | -1 | 3 | 4 | 4 | -1 | 4 | 3 | 3 |
Ava Labs is a blockchain technology company founded in 2018 by experts from Cornell University. Their main product is the Avalanche blockchain platform, launched in 2020 which is designed to be fast, scalable, and secure to address common industry challenges. The platform supports various applications like decentralized finance and enterprise solutions. Ava Labs focuses on developing this infrastructure and creating tools to make blockchain technology more accessible and widely adopted across different industries. | https://www.avalabs.org/ | Private | Digitize all the world’s assets. | New York, NY | 2018 | Andreessen Horowitz, FJ Labs, Plug and Play Tech Center | Corporate Minority Round | Ava Labs offers a suite of blockchain products and services centered around their flagship Avalanche blockchain platform. At the core of their offerings is AvaCloud, a no-code Web3 launchpad that enables businesses to create and manage custom blockchains with remarkable ease. This service allows enterprises to deploy fully operational blockchains in minutes, significantly reducing the complexity and costs traditionally associated with blockchain development. Additionally, Ava Labs supports the Avalanche platform itself, a high-performance smart contracts platform known for its speed, cost-effectiveness, and eco-friendly attributes. Through strategic partnerships, such as with Amazon Web Services, Ava Labs extends its reach, enabling enterprises to leverage AWS's global infrastructure for deploying custom blockchain solutions. | Ava labs aims to address issues in the blockchain industry such as scalability and decentralization. | Through the Avalanche blockchain platform along with Ava Cloud, it enables easy creation and management of custom blockchains. | By providing a fast, scalable, and user-friendly blockchain infrastructure, Ava Labs empowers businesses and developers to leverage blockchain technology efficiently, fostering innovation and adoption across industries without the complexities of blockchain management. | Ava Labs' monetizes through a combination of transaction fees, staking rewards, managed blockchain services, and strategic partnerships while leveraging the AVAX token's utility to maintain network security and drive ecosystem growth. | Ava Labs has recently made significant strides in enhancing its core technology stack, particularly with the introduction of Firewood, a next-generation database designed for high-throughput blockchains. This innovative database optimizes state management and is being integrated across Avalanche's Virtual Machines to boost scalability. Avalanche's distinctive technology leverages a unique consensus mechanism that combines elements of classical and Nakamoto consensus, achieving near-instant transaction finality within 1-2 seconds. The platform's architecture supports customizable subnets, allowing for parallel blockchain operation and high flexibility. | Ava Labs has established itself as a successful player in the blockchain industry, primarily due to its innovative Avalanche blockchain platform. The platform's success is evident in its recent achievements and key metrics. For example, in January 2025, Ava Labs partnered with DYOR to enhance Avalanche's accessibility and adoption, coinciding with the Avalanche9000 tech upgrade that significantly reduced gas fees. This partnership, along with the platform's focus on AI and blockchain innovations in the U.S. market, has positioned Avalanche for substantial growth. Financially, the Avalanche Foundation raised an impressive $250 million through a private token sale in December 2024, demonstrating strong investor confidence. These achievements, coupled with Avalanche's technical capabilities in supporting fast, low-cost, and eco-friendly transactions, underscore Ava Labs' success in the competitive blockchain landscape. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/corrylarissa_5614369_91212200_Ava Labs Blockchain Business Profile .docx | Blockchain Profile | $0.60 M | null | null | $356.00M VC-Backed | null | null | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 5 |
Block, Inc. is a diversified technology company specializing in financial services. It offers a range of products and services aimed at empowering individuals and businesses to participate in the economy. The company's ecosystem includes payment processing, digital wallets, buy-now-pay-later solutions, music streaming, and cryptocurrency services. (Block) | null | null | null | Oakland, CA | null | null | null | Square: Point-of-sale systems and business solutions for merchants.
Cash App: Digital wallet enabling peer-to-peer payments, banking services, and investments.
Afterpay: Buy-now-pay-later service allowing consumers to split purchases into installments.
Tidal: Music streaming platform offering high-fidelity audio and exclusive content.
Bitkey: Self-custody Bitcoin hardware wallet for secure cryptocurrency management.
Proto: Bitcoin mining system aimed at decentralizing mining operations. | null | null | “Make financial services and technology more accessible to individuals and businesses.” (Block) | null | null | null | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/cortinadanica_5659051_91200205_The Block _ BlockChain Profile.docx | Blockchain Profile | $21.916 billion | Approximately $50 billion | Shares have gained 9% in 2025, trading around $90.82. | null | null | null | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | -1 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | -1 | 4 |
CoinTracker makes cryptocurrency portfolio tracking and tax compliance simple. CoinTracker enables consumers and businesses to seamlessly track their cryptocurrency portfolio, investment performance, taxes, and more. | https://www.cointracker.io/ | Private, Series A | Personal: Crypto taxes made clear Enterprise: Accurate crypto accounting. Finally. | San Francisco, CA | 2017 | YCombinator, Accel, General Catalyst, Initialized Capital, Coinbase Ventures, Kraken Ventures, Intuit Ventures, Seven Seven Six | Growth | CoinTracker makes crypto portfolio tracking and tax reporting easy. | Filing Tax with Crypto is a hassle | Automatically generate tax forms that can work with tax filing apps like TurboTax or easily read by tax professionals. | CoinTracker saves you time and money during the crypto tax preparation process. | Subscription | CoinTracker leverages on the infrastructure tech for integration of different platforms and security features like end-to-end encryption, and token-based two-factor authentication. They leverage on network effect as they are backed by multiple crypto big names like Coinbase so they can more easily gain trust from both personal and enterprise customers. | CoinTracker is a leading crypto portfolio and tax management platform, helping users with tracking crypto assets across different platforms as well as automating the tax preparation process. It integrates and works with major exchanges, wallets, and DeFi protocols, providing a seamless and easy to use experience for both personal and professional users. The company also has a strong market position, incubated by YCombinator and recently raised $100 million dollar Series A funding from Accel. It also has close knit strategic partnerships with major crypto players like Coinbase and TurboTax. It’s recent release of the CoinTracker 2.0 app is also very popular on App store with over 300k downloads and #1 ranking of the crypto tax category. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/daichen_5570840_91195602_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat.docx | Blockchain Profile | null | null | null | Series A funding from Accel. recently raised $100 million dollar | null | null | 4 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 4 | -1 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | -1 |
The purpose of the company is to make software that allows other companies to more easily access and participate in the blockchain. By making APIs and other tools, Alchemy allows companies to circumvent the some of the obstacles of blockchain, such as the capital and resources to startup and maintain the necessary infrastructure to access blockchain networks. In doing this, Alchemy has helped open and level the playing field, allowing for more competition and innovation in the world of blockchain. | www.alchemy.com | Private | “Bringing blockchain to a billion people: | San Francisco | 2017 | 87 | Hypergrowth | The company hosts a multitude of different APIs that allow customers to integrate with NFT’s, cryptocurrencies, smart wallets, transfers, and even integration with web3. Alchemy allows corporations to access all these different aspects of blockchain networks and allows them to access a whole new market with the potential of new products. | Blockchain infrastructure can be hard and costly to maintain with all infrastructure having to be essentially custom made for each company. | Develops blockchain development software that allows companies to build, scale, and maintain blockchain infrastructure without having to deal with it in-house. | Makes blockchain technology more accessible to companies, allowing for more prolific spread. | Subscription service with multiple APIs offered. | Alchemy’s business model is based around creating and offering API’s that allow companies to build, scale, and integrate with various established blockchain networks. | Alchemy first started by co-founders Nikil Viswanathan and Joe Lau with the vision of creating an analytics platform for hedge funds and traders to use for cryptocurrencies after seeing early traction and support for the technology. During the process of creating this platform, the pair realized the difficulty involved in creating a blockchain application due to the lack of the infrastructure and tools necessary for easier creation that were already available for non-blockchain applications. With this discovery, the pair realized the market opportunity they had on their hands and pivoted the direction of their efforts.
Due to their early pivot, the value it offers to potential clients, their timing in being established during the period of maturation of blockchain technology and the blockchain market, as well as the wide variety of products that it offers. Alchemy has become the leader in its field, with a market valuation of $10.45 billion and no sign of slowing down. Other competitors have tried competing in smaller segments, such as focusing on security and compliance, but no one else has been able to compete on the same scale as Alchemy. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/diazgilberto_5577542_91211732_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat_Alchemy.docx | Blockchain Profile | null | null | null | 4 Rounds – $413.62M Total | N/A | N/A | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 |
MetaMask is a leading self-custodial cryptocurrency wallet and gateway to blockchain applications. Developed by ConsenSys, MetaMask enables users to store and manage their digital assets while providing seamless access to decentralized applications on various blockchain networks, primarily Ethereum. The platform's mission is to democratize access to the decentralized web by providing intuitive tools that empower users to maintain control of their digital identity and assets while exploring Web3 applications. | https://metamask.io | Private | "A crypto wallet & gateway to blockchain apps" | New York, NY, USA | 2016 | Part of ConsenSys, which has received funding from JP Morgan, Mastercard, UBS, and others | Growth | MetaMask offers a range of products centered around its core wallet technology, including a browser extension compatible with Chrome, Firefox, Brave, and Edge; a mobile application for iOS and Android; an institutional version for organizations; and MetaMask Portfolio for asset tracking. The platform supports token swaps, NFT management, and connections to hardware wallets, while providing access to thousands of dApps across multiple blockchain networks. | Traditional financial systems and Web2 platforms require users to lose control of their data and assets to centralized entities, creating security vulnerabilities. | MetaMask provides a self-custodial wallet where users maintain complete control of their private keys and assets, while offering a user-friendly interface to interact with decentralized applications and blockchain networks. | Empowering users with secure, self-custodial access to Web3 through intuitive tools that maintain privacy and control while simplifying blockchain interaction. | MetaMask operates primarily on a fee-based model, earning revenue through: Transaction fees from their built-in token swap feature (0.875% fee per transaction) Partnership fees from recommended dApps and services Enterprise solutions through MetaMask Institutional Key metrics include monthly active users (over 30 million as of late 2023), daily transaction volume, and swap fee revenue. | MetaMask's technology stack is built on JavaScript, utilizing React for its UI components. The platform interfaces with Ethereum and EVM-compatible blockchains through JSON-RPC API connections. MetaMask implements BIP-39 compliant HD wallets for cryptographic security, with private keys encrypted and stored locally on user devices. The platform supports ERC-20 tokens, NFTs (ERC-721 and ERC-1155), and multiple blockchain networks including Ethereum, Polygon, Arbitrum, Optimism, and BSC through its network configuration system. | MetaMask has established itself as the dominant gateway to Web3, leveraging perfect timing with the Ethereum ecosystem's growth and a compelling value proposition centered on user sovereignty. Their success stems from creating an accessible entry point while maintaining security. The platform's ability to evolve with the market—expanding from simple wallet functionality to supporting complex DeFi interactions, NFTs, and multiple networks—demonstrates remarkable product vision and adaptability. MetaMask effectively balances technical requirements with user needs. As the Web3 ecosystem continues to mature, MetaMask faces increasing competition and regulatory scrutiny, but its first-mover advantage, brand recognition, and integration within the broader ConsenSys ecosystem position it well for continued growth. The company's focus on security enhancements and cross-chain functionality shows its awareness of both user priorities and market direction. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/dingclaire_5613344_91208532_ClaireDing_Blockchain_BusinessProfile-2.docx | Blockchain Profile | Estimated $200M+ annually from swap fees | N/A | N/A | As part of ConsenSys, which raised over $700M | null | N/A | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Klaytn is an open-sourced blockchain platform developed by Ground X, Kakao subsidiary, South Korea's most popular mobile platform. Klaytn launched in 2019 with the goal of providing blockchain in a user-friendly manner to end-users as well as business users. The best of the private blockchain as well as the public blockchain is combined in the platform for customizable, scalable applications. Klaytn is highly featured in the gaming, metaverse, as well as the creator economy spaces with the backing of digital assets as well as decentralized applications. | https://www.klaytn.foundation | null | “The Blockchain for Enterprise-Grade Service” | South Korea | 2019 | Kakao, Hashed, LG Electronics | Growth | Klaytn offers a flexible blockchain infrastructure for businesses to integrate blockchain technology into their work. The platform supports decentralized applications (DApps), digital assets, and enterprise-grade solutions with low transaction fees and high performance. | Businesses need scalable, user-friendly blockchain solutions for enterprise applications | A hybrid blockchain platform that provides both public and private blockchain features, for a wide range of business needs. | Klaytn essentially offers intuitive user experience for seamless blockchain integration. | Klaytn uses a hybrid model, generating revenue through transaction fees and partnerships with enterprise clients. | Klaytn leverages a hybrid blockchain model with support for Ethereum compatibility, enabling developers to build DApps with familiar tools and technologies. | Klaytn is an enterprise-grade blockchain network offering a hybrid blockchain architecture incorporating the best of both private chains and public chains. Its focus on stability/scale, and integration allowed it to secure partnerships with the likes of OpenSea, and also, LG Electronics. With great leadership, and a solid value proposition, Klaytn seems to just keep expanding in the blockchain community, specifically in the metaverse, as well as the gaming segments. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/ganesharvind_5717886_91201416_ArvindG_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat.docx | Blockchain Profile | null | 418.04M | Klay Coin: $0.1099
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Coinme is a cryptocurrency exchange startup. Its purpose is to provide an easy way to buy and/or sell cryptocurrency using cash or a debit card. Coinme’s mission is to create a safe and simple-to-use platform. One that is accessible to everyone. It also allows users to store and manage their cryptocurrency and provides access to real time market information. | https://coinme.com/ | Private | Buy & sell crypto instantly! | Seattle | 2014 | Pomp Investments, Broslyn Capital, MoneyGram, Moonwhale Ventures, Ayre Group, Pantera Capital | Hypergrowth | Coinme provides two main ways to buy and sell cryptocurrency: Through its official app or other cash networks. Specifically, Coinstar and Moneygram (only for buying) and select ATM locations (for selling). | User-friendly access to cryptocurrency and no wait times (instant access after purchase). | Safe, low cost, and easy way to buy and sell cryptocurrency using cash or a debit card. | Ease of use/Convenience at a low price. | Transaction fees Buy using Debit Card (Visa, Mastercard): Up to 5.49% exchange fee plus 3.25% card processing fee Sell using Debit Card (Visa): Up to 5.49% exchange fee plus 1.5% instant withdrawal fee Buy through Coinstar: 12.5% exchange fee plus 4% transaction fee Buy through Moneygram: 4% exchange fee plus $2.75 per transaction fee Sell at ATM: Up to 1.99% cash exchange fee | Coinme relies heavily on blockchain technology. Specifically, blockchain ensures accuracy, security, efficiency, and prevents fraud. Blockchain verifies each cryptocurrency transaction, it is decentralized (no single institution facilitates cryptocurrency), can run 24/7, and due to its immutable nature, it's almost impossible to alter transactions. | Coinme is a moderate success. They have partnered with Moneygram and Coinstar, giving them access to thousands of kiosks (Coinstar has about 20,000 kiosks worldwide) and an easy way for people to move cash via Moneygram. They have also raised $35 million and acquired Pantera Capital (well-known Hedge Fund and VC Firm in crypto) as an investor. Moreover, their revenue has grown 164% each year since their founding in 2014. However, they have faced notable setbacks. In 2023, SEC fined them $4 million for misleading investors in 2017 during a token sale. Furthermore, customers often complain about poor service and transaction issues. These two factors hold it back from being a complete success. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/gutierrezeduardo_5613693_91148001_Business Profile_ Blockchain.docx | Blockchain Profile | $1 billion | null | null | $35 million | null | null | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
TRM Labs is a blockchain company founded by Esteban Castano and Rahul Raina, located in San Francisco, California. TRM Labs is focused on detecting, mitigating, and investigating financial crimes. With the rise of cryptocurrency in the financial world, TRM Labs believes the benefits of digital assets will have meaningful impacts on society, but financial systems will be at global risk. Therefore, the company is committed to providing financial institutions and governments with the tools and solutions necessary to fight fraud, money laundering, and financial crime. TRM Labs relies on a blend of blockchain data and advanced analytics to monitor transactions for suspicious activity/compliance, provide risk compliance, and means for tracking down transactions. | https://www.trmlabs.com/ | Private | Extraordinary people, unyielding mission | San Francisco, CA | 2018 | 10T Holdings, AMEX Ventures, Aramex Ventures, B Capital Group, etc. | Growth, Generating Revenue | TRM Labs provides a variety of solutions for users and organizations to ensure financial safety. solutions are categorized under investigation, professional services, compliance, industries, and use cases. Within investigation, TRM Labs provides forensic tracing services to trace cryptocurrency transactions between entities and addresses, visualizing the source and destination of given transactions. Under investigations there is also “Tactical,” which can convert physical artifacts into blockchain data, for example addresses or transaction hashes. Additionally, real time decisions can be made which can aid law enforcement with investigations, especially since the interface is easy to use and does not require previous experience. Professional services include incident response services, compliance is transaction monitoring, wallet screening, and entity assessments. Use cases include legal assistance for court procedures, risk management, fraud detection, etc. | TRM labs aim to provide solutions to financial crimes such as money laundering, fraud, and compliance. With the rise of cryptocurrency institutions will be facing financial safety risks. | The use of AI, data analytics, and blockchain to provide various solutions and tools to detect and mitigate financial crimes. | The value proposition of TRM Labs is a safer financial space, as institutions and individuals can monitor financial transactions, ensure legal compliance, and reduce fraud risks. | Subscription-based model, enterprise solutions, compliance consulting, risk management | The main technology leveraged by TRM Labs is advanced machine learning for Signatures. Signatures is a pioneered technology that can automatically detect patterns of suspicious behaviors in transactions. At the core there is raw Blochian data on 30 industries and over 70 million digital assets, which Signatures use to detect behavioral patterns. Signatures can detect cross-chain swaps, peel chains, and web flows, allowing investigators and agencies to quickly and easily follow transaction patterns. | TRM Labs was a success because of the year it was founded, founded in 2018, during the rise of crypto technology and concerns regarding security risk allowed the company to obtain a market of users. Whether it is the government or other financial institutions there was a market o people in need of the companies services and interested in their value proposition. Additionally, the company provides a subscription model and a wide range of services/solutions that could tremendously aid organizations in detecting and mitigating financial risk. TRM Labs was also clever in their use of pioneered technology as Signatures is a unique tool backed by advanced machine learning for efficient detection of sumptuous patterns and activities across blockchain transactions. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/hassanyara_5727837_91209563_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat.docx | Blockchain Profile | 54.8M | N/A | NA | 150M/B2 | N/A | N/A | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Fetch.ai is an AI lab developing an open-access, decentralized machine learning network for smart infrastructure. It builds and connects AI Agents to automate Web3 systems, enabling businesses and developers to create next-gen AI applications. Its core product, DeltaV, integrates Large Language Models (LLMs) and AI Agents to create an open marketplace, enhancing service connectivity and transforming search experiences. The company’s vision is to democratize AI by enabling autonomous agents to perform tasks, make decisions, and collaborate without human intervention. These agents optimize processes in industries like supply chain logistics, energy management, and decentralized finance (DeFi), improving efficiency and innovation across sectors. | https://fetch.ai/ | Private | Their mission emphasizes advancing artificial intelligence and driving innovation to create value at scale | Cambridge, UK | 2017 | DWF Labs, GDA Group, Outlier Ventures | Early stage venture, growth, merged | Fetch.ai offers a range of AI-powered and blockchain-integrated solutions designed to automate digital economies and enhance decentralized applications. Its core product, DeltaV, combines Large Language Models (LLMs) with AI agents to create an intelligent, open marketplace that redefines service discovery and user interactions. Fetch.ai also provides a modular agent-based framework, enabling developers to build and deploy autonomous AI agents that can optimize logistics, finance, smart mobility, and energy distribution. Additionally, the Fetch.ai blockchain supports decentralized machine learning and secure data sharing, powered by the FET token, which facilitates transactions, staking and governance within the ecosystem. | Many industries struggle with inefficiencies, high operational costs, and reliance on centralized systems that limit automation and data accessibility. Additionally, Web3 and blockchain applications often lack intelligent automation, requiring manual intervention and reducing overall efficiency. | Fetch.ai offers a decentralized AI-powered platform where autonomous agents can operate independently to optimize decision-making, automate tasks, and enhance efficiency across industries. By combining AI, machine learning, and blockchain, Fetch.ai enables secure, transparent, and self-executing digital interactions without reliance on centralized intermediaries. | Fetch.ai offers a decentralized AI platform that uses autonomous agents to automate processes, improve efficiency and reduce reliance on intermediaries. By combining AI, machine learning and blockchain, it enables smarter decision-making in industries like finance, logistics and Web3, making digital interactions faster, more secure and cost-effective. | Fetch.ai operates on a token-based business model, where its native cryptocurrency, FET, is used for transactions, staking, and governance within the ecosystem. Revenue is generated through network fees, AI agent transactions and staking rewards. Businesses and developers utilize Fetch.ai’s agent-based automation services through subscription models, pay-per-use fees and enterprise partnerships. Fetch.ai has also secured funding through private investments and token sales, with a market cap fluctuating based on FET’s performance in the crypto market. | Fetch.ai leverages a decentralized blockchain infrastructure combined with AI-driven autonomous agents to enable secure and efficient machine-to-machine interactions. The platform integrates machine learning (ML), smart contracts, and multi-agent systems to facilitate automation across industries. Its tech stack includes a custom blockchain (Cosmos SDK-based), AI/ML models, large language models (LLMs) and smart contract functionality to execute transactions without intermediaries. The core product, DeltaV, enhances search and automation by combining AI agents with Web3 technology, making digital processes more intelligent and autonomous. | Fetch.ai is a leader in AI and blockchain integration, creating a decentralized network where autonomous AI agents operate without intermediaries. This enhances automation in finance, logistics, and supply chain management, using machine learning and smart contracts for secure, scalable solutions. Its agent-based platform lets businesses develop and monetize AI applications, powered by the FET token for transactions and governance. Strong partnerships, innovation, and Web3 growth have fueled its success, despite challenges in adoption and competition. Fetch.ai remains a key player in decentralized AI. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/hatakkajulie_5794665_91211638_H6 - Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat.docx | Blockchain Profile | Estimated revenue 2023: $8.4M | FET Market Cap: $1.29B | Fetch.ai´s crypto currency token: FET
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Securitize, Inc. is a financial technology company that provides a platform for businesses to raise capital by issuing digital securities recorded on the blockchain. They offer services to institutional, accredited, and retail investors, enabling investments across a range of asset classes. Securitize operates a broker dealer marketplace where tokenized shares of private companies are traded and aim to modernize and democratize access to private markets. | https://securitize.io/ | Private | Leading The Tokenization of Real World Assets | SF, USA | 2017 | Investors: Morgan Stanley and Blockchain Capital | Growth | The company offers an end to end solution designed to tokenize real world assets. Their services encompass structuring, onboarding, issuance, and trading, providing comprehensive operational support to ensure compliance. This integrated approach facilitates the seamless creation and management of digital securities, enabling businesses to efficiently raise capital and offer investors access to a broader range of investment opportunities. | Traditional private capital markets suffer from inefficiencies such as limited liquidity, high transaction costs, and restricted access for smaller investors. Securitize addresses these challenges by leveraging blockchain technology to create a transparent, compliant, and accessible marketplace for digital securities. | The company platform digitizes the issuance and management of securities, enabling automated compliance, streamlined processes, and enhanced liquidity through a regulated marketplace. | Securitize simplifies and secures private capital markets with blockchain, that enables compliant digital securities issuance, management, and trading for greater liquidity and accessibility. | The company generate revenue through platform fees, transaction fees on its marketplace, and additional services such as compliance and advisory offerings. | Securitize uses blockchain technology to streamline the issuance and management of digital securities. Their platform supports multiple blockchain protocols, including Ethereum and Algorand to compliance and facilitate seamless trading across various markets. This infrastructure allows issuers to manage the entire lifecycle of digital securities, from issuance to trading, while ensuring regulatory compliance and operational efficiency. | Securitize is a leading digital securities platform that use blockchain to streamline private capital markets with compliant tokenization. The company is backed by major investors like BlackRock and Morgan Stanley, it enables seamless issuance, management, and trading of tokenized assets. With strong leadership, strategic partnerships, and a compliance first approach, Securitize is well positioned for growth as asset tokenization gains mainstream adoption. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/jiangkevin_5665005_91206099_Spring 2025 Business Profile Format.docx | Blockchain Profile | null | null | null | Raised a total of approximately $120.02 million across nine funding rounds. The latest was a Series C round of $47 million on March 20, 2024, led by BlackRock | null | null | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
CertiK is a blockchain security company that was created to make a safer Web3 environment. Using new technologies, it provides security solutions for a wide array of blockchain projects. The company was founded by two computer science professors from Yale and Columbia, with a focus on blockchain security monitoring. By using artificial intelligence, CertiK identifies and prevents security vulnerabilities, making a more secure and trustworthy digital ecosystem. Beyond its security services, CertiK offers a Know Your Customer (KYC) platform designed to prevent fraud in decentralized finance (DeFi) and other blockchain projects. Over the years, the company has built a reputation by working companies such as Polygon, Binance, and Alchemy. CertiK is also backed by prominent venture capital firms, including Insight Partners, Sequoia Capital, and Goldman Sachs, further solidifying its position as a key player in blockchain. The company's primary mission is to grow transparency making sure that transactions are safe and trustworthy. Its focus includes technological development, financial and business support, strategic partnerships, and in-depth research and analysis. Internally, CertiK values diversity and inclusion, a strong work-life balance, and being an equal-opportunity employer. | https://www.certik.com/ | Private | "Provide Trust For All." | 1001 Avenue of the Americas, Suite 1801, New York, NY 10018, United States | March 2018 | Insight, Sequoia, Tigerglobal, Coatue, Lightspeed, Advent International, Softbank, Goldman Sachs, Binance, Coinbase, Hillhouse, yale University and more. | Growth: In 2021, CertiK saw its revenue grow 12x. | In general, CertiK offers many services around blockchain security. One of their main ones includes smart contract auditing which is assessing smart contracts to make sure there are no issues. They also have Blockchain Protocol Security which is evaluating blockchain protocols. They also offer penetration testing, which is attack simulation testing, as well as On-Chain Monitoring which is surveillance of blockchain real. They also have a KYC service to prevent fraud in decentralized finance. They have many new add-ons that they are continuing to grow and create. | There is a lot of risk of security in the blockchain when it comes to smart contracts, and this can be financially impactful | CertiK brings a lot of security services to prevent against these security issues including testing and trying to prevent vulnerability. | CertIK brings expertise to blockchain. With projects to improve their security measures, they also hope to build trust with their users and prevent any threats that their users may face. | CertiK’s business model is around fixed price and subscription-based business model. The company has fixed prices for security audits and penetration. They also have subscription-based pricing with Skynet. Skynet includes continual monitoring of supply chains. | CertiK uses Formal Verification, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Machine Learning to analyze and secure blockchain protocols and smart contracts. It also uses its DeepSEA programming language to enhance security. | Overall, I believe that Certik has been successful when it comes to blockchain and security. It has relatively strong leadership with its leaders as Ivy league professors and a strong management team with many members who have gotten there PhD’s. Their focus has been as an audit firm for smart contracts. In general, Certik has also been successful with its funding gaining over $360 billion in digital assets. It has also gained $60 million from many top-level investors. Certik has mainly been able to differentiate itself through AI security monitoring which includes real time monitoring and detection. They also have an automated smart contract to help with overall safety. With the support of many top venture capital and investors it has been a dominant player in the blockchain space. While Certik has been successful with its technologies it has faced some difficulties including some challenging with reputation. Part of this is due to the clients it has worked with, some which have been controversial. There has also been a lot of confusion in the blockchain space regarding regulation and the ethics involved. Despite the political climate Certik has truly stood out as a top player in the blockchain that has made some massive strides towards helping overall safety and security of the blockchain ecosystem. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/karivedasrihitha_5616975_91208500_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat.docx | Blockchain Profile | CertiK's estimated annual revenue is currently $36.8M per year | As a privately held company, CertiK does not have a publicly traded market cap. However, its valuation reached $2 billion in March 2022. | null | CertiK has raised approximately $297.35 million over 11 funding rounds | null | N/A – Not Public | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 |
Orbs is a pioneering blockchain company founded in 2017 and launched in 2019, specializing in scalable and secure infrastructure for decentralized applications. It aims to bridge the gap between traditional businesses and the decentralized world by enhancing existing blockchain technologies. Orbs' mission is to empower businesses to leverage blockchain solutions effectively, fostering innovation and collaboration globally. The company focuses on creating seamless blockchain integration for businesses of all sizes, guided by values of innovation, excellence, and community engagement. Primarily, Orbs targets decentralized finance (DeFi) solutions with a Layer-3 blockchain infrastructure that enhances on-chain trading capabilities, offering aggregated liquidity, advanced trading orders, and decentralized derivatives. This technology provides a DeFi trading experience comparable to centralized finance (CeFi), positioning Orbs as a leader in DeFi trading solutions. | https://www.orbs.com/ | Private | Bringing CeFi-level execution to DeFi | Tel Aviv, Israel | 2017 | DWF Labs, Next Chymia, Kakao Ventures, Nexus One, Outlier Ventures (mostly venture capital) | Growth | Orbs offers a range of innovative products and services designed to enhance the capabilities of decentralized finance (DeFi) and blockchain applications. Its primary offerings include a decentralized Layer-3 (L3) blockchain infrastructure that supports advanced on-chain trading by providing aggregated liquidity, advanced trading orders, and decentralized derivatives. Key protocols like dLIMIT, dTWAP, Liquidity Hub, and Perpetual Hub enable sophisticated trading features such as time-weighted average price (TWAP) orders and limit orders directly on decentralized exchanges (DEXs). Additionally, Orbs provides a decentralized server-less cloud for blockchain developers, addressing issues like high fees and congestion by offering scalable and secure environments for decentralized applications. The platform also supports cross-chain interoperability, allowing businesses to leverage both EVM and non-EVM smart contracts without moving liquidity to a new chain. | Solves the problem of liquidity fragmentation and inferior trading experiences in decentralized finance (DeFi) | A Layer-3 blockchain infrastructure that enhances on-chain trading capabilities | Delivering CeFi-level execution to DeFi platforms, ensuring secure, scalable, and efficient trading without centralized intermediaries | Revenue channels:
Transaction Fees: Orbs charges a small fee for each transaction processed on its network. These fees contribute significantly to its revenue, especially as the platform scales and handles more transactions.
Consulting Services: Orbs offers expert guidance on blockchain integration to businesses, providing a valuable service that generates additional revenue.
Partnerships: Collaborations with other blockchain projects and companies often involve revenue-sharing agreements, further expanding Orbs' revenue streams.
Premium Features: Orbs provides advanced analytics tools, priority customer support, and exclusive access to events for users willing to pay for enhanced functionality.
Metrics:
Estimated Annual Revenue: $12.2 million.
Growth rate: 24% in the previous year | Orbs leverages a cutting-edge technology stack to enhance the capabilities of existing blockchain solutions. At its core, Orbs is a Layer-3 (L3) blockchain infrastructure that operates on top of existing Layer-1 and Layer-2 blockchains, such as Ethereum. It utilizes a Proof-of-Stake (PoS) consensus mechanism, specifically a Randomized Proof-of-Stake (RPoS) variant known as the Helix Consensus Algorithm, which ensures network security and scalability. Orbs' architecture includes virtual chains, each running independently to prevent congestion and ensure predictable performance. This setup allows for cross-chain interoperability, enabling both EVM and non-EVM smart contracts to operate seamlessly without moving liquidity to a new chain. Additionally, Orbs supports polyglot smart contracts, allowing developers to write contracts in multiple programming languages like JavaScript and Go, enhancing accessibility and interoperability. | Orbs' success can be attributed to its innovative approach to bridging the gap between traditional businesses and the decentralized world. Founded in 2017 and launched in 2019, the company has effectively enhanced existing blockchain technologies, empowering businesses of all sizes to integrate blockchain solutions seamlessly. By focusing on decentralized finance (DeFi) and providing a Layer-3 blockchain infrastructure, Orbs has revolutionized on-chain trading capabilities. This infrastructure supports aggregated liquidity, advanced trading orders, and decentralized derivatives, offering a DeFi experience comparable to centralized finance (CeFi). Orbs' commitment to innovation, excellence, and community engagement has positioned it as a leader in DeFi trading solutions, driving innovation and collaboration in the blockchain industry. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/kimgeoffrey_5627721_91211687_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat (Orbs).docx | Blockchain Profile | null | $77.74 million | null | Initial coin offering and private sales, totaling $118 million | null | null | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 |
Fairmint is a Paris-based startup changing how businesses raise funds. It uses blockchain for its Continuous Securities Offering (CSO) platform. This lets companies collect money from their community investors, customers, or fans over time.
Fairmint’s goal is to make investing open and fair. It allows businesses to tokenize their equity or assets. This gives communities a way to support and benefit from the companies they care about.
Fairmint ensures transparency and security. It simplifies fundraising and creates a more inclusive system. Fairmint is making financing easier, clearer, and more connected to the people who matter most. | www.fairmint.co | Private | All your equity, onchain | Paris, France | 2018 | 21 Investor | Growth | Fairmint provides a Continuous Securities Offering (CSO) platform that uses blockchain technology to allow companies to constantly raise money from their community. Tokenizing equity or assets, developing safe and transparent investment opportunities, and giving businesses the means to interact with supporters, investors, and consumers are some of their offerings. The platform from Fairmint makes fundraising easier and more inclusive for companies of all kinds. | Traditional fundraising is often complex, exclusive, and lacks transparency, making it hard for businesses to engage their community in financing. | Fairmint provides a blockchain-based platform for Continuous Securities Offerings (CSOs) | Fairmint democratizes investment, making fundraising simpler, more inclusive, and community-driven while ensuring security and transparency through blockchain technology. | transaction-based model | The tech stack likely includes smart contracts (Ethereum or Polygon) for tokenization, decentralized storage for secure data handling, and user-friendly interfaces built with modern web development frameworks | Through its ground-breaking Continuous Securities Offering (CSO) platform, which uses blockchain technology to democratize investment opportunities, Fairmint revolutionized traditional fundraising and succeeded. Fairmint filled a significant market vacuum by empowering companies to consistently and openly solicit donations from their local community, hence increasing accessibility and inclusivity in fundraising. It stood out in a crowded market thanks to its strong emphasis on financial management, compliance, and user-friendly design. Fairmint's position as a leader in community-driven financing was cemented by its ability to meet consumer demands with a clear value proposition and its prompt entry into the expanding blockchain and fintech sectors.
Fairmint's success is also ascribed to its dedication to security and transparency as well as its flexibility in responding to the changing regulatory landscape. The startup offered a scalable solution that was attractive to investors and businesses alike by tokenizing equity and assets. Its creative strategy promoted trust and community involvement while streamlining the fundraising process. Fairmint was able to carve out a position in the cutthroat fintech market by combining technological innovation, strategic execution, and a customer-centric focus. This allowed the company to develop and establish itself as a major participant in the future of decentralized banking. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/kostlouis_5786705_91212268_Fairmint_BusinessProfileFormat_Louis.KOST.docx | Blockchain Profile | null | 40 Millions Post valuation | Not publicly traded | 4 rounds at 7.10 M each. | Not disclosed | Not publicly traded | 3 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 3 | -1 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 3 |
Thirdweb is a comprehensive web3 development platform that empowers developers to build, deploy, and manage decentralized applications (dApps) with ease. Founded in 2021 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Thirdweb offers a suite of tools, including software development kits (SDKs), audited smart contracts, and developer tools, to facilitate the seamless integration of blockchain functionalities into applications across various industries. | thirdweb.com | Private | "The complete web3 development platform" | San Francisco, California, USA | 2021 | Coinbase Ventures, Haun Ventures, Polygon, and Protocol Labs | Growth | ThirdWeb provides a robust platform for developers to create and manage web3 applications. Their offerings include: SDKs and Developer Tools: Allowing for the integration of blockchain features such as tokens, NFTs, marketplaces, DAOs, and wallets into applications. Smart Contract Deployment: Enabling the easy deployment and management of smart contracts across multiple blockchain networks. Infrastructure Services: Providing scalable infrastructure to support decentralized applications, including storage solutions and payment integrations. | Developing decentralized applications involves complex processes. Thirdweb addresses the challenges by offering user-friendly tools that simplify the development, deployment, and management of web3 applications, thereby lowering the barrier to entry for developers and organizations. | Their platform streamlines the creation of web3 applications by providing pre-built, audited smart contracts, intuitive SDKs, and comprehensive infrastructure support, enabling developers to focus on building innovative solutions without delving into the intricacies of blockchain technology. | Thirdweb enables developers and businesses to seamlessly integrate blockchain into their applications, reducing development time and complexity while ensuring security and scalability. | Thirdweb employs a freemium pricing model that offers a free "Starter" plan for individuals and small teams, while providing a premium "Pro" plan at $999+/month for larger teams that require advanced features, enterprise-level support, and dedicated onboarding. The company also monetizes through transaction fees on blockchain interactions and offers custom enterprise solutions for businesses looking to integrate web3 capabilities at scale. Additionally, Thirdweb benefits from strategic partnerships with blockchain networks and developer ecosystems to expand its user base. | Thirdweb is built on an open-source framework, providing SDKs in JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, and Go to ensure flexibility for developers. It supports multiple blockchain networks, including Ethereum, Polygon, Solana, Avalanche, and Base, allowing seamless deployment of smart contracts. The platform offers pre-audited smart contracts, API-based integration for web2 compatibility, and decentralized storage solutions using IPFS and Arweave. With a strong focus on scalability and security, Thirdweb leverages multi-chain compatibility and gas-optimized transactions to enhance the developer experience. | Thirdweb has emerged as a leading Web3 development platform, providing pre-audited smart contracts, developer SDKs, and multi-chain support to simplify blockchain integration for developers and businesses. Its freemium model attracts independent developers, while its Pro and enterprise plans generate revenue from larger organizations. Led by Steven Bartlett and Furqan Rydhan, the company has secured $29 million in funding from investors like Coinbase Ventures and Polygon. With recent innovations like Nebula AI and the Yup acquisition, Thirdweb continues to expand its capabilities, focusing on on-chain social identity and AI-driven automation.
Despite its strong differentiation and continuous innovation, Thirdweb faces challenges related to regulatory risks, competition from larger players (Alchemy, Moralis, Consensys), and long-term revenue scalability. However, its developer-friendly approach, multi-chain flexibility, and growing enterprise adoption position it as a key player in the future of blockchain-based applications. Thirdweb remains well-positioned for sustained growth in the evolving Web3 ecosystem. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/kulkarnidaksh_LATE_5794933_91212377_ThirdWeb business profile.docx | Blockchain Profile | Thirdweb's estimated annual revenue is approximately $6.9 million, with an estimated revenue per employee of $130,500 | null | null | Thirdweb has raised a total of $29 million over two funding rounds, with the latest being a $24 million Series A on August 25, 2022. | null | null | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Unchained Capital, founded in 2017 and based in Austin, Texas, is a Bitcoin-native financial services company. The company specializes in providing collaborative custody multisignature vaults and loans tailored for long-term Bitcoin holders. Their mission is to deliver premier financial services for individuals and businesses that value collaborative custody.
As of April 2023, Unchained's collaborative custody platform secured over $2 billion in Bitcoin across thousands of keys globally. The company has also originated over $500 million in Bitcoin-collateralized loans without experiencing any loan losses. | unchained.com | Private | We offer the premier suite of financial services for individuals and businesses that value collaborative custody. | Austin, Texas | 2016 | Valor Equity Partners, Capital Factory, Highland Capital Partners, NYDIG, Starting Line | Generating Revenue | Unchained Capital offers a suite of Bitcoin-focused financial services, including:
Collaborative Custody Multisignature Vaults: Secure storage solutions that require multiple signatures for transactions, enhancing security for Bitcoin holders.
Bitcoin-Collaterized Loans: Lending services that allow clients to borrow cash against their Bitcoin holdings without the need to liquidate their assets.
Bitcoin Trade Execution: Services facilitating the buying and selling of Bitcoin for individuals, retirement accounts, and businesses
Bitcoin Inheritance Planning: Solutions to ensure the seamless transfer of Bitcoin assets to beneficiaries.
Retirement Accounts: Options for integrating Bitcoin into retirement portfolios. | Many Bitcoin holders face challenges in securing their assets and accessing liquidity without selling their holdings. | Unchained Capital provides secure, multisignature custody solutions and Bitcoin-collateralized loans, allowing clients to maintain ownership while accessing liquidity. | By combining enhanced security measures with financial flexibility, Unchained Capital empowers Bitcoin holders to manage and grow their assets without compromising on safety or control. | Unchained Capital operates on a fixed-price and subscription-based model. Clients pay fees for custody services, loan origination, and trade execution. | The company uses Bitcoin's multisignature system to provide secure storage. This means that multiple private keys are needed to approve transactions, which makes it safer. Their platform works with different hardware wallets and has strong security measures to protect customers' Bitcoin. | Unchained Capital has built its success by staying true to one thing: Bitcoin. Unlike many crypto companies that overextend into risky lending or multiple assets, Unchained focuses solely on secure Bitcoin custody and financial services. Their multisignature approach gives users more control over their assets while reducing risk, making them a trusted choice for long-term Bitcoin holders.
By avoiding the pitfalls that took down competitors like BlockFi, Unchained has remained steady through market ups and downs. Backed by strong investors and a loyal customer base, the company continues to grow. While regulatory challenges remain, its dedication to security, transparency, and Bitcoin-first solutions keeps it well-positioned for the future. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/kupkaamalie_5794043_91165162_ENGIN283 - Business Profile - Unchained.docx | Blockchain Profile | Estimated $17.7 million | N/A | N/A | Total funding Amount: $108.5M | null | null | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 |
NodeGoAI is a decentralized computing platform to enable enterprises and individuals to share and monetize unused computing power securely. Utilizing AI and blockchain, NodeGoAI democratizes access to high-performance computing by connecting users worldwide in a decentralized space. NodeGoAI’s focus is to create a distributed and cost-effective infrastructure for AI model training, scientific computing, and data processing. | https://nodego.ai | Private | Empowering Decentralized computing | San Francisco, California, USA | 2021 | Bharat Krymo, Elton Henderson | Growth | NodeGoAI offers a peer-to-peer computing network where users contribute their idle hardware resources to earn incentives. This is a solution for AI training, 3D rendering, and large-scale simulations by distributing workloads across decentralized nodes. | Traditional centralized computing services are costly, limited in availability, and vulnerable to failures. | NodeGoAI decentralizes computing power, reducing reliance on centralized infrastructure while improving affordability and accessibility. | Unlocks the potential of wasted computing power and access affordable, scalable resources for AI and beyond. | marketplace model (Users earn ‘Go Tokens’ for sharing computers) | NodeGoAI is built on a blockchain-based framework that ensures transparency and security in transactions. The proprietary protocol leverages smart contracts, distributed computing algorithms, and AI workload optimization. | NodeGoAI is a promising startup in the decentralized computing industry of the blockchain AI sector. NodeGOAI leverages blockchain to create a P2P network for sharing computing powers. This empowers users to share and monetize wasted computing power, where the company addresses the inefficiencies of traditional cloud computing. NodeGOAI is still in Growth with strong leadership, and a clear value proposition. NodeGoAI’s ability to attract investors and strategic partnerships indicates strong potential for future growth. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/leejoonsung_5794341_91212252_Blockchain company profile.docx | Blockchain Profile | null | null | null | $5Mil | null | null | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | -1 | 4 | 3 | 5 | -1 | 5 | 3 | 4 |
Numerai is a blockchain powered hedge fund that leverages artificial intelligence and a unique crowdsourced machine learning model to predict the stock market. Founded in 2015 by Richard Craib, Numerai is a decentralized hedge fund focused on normalizing financial data information about the stock market that would have been unattainable to the average data scientist otherwise. Without releasing any sensitive data about the financial market, Numerai is able to provide high level data to users around the world. This in theory enables millions of data scientists around the world to work on analyzing patterns within the stock market. Through weekly competitions, users can submit their own model and can be rewared Numeraire, which is Numerai’s cryptocurrency. High quality models are then ensembled into a metal model which is then used to trade the stock market. Numerai’s mission is to assemble the world’s “last” hedge fund by creating a decentralized and collaborative approach towards quantitative trading. Their use of cryptographic security, machine learning, and blockchain technology sets it apart from conventional financial institutions by allowing the public to participate and impact the market without having to know anything about the stock market. | https://numer.ai/ | Private | The world’s last hedge fund. | San Francisco, CA | 2015 | Notable inverstors include: Paul Tudor Jones, Naval Ravikant, and Howard Morgan | Active | Numerai offers the Numerai Tournament and Signals. These competitions incentivize participants to build high quality models and stake their own money via Numeraire to bet on their model’s success. This encourages only polished models to be submitted each round. Backed by erasure, a staking protocol, this system allows uses to take bet on themselves and take ownership of their ideas. | Traditional hedge funds rely on proprietary data and suffer from biases that can effect efficiencies in their trading models. Outsourcing ideas is typically not done due to privacy concerns of their data. | A decentralized and encrypted dataset free for all to download that enables data scientists from around the world to analyze patterns about the data that correspond to the stock market. With the help of AI, Numerai is able to put together the best ideas submitted and create a meta model capable of outperforming hedge fund teams that feature hundreds of data scientists. | Numerai is transforming traditional financial modeling into a crowdsourced and meritocratic process that highlights unique and successful ideas that may have not been traditional in the fintech industry. | Numerai aligns with a VAD/VAR and performance based model because of their free to use data set that is then used to train models that users can stake cryptocurrency on. The higher the success of the model, the more in return the user is able to receive in compensation. | Technologies like machine learning, cryptographic privacy, AI, and blockchain-based staking are used to create Numerai into the decentralized hedge fund that it is. | Numerai stands out in the finance sector because of their crowdsourced meta model that features encrypted datasets and a staking protocol using their own cryptocurrency. This approach has allowed Numerai to gather unique ideas into a model that is capable of exceeding models from other private hedge funds. Their use of blockchain and cryptocurrency enables a meritocratic system that is transparent about their models success and effective distributes rewards and incentives based on their contribution. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/loubrandon_5568559_91209566_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat.docx | Blockchain Profile | $6 million | $64.4 million | Numeraire, NMR
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Circle is a fintech company that’s making blockchain-powered finance more accessible. Founded in 2013 by Jeremy Allaire and Sean Neville, it's best known for USD Coin (USDC), a stablecoin backed 1:1 by U.S. dollars. Additionally, USDC is widely used for payments, remittances, and DeFi, helping businesses and individuals move money faster and cheaper across borders. Unlike some crypto companies, Circle works closely with regulators and traditional banks, positioning itself as a bridge between old-school finance and the new digital economy.
But Circle isn’t just about stablecoins, it’s also building the infrastructure for a more open financial system. It offers crypto-native banking services, including wallets, payments, and blockchain-based business solutions. The company is also pushing into areas like tokenized assets and compliance-driven finance to bring more legitimacy to crypto. In 2023, it announced plans to go public through a SPAC merger, showing just how serious it is about making blockchain mainstream. | https://circle.com | Private | Circle does not publicly promote a specific slogan or motto. | Boston, Massachusetts, United States | October 2013 | Notable investors include Goldman Sachs, BlackRock, Fidelity, and Coinbase. | Active and experiencing growth | Circle is a financial technology company specializing in blockchain-driven solutions. Its flagship product, USD Coin (USDC), is a stablecoin pegged to the U.S. dollar, facilitating seamless digital transactions. Circle also offers services like Circle Account for business treasury management, Circle APIs for integrating digital currency transactions, and SeedInvest, an equity crowdfunding platform connecting startups with investors. | Traditional financial systems often involve slow, costly cross-border transactions. | Circle's USDC enables near-instant, low-fee global payments using blockchain technology. | By leveraging USDC, businesses and individuals can transact globally with speed and reduced costs, enhancing financial efficiency. | Circle operates on a transaction-based model, earning fees from services like payment processing and API integrations. It also generates revenue through subscription services and interest income from reserves backing USDC. | Circle utilizes blockchain technology to ensure transparent, secure transactions. USDC operates on multiple blockchains, including Ethereum and Solana, enhancing interoperability. The company's tech stack includes smart contracts, APIs, and compliance tools to integrate digital currencies with traditional financial systems. | Circle’s ultimate success comes from several factors. One of them being from its regulatory compliance, the other being its strong leadership, and lastly its strategic positioning. By launching USDC, the company created a trusted and widely adopted digital asset. Unlike many of its competitors, Circle prioritizes regulatory compliance, while working closely with the U.S. financial authorities, helping it gain credibility and institutional support.
The company also benefits from strong financial support from investors like BlackRock and Goldman Sachs, which allow it to scale and expand into new markets. The business model that Circle has also generates revenue from transactions fees, API integrations, and interest income from USDC revenues, which ensures its long-term sustainability.
Ultimately, the company’s ability to bridge traditional finance with blockchain tech has positioned it as a main leader in the digital payments space. With their focus being on security, compliance, and global accessibility, these traits have helped it maintain relevance in an evolving landscape, making it one of the most successful blockchain based startups in the fintech industry today. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/lozanovillasenorsantiago_5769687_91210089_Circle BP.docx | Blockchain Profile | null | null | null | Circle has raised significant funding from investors like Goldman Sachs and BlackRock. | null | null | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 |
Celestia is a pioneering blockchain technology company based in Vaduz, Liechtenstein, specializing in modular blockchain networks. Founded in 2019 (formerly known as LazyLedger), Celestia's mission is to revolutionize blockchain deployment by providing a modular data availability network that simplifies and accelerates the creation of scalable, customizable blockchains. Celestia aims to democratize blockchain technology, making it accessible to developers and organizations without the traditional complexities of establishing new consensus networks. Celestia's vision is to become the leading provider of innovative blockchain solutions that empower developers and organizations to efficiently build scalable, secure, and decentralized applications. The company's core values include innovation, accessibility, security, scalability, and collaboration. | celestia.org | Private | null | Vaduz, Liechtenstein | 2019 | Bain Capital Crypto, Syncracy Capital, 1kx, Robot Ventures, Placeholder, Coinbase Ventures | Hypergrowth | Celestia provides a modular blockchain platform that enables developers and organizations to deploy customizable blockchains with minimal overhead. Its primary services include data availability sampling, consensus layer management, and supporting rollups and Layer 2 solutions. Celestia addresses the blockchain trilemma—scalability, decentralization, and security—by decoupling execution from consensus and data availability. The value proposition lies in enabling rapid deployment of scalable blockchains without the complexity of traditional monolithic architectures | Traditional monolithic blockchains often hit performance ceilings and struggle with customization, limiting their ability to support high-volume and diverse decentralized applications. | Celestia introduces a modular design that decouples consensus from execution, allowing developers to build tailored, scalable blockchain systems that can efficiently handle increased throughput. | By merging robust security with flexibility and high performance, Celestia empowers businesses and developers to deploy adaptable blockchain solutions that overcome the constraints of legacy architectures. | Celestia operates on a subscription-based model combined with transaction fees. Revenue streams come from fees users pay (in TIA tokens) for storing data on the network and transaction processing. Key metrics include Total Value Secured (TVS), staking ratios, number of active addresses, and volume of data published. | Celestia employs a modular blockchain architecture separating consensus and data availability from execution layers. It leverages Proof-of-Stake (PoS) consensus mechanisms combined with Data Availability Sampling (DAS). Celestia supports interoperability through Inter-Blockchain Communication (IBC), allowing seamless interaction between different blockchains. Its tech stack includes Cosmos-SDK for transaction handling and specialized rollup frameworks for execution environments | Celestia stands out as a trailblazer in blockchain technology. Its modular architecture and innovative data availability sampling provide a scalable solution to one of the most persistent challenges in the industry. With strong financial backing, a robust leadership team, and a clear focus on addressing real-world developer needs, Celestia has positioned itself to reshape the blockchain landscape. Its ability to combine technical innovation with strategic market timing makes it a compelling case study in how to successfully navigate and lead a rapidly evolving industry. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/manchandadivjotsingh_LATE_5795144_91212337_Celestia_BusinessProfile.docx | Blockchain Profile | null | $1.83 Billion | Coin Symbol : TIA Price: 2.93, Valuation 1.6 Billion | Total $155 Million | null | null | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 3 |
null | null | null | null | null | null | null | null | Zepto offers lightning-fast grocery delivery services that guarantee deliveries within ten minutes. The company leverages optimized supply chain logistics along with micro-warehousing strategies to enhance convenience for customers while setting new benchmarks for expectations within urban India. | null | null | null | Operating through a hyperlocal delivery framework, Zepto generates revenue from delivery charges alongside partnerships with suppliers and efficiencies gained from operations. The key indicators of success for Zepto include rapid scaling capabilities paired with high standards of efficiency and customer satisfaction. | null | null | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/nrmugheshkumar_5795003_91210957_SPL 4-2.docx | Blockchain Profile | null | null | null | null | null | null | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | -1 | 5 | 5 | 4 |
Founded in 2015, OpenZeppelin is the world leader in securing blockchain applications and smart contract systems. Their bedrock open-source Contract Libraries have become an industry standard for smart contract development, used by over 3,000 public projects. OpenZeppelin has established itself as a premier security provider in the blockchain space, offering professional expertise through their Defender developer security platform that integrates throughout clients' development lifecycles.
With a mission to set industry standards for building secure systems in a fast-growing industry with new programming paradigms, OpenZeppelin has expanded from security audits to offering comprehensive development platforms that help developers build applications that can reach mass adoption. | openzeppelin.com | Private | The standard for secure onchain applications at any scale. | Distributed organization, Worldwide | 2015 | N/A | Growth | OpenZeppelin offers a comprehensive suite of blockchain security solutions including open-source Contract Libraries for multiple programming languages (Solidity, Cairo, Stylus/Rust, Substrate), the Defender Cloud Services platform for secure deployment and operation, security audits for smart contracts, ZKP, and infrastructure, and developer tools including AI-powered code scanners and deployment plugins. | Security vulnerabilities in blockchain applications and smart contracts | Industry-standard libraries, security audits, and developer tools | Speed up development process while minimizing risk across blockchain ecosystems | OpenZeppelin operates on a combined open-source and service-based business model, offering free open-source libraries while monetizing through security audits and enterprise-level services via their Defender Cloud platform. Their estimated annual revenue is $16.4M with approximately $130,000 revenue per employee. | OpenZeppelin leverages blockchain technology across multiple ecosystems including Ethereum, Arbitrum, Starknet, and Polkadot. They provide specialized libraries for different programming languages including Solidity, Cairo, Stylus (Rust), and Substrate. Their technology stack includes security-focused tools for code analysis, monitoring, and automation services that integrate with major blockchain networks. | null | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/pantianyue_5795402_91205830_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat_TIANYUE.docx | Blockchain Profile | $16.4M | null | null | null | null | null | 5 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Filecoin is a decentralized network that allows people to store and share data using blockchain. Unlike traditional cloud services like Amazon or Google, Filecoin lets users rent out unused storage space to others. By using blockchain, Filecoin ensures that data is safe and transparent, without relying on big companies to manage it.
Filecoin’s mission is to build a more secure and affordable way for users to store data. Their aim is to remove the need for central authorities by using blockchain, giving users full control over their data.
Filecoin's goal is to create a decentralized storage network that helps transform the internet into a more open and user-controlled space. It focuses on making data storage more efficient and accessible for everyone, while also promoting privacy and security. The platform has grown in popularity, especially within the decentralized finance community, and it’s working towards building a more decentralized web. | https://filecoin.io/ | Private | null | San Francisco, CA | 2014 | BlockHost, Reneum Labs, STYLE Protocol | Growth | The main offering of Filecoin is their network which connects storage providers to clients who need storage space. Storage space is rented for Filecoin, the cryptocurrency that Filecoin is based on. They also offer developer packages for devs to build decentralized apps that integrate with their platform. | Unused storage space that would otherwise go to waste can be sold for a cheaper rate than traditional cloud services like AWS. | Creating the Filecoin marketplace so storage centers can rent out unused space to clients. | Filecoin’s decentralized and cheaper storage allows users to have more control of their data and be more accessible to those who can’t afford storage at the traditional cloud storage companies. | Filecoin uses a fixed-price model to rent out the storage space based on duration and amount of storage needed, with the price changing based on demand and reputation of the storage provider. They don’t really provide metrics on how many customers or how much revenue they’ve generated. | Filecoin uses blockchain to create a decentralized network for storing data. It relies on Proof-of-Replication and Proof-of-Spacetime to ensure that storage providers are storing data correctly over time. The system is built on IPFS, which spreads files across different storage providers. Filecoin also uses smart contracts to handle agreements between users and storage providers and their cryptocurrency is used for transactions. | Filecoin has been successful because it offers a new way to store data securely and is much more accessible to smaller businesses and users. Using blockchain tech, Filecoin’s decentralized marketplace allows people to rent out storage space and store their data safely. The FIL cryptocurrency has further promoted growth in Filecoin’s userbase.
Another reason for Filecoin's success is its developer-friendly tools, which make it easy for developers to use decentralized storage in their applications. This flexibility appeals to developers building decentralized apps and businesses looking for secure, private storage. Filecoin’s partnerships with other blockchain projects also help strengthen its position in the growing decentralized storage market.
Although it faces competition from traditional cloud providers and other blockchain projects, Filecoin's focus on decentralization, privacy, and giving users control over their data has helped it stand out. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/patelrushi_5610698_91193958_Spring2025_BusinessProfile_Filecoin.docx | Blockchain Profile | null | null | null | 8 rounds of funding
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Algorand is a blockchain company founded in 2017 by MIT professor Silvio Micali, with its headquarters in Boston, USA. It uses a Pure Proof-of-Stake (PPoS) system, ensuring fast, secure, and scalable transactions without energy-intensive mining. Its native cryptocurrency, ALGO, secures the network and rewards users for participation in governance. Algorand consists of three key entities: the Algorand blockchain, Algorand Technologies (which developed the technology), and the Algorand Foundation (which supports the ecosystem). With a mission to build a decentralized, borderless economy, Algorand offers low fees, instant transactions, and a carbon-negative footprint. It supports DeFi, gaming, and enterprise applications, partnering with businesses and developers to bring blockchain solutions to real-world use cases. | https://algorand.co/ | Private | “Businesses across the globe are leveraging the Algorand blockchain to deliver efficiency, impact, and opportunity”. | Boston, Massachusetts | 2017 | ACME Capital and Andromeda Capital Blockchain Capital are some of the investors. | Growth | Algorand provides a fast and secure blockchain platform designed for real-world applications. Here’s what they offer: Algorand Blockchain: A decentralized, scalable blockchain for transactions and smart contracts. Fast and Cheap Transactions: Low-cost, near-instant payments for individuals and businesses. Smart Contracts: Automated agreements that execute on their own, useful for finance, insurance, and other applications. Tokenization: Businesses can create and manage their own digital assets on the Algorand network. Decentralized Apps (dApps): Tools and infrastructure for developers to build blockchain-based applications. DeFi Solutions: Support for lending, staking, and other financial services without traditional banks. Staking & Governance: ALGO token holders can secure the network and vote on decisions. Developer Tools & APIs: Resources for businesses and developers to integrate blockchain into their systems. | Blockchains are often slow, expensive, and hard to scale, making them tough to use for everyday transactions and apps. | Algorand is a fast, low-cost, and scalable blockchain that makes transactions and smart contracts easy and efficient. | Algorand makes blockchain simple, fast, and affordable, so anyone can use it for payments, apps, and more. | Algorand runs on a low-fee transaction model, where users pay minimal fees per transaction and rewarding users through staking and governance. It earns revenue from enterprise partnerships, DeFi, NFTs, and tokenized assets. | Using Pure Proof-of-Stake (PPoS), Algorand ensures fast, secure, and scalable transactions. It supports smart contracts, DeFi, and digital assets via the Algorand Virtual Machine (AVM) and processes thousands of TPS with near-instant finality. Developers can easily build on Algorand using Python, Go, Java, and JavaScript. | Algorand is a high-speed, secure, and scalable blockchain designed to solve the Blockchain Trilemma—balancing decentralization, scalability, and security. Founded by Silvio Micali, it uses a Pure Proof-of-Stake (PPoS) consensus to enable fast and low-cost transactions while remaining energy-efficient. Algorand is widely used for finance, tokenization, and decentralized applications (dApps), with partnerships in DeFi, supply chains, and central bank digital currencies (CBDCs). Competing with Ethereum, Polkadot, and NEAR, Algorand stands out due to its speed, efficiency, and strong governance. With growing adoption and enterprise support, it continues to be a leading player in blockchain innovation. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/rostadsandsynne_5794130_91209633_ENGIN283 - Business Profile, Algorand.docx | Blockchain Profile | Estimated $26.8 million | null | Ticker: ALGO
Price: ~$0.19 USD (as of March 2025) | Number of Funding Rounds: 3
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Coinbase is a digital wallet and exchange platform that allows users to buy and sell cryptocurrency seamlessly. The company aims to simplify transactions by offering user-friendly features such as recurring buys and vault protection, enhancing both convenience and security for its users. | www.coinbase.com | Public company | Crypto is simple. Buy and sell your crypto in less than 3 minutes. | San Francisco, California | 2012 | - National Pension Service
- ARK Investment Management
- Hybridge Capital Management
- Collab + Currency
- Bakkt Holdings | null | As a cryptocurrency exchange platform, facilitating the buying, selling, and management of digital assets for individuals and institutions the company generates revenue through various channels. Transaction fees: Coinbase charges users a fee for converting, buying or selling cryptocurrency. These fees can vary depending on the transaction amount and payment method. Subscription and services: Coinbase offers subscription-based services where users pay a monthly fee for benefits such as lower fees and additional features. Institutional Services: Coinbase provides tailored solutions for institutional investors, including advanced trading platforms, analytics, and secure services. | - Accessibility and easy to use: cryptocurrency can be complex for beginners.
- Security and trust: Cryptocurrency transactions and storage can be risky due to hacking threats. Coinbase offers security features. | - Easy and safe platform to sell and buy cryptocurrency | Make cryptocurrency easy and safe for everyone. | As a cryptocurrency exchange platform, facilitating the buying, selling, and management of digital assets for individuals and institutions the company generates revenue through various channels.
Transaction fees: Coinbase charges users a fee for converting, buying or selling cryptocurrency. These fees can vary depending on the transaction amount and payment method.
Subscription and services: Coinbase offers subscription-based services where users pay a monthly fee for benefits such as lower fees and additional features.
Institutional Services: Coinbase provides tailored solutions for institutional investors, including advanced trading platforms, analytics, and secure services. | Coinbase employs a comprehensive technology stack to deliver secure and efficient cryptocurrency services. Central to this infrastructure is the adoption of container technologies, which facilitate efficient deployment and scaling of applications.
In addition to containerization, Coinbase has developed ChainStorage, an enterprise-grade blockchain data platform designed to enhance data availability and indexing.
Furthermore, Coinbase has been exploring the convergence of artificial intelligence (AI) and blockchain technology, recognizing the potential of AI to enhance user experiences within the crypto ecosystem.
Overall, Coinbase´s technology stack is designed to provide a secure, scalable, and user-centric platform for cryptocurrency trading and related services. | Coinbase´s success can be attributed to its first-mover advantage, its focus on fulfilling customer needs with an intuitive and user-friendly platform, and its commitment to providing a safe and trustworthy experience. By investing in innovation and integrating new companies and technologies, Coinbase has maintained its market position while also expanding into a global cryptocurrency platform. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/saetrevanessa_5794411_91172961_Coinbase.docx | Blockchain Profile | (total) 2024: 6,564,028 2023: 3,108,383 | 5th of March: $53.96 billion | Now: $222.45 52-week range: 146.12-349.75 | 2017: $100 million (Series D) 2013: $5 million (Series A) | As of 31st of December: 34.06% | - Price-to-earnings ratio: 22.59 - Net profit margin: 39.34% | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 |
StarkWare is a blockchain startup specializing in scaling solutions for Ethereum using zero-knowledge rollups and STARK proofs. The company’s mission is to enable blockchain scalability, reducing transaction costs while maintaining high security. Its primary focus is improving the efficiency and accessibility of decentralized applications (dApps) and financial systems. | www.starkware.co | Private | Scaling Ethereum with STARKs | Netanya, Israel | 2018 | Sequoia Capital, Paradigm, Pantera Capital | Growth | StarkWare offers two main products, 1StarkEx which is a layer-2 scaling engine used by dApps like dYdX, Immutable X, and Sorare to enable faster transactions and StarkNet a permissionless decentralized rollup network that allows developers to build smart contracts at scale. | Ethereum faces scalability issues, leading to high transaction fees and slow processing times. | StarkWare’s zero-knowledge rollups process transactions off-chain while maintaining on-chain security, significantly reducing costs and increasing speed. | It allows the “dApps” to operates with more efficiency, allowing the blockchain technology to be more accessible to the public. | Fixed Price and Transaction-Based Fees and “StarkEx” facilitates trading volume up to billions in monthly across most of their partner’s platforms. | StarkWare leverages cryptographic STARK proofs, enabling secure and scalable rollups. The tech stack includes Cairo (a Turing-complete language for proving computations), Ethereum smart contracts, and zk-STARK technology. | StarkWare is redefining blockchain scalability with its zero-knowledge rollup technology, pushing Ethereum’s efficiency to new levels. Strong leadership has been key in securing major funding and forming high-value partnerships, reinforcing its dominance in the space. By leveraging STARK proofs, the company has built a solution that isn’t just innovative but also widely adopted by leading decentralized applications.
The business model is solid, but there’s untapped potential in marketing to drive broader adoption. The team fosters a culture of technical excellence, though increasing adaptability to market shifts could further strengthen its positioning. With a well-timed product rollout and strong execution, StarkWare has successfully met customer needs while maintaining a competitive edge through regulatory compliance and intellectual property protection.
StarkWare is well-positioned to scale further, but staying ahead will require sharper market positioning and responsiveness to industry trends. The foundation is strong, and with the right strategic moves, the company can continue leading the Layer-2 space for the long haul. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/sawasdeeponnoah_5794019_91205843_StarkWare.docx | Blockchain Profile | null | N/A (Private Company) | null | Raised $273M across multiple rounds | null | null | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 |
Perplexity AI | www.perplexity.ai | Private | “The Search Engine that Answers” | San Francisco, California, USA | 2022 | IVP, NEA, Nvidia, Jeff Bezos | Hypergrowth | Perplexity AI provides a conversational search engine that combines large language models with live internet indexing to generate fact-checked, source-backed answers. Unlike other AI models that rely on pre-trained data, Perplexity pulls real-time information from verified sources, improving accuracy and credibility. The company also offers a Pro version with enhanced search capabilities, API access, and premium features tailored for researchers and professionals. | Traditional search engines are cluttered with ads, SEO-optimized content, and irrelevant links, making it harder for users to find precise, unbiased answers. | Perplexity AI delivers direct, sourced, and ad-free responses by combining real-time web crawling with AI-powered natural language processing. | Perplexity emphasize on accuracy and transparency while reduce the information chunk size from overloading | Freemium Model, Subscription Model, Enterprise and API Sales | Perplexity AI leverages large-scale transformer models similar to OpenAI’s GPT, combined with real-time web crawling and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG). Its architecture ensures that answers are continuously updated with fresh, sourced information, reducing hallucinations and improving response accuracy. The AI stack is built for scalability, allowing integration with external APIs and third-party platforms. | Perplexity AI has built a strong foundation in the AI-powered search space, positioning itself as a serious alternative to traditional search engines. With a solid leadership team and well-managed financial backing, the company has scaled rapidly, securing key investors and maintaining a sustainable growth trajectory. While its differentiation in the market is still developing, its ability to offer real-time, sourced answers without ads gives it a clear edge in terms of value proposition.
The business model is structured for scalability, balancing freemium access with a premium subscription model. Marketing has been a major strength, driving adoption and positioning Perplexity as a legitimate competitor to tech giants like Google and Microsoft. Internally, the company has cultivated a strong culture of innovation, with leadership demonstrating resilience in adapting to the fast-moving AI landscape. Its ability to meet customer needs is a key differentiator, ensuring a streamlined and transparent search experience.
Timing has been a crucial factor in Perplexity’s success, launching at a moment when AI-driven search is in high demand. Strong regulatory compliance and IP protection reinforce its credibility, while the product itself is well-designed and continuously evolving. With the right strategic moves, Perplexity AI has the potential to further establish itself in the market, but continued differentiation and refinement of its long-term positioning will be critical to sustaining its momentum as of now. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/sawasdeeponnoah_5794019_91205844_Perplexity.docx | Blockchain Profile | null | N/A (Private) | N/A | Over $100M+ raised | N/A | N/A | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Biobot Analytics is a pioneering biotechnology company specializing in wastewater-based epidemiology. By analyzing sewage, Biobot transforms wastewater infrastructure into public health observatories, providing valuable insights into community health trends. Founded in 2017 by biologist Mariana Matus and architect Newsha Ghaeli, the company is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts. | biobot.io | Private | Transforming wastewater into public health data | Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA | 2017 | Y Combinator, Ekistic Ventures, Refactor Capital, Liquid 2 Ventures | Active | Biobot Analytics turns wastewater into actionable public health data, detecting pathogens, illicit drugs, and other health indicators in real time. Its epidemiological reports help communities track outbreaks, assess public health measures, and identify emerging risks early. By combining molecular analysis with AI-driven insights, Biobot is transforming how health trends are monitored and managed. | Traditional public health monitoring methods often rely on clinical data, which can be delayed and may not capture asymptomatic cases. | By transforming wastewater into a source of public health data, Biobot enables early detection of disease outbreaks, monitoring of substance use trends, and assessment of public health interventions. | They provide the cost effective alternative monitoring solution that is not invasive and enabling proactive responses to emerging health threats. | Data as a Service Model, Subscription Model. As well as providing a consulting service for their customer | Biobot utilizes advanced molecular technologies and artificial intelligence to analyze sewage, transforming raw data into actionable public health insights. | Biobot Analytics has carved out a niche in wastewater-based epidemiology, offering a unique approach to public health monitoring by turning sewage data into actionable insights. The company has effectively leveraged its data-driven model to provide communities with early detection of outbreaks and trends, positioning itself as an essential tool for public health management. Its strong value proposition, well-timed market entry, and innovative product designhave been key drivers of its success.
While Biobot’s business model is solid and its financial management has been effective, differentiation remains a challenge as other players enter the wastewater analytics space. Leadership has navigated growth well, though resilience and adaptability could be stronger in responding to industry shifts. Marketing efforts have been effective in driving adoption, but continued expansion and visibility will be crucial for maintaining its position in the market.
Biobot’s ability to meet customer needs and navigate regulatory frameworks has reinforced its credibility, and its focus on timing and innovation has kept it ahead of emerging trends. Moving forward, scaling operations and strengthening competitive advantages will be essential to sustaining growth. The company has built a strong foundation, but long-term success will depend on its ability to refine its strategy, enhance differentiation, and solidify its leadership in the industry. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/sawasdeeponnoah_5794019_91205845_Biobot Analytics.docx | Blockchain Profile | null | N/A (Private Company) | N/A | Raised $2.5 million in seed funding in 2018 | N/A | N/A | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Coinone is one of South Korea’s leading cryptocurrency exchanges, founded in 2014. The company provides a secure and efficient platform for trading digital assets and offers various blockchain-based financial services. Coinone is known for its strong security measures and compliance with South Korean financial regulations. | https://coinone.co.kr | Private | Bringing Blockchain into the World | Yeouido, Seoul, South Korea | 2014 | Daily Financial Group, SBI Holdings, Kakao Ventures | Expansion Phase | 1 paragraph to list the offerings, including products and services being sold. | Lack of secure and regulated cryptocurrency exchanges in South Korea | A compliant and security-focused trading platform with robust customer protection measures. | Providing a safe and user-friendly digital asset trading experience while ensuring regulatory compliance and security. | Trading Fees, Payment Services, Staking(like saving in bank) | Coinone utilizes advanced blockchain security protocols, multi-signature wallets, and AI-driven fraud detection to provide a safe trading environment. The platform also integrates compliance tools for regulatory adherence. | Having observed Coinone’s strategic direction and leadership, it is clear that the company plays a significant role in South Korea’s digital asset ecosystem. Their commitment to regulatory compliance and user security sets them apart in a rapidly evolving industry. Coinone has established itself as a reliable cryptocurrency exchange by focusing on security, compliance, and innovative blockchain services. As one of Korea’s top three digital asset platforms, it offers robust trading solutions while navigating regulatory challenges. With expansion into staking and NFT markets, Coinone is positioning itself as a comprehensive digital asset platform. However, competition with giants like Upbit and Bithumb remains a challenge. Moving forward, its ability to innovate while maintaining compliance will be key to its success in the global crypto landscape. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/seonjongyeop_5794671_91212301_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat.docx | Blockchain Profile | 50M+ annually | N/A | N/A | ~80M | N/A | N/A | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 |
Oasis Labs is a blockchain technology company focused on privacy-first computing and scalable decentralized applications. It developed the Oasis Network, a Layer-1 blockchain designed for secure and confidential smart contracts. Oasis Labs’ mission is to empower organizations to unlock the value of data through cutting-edge technologies that safeguard privacy and confidentiality, enabling responsible and effective use of data. It focuses on privacy-preserving blockchain solutions for Web3, DeFi, and AI, providing secure infrastructure for developers and enterprises. | https://www.oasislabs.com/ | Private | Building cutting-edge technologies in privacy, AI, and decentralization. | San Franscisco, California, USA | 2018 | Accel, a16z, 3X Capital, ArkStream | Growth-Series B | Oasis Labs’ primary offering is the Oasis Network, a Layer 1 blockchain platform that enables privacy-preserving smart contracts and decentralized applications (dApps). Oasis Labs provides tools for developers to build on the Oasis Network, including the ParaTime architecture for scalable and confidential computing. Oasis Labs also offers solutions for AI integration, DeFi applications, gaming, and identity management. Additionally, they provide the Oasis Wallet for storing and managing ROSE tokens, the Oasis Explorer for analyzing on-chain activities, and Oasis PrivateSQL, a privacy-preserving SQL database solution that allows organizations to perform data analytics. More recently, Oasis gave Thorn Protocol a $30k grant to build a native Stableswap Protocol on Oasis’s Sapphire to help reduce slippage for stablecoin assets. | Oasis Labs addresses the problem of data transparency in traditional blockchain which enables sensitive data to be exposed. Additionally, it addresses costs and low speeds in blockchain transactions. | Oasis Labs offers a privacy-enabled Layer 1 blockchain platform, the Oasis Network, which embeds privacy directly into smart contracts through ParaTimes and the Oasis Privacy Layer. The network’s modular architecture separates consensus from computation via the ParaTime layer, enabling high throughput and low fees while supporting customizable privacy features. | Oasis Labs enables organizations and individuals to have control over their data (data tokenization) across platforms through blockchain solutions that are secure, scalable, and flexible, supporting a responsible data economy. | Oasis Network Fees: Oasis Labs generates some revenue through transaction fees (less than 0.01 per transaction), and gas fees on the Oasis Network, where developers and users pay for using the blockchain infrastructure. Enterprise features: Oasis Labs offers features such as the Private SQL to enterprises that operate on a tiered subscription model, as well as the fixed-price | Oasis Labs deploys their dual-layer blockchain network, Oasis Network with a ParaTime layer for parallel transation processing. Key techology components to the Network are the Sapphire ParaTime, which is an EVM-compatible environment with built-in security. The Oasis Privacy Later which allows for customizable smart contracts. And additional features such as the PrivateSQL system for private data analytics. | Oasis Labs' success stems from its leadership, differentiation, and resilience. Its privacy-first architecture uniquely integrates confidentiality into decentralized applications, addressing key challenges in AI and Big Data while enabling data tokenization. The company's ability to pivot towards growing industries like AI, maintaining scalability and low transaction costs, demonstrates its adaptability. Oasis Labs' value proposition of secure data control through scalable blockchain solutions is highly relevant in today's market, aligning with the increasing demand for privacy-preserving AI applications. Strategic partnerships, such as the collaboration with Thorn Protocol to build a native Stableswap Protocol on Oasis Sapphire, further enhance the ecosystem's liquidity and functionality. These developments underscore Oasis Labs' potential for sustained growth and its agility in the rapidly evolving blockchain landscape. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/serafinnina_5660605_91205911_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat-Oasis.docx | Blockchain Profile | Estimated $4.8M in annual revenues. | For ROSE coin (Oasis Network currency): $209,492,754.
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A3Logics is a global leader in providing innovative tech solutions with over two decades of industry expertise. This company specializes in offering customized and secure software solutions to businesses across a diverse range of industries (healthcare, banking, manufacturing, etc.). A3Logics is dedicated to empowering changemakers by delivering IT services to drive growth, efficiency and sustainability for their clients.
The company’s mission is to create human centric technologies to improve life for people and communities. Their vision is to be the first choice for organizations that seek cutting edge software solutions. They value integrity, transparency, teamwork and accountability which enable them to strive to build futuristic systems that improve the quality of life worldwide. They want to support changemakers by providing them with the right tools to turn their ideas into reality. | website | Privately held | Revolutionizing Healthcare with Cutting-Edge Solutions for Patient Care and Innovation. | Carlsbad, California | 2003 | Heimler and F6S investors | Growth, Hypergrowth, Pivot, Winddown, For sale, Bankrupt, etc | A3Logics offers a wide range of products and services designed to support business transformation and technological advancement. It includes custom software development, IT consulting, cloud solutions, and enterprise application services. They also specialize in enterprise mobility, e-commerce solutions, blockchain technology, and AI driven services. They also provide digital transformation services, cybersecurity, and IT support to ensure seamless business operations. Focusing on scalability and innovation, A3Logics solutions are tailored to meet the unique needs of different industries. | A3Logics address the challenges of business face when adopting and integrating advanced technologies. Organizations tend to struggle with inefficient processes, legacy systems, lack of cybersecurity, and the need to stay competitive in digital transformation. | A3Logics offers blockchain solutions that help enhance security and efficiency. Their blockchain services include dApps, smart contracts, and custom blockchain platforms for the specific business needs. | By offering full services from strategy and design to development and support, they enable businesses to modernize their operations and reduce operational costs. | A3Logics operates under a combination of pricing models depending on the client’s needs – fixed price contracts, subscription based services, and value added reseller agreements. They provide tailored solutions for long-term projects or maintenance through subscription models, offering ongoing support. In fixed-price contracts, A3Logics delivers custom software solutions within a specified budget and timeline. The subscription model provides continuous service with flexible plans based on usage for those in needs of scalability. Key metrics would include customer retention rates, project completion times, service time, and ROI delivered to clients through solutions. | They utilize cloud platforms like AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud for scalable infrastructure and deployment. Their development tools include Java, Python, .NET, and PHP for backend systems, while they use React and Angular for front end user interface. A3Logics uses native technologies such as Swift and Kotlin and Flutter for mobile app development. They also integrate blockchain for security and data transparency, AI/ML, and SAP and Oracle solutions. | A3Logics has achieved success by delivering innovative, tailored technology solutions to clients across various industries. Its ability to offer full stack services from consultation and development to integration and ongoing support sets it apart from competitors. A3Logics has positioned itself as a versatile and adaptable company, utilizing blockchain, AI, cloud computing to meet the evolving needs of its diverse client base. By emphasizing customer centric solutions, they built strong, long term relationships with its clients.
The company’s global delivery model has allowed large scalability for their services and reach a wide array of clients. Its focus on providing customized solutions that target the specific business challenges has earned it a strong reputation in industries where security and efficiency are prominent. A3Logics’ leadership has been key in driving growth as they constantly adapt to new trends and ensure the company remains ahead of the curve in a rapidly changing tech landscape. Although there are challenges such as limited market visibility and competition from more established players, A3Logics maintained steady growth by focusing on its customer experience, scalability, and expertise. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/shahpiya_5664667_91211762_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat.docx | Blockchain Profile | ~$82.1 M | null | null | null | null | null | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 |
Thirdweb is a California-based technology company offering a comprehensive Web3 development platform. Their suite of tools enables developers to create, deploy, and manage decentralized applications (dApps) with ease. Key offerings include smart contract creation and deployment, user authentication, infrastructure connectivity to decentralized networks, and blockchain transaction facilitation. | https://thirdweb.com/ | Private | "We make it really easy to build web3 apps" | San Francisco, CA | 2020 | Coinbase Ventures, Shopify, Polygon, Haun Ventures, Mark Cuban, Gary Vaynerchuk | Active; experiencing growth with over 100,000 Web3 developers on the platform as of July 2023 | Thirdweb offers a comprehensive suite of tools and services designed to simplify Web3 development. Their offerings include pre-built smart contracts, client-side SDKs for wallet and blockchain interactions, a performant RPC service, backend servers for contract management, and AI tools for blockchain interactions. These tools enable developers to build, deploy, and scale decentralized applications across multiple blockchain networks efficiently. | Developers face significant challenges in building and deploying Web3 applications due to the complexity of blockchain integrations, smart contract development, and decentralized infrastructure management. | Thirdweb provides a no-code and low-code development platform with pre-built smart contracts, SDKs, and backend tools, simplifying Web3 app creation and deployment across multiple blockchain networks. | By reducing the technical barriers of blockchain development, Thirdweb enables faster, more efficient, and scalable decentralized application deployment, empowering developers to focus on innovation rather than infrastructure. | Thirdweb operates on a freemium model, providing its core Web3 development tools and services at no cost to lower entry barriers for developers and businesses. The company plans to introduce advanced features in the future, which users can opt to pay for, ensuring transparency in pricing. | Thirdweb offers a full-stack, open-source Web3 platform for building decentralized applications (dApps). Their stack includes pre-built smart contracts, SDKs for environments like React, TypeScript, .NET, and Unity, a high-performance RPC service, backend servers for contract management, and AI tools for blockchain interactions. Supporting over 700 EVM-compatible chains, it enables efficient dApp development, deployment, and scaling across multiple blockchain networks. | Thirdweb has achieved significant success by positioning itself as a key player in the rapidly growing Web3 ecosystem. The company provides a comprehensive, full-stack development platform that allows developers to easily build and scale decentralized applications (dApps) across over 700 Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM)-compatible blockchain networks. Thirdweb’s user-friendly tools, including pre-built smart contracts and client-side SDKs for various programming environments, cater to developers of all skill levels, making it an attractive option in the crowded Web3 space. By prioritizing ease of use and flexibility, the company has managed to serve a broad range of use cases, from DeFi to NFTs and beyond.
One of the key factors in Thirdweb's success has been its strategic acquisitions, which have enabled it to enhance its offerings and remain competitive. The company has acquired platforms such as Paper, Yup, and Web3Onboard, which help improve user onboarding and wallet integration for decentralized applications. This focus on streamlining the user experience for both developers and end-users has positioned Thirdweb as a go-to platform for those looking to build Web3 applications efficiently. Furthermore, the timing of Thirdweb's market entry coincided with the rising demand for Web3 technologies, allowing the company to capitalize on this trend and grow its user base significantly.
Overall, Thirdweb's commitment to solving key challenges in Web3 development—such as user onboarding, multi-chain integration, and simplifying complex blockchain interactions—has played a major role in its success. The company’s innovative product offerings, backed by strategic leadership and timely market entry, have helped it stand out in a competitive and fast-evolving market. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/solorzanomariaisabella_5611636_91197117_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat.docx | Blockchain Profile | $6.9M per year | N/A | N/A | Series A Round (August 2022): $24 million, valuing the company at $160 million.
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Minds was founded by Bill Ottman in 2015 and is a blockchain based social network focused on privacy, freedom of speech, and decentralization. It rewards user engagement with Minds tokens, which can increase content or exchange for cryptocurrency. Minds adopts an open source, transparent model that empowers users with content ownership, monetization, and censorship resistance, attracting those seeking more data control. | https://www.minds.com/ | null | null | PO Box 7681,Wilton, Connecticut, USA | 2015 | N/A | Growth | Minds is a decentralized social network that provides community driven tools for content creation, monetization, and promotion. Users can build custom social spaces, earn Minds tokens through participation, and earn profits through direct payment, membership, and ad free content promotion. | Traditional social media platforms rely on centralized control, data monetization, and censorship, limiting user privacy, free speech, and revenue opportunities for creators. | Minds provides a decentralized, open-source platform where users retain control over their content, earn revenue through crypto and cash payments, and engage in an uncensored social experience. | Minds empowers users with freedom, privacy, and financial independence, providing an alternative to mainstream social networks by ensuring decentralization, transparent monetization, and user owned data. | Minds earns revenue through subscriptions, tips, and token-based promotions. Users can subscribe to Minds+ or Minds Pro, earn from memberships, or boost content with Minds Tokens or cash. | Minds uses blockchain and open source technology to achieve decentralization and transparency. It supports cryptocurrency and cash payments, rewards users with Ethereum based tokens, and ensures privacy through an encrypted and token driven Boost system. | Minds is a decentralized social platform that prioritizes privacy, freedom of speech, and user control. It allows users to earn tokens, monetize content, and increase visibility without relying on advertisements. Through blockchain integration and minimal scrutiny, Minds has attracted those seeking mainstream network alternatives. Despite the challenges in scalability, its unique model continues to grow, demonstrating the demand for independent, user driven social media. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/tanzunyu_5671125_91202688_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat.docx | Blockchain Profile | Not publicly disclosed | N/A | N/A | $17.4M total funding over 4 rounds | null | N/A | 4 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Binance is a cryptocurrency exchange that provides access to a variety of services such as trading cryptocurrencies, trading NFTs, and lending. Binance attempts to make cryptocurrency more accessible by prioritizing low fees, providing increased security and providing access to a wide variety of digital assets. | binance.us | Private | None | HQ: None | 2017 | Vertex Ventures, Iron Key Capital, Black Hole Capital, ICONIUM, Funcity Capital, Fundamental Labs | Growth | Binance allows users to trade cryptocurrencies on Spot, Margin, and Futures. Binance P2P allows users to buy and sell cryptocurrencies. Binance Earn allows users to earn interest on their cryptocurrencies. Binance Launchpad allows users to buy and sell cryptocurrencies. Finally, Binance NFT allows users to trade or perform other actions dealing with NFTs. | Current blockchain platforms are too slow, not secure enough, and have high fees. | Binance’s cryptocurrency exchange is highly efficient, has low fees, has more cryptocurrencies, and has increased security with SAFU. | Binance’s platform offers an easy-to-use platform with services like trading crypto, buying and selling crypto, earning interest, earning tokens, and trading NFTs. | Binance earns money through trading/transaction fees, interest from lending, margin trading, and investments in the Binance Coin. | Binance utilizes the Binance Smart Chain for smart contracts. Binance uses AI to detect fraud on the platform. Binance also uses cloud technology to ensure reliability and scalability. | Binance is a success primarily because of its low trading fees, which are much lower than similar companies. Binance is also successful because of its faster transactions and its support for a wide variety of cryptocurrencies and digital assets. Binance has a much bigger global reach when compared to its competitors. Finally, Binance is successful because of its ability to adapt despite having to face numerous regulations and violations across different countries. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/tatikondanithin_5568199_91212092_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat (1).docx | Blockchain Profile | $16.8 billion in 2023 | null | null | null | null | null | 3 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 2 |
Peaq is a blockchain platform that is made to offer transaction infrastructure for a hyperconnected and decentralized world. Provider of a blockchain network for the machine economy. | https://www.peaq.network | Private | Powering the Machine Economy | Singapore | 2017 | Is funded by 30 investors. Coinlist is the most recent. | Growth, Hypergrowth, Pivot, Winddown, For sale, Bankrupt, etc | Peaq provides a comprehensive Web3 infrastructure tailored for the EoT, enabling machines and devices to autonomously operate and transact. Its offerings include a high-performance Layer-1 blockchain, decentralized identity (DID) solutions, machine wallets, and a machine-focused DeFi ecosystem. Peaq also equips developers with tools to build and deploy decentralized applications (dApps) for industries such as mobility, energy, and supply chain automation. Additionally, Peaq ensurres secure and efficient machine-to-machine (M2M) interactions across various sectors. | Peaq aims to solve the issue of centralized control, where traditional apps funnel the data, value, and power generated by machines to the top 1%. By decentralizing machine interactions, Peaq ensures that ownership and benefits are more equitably distributed. | Peaq offers a comprehensive platform for building applications for vehicles, robots, and devices across various industries. It enables clients to own, govern, and maintain their infrastructure, addressing challenges such as trust, scalability, and interoperability. By leveraging Peaq’s technology, machines and devices can autonomously exchange, synchronize, and trade data in real time within decentralized networks. | Peaq is a platform built to drive the Economy of Things (EoT), enabling machines and devices to autonomously own, manage, and monetize their operations within decentralized networks. Its core value lies in empowering machines, vehicles, and devices to function independently and generate revenue through blockchain technology. | Peaq operates on a Value-Added Distributor (VAD) / Value-Added Reseller (VAR) model, combined with a transaction-based revenue structure. Additionally, Peaq has its own native token, which serves multiple functions, including paying transaction fees, participating in DAO governance, and staking. | peaq is a Layer 1 blockchain specifically designed to support DePINs and Machine Real World Assets. They offer compatibility with both EVM and WASM smart contracts, providing the developers with flexibility in their programming language choices. Peaw also provides ready-to-use modular functions, accessible via JavaScript Software Development Kit, to quip DePINs and dApps with essential core functionalities. | Peaq has been successful by pioneering the integration of blockchain technology with the Machine Economy (MachineFi) and DePINs. Unlike traditional blockchain networks, they provide a highly scalable, decentralized infrastructure specifically designed for machines, vehicles, and IoT devices to operate autonomously. By leveraging a unique combination of EVM and WASM compatibility, self-sovereign machine identities, and machine-driven DeFi solutions, Peaq has successfully differentiated itself in the Web3 space. Its ability to provide real-world utility beyond speculative cryptocurrency trading gives it a strong foundation for long-term growth.
Another key factor in Peaq’s success is its strategic funding and leadership. The company has raised over $43.5 million in multiple funding rounds and attracted influential executives like Michael Ganser and Werner Geissler to drive enterprise adoption. Peaq’s modular approach, offering plug-and-play functions for developers and businesses, makes it highly adaptable for industries such as autonomous mobility, logistics, smart cities, and AI-driven devices. This adaptability has allowed Peaq to onboard an increasing number of ecosystem partners, further validating its technology.
As demand for AI, IoT, and decentralized networks grows, Peaq is well-positioned to capitalize on the trend of machines becoming independent economic agents, so they were good on timing as well. With the shift toward Web3 and tokenized economies, Peaq provides an essential infrastructure layer for a future where machines transact autonomously, making it a visionary yet practical solution. Its strong technological foundation, strategic vision, and focus on real-world adoption have made it a standout success in the blockchain industry. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/throneholstsina_5794404_91210278_Peaq Business profile-1.docx | Blockchain Profile | $16.4M | $104.23 M | null | In total they have raised around $43.5M across all their funding rounds. | N/A | N/A | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 |
Ondo Finance is a blockchain tech company founded in 2021 which aims to make financial products and services accessible to the public. Likewise, it’s a decentralized financial platform which offers financial investments through the use of real-world asset (RWA) tokens. With a focus in high-quality asset management and decentralized financial protocols, Ondo emphasizes transparency through assisting investors to make clear predictions about their returns given a volatile financial market through the use of blockchain technology. By partnering with financial protocols such as Ethereum, Ondo Finance overall strives to revolutionize tokenized assets through the implementation of blockchain. | ondo.finance/ | Private | Bridging Traditional Finance and DeFi | New York, NY | 2021 | Coinbase, Tiger Global Management, etc. | Hypergrowth | Some core products include OUSG (Ondo Short-Term US Treasuries Fund) which enables investors to gain insights regarding low-risk assets, Liquidity-as-a-Service (LaaS) which aids token issuers to maximize their overall liquidity, and the recently develop Ondo Chain which is a layer-1 blockchain designed to implement tokenized RWAs to be secure. | Bridging the gap between traditional finance and decentralized finance. | Providing tokenized RWAs | Ondo Finance aims to create better investment opportunities for investors through an emphasis on transparency, by optimizing their overall returns and liquidity through tokenized assets. | Fee-based, fixed-price model which implements fees on transaction and management (which is around 0.15% - 0.30%) for tokenized assets, | Ondo Finance leverage blockchain to tokenize RWA, providing on-chain transactions for investors, ensuring overall transparency. By implementing financial protocols such as Ethereum, decentralized financial platforms have been feasibly integrated to seamlessly manage the flow of asset markets and financial transactions. Additionally, smart contacts are also being employed to ensure such transactions are being transparent. To merge RWAs into decentralized finance, API integration is being implemented as well. | The success of Ondo Finance can be attributed to integrating decentralized financial platforms through the use of tokenized RWA. By implementing blockchain technology, this ensured on-chain transactions for financial investors by making sure such transactions were secure and transparent, through making low-risk, stable assets accessible given a volatile market. This enabled investors to make better predictions and therefore, optimize their overall finance portfolio. By collaborating with established decentralized financial platforms and exchanges and financial companies like Mastercard, Ondo Finance has established its overall market by expanding its services with such companies helping them generate financial yields, generating a overall total value locked of $1 billion. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/venkatesanharshita_LATE_5732585_91223330_blockchain_company_business_profile.docx | Blockchain Profile | null | $2.66 billion | ONDO, Price: $0.84, High: $2.14, Low: $0.44 | $20 million, Series A | null | null | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Chainalysis, founded in 2014 by Michael Gronager, Jan Møller, and Jonathan Levin, is a leading blockchain analysis firm headquartered in New York City. The company specializes in providing data, software, services, and research to government agencies, exchanges, financial institutions, and other clients to analyze blockchain transactions and monitor compliance. The mission of Chainalysis is to build trust in blockchains by providing transparency and actionable insights, enabling businesses, banks, and governments to make critical decisions, encourage innovation, and protect consumers. Chainalysis focuses on empowering organizations to detect, disrupt, and deter crypto crime with blockchain insights. Their solutions assist law enforcement in tracing funds, assessing risk, preventing fraud, and finding crypto insights with the most advanced blockchain intelligence platform. In other words, Chainalysis is all about fostering transparency in the world of crypto in order to make it more intuitive and trustworthy for ordinary people. | https://www.chainalysis.com | Private | Build Trust | New York City | 2014 | Accel, Addition, Benchmark, Coatue, GIC, Paradigm, Ribbit | Growth/ late-stage | The Risk & Compliance Solutions include three packages (Silver, Gold, Platinum) which provide transaction screening and address/entity risk assessment to help organizations manage crypto-related risks effectively. Investigative Solutions offer tools like Chainalysis Reactor and Storyline, these packages assist in detailed blockchain investigations, enabling users to trace and analyze cryptocurrency transactions. Global Services provide expertise in cryptocurrency investigations, compliance, and cybersecurity, helping clients navigate complex crypto challenges. | Chainalysis solves the problem of crypto-related financial crime and compliance risks by providing blockchain intelligence that helps businesses, governments, and law enforcement to detect fraud, trace illicit transactions, and ensure regulatory compliance. | Blockchain analytics software, risk assessment tools, and investigative services that enable organizations to trace cryptocurrency transactions, assess risks, and ensure compliance with financial regulations. | Chainalysis provides AI-based IT-Services/ tools to foster transparency in the world of cryptocurrencies, make crypto safer and more trusted for/ by end users. | Subscription-based model (clients pay for access to blockchain-analytics software) | Chainalysis leverages advanced blockchain analytics, machine learning, and big data processing to map cryptocurrency transactions and identify real-world entities behind them. Their algorithms analyze vast amounts of blockchain data to detect patterns, assess risks, and trace illicit activity. | Chainalysis became a success because it solved a major trust problem in cryptocurrency—helping governments, businesses, and financial institutions track and prevent illicit activity in a space known for its anonymity. The company also grew because it was early to the game and gained trust quickly. By working closely with agencies like the FBI and global financial institutions, Chainalysis positioned itself as the go-to source for blockchain intelligence. Finally, its business model was smart and scalable: Offering subscription-based software rather than one-time services created steady, recurring revenue. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/wimmersimon_5793578_91209929_Blockchain Business Profile_Simon Wimmer.docx | Blockchain Profile | $250m (2024) | null | null | $545m | null | null | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 |
Ruyui Studios is a Web3-native creative studio focused on developing an on-chain avatar project called Ruyui. The company aims to merge animation, gaming, and blockchain technology to create a unique digital experience. Built on the Abstract blockchain, Ruyui enables users to own and trade their avatars as NFTs, ensuring provable digital ownership and interoperability across various metaverse applications. | https://ruyui.com/ | Private | null | London, United Kingdom | 2024 | Bharat Krymo and Elton Henderson | Growth | Ruyui Studios offers a blockchain-based avatar system that allows users to create, customize, and trade avatars securely. It integrates animation, gaming mechanics, and decentralized finance (DeFi) to create an interactive ecosystem. Users can deploy their avatars across compatible metaverse platforms, enhancing cross-platform usability. | Ownership of digital assets in gaming and virtual worlds is often centralized, limiting user control and interoperability. | Ruyui provides blockchain-powered avatars that users can own, customize, and trade across different metaverse environments, ensuring true digital ownership. | Ruyui enables users to own fully customizable, tradeable avatars with real-world value, secured by blockchain technology. | Ruyui Studios operates on a hybrid revenue model that includes NFT sales, marketplace fees, and partnerships with gaming platforms. The platform also leverages subscription-based premium features for avatar customization and interoperability. | Ruyui is built on the Abstract blockchain, known for its efficiency and scalability. The platform utilizes smart contracts for avatar customization and ownership verification. It also integrates AI-driven animation techniques to enhance the user experience. | Ruyui Studios is positioning itself as a leading player in the Web3 space by integrating blockchain, gaming, and AI-driven animation into avatar development. By ensuring true ownership and interoperability, Ruyui is addressing the limitations of centralized avatar systems. Its strategic partnerships and innovative technology give it a competitive edge, making it a promising startup in the blockchain and gaming ecosystem. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/wusamantha_5659854_91198642_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat.docx | Blockchain Profile | N/A | N/A | N/A | Early-stage funding | N/A | N/A | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 |
R3 is the developer of an enterprise blockchain software intended to offer distributed ledger technology for the financial services industry. Their protocol hosts applications for banks, clearinghouses, exchanges, market infrastructure providers, asset managers and central banks among others, enabling financial and legal experts to manage and execute institutions' financial agreements in synchrony with their peers.
R3's mission is to create open, trusted, and advanced digital economies. The company's blockchain technology is used to improve financial markets, including banking, insurance, capital markets, and global trade. | https://r3.com/ | Privately Held | "Enabling an open, trusted, and advanced digital economy" | NY, New York | 2014 | B3(Brazil), Bangkok Bank, Bank Bradesco, Barclays, and BBVA USA Bancshares are 5 of 60 investors who have invested in R3. | Later Stage VC | Founded in 2014, R3 quickly became a leader in developing digital solutions for businesses worldwide, notably through the many applications of its distributed ledger technology, Corda, in tokenization and financial markets operations.
Specializing in digital markets, R3’s Corda, digital assets, digital currencies and interoperability solutions enable transactions with control, security and privacy, providing asset mobility in a permissioned, trusted environment.
By continuously striving for innovative solutions, R3 continues to shape and progress digital economies. | Digital solutions through their ledger technology, Corda, in tokenization and fincial markets operations. | R3's focus on digita markets enables transactions at higher security that provides asset mobility in trusted environment. | null | n/a private company | R3's Corda is powering the digitalization of assets and currencies connecting global markets; it is the first digital bond issuance on Euroclear's Digital Financial Market Infrastructure.
The use of Corda’s unique distributed architecture demonstrates the capabilities of the platform to support the issuance and primary distribution part of the lifecycle of a bond under the existing legal framework applicable to an ICSD. R3 is enabling an open, trusted and enduring digital economy where value is securely exchanged. | “R3 has achieved success by promoting collaboration among banks as they delve into blockchain technology,” stated Richard Johnson, vice president of market structure & technology at Greenwich Associates. “They have engaged with numerous blockchain technology firms.”
R3CEV is primarily recognized for its homegrown Corda blockchain platform, which Richard Brown, CTO of R3CEV, described in the consortium’s blog as being “specifically crafted to handle financial agreements between regulated financial entities.” He added, “It draws significant inspiration from blockchain systems, capturing their advantages while avoiding the design choices that can render blockchains unsuitable for many banking applications.” | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/xuchristine_5617342_91210646_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat_Christine Xu.docx | Blockchain Profile | ~$115.4 million | null | null | ~$122 million | null | null | 3 | 4 | 3 | -1 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 |
Bybit is a professional cryptocurrency exchange platform. Their purpose is to become the most dependable crypto trading service through security, transparency, and reliability. They aim to promote a diverse and healthy environment of crypto education and growth opportunities. | www.bybit.com | Private | “Listen, care and improve” | Central Region, Singapore | March 2018 | 9 institutional investors including Streamlined Ventures, Hack VC and DRAGONFLY. | Growth | Bybit offers a 24/7 multilingual customer service with options for spot and derivatives trading. Also offer mining and staking products as well as API support for algorithmic trading. | Steep learning curve, crypto security, risk management features | Intuitive and accessible platform, cold storage, 2FA, strong data encryption, take-profit & stop-loss orders | Providing a widely useful, secure, and user-friendly platform for crypto trading | Primarily transaction model. Also referrals and partnerships. Leverage / Liquidation fees. VAD/VAR, optional subscriptions | High frequency trading engine + low latency technology to provide a very fast trading experience even during peak times. This helps for highly volatile cryptocurrency trading as well. Cloud infrastructure (AWS) for reliability. Advanced security protocols. | Bybit was a success due to several key factors such as contextual timing, and unique and desirable product design through differentiation from competitors in the blockchain industry. Founded in early 2018 during the bitcoin bubble crash from 2017-2018, the company capitalized on the sudden influx of new users seeking to invest in the comparatively low price on cryptocurrencies. The company’s inherently UI friendly platform design coupled with vast advanced trading tool options brought in an enormous number of new users while also maintaining and nurturing advanced traders. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/yidabin_5202061_91210031_Bybit Business Profile SP2025.docx | Blockchain Profile | Estimated $269.5M per year | null | N/A (Not publicly traded) | null | null | null | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
MoonPay is a financial technology company that builds payments infrastructure for crypto. Our on-and-off-ramp suite of products provides a seamless experience for converting between fiat currencies and cryptocurrencies using all major payment methods including debit and credit card, local bank transfers, Apple Pay and Google Pay. MoonPay is active in more than 160 countries and is trusted by 300+ leading wallets, websites, and applications to accept payments and defeat fraud. | https://www.moonpay.com/ | Private | A whole world of crypto, in one simple account | Miami | 2019 | Tiger Global Management, Coatue Management, Blossom Capital, New Enterprise Associates, Paradigm, and Thrive Capital. | Growth, Hypergrowth | MoonPay's core product is an on-ramp and off-ramp solution, allowing users to buy, sell, and swap cryptocurrencies using credit/debit cards, bank transfers, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and PayPal. MoonPay also provides HyperMint, which is an NFT minting platform for brands and creators, and MoonPay Concierge - a premium service for high-net-worth individuals to purchase high-value digital assets. The company partners with crypto exchanges, wallets, and NFT platforms, integrating its payment infrastructure to streamline Web3 adoption. | MoonPay solves the problem of complex and inaccessible crypto transactions. By bridging traditional finance with Web3, MoonPay lowers entry barriers for mainstream adoption of cryptocurrencies and NFTs. | Providing a seamless, user-friendly payment infrastructure that allows anyone to buy, sell, and swap cryptocurrencies using familiar payment methods like credit cards, bank transfers, and digital wallets | MoonPay’s value proposition lies in its ability to provide a fast, secure, and user-friendly gateway between traditional finance and the crypto economy. MoonPay enables both businesses and individuals to easily participate in the digital asset ecosystem. | MoonPay makes money by charging fees on crypto transactions, like when people buy, sell, or swap cryptocurrencies through its platform. It works with exchanges, wallets, and NFT marketplaces to provide an easy way for users to convert regular money into crypto. MoonPay also offers extra services like HyperMint, which helps businesses create NFTs, and MoonPay Concierge, a service for wealthy individuals who want to buy expensive digital assets. Overall, its business model is based on making crypto more accessible while earning revenue from transaction fees and premium services. | Moonpay definitely uses the blockchain and cryptographic protocols to ensure the safety of their transactions. They probably use some type of API integration to connect with other platforms and access wallets. In terms of their tech stack, they use Node.js, React, TypeScript, CloudFlare, Redis, Amazon S3, GraphQL, ExpressJS, Heroku, Amazon RDS, Tailwind CSS, Apollo, Postman Amazon SES, and Netlify. | I believe that Moonpay was a success due to multiple factors that I've ranked. First, the timing of this company is basically impeccable. The crypto and blockchain market is thriving and continues to hyperexpand, alongside this expansion is the interest of the general crowd. People who have no knowledge of the crypto space are easily able to access this space through moonpay. Furthermore, I think the company culture is very outstanding, since they follow this acronym "B.L.O.C.K" which gives them a plus rating in terms of culture. Additionally, their product design and idea follow a very modern aesthetic, which appeals more specifically to their target audience. And obviously, their business model, which makes money from charging each transaction is just a wonderful money-making model itself in the finance space, allowing for rapid growth and financial surplus. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Blockchain Profile/yudavid_5621219_91203820_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat.docx | Blockchain Profile | null | null | null | $555 Million Series A Financing Round | null | null | 3 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 |
IdentifyHer is a Dublin-based digital health startup founded in 2021. The company specializes in creating innovative technology solutions to support women experiencing perimenopause and menopause. Their flagship product, Peri, is a wearable biosensor that tracks physiological symptoms using AI and data analytics, providing both users and clinicians with actionable health insights. | https://www.identifyher.ai | Start-Up | Empowering Women’s Midlife Health | Dublin, Ireland | 2021 | Early-stage VCs and grant support | Start-Up | IdentifyHer’s flagship product, Peri, is a wearable device that tracks symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, and anxiety. It uses advanced biosensors and AI to provide real-time, personalized health insights to women and healthcare providers. This allows for proactive care and tailored treatment during the perimenopausal phase. | Millions of women experience perimenopausal symptoms but lack objective ways to track and manage them. | IdentifyHer’s Peri device collects real-time physiological data and uses AI to generate insights. | By combining biosensing and AI, IdentifyHer bridges a gap in women’s healthcare with accurate, actionable, and personalized care. | IdentifyHer operates on a B2B2C model, offering its wearable device through partnerships with healthcare providers and clinics, as well as direct-to-consumer sales via online channels. | Peri leverages wearable biosensor technology integrated with AI-powered analytics. The device continuously tracks key symptoms and offers tailored health recommendations through a connected mobile application. | IdentifyHer is a trailblazing health tech startup tackling an underserved segment in women’s health perimenopause. Their innovative product, Peri, combines biosensor technology and AI to deliver real-time, personalized insights for symptom tracking and management. With a solid founding team, an unmet market need, and a thoughtful go-to-market strategy, IdentifyHer is well-positioned to make a meaningful impact in digital health. While clinical validation and long-term scalability remain in progress, the company’s clear value proposition and early traction suggest a bright future. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Healthcare Profile/aryansimon_5727271_91338141_Spring2025_IdentifyHerPeri.docx | Healthcare Profile | null | null | null | Seed/VC-backed, grant-funded ($722,000) | null | null | 4 | 3 | -1 | 4 | -1 | 4 | 4 | -1 | -1 | 5 | 4 | 5 |
Ferrum Health is a San Francisco-based AI healthcare startup founded in 2017. The company was built with a mission to reduce preventable medical errors in healthcare by enabling safe, private, and scalable deployment of artificial intelligence in clinical workflows. Rather than building its own AI models, Ferrum provides hospitals and healthcare systems with a secure infrastructure to manage and evaluate third-party AI tools.
Its core purpose is to empower healthcare providers with trustworthy, explainable AI tools while ensuring compliance, data privacy, and minimal IT burden. Ferrum Health is one of the few startups focused on the often overlooked but critical area of AI governance and safety, helping health systems avoid unnecessary risks. | https://ferrumhealth.com | Private | AI Patient Safety Platform” | San Francisco, CA | 2017 | Urban Innovation Fund, Founders Fund, and others | Growth stage | Ferrum Health offers a turnkey AI platform for health systems to evaluate, monitor, and operationalize AI tools, especially in radiology. Their flagship product is a private, on-premise AI hub that enables hospitals to run vetted AI models for cancer detection, diagnostic enhancement, and clinical reporting—without needing to send patient data to the cloud.
Their services also include AI governance, deployment infrastructure, performance tracking, and bias audits to ensure health systems can adopt AI tools safely and ethically. | Most hospitals lack the infrastructure and expertise to safely deploy AI, and existing cloud-based solutions pose data privacy risks. There’s also no simple way to validate or monitor third-party models once implemented. | Ferrum Health provides a secure platform to evaluate, govern, and deploy AI models inside a hospital’s firewall. It minimizes risk while enabling AI innovation in diagnostics and clinical workflows. | Ferrum helps hospitals improve patient outcomes using AI—without compromising on safety, privacy, or regulatory compliance. | Ferrum operates a subscription-based B2B SaaS model, licensing its AI platform to hospital networks. Contracts are typically multi-year with pricing based on deployment scale and number of AI models used. | Ferrum’s platform is built with a containerized, on-premise architecture allowing plug-and-play deployment of AI models. It integrates with hospital PACS systems and EHRs, with capabilities for continuous performance monitoring, security auditing, and feedback loops. Technologies include Docker, Kubernetes, Python, AI model interpreters, and custom analytics dashboards. | Ferrum Health stands out in the AI healthcare landscape by addressing a crucial but often neglected aspect: safe and ethical AI deployment. While other startups focus on flashy AI diagnostics, Ferrum builds the infrastructure that makes AI actually usable and trustworthy in clinical settings.
Their platform's emphasis on data privacy, model auditability, and patient safety has made it a valuable partner for hospitals trying to adopt AI without legal or ethical risk. With a strong leadership team, growing traction, and a mission that resonates with modern healthcare needs, Ferrum Health is well-positioned to become the backbone of enterprise-grade AI in medicine. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Healthcare Profile/bashirosaydasif_LATE_5670978_91341707_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat-2.docx | Healthcare Profile | 3.2M | N/A | N/A | $31M in Seed and Series A | N/A | N/A | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 |
GeneDx is a biotechnology company specializing in genetic testing services, with a primary focus on rare and ultra-rare disorders. Founded in 2000 by Sherri Bale and John Compton, former scientists from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the company was established to provide clinical diagnostic services for conditions lacking commercial testing options at the time. GeneDx aims to deliver personalized and actionable health insights that inform diagnosis, direct treatment, and improve drug discovery. | https://www.genedx.com | Public | One test. Big picture. Brighter futures. | Stamford, Connecticut, USA | 2020 | Bain Capital Life Sciences, Accelmed Partners, Veritas Capital | Growth | GeneDx offers a comprehensive suite of genetic testing services, including: Exome Sequencing: XomeDx® delivers higher diagnostic yield compared to chromosomal microarray (CMA) and multigene panels. Genome Sequencing: GenomeSeqDx is the most comprehensive genetic test available, including mitochondrial genome sequencing. Rapid Genome Sequencing: GenomeXpress® assists in identifying genetic disorders in infants in intensive care units. | Many patients with rare and ultra-rare genetic disorders face prolonged diagnostic odysseys, leading to delays in appropriate treatment and management. | GeneDx provides advanced genetic testing services, such as exome and genome sequencing, to deliver accurate and timely diagnoses for individuals with rare genetic conditions. | By leveraging cutting-edge genomic technologies and extensive clinical expertise, GeneDx empowers healthcare providers and patients with actionable insights, facilitating personalized medical care and improving health outcomes. | GeneDx operates on a fixed-price model for its genetic testing services, offering transparent pricing for healthcare providers and patients. The company also collaborates with biopharmaceutical partners and engages in research initiatives to advance genomic medicine. | GeneDx utilizes next-generation sequencing technologies, including whole exome and whole genome sequencing, to analyze genetic material. The company employs artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms to interpret complex genomic data, enhancing diagnostic accuracy and efficiency. | GeneDx is a biotechnology company that specializes in genetic testing for rare and ultra-rare disorders, founded in 2000. The company uses cutting-edge technologies, including whole exome and genome sequencing, to provide accurate diagnostics that aid in the treatment of patients with complex genetic conditions. GeneDx aims to enhance patient outcomes by offering comprehensive genetic testing solutions, which are crucial for early detection and personalized treatment strategies. The company's services extend to newborn screening, critical care diagnostics, and collaboration with biopharmaceutical companies, supporting the development of precision medicine. GeneDx is also advancing AI-powered analytics to improve the efficiency and accuracy of genetic test interpretations, making it a leader in the rapidly growing genomics industry. Its innovative approach allows for better identification of rare genetic disorders and contributes to the growing field of genomic medicine. With strong financial growth and a solid market position, GeneDx continues to innovate and expand its offerings. The company is well-poised for further growth, particularly in the areas of newborn screening and AI-driven genetic diagnostics. However, it must navigate the competitive landscape and regulatory challenges to maintain its leadership and drive future success. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Healthcare Profile/beheradebasish_LATE_5795058_91338286_Spring2025_GeneDX.docx | Healthcare Profile | In Q3 2024, GeneDx reported revenues of $76.9 million, a 44% increase from the previous year. | null | WGS
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Amwell is a leading telehealth company that connects patients with healthcare providers through a scalable, AI-powered platform designed for virtual consultations, remote patient monitoring, and seamless EHR integration. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Boston, Amwell partners with hospitals, insurers, and employers to improve healthcare accessibility, reduce costs, and enhance patient outcomes. Its flagship Amwell Converge platform combines in-person, virtual, and automated care, offering services in urgent care, behavioral health, and chronic condition management. Backed by investors like Google, Anthem, and Philips, Amwell continues to innovate in digital healthcare despite financial restructuring challenges. | business.amwell.com | Public (NYSE: AMWL) | Digitally empowering healthcare ambitions | Boston, Massachusetts | 2006 | Anthem, Philips, Allianz, Teva Pharmaceuticals, Google | Growth challenges, facing financial restructuring | Amwell offers a range of telehealth services, including urgent care, specialty care, behavioral health, and chronic condition management. The company provides these services through its platform, which can be integrated into existing healthcare systems, allowing for seamless video consultations and electronic health record (EHR) integration. Amwell also offers the Amwell Converge platform, a hybrid care solution that combines in-person, virtual, and automated care to enhance patient experiences and outcomes. | Amwell addresses the critical issue of healthcare accessibility, affordability, and efficiency. Traditional healthcare systems often struggle with long wait times, high costs, and geographical barriers, limiting access to quality care. | Amwell’s platform enables virtual doctor visits, AI-driven patient engagement, and seamless integration with hospital networks, allowing for remote diagnosis, treatment, and follow-ups. | This solution offers convenience, cost-effectiveness, and high-quality care, making healthcare more accessible to a wider population. | Amwell has transitioned to a subscription-first business model, focusing on recurring revenue from healthcare providers and insurers rather than relying solely on per-visit fees. The company now generates most of its income through long-term SaaS contracts, offering scalable, white-labeled telehealth solutions to hospitals, employers, and payers. | Amwell leverages AI-driven telehealth technology, including HIPAA-compliant video conferencing, mobile applications for remote access, and seamless EHR system integration for streamlined provider workflows. The platform supports cloud-based scalability, real-time patient data analytics, and automated triage using AI-powered chatbots. Amwell also incorporates machine learning algorithms for personalized care recommendations and secure API integrations to connect with digital health applications, ensuring interoperability across healthcare systems. | Amwell has established itself as a key player in telehealth, offering an advanced, AI-powered platform that enhances healthcare accessibility and efficiency through virtual consultations and seamless EHR integration. Despite facing financial restructuring challenges, the company continues to innovate with its Amwell Converge platform, which integrates in-person, virtual, and automated care to improve patient outcomes. Backed by major investors like Google and Anthem, Amwell is shifting toward a subscription-driven model to drive long-term sustainability while competing in a rapidly evolving digital healthcare market. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Healthcare Profile/behmerblake_5723724_91294711_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat (2) (3).docx | Healthcare Profile | $254.36 million (2024) | Approximately $128 million | NYSE: AMWL, around $7.87 | Total raised over $806 million | Negative, with significant net losses | null | 4 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 |
Abridge is a healthcare technology startup founded in 2018 and based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The company focuses on applying artificial intelligence to streamline clinical documentation. Its flagship product uses generative AI to convert patient-clinician conversations into structured clinical notes, thereby helping healthcare providers reduce their administrative burden. Abridge's mission is to bring more focus to the patient-doctor interaction by automating one of the most time-consuming parts of healthcare. | https://www.abridge.com | Private | "Let doctors be doctors again" | Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA | 2018 | CVS Health Ventures, Kaiser Permanente | Growth Stage | Abridge offers an AI-powered platform that generates medical documentation from clinician-patient conversations in real-time. The tool integrates into electronic health records (EHRs) and provides structured summaries, capturing important details like diagnoses, medications, and treatment plans. It is designed to help reduce physician burnout and improve the accuracy and speed of clinical documentation. | Healthcare providers face increasing administrative work, especially clinical documentation, which contributes significantly to burnout and reduced time for patient care. | Abridge automates the transcription and structuring of clinical conversations into compliant and usable EHR documentation using generative AI. | Empowering clinicians to focus on patient care by eliminating the time and stress of manual note-taking and documentation. | Abridge uses a B2B SaaS model with subscription licensing. The platform is licensed by hospitals and health systems and priced based on provider usage, with custom enterprise plans. | Abridge employs cutting-edge natural language processing (NLP), large language models (LLMs), and proprietary speech-to-text technology tailored for healthcare settings. It integrates with EHRs through secure APIs and is compliant with HIPAA regulations. | Abridge is reshaping how healthcare providers manage clinical documentation. By transforming real-time conversations between clinicians and patients into structured medical notes, Abridge addresses one of the most pervasive pain points in healthcare: time-consuming administrative tasks. With an innovative platform powered by generative AI and NLP, it enhances both clinician efficiency and documentation accuracy. Abridge has garnered significant institutional partnerships with organizations such as Yale New Haven Health and secured backing from major investors like CVS, Kaiser Permanente, and Mayo Clinic. Its integration into existing EHR systems demonstrates its utility and future scalability. With increasing burnout among medical professionals, Abridge’s mission of "Let doctors be doctors again" aligns well with current healthcare challenges. The company’s clear focus on automation, data privacy, and user-centered design places it in a strong position within the competitive healthtech AI landscape. Abridge represents a compelling case of how emerging technologies can meaningfully transform patient care. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Healthcare Profile/bhatiasuveer_LATE_5794124_91343017_Futurist Class Abridge Profile Assignment.docx | Healthcare Profile | Not publicly disclosed | N/A (Private company) | null | Over $65 million raised (including latest Series B round) | N/A | N/A | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Nabla is a healthcare technology startup specializing in AI-powered solutions for medical professionals. The company focuses on streamlining clinical workflows, enhancing patient communication, and improving the quality of care through advanced natural language processing (NLP) and machine learning technologies. Nabla’s tools help reduce administrative burdens on clinicians, allowing them to dedicate more time to patient care. | https://www.nabla.com | Private | "Better antibodies by engineering targets, not engineering antibodies" | New York, NY | 2018 | FirstMark Capital, Artemis, Partech | Growth | Nabla AI Copilot: An AI-powered medical scribe that automatically generates clinical notes from patient interactions. AI Chatbot: Assists with routine patient inquiries, allowing healthcare providers to focus on complex cases. | Medical professionals face significant administrative burdens, particularly with documentation, leading to burnout and inefficiencies in patient care. | Nabla automates medical documentation and patient interactions, reducing paperwork and allowing clinicians to focus on treatment. | By leveraging AI, Nabla enhances efficiency, accuracy, and clinician well-being, leading to better patient outcomes and reduced healthcare costs. | Nabla operates on a B2B SaaS model, offering AI-powered documentation and workflow solutions to hospitals, clinics, and independent practitioners. | Nabla's platform integrates advanced NLP, machine learning, and speech recognition to extract key insights from conversations and automatically structure them into medical notes. | Nabla is at the forefront of AI-driven healthcare innovation, focusing on reducing clinician workload through automated medical documentation and patient communication tools. By integrating NLP and machine learning, Nabla has created an AI-powered Copilot that significantly reduces the time required for medical note-taking, enhancing efficiency and accuracy in healthcare settings.
With strong leadership and a clear vision, Nabla has gained traction in the healthcare industry, securing funding and forming key partnerships with hospitals and clinics. While facing competition from other AI-driven medical scribe solutions, Nabla differentiates itself through its automation capabilities and commitment to improving clinician well-being.
As the adoption of AI in healthcare continues to grow, Nabla is well-positioned to become a leader in AI-powered medical documentation, offering a transformative solution for modern healthcare challenges. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Healthcare Profile/caiyuxuan_5658052_91332338_Spring2025_BusinessProfileFormat (2).docx | Healthcare Profile | null | null | null | ~20M | null | null | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Arrow DX is creating extremely sensitive chips for more sensitively detecting chemical and biological substances in solution. | https://arrowdx.com/ | Private | “Precision Diagnostics Through AI & Nanotechnology” | Boston, USA | 2016 | Berkeley SkyDeck | Growth | 1 paragraph to list the offerings, including products and services being sold. | Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) affects 30% of the U.S population. Caused by excessive accumulation of fat in a person’s liver, NAFLD is asymptomatic in its earliest stages and challenging to detect. | Arrow Dx is developing highly sensitive detection chips that can be incorporated into portable sensors. | Fast, reliable, and flexible diagnostics for a wide variety of applications ranging from early-stage disease detection to environmental pollutant detection to quality control in the wine industry. | Arrow Dx aims to address the lack of accessible and affordable diagnostic tools, particularly for early screening of diseases like non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). By developing portable and cost-effective diagnostic devices, the company targets smaller healthcare providers, such as physician office laboratories and independent practitioners, enabling them to perform advanced diagnostics without the need for large-scale laboratory infrastructure. This approach not only broadens the availability of critical diagnostic services but also reduces reliance on invasive procedures like liver biopsies. | At the core of Arrow Dx's innovation is the development of highly sensitive detection chips that can be integrated into portable sensors. These chips utilize nanotechnology to detect chemical and biological substances in various solutions, including saliva, water, and other bodily fluids. The versatility of this technology allows for applications ranging from early disease detection to environmental pollutant monitoring and quality control in industries like winemaking. | Arrow Dx is an innovative biotechnology company focused on developing highly sensitive detection chips. These chips are designed for a variety of applications, including early disease detection, environmental monitoring, and diagnostics. The company leverages cutting-edge technologies to improve diagnostic accuracy and enhance healthcare outcomes. | /content/drive/MyDrive/engin183profiles/Healthcare Profile/colnaz_LATE_5662511_91352628_ArrowDx.docx | Healthcare Profile | null | null | null | $200K in the seed funding round | Estimated at 10-20% based on industry averages for healthcare infrastructure | null | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | -1 | 2 | 3 | 2 | -1 | 3 | 3 | 4 |
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