Mobile startup Wickr just closed $8.8 million in financing from an undisclosed investor. Wickr is a free messaging app that allows its users to send and receive top-secret messages, pictures, videos, audios, and files. It provides a free and easy way for anyone to send encrypted
MassRoots, Inc. (OTCQB:MSRT), one of the leading technology and compliance platforms for the cannabis industry, announced early in July that it had closed a $1.2 million private placement of common stock and warrants. MassRoots, Inc,. is a leading technology platform for the regulated cannabis industry. The
Consumer startup Rothys announced it has raised $7 million in financing. Three investors participated in the round: Lightspeed Venture Partners, Finn Capital Partners, and Grace Beauty Capital. Rothys is a fashion ecommerce company that sells women’s ballet and pointed toe flats. Rothys’ flats are made with an
mLevel announced it has raised $2.2 million in financing from an undisclosed investor. mLevel provides learning reinforcement methods that engage learners through activities, games, and bite-sized content to promote lasting outcomes. Unlike traditional learning solutions that emphasize the initial learning moment but fail to measure knowledge
Nielsen (NYSE: NLSN) announced that it has acquired vBrand, an Israel-based technology startup that has developed a machine learning-enabled platform to measure brand exposure and impact in sports programming. VBrand’s "always-on" artificial intelligence data platform tracks TV and digital media in near real-time, identifying a
StreetShares announced it has raised $10.3 million in financing from an undisclosed investor. StreetShares aims to build trust and community around digital lending for American small businesses. The company brings like-minded investors together with small business owners who are looking for funding to grow. Business owners
Buy It Installed announced the completion of a new round of financing. Three investors participated in the round: Skyview Ventures, Tech Coast Angels, and Crosspoint Venture Partners. Buy It Installed has invented a process that automates the integration of installation services throughout the supply chain, enabling
Auris Surgical Robotics completed $280 million in Series D financing. Coatue Management, Mithril Capital Management, Lux Capital, Highland Capital Partners, and NaviMed Capital participated in the funding. Auris is a technology company dedicated to improving healthcare for patients who need medical intervention. The company’s mission
Consumer startup Universal Standard announced it has raised a new round of financing. Two investors contributed to the round, including Red Sea Ventures. Universal Standard is a size-inclusive fashion brand for women who wear sizes 10 to 28. The clothing company has pioneered the concept of
Lifestyle brand Tokyo Smoke just closed $3.2 million in Series B financing. Aphria and Green Acre Capital participated in the round. Tokyo Smoke is an award-winning lifestyle brand that seeks to bring sophistication and design to coffee, clothing, and cannabis. The company was founded with