Marqo
Marqo is a vector search platform equipped with the essential machine learning capabilities and infrastructure required for deploying the next wave of AI-driven search. Managing the entire process from vector creation to storage and retrieval, Marqo facilitates the effortless integration of multimodal, multilingual search via a unified API. At the core of Marqo's methodology lies a proprietary inference engine, transforming unstructured data into highly efficient vectors that deliver relevant search outcomes in real time.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2022
Founders
Jesse N. Clark, Tom Hamer
Company Headquarters
Melbourne
Industry
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cloud Infrastructure, Database, Search Engine
Funding Amount
18,432,658 USD
Funding Status
Series A
Employees
11-50
InfinityStakeChain
InfinityStakeChain is a cutting-edge, decentralized staking platform that offers unique opportunities for users. Leveraging the power of well-designed smart contracts, InfinityStakeChain is able to identify innovative staking pools that offer high potential and attractive Annual Percentage Rates (APR) in the market. This allows users to earn through arbitrage. The smart contracts employed by InfinityStakeChain are not only robust and reliable but they also provide a competitive edge. Owing to the strength of their smart contract mechanism, InfinityStakeChain is capable of offering higher returns compared to other decentralized applications (dApps) in the market. In essence, InfinityStakeChain transforms how staking works by combining safety, reliability, and higher earning potential under one platform. With InfinityStakeChain, you're not just staking — you're optimizing your assets.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2022
Company Headquarters
Melbourne
Industry
Bitcoin, Blockchain, Cryptocurrency
Funding Amount
12,000,000 USD
Funding Status
Series A
Employees
11-50
Kismet
We are Kismet. The go-getters. The kind of people who are relentless about our mission. We connect the physical and digital worlds because we believe in a world where healthcare should be accessible. And regardless of your gender, race, religion, abilities or sexual orientation, we champion your right to access the NDIS, aged care and home care freely and without fear.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2022
Founders
Lauren Grimes, Mark Woodland, Mathew Ellis, Sam Armstrong, Stefan Cordiner
Company Headquarters
Melbourne
Industry
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Assisted Living, Elder Care, Health Care, Health Insurance, Home Health Care, Nursing and Residential Care
Funding Amount
16,500,000 AUD
Funding Status
Seed
Employees
11-50
Firmable
Firmable is Australia's authoritative B2B database, enabling businesses to make smarter decisions and outperform by knowing more about their leads, customers, and candidates than ever before. Their platform gives access to the world's largest database of companies in one place, with a rich set of attributes ranging from basic firmographics like location, industry, and employees to next-generation data points like company tech stacks, web traffic, and reviews, as well as deep local information like ABN mapping.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2023
Founders
Paul Perrett
Company Headquarters
Melbourne
Industry
Information Technology, Internet
Funding Amount
9,000,000 USD
Funding Status
Seed
Employees
11-50
VaultEscrow
VaultEscrow is redefining the staking landscape through its advanced multi-chain support, catering to a broad spectrum of blockchain networks. By accommodating over 10 different protocols, including both Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) and Layer 2 (L2) networks, VaultEscrow is not just another DeFi platform—it's a unifying force in a fragmented ecosystem. This commitment to cross-chain functionality ensures users have unprecedented access to staking opportunities, driving efficiency and liquidity across the DeFi market.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2023
Company Headquarters
Melbourne
Funding Amount
8,000,000 USD
Funding Status
Seed
Employees
11-50
Zitcha
The retail media landscape is changing, and they are leading that change for those who share their vision. Zitcha is an intelligent, efficient, high-performance, all-channel platform that empowers retailers to monetize their digital media, such as websites and socials, while also making it easier for suppliers to target their audience. Zitcha offers a new perspective for better results.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2022
Company Headquarters
Melbourne
Founders
Jack Byrne, Troy Townsend
Industries
Advertising, Advertising Platforms, E-Commerce, Retail, Retail Technology, Software
Funding Amount
4,700,000 AUD
Funding Status
Seed
Employees
11-50
One Future Football
One Future Football football league that puts fans first and foremost.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2022
Company Headquarters
Melbourne
Founders
Pete Davis
Industries
Sports
Funding Amount
3,000,000 USD
Funding Status
Pre-Seed
Employees
11-50
Outstaffer
Outstaffer is a global employment and Work From Anywhere technology company. They make it simple and easy for companies to find, hire, pay, and equip remote employees from around the world compliantly. Using their Global Employer of Record (EOR) services and Work From Anywhere technology, they enable people and companies to work remotely together safely and securely.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2022
Company Headquarters
Melbourne
Founders
Thomas Derum, Vikram Mohite
Industries
Cloud Infrastructure, Human Resources, Information Technology, Payments, Recruiting, Software
Funding Amount
1,500,000 USD
Funding Status
Seed
Employees
101-250
tikpay
Tikpay is building a modern ticketing and payment solution for transport operators and authorities. They grow revenues, lower costs, enable operator collaboration, and delight travelers by reducing friction in transport payments. Their mission is to enable travelers to pay for transport however, whenever, and wherever ... easily.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2023
Company Headquarters
Melbourne
Industries
FinTech, Software, Transportation
Funding Amount
1,600,000 AUD
Funding Status
Pre-Seed
Employees
1-10
Alt.Leather
Alt. Leather is a Textile Manufacturing company that provides 100% biobased, plastic & toxin free, leather-alternative.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2022
Company Headquarters
Melbourne
Industries
Environmental Consulting, Textiles
Funding Amount
827,650 USD
Funding Status
Seed
Employees
1-10
STADIO
STADIO provides a suite of products enabled by blockchain technology. Founded by Asia-Pacific entrepreneur's, Ash Hoey and Martin Lazarevic, the companies verticals cover four main areas; B2B SaaS Solutions, Fraud Prevention Solutions, Decentralised Finance & Peer-to-Peer Blockchain Gaming. New products are incubated through StadioLabs, the innovation arm of the company.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2022
Company Headquarters
Melbourne
Founders
Ash Hoey, Martin Lazarevic
Industries
B2B, Blockchain, eSports, Fantasy Sports, FinTech, Gaming, Software, Web3
Funding Amount
1,000,000 AUD
Funding Status
Pre-Seed
Employees
1-10
Deeligence
Helping lawyers run due diligence better. Deeligence equips corporate lawyers with modern workflow tools and helpful automation to save time and scale collaboration. Getting the deal done quicker from data room to final report.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2022
Company Headquarters
Melbourne
Founders
Elena Tsalanidis, Justin Hansky
Industries
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Legal, Legal Tech, SaaS
Funding Amount
1,000,000 AUD
Funding Status
Pre-Seed
Employees
1-10
Liively
Experience the ultimate convenience at your favorite events with Liively! Our cutting-edge, contactless ordering platform transforms how you enjoy food, drinks, and merchandise. Just a quick scan of a QR code, and our user-friendly web app brings your choices right to your seat. With Liively, you're not just saving time; you're upgrading your event experience. Stay in the moment and let us handle the rest!
Key Info
When was it founded?
2022
Company Headquarters
Melbourne
Founders
DAVID JAKIC, Norbert Herrmann
Industries
Apps, Delivery Service, Software
Funding Amount
750,000 AUD
Funding Status
Seed
Employees
1-10
AUDD
AUDD is an Australian digital dollar designed to suit the increasing speed, efficiency, transparency, and demands of the digital world. AUDD is blockchain-agnostic and may be found on Stellar, XRP Ledger, and Ethereum (ERC-20). To address demand for use cases, they intend to integrate AUDD to more blockchains on a case-by-case basis.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2022
Company Headquarters
Melbourne
Industries
Information Technology, Internet
Funding Amount
600,000 AUD
Funding Status
Pre-Seed
Employees
1-10
Elliephant
Elliephant is a gifting platform.It provides personalised gifts and also helps to deepen connections as part of their sales and marketing strategy.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2022
Company Headquarters
Melbourne
Industries
Gift
Funding Amount
560,000 AUD
Funding Status
Pre-Seed
Employees
1-10
WISEWAY
At Wiseway, they blend AI innovation with expertise in property development and investment management. From luxurious office buildings to intimate townhouses, they guide clients through every step, leveraging cutting-edge AI to boost profits, enhance productivity, and outshine the competition.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2023
Company Headquarters
Melbourne
Founders
Jerry Lu, Steve Wang
Industries
Software
Funding Amount
500,000 AUD
Funding Status
Pre-Seed
Gridmo
Gridmo is a renewable energy connection platform that aims to speed up the connecting of power generation to the grid.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2022
Company Headquarters
Melbourne
Industries
Energy, Software
Funding Amount
500,000 AUD
Funding Status
Seed
Employees
1-10
Chippit
Crowdsourced social payments platform maximizing rewards for customers and loyalty for brands. Chippit’s transformative platform increases the value of customer spending, whether shopping or relaxing, making each transaction at checkout more rewarding and fostering greater customer loyalty.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2022
Company Headquarters
Melbourne
Founders
Eli Muse
Industries
Financial Services, FinTech, Information Technology, Payments
Funding Amount
415,000 AUD
Funding Status
Pre-Seed
Employees
11-50
Cerebellum.Digital
Cerebellum.Digital helps to accelerate decision-making, improve operational efficiency, and drive marketplace innovation through advanced data-driven insights and real-time analytics solutions powered by Google Cloud, AI, and ML technologies.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2023
Company Headquarters
Melbourne
Founders
Mark Currie
Industries
Analytics, Business Intelligence, Data Visualization, Real Estate
Funding Amount
300,000 AUD
Funding Status
Seed
Employees
1-10
Dark Patterns Lab
Dark Patterns Lab is a Legal technology assisting lawyers to deliver UI design compliance services efficiently and at scale. It was founded in 2023.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2023
Company Headquarters
Melbourne
Funding Amount
225,000 AUD
Funding Status
Pre-Seed
Employees
1-10
Yesterday
Yesterday transform recruitment by automating the screening process. Founded by Millie Marconi and Katharine Suy, the company harness today's technology to eliminate the hassle of sifting through resumes. With the platform that makes data-driven hiring decisions, save time, and find the perfect talent faster. Say goodbye to manual comparisons, lengthy screening calls and a big HELLO to streamlined recruitment. Welcome to the future of hiring with Yesterday.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2023
Company Headquarters
Melbourne
Founders
Amelia Marconi, Katharine Suy
Industries
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Human Resources, Software
Funding Amount
225,000 AUD
Funding Status
Pre-Seed
Employees
1-10
FitFlo
FitFlo is the operating system that powers the connected gym experience. For Operators, FitFlo provides tools to engage, satisfy and retain members. For Members, the FitFlo app enables a personalised and connected in-gym experience empowering members to think less, work out more and find flow. FitFlo is reimagining Members retention and Operator's business models.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2023
Company Headquarters
Melbourne
Founders
Abdul Yacin
Industries
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Fitness, Machine Learning, Mobile Apps, SaaS, Wellness
Funding Amount
225,000 AUD
Funding Status
Pre-Seed
Employees
1-10
WorkRex
WorkRex is an AI marketing and growth tool for small and medium-sized enterprises.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2023
Company Headquarters
Melbourne
Industries
Information Technology, Marketing, Software
Funding Amount
220,000 AUD
Funding Status
Pre-Seed
Employees
1-10
Thirdroc
ThirdRoc empowers B2B segments to reduce credit risk and increase sales through a network of lenders, merchants, and enterprises. Their AI-enabled platform predicts credit risk and facilitates BNPL purchases, minimizing risk. Founded by Shivnil Maharaj and Ritesh Nain, ThirdRoc secured equity investment from Antler Venture Capital in March 2023.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2022
Company Headquarters
Melbourne
Founders
Shivnil Maharaj
Industries
Consumer Software, Developer APIs, Enterprise Software, FinTech, SaaS, Software
Funding Amount
190,000 AUD
Funding Status
Pre-Seed
Employees
1-10
Borderless CS
Borderless CS® is Australia's leading CyberSecurity Consulting company providing top-of-the-line, Next-Gen IT Security solutions that keep Australian businesses safe from cyber-attacks. They proudly partner with the Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) to protect our clients from potential cyber threats.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2023
Company Headquarters
Melbourne
Industries
Cyber Security
Funding Amount
100,000 USD
Funding Status
Seed
Employees
11-50
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