Amazon Alexa Fund
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2 companiesFamily fintech platform providing a debit card and money management app for parents and kids. Offers parent-managed spending controls, allowance management, chore tracking, savings goals, and stock investing tools for children ages 5 to 17. Reached a $2.3 billion valuation and serves millions of families.
Canadian wearable technology company, originally founded as Thalmic Labs. First gained attention with the Myo gesture control armband, which used electromyography sensors to translate arm muscle activity into computer input (named one of Time Magazine's top inventions). Rebranded to North in 2018 and pivoted to Focals, everyday smart glasses with holographic display and Alexa integration. YC W13. Acquired by Google/Alphabet in June 2020 for a reported $180M.
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