Author: OurCrowd

[Stringify in Globe Newswire] IoT Company Stringify Named as CES 2017 Innovation Awards Honoree

Nov 11, 2016 | ,

Stringify, a thoughtful automation service for the Internet of Things (IoT), today announced that it has been named a CES 2017 Innovation Awards Honoree for its Android offering. Products chosen as CES Innovation Honorees reflect innovative design and engineering in some of the most cutting-edge tech products and services coming to market. Stringify allows people to connect all their physical products and digital services together in one place so they can take better care of themselves, their families and their homes while also getting more done. By tying things together in what Stringify calls Flows, users can create unique experiences that matter to them personally, opening up endless possibilities. Building powerful automation has never been more convenient. Stringify strives to make smart devices even smarter, and currently works with over 500 products and services including Nest, Philips Hue, Ring, Amazon Alexa, Honeywell, Insteon, LIFX, Netgear, Dropbox, Facebook, Google Drive and Slack, just to name a few (for more partners, visit www.stringify.com). The cloud-based platform gives its customers anytime/anywhere access through its mobile apps, with no hardware required. Read more...

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Rev Your Engines! OurCrowd’s Transportation Tech Portfolio [Infographic]

Rev Your Engines! OurCrowd’s Transportation Tech Portfolio [Infographic]

Nov 10, 2016 | ,

When it comes to getting from Point A to Point B, humanity has innovated a variety of options to satisfy our need for speed — whether its bicycling, rowing, driving, or flying, transportation technologies have changed our lives and movements. Today, more than a century after Ford began building its first car, the transportation industry is again seeing great disruption with autonomous driving and the sharing economy setting the stage for another revolution in mobility, along with accompanying social and economic changes. As OurCrowd and our investor community continue to drive the next generation of transportation technologies, we have compiled the following infographic that samples some of our portfolio companies making waves in this rapidly evolving market. Did this infographic steer you in the right direction? Pass it forward and share it with your friends! To find out more about transportation technology and investment opportunities on our platform, contact our Investor Relations team or visit our...

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[Engie in Israel21c] Voyager Labs emerges from stealth mode with $100 million

Nov 10, 2016 |

Auto industry tech disrupter Engie has announced a $3.5 million investment round. Engie’s solution allows drivers to connect to the car’s computer, understand the car’s health, know how much the repair will cost and choose the best mechanic nearby. The connection is done through the Engie device- a small BT device that connects to almost every car on the road. Engie was launched in Israel last year with almost 100,000 users that joined the system, and 200 mechanics. Engie’s technology enables advanced diagnostics capabilities which are presented to the driver with a simple explanation. Read more on Israel21c...

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[MUV Interactive in CNN] Want to read your dog’s mind? Japan’s boom in weird wearable tech

Nov 10, 2016 | ,

Measuring about 3 inches long, BIRD is essentially a modern thimble that turns your fingertip into a magic wand. Using algorithms to decode a user’s intent, the device also features precise sensors that track direction, speed, and gestures. The technology enables users to turn any surface into a smart screen, as well as interact with other smart devices. Read more on CNN...

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[Sweetch in Minimum Viable] Dana Chanan: “Making people addicted to living a healthier life”

Nov 8, 2016 |

There are currently almost 90 million pre-diabetic patients, in the United States and more than 60 million in Europe. Without intervention, every year one out of every ten patients will become diabetic. However, only 150 minutes of physical activity per week and 5-7% of weight reduction could suffice to lower the risk of becoming diabetic by a whopping 58%. Diabetes prevention through life habits modification has been proven in a large number of clinical studies. While this does not sound like too much exercise, we all know that incorporating it into one’s daily routine can be challenging. In fact, it is estimated that four out of five pre-diabetic patients do not comply with these recommendations. The “Sweetch” team has invented an innovative and fun way to help patients exercise. It focuses on real world activities instead of sport and does not require human supervision which will allow the problem to scale to the target market size. Read more on Minimum Viable...

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