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Newground
Palo Alto, United States
Seasoned judgement to back visionary founders building pioneering, impactful companies.
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79+
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3+
Founded
2013
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Newground
Seasoned judgement to back visionary founders building pioneering, impactful companies.
Portfolio
79+
Employees
3+
Founded
2013
AUM
N/A
Stages
No stages listed
Industries
No industries listedGeographic scope
United States
Sources
Showing 24 of 28 matched portfolio companies
15Five offers an AI‑enhanced continuous performance management SaaS that combines weekly check‑ins, OKR tracking, and compensation planning into a unified dashboard. The platform uses natural‑language processing to analyze sentiment, provides AI‑driven coaching prompts for managers, and integrates with major HRIS, payroll and collaboration tools while meeting enterprise security standards. It enables HR leaders and managers to monitor engagement, align goals, and make data‑driven decisions.
The startup utilizes patented Microwave Assisted Thermal Sterilization (MATS™) and Microwave Assisted Pasteurization (MAPS™) technologies to process and package food, significantly reducing the time food is exposed to high heat. This method preserves the taste, nutrients, and texture of packaged meals while eliminating the need for artificial additives and extending shelf life, addressing the demand for high-quality, clean-label food options.
Ample provides a modular battery swapping solution that enables electric vehicles to achieve a full charge in under five minutes, utilizing a lightweight infrastructure that can be deployed rapidly. This technology offers a cost-effective energy delivery method, making charging 10-20% cheaper than gasoline while accommodating any electric vehicle model without requiring redesigns.
Funding: $25.0M
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Funding: $25.0M
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The startup operates an in-car commerce platform that enables rideshare passengers to order snacks, electronics, and personal care items directly from their smartphones during transit. This service allows drivers to increase their earnings through higher tips and improved customer ratings while providing passengers with convenient access to products.
Funding: $326.7K
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Funding: $326.7K
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Atom Computing develops gate-based quantum computers using arrays of optically-trapped neutral atoms, enabling the construction of scalable systems with over 1,000 error-corrected qubits. This technology addresses the need for high-performance quantum computing solutions that can support complex applications requiring long coherence times and optimized connectivity.
Funding: $90.0M
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Funding: $90.0M
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BetterLesson provides a cloud‑based library of over 100,000 vetted lesson plans and instructional assets aligned to Common Core, NGSS, and state standards. Teachers can search, filter, and import resources directly into LMS platforms such as Google Classroom, Canvas, and Schoology, while districts gain analytics on usage and alignment coverage. The platform also supports collaborative annotation and role‑based access to ensure secure, standards‑compliant content sharing.
Funding: $6.0M
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Funding: $6.0M
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Brainscape is a web‑and‑mobile flashcard platform that uses AI to generate cards from any source and a confidence‑based spaced repetition algorithm to optimize retention. It offers rich media customization, expert‑certified content, and collaboration tools with granular permissions, plus analytics and study reminders for individual learners, educators, and corporate training teams.
Funding: $2.0M
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Funding: $2.0M
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Claria Medical develops minimally invasive surgical tools aimed at improving hysterectomy and myomectomy procedures, addressing the need for safer and more effective surgical options in women's healthcare. The company has received a “Safer Technologies Designation” from the FDA and secured grants from the National Science Foundation and National Institutes of Health to advance its product development.
This food technology company develops and produces plant-based egg products using cellular agriculture. Their offerings provide a sustainable protein source with low saturated fat and cholesterol, serving as an alternative to traditional animal-derived eggs.
Fortem Technologies develops the SkyDome® System, an integrated counter-unmanned aerial system (C-UAS) that utilizes TrueView® radar and autonomous DroneHunter® interceptors to detect and neutralize drone threats in various environments. This technology addresses the increasing risk of unauthorized drones in sensitive airspace, ensuring safety for military, government, and commercial operations.
Funding: $69.2M
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Funding: $69.2M
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General Fusion builds Magnetized Target Fusion power plants that compress magnetized plasma with a liquid‑metal liner to produce neutron‑driven heat, which is transferred to steam turbines for carbon‑free baseload electricity. The liquid metal wall also breeds tritium and protects the vessel, allowing a simpler, lower‑cost design than laser or superconducting‑magnet fusion systems.
Funding: $21.6M
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Funding: $21.6M
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Heliogen develops concentrating solar energy and thermal storage systems that provide carbon-free heat, steam, or power for industrial operations. Their AI-powered technology delivers reliable, round-the-clock clean energy solutions to decarbonize heavy industry.
Funding: $165.0M
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Funding: $165.0M
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Heroic is a personal development platform that combines ancient wisdom and modern science to provide users with practical tools for self-mastery and personal excellence. It addresses the gap between individuals' potential and their current performance by offering coaching, resources, and a structured framework for achieving personal growth.
Funding: $24.3M
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Funding: $24.3M
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Lightspeed offers a cloud‑native commerce platform that combines point‑of‑sale, payment processing, inventory management, and online storefronts into a single, centrally managed system. The solution provides real‑time data synchronization, built‑in workforce and financing tools, and an API for third‑party integrations, enabling retailers, restaurants and golf facilities to operate omnichannel businesses with reduced manual effort and improved inventory accuracy.
Founded 2005
1000+
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Linqia provides a SaaS platform that centralizes the influencer marketing workflow, offering creator discovery through a 1.5 billion‑point data graph and Google Vision, unified campaign management, rights handling, and brand‑safety controls. The system delivers real‑time analytics, AI‑driven spend optimization, and open API integrations with martech stacks, allowing brands and agencies to plan, execute, and measure multi‑channel influencer programs at scale.
Loadsmart provides a suite of logistics solutions, including a next-generation Transportation Management System (TMS) and AI-driven freight optimization tools, to enhance visibility and efficiency in freight operations. The platform addresses high freight costs and inefficiencies by automating quoting, booking, and dock scheduling, enabling shippers to save up to 20% annually on transportation expenses.
Arcus is a PaaS platform that enables businesses to send and receive real-time payments through the Mexican SPEI® system, utilizing interbank CLABE numbers for secure transactions. The platform provides tools for instant CLABE management and payment tracking, ensuring efficient cash flow and operational control for users.
Merge EDU provides a hands‑on augmented‑reality platform that lets K‑12 students explore curriculum‑aligned 3D models and simulations through the Merge Cube or AR headsets. The service includes a library of over 1,000 teaching aids, standards‑mapped activity plans, and teacher dashboards for progress tracking and integration with school SSO systems. Schools access the content via annual subscription licenses.
Newsela provides a cloud‑based platform with a library of over 18,000 standards‑aligned, differentiated texts and videos that automatically adjust reading levels and offer multilingual scaffolds. Integrated AI tools deliver real‑time analytics, assessment features, and writing feedback, helping K‑12 teachers personalize instruction and reduce preparation time.
Funding: $100.0M
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Funding: $100.0M
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Pathstream is a web-based platform that combines AI-driven skill-building with personalized coaching to enhance employee productivity and retention. By providing tailored support and career pathing, Pathstream enables organizations to achieve measurable performance improvements, including a 1.4x productivity increase and $1.6 million in annual savings per 1,000 employees.
Funding: $70.2M
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Funding: $70.2M
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This startup operates a credit card platform that utilizes real-time analysis of individuals' digital financial records to assess creditworthiness without relying on traditional credit scores. By enabling consumers to build credit, track spending, and manage finances more effectively, the company addresses the challenge of credit accessibility for underserved populations.
Funding: $1.0M
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Funding: $1.0M
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Pledge is a fundraising platform that enables nonprofits to collect donations through various channels, including virtual events, text-to-donate, and e-commerce integrations. By providing customizable donation forms and real-time donor engagement tools, Pledge simplifies the fundraising process and enhances donor participation for over 10,000 organizations.
PsiQuantum is developing a scalable quantum computer utilizing photonic qubits to achieve utility-scale, fault-tolerant quantum computing. This technology aims to tackle complex computational problems that are currently intractable for classical computers, enabling advancements in various fields such as cryptography and materials science.
Funding: $2.4B
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Funding: $2.4B
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The platform provides a mobile‑first, integrated financial ecosystem that includes checking and high‑yield savings accounts, a full suite of loan products, and both self‑directed and robo‑advisory investment options. It consolidates real‑time data for budgeting, credit‑score monitoring, and personalized recommendations, and offers API‑driven connections to third‑party services. A subscription tier adds higher interest rates, fee waivers, and premium support for engaged users.
1000+
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Funding: $1.5B
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Funding: $1.5B
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