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Hearst Ventures portfolio map

70 startups Hearst Ventures has backed in rounds we track, since 2002, grouped by their main sector. Together they have raised $3.7B. The biggest sector is AI, with 18 companies.

70startups backed
12sectors
$3.7Braised between them
AIbiggest sector

Hearst Ventures's investor profile

AI

18

Internet

10

IT Services

8

Healthtech

5

E-commerce

5

Big Data & Analytics

5

Fintech

4

Software

3

Hardware & Electronics

3

VR & AR

3

Cybersecurity

3

Biotech

3

Segment by segment

AI

18 startups · $362M raised

  1. SparkCognitionSparkCognition is an AI technology startup operating a machine learning software to analyze increasingly complex data stores.United States$189M
  2. Duality TechnologiesDuality Technologies is a cybersecurity and data analytics firm founded in 2016, based in Hoboken, New Jersey, with an operationalUnited States$46M
  3. AvanteAvante Health Inc.United States$30M
  4. Buzz SolutionsBuzz Solutions specializes in visual intelligence solutions aimed at inspecting, maintaining, and securing energy infrastructure.United States$25M
  5. KSKnox SystemsUnited States$25M
  6. IIntellaEgypt$13M
  7. Vault AIVault AI is a B2B artificial intelligence and machine learning company founded in 2015, based in Santa Monica, California, with opUnited States$8.0M
  8. NarratizeNarratize is an artificial intelligence-powered platform founded in 2022 and based in Cincinnati, Ohio.United States$5.6M

Internet

10 startups · $755M raised

  1. BuzzFeedBuzzFeed is a cross-platform digital media company delivering news and entertainment content to a global audience.United States$496M
  2. Refinery29Refinery29 is a digital media and entertainment company dedicated to inspiring young women to live an informed and well-rounded life.United States$125M
  3. Wanderful MediaWanderful Media is a retail-focused mobile media company.United States$51M
  4. 3H3D HubsNetherlands$30M
  5. TPThe Plum GuideUnited Kingdom$19M
  6. Signal MediaSignal Media is a digital marketing agency that provides advertising, content management, and data analysis services.United Kingdom$16M
  7. BeautyConBeautycon is a global community and experiential media platform that connects content creators, celebrities, beauty enthusiasts, and brands.United States$11M
  8. First30DaysFirst30days is an online portal that provides people with advice and guidance for important events in life such as marriage and divorce.United States$5.0M

IT Services

8 startups · $217M raised

  1. Relationship ScienceRelSci, based in New York, is a data and intelligence platform that assists corporations, financial institutions, and nonprofit orUnited States$121M
  2. Local.comLocal.com owns and operates a leading local search site and network in the United States.United States$43M
  3. ConveyerStay ahead with TopicLake US Policy Insights.United States$19M
  4. PrioriPriori, also known as Priori Legal, is a New York-based legal technology company founded in 2013.United States$15M
  5. TurnHere, Inc.TurnHere, Inc.United States$13M
  6. Gori CompanyGori Company specializes in shipping technology and supply chain management system services.United States$3.0M
  7. Mental CanvasMental Canvas is a New York-based software technology company founded in 2013.United States$2.0M
  8. AppliedXLAppliedXL is a New York-based company founded in 2020 that specializes in AI and computational journalism.United States$1.0M

Healthtech

5 startups · $85M raised

  1. Enlace HealthEnlace HealthTM is a health-tech platform based in Columbus, Ohio, focused on delivering value-based healthcare solutions.United States$58M
  2. RxLightningRxLightning automates the manual enrollment process of starting a patient on specialty medications.United States$18M
  3. WIVI VisionWIVI Vision is a Spanish health-tech startup founded in 2016, focused on assessing and treating visual dysfunctions.Spain$4.3M
  4. Tonic HealthTonic was founded by a collaboration of scientists, consumer marketing experts, user interface designers and software programmers United States$4.1M
  5. Hello RalphieHello Ralphie connects pet parents with veterinarians through video and chat.-$1.1M

E-commerce

5 startups · $1.2B raised

  1. ViaVIA helps energy companies realize the value of their data through Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Blockchain.United States$1.2B
  2. IInstantAustralia$23M
  3. Creative ForceSaaS workflow platform for eCommerce content creation at scaleUnited States$8.9M
  4. Rock Paper CoinRock Paper Coin is an event management software platform designed to simplify administrative tasks for wedding and event professionals.United States$5.1M
  5. The Host Co.The Host Co.United States$1.9M

Big Data & Analytics

5 startups · $99M raised

  1. CCogitoCogito is a cloud solution that allows to create electronic forms and customized workflows.United States$60M
  2. PeerIQPeerIQ is a data and risk analytics firm that helps institutions analyze, access and manage risk in the alternative lending sector.United States$21M
  3. Basil SystemsBasil Systems is a Boston-based life sciences technology company that offers an AI-powered SaaS platform designed for pharmaceuticUnited States$12M
  4. PortcastPortcast is a Singapore-based technology startup founded in 2017, specializing in predictive supply chain visibility and real-timeSingapore$6.5M
  5. Diana AIWe believe dashboards are dead.United States$500K

Fintech

4 startups · $145M raised

  1. CClutchUnited States$122M
  2. Vyne TechnologiesVyne Technologies is the specialist account-to-account payments platform.United Kingdom$19M
  3. FilmChainFilmChain is a London-based fintech platform that automates revenue management for the film, TV, and digital content industries.United Kingdom$3.0M
  4. Vested ImpactVested Impact provides rapid, objective environmental and social risk and impact assessments across private assets, giving capitalUnited Kingdom$1.4M

Software

3 startups · $76M raised

  1. RAMP HoldingsRAMP, a SaaS-based platform processing digital content, enables companies to drive increased discovery across search and social sites.United States$37M
  2. WideOrbitWideOrbit provides advertising management software for major media companies.United States$35M
  3. The NewsMarketThe Newsmarket delivers free broadcast and streaming-quality video as well as multimedia content to media outlets throughout the world.United States$4.3M

Hardware & Electronics

3 startups · $149M raised

  1. CCCurrent Communications GroupCurrent Communications provides a smart grid solution that increases the efficiency of electric grids with a reduced environmental impact.United States$113M
  2. ComplexComplex is an online magazine that features articles about music, styles, pop culture, sports, and sneakers.United States$21M
  3. Sling MediaSling Media is a technology company that provides multi-screen smart TV solutions for consumers and television operators.United States$15M

VR & AR

3 startups · $105M raised

  1. GatherGather is a Catholic dating app founded by Eric Niehaus and launched in 2021.United States$50M
  2. 88iNew Zealand$41M
  3. PPixvanaUnited States$14M

Cybersecurity

3 startups · $108M raised

  1. SEONSEON is a platform for consumers to get an emergency response with the touch of a button.United States$80M
  2. LiveSafeLiveSafe provides a mobile social safety application for individuals and safety officials to collaborate and build safer communities.United States$22M
  3. InruptInrupt is delivering Sir Tim Berners-Lee’s original vision of a web of shared benefit, for everyone.United Kingdom$6.5M

Biotech

3 startups · $374M raised

  1. WelltokSilverlink Communications is a healthcare IT company that develops solutions for patient communications and engagement.United States$239M
  2. MM2GenUnited States$75M
  3. ScienceScience is a startup company that develops technologies for a range of serious unmet medical needs.United States$60M

How this map is made. Every startup here has raised money in a round we track that names Hearst Ventures as an investor, the first in 2002. Each sits under its main sector, read from its rounds, and each sector shows its best-funded first; sectors with fewer than three companies are left off. Rebuilt nightly; updated 15 November 2026.

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