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BrainPort Technologies

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Non-surgical assistive device intended for orientation, mobility, object identification

Madison, United StatesFounded 1998Health Tech & Medtech
Valuation $10–25M Last recorded · 2016
Headcount <100 Current team size
Total funding $10–50M Disclosed equity funding
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About BrainPort Technologies

Wicab, Inc. is a pioneering company in the field of sensory substitution technologies, focusing on improving the quality of life for individuals with profound disabilities. The company operates primarily in the healthcare and assistive technology markets, serving clients who suffer from severe visual and balance impairments. Wicab's flagship products, BrainPort Vision Pro and BrainPort Balance Plus, utilize advanced neuromodulation techniques to provide sensory information through electrotactile stimulation. This technology helps users gain visual perception and improve balance by delivering precise information about head and body position via gentle electrical impulses on the tongue.

The company's business model revolves around the development, manufacturing, and sale of these innovative devices. Revenue is generated through direct sales to healthcare providers, rehabilitation centers, and end-users, as well as through partnerships with medical institutions. Wicab's products are designed to cater to a niche market of individuals with profound disabilities, offering them a unique solution to enhance their daily lives.

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Founded
1998
Headquarters
Madison, United States
Sector
Health Tech & Medtech

Investors

3 investors on the cap table

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Seed2 investors entered at this stage

  • Dylan Ventures
  • US Department of War

Series B and later1 investor entered at this stage

  • Haiyin Capital
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