Edgybees

Founded in December 2016 by Adam Kaplan, Menashe Haskin, and Nitay Megides, the company initially developed an augmented reality drone racing game. The founders' direction shifted dramatically following the successful application of their technology during the response to Hurricane Irma in September 2017. Emergency responders used their "First Response" application to overlay critical data like street names onto chaotic aerial footage, significantly improving situational awareness. This event solidified the company's focus on mission-critical applications. The founding team possesses deep industry expertise: Haskin previously led Amazon Prime Air's development in Israel, while Megides is a robotics and drone specialist from the Israeli Defense Forces' 8200 Unit.

Edgybees operates on a B2B and B2G (business-to-government) model, primarily serving the defense, public safety, and critical infrastructure sectors. Clients include the U.S. Air Force, commercial imagery providers, and emergency response agencies that have utilized the technology during major events like hurricanes and wildfires. Revenue is generated through the sale of its software, which can be integrated into existing technology stacks, including platforms from Esri and Hexagon, and is compatible with major cloud providers like AWS and Microsoft Azure. The platform augments live video with visual data layers, such as roads and key landmarks, allowing command centers to make faster, more informed decisions.

The company's product portfolio includes solutions for both Full-Motion Video (FMV) and satellite imagery. The software provides a real-time, augmented operational view that enhances team collaboration and reduces the time needed to respond to events. Having secured total funding of at least $15 million through a Series A round led by Seraphim Space, Edgybees has established a U.S. entity to expand its services to federal and commercial customers. This strategic move, supported by a U.S. board of directors, aims to strengthen its position in the national security and commercial sectors.