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North
AddedMar 20, 2024
UpdatedJul 3, 2026
North

North

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Revolutionizing wearable tech with biosignal gesture recognition.

Accelerator
Y Combinator logoY CombinatorW13
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North, formerly known as Thalmic Labs, aims to merge people and technology through innovative wearable computing hardware. Their flagship product, the Myo™ armband, uses biosignal gesture recognition to measure muscle electrical activity, enabling wireless control of digital devices. Founded in 2012 by University of Waterloo graduates, North focuses on creating seamless human-device interactions.

North has made significant strides in the wearable tech industry, gaining recognition for its pioneering Myo™ armband. The company has attracted notable investors and industry attention, positioning itself as a leader in biosignal gesture recognition technology. Its impact is evident in the growing interest and adoption of gesture-based controls in various digital applications.

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North - Quick Facts

Who are North's competitors?

Companies similar to North include Atlas Wearables, Neyya, Palmplug and Brilliantly.

When was North's last funding round?

North's most recent funding round was for $20k (USD) in January 2013.

How much has North raised to-date?

As of Jan 1, 2013, North has raised a total of $20k (USD).

North - Classification

Ownership
  • Venture Capital
Technology
  • AI
  • Machine Learning
Geographic Exposure
  • Global
Customer
  • Consumers
Tags
  • Hardware
  • IoT