Axiom Zen
Axiom Zen, founded in December 2012 and headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, operates as a startup studio that builds and incubates companies specializing in emerging technologies like machine learning, blockchain, and augmented reality.
History
Axiom Zen was founded in December 2012. The company operates as a startup creator, combining elements of a startup, venture capital firm, and incubator. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada. It has been recognized as one of Canada's Most Innovative Companies. Since its inception, Axiom Zen has specialized in emerging technologies, including machine learning, augmented and virtual reality, and blockchain.
Services
Axiom Zen offers a unique combination of services that includes creating startups from scratch, providing venture capital, and supporting emerging businesses as an incubator. The firm's focus areas are on advanced technologies such as machine learning, augmented reality, virtual reality, and blockchain. Axiom Zen differentiates itself by not only investing in these startups but also playing an active role in their development and growth.
Products
Axiom Zen's portfolio includes several notable products and companies. Zenhub offers project management solutions integrated with GitHub. Dapper Labs, spun out in February 2018, is well-known for its blockchain-based products like NBA Top Shot and Cryptokitties. Toby assists users in managing browsers' tabs. Routific optimizes delivery routes in over 900 cities worldwide, achieving 37% shorter routes and doubling delivery capacities. Hammer & Tusk, acquired in 2015, focuses on mainstreaming augmented and virtual reality technologies.
Notable Projects
One of the most notable projects under Axiom Zen is Dapper Labs, which gained fame for NBA Top Shot and Cryptokitties. Another key project is Routific, which has made a significant impact in the logistics industry by optimizing delivery routes in more than 900 cities globally, resulting in 37% shorter routes and a doubling of delivery capacity. Hammer & Tusk is another notable initiative focused on the mainstream adoption of virtual and augmented reality technologies.
Headquarters
Axiom Zen is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada. This strategic location supports its operations as a startup creator, venture capital firm, and incubator, facilitating collaboration with technology hubs and access to diverse talent pools. The headquarters serve as the central hub for managing and overseeing its various startup projects and investments.