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Arylla

DefunctYC W17

Kitchener, CA · Founded 2016 · 6 employees · 6 known investors

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Arylla produces invisible ink tags using nanotechnology that can be applied to fashion products and read via smartphone to enable authentication, traceability, and personalized customer experiences. The tags integrate with third-party platforms like WeChat and WhatsApp to connect consumers with branded content and product verification.

Also known as Arylla Inc.

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W17)

Arylla was founded in 2016 by Perry Everett, Benjamin Rasera, and Graham Thomas.

PEPerry Everett
Perry EverettBusiness DevelopmentFounder and head of business development at Arylla, which develops nanotechnology-based invisible ink tags for product authentication and consumer engagement in the fashion industry.
BRBenjamin Rasera
Benjamin RaseraFounder
GTGraham Thomas
Graham ThomasFounderGraham Thomas is a nanotechnology engineer who co-founded Arylla, which develops invisible ink tags using nanotechnology for product authentication and traceability in fashion.

Investors · 6

VTF Capitallisted by VTF CapitalLas Vegas · $300K – $2M

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Agrolimen Venturesreported

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Oriza HoldingsreportedSuzhou

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Frequently asked questions

What does Arylla do?
Arylla produces invisible ink tags using nanotechnology that can be applied to fashion products and read via smartphone to enable authentication, traceability, and personalized customer experiences. The tags integrate with third-party platforms like WeChat and WhatsApp to connect consumers with branded content and product verification.
Who founded Arylla?
Arylla was founded by Perry Everett, Benjamin Rasera, Graham Thomas in 2016.
Who are Arylla's investors?
Arylla's investors include Y Combinator, Creative Destruction Lab (CDL), VTF Capital, Agrolimen Ventures, Oriza Holdings, U-Start.
Where is Arylla headquartered?
Arylla is headquartered in Kitchener, CA.