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GazeHawk

AcquiredYC S10

San Francisco, US · 2 employees · 5 known investors

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GazeHawk offers eye tracking technology that uses ordinary webcams to run usability studies and ad evaluation. Its approach supports in-home eye tracking and large-scale studies at lower cost.

AdTechAI & Machine LearningData & InfrastructureDeveloper ToolsEnterprise SoftwareSaaSComputer VisionUnited States of AmericaAmerica / Canada

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (S10)

BKBrian Krausz
Brian KrauszFounder2010–2012Investor at Anthropic
JGJoe Gershenson
Joe GershensonFounder2009–2012Founder of GazeHawk, which provides webcam-based eye tracking technology for improving user experience across businesses. Gershenson has focused on machine learning engineering and research.

Investors · 5

500 Globallisted by 500 GlobalPalo Alto · $150K

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Quest Venture Partnerslisted by Quest Venture PartnersMenlo Park · $100K – $1.5M

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Agrolimen Venturesreported

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Orthogonal Thinker Inc.reported

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Frequently asked questions

What does GazeHawk do?
GazeHawk offers eye tracking technology that uses ordinary webcams to run usability studies and ad evaluation. Its approach supports in-home eye tracking and large-scale studies at lower cost.
Who founded GazeHawk?
GazeHawk was founded by Brian Krausz, Joe Gershenson.
Who are GazeHawk's investors?
GazeHawk's investors include Y Combinator, 500 Global, Quest Venture Partners, Agrolimen Ventures, Orthogonal Thinker Inc..
Where is GazeHawk headquartered?
GazeHawk is headquartered in San Francisco, US.