HapWare
Techstars '25Golden, US · Founded 2025 · 5 employees on LinkedIn · 4 known investors
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Hapware develops ALEYE, a wearable assistive device that uses smart glasses and computer vision to detect nonverbal cues like facial expressions, gestures, and body language, then translates them into haptic patterns felt on a wristband. It is designed for people who are blind, have low vision, or are neurodivergent to give them access to nonverbal social communication.
Founders & leadership
HapWare was founded in 2025 by Jack Walters and Bryan Duarte.
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Jack WaltersinCEO & Cofounder
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Bryan DuarteinFounderBryan Duarte holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science with research focused on haptics, sensory substitution, and human-centered design. He is Co-Founder and CTO of HapWare Inc., which develops ALEYE, a wearable assistive device using smart glasses and computer vision to translate nonverbal social cues into haptic feedback for people who are blind, low vision, or deafblind.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does HapWare do?
- Hapware develops ALEYE, a wearable assistive device that uses smart glasses and computer vision to detect nonverbal cues like facial expressions, gestures, and body language, then translates them into haptic patterns felt on a wristband. It is designed for people who are blind, have low vision, or are neurodivergent to give them access to nonverbal social communication.
- Who founded HapWare?
- HapWare was founded by Jack Walters, Bryan Duarte in 2025.
- Who are HapWare's investors?
- HapWare's investors include Campus Founders Fund, MINES VENTURE, Techstars, Kickstart.
- Where is HapWare headquartered?
- HapWare is headquartered in Golden, US.