Nat Levy
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See all 9Seattle Startup Flyhomes Expands to Boston, Portland, and L.A., Raises $141M to Aid Homebuyers in Competitive Markets
Seattle-based Flyhomes is expanding its real estate home-buying services to Portland, Boston, and Los Angeles/Orange County, focusing on competitive, high-priced markets by purchasing homes with cash for clients. The startup recently raised $141 million to support growth and has helped over 1,000 clients close on more than $1 billion in homes since 2015.
Ossia and Spigen to Release Wireless-Charging Phone Case Using Cota Technology in 2020
Seattle-area startup Ossia is partnering with phone accessory maker Spigen to release a wireless-charging smartphone case using Ossia’s Cota technology in 2020, with Spigen manufacturing the mass-market product. The case contains a lithium-ion battery that receives power from room-sized transmitters (like Wi‑Fi routers) placed around the home, car, or office; final size, price and exact release details were not disclosed.
Seattle Startup FenSens Launches Wireless Smart Backup Cameras and Sensors to Retrofit Older Vehicles Starting at $70
Seattle startup FenSens offers a wireless license plate frame parking sensor and plans to launch smart backup cameras and a GPS tracker to retrofit older vehicles without backup cameras. The products connect via Bluetooth to smartphones and avoid wiring hassles, targeting car owners who want modern safety features in older cars.
