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Muse is a technology company.
InteraXon develops Muse, a brain-sensing headband that provides real-time neurofeedback to users. This advanced wearable technology utilizes electroencephalography (EEG) and functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) sensors to measure brain activity during meditation and sleep. The device translates these brainwave signals into understandable data, guiding individuals toward improved mental focus, calmness, and restorative sleep. Muse positions itself as a tool for proactive mental fitness and cognitive enhancement.
The company was co-founded by Ariel Garten and Chris Aimone, with their first product launched in 2014. Ariel Garten, a neuroscientist, brought expertise in brain-computer interface technology, while Chris Aimone, holding a Master's in Engineering Science and Computer Science from the University of Toronto, contributed robust technical leadership. Their shared insight was to harness sophisticated brainwave detection to make mental training and self-awareness accessible to a broader audience outside of clinical settings.
Muse's products cater to individuals interested in enhancing their mental well-being, mindfulness, and sleep quality. The company's overarching vision is to empower users with a deeper understanding of their own brain patterns, providing actionable insights and guidance. Through continuous innovation in neurotechnology, Muse aims to be a leading platform for personal mental fitness and cognitive health.
Muse has raised $38.5M across 5 funding rounds.
Muse has raised $38.5M in total across 5 funding rounds.
Muse has raised $38.5M in total across 5 funding rounds.
Muse's investors include Sonny Vu, Lally Rementilla, Ariel Garten, Sid Paquette, Mohamed Wahba El Mahalawy, Thomvest Ventures, Bridge Builders Collaborative, Epic Capital Management, Emergence Capital, Felicis Ventures, iNovia Capital, Kapor Capital.
Muse Technologies Inc. is a small IT consulting firm based in Lanham, Maryland, specializing in executive-level expertise for federal government clients, with core services in program/project management, organizational development, IT strategy, and governance.[1][2][3] Founded in 2013, it serves the private sector, federal government, and small businesses, leveraging over 100 years of collective team experience in areas like leadership, change management, information security, and enterprise architecture to deliver targeted, results-driven solutions.[1][3] The firm emphasizes community values, social responsibility, and a supportive work environment, operating with around 11 employees and annual revenue under $5 million.[1][2]
Muse Technologies was founded in 2013 by Dr. Linda Cureton, former NASA Chief Information Officer (CIO), who brings deep expertise in federal IT leadership.[1][2] Headquartered at 4601 Presidents Drive, Suite 240, in Lanham, Maryland, the company emerged from Cureton's NASA background to address gaps in federal government IT consulting, focusing on high-level management and strategy.[1][3] Early traction stemmed from the team's extensive federal experience, enabling rapid establishment in program management and governance for government and private clients, with no major pivots noted in its evolution.[2][3]
Muse Technologies rides the trend of digital transformation in federal government IT, where aging systems demand advanced strategy, governance, and cloud integration amid rising cybersecurity and efficiency pressures.[1][2] Its timing aligns with post-2013 federal initiatives emphasizing IT modernization, such as those influenced by NASA-era reforms, positioning it to capitalize on contract vehicles for program management in a market favoring experienced boutique consultancies over large firms.[3] By influencing federal ecosystem efficiency through targeted advisory—e.g., in enterprise architecture and change management—Muse supports broader tech adoption, indirectly aiding startup-like innovation in government tech while competing in a field with players like Intuitive and Boston Dynamics in adjacent IT services.[2]
Muse Technologies is poised for steady growth in federal IT consulting, potentially expanding via certifications, contract vehicles, and emerging trends like AI-driven governance and cybersecurity amid 2025 federal budget cycles.[2][3] Shifts toward cloud-native federal architectures and sustainable IT could amplify its role, with Dr. Cureton's network driving partnerships; influence may evolve from niche advisory to broader ecosystem enabler if it scales team or revenue beyond $2-5 million.[1][2] This positions Muse as a reliable player in government tech reliability, echoing its NASA-rooted mission to build strategic futures.[1]
Muse has raised $38.5M across 5 funding rounds. Most recently, it raised $9.5M Series C in August 2022.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 11, 2022 | $9.5M Series C | Sonny Vu, Lally Rementilla | Ariel Garten |
| Nov 1, 2017 | $12.0M Series B | Sid Paquette, Mohamed Wahba El Mahalawy | Thomvest Ventures, Bridge Builders Collaborative, Epic Capital Management |
| May 1, 2015 | $10.0M Series B | Emergence Capital, Felicis Ventures, iNovia Capital, Kapor Capital, Precursor Ventures, Sapphire Ventures, Sequoia Capital, Sherpalo Ventures, Tenaya Capital, Ulu Ventures, Uncork Capital, Vineet Madan | |
| Aug 1, 2013 | $6.0M Series A | Emergence Capital, Felicis Ventures, ff Venture Capital, iNovia Capital, Kapor Capital, Precursor Ventures, Sapphire Ventures, Sequoia Capital, Sherpalo Ventures, Sound Ventures, Streamlined Ventures, Tenaya Capital, Ulu Ventures, Uncork Capital, Vineet Madan, Ashton Kutcher, Bridge Builders Collaborative, Horizon Ventures, George Babu | |
| Mar 1, 2012 | $1.0M Seed | ff Venture Capital |