Investing in impact: How Happiness Capital is creating a happier, healthier future
Date
6 January 2025
Tags
Happiness in the Press
As we kick off a new year, many of us are reflecting on our goals for the months ahead – often focused on improving health and happiness. At Happiness Capital, these aspirations align closely with our mission, as we work to create a world where well-being is prioritized in everything we do. For our first article of the year, we are excited to showcase the companies in our portfolio that are actively driving positive change, creating healthier, happier futures across the globe. These trailblazing businesses are innovating in sectors ranging from healthcare to sustainable food, the environment, and more.
At Happiness Capital, we view happiness as the foundation of a brighter tomorrow. Our investment approach integrates well-being at its core, fostering sustainable growth and social impact. We seek out startups and organizations that are creating meaningful change in four key sectors: Sustainable Food, Health, Environment, and Trust. By investing in these areas, we aim to build a healthier, happier world that benefits future generations while delivering long-term financial returns.
To start 2025 on a high note, we’re focusing on our healthtech investments. These companies are developing groundbreaking solutions to tackle physical and mental health challenges, significantly improving quality of life for people worldwide:
MedTech
Imaging –
Nanox is democratizing access to medical imaging technology, enabling earlier diagnoses in underserved communities and improving healthcare accessibility.
Surgery –
InsightTec is pioneering non-invasive surgery techniques, reducing recovery times and offering patients a safer, more effective alternative to traditional surgical methods.
Oncology –
Alpha Tauis developing targeted cancer therapies to offer patients more effective treatment options, improving outcomes with minimal side effects.
Drug Development –
MigVax is developing zoonotic vaccines to prevent disease spread, enhancing both human and animal health.
HealthTech
Fertility/Reproduction –
Microgenesisis transforming fertility treatment with a non-invasive, affordable approach that addresses underlying inflammation, a major cause of infertility. Their personalized treatment plans, backed by microRNA technology, have helped over 700 women, with nearly 500 babies born, offering an effective and cost-efficient alternative to IVF.
Mental Health & Wellbeing –
PYM provides natural supplements for mental health, helping to enhance mood and support emotional well-being in a stigma-free, accessible way.
Intuition Robotics uses AI to combat loneliness among seniors, supporting mental well-being and promoting social inclusion.
Predictive Analytics –
Senseer is a developer of a data driven and cloud based digital health platform to unlock enterprise-level business intelligence and predictive analytics for the healthcare industry.
BioTech
Cell Therapy –
CellRev is advancing cell-based therapies and drug manufacturing with an innovative platform that improves scalability and efficiency, making life-saving treatments more accessible and cost-effective.
Protein Engineering –
XiasBio is revolutionizing protein design with a breakthrough platform that creates customizable, animal-free proteins for the beauty and consumer goods industries, enhancing product efficacy and sustainability.
Pharmaceuticals –
SaNOtize is tackling infectious diseases with nitric oxide-based solutions, playing a vital role in controlling public health crises.
These investments reflect our commitment to fostering a healthier, happier society. At Happiness Capital, we support companies that place well-being at the heart of their mission. Together with our partners and portfolio companies, we are building a legacy of shared success that benefits both people and the planet for generations to come.