Beartooth
Beartooth connects iOS devices without cellular or WiFi networks.
| Date | Investors | Amount | Round |
|---|---|---|---|
| - | investor | €0.0 | round |
| N/A | €0.0 | round | |
$2.0m | Convertible | ||
| Total Funding | 000k | ||
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Based in Bozeman, Montana, Beartooth Radio, Inc. specializes in developing self-forming ad hoc mesh networks designed for environments where traditional communication infrastructures are unavailable or insecure. The company was founded in November 2013 by CEO Michael Monaghan and CTO Kevin Ames. Monaghan's background includes experience in institutional equities at Goldman Sachs and private equity at Riverstone Holdings, combined with his passion as an outdoorsman, which shaped the company's direction. Ames brings a technical background to the team. The company targets elite law enforcement, military, and disaster response teams as its primary client base.
The core of Beartooth's business is the sale of its hardware devices, primarily the Beartooth MK II. This product is a tactical, off-grid mesh radio that pairs with a user's smartphone via a dedicated application. The business model centers on selling these devices, which create a secure, independent communication network without reliance on cellular or Wi-Fi signals. This is particularly valuable for tactical teams operating in remote or compromised areas. The company has raised a total of $2.9 million to support its operations and product development.
The Beartooth MK II device enables users to transmit push-to-talk voice messages, send direct and group texts, and share live location data. A key feature is its seamless integration with the Android Team Awareness Kit (ATAK), a widely used situational awareness tool in the military and first responder communities. This integration allows for advanced functionalities like real-time team tracking, route planning, and sharing of geospatial markers without needing external infrastructure. The network is secured with AES-256 encryption, can support over 100 devices, and boasts a line-of-sight range of up to 20 miles. The devices are designed to be durable, with a two-day battery life, and are compliant with ITAR Free, EAR 99, 889, and TAA standards, indicating they are made in the USA and suitable for government and military use.
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