ContinUse Biometrics

Based in Tel Aviv, ContinUse Biometrics, operating as CU-BX, is an enterprise focused on remote, contactless biometric monitoring. Founded in 2015 by a team including veteran Israeli hi-tech entrepreneur Asher Polani, Professor Zeev Zalevsky, Dr. Yevgeny Beiderman, Professor Javier Garcia, and Amit Klir, the company leverages technology developed at Bar-Ilan and Valencia Universities. Polani, with entrepreneurial experience dating back to the 1980s and executive roles at companies like HP-Israel and Finjan, served as CEO until late 2019. The company's foundation is built on nano-level detection of vibrations from internal organs, a concept developed by Professor Zeev Zalevsky, the company's Chief Technology Officer.

The company's core technology is a patented, sensor-based system that uses optical methods to detect nano-vibrations associated with the body's physiological functions. This allows for the remote and continuous monitoring of over 20 biomedical parameters, such as heart rate, respiratory rate, blood pressure, and even the sounds of the heart and lungs, without any physical contact. This data is then analyzed using proprietary AI algorithms to provide actionable health and wellness insights. The system is designed to be agnostic to factors like clothing, lighting conditions, and skin color. One of the primary markets for CU-BX is the automotive industry, where it partners with Tier 1 suppliers and OEMs. In 2021, the company announced a collaboration with automotive giant Continental to integrate its technology into cabin sensing systems. For this market, the technology monitors driver and passenger well-being, detecting signs of stress, fatigue, and discomfort to personalize the in-cabin environment and enhance safety. It can also improve the efficiency of electric vehicles by optimizing thermal comfort regulation.

Initially, ContinUse Biometrics also targeted the healthcare sector, with applications in telemedicine, home care, and chronic disease management, offering a solution for continuous, non-intrusive patient monitoring. The business model centers on integrating its cutting-edge technology into existing platforms, such as camera-based driver monitoring systems, making it a B2B technology provider. The company has secured $21 million in total funding over two rounds, including a $1 million seed round in 2016 with investors like Tyco and Lenovo, and a $20 million Series B round in 2018 led by the Chartered Group.

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