Best High Tech Companies in Tennessee, United States
The 155 best High Tech companies in Tennessee, United States in 2026, ranked by funding and momentum. Funding, investors, founders, valuation, tech stack and live signals. Top: Digital Reasoning.
Our analysis of 306 High Tech companies
$95.7b in tracked funding; 95% of the stack-profiled cohort runs cloud-native; funding activity peaked in 2025.
Ranked: Best High Tech companies in Tennessee
| # | Company | Disclosed funding | Last round | Employees | Founder | Web popularity | Patents & IP focus | Recent signals |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Digital Reasoning AI-based consumer behavior analysis for banks and financial institutions | $128M | 76 mo ago | 97 | — | — | 57 patents AI-driven risk analytics and compliance monitoring for multilingual financial communications | — |
| 2 | MModal Provider of speech based documentation and transcription solution | $81M | 99 mo ago | 3,028 | — | — | 192 patents Automated clinical documentation, coding, and workflow tools for medical speech dictation and data reconciliation. | — |
| 3 | Steward Advanced Materials Manufacturer of specialty metallic and ceramic materials | $80M | 132 mo ago | 33 | Tim Armstrong CEO & President | — | — | — |
| 4 | Echo Therapeutics SDY prediction platform offering insights for lottery enthusiasts | $17M | 121 mo ago | 17 | — | — | — | — |
| 5 | PaintJet Provider of robotic and AI-powered painting services for infrastructure | $15M | 30 mo ago | 8 | Nick Hegeman Co-Founder & CEO | Top 50M | — | — |
| 6 | General Graphene Developer of a manufacturing system to produce Graphene sheets | $14M | 35 mo ago | 16 | Gregory Erickson Co-Founder & CFO | Top 50M | 26 patents Scalable high‑throughput graphene and 2D material synthesis, including copper‑substrate decoupling. | — |
| 7 | AngelEye Health Provider of video, data, and analysis solutions for pediatric patient care 48Funding top 33%Growth top 37%News top 44%Tech top 48% All 8 signals ▾Fundingtop 33% Growthtop 37% Newstop 44% Techtop 48% Talentbottom 49% Marketbottom 41% Moatbottom 38% Globalbottom 37% Funding: Raised $12.2M across 6 rounds · 6 rounds over 4 yrs (1.5/yr) Growth: 1 acquisition/expansion move in 24 mo · Fresh capital in last 24 mo rank vs industry peers · Fliar Intelligence Index 48/100 | $12M | 6 mo ago | 48 | Christopher Rand CEO | Top 5M | — | — |
| 8 | Evermind Plugs for monitoring the elderly | $11M | 128 mo ago | 5 | — | — | 5 patents Digital mental‑health treatment devices and passive physiological monitoring systems | — |
| 9 | TendedBar Manufacturer of automated alcoholic beverage dispensing systems | $10M | 26 mo ago | 18 | Jay Perkins Co-Founder & CEO | — | — | — |
| 10 | Aubo Robotics Develops collaborative robots for multiple industrial applications | $9M | 103 mo ago | 6 | — | — | — | — |
| 11 | Simplr Provider of customer services for high-growth online retailers | $8M | 98 mo ago | 106 | Eng Tan Founder & CEO | — | — | — |
| 12 | iScreen Vision Pediatric vision screening equipment and analysis | $7M | 140 mo ago | 16 | Buck Brown President & CEO | Top 50M | — | — |
| 13 | GRIDSMART Traffic management system | $6M | 190 mo ago | 75 | — | — | — | — |
| 14 | EnglishCentral Web-based conversational english language learning platform | $6M | 113 mo ago | 218 | Alan Schwartz Founder & CEO | Top 100k | 2 patents Detecting and correcting speech errors in language learning using speech processing. | 1 launch |
| 15 | IP Copilot AI-assisted platform to share ideas and create disclosures | $6M | 21 mo ago | 1 | Austin Walters Founder | — | 4 patents AI-powered idea management and knowledge graph analytics for innovation processes | 1 launch |
| 16 | HomeWare Provider of smart home control hub | $5M | 27 mo ago | — | Nathaniel Schwartz CEO | — | — | — |
| 17 | Station70 Disaster recovery solutions for digital assets | $5M | 26 mo ago | — | Adam Everspaugh Co-Founder & CTO | — | — | — |
| 18 | Haven Manufacturer of digital home locks | $5M | 49 mo ago | 9 | — | Top 10M | 18 patents Patents concentrated in transport & manufacturing processes | — |
| 19 | Superwise Developer of a platform for AI governance and operations management | $4M | 75 mo ago | 29 | John Leschorn Co-Founder & Chief Product Officer | Top 5M | — | — |
| 20 | Infusense Provider of biosensor technology for measuring drug levels in patients | $4M | 13 mo ago | 7 | Edward Chaum Founder | — | 6 patents Molecular detection biosensors and assay chemistries for identifying target compounds | — |
| 21 | Variable Wireless sensors for smart devices | $4M | 147 mo ago | 10 10 → 23 (+130%) | — | Top 5M | 26 patents Advanced color sensing and spectral interpolation for multi-illumination imaging systems | 4 launchs |
| 22 | Hurdl Provider of wearable audience engagement tools to the event organizers | $3M | 90 mo ago | 5 | Betsy Cook Co-Founder & CEO | Top 50M | 4 patents Real-time event-driven interactive device communication systems | — |
| 23 | Starseer Provider of AI exposure management platform securing AI model deployments | $3M | 10 mo ago | — | Carl Hurd Co-Founder & CTO | Top 10M | — | — |
| 24 | 4M Developer of technology for lower cost and higher volume carbon fiber | $3M | 99 mo ago | 4 | — | — | — | — |
| 25 | Ducky AI platform offering voices for text synthesis, automation for customer support teams | $3M | 24 mo ago | — | James O'brien Co-Founder / COO | Top 50M | — | — |
| 26 | Prisma Renewable Composites Producer of composite materials, carbon fibers, and polymers | $2M | 96 mo ago | — | Adam McCall CEO & President | — | 12 patents Sustainable lignin‑reinforced thermoplastic composites for automotive and construction applications | — |
| 27 | Hirebotics Provider of collaborative welding robots for rent | $2M | 38 mo ago | 8 | — | Top 10M | — | 1 launch |
| 28 | Carbon Rivers Provider of renewable recycling and advanced composites manufacturing services | $2M | 72 mo ago | 10 | Jedidiah Long Co-Founder | Top 50M | — | — |
| 29 | Universal Logic Provider of AI-powered automation solutions for supply chain operations | $2M | 205 mo ago | 25 | David Peters Co-Founder & CEO | — | — | — |
| 30 | Perceptics Provider of OCR-based license plate recognition solutions | $2M | 236 mo ago | 16 16 → 38 (+138%) | John Dalton Chief Executive Officer | — | 5 patents Real-time imaging systems for vehicle undercarriage inspection and monitoring | 2 launchs |
| 31 | Soundways Audio technology company 7Funding top 45%Global bottom 29%Market bottom 22% All 3 signals ▾Fundingtop 45% Globalbottom 29% Marketbottom 22% Funding: Raised $2.2M across 5 rounds · 5 rounds over 8 yrs (0.6/yr) Global: Single-market focus (United States) rank vs industry peers · Fliar Intelligence Index 7/100 | $2M | 15 mo ago | 8 | — | — | — | — |
| 32 | InvisionHeart Digital patient diagnosis and management ECG machine and system | $2M | 144 mo ago | 11 | Josh Nickols CEO | — | — | — |
| 33 | Duranc Cloud-based video monitoring platform providing real-time data and business insights | $1M | 96 mo ago | 18 18 → 16 (-11%) | Dp Sreenivas Co-Founder & CRO | — | — | 1 launch |
| 34 | Feetz Internet-first brand of 3D printed shoes | $1M | 134 mo ago | 3 | — | — | 4 patents Patents concentrated in transport & manufacturing processes | — |
| 35 | HoneyCo Remote monitoring solutions for homecare providers | $1M | 120 mo ago | 3 | Zachary Watson CEO | — | — | — |
| 36 | Initial State Provider of a SaaS-driven analytics platform for IoT applications | $1M | 90 mo ago | 10 | — | — | — | — |
| 37 | RalphVR Creating virtual reality social games and experiences for connection | $959K | 21 mo ago | — | Richard Hoagland CEO | — | — | — |
| 38 | Hurdl Wrist bands with LED lights for creating effects at an event | $750K | 116 mo ago | — | Betsy McHugh Founder & CEO | — | 4 patents Real-time event-driven interactive device systems for user interfaces | — |
| 39 | Care Technology Systems Remote monitoring and assessment tools for senior citizens | $710K | 155 mo ago | 1 | Jim Anderson Founder & President | — | — | — |
| 40 | AgSmarts Provides moisture-sensing technology, predictive analytics, and farm equipment automation | $685K | 128 mo ago | 4 | Brett Norman Founder & CEO | — | — | — |
| 41 | Augment Health Provider of smart bladder monitoring device | $605K | 28 mo ago | — | Jared Meyers Co-Founder & CEO | — | — | — |
| 42 | SecureWaters Real-time water monitoring system provider | $600K | 133 mo ago | 7 | Ray Slatton CEO | — | — | — |
| 43 | Collider Simplifying 3D printing with guides, reviews, and resources for enthusiasts | $525K | 107 mo ago | 5 | — | — | 5 patents Hybrid polymer composite additive manufacturing processes and resin formulations | — |
| 44 | Nucsafe Provider of nuclear-radiation detection instruments | $299K | 187 mo ago | 60 | Rick Seymour CEO | — | 60 patents Advanced radiation detection and imaging systems for security, using backscatter X‑ray and scintillators | — |
| 45 | American Nanotechnologies Provides technology for dielectric materials phase separation | $256K | 54 mo ago | 2 | William Fitzhugh Founder & CEO | — | — | — |
| 46 | Dextrous Robotics Offers AI-enabled robots for warehouse operations | $256K | 59 mo ago | 8 | Sam Zapolsky Co-Founder | — | 18 patents Robotic grasping and contact-controlled manipulation for industrial handling applications. | — |
| 47 | Virtuoso Surgical Developer of robotic endoscopic surgery system | $180K | 4 mo ago | 10 | — | Top 50M | 28 patents Robotic concentric‑tube platforms for minimally invasive surgery and automated suturing. | — |
| 48 | Diatech Diabetes Providing a software platform for monitoring insulin delivery | $150K | 22 mo ago | 6 | Luis Blanco Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer | — | 6 patents Detecting and monitoring disruptions in medical fluid delivery infusion devices | — |
| 49 | BioNanovations Handheld bacterial diagnostic using nanoparticles | $140K | 153 mo ago | 2 | Charleson Bell President and co-Founder | — | — | — |
| 50 | mobius Developer of biodegradable plastic made from lignin | $100K | 74 mo ago | 5 | Tony Bova Co-Founder & CEO | — | 34 patents Patents concentrated in transport & manufacturing processes | — |
Top 12 High Tech companies in Tennessee
#1
Series C · Nashville, Tennessee · founded 2013 · 48 employees$12.2Mraised▾
Provider of video, data, and analysis solutions for pediatric patient care. It delivers integrated systems for clinical analysis, navigation, discharge management, and feeding documentation. The systems connect care teams and families to ensure a smooth transition to health. The technology offers bedside cameras with live-streaming patient viewing and secure messaging. It also provides support services to keep systems running.
- Dec 2025Series C$9M
- Mar 2025Series B$3M
- Nov 2022Series B$11.2M
- Feb 2022Seed$1M
#2
Seed · Nashville, Tennessee · founded 2009 · 7 employees$4.4Mraised▾
Provider of biosensor technology for measuring drug levels in patients. The company offers "HemaSense" a first-in-class, hand-held device that can be used by physicians to measure drug levels directly from a drop of blood or saliva, without sample processing.
- May 2025Seed$1.4M
- Mar 2025Grant (prize money)$1.2M
- Jun 2023Grant (prize money)$1M
- Aug 2021Grant (prize money)$253.6K
#3
Seed · Knoxville, Tennessee · founded 2025$3Mraised▾
Provider of AI exposure management platform securing AI model deployments. The platform empowers teams to secure AI deployments and generate audit-ready documentation. It supports various models, including open weights and internally developed ones. The platform offers features such as quick scans, visual comparisons, and dynamic probes to test for resiliency. It helps identify and fix risks, supporting forensics and detections throughout the AIOps lifecycle.
- Jul 2025Seed$2M
- Jul 2025Seed$1M
#4
Series A · Nashville, Tennessee · founded 2016 · 10 employees$179.8Kraised▾
Developer of robotic endoscopic surgery system. The system delivers robotically controlled, needle-sized manipulators to apprehend, manipulate, and cut tissues. It is used in various areas of surgery, including neurologic, thoracic, orthopedic, urologic, and gynecologic procedures.
- Feb 2026Series A$2.9M
- Nov 2023Grant (prize money)$1.8M
- Aug 2023Seed$179.8K
#5
Series A · Memphis, Tennessee · founded 2015 · 8 employees$2.2Mraised▾
Sound Ways media is an audio technology company. The company makes technological solutions in the field of sound recording, studio services and devices used for listening. The company develops software for professional studio recordings, audio process licensing, and virtual reality audio.
- Mar 2025Series A$2.1M
- Jan 2021Series A$2M
- May 2018Seed$200K
- Nov 2016Seed$25K
#6
Series A · Columbia, Tennessee · founded 2023 · 1 employees$5.7Mraised▾
AI-assisted platform to share ideas and create disclosures. It leverages AI to summarize, classify, and tag disclosures. The platform also offers real-time prior art searches and prompts for idea submissions.
- Sep 2024Series A$5.7M
#7
Series A · Franklin, Tennessee · founded 2014 · 18 employees$9.5Mraised▾
Manufacturer of automated alcoholic beverage dispensing systems. It offers Tended Tech, an automated touch-screen bar dispensing machine offering on-demand drink services for multiple drink combinations. It can be used in stadiums, arenas, bars, restaurants, hotels, resorts, casinos, etc. It also comes with facial recognition technology.
- Apr 2024Series A$4.5M
- Dec 2021Series A$5M
#8
Series A · Nashville, Tennessee · founded 2020 · 8 employees$14.8Mraised▾
Provider of robotic and AI-powered painting services for infrastructure. It offers painting for new construction, repaint, and maintenance projects. The company applies protective and specialty coatings using robotics and AI. It serves industries including tilt-up, oil and gas, and marine.
- Dec 2023Series A$10M
- Oct 2022Seed$4.8M
#9
Acqui-Hired · Franklin, Tennessee · founded 2000 · 97 employees$128.2Mraised▾
AI-based consumer behavior analysis for banks and financial institutions. Its offering includes voice surveillance, employee communication analytics, healthcare automation for cancer detection, trading insight, and more.
- Jan 2020Series D$20M
- Sep 2019Series D—
- Feb 2019Series D$30M
- Mar 2018Series D$30M
#10
Series A · Oak Ridge, Tennessee · founded 2013 · 16 employees$14.2Mraised▾
Developer of a manufacturing system to produce Graphene sheets. It provides users with graphene synthesis developed at Oak Ridge national Laboratory for producing Graphene sheets in mass quantity at marketable prices.
- Jul 2023Series A$4.7M
- Sep 2018Series A$7.6M
- Sep 2018Series A$18.6M
- Oct 2016Series A$489K
#11
Seed · Lexington, Tennessee · founded 2015$959Kraised▾
Creating virtual reality social games and experiences for connection. We focus on building immersive virtual environments that foster presence, shared experiences, and lasting memories. We are dedicated to crafting innovative virtual reality solutions, specializing in social games and interactive experiences. Our work emphasizes the power of virtual reality to connect people in meaningful ways, enabling users to be present and share moments regardless of physical distance. We aim to build a future where virtual interactions are as enriching and memorable as real-world encounters. We are a B2C tech company offering software solutions.
- Sep 2024Grant (prize money)$254.9K
- Sep 2023Grant (prize money)$452K
- Aug 2021Grant (prize money)$252.1K
- Aug 2016Seed—
#12
Series A · Nashville, Tennessee · founded 2023$5.3Mraised▾
Provider of smart home control hub. It provides users with a platform that offers software solutions for IoT and home automation services. It also allows users to monitor and keep tabs on their security systems, CO2 detectors, sprinklers, and heating and cooling systems.
- Mar 2024Series A$5.2M
- May 2023Seed$160K
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A read on the academic research around Semiconductors in Tennessee — which themes are gaining ground, the institutions and researchers driving them, and how the tone is shifting. Based on 77 papers.
University of Tennessee at Knoxville and Tennessee Technological University lead moderately optimistic research (stance 0.51) on Silicon Carbide technologies and power electronics, with breakthrough and advancement papers dominating.
- University of Tennessee at Knoxville60
- Tennessee Technological University13
- East Tennessee State University1
- Middle Tennessee State University1
- Tennessee State University1
- Electrical engineering6
- CMOS5
- Power (physics)5
- Integrated circuit5
- Hardware Trojan5
- Electronic engineering9
- CMOS4
- Power (physics)4
- Electronic circuit4
- Semiconductor device4
- Reliability (semiconductor)2
- Power (physics)2
- Wireless power transfer2
- Miniaturization2
- Metamaterial2
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