HumanCharger
↗Oulu, Finland
HumanCharger is a Finnish medtech company that manufactures and sells a patented bright light therapy headset device. The company is known for its innovative light therapy technology that delivers calibrated white light through the ear canals to stimulate photosensitive proteins in the brain. Rebranded from Valkee in 2019, the company claims its devices help treat seasonal affective disorder (SAD), reduce jet lag symptoms, and improve sleep and energy levels. The latest product version (Version 4) launched in 2023. Despite filing for bankruptcy in November 2021, the company has maintained operations and continues to actively market and sell products through multiple retail channels including their official website, Amazon, and eBay.
CLASSIFICATION
SIZE & FINANCIALS
Employees:1-50
Founded:2007
Ownership:private
Status:operating
FUNDING
Stage:Post-Series C
Total Raised:$10.2M
Investors:Finnvera, Keksintösäätiö (Finnish Inventions Fund), Merieux Developpement, Lifeline Ventures
PIPELINE
Stage:Commercial
Lead Drug Stage:FDA-cleared medical device
Modalities:Light therapy, Wearable medical device, Headset technology
Active Trials:1
Trial Phases:Phase 4: 1
FDA Approvals:1
CORPORATE STRUCTURE
Key Partnerships:Oulu University (research collaboration on light therapy)
COMPETITION
Position:Emerging
Competitors:Philips (light therapy devices), Natura Bisse (light therapy), Beurer (SAD lamps), Other SAD lamp manufacturers
LEADERSHIP
Key Executives:
Aki Backman - CEO & Member of the Board
Juuso Nissilä - Co-founder & Inventor
Timo Ahopelto - Board Member/Executive
Scientific Founders:Juuso Nissilä
Board Members:Aki Backman, Timo Ahopelto
LINKS
Website:iki.fi
Crunchbase:Crunchbase Profile
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