Sensory-friendly movie screenings, female-only ridesharing services and AI rewards programs are some of the innovations to emerge as April 2018 new ventures, which come from start-ups and established businesses alike.
While workout studios and fast food drive-thrus can already be found across the world, several businesses are setting themselves apart with divergent services that focus on niche offerings. Examples of this include New York City's ReCOVER studio, which offers activities and sessions to support the mind and body post-workout, as well as the pizza-focused California Quick Slice drive-thru that is set to be open this summer.
A number of new businesses are launching with a focus on Millennials, including Office Depot's BizBox, which provides young entrepreneurs with tools to accelerate their growth, as well as Sillages Paris, a perfume brand that is sparking new interest in the category through transparency, curation and customization.
Top 25 New Venture Innovations in April
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Millennial Start-Up Services
Office Depot's BizBox Empowers Business Owners with Growth Tools
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Pizza-Centric Drive-Thrus
'California Quick Slice' Will Make Pizza Available Fast by the Slice
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Mom-Centric Online Concierges
Boxed.com is Launching a "Momcierge" Exclusively for Mothers
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Affordable Baby Subscription Boxes
Target Created a New Monthly Subscription Box for Babies
21
Fur-Free Luxury Fashion
Versace Clothing May Soon Become Completley Fur Free
20
Candy Flavor Challenges
HI-CHEW's East Meets West Flavor Challenge Has Fans Decide a New US Flavor
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Expansive Innovation Spaces
The Cambridge Innovation Center Received Funding To Expand Into Europe
18
Community-Focused Coffee Chain Locations
Starbucks' Concept Space in Brooklyn Adds to Neighborhood
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AI Rewards Programs
HSBC is Using Artificial Intelligence to Predict How Points May Be Redeemed
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Pre-Planned Weekend Getaways
'Alpaca My Bags' Creates Weekend Adventures for Couples
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Musical Coffee Subscriptions
Cafe Steez Offers a 'Coffee and Hip-Hop Subscription' Service
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Female-Only Ride-Share Services
DriveHer is Offering Toronto Women a Safe Ride Home
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Holistic Recovery Studios
NYC's ReCOVER Studio Delivers Recovery Solutions for the Mind and Body
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Customizable Online-Only Fragrances
Sillages Paris Targets Millennials with Simple, Custom Scents
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Cloud Gaming Services
The Microsoft Gaming Cloud Division is Hoping to Change the Market
10
Artist-Focused AI
The Music Fund Is Ensuring Musicians are Paid Properly By Using AI
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VR Data Visualizations
Virtualitics Combines AR, VR and AI to Create a New Way to See Information
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Global Botanical E-Shops
Naturevibe Botanicals Offers for Hard-to-Find Goods Like Moringa
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Cork-Based Skincare Lines
Birkenstock Launched a Cruelty-Free Skincare Range Powered by Cork Oak
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Whisky Cask Cryptos
This Asset-Based Cryptocurrency Lets You Invest In Whisky Casks
5
Decentralized Cryptocurrency Exchanges
The Qurrex Exchange Uses Peer-to-Peer Trading Architecture
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Anime-Themed Bullet Trains
The Hello Kitty Bullet Train Will Soon Be a Reality in Japan
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Laser-Distressed Jeans
Levi's FLX Project is a New Sustainable Initative for Distressed Jeans
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Sensory-Friendly Film Screenings
'My Way Matinee' Shows Movies for People with Sensory Disorders
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Clean Beauty Brand Accelerators
'The Clean Hub' Helps Clean Beauty Brands Get Their Start
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AI-Created Luggage Campaigns
LANCEL's New Voyage Ai Campaign Launched on June 7th
Hyper-Personalized AI Health Coaches
Thrive Global & OpenAI Startup Fund Deliver Thrive AI Health
Handheld K-Beauty Devices
APR Corp. is Bringing Advanced K-Beauty Tech to CES 2024
Technology-Driven Retail Spaces
ARK Visual Unveils Future Stores as an Immersive Retail Identity
AI-Lead Car Ads
Ford Launched an AI Campaign Dubbed 'Be Surreal, Be Ford'
Disruptive AI-Finance Chatbots
Origin Financial Wins Big with AI Chatbot for Everyday Finance
AI-Inspired Digital Art Programs
Scorpios and HOFAA Gallery Introduce 'Evolving Perspectives'
Robotic Restaurant Technology Upgrades
Happy Joe's is Bringing Robotics and AI to its Dining Room
Compassionate Travel Platforms
Vegius' AI Helps Vegetarians & Vegans Find Accomodation & More
Toronto Wellness Boutiques
Trove Wellbeing Offers Wellness Services in Toronto
AI Hiring Platforms
Chipotle is Introducing a System by Paradox to Streamline the Hiring Process
AI-Powered Healthcare Pods
CarePods are the World's First Artificial Intelligence Doctor's Offices
Novel AI-Generated Product Designs
Arcade Introduced a Transformative AI Product Creation Platform
Digital Footwear Experiences
Reebok Impact is a Next-Gen Shoe Experience with AI and Wearables
Emerging Technology Publications
New Society Has Launched Its Inaugural Book About Technology
Experiential Intimates Spaces
Knix Opens Immersive Retail Location at Premium Shopping Centre
Playful Entrepreneurial Metaverses
e.l.f. UP! on Roblox Helps Gen Z & Gen Alpha Build Skills
In-Store Beauty Sampling Kiosks
Ulta Beauty and SOS are Partnering to Promote Product Discovery
Seasonal Phone Booth Activations
Spotify's Q4 is Calling Urges Brands to Start Holiday Advertising
Beauty Standard-Redefining Wellness Apps
Activerse.app Debuts a New Wellness Application — Raize
AI-Fueled Finance Apps
The 'Finn' App Can Provide Accurate Responses to Complex Queries
Entertainment Industry Expansions
Starbucks Enters the Entertainment Industry as Starbucks Studio
AI Beauty Shopping Experiences
Revieve x Google Cloud Launch the Next Gen AI Advisor Series
Open-Air Medi-Spa Services
The Scene Medical Beauty Bar Rides the Wave of the Beauty Market
GenAI Virtual Shoppers
Cindy by Imaginuity Boots Online and In-Store Foot Traffic
Tech-Driven Sexual Wellness
Experience the Future of Intimacy
Novel Fitness Raves
Les Mills and adidas Offered a Ground-Breaking Fitness Rave Event
AI-Powered Restaurant Recommendations
Google Maps Now Uses AI to Recommend New Food Places
AR Shopping Malls
American Express' Door to Shop Small Highlights 10 Small Businesses
Immersive Entertainment Venues
Netflix Houses Feature Eateries, Experiential Activities & More
Immersive Coffee Pop-Ups
Ninja will Host the Ninja Luxe Café 'House of Vibes' Event in NYC
Mindful Athletic Brand Initiatives
Nike's 'Wellness Collective' Promotes 5 Key Wellness Pillars
Creativity-Centered Workshops
Gap's Workshop Initiative Empowers Local Makers in San Francisco
AI-Driven Last-Mile Deliveries
The Rounds Predicts When Items Need Replacing with Machine Learning
Gen Z-Influenced Marketing Campaigns
Kraft Heinz is Studying Gen Z's Preferences with New Launches
AI-Powered Health Offices
Forward Health Debuts a New Self-Contained Doctors Office
Automated Hot Food Kiosks
Sodexo and Automated Retail Technologies Teamed Up for New Kiosks
AI Wellness Companions
NOWATCH Insights Delivers Personalized Well-Being Insights in a Custom Way
AI-Generated QSR Items
McDonald's India Asks Fans to Create its Signature Collection with AI
Rebranded Food Delivery Apps
Skip Revamps Its Brand Identity to 'Skip to the Good Part'
AI-Powered Gut Health Companions
Ustwo Unveils Breakthrough Digital Coaching App Sproutiful
Hyper-Personalized AI Campaigns
Tesco's Stronger Starts Uses AI to Recognize Customers by Name
Revolutionary Fitness Experiences
Fred Fitness Boasts a Gym with AI-Driven Workouts
Advanced Adaptive Retail Experiences
Walmart Unveiled New Retail Technologies at CES 2024
AI-Powered Marketing Tools
This E-Commerce Tool Uses Customer Data to Project Reward Impacts
AI-Powered Digital Transformation Services
InfiniteIQ Consulting Has Redesigned Its Website
Global Digital Marketplaces
Renaissance Hotels' R FINDS Shares Goods from Local Artisans
Professional Journey Mapping Insights
Journey AI Converts Customer Research into Journey Maps
GenAI TV Ads
ITV's AI-Generated Ad Service Helps New-to-TV Brands Affordably Reach More Audiences
Spatial Computing Shopping Apps
'Alo Yoga' Debuted a New App for the Apple Vision Pro
Climate-Based Skincare Pop-Ups
AXIS-Y and Senti Senti will Celebrate the Brand's Latest Launch
Athletic Health-Focused Gadget Lines
Therabody Debuts Offerings Ahead of the 2024 Holiday Season
Brunch-Inspired Activewear Capsules
Nimble Activewear Launches the New 'Breakfast Club' Collection
Streaming Service Expansions
Spotify Launched an In-house Creative Agency, Spotify Creative Lab
Stylish Soda Pop-Ups
Poppi World Enticed Health-Conscious, Fashionable Visitors During NYFW
AI-Powered Digital Employees
Product Genius Transforms How Small Businesses Connect with Customers
Influencer-Focused AI Updates
CreatorIQ Utilizes AI To Help Marketers Track Creator Conversations
Healthcare Innovation-Enhancing Platforms
Chiesi Launches 'The Impulse' for Healthcare Innovations
AI-Driven Messaging Platforms
Movable Ink Has Introduced Significant Enhancements to Da Vinci
Autonomous QSR Meal Deliveries
Serve Robotics Will Star Delivering Shake Shack Uber Eats in LA
Digital Map AI Enhancements
Google Maps Update Brings AI-Powered Exploration Tools
AI-Powered Gelato Packaging
Sweet Cheeks Partners with Bravo to Debut Gelatos with AI Packaging
Eco-Friendly Pet Programs
Mars Petcare and Big Idea Ventures Launch a Sustainable Pet Food Program
AI Directory Platforms
Weekly Dose of AI Offers The Latest AI Updates to Help Businesses
Product Exploration Retailer Tools
These New Instacart Discovery Tools Connect Brands to Retailers
AI-Powered Drive-Thrus
Vox AI is Coming to CES 2024 to Revolutionize Drive-Thru Orders
Text-to-Video AI Avatars
AI Studios Brings Content to Life
Comprehensive Health Care Suites
Bright Sits on the Intersection of Technology and Health
Supportive Entrepreneur Communities
Ooutliers Shares Insights From Successful Startups
Business Founder Newsletters
The Solo Founder Newsletter Compiles the Top News and Inspiration
Tech-Enhanced Beauty Marketplaces
Fresha Plans to Boost Machine Learning and AI Robotics Abilities
AI-Powered Wellness Vacations
Culb Med Expands Wellness Program with AI capabilities
In-Hotel AI-Driven Workouts
Hyatt Regency Has Partnered with Future for a Unique Service
Residential Digital Fitness Platforms
FIIT's Initiative Boosts Wellness in Residential Settings
Chic Contemporary Fitness Studios
Jaybird Emphasizes Mindfulness and Accessibility
Brand Photography Marketplaces
VSCO Unveils a New Marketplace for Photographers to Find Work
Private App-Based Journals
Apple Launches a New Journal App for iPhone Users to Positively Reflect
Marathon Retail Partnerships
The Deliveroo x Boots Marathon Roo-covery Hub is a One-Stop Shop
Plant-Based Pizza Pop-Ups
Daiya's Slice Club in NYC Serves Plant-Curious People
AI Green Financing Platforms
Singapore's AI Initiative for Sustainable Finance in Real Estate
Customized Convenience Retailer Apps
Family Express is Introducing a Personalized App Experience
Drop-In Wellness Solutions
Beyond Yoga Launches a New Wellness Pop-Up in New York City
Wellness Lifestyle Clubs
The Health Cafe Introduces Social Wellness Programming in Toronto
Sustainable Funding Summits
Emerald Summit Connects Climate Innovators with Impact Investors
Whimsical Bright Creative Workspaces
Publicis Groupe's New Workspace is in New York's SoHo
Luxury Adventure Travel Platforms
UNCHARTED Recently Introduced the EVOLVE Multimedia Platform
Short-Form Foodie Feeds
Uber Eats is Testing Out a New Vertical Feed Like TikTok and Instagram
Crafted Holiday Activations
Loews Hotels & Co will Offer Festive Pop-Ups and Seasonal Sips
Human-Like AI Marketing Avatars
Studio Neiro Helps Scale Marketing With Engaging AI Videos
Innovative Digital Signage
Creative Realities Enhances Fan Engagement & Outcomes with New Signage
AI-Powered Pain Visualization Experiences
Panadol Hosted the Art of Release Experience
Innovative AI Health Solutions
VivaWell Partners with Keyzell Holding to Lead Innovation
Hyper-Local Gym Ads
GymBox's Made for London Life Ads Juxtapose City Living and Gym-Going
Delivery-Oriented AI Tools
Grab Teams Up with OpenAI to Enhance its Automated Offerings
Early-Stage Brand Programs
Fixer Advisory Group & Academia Cerebra Debut The Founders Program
Senior-Focused Wellness Platforms
Mirabelle Launches a New AI-Powered Fitness Hub for Seniors
AI-Powered Revenue Suites
Klaviyo Launches Klaviyo AI for Business Revenue Opportunities
AI-Powered Business Discoveries
Yelp Unveils a New AI Assistant and 'Project Ideas' Feature
AI-Powered Wellness Delivery Services
'Localposh' Anticipates Products and Services for You
High-Tech Personalized Wellness Partnerships
ASENSEI and 3DLOOKCollaborate to Enhance Wellness
Affordable Lifestyle Directories
'I Have This Friend' Makes Aspirational Living More Accessible
AI-Fuelled Mobile Design Apps
Adobe Launches its Express Mobile App for Design On-the-Go
Sustainable Finance Accelerators
Commerzbank Taps Tenity for a New Sustainable Finance Accelerator
Senior Living Tech Accelerators
Rose Villa Senior Living & The Malden Collective Launch LiveWell™
Gaming Experience-Enhancing Innovations
Inspired Entertainment, Inc. Debuts New Gaming Innovations
Virtual Personal Trainers
Jamie's Fit Uses AI To Improve Health and Wellness For Anyone
Innovation-Focused Digital Metaverses
Forbes Launches a Digital Presence In The Sandbox Metaverse
Athlete-Inspired AI Brand Campaigns
AngelAi Taps a Groups of Athletes to Promote Its Ethos
AI-Driven Business Transformations
'Unlock the Power of AI' Helps Businesses Integrate AI
Expansive Rebranding Initiatives
MysteryVibe Goes Beyond Sexual Health and into New Markets
Debut Health-Focused Collections
NuSpira Launches a Functional Health Product Line
AI Navigation Upgrades
Tmap Mobility Launches an AI-Powered Revamp for its Navigation App
AI-Driven Office Expansions
IBM is Expanding Its Technology Expert Labs in Markham, Ontario
AI-Boosted Enterprise Tools
The 'Innovation Assistant' Assists Ideation and Implementation
Personalized AI Career Roadmaps
Career Recipes by Adaptiv Help Those Navigating Career Challenges
Virtual-First QSR Brands
IHOP Unveils a New Expansion for its Virtual Restaurant Concepts
Wellness Discovery Platforms
Wellworthy Helps Individuals Navigate the Health and Wellness Market
Explorative Entrepreneur Ideas
Hustle Momumtum Invites You to Discover and Launch Side Hustles
AI-Powered Drive-Thru Services
Hi Auto Launches the New AI-Powered Voice-Cloning QSR Technology
Beginner Business Wisdom
Beginner Maps Uses Insights From Experts to Help New Businesses Thrive
Entrepreneur Support Communities
Hustle Cafe is an Online Space for Founders to Connect and Grow
Retailer-Backed Holiday Experiences
J. Crew Launches a New AI-Powered Holiday Experience
Career Platform AI Features
LinkedIn Introduces a Slew of AI-Powered Enhancements
AI-Enhanced Job Searching Apps
Simplify Leverages AI to Match Candidates with Suitable Positions
Network-Connecting AI Solutions
Village AI Connect with Your Network to Close Deals
Post-Launch Entrepreneurial Newsletters
One Year Wiser Interviews People One Year After Launch
Debunking AI Apps
BSBot Helps Publicis Clients Tell the Truth About AI from Fiction at Cannes
Preemptive Startup Evaluations
Vet My Idea Helps Startups Survive with AI Assessments and Ideas
Nutrition Brand Investment Rounds
Squared Circles Plans to Launch Five Brands in the Near Future
Inventive Charity Initiatives
Spark Financial's Annual Charity Initiative is for Autism Awareness
Athlete-Inspired Wellness Studios
Do Not Disturb is Set to Open in Ponce City Market, Atlanta
AI-Backed Content Discoveries
Cineverse Launches an AI-Powered Movie and TV Show Search Platform
Pre-Launch B2B Startup Apps
Faindrr Focuses on Growth and Connections Between new Startup Founders
Self-Service Event Promotions
Industry Dive Adds Self-Service Offerings to Include Event Promotion
Business-Focused Note Apps
Notely Helps Businesses Streamline Consumer Communications
Empowering Trader-Focused Campaigns
Vantage Markets Debuts New Phase of Reborn a Trader
Mental Health Community Engagement
OOt Social Health Recently Launched Its Application
Weekly Personalized Music Curation
NewMusic Delivers New Tracks to Your Inbox Every Week
AI-Driven Post-Meeting Tools
Retroideas.ai Suggests Retrospective Topics to Boost Meetings
Entrepreneurial Community Building
VenturePals Steps in to Help Solo Entrepreneurs Find Community