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
23
Mom-Centric Online Concierges
Boxed.com is Launching a "Momcierge" Exclusively for Mothers
22
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
19
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
16
Pre-Planned Weekend Getaways
'Alpaca My Bags' Creates Weekend Adventures for Couples
15
Musical Coffee Subscriptions
Cafe Steez Offers a 'Coffee and Hip-Hop Subscription' Service
14
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
12
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
9
VR Data Visualizations
Virtualitics Combines AR, VR and AI to Create a New Way to See Information
8
Global Botanical E-Shops
Naturevibe Botanicals Offers for Hard-to-Find Goods Like Moringa
7
Cork-Based Skincare Lines
Birkenstock Launched a Cruelty-Free Skincare Range Powered by Cork Oak
6
Decentralized Cryptocurrency Exchanges
The Qurrex Exchange Uses Peer-to-Peer Trading Architecture
5
Whisky Cask Cryptos
This Asset-Based Cryptocurrency Lets You Invest In Whisky Casks
4
Anime-Themed Bullet Trains
The Hello Kitty Bullet Train Will Soon Be a Reality in Japan
3
Laser-Distressed Jeans
Levi's FLX Project is a New Sustainable Initative for Distressed Jeans
2
Sensory-Friendly Film Screenings
'My Way Matinee' Shows Movies for People with Sensory Disorders
1
Clean Beauty Brand Accelerators
'The Clean Hub' Helps Clean Beauty Brands Get Their Start
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AI Wellness Has Introduced the Ask My Avatar Challenge
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
Technology-Driven Retail Spaces
ARK Visual Unveils Future Stores as an Immersive Retail Identity
Tech-Forward Wellness Concepts
Technogym Debuts Its New Advanced Vision Healthness™
AI-Lead Car Ads
Ford Launched an AI Campaign Dubbed 'Be Surreal, Be Ford'
AI-Inspired Digital Art Programs
Scorpios and HOFAA Gallery Introduce 'Evolving Perspectives'
AI-Powered Creative Marketing Tools
RYA x Qrious Insight Partner for Ad Campaign Generation
Robotic Restaurant Technology Upgrades
Happy Joe's is Bringing Robotics and AI to its Dining Room
AI Resource Hubs
Must Have AI Helps Discover Top AI Tools for Marketing, Productivity & More
Nature-Inspired Coffee Boutiques
Nespresso Opens a Retail Location in Yorkdale Shopping Centre
Compassionate Travel Platforms
Vegius' AI Helps Vegetarians & Vegans Find Accomodation & More
AI-Enabled E-Commerce Platforms
Bloomreach Expands its Personalization Feature to Spain and Italy
Experiential Intimates Spaces
Knix Opens Immersive Retail Location at Premium Shopping Centre
AI Hiring Platforms
Chipotle is Introducing a System by Paradox to Streamline the Hiring Process
AI-Powered Social Media Series
Dazed and Soot Release the Compelling Hard Drive Reveal Series
Modern Newsstand Skincare Pop-Ups
Neutrogena x AIRE Health Hosted a Thematic Event
AI-Driven Product Photoshoots
Unilever Shared Its Use of AI and Digital Twins at NVIDIA GTC 2025
Immersive Brand Concepts
LG Hosted its 'Affectionate Intelligence' Event at CES 2025
Novel AI-Generated Product Designs
Arcade Introduced a Transformative AI Product Creation Platform
AI-Driven Strength Training Apps
Kiwi Fitness Provides an Alternative to Traditional Coaching
Efficiency-Driven AI Retail Models
Google Cloud's New Retail Solutions Seek to Optimize Workflow
AI-Powered Restaurant Recommendations
Google Maps Now Uses AI to Recommend New Food Places
Auto-Focused AI Marketing Tools
Dealer Creative AI Boosts Social Media Content for Dealerships
Multi-Sensory Sports Commentary Devices
OneCourt Pioneers Accessibility for Sports Fans
Seasonal Phone Booth Activations
Spotify's Q4 is Calling Urges Brands to Start Holiday Advertising
Futuristic Imaginative Design Concepts
Toyota Introduces the Unique E-Collection of Products
Beauty Standard-Redefining Wellness Apps
Activerse.app Debuts a New Wellness Application — Raize
AI Accelerator Programs
Telnyx Aims to Support Startups and Emerging Businesses
Entertainment Industry Expansions
Starbucks Enters the Entertainment Industry as Starbucks Studio
Tech-Driven Sexual Wellness
Experience the Future of Intimacy
AI Beauty Shopping Experiences
Revieve x Google Cloud Launch the Next Gen AI Advisor Series
AI-Assisted Business Ads
Google Workspace's 50 States, 50 Stories Shares Small Businesses Using AI
Retail-Focused AI Blueprints
NVIDIA Will Transform Shopping Experiences Online & in Stores
Novel Fitness Raves
Les Mills and adidas Offered a Ground-Breaking Fitness Rave Event
Influencer-Targeted AI-Powered Tools
Blue Hour Studios and KERV.ai Debut Swell.AI
Mindful Athletic Brand Initiatives
Nike's 'Wellness Collective' Promotes 5 Key Wellness Pillars
Gig Economy Transformations
Uber Launches AI Data Labeling Division with Global Workforce
AI-Powered Innovation Platforms
Mintel Spark Helps Brands with Concept Generation
Immersive Coffee Pop-Ups
Ninja will Host the Ninja Luxe Café 'House of Vibes' Event in NYC
Immersive Entertainment Venues
Netflix Houses Feature Eateries, Experiential Activities & More
Comprehensive Self-Care Events
The Wellness Oasis™ is Running During Miami Art Week 2024
Data-Driven QSR Campaigns
Burger King's BK Unwrapped Reveals Customers' 2024 Ordering Preferences
Comprehensive Wellness-Oriented Fitness Studios
Sweat and Tonic Announces the Launch of REFORMD
AI-Driven Last-Mile Deliveries
The Rounds Predicts When Items Need Replacing with Machine Learning
Restaurant-Focused AI Marketing Platforms
Birdeye Strives to Help Restaurant Increase Engagement
Creativity-Centered Workshops
Gap's Workshop Initiative Empowers Local Makers in San Francisco
Gen Z-Influenced Marketing Campaigns
Kraft Heinz is Studying Gen Z's Preferences with New Launches
AI-Powered Gut Health Companions
Ustwo Unveils Breakthrough Digital Coaching App Sproutiful
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'
Diversity-Focused AI Image Generators
Create Labs Ventures x TONL Enable Authentic Representation
AI-Powered Lifestyle Photography
Nextech3D.AI Introduces New Features for its Ecommerce AI Studio
Music-Inspired Restaurant Recommendations
The Spotify, Amex, Resy Partnership Links Music & Dining
Personalized Wellness Platforms
Wellbuilt Ventures's Precision Health Platform Targets Businesses
Revolutionary Fitness Experiences
Fred Fitness Boasts a Gym with AI-Driven Workouts
Hyper-Personalized AI Campaigns
Tesco's Stronger Starts Uses AI to Recognize Customers by Name
Pioneering Plant-Based Supermarkets
REWE's Venture is Considered a Bold Innovation in the Industry
GenAI TV Ads
ITV's AI-Generated Ad Service Helps New-to-TV Brands Affordably Reach More Audiences
Data-Driven Grocery Deliveries
Burq Last-Mile Delivery is Aiming to Transform Grocery This Year
Generative AI Healthcare Solutions
Light-It Group Debuts a New Chapter — Enlighten Ventures
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
Streaming Service Expansions
Spotify Launched an In-house Creative Agency, Spotify Creative Lab
Longevity-Focused Clubs
Love.Life Provides a One-Stop Immersive Health Experience for Members
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
AI-Powered Digital Transformation Services
InfiniteIQ Consulting Has Redesigned Its Website
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
Healthcare Innovation-Enhancing Platforms
Chiesi Launches 'The Impulse' for Healthcare Innovations
Virtual Sneaker Authentication Services
Real Authentication Has Expanded to the Sneaker Market
Wellness Lifestyle Clubs
The Health Cafe Introduces Social Wellness Programming in Toronto
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
Retail Innovation-Focused Events
Spar International Hosts the Spar Transform Event to Boost Retail
Digital Map AI Enhancements
Google Maps Update Brings AI-Powered Exploration Tools
Creator Economy-Focused Marketplaces
Teespring Marketplace Relaunches Under Parent Company Amaze
AI-Driven Pet Ecosystems
Pet Madness Revolutionizes the Way Pet Owners, Brands & Vets Connect
Comprehensive Health Care Suites
Bright Sits on the Intersection of Technology and Health
Adult Autism-Focused Partnerships
Bionic Bloom & the Neurodivergent Empowerment Institute Partner
Supportive Entrepreneur Communities
Ooutliers Shares Insights From Successful Startups
Virtual Wellness Assistants
EvieAI is Exclusively Trained with Medical Journal Data
Movie Ticketing Company Relaunches
MoviePass Launches 'Dream Bigger' Campaign
Tech-Enhanced Beauty Marketplaces
Fresha Plans to Boost Machine Learning and AI Robotics Abilities
Business Founder Newsletters
The Solo Founder Newsletter Compiles the Top News and Inspiration
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
CPG Goods-Focused Initiatives
Ignite20 Launches CPG VC Fund & Accelerator Program
Brand Photography Marketplaces
VSCO Unveils a New Marketplace for Photographers to Find Work
Startup Networking Platforms
Foundity Connects Founders with Peers, Resources, and AI Tools
Expanded Technology Marketplaces
Best Buy Has Plans to Launch a New Third-Party Marketplace
Redefined AI Dating
Hey AI Disrupts Dating Apps with AI-Powered Matchmaking and Engagement
Crafted Holiday Activations
Loews Hotels & Co will Offer Festive Pop-Ups and Seasonal Sips
AI-Powered Cooking Oil Apps
Sunny and Appetite Creative Partnered on Connected Packaging
Customer-Exclusive Brand Trips
Cocokind is Hosting a Customer Brand Trip to Napa Valley in 2025
Small Business Support Initiatives
Mastercard Awards Ten Female Entrepreneurs with Grants
AI Discovery Hubs
AI Tool Trek Explores AI Tools and Stay Updated on AI Trends
Drop-In Wellness Solutions
Beyond Yoga Launches a New Wellness Pop-Up in New York City
AI Business Pitching
Shark Puddle Allows Entrepreneurs to Test Ideas with AI Sharks for Feedback
Global Digital Marketplaces
Renaissance Hotels' R FINDS Shares Goods from Local Artisans
Sustainable Funding Summits
Emerald Summit Connects Climate Innovators with Impact Investors
AI Ingredient Resource Databases
Turing Labs Inc.'s Platform Stays Up-to-Date with Ingredients
Luxury Adventure Travel Platforms
UNCHARTED Recently Introduced the EVOLVE Multimedia Platform
Early-Stage Brand Programs
Fixer Advisory Group & Academia Cerebra Debut The Founders Program
Beverage-Focused Data Analytics Tools
Fresh Blends Unveils an Upgraded Fresh Blends Cloud Platform
Women-Focused Lifestyle Retail Concepts
MILK MONEY is Expanding Its Boutique Concept to Boston
Innovative Digital Signage
Creative Realities Enhances Fan Engagement & Outcomes with New Signage
Delivery-Oriented AI Tools
Grab Teams Up with OpenAI to Enhance its Automated Offerings
Modern Health-Conscious Product Deevlopment
Hain Celestial Opened Its Innovation Experience Center
Tech-Focused Delivery Expansions
Best Buy is Now Allowing Scheduled Deliveries in Some U.S. States
Cross-Border Startup Pitching Competitions
Seoul Seeks to Ignite Global Startup Collaboration
AI Tool Explorers
BusiAi Offers Access to 40,000+ Tools, Articles, and Daily AI Insights
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™
High-Tech Personalized Wellness Partnerships
ASENSEI and 3DLOOKCollaborate to Enhance Wellness
Startup Growth Strategies
Do Things That Don't Scale Offers Startup Tactics for Growth
Gaming Experience-Enhancing Innovations
Inspired Entertainment, Inc. Debuts New Gaming Innovations
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
Debut Health-Focused Collections
NuSpira Launches a Functional Health Product Line
AI Content Templates
AI Growth Kit Helps Founders Create Engaging Content in Seconds
Food Innovation Business Conferences
SIAL Shanghai 2025 is Running from May 19 to 21, 2025
Resilience-Focused Children's Books
Savvy Suzanna Inspires Young Entrepreneurs with Creativity
Wellness Discovery Platforms
Wellworthy Helps Individuals Navigate the Health and Wellness Market
Beginner Business Wisdom
Beginner Maps Uses Insights From Experts to Help New Businesses Thrive
Career Platform AI Features
LinkedIn Introduces a Slew of AI-Powered Enhancements
Debunking AI Apps
BSBot Helps Publicis Clients Tell the Truth About AI from Fiction at Cannes
Inventive Charity Initiatives
Spark Financial's Annual Charity Initiative is for Autism Awareness
Nutrition Brand Investment Rounds
Squared Circles Plans to Launch Five Brands in the Near Future
Preemptive Startup Evaluations
Vet My Idea Helps Startups Survive with AI Assessments and Ideas
Explorative Entrepreneur Ideas
Hustle Momumtum Invites You to Discover and Launch Side Hustles
Athlete-Inspired Wellness Studios
Do Not Disturb is Set to Open in Ponce City Market, Atlanta
Franchise-Focused AI Search Tools
Delightree Recently Debuted Its AI Search for Franchises
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
Empowering Trader-Focused Campaigns
Vantage Markets Debuts New Phase of Reborn a Trader
AI-Driven Enterprise Application Resources
Nexscient Launches a New Division Called NXNT Labs
Investor Outreach Assistants
Blobfish AI Optimizes Investor Connections With Tailored Outreach
Mental Health Community Engagement
OOt Social Health Recently Launched Its Application