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Ultraleap Limited
Ultraleap builds spatial interaction software and hardware for mid-air haptics and hand tracking; now part of ROLI for music technology.
Ultraleap Limited
Ultraleap was founded to explore human-machine interaction through spatial computing. Its core products include hand-tracking cameras and a haptics development kit that produce tactile feedback in mid-air. The firm operates across two primary technology layers: software SDKs for hand tracking and mid-air haptics, and proprietary hardware such as the Leap Motion Controller 2 and Haptics Development Kit. Ultraleap targets applications in virtual reality, augmented reality, and music. Its Airwave product is a first-of-its-kind musical instrument that uses hand tracking and haptics to enable gestural piano learning. Geographic footprint includes Bristol, UK and Tokyo, Japan. Ultraleap announced in 2024 that it is joining ROLI, a music technology company, to further develop the Airwave platform and realize the potential of music creation through gesture. The partnership integrates Ultraleap's haptics and tracking with ROLI's expertise in musical instruments. The firm differentiates by offering a full stack of hardware and software for mid-air touch, creating a combined solution for developers building immersive experiences in entertainment, education, and training.
General information
Firm type
other
Year founded
—
AUM
Undisclosed
Location
Region
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
City
Bristol
Corporate office
Bristol, United Kingdom
Additional offices
Tokyo, Japan
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at Ultraleap?
Ultraleap is a technology company, not an investment firm. Its leadership team is not publicly listed on the website. For corporate decisions, the firm is joining ROLI, so ROLI's management will oversee strategic direction.
How does Ultraleap source proprietary technology?
Ultraleap develops its core technologies in-house: hand-tracking software using machine learning workflows and mid-air haptics that create tactile sensations via ultrasound. Its SDKs and hardware products are built by the company's own engineering team.
Is Ultraleap structured as a family office or an operating company?
Ultraleap is an operating company that develops and sells software and hardware products. It is not a family office, asset manager, or investment vehicle. It was founded as a technology start-up and recently integrated with ROLI.
Does Ultraleap participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?
Ultraleap is not an investment firm. It does not engage in fund commitments or direct investments. Its business model is selling products and licensing software.
What investment stages does Ultraleap typically target?
Ultraleap does not target investment stages. It is a product development company. If considering partnership or acquisition, the recent joining with ROLI represents a stage of consolidation.
Which sectors does Ultraleap explicitly avoid?
Ultraleap has not publicly stated sectors it avoids. Its focus is on spatial interaction and haptics for consumer and enterprise use cases.
How is Ultraleap related to ROLI?
Ultraleap is joining ROLI, a music technology company known for its Seaboard and other instruments. The integration aims to commercialize Airwave, Ultraleap's gestural music learning product.
Where does the underlying wealth come from?
Ultraleap does not disclose ownership or wealth origin. It is privately held and does not publish investor information.
Does Ultraleap maintain philanthropic structures, and how are they separated?
Ultraleap does not publicly report any philanthropic structures. All activities are product-related.
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