Valkyrie Industries secures investment from ASICS Ventures
The company has secured funding from ASICS Ventures to accelerate the commercial launch of its haptic wearable armbands.
Valkyrie Industries develops virtual reality fitness experiences supported by patented haptics and electrical muscle stimulation technology. Its hardware and software platform allows users to interact physically with digital environments.
Valkyrie Industries has secured investment from ASICS Ventures Corporation to accelerate its commercial growth. The capital will support the market launch of its wearable muscle-based haptic devices known as EIR Armbands.
The company is also partnering with ASICS Corporation to develop virtual training platforms and collaborate on fitness classes. The collaboration aims to integrate sportswear and virtual training content throughout the year.
From the founder
"Collaborating with a renowned sports company like ASICS not only validates our technology but also opens new doors to expand our user base and enhance our product offerings. This partnership allows us to combine our expertise in haptic wearables with ASICS’ knowledge of sports apparel and fitness training to create an even more immersive and effective fitness experience for our users"
Kourosh Atefipour
Co-founder & CEO at Valkyrie Industries
Investor perspective
"We believe that Valkyrie Industries’ technology, which provides accessible, inclusive, and enjoyable sports experiences for everyone, anytime, anywhere, has huge potential,"
Akihiro Mori
President, ASICS Ventures
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Valkyrie Industries
Valkyrie Industries provides virtual reality fitness experiences through haptics technology.