4. Layer3 TV

Layer3 TV is a next generation cable provider spearheading a new era of home media, combining the best of television, social, and digital life. Founded in 2013 by cable veterans Dave Fellows and Jeff Binder, the company is located in Boston, Mass.

Layer3 TV is backed by some of the most respected names in private equity, venture capital and entertainment and has successfully raised $21 million from Evolution Media Growth Partners, Genovation Capital, and Northbridge Equity Partners.

5. Jet.com

Jet.com is a New York e-commerce startup cofounded by Marc Lore, the former CEO of Diapers.com. Jet.com is the first major evolution in online shopping and will be launched by 2015.

So far Jet.com has raised a bulky amount of $80 million from Accel Partners, Bain Capital, MentorTech, New Enterprise Associates, and Silicon Valley Bank.

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