MoviePass

Founders: Stacy Spikes and Hamet Watts

It is a MoviePass which is essentially a Netflix for movies playing in theaters. Users pay a monthly fee, about $30 per month, to reserve tickets on the app and then load them on pre-paid card to swipe at the theater's kiosk.

Its importance: Movie-going is increasingly becoming more expensive. For those who frequently attend movies, MoviePass can save them a ton of money. It's also useful for theaters that have a hard time filling seats.

Amiigo

Founder: David Scott

It is a wearable wristband and shoe sensor that track movements, measure heart rate and blood oxygen levels, and even match that data with the activity you're doing.

Its important: Amiigo's technology allows it to differentiate between activities like swimming, running, and biking. That means you can get detailed feedback via the mobile app and better modify your workouts.

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