Familiar industries are getting an upgrade courtesy of the top September 2021 new ventures, which include concepts like digital-only fashion retailers, NFT movie premieres and ghost kitchens. Woven throughout these ideas, themes like artificial intelligence and the metaverse, cryptocurrency and digital assets are prevalent.
Some of the ways that artificial intelligence is being relied on includes the creation of consumer products such as custom-fitted pairs of denim and skincare serums, and these companies are not only focused on personalization but delivering these solutions to consumers rapidly.
To support the future of the metaverse, companies are focused on making content more efficient and accessible. A standout example of this is the Highstreet virtual-reality-meets-crypto metaverse for retail trading powered by the blockchain, with different islands for customers to purchase phygital products sold as NFTs.
Top 55 New Ventures Trends in September
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Autonomous Indoor Farming Drones
Aerofarms Teams Up With Nokia Bell Labs to Develop New Ag Tech
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Digital-Only Fashion Retailers
DressX Launches App That Lets Shoppers Try-On Virtual 3D Clothes
53
Text-Based Therapy Apps
K Health Expands into the Mental Health Space by Acquiring Trusst
52
Canadian-Owned Online Baby Stores
Fox + Cove is an Elevated Online Baby Apparel Store
51
Instant Cash Resale Apps
Twig Lets Users Instantly Turn Their Used Things Into Cash
50
Playful Greengrocer Pop-Ups
Anya Hindmarch Launches Local Grocery Shop Called 'Anya’s Fruit & Veg'
49
Exclusive Superhero NFTs
Marvel Launches First-Ever Spider-Man NFT Collectibles
48
Grab-And-Go Café Initiatives
Farmer's Fridge Has Partnered with Dunkin' in a New Pilot Program
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Commerce-Oriented Metaverses
HTC-Backed Highstreet Secures Funding For Retail-Focused Metaverse
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E-Commerce-Backed NFT Platforms
Alibaba Launches Digital Art Marketplace Called 'Alibaba Auction'
45
Metaverse-Focused Startups
TetaVi Rasises $20 Million to Develop Accessible Computer Vision Tech
44
Curated Food Delivery Platforms
'Foxtrot Anywhere' is a Delivery Service Favoring Local Businesses
43
Chic Upcycled Mask Designs
Onzie's Mindful Masks are Performance-Driven and Locally Made
42
Collaborative Recycling Initiatives
Procter & Gamble Announced Its New Recycling Pledge
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Specialized Virtual Marketing Startups
COGENT360 Rebrands and Expands Its 360 VR Platform
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Dynamic Tech Repair Services
Likewize Disrupts the Tech Protection Industry with its New Model
39
NFT Movie Premiers
VUELE Set To Release New Anthony Hopkins Film Exclusively on Its NFT Platform
38
Non-Toxic Product Stores
The 0% Toxicity Store Provides Toxic-Free Healthy Everyday Products
37
Affordable Gym Center Expansions
Planet Fitness Announces Plans to Expand to Mexico
36
Bespoke AI-Designed Jeans
Unspun Uses Fit Technology To Create Custom-Fitted Jeans
35
Mobile Auto Repair Services
RepairSmith Sends Certified Mechanics Right To Drivers Homes
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Blockchain-Based Metaverse Casinos
Atari Set to Launch Interactive Crypto Arcade in Decentraland
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Alcohol Delivery Service
7-Eleven Has Partnered with Minibar Delivery in a Alcohol Delivery Pilot
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AR-Enabled Tech Repair Solutions
Vuzix and TechSee Partner to Deliver Eyewear Tool for Technicians
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Carbon-Farming Platforms
Growmark Announced its Initiative That Simplifies Carbon Trading
30
Fast Fashion Resale Platforms
H&M Rewear Exclusively Available to Canadians
29
Bespoke AI-Based Serums
Openface is an AI-Powered Personalized D2C Skincare Solution
28
NFT-Based Gaming Initiatives
Refinable's New Program Will Support Play-To-Earn Video Game Movement
27
Virtual Movie Ad Experiences
Metamedia Joins Super 78 and Howie Mandel to Launch 'Magic Screen'
26
Exclusive Fashion Pre-Order Sites
Farfetch Now Lets Shoppers Secure the Most Desired Fashion Items
25
Sustainable Electricity Sources
IKEA Recently Launched a New Renewable Energy Service
24
Fast-Food Delivery-Only Kitchens
Wendy's Announced Plans to Open 700 Delivery-Only Kitchens
23
Plant-Based Breakfast Snacks
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf Launches a Menu with Meat-Free Options
22
Decentralized Social Media Initiatives
Twitter Announces the Launch of 'Bluesky' Crypto Venture
21
Hybrid TV Platforms
Elisa Releases Next-Generation TV Service Built For Mixed Viewing Habits
20
Mini Metaverse Companies
Nextech Set to Aquire Spatial Computing Company 'ARway'
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Customer-Friendly Recycling Initiatives
Bulldog Skincare Makes Returning Old Products Effortless
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Third-Party IT Solutions Software
Teamviewer Partners with Jamf to Help Clients Fix Apple Devices
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Alternative Streaming Platforms
Electric Entertainment Launches OTT Service for Vizio Smart TVs
16
Automated Micro-Investing Apps
The 'Roundups' App Helps Indian Consumers Get Started In Investing
15
Premium Skincare Acquisitions
StriVectin's Products Will Become Part of Crown Laboratories' Range
14
Blockchain-Based Comic Book Platforms
Method Man Launches Crypto Comic Universe 'Tical World'
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Crypto-Forward Movie Theatres
AMC Set to Accept Bitcoin for Movie Tickets and Concessions
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VR-Focused Commerce Platforms
Boson Protocol Turns to the Metaverse with the Launch of 'Portal'
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Community-Based NFT Auction Platforms
RARA.social Introduces New 'Like-To-Earn' Crypto Experience
10
Industry-Leading Cultured Meats
Upside Foods Partners with a Chef to Debut Its Cell-Based Chicken
9
Blockchain-Based Film Platforms
Filmio Looks to Democratize the Film Industry With New Tech
8
Live Streaming Tipping Services
Streamlabs Has Introduced a New Sustainable Revenue Model
7
Streamer-Developed Gaming Apps
Netflix Gaming Has Launched in Poland for All Android Users
6
Small-Business Support Services
Walmart Launches a Delivery Service to Hep Local Businesses Grow
5
Drugstore Delivery Services
Boots Partners with Deliveroo in a New On-Demand Delivery Pilot
4
Carbon-Negative Insoles
These Insoles are Eco Alternative to Petroleum-Based Foams and Plastics
3
Musician-Targeted Neobanks
Nerve Launched a Digital Bank For Recording Artists
2
Real-Time Digital Payment Platforms
JP Morgan Launches New Payments Product 'Request for Pay'
1
Building Monitoring Apps
Schweiss Doors Launches a New App That Lets Users Monitor Their Buildings
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Virtual Fashion Contests
Bratz and ZEPETO Launch a Four-Week Avatar Styling Challenge
Fashion-Focused AI Production Studios
Vyking Debuts an AI-Driven Content Creation Module
Automated Retail Concepts
VenHub Smart Stores Use Ai & Robotics to Redefine a Shopping Experience
AI Virtual Fitting Rooms
Perfect Corp. is Bringing a Try-On Experience to Fashion Forward Week
Interactive AI Storytelling Platforms
Character.AI Introduced Books Mode
Purpose-Built Intelligence Platforms
Shoptelligence Debuts the ShopLab AI and ShopLaunch AI Tools
Hyper-Personalized AI Shopping Tech
OTB Group Embraces Hyper-Personalization with Google Cloud
AI-Driven Shoppable Catwalks
Topshop and THG Studios are Hosting a Next-Gen Fashion Experience
AI-Powered Fashion-Focused Digital Platforms
Makalot & Meta Intelligence Spotlight StyTrix
AI Training Marketplaces
LinkedIn Tests Platforms Paying Experts to Train AI
Fashion-Branded Café Experiences
Vogue Blends Retail with Immersive Hospitality Spaces
Dynamic Scent-Inspired Fashion Presentations
Startup Fashion Week 2026 Concluded Its Program
Virtual Footwear Try-Ons
Google's AI-Powered Try-On Tech Helps with Online Shoe Shopping
Social AI Video Lenses
Snapchat Brings Photo-To-Video AI to Lens Studio
Live Social Shopping Expansions
QVC® Announces New Brands That Will Join Its Roster in 2026
Generative AI Retail Strategies
Kroger & Google Cloud Enhance Growth and Personalization
AI-Generated Fashion Week Content
Miami Fashion Week Willl Make Use of AI-Generated Content
AI Health Platforms
CVS Health Unveils AI-Native Consumer Engagement Ecosystem
AI-Powered 3D Avatars
AVATAi's Platform Creates Customizable Digital Brand Ambassadors
AI Startup Resources
AI Startup Offers 400+ Curated Tools and Guides for Founders
Experiential Brand Stores
New Era Creates Interactive Retail Space With Custom Cap Design
AI Retail Forecasts
Experts Outline how AI will Reshape Commerce By 2026
AI Language Learning Metaverses
Lingocity Helps Kids Learn Through Custom, Gamified Experiences
Virtual Fashion Studios
CostumePlay AI Lets You Try On Clothes Virtually And Explore Styles
Virtual Styling Tools
TryMe AI Lets Users Preview Outfits And Track Style Choices
Virtual Live-TV Experiences
DIRECTV Launches Its DIRECTV on Meta Quest Viewing
GenAI Style Visualizers
Stitch Fix Vision Creates Personalized, Shoppable Outfits
GenAI Fashion Try-Ons
Perfect Corp. Fashion APIs Help Shoppers Visualize Scarves, Hats & More
AI-Powered Shoppable Runways
Topshop and THG Studios Hosted a Front Row AI Experience
Comprehensive Fast Food Reports
Yum! Brands, Inc. Explores Food Trends Influencing the Industry
Renaissance-Inspired Curated Beauty Marketplaces
Rennaï Has Launched an E-Commerce Website
Virtual Clothing Tools
Virtual Try On Generates Realistic Clothing Images For Marketing And Social
AI Sandbox Simulations
Fenris Creations Partners with Google DeepMind on Virtual World AI Research
Luxury Sector-Focused AIs
Balenciaga & Intelo.ai Deliver Collaborative Intelligence Agent Network
AI Beauty Apps
Refresh App Combines Hair, Makeup and Styling in One AI Platform
Digital Well-Being Updates
Tiktok Adds Mindfulness Tools and User Controls Over Ai Content
Art-Tech Zine Collaborations
twentynine zine Turns AI Nostalgia to Art Using Yoga 9i Aura Edition
AI Virtual Try-Ons
Wear AI Lets Users Try On Clothing Using AI And Personal Photos
AI-Powered VR Toolkits
Meta's Agentic Workflow for IWSDK Democratizes WebXR Development
AI Agent Booking Systems
Fresha, Which Operates in Beauty & Wellness, Signals the Prevalence of AI
Anti-Algorithm Social Platforms
Buzzfeed’s Branch Office Creates Interactive AI-Powered Apps
Automated Venture Building Platforms
OpenAI Introduced the Startup-in-a-Box Proposal
Conversational Web Discovery
Google Added Generative AI Features to Modernize Online Search
Next-Gen Consumer Goods Technologies
Unilever and Google Cloud Partner to Produce Strong Products
AI News Aggregators
AI Brief Provides Curated Daily Updates On Artificial Intelligence
Emotionally Intelligent Retailer Platforms
JK Tech Spotlights Its Artificial Intelligence Platform
AI-Centric Publication Podcasts
VentureBeat Announced a New AI Podcast Alongside its Research
AI Wardrobe Systems
Vêtir Unites What Clients Already Own and What They Desire
Social-First Retail Commerce
Shoezone expands TikTok Shop through creator-led shopping
Personalized AI Shopping Features
Meta Launches Meta AI Shopping Research Experimental Tool
AI-Powered Retail Platforms
Target Introduced a Mobile App Rebuild with AI Coding Companions
Blockchain-Native AI Economies
Splendor Labs Creates Decentralized Economic System for AI
AI Marketing Features
Adweek Introduced Its Agentic AI Insights With ADWEEK Possible House Chat
AI-Centric Brand Campaigns
Openai Rolls Out ChatGPT’s First Major Brand Campaign
AI-Enhanced World Models
Runway Unveils GWM-1 World Model For Physical Simulation
Agentic Shopping Assistants
Meta Launches Its Hatch AI Agent
AI-Powered Fashion Photography Platforms
BetterStudio Protects Talent & Transforms Brand Imagery
Digital Game Distribution Platforms
Sony Innovation Fund & London Venture Partners Support VaultN
Video-Centric World Models
Runway Launches Its First World Model
Science-Backed Adventure Collaborations
Toyota, AllGear Digital & Immersion Neuroscience Partner
Emotional Intelligence-Focused AI Solutions
OVOMIND Enhances Immersive Experiences
AI-Powered Digital Twin Manufacturing
Unilever Scales AI Factory Replicas to Improve Efficiency
Virtual Styling Tools
Outfits AI Lets Users Explore Endless Outfit Possibilities Instantly
AI Brand Transitions
Allbirds Shifts into AI Compute Infrastructure with Its $50M Deal
AI Robotics Accelerators
Google DeepMind Backs 15 European Robotics Startups with AI Tools
Infrastructure Cost Platforms
AI Cost Management Startup PointFive Raises $60M in Series B Funding
Physical AI Fashion Shows
Mach33 Spotlighted Outfits for Humanoids
Future Tech Blogs
Next Horizon Covers AI, Space, Biotechnology And Emerging Technologies
AI-Created Video Feeds
Meta Introduces Vibes as a Social Platform Driven by AI-Generated Posts
Multi-Revenue Fashion Platforms
Rent the Runway expands into resale, ads and cleaning services
AI-Powered Shopping Ecosystems
Wayfair Partnered With Google on AI Commerce Infrastructure
Curated Resale Storefronts
eBay's The NYC Edit Storefront Shares Tastemaker Selections
Tech-Enhanced Content Platforms
Perfect Corp's YouCam App Suite Taps AI, AR & Agentic Innovation
AI Product Strategy Platforms
Rocket Launches Rocket 1.0 as a Strategy Engine
Marketing Simulation Tools
Novela AI Marketing Simulation Trains AI Collaboration And Strategy
Embedded Marketing AI Assistants
Meta AI Optimizes Campaigns and Resolves Ad Issues in Real Time
Expanded Tech Marketplaces
Best Buy Unveils a Digital Marketplace with New Possibilities
Local Multimodal AI Models
Google Introduces Laptop-Ready AI with Native Audio and Vision
AI Strategy Platforms
Deep Innovation Provides AI Business Strategy and Opportunity Analysis
AI Deal Platform Investments
Mosaic Raised $18M to Scale Its Mosaic AI Deal Modeling Platform
Personalized Neuroaesthetic Experiences
113 Spring's Emergence Service Supports Creative Expansion
AI-Native Beauty Commerce
L'Oréal Brings Virtual Try-Ons and Product Discovery into ChatGPT
Virtual Outfit Try-Ons
Wardrobe AI Lets Users Virtually Try On Clothes With Photorealistic Results
Agentic Shopping Platforms
Hey Savi Uses AI to Search, Compare and Buy Fashion
AI-Backed Advertising Creative Systems
Strati.ai Expands Beyond Video Generation
Virtual Hairstyle Previews
AI HairstyleApp Lets Users Preview Hairstyles Before Visiting The Salon
Agency Vibe-Coding Platforms
Havas' 'Brand Insights AI' Is a Claude-Powered GEO Product
AI Startup Finance Platforms
Xendoo and Techstars Expanded Automated Founder Accounting
Agent-Optimized Internet Features
aron Levie Introduced Agent-Focused Software
AI Market Insights
Byte AI Helps Analyze Stock Trends With AI-Driven Insights
AI Shopping Search Tools
Vibe Shopping Uses AI To Identify Products From TikTok And Video Content
Social Engagement Platforms
Sociable AI Predicts Viral Posts And Generates Brand Aligned Comments
Agentic Retail Platforms
Levi Strauss And Microsoft Develop Unified AI Super Agent
Parental AI Insights Features
Meta Launches Its Insights Tab For Meta AI
Restaurant Texting Order Platforms
Kea AI Text AI Lets Users Ask Questions, Place Orders and More
Attention Economy Agencies
VaynerX Launches Tamara Group to Drive Social-First Brand Relevance
Enterprise AI Centre Launches
Omantel Introduced Its AI Centre of Excellence
AI Investment Reporting Platforms
InvestSuite Launched StoryTeller for Modern Portfolio Reporting
AI Application Enhancements
Google Cloud Updated Vertex AI with New Features
Real-Time Reputation Platforms
Omniscient Launches an AI Analyst Platform
Conversational Video Discovery
Youtube Introduces AI-Powered Search with Interactive Responses
Expanded Visual Search Features
Amazon Unveiled Its Visual Search Capabilities in Shopping App
Ocean Intelligence Platforms
BlueTech Startups Develop AI-Powered Marine Data Solutions
Prescriptive VR Therapy Platforms
VA Rolls Out Mynd Immersive MyndXR Across 45 Centers
AI-Driven Science Funds
Breakout Ventures Closes Fund III at $114 Million
Industry-Advancing AI-Powered Innovation Tools
3M is Presenting a Suite of Tech Advancements
AI Beauty Marketing Platforms
Coty Uses Pencil to Scale AI-Generated Campaigns
AI Launch Pad Programs
NYC Economic Development Corporation Partners with Lightspeed
Enterprise-Level Lifestyle Intelligence Platforms
January AI Boasts a New Enterprise-Level Service
AI Industry Newsletters
Artificially Boosted Explains Practical AI Applications And Trends
AI News Intelligence
NewsMentor Turns News into Proactive, Personalized Insights
Retail AI Assistants
Retail AI Council Develops AI Tailored to Industry-Specific Needs
AI-Powered Contactless Monitors
injewelme Unveiled Its DeepHealthVision With Camera-Based Vitals
AI-Powered Ventures
LeanAI Ventures Builds AI-Driven MVPs In Under Two Days
Conversational Streaming Apps
Tubi Launches a ChatGPT App for Easier Content Discovery
Celebrity-Supported Smart Glasses Campaigns
Ray-Ban and Meta Tap Doja Cat and Teyana Taylor
Satirical News Platforms
AI Satire News Transforms Real-Time Updates Into Humorous Content
Virtual Styling Tools
Alta Partners with Public School for Embedded Avatar Try-Ons
Retail-Style Hotel Commerce
Aven Hospitality Embeds E-Commerce Features into Hotel Journeys
AI Agent Marketplaces
Vantedge AI Simplifies AI Adoption And Distribution For Investors
Tokenized Real Estate Investments
Headway NOVA Lets You Invest in Accessible Dubai Real Estate
AI Marketing Tools
21 Free AI Marketing Tools Helps Founders Complete Marketing Tasks Faster
Balanced Venture Bets
Nexus Venture Partners Splits $700M Fund Between AI and India Startups
AI Kitchen Design Platforms
3D Cloud Introduces Conversational Tools for Custom Kitchen Planning
Vertical AI Platforms
SymphonyAI Advances Domain Specific GenAI With Open Models
AI-Powered Superapps
Grab Introduces AI Features That Simplify Decisions and Automate Daily Tasks
AI Venture Studios
Making Science Recently Debuted AWAKE Venture Studio
AI Adoption Insights
The 2025 State Of AI Development Reveals Key Industry Trends
Founder Networking Platforms
Founders Match Uses AI And Analysis To Improve Co-Founder Discovery
AI Roadmapping Tools
Eververse Uses AI To Streamline Product Strategy And Planning
Emotionally Aware AI Avatars
Gemini Audio Powers Real-Time Voice Interactions
Digital Mental Cares
Wellness AI Delivers Personalized AI Therapy And Custom Meditations
Creative Ideation Tools
Maqnet AI Generates Fresh Content Ideas For Campaigns And Creators
Digital Sharing Platforms
Venture Vault Enables Innovators to Share Ideas and Collaborate
AI-Powered Animation Tools
Facebook Adds AI-Powered Animation And Restyle Tools
AI Leasing Accelerator Programs
RET Ventures Launches RET Ventures AI Accelerator Program
AI Startup Validation Tools
Ideascan AI Helps Founders Test Demand Before Building
Startup Insight Platforms
App Stacks Reveals App Stories, Tech Stacks, And Builder Insights
AI-Native Commerce Platforms
VTEX Introduced the AI-Native Commerce Suite for AI Adoption
AI Modeling Platforms
Digital Twin Enables AI-Driven Modelling For Human Potential Systems