The Tech Tribune staff has compiled the very best tech startups in Arkansas. In doing our research, we considered several factors including but not limited to:

1. Revenue potential
2. Leadership team
3. Brand/product traction
4. Competitive landscape

Additionally, all companies must be independent (unacquired), privately owned, at most 10 years old, and have received at least one round of funding in order to qualify.

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10. AMBOTS

Founded: 2018

“AMBOTS Inc. is commercializing the patent-pending swarm 3D printing and assembly technologies invented by the AM3 Lab in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Arkansas. Originally conceived in 2015 by Dr. Wenchao Zhou, the founder and director of the AM3 Lab, swarm 3D printing and assembly was further developed by teams from both the AM3 Lab and the SiDi Lab directed by Dr. Zhenghui Sha.

This technology aims to automate manufacturing with a swarm of smart and autonomous mobile robots, from everyday products to houses and infrastructures. Just like how a swarm of bees or wasps would work together to build their nests, the swarm of smart mobile robots can work together to print and assemble products based on digital models on demand. AMBOTS stands for Autonomous Mobile roBOTS and Advanced Manufacturing roBOTS.”

9. FR8relay

Founded: 2018

“FR8relay is an Arkansas-based technology company that envisions a more efficient, profitable, equitable, and sustainable trucking logistics ecosystem. We are proud to be supported by the National Science Foundation (NSF), the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and Arkansas Economic Development Commission (AEDC). We are also a resident startup at Tyson Ventures!”

8. Forge Institute

Founded: 2018

Also honored in:

• 2024 Best Tech Startups in Arkansas
• 2023 Best Tech Startups in Arkansas

“At Forge Institute, our mission is to empower our partners with cutting-edge technologies and new capabilities that advance cyber operational objectives and enhance our national security posture.”

7. Sober Sidekick

Founded: 2019

Also honored in: 2024 Best Tech Startups in Arkansas

“Mission: Replace Stigma with Empathy through engagement technology.

Empathy HealthTech powers Sober Sidekick, an app that gamifies peer-to-peer support to form meaningful connections around issues that people are afraid to discuss on every other social platform.

Never Alone. No member has ever posted without receiving support from another member.”

6. BOND.AI

Founded: 2016

Also honored in:

• 2024 Best Tech Startups in Arkansas
• 2023 Best Tech Startups in Arkansas
• 2022 Best Tech Startups in Arkansas
• 2022 Best Tech Startups in Little Rock
• 2021 Best Tech Startups in Arkansas
• 2021 Best Tech Startups in Little Rock
• 2020 Best Tech Startups in Little Rock

“A human-centered AI platform for banking powered by the world’s first EmpathyEngine®.”

5. Ox

Founded: 2019

Also honored in:

• 2024 Best Tech Startups in Arkansas
• 2023 Best Tech Startups in Arkansas
• 2021 Best Tech Startups in Arkansas

“Ox is an enterprise software platform improving frontline productivity through Human-Centered Warehouse Applications. Our patented Operator Experience platform combines Warehouse Execution, Orchestration, and Analytics to optimize operations and empower workers on the floor. By seamlessly integrating with WMS and ERP systems, Ox leverages Artificial Intelligence, Digital Twins, and Hardware to create a dynamic digital environment that guides operators through complex workflows.

From real-time Operational Simulations to seamless AI-powered task management, Ox transforms how warehouses operate by providing intuitive, data-driven tools that streamline processes and elevate decision-making. Our mission is to redefine the relationship between humans and automation, fostering a future where technology enhances and supports the human experience in logistics.

Headquartered in Bentonville, Arkansas, Ox has raised over $16 million in venture funding from leading firms, including MaC Venture Capital, BBG Ventures, and Revolution’s Rise of the Rest Seed Fund. Ox has been featured in Forbes, Business Insider, The Wall Street Journal, and The New York Times.”

4. Panacea Financial

Founded: 2020

“Panacea Financial offers financial services for doctors, by doctors. Doctors and doctors-in-training each occupy a unique financial space: despite the opportunity for success, roadblocks like inadequate cash flow, loan debt, and huge upfront costs limit access. So we’ve built a financial company entirely for doctors and doctors in training – tailoring our financial approach and products specifically for you.

Our specialized suite of financial products give you greater freedom to forge your future with specially tailored loan and checking/savings options.

By reducing financial barriers and burdens, we ensure that all doctors have increased capacity to serve their patients and the population at large.”

3. AcreTrader

Founded: 2018

Also honored in:

• 2023 Best Tech Startups in Arkansas
• 2022 Best Tech Startups in Arkansas
• 2021 Best Tech Startups in Arkansas
• 2020 Best Tech Startups in Arkansas
• 2020 Best Tech Startups in Fayetteville

“AcreTrader was created with a simple mission: provide investors direct access to the highly attractive asset class of farmland investments.

Farmland investments provide an opportunity for high-return potential and low volatility compared to other asset classes. Directly investing in farmland was historically difficult and unattainable for most investors. Until now.

Through a proprietary online investment platform, AcreTrader offers transparency to people wanting to invest in farmland. Additionally, AcreTrader removes the headaches traditionally associated with land ownership by handling all aspects of administration and property management, from insurance and accounting to working with local farmers and improving soil sustainability.”

2. Crisp

Founded: 2016

Also honored in: 2024 Best Tech Startups in Arkansas

“Crisp connects over 6000 CPGs to real-time POS and inventory data from 40+ retailers and distributors, delivering store-level, actionable insights and analytics through BI tools, cloud platforms, interactive dashboards, and more.

Nearly 6,000 CPGs rely on Crisp’s retail data platform for granular sales and supply chain intelligence to grow sales and streamline operations.

Crisp was founded in 2016, with a mission to reduce waste across supply chain while giving brands and retailers the daily data and insights they need to grow their business.”

1. Airtime

Founded: 2020

Also honored in: 2024 Best Tech Startups in Arkansas

“With Airtime’s tools, you’ll look your best and make a better impression whenever you’re on camera.

Airtime Camera is a simple tool for looking great in video meetings. It enables you to quickly style looks that stand out and highlight your brand.

Airtime Creator is a powerful presentation tool that lets you build slides around you. You can record, edit, and share pitch-perfect video presentations with ease.”