Kernel
PrivateLast Round
Series C
Jul 9, 2020
Total Funding Raised
$153M
Company Overview
Kernel operates in Healthcare & Life Sciences and is based in Los Angeles, California. Its latest recorded funding round was a Series C round in July 2020.
Kernel is a neurotechnology company that develops non-invasive wearable devices for measuring brain activity to advance brain health diagnostics, treatments, and research.
Sector
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Verticals
Medical Devices, Biotech Equipment, Healthcare Analytics
Business Model
B2B
Customer Profile
Hardware + Subscription, Hardware Sales
AI Layer
Infrastructure
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Kernel Comparables
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| Artinis Medical Systems | 83% | |
| Gowerlabs | 81% | |
| OBELAB | 81% |
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Kernel Funding Rounds
Historical fundraising activity
| Round | Date | Amount Raised | Valuation | Investors | Sources |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Series C | Jul 9, 2020 | ||||
| Seed | Oct 20, 2016 |
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Key People
Founding team and executive leadership
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Kernel Investors
Notable investors and investment history
| Investor | Rounds |
|---|---|
| Tiny Blue Dot Foundation | Series C |
| Khosla Ventures | Series C |
| General Catalyst | Series C |
| Eldridge Industries | Series C |
| Manta Ray Ventures | Series C |
| Eldridge | Series C |
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- Jul 7, 2025
Jituboh steps down to join Kernel as Head of Engineering.
- Jul 7, 2025
Jituboh joins as Head of Engineering, previously at Okra.
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Kernel Filings
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Is Kernel a public or private company?
Kernel is a private company.
What is the current stock price of Kernel?
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How much is Kernel worth (valuation)?
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Can I buy Kernel stock?
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When was Kernel's last funding round?
Kernel's most recent funding round was Series C on July 9, 2020.
Who are the main investors in Kernel?
Key investors in Kernel include General Catalyst.
Will Kernel IPO soon?
No public IPO plans have been announced for Kernel.
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