Nexa Labs
Implantable microchips and AI for cattle monitoring
Y CombinatorSummer 2025AcquiredIndustrialsAgricultureLivestock HealthMedical DevicesAgricultureAI
What they do
Problem
Cattle farmers lack timely, accurate health and location data to prevent disease, optimize reproduction, and reduce losses.
Solution
Implantable microchips collect cattle biometrics and feed an AI engine that provides early disease detection, reproductive insights, and GPS tracking.
Who it's for
Cattle farmers and ranch operators use it to monitor herd health and performance.
Founders
Zarif Azher
Founder
Previously built medical devices, biosensors, and AI for healthcare. Now building microchips for cattle monitoring!
Kenneth Chan
Founder
Prev @ Caltech. Now building the future of livestock health monitoring.
Company timeline
- Founded2025
- YC batchSummer 2025
- StatusAcquired
- Team size3 people
- LocationSan Francisco, CA, USA
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