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Published Tue, Nov 12 20197:58 AM ESTUpdated Wed, Nov 13 201910:21 AM EST

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Founders: Alex Shah (CEO), Katie Flannery
Launched: 2017
Headquarters: Boston
Industries: Enterprise technology, consumer goods

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Solo Sciences' desktop and mobile app interfaces

solo sciences

solo sciences patented a digital trust mark that can be stamped on consumer packaged goods to help brands and governments protect consumers from counterfeit products. The company specializes in authenticating cannabis products, where counterfeiting is a massive issue. It also has plans to expand into apparel and other retail sectors.