Matter Intelligence, a California-based remote sensing startup, has emerged from stealth, unveiling its plans to launch space sensors capable of capturing never-before-seen data about all matter on Earth, from surface to atmosphere.
Matter specializes in advancing sensor infrastructure that captures incredibly detailed, beyond-visible data of both natural and artificial materials – creating the most comprehensive “extreme resolution” Earth observation dataset ever compiled.
This data will power industries and helps AI models better understand and predict real-world events like never before.
The startup has secured $12 million in seed funding led by Lowercarbon Capital, with participation from Toyota Ventures, Pear, Mark Cuban and E2MC.
The funding will accelerate the development of Matter’s sensing infrastructure.
“Matter is pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in Earth observation,” said Co-founder and CEO Vishnu Sridhar.
“We are developing sensors that allow us to understand material makeup at the molecular level – capturing composition, temperature and structure from orbit with sub-meter precision. This is a game changer for industries that rely on detailed, real-time data to make critical decisions.”
Matter’s sensors use hyperspectral imaging, a method that captures thousands of narrow spectral bands of light to distinguish unique material properties. This allows Matter to detect and classify objects and materials that are invisible to traditional optical, radar or multispectral sensors. Matter’s sensors, designed for deployment on satellites, drones and aircraft, will offer the world’s first sub-meter hyperspectral and thermal satellite capability.
