AMBIENT SOCIAL PRESENCE FOR THE REAL WORLD
Nearcast transforms physical presence into private, ephemeral, and monetizable ambient connection infrastructure.
Nearcast Investor Summary
Ambient Social Presence for the Real World
Nearcast is redefining how people connect in physical spaces transforming smartphones into silent signals of availability and intent. Using Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) pulses, Nearcast enables privacy-first, ephemeral interactions between users in venues, events, and co-working spaces. No swipes. No profiles. Just real-time, context-aware connection.
We’re solving a growing problem: social disconnection in environments designed for interaction. From bars to conferences, people struggle to break the ice, while venues miss out on valuable engagement data. Nearcast bridges that gap—creating a seamless, opt-in layer of ambient social presence that respects privacy and unlocks new commercial pathways.
The Technology
Nearcast is built on a proprietary BLE protocol designed for ephemeral, moment-based communication. Users toggle “Pulse Mode” to signal availability. Mutual wave gestures unlock 20-minute chats that self-destruct no history, no trace. The system passively detects nearby pulses, enabling frictionless engagement without compromising user control.
Core pillars include:
Signal Control & Crowd Handling for high-density venues
Contextual Awareness to adapt to location and user intent
Secure Payload & Identity Management for privacy-first design
White-label SDK for seamless integration into third-party apps
Use Cases & Traction
Nearcast has already demonstrated impact across:
Conferences & Meetups: Enabling spontaneous networking
Bars & Restaurants: Driving guest engagement and retention
Co-working Spaces: Facilitating serendipitous collaboration
Pilot studies show strong user interest and venue demand, with early adopters reporting increased dwell time, organic interactions, and actionable engagement data.
Business Model
Nearcast operates across B2B and consumer channels:
Venue Subscriptions: Monthly access to pulse zones and analytics dashboards
White-label SDK Licensing: Integration into event and hospitality apps
Premium Consumer Features: Enhanced range, visibility, and tagging
Referral Rewards Program: Viral growth through incentivized sharing
This multi-tiered model allows for scalable monetization while maintaining user trust and platform integrity.
Funding Requirement
We are seeking $400k in Seed Funding to accelerate product development, expand business development, and scale pilot deployments across Australia and key international markets.
Funds will be allocated toward:
Finalizing iOS and Android builds
Expanding SDK and API portal for venue integration
Launching Vision OS AR zones and monetization tiers
Building strategic partnerships with venues, councils, and event platforms
Investment Style
We are open to:
Equity-based investment with strategic involvement
Convertible notes for early-stage flexibility
Pilot-linked capital tied to venue onboarding and SDK deployment
Investors will gain access to a high-growth, privacy-first platform with clear commercial pathways and cultural relevance. Nearcast is positioned to lead the ambient tech movement where physical presence becomes a signal, and every room becomes an opportunity.