Communications startup VRIFY secures $6-million Series A

Vrify, a mining communications startup, has announced a $6-million Series A raise that the company hopes will drive market expansion and updates to its technology platform.

Mining companies use Vrify’s 3D visualization technology and 360-degree mining site virtual tours to refine communications and help attract and secure investments.

RCF Jolimont Innovation and Beedie Capital led the round, with participation from Tiny. The deal closed in May.

Vrify, which is based in Vancouver, serves over 130 clients across 70 countries, including mineral exploration companies Southern Cross Gold Ltd and Integra Resources, as well as major mining companies Teck and Kinross Gold.