Originally aired on November 13, 2023

Meet the Drapers Season 6 Episode 4 features pitches from innovative startups at Web Summit in Portugal. Former US Treasurer Rosa Gumataotao Rios joins the Draper family as a guest judge.

Musiversal provides unlimited music collaboration sessions with top musicians through a subscription platform. Kumulus makes drinking water from air using solar power. Yamgo pays users crypto rewards for online actions. Zealpay identifies retail customers at checkout via POS integration. My-Money is a biometric, device-free payment system. Judges select one company to advance.

What unique solution does Zealpay offer retailers?

• Zealpay’s middleware identifies customers at checkout via POS terminals
• Integrates loyalty programs to recognize returning vs new shoppers
• Uses AI to predict customer purchase patterns

What does Musiversal aim to make more accessible?

• Music production and collaboration
• Pairs users with professional musicians
• Platform features artist profiles and samples
• Monthly subscription for unlimited sessions

How does Kumulus extract drinking water?

• Solar-powered machine condenses moisture from air
• Uses cold plates to collect humidity like dew
• Produces 30 liters of water per day
• Costs $100/month over 2-3 year payback

What benefits does Yamgo offer consumers?

• Pays crypto rewards for online actions
• Clicks, downloads, purchases earn Yamgo tokens
• Uses blockchain for rewards program
• Aims to share data revenue with users

What problem does My-Money address?

• Biometric payment system uses fingerprint
• Patented technology needs no phone or wallet
• Fraud protection certified by the FIDO Alliance
• Partnerships with payment terminal providers

What feedback did judges give entrepreneurs?

• Concerns about competition, bank cooperation
• Wanted to meet startup founders directly
• Questioned market size and business models
• Complimented diversity and social impact