What FUZE Technology does

FUZE Technology Inc. is a Los Angeles-based IoT company, founded in 2019, that operates the chargeFUZE portable device-charging network and the adFUZE digital out-of-home (DOOH) advertising platform under a unified hardware-plus-software model. chargeFUZE deploys IoT-enabled kiosks at live events, stadiums and arenas, hospitality venues, retail malls, healthcare facilities, and university campuses, allowing consumers to rent portable power banks with built-in Lightning, USB-C, and Micro-USB connectors via a mobile app, QR code, or POS terminal. adFUZE monetizes digital signage attached to those stations through direct, programmatic, and sponsorship advertising, integrated with DOOH SSPs including Hivestack, Vistar Media, Broadsign, Place Exchange, and AdXcelerant.

The company generates revenue through three primary streams: time-based and flat-rate portable charger rentals (usage-based), DOOH advertising sold directly to brands and programmatically (advertising), and most recently the Member Benefit platform (February 2026), which extends banking, telecom, and travel loyalty programs into live-event charging perks on a subscription/recurring basis. Distribution operates through direct enterprise venue deployment (300+ stadiums and arenas, 200+ annual events, 40+ US states, 7 countries per company claims), a distributor/franchise program for third-party network operators, and a consumer-facing mobile app on iOS and Android.

FUZE closed an $11.5 million Series A in June 2024 led by Beverly Pacific with participation from 14 strategic investors including Bain Capital Ventures, Live Nation, Simon Ventures, ASM Global, Haslam Sports Group, and Palm Tree Crew, and acquired competitor MobileQubes in October 2023. Marquee venue and event partners include Resorts World Las Vegas, Circuit of the Americas, AEG, MGM Resorts, MSG, Merlin Entertainments, Insomniac/EDC, Lollapalooza, US Open, and Formula 1, alongside financial brand integrations with Chase. Headcount is in the 51-100 range; leadership includes Co-Founder and Co-CEO Brandon Afari, Co-Founder and President Ryan Levy, CFO Beck Parker, and Marketing Manager Morgan Rucker.

Name

FUZE Technology

Legal name

Fuze Technology Inc.

Website

https://chargefuze.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2019

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

FUZE Technology operates the chargeFUZE IoT portable-charging kiosk network and the adFUZE digital out-of-home advertising platform, deploying connected charging stations and screens at stadiums, festivals, hospitality venues, malls, healthcare facilities, and universities across 40+ US states and 7 countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Mobile Charging Services

NAICS

Current-Carrying Wiring Device Manufacturing (335931), Consumer Electronics and Appliances Rental (532210)

SIC

Computer Communications Equipment (3576), Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585)

akta.pro primary industry

Power Banks & Portable Power (Battery Packs, MagSafe Packs) (CRACATAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Unattended & Self-Service Payments (Kiosks, Vending, Parking, EV Charging) (FSAMADAE)

Keywords

• Portable device charging
• Digital out-of-home advertising
• IoT charging kiosks
• Mobile charging network
• Event charging services

Headquarters

HQ city

Los Angeles

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Personnel

Revenue model

1. Portable Charger Rentals (chargeFUZE): Time-based rental of portable power banks from kiosk stations. Users rent chargers at kiosks and are charged for rental duration. Return anywhere in the network. Late fees apply for chargers returned past the rental window. Pricing displayed at point of initiation; time-based and flat-rate models both referenced. A pre-authorization hold is placed at rental start.
2. DOOH Advertising (adFUZE): Digital Out-of-Home advertising sold directly to brands and programmatically through SSP integrations. Revenue from direct audience engagement campaigns, programmatic ad placements, and sponsorship of charging stations or events. Advertisers can target across 67 top DMAs with verified monthly impressions and 300+ audience sub-categories.
3. Member Benefit / Loyalty Platform: Platform enabling banking, telecom, and travel brands to offer charging perks as part of their loyalty programs at events. FUZE collects data through charging interactions and offers branded experiences, monetizing through partnership fees and data insights.
4. Series A Equity Financing: Venture capital funding round led by Beverly Pacific with strategic investor participation. Raised $11.5 million to support global expansion and product innovation in IoT hardware and software.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

FUZE Technology operates a network of IoT-enabled portable charging kiosks (chargeFUZE) deployed at events, venues, stadiums, arenas, hospitality locations, universities, and healthcare facilities. Users rent portable power banks via QR code, POS terminal, or mobile app and return them to any station in the network. The hardware network is paired with adFUZE, a Digital Out-of-Home (DOOH) advertising platform that monetizes the captive audience at charging stations through direct, programmatic, and sponsorship campaigns, and with Member Benefit, a loyalty platform integrating charging perks into banking, telecom, and travel programs at live events.

Product overview

FUZE Technology operates a dual-product IoT platform consisting of chargeFUZE (a portable mobile device charging network with kiosks deployed across events, venues, campuses, and healthcare) and adFUZE (a Digital Out-of-Home advertising platform that leverages the charging hardware for engagement-based ad delivery). The chargeFUZE network serves as the primary distribution channel, while adFUZE monetizes the captive audience through programmatic advertising and sponsorships. An additional module, Member Benefit, extends loyalty programs into live events across banking, telecom, and travel industries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• chargeFUZE: The company's flagship mobile phone charging network offering portable device rentals from kiosks at venues, events, businesses, and campuses
• adFUZE

Products and services

• chargeFUZE Portable mobile phone charging network operating kiosks that dispense portable power banks with built-in Lightning, USB-C, and Micro-USB cables. Users rent via QR code, POS, or mobile app and return to any station in the network. Deployed at 300+ stadiums/arenas and 200+ annual events across 40+ US states and 7 countries.
• adFUZE Digital Out-of-Home advertising platform that uses chargeFUZE kiosks' digital screens to deliver direct, programmatic, and sponsorship campaigns to captive audiences in high-traffic venues. Supports 300+ audience sub-categories for advanced targeting and integrates with SSPs including Hivestack, Vistar Media, Broadsign, Place Exchange, and AdXcelerant.
• Member Benefit Loyalty platform that expands banking, telecom, and travel rewards programs into on-site charging experiences and perks at live events, collecting first-party data through charging interactions and monetizing via partnership fees.

Quantifiable outcome

• 74% of college students feel unsafe walking home in the dark; 75% rely on phone-based safety measures — campus charging addresses a documented safety gap
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers20 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

AI capability1 record

Feature9 records

Partnerships

44 partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, major, core and minor.

• Merlin EntertainmentsflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 April 2025Landmark global partnership announced April 2025. FUZE Technology will introduce chargeFUZE mobile charging stations and adFUZE DOOH advertising screens across Merlin's global portfolio of entertainment attractions worldwide. The collaboration aims to elevate guest experience while creating new brand engagement opportunities through strategically placed digital advertising.
• ChasemajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 20 November 2024Chase card members receive free charging as a member benefit at major events including Outside Lands (OSL), Lollapalooza, US Open, and more. FUZE provides the charging infrastructure while Chase offers its card members complimentary access as a loyalty perk. The partnership creates a new sponsorship and member benefit category for both brands.
• Palm Tree CrewmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 October 2024Strategic partnership to elevate global hospitality and entertainment experiences. FUZE provides charging and adFUZE advertising integration for Palm Tree Crew's global events. The partnership includes VIP festival ticket giveaways and co-branded activations. Palm Tree Crew is a global hospitality and entertainment brand.
• Circuit of the Americas (COTA)majorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFUZE deployed chargeFUZE charging stations at COTA's major events. COTA described chargeFUZE as one of their best partners, serving 440,000+ attendees over a single weekend. The partnership is ongoing.
• ICC SydneycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInternational Convention Centre Sydney is a key partner venue where chargeFUZE is deployed. FUZE President Ryan Levy noted exceptionally high demand for FUZE at ICC Sydney during SXSW Sydney 2024, exceeding supply.
• Resorts World Las VegasflagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorchargeFUZE kiosks deployed throughout Resorts World Las Vegas property. Head of Sponsorships & Activations Solomon Schwartz described chargeFUZE as 'best in class' and a testament to FUZE's enterprise partners globally. Partnership creates additional revenue streams for Resorts World through brand integrations.
• HivestackcoreTechnology or IntegrationHivestack is a DOOH SSP platform integrated with adFUZE's advertising network, enabling programmatic ad buying across chargeFUZE's digital screen inventory.
• Vistar MediacoreTechnology or IntegrationVistar Media is a DOOH SSP integrated with adFUZE, enabling programmatic advertising capabilities across the charging station digital screen network.
• BroadsigncoreTechnology or IntegrationBroadsign is a DOOH platform integrated with adFUZE for programmatic advertising across the charging station digital screen network.
• Place ExchangecoreTechnology or IntegrationPlace Exchange is a programmatic DOOH platform integrated with adFUZE, enabling automated ad buying across chargeFUZE's screen inventory.
• MVP InteractivemajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMVP Interactive combines interactive technologies with adFUZE's advertising expertise to create immersive, personalized fan experiences at sports venues. CEO James Giglio described the partnership as 'setting the stage for a new era of immersive and personalized experiences for fans.'
• Live NationmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLive Nation is a key event organizer partner for chargeFUZE deployments. FUZE has powered events including Lollapalooza and Outside Lands. Live Nation's client Sunbelt Rentals used adFUZE for branding activations at festivals, with FUZE's branding wraps tying into the sponsor's 'powering the festival' story.
• Simon Property GroupcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSimon Property Group (mall operator) is a partner deploying chargeFUZE kiosks across its retail properties nationwide, enhancing the shopping experience by keeping mall visitors connected.
• MGM ResortscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMGM Resorts hosts chargeFUZE kiosks at its Las Vegas and other properties, providing mobile charging as a guest amenity across its hotel and entertainment venues.
• AEGcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAEG (Anschutz Entertainment Group) is a major venue and entertainment partner for chargeFUZE, hosting charging stations at its arenas and entertainment venues globally.
• ASM GlobalcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorASM Global manages stadiums, arenas, and convention centers globally and is a venue partner for chargeFUZE deployments.
• OVG (Oak View Group)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOak View Group develops and operates sports and entertainment venues and is a partner for chargeFUZE charging station deployments.
• WestfieldcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWestfield operates shopping centers and is a partner for chargeFUZE kiosks across its retail properties, enhancing the shopping experience.
• Buffalo Wild WingsmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBuffalo Wild Wings is a national restaurant chain partner deploying chargeFUZE kiosks at its locations, keeping diners connected during games and meals.
• Hard Rock CafecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHard Rock Cafe venues host chargeFUZE charging stations, providing mobile charging as an amenity for diners and music fans.
• Virgin HotelscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVirgin Hotels is a hospitality partner for chargeFUZE, integrating mobile charging into the guest experience at its hotel properties.
• Ochsner Health SystemcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOchsner Health System has chargeFUZE kiosks deployed throughout its hospital facilities for patients, families, and staff. Brad Kennedy (Sr Director) described the service as essential for the health system experience.
• Orlando HealthcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOrlando Health is a healthcare system partner for chargeFUZE, deploying kiosks at its facilities for patients, families, and staff.
• AmtrakcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAmtrak is a transit partner for chargeFUZE, providing mobile charging solutions at train stations for travelers.
• Insomniac EventsmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInsomniac Events is a major music festival promoter (EDC, Electric Daisy Carnival) and partner for chargeFUZE, powering charging at large-scale electronic dance music events.
• US OpenmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUS Open tennis tournament is a sports partner for chargeFUZE, providing on-site mobile charging for attendees. Partnership with Chase bank enables member benefit free charging program.
• PGA TourcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPGA Tour is a sports partner for chargeFUZE, deploying mobile charging stations at golf tournament venues.
• Formula 1coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFormula 1 is a sports partner for chargeFUZE, with charging stations deployed at F1 racing venues.
• USGAcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUnited States Golf Association is a sports partner for chargeFUZE, providing mobile charging at USGA golf championship events.
• BNP ParibasminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor
• Jack DanielsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerJack Daniels is an advertiser on the adFUZE DOOH network, targeting audiences at charging stations at partner venues.
• SkechersminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSkechers is an advertiser on the adFUZE DOOH network, reaching captive audiences at charging stations.
• T-MobileminorGTM or Marketing PartnerT-Mobile is an advertiser on the adFUZE DOOH network, targeting mobile users at charging stations.
• SoFiminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSoFi is an advertiser on the adFUZE DOOH network, reaching charging station users at partner venues.
• Brookfield PropertiescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBrookfield Properties is a commercial real estate partner for chargeFUZE, integrating mobile charging into their retail and commercial properties.
• MSG (Madison Square Garden Sports)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMadison Square Garden Sports is a sports and entertainment partner for chargeFUZE, deploying kiosks at MSG venues.
• CAA (Creative Artists Agency)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCAA is referenced as a partner venue/client in chargeFUZE's portfolio, suggesting deployment at CAA-represented or affiliated venues.
• OSL (Outside Lands)majorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOutside Lands is a major San Francisco music festival that is a chargeFUZE partner, with Chase member benefit free charging available at the event.
• Ad CouncilminorGTM or Marketing PartnerAd Council is a nonprofit advertising organization that has run campaigns on the adFUZE DOOH network. Media Manager Gabriel Shore quoted about the partnership.
• Connect / BizBash / InformacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFUZE participated in Connect West 2024, an event hosted by BizBash, Connect, and Informa. FUZE connected with 35+ event planners at the event. This is a recurring annual presence — FUZE attended Connect West for the third consecutive year in 2024.
• ALSD (Association of Luxury Suite Directors)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFUZE attended ALSD Conference 2024 to showcase products to sports and entertainment venue leaders. Team members represented FUZE at the conference, targeting suite directors and premium venue operators.
• Superfly (SuperflyCo)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSuperfly is a music festival promoter (founder of Outside Lands, co-founder of Bonnaroo) and partner for chargeFUZE at major festivals.
• JP MorganminorGTM or Marketing PartnerJP Morgan is a financial institution referenced as a chargeFUZE partner client in the company portfolio.
• F45 TrainingminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorF45 gym chain is referenced as a partner venue for chargeFUZE kiosks, providing mobile charging to gym members.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Outfront Media: Outfront Media is a major DOOH advertising company with extensive transit and venue presence. adFUZE is a smaller, venue-focused DOOH alternative; both compete for the same brand advertising budgets.
• Anker: Anker is a leading consumer power bank and charging accessory brand selling through retail. While not a direct venue-rental competitor, Anker is the dominant consumer-facing alternative to chargeFUZE rentals and represents the 'bring your own' substitution risk.
• Clear Channel Outdoor (ADTECH): Clear Channel Outdoor operates one of the largest DOOH advertising networks globally. adFUZE competes in the same DOOH inventory market for advertiser dollars but with a more focused venue/event audience and unique charging-station placement.

Direct peers

• Brightbox: Brightbox is a direct competitor operating a network of portable phone charging kiosks at venues, hotels, and events. It is one of the closest comparables to chargeFUZE in the unattended mobile charging rental space.
• GoCharge: GoCharge provides self-service charging kiosks for venues, restaurants, and entertainment locations. A direct competitor in the unattended phone charging rental space, sharing chargeFUZE's hospitality and event verticals.
• ChargedUp: ChargedUp operates a portable phone charging rental network across the UK and Europe via kiosks deployed at venues and events. Directly comparable to chargeFUZE in business model and product offering, though geographically focused on EMEA.
• PowerDot: PowerDot is a portable charging network competitor offering kiosk-based mobile charging at venues and events. Closely mirrors chargeFUZE's rental-plus-network model, though typically more regional in deployment.

Others

• Place Exchange: Place Exchange is a programmatic DOOH SSP integrated with adFUZE's advertising stack. Acts as a technology partner and indirect enabler rather than direct competitor — comparable as it shapes how adFUZE inventory reaches programmatic buyers.

Emerging players

• Nimble Way: Nimble Way operates charging and digital signage kiosks in retail and venue environments. Comparable to chargeFUZE in combining charging with advertising revenue, but with a stronger retail emphasis.
• JuiceBar EV Charging: JuiceBar operates EV charging networks with built-in digital screens for advertising, mirroring FUZE's dual-revenue model of charging plus DOOH. Comparable as a 'charging + advertising' hybrid, though focused on EV rather than mobile devices.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@chargeFUZE
• Facebookfacebook.com/chargefuze
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/fuzeco
• Instagraminstagram.com/chargefuze

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds2 records

Investors18 records

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M&A1 record

Investments

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