Daniel Ek’s Neko Health Opens First U.S. Office, Fueling the Body‑Scanning Revolution with $700M Series C

Neko Health’s first U.S. office opens on September 24, marking Daniel Ek and Hjalmar Nilsonne’s continued push to disrupt body‑scanning technology.

First Footfall in New York: Neko Health Expands to the U.S.

The startup is opening its inaugural Manhattan office at 300 Lafayette Street in SoHo, with 25,000 New Yorkers already on the waitlist.

A $700 Million Series C Propels the Momentum

Last month’s $700 Million Series C round, coupled with 100,000 scans conducted, underscores Neko’s rapid scale potential and sets the stage for aggressive U.S. expansion.

Pushing the Boundaries of Tech‑Health Integration

Neko pairs proprietary body‑scanning tech with bloodwork and fitness‑device data to deliver personalized health assessments. With existing operations in the U.K. and Sweden, the new U.S. office signals a drive toward global reach.

The Competitive Landscape: Midjourney, Fountain Life, Function Health

■Midjourney: Building a body scanner to integrate into spa experiences

■Fountain Life: Longevity venture by Tony Robbins and Peter Diamandis

■Function Health: Wellness platform, recently secured a $450 Million loan from General Catalyst’s Customer Value Fund

Operational Targets and Customer Expectations

■Aim to conduct 500 scans in the first three months

■Strategic partnerships with U.S. health insurers

■Commitment to data privacy and GDPR compliance

Neko Health’s U.S. launch signals a new era for body‑scanning tech’s integration into medical applications. The company’s robust financing and the backing of a high‑profile founder position it well to capture a growing data‑driven health market, offering investors a compelling blend of innovation and scalability.