Startup behind interactive doorbell

March 3, 2025
By
Otago Daily Times

Startup Dunedin recently announced the 12 recipients of microgrant funding to help take the next small step in their business journey. Business editor Sally Rae talks to those behind health tech startup Intermentis, which is hoping to launch commercially next year.

Knock, knock. Who’s there?

Dunedin-based health tech startup Intermentis can help provide that answer without the need to even open the door, via its AI-driven smart doorstep assistant Soter, which manages doorstep interactions.

The technology has been designed for people in vulnerable situations, such as the elderly or those with disabilities, and anyone experiencing communication, mobility or safety challenges.

Intermentis, which could commercially launch the product early next year, is one of 12 Dunedin companies which recently received a one-off microgrant from Startup Dunedin.

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