# DESKi

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/deski

- Industry: Healthcare IT
- Headquarters: Bordeaux, France
- Website: www.heartfocus.ai/
- Total disclosed funding: $5.9M
- Latest round: Seed (Jun 8, 2025)
- Investors on record: 6

## About

Based in France, DESKi SAS specializes in innovative medical diagnostics through AI-powered cardiac imaging software, aiming to enhance access to high-quality cardiac ultrasound exams across various healthcare settings.DESKi SAS, founded in 2016 in Bordeaux, France, focuses on medical diagnostics with an emphasis on cardiac care. The company has successfully secured EUR 5.2 million in Seed funding on June 18, 2025, co-led by new investors Serena and Makesense, along with BNP Paribas Développement, Épopée Gestion, Good Only Ventures, Better Angle, NACO, and La Région Nouvelle-Aquitaine. The total amount raised by the company stands at EUR 5.2 million since its inception. The founder's background details are not provided.HeartFocus, a brand under DESKi, specializes in AI-powered cardiac imaging software designed to democratize access to high-quality cardiac ultrasound exams. Their flagship product allows healthcare professionals—including nurses and primary care physicians—to perform cardiac ultrasound exams with minimal training, utilizing a patented user interface that enables rapid image capture without compromising diagnostic quality. The software serves various healthcare settings, addressing the urgent need for improved access to cardiac care globally. HeartFocus operates primarily in North America, Europe, and parts of Asia, targeting the growing population of over half a billion individuals living with heart disease, and aims to reduce lengthy wait times for specialist consultations. The company is developing additional features, including HeartFocus Doppler and HeartFocus Kids, to cater to specific patient demographics, ensuring a comprehensive suite of solutions for cardiac imaging.The revenue model for HeartFocus is primarily based on distributing its software solutions through partnerships with healthcare institutions and direct sales to clinics and medical organizations. HeartFocus offers its products as applications and software development kits (SDKs), allowing for customization based on the needs of partners and clients. This structure supports both B2B and direct-to-consumer engagements, facilitating the integration of HeartFocus technologies into existing cardiac ultrasound systems. Detailed pricing plans for the HeartFocus App, SDK, and future products are not disclosed; however, these offerings are designed to provide substantial cost savings in terms of time and resources related to cardiac imaging. By enabling a broader range of healthcare professionals to perform cardiac ultrasounds, HeartFocus aims to significantly reduce the social and economic costs associated with heart disease management.In June 2025, DESKi SAS raised EUR 5.2 million in Seed funding to further enhance its heart disease detection equipment. The company plans to leverage this funding to develop new products while expanding into new markets, specifically targeting North America and Europe to increase its reach among healthcare providers. Upcoming product enhancements include the HeartFocus Doppler and HeartFocus Kids, which will cater to specific patient demographics.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Jun 8, 2025, $5.9M — M Capital, Serena, BNP Paribas Developpement, Epopee Gestion, Good Only Ventures, Better Angle

## Investors

- M Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/m-capital) — Seed
- Serena (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/serena) — Seed
- BNP Paribas Developpement (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/bnp-paribas-developpement) — Seed
- Epopee Gestion (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/epopee-gestion) — Seed
- Good Only Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/good-only-ventures) — Seed
- Better Angle (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/better-angle) — Seed