Baidu Ventures

Baidu Ventures, established in 2017, is an independent venture capital fund backed by Baidu and other prominent investors. With approximately $500 million under management across three funds and offices in Beijing and San Francisco, the firm invests in early-stage companies driving innovation in artificial intelligence, autonomous driving, life sciences, robotics, big data, and related technologies. Its mission is to support entrepreneurs transforming how we work, live, and interact through cutting-edge technologies.

Liu Qiang

Vice President

Liu Shui

Managing Director

Yongteng Wen

Investment Director

Yuhao Zhang Ph.D

Principal

Zhang Zihao

Investment Manager

Past deals in Beijing

Jiangxing Intelligence

Series B in 2024
Jiangxing Intelligence Inc., founded in 2018 and headquartered in Beijing, China, specializes in the development and operation of artificial intelligence-driven cloud-side collaborative Internet of Things (IoT) devices. The company provides innovative solutions such as EdgeBox, which facilitates real-time processing of big data and AI for industrial sectors, including manufacturing, oil and gas, hydropower, transportation, mining, renewable energy, and smart cities. Additionally, Jiangxing Intelligence offers the Ubiquitous Wisdom Eye, an intelligent monitoring device designed for transmission lines that integrates data from various sensors to create a comprehensive supervision platform. Founded by Professor Liu Jiangchuan, a recognized academician and IEEE Fellow, the company is dedicated to advancing edge computing technology and its applications in energy, industrial security, and intelligent warehousing. With additional offices in Shenzhen and Nanjing, Jiangxing Intelligence aims to enhance operational efficiency and safety in large-scale systems across multiple industries.

Beijing Gene+ Technology

Series C in 2021
Beijing Gene+ Technology, founded in 2015 and based in Beijing, China, specializes in gene testing services aimed at cancer prevention and early detection. The company provides a range of services, including clinical testing, medical device manufacturing, and scientific cooperation related to precision medicine. Operating in approximately 100 hospitals, Beijing Gene+ Technology has supported thousands of cancer patients across the country, contributing to advancements in personalized healthcare and tumor treatment strategies.

iReadyIT

Series B in 2020
iReadyIT (Beijing) Co., Ltd. is a leading provider of big data solutions based in Beijing, China, with a branch office in Shanghai. Established in 2014, the company specializes in offering comprehensive big data products and services tailored for enterprises and organizations. It provides an innovative platform that integrates Internet of Things technology, advanced data analysis, and modeling capabilities. iReadyIT's core offerings include data preparation, assetization, and application, alongside its iReadyInsights platform, which facilitates business innovation through modules focused on data governance, analysis, and transformation. The company also develops solutions for specific sectors, including environmental services, leveraging its proprietary data lake, model center, and AI systems to deliver actionable insights and support strategic decision-making.

Shumei Technology

Series C in 2020
Shumei Technology is a private information technology company based in Wangjing, Beijing, China, founded in 2015. The company offers solutions for financial and online fraud using artificial intelligence and data analytics. It specializes in software-as-a-service (SaaS) and provides AI-based risk control services designed to help businesses and organizations manage and mitigate risks. Shumei Technology focuses on delivering data-driven products and leveraging big data to enhance its service offerings.

Bochuangliandong

Series B in 2019
Beijing Bochuangliandong Technology Co., Ltd., established in 2015 and headquartered in Beijing, China, specializes in developing and manufacturing intelligent control and monitoring platforms for commercial vehicles. The company's platform includes smart monitoring hardware, GPS terminals, electronic control systems, and software solutions such as vehicle management, agricultural information management, and financial risk control. Bochuangliandong leverages artificial intelligence, autonomous driving, and big data technologies to offer comprehensive smart agricultural solutions, aiming to enhance production efficiency and reduce costs in the agricultural sector.

Jiangxing Intelligence

Series A in 2019
Jiangxing Intelligence Inc., founded in 2018 and headquartered in Beijing, China, specializes in the development and operation of artificial intelligence-driven cloud-side collaborative Internet of Things (IoT) devices. The company provides innovative solutions such as EdgeBox, which facilitates real-time processing of big data and AI for industrial sectors, including manufacturing, oil and gas, hydropower, transportation, mining, renewable energy, and smart cities. Additionally, Jiangxing Intelligence offers the Ubiquitous Wisdom Eye, an intelligent monitoring device designed for transmission lines that integrates data from various sensors to create a comprehensive supervision platform. Founded by Professor Liu Jiangchuan, a recognized academician and IEEE Fellow, the company is dedicated to advancing edge computing technology and its applications in energy, industrial security, and intelligent warehousing. With additional offices in Shenzhen and Nanjing, Jiangxing Intelligence aims to enhance operational efficiency and safety in large-scale systems across multiple industries.

iReadyIT

Series A in 2019
iReadyIT (Beijing) Co., Ltd. is a leading provider of big data solutions based in Beijing, China, with a branch office in Shanghai. Established in 2014, the company specializes in offering comprehensive big data products and services tailored for enterprises and organizations. It provides an innovative platform that integrates Internet of Things technology, advanced data analysis, and modeling capabilities. iReadyIT's core offerings include data preparation, assetization, and application, alongside its iReadyInsights platform, which facilitates business innovation through modules focused on data governance, analysis, and transformation. The company also develops solutions for specific sectors, including environmental services, leveraging its proprietary data lake, model center, and AI systems to deliver actionable insights and support strategic decision-making.

Data Pipeline

Series A in 2019
Data Pipeline is a Beijing-based company that specializes in streaming data integration services. It offers a comprehensive data infrastructure platform rooted in the DataOps methodology, which encompasses various product offerings including data integration, data fusion, data observability, and data security solutions. The company's platforms are designed to enhance data management across multiple industries such as banking, securities, insurance, energy, and telecommunications. Data Pipeline's system is recognized as a best practice for new data infrastructure and ensures a complete range of functionalities, including collaborative and self-service data discovery, end-to-end data link construction, and continuous data security management. This holistic approach addresses the growing need for robust data solutions in today’s digital landscape.

Proud Kids

Seed Round in 2019
Proud Kids, affiliated with Beijing Radish Green Vegetable Education Technology Co., Ltd., is an international online education brand focused on English language learning for children aged 5 to 12. The company specializes in creating high-quality, small-class environments led by both Chinese and foreign teachers, offering an interactive educational experience tailored to the varying English proficiency levels of its students. Founded by Chris Leeson, an expert in English education products, and Proud Bai, an internet product specialist, Proud Kids aims to enhance learning outcomes through innovative teaching methods and personalized learning services.

Light Theto

Series B in 2019
Light Theto Beijing Science and Technology Development Co specializes in the research, development, manufacture, and supply of diffraction optics and micro-nano optical solutions. Based in Beijing, China, the company focuses on providing complete optical solutions for various applications, including three-dimensional sensing in LED and laser lighting, vehicle systems, security monitoring, human-computer interaction, and industrial automation. Light Theto boasts a top-tier research and development team and has established mature production technology. The company has developed proprietary diffractive optical design software and utilizes advanced nanometer manufacturing techniques. Its efficient mass production processes enable the company to produce high-quality diffractive optical elements at scale, positioning it as a leader in the industry.

Robot++

Series A in 2018
Robot++ is a Beijing-based company specializing in designing and manufacturing industrial robots for hazardous or hard-to-reach environments. Their product range includes robots for boiler inspection, ship rust removal, chemical tank descaling, wall climbing, computer room inspection, power plant maintenance, and more. The company caters to various industries such as energy, chemicals, shipping, logistics, and emergency services, offering safe, efficient, and cost-effective robotic solutions.

ZingFront

Series A in 2018
ZingFront Software is a technology company specializing in intelligent software solutions that integrate big data, 3D technologies, and animation. The company offers a platform designed for brand owners and advertising agencies, enabling them to create and analyze advertising videos effectively. ZingFront's notable products include UNREALFRONT, recognized as a leading 3D video creation software, and SOCIALPETA, a comprehensive advertising insights tool. With global operations in cities such as San Francisco, Hong Kong, Beijing, and Shanghai, ZingFront is positioned to serve a diverse international clientele, facilitating enhanced creative production and advertising intelligence.

Bochuangliandong

Series B in 2018
Beijing Bochuangliandong Technology Co., Ltd., established in 2015 and headquartered in Beijing, China, specializes in developing and manufacturing intelligent control and monitoring platforms for commercial vehicles. The company's platform includes smart monitoring hardware, GPS terminals, electronic control systems, and software solutions such as vehicle management, agricultural information management, and financial risk control. Bochuangliandong leverages artificial intelligence, autonomous driving, and big data technologies to offer comprehensive smart agricultural solutions, aiming to enhance production efficiency and reduce costs in the agricultural sector.

Shumei Technology

Venture Round in 2018
Shumei Technology is a private information technology company based in Wangjing, Beijing, China, founded in 2015. The company offers solutions for financial and online fraud using artificial intelligence and data analytics. It specializes in software-as-a-service (SaaS) and provides AI-based risk control services designed to help businesses and organizations manage and mitigate risks. Shumei Technology focuses on delivering data-driven products and leveraging big data to enhance its service offerings.

SandStar

Seed Round in 2017
SandStar is an artificial intelligence company specializing in computer vision technology tailored for the retail sector. Based in Beijing, China, the company develops and manufactures a range of innovative products, including AI checkout machines, AI vending machines, and fully automated store systems. These solutions leverage advanced algorithms and big data analytics to facilitate autonomous checkout processes and enhance customer engagement. By providing user-friendly and cost-effective technology, SandStar aims to transform the shopping experience and streamline retail operations for businesses globally.

Light Theto

Series A in 2017
Light Theto Beijing Science and Technology Development Co specializes in the research, development, manufacture, and supply of diffraction optics and micro-nano optical solutions. Based in Beijing, China, the company focuses on providing complete optical solutions for various applications, including three-dimensional sensing in LED and laser lighting, vehicle systems, security monitoring, human-computer interaction, and industrial automation. Light Theto boasts a top-tier research and development team and has established mature production technology. The company has developed proprietary diffractive optical design software and utilizes advanced nanometer manufacturing techniques. Its efficient mass production processes enable the company to produce high-quality diffractive optical elements at scale, positioning it as a leader in the industry.

Asking Data

Series A in 2017
Asking Data is a data analysis company based in Beijing, China, that specializes in providing predictive analytics and deep data insights for enterprises. The company offers a data service platform designed to harness global external data to enhance the value of internal data. By doing so, Asking Data enables businesses to forecast market trends and anticipate changes, thereby reducing potential risks. The platform is characterized by its efficiency, flexibility, and user-friendly approach, allowing enterprises to access vital data analysis and prediction services effectively.

SandStar

Angel Round in 2017
SandStar is an artificial intelligence company specializing in computer vision technology tailored for the retail sector. Based in Beijing, China, the company develops and manufactures a range of innovative products, including AI checkout machines, AI vending machines, and fully automated store systems. These solutions leverage advanced algorithms and big data analytics to facilitate autonomous checkout processes and enhance customer engagement. By providing user-friendly and cost-effective technology, SandStar aims to transform the shopping experience and streamline retail operations for businesses globally.

Falcon Computing

Series B in 2017
Falcon Computing is a technology company founded in 2014 by Dr. Jason Cong, a noted entrepreneur and academic leader in the field of computing. Headquartered in Santa Clara, California, with additional offices in Los Angeles and Beijing, the company focuses on facilitating accelerated computing for data scientists and software developers across various domains, including genomics, machine learning, finance, and computer vision. Falcon Computing provides automated compilation tools, runtime management tools, and acceleration libraries that enable users to integrate heterogeneous accelerating technologies into their existing infrastructures. By offering a streamlined process to convert C/C++ code into highly-optimized implementations for FPGAs, the company aims to enhance performance, energy efficiency, and productivity in both public and private cloud environments.
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