Sequoia Capital

Founded in 1972 and based in Menlo Park, California, Sequoia Capital is a leading venture capital firm that specializes in investing in early to growth stage companies across various sectors, including energy, financial services, healthcare, internet, mobile, and technology. The firm aims to collaborate with a select number of ambitious founders to help them build transformative companies. Sequoia Capital typically invests between $100,000 and $1 million in startups at the seed stage, $1 million to $10 million in early-stage companies, and $10 million to $100 million in growth-stage firms. With a strong preference for being the first investor in profitable and rapidly growing companies, Sequoia seeks to partner with teams that have demonstrated successful products or services. The firm's investment strategy encompasses a global perspective, with significant allocations in markets such as China, India, and Israel.

Rohit Agarwal

Vice President / Principal

Abheek Anand

Managing Director

Michelle (Bailhe) Fradin

Partner

Sumaiya Balbale

COO and Operating Partner

Bogomil Balkansky

Partner

Mohit Bhatnagar

Managing Director - India

Anas Biad

Partner

Isaiah Boone

Partner

Rosemarie Boyd

Partner

David Cahn

Partner

Vipin Chamakkala

Director, Customer Partnerships

Josephine Chen

Partner

W. M. Coughran

Founder's Coach and Partner

Charlie Curnin

Partner

Joe Dobrenski

Partner of Human Capital

Christian Edler

Scout Partner

Carl Eschenbach

Venture Partner

Helen Fan

Vice President

James Flynn

Partner

Caroline Fu

Vice President

Stacey Gerber

VP, Operations and Experiences

Mike Goguen

Partner

Patrick Grady

Partner

Christopher Graff

Partner, Global Equities

Trency Gu

Managing Director

Wayne Guo

Vice President

Ravi Gupta

Partner

Steven Ji

Partner, China

Wenji Jin

Managing Director

Kais Khimji

Partner

Marie Klemchuk

CFO

Shailesh Lakhani

Managing Director - India

Jess Lee

Partner, Seed / Early

Douglas Leone

Global Managing Partner

Shmil Levy

Partner, Israel

Alfred Lin

Partner

Luciana Lixandru

Partner

Xiaobo Lu

Partner, China

Shaun Maguire

Partner

Cornelius Menke

Partner

Dean Meyer

Partner, Seed / Early

Abhishek Mohan

Principal

Michael Moritz

Managing Partner

GV Ravishankar

Managing Director - India

Andrew Reed

General Partner

Anandamoy Roychowdhary

Principal

Bryan Schreier

Partner

Yoav Shaked

Partner, Israel

Thomas Stephenson

Special Limited Partner

Glen Sun

Vice President, China

Mike Vernal

Partner

Jeff Wang

Managing Partner

Fred Wang

Managing Director, China

Cen Wang

Partner, China

Rock Wang

Managing Director

Lynn Yang

Managing Director, China

Stephanie Zhan

Partner

Skee Zhang

Managing Director

Qingsheng Zheng

Partner, China

Kui Zhou

Partner, China

Jiajia Zou

Managing Director

Roelof Botha

Partner

Past deals in Consumer Electronics

Upway

Series B in 2023
Upway is a company established in 2019 by Stephane Ficaja and Toussaint Wattinne in Gennevilliers, Ile-de-France, that specializes in providing certified electric bikes. The company focuses on making electric mobility accessible by offering a carefully curated selection of quality, refurbished e-bikes at significantly discounted prices. Each bike undergoes a comprehensive 20-point inspection and professional reconditioning to ensure that there is no structural damage to the frame, mechanical components, drive system, or battery. Upway delivers these bikes directly to customers' homes, accompanied by a one-year warranty, allowing users to enjoy eco-friendly transportation without incurring high costs.

Aventon

Venture Round in 2022
Aventon aim is to provide superior quality performance bicycles and components. It continues to design Bicycles to make the bicycle with innovation & design with passionate and creative team members.

Evy

Seed Round in 2022
Evy Merchants specializes in providing product protection services, focusing on warranty extension plans for various businesses. The company offers extended warranties on a diverse array of products, including home appliances, sports equipment, and office supplies. By enabling businesses to offer these warranty extensions, Evy Merchants helps them enhance their revenue while providing customers with added security for their purchases.

Upway

Series A in 2022
Upway is a company established in 2019 by Stephane Ficaja and Toussaint Wattinne in Gennevilliers, Ile-de-France, that specializes in providing certified electric bikes. The company focuses on making electric mobility accessible by offering a carefully curated selection of quality, refurbished e-bikes at significantly discounted prices. Each bike undergoes a comprehensive 20-point inspection and professional reconditioning to ensure that there is no structural damage to the frame, mechanical components, drive system, or battery. Upway delivers these bikes directly to customers' homes, accompanied by a one-year warranty, allowing users to enjoy eco-friendly transportation without incurring high costs.

Upway

Seed Round in 2021
Upway is a company established in 2019 by Stephane Ficaja and Toussaint Wattinne in Gennevilliers, Ile-de-France, that specializes in providing certified electric bikes. The company focuses on making electric mobility accessible by offering a carefully curated selection of quality, refurbished e-bikes at significantly discounted prices. Each bike undergoes a comprehensive 20-point inspection and professional reconditioning to ensure that there is no structural damage to the frame, mechanical components, drive system, or battery. Upway delivers these bikes directly to customers' homes, accompanied by a one-year warranty, allowing users to enjoy eco-friendly transportation without incurring high costs.

Carbon

Series E in 2019
Carbon, Inc. designs and manufactures advanced printing solutions that enhance product performance and accelerate market delivery. The company utilizes its proprietary Digital Light Synthesis technology, which combines digital light projection, oxygen-permeable optics, and programmable liquid resins to create parts with superior mechanical properties and surface finishes. Its SpeedCell system integrates various manufacturing processes for consistent production of end-use parts across different scales. Carbon's offerings include a range of printers and the automated Smart Part Washer, enabling streamlined workflows for industries such as automotive, consumer products, dental, industrial, and life sciences. Additionally, Carbon produces various polyurethane materials, including rigid and flexible options, as well as other advanced resins. Founded in 2013 and based in Redwood City, California, Carbon supports its clients with consulting services, helping them leverage its technologies for mass customization, on-demand inventory, and innovative product development.

Carbon

Series D in 2017
Carbon, Inc. designs and manufactures advanced printing solutions that enhance product performance and accelerate market delivery. The company utilizes its proprietary Digital Light Synthesis technology, which combines digital light projection, oxygen-permeable optics, and programmable liquid resins to create parts with superior mechanical properties and surface finishes. Its SpeedCell system integrates various manufacturing processes for consistent production of end-use parts across different scales. Carbon's offerings include a range of printers and the automated Smart Part Washer, enabling streamlined workflows for industries such as automotive, consumer products, dental, industrial, and life sciences. Additionally, Carbon produces various polyurethane materials, including rigid and flexible options, as well as other advanced resins. Founded in 2013 and based in Redwood City, California, Carbon supports its clients with consulting services, helping them leverage its technologies for mass customization, on-demand inventory, and innovative product development.

Carbon

Series C in 2016
Carbon, Inc. designs and manufactures advanced printing solutions that enhance product performance and accelerate market delivery. The company utilizes its proprietary Digital Light Synthesis technology, which combines digital light projection, oxygen-permeable optics, and programmable liquid resins to create parts with superior mechanical properties and surface finishes. Its SpeedCell system integrates various manufacturing processes for consistent production of end-use parts across different scales. Carbon's offerings include a range of printers and the automated Smart Part Washer, enabling streamlined workflows for industries such as automotive, consumer products, dental, industrial, and life sciences. Additionally, Carbon produces various polyurethane materials, including rigid and flexible options, as well as other advanced resins. Founded in 2013 and based in Redwood City, California, Carbon supports its clients with consulting services, helping them leverage its technologies for mass customization, on-demand inventory, and innovative product development.

CREO

Seed Round in 2016
CREO is a consumer technology company based in Bengaluru, India, that specializes in designing and developing innovative streaming solutions. The company's flagship product, Teewe, is an HDMI dongle that allows users to wirelessly stream local media, such as photos, music, and movies, from their mobile devices or laptops to a television. Additionally, CREO offers a Teewe application that enables users to browse and play content from various online platforms, including YouTube and music services. In a business-to-business capacity, the company provides Teewe as an Infrastructure as a Service solution for enterprises. Founded in 2013 and originally known as Mango Man Consumer Electronics Pvt. Ltd., CREO rebranded in January 2016 and has since operated as a subsidiary of Hike Ltd.

The ONE Music Group

Series B in 2016
The ONE Music Group introduces quality musical instruments incorporating digital technology that makes learning to play faster, easier, and more enjoyable for all ages. The ONE Smart Piano is the world's first and only Apple MFi-certified upright piano. Combining smart devices with integrated LED lights on a piano, The ONE teaches a beginner to play songs immediately.

Carbon

Series C in 2015
Carbon, Inc. designs and manufactures advanced printing solutions that enhance product performance and accelerate market delivery. The company utilizes its proprietary Digital Light Synthesis technology, which combines digital light projection, oxygen-permeable optics, and programmable liquid resins to create parts with superior mechanical properties and surface finishes. Its SpeedCell system integrates various manufacturing processes for consistent production of end-use parts across different scales. Carbon's offerings include a range of printers and the automated Smart Part Washer, enabling streamlined workflows for industries such as automotive, consumer products, dental, industrial, and life sciences. Additionally, Carbon produces various polyurethane materials, including rigid and flexible options, as well as other advanced resins. Founded in 2013 and based in Redwood City, California, Carbon supports its clients with consulting services, helping them leverage its technologies for mass customization, on-demand inventory, and innovative product development.

Carbon

Series B in 2015
Carbon, Inc. designs and manufactures advanced printing solutions that enhance product performance and accelerate market delivery. The company utilizes its proprietary Digital Light Synthesis technology, which combines digital light projection, oxygen-permeable optics, and programmable liquid resins to create parts with superior mechanical properties and surface finishes. Its SpeedCell system integrates various manufacturing processes for consistent production of end-use parts across different scales. Carbon's offerings include a range of printers and the automated Smart Part Washer, enabling streamlined workflows for industries such as automotive, consumer products, dental, industrial, and life sciences. Additionally, Carbon produces various polyurethane materials, including rigid and flexible options, as well as other advanced resins. Founded in 2013 and based in Redwood City, California, Carbon supports its clients with consulting services, helping them leverage its technologies for mass customization, on-demand inventory, and innovative product development.

Quantenna Communications

Venture Round in 2014
Quantenna Communications specializes in designing, developing, and marketing advanced wireless communication solutions for local area networking. The company’s product portfolio includes high-performance radio frequency chips and digital baseband chips that support various Wi-Fi standards, such as 802.11n, 802.11ac, and the draft Wi-Fi 6 standard. Additionally, Quantenna offers Qdock, a software framework that facilitates the integration of third-party applications with its Wi-Fi solutions. The company's products cater to a wide range of applications, including home networking, retail, outdoor, small and medium businesses, enterprise, industrial, and consumer electronics. Quantenna sells its solutions directly to original equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and third-party distributors, primarily generating revenue from the Asia-Pacific region. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Quantenna has established itself as a leader in Wi-Fi technologies and continues to innovate to enhance speed, range, efficiency, and reliability. As of June 2019, Quantenna operates as a subsidiary of ON Semiconductor Corporation.

Leleda

Series A in 2014
Leleda is a mobile phone service platform that specializes in offering repair and replacement services for Apple products. The company operates an online-to-offline (O2O) platform that facilitates a range of services, including mobile phone repairs, trade-in programs, and used phone recycling. By focusing on the needs of Apple device users, Leleda aims to provide efficient and reliable solutions for maintaining and upgrading mobile technology.

LIFX

Series A in 2014
LIFX (pronounced LIFE-X) pioneered the smart light in 2012 with the first Wi Fi-enabled, multi-colored LED that’s controllable via a smart device. Designed to last over 22 years, LIFX offers the brightest, most flexible smart light for your home or office. LIFX works with Nest and other smart home devices to give consumers an easy way to experience the connected home, without needing additional hardware. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Redwood City, California.

SimpliSafe

Venture Round in 2014
SimpliSafe, Inc. is a Boston-based company that manufactures and sells wireless home security systems designed for residential and commercial properties. Founded in 2006, the company provides a range of security products, including sensors, cameras, and monitoring services, all aimed at offering an affordable and user-friendly alternative to traditional security options. SimpliSafe's systems feature 24/7 professional monitoring without long-term contracts, as well as various protective measures such as cellular connectivity, alerts via SMS and email, and protection against environmental hazards like smoke and water damage. The company continuously innovates its offerings, having redesigned its system in 2018 to enhance performance while reducing size. Future products include video doorbells and smart locks, with plans for integration with smart home devices. SimpliSafe has received accolades such as CNET's Editors' Choice Award and maintains an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau, reflecting its commitment to customer service and product reliability.

Carbon

Series A in 2013
Carbon, Inc. designs and manufactures advanced printing solutions that enhance product performance and accelerate market delivery. The company utilizes its proprietary Digital Light Synthesis technology, which combines digital light projection, oxygen-permeable optics, and programmable liquid resins to create parts with superior mechanical properties and surface finishes. Its SpeedCell system integrates various manufacturing processes for consistent production of end-use parts across different scales. Carbon's offerings include a range of printers and the automated Smart Part Washer, enabling streamlined workflows for industries such as automotive, consumer products, dental, industrial, and life sciences. Additionally, Carbon produces various polyurethane materials, including rigid and flexible options, as well as other advanced resins. Founded in 2013 and based in Redwood City, California, Carbon supports its clients with consulting services, helping them leverage its technologies for mass customization, on-demand inventory, and innovative product development.

BroadLink

Pre Seed Round in 2013
BroadLink Electronic Technology is a high-tech company focused on the research, development, manufacturing, and sale of both hardware and software products. It specializes in Wi-Fi-enabled smart products, including intelligent sockets, remote controls, air quality analyzers, light switches, and Wi-Fi speakers. The company’s innovations in IoT technology facilitate seamless connectivity among various devices, allowing customers to enhance their living environments. BroadLink also offers integrated appliance solutions for household appliance manufacturers, leveraging its expertise in cloud computing and intelligent terminal applications to support the smart home ecosystem.

OneAssist

Venture Round in 2012
OneAssist Consumer Solutions Pvt. Ltd., founded in 2011 and headquartered in Mumbai, India, specializes in providing assistance and protection products aimed at helping customers navigate disruptions in their daily lives. The company offers a range of services designed to safeguard against loss and damage, including the MobileAssist Plan, which covers smartphone theft and damage, as well as app support and device registration. Its WalletAssist programs facilitate the blocking of credit and debit cards, replace lost identification documents, and assist in passport recovery. Additionally, OneAssist provides EverydayAssist and TripAssist services, addressing concerns related to extended warranties for home appliances and emergency travel needs. By focusing on protecting valuable personal items and offering comprehensive support, OneAssist aims to enhance customer security and peace of mind during challenging situations.

Quantenna Communications

Private Equity Round in 2012
Quantenna Communications specializes in designing, developing, and marketing advanced wireless communication solutions for local area networking. The company’s product portfolio includes high-performance radio frequency chips and digital baseband chips that support various Wi-Fi standards, such as 802.11n, 802.11ac, and the draft Wi-Fi 6 standard. Additionally, Quantenna offers Qdock, a software framework that facilitates the integration of third-party applications with its Wi-Fi solutions. The company's products cater to a wide range of applications, including home networking, retail, outdoor, small and medium businesses, enterprise, industrial, and consumer electronics. Quantenna sells its solutions directly to original equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and third-party distributors, primarily generating revenue from the Asia-Pacific region. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Quantenna has established itself as a leader in Wi-Fi technologies and continues to innovate to enhance speed, range, efficiency, and reliability. As of June 2019, Quantenna operates as a subsidiary of ON Semiconductor Corporation.

Ruckus Wireless

Series G in 2012
Ruckus Wireless, Inc., headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, is a global provider of advanced wireless systems designed for the growing mobile Internet infrastructure market. The company specializes in a diverse array of "Smart Wi-Fi" products tailored for mobile carriers, broadband service providers, and corporate enterprises, serving over 48,000 end-customers worldwide. Ruckus addresses the challenges of Wi-Fi capacity and coverage, which have intensified due to the rising usage of mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets. The company is recognized for its innovative and patented technologies, including adaptive antenna arrays that enhance signal range, boost client data rates, and minimize interference. These advancements ensure reliable delivery of multimedia content and services over standard Wi-Fi networks.

iYogi

Series D in 2010
iYogi, Inc. is an on-demand software and services company that specializes in providing online technical support for various computing and communication devices. Established in 2007 and headquartered in Gurugram, India, the company offers a wide range of services including optimization, diagnosis and repair, setup and installation, virus removal, usability training, networking, and managed services. Its support covers browsers, multimedia, operating systems, productivity, security, and utilities software, as well as computers, peripherals, mobile devices, gaming devices, and servers. iYogi serves a diverse clientele across multiple regions, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, India, and the Gulf Cooperation Council states, with a focus on delivering round-the-clock assistance for consumers and small businesses.

Quantenna Communications

Series E in 2010
Quantenna Communications specializes in designing, developing, and marketing advanced wireless communication solutions for local area networking. The company’s product portfolio includes high-performance radio frequency chips and digital baseband chips that support various Wi-Fi standards, such as 802.11n, 802.11ac, and the draft Wi-Fi 6 standard. Additionally, Quantenna offers Qdock, a software framework that facilitates the integration of third-party applications with its Wi-Fi solutions. The company's products cater to a wide range of applications, including home networking, retail, outdoor, small and medium businesses, enterprise, industrial, and consumer electronics. Quantenna sells its solutions directly to original equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and third-party distributors, primarily generating revenue from the Asia-Pacific region. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Quantenna has established itself as a leader in Wi-Fi technologies and continues to innovate to enhance speed, range, efficiency, and reliability. As of June 2019, Quantenna operates as a subsidiary of ON Semiconductor Corporation.

Quantenna Communications

Series C in 2009
Quantenna Communications specializes in designing, developing, and marketing advanced wireless communication solutions for local area networking. The company’s product portfolio includes high-performance radio frequency chips and digital baseband chips that support various Wi-Fi standards, such as 802.11n, 802.11ac, and the draft Wi-Fi 6 standard. Additionally, Quantenna offers Qdock, a software framework that facilitates the integration of third-party applications with its Wi-Fi solutions. The company's products cater to a wide range of applications, including home networking, retail, outdoor, small and medium businesses, enterprise, industrial, and consumer electronics. Quantenna sells its solutions directly to original equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and third-party distributors, primarily generating revenue from the Asia-Pacific region. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Quantenna has established itself as a leader in Wi-Fi technologies and continues to innovate to enhance speed, range, efficiency, and reliability. As of June 2019, Quantenna operates as a subsidiary of ON Semiconductor Corporation.

Luxim

Venture Round in 2009
LUXIM Corporation engages in designing, manufacturing, and supplying LIFI solid state plasma lighting productsThe company was founded in 2000 and is based in Sunnyvale, California.

Rayspan

Series A in 2008
Rayspan creates a technology for filtering noise and interference from mobile phone antennae.

Quantenna Communications

Series B in 2007
Quantenna Communications specializes in designing, developing, and marketing advanced wireless communication solutions for local area networking. The company’s product portfolio includes high-performance radio frequency chips and digital baseband chips that support various Wi-Fi standards, such as 802.11n, 802.11ac, and the draft Wi-Fi 6 standard. Additionally, Quantenna offers Qdock, a software framework that facilitates the integration of third-party applications with its Wi-Fi solutions. The company's products cater to a wide range of applications, including home networking, retail, outdoor, small and medium businesses, enterprise, industrial, and consumer electronics. Quantenna sells its solutions directly to original equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and third-party distributors, primarily generating revenue from the Asia-Pacific region. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Quantenna has established itself as a leader in Wi-Fi technologies and continues to innovate to enhance speed, range, efficiency, and reliability. As of June 2019, Quantenna operates as a subsidiary of ON Semiconductor Corporation.

Ruckus Wireless

Series E in 2007
Ruckus Wireless, Inc., headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, is a global provider of advanced wireless systems designed for the growing mobile Internet infrastructure market. The company specializes in a diverse array of "Smart Wi-Fi" products tailored for mobile carriers, broadband service providers, and corporate enterprises, serving over 48,000 end-customers worldwide. Ruckus addresses the challenges of Wi-Fi capacity and coverage, which have intensified due to the rising usage of mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets. The company is recognized for its innovative and patented technologies, including adaptive antenna arrays that enhance signal range, boost client data rates, and minimize interference. These advancements ensure reliable delivery of multimedia content and services over standard Wi-Fi networks.

WiQuest Communications

Series C in 2007
WiQuest Communications is a fabless semiconductor company designing and developing complete WiMedia-based ultrawideband (UWB) solutions focused on ultra high speed, short range applications. WiQuest’s complete solution offering includes chipset, software and reference designs. WiQuest’s technology enables a new class of applications for wireless connectivity to PC, consumer electronics and mobile systems – enabling The New Frontier of Wireless™. WiQuest Communications closed operation on 2008 Oct.

Ruckus Wireless

Series D in 2006
Ruckus Wireless, Inc., headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, is a global provider of advanced wireless systems designed for the growing mobile Internet infrastructure market. The company specializes in a diverse array of "Smart Wi-Fi" products tailored for mobile carriers, broadband service providers, and corporate enterprises, serving over 48,000 end-customers worldwide. Ruckus addresses the challenges of Wi-Fi capacity and coverage, which have intensified due to the rising usage of mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets. The company is recognized for its innovative and patented technologies, including adaptive antenna arrays that enhance signal range, boost client data rates, and minimize interference. These advancements ensure reliable delivery of multimedia content and services over standard Wi-Fi networks.

Quantenna Communications

Series A in 2006
Quantenna Communications specializes in designing, developing, and marketing advanced wireless communication solutions for local area networking. The company’s product portfolio includes high-performance radio frequency chips and digital baseband chips that support various Wi-Fi standards, such as 802.11n, 802.11ac, and the draft Wi-Fi 6 standard. Additionally, Quantenna offers Qdock, a software framework that facilitates the integration of third-party applications with its Wi-Fi solutions. The company's products cater to a wide range of applications, including home networking, retail, outdoor, small and medium businesses, enterprise, industrial, and consumer electronics. Quantenna sells its solutions directly to original equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and third-party distributors, primarily generating revenue from the Asia-Pacific region. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Quantenna has established itself as a leader in Wi-Fi technologies and continues to innovate to enhance speed, range, efficiency, and reliability. As of June 2019, Quantenna operates as a subsidiary of ON Semiconductor Corporation.

Dblur Technologies

Series B in 2006
Dblur Technologies specializes in software lens technology designed for various camera types, including cellular, digital, security, medical, and automotive cameras. Established in 2000 and located in Herzliya Pituach, Israel, the company focuses on delivering innovative software solutions primarily to camera manufacturers. Dblur Technologies also provides cost-effective solutions for mobile phone camera vendors, assisting in the design of miniature cameras.

Integration Associates

Venture Round in 2006
Integration Associates, Inc., a fabless semiconductor company, designs and delivers tested wafers and packaged integrated circuits for RF, infrared, modem, and power management applications. The company offers EZRadio ICs, a wireless product to meet the needs of OEMs developing mesh network applications for consumer and industrial monitoring and control; ZigBee USB Dongle that provides a compliant interface, which can be connected to a host computer; EZSwitcher, a device that integrates various functions, which have been implemented discretely; EZ DAA products to span the isolation barriers; and ASIC solutions. It has operations in North America, South America, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and the Oceania. Integration Associates, Inc. was founded in 1991 and is headquartered in Mountain View, California. The company also has offices and design centers in Hungary, Portugal, Hong Kong, and the United Kingdom. As of July 29, 2008, Integration Associates, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Silicon Laboratories, Inc.

WiQuest Communications

Series B in 2006
WiQuest Communications is a fabless semiconductor company designing and developing complete WiMedia-based ultrawideband (UWB) solutions focused on ultra high speed, short range applications. WiQuest’s complete solution offering includes chipset, software and reference designs. WiQuest’s technology enables a new class of applications for wireless connectivity to PC, consumer electronics and mobile systems – enabling The New Frontier of Wireless™. WiQuest Communications closed operation on 2008 Oct.

GalaxyCore

Seed Round in 2006
GalaxyCore Inc. is a fabless image sensor company based in Shanghai, China, specializing in the design, development, and marketing of CMOS image sensor devices and LCD driver chips for the global mobile device and consumer electronics markets. Founded in 2003, the company produces high-quality CMOS image sensors that capture optical images and convert them into digital signals, primarily used in mobile devices such as feature phones, smartphones, and tablets. Additionally, GalaxyCore develops LCD driver chips that enable LCD panels to display image data. The company serves a diverse clientele, including CMOS camera module manufacturers, LCD module manufacturers, end device manufacturers, and design houses. With a focus on innovative design and efficient manufacturing processes, GalaxyCore is well-positioned to expand its presence in the image sensor and LCD driver industries.

Ruckus Wireless

Series B in 2005
Ruckus Wireless, Inc., headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, is a global provider of advanced wireless systems designed for the growing mobile Internet infrastructure market. The company specializes in a diverse array of "Smart Wi-Fi" products tailored for mobile carriers, broadband service providers, and corporate enterprises, serving over 48,000 end-customers worldwide. Ruckus addresses the challenges of Wi-Fi capacity and coverage, which have intensified due to the rising usage of mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets. The company is recognized for its innovative and patented technologies, including adaptive antenna arrays that enhance signal range, boost client data rates, and minimize interference. These advancements ensure reliable delivery of multimedia content and services over standard Wi-Fi networks.

Gracenote

Series E in 2005
Gracenote is an entertainment data and technology provider that specializes in music, video, and sports. The company collects, organizes, and distributes detailed information about television shows, movies, music, and sports, enabling consumers to discover and connect with the entertainment they enjoy. Gracenote serves a diverse clientele, including major music services, consumer electronics manufacturers, automakers, and cable and satellite operators. By powering these platforms with comprehensive entertainment data, Gracenote enhances the user experience and facilitates access to a wide range of digital content.

Mirra

Series B in 2004
Mirra, Inc. is a privately held company based in Mountain View, California, specializing in personal digital content protection and management. The company offers the Mirra Personal Server, aimed at consumers and small office/home office (SOHO) professionals who require an efficient and cost-effective solution for safeguarding, remotely accessing, and sharing their digital files, photos, and emails. Launched in 2003, the Mirra Personal Server addresses the growing need for reliable data protection as digital content becomes increasingly valuable. With the rise of digital cameras and broadband adoption, users are seeking straightforward methods to manage their expanding digital assets. Mirra's solution eliminates the complexities often associated with data management, making it accessible to users without requiring technical expertise.

Ruckus Wireless

Series A in 2004
Ruckus Wireless, Inc., headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, is a global provider of advanced wireless systems designed for the growing mobile Internet infrastructure market. The company specializes in a diverse array of "Smart Wi-Fi" products tailored for mobile carriers, broadband service providers, and corporate enterprises, serving over 48,000 end-customers worldwide. Ruckus addresses the challenges of Wi-Fi capacity and coverage, which have intensified due to the rising usage of mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets. The company is recognized for its innovative and patented technologies, including adaptive antenna arrays that enhance signal range, boost client data rates, and minimize interference. These advancements ensure reliable delivery of multimedia content and services over standard Wi-Fi networks.

Mirra

Series A in 2004
Mirra, Inc. is a privately held company based in Mountain View, California, specializing in personal digital content protection and management. The company offers the Mirra Personal Server, aimed at consumers and small office/home office (SOHO) professionals who require an efficient and cost-effective solution for safeguarding, remotely accessing, and sharing their digital files, photos, and emails. Launched in 2003, the Mirra Personal Server addresses the growing need for reliable data protection as digital content becomes increasingly valuable. With the rise of digital cameras and broadband adoption, users are seeking straightforward methods to manage their expanding digital assets. Mirra's solution eliminates the complexities often associated with data management, making it accessible to users without requiring technical expertise.

Gracenote

Series D in 2004
Gracenote is an entertainment data and technology provider that specializes in music, video, and sports. The company collects, organizes, and distributes detailed information about television shows, movies, music, and sports, enabling consumers to discover and connect with the entertainment they enjoy. Gracenote serves a diverse clientele, including major music services, consumer electronics manufacturers, automakers, and cable and satellite operators. By powering these platforms with comprehensive entertainment data, Gracenote enhances the user experience and facilitates access to a wide range of digital content.

Integration Associates

Series B in 2004
Integration Associates, Inc., a fabless semiconductor company, designs and delivers tested wafers and packaged integrated circuits for RF, infrared, modem, and power management applications. The company offers EZRadio ICs, a wireless product to meet the needs of OEMs developing mesh network applications for consumer and industrial monitoring and control; ZigBee USB Dongle that provides a compliant interface, which can be connected to a host computer; EZSwitcher, a device that integrates various functions, which have been implemented discretely; EZ DAA products to span the isolation barriers; and ASIC solutions. It has operations in North America, South America, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and the Oceania. Integration Associates, Inc. was founded in 1991 and is headquartered in Mountain View, California. The company also has offices and design centers in Hungary, Portugal, Hong Kong, and the United Kingdom. As of July 29, 2008, Integration Associates, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Silicon Laboratories, Inc.

Zeevo

Series E in 2003
Zeevo, Inc. specializes in the development of system-on-chip solutions tailored for Bluetooth and other wireless communication applications. The company offers a range of semiconductor and software products designed specifically for stereo wireless headsets, enabling enhanced connectivity and performance in audio devices. Through its innovative technology, Zeevo aims to meet the growing demand for efficient and reliable wireless communication solutions in the consumer electronics market.

RFWaves

Series F in 2003
RFWaves offers repair and upgrade services for HI-FI audio amplifiers and a range of tube amplifiers. Their services include tube vacuum amp repair, hypex class-D amplifiers, custom-built amplifiers, and subwoofer repair. They produce elekit products, noratel products, and custom-built amplifiers.

Zeevo

Series D in 2002
Zeevo, Inc. specializes in the development of system-on-chip solutions tailored for Bluetooth and other wireless communication applications. The company offers a range of semiconductor and software products designed specifically for stereo wireless headsets, enabling enhanced connectivity and performance in audio devices. Through its innovative technology, Zeevo aims to meet the growing demand for efficient and reliable wireless communication solutions in the consumer electronics market.

Gracenote

Series C in 2002
Gracenote is an entertainment data and technology provider that specializes in music, video, and sports. The company collects, organizes, and distributes detailed information about television shows, movies, music, and sports, enabling consumers to discover and connect with the entertainment they enjoy. Gracenote serves a diverse clientele, including major music services, consumer electronics manufacturers, automakers, and cable and satellite operators. By powering these platforms with comprehensive entertainment data, Gracenote enhances the user experience and facilitates access to a wide range of digital content.

Zeevo

Series C in 2001
Zeevo, Inc. specializes in the development of system-on-chip solutions tailored for Bluetooth and other wireless communication applications. The company offers a range of semiconductor and software products designed specifically for stereo wireless headsets, enabling enhanced connectivity and performance in audio devices. Through its innovative technology, Zeevo aims to meet the growing demand for efficient and reliable wireless communication solutions in the consumer electronics market.

Zeevo

Series B in 2000
Zeevo, Inc. specializes in the development of system-on-chip solutions tailored for Bluetooth and other wireless communication applications. The company offers a range of semiconductor and software products designed specifically for stereo wireless headsets, enabling enhanced connectivity and performance in audio devices. Through its innovative technology, Zeevo aims to meet the growing demand for efficient and reliable wireless communication solutions in the consumer electronics market.

Zeevo

Series A in 2000
Zeevo, Inc. specializes in the development of system-on-chip solutions tailored for Bluetooth and other wireless communication applications. The company offers a range of semiconductor and software products designed specifically for stereo wireless headsets, enabling enhanced connectivity and performance in audio devices. Through its innovative technology, Zeevo aims to meet the growing demand for efficient and reliable wireless communication solutions in the consumer electronics market.

Webvan Group

Series D in 1999
Webvan Group, Inc. was an Internet retailer that specialized in the delivery of consumer products, primarily food, non-prescription drug products, and general merchandise. The company utilized a proprietary business model that integrated a customized Webstore, distribution facilities, and a delivery system to offer a wide range of products, including housewares, pet supplies, consumer electronics, and books. Each Webstore was tailored to showcase only the products available at the specific facility it served. Despite its innovative approach to online grocery shopping, Webvan filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in July 2001 and ultimately ceased operations. The company was based in Foster City, California, and faced competition from other online grocery services.

Pixelworks

Venture Round in 1999
Pixelworks, Inc. is a semiconductor and software company that specializes in video and pixel processing solutions for high-end display applications. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Pixelworks designs and markets a range of products including image processor integrated circuits (ICs), video co-processor ICs, and transcoder ICs. These products are utilized in various devices such as smartphones, tablets, projectors, and digital signage, facilitating high-quality video experiences across multiple formats and sources. The company leverages its proprietary technologies to help manufacturers enhance their display products while also enabling rapid development and customization to reduce time to market. Pixelworks maintains an extensive intellectual property portfolio, holding numerous patents related to the visual display of digital images, underscoring its commitment to innovation in the visual processing sector. The company sells its solutions through a direct sales force, as well as distributors and manufacturers’ representatives globally.

Pixelworks

Series B in 1998
Pixelworks, Inc. is a semiconductor and software company that specializes in video and pixel processing solutions for high-end display applications. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Pixelworks designs and markets a range of products including image processor integrated circuits (ICs), video co-processor ICs, and transcoder ICs. These products are utilized in various devices such as smartphones, tablets, projectors, and digital signage, facilitating high-quality video experiences across multiple formats and sources. The company leverages its proprietary technologies to help manufacturers enhance their display products while also enabling rapid development and customization to reduce time to market. Pixelworks maintains an extensive intellectual property portfolio, holding numerous patents related to the visual display of digital images, underscoring its commitment to innovation in the visual processing sector. The company sells its solutions through a direct sales force, as well as distributors and manufacturers’ representatives globally.

Webvan Group

Series B in 1998
Webvan Group, Inc. was an Internet retailer that specialized in the delivery of consumer products, primarily food, non-prescription drug products, and general merchandise. The company utilized a proprietary business model that integrated a customized Webstore, distribution facilities, and a delivery system to offer a wide range of products, including housewares, pet supplies, consumer electronics, and books. Each Webstore was tailored to showcase only the products available at the specific facility it served. Despite its innovative approach to online grocery shopping, Webvan filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in July 2001 and ultimately ceased operations. The company was based in Foster City, California, and faced competition from other online grocery services.

Webvan Group

Series A in 1997
Webvan Group, Inc. was an Internet retailer that specialized in the delivery of consumer products, primarily food, non-prescription drug products, and general merchandise. The company utilized a proprietary business model that integrated a customized Webstore, distribution facilities, and a delivery system to offer a wide range of products, including housewares, pet supplies, consumer electronics, and books. Each Webstore was tailored to showcase only the products available at the specific facility it served. Despite its innovative approach to online grocery shopping, Webvan filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in July 2001 and ultimately ceased operations. The company was based in Foster City, California, and faced competition from other online grocery services.

Apple

Seed Round in 1978
Apple is a multinational corporation that designs, manufactures, and markets a range of consumer electronics and software products. Its primary offerings include the iPhone, iPad, Mac computers, Apple Watch, and Apple TV, which are complemented by a suite of software applications, operating systems such as iOS and macOS, and services like iCloud. Established in 1976 by Steven Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and Ronald Wayne, Apple has built a reputation for innovation, exemplified by the introduction of the Macintosh, the first widely sold personal computer with a graphical user interface. The company operates globally, selling its products through retail and online stores, as well as through third-party carriers and resellers. With a focus on creating an integrated ecosystem, Apple continues to expand its offerings in areas such as streaming services and augmented reality, while its hardware and software are designed to work seamlessly together. Headquartered in Cupertino, California, Apple ranks among the largest and most admired companies worldwide.

Atari

Venture Round in 1975
Atari is a prominent producer, publisher, and distributor of interactive entertainment software, catering to diverse market segments across various platforms, including consoles from Microsoft, Nintendo, and Sony, as well as smartphones and personal computers. The company operates an international distribution network, selling its games in over 60 countries and directly to consumers through its website. Atari's business encompasses four main areas: Games, Hardware, Licensing, and Blockchain. It boasts a rich portfolio of more than four hundred games and franchises, featuring iconic titles such as Pong, Breakout, Asteroids, Missile Command, Centipede, and RollerCoaster Tycoon. Additionally, Atari offers a range of gaming experiences, including mobile and online arcade games, highlighting its commitment to innovation in the electronic gaming and multimedia sector.
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