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.
Quantum Circuits, Inc. specializes in the development and manufacture of quantum computers utilizing superconducting devices. Founded in 2015 and located in New Haven, Connecticut, the company aims to innovate in the field of quantum computing by delivering full-stack systems that efficiently scale. Led by Dr. Robert Schoelkopf, a prominent figure in quantum science, Quantum Circuits employs a unique dual-rail quantum qubit design that incorporates built-in hardware error detection and conversion. This approach allows for a highly scalable error-corrected system, requiring significantly fewer physical qubits per logical qubit and providing a more efficient pathway to fault-tolerant quantum computing. By focusing on solid-state quantum bits, the company enables clients to perform error-free computations, thereby accelerating research and advancing the practical applications of quantum technology.
Meter
Venture Round in 2024
Meter is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in providing internet infrastructure for businesses. It focuses on building enterprise-grade networks that prioritize speed, accessibility, and security. Meter employs a full-stack approach, integrating purpose-built hardware with intuitive software and streamlined operations, allowing companies to operate on a modern and reliable network. The company’s system facilitates internet connectivity by installing wiring, routers, and wireless access points, optimizing existing hardware, and utilizing software to analyze logs based on devices, data, and applications. This comprehensive solution ensures that businesses can maintain secure and efficient wireless network systems.
Blues Wireless
Series A in 2023
Blues Wireless Inc. is a Seattle-based company that specializes in manufacturing cellular embedded Internet of Things (IoT) equipment. Founded in 2018, the company offers a product called Notecard, which is a system-on-module (SOM) that integrates prepaid cellular connectivity, hardware design, and software integration. This all-in-one solution facilitates secure communications for cloud-based monitoring and connected operations, making cellular IoT more accessible and developer-friendly. Blues Wireless is focused on enhancing connectivity for individuals and businesses by leveraging the capabilities of cellular IoT technology.
Zoo
Seed Round in 2023
Zoo is an infrastructure company that focuses on creating solutions for hardware design. Founded in 2021 and based in Inglewood, California, Zoo integrates various tools and technologies to support hardware designers. Its offerings include automation, websites, and applications that facilitate the development of innovative hardware design tools. By providing a cohesive platform, Zoo aims to enhance the capabilities available to developers in this sector, enabling a new generation of hardware design tools that share common functionalities.
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.
Verkada
Series D in 2022
Verkada Inc. specializes in cloud-based physical security solutions, providing a comprehensive range of products designed to enhance safety and operational efficiency for various sectors, including healthcare, banking, education, retail, and government. Founded in 2016 and based in San Mateo, California, with an additional office in London, Verkada's offerings include video security cameras, access control systems, environmental sensors, alarms, workplace software, and intercoms. These products are integrated into a unified cloud-based platform, known as Command, which allows users to manage and access security footage, monitor real-time conditions, and address potential risks across multiple locations. By focusing on simplicity and scalability, Verkada aims to empower organizations to respond effectively to security challenges and workplace inefficiencies.
Xinsuan Technology
Angel Round in 2022
Xinsuan Technology is an industrial code reading and sensor manufacturer
Meter
Series B in 2022
Meter is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in providing internet infrastructure for businesses. It focuses on building enterprise-grade networks that prioritize speed, accessibility, and security. Meter employs a full-stack approach, integrating purpose-built hardware with intuitive software and streamlined operations, allowing companies to operate on a modern and reliable network. The company’s system facilitates internet connectivity by installing wiring, routers, and wireless access points, optimizing existing hardware, and utilizing software to analyze logs based on devices, data, and applications. This comprehensive solution ensures that businesses can maintain secure and efficient wireless network systems.
Alpha Cen
Seed Round in 2022
Alpha Cen is a developer of wafer-level metasurface light control chips and modules. It offers a semiconductor IC-compatible process to integrate micro-nano optical metasurfaces with circuits, light sources, and photodetectors.
Blues Wireless
Series A in 2021
Blues Wireless Inc. is a Seattle-based company that specializes in manufacturing cellular embedded Internet of Things (IoT) equipment. Founded in 2018, the company offers a product called Notecard, which is a system-on-module (SOM) that integrates prepaid cellular connectivity, hardware design, and software integration. This all-in-one solution facilitates secure communications for cloud-based monitoring and connected operations, making cellular IoT more accessible and developer-friendly. Blues Wireless is focused on enhancing connectivity for individuals and businesses by leveraging the capabilities of cellular IoT technology.
Verkada
Series C in 2020
Verkada Inc. specializes in cloud-based physical security solutions, providing a comprehensive range of products designed to enhance safety and operational efficiency for various sectors, including healthcare, banking, education, retail, and government. Founded in 2016 and based in San Mateo, California, with an additional office in London, Verkada's offerings include video security cameras, access control systems, environmental sensors, alarms, workplace software, and intercoms. These products are integrated into a unified cloud-based platform, known as Command, which allows users to manage and access security footage, monitor real-time conditions, and address potential risks across multiple locations. By focusing on simplicity and scalability, Verkada aims to empower organizations to respond effectively to security challenges and workplace inefficiencies.
Q-CTRL
Series A in 2019
Q-CTRL is a pioneering company in the quantum technology sector, focused on addressing critical challenges related to hardware error and instability. By developing advanced quantum control infrastructure software, Q-CTRL supports research and development professionals as well as end users in quantum computing, facilitating the transition to practical quantum computers. The company's innovative "Software-defined" quantum sensors are tailored for applications in defence, intelligence, navigation, and earth observation. With a team of expert quantum-control engineers, Q-CTRL collaborates with leading universities, national laboratories, and industry partners worldwide. As a notable member of the IBM Quantum Startup network and various industry consortia, Q-CTRL is recognized for its contributions to the field and has received several prestigious awards, including those from the Modern Manufacturing Initiative and the Next Generation Technology Fund. The company has garnered attention in major publications and was ranked among the Top 10 Most Innovative Tech Companies in Australia, highlighting its role in shaping the future of quantum technology.
Verkada
Series B in 2019
Verkada Inc. specializes in cloud-based physical security solutions, providing a comprehensive range of products designed to enhance safety and operational efficiency for various sectors, including healthcare, banking, education, retail, and government. Founded in 2016 and based in San Mateo, California, with an additional office in London, Verkada's offerings include video security cameras, access control systems, environmental sensors, alarms, workplace software, and intercoms. These products are integrated into a unified cloud-based platform, known as Command, which allows users to manage and access security footage, monitor real-time conditions, and address potential risks across multiple locations. By focusing on simplicity and scalability, Verkada aims to empower organizations to respond effectively to security challenges and workplace inefficiencies.
Graphcore
Series D in 2018
Graphcore Limited is a hardware systems company that specializes in developing intelligent processing units (IPUs) tailored for artificial intelligence and machine learning applications. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Bristol, United Kingdom, the company offers products such as IPU-Accelerator cards, which enhance server performance for machine learning tasks, and IPU-Appliance systems that improve inference capabilities for various users. Graphcore's innovative IPU architecture allows developers to run existing machine learning models significantly faster, facilitating the deployment of advanced AI solutions across diverse servers and software environments. In addition to its Bristol headquarters, Graphcore has locations in Palo Alto, London, Oslo, and Beijing, expanding its global presence in the AI technology sector.
Edgeworx
Seed Round in 2018
Edgeworx, Inc. is a software development company based in Menlo Park, California, founded in 2017. It specializes in edge computing solutions, particularly through its flagship product, ioFog. This open-source platform simplifies the process of developing and remotely deploying secure microservices to edge computing devices across various industries. By leveraging a proprietary mesh network, ioFog standardizes the deployment of applications, allowing developers to efficiently package and manage their software on different hardware setups using containerization technologies. Edgeworx aims to make edge computing as accessible and straightforward as cloud computing, enhancing the reliability and speed of software deployment at the edge.
Rylo
Series B in 2018
Rylo Inc. is a company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2015 by a team of former Instagram and Apple engineers. The company specializes in developing a 360-degree camera that enables users to capture immersive photos and videos. Equipped with advanced stabilization technology, the camera ensures that the resulting content is shake-free and horizon-leveled, providing a cinematic quality that is appealing for sharing. In addition to the hardware, Rylo develops software that facilitates video editing, making it accessible for anyone to create and share professional-looking videos. As of December 2019, Rylo operates as a subsidiary of Visual Supply Company.
Kneron
Series A in 2017
Kneron, Inc. is a company that designs and develops integrated software and hardware solutions for artificial intelligence applications, focusing on enabling AI functionality at the edge. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Diego, California, Kneron has additional offices in Taipei City, Zhuhai City, and Shenzhen City, China. The company's offerings include neural processing units (NPUs) tailored for smart homes, smart surveillance, smartphones, and wearable devices. Kneron also provides visual recognition software capable of on-device recognition of human faces, bodies, gestures, objects, and scenes. Their products support a range of applications, from robots and drones to Internet of Things (IoT) devices, ensuring real-time recognition and analysis without relying on cloud connections.
Quantum Circuits
Series A in 2017
Quantum Circuits, Inc. specializes in the development and manufacture of quantum computers utilizing superconducting devices. Founded in 2015 and located in New Haven, Connecticut, the company aims to innovate in the field of quantum computing by delivering full-stack systems that efficiently scale. Led by Dr. Robert Schoelkopf, a prominent figure in quantum science, Quantum Circuits employs a unique dual-rail quantum qubit design that incorporates built-in hardware error detection and conversion. This approach allows for a highly scalable error-corrected system, requiring significantly fewer physical qubits per logical qubit and providing a more efficient pathway to fault-tolerant quantum computing. By focusing on solid-state quantum bits, the company enables clients to perform error-free computations, thereby accelerating research and advancing the practical applications of quantum technology.
Graphcore
Series C in 2017
Graphcore Limited is a hardware systems company that specializes in developing intelligent processing units (IPUs) tailored for artificial intelligence and machine learning applications. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Bristol, United Kingdom, the company offers products such as IPU-Accelerator cards, which enhance server performance for machine learning tasks, and IPU-Appliance systems that improve inference capabilities for various users. Graphcore's innovative IPU architecture allows developers to run existing machine learning models significantly faster, facilitating the deployment of advanced AI solutions across diverse servers and software environments. In addition to its Bristol headquarters, Graphcore has locations in Palo Alto, London, Oslo, and Beijing, expanding its global presence in the AI technology sector.
Rylo
Series A in 2017
Rylo Inc. is a company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2015 by a team of former Instagram and Apple engineers. The company specializes in developing a 360-degree camera that enables users to capture immersive photos and videos. Equipped with advanced stabilization technology, the camera ensures that the resulting content is shake-free and horizon-leveled, providing a cinematic quality that is appealing for sharing. In addition to the hardware, Rylo develops software that facilitates video editing, making it accessible for anyone to create and share professional-looking videos. As of December 2019, Rylo operates as a subsidiary of Visual Supply Company.
Cerebras Systems
Series C in 2017
Cerebras Systems Inc. is a company based in Los Altos, California, that specializes in manufacturing artificial intelligence chips tailored for deep learning applications. Founded in 2016, Cerebras Systems is dedicated to developing advanced computing systems designed to accelerate deep learning tasks. The company integrates its expertise in computer architecture and machine learning to create a new class of computer systems that significantly enhance AI performance. By employing innovative design principles, Cerebras Systems aims to transform the landscape of artificial intelligence through its pioneering technology.
Barefoot Networks
Series C in 2016
Barefoot Networks, Inc., founded in 2013 and based in Palo Alto, California, specializes in designing and developing programmable Ethernet switch chips. The company focuses on simplifying network programming, making it as straightforward as programming a CPU. Its product offerings include advanced features for network management operations, such as scalable load balancing and enhanced telemetry, which enable enterprises, data centers, and telecom providers to implement new functionalities in their network products without sacrificing performance. As of December 31, 2019, Barefoot Networks operates as a subsidiary of Intel Corporation.
Barefoot Networks
Series B in 2015
Barefoot Networks, Inc., founded in 2013 and based in Palo Alto, California, specializes in designing and developing programmable Ethernet switch chips. The company focuses on simplifying network programming, making it as straightforward as programming a CPU. Its product offerings include advanced features for network management operations, such as scalable load balancing and enhanced telemetry, which enable enterprises, data centers, and telecom providers to implement new functionalities in their network products without sacrificing performance. As of December 31, 2019, Barefoot Networks operates as a subsidiary of Intel Corporation.
Rylo
Seed Round in 2015
Rylo Inc. is a company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2015 by a team of former Instagram and Apple engineers. The company specializes in developing a 360-degree camera that enables users to capture immersive photos and videos. Equipped with advanced stabilization technology, the camera ensures that the resulting content is shake-free and horizon-leveled, providing a cinematic quality that is appealing for sharing. In addition to the hardware, Rylo develops software that facilitates video editing, making it accessible for anyone to create and share professional-looking videos. As of December 2019, Rylo operates as a subsidiary of Visual Supply Company.
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.
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.
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.
Virident Systems
Series D in 2012
Virident Systems specializes in developing enterprise-class storage solutions utilizing Storage Class Memory (SCM) technologies, including flash memory, aimed at transforming data centers and cloud computing environments. The company addresses historical challenges associated with performance, reliability, and serviceability in storage technologies. Its flagship product, the tachIOn solid-state disk, offers significantly enhanced performance—4 to 10 times greater than competing products—while ensuring consistent reliability for data-intensive applications. Founded by experienced professionals from leading technology companies, Virident Systems has cultivated a team with deep expertise in flash technologies, empowering them to tackle complex challenges in modern data environments. Through its innovative hardware and software offerings, Virident Systems positions itself as a key player in the evolving landscape of enterprise storage solutions.
Avalanche Technology
Series D in 2012
Avalanche Technology, Inc. is a technology company based in Fremont, California, specializing in the development and marketing of non-volatile spin transfer torque magnetic random access memory (MRAM) devices. Founded in 2006, the company provides innovative memory solutions aimed at enhancing speed, endurance, and energy efficiency across a range of applications, including mobile devices, the Internet of Things, enterprise storage, computing, networking, telecommunications, and automotive industries. Avalanche Technology's products serve as alternatives to traditional static random access memory, flash, and read-only memory, utilizing perpendicular magnetic tunnel junction technology to deliver low power consumption. With a strong focus on research and development, the company holds a substantial portfolio of over 200 patents related to its cell, circuit, process, and system innovations, positioning itself as a leader in the evolving landscape of memory technology.
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.
Avalanche Technology
Series C in 2012
Avalanche Technology, Inc. is a technology company based in Fremont, California, specializing in the development and marketing of non-volatile spin transfer torque magnetic random access memory (MRAM) devices. Founded in 2006, the company provides innovative memory solutions aimed at enhancing speed, endurance, and energy efficiency across a range of applications, including mobile devices, the Internet of Things, enterprise storage, computing, networking, telecommunications, and automotive industries. Avalanche Technology's products serve as alternatives to traditional static random access memory, flash, and read-only memory, utilizing perpendicular magnetic tunnel junction technology to deliver low power consumption. With a strong focus on research and development, the company holds a substantial portfolio of over 200 patents related to its cell, circuit, process, and system innovations, positioning itself as a leader in the evolving landscape of memory technology.
Virident Systems
Series C in 2011
Virident Systems specializes in developing enterprise-class storage solutions utilizing Storage Class Memory (SCM) technologies, including flash memory, aimed at transforming data centers and cloud computing environments. The company addresses historical challenges associated with performance, reliability, and serviceability in storage technologies. Its flagship product, the tachIOn solid-state disk, offers significantly enhanced performance—4 to 10 times greater than competing products—while ensuring consistent reliability for data-intensive applications. Founded by experienced professionals from leading technology companies, Virident Systems has cultivated a team with deep expertise in flash technologies, empowering them to tackle complex challenges in modern data environments. Through its innovative hardware and software offerings, Virident Systems positions itself as a key player in the evolving landscape of enterprise storage solutions.
Virident Systems
Series B in 2010
Virident Systems specializes in developing enterprise-class storage solutions utilizing Storage Class Memory (SCM) technologies, including flash memory, aimed at transforming data centers and cloud computing environments. The company addresses historical challenges associated with performance, reliability, and serviceability in storage technologies. Its flagship product, the tachIOn solid-state disk, offers significantly enhanced performance—4 to 10 times greater than competing products—while ensuring consistent reliability for data-intensive applications. Founded by experienced professionals from leading technology companies, Virident Systems has cultivated a team with deep expertise in flash technologies, empowering them to tackle complex challenges in modern data environments. Through its innovative hardware and software offerings, Virident Systems positions itself as a key player in the evolving landscape of enterprise storage solutions.
DensBits Technologies
Series B in 2010
DensBits Technologies Ltd. specializes in developing NAND flash-based storage system technologies aimed at enhancing the performance and reliability of flash memory. The company's flagship product, the Memory Modem, integrates proprietary Error Correcting Coding (ECC), Digital Signal Processing (DSP), and management solutions to significantly improve flash memory reliability while maintaining low costs. This innovative technology is designed to support various flash-based storage systems, allowing manufacturers to utilize smaller process nodes and higher bits per cell. DensBits also offers a configurable ECC core engine and a DSP core engine that optimizes read and program operations. Headquartered in Haifa, Israel, DensBits has established strategic partnerships with leading flash manufacturers and storage providers to advance next-generation storage solutions. Founded in 2007, the company operates as a subsidiary of Broadcom Limited.
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.
Hantele
Series B in 2010
Hanson Communication Technology is a high-tech enterprise engaged in the provision of professional services for the R&D, planning, optimization, and integration of communication networks and relevant tool platforms. Founded in 2006, the company has passed the high-tech enteprise and double-soft enterprise certification of the Guandong Province. Hanson Communication Technology consistently upholds its advanced tools and professional services and its core business philosophy, while employing a team of technical professionals, 20% of whom come from original equipment manufacturers such as Ericsson, Nokia Siemens Networks, and more. The company has built a Miltie Standard end-to-end solution platform that provides comprehensive technical and consulting services for operators and equipment manufacturers.
Santur
Series E in 2009
Santur Corporation, established in November 2000, specializes in the development of laser array and packaging technologies tailored for the telecommunications sector. The company manufactures a range of opto-electronic products, including tunable lasers that play a critical role in generating, routing, and amplifying signals within optical networks. As communication systems evolve from static point-to-point configurations to more dynamic mesh and reconfigurable Wavelength Division Multiplexing (WDM) networks, the demand for tunable solutions has increased, enabling greater flexibility and cost efficiency in network design.
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.
Avalanche Technology
Series B in 2009
Avalanche Technology, Inc. is a technology company based in Fremont, California, specializing in the development and marketing of non-volatile spin transfer torque magnetic random access memory (MRAM) devices. Founded in 2006, the company provides innovative memory solutions aimed at enhancing speed, endurance, and energy efficiency across a range of applications, including mobile devices, the Internet of Things, enterprise storage, computing, networking, telecommunications, and automotive industries. Avalanche Technology's products serve as alternatives to traditional static random access memory, flash, and read-only memory, utilizing perpendicular magnetic tunnel junction technology to deliver low power consumption. With a strong focus on research and development, the company holds a substantial portfolio of over 200 patents related to its cell, circuit, process, and system innovations, positioning itself as a leader in the evolving landscape of memory technology.
Tribi Embedded Technologies Private
Venture Round in 2008
Manufacturers and exporters of all types of measuring instruments, 3 acces motion controller, ac drives, motor controller and electronic products.
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.
Miradia
Series C in 2007
Miradia is a manufacturer specializing in micro-electro-mechanical system (MEMS) products. The company employs advanced technology to integrate MEMS structures directly onto complementary metal-oxide semiconductors and utilizes wafer scale packaging. Established in 2003 and based in Sunnyvale, California, Miradia was previously known as XHP Microsystems, Inc. As of 2009, it operates as a subsidiary of Touch Micro-system Technology.
Santur
Series D in 2007
Santur Corporation, established in November 2000, specializes in the development of laser array and packaging technologies tailored for the telecommunications sector. The company manufactures a range of opto-electronic products, including tunable lasers that play a critical role in generating, routing, and amplifying signals within optical networks. As communication systems evolve from static point-to-point configurations to more dynamic mesh and reconfigurable Wavelength Division Multiplexing (WDM) networks, the demand for tunable solutions has increased, enabling greater flexibility and cost efficiency in network design.
LitePoint
Venture Round in 2007
LitePoint specializes in designing, developing, and supporting advanced wireless test solutions for a range of clients, including developers of wireless devices, consumer electronics manufacturers, and wireless integrated circuit designers. The company has played a significant role in optimizing and verifying the operation of over two billion cellular and connectivity devices globally. LitePoint's product offerings include IQview for WLAN product testing, IQnxn for characterizing and testing MIMO WiFi products, and IQnxnplus, a multi-stream MIMO tester for both WiMAX and WiFi products. These solutions are utilized in both development and high-volume manufacturing, helping customers enhance their return on investment, accelerate time-to-market, and improve product quality and manufacturing yields.
Open Silicon
Series D in 2007
Open-Silicon provides leading edge SoC and Custom IC design, open market IP integration, and high-quality silicon manufacturing services to customers worldwide. As a fabless company, Open-Silicon focuses on delivering the most cost-effective, predictable and reliable custom SoC solutions. The company partner with customers using flexible models that sometimes include full turnkey development from spec handoffs, and sometimes include only manufacturing services to take advantage of volume foundry, test, and packaging pricing. Since its founding in 2003, the company has focused on raising the bar on SoC execution, measuring the quality of engineering work and ability to hit customer schedules and reporting that to the board of directors at every board meeting.
Miradia
Series C in 2006
Miradia is a manufacturer specializing in micro-electro-mechanical system (MEMS) products. The company employs advanced technology to integrate MEMS structures directly onto complementary metal-oxide semiconductors and utilizes wafer scale packaging. Established in 2003 and based in Sunnyvale, California, Miradia was previously known as XHP Microsystems, Inc. As of 2009, it operates as a subsidiary of Touch Micro-system Technology.
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.
PowerFile
Series B in 2006
PowerFile is the leader in hybrid storage appliances for long-term storage of digital content and assets. The company's award-winning solutions combine the speed and simplicity of online access with better economics and integrity compared to traditional storage solutions, empowering organizations of all sizes to efficiently manage, secure, and preserve valuable digital assets. PowerFile's product offerings combine intelligent storage management software and sophisticated file management with cost-effective, robust hardware to deliver integrated, active, easy-to-use solutions.
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.
Santur
Series C in 2005
Santur Corporation, established in November 2000, specializes in the development of laser array and packaging technologies tailored for the telecommunications sector. The company manufactures a range of opto-electronic products, including tunable lasers that play a critical role in generating, routing, and amplifying signals within optical networks. As communication systems evolve from static point-to-point configurations to more dynamic mesh and reconfigurable Wavelength Division Multiplexing (WDM) networks, the demand for tunable solutions has increased, enabling greater flexibility and cost efficiency in network design.
Greenfield Networks
Series C in 2004
Greenfield Networks provides Ethernet switch silicon technology solutions for enterprise and metro applications primarily in India and internationally. The company offers a series of packet processors; G135 Intelligent Mux, which is a 12-port gigabit Ethernet (GE) intelligent multiplexer for GE linecards for enterprise and metro edge chassis systems; and G900 switch fabric that delivers wirespeed switching performance for its 10 Gbps fabric ports.
Miradia
Series B in 2004
Miradia is a manufacturer specializing in micro-electro-mechanical system (MEMS) products. The company employs advanced technology to integrate MEMS structures directly onto complementary metal-oxide semiconductors and utilizes wafer scale packaging. Established in 2003 and based in Sunnyvale, California, Miradia was previously known as XHP Microsystems, Inc. As of 2009, it operates as a subsidiary of Touch Micro-system Technology.
Open Silicon
Series B in 2004
Open-Silicon provides leading edge SoC and Custom IC design, open market IP integration, and high-quality silicon manufacturing services to customers worldwide. As a fabless company, Open-Silicon focuses on delivering the most cost-effective, predictable and reliable custom SoC solutions. The company partner with customers using flexible models that sometimes include full turnkey development from spec handoffs, and sometimes include only manufacturing services to take advantage of volume foundry, test, and packaging pricing. Since its founding in 2003, the company has focused on raising the bar on SoC execution, measuring the quality of engineering work and ability to hit customer schedules and reporting that to the board of directors at every board meeting.
Big Bear Networks
Series C in 2003
Big Bear Networks develops optical transponders and subassemblies for network operators.
Open Silicon
Series A in 2003
Open-Silicon provides leading edge SoC and Custom IC design, open market IP integration, and high-quality silicon manufacturing services to customers worldwide. As a fabless company, Open-Silicon focuses on delivering the most cost-effective, predictable and reliable custom SoC solutions. The company partner with customers using flexible models that sometimes include full turnkey development from spec handoffs, and sometimes include only manufacturing services to take advantage of volume foundry, test, and packaging pricing. Since its founding in 2003, the company has focused on raising the bar on SoC execution, measuring the quality of engineering work and ability to hit customer schedules and reporting that to the board of directors at every board meeting.
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.
Santera Systems
Series D in 2003
Santera Systems specializes in networking switching products for the communications market, focusing on solutions that facilitate voice and data transmission. The company offers a next-generation switch with trunk and line functionality, which supports the migration from circuit to packet technologies. Its core applications include enhanced voice switching, integrated voice and data switching, and voice over broadband. By implementing these solutions, Santera Systems helps businesses achieve substantial efficiencies, reducing both capital and operating costs by 50 to 70 percent.
Santur
Series B in 2002
Santur Corporation, established in November 2000, specializes in the development of laser array and packaging technologies tailored for the telecommunications sector. The company manufactures a range of opto-electronic products, including tunable lasers that play a critical role in generating, routing, and amplifying signals within optical networks. As communication systems evolve from static point-to-point configurations to more dynamic mesh and reconfigurable Wavelength Division Multiplexing (WDM) networks, the demand for tunable solutions has increased, enabling greater flexibility and cost efficiency in network design.
Big Bear Networks
Series B in 2002
Big Bear Networks develops optical transponders and subassemblies for network operators.
Solarflare
Series A in 2001
Solarflare Communications, Inc. is a fabless semiconductor and networking software company based in Irvine, California. Founded in 2001, it specializes in server networking solutions, offering a range of products including application acceleration software such as Onload and Cloud Onload, as well as security software like ServerLock and network monitoring tools like SolarCapture. The company's hardware offerings include Ethernet adapters, application onload engine FPGAs, and optical transceivers, which support applications in electronic trading, database caching, network storage, and server security. Solarflare's technologies are designed for ultra-scale, software-defined data centers and high-performance computing environments, facilitating the rapid adoption of advanced networking capabilities. The company distributes its products through various international distributors and value-added resellers, and has research and development facilities in multiple locations, including San Diego, Cambridge, and New Delhi. As of mid-2019, Solarflare operates as a subsidiary of Xilinx, Inc.
Santur
Venture Round in 2001
Santur Corporation, established in November 2000, specializes in the development of laser array and packaging technologies tailored for the telecommunications sector. The company manufactures a range of opto-electronic products, including tunable lasers that play a critical role in generating, routing, and amplifying signals within optical networks. As communication systems evolve from static point-to-point configurations to more dynamic mesh and reconfigurable Wavelength Division Multiplexing (WDM) networks, the demand for tunable solutions has increased, enabling greater flexibility and cost efficiency in network design.
Atoga Systems
Venture Round in 2001
Atoga Systems is a developer of networking equipment and applications that enable the delivery of high-speed broadband content in metro areas. The company designs, develops, and manufactures intelligent, integrated WDM platforms for the optical Internet. Its solutions allow internet service providers to broaden service offerings by increasing the performance capability of their network infrastructure and reducing their costs of operation. The company was founded in 1999 and is based in Fremont, California.
Santur
Series A in 2001
Santur Corporation, established in November 2000, specializes in the development of laser array and packaging technologies tailored for the telecommunications sector. The company manufactures a range of opto-electronic products, including tunable lasers that play a critical role in generating, routing, and amplifying signals within optical networks. As communication systems evolve from static point-to-point configurations to more dynamic mesh and reconfigurable Wavelength Division Multiplexing (WDM) networks, the demand for tunable solutions has increased, enabling greater flexibility and cost efficiency in network design.
Big Bear Networks
Series A in 2000
Big Bear Networks develops optical transponders and subassemblies for network operators.
Mahi Networks
Venture Round in 2000
Mahi Networks specializes in providing optical transport, switching, and aggregation solutions for multiple system operators and cable wireline carriers globally. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Piscataway, New Jersey, the company focuses on helping service providers transition to simpler and cost-effective infrastructures. Mahi's key offerings include the Mahi Mi7, a 320 Gbit multi-service switching system, and the Vx7 Multi-Service Core Transport System equipped with ROADM capabilities. To address the growing demand for IP and SAN services, Mahi introduced a 10-port Multi-Service ADM Transponder capable of supporting various client interfaces, alongside a 10G Multi-Service Transponder that accommodates high-speed services. Mahi Networks was later acquired by Meriton Networks, enhancing its market presence and technological capabilities.
Santera Systems
Series B in 2000
Santera Systems specializes in networking switching products for the communications market, focusing on solutions that facilitate voice and data transmission. The company offers a next-generation switch with trunk and line functionality, which supports the migration from circuit to packet technologies. Its core applications include enhanced voice switching, integrated voice and data switching, and voice over broadband. By implementing these solutions, Santera Systems helps businesses achieve substantial efficiencies, reducing both capital and operating costs by 50 to 70 percent.
Avanex
Series D in 1999
Avanex was an optical components company designing and manufacturing optical components primarily for fiber-optic communication networks.
Avanex
Series B in 1998
Avanex was an optical components company designing and manufacturing optical components primarily for fiber-optic communication networks.
Nvidia
Seed Round in 1993
Nvidia is a prominent computing platform company known for its innovation in graphics processing technologies, high-performance computing, and artificial intelligence. The company specializes in the design and manufacture of graphics processing units (GPUs), which have traditionally enhanced gaming experiences on personal computers but are increasingly utilized in various AI applications. In addition to its hardware offerings, Nvidia provides the Cuda software platform, which facilitates the development and training of AI models. The company is also expanding its capabilities in data center networking solutions, enabling the integration of multiple GPUs to efficiently manage complex workloads. Through these advancements, Nvidia continues to play a critical role in shaping the technology landscape.
Applied Micro Circuits
Venture Round in 1987
Applied Micro Circuits Corporation specializes in silicon solutions for cloud infrastructure and data centers, as well as connectivity products for communication equipment across various sectors. The company offers a range of products, including the X-Gene family of server processors based on the ARMv8 architecture, aimed at mainstream cloud and data center applications. Additionally, it provides the HeliX family of embedded processors and PowerPC products for use in wireless access points, gateways, and networking equipment. Applied Micro also develops connectivity products such as networking physical layer devices and framer solutions for optical networks, catering to service providers and enterprises. Founded in 1979 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, the company operates as a subsidiary of MACOM Technology Solutions Holdings, serving customers globally through direct sales and a network of representatives and distributors.
PMC-Sierra
Venture Round in 1984
PMC-Sierra®, the premier Internet infrastructure semiconductor solution provider, offers its customers technical and sales support worldwide through a network of offices in North America, Europe, Israel and Asia. PMC-Sierra provides semiconductor solutions for Enterprise Storage, Wide Area Network Infrastructure, Fiber To The Home, and Laser Printer markets. The Company is publicly traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market under the PMCS symbol.
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.
Blues Wireless
Blues Wireless Inc. is a Seattle-based company that specializes in manufacturing cellular embedded Internet of Things (IoT) equipment. Founded in 2018, the company offers a product called Notecard, which is a system-on-module (SOM) that integrates prepaid cellular connectivity, hardware design, and software integration. This all-in-one solution facilitates secure communications for cloud-based monitoring and connected operations, making cellular IoT more accessible and developer-friendly. Blues Wireless is focused on enhancing connectivity for individuals and businesses by leveraging the capabilities of cellular IoT technology.
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