DriveNets
Series C in 2022
DriveNets Ltd. is a software company based in Ra’anana, Israel, with an additional office in Red Bank, New Jersey, focused on developing innovative solutions for communications service provider networks. Founded in 2015, DriveNets has created the Network Cloud, a software-centric routing infrastructure that offers a comprehensive routing stack, data-path control, and central management capabilities. This cloud-native solution enables operators to disaggregate their network infrastructure from core to edge, similar to the practices of hyperscalers in the cloud industry. By utilizing standard networking white boxes, DriveNets allows communications service providers to enhance profitability and reduce complexity, while facilitating automated operations and fostering innovation through on-demand infrastructure.
WiredScore
Series B in 2022
WiredScore is the organization behind Wired Certification, the internationally recognized digital connectivity rating system for commercial real estate that helps landlords design and promote their buildings' great digital connectivity to tenants. In an increasingly tech-driven economy, connectivity is fast becoming the most critical requirement for tenants when selecting office space. The widely recognized Wired Certification seal is a trusted symbol that identifies buildings that have been independently certified to provide the best-in-class connectivity infrastructure that businesses require to thrive. WiredScore launched Wired Certification in partnership with Mayor Bloomberg and the City of New York in 2013. Since then, more than 400M Sq. Ft. of office space has been certified across North America and Europe. Including buildings owned by premier landlords such as Blackstone, Brookfield, and Hines. Over 4 million tenants in more than 1,400 buildings globally trust Wired Certification as the benchmark for best-in-class office connectivity. For more information on Wired Certification or to find Wired Certified buildings, visit: http://wiredscore.com/
Rupa Health
Series A in 2022
Rupa Health is a telehealth solution designed to facilitate root-cause medicine by streamlining the process of lab test ordering and management. The company operates a web-based lab portal that assists healthcare professionals in ordering specialty lab work, managing samples, and receiving results efficiently. Rupa Health's platform allows for the seamless ordering, tracking, and billing of lab tests, integrating with various lab companies and electronic health records. It offers custom lab bundles and flexible payment options, catering to both in-person and telehealth patients. The service does not require membership or subscription fees, providing discounted wholesale prices for patients while enhancing the overall efficiency of labwork management for practitioners.
DriveNets
Series B in 2021
DriveNets Ltd. is a software company based in Ra’anana, Israel, with an additional office in Red Bank, New Jersey, focused on developing innovative solutions for communications service provider networks. Founded in 2015, DriveNets has created the Network Cloud, a software-centric routing infrastructure that offers a comprehensive routing stack, data-path control, and central management capabilities. This cloud-native solution enables operators to disaggregate their network infrastructure from core to edge, similar to the practices of hyperscalers in the cloud industry. By utilizing standard networking white boxes, DriveNets allows communications service providers to enhance profitability and reduce complexity, while facilitating automated operations and fostering innovation through on-demand infrastructure.
Fuze, an 8x8 company
Venture Round in 2021
Fuze is a global, cloud-based unified communications platform that empowers productivity and delivers insights across the enterprise by enabling simplified business voice communications, flexible video conferencing, and always-on collaboration. Fuze allows the modern, mobile workforce to seamlessly communicate anytime, anywhere, across any device. Fuze was acquired by 8x8.
Affirmed Networks
Venture Round in 2019
Affirmed Networks, Inc. specializes in mobile content cloud solutions, offering a range of services aimed at enhancing mobile data networks for customers globally. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Acton, Massachusetts, the company provides virtualization and network functions that include a cloud-based virtual mobile network, service creation tools, and critical data communication services for the telecommunications sector. Its key offerings include the Affirmed Service Automation Platform, which helps mobile operators reduce time-to-market and operational costs for new services, as well as the Affirmed UnityCloud 5G core, a cloud-native solution designed to facilitate the deployment of 5G networks. By integrating advanced technologies like network slicing and optimized IoT access, Affirmed Networks enables communication service providers to scale efficiently while minimizing capital and operational expenditures associated with complex network infrastructures.
Whisbi
Venture Round in 2018
Whisbi is a provider of a mobile-first conversational sales and marketing platform tailored for B2C enterprises. Their innovative solution enhances sales conversion and customer engagement by consolidating various communication channels—such as video calls, chat, and voice—into a user-friendly interface. By integrating seamlessly with existing systems, including call centers and physical stores, Whisbi enables businesses to create a cohesive omnichannel experience that boosts online conversion rates. Their platform is supported by a business intelligence engine that ensures the optimal communication channel is utilized for each customer interaction. Whisbi's expertise spans multiple industries, including telecommunications, automotive, travel, and banking, allowing them to offer valuable insights and a robust conversational platform for sales and marketing efforts.
WiredScore
Series A in 2018
WiredScore is the organization behind Wired Certification, the internationally recognized digital connectivity rating system for commercial real estate that helps landlords design and promote their buildings' great digital connectivity to tenants. In an increasingly tech-driven economy, connectivity is fast becoming the most critical requirement for tenants when selecting office space. The widely recognized Wired Certification seal is a trusted symbol that identifies buildings that have been independently certified to provide the best-in-class connectivity infrastructure that businesses require to thrive. WiredScore launched Wired Certification in partnership with Mayor Bloomberg and the City of New York in 2013. Since then, more than 400M Sq. Ft. of office space has been certified across North America and Europe. Including buildings owned by premier landlords such as Blackstone, Brookfield, and Hines. Over 4 million tenants in more than 1,400 buildings globally trust Wired Certification as the benchmark for best-in-class office connectivity. For more information on Wired Certification or to find Wired Certified buildings, visit: http://wiredscore.com/
Fuze, an 8x8 company
Series F in 2018
Fuze is a global, cloud-based unified communications platform that empowers productivity and delivers insights across the enterprise by enabling simplified business voice communications, flexible video conferencing, and always-on collaboration. Fuze allows the modern, mobile workforce to seamlessly communicate anytime, anywhere, across any device. Fuze was acquired by 8x8.
WiredScore
Venture Round in 2017
WiredScore is the organization behind Wired Certification, the internationally recognized digital connectivity rating system for commercial real estate that helps landlords design and promote their buildings' great digital connectivity to tenants. In an increasingly tech-driven economy, connectivity is fast becoming the most critical requirement for tenants when selecting office space. The widely recognized Wired Certification seal is a trusted symbol that identifies buildings that have been independently certified to provide the best-in-class connectivity infrastructure that businesses require to thrive. WiredScore launched Wired Certification in partnership with Mayor Bloomberg and the City of New York in 2013. Since then, more than 400M Sq. Ft. of office space has been certified across North America and Europe. Including buildings owned by premier landlords such as Blackstone, Brookfield, and Hines. Over 4 million tenants in more than 1,400 buildings globally trust Wired Certification as the benchmark for best-in-class office connectivity. For more information on Wired Certification or to find Wired Certified buildings, visit: http://wiredscore.com/
Fuze, an 8x8 company
Series E in 2017
Fuze is a global, cloud-based unified communications platform that empowers productivity and delivers insights across the enterprise by enabling simplified business voice communications, flexible video conferencing, and always-on collaboration. Fuze allows the modern, mobile workforce to seamlessly communicate anytime, anywhere, across any device. Fuze was acquired by 8x8.
Docent Health
Series A in 2016
Docent Health, based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, develops an enterprise consumer engagement platform aimed at enhancing patient care. The company focuses on helping health systems build and maintain lasting relationships with patients by integrating advanced consumer technology and hospitality-inspired service. Its platform combines digital and human interactions to provide personalized support through real-time text messaging, ensuring that patients receive empathetic and tailored experiences related to their clinical care. By leveraging best practices from various industries, Docent Health seeks to promote customer-centric care, ultimately increasing patient lifetime value and assisting healthcare organizations in expanding their market share.
Vasona Networks
Series C in 2016
Vasona Networks, Inc. is a technology company based in San Jose, California, focused on improving the performance of mobile networks for global operators. Founded in 2006, it develops a range of solutions designed to enhance subscriber experiences by effectively managing mobile data traffic. The company's flagship product, smartAir, is a mobile-edge computing platform that addresses traffic issues at the cell level, while smartVISION provides insights into network performance and user experiences. Additionally, Vasona's RateControl technology allows for precise bandwidth allocation based on user needs. The company also offers network transformation services that enable third-party developers to access real-time data on network conditions, facilitating smarter investment decisions for operators. As of September 2018, Vasona Networks operates as a subsidiary of Zephyr Telecommunications, Inc.
Fuze, an 8x8 company
Series D in 2016
Fuze is a global, cloud-based unified communications platform that empowers productivity and delivers insights across the enterprise by enabling simplified business voice communications, flexible video conferencing, and always-on collaboration. Fuze allows the modern, mobile workforce to seamlessly communicate anytime, anywhere, across any device. Fuze was acquired by 8x8.
Docent Health
Seed Round in 2016
Docent Health, based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, develops an enterprise consumer engagement platform aimed at enhancing patient care. The company focuses on helping health systems build and maintain lasting relationships with patients by integrating advanced consumer technology and hospitality-inspired service. Its platform combines digital and human interactions to provide personalized support through real-time text messaging, ensuring that patients receive empathetic and tailored experiences related to their clinical care. By leveraging best practices from various industries, Docent Health seeks to promote customer-centric care, ultimately increasing patient lifetime value and assisting healthcare organizations in expanding their market share.
Twilio is a cloud-based communications platform that provides developers and businesses with the tools to create customized communication experiences. By offering a range of application programming interfaces (APIs), Twilio allows users to integrate voice, video, messaging, and authentication features directly into their applications. This enables enhanced customer engagement and more contextual communications. The company utilizes its global network of carrier relationships, known as the Super Network, to ensure efficient and cost-effective communication solutions. Additionally, Twilio supports startups in Europe through its dedicated fund, which encourages the use of its web service APIs to foster innovation in various business sectors.
Qwilt Inc. specializes in online video delivery and open video caching solutions tailored for cable, telecom, and mobile service providers. Established in 2010 and located in Redwood City, California, the company offers a platform called Open Edge Cloud, which enhances streaming experiences through a managed system and open APIs for content delivery networks (CDNs) and publishers. Its Open Caching technology enables service providers to integrate their content delivery infrastructure into a global CDN, facilitating seamless video delivery without disrupting existing network operations. Qwilt's solutions also include video intelligence and quality of experience tools aimed at improving service for fixed and mobile operators, as well as educational institutions. The company partners with leading content publishers and service providers worldwide to deliver high-performance media and applications at the edge of networks, thereby enhancing reliability and user experience. Qwilt is recognized as a leader in the Open Caching movement and is a founding member of the Streaming Video Technology Alliance.
Applied solar Technologies
Venture Round in 2015
AST provides off-grid solar power to the telecom and banking sectors. Off-grid power is electricity generated from renewable energy sources without accessing the main grid. The firm offers alternative power sources to telecom operators and banks which often rely on diesel-based power generation for infrastructure such as telecom towers and ATMs.
Fuze, an 8x8 company
Series C in 2014
Fuze is a global, cloud-based unified communications platform that empowers productivity and delivers insights across the enterprise by enabling simplified business voice communications, flexible video conferencing, and always-on collaboration. Fuze allows the modern, mobile workforce to seamlessly communicate anytime, anywhere, across any device. Fuze was acquired by 8x8.
Sedona Systems
Series A in 2014
Sedona Systems has developed NetFusion, a multi-layer application platform aimed at optimizing and controlling the optical and IP layers (L0-L3) of service provider networks. This platform enables service providers to achieve optically-aware IP routing and IP-informed optical switching, effectively doubling WAN capacity while enhancing agility, availability, and flexibility. By utilizing centralized open-source software, NetFusion connects seamlessly with equipment from major vendors through SDN controllers or management systems. The platform automates the management of both optical and IP resources, significantly improving operational efficiency and providing full visibility into transport and routing. As a result, Sedona Systems’ solutions can lead to substantial cost savings, potentially reducing core network expenses by up to 80% over five years.
NewVoiceMedia
Series E in 2014
NewVoiceMedia Limited is a provider of cloud contact center solutions that enhance customer communications for businesses worldwide. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Basingstoke, United Kingdom, the company offers a range of services including inbound call center software, mobile and remote working capabilities, and disaster recovery solutions that integrate with existing technologies. NewVoiceMedia’s platform allows organizations to connect various communication channels seamlessly, eliminating the need for costly hardware changes and enabling full integration with customer relationship management (CRM) systems. This empowers businesses to improve their sales and customer service operations while maintaining flexibility in their workforce management. The company serves over 750 clients globally, including notable names such as MobileIron and JustGiving. In 2018, NewVoiceMedia became a subsidiary of Vonage Holdings Corp.
Benestra
Venture Round in 2014
Benestra is a national telecommunications operator that specializes in providing a wide range of services to businesses. Its offerings include voice, data, internet, and hosting services, all of which come with contractually guaranteed quality. By focusing on B2B solutions, Benestra aims to deliver reliable telecommunications infrastructure that meets the diverse needs of its clients.
ColorChip
Venture Round in 2013
ColorChip designs and manufactures optical sub-systems and components for the Datacom and Telecom markets. These sub-systems and components are based on Application Specific Photonic Integrated Circuits (ASPICs) that leverage the company's unique and robust PLC technology.
Fuze, an 8x8 company
Series B in 2013
Fuze is a global, cloud-based unified communications platform that empowers productivity and delivers insights across the enterprise by enabling simplified business voice communications, flexible video conferencing, and always-on collaboration. Fuze allows the modern, mobile workforce to seamlessly communicate anytime, anywhere, across any device. Fuze was acquired by 8x8.
NewVoiceMedia
Series C in 2013
NewVoiceMedia Limited is a provider of cloud contact center solutions that enhance customer communications for businesses worldwide. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Basingstoke, United Kingdom, the company offers a range of services including inbound call center software, mobile and remote working capabilities, and disaster recovery solutions that integrate with existing technologies. NewVoiceMedia’s platform allows organizations to connect various communication channels seamlessly, eliminating the need for costly hardware changes and enabling full integration with customer relationship management (CRM) systems. This empowers businesses to improve their sales and customer service operations while maintaining flexibility in their workforce management. The company serves over 750 clients globally, including notable names such as MobileIron and JustGiving. In 2018, NewVoiceMedia became a subsidiary of Vonage Holdings Corp.
Qwilt Inc. specializes in online video delivery and open video caching solutions tailored for cable, telecom, and mobile service providers. Established in 2010 and located in Redwood City, California, the company offers a platform called Open Edge Cloud, which enhances streaming experiences through a managed system and open APIs for content delivery networks (CDNs) and publishers. Its Open Caching technology enables service providers to integrate their content delivery infrastructure into a global CDN, facilitating seamless video delivery without disrupting existing network operations. Qwilt's solutions also include video intelligence and quality of experience tools aimed at improving service for fixed and mobile operators, as well as educational institutions. The company partners with leading content publishers and service providers worldwide to deliver high-performance media and applications at the edge of networks, thereby enhancing reliability and user experience. Qwilt is recognized as a leader in the Open Caching movement and is a founding member of the Streaming Video Technology Alliance.
Altair Semiconductor
Series E in 2013
Altair is a fabless semiconductor company based in Israel that is developing state of the art, ultra low power mobile WiMAX silicon solutions optimized for handsets and handheld devices. Altair was founded in May 2005 by former Texas Instruments executives with extensive broadband and wireless silicon experience. Their products are the smallest, lowest power solutions in the industry, offering superb mobility performance and enabling the migration of WiMAX from a fixed wireless PC technology to a true next generation mobile technology. Altair's management and technology executives were among the founding team of Libit Signal Processing, a fabless chip company acquired by Texas Instruments in 1999 for $365 million. The company's world class scientists, algorithm, VLSI and software engineers have in the past, jointly developed over twenty complex mixed-signal silicon products, spanning six different broadband wired and wireless technologies. Altair is a principal member of the WiMAX Forum and a member of the IEEE802.16e.
Twilio is a cloud-based communications platform that provides developers and businesses with the tools to create customized communication experiences. By offering a range of application programming interfaces (APIs), Twilio allows users to integrate voice, video, messaging, and authentication features directly into their applications. This enables enhanced customer engagement and more contextual communications. The company utilizes its global network of carrier relationships, known as the Super Network, to ensure efficient and cost-effective communication solutions. Additionally, Twilio supports startups in Europe through its dedicated fund, which encourages the use of its web service APIs to foster innovation in various business sectors.
Affirmed Networks
Series C in 2013
Affirmed Networks, Inc. specializes in mobile content cloud solutions, offering a range of services aimed at enhancing mobile data networks for customers globally. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Acton, Massachusetts, the company provides virtualization and network functions that include a cloud-based virtual mobile network, service creation tools, and critical data communication services for the telecommunications sector. Its key offerings include the Affirmed Service Automation Platform, which helps mobile operators reduce time-to-market and operational costs for new services, as well as the Affirmed UnityCloud 5G core, a cloud-native solution designed to facilitate the deployment of 5G networks. By integrating advanced technologies like network slicing and optimized IoT access, Affirmed Networks enables communication service providers to scale efficiently while minimizing capital and operational expenditures associated with complex network infrastructures.
Vasona Networks
Series B in 2013
Vasona Networks, Inc. is a technology company based in San Jose, California, focused on improving the performance of mobile networks for global operators. Founded in 2006, it develops a range of solutions designed to enhance subscriber experiences by effectively managing mobile data traffic. The company's flagship product, smartAir, is a mobile-edge computing platform that addresses traffic issues at the cell level, while smartVISION provides insights into network performance and user experiences. Additionally, Vasona's RateControl technology allows for precise bandwidth allocation based on user needs. The company also offers network transformation services that enable third-party developers to access real-time data on network conditions, facilitating smarter investment decisions for operators. As of September 2018, Vasona Networks operates as a subsidiary of Zephyr Telecommunications, Inc.
ColorChip
Venture Round in 2013
ColorChip designs and manufactures optical sub-systems and components for the Datacom and Telecom markets. These sub-systems and components are based on Application Specific Photonic Integrated Circuits (ASPICs) that leverage the company's unique and robust PLC technology.
Odin
Venture Round in 2013
Odin provides the software that powers the cloud ecosystem, from small and local hosters to some of the world’s largest telecommunication companies. By partnering with Odin, service providers gain access to industry expertise, a catalog of the most in-demand cloud applications, and the most comprehensive selection of software including web server management, server virtualization, provisioning, and billing automation.
Fuze, an 8x8 company
Series A in 2012
Fuze is a global, cloud-based unified communications platform that empowers productivity and delivers insights across the enterprise by enabling simplified business voice communications, flexible video conferencing, and always-on collaboration. Fuze allows the modern, mobile workforce to seamlessly communicate anytime, anywhere, across any device. Fuze was acquired by 8x8.
Twilio is a cloud-based communications platform that provides developers and businesses with the tools to create customized communication experiences. By offering a range of application programming interfaces (APIs), Twilio allows users to integrate voice, video, messaging, and authentication features directly into their applications. This enables enhanced customer engagement and more contextual communications. The company utilizes its global network of carrier relationships, known as the Super Network, to ensure efficient and cost-effective communication solutions. Additionally, Twilio supports startups in Europe through its dedicated fund, which encourages the use of its web service APIs to foster innovation in various business sectors.
Vasona Networks
Series A in 2011
Vasona Networks, Inc. is a technology company based in San Jose, California, focused on improving the performance of mobile networks for global operators. Founded in 2006, it develops a range of solutions designed to enhance subscriber experiences by effectively managing mobile data traffic. The company's flagship product, smartAir, is a mobile-edge computing platform that addresses traffic issues at the cell level, while smartVISION provides insights into network performance and user experiences. Additionally, Vasona's RateControl technology allows for precise bandwidth allocation based on user needs. The company also offers network transformation services that enable third-party developers to access real-time data on network conditions, facilitating smarter investment decisions for operators. As of September 2018, Vasona Networks operates as a subsidiary of Zephyr Telecommunications, Inc.
Altair Semiconductor
Series D in 2011
Altair is a fabless semiconductor company based in Israel that is developing state of the art, ultra low power mobile WiMAX silicon solutions optimized for handsets and handheld devices. Altair was founded in May 2005 by former Texas Instruments executives with extensive broadband and wireless silicon experience. Their products are the smallest, lowest power solutions in the industry, offering superb mobility performance and enabling the migration of WiMAX from a fixed wireless PC technology to a true next generation mobile technology. Altair's management and technology executives were among the founding team of Libit Signal Processing, a fabless chip company acquired by Texas Instruments in 1999 for $365 million. The company's world class scientists, algorithm, VLSI and software engineers have in the past, jointly developed over twenty complex mixed-signal silicon products, spanning six different broadband wired and wireless technologies. Altair is a principal member of the WiMAX Forum and a member of the IEEE802.16e.
Intucell, founded in 2008 and based in HaMerkaz, Israel, specializes in self-optimizing network solutions for radio operators. The company develops advanced software that enhances mobile traffic management by providing real-time visibility of Radio Access Networks. Its technology utilizes operational support system data to automatically manage and synchronize network elements, allowing mobile carriers to effectively plan, configure, manage, optimize, and heal their cellular networks in response to real-time demands. This capability enables more efficient utilization of radio access networks, ultimately improving overall network performance.
Twilio is a cloud-based communications platform that provides developers and businesses with the tools to create customized communication experiences. By offering a range of application programming interfaces (APIs), Twilio allows users to integrate voice, video, messaging, and authentication features directly into their applications. This enables enhanced customer engagement and more contextual communications. The company utilizes its global network of carrier relationships, known as the Super Network, to ensure efficient and cost-effective communication solutions. Additionally, Twilio supports startups in Europe through its dedicated fund, which encourages the use of its web service APIs to foster innovation in various business sectors.
Siano Mobile Silicon
Series D in 2010
Siano Mobile Silicon Ltd. specializes in mobile broadcast digital television (MDTV) solutions, focusing on the development of silicon receiver chips tailored for mobile communications and consumer electronics. The company's product offerings include multi-standard MDTV receiver chips compatible with various broadcasting standards such as CMMB, DVB-T, DVB-H, ISDB-T, T-DMB, DAB, and DAB+. Siano also produces accessories like Meron, which enables live TV streaming through WiFi on smartphones and tablets, and Carmel, which connects directly to iPads and iPhones for high-quality live broadcasts. The company caters to diverse markets, including North America, Latin America, and China, providing integrated solutions for devices such as smartphones, set-top boxes, automotive infotainment systems, and portable multimedia players. In addition to hardware, Siano offers a software suite that includes DTV player applications and technical support services. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Kfar Netter, Israel, Siano has expanded its presence internationally with offices in Brazil, Argentina, Korea, and China.
Twilio is a cloud-based communications platform that provides developers and businesses with the tools to create customized communication experiences. By offering a range of application programming interfaces (APIs), Twilio allows users to integrate voice, video, messaging, and authentication features directly into their applications. This enables enhanced customer engagement and more contextual communications. The company utilizes its global network of carrier relationships, known as the Super Network, to ensure efficient and cost-effective communication solutions. Additionally, Twilio supports startups in Europe through its dedicated fund, which encourages the use of its web service APIs to foster innovation in various business sectors.
Twilio is a cloud-based communications platform that provides developers and businesses with the tools to create customized communication experiences. By offering a range of application programming interfaces (APIs), Twilio allows users to integrate voice, video, messaging, and authentication features directly into their applications. This enables enhanced customer engagement and more contextual communications. The company utilizes its global network of carrier relationships, known as the Super Network, to ensure efficient and cost-effective communication solutions. Additionally, Twilio supports startups in Europe through its dedicated fund, which encourages the use of its web service APIs to foster innovation in various business sectors.
Siano Mobile Silicon
Series C in 2008
Siano Mobile Silicon Ltd. specializes in mobile broadcast digital television (MDTV) solutions, focusing on the development of silicon receiver chips tailored for mobile communications and consumer electronics. The company's product offerings include multi-standard MDTV receiver chips compatible with various broadcasting standards such as CMMB, DVB-T, DVB-H, ISDB-T, T-DMB, DAB, and DAB+. Siano also produces accessories like Meron, which enables live TV streaming through WiFi on smartphones and tablets, and Carmel, which connects directly to iPads and iPhones for high-quality live broadcasts. The company caters to diverse markets, including North America, Latin America, and China, providing integrated solutions for devices such as smartphones, set-top boxes, automotive infotainment systems, and portable multimedia players. In addition to hardware, Siano offers a software suite that includes DTV player applications and technical support services. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Kfar Netter, Israel, Siano has expanded its presence internationally with offices in Brazil, Argentina, Korea, and China.
Axis Network Technology
Venture Round in 2008
Axis is a vendor of platform based, software reconfigurable digital radios, subsystems and IP to OEMs for deployment in WiMAX and LTE networks worldwide. Its 2x2, 4x4 and 8x8 Remote Radio Heads, and the innovative multimode software that drives them, enable WiMAX services to be delivered in the USA, Asia and Europe, with s efficiency performance that helps network operators to minimize CAPEX and OPEX. Important assets for Axis include digital and RF design, and an ecosystem, which includes an established logistics chain and key partnerships with semiconductor vendors.
Enforta uses a variety of technologies (including WiMAX) to offer Russians internet, telephone, VPN and custom telecom/IT solutions. The company serves more than 7000 clients in 18 cities of Russia. Complete service packages including both voice and data services start at $20 per month. In December of 2003 Enforta acquired ZAO Prestige Internet and in 2005 they acquired OOO Evgenia. Later in 2005 the company launched its first wireless broadband services. The name "Enforta" is derived from the Latin word "forte" (strong) and the English word "enforce" (to strengthen), which makes sense since the company is trying to "strengthen" customer communications.
Kajeet, Inc. is a wireless service provider based in McLean, Virginia, specializing in mobile broadband solutions tailored for students and their families in the United States. Founded in 2003, the company addresses the Homework Gap by offering affordable, pay-as-you-go cell phone services and prepaid smartphones with no-contract plans. Kajeet's flagship products include the SmartSpot, a portable Wi-Fi hotspot, and the SmartBus, which provides Wi-Fi on school buses. These solutions, supported by the Sentinel cloud portal, enable schools to provide customizable, filtered Internet access that complies with safety regulations, ensuring that students can focus on their education while accessing necessary resources outside of traditional classroom settings. Kajeet is committed to connecting disadvantaged students to the tools they need to succeed academically.
BroadSoft
Series D in 2007
BroadSoft, Inc. specializes in developing software and services that facilitate hosted cloud-based unified communications for telecommunications service providers. Its offerings include UC-One, a comprehensive communication and collaboration solution that integrates various business functions such as phone services, messaging, audio and video conferencing, and file sharing. Additionally, BroadSoft provides Team-One, a collaboration tool for project organization and file sharing; BroadSoft Hub, which integrates real-time communications with cloud applications; and CC-One, a contact center solution enabling multi-channel interactions with customers. The company serves over 500 telecommunications clients, including 18 of the largest carriers globally, and operates in more than 70 countries. BroadSoft also offers a range of professional support services, including installation, project management, and training. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Gaithersburg, Maryland, BroadSoft has been a subsidiary of Cisco Systems since February 2018.
Altair Semiconductor
Series B in 2007
Altair is a fabless semiconductor company based in Israel that is developing state of the art, ultra low power mobile WiMAX silicon solutions optimized for handsets and handheld devices. Altair was founded in May 2005 by former Texas Instruments executives with extensive broadband and wireless silicon experience. Their products are the smallest, lowest power solutions in the industry, offering superb mobility performance and enabling the migration of WiMAX from a fixed wireless PC technology to a true next generation mobile technology. Altair's management and technology executives were among the founding team of Libit Signal Processing, a fabless chip company acquired by Texas Instruments in 1999 for $365 million. The company's world class scientists, algorithm, VLSI and software engineers have in the past, jointly developed over twenty complex mixed-signal silicon products, spanning six different broadband wired and wireless technologies. Altair is a principal member of the WiMAX Forum and a member of the IEEE802.16e.
ColorChip
Series C in 2007
ColorChip designs and manufactures optical sub-systems and components for the Datacom and Telecom markets. These sub-systems and components are based on Application Specific Photonic Integrated Circuits (ASPICs) that leverage the company's unique and robust PLC technology.
Siano Mobile Silicon
Series B in 2006
Siano Mobile Silicon Ltd. specializes in mobile broadcast digital television (MDTV) solutions, focusing on the development of silicon receiver chips tailored for mobile communications and consumer electronics. The company's product offerings include multi-standard MDTV receiver chips compatible with various broadcasting standards such as CMMB, DVB-T, DVB-H, ISDB-T, T-DMB, DAB, and DAB+. Siano also produces accessories like Meron, which enables live TV streaming through WiFi on smartphones and tablets, and Carmel, which connects directly to iPads and iPhones for high-quality live broadcasts. The company caters to diverse markets, including North America, Latin America, and China, providing integrated solutions for devices such as smartphones, set-top boxes, automotive infotainment systems, and portable multimedia players. In addition to hardware, Siano offers a software suite that includes DTV player applications and technical support services. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Kfar Netter, Israel, Siano has expanded its presence internationally with offices in Brazil, Argentina, Korea, and China.
ColorChip
Series B in 2006
ColorChip designs and manufactures optical sub-systems and components for the Datacom and Telecom markets. These sub-systems and components are based on Application Specific Photonic Integrated Circuits (ASPICs) that leverage the company's unique and robust PLC technology.
Pure Networks
Series B in 2006
Pure Networks, Inc. is a provider of networking software and services primarily catering to home users, small businesses, original equipment manufacturers, and broadband and Internet service providers in the United States. Founded in 2002 and based in Seattle, Washington, the company offers a range of products designed to simplify network management and enhance security. Notable offerings include Network Magic Pro, which enables users to set up and manage their networks easily, and Speed Meter Pro, a utility for diagnosing network connections. For corporate clients, Pure Networks provides platforms such as Networks Platform Technology, which helps manufacturers create customizable installations, and Pure Networks Support Solutions, aimed at reducing service providers' support costs. The company focuses on delivering tools that facilitate efficient network setup and maintenance, supporting various client needs in the ever-evolving networking landscape.
Kajeet, Inc. is a wireless service provider based in McLean, Virginia, specializing in mobile broadband solutions tailored for students and their families in the United States. Founded in 2003, the company addresses the Homework Gap by offering affordable, pay-as-you-go cell phone services and prepaid smartphones with no-contract plans. Kajeet's flagship products include the SmartSpot, a portable Wi-Fi hotspot, and the SmartBus, which provides Wi-Fi on school buses. These solutions, supported by the Sentinel cloud portal, enable schools to provide customizable, filtered Internet access that complies with safety regulations, ensuring that students can focus on their education while accessing necessary resources outside of traditional classroom settings. Kajeet is committed to connecting disadvantaged students to the tools they need to succeed academically.
MForma Group
Series D in 2005
MFORMA is a leading global publisher and distributor of mobile entertainment. MFORMA provides wireless operators and their customers with the world's best content and brands, and provides developers and brand owners with the shortest route to market. MFORMA's customers include more than 100 of the world's leading wireless carriers. In addition to the industry's most comprehensive catalog of BREW, Java, SMS, MMS, and WAP games, MFORMA also provides sports, lifestyle, and information services subscription products. MFORMA's carrier-grade platform manages the delivery of downloadable games and applications for some of the world's largest carriers. MFORMA is a U.S. corporation with offices in San Francisco (headquarters), San Diego, and Los Angeles, California; Bellevue, Washington; London and Manchester, England; Shanghai and Beijing, China; and Seoul, Korea.
MForma Group
Series C in 2005
MFORMA is a leading global publisher and distributor of mobile entertainment. MFORMA provides wireless operators and their customers with the world's best content and brands, and provides developers and brand owners with the shortest route to market. MFORMA's customers include more than 100 of the world's leading wireless carriers. In addition to the industry's most comprehensive catalog of BREW, Java, SMS, MMS, and WAP games, MFORMA also provides sports, lifestyle, and information services subscription products. MFORMA's carrier-grade platform manages the delivery of downloadable games and applications for some of the world's largest carriers. MFORMA is a U.S. corporation with offices in San Francisco (headquarters), San Diego, and Los Angeles, California; Bellevue, Washington; London and Manchester, England; Shanghai and Beijing, China; and Seoul, Korea.
WAY Systems
Series C in 2005
WAY Systems, Inc. specializes in mobile wireless point-of-sale (POS) solutions for merchants both in the United States and internationally. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Woburn, Massachusetts, the company offers a range of mobile POS devices and printers, along with accessories such as antenna kits, printer papers, car chargers, and holsters. In addition to hardware, WAY Systems provides comprehensive infrastructure solutions that include software and messaging components for mobile application development, deployment, and maintenance. The company ensures secure transaction processing through support for GMS and GPRS technologies, facilitating effective geographic coverage for its mobile payment services.
Nominum, Inc. specializes in providing domain name system (DNS) software solutions tailored for service providers globally. The company offers a comprehensive range of products, including Vantio AuthServe, which ensures the availability and responsiveness of websites and real-time applications, and Vantio CacheServe, which optimizes server hardware performance. Nominum's security offerings include Vantio ThreatAvert for DNS network security and N2 Secure Business, a cloud-based solution designed to protect businesses from cyber threats. Additionally, the company provides marketing tools such as N2 Reach for direct customer communication and N2 Insight, which analyzes subscriber behavior through DNS data. Nominum's services are designed to enhance network operations, security and compliance, customer care, and marketing efforts for telecommunications service providers. Founded in 1999 and based in Redwood City, California, Nominum operates as a subsidiary of Akamai Technologies, serving over 100 providers in more than 40 countries.
K2 Optronics
Series C in 2004
K2 Optronics specializes in designing, developing, and manufacturing analog and digital transmission lasers for the cable television (CATV), telecommunications, sensing, and test and measurement industries.
NanoOpto
Venture Round in 2004
NanoOpto specializes in the design and manufacturing of integrated modular nano-optic components for optical systems and networks. Utilizing proprietary nano-optics and nano-manufacturing technology, the company offers a range of products, including IR cut filters, nano-optic isolators, deep ultraviolet polarizers, polarizing beam splitters, optical isolators, microlens arrays, and WDM filters, along with waveplates and trim retarders. With a focus on rapid prototyping and high performance, NanoOpto's innovative techniques enable the production of superior conventional optical components and the development of new integrated components. The company also provides services such as conformal optical coatings, precision coatings, precision dicing, and optical design and engineering. Operating from its facility in Somerset, New Jersey, NanoOpto aims to lower overall system costs while enhancing optical capabilities through its advanced manufacturing processes.
MForma Group
Series A in 2004
MFORMA is a leading global publisher and distributor of mobile entertainment. MFORMA provides wireless operators and their customers with the world's best content and brands, and provides developers and brand owners with the shortest route to market. MFORMA's customers include more than 100 of the world's leading wireless carriers. In addition to the industry's most comprehensive catalog of BREW, Java, SMS, MMS, and WAP games, MFORMA also provides sports, lifestyle, and information services subscription products. MFORMA's carrier-grade platform manages the delivery of downloadable games and applications for some of the world's largest carriers. MFORMA is a U.S. corporation with offices in San Francisco (headquarters), San Diego, and Los Angeles, California; Bellevue, Washington; London and Manchester, England; Shanghai and Beijing, China; and Seoul, Korea.
BroadSoft
Series C in 2004
BroadSoft, Inc. specializes in developing software and services that facilitate hosted cloud-based unified communications for telecommunications service providers. Its offerings include UC-One, a comprehensive communication and collaboration solution that integrates various business functions such as phone services, messaging, audio and video conferencing, and file sharing. Additionally, BroadSoft provides Team-One, a collaboration tool for project organization and file sharing; BroadSoft Hub, which integrates real-time communications with cloud applications; and CC-One, a contact center solution enabling multi-channel interactions with customers. The company serves over 500 telecommunications clients, including 18 of the largest carriers globally, and operates in more than 70 countries. BroadSoft also offers a range of professional support services, including installation, project management, and training. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Gaithersburg, Maryland, BroadSoft has been a subsidiary of Cisco Systems since February 2018.
Azanda Network Devices
Series C in 2003
Azanda Network Devices is a communications semiconductor company based in Sunnyvale, California. The company specializes in developing semiconductors designed for next-generation optical and metro-area networks. Additionally, Azanda focuses on creating multi-service traffic management solutions that enhance the functionality of routers and switches. Through its innovative products, the company aims to address the evolving needs of telecommunications and data networking markets.
ReefEdge
Venture Round in 2003
ReefEdge, Inc. is a provider of wireless local area network systems for multi-site enterprises to deploy, manage, and secure wireless networks. ReefEdge Inc. develops technologies for in-building wireless networks. Founded in Spring 2000, ReefEdge products allow the emerging generation of mobile devices to become full participants in the corporate networking environment. ReefEdge provides secure, reliable, managed connectivity for mobile devices equipped with short-range wireless capabilities such as Bluetooth and makes possible the deployment of new kinds of "smart" mobile applications that deliver personalized, location-aware and collaborative services. The company boasts a seasoned executive team with years of experience delivering products and solutions to enterprise customers, with former executives from IBM, AT&T, Telcordia and Prodigy.
NanoOpto specializes in the design and manufacturing of integrated modular nano-optic components for optical systems and networks. Utilizing proprietary nano-optics and nano-manufacturing technology, the company offers a range of products, including IR cut filters, nano-optic isolators, deep ultraviolet polarizers, polarizing beam splitters, optical isolators, microlens arrays, and WDM filters, along with waveplates and trim retarders. With a focus on rapid prototyping and high performance, NanoOpto's innovative techniques enable the production of superior conventional optical components and the development of new integrated components. The company also provides services such as conformal optical coatings, precision coatings, precision dicing, and optical design and engineering. Operating from its facility in Somerset, New Jersey, NanoOpto aims to lower overall system costs while enhancing optical capabilities through its advanced manufacturing processes.
Analysts forecast that the Wireless LAN market will grow from 8 million users in 2002 to 80 million users by 2007. This explosive rate of WLAN adoption is driving the need for high capacity WLAN infrastructure within the enterprise. Additionally, as enterprise deployments continue to grow, IT Managers need WLAN infrastructure products that offer enhanced functional capabilities to reduce deployment complexity, increase network robustness and reduce operational costs. Today’s WLAN silicon is optimized for client applications and not for high capacity WLAN infrastructure applications. By allowing simultaneous communications on all WLAN channels, Engim’s Multi-Channel WLAN Switching Engine chipset enables a new generation of very high performance, cost-effective access points. These chipsets apply Wideband Spectral Processing to standards-based WLAN infrastructure products for the first time, thereby dramatically increasing bandwidth and data throughput and making a whole new range of features and functionality available to users at low cost.
Sandbridge Technologies
Series B in 2003
Sandbridge Technologies Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company focused on developing and marketing innovative software-defined-radio (SDR) chipsets designed for multimode, multi-function wireless handheld devices. The company aims to deliver significant competitive advantages to its customers in the global cellular market through its cost-effective and ultra-low power broadband wireless technology, which is built on the SandBlaster DSP baseband architecture.
Ellacoya Networks
Venture Round in 2003
Ellacoya Networks specializes in providing Broadband Service Optimization solutions that utilize deep packet inspection (DPI) technology, allowing broadband service providers to enhance their Internet offerings. The company’s hardware platforms, such as the e30 and e100, along with a comprehensive suite of software applications, enable service providers to identify subscribers and manage applications on an individual basis. This capability helps improve performance, boost customer satisfaction, and facilitate the delivery of revenue-generating IP services. Ellacoya Networks is known for its scalability and functionality, which are essential for creating competitive service offerings in large carrier IP networks. Headquartered in Merrimack, New Hampshire, the company also maintains offices in London, Tokyo, and Singapore, positioning itself as a key player in the broadband optimization sector.
Nominum, Inc. specializes in providing domain name system (DNS) software solutions tailored for service providers globally. The company offers a comprehensive range of products, including Vantio AuthServe, which ensures the availability and responsiveness of websites and real-time applications, and Vantio CacheServe, which optimizes server hardware performance. Nominum's security offerings include Vantio ThreatAvert for DNS network security and N2 Secure Business, a cloud-based solution designed to protect businesses from cyber threats. Additionally, the company provides marketing tools such as N2 Reach for direct customer communication and N2 Insight, which analyzes subscriber behavior through DNS data. Nominum's services are designed to enhance network operations, security and compliance, customer care, and marketing efforts for telecommunications service providers. Founded in 1999 and based in Redwood City, California, Nominum operates as a subsidiary of Akamai Technologies, serving over 100 providers in more than 40 countries.
WaterCove Networks
Series C in 2003
Watercove Networks is a provider of data networking infrastructure designed specifically for wireless service providers aiming to deploy next-generation mobile data services efficiently and profitably. Established in 2000, the company offers the Mobile Data Service System, which enables operators to accelerate the rollout of high-speed data services in 2.5G and 3G environments. This system addresses the challenges associated with legacy routing-centric networks, facilitating a smooth transition to modern technologies without the need for expensive upgrades. The company is led by a seasoned management team with extensive experience in the telecommunications and data networking sectors, supported by a board of directors comprising industry veterans. Watercove Networks has secured significant financing from reputable investors, allowing it to enhance its innovative solutions and drive growth in the emerging mobile data market.
Taqua Systems
Series B in 2003
Taqua, LLC is a manufacturer and supplier of switching systems and applications, specializing in networking and software-based voice over internet protocol (VoIP) services. Founded in 1998 and based in Richardson, Texas, the company offers a range of products including various interface cards, digital loops, gateways, and integrated solutions for both wireless and wireline communication. Its VoIP applications platform, TaquaWorks, enables service providers to deliver enhanced voice services, while Taqua MobileWorks offers an integrated solution for mobile communication. In addition to its hardware and software offerings, Taqua provides professional services such as project management, network evaluation, and training support, as well as business services including hosted PBX and conferencing solutions. The company has established strategic partnerships with organizations such as BroadSoft and GENBAND, and it maintains research and development facilities in both Texas and Massachusetts.
Wavesmith Networks
Series C in 2002
Wavesmith Networks specializes in developing hardware designed to enhance the network capacity of telecommunications carriers without requiring significant disruptions or overhauls. The company focuses on multiservice edge switches, providing solutions that allow regional and national carriers to expand their existing Layer 2 infrastructures. Their technology facilitates the integration of various services onto ATM or MPLS-oriented core networks, enabling carriers to adapt and evolve their network capabilities as demand changes. With a commitment to improving network efficiency, Wavesmith Networks supports telecommunications providers in optimizing their operations and service offerings.
BroadSoft
Series C in 2002
BroadSoft, Inc. specializes in developing software and services that facilitate hosted cloud-based unified communications for telecommunications service providers. Its offerings include UC-One, a comprehensive communication and collaboration solution that integrates various business functions such as phone services, messaging, audio and video conferencing, and file sharing. Additionally, BroadSoft provides Team-One, a collaboration tool for project organization and file sharing; BroadSoft Hub, which integrates real-time communications with cloud applications; and CC-One, a contact center solution enabling multi-channel interactions with customers. The company serves over 500 telecommunications clients, including 18 of the largest carriers globally, and operates in more than 70 countries. BroadSoft also offers a range of professional support services, including installation, project management, and training. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Gaithersburg, Maryland, BroadSoft has been a subsidiary of Cisco Systems since February 2018.
Sandbridge Technologies
Series A in 2002
Sandbridge Technologies Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company focused on developing and marketing innovative software-defined-radio (SDR) chipsets designed for multimode, multi-function wireless handheld devices. The company aims to deliver significant competitive advantages to its customers in the global cellular market through its cost-effective and ultra-low power broadband wireless technology, which is built on the SandBlaster DSP baseband architecture.
Nominum, Inc. specializes in providing domain name system (DNS) software solutions tailored for service providers globally. The company offers a comprehensive range of products, including Vantio AuthServe, which ensures the availability and responsiveness of websites and real-time applications, and Vantio CacheServe, which optimizes server hardware performance. Nominum's security offerings include Vantio ThreatAvert for DNS network security and N2 Secure Business, a cloud-based solution designed to protect businesses from cyber threats. Additionally, the company provides marketing tools such as N2 Reach for direct customer communication and N2 Insight, which analyzes subscriber behavior through DNS data. Nominum's services are designed to enhance network operations, security and compliance, customer care, and marketing efforts for telecommunications service providers. Founded in 1999 and based in Redwood City, California, Nominum operates as a subsidiary of Akamai Technologies, serving over 100 providers in more than 40 countries.
Azanda Network Devices
Series B in 2002
Azanda Network Devices is a communications semiconductor company based in Sunnyvale, California. The company specializes in developing semiconductors designed for next-generation optical and metro-area networks. Additionally, Azanda focuses on creating multi-service traffic management solutions that enhance the functionality of routers and switches. Through its innovative products, the company aims to address the evolving needs of telecommunications and data networking markets.
Pelago Networks
Series B in 2002
Pelago Networks is a provider of enhanced voice, data, and video services to their business customers via wireless or wireline broadband access networks.
Azanda Network Devices
Series B in 2002
Azanda Network Devices is a communications semiconductor company based in Sunnyvale, California. The company specializes in developing semiconductors designed for next-generation optical and metro-area networks. Additionally, Azanda focuses on creating multi-service traffic management solutions that enhance the functionality of routers and switches. Through its innovative products, the company aims to address the evolving needs of telecommunications and data networking markets.
Allegro Networks
Series B in 2002
Allegro Networks, a privately held provider of network routing equipment
Catena Networks
Series D in 2002
Catena Networks develops broadband access systems that enable service providers to deploy voice, data, and video services. The company's products include The CNX-5 Broadband DSL System, a card-for-card upgrade solution for Lucent SLC-5 Digital Loop Carriers and The CN1000 Broadband Loop Carrier that enables service providers to deploy integrated plain old telephone service (POTS) and digital subscriber line (DSL) services and deliver voice, data and video services over copper and fiber infrastructures. It caters to local exchange carriers, postal telephone and telegraph operators, and other service providers. The company was founded in 1998 and is based in California, US with an additional office in Morrisville, North Carolina.
Taqua Systems
Series B in 2001
Taqua, LLC is a manufacturer and supplier of switching systems and applications, specializing in networking and software-based voice over internet protocol (VoIP) services. Founded in 1998 and based in Richardson, Texas, the company offers a range of products including various interface cards, digital loops, gateways, and integrated solutions for both wireless and wireline communication. Its VoIP applications platform, TaquaWorks, enables service providers to deliver enhanced voice services, while Taqua MobileWorks offers an integrated solution for mobile communication. In addition to its hardware and software offerings, Taqua provides professional services such as project management, network evaluation, and training support, as well as business services including hosted PBX and conferencing solutions. The company has established strategic partnerships with organizations such as BroadSoft and GENBAND, and it maintains research and development facilities in both Texas and Massachusetts.
Ellacoya Networks
Series C in 2001
Ellacoya Networks specializes in providing Broadband Service Optimization solutions that utilize deep packet inspection (DPI) technology, allowing broadband service providers to enhance their Internet offerings. The company’s hardware platforms, such as the e30 and e100, along with a comprehensive suite of software applications, enable service providers to identify subscribers and manage applications on an individual basis. This capability helps improve performance, boost customer satisfaction, and facilitate the delivery of revenue-generating IP services. Ellacoya Networks is known for its scalability and functionality, which are essential for creating competitive service offerings in large carrier IP networks. Headquartered in Merrimack, New Hampshire, the company also maintains offices in London, Tokyo, and Singapore, positioning itself as a key player in the broadband optimization sector.
Flarion Technologies
Series B in 2001
Flarion Technologies, based in Bedminster, New Jersey, specializes in mobile broadband solutions, having developed FLASH-OFDM technology since 2000. The company offers a range of products, including the RadioRouter base station, FLASH-OFDM modems, embedded chipsets, and system software, which together create a comprehensive end-to-end network for mobile operators. Flarion's technology enables wireless carriers to provide high-speed data services to their subscribers. In addition to its hardware, Flarion licenses its FLASH-OFDM technology, allowing for the integration of high-speed capabilities into various devices such as notebook PCs, handhelds, personal digital assistants, web tablets, and mobile handsets.
Coriolis Networks
Series C in 2001
Coriolis Networks, headquartered in Boxborough, Mass., began in mid 1999 with a mission to develop a comprehensive approach to the needs of carriers for reliable and scalable optical network solutions. From the beginning, Coriolis Networks realized that success in this market would be based on providing customers with a solution that was compatible with existing SONET network architectures but dramatically improved on the data service delivery capability with new lower price points. Coriolis' target market is the network service provider community on a global basis. Our target customers include competitive and incumbent local exchange carriers, Internet service providers, and wholesale carriers that are building out their fiber-optic facilities to meet their end-user demands for more high-speed data services as well as traditional metro services.
Megisto Systems
Series B in 2001
Megisto develops hardware it sells to telecom companies, which is used to connect mobile wireless subscribers to different data services.
Allegro Networks
Series B in 2001
Allegro Networks, a privately held provider of network routing equipment
InfiniSwitch Corporation
Series B in 2001
InfiniSwitch Corporation is the recognized market leader in developing InfiniBand switching solutions designed for the data center. InfiniSwitch's technology leaders have a proven industry track record designing, developing and delivering switch and system solutions at leading companies such as Compaq, Data General, Digital Equipment, IBM, Lucent and Nexabit. InfiniSwitch is located in Westborough, Massachusetts, and is a member of the IBTA Steering Committee.
ReefEdge, Inc. is a provider of wireless local area network systems for multi-site enterprises to deploy, manage, and secure wireless networks. ReefEdge Inc. develops technologies for in-building wireless networks. Founded in Spring 2000, ReefEdge products allow the emerging generation of mobile devices to become full participants in the corporate networking environment. ReefEdge provides secure, reliable, managed connectivity for mobile devices equipped with short-range wireless capabilities such as Bluetooth and makes possible the deployment of new kinds of "smart" mobile applications that deliver personalized, location-aware and collaborative services. The company boasts a seasoned executive team with years of experience delivering products and solutions to enterprise customers, with former executives from IBM, AT&T, Telcordia and Prodigy.
Wavesmith Networks
Series B in 2001
Wavesmith Networks specializes in developing hardware designed to enhance the network capacity of telecommunications carriers without requiring significant disruptions or overhauls. The company focuses on multiservice edge switches, providing solutions that allow regional and national carriers to expand their existing Layer 2 infrastructures. Their technology facilitates the integration of various services onto ATM or MPLS-oriented core networks, enabling carriers to adapt and evolve their network capabilities as demand changes. With a commitment to improving network efficiency, Wavesmith Networks supports telecommunications providers in optimizing their operations and service offerings.
AP Engines
Series B in 2001
AP Engines provides the industry's only complete OSS integration platform for telephony and broadband service providers. Its workflow-based product suite, AP InterLink, enables service providers to turn technology into revenue by bridging the gap between new services and current infrastructure. AP InterLink solves the complex problems of connecting multiple OSS. It facilitates open access standards, enables service creation, and provides network usage management to appropriately track and bill for services.
Ceyba has a firmly rooted corporate philosophy that guides the growth of their company - a commitment to their customers and employees and to the communities where they work. This allows us to maintain perspective, balance and their competitive edge. Ceyba was founded in May 2000 by five senior engineers and was originally named Solinet Systems. They have a complete team in place that represents a diverse cross section of talent with experience from top-notch software, hardware and optical companies. Their team has delivered numerous market-leading products for the high-speed optical Internet. With solid funding from top-tier venture capital firms, Ceyba has blossomed to more than 200 people. Led by seasoned management, their team is developing and manufacturing next-generation core optical networking systems that deliver superior reach, speed and flexibility with pure simplicity. Ceyba is based in Ottawa, Canada.
Mobilian Corp
Series C in 2001
Mobilian Corporation, a wireless systems company, develops chips, software, and reference designs for wireless radios.
K2 Optronics
Series B in 2001
K2 Optronics specializes in designing, developing, and manufacturing analog and digital transmission lasers for the cable television (CATV), telecommunications, sensing, and test and measurement industries.
Oresis Communications
Venture Round in 2001
Oresis Communications designs and develops switching systems for carrying voice and data signals on the same telecommunications network. It offers ISIS-700 OmniService Switch, which enables carriers and service providers to migrate circuit and packet switched networks to a single backbone; and ISIS-700 Integrated OmniService Switch, which is a multiservice switch equipment that switches multiple voice, data, Internet, and video services in a single system. The company is based in Beaverton, Oregon.
Ishoni Networks
Series C in 2001
Ishoni Networks develops broadband engines for residential and business customers.
Ocular Networks
Series B in 2001
Ocular Networks, Inc. develops optical network equipment.
Catena Networks
Series C in 2000
Catena Networks develops broadband access systems that enable service providers to deploy voice, data, and video services. The company's products include The CNX-5 Broadband DSL System, a card-for-card upgrade solution for Lucent SLC-5 Digital Loop Carriers and The CN1000 Broadband Loop Carrier that enables service providers to deploy integrated plain old telephone service (POTS) and digital subscriber line (DSL) services and deliver voice, data and video services over copper and fiber infrastructures. It caters to local exchange carriers, postal telephone and telegraph operators, and other service providers. The company was founded in 1998 and is based in California, US with an additional office in Morrisville, North Carolina.
Pelago Networks
Series A in 2000
Pelago Networks is a provider of enhanced voice, data, and video services to their business customers via wireless or wireline broadband access networks.
Ellacoya Networks
Series B in 2000
Ellacoya Networks specializes in providing Broadband Service Optimization solutions that utilize deep packet inspection (DPI) technology, allowing broadband service providers to enhance their Internet offerings. The company’s hardware platforms, such as the e30 and e100, along with a comprehensive suite of software applications, enable service providers to identify subscribers and manage applications on an individual basis. This capability helps improve performance, boost customer satisfaction, and facilitate the delivery of revenue-generating IP services. Ellacoya Networks is known for its scalability and functionality, which are essential for creating competitive service offerings in large carrier IP networks. Headquartered in Merrimack, New Hampshire, the company also maintains offices in London, Tokyo, and Singapore, positioning itself as a key player in the broadband optimization sector.
Allegro Networks
Series A in 2000
Allegro Networks, a privately held provider of network routing equipment
Altrio Communications
Venture Round in 2000
Altrio Communications is a provider of bundled home communications services. Altrio Communications, Inc. provides Internet, telephone, and audio and video entertainment services to residential and small-business customers in the Los Angeles market.
WaterCove Networks
Series A in 2000
Watercove Networks is a provider of data networking infrastructure designed specifically for wireless service providers aiming to deploy next-generation mobile data services efficiently and profitably. Established in 2000, the company offers the Mobile Data Service System, which enables operators to accelerate the rollout of high-speed data services in 2.5G and 3G environments. This system addresses the challenges associated with legacy routing-centric networks, facilitating a smooth transition to modern technologies without the need for expensive upgrades. The company is led by a seasoned management team with extensive experience in the telecommunications and data networking sectors, supported by a board of directors comprising industry veterans. Watercove Networks has secured significant financing from reputable investors, allowing it to enhance its innovative solutions and drive growth in the emerging mobile data market.