Bpifrance

Bpifrance is a financial institution dedicated to supporting companies throughout their development stages, particularly those preparing for stock market listing and seeking credit equity. The organization provides a range of financial solutions, including financing, innovation assistance, and capital investment. By integrating various entities such as OSEO and CDC Entreprises, Bpifrance aims to deliver tailored financial support that addresses the specific needs of businesses. The institution is committed to fostering innovation and helping companies transition toward sustainable growth, ensuring they are well-equipped to face future challenges.

Laurent Arthaud

Managing Director

Marion Aubry

Investment Director

Emmanuel Audouard

Director of Transverse Venture Capital Investments Division

Benoit Barteau Ph.D

Investment Director

Nicolas Berdou

Investment Director, Defense Expert

Clarisse Blandin

Investment Director

Edouard Combette

Investment Director

Charlotte Corbaz

Deputy Director of the Large Venture Fund and Deputy Managing Director

Nicolas Dardenne

Senior Investment Director, Normandy (Caen Rouen)

Arnaud Despoisse

Director of Occitanie Participations

Philippe Dutheil

Investment Director

Mailys Ferrere

Director of Large Venture Investments

Jean-Marie Fougeray

Senior Investment Director, Brittany

Paul-Francois Fournier

Executive Director, Innovation Department

Pierre Gillet

Investment Director

Vanessa Giraud

Managing Director

Gwenaël Hamon

Senior Investment Director

Laurent Higueret Ph.D

Senior Investment Director

Louis Janneau

Investment Director and Fund Manager

Magali Joessel

Director of Funds

So-Yeon Koo

Senior Investment Manager

Jérôme Langlade

Investment Director Aquitaine / Limousin / Poitou-Charentes

Eric Lefebvre

Director

Stephane Lefevre-Sauli

Senior Investment Director

Arnaud Legardeur

Investment Director

Chahra Louafi

Senior Investment Director

Elyssa Maufras du Châtellier

Investment Director

Quentin Mayolle

Senior Investment Officer

Serge Mesguich

Director of FIT

Laure Michel

Investment Director

Louis Molis

Investment Director

Jean-Francois Morin

Investment Director

Sébastien Moynot

Director

Adrien Muller

Investment Director

Adrien Néel

Investment Director

Axel Piriou

Director of Investments

Olivier Rameil

Senior Investment Director / VC seed

Vincent Roque

Director

Thibaut Roulon Ph.D

Investment Director

Gilles Schang

Deputy Director

Claire Waché

Senior Investment Officer

Past deals in Wireless

Up&Charge

Seed Round in 2024
Up&Charge develops automated induction charging stations for electric vehicles. Their technology enables cable-free, remote-activated charging via an application, preserving sidewalk space.

Sequans Communications

Grant in 2024
Sequans Communications designs and supplies cellular semiconductor solutions for broadband Internet of Things markets, offering 5G and 4G chips and modules for massive, broadband, and critical IoT applications. Its product platforms include Monarch LTE-M/NB-IoT and Calliope Cat 1 for low-power, integrated IoT deployments, Cassiopeia Cat 4/Cat 6 for 4G and 5G, and Taurus for residential, enterprise, and industrial use. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Paris, the company operates globally with offices in the United States, United Kingdom, Israel, Hong Kong, Singapore, Taiwan, South Korea, and China. Its customer base spans smart mobility and logistics, smart utility meters, smart cities and industries, e-health, and smart homes, reflecting a focus on cellular semiconductor solutions for a range of IoT connectivity needs.

Greenerwave

Series A in 2024
Greenerwave develops electromagnetic wave control technology to address mobility and connectivity challenges. Its electronically reconfigurable surfaces act as electromagnetic mirrors to control frequencies, enabling clients to design high performance, cost-effective applications and improve indoor wireless connectivity.

CorWave

Series C in 2023
CorWave is a company focused on developing innovative implanted cardiac support devices aimed at improving the quality of life for patients suffering from heart failure. Its flagship product, the CorWave LVAD, employs a unique undulating disc wave pumping mechanism, which replaces traditional high-speed impellers used in current continuous flow rotary pumps. This design significantly reduces trauma to blood, thereby minimizing complications such as clotting and bleeding. The CorWave pump generates a pulsatile flow that closely resembles the natural heartbeat, addressing a key limitation of existing LVADs that provide only continuous flow. Additionally, the device's low power consumption and compact size facilitate its potential for complete implantation, enhanced by a wireless energy transfer system. Through these advancements, CorWave aims to alleviate the burdens associated with heart failure and invasive surgical procedures.

Devialet

Venture Round in 2022
Devialet is an audio technology company based in Paris, Ile-de-France, founded in 2007. It specializes in acoustic engineering and offers a range of audio equipment, including advanced sound amplification solutions that integrate both digital and analog technologies. The company aims to make its innovative audio technology universally accessible, enhancing the listening experience for users. Among its notable products is the Gemini, a pair of wireless earbuds designed to deliver high-quality sound. Devialet is also recognized for its robotized production line, which contributes to the efficient manufacturing of its audio devices.

RFence

Seed Round in 2022
RFence specializes in analyzing and securing radio frequency environments. They offer solutions tailored for critical infrastructure sites such as logistics facilities, government buildings, ports, airports, and prisons, aiming to protect wireless networks from potential threats.

NaoX Technologies

Venture Round in 2022
NaoX Technologies is a company focused on the prevention of neurological disorders through innovative technology. It develops wireless headphones equipped with integrated sensors that passively monitor brain vibrations to record electroencephalogram data in real time. This data is then aggregated and presented on a software dashboard for healthcare providers, facilitating better diagnosis and treatment for patients. The company's mission is to democratize access to neurological disorder prevention, aiming to enhance patient outcomes and support recovery from mental illness.

Adeunis

Post in 2021
Adeunis designs, manufactures, and markets connected objects and Internet of Things (IoT) solutions for various sectors, including smart buildings, industrial optimization, and connected agriculture. The company offers a range of products, such as radio frequency transmission modules, wireless transmission systems, and telemetry systems, tailored to meet the specific needs of its customers. Adeunis also provides services like on-site radio mapping, deployment, training, and data processing to support the management of buildings and infrastructure. Based in Crolles, France, the company focuses on creating customized radio solutions and ready-to-use systems that enhance connectivity and efficiency across multiple applications.

Adeunis

Grant in 2021
Adeunis designs, manufactures, and markets connected objects and Internet of Things (IoT) solutions for various sectors, including smart buildings, industrial optimization, and connected agriculture. The company offers a range of products, such as radio frequency transmission modules, wireless transmission systems, and telemetry systems, tailored to meet the specific needs of its customers. Adeunis also provides services like on-site radio mapping, deployment, training, and data processing to support the management of buildings and infrastructure. Based in Crolles, France, the company focuses on creating customized radio solutions and ready-to-use systems that enhance connectivity and efficiency across multiple applications.

Grapheal

Seed Round in 2021
Grapheal is a Medtech startup specializing in embedded and wearable biosensors. Utilizing graphene transistors, their wireless sensors enable accurate field diagnostics and remote patient monitoring for various biomarkers and pathogens.

CorWave

Series C in 2021
CorWave is a company focused on developing innovative implanted cardiac support devices aimed at improving the quality of life for patients suffering from heart failure. Its flagship product, the CorWave LVAD, employs a unique undulating disc wave pumping mechanism, which replaces traditional high-speed impellers used in current continuous flow rotary pumps. This design significantly reduces trauma to blood, thereby minimizing complications such as clotting and bleeding. The CorWave pump generates a pulsatile flow that closely resembles the natural heartbeat, addressing a key limitation of existing LVADs that provide only continuous flow. Additionally, the device's low power consumption and compact size facilitate its potential for complete implantation, enhanced by a wireless energy transfer system. Through these advancements, CorWave aims to alleviate the burdens associated with heart failure and invasive surgical procedures.

Wifirst

Private Equity Round in 2019
Wifirst is a telecom operator based in Paris, France, that specializes in providing high-performance wireless internet and connectivity services for various enterprises across Europe and Africa. Founded in 2002, the company focuses on meeting the increasing demand for internet usage through its robust network infrastructure. Wifirst offers a diverse array of services, including wireless internet, fiber optic installations, managed LAN solutions, and firewall services, as well as internet protocol television and voice-over-internet protocol offerings. With a commitment to enhancing digital transformation, Wifirst operates hundreds of thousands of secure and intuitive connected spaces, ensuring that its clients remain connected in an evolving digital landscape.

Energysquare

Seed Round in 2018
Energysquare develops innovative wireless chargers that enable multiple device charging simultaneously at speeds comparable to traditional wired methods. Their ultra-thin pads facilitate efficient power transfer through conductive means, eliminating electromagnetic waves and offering multi-device compatibility.

Fenotek

Venture Round in 2017
Fenotek is a French company founded in 2015 and headquartered in Meyreuil. It specializes in the development of smart doorbells that enhance home security and facilitate video communication. The company's products enable users to monitor their homes and connect with visitors through high-performance wireless video streaming and two-way voice communication. Fenotek's offerings include features such as video recording, motion detection, and integration with a mobile application that allows customers to receive activity notifications and control various home functions, such as turning on lights or opening doors, from their smartphones or tablets.

Devialet

Series C in 2016
Devialet is an audio technology company based in Paris, Ile-de-France, founded in 2007. It specializes in acoustic engineering and offers a range of audio equipment, including advanced sound amplification solutions that integrate both digital and analog technologies. The company aims to make its innovative audio technology universally accessible, enhancing the listening experience for users. Among its notable products is the Gemini, a pair of wireless earbuds designed to deliver high-quality sound. Devialet is also recognized for its robotized production line, which contributes to the efficient manufacturing of its audio devices.

CorWave

Series B in 2016
CorWave is a company focused on developing innovative implanted cardiac support devices aimed at improving the quality of life for patients suffering from heart failure. Its flagship product, the CorWave LVAD, employs a unique undulating disc wave pumping mechanism, which replaces traditional high-speed impellers used in current continuous flow rotary pumps. This design significantly reduces trauma to blood, thereby minimizing complications such as clotting and bleeding. The CorWave pump generates a pulsatile flow that closely resembles the natural heartbeat, addressing a key limitation of existing LVADs that provide only continuous flow. Additionally, the device's low power consumption and compact size facilitate its potential for complete implantation, enhanced by a wireless energy transfer system. Through these advancements, CorWave aims to alleviate the burdens associated with heart failure and invasive surgical procedures.

Interway Group

Venture Round in 2016
Interway Group is an IT services company that specializes in providing digital technology solutions tailored for retail and mass distribution sectors. The firm offers a range of consulting and expertise to address various digital technology needs, including network infrastructure, Wi-Fi systems, security solutions, and electronic payment systems. By focusing on optimizing the performance of retail businesses, Interway Group aims to enhance operational efficiency and support clients in adapting to the evolving digital landscape.

Seamless Waves

Grant in 2016
Seamless Waves designs and implements reconfigurable RF transceivers that sweep the spectrum to identify the least occupied band and establish communication using the most suitable wireless standard. The devices leverage efficient RF analog-to-digital converters to achieve low power consumption suitable for portable applications. The company also provides silicon-proven Analog/RF IPs and virtual component models to support early system integration. Its technology supports dynamic spectrum sensing, frequency hopping, and spectrum scanning, enabling IoT, mobile, and defense uses to deliver efficient, secure, and energy-conscious connectivity.

ACCO Semiconductor

Series F in 2016
ACCO Semiconductor, Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company specializing in the development of advanced CMOS wireless solutions. Founded in 1994 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, the company focuses on producing high-performance CMOS power amplifiers that support various cellular standards, including 2G, 3G, and 4G. These amplifiers are designed for portable mobile products such as smartphones, wireless tablets, MiFi routers, and USB dongles. ACCO’s innovative approach combines CMOS technology with radio frequency capabilities, enabling the integration of power amplifiers and controllers into a single die, which simplifies manufacturing processes and reduces costs. The company also has facilities in Paris, France, further enhancing its operational footprint in the semiconductor industry.

Parrot

Post in 2015
Parrot, established in 1994, specializes in wireless devices for mobile phones. Headquartered in Paris, the company employs over 750 people globally and generates majority of its sales overseas. Parrot is renowned for its extensive range of hands-free car systems and expertise in mobile connectivity and multimedia around smartphones, positioning it as a key player in in-car infotainment. Additionally, Parrot collaborates with renowned designers to create high-end wireless multimedia products. The company has also ventured into the UAV market with the Parrot AR.Drone, the first quadricopter piloted via Wi-Fi, and offers solutions for professional UAV use. Parrot is listed on NYSE Euronext Paris since 2006.

Delfmems

Series C in 2014
Delfmems SAS is a French company that specializes in the development, manufacturing, and licensing of radio-frequency micro-electro-mechanical systems (RF MEMS) switching technology. Established in 2005 and headquartered in Villeneuve d'Ascq, Delfmems produces stand-alone single pole double throw RF switches designed for various applications, including automatic test equipment, instrumentation, telecommunications infrastructure, military, and space sectors. The company's technology also enables the creation of digital and variable capacitors. Delfmems focuses on enhancing connectivity and meeting the growing data demands of next-generation 4G and 5G devices by offering low voltage RF MEMS solutions that provide high performance and efficient hot switching operations.

Delfmems

Series B in 2013
Delfmems SAS is a French company that specializes in the development, manufacturing, and licensing of radio-frequency micro-electro-mechanical systems (RF MEMS) switching technology. Established in 2005 and headquartered in Villeneuve d'Ascq, Delfmems produces stand-alone single pole double throw RF switches designed for various applications, including automatic test equipment, instrumentation, telecommunications infrastructure, military, and space sectors. The company's technology also enables the creation of digital and variable capacitors. Delfmems focuses on enhancing connectivity and meeting the growing data demands of next-generation 4G and 5G devices by offering low voltage RF MEMS solutions that provide high performance and efficient hot switching operations.
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