Venrock

Venrock is a venture capital investment firm founded in 1969 as the venture capital arm of the Rockefeller family. Based in Palo Alto, California, with an additional office in New York, the firm primarily invests in seed and early-stage companies in the technology and healthcare sectors. Venrock has a diverse investment focus that includes information technology, media, energy, life sciences, and emerging technologies. Over the years, the firm has built a notable portfolio, partnering with entrepreneurs to support the growth of successful companies such as Apple Computer, Athenahealth, and Gilead Sciences. Venrock continues its mission by identifying and nurturing innovative ventures that have the potential to create lasting impact within their respective industries.

Brian Ascher

Partner

Harry Barber

Investor

Ethan Batraski

Partner

Nick Beim

Partner

Racquel Bracken

Partner

Paul Dossa

Investor

Tony Evnin

Partner

Andrew Gottesdiener

Partner

Ken Greenberg

Investor

Manjinder Kandola

Investor

Bob Kocher

Partner

Mariana Mihalusova

Vice President

David Pakman

Partner

Bryan Roberts

Partner

Camille Samuels

Partner

Ganesh Srinivasan

Partner

Ganesh Srinivasan

Partner

Mike Tyrrell

General Partner

Andy Wardle

Investor

Past deals in Communications Infrastructure

Astranis

Series C in 2021
Astranis Space Technologies Corp. is a San Francisco-based company that designs and manufactures small telecommunications satellites aimed at enhancing Internet connectivity. Founded in 2015, Astranis specializes in its MicroGEO technology for geostationary orbit, enabling efficient data transmission to specific terrestrial locations. The company's primary mission is to bridge the digital divide by providing high-speed, reliable internet access to underserved regions at a significantly lower cost than traditional methods. By focusing on connecting the four billion people worldwide who currently lack internet access, Astranis aims to empower governments and businesses to expand internet connectivity and facilitate communication across the globe.

Astranis

Series B in 2020
Astranis Space Technologies Corp. is a San Francisco-based company that designs and manufactures small telecommunications satellites aimed at enhancing Internet connectivity. Founded in 2015, Astranis specializes in its MicroGEO technology for geostationary orbit, enabling efficient data transmission to specific terrestrial locations. The company's primary mission is to bridge the digital divide by providing high-speed, reliable internet access to underserved regions at a significantly lower cost than traditional methods. By focusing on connecting the four billion people worldwide who currently lack internet access, Astranis aims to empower governments and businesses to expand internet connectivity and facilitate communication across the globe.

Dynamic Signal

Series E in 2018
Dynamic Signal Inc. is a company that offers an employee communication and engagement platform designed to enhance organizational effectiveness. Founded in 2010 and based in San Bruno, California, the platform facilitates employee advocacy by providing timely and relevant content across various channels and devices, thus increasing productivity and engagement. It enables organizations to connect their employees with localized news and essential information, allowing content managers to publish updates and shareable content through personalized newsfeeds. The company serves hundreds of enterprises, including 85 of the Fortune 500, across 21 countries. Dynamic Signal's services include influencer recruiting, collaboration support, and account management, ensuring that communications are effectively delivered and received by employees and their audiences. Notable clients include IBM, Salesforce, and Humana, reflecting the platform's capability to meet the needs of large-scale organizations.

VeloCloud

Series D in 2017
VeloCloud Networks, Inc. delivers cloud-based software-defined wide area networking (SD-WAN) solutions aimed at enhancing connectivity for enterprises. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, the company offers a range of services, including the Cloud Services Edge appliance for secure connectivity, the VeloCloud Orchestrator for centralized management and real-time monitoring, and the Cloud Service Gateway for optimized access to various applications and data centers. VeloCloud's SD-WAN technology simplifies network deployment and improves performance over private and broadband Internet connections, making it suitable for distributed enterprises. The company's solutions support a variety of sectors, including retail and engineering, and are designed to enable policy-based access to cloud and data center applications. VeloCloud has established partnerships to enhance its offerings and operates as a subsidiary of VMware.

Dynamic Signal

Series D in 2016
Dynamic Signal Inc. is a company that offers an employee communication and engagement platform designed to enhance organizational effectiveness. Founded in 2010 and based in San Bruno, California, the platform facilitates employee advocacy by providing timely and relevant content across various channels and devices, thus increasing productivity and engagement. It enables organizations to connect their employees with localized news and essential information, allowing content managers to publish updates and shareable content through personalized newsfeeds. The company serves hundreds of enterprises, including 85 of the Fortune 500, across 21 countries. Dynamic Signal's services include influencer recruiting, collaboration support, and account management, ensuring that communications are effectively delivered and received by employees and their audiences. Notable clients include IBM, Salesforce, and Humana, reflecting the platform's capability to meet the needs of large-scale organizations.

VeloCloud

Series C in 2016
VeloCloud Networks, Inc. delivers cloud-based software-defined wide area networking (SD-WAN) solutions aimed at enhancing connectivity for enterprises. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, the company offers a range of services, including the Cloud Services Edge appliance for secure connectivity, the VeloCloud Orchestrator for centralized management and real-time monitoring, and the Cloud Service Gateway for optimized access to various applications and data centers. VeloCloud's SD-WAN technology simplifies network deployment and improves performance over private and broadband Internet connections, making it suitable for distributed enterprises. The company's solutions support a variety of sectors, including retail and engineering, and are designed to enable policy-based access to cloud and data center applications. VeloCloud has established partnerships to enhance its offerings and operates as a subsidiary of VMware.

Cloudflare

Series D in 2015
Cloudflare is a computer service provider and network security company that protects and accelerates the Internet application development.

Dynamic Signal

Series C in 2015
Dynamic Signal Inc. is a company that offers an employee communication and engagement platform designed to enhance organizational effectiveness. Founded in 2010 and based in San Bruno, California, the platform facilitates employee advocacy by providing timely and relevant content across various channels and devices, thus increasing productivity and engagement. It enables organizations to connect their employees with localized news and essential information, allowing content managers to publish updates and shareable content through personalized newsfeeds. The company serves hundreds of enterprises, including 85 of the Fortune 500, across 21 countries. Dynamic Signal's services include influencer recruiting, collaboration support, and account management, ensuring that communications are effectively delivered and received by employees and their audiences. Notable clients include IBM, Salesforce, and Humana, reflecting the platform's capability to meet the needs of large-scale organizations.

Quantenna Communications

Venture Round in 2014
Quantenna Communications, Inc. specializes in designing, developing, and marketing advanced wireless communication solutions for local area networking. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company offers a range of products, including radio frequency and digital baseband chips that support various IEEE Wi-Fi standards such as 802.11n, 802.11ac, and the draft Wi-Fi 6 standard. Quantenna also provides Qdock, a software framework that facilitates the integration of third-party applications with its Wi-Fi solutions. Its offerings cater to a wide array of applications, including home networking, retail, outdoor, small and medium businesses, enterprise settings, and consumer electronics. Quantenna markets its solutions directly to original equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and third-party distributors across the Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Americas, generating significant revenue from the Asia-Pacific region. As of June 2019, Quantenna operates as a subsidiary of ON Semiconductor Corporation.

VeloCloud

Venture Round in 2014
VeloCloud Networks, Inc. delivers cloud-based software-defined wide area networking (SD-WAN) solutions aimed at enhancing connectivity for enterprises. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, the company offers a range of services, including the Cloud Services Edge appliance for secure connectivity, the VeloCloud Orchestrator for centralized management and real-time monitoring, and the Cloud Service Gateway for optimized access to various applications and data centers. VeloCloud's SD-WAN technology simplifies network deployment and improves performance over private and broadband Internet connections, making it suitable for distributed enterprises. The company's solutions support a variety of sectors, including retail and engineering, and are designed to enable policy-based access to cloud and data center applications. VeloCloud has established partnerships to enhance its offerings and operates as a subsidiary of VMware.

Cloudflare

Series C in 2013
Cloudflare is a computer service provider and network security company that protects and accelerates the Internet application development.

Kwicr

Series A in 2013
kwicr (formerly Q Factor) has created the world’s first mobile delivery network, providing unparalleled performance for apps and a superior mobile experience for end users, ensuring responsiveness in even the most challenging connectivity situations. In a world where users have myriad choices for productivity or entertainment apps on their mobile devices, they will quickly look elsewhere when not experiencing the near-instant responses they are used to on Web-based devices. Now, developers can easily empower their apps to utilize the kwicr mobile delivery network, providing faster information delivery and the confidence that their apps always work. Available for iOS and Android apps, kwicr also provides developers with actionable intelligence through advanced analytics related to speed, concurrent connections and avoided abandonments. kwicr’s cloud-based solution is variably priced, including a free version. The company is initially focusing on the gaming, streaming video and mobile enterprise app markets. kwicr is privately held and based in Waltham, Massachusetts and has received venture capital funding from Sigma Prime and Venrock.

GENBAND

Venture Round in 2013
GENBAND US LLC is a global provider of real-time communications software solutions tailored for service providers, enterprises, independent software vendors, and developers. Established in 1999 and based in Frisco, Texas, the company offers a diverse range of products, including telephony application servers that support voice, video, instant messaging, and collaboration across various devices and networks. Its intelligent messaging solutions enable unified communication services, while IP gateway and session border controller products ensure secure and reliable connectivity for both fixed and mobile networks. GENBAND also specializes in cloud-enabled platforms, network functions virtualization, and media gateways that enhance communication efficiency and productivity. As a subsidiary of Sonus Networks, GENBAND continues to focus on transforming and improving communication networks worldwide.

Dynamic Signal

Series B in 2012
Dynamic Signal Inc. is a company that offers an employee communication and engagement platform designed to enhance organizational effectiveness. Founded in 2010 and based in San Bruno, California, the platform facilitates employee advocacy by providing timely and relevant content across various channels and devices, thus increasing productivity and engagement. It enables organizations to connect their employees with localized news and essential information, allowing content managers to publish updates and shareable content through personalized newsfeeds. The company serves hundreds of enterprises, including 85 of the Fortune 500, across 21 countries. Dynamic Signal's services include influencer recruiting, collaboration support, and account management, ensuring that communications are effectively delivered and received by employees and their audiences. Notable clients include IBM, Salesforce, and Humana, reflecting the platform's capability to meet the needs of large-scale organizations.

Quantenna Communications

Private Equity Round in 2012
Quantenna Communications, Inc. specializes in designing, developing, and marketing advanced wireless communication solutions for local area networking. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company offers a range of products, including radio frequency and digital baseband chips that support various IEEE Wi-Fi standards such as 802.11n, 802.11ac, and the draft Wi-Fi 6 standard. Quantenna also provides Qdock, a software framework that facilitates the integration of third-party applications with its Wi-Fi solutions. Its offerings cater to a wide array of applications, including home networking, retail, outdoor, small and medium businesses, enterprise settings, and consumer electronics. Quantenna markets its solutions directly to original equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and third-party distributors across the Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Americas, generating significant revenue from the Asia-Pacific region. As of June 2019, Quantenna operates as a subsidiary of ON Semiconductor Corporation.

Kineto Wireless

Venture Round in 2012
Kineto Wireless is a venture-backed company that specializes in providing solutions for mobile operators transitioning to IP-based services. Its offerings are designed to help operators compete against over-the-top (OTT) service providers by enhancing their voice and messaging capabilities. Key products include Smart Comms, which leverages Rich Communications Suite (RCS) technology to help operators brand and monetize their communications services, and Smart Wi-Fi, which allows existing Wi-Fi access points to function as virtual femtocells within the operator’s network. Kineto has established partnerships with several major telecommunications and technology companies, including HTC, Huawei, LG Electronics, Motorola, and T-Mobile USA, among others.

Cloudflare

Series B in 2011
Cloudflare is a computer service provider and network security company that protects and accelerates the Internet application development.

Dynamic Signal

Series A in 2011
Dynamic Signal Inc. is a company that offers an employee communication and engagement platform designed to enhance organizational effectiveness. Founded in 2010 and based in San Bruno, California, the platform facilitates employee advocacy by providing timely and relevant content across various channels and devices, thus increasing productivity and engagement. It enables organizations to connect their employees with localized news and essential information, allowing content managers to publish updates and shareable content through personalized newsfeeds. The company serves hundreds of enterprises, including 85 of the Fortune 500, across 21 countries. Dynamic Signal's services include influencer recruiting, collaboration support, and account management, ensuring that communications are effectively delivered and received by employees and their audiences. Notable clients include IBM, Salesforce, and Humana, reflecting the platform's capability to meet the needs of large-scale organizations.

Kineto Wireless

Debt Financing in 2010
Kineto Wireless is a venture-backed company that specializes in providing solutions for mobile operators transitioning to IP-based services. Its offerings are designed to help operators compete against over-the-top (OTT) service providers by enhancing their voice and messaging capabilities. Key products include Smart Comms, which leverages Rich Communications Suite (RCS) technology to help operators brand and monetize their communications services, and Smart Wi-Fi, which allows existing Wi-Fi access points to function as virtual femtocells within the operator’s network. Kineto has established partnerships with several major telecommunications and technology companies, including HTC, Huawei, LG Electronics, Motorola, and T-Mobile USA, among others.

Quantenna Communications

Series E in 2010
Quantenna Communications, Inc. specializes in designing, developing, and marketing advanced wireless communication solutions for local area networking. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company offers a range of products, including radio frequency and digital baseband chips that support various IEEE Wi-Fi standards such as 802.11n, 802.11ac, and the draft Wi-Fi 6 standard. Quantenna also provides Qdock, a software framework that facilitates the integration of third-party applications with its Wi-Fi solutions. Its offerings cater to a wide array of applications, including home networking, retail, outdoor, small and medium businesses, enterprise settings, and consumer electronics. Quantenna markets its solutions directly to original equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and third-party distributors across the Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Americas, generating significant revenue from the Asia-Pacific region. As of June 2019, Quantenna operates as a subsidiary of ON Semiconductor Corporation.

Teranetics

Venture Round in 2010
Teranetics is a prominent mixed-signal integrated circuit (IC) company specializing in the development of silicon products for advanced communication applications. The company boasts a core development team with a proven history of success in creating innovative solutions for complex communication systems. Teranetics is supported by a consortium of experienced venture investors who possess extensive knowledge and achievements in the semiconductor and communication sectors.

Quantenna Communications

Series D in 2010
Quantenna Communications, Inc. specializes in designing, developing, and marketing advanced wireless communication solutions for local area networking. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company offers a range of products, including radio frequency and digital baseband chips that support various IEEE Wi-Fi standards such as 802.11n, 802.11ac, and the draft Wi-Fi 6 standard. Quantenna also provides Qdock, a software framework that facilitates the integration of third-party applications with its Wi-Fi solutions. Its offerings cater to a wide array of applications, including home networking, retail, outdoor, small and medium businesses, enterprise settings, and consumer electronics. Quantenna markets its solutions directly to original equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and third-party distributors across the Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Americas, generating significant revenue from the Asia-Pacific region. As of June 2019, Quantenna operates as a subsidiary of ON Semiconductor Corporation.

Cloudflare

Series A in 2009
Cloudflare is a computer service provider and network security company that protects and accelerates the Internet application development.

XConnect

Series B in 2009
XConnect is a leading provider of interconnection services that facilitates the adoption of IP-based multimedia communications. Utilizing advanced ENUM registry and IPX hub technology, XConnect supports customers in maximizing their network investments by delivering IP voice, video, and unified communications across diverse networks. The company is headquartered in London, with additional offices in the USA, EMEA, and Asia, servicing a customer base that spans over 70 countries. Its clientele includes major carriers, service providers, and companies in Unified Communications and Video Conferencing. XConnect's services enhance the mobile communications ecosystem by providing real-time access to comprehensive and secure data, enabling IP-enabled carriers and service providers to deliver efficient communication solutions to their end customers.

Quantenna Communications

Series C in 2009
Quantenna Communications, Inc. specializes in designing, developing, and marketing advanced wireless communication solutions for local area networking. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company offers a range of products, including radio frequency and digital baseband chips that support various IEEE Wi-Fi standards such as 802.11n, 802.11ac, and the draft Wi-Fi 6 standard. Quantenna also provides Qdock, a software framework that facilitates the integration of third-party applications with its Wi-Fi solutions. Its offerings cater to a wide array of applications, including home networking, retail, outdoor, small and medium businesses, enterprise settings, and consumer electronics. Quantenna markets its solutions directly to original equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and third-party distributors across the Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Americas, generating significant revenue from the Asia-Pacific region. As of June 2019, Quantenna operates as a subsidiary of ON Semiconductor Corporation.

Bivio Networks

Venture Round in 2008
Founded in 2000, Bivio Networks is dedicated to providing leading networking products that enable government agencies and service providers to control, monitor, and secure critical network infrastructure. A leader in cyber intelligence, cyber security and network control solutions, Bivio has deployed its products in a wide range of solutions. Bivio’s global customer base includes leading intelligence agencies, military organizations and service providers. Bivio is privately-held and is headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area with office locations worldwide. Specialties Cyber Security, Cyber Intelligence, Deep Packet Inspection (DPI) Networking Systems, Mass Metadata Extraction and Analysis, Data Retention System, Cyber Investigation, network probe

Kineto Wireless

Series D in 2008
Kineto Wireless is a venture-backed company that specializes in providing solutions for mobile operators transitioning to IP-based services. Its offerings are designed to help operators compete against over-the-top (OTT) service providers by enhancing their voice and messaging capabilities. Key products include Smart Comms, which leverages Rich Communications Suite (RCS) technology to help operators brand and monetize their communications services, and Smart Wi-Fi, which allows existing Wi-Fi access points to function as virtual femtocells within the operator’s network. Kineto has established partnerships with several major telecommunications and technology companies, including HTC, Huawei, LG Electronics, Motorola, and T-Mobile USA, among others.

GENBAND

Series D in 2008
GENBAND US LLC is a global provider of real-time communications software solutions tailored for service providers, enterprises, independent software vendors, and developers. Established in 1999 and based in Frisco, Texas, the company offers a diverse range of products, including telephony application servers that support voice, video, instant messaging, and collaboration across various devices and networks. Its intelligent messaging solutions enable unified communication services, while IP gateway and session border controller products ensure secure and reliable connectivity for both fixed and mobile networks. GENBAND also specializes in cloud-enabled platforms, network functions virtualization, and media gateways that enhance communication efficiency and productivity. As a subsidiary of Sonus Networks, GENBAND continues to focus on transforming and improving communication networks worldwide.

Teranetics

Series D in 2008
Teranetics is a prominent mixed-signal integrated circuit (IC) company specializing in the development of silicon products for advanced communication applications. The company boasts a core development team with a proven history of success in creating innovative solutions for complex communication systems. Teranetics is supported by a consortium of experienced venture investors who possess extensive knowledge and achievements in the semiconductor and communication sectors.

Quantenna Communications

Series B in 2007
Quantenna Communications, Inc. specializes in designing, developing, and marketing advanced wireless communication solutions for local area networking. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company offers a range of products, including radio frequency and digital baseband chips that support various IEEE Wi-Fi standards such as 802.11n, 802.11ac, and the draft Wi-Fi 6 standard. Quantenna also provides Qdock, a software framework that facilitates the integration of third-party applications with its Wi-Fi solutions. Its offerings cater to a wide array of applications, including home networking, retail, outdoor, small and medium businesses, enterprise settings, and consumer electronics. Quantenna markets its solutions directly to original equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and third-party distributors across the Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Americas, generating significant revenue from the Asia-Pacific region. As of June 2019, Quantenna operates as a subsidiary of ON Semiconductor Corporation.

ULocate Communications

Series C in 2007
ULocate Communications offers its users with wireless location-based services that leverages individual locations for customized deliveries. ULocate Communications is a U.S.-based company that was founded in 2003.

Intercasting

Series B in 2007
Intercasting is a mobile social networking company that specializes in providing services to wireless carriers and device manufacturers. Established in 2004, the company is known for its flagship platform, ANTHEM 2.0, which enables the integration of instant messaging, email, and social networking features into mobile offerings. Intercasting gained recognition for being one of the pioneers in deploying a carrier-grade mobile blogging and social networking application in North America, exemplified by its early product, Rabble.

XConnect

Series A in 2007
XConnect is a leading provider of interconnection services that facilitates the adoption of IP-based multimedia communications. Utilizing advanced ENUM registry and IPX hub technology, XConnect supports customers in maximizing their network investments by delivering IP voice, video, and unified communications across diverse networks. The company is headquartered in London, with additional offices in the USA, EMEA, and Asia, servicing a customer base that spans over 70 countries. Its clientele includes major carriers, service providers, and companies in Unified Communications and Video Conferencing. XConnect's services enhance the mobile communications ecosystem by providing real-time access to comprehensive and secure data, enabling IP-enabled carriers and service providers to deliver efficient communication solutions to their end customers.

GENBAND

Series C in 2007
GENBAND US LLC is a global provider of real-time communications software solutions tailored for service providers, enterprises, independent software vendors, and developers. Established in 1999 and based in Frisco, Texas, the company offers a diverse range of products, including telephony application servers that support voice, video, instant messaging, and collaboration across various devices and networks. Its intelligent messaging solutions enable unified communication services, while IP gateway and session border controller products ensure secure and reliable connectivity for both fixed and mobile networks. GENBAND also specializes in cloud-enabled platforms, network functions virtualization, and media gateways that enhance communication efficiency and productivity. As a subsidiary of Sonus Networks, GENBAND continues to focus on transforming and improving communication networks worldwide.

Kineto Wireless

Series C in 2007
Kineto Wireless is a venture-backed company that specializes in providing solutions for mobile operators transitioning to IP-based services. Its offerings are designed to help operators compete against over-the-top (OTT) service providers by enhancing their voice and messaging capabilities. Key products include Smart Comms, which leverages Rich Communications Suite (RCS) technology to help operators brand and monetize their communications services, and Smart Wi-Fi, which allows existing Wi-Fi access points to function as virtual femtocells within the operator’s network. Kineto has established partnerships with several major telecommunications and technology companies, including HTC, Huawei, LG Electronics, Motorola, and T-Mobile USA, among others.

Teranetics

Series C in 2006
Teranetics is a prominent mixed-signal integrated circuit (IC) company specializing in the development of silicon products for advanced communication applications. The company boasts a core development team with a proven history of success in creating innovative solutions for complex communication systems. Teranetics is supported by a consortium of experienced venture investors who possess extensive knowledge and achievements in the semiconductor and communication sectors.

Vocera Communications

Series F in 2006
Vocera Communications, Inc. specializes in providing secure and integrated communication and workflow solutions tailored for mobile workers in various sectors, notably healthcare. Their offerings enhance communication within hospitals and other critical environments by integrating with existing clinical systems like electronic health records and patient monitoring. Key products include the Vocera Communication and Workflow System, which connects various communication devices, and Vocera Care Experience, aimed at improving patient care and operational efficiency. The company also supports innovation through its Experience Innovation Network, which collaborates with healthcare organizations to develop new solutions. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Vocera serves approximately 1,700 healthcare facilities worldwide, including hospitals and clinics, through a combination of direct sales and partnerships with resellers and distributors. Their solutions are endorsed by the American Hospital Association, highlighting their role in enhancing patient safety and satisfaction while improving overall hospital productivity.

Newport Media

Series C in 2006
Newport Media is a fabless semiconductor company that develops and sells highly integrated solutions for emerging digital audio and mobile TV broadcasts standards. Market research firm In-Stat forecasts that the market for TV enabled cellular phones will grow to over 80 million units annually by 2010. To optimally address this and other significant market opportunities, Newport Media has assembled a management and development team with comprehensive system semiconductor experience in wireless handset and digital set-top box industries. Newport Media development team leverages its collective experience in these converging industries to develop broadcast multi-media architectures and IC implementations with unprecedented performance, power consumption, size and cost. Newport Media is a member of all major mobile TV industry forums and is an active participant in the international standardization process.

Bivio Networks

Venture Round in 2006
Founded in 2000, Bivio Networks is dedicated to providing leading networking products that enable government agencies and service providers to control, monitor, and secure critical network infrastructure. A leader in cyber intelligence, cyber security and network control solutions, Bivio has deployed its products in a wide range of solutions. Bivio’s global customer base includes leading intelligence agencies, military organizations and service providers. Bivio is privately-held and is headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area with office locations worldwide. Specialties Cyber Security, Cyber Intelligence, Deep Packet Inspection (DPI) Networking Systems, Mass Metadata Extraction and Analysis, Data Retention System, Cyber Investigation, network probe

Anda Networks

Venture Round in 2006
ANDA Networks is a leading provider of carrier-class solutions for fiber-and copper-based access networks worldwide. Their application specific products cost-effectively solve today's problems in legacy networks and facilitate migration paths to the next-generation networks.

Newport Media

Series B in 2006
Newport Media is a fabless semiconductor company that develops and sells highly integrated solutions for emerging digital audio and mobile TV broadcasts standards. Market research firm In-Stat forecasts that the market for TV enabled cellular phones will grow to over 80 million units annually by 2010. To optimally address this and other significant market opportunities, Newport Media has assembled a management and development team with comprehensive system semiconductor experience in wireless handset and digital set-top box industries. Newport Media development team leverages its collective experience in these converging industries to develop broadcast multi-media architectures and IC implementations with unprecedented performance, power consumption, size and cost. Newport Media is a member of all major mobile TV industry forums and is an active participant in the international standardization process.

Teranetics

Series B in 2005
Teranetics is a prominent mixed-signal integrated circuit (IC) company specializing in the development of silicon products for advanced communication applications. The company boasts a core development team with a proven history of success in creating innovative solutions for complex communication systems. Teranetics is supported by a consortium of experienced venture investors who possess extensive knowledge and achievements in the semiconductor and communication sectors.

Bivio Networks

Venture Round in 2005
Founded in 2000, Bivio Networks is dedicated to providing leading networking products that enable government agencies and service providers to control, monitor, and secure critical network infrastructure. A leader in cyber intelligence, cyber security and network control solutions, Bivio has deployed its products in a wide range of solutions. Bivio’s global customer base includes leading intelligence agencies, military organizations and service providers. Bivio is privately-held and is headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area with office locations worldwide. Specialties Cyber Security, Cyber Intelligence, Deep Packet Inspection (DPI) Networking Systems, Mass Metadata Extraction and Analysis, Data Retention System, Cyber Investigation, network probe

Newport Media

Series A in 2005
Newport Media is a fabless semiconductor company that develops and sells highly integrated solutions for emerging digital audio and mobile TV broadcasts standards. Market research firm In-Stat forecasts that the market for TV enabled cellular phones will grow to over 80 million units annually by 2010. To optimally address this and other significant market opportunities, Newport Media has assembled a management and development team with comprehensive system semiconductor experience in wireless handset and digital set-top box industries. Newport Media development team leverages its collective experience in these converging industries to develop broadcast multi-media architectures and IC implementations with unprecedented performance, power consumption, size and cost. Newport Media is a member of all major mobile TV industry forums and is an active participant in the international standardization process.

GENBAND

Venture Round in 2005
GENBAND US LLC is a global provider of real-time communications software solutions tailored for service providers, enterprises, independent software vendors, and developers. Established in 1999 and based in Frisco, Texas, the company offers a diverse range of products, including telephony application servers that support voice, video, instant messaging, and collaboration across various devices and networks. Its intelligent messaging solutions enable unified communication services, while IP gateway and session border controller products ensure secure and reliable connectivity for both fixed and mobile networks. GENBAND also specializes in cloud-enabled platforms, network functions virtualization, and media gateways that enhance communication efficiency and productivity. As a subsidiary of Sonus Networks, GENBAND continues to focus on transforming and improving communication networks worldwide.

Infinera

Series E in 2004
Infinera Corporation is a global provider of optical transport networking equipment, software, and services, utilizing advanced photonic integration technology. The company offers a diverse portfolio that includes modular platforms, coherent optical transport systems, and packet-optical transport solutions, enabling high-performance networking across various applications. Notable products include the Infinera Groove series, FlexILS open line systems, and XTC multi-terabit platforms, which support operators in managing and processing data effectively. Infinera's digital transport node (DTN) system leverages photonic integrated circuits to facilitate digital processing and wavelength division multiplexing, enhancing network capabilities. The company serves a wide range of customers, including telecommunications service providers, internet content providers, cable operators, educational institutions, and government entities. Infinera also provides a comprehensive suite of support services, including technical support, installation, and professional services, ensuring robust operation of its networking solutions. Headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, Infinera was founded in 2000 and has established itself as a key player in the optical networking market.

Kineto Wireless

Series C in 2004
Kineto Wireless is a venture-backed company that specializes in providing solutions for mobile operators transitioning to IP-based services. Its offerings are designed to help operators compete against over-the-top (OTT) service providers by enhancing their voice and messaging capabilities. Key products include Smart Comms, which leverages Rich Communications Suite (RCS) technology to help operators brand and monetize their communications services, and Smart Wi-Fi, which allows existing Wi-Fi access points to function as virtual femtocells within the operator’s network. Kineto has established partnerships with several major telecommunications and technology companies, including HTC, Huawei, LG Electronics, Motorola, and T-Mobile USA, among others.

IMlogic

Series C in 2004
IMlogic, Inc. specializes in enterprise software that integrates instant messaging services across various industries, including financial services, energy, healthcare, government, media, telecommunications, technology, consumer products, and manufacturing. The company's solutions focus on securing, deploying, and utilizing instant messaging and presence technology to facilitate real-time business communications. Additionally, IMlogic provides tools to manage and secure both public and enterprise instant messaging networks, ensuring compliance with regulatory and corporate governance policies.

Infinera

Series D in 2003
Infinera Corporation is a global provider of optical transport networking equipment, software, and services, utilizing advanced photonic integration technology. The company offers a diverse portfolio that includes modular platforms, coherent optical transport systems, and packet-optical transport solutions, enabling high-performance networking across various applications. Notable products include the Infinera Groove series, FlexILS open line systems, and XTC multi-terabit platforms, which support operators in managing and processing data effectively. Infinera's digital transport node (DTN) system leverages photonic integrated circuits to facilitate digital processing and wavelength division multiplexing, enhancing network capabilities. The company serves a wide range of customers, including telecommunications service providers, internet content providers, cable operators, educational institutions, and government entities. Infinera also provides a comprehensive suite of support services, including technical support, installation, and professional services, ensuring robust operation of its networking solutions. Headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, Infinera was founded in 2000 and has established itself as a key player in the optical networking market.

Tantivy Communications

Venture Round in 2003
Tantivy Communications offers business communication, documentation, and data communications consulting services. It also develops communication and telecommunications software solutions and equipment. Tantivy Communications was acquired by InterDigital Communications in August 2003. Tantivy Communications was founded in 1997 and is based in Melbourne, Florida.

ZettaCom

Series C in 2003
ZettaCom, Inc. manufactures and supplies chipset solutions to core multi-service switch and router original equipment manufacturers (OEMs).

Kineto Wireless

Series B in 2003
Kineto Wireless is a venture-backed company that specializes in providing solutions for mobile operators transitioning to IP-based services. Its offerings are designed to help operators compete against over-the-top (OTT) service providers by enhancing their voice and messaging capabilities. Key products include Smart Comms, which leverages Rich Communications Suite (RCS) technology to help operators brand and monetize their communications services, and Smart Wi-Fi, which allows existing Wi-Fi access points to function as virtual femtocells within the operator’s network. Kineto has established partnerships with several major telecommunications and technology companies, including HTC, Huawei, LG Electronics, Motorola, and T-Mobile USA, among others.

Vocera Communications

Series D in 2003
Vocera Communications, Inc. specializes in providing secure and integrated communication and workflow solutions tailored for mobile workers in various sectors, notably healthcare. Their offerings enhance communication within hospitals and other critical environments by integrating with existing clinical systems like electronic health records and patient monitoring. Key products include the Vocera Communication and Workflow System, which connects various communication devices, and Vocera Care Experience, aimed at improving patient care and operational efficiency. The company also supports innovation through its Experience Innovation Network, which collaborates with healthcare organizations to develop new solutions. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Vocera serves approximately 1,700 healthcare facilities worldwide, including hospitals and clinics, through a combination of direct sales and partnerships with resellers and distributors. Their solutions are endorsed by the American Hospital Association, highlighting their role in enhancing patient safety and satisfaction while improving overall hospital productivity.

IMlogic

Series B in 2003
IMlogic, Inc. specializes in enterprise software that integrates instant messaging services across various industries, including financial services, energy, healthcare, government, media, telecommunications, technology, consumer products, and manufacturing. The company's solutions focus on securing, deploying, and utilizing instant messaging and presence technology to facilitate real-time business communications. Additionally, IMlogic provides tools to manage and secure both public and enterprise instant messaging networks, ensuring compliance with regulatory and corporate governance policies.

2Wire

Series E in 2002
2Wire, based in San Jose, California, specializes in providing broadband service products tailored for telecommunications companies. The company develops integrated solutions designed to enhance broadband service and content delivery throughout homes and small offices. Leveraging its expertise in both software and hardware, 2Wire enables users to maximize the advantages of broadband connectivity. Its offerings include residential gateways, multi-service media platforms, intelligent home servers, and remote management systems, all aimed at facilitating a seamless experience for both consumers and service providers. Additionally, 2Wire supports global telecom carriers with platforms that enable the delivery and management of voice, data, and media services, as well as providing customer support through call centers.

NeoPhotonics

Venture Round in 2002
NeoPhotonics offers a complete line of both active and passive optical components for every network market segment: FTTH/Access, Datacom, Storage Area Networks, Metro and Long Haul networks. NeoPhotonics' transceivers are compliant with industry standard MSAs, are available in GBIC, SFF, SFP, XFP and other configurations, and serve a variety of reaches, applications and data-rates from 155MBps to 10GBps. NeoPhotonics' advanced silica Planar Lightwave Circuit (PLC) integrated optical modules and subsystems are critical parts in access FTTH networks and in metro and long-haul DWDM networks. For FTTH, NeoPhotonics manufactures integrated splitters in high volume and FTTH BiDi and TriPlexer transceivers, Other products include AWGs, Athermal AWGs, VOA Multiplexers, EDFAs and ROADM Modules. NeoPhotonics' manufactures MEMS-based Variable Optical Attenuators and Dynamic Channel Equalizers

Vocera Communications

Series C in 2002
Vocera Communications, Inc. specializes in providing secure and integrated communication and workflow solutions tailored for mobile workers in various sectors, notably healthcare. Their offerings enhance communication within hospitals and other critical environments by integrating with existing clinical systems like electronic health records and patient monitoring. Key products include the Vocera Communication and Workflow System, which connects various communication devices, and Vocera Care Experience, aimed at improving patient care and operational efficiency. The company also supports innovation through its Experience Innovation Network, which collaborates with healthcare organizations to develop new solutions. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Vocera serves approximately 1,700 healthcare facilities worldwide, including hospitals and clinics, through a combination of direct sales and partnerships with resellers and distributors. Their solutions are endorsed by the American Hospital Association, highlighting their role in enhancing patient safety and satisfaction while improving overall hospital productivity.

P-Cube

Series C in 2002
P-Cube develops programmable IP service control platforms for broadband and mobile network operators. The company's products include engage, which offers service providers a roadmap to profitability by offering technology that enables operators to adopt a phased approach; encharge, which works with existing OSS and BSS systems that creates a converged voice and data prepaid-postpaid environment; and service control platforms.

Polaris Networks

Series B in 2002
Polaris Networks specializes in the development of optical transport switching systems aimed at enhancing communication within metro core networks. The company offers a diverse array of products, including test tools and communication gateways that feature functional and load testers, as well as simulation tools for LTE access and packet core. These offerings are designed to serve network equipment manufacturers, service providers, and test labs, providing them with essential resources for effective communication and network performance testing.
Cedar Point Communications provides integrated voice over Internet protocol and multimedia switching technologies for the service provider and enterprise telecommunication industries. Its products include SAFARI C3, a media switching system, which delivers Internet protocol multimedia subsystem (IMS) capabilities that support the anticipated migration to IMS architecture for converged networks; and SAFARI eMG, a media gateway that delivers flexibility. The company also provides training, customer, and solution services. Cedar Point Communications serves information technology departments and network operators, cable operators and telecommunications carriers, and enterprise customers and educational institutions. Cedar Point Communications, Inc. was founded in 2000 and is based in Derry, New Hampshire with an additional office in Meersburg, Germany.

Accelight Networks

Venture Round in 2001
AcceLight Networks has unleashed a new class of intelligent optical core aggregation - Photonic Service Switching (PSS). The innovative solutions provided by the PhotoniX family provides switched services to the installed wavelength core, which enables massive scalability with new revenue opportunities.

2Wire

Series D in 2001
2Wire, based in San Jose, California, specializes in providing broadband service products tailored for telecommunications companies. The company develops integrated solutions designed to enhance broadband service and content delivery throughout homes and small offices. Leveraging its expertise in both software and hardware, 2Wire enables users to maximize the advantages of broadband connectivity. Its offerings include residential gateways, multi-service media platforms, intelligent home servers, and remote management systems, all aimed at facilitating a seamless experience for both consumers and service providers. Additionally, 2Wire supports global telecom carriers with platforms that enable the delivery and management of voice, data, and media services, as well as providing customer support through call centers.

Maxxan Systems

Series B in 2001
MaXXan Systems is the first company to create next-generation networking infrastructure technologies specifically to meet the needs of businesses deploying large-scale storage networks. Businesses at the enterprise level are faced with extreme data growth rates and spiraling costs for managing data. MaXXan products will bring more scalability, reliability and intelligence to storage networks while reducing the cost of management, deployment and ownership of those networks.

GENBAND

Series D in 2001
GENBAND US LLC is a global provider of real-time communications software solutions tailored for service providers, enterprises, independent software vendors, and developers. Established in 1999 and based in Frisco, Texas, the company offers a diverse range of products, including telephony application servers that support voice, video, instant messaging, and collaboration across various devices and networks. Its intelligent messaging solutions enable unified communication services, while IP gateway and session border controller products ensure secure and reliable connectivity for both fixed and mobile networks. GENBAND also specializes in cloud-enabled platforms, network functions virtualization, and media gateways that enhance communication efficiency and productivity. As a subsidiary of Sonus Networks, GENBAND continues to focus on transforming and improving communication networks worldwide.

ZettaCom

Series B in 2001
ZettaCom, Inc. manufactures and supplies chipset solutions to core multi-service switch and router original equipment manufacturers (OEMs).

Kineto Wireless

Series A in 2001
Kineto Wireless is a venture-backed company that specializes in providing solutions for mobile operators transitioning to IP-based services. Its offerings are designed to help operators compete against over-the-top (OTT) service providers by enhancing their voice and messaging capabilities. Key products include Smart Comms, which leverages Rich Communications Suite (RCS) technology to help operators brand and monetize their communications services, and Smart Wi-Fi, which allows existing Wi-Fi access points to function as virtual femtocells within the operator’s network. Kineto has established partnerships with several major telecommunications and technology companies, including HTC, Huawei, LG Electronics, Motorola, and T-Mobile USA, among others.

Maxxan Systems

Series A in 2001
MaXXan Systems is the first company to create next-generation networking infrastructure technologies specifically to meet the needs of businesses deploying large-scale storage networks. Businesses at the enterprise level are faced with extreme data growth rates and spiraling costs for managing data. MaXXan products will bring more scalability, reliability and intelligence to storage networks while reducing the cost of management, deployment and ownership of those networks.

Infinera

Series A in 2001
Infinera Corporation is a global provider of optical transport networking equipment, software, and services, utilizing advanced photonic integration technology. The company offers a diverse portfolio that includes modular platforms, coherent optical transport systems, and packet-optical transport solutions, enabling high-performance networking across various applications. Notable products include the Infinera Groove series, FlexILS open line systems, and XTC multi-terabit platforms, which support operators in managing and processing data effectively. Infinera's digital transport node (DTN) system leverages photonic integrated circuits to facilitate digital processing and wavelength division multiplexing, enhancing network capabilities. The company serves a wide range of customers, including telecommunications service providers, internet content providers, cable operators, educational institutions, and government entities. Infinera also provides a comprehensive suite of support services, including technical support, installation, and professional services, ensuring robust operation of its networking solutions. Headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, Infinera was founded in 2000 and has established itself as a key player in the optical networking market.

Vividon, Inc

Series B in 2001
Vividon, formerly known as Exotec, develops scalable, turnkey content distribution servers which enable the delivery of multimedia content and services. Its Delivery Server (CDS) is used by broadband ISPs and network service providers in optimizing the delivery of streaming video and audio.

Edgix Corporation

Series A in 2001
Edgix is an Internet content delivery company providing high-speed Edge Services™ to Internet Service Providers (ISPs) worldwide. Edgix was founded in early 1999 by networking pioneers Mark Hurst, Kyle Powell and Drew Major, the co-founders of Novell, and is led by seasoned executives from companies such as Lucent, UUNet and Bell Atlantic Internetworking.

Bivio Networks

Series A in 2000
Founded in 2000, Bivio Networks is dedicated to providing leading networking products that enable government agencies and service providers to control, monitor, and secure critical network infrastructure. A leader in cyber intelligence, cyber security and network control solutions, Bivio has deployed its products in a wide range of solutions. Bivio’s global customer base includes leading intelligence agencies, military organizations and service providers. Bivio is privately-held and is headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area with office locations worldwide. Specialties Cyber Security, Cyber Intelligence, Deep Packet Inspection (DPI) Networking Systems, Mass Metadata Extraction and Analysis, Data Retention System, Cyber Investigation, network probe

GENBAND

Series C in 2000
GENBAND US LLC is a global provider of real-time communications software solutions tailored for service providers, enterprises, independent software vendors, and developers. Established in 1999 and based in Frisco, Texas, the company offers a diverse range of products, including telephony application servers that support voice, video, instant messaging, and collaboration across various devices and networks. Its intelligent messaging solutions enable unified communication services, while IP gateway and session border controller products ensure secure and reliable connectivity for both fixed and mobile networks. GENBAND also specializes in cloud-enabled platforms, network functions virtualization, and media gateways that enhance communication efficiency and productivity. As a subsidiary of Sonus Networks, GENBAND continues to focus on transforming and improving communication networks worldwide.

Vividon, Inc

Series B in 2000
Vividon, formerly known as Exotec, develops scalable, turnkey content distribution servers which enable the delivery of multimedia content and services. Its Delivery Server (CDS) is used by broadband ISPs and network service providers in optimizing the delivery of streaming video and audio.

Onex Communications

Series B in 2000
The global telecommunications marketplace has become increasingly competitive due to privatization and deregulation. As communications providers seek ways to compete more effectively and better leverage their infrastructure investments, additional pressure is brought to bear on telecom equipment vendors. The ability to deliver switching and transmission solutions that offer service providers increased flexibility and improved economics is the key to equipment providers’ success. ONEX Communications enables service providers to achieve service agility by providing telecom equipment vendors with the industry’s first System Silicon. ONEX Communications’ System Silicon gives established telecom equipment vendors the flexible migration path necessary for enabling existing products to support next-generation requirements. ONEX’s System Silicon also allows emerging telecom vendors to develop cutting edge carrier systems. System Silicon provides integrated switching, routing and transmission on silicon. Telecom equipment vendors realize unparalleled benefits by a reduction in cost, power, and space requirements to one tenth of existing piece-part solutions. Additionally, by enabling universal line cards and switch fabrics, ONEX Communications’ System Silicon reduces cost and system design complexity for its equipment vendor customers. Service providers also benefit with decreased operational costs and simplified provisioning. By implementing convergence at the component level, ONEX Communications’ System Silicon delivers dramatically improved design and development flexibility for telecom systems vendors. Accordingly, telecom systems vendors leveraging ONEX Communications System Silicon can deliver significant benefits to their service provider customers. For example, by enabling universal line cards and universal switching fabrics, service providers benefit from simplified provisioning, decreased inventory costs and flexible service migration for customers. ONEX Communications was honored with the prestigious "private company to watch" designation by the investment banking firm Robertson Stephens in its 2001 report on the Communications Semiconductor industry. IBM also selected ONEX Communications as the charter member of its "Rising Star" partner program. ONEX Communications is headquartered in Bedford, Massachusetts, within the heart of Massachusetts’ telecommunications corridor. ONEX Communications distributes its products through a direct sales force, and via a relationship with TranSwitch Corporation. Recognizing the importance of providing innovative, best in class solutions, ONEX Communications partners with industry leading businesses including IBM, Tensilica, WindRiver and others.

eYak (Sonexis)

Series C in 2000
eYak (Sonexis) is an IP telephony services company. It provides internet protocol media server software and solutions for voice applications. The company was founded by Jeff Flowers in 1999 and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.

Polaris Networks

Series A in 2000
Polaris Networks specializes in the development of optical transport switching systems aimed at enhancing communication within metro core networks. The company offers a diverse array of products, including test tools and communication gateways that feature functional and load testers, as well as simulation tools for LTE access and packet core. These offerings are designed to serve network equipment manufacturers, service providers, and test labs, providing them with essential resources for effective communication and network performance testing.

Tilion

Series A in 2000
Tilion is a company that specializes in infrastructure and data services for online businesses. Founded in 2000 by Chris Stone and headquartered in Maynard, Massachusetts, Tilion aggregates e-commerce data from supply-chain transactions for its clients. This data is then organized and presented in a user-friendly, printable report format, enabling businesses to gain insights and make informed decisions based on the aggregated information.

Accessline Communications

Venture Round in 2000
AccessLine Communications offers its users with hosted communications and voice services that gives customers and partners the freedom to focus on their businesses. It is a one-stop shop for cloud business applications that integrates the essential IT services which businesses need such as email, voice, file syncing and sharing, conferencing, instant messaging, identity and access management, mobility, security, and archiving. It offers special industry solutions such as construction, financial services, healthcare, high tech, legal, and manufacturing services. AccessLine Communications was founded in 1983 and it is located in the United States. The company was acquired by Telanetix on September 18, 2007.

Into Networks

Venture Round in 2000
Into Networks has developed the industry's leading platform for providing consumers with immediate access to CD-ROM software and other rich media over broadband networks. With the IntoNet™ content delivery platform, consumers can launch a software title with the click of a mouse - there's no installation, no download and no waiting. Using a rental and subscription model, Into Networks has created an exciting new way to access and experience software.

OptiMight Communications

Series B in 2000
OptiMight Communications Inc. manufactures telecommunications equipments. It offers Coherence Division Multiplexing (CDM) optical telecommunications and networking systems.

2nd Century

Venture Round in 2000
2nd Century Communications is a developer of business communication software designed to address the communication needs of small and medium-sized enterprises. The company operates as an open network application service provider, enabling these businesses to leverage advanced internet networking capabilities. Its software offers a unified communications and desktop computing environment, equipping organizations to enhance their operational efficiency and competitiveness in the modern marketplace.

Kendin Communications

Series E in 2000
Kendin Communications Inc. specializes in the design, development, and marketing of Ethernet chips, including PHYs, repeaters, and switch components for various networking applications such as Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, and Gigabit Ethernet. Founded in 1996, the company utilizes its patented algorithmic signal processing architecture, which provides several advantages over traditional digital signal processing designs, including lower power consumption, reduced die size, and improved production yield. Kendin Communications operates as a privately held firm and focuses on enhancing networking technology through innovative digital manufacturing techniques.

2Wire

Series C in 2000
2Wire, based in San Jose, California, specializes in providing broadband service products tailored for telecommunications companies. The company develops integrated solutions designed to enhance broadband service and content delivery throughout homes and small offices. Leveraging its expertise in both software and hardware, 2Wire enables users to maximize the advantages of broadband connectivity. Its offerings include residential gateways, multi-service media platforms, intelligent home servers, and remote management systems, all aimed at facilitating a seamless experience for both consumers and service providers. Additionally, 2Wire supports global telecom carriers with platforms that enable the delivery and management of voice, data, and media services, as well as providing customer support through call centers.

GENBAND

Series B in 2000
GENBAND US LLC is a global provider of real-time communications software solutions tailored for service providers, enterprises, independent software vendors, and developers. Established in 1999 and based in Frisco, Texas, the company offers a diverse range of products, including telephony application servers that support voice, video, instant messaging, and collaboration across various devices and networks. Its intelligent messaging solutions enable unified communication services, while IP gateway and session border controller products ensure secure and reliable connectivity for both fixed and mobile networks. GENBAND also specializes in cloud-enabled platforms, network functions virtualization, and media gateways that enhance communication efficiency and productivity. As a subsidiary of Sonus Networks, GENBAND continues to focus on transforming and improving communication networks worldwide.

ZettaCom

Series A in 1999
ZettaCom, Inc. manufactures and supplies chipset solutions to core multi-service switch and router original equipment manufacturers (OEMs).

IPHighway

Series B in 1999
IPHighway provide multi-vendor, policy-based networking (PBN) solutions that improve the performance and operation of large-scale networks.

GENBAND

Series A in 1999
GENBAND US LLC is a global provider of real-time communications software solutions tailored for service providers, enterprises, independent software vendors, and developers. Established in 1999 and based in Frisco, Texas, the company offers a diverse range of products, including telephony application servers that support voice, video, instant messaging, and collaboration across various devices and networks. Its intelligent messaging solutions enable unified communication services, while IP gateway and session border controller products ensure secure and reliable connectivity for both fixed and mobile networks. GENBAND also specializes in cloud-enabled platforms, network functions virtualization, and media gateways that enhance communication efficiency and productivity. As a subsidiary of Sonus Networks, GENBAND continues to focus on transforming and improving communication networks worldwide.

2Wire

Series B in 1999
2Wire, based in San Jose, California, specializes in providing broadband service products tailored for telecommunications companies. The company develops integrated solutions designed to enhance broadband service and content delivery throughout homes and small offices. Leveraging its expertise in both software and hardware, 2Wire enables users to maximize the advantages of broadband connectivity. Its offerings include residential gateways, multi-service media platforms, intelligent home servers, and remote management systems, all aimed at facilitating a seamless experience for both consumers and service providers. Additionally, 2Wire supports global telecom carriers with platforms that enable the delivery and management of voice, data, and media services, as well as providing customer support through call centers.

Airspan Networks

Series B in 1998
Airspan Networks Inc. is a global provider of 4G broadband wireless products and solutions, delivering high-speed data, voice, and multimedia services across licensed and unlicensed frequency bands ranging from 700MHz to 6GHz. The company's offerings include a variety of advanced small cell technologies such as AirVelocity, AirSynergy, and AirHarmony, as well as solutions like Air4G, AirSymphony, and AirSON, which cater to the needs of operators and various vertical markets, including smart utilities, public safety, and transportation. Airspan's products have been deployed in over 100 countries by numerous operators, enhancing connectivity and service delivery. Additionally, the company provides transport solutions, network management systems, and support services to facilitate the effective deployment and operation of its systems. Founded in 1992 and headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida, Airspan Networks leverages a unique combination of in-house expertise in LTE, WiMAX, Wi-Fi, and VoIP technologies to innovate and address the demands of the telecommunications landscape.

Anda Networks

Seed Round in 1998
ANDA Networks is a leading provider of carrier-class solutions for fiber-and copper-based access networks worldwide. Their application specific products cost-effectively solve today's problems in legacy networks and facilitate migration paths to the next-generation networks.

Castle Networks

Seed Round in 1998
Castle Networks provides carrier-class telecommunications equipment to facilitate data and voice convergence. The company was founded in 1998 and based in Westford, Massachusetts.

USInternetworking

Venture Round in 1998
USinternetworking, an applications services provider, manages companies' software via the internet. It provides hosted applications via the internet for large companies looking for managed software services. It offers applications from vendors in the areas of enterprise resource planning and customer relationship management (Oracle), spend management (Ariba), messaging and collaboration (Microsoft), and custom developed e-commerce systems. USinternetworking's customers included the State of Maryland's Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, Sunburst Hospitality, and Yankee Candle. The company was acquired by US telecom service giant AT&T in 2006.

New Oak

Venture Round in 1996
New Oak provides a Virtual Private Network system for secure remote corporate WAN access.

Arris Group

Venture Round in 1995
ARRIS Group, Inc., a global communications technology company, provides integrated broadband network solutions. The company develops, manufactures and supplies cable telephony, video and high-speed data equipment. The company provides products and equipment principally to cable system operators and, more specifically, to Multiple System Operators (MSOs). ARRIS is a global innovator in IP, video and broadband technology. They have continually worked with their customers to transform the experience of entertainment and communications for millions of people around the world. The people of ARRIS are dedicated to the success of their customers, bringing a passion for invention that has fueled their history: They created digital TV, delivered the first wireless broadband gateway and are pioneering the standards and pathways for tomorrow's personalized, Ultra HD, multiscreen, and cloud services. They are dedicated to meeting today's challenges and preparing for the tasks the future holds. Collaborating with their customers, ARRIS will continue to solve the most pressing challenges of 21st century communications. Together, they are inventing the future.

Ramp Networks

Seed Round in 1995
Ramp Networks provides Internet security and broadband access solutions for the small office and enterprise remote office. The company was formerly known as Trancell Systems. Ramp Networks was founded in 1993 and is based in Santa Clara, California.

Polycom

Seed Round in 1992
Polycom, Inc. specializes in providing collaboration solutions that encompass voice, video, and content sharing. The company offers a range of products, including video conferencing systems, conference phones, and mobile applications designed for secure communication in various settings. Its solutions cater to diverse industries such as healthcare, education, finance, and manufacturing, enabling organizations to enhance productivity and improve customer service. The RealPresence platform serves as a foundation for its offerings, featuring tools for management, recording, and remote access. Polycom also supports users with UC personal devices and a variety of professional services, including maintenance and customer support. The company distributes its products through a network of channel partners, which helps reach customers globally. Founded in 1990 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Polycom operates as a subsidiary of Plantronics, Inc.

TriQuint Semiconductor

Seed Round in 1987
TriQuint Semiconductor, Inc. supplies modules, components and foundry services to the communications companies. The company's products are designed on various wafer substrates, including compound semiconductor materials, such as gallium arsenide (GaAs) and piezoelectric crystals, such as lithium tantalate (LiTaO3). The company uses various process technologies using GaAs substrates including heterojunction bipolar transistors (HBTs) and pseudomorphic high electron mobility transistors (pHEMTs). The company's customers include Foxconn; Motorola, Inc.; Samsung; and U.S. Department of Commerce. Competition For its integrated modules, the company competes primarily with the following existing competitors: Anadigics Inc., Avago, Inc., Eudyna, Inc., Raytheon Co., RF Micro Devices, Inc., Skyworks Solutions, Inc., ICS Technologies, Inc., Phonon Corp., RF Monolithics, Inc., TDK and EPCOS AG, Temex SAS, TAI-SAW Technology Co., Fujitsu Microelectronics, Inc., Murata Manufacturing Co., and Panasonic Corp. TriQuint Semiconductor, Inc. was founded in 1981.

StrataCom

Pre Seed Round in 1986
StrataCom is a Hewlett Packard Silver Partner specializing in HP's IT Service Management solutions.
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