Walden International is a venture capital firm based in San Francisco, California, established in 1984. The firm specializes in cross-border investments, targeting early and expansion-stage companies in sectors such as information technology, artificial intelligence, semiconductors, clean technology, healthcare, and digital media. With over 30 years of experience, Walden International aims to create value by leveraging global markets and talent, partnering with entrepreneurs who recognize the advantages of geographic flexibility. The firm's integrated team combines venture expertise with operational experience to support the growth of innovative companies worldwide. Additionally, it manages various funds that focus on specific regions, including investments in the United States, Israel, and China.
HjMicro, also known as Hongjun Microelectronics, focuses on the development of server processor chips tailored for the data center cloud computing market. The company specializes in creating high-performance general-purpose processors based on the ARM architecture, aiming to enhance efficiency and streamline deployment for cloud services. By concentrating on the needs of data centers, HjMicro provides innovative server CPU solutions that cater to the demands of modern computing environments.
Developer of production automation systems for the semiconductor industry. The company focuses on the development of overall automated systems for 8-inch and 12-inch wafer manufacturing FABs in the semiconductor wafer manufacturing and semiconductor packaging and testing fields, enabling semiconductor manufacturers to reduce operation costs and stay competitive.
Provider of one-stop comprehensive internet of things (IoT) solutions. The company provides IoT modules, IoT devices, application software, and enterprise cloud services, supporting the smart small appliances and smart lighting market by leveraging IoT technology.
Aluksen Technology is an industry leading semiconductor chip manufacturer specializing in optoelectronic technology. The R&D center is located in Silicon Valley, USA. We focus on the telecom, industrial and consumer electronics markets, and gradually form a marketing and service network with Shenzhen as the operation center and covering the global region. We will continue to innovate around customer needs and strive to provide high customers. Quality products and fast, professional technical support and services.
Core Long March Technology is a high-tech design company specializing in the development of new power semiconductor devices. Its core business includes: coolmos, SiC and other chip products and technology development. The technical team is based on the technical experts of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and the introduction of outstanding overseas technical elites. The core members of the team have more than 6 years of product development experience, and realize the whole chain from chip design, manufacturing process, packaging and testing, reliability and application. The company has a professional marketing and operation management team. It is very familiar with the technology, industry and market in this direction and has good operational capabilities. The technical and management teams have gone through the process from technology development to sample to product to mass production to complete marketization. .
Jingwei Qili is a developer of hybrid programmable computing chips. The company's products are mainly FPGA chip series products, as well as development boards and kits, etc., which can be applied to the field of artificial intelligence. At the same time, the company's business also includes providing users with testing and maintenance Circuits and other services.
North Ocean Photonics is a Smart Hardware Company.
SJ Semi
Series C in 2021
SJ Semi is a MEOL (Middle-End of Line) foundry which implements front-end wafer manufacturing and quality systems to MEOL operations. SJSemi's main business is providing bumping, Cu pillar, RDL, and testing services for 12" wafers. The company also places heavy R&D emphasis on fan-out, TSV, interposer, and 3D technologies.
Developer of production automation systems for the semiconductor industry. The company focuses on the development of overall automated systems for 8-inch and 12-inch wafer manufacturing FABs in the semiconductor wafer manufacturing and semiconductor packaging and testing fields, enabling semiconductor manufacturers to reduce operation costs and stay competitive.
Founded in August 2014 in Livermore, CA, Bolb utilizes a proprietary epitaxial platform to produce the world's only fully transparent UVC LED epitaxy stack, providing an unparalleled foundation for advancing their UVC LED performance roadmap, leading to new products which will transform germicidal/virucidal applications, just as visible LEDs have transformed lighting and displays. Bolb's UVC LEDs are world leading, delivering up to 200mW of performance per emitter and exhibiting safe deactivation of lethal pathogens, including SARS-CoV-2, in shortest possible time.
Kandou Bus SA is a company that specializes in designing high-speed, energy-efficient chip-to-chip links and associated technologies. Founded in 2011 and based in Lausanne, Switzerland, Kandou has developed a unique approach to serial link design that enhances data transfer speeds while minimizing power consumption. Their technology is utilized across various electronic devices, including DRAM, graphics cards, server backplanes, mobile devices, and game consoles, effectively increasing data throughput and extending battery life. Additionally, Kandou's solutions address the growing demand for bandwidth in applications such as routers and FPGAs, where they improve performance while reducing pin counts and overall energy usage. The company operates with a team of skilled scientists and engineers across Switzerland, the UK, and the US, focusing on advancing the capabilities of serial links to support innovative electronic designs.
Biren Technology, based in Shanghai, China, specializes in the design and manufacture of intelligent chips and processors tailored for various computing architectures, including GPU and DSA. The company operates in the high-tech sector, focusing on both hardware and software solutions. Its hardware division develops a range of computing solutions that blend versatility with specificity, while its software department is led by experienced industry professionals. The company also conducts frontier research on new intelligent computing systems, emphasizing innovative architectures and advanced compilation technologies. Biren Technology aims to provide integrated solutions for applications such as cloud computing, artificial intelligence training, graphics rendering, and high-performance general-purpose computing, enabling clients to utilize domestic chip solutions and achieve significant technological advancements.
YEESTOR Microelectronics Co., Ltd specializes in the development and sale of memory control chips, focusing primarily on storage controllers. Established in 2007 and headquartered in Shenzhen, China, the company provides a range of products including PCIe SSD controllers, SATA SSD controllers, UFS controllers, eMMC controllers, USB controllers, and security storage controllers. These products are used across various applications, such as data centers, servers, personal computers, smartphones, tablets, smart homes, and the Internet of Things. YEESTOR serves clients that include storage IC companies and module manufacturers, offering technical support and customized solutions to enhance design efficiency and reliability. The company emerged from the merger of SiliconGo Microelectronics and Auspitek and has achieved significant milestones, including cumulative shipments exceeding 700 million units, positioning itself as a leading global supplier in the flash memory controller market.
QST Corporation, founded in September 2012 and based in Shanghai, China, specializes in the design, research, and development of MEMS sensors and smart applications tailored for mobile consumer electronics and IoT applications. The company offers a range of high-quality sensor products, including 3-axis magnetic sensors, accelerometers, gyroscopes, barometers, pressure sensors, light sensors, and combined inertial sensors. QST Corporation focuses on customizing intelligent applications and services to meet the specific needs of its clients. The company has experienced rapid growth by leveraging the virtual IDM model and utilizing China's domestic industrial support system.
Atmosic Technologies, Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company based in Campbell, California, founded in 2016. The company specializes in designing ultra-low power wireless technologies aimed at significantly reducing the dependency of Internet of Things (IoT) devices on batteries. Its innovative products enable a range of connected wireless devices, including wearables, asset trackers, and beacons, to achieve extended battery life or operate without batteries altogether. This advancement not only enhances device performance but also lowers the costs and efforts associated with the deployment and maintenance of IoT systems across various sectors, including personal, home, automotive, healthcare, industrial, enterprise, and smart cities.
Kandou Bus SA is a company that specializes in designing high-speed, energy-efficient chip-to-chip links and associated technologies. Founded in 2011 and based in Lausanne, Switzerland, Kandou has developed a unique approach to serial link design that enhances data transfer speeds while minimizing power consumption. Their technology is utilized across various electronic devices, including DRAM, graphics cards, server backplanes, mobile devices, and game consoles, effectively increasing data throughput and extending battery life. Additionally, Kandou's solutions address the growing demand for bandwidth in applications such as routers and FPGAs, where they improve performance while reducing pin counts and overall energy usage. The company operates with a team of skilled scientists and engineers across Switzerland, the UK, and the US, focusing on advancing the capabilities of serial links to support innovative electronic designs.
Intecells develops and commercializes battery-manufacturing technology to significantly improve batteries' performance and form factor while reducing costs. It develops and commercializes a scalable, solid-state battery manufacturing technology that unleashes new materials and product innovation for every kind of batteries from wearables, electronics, electric vehicles, to energy storage systems. It was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Southfield, Michigan.
TBSTest Technology is a developer and manufacturer of integrated circuit automatic test equipment, specializing in solutions for semiconductor manufacturers. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Beijing, China, with additional offices in Xi’an City, Shanghai, and Suwon, South Korea, the company offers a range of products including test boards, software solutions, and memory systems. TBSTest Technology also provides pre-sales and after-sales support for its equipment, accessories, and software systems, catering to clients in integrated circuit design and production, as well as scientific research institutions and educational organizations. The company is dedicated to advancing testing technology for ultra-large-scale integrated circuits, ensuring high-quality performance for enterprise users in the semiconductor industry.
Lightbits Labs, founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Jose, California, specializes in developing innovative data storage solutions for enterprise private clouds, Software-as-a-Service, and Infrastructure-as-a-Service providers. The company offers LightOS, a Software Defined Storage platform that seamlessly integrates with existing data center infrastructure, alongside the LightField Storage Acceleration Card, which enhances the performance of the LightOS stack. Lightbits Labs aims to transform storage and networking practices in cloud data centers, providing a comprehensive data platform that supports hybrid cloud and cloud-native environments. Its solutions are designed to improve data center agility and cost efficiency, allowing clients to scale their storage infrastructure effectively. With a global presence, including offices in Israel and New York, the company has garnered support from notable investors such as Dell Technologies Capital and Cisco Investments.
Lightbits Labs, founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Jose, California, specializes in developing innovative data storage solutions for enterprise private clouds, Software-as-a-Service, and Infrastructure-as-a-Service providers. The company offers LightOS, a Software Defined Storage platform that seamlessly integrates with existing data center infrastructure, alongside the LightField Storage Acceleration Card, which enhances the performance of the LightOS stack. Lightbits Labs aims to transform storage and networking practices in cloud data centers, providing a comprehensive data platform that supports hybrid cloud and cloud-native environments. Its solutions are designed to improve data center agility and cost efficiency, allowing clients to scale their storage infrastructure effectively. With a global presence, including offices in Israel and New York, the company has garnered support from notable investors such as Dell Technologies Capital and Cisco Investments.
Kandou Bus SA is a company that specializes in designing high-speed, energy-efficient chip-to-chip links and associated technologies. Founded in 2011 and based in Lausanne, Switzerland, Kandou has developed a unique approach to serial link design that enhances data transfer speeds while minimizing power consumption. Their technology is utilized across various electronic devices, including DRAM, graphics cards, server backplanes, mobile devices, and game consoles, effectively increasing data throughput and extending battery life. Additionally, Kandou's solutions address the growing demand for bandwidth in applications such as routers and FPGAs, where they improve performance while reducing pin counts and overall energy usage. The company operates with a team of skilled scientists and engineers across Switzerland, the UK, and the US, focusing on advancing the capabilities of serial links to support innovative electronic designs.
CNEX Labs, Inc. is a developer of semiconductor storage solutions, specializing in NVMe PCIe SSD controller ASICs that support LightNVM/Open-Channel operations. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company also has offices in Copenhagen, Shanghai, Hangzhou, and Tokyo. CNEX's products are designed for cloud, hyperscale, and enterprise data centers, offering high performance, low and predictable latency, and flexibility for software-defined storage. The controllers facilitate enhanced capabilities in big data computing and analytics, allowing customers to create differentiated SSD solutions across various form factors such as M.2, U.2, and EDSFF. By partnering with solid-state storage manufacturers and systems customers, CNEX Labs aims to drive innovation in storage technologies necessary for modern data demands.
Innovium, Inc. develops and deploys switching silicon solutions for cloud, enterprise, and edge data centers in the United States and internationally. It offers TERALYNX 7 for large scale public and private cloud; and TERALYNX 5 for ToR, enterprise, Edge, and 5G data centers. The company also provides Network OS, a cloud, OEM, open-source network operating system; open source and standard APIs; and TERALYNX software development kit. Innovium, Inc. was incorporated in 2014 and is headquartered in San Jose, California with a location in Bengaluru, India.
YEESTOR Microelectronics Co., Ltd specializes in the development and sale of memory control chips, focusing primarily on storage controllers. Established in 2007 and headquartered in Shenzhen, China, the company provides a range of products including PCIe SSD controllers, SATA SSD controllers, UFS controllers, eMMC controllers, USB controllers, and security storage controllers. These products are used across various applications, such as data centers, servers, personal computers, smartphones, tablets, smart homes, and the Internet of Things. YEESTOR serves clients that include storage IC companies and module manufacturers, offering technical support and customized solutions to enhance design efficiency and reliability. The company emerged from the merger of SiliconGo Microelectronics and Auspitek and has achieved significant milestones, including cumulative shipments exceeding 700 million units, positioning itself as a leading global supplier in the flash memory controller market.
SENASIC is a company based in Shanghai, China, established in 2015, that specializes in the research, development, manufacture, and supply of tire pressure monitoring sensors and other high-performance chips for automotive and industrial IoT applications. Its product lineup includes various tire pressure sensors, such as the SNP729, SNP705, and SNP739, which measure parameters like pressure, temperature, and power supply voltage, as well as the wireless-SNJ306, a sensor ASIC chip equipped with multiple integrated functionalities. SENASIC has developed expertise in low-power microcontrollers, high-precision analog-to-digital converters, and RF transmission, reflecting their commitment to quality and reliability in sensor technology. The company's automotive tire pressure sensors adhere to AEC-Q10 standards, underscoring their focus on meeting automotive industry requirements.
PhotonIC Technologies is an optoelectronic integrated circuit chips provider. PhotonIC Technologies focus on designing, developing, and commercializing high-speed/low-power optoelectronic integrated chips for data center, 5G transmission, 3D ToF smart sensing and other fields.
MEMS Drive Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company that develops, manufactures and markets cutting-edge MEMS actuators. iIt's product targets hardware application in mobile imaging of portable electronics. Funded and supported by its customers in the cellphone camera market, MEMS Drive Inc. is at the forefront of this constantly evolving field.
Credo Technology specializes in mixed-signal semiconductor solutions aimed at the data center, enterprise networking, and high-performance computing sectors. The company offers advanced Serializer-Deserializer (SerDes) intellectual property (IP) and interconnect solutions that enhance bandwidth and ensure robust signal integrity across platforms requiring 25G, 50G, and 100G connectivity. Credo’s product lineup includes line card solutions such as retimers and gearboxes, as well as optical Digital Signal Processing (DSP) solutions that support high-capacity optical interconnects for cloud-scale and hyperscale data center deployments. Additionally, the company provides HiWire active electrical cables and customized SerDes IP and chiplets for applications in artificial intelligence and high-performance computing. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Credo operates additional offices in Taiwan, China, Hong Kong, and Japan, positioning itself to meet the growing demands of the data infrastructure market.
CNEX Labs, Inc. is a developer of semiconductor storage solutions, specializing in NVMe PCIe SSD controller ASICs that support LightNVM/Open-Channel operations. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company also has offices in Copenhagen, Shanghai, Hangzhou, and Tokyo. CNEX's products are designed for cloud, hyperscale, and enterprise data centers, offering high performance, low and predictable latency, and flexibility for software-defined storage. The controllers facilitate enhanced capabilities in big data computing and analytics, allowing customers to create differentiated SSD solutions across various form factors such as M.2, U.2, and EDSFF. By partnering with solid-state storage manufacturers and systems customers, CNEX Labs aims to drive innovation in storage technologies necessary for modern data demands.
CNEX Labs, Inc. is a developer of semiconductor storage solutions, specializing in NVMe PCIe SSD controller ASICs that support LightNVM/Open-Channel operations. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company also has offices in Copenhagen, Shanghai, Hangzhou, and Tokyo. CNEX's products are designed for cloud, hyperscale, and enterprise data centers, offering high performance, low and predictable latency, and flexibility for software-defined storage. The controllers facilitate enhanced capabilities in big data computing and analytics, allowing customers to create differentiated SSD solutions across various form factors such as M.2, U.2, and EDSFF. By partnering with solid-state storage manufacturers and systems customers, CNEX Labs aims to drive innovation in storage technologies necessary for modern data demands.
SolarEdge Technologies is a prominent player in the solar energy sector, specializing in direct current optimized inverter systems for photovoltaic installations. Founded in 2006, the company has established itself as a leader in the DC power optimizer market, holding over 70% market share. SolarEdge offers a comprehensive range of products, including power optimizers, inverters, and a cloud-based monitoring platform, tailored to various solar market segments, from residential to commercial and utility-scale installations. Its innovative technology enables module-level optimization and monitoring, contributing to the efficiency and affordability of solar energy. The company sells its products directly to solar installers and engineering firms, as well as through distributors and wholesalers. With a global footprint, SolarEdge's installations are present in over 40 countries across five continents, supported by strategic partnerships throughout the solar value chain.
EnVerv is a fabless semiconductor company in the United States with Headquarters in San Jose, California and offices in San Diego and China. Their PLC solutions enable high performance communications via Low-Voltage (LV) and Medium-Voltage (MV) power lines with the goal of providing efficient and effective communications means for Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) as well as other power line-based smart control and monitoring applications.
ColorChip Ltd. specializes in the development of integrated optical components and sub-systems tailored for networking and communication applications, primarily serving the Datacom and Telecom markets. Founded in 2001 and based in Yokneam, Israel, the company offers a range of products, including transceivers for high-speed Ethernet links, data center interconnections, and various optical networking applications. Its technology is rooted in Application Specific Photonic Integrated Circuits (ASPICs) and robust planar lightwave circuit (PLC) technology, enabling the creation of dense multi-lane photonic integrated circuits and other optical solutions. ColorChip's products also encompass PLC splitter chips and wafers for FTTX networks, as well as components for both analog and digital passive optical networks. With a focus on scalability and advanced manufacturing processes, ColorChip supports critical infrastructure in the telecommunications industry, particularly for data centers and enterprise networking.
Kolo Medical Inc. is a San Jose, California-based company that specializes in designing and manufacturing semiconductor ultrasound transducer technology. Founded in 2009, Kolo Medical is recognized as a leader in next-generation silicon ultrasound transducer technology, specifically through its innovative SiliconWave transducer probes. The company has developed its proprietary SiEra (Silicon Era) transducer technology as a practical alternative to traditional PZT transducers, setting a new performance standard in clinical diagnostic imaging. Kolo Medical's products provide exceptional ultra-high resolution imaging capabilities, meeting the evolving diagnostic needs of healthcare institutions and enabling new applications previously limited by existing technology. With a team of experts from the medical ultrasound and semiconductor sectors, including founders from Stanford University’s research group, Kolo Medical holds over 40 patents, positioning itself as a key player in the field of ultrasound imaging.
ColorChip Ltd. specializes in the development of integrated optical components and sub-systems tailored for networking and communication applications, primarily serving the Datacom and Telecom markets. Founded in 2001 and based in Yokneam, Israel, the company offers a range of products, including transceivers for high-speed Ethernet links, data center interconnections, and various optical networking applications. Its technology is rooted in Application Specific Photonic Integrated Circuits (ASPICs) and robust planar lightwave circuit (PLC) technology, enabling the creation of dense multi-lane photonic integrated circuits and other optical solutions. ColorChip's products also encompass PLC splitter chips and wafers for FTTX networks, as well as components for both analog and digital passive optical networks. With a focus on scalability and advanced manufacturing processes, ColorChip supports critical infrastructure in the telecommunications industry, particularly for data centers and enterprise networking.
Leyden Energy formerly Mobius Power, Inc. is a manufacturer of advanced lithium-ion batteries for the consumer electronics, energy storage and electric vehicle markets. The company’s patented and proprietary cell technology addresses the shortcomings of previous generations of lithium-ion products by offering improved energy density, superior product life and optimal safety, even in high temperature environments. In 2010, Leyden Energy was awarded a United States Advanced Battery Consortium (USABC) contract through its government program for lithium-ion advanced development for superior electromechanical energy storage technologies supporting the commercialization of hybrid and electric vehicles. Leyden Energy’s pilot manufacturing, testing facility and executive offices are located in Fremont, Calif.
EnVerv is a fabless semiconductor company in the United States with Headquarters in San Jose, California and offices in San Diego and China. Their PLC solutions enable high performance communications via Low-Voltage (LV) and Medium-Voltage (MV) power lines with the goal of providing efficient and effective communications means for Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) as well as other power line-based smart control and monitoring applications.
Leyden Energy formerly Mobius Power, Inc. is a manufacturer of advanced lithium-ion batteries for the consumer electronics, energy storage and electric vehicle markets. The company’s patented and proprietary cell technology addresses the shortcomings of previous generations of lithium-ion products by offering improved energy density, superior product life and optimal safety, even in high temperature environments. In 2010, Leyden Energy was awarded a United States Advanced Battery Consortium (USABC) contract through its government program for lithium-ion advanced development for superior electromechanical energy storage technologies supporting the commercialization of hybrid and electric vehicles. Leyden Energy’s pilot manufacturing, testing facility and executive offices are located in Fremont, Calif.
Tilera Corporation is a fabless semiconductor company that specializes in designing multicore embedded processors tailored for the networking, digital multimedia, and wireless infrastructure markets. Established in 2004 and headquartered in San Jose, California, with additional locations in Westborough, Massachusetts, and Beijing, China, Tilera provides a range of products including the TILEPro multicore processor, which is engineered to meet the performance demands of embedded applications. The company also offers multicore software development tools and TILExpress PCIe production cards, supporting various processing and power requirements. Tilera's focus on multicore technology enables efficient computing solutions for diverse applications in its targeted industries.
SolarEdge Technologies is a prominent player in the solar energy sector, specializing in direct current optimized inverter systems for photovoltaic installations. Founded in 2006, the company has established itself as a leader in the DC power optimizer market, holding over 70% market share. SolarEdge offers a comprehensive range of products, including power optimizers, inverters, and a cloud-based monitoring platform, tailored to various solar market segments, from residential to commercial and utility-scale installations. Its innovative technology enables module-level optimization and monitoring, contributing to the efficiency and affordability of solar energy. The company sells its products directly to solar installers and engineering firms, as well as through distributors and wholesalers. With a global footprint, SolarEdge's installations are present in over 40 countries across five continents, supported by strategic partnerships throughout the solar value chain.
Advanced Micro-Fabrication Equipment Inc. (中微半导体设备(上海)有限公司) is a Chinese global microfabrication equipment company serving customers in the semiconductor industry and relevant high-tech sectors.
The company is a specialized supplier of key equipment for the production and development of micron-sized and nanoscale VLSI for the semiconductor industry in China and Asia.
The company is focused on chemical vapor deposition and plasma etching products.
Siano Mobile Silicon Ltd. specializes in mobile broadcast digital television (MDTV) solutions, offering a range of integrated silicon receiver chips designed for various markets, including China, Latin America, Japan, and North America. Their product lineup features multi-standard MDTV receiver chips, as well as accessories such as Meron, which enables live TV streaming via WiFi on smartphones and tablets, and Carmel, which connects directly to iPads and iPhones for high-quality live broadcasts. The company also develops a software suite that includes DTV players and other components necessary for various DTV standards. Siano's technology is utilized in a variety of devices, including smartphones, tablets, automotive infotainment systems, and set-top boxes. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Kfar Netter, Israel, Siano Mobile Silicon serves a diverse clientele that includes manufacturers of consumer electronics and public transportation devices across Europe and internationally.
Silicon Mitus, Inc. is a fabless analog semiconductor company based in Seongnam, South Korea, established in 2007. The company specializes in developing power management integrated circuits (PMIC) tailored for various electronic applications, including TFT LCD notebooks, monitors, LCD/AMOLED mobile displays, and LED lighting. By focusing on innovation and advanced technology, Silicon Mitus aims to enhance the performance of its products while reducing system costs for clients in the electronics sector. Their semiconductor chips play a critical role in optimizing the functionality of devices such as laptops, cell phones, and other display-related products.
Retweett511 is a semiconductor company focused on the WiMAX marketplace. It is recognized for its development of baseband and RF chips, as well as comprehensive hardware and software solutions. Retweett511 has established a leadership position in the industry, being the first to market with a pre-WiMAX chipset in 2005, followed by the introduction of the first Wave 1 and Wave 2 mobile WiMAX chipsets in 2006. This commitment to innovation has positioned Retweett511 as a key player in the emerging WiMAX sector.
SolarEdge Technologies is a prominent player in the solar energy sector, specializing in direct current optimized inverter systems for photovoltaic installations. Founded in 2006, the company has established itself as a leader in the DC power optimizer market, holding over 70% market share. SolarEdge offers a comprehensive range of products, including power optimizers, inverters, and a cloud-based monitoring platform, tailored to various solar market segments, from residential to commercial and utility-scale installations. Its innovative technology enables module-level optimization and monitoring, contributing to the efficiency and affordability of solar energy. The company sells its products directly to solar installers and engineering firms, as well as through distributors and wholesalers. With a global footprint, SolarEdge's installations are present in over 40 countries across five continents, supported by strategic partnerships throughout the solar value chain.
Advanced Micro-Fabrication Equipment Inc. (中微半导体设备(上海)有限公司) is a Chinese global microfabrication equipment company serving customers in the semiconductor industry and relevant high-tech sectors.
The company is a specialized supplier of key equipment for the production and development of micron-sized and nanoscale VLSI for the semiconductor industry in China and Asia.
The company is focused on chemical vapor deposition and plasma etching products.
Siano Mobile Silicon Ltd. specializes in mobile broadcast digital television (MDTV) solutions, offering a range of integrated silicon receiver chips designed for various markets, including China, Latin America, Japan, and North America. Their product lineup features multi-standard MDTV receiver chips, as well as accessories such as Meron, which enables live TV streaming via WiFi on smartphones and tablets, and Carmel, which connects directly to iPads and iPhones for high-quality live broadcasts. The company also develops a software suite that includes DTV players and other components necessary for various DTV standards. Siano's technology is utilized in a variety of devices, including smartphones, tablets, automotive infotainment systems, and set-top boxes. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Kfar Netter, Israel, Siano Mobile Silicon serves a diverse clientele that includes manufacturers of consumer electronics and public transportation devices across Europe and internationally.
Quintic (Beijing) Microelectronics Co., Ltd. is a Chinese chip design company focused on providing consumers with low power consumption and cost-effective wireless access solutions. Quintic was established on September 29, 2006. Its core design and architecture engineers come from leading global companies with technical expertise covering WLAN, Bluetooth, WiMax, mobile TV, ultra wideband, and other communications standards. Since early 2007, Quintic started the development of the FM production line, and incorporated high-performance FM transmitter chips in the field of personal wireless audio connectivity applications.
3Peak Incorporated is a fabless semiconductor company based in Shanghai, China, specializing in high-speed, ultra-precision, low-power, and low-noise analog integrated circuits (ICs) and systems. The company develops a range of analog products, including linear, converter, interface, and power management solutions, which find applications in various industries such as industrial automation, medical equipment, automotive electronics, and communication systems. 3Peak is supported by venture capital firms from Silicon Valley and China, enabling its focus on research and development, design, production, sales, and after-sales services for its products.
Telegent Systems, Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company based in Sunnyvale, California, established in 2004. The company specializes in the development and marketing of high-performance, analog CMOS RF and mixed-signal system-on-a-chip solutions. Telegent's products enable mobile handsets to receive, process, and output free-to-air analog broadcast television, capitalizing on its expertise in RF mixed-signal design and communications signal processing. The company's offerings cater to various emerging markets, with operations spanning Southeast Asia, Latin America, the Middle East, Africa, China, and the Russian Federation/CIS. Through its innovative technology, Telegent Systems aims to create new opportunities in the communications and computing sectors.
Neoconix specializes in miniaturized low-profile electrical connectors. It supplies miniaturized, low-profile, high-performance electrical connectors for mobile, enterprise IT, and industrial markets. The company’s patented PCBeamTM technology leverages standard Printed Circuit Lithographic processes used for PCBs, enabling rapid development and delivery of custom electrical connector solutions at very competitive price points.
With over 60 patents issued or pending, Neoconix PCBeamTM Technology delivers the lowest profile electrical connectors in the industry, coupled with very high reliability and extreme performance (at over 25Gb/s) for applications such as mobile consumer electronics, medical devices, wearable electronics, telecommunications and much more.
Leyden Energy formerly Mobius Power, Inc. is a manufacturer of advanced lithium-ion batteries for the consumer electronics, energy storage and electric vehicle markets. The company’s patented and proprietary cell technology addresses the shortcomings of previous generations of lithium-ion products by offering improved energy density, superior product life and optimal safety, even in high temperature environments. In 2010, Leyden Energy was awarded a United States Advanced Battery Consortium (USABC) contract through its government program for lithium-ion advanced development for superior electromechanical energy storage technologies supporting the commercialization of hybrid and electric vehicles. Leyden Energy’s pilot manufacturing, testing facility and executive offices are located in Fremont, Calif.
Photop Technologies, Inc. designs, integrates, and manufactures photonics. Its products include devices and modules for fiber optic communication; diode laser pumped, diode laser pumped green, and diode laser pumped infrared lasers; instrumental, telecom, and laser optics; and laser, nonlinear optical, and compound semiconductor crystals. The company also offers optics components for optics instrument, telecom, and laser industries; and photonics manufacturing services, including the foundry of optical components and module assembly, active and passive component integration, contract manufacturing, and product outsourcing services. It has locations in Sunnyvale and Chatsworth, California; Traunstein, Germany; Gyeonggi-Do, Korea; and Shanghai, China. The company was founded in 2003 and is based in Fuzhou, China with an additional office in Sunnyvale, California.
Xponent Photonics, Inc. manufactures surface mount photonic components for optical assemblies. It offers triplexers and diplexers for single-fiber applications, including PON, point-to-point, and bidirectional radio frequency (RF) systems. Xponent Photonics serves optical systems vendors, transceiver suppliers, and optical subsystem suppliers. The company was formerly known as cQuint Communications Corporation and changed its name to Xponent Photonics, Inc. in March 2002.
Aquest Systems Corporation provides automation equipment for the semiconductor manufacturing industry. It offers No-Wait-Manufacturing, which improves fab productivity by reducing fab cycle-time and improving equipment utilization, as well as increasing flexibility of fab layout and expansion in an IC fab; No-Wait-Productivity Improvement that optimizes material movement in an existing fab by eliminating or minimizing bottlenecks; and FabEX Transporter, which creates FOUP transportation. Aquest Systems Corporation was founded in 2004 and is based in Sunnyvale, California. It has operations and locations in Sunnyvale, California; Tokyo, Japan; Taichung, Taiwan; Bangalore, India; and Singapore, Singapore.
ColorChip Ltd. specializes in the development of integrated optical components and sub-systems tailored for networking and communication applications, primarily serving the Datacom and Telecom markets. Founded in 2001 and based in Yokneam, Israel, the company offers a range of products, including transceivers for high-speed Ethernet links, data center interconnections, and various optical networking applications. Its technology is rooted in Application Specific Photonic Integrated Circuits (ASPICs) and robust planar lightwave circuit (PLC) technology, enabling the creation of dense multi-lane photonic integrated circuits and other optical solutions. ColorChip's products also encompass PLC splitter chips and wafers for FTTX networks, as well as components for both analog and digital passive optical networks. With a focus on scalability and advanced manufacturing processes, ColorChip supports critical infrastructure in the telecommunications industry, particularly for data centers and enterprise networking.
Tilera Corporation is a fabless semiconductor company that specializes in designing multicore embedded processors tailored for the networking, digital multimedia, and wireless infrastructure markets. Established in 2004 and headquartered in San Jose, California, with additional locations in Westborough, Massachusetts, and Beijing, China, Tilera provides a range of products including the TILEPro multicore processor, which is engineered to meet the performance demands of embedded applications. The company also offers multicore software development tools and TILExpress PCIe production cards, supporting various processing and power requirements. Tilera's focus on multicore technology enables efficient computing solutions for diverse applications in its targeted industries.
Retweett511 is a semiconductor company focused on the WiMAX marketplace. It is recognized for its development of baseband and RF chips, as well as comprehensive hardware and software solutions. Retweett511 has established a leadership position in the industry, being the first to market with a pre-WiMAX chipset in 2005, followed by the introduction of the first Wave 1 and Wave 2 mobile WiMAX chipsets in 2006. This commitment to innovation has positioned Retweett511 as a key player in the emerging WiMAX sector.
Retweett511 is a semiconductor company focused on the WiMAX marketplace. It is recognized for its development of baseband and RF chips, as well as comprehensive hardware and software solutions. Retweett511 has established a leadership position in the industry, being the first to market with a pre-WiMAX chipset in 2005, followed by the introduction of the first Wave 1 and Wave 2 mobile WiMAX chipsets in 2006. This commitment to innovation has positioned Retweett511 as a key player in the emerging WiMAX sector.
Advanced Micro-Fabrication Equipment Inc. (中微半导体设备(上海)有限公司) is a Chinese global microfabrication equipment company serving customers in the semiconductor industry and relevant high-tech sectors.
The company is a specialized supplier of key equipment for the production and development of micron-sized and nanoscale VLSI for the semiconductor industry in China and Asia.
The company is focused on chemical vapor deposition and plasma etching products.
Siano Mobile Silicon Ltd. specializes in mobile broadcast digital television (MDTV) solutions, offering a range of integrated silicon receiver chips designed for various markets, including China, Latin America, Japan, and North America. Their product lineup features multi-standard MDTV receiver chips, as well as accessories such as Meron, which enables live TV streaming via WiFi on smartphones and tablets, and Carmel, which connects directly to iPads and iPhones for high-quality live broadcasts. The company also develops a software suite that includes DTV players and other components necessary for various DTV standards. Siano's technology is utilized in a variety of devices, including smartphones, tablets, automotive infotainment systems, and set-top boxes. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Kfar Netter, Israel, Siano Mobile Silicon serves a diverse clientele that includes manufacturers of consumer electronics and public transportation devices across Europe and internationally.
Ambarella, Inc. is a developer of semiconductor processing solutions focused on high-definition video capture, analysis, sharing, and display. The company specializes in system-on-a-chip designs that integrate HD video processing, image processing, computer vision, audio processing, and other system functions into a single chip, providing enhanced video quality and low power consumption. Its products support a range of applications, including wearable cameras, automotive cameras, drones, virtual reality cameras, and Internet Protocol security cameras for both professional and home security use. Ambarella sells its solutions to original design manufacturers and original equipment manufacturers through direct sales and distributors. Founded in 2004, the company is headquartered in Santa Clara, California, and has a significant presence in Taiwan, Asia Pacific, Europe, and North America.
ColorChip Ltd. specializes in the development of integrated optical components and sub-systems tailored for networking and communication applications, primarily serving the Datacom and Telecom markets. Founded in 2001 and based in Yokneam, Israel, the company offers a range of products, including transceivers for high-speed Ethernet links, data center interconnections, and various optical networking applications. Its technology is rooted in Application Specific Photonic Integrated Circuits (ASPICs) and robust planar lightwave circuit (PLC) technology, enabling the creation of dense multi-lane photonic integrated circuits and other optical solutions. ColorChip's products also encompass PLC splitter chips and wafers for FTTX networks, as well as components for both analog and digital passive optical networks. With a focus on scalability and advanced manufacturing processes, ColorChip supports critical infrastructure in the telecommunications industry, particularly for data centers and enterprise networking.
Neoconix specializes in miniaturized low-profile electrical connectors. It supplies miniaturized, low-profile, high-performance electrical connectors for mobile, enterprise IT, and industrial markets. The company’s patented PCBeamTM technology leverages standard Printed Circuit Lithographic processes used for PCBs, enabling rapid development and delivery of custom electrical connector solutions at very competitive price points.
With over 60 patents issued or pending, Neoconix PCBeamTM Technology delivers the lowest profile electrical connectors in the industry, coupled with very high reliability and extreme performance (at over 25Gb/s) for applications such as mobile consumer electronics, medical devices, wearable electronics, telecommunications and much more.
GalaxyCore Inc., a fabless image sensor company, design, develops, and markets CMOS image sensor devices for mobile device and consumer electronics markets globally. Its CMOS image sensor devices capture optical images and convert them into digital output signals; and image sensors are primarily used in mobile devices, including feature phones, smart phones, and tablets. The company also provides LCD driver chips, which are devices that drive the LCD panel to display image data on a screen. It serves CMOS camera module manufacturers, LCD module manufacturers, end device manufacturers, and design houses. GalaxyCore Inc. was formerly known as Galaxycore Shanghai Limited Corporation. The company was founded in 2003 and is based in Shanghai, China. It has additional offices in Shenzhen and Beijing, China; Kwai Hing, Hong Kong; and Taipei, Taiwan.
Centrality Communications, Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company specializing in the development of platform solutions for the navigation infotainment devices and systems market. The company offers a range of GPS navigation processors, including the Atlas-I, designed for entry-level systems targeting mainstream consumers, and the Atlas-II, aimed at more advanced GPS navigation infotainment systems. Additionally, Centrality provides the ATLAS-H processor, which integrates functionality for portable navigation devices and handheld terminals. Its semiconductor devices support various applications, including GPS handhelds, personal digital assistants, smartphones, and automotive navigation systems, along with peripheral devices and supporting software drivers. Centrality Communications has positioned itself as a key player in addressing challenges related to cost, GPS performance, and multimedia functionality in navigation solutions.
Inphi Corporation specializes in high-speed analog and mixed-signal semiconductor solutions for the communications, data center, and computing markets in the United States. The company develops products that enhance data processing capabilities by performing functions such as amplifying, encoding, multiplexing, and buffering data and clock signals at speeds up to 100 Gbps. These solutions are critical for various applications, including servers, routers, switches, and storage systems, as well as military radar systems and test equipment that require the capture and processing of high-speed signals. Inphi's product offerings include clock and data recovery modules, demultiplexers, differential amplifiers, and serializers, among others. The company sells its products directly to original equipment manufacturers and also works with module manufacturers and original design manufacturers to reach its customers. Founded in 2000 and based in Sunnyvale, California, Inphi was previously known as TCom Communications, Inc. before rebranding in 2001.
Retweett511 is a semiconductor company focused on the WiMAX marketplace. It is recognized for its development of baseband and RF chips, as well as comprehensive hardware and software solutions. Retweett511 has established a leadership position in the industry, being the first to market with a pre-WiMAX chipset in 2005, followed by the introduction of the first Wave 1 and Wave 2 mobile WiMAX chipsets in 2006. This commitment to innovation has positioned Retweett511 as a key player in the emerging WiMAX sector.
Neoconix specializes in miniaturized low-profile electrical connectors. It supplies miniaturized, low-profile, high-performance electrical connectors for mobile, enterprise IT, and industrial markets. The company’s patented PCBeamTM technology leverages standard Printed Circuit Lithographic processes used for PCBs, enabling rapid development and delivery of custom electrical connector solutions at very competitive price points.
With over 60 patents issued or pending, Neoconix PCBeamTM Technology delivers the lowest profile electrical connectors in the industry, coupled with very high reliability and extreme performance (at over 25Gb/s) for applications such as mobile consumer electronics, medical devices, wearable electronics, telecommunications and much more.
Siano Mobile Silicon Ltd. specializes in mobile broadcast digital television (MDTV) solutions, offering a range of integrated silicon receiver chips designed for various markets, including China, Latin America, Japan, and North America. Their product lineup features multi-standard MDTV receiver chips, as well as accessories such as Meron, which enables live TV streaming via WiFi on smartphones and tablets, and Carmel, which connects directly to iPads and iPhones for high-quality live broadcasts. The company also develops a software suite that includes DTV players and other components necessary for various DTV standards. Siano's technology is utilized in a variety of devices, including smartphones, tablets, automotive infotainment systems, and set-top boxes. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Kfar Netter, Israel, Siano Mobile Silicon serves a diverse clientele that includes manufacturers of consumer electronics and public transportation devices across Europe and internationally.
Inphi Corporation specializes in high-speed analog and mixed-signal semiconductor solutions for the communications, data center, and computing markets in the United States. The company develops products that enhance data processing capabilities by performing functions such as amplifying, encoding, multiplexing, and buffering data and clock signals at speeds up to 100 Gbps. These solutions are critical for various applications, including servers, routers, switches, and storage systems, as well as military radar systems and test equipment that require the capture and processing of high-speed signals. Inphi's product offerings include clock and data recovery modules, demultiplexers, differential amplifiers, and serializers, among others. The company sells its products directly to original equipment manufacturers and also works with module manufacturers and original design manufacturers to reach its customers. Founded in 2000 and based in Sunnyvale, California, Inphi was previously known as TCom Communications, Inc. before rebranding in 2001.
Greenfield Networks
Series C in 2004
Greenfield Networks provides Ethernet switch silicon technology solutions for enterprise and metro applications primarily in India and internationally. The company offers a series of packet processors; G135 Intelligent Mux, which is a 12-port gigabit Ethernet (GE) intelligent multiplexer for GE linecards for enterprise and metro edge chassis systems; and G900 switch fabric that delivers wirespeed switching performance for its 10 Gbps fabric ports.
Calypto Design Systems, Inc. specializes in technologies for hardware design, focusing on high-level synthesis, RTL power optimization, and functional verification. Its flagship products include the Catapult platform, which allows designers to use ANSI C++ or SystemC to create high-level descriptions that are automatically converted into production-quality RTL, and the PowerPro suite, which optimizes RTL designs for power efficiency by implementing techniques such as sequential clock gating and memory enable logic. The SLEC tool serves as a sequential equivalence checker, ensuring that RTL implementations align with system-level models. Based in San Jose, California, with additional offices in Japan, India, Europe, and North America, Calypto serves a global clientele, including Fortune 500 companies like NVIDIA, Qualcomm, and STMicroelectronics. The company also collaborates with various Electronic Design Automation firms, enhancing its industry presence and technological capabilities. Founded in 2002, Calypto operates as a subsidiary of Mentor Graphics Corp.
Ambarella, Inc. is a developer of semiconductor processing solutions focused on high-definition video capture, analysis, sharing, and display. The company specializes in system-on-a-chip designs that integrate HD video processing, image processing, computer vision, audio processing, and other system functions into a single chip, providing enhanced video quality and low power consumption. Its products support a range of applications, including wearable cameras, automotive cameras, drones, virtual reality cameras, and Internet Protocol security cameras for both professional and home security use. Ambarella sells its solutions to original design manufacturers and original equipment manufacturers through direct sales and distributors. Founded in 2004, the company is headquartered in Santa Clara, California, and has a significant presence in Taiwan, Asia Pacific, Europe, and North America.
ColorChip Ltd. specializes in the development of integrated optical components and sub-systems tailored for networking and communication applications, primarily serving the Datacom and Telecom markets. Founded in 2001 and based in Yokneam, Israel, the company offers a range of products, including transceivers for high-speed Ethernet links, data center interconnections, and various optical networking applications. Its technology is rooted in Application Specific Photonic Integrated Circuits (ASPICs) and robust planar lightwave circuit (PLC) technology, enabling the creation of dense multi-lane photonic integrated circuits and other optical solutions. ColorChip's products also encompass PLC splitter chips and wafers for FTTX networks, as well as components for both analog and digital passive optical networks. With a focus on scalability and advanced manufacturing processes, ColorChip supports critical infrastructure in the telecommunications industry, particularly for data centers and enterprise networking.
Ikanos Communications, Inc. designs and develops semiconductor and integrated firmware products for the connected home on a global scale. The company specializes in digital subscriber line (DSL) processors and a variety of semiconductor solutions tailored for carrier infrastructure and customer premises equipment. Its offerings include gateway processors that facilitate high-speed access and value-added services for connected homes, as well as multi-mode communications processors for residential gateways. These products support diverse network topologies such as DSL, Ethernet, and LTE, serving telecommunications carriers and cable operators. Ikanos markets its products through direct sales and through partnerships with network equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and distributors. Established in 1999 and based in Fremont, California, Ikanos Communications operates as a subsidiary of Qualcomm Atheros, Inc.
Ambarella, Inc. is a developer of semiconductor processing solutions focused on high-definition video capture, analysis, sharing, and display. The company specializes in system-on-a-chip designs that integrate HD video processing, image processing, computer vision, audio processing, and other system functions into a single chip, providing enhanced video quality and low power consumption. Its products support a range of applications, including wearable cameras, automotive cameras, drones, virtual reality cameras, and Internet Protocol security cameras for both professional and home security use. Ambarella sells its solutions to original design manufacturers and original equipment manufacturers through direct sales and distributors. Founded in 2004, the company is headquartered in Santa Clara, California, and has a significant presence in Taiwan, Asia Pacific, Europe, and North America.
Xponent Photonics, Inc. manufactures surface mount photonic components for optical assemblies. It offers triplexers and diplexers for single-fiber applications, including PON, point-to-point, and bidirectional radio frequency (RF) systems. Xponent Photonics serves optical systems vendors, transceiver suppliers, and optical subsystem suppliers. The company was formerly known as cQuint Communications Corporation and changed its name to Xponent Photonics, Inc. in March 2002.
Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation (SMIC) is a semiconductor foundry providing integrated circuit (IC) foundry and technology services at 0.35-micron to 40-nanometer. SMIC develops one-stop turnkey services to meet its customers’ needs. In addition to IC manufacturing, SMIC offers a full range of services that includes design services, mask manufacturing, and testing. SMIC provides integrated circuit (IC) foundry and technology services on process nodes from 0.35 micron to 28 nanometer. Headquartered in Shanghai, China, SMIC has an international manufacturing and service base. In China, SMIC has a 300mm wafer fabrication facility (fab) and a 200mm mega-fab in Shanghai; a 300mm mega-fab and a majority-owned 300mm fab for advanced nodes in Beijing; 200mm fabs in Tianjin and Shenzhen; and a majority-owned joint-venture 300mm bumping facility in Jiangyin; additionally, in Italy SMIC has a majority-owned 200mm fab. Headquartered in Shanghai, China, SMIC has a 300mm wafer fabrication facility (fab) and a 200mm mega-fab in Shanghai, a 300mm mega-fab in Beijing, a 200mm fab in Tianjin, and a 200mm fab project under development in Shenzhen. SMIC also has customer service and marketing offices in the U.S., Europe, Japan, and Taiwan, and a representative office in Hong Kong. SMIC competes with Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Ltd., United Microelectronics Corporation, GlobalFoundries, Fujitsu Limited, Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., and Toshiba Corporation.
Bermai
Series B in 2003
Bermai is pioneering high performance, ultra-integrated chipsets for wireless applications and delivering innovative systems for single and multi-band connectivity that support the IEEE 802.11 family of standards. Bermai's designs with unmatched integration are optimized to deliver extended range and performance, power efficiency and flexibility at a significant cost advantage. These ultra-integrated solutions greatly simplify product development and enable wireless equipment manufacturers to design high performance products faster and with dramatic cost efficiencies. With a "done it before" management team, over 50 decades of combined engineering experience, and core competencies in RF analog, digital signal processing, OFDM and CMOS disciplines, Bermai is strongly positioned to play a key role in advancing wireless communications technologies. Founded in March 2001, Bermai's renowned co-founders are Dr. Ramesh Harjani, a recognized authority in the fields of CMOS radio frequency circuits, low-power analog design and mixed-signal testing, and Dr. Jaekyun Moon, a recognized authority in the fields of channel characterization and signal processing for digital communications. Bruce Sanguinetti, wireless industry veteran and former president and co-founder of BreezeCOM (now known as Alvarion), leads Bermai as president and chief executive officer. Headquartered in Palo Alto, California, Bermai has received a total of $34 million in financing from key venture capitalists and strategic investors including Advanced Technology Ventures, Blueprint Ventures, Brightstone Capital, Mobius Venture Capital (formerly Softbank), the STIC Ventures fund backed by LG Electronics, and Walden International Investment Group.
Inphi Corporation specializes in high-speed analog and mixed-signal semiconductor solutions for the communications, data center, and computing markets in the United States. The company develops products that enhance data processing capabilities by performing functions such as amplifying, encoding, multiplexing, and buffering data and clock signals at speeds up to 100 Gbps. These solutions are critical for various applications, including servers, routers, switches, and storage systems, as well as military radar systems and test equipment that require the capture and processing of high-speed signals. Inphi's product offerings include clock and data recovery modules, demultiplexers, differential amplifiers, and serializers, among others. The company sells its products directly to original equipment manufacturers and also works with module manufacturers and original design manufacturers to reach its customers. Founded in 2000 and based in Sunnyvale, California, Inphi was previously known as TCom Communications, Inc. before rebranding in 2001.
Inphi Corporation specializes in high-speed analog and mixed-signal semiconductor solutions for the communications, data center, and computing markets in the United States. The company develops products that enhance data processing capabilities by performing functions such as amplifying, encoding, multiplexing, and buffering data and clock signals at speeds up to 100 Gbps. These solutions are critical for various applications, including servers, routers, switches, and storage systems, as well as military radar systems and test equipment that require the capture and processing of high-speed signals. Inphi's product offerings include clock and data recovery modules, demultiplexers, differential amplifiers, and serializers, among others. The company sells its products directly to original equipment manufacturers and also works with module manufacturers and original design manufacturers to reach its customers. Founded in 2000 and based in Sunnyvale, California, Inphi was previously known as TCom Communications, Inc. before rebranding in 2001.
Nova Crystals
Series D in 2002
Nova Crystals develops and manufactures fiber-optic data/telecommunications components based on their proprietary process and wafer technologies, as well as high efficiency LEDs for display and illumination applications.
Mellanox Technologies is a provider of end-to-end connectivity solutions specializing in InfiniBand and Ethernet interconnect technologies for servers and storage. The company focuses on optimizing data center performance through its semiconductor-based products, which enhance bandwidth, scalability, and power efficiency while integrating various legacy network technologies into a unified solution. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, and Yokneam, Israel, Mellanox serves a wide range of clients, including Fortune 500 companies and leading supercomputer facilities, by delivering high-performance and cost-effective connectivity solutions designed to meet the demands of modern data environments.
Ikanos Communications, Inc. designs and develops semiconductor and integrated firmware products for the connected home on a global scale. The company specializes in digital subscriber line (DSL) processors and a variety of semiconductor solutions tailored for carrier infrastructure and customer premises equipment. Its offerings include gateway processors that facilitate high-speed access and value-added services for connected homes, as well as multi-mode communications processors for residential gateways. These products support diverse network topologies such as DSL, Ethernet, and LTE, serving telecommunications carriers and cable operators. Ikanos markets its products through direct sales and through partnerships with network equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and distributors. Established in 1999 and based in Fremont, California, Ikanos Communications operates as a subsidiary of Qualcomm Atheros, Inc.
Calmetrics, Inc. is a technology company based in Alameda, California, that specializes in developing enabling technology for optical media storage and manufacturing reference standards for XRF coating thickness and composition analysis systems. Founded in 1994, Calmetrics employs its patented ML™ technology to enhance the capacity and performance of optical media storage across various markets, including enterprise, desktop, and consumer electronics. This technology allows for significant improvements at minimal cost while maintaining compatibility with existing systems. In addition, Calmetrics produces a diverse array of reference standards for calibration purposes, which encompass thin and thick films, alloy films, and bulk standards made from precious metals, catering to a wide spectrum of industrial and scientific applications.
ColorChip Ltd. specializes in the development of integrated optical components and sub-systems tailored for networking and communication applications, primarily serving the Datacom and Telecom markets. Founded in 2001 and based in Yokneam, Israel, the company offers a range of products, including transceivers for high-speed Ethernet links, data center interconnections, and various optical networking applications. Its technology is rooted in Application Specific Photonic Integrated Circuits (ASPICs) and robust planar lightwave circuit (PLC) technology, enabling the creation of dense multi-lane photonic integrated circuits and other optical solutions. ColorChip's products also encompass PLC splitter chips and wafers for FTTX networks, as well as components for both analog and digital passive optical networks. With a focus on scalability and advanced manufacturing processes, ColorChip supports critical infrastructure in the telecommunications industry, particularly for data centers and enterprise networking.
Virtual Silicon Technology is a provider of SIP solutions to manufacturers and designers of system-on-chip semiconductors.
Nova Crystals
Series C in 2000
Nova Crystals develops and manufactures fiber-optic data/telecommunications components based on their proprietary process and wafer technologies, as well as high efficiency LEDs for display and illumination applications.
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