IC Bench is a semiconductor technology company on a mission to advance the chip industry. IC Bench enables customers to progress from new product ideas to working products faster than currently possible. IC Bench's expertise is in transforming chip ideas into working chips at a pace unmatched in the industry.
Nexite Ltd, founded in 2017 and headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, specializes in developing a platform that enhances engagement with physical items through innovative technology. The company's offerings include miniature, battery-free IoT tags that can be embedded in products, providing item tracking and inventory transparency from manufacturing to the customer. These tags are designed to be read by any smartphone and are cost-effective compared to similar solutions. Nexite's platform allows retailers and brands to gain real-time insights into customer behavior and item performance, facilitating improved stock management, loss prevention, and omnichannel commerce. By integrating physical merchandise into the cloud, Nexite enables businesses to optimize in-store sales and create new revenue streams while enhancing the overall shopping experience.
Vanguard Semiconductor
Series B in 2022
Vanguard Semiconductor is a Developer of semiconductors designed to be used in electrical power devices.
Movellus, Inc. is a company that specializes in designing and manufacturing mixed-signal semiconductors tailored for the semiconductor market. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Jose, California, with additional offices in Silicon Valley, Ann Arbor, and Toronto, Movellus offers a range of products including clock generators, phase-locked loops (PLLs), delay-locked loops (DLLs), programmable oscillators, and low-dropout regulators (LDOs). The company focuses on developing ultra-low power analog intellectual properties that are process portable and optimized for specific designs. Movellus aims to address clock distribution challenges in high-performance and energy-efficient chips, providing solutions that enhance system-on-chip (SoC) performance while minimizing power consumption. Its products cater to semiconductor and systems companies across various sectors, including artificial intelligence, networking, and field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs).
3D Glass Solutions, Inc. specializes in manufacturing glass-based system-in-package (SiP) electronic packaging devices and components. The company offers a range of services, including design consultation and prototyping, catering to integrated circuit manufacturers, photonic component suppliers, and defense contractors. Utilizing its patented APEX® Glass technology, 3D Glass Solutions provides complete glass-enabled systems integration, enabling clients to consolidate multiple components onto a single platform while reducing overall manufacturing costs. The firm also develops photo-definable components such as bandpass filters, gain antennas, and discrete LC components, employing low-loss photosensitive technology to deliver industry-specific radio frequency devices. Established in 2006, 3D Glass Solutions is headquartered in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Xsight Labs Ltd manufactures chip-set semiconductors for data center and automotive sector. It develops technology for accelerating next generation, cloud-based, data-intensive workloads such as machine learning, data analytics and disaggregated storage. Xsight Labs Ltd was incorporated in 2017 and is based in Kiryat Gat, Israel.
Metalenz, Inc. is a company focused on the research, development, and production of advanced optical components, particularly for consumer electronics such as mobile phones and computers. Founded in 2016 and based in Weston, Massachusetts, with an additional office in San Francisco, the company specializes in novel optical elements that utilize structured Huygens' surfaces, a type of metamaterial. These meta-optics enable the creation of ultra-thin planar optics that facilitate high-resolution full-color imaging. By providing smaller and lighter lens alternatives, Metalenz aims to enhance the capabilities of electronic devices while promoting miniaturization in optical design, thus supporting a range of high-volume applications, including automotive technologies.
Ayar Labs, Inc. develops advanced optical interconnect solutions, specializing in high-density electronic-photonic chiplets and lasers. Its flagship product, TeraPHY, is a monolithic in-package optical I/O solution designed for applications demanding high bandwidth, low latency, and energy efficiency in short-reach interconnects. Complementing TeraPHY, the company offers SuperNova, a multiwavelength light source that provides continuous wave light essential for TeraPHY's operation. By utilizing patented technologies based on industry-standard silicon processing techniques, Ayar Labs aims to enhance interconnect bandwidth density while reducing power consumption, thereby transforming traditional electrical interconnects in the semiconductor and computing sectors. The company's innovations are applicable across various industries, including artificial intelligence, cloud computing, telecommunications, aerospace, and military applications. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Emeryville, California, Ayar Labs is committed to addressing the challenges posed by increasing data volumes through the miniaturization of fiber optic transceivers.
Nexite Ltd, founded in 2017 and headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, specializes in developing a platform that enhances engagement with physical items through innovative technology. The company's offerings include miniature, battery-free IoT tags that can be embedded in products, providing item tracking and inventory transparency from manufacturing to the customer. These tags are designed to be read by any smartphone and are cost-effective compared to similar solutions. Nexite's platform allows retailers and brands to gain real-time insights into customer behavior and item performance, facilitating improved stock management, loss prevention, and omnichannel commerce. By integrating physical merchandise into the cloud, Nexite enables businesses to optimize in-store sales and create new revenue streams while enhancing the overall shopping experience.
Aledia SA develops and manufactures light-emitting diodes (LEDs). The company offers microwire LED chips based on a 3D architecture using gallium-nitride-on-silicon microwires. It provides its products for general lighting, automotive, and display applications. The company was founded in 2011 and is based in Grenoble, France with subsidiaries in Malacca, Malaysia; and Palo Alto, California.
ProteanTecs Ltd. is a technology company that specializes in developing a cloud-based analytics platform aimed at enhancing the performance and reliability of electronic systems. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Haifa, Israel, the company leverages data from chip-embedded agents combined with machine learning to anticipate faults before they escalate into failures. Its solutions offer significant insights across the value chain, catering to chip vendors, system vendors, and digital service providers. ProteanTecs' technology facilitates improvements in key areas such as predictive maintenance, yield enhancement, and performance tuning while achieving notable reductions in defects per million opportunities. The company also has offices in Tel Aviv, Israel; Santa Clara, California; and Bridgewater, New Jersey.
Exo is a medical device startup handheld ultrasound platform and AI for imaging and therapeutic applications. The company is committed to delivering affordable and easy-to-use medical imaging to healthcare professionals around the world. By delivering easy-to-use, high-quality medical imaging. Exo empowers healthcare professionals to make critical, real-time decisions that improve patient outcomes. The Exo ultrasound platform combines advances in nano-materials, novel sensor technologies, advanced signal processing, and computation with the economies of scale of semiconductor manufacturing to dramatically reduce the cost of imaging. It also represents a giant leap in imaging and therapeutics technology one that will drive the development of high-performance products that are accessible, easy-to-use, and available at a price point never before possible.
Xsight Labs Ltd manufactures chip-set semiconductors for data center and automotive sector. It develops technology for accelerating next generation, cloud-based, data-intensive workloads such as machine learning, data analytics and disaggregated storage. Xsight Labs Ltd was incorporated in 2017 and is based in Kiryat Gat, Israel.
Xsight Labs Ltd manufactures chip-set semiconductors for data center and automotive sector. It develops technology for accelerating next generation, cloud-based, data-intensive workloads such as machine learning, data analytics and disaggregated storage. Xsight Labs Ltd was incorporated in 2017 and is based in Kiryat Gat, Israel.
Axonne Inc. develops and manufactures Ethernet network connectivity solutions for automobiles. The company’s solutions integrate systems in the connected car, such as autonomous driving sensors and displays with compute clusters. Its proprietary mixed-signal circuits, algorithms, and digital signal processing help with demanding applications, such as autonomous driving and infotainment. The company was incorporated in 2018 and is based in Sunnyvale, California.
PocketLab is a wireless sensor for exploring the world and building science experiments. We built PocketLab for the curious explorers, educators, students, and makers to bring science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) to life like never before. PocketLab connects with a single button to a smartphone or tablet and instantly streams measurement data that you can see and record. PocketLab measures acceleration, force, angular velocity, magnetic field, pressure, altitude, and temperature. Using our cloud software, you can easily analyze your data, create graphs, and integrate your data with other software. PocketLab has the same features as lab equipment that costs thousands of dollars but is low cost and intuitive to use.
ProPlus Design Solutions delivers Electronic Design Automation (EDA) solutions with the mission to enhance the linkage between design and manufacturing. As the global leader for SPICE modeling solutions and the leading technology provider for design for yield (DFY) applications, the company provides unique DFY solutions that for the first time integrate all the key components from one vendor.
Primarius Technologies Co Ltd, established in 2010, specializes in delivering innovative electronic design automation (EDA) solutions that enhance the connection between advanced process development and high-end chip designs. The company is recognized for its expertise in advanced device modeling and rapid circuit simulation, which are crucial for efficient chip design. Primarius has successfully secured significant funding, including a substantial Series A round from notable investors such as Intel Capital and Xingcheng Capital.
Exo is a medical device startup handheld ultrasound platform and AI for imaging and therapeutic applications. The company is committed to delivering affordable and easy-to-use medical imaging to healthcare professionals around the world. By delivering easy-to-use, high-quality medical imaging. Exo empowers healthcare professionals to make critical, real-time decisions that improve patient outcomes. The Exo ultrasound platform combines advances in nano-materials, novel sensor technologies, advanced signal processing, and computation with the economies of scale of semiconductor manufacturing to dramatically reduce the cost of imaging. It also represents a giant leap in imaging and therapeutics technology one that will drive the development of high-performance products that are accessible, easy-to-use, and available at a price point never before possible.
Movellus, Inc. is a company that specializes in designing and manufacturing mixed-signal semiconductors tailored for the semiconductor market. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Jose, California, with additional offices in Silicon Valley, Ann Arbor, and Toronto, Movellus offers a range of products including clock generators, phase-locked loops (PLLs), delay-locked loops (DLLs), programmable oscillators, and low-dropout regulators (LDOs). The company focuses on developing ultra-low power analog intellectual properties that are process portable and optimized for specific designs. Movellus aims to address clock distribution challenges in high-performance and energy-efficient chips, providing solutions that enhance system-on-chip (SoC) performance while minimizing power consumption. Its products cater to semiconductor and systems companies across various sectors, including artificial intelligence, networking, and field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs).
ProteanTecs Ltd. is a technology company that specializes in developing a cloud-based analytics platform aimed at enhancing the performance and reliability of electronic systems. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Haifa, Israel, the company leverages data from chip-embedded agents combined with machine learning to anticipate faults before they escalate into failures. Its solutions offer significant insights across the value chain, catering to chip vendors, system vendors, and digital service providers. ProteanTecs' technology facilitates improvements in key areas such as predictive maintenance, yield enhancement, and performance tuning while achieving notable reductions in defects per million opportunities. The company also has offices in Tel Aviv, Israel; Santa Clara, California; and Bridgewater, New Jersey.
Yizhi Electronic Technology Co., Ltd. is a system solution provider with AI machine vision algorithm and SOC chip design as its core, aiming to become the global leader in intelligent security (AI) enabling in video security, automotive electronics and intelligent hardware. The company was registered in Zhuhai in early 2016 and currently has offices in Zhuhai, Beijing and Shenzhen. Yizhi has more than 100 employees, mainly graduated from domestic first-class colleges. The core team has experienced many successful SOC chip mass production experience, and the chip and algorithm R&D team has an average annual salary of more than 10 years. Yizhi has always insisted on independent research and development of IP such as AI acceleration, high-definition display, audio and video codec, high-speed digital-analog mixing, especially the AI IP PPA index is better than the industry rivals.
Eta Wireless develops innovative power management technology aimed at addressing energy inefficiencies in mobile communication devices. Its flagship product, ETAdvanced, significantly reduces energy consumption, which in turn extends the battery life of smartphones, wearables, and Internet of Things (IoT) devices. This technology not only enhances battery performance but also supports advanced communication standards such as LTE Advanced, 5G, and WiFi. By minimizing power waste, particularly in the form of heat, Eta Wireless enables manufacturers to create more efficient devices, ensuring that running out of power is no longer a concern for users.
Movellus, Inc. is a company that specializes in designing and manufacturing mixed-signal semiconductors tailored for the semiconductor market. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Jose, California, with additional offices in Silicon Valley, Ann Arbor, and Toronto, Movellus offers a range of products including clock generators, phase-locked loops (PLLs), delay-locked loops (DLLs), programmable oscillators, and low-dropout regulators (LDOs). The company focuses on developing ultra-low power analog intellectual properties that are process portable and optimized for specific designs. Movellus aims to address clock distribution challenges in high-performance and energy-efficient chips, providing solutions that enhance system-on-chip (SoC) performance while minimizing power consumption. Its products cater to semiconductor and systems companies across various sectors, including artificial intelligence, networking, and field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs).
Ayar Labs, Inc. develops advanced optical interconnect solutions, specializing in high-density electronic-photonic chiplets and lasers. Its flagship product, TeraPHY, is a monolithic in-package optical I/O solution designed for applications demanding high bandwidth, low latency, and energy efficiency in short-reach interconnects. Complementing TeraPHY, the company offers SuperNova, a multiwavelength light source that provides continuous wave light essential for TeraPHY's operation. By utilizing patented technologies based on industry-standard silicon processing techniques, Ayar Labs aims to enhance interconnect bandwidth density while reducing power consumption, thereby transforming traditional electrical interconnects in the semiconductor and computing sectors. The company's innovations are applicable across various industries, including artificial intelligence, cloud computing, telecommunications, aerospace, and military applications. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Emeryville, California, Ayar Labs is committed to addressing the challenges posed by increasing data volumes through the miniaturization of fiber optic transceivers.
VeriSilicon Microelectronics (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. specializes in providing platform-based custom silicon and semiconductor IP licensing services, both in China and internationally. Operating under a Silicon Platform as a Service model, the company delivers tailored silicon solutions for various applications, including high-definition video, audio, in-vehicle infotainment, video surveillance, and IoT connectivity. In addition to these solutions, VeriSilicon offers comprehensive chip design services encompassing specification definitions, IP integration, verification, and implementation. The company also provides turnkey services, which include wafer fabrication outsourcing, packaging, testing, product certification, and failure analysis. Its extensive portfolio serves diverse sectors such as consumer electronics, automotive electronics, and data processing. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Shanghai, VeriSilicon is a subsidiary of VeriSilicon Holdings Co., Ltd., leveraging in-house semiconductor IP to enhance its offerings.
eASIC Corporation is a fabless semiconductor company that specializes in manufacturing platforms designed to lower the cost of ownership and accelerate the production of customized silicon devices. The company develops the Nextreme family of devices, including the fourth-generation Nextreme-3 and third-generation Nextreme-2, which significantly reduce development costs and turnaround times compared to standard cell ASICs while also decreasing power consumption and unit costs. Additionally, eASIC offers the easicopy ASIC, providing original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) a pathway to transition from Nextreme devices to a cell-based ASIC, further optimizing device cost, power consumption, or performance. The eZ-IP alliance program complements these offerings by providing access to a variety of verified eASIC-ready intellectual property cores, facilitating faster market entry for clients. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, eASIC serves a global customer base across diverse applications, including wireless infrastructure and consumer handheld devices. The company operates as a subsidiary of Intel Corporation.
Lyncean Technologies, Inc. develops miniature synchrotron x-ray sources to see and understand the sub-microscopic details of physical and biological world. Its products include Compact Light Source (CLS), an on-demand X-ray synchrotron light that addresses the demand for access to high quality X-rays through a synchrotron beamline for home laboratory applications; and the Compact X-Ray Station, a crystallography end station and X-ray optics used with the CLS that enables local laboratory protein crystallography, micro-tomography, dark field microscopy, CD-SAXS, and more. The company was founded in 2001 and is based in Fremont, California.
Espressif Systems (Shanghai) Co., Ltd., a fabless semiconductor company, designs and sells Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, low-power IoT solutions in China. The company offers wireless SoCs; modules combining Wi-Fi and BT/BLE; and development boards, as well as software products. It also provides hardware services. The company serves customers in industrial automation, wearable electronic, healthcare, consumer electronic, and smart home sectors. Espressif Systems (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Shanghai, China.
Movellus, Inc. is a company that specializes in designing and manufacturing mixed-signal semiconductors tailored for the semiconductor market. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Jose, California, with additional offices in Silicon Valley, Ann Arbor, and Toronto, Movellus offers a range of products including clock generators, phase-locked loops (PLLs), delay-locked loops (DLLs), programmable oscillators, and low-dropout regulators (LDOs). The company focuses on developing ultra-low power analog intellectual properties that are process portable and optimized for specific designs. Movellus aims to address clock distribution challenges in high-performance and energy-efficient chips, providing solutions that enhance system-on-chip (SoC) performance while minimizing power consumption. Its products cater to semiconductor and systems companies across various sectors, including artificial intelligence, networking, and field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs).
Dysonics, Inc. specializes in advanced audio software and hardware solutions designed for headphones, focusing on the capture, creation, and playback of spatial audio and next-generation content, such as virtual reality. Founded in 2011 and based in San Francisco, the company emerged from research conducted at the University of California, Davis, where its team pioneered human audio perception and spatial sound technologies. Dysonics offers products like the Rondo Motion, a wireless motion sensor for headphones, and the Rondo player, which plays back non-DRM content. Their technology is applied in various fields, including teleconferencing, surveillance, home entertainment, and interactive multimedia, enhancing experiences in virtual and augmented reality. Additionally, Dysonics provides content encoding technology to airlines, allowing passengers to enjoy a cinematic surround sound experience through in-flight entertainment. The company's innovations leverage patented algorithms, microphone and speaker arrays, head tracking sensors, and machine learning for personalized audio applications.
Trigence Semiconductor, Inc. operates as an audio IC design and solution provider. The company offers digital audio products, such as Digital Speaker Module that include speakers, enclosures, connectors, FPCs, audio DSPs, and interfaces to simplify development for PC, tablet, and smartphone required audio functionality; and digital speaker drivers, USBs, and evaluation boards for the consumer and IT markets. It provides products for applications in computer and laptop, headsets, sound-bar, and Bluetooth speaker. The company offers its products through distributors. Trigence Semiconductor, Inc. was founded in 2006 and is based in Tokyo, Japan with offices in Japan, the United States, Hong Kong, and Taiwan.
Aledia SA develops and manufactures light-emitting diodes (LEDs). The company offers microwire LED chips based on a 3D architecture using gallium-nitride-on-silicon microwires. It provides its products for general lighting, automotive, and display applications. The company was founded in 2011 and is based in Grenoble, France with subsidiaries in Malacca, Malaysia; and Palo Alto, California.
Reno Sub-Systems, to our longtime semiconductor friends, colleagues and customers around the world. The founding of Reno has been a very gratifying challenge which has brought together many of the best and brightest minds in the field of Semiconductor Process Equipment Instrumentation. At a time when industry consolidation and the tightening of venture capital poses a serious threat to new business formation, the founders of Reno have demonstrated the incredible power of inventing world-class technologies to enable next generation processes. With three brand new and highly disruptive technologies, we are creating a paradigm shift in the industry. At Reno, we believe there is unlimited potential for new discoveries and innovative thinking. As we move forward into the 450mm era, Reno stands at the summit of semiconductor process control equipment technology, ready to set the standards for product performance, worldwide customer support and customer satisfaction.
Keyssa, Inc. specializes in the development and manufacturing of contactless connectors and wireless semiconductors utilizing millimeter-wave technology for data transfer. The company offers a compact system known as Kiss Connectivity, which facilitates simple, secure, and instantaneous data flow between devices without the need for metal connectors, cables, or traditional wireless networks. This innovative solution enables rapid transmission of large amounts of data and video between devices in close proximity while minimizing battery drain. Keyssa's technology relies on extremely high frequency signals and integrates advanced mechanical design, electromagnetics, materials science, and semiconductor technologies. Founded in 2009 and originally known as WaveConnex, Inc., Keyssa is headquartered in Campbell, California, with additional offices in Oregon, China, South Korea, and Taiwan.
Exvision Inc. provides computer vision technologies for consumer electronics. The company was founded in 2009 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.
Good Way Technology Co., Ltd. is a manufacturer and seller of USB peripherals based in New Taipei City, Taiwan. Founded in 1983, the company offers a diverse range of products including docking stations, USB adapters, video converters, and wireless devices. Its product lineup extends to USB hubs, data transfer products, and audio devices, as well as various consumer electronics such as digital broadcasting receivers and USB phones. Additionally, Good Way develops Internet of Things applications and provides related software design and development services. The company is committed to delivering innovative technology solutions to customers around the globe.
Good Way Technology Co., Ltd. is a manufacturer and seller of USB peripherals based in New Taipei City, Taiwan. Founded in 1983, the company offers a diverse range of products including docking stations, USB adapters, video converters, and wireless devices. Its product lineup extends to USB hubs, data transfer products, and audio devices, as well as various consumer electronics such as digital broadcasting receivers and USB phones. Additionally, Good Way develops Internet of Things applications and provides related software design and development services. The company is committed to delivering innovative technology solutions to customers around the globe.
CubeWorks Inc. specializes in developing millimeter-scale computing solutions, specifically focusing on ultra-small wireless smart sensors. Founded in 2013 in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the company emerged from a decade of research on low-power circuitry at the University of Michigan. Its flagship product, the CubiSens platform, comprises an autonomous wireless sensing system capable of measuring phenomena such as imaging, temperature, and pressure at sub-millimeter scales. These sensors can be combined for larger monitoring applications, making them versatile for use in various fields, including healthcare logistics, cold chain management, security, and environmental monitoring. By providing real-time tracking and data analytics, CubeWorks aims to enhance the Internet of Things (IoT) landscape, facilitating critical information access in remote or challenging environments.
Jiangsu Eazytec Co., Ltd., established in 2008 and headquartered in Yixing, China, specializes in developing core firmware products for cloud computing devices, including basic input output system (BIOS) and baseboard management controller (BMC) firmware. The company operates as a smart city developer and service provider, offering a range of services that encompass application software and firmware development, system integration, and data center services. Eazytec also engages in technology transfer, technical consulting, and intelligent engineering design and construction. Its research park has been recognized as a national science and technology business incubator, underscoring its commitment to innovation in cloud services for government, enterprise, and Internet of Things applications.
Dysonics, Inc. specializes in advanced audio software and hardware solutions designed for headphones, focusing on the capture, creation, and playback of spatial audio and next-generation content, such as virtual reality. Founded in 2011 and based in San Francisco, the company emerged from research conducted at the University of California, Davis, where its team pioneered human audio perception and spatial sound technologies. Dysonics offers products like the Rondo Motion, a wireless motion sensor for headphones, and the Rondo player, which plays back non-DRM content. Their technology is applied in various fields, including teleconferencing, surveillance, home entertainment, and interactive multimedia, enhancing experiences in virtual and augmented reality. Additionally, Dysonics provides content encoding technology to airlines, allowing passengers to enjoy a cinematic surround sound experience through in-flight entertainment. The company's innovations leverage patented algorithms, microphone and speaker arrays, head tracking sensors, and machine learning for personalized audio applications.
Grand Chip Microelectronics Co., Ltd is a company based in Zhuzhou City, China, specializing in the development of radio frequency (RF) front-end integrated circuits (ICs) and RF Place & Play solutions tailored for wireless local area network (WLAN) infrastructure applications. The company focuses on creating high-performance, high-linearity, and highly integrated Wi-Fi front-end devices that enhance wireless connectivity across various platforms, including cellular networks and the Internet of Things.
Eve is a technology company dedicated to creating high-quality laptops with a focus on smooth surface finishes. Recognizing the imperfections in the current tech landscape, the company is committed to developing a revolutionary process for tech creation that emphasizes essential features. By prioritizing user needs and innovative design, Eve aims to guide consumers toward a more advanced and satisfying technology experience.
Eta Wireless develops innovative power management technology aimed at addressing energy inefficiencies in mobile communication devices. Its flagship product, ETAdvanced, significantly reduces energy consumption, which in turn extends the battery life of smartphones, wearables, and Internet of Things (IoT) devices. This technology not only enhances battery performance but also supports advanced communication standards such as LTE Advanced, 5G, and WiFi. By minimizing power waste, particularly in the form of heat, Eta Wireless enables manufacturers to create more efficient devices, ensuring that running out of power is no longer a concern for users.
Reno Sub-Systems, to our longtime semiconductor friends, colleagues and customers around the world. The founding of Reno has been a very gratifying challenge which has brought together many of the best and brightest minds in the field of Semiconductor Process Equipment Instrumentation. At a time when industry consolidation and the tightening of venture capital poses a serious threat to new business formation, the founders of Reno have demonstrated the incredible power of inventing world-class technologies to enable next generation processes. With three brand new and highly disruptive technologies, we are creating a paradigm shift in the industry. At Reno, we believe there is unlimited potential for new discoveries and innovative thinking. As we move forward into the 450mm era, Reno stands at the summit of semiconductor process control equipment technology, ready to set the standards for product performance, worldwide customer support and customer satisfaction.
Enovix Corporation specializes in the development and manufacture of advanced lithium-ion batteries that utilize a unique 3D silicon anode architecture. This innovative design significantly enhances energy density while ensuring high cycle life, making the batteries suitable for various applications, including mobile devices and electric vehicles. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Fremont, California, Enovix also operates production facilities in the Philippines. The company has established strategic partnerships with major technology firms such as Cypress Semiconductor, Intel, and Qualcomm. Enovix's technology not only aims to improve energy storage management but also addresses safety concerns, such as eliminating thermal runaway in battery-operated products. Additionally, the company is focused on expanding its technology for the energy storage market to support the integration of renewable energy solutions.
Trigence Semiconductor, Inc. operates as an audio IC design and solution provider. The company offers digital audio products, such as Digital Speaker Module that include speakers, enclosures, connectors, FPCs, audio DSPs, and interfaces to simplify development for PC, tablet, and smartphone required audio functionality; and digital speaker drivers, USBs, and evaluation boards for the consumer and IT markets. It provides products for applications in computer and laptop, headsets, sound-bar, and Bluetooth speaker. The company offers its products through distributors. Trigence Semiconductor, Inc. was founded in 2006 and is based in Tokyo, Japan with offices in Japan, the United States, Hong Kong, and Taiwan.
SBA Materials, Inc. engages in the development and commercialization of advanced electronic materials for back-end of line and packaging applications for semiconductor manufacturing. The company focuses on commercializing low-k dielectric materials for interlayer dielectric application to address the needs of the semiconductor manufacturing industry. Its products include uLK22, uLK1X, and optical films, as well as nano-porous/meso-porous materials. The company offers materials to address the unmet needs of electronic device manufacturers. SBA Materials, Inc. was founded in 2001 and is based in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Telink Semiconductor Co., Ltd, founded in 2010 and headquartered in Shanghai, China, specializes in the design and manufacturing of low-power radio-frequency and mixed-signal system chips. The company primarily focuses on developing integrated circuit solutions for Internet of Things (IoT) devices, such as smart bulbs. Telink is dedicated to advancing the technology of wireless IoT system-level chips, engaging in extensive research and development to remain at the forefront of this rapidly evolving sector.
Nuovo Film Inc. is a nanotechnology company founded in 2012, headquartered in Suzhou, China, with an additional office in Palo Alto, California. The company specializes in manufacturing and marketing transparent conductive electrode materials and solutions tailored for the renewable energy and display industries. Its products serve a variety of applications, including touch screens, thin-film solar cells, functional films, conductive inks, LED lighting, flexible displays, and LCD displays. Nuovo Film is focused on developing next-generation core materials and has established a strategic partnership with Intel Corporation to integrate its proprietary printed touch sensors into Intel-architecture mobile and computing devices. Through its innovative technology, Nuovo Film aims to enhance the value chains of global companies in these sectors.
Shenzhen Hampoo Science & Technology Co., Ltd. is a manufacturer specializing in the design, development, and production of electronic products, including printed circuit boards (PCBs). Established in 2003 and based in Shenzhen, China, the company offers electronic manufacturing services such as PCB design, assembly, and testing, primarily for original equipment manufacturers. Hampoo serves a diverse range of industries, including telecommunications, industrial electronics, automotive, aeronautics, medical, and consumer electronics. The company has developed advanced project and quality management techniques, alongside a unique research and development management system, to enhance efficiency and reduce costs for its clients. By leveraging its robust supply chain management and extensive supplier resources, Hampoo provides customized services, facilitating faster product development and market entry for its customers.
Cavendish Kinetics, Inc. designs, manufactures, and markets tunable components for RF circuits for cellular handsets, laptops, netbooks, tablets, and other consumer wireless devices. It offers antenna tuners for various RF applications. The company offers its products directly to customers worldwide. Cavendish Kinetics, Inc. was founded in 1994 and is headquartered in San Jose, California with an additional office in s-Hertogenbosch, the Netherlands. As of October 4, 2019, Cavendish Kinetics, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Qorvo, Inc.
PocketLab is a wireless sensor for exploring the world and building science experiments. We built PocketLab for the curious explorers, educators, students, and makers to bring science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) to life like never before. PocketLab connects with a single button to a smartphone or tablet and instantly streams measurement data that you can see and record. PocketLab measures acceleration, force, angular velocity, magnetic field, pressure, altitude, and temperature. Using our cloud software, you can easily analyze your data, create graphs, and integrate your data with other software. PocketLab has the same features as lab equipment that costs thousands of dollars but is low cost and intuitive to use.
NextInput Inc. is a technology development company based in Atlanta, Georgia, specializing in innovative human-machine interaction methods. Founded in 2010 by a team from Georgia Tech, the company focuses on creating force and pressure-sensitive touch technologies that enhance the usability of electronic devices such as smartphones, tablets, laptops, and automotive interfaces. Its flagship product, ForceTouch, enables a tactile and pressure-sensitive interaction experience, while the EVK-1s evaluation kit supports the development of single-touch solutions. Additionally, NextInput offers an analog front end (AFE) solution that accurately detects force through various materials. The company's technology is designed to be water and dustproof, ensuring high touch sensitivity and minimizing issues like key anti-ghosting, addressing critical needs in the growing touch technology market.
Recon Instruments, Inc. specializes in the design and development of smart eyewear products tailored for sports and high-intensity environments. Established in 2008 and based in Vancouver, Canada, the company has emerged as a leader in smart eyewear technology, offering GPS heads-up displays integrated into ski and snowboard goggles, as well as prescription inserts. Their flagship product, Recon Engage, allows users to track their activity and location in real-time, view performance statistics, and receive notifications. The eyewear features an Android-based operating system with an open software development kit, facilitating the creation of various applications for diverse sports and activities. Recon Instruments is committed to enhancing athletic performance through innovative design and technology, ensuring that all aspects of product development are handled in-house to maintain quality and usability. As a subsidiary of Intel Corporation, Recon continues to push the boundaries of smart eyewear, focusing on delivering essential information to athletes in a seamless and efficient manner.
Private Equity Round in 2015
Digital Specialty Chemicals Limited is a private manufacturer of fine chemicals, specializing in organophosphorus and organometallic chemistry. Founded in 1987 and based in Toronto, Canada, the company serves global markets, including pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, and specialty chemicals. Its product offerings include organophosphorus derivatives, electronic-grade organometallics, phosphorylating agents for oligonucleotide synthesis, and chiral technology. As of March 2019, Digital Specialty Chemicals operates as a subsidiary of Entegris, Inc.
Composyt Light Labs is developing an ultra-compact wearable display that integrates discreetly with normal eyewear, enabling a new generation of aesthetic smart glasses. Composyt is a spin-off from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne, Switzerland.
Embr Labs Inc. is a technology company based in Somerville, Massachusetts, that specializes in thermal comfort solutions. Founded by three MIT scientists in 2014, the company develops wearable devices designed to help individuals control their body temperature. Its flagship product, the Embr Wave, is an intelligent bracelet that employs advanced algorithms to create temperature sensations in waves, effectively engaging the body's natural response to temperature changes. By utilizing patented technology, Embr Labs aims to provide a safe and non-invasive means for users to experience improved comfort, whether at home or on the go. The company has garnered support from notable investors, including Bose Ventures and Intel Capital, reflecting its innovative approach to wellness through technology.
AnDAPT, Inc. is a technology company based in San Jose, California, specializing in analog and digital adaptive platform technologies. It develops innovative solutions that enable the creation of mixed-signal application-specific standard products and adaptive power management devices. AnDAPT's products are designed to optimize system power consumption while catering to a range of markets, including enterprise, computation, consumer, gaming, industrial, medical, and automotive sectors. The company offers analog adaptive products that facilitate multi-function sensor hub integration and integrated system power management. By employing its proprietary µLogic core, AnDAPT provides clients with the flexibility to adapt to rapid changes in design requirements and enhances their ability to monitor and manage power effectively, ultimately accelerating time to market for its customers.
Reno Sub-Systems, to our longtime semiconductor friends, colleagues and customers around the world. The founding of Reno has been a very gratifying challenge which has brought together many of the best and brightest minds in the field of Semiconductor Process Equipment Instrumentation. At a time when industry consolidation and the tightening of venture capital poses a serious threat to new business formation, the founders of Reno have demonstrated the incredible power of inventing world-class technologies to enable next generation processes. With three brand new and highly disruptive technologies, we are creating a paradigm shift in the industry. At Reno, we believe there is unlimited potential for new discoveries and innovative thinking. As we move forward into the 450mm era, Reno stands at the summit of semiconductor process control equipment technology, ready to set the standards for product performance, worldwide customer support and customer satisfaction.
Appscomm is a developer of smart wearables focused on enhancing mobile communication and health management. The company's product range includes smartphones, specialized terminals for outdoor sports and athletes, smartwatches, wireless long-distance video monitors, and health management devices. By integrating technology into everyday life, Appscomm aims to promote smarter and healthier living for its customers. The company values commitment, creativity, and collaboration in its pursuit of innovative solutions to meet the needs of modern consumers.
With functions of sports management, call, SMS, photo taking, video and voice recording, alarm clock, music play and Bluetooth, A1 is the forerunners of FashionComm smart wrist watch.A1 matches your elegant and fashionable life.
Keyssa, Inc. specializes in the development and manufacturing of contactless connectors and wireless semiconductors utilizing millimeter-wave technology for data transfer. The company offers a compact system known as Kiss Connectivity, which facilitates simple, secure, and instantaneous data flow between devices without the need for metal connectors, cables, or traditional wireless networks. This innovative solution enables rapid transmission of large amounts of data and video between devices in close proximity while minimizing battery drain. Keyssa's technology relies on extremely high frequency signals and integrates advanced mechanical design, electromagnetics, materials science, and semiconductor technologies. Founded in 2009 and originally known as WaveConnex, Inc., Keyssa is headquartered in Campbell, California, with additional offices in Oregon, China, South Korea, and Taiwan.
Empathy Co is a developer of advanced payment devices that aim to enhance customer experiences and improve operational efficiency for businesses. The company offers a secure, all-in-one terminal that allows clients to customize their payment systems by selecting components tailored to their specific needs. By providing both hardware and software solutions, Empathy focuses on delivering value-added products and services that exceed customer expectations. Their innovative approach enables businesses and individuals to conduct transactions conveniently and securely, supporting a seamless operational flow.
Enlighted Inc. specializes in manufacturing lighting control systems for commercial environments both in the United States and internationally. Established in 2009 and based in Sunnyvale, California, the company offers a range of products, including the Enlighted Sensor, which collects data on occupancy, ambient light, temperature, and energy consumption, and the Enlighted Room Control, a device that allows users to manage lighting levels in their spaces. The Enlighted Gateway aggregates data from these sensors and integrates it with the Energy Manager, a web-based interface designed for optimizing building system performance. Enlighted’s technology not only enhances energy efficiency but also improves workspace comfort, helping clients achieve sustainability goals while significantly reducing energy costs—sometimes by up to 70%. The company's solutions have been implemented across various commercial settings, including prominent Fortune 1000 companies. Since May 2018, Enlighted operates as a subsidiary of Siemens Industry, Inc.
VeriSilicon Microelectronics (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. specializes in providing platform-based custom silicon and semiconductor IP licensing services, both in China and internationally. Operating under a Silicon Platform as a Service model, the company delivers tailored silicon solutions for various applications, including high-definition video, audio, in-vehicle infotainment, video surveillance, and IoT connectivity. In addition to these solutions, VeriSilicon offers comprehensive chip design services encompassing specification definitions, IP integration, verification, and implementation. The company also provides turnkey services, which include wafer fabrication outsourcing, packaging, testing, product certification, and failure analysis. Its extensive portfolio serves diverse sectors such as consumer electronics, automotive electronics, and data processing. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Shanghai, VeriSilicon is a subsidiary of VeriSilicon Holdings Co., Ltd., leveraging in-house semiconductor IP to enhance its offerings.
Newlans, Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company based in Acton, Massachusetts, specializing in programmable analog signal processing solutions. Founded in 2003, the company has developed advanced programmable silicon-on-insulator capacitors and components designed for integration into tunable radio frequency front end (RFFE) solutions. Its technology enhances radio frequency analog design by enabling feedback and programmability, which reduces costs, optimizes performance, and increases functionality. Newlans primarily serves smartphone original equipment manufacturers and RFFE module suppliers, addressing the growing demand for tunable solutions amid the expansion of global 4G LTE bands and the adoption of Carrier Aggregation. As a subsidiary of Newtel Essence B.V., Newlans is positioned to meet the evolving needs of the mobile communications industry.
OrCam Technologies Limited specializes in the design and development of wearable devices aimed at assisting individuals who are blind, visually impaired, or experience reading difficulties. Its product lineup includes the OrCam MyEye 1 and MyEye 2.0, which are innovative wearable devices equipped with cameras that can read printed and digital text, recognize faces, and identify various objects. Additionally, the OrCam Read device provides digital AI assistance for reading. These products are designed to enhance the daily lives of users by offering discreet and intuitive visual aid through a simple interface that allows the devices to communicate information audibly. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Jerusalem, Israel, OrCam also has subsidiaries located in New York and London, distributing its advanced technology through a network of partners.
SanJet Technology Corp., founded in 2009, specializes in the manufacture of vehicle electronic products, focusing on devices that record video and audio. The company offers a range of products including dashboard digital video recorders, action cameras, web cameras, wearable cameras, traffic camera monitors, electronic rearview mirrors, and advanced driver assistance systems. Additionally, SanJet provides internet-based applications related to vehicles, enhancing safety and entertainment for drivers. With a dedicated research and development team and robust manufacturing capabilities, SanJet maintains strict control over its product design, development, and production processes. The company prioritizes high quality and efficiency, aiming to differentiate itself in the market through innovation and a commitment to meeting customer needs.
SBA Materials, Inc. engages in the development and commercialization of advanced electronic materials for back-end of line and packaging applications for semiconductor manufacturing. The company focuses on commercializing low-k dielectric materials for interlayer dielectric application to address the needs of the semiconductor manufacturing industry. Its products include uLK22, uLK1X, and optical films, as well as nano-porous/meso-porous materials. The company offers materials to address the unmet needs of electronic device manufacturers. SBA Materials, Inc. was founded in 2001 and is based in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Lintes Technology Co., Ltd. designs, develops, and manufactures consumer electronics and communication connectivity products. The company offers active and passive cables, adaptors, travel docks, and dongles; and active optical cables. It serves original equipment manufacturers and original design manufacturers. Lintes Technology Co., Ltd. is based in New Taipei City, Taiwan.
SBA Materials, Inc. engages in the development and commercialization of advanced electronic materials for back-end of line and packaging applications for semiconductor manufacturing. The company focuses on commercializing low-k dielectric materials for interlayer dielectric application to address the needs of the semiconductor manufacturing industry. Its products include uLK22, uLK1X, and optical films, as well as nano-porous/meso-porous materials. The company offers materials to address the unmet needs of electronic device manufacturers. SBA Materials, Inc. was founded in 2001 and is based in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
WiTricity Corporation, founded in 2007, specializes in wireless power solutions utilizing magnetic resonance technology. The company designs, develops, and commercializes a range of products aimed at various applications, including mobile device charging, electric vehicle (EV) and hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) charging, and powering medical devices. WiTricity's technology allows for efficient energy transfer over distances, enabling safe and effective wireless charging for consumer electronics, automotive systems, industrial uses, and military applications. The company also engages in licensing its technology, allowing original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to integrate its wireless power transfer capabilities into their own products. Headquartered in Watertown, Massachusetts, WiTricity is recognized as a leader in the field, with significant contributions to the advancement of wireless electricity technologies stemming from research initiated at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
Recon Instruments, Inc. specializes in the design and development of smart eyewear products tailored for sports and high-intensity environments. Established in 2008 and based in Vancouver, Canada, the company has emerged as a leader in smart eyewear technology, offering GPS heads-up displays integrated into ski and snowboard goggles, as well as prescription inserts. Their flagship product, Recon Engage, allows users to track their activity and location in real-time, view performance statistics, and receive notifications. The eyewear features an Android-based operating system with an open software development kit, facilitating the creation of various applications for diverse sports and activities. Recon Instruments is committed to enhancing athletic performance through innovative design and technology, ensuring that all aspects of product development are handled in-house to maintain quality and usability. As a subsidiary of Intel Corporation, Recon continues to push the boundaries of smart eyewear, focusing on delivering essential information to athletes in a seamless and efficient manner.
AT&S is a Europe-based printed circuit board manufacturer focused on high-end printed circuit board technology. Depending on technological and economic requirements, the company offers the widest possible range of printed circuit boards specially tailored to customers’ needs such as double-sided plated-through, multi-layer, high density interconnection and laser-drilled, insulated metallic substrate, flexible, rigid-flex, and semi-flexible. The core businesses of AT&S are mobile devices and substrates, automotive, industrial, medical, aviation, and advanced packaging. It has approximately 7,300 employees, of which around 1,200 are in Austria. In the 2013 and 2014 financial year AT&S’s sales revenues totaled 590 million euros, and earnings before interest and tax were 53.9 million euros. AT&S is headquartered in Leoben, Austria.
Enlighted Inc. specializes in manufacturing lighting control systems for commercial environments both in the United States and internationally. Established in 2009 and based in Sunnyvale, California, the company offers a range of products, including the Enlighted Sensor, which collects data on occupancy, ambient light, temperature, and energy consumption, and the Enlighted Room Control, a device that allows users to manage lighting levels in their spaces. The Enlighted Gateway aggregates data from these sensors and integrates it with the Energy Manager, a web-based interface designed for optimizing building system performance. Enlighted’s technology not only enhances energy efficiency but also improves workspace comfort, helping clients achieve sustainability goals while significantly reducing energy costs—sometimes by up to 70%. The company's solutions have been implemented across various commercial settings, including prominent Fortune 1000 companies. Since May 2018, Enlighted operates as a subsidiary of Siemens Industry, Inc.
Avnera Corporation specializes in designing and developing analog system-on-chip (ASoC) technology products for the consumer audio industry. The company focuses on creating highly-integrated application-specific integrated circuits (ICs) that cater to various audio and voice applications. Its product offerings include wireless audio ASoC solutions for gaming headsets, home theater systems, and wireless microphones, as well as sound processor ASoC products for soundbars and Bluetooth speakers. Avnera's expertise lies in integrating diverse circuit types, including RF, power management, audio data converters, and programmable digital signal processors, onto single pieces of silicon, achieving high performance at a low system cost. The company serves a wide range of customers in the audio market, including well-known brands such as Logitech, Panasonic, and Polycom. Incorporated in 2003 and based in Beaverton, Oregon, Avnera operates as a subsidiary of Skyworks Solutions, Inc.
ZiiLABS Ltd, founded in 1994 and headquartered in Egham, United Kingdom, specializes in designing and developing silicon solutions, particularly ZMS chips. The company manufactures and distributes semiconductors, processors, and software aimed at supporting system integrators and software developers. By providing processors, hardware platforms, and software suites, ZiiLABS enables developers to create a variety of devices for consumer electronics and embedded markets.
Lilliputian Systems provides mobile power solutions for consumer electronics devices. The company aims to revolutionize mobile fuel, ushering in new applications and devices made possible by their technology.
Impinj, Inc. operates a platform that enables wireless connectivity to everyday items, delivering vital information regarding identity, location, and authenticity to various business and consumer applications. The company specializes in RAIN RFID solutions, which include endpoint integrated circuits (ICs) that attach to items, as well as connectivity products such as readers, gateways, and reader ICs. These components work together to wirelessly identify, locate, authenticate, and engage items, facilitating bidirectional communication and power supply. Impinj's software offerings, notably ItemSense, enhance enterprise management through deployment tools and APIs for developers. The company serves a diverse range of sectors, including retail, healthcare, automotive, and logistics, through partnerships with distributors and system integrators across the Americas, Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Impinj is recognized for its comprehensive and widely adopted RAIN RFID product portfolio.
Sand 9, Inc. is a venture-funded startup focused on designing microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) that enhance the performance and capabilities of wireless devices. The company specializes in piezoelectric MEMS products that serve both wireless and wired systems across various markets, including communications, industrial, military, and mobile applications. By developing advanced timing components, Sand 9 aims to address the growing demands for improved functionality in modern communication infrastructure and low-power wireless technologies.
Trigence Semiconductor, Inc. operates as an audio IC design and solution provider. The company offers digital audio products, such as Digital Speaker Module that include speakers, enclosures, connectors, FPCs, audio DSPs, and interfaces to simplify development for PC, tablet, and smartphone required audio functionality; and digital speaker drivers, USBs, and evaluation boards for the consumer and IT markets. It provides products for applications in computer and laptop, headsets, sound-bar, and Bluetooth speaker. The company offers its products through distributors. Trigence Semiconductor, Inc. was founded in 2006 and is based in Tokyo, Japan with offices in Japan, the United States, Hong Kong, and Taiwan.
Oasys Design Systems is a privately funded electronic design automation (EDA) software supplier with a revolutionary new platform called Chip Synthesis, a fundamental shift in how synthesis is used to design and implement ICs larger than 20-million gates. It has attracted the support of legendary EDA leaders and its RealTime Designer™ product is in use at leading-edge semiconductor and systems companies worldwide.
Enlighted Inc. specializes in manufacturing lighting control systems for commercial environments both in the United States and internationally. Established in 2009 and based in Sunnyvale, California, the company offers a range of products, including the Enlighted Sensor, which collects data on occupancy, ambient light, temperature, and energy consumption, and the Enlighted Room Control, a device that allows users to manage lighting levels in their spaces. The Enlighted Gateway aggregates data from these sensors and integrates it with the Energy Manager, a web-based interface designed for optimizing building system performance. Enlighted’s technology not only enhances energy efficiency but also improves workspace comfort, helping clients achieve sustainability goals while significantly reducing energy costs—sometimes by up to 70%. The company's solutions have been implemented across various commercial settings, including prominent Fortune 1000 companies. Since May 2018, Enlighted operates as a subsidiary of Siemens Industry, Inc.
Manufacturer of consumer solar power products. The company provides solar-powered plug and play devices for lighting and battery recharges in Karnataka and Uttar Pradesh.
Beijing JOYsee Interaction Science and Technology Co., Ltd. (佳视互动) is focused on the integration of products and services, which not only provides smart terminals and design schemes, but also provides more complete solutions of value-added services for operators. After 2011, it released smart home recreational terminal K80, Android set-top box A11c, Android set-top box A18, OTT smart terminal A31, and digital television adapter D500, and more. It will also release smarter terminal product design proposals in succession. Beijing JOYsee Interaction Science and Technology has been devoted to the R&D and promotion of intelligent terminals since 2009, and has launched the HD all-in-one device for entertainment, G200. It will release smarter terminal product design proposals in succession.
SiPort specializes in the development of digital radio semiconductors that facilitate audio and data broadcast services through terrestrial signals. Its innovative single-chip CMOS solutions are designed for low power consumption and high integration, making them suitable for a variety of mobile platforms, including MP3 players, personal navigation devices, automotive navigation systems, and home audio setups. By supporting both analog and digital broadcast standards, SiPort enables manufacturers to offer consumers access to a diverse range of audio content, including HD digital radio and live programming typically available on traditional radios. The company's technology is particularly advantageous for portable and automotive applications, as it delivers the necessary performance and efficiency for real-time navigation data services.
Skycross is a global company specializing in wireless antenna solutions and advanced radiofrequency technology systems. The company designs and manufactures a range of products that serve various market segments, including handsets, data cards, USB dongles, laptops, access points, and mobile personal entertainment devices. Skycross is recognized for its patented technologies, which include beam-forming, pattern diversity, and closed-loop tuning. These innovations enable the production of VersiTune integrated modules and antennas, facilitating the advancement of mobile and connectivity applications. Through its commitment to enhancing communication across various wireless devices, Skycross plays a significant role in establishing a more connected world.
Silicon Hive BV supplies semiconductor intellectual properties. It designs, builds, and licenses application-specific system solutions for use in consumer electronics and mobile terminals applications by semiconductor manufacturers and original equipment manufacturers. The company’s products enable semiconductor and consumer electronics companies to make programmable integrated circuits for imaging, video, and wireless communication applications. Silicon Hive BV’s solutions and parallel processor technologies are used in camera systems, video systems, and wireless communications. The company was founded in 2003 and is based in Eindhoven, the Netherlands with additional offices in San Jose, California; Tokyo, Japan; Seoul, South Korea; and Bangalore, India. Silicon Hive BV operates independently of Koninklijke Philips Electronics NV as of April 16, 2007.
SySDSoft
Acquisition in 2011
SySDSoft designs state-of-the-art baseband and RF/analog circuits for the growing wireless broadband market. SySDSoft’s solutions are designed to meet the substantial growth in wireless device deployments. The company’s products portfolio covers a variety of technologies such as WiMAX, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Wireless USB, and LTE. SySDSoft provides OEM's, ODM's, and chip manufacturers innovative, yet cost-effective solutions that accelerate their entry into the growing market of wireless broadband.
Avnera Corporation specializes in designing and developing analog system-on-chip (ASoC) technology products for the consumer audio industry. The company focuses on creating highly-integrated application-specific integrated circuits (ICs) that cater to various audio and voice applications. Its product offerings include wireless audio ASoC solutions for gaming headsets, home theater systems, and wireless microphones, as well as sound processor ASoC products for soundbars and Bluetooth speakers. Avnera's expertise lies in integrating diverse circuit types, including RF, power management, audio data converters, and programmable digital signal processors, onto single pieces of silicon, achieving high performance at a low system cost. The company serves a wide range of customers in the audio market, including well-known brands such as Logitech, Panasonic, and Polycom. Incorporated in 2003 and based in Beaverton, Oregon, Avnera operates as a subsidiary of Skyworks Solutions, Inc.
Lilliputian Systems provides mobile power solutions for consumer electronics devices. The company aims to revolutionize mobile fuel, ushering in new applications and devices made possible by their technology.
Videon Labs develops innovative products for audio and video applications across various industries, including Global AV, Aviation, and Automotive sectors. The company has successfully integrated its streaming media, DVD, and Blu-ray technology into over 30 million devices, establishing itself as a key partner for technology companies and AV product developers. Videon's comprehensive approach supports clients throughout the entire product development process, from ideation and design to manufacturing, certification, and ongoing support, all managed in-house for efficiency. The company has achieved several industry milestones, such as being the first to create a universal Blu-ray Disc and HD DVD player, as well as the first optical disc Google TV. Additionally, its Android app, Avia, gained significant popularity as one of the first applications to support Google Chromecast, amassing over a million downloads. Videon continues to expand its reach into new markets and has been recognized multiple times on the Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies.
Ciranova, Inc. operates as an electronic design automation company. It focuses on building interoperable tools for custom chip designers to create new and/or migrate legacy analog IP. It offers products, such as PyCell Studio, which helps designers reduce the time and cost of PCell and layout generator creation for deep submicron processes; and PCell Xtreme, which enables the migration of PCells created in proprietary languages into multi-vendor OpenAccess flows. It provides custom layout generator development, Python code development consulting, custom layout consulting, and analog and mixed signal design services. The company was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Santa Clara, California.
Mirics Limited is a technology company based in Wakefield, United Kingdom, specializing in system solutions for multi-platform broadcast reception. Founded in 2004, it designs and develops silicon and software platforms that enable the reception of various broadcast standards. Key products include FlexiTV, a software-based receiver that supports multiple analog and digital radio and television formats, and FlexiRF, an RF silicon tuner architecture designed for global broadcast reception. The company also provides poly-band tuners for consumer electronics and mobile devices, along with evaluation kits for testing their technologies in laboratory settings. Formerly known as Mirics Semiconductor Limited, the company rebranded in November 2010 to reflect its broader focus on integrated broadcast solutions.
picoChip specializes in signal processing products aimed at enhancing wireless telecommunications. The company designs and develops multi-core digital signal processing (DSP) solutions and is recognized for its software-defined radio products. It also offers a range of cost- and performance-optimized application-specific standard products (ASSP) devices. picoChip is particularly noted for its 3G femtocell technology, which is utilized in residential, enterprise, rural, and metropolitan environments both in the United Kingdom and internationally. The company's offerings include semiconductors, software solutions, and systems that empower cellular network operators to efficiently deliver voice and data services, as well as providing network equipment original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) with the necessary infrastructure for their products.
Ozmo Devices specializes in the development of Wi-Fi compatible communication technologies designed to provide cost-effective wireless personal area network (WPAN) connectivity for battery-operated devices. Their innovative Wi-Fi Personal Area Network technology enables manufacturers to seamlessly connect a variety of devices, including laptops, mobile phones, and other consumer electronics. The solutions offered by Ozmo Devices are characterized by low power consumption and high integration, making them particularly suitable for wireless peripheral applications that demand a small form factor and extended battery life. This focus on efficiency and performance positions Ozmo Devices as a key player in enhancing wireless connectivity for modern electronic devices.
Infineon Technologies, headquartered in Munich, is a prominent European chipmaker that specializes in semiconductors and system solutions addressing critical challenges such as energy efficiency, communications, and security. Established in 2000 as a spin-off from Siemens, Infineon is a leader in the automotive semiconductor market, providing key components for active safety and powertrain applications in vehicles. The company also excels in power semiconductors, which are essential for managing voltage in various electrical systems. Infineon operates across four main segments: automotive, green industrial power, power and sensor systems, and connected secure systems, catering to a diverse range of industries, including automotive, industrial electronics, and security applications.