Intel

Intel Corporation is a leading technology company founded in 1968, known for its innovation in silicon design, manufacturing, and integrated digital technology platforms. The company plays a pivotal role in advancing computing and communications by providing powerful processors, accelerators, and data-centric solutions that enhance performance, power, and connectivity across a wide range of applications. Intel's commitment to transforming data into actionable insights is evident in its diverse offerings, which include advancements in artificial intelligence, 5G, and autonomous technologies. With a global workforce of approximately 107,000 employees, Intel strives to create transformative products that shape the future of technology and improve everyday life. Through its research arm, Intel Labs, the company continues to pioneer new technologies, ensuring that it remains at the forefront of innovation in the tech industry.

Indeshaw Adenaw

Investment Manager

Ranjeet Alexis

Investment Director, United States

Safroadu Yeboah Amankwah

Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer

Srini Ananth

Investment Director

Peng Bai

VP, Technology and Manufacturing Group and Director, Derivative Logic Technology Development

Roi Bar-Kat

Investment Director and Israel Country Manager

Joe Bolger

Vice President

John Bonini

Vice President / General Manager - Desktop, Workstations, Gaming

Wendell Brooks

Corporate Vice President, M&A

Leslie S. Culbertson

Corporate VP and Director, Finance

Sean Doyle

Managing Director

Joe English

Vice President

Don Faria

Investment Director

Andy Fligel

Senior Managing Director

Pat Gelsinger

CEO

Abdul Guefor

Managing Director EMEA

Josiane Ishimwe

Investment Analyst

Dave Johnson

Managing Director / Investment Director

Erik Jorgensen

Director, United Kingdom

Eric King

Investment Director

Greg Lavender Ph.D

Corporate CTO and SVP / GM of the Software and Advanced Technology Group

Anthony Lin

Managing Partner and Head of Intel Capital

Steven A. Long

Corporate Vice President, Asia Pacific and Japan (APJ) General Manager

Mike Mayberry

VP, Technology and Manufacturing Group and Director, Components Research

Steven C. Megli

VP, Technology and Manufacturing Group and GM, Fab / Sort Manufacturing

Nebiu Mela

Investment Director

Mark Rostick

Vice President and Senior Managing Director

Sunil M. Sanghavi

Investment Director

Navin Shenoy

Executive Vice President, Data Platforms Group

Tammi Smorynski

Managing Director

Jackie A. Sturm

Corporate Vice President Global Supply

Weng Kuan Tan

General Manager, Connected Home Diviison. Corporate Vice President

Thomas Urban

Investment Director

Nick Washburn

Senior Managing Director, Intel Capital

Lance Weaver

Vice President and General Manager, Data Center and Cloud Strategy, Intel Data Platforms Group

Trina Van Pelt

Vice President, Senior Managing Director

Arun Chetty

Managing Director

Past deals in Hardware

Quantum Machines

Series C in 2025
Quantum Machines is a start-up focused on creating advanced control and operation systems for quantum computers. The company develops next-generation quantum controllers that translate quantum algorithms into pulse sequences, allowing organizations from various sectors to execute complex quantum algorithms and experiments efficiently. Their approach combines classical engineering disciplines, including electrical, hardware, and software engineering, with quantum computing science and technology. By leveraging expertise in algorithmics, digital signal processing, RF microwave engineering, machine learning, and quantum physics, Quantum Machines aims to enhance the capabilities and accessibility of quantum computing.

Hyperlume

Seed Round in 2025
Hyperlume Inc., an avant-garde deep-tech venture based in Ottawa, Canada, is pioneering a groundbreaking ultra-low optical connectivity solution tailored for the realms of high-performance computing (HPC), artificial intelligence (AI), and cutting-edge processors destined for the forefront of edge computing platforms.

Ayar Labs

Series D in 2024
Ayar Labs, Inc. specializes in the development of optical interconnect technology, focusing on high-density electronic-photonic chiplets and lasers designed to enhance data transmission capabilities. Its flagship product, TeraPHY, is a monolithic in-package optical I/O solution that enables high bandwidth, low latency, and power-efficient short-reach interconnects, making it suitable for applications in artificial intelligence, high-performance computing, cloud computing, telecommunications, and aerospace. The company's innovative approach leverages industry-standard silicon processing techniques to create optical interconnect chiplets that replace traditional electrical-based I/O, addressing performance and efficiency challenges in the semiconductor and computing industries. By optimizing data movement within AI systems, Ayar Labs aims to alleviate compute and bandwidth bottlenecks associated with complex large language models, thereby maximizing computational efficiency while minimizing costs and power consumption. Established in 2015 and headquartered in Emeryville, California, Ayar Labs also has an office in Santa Clara, California.

Rivos

Series A in 2024
Rivos is a startup focused on developing high-performance RISC-V computing solutions aimed at enterprise applications. The company specializes in manufacturing computing chips designed to provide efficient and powerful server systems, particularly for large language models and data analytics. Rivos offers a comprehensive RISC-V-based server platform that includes optimized processors, a data parallel accelerator, and an open software stack. This integration allows developers to enhance the performance, security, and overall cost-effectiveness of their existing workloads. Through its innovative technology, Rivos seeks to meet the growing demands of modern computing environments.

Eliyan

Series B in 2024
Eliyan's team has created enterprise and server class semiconductors. The company consists of a team of PHY designers and chip architects who have produced generations of semiconductor products and have a profound understanding of systems. Eliyan's Interconnect technology, developed using ordinary organic chip packaging, gives the same performance as advanced packaging technology, allowing The Ultimate Chiplet Systems to be realized at a fraction of the total cost of ownership. You get more cores, computing performance, test coverage, and yield without the drawbacks of sophisticated packaging.

InnAccel

Acquisition in 2024
InAccel specializes in developing hardware accelerators that enhance performance on the Amazon AWS F1 platform. By offering accelerators-as-a-service, the company enables customers to significantly accelerate machine learning and analytical workloads on Apache Spark, achieving speed improvements of 2 to 10 times with little to no modifications required in existing application code. This not only boosts performance but also helps reduce cloud costs for users. The company's innovative approach allows organizations to harness advanced computing power efficiently, making it an attractive solution for businesses seeking to optimize their data processing capabilities.

Xyte

Series A in 2024
Xyte is a developer of a hardware-as-a-service platform that caters to hardware manufacturers by providing an end-to-end cloud-based solution for managing connected device businesses. The platform offers a comprehensive, white-labeled system that enables device makers to efficiently manage their customers, resellers, and devices. By leveraging this cloud infrastructure, manufacturers can explore new subscription-based business models, allowing them to fully capitalize on the capabilities of their connected products.

Oxide Computer Company

Series A in 2023
Oxide Computer Company, founded in 2019 and based in Oakland, California, specializes in the development and operation of data center infrastructure. The company designs and manufactures server racks tailored for on-premises computing environments, leveraging advanced technology to incorporate cloud hyper-scale innovations. These innovations enhance the density, efficiency, cost-effectiveness, reliability, manageability, and security of both hardware and software. Additionally, Oxide's solutions allow for the segmentation of racks into distinct zones based on their physical location, enabling companies and IT professionals to utilize innovative computing infrastructure while delivering hyper-scale cloud computing capabilities.

Wooptix

Series B in 2023
Wooptix S.L., founded in 2014 and headquartered in Madrid, Spain, specializes in advanced imaging technologies. The company develops light field and wavefront phase imaging software that captures comprehensive information about light, utilizing the full resolution of sensors. This innovative platform allows for three-dimensional modulation of images across various camera setups, producing volumetric images and videos with enhanced data points and high frame rates. By focusing on improving human interaction with the environment, Wooptix aims to redefine the way users perceive and engage with their surroundings, offering new possibilities for image quality and post-processing capabilities.

Ayar Labs

Series C in 2023
Ayar Labs, Inc. specializes in the development of optical interconnect technology, focusing on high-density electronic-photonic chiplets and lasers designed to enhance data transmission capabilities. Its flagship product, TeraPHY, is a monolithic in-package optical I/O solution that enables high bandwidth, low latency, and power-efficient short-reach interconnects, making it suitable for applications in artificial intelligence, high-performance computing, cloud computing, telecommunications, and aerospace. The company's innovative approach leverages industry-standard silicon processing techniques to create optical interconnect chiplets that replace traditional electrical-based I/O, addressing performance and efficiency challenges in the semiconductor and computing industries. By optimizing data movement within AI systems, Ayar Labs aims to alleviate compute and bandwidth bottlenecks associated with complex large language models, thereby maximizing computational efficiency while minimizing costs and power consumption. Established in 2015 and headquartered in Emeryville, California, Ayar Labs also has an office in Santa Clara, California.

EUV Tech

Series A in 2023
EUV Tech is a prominent provider of at-wavelength metrology equipment utilizing extreme ultraviolet (EUV) technology. The company develops tools that assist semiconductor manufacturers in optimizing transistor density on chips, which enhances computing power while reducing power consumption and size in consumer devices. EUV Tech specializes in mask metrology equipment, facilitating high-volume production of advanced semiconductors. The company collaborates closely with major semiconductor manufacturers, research centers, and consortiums, thereby playing a crucial role in the advancement of EUV lithography and soft-x-ray instrumentation within the semiconductor and material science sectors.

Astera Labs

Series D in 2022
Astera Labs is a fabless semiconductor company based in Santa Clara, California, established in 2017. The company specializes in designing and supplying semiconductors and connectivity solutions tailored for data-centric systems. Its product range includes system-aware semiconductor integrated circuits, high-speed mixed-signal connectivity products, and various system components like PCIe smart retimers, riser cards, and GPU booster cards. Astera Labs focuses on enhancing PCIe connectivity to address performance bottlenecks in compute-intensive environments, such as server connectivity, distributed machine learning, and high-end gaming graphics. The company collaborates with processor vendors, cloud service providers, and manufacturing partners to deliver critical connectivity performance and facilitate flexibility and customization in their clients' systems. Astera Labs also offers design and testing services, alongside its COSMOS software suite, which enhances observability and predictive analytics in connectivity solutions.

Eliyan

Series A in 2022
Eliyan's team has created enterprise and server class semiconductors. The company consists of a team of PHY designers and chip architects who have produced generations of semiconductor products and have a profound understanding of systems. Eliyan's Interconnect technology, developed using ordinary organic chip packaging, gives the same performance as advanced packaging technology, allowing The Ultimate Chiplet Systems to be realized at a fraction of the total cost of ownership. You get more cores, computing performance, test coverage, and yield without the drawbacks of sophisticated packaging.

Eclypsium

Series B in 2022
Eclypsium protects organizations from the foundation of their computing infrastructure upward, controlling the risk and stopping threats inside firmware of laptops, servers, and networking infrastructure.

Nexite

Series C in 2022
Nexite Ltd, founded in 2017 and based in Tel Aviv, Israel, has developed a platform that enhances engagement with physical items for retailers and brands. The company offers a unique solution through its miniature NanoBT tags, which are battery-free, cost-effective, and can be embedded into products. This technology enables item tracking, inventory transparency, and business intelligence from manufacturing to the consumer's home. The platform provides real-time insights into customer behavior and item performance, assisting businesses in stock management, loss prevention, and optimizing in-store sales. By delivering actionable data on location and availability, Nexite's solutions facilitate improved customer experiences and support the development of new revenue streams for retailers.

Everest Semiconductor

Venture Round in 2021
Everest Semiconductor is an integrated circuit chip developer specializing in low-power audio digital-analog mixed-signal chips. The company's primary products include analog-to-digital converters (ADC), digital-to-analog converters (DAC), and CODECs, which are integral to a range of audio applications. These products are utilized in mobile tablets, headphones, security monitoring equipment, audio speakers, and voice remote controls, among others. Everest Semiconductor focuses on delivering innovative audio solutions that cater to diverse consumer and industrial needs.

DustPhotonics

Series B in 2021
DustPhotonics develops and manufactures pluggable optical modules and solutions for data center, enterprise and HPC applications. Its innovative products and technology, such as AuraDP™, are targeted at enabling the next generation of optical modules and connectivity. DustPhotonics was founded in 2017 with offices in Modi'in, Israel and Cupertino, California.

NeuroBlade

Series B in 2021
NeuroBlade, founded in 2017 and headquartered in Hod-Hasharon, Israel, specializes in the development and manufacturing of artificial intelligence chips designed for the inference phase in both data centers and end-devices. The company's innovative products aim to eliminate memory bottlenecks and support various AI topologies, thereby enhancing analytical query performance. NeuroBlade's proprietary computational memory technology combines extensive expertise in hardware, software, and algorithms to address the growing demand for efficient data analytics infrastructure. By focusing on reducing costs and power consumption, the company aims to facilitate faster insights for businesses navigating digital transformation. NeuroBlade also has operational presence in Taipei, Taiwan, and Palo Alto, California.

Astera Labs

Series C in 2021
Astera Labs is a fabless semiconductor company based in Santa Clara, California, established in 2017. The company specializes in designing and supplying semiconductors and connectivity solutions tailored for data-centric systems. Its product range includes system-aware semiconductor integrated circuits, high-speed mixed-signal connectivity products, and various system components like PCIe smart retimers, riser cards, and GPU booster cards. Astera Labs focuses on enhancing PCIe connectivity to address performance bottlenecks in compute-intensive environments, such as server connectivity, distributed machine learning, and high-end gaming graphics. The company collaborates with processor vendors, cloud service providers, and manufacturing partners to deliver critical connectivity performance and facilitate flexibility and customization in their clients' systems. Astera Labs also offers design and testing services, alongside its COSMOS software suite, which enhances observability and predictive analytics in connectivity solutions.

Untether AI

Venture Round in 2021
Untether AI Corporation, based in Toronto, Canada, specializes in manufacturing neural net-based inference processors and chips designed to enhance artificial intelligence applications. Established in 2017, the company focuses on developing a new class of specialized processors that minimize complexity while ensuring efficient neural net inference operations. By positioning processing capabilities close to memory, Untether AI's technology significantly reduces the energy required for inference tasks, which are crucial for devices such as augmented reality headsets and wearables. This innovative architecture not only maximizes inference output but also operates within strict energy budgets, making it highly suitable for various applications where traditional inference technologies may fall short. As the demand for efficient AI processing continues to grow, Untether AI is well-positioned to address these challenges with its scalable and resource-efficient solutions.

SambaNova Systems

Series D in 2021
SambaNova Systems, based in Palo Alto, California, develops a technology platform that integrates hardware and software solutions for artificial intelligence and machine learning applications. Founded in 2017, the company focuses on creating systems optimized for data processing, model training, and analytics, enabling high-performance execution of machine learning tasks. SambaNova's technology is designed to be flexible and scalable, catering to various sectors such as healthcare, finance, and autonomous vehicles. By enhancing the efficiency of AI-powered algorithms, SambaNova aims to support organizations in leveraging advanced data analytics effectively.

Ayar Labs

Series B in 2020
Ayar Labs, Inc. specializes in the development of optical interconnect technology, focusing on high-density electronic-photonic chiplets and lasers designed to enhance data transmission capabilities. Its flagship product, TeraPHY, is a monolithic in-package optical I/O solution that enables high bandwidth, low latency, and power-efficient short-reach interconnects, making it suitable for applications in artificial intelligence, high-performance computing, cloud computing, telecommunications, and aerospace. The company's innovative approach leverages industry-standard silicon processing techniques to create optical interconnect chiplets that replace traditional electrical-based I/O, addressing performance and efficiency challenges in the semiconductor and computing industries. By optimizing data movement within AI systems, Ayar Labs aims to alleviate compute and bandwidth bottlenecks associated with complex large language models, thereby maximizing computational efficiency while minimizing costs and power consumption. Established in 2015 and headquartered in Emeryville, California, Ayar Labs also has an office in Santa Clara, California.

Eclypsium

Series B in 2020
Eclypsium protects organizations from the foundation of their computing infrastructure upward, controlling the risk and stopping threats inside firmware of laptops, servers, and networking infrastructure.

Eclypsium

Convertible Note in 2020
Eclypsium protects organizations from the foundation of their computing infrastructure upward, controlling the risk and stopping threats inside firmware of laptops, servers, and networking infrastructure.

Untether AI

Series A in 2020
Untether AI Corporation, based in Toronto, Canada, specializes in manufacturing neural net-based inference processors and chips designed to enhance artificial intelligence applications. Established in 2017, the company focuses on developing a new class of specialized processors that minimize complexity while ensuring efficient neural net inference operations. By positioning processing capabilities close to memory, Untether AI's technology significantly reduces the energy required for inference tasks, which are crucial for devices such as augmented reality headsets and wearables. This innovative architecture not only maximizes inference output but also operates within strict energy budgets, making it highly suitable for various applications where traditional inference technologies may fall short. As the demand for efficient AI processing continues to grow, Untether AI is well-positioned to address these challenges with its scalable and resource-efficient solutions.

MemVerge

Series B in 2020
MemVerge is delivering the world’s first Memory-Converged Infrastructure (MCI) system, built with proprietary Distributed Memory Objects (DMO) technology. DMO technology provides a logical convergence layer that harnesses Intel’s new Optane DC persistent memory to let data-centric workloads run flawlessly at memory speed.

PocketLab

Seed Round in 2020
PocketLab offers a range of wireless sensors designed to facilitate scientific exploration and experimentation for educators, students, and curious individuals. The product enables users to conduct hands-on science investigations by measuring various parameters such as acceleration, force, angular velocity, magnetic field, pressure, altitude, and temperature. With a simple connection to a smartphone or tablet, data can be instantly streamed, viewed, and recorded. PocketLab's intuitive interface and low-cost sensors provide the functionality of traditional lab equipment, making it accessible for a wider audience. Additionally, the accompanying cloud software allows users to analyze their data and create graphs, enhancing the educational experience by integrating science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) concepts in an engaging manner.

Astera Labs

Series B in 2020
Astera Labs is a fabless semiconductor company based in Santa Clara, California, established in 2017. The company specializes in designing and supplying semiconductors and connectivity solutions tailored for data-centric systems. Its product range includes system-aware semiconductor integrated circuits, high-speed mixed-signal connectivity products, and various system components like PCIe smart retimers, riser cards, and GPU booster cards. Astera Labs focuses on enhancing PCIe connectivity to address performance bottlenecks in compute-intensive environments, such as server connectivity, distributed machine learning, and high-end gaming graphics. The company collaborates with processor vendors, cloud service providers, and manufacturing partners to deliver critical connectivity performance and facilitate flexibility and customization in their clients' systems. Astera Labs also offers design and testing services, alongside its COSMOS software suite, which enhances observability and predictive analytics in connectivity solutions.

SambaNova Systems

Series C in 2020
SambaNova Systems, based in Palo Alto, California, develops a technology platform that integrates hardware and software solutions for artificial intelligence and machine learning applications. Founded in 2017, the company focuses on creating systems optimized for data processing, model training, and analytics, enabling high-performance execution of machine learning tasks. SambaNova's technology is designed to be flexible and scalable, catering to various sectors such as healthcare, finance, and autonomous vehicles. By enhancing the efficiency of AI-powered algorithms, SambaNova aims to support organizations in leveraging advanced data analytics effectively.

Untether AI

Series A in 2019
Untether AI Corporation, based in Toronto, Canada, specializes in manufacturing neural net-based inference processors and chips designed to enhance artificial intelligence applications. Established in 2017, the company focuses on developing a new class of specialized processors that minimize complexity while ensuring efficient neural net inference operations. By positioning processing capabilities close to memory, Untether AI's technology significantly reduces the energy required for inference tasks, which are crucial for devices such as augmented reality headsets and wearables. This innovative architecture not only maximizes inference output but also operates within strict energy budgets, making it highly suitable for various applications where traditional inference technologies may fall short. As the demand for efficient AI processing continues to grow, Untether AI is well-positioned to address these challenges with its scalable and resource-efficient solutions.

DustPhotonics

Series B in 2019
DustPhotonics develops and manufactures pluggable optical modules and solutions for data center, enterprise and HPC applications. Its innovative products and technology, such as AuraDP™, are targeted at enabling the next generation of optical modules and connectivity. DustPhotonics was founded in 2017 with offices in Modi'in, Israel and Cupertino, California.

NeuroBlade

Series A in 2019
NeuroBlade, founded in 2017 and headquartered in Hod-Hasharon, Israel, specializes in the development and manufacturing of artificial intelligence chips designed for the inference phase in both data centers and end-devices. The company's innovative products aim to eliminate memory bottlenecks and support various AI topologies, thereby enhancing analytical query performance. NeuroBlade's proprietary computational memory technology combines extensive expertise in hardware, software, and algorithms to address the growing demand for efficient data analytics infrastructure. By focusing on reducing costs and power consumption, the company aims to facilitate faster insights for businesses navigating digital transformation. NeuroBlade also has operational presence in Taipei, Taiwan, and Palo Alto, California.

Untether AI

Series A in 2019
Untether AI Corporation, based in Toronto, Canada, specializes in manufacturing neural net-based inference processors and chips designed to enhance artificial intelligence applications. Established in 2017, the company focuses on developing a new class of specialized processors that minimize complexity while ensuring efficient neural net inference operations. By positioning processing capabilities close to memory, Untether AI's technology significantly reduces the energy required for inference tasks, which are crucial for devices such as augmented reality headsets and wearables. This innovative architecture not only maximizes inference output but also operates within strict energy budgets, making it highly suitable for various applications where traditional inference technologies may fall short. As the demand for efficient AI processing continues to grow, Untether AI is well-positioned to address these challenges with its scalable and resource-efficient solutions.

SambaNova Systems

Series B in 2019
SambaNova Systems, based in Palo Alto, California, develops a technology platform that integrates hardware and software solutions for artificial intelligence and machine learning applications. Founded in 2017, the company focuses on creating systems optimized for data processing, model training, and analytics, enabling high-performance execution of machine learning tasks. SambaNova's technology is designed to be flexible and scalable, catering to various sectors such as healthcare, finance, and autonomous vehicles. By enhancing the efficiency of AI-powered algorithms, SambaNova aims to support organizations in leveraging advanced data analytics effectively.

North

Debt Financing in 2019
North builds a technology that is human-centric and believes that people and technology go hand in hand. The company thus is building technologies discreetly built into fundamental parts of our lives that already exist. With over 400 people spanning four offices across North America, it is a crew of futurists, engineers, and designers and is always looking to add more innovators to the team.

Eeasy Tech

Series A in 2019
Eeasy Tech, officially known as Yizhi Electronic Technology Co., Ltd., is a system solution provider specializing in AI machine vision algorithms and SOC chip design. Founded in Zhuhai in 2016, the company operates additional offices in Beijing and Shenzhen. With a workforce of over 100 employees, many of whom are graduates from top domestic universities, the core team possesses extensive experience in SOC chip mass production. The company focuses on independent research and development of intellectual property related to AI acceleration, high-definition display, audio and video codecs, and high-speed digital-analog mixing. Its SOC chip technology is applied across various sectors, including industrial control, consumer electronics, automotive electronics, and smart home solutions. By offering services such as SOC chip design, audiovisual processing, software development, and AI solutions, Eeasy Tech supports clients in their system construction, hardware development, and market expansion efforts.

CT Accel

Series A in 2018
CTAccel Ltd. is founded in March 2016. The core team of CTAccel comes from the FPGA team of Clustertech Ltd. The team has been involved in the development of FPGA based heterogeneous computing solution for Datacenter since 2013. They have a 20-strong R&D team, with most its members holding an advance degree in science and engineering from top universities in the world and have extensive experience in algorithm design, FPGA design, hardware/ software codesign, system optimization and software engineering. Their team focus on accelerating image processing in Internet Data Center. Their patented CTAccel Image Processor (CIP) improves the performance and efficiency of image processing in datacenters.

Ayar Labs

Series A in 2018
Ayar Labs, Inc. specializes in the development of optical interconnect technology, focusing on high-density electronic-photonic chiplets and lasers designed to enhance data transmission capabilities. Its flagship product, TeraPHY, is a monolithic in-package optical I/O solution that enables high bandwidth, low latency, and power-efficient short-reach interconnects, making it suitable for applications in artificial intelligence, high-performance computing, cloud computing, telecommunications, and aerospace. The company's innovative approach leverages industry-standard silicon processing techniques to create optical interconnect chiplets that replace traditional electrical-based I/O, addressing performance and efficiency challenges in the semiconductor and computing industries. By optimizing data movement within AI systems, Ayar Labs aims to alleviate compute and bandwidth bottlenecks associated with complex large language models, thereby maximizing computational efficiency while minimizing costs and power consumption. Established in 2015 and headquartered in Emeryville, California, Ayar Labs also has an office in Santa Clara, California.

Vertex.AI

Acquisition in 2018
Vertex.AI is a Seattle-based company that develops a platform for visual intelligence and deep learning capabilities applicable to a range of devices, from low-power mobile processors to full-size GPUs. Founded in 2015, Vertex.AI offers two main products: Vertex Vision, which enables real-time detection, classification, tracking, and identification of objects and visual elements, and Vertex Vantage, a software platform that enhances the deep learning capabilities of various hardware. The company's open-source software framework leverages advanced deep neural networks, ensuring compatibility with existing open-source tools. Originally known as 1026 Labs, Inc., Vertex.AI operates as a subsidiary of Movidius, Inc. since 2018.

CubeWorks

Venture Round in 2018
CubeWorks Inc. specializes in developing millimeter-scale computing solutions, focusing on autonomous wireless sensing technology. Founded in 2013 and based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the company has created the Cubisens platform, which includes ultra-small wireless smart sensors for various applications such as healthcare logistics, supply chain management, cold chain monitoring, security, and environmental monitoring. These sensors are characterized by their lightweight and durable design, making them suitable for deployment in challenging environments. By enabling real-time tracking and providing critical data access, CubeWorks aims to enhance the Internet of Things (IoT) landscape with innovative sensing solutions that address a wide range of monitoring needs.

Dysonics

Series B in 2018
The Dysonics team have been leaders in human audio perception and spatial sound capture and reproduction research for over 15 years. The core Dysonics technology was developed in the Center for Image Processing and Integrated Computing (CIPIC) lab at the University of California, Davis. In 2012 Dysonics emerged from the newly created UC Davis technology incubator (ETTC) to commercialize our revolutionary headphone-based audio technologies. Dysonics mission is to provide the most immersive audio experience using patented DSP algorithms, microphone and speaker arrays, head tracking sensors, and ML/AI technology for personalized applications.

ProGlove

Series A in 2018
ProGlove develops innovative industrial wearables that enable manufacturing and logistics staff to work faster, safer, and easier. Through its wearable barcode scanning solutions, process steps can be documented hands-free, giving instant feedback to the user. With ProGlove, ergonomics, efficiency, and quality are at the core of its functionality since staff can work and scan at the same time. ProGlove was founded in 2014.

LegUp Computing

Seed Round in 2018
LegUp Computing Inc. is a Toronto-based company that develops a cloud platform enabling software developers to program, deploy, scale, and manage field-programmable gate array (FPGA) devices. Founded in 2015 by a team including Dr. Andrew Canis and Professor Jason Anderson, the platform originated from research at the University of Toronto and focuses on providing a novel programming model for threaded C/C++ software. This model allows for efficient processing of low-latency database, real-time analytics, and machine learning workloads by leveraging FPGA devices connected to high-bandwidth networks. LegUp Computing aims to facilitate the acceleration of high-performance applications, thereby enhancing the capabilities of developers working with cloud-based and embedded compute systems. The company operates as a subsidiary of Microchip Technology Incorporated.

Swarm64

Series B in 2018
Swarm64 (swarm64.com) provides accelerators for relational databases that enable real-time analytics of high velocity data. Swarm64’s team is world-class in delivering FPGA acceleration and real-time database design. Founded in 2013, Swarm64 is backed by leading Norwegian and German venture investors. Swarm64 is a Norwegian company with operations in Berlin, Germany.

Huaqin Technology

Series A in 2017
Huaqin Technology Co. Ltd. is a leading player in the global smartphone and tablet original design manufacturer (ODM) industry, specializing in the research, development, design, and production of intelligent hardware products such as smartphones, tablets, notebooks, servers, and Internet of Things (IoT) devices. As a partner of Google, Huaqin supports brand companies in building Android devices that are certified for security and compatibility with Google Mobile Services. The company exports its products to over 100 countries and regions, including Asia, Africa, Latin America, and Europe. Huaqin has achieved significant milestones, shipping more than 200 million mobile phones and over 5 million tablets by 2015. Committed to integrity, diligence, focus, and innovation, Huaqin Technology aims to deliver advanced and competitive products while fostering sustainable development in the technology sector.

LeapMind

Series B in 2017
LeapMind Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2012 that specializes in hardware architecture and platforms for deep learning applications. The company focuses on making deep learning technology compact and accessible, particularly within the evolving Internet of Things (IoT) sector. LeapMind has developed its own algorithms and innovative chip architectures that enhance the accuracy of neural network models while reducing the computational complexity necessary for implementation in small computing environments. This approach enables the use of advanced deep learning capabilities in devices with limited power and memory, facilitating advancements in both the IoT and robotics industries.

Horizon Robotics

Series A in 2017
Horizon Robotics is a prominent provider of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous driving solutions specifically designed for passenger vehicles. The company develops proprietary software and hardware that integrate advanced algorithms and specialized processing capabilities. These technologies form the foundation for enhanced driving automation, aiming to improve both safety and the overall experience for drivers and passengers. By focusing on innovative solutions, Horizon Robotics plays a key role in the evolution of assisted and autonomous driving.

Synthego

Funding Round in 2017
Synthego Corporation is a genome engineering company focused on advancing life science research and therapeutic development to improve human health. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, Synthego offers a comprehensive platform that integrates proprietary hardware, software, bioinformatics, chemistries, and molecular biology. The company's product portfolio includes engineered cells, CRISPR kits, and bioinformatics tools designed for various applications such as pathway analysis, target validation, disease modeling, and diagnostics. By leveraging machine learning and automation, Synthego enables researchers in biotechnology and academia to conduct efficient and precise gene editing, facilitating rapid advancements in drug discovery and development. The company serves a global customer base, distributing its products through various channels, including online sales and partnerships in multiple countries.

Bigstream

Series A in 2017
Bigstream specializes in hyperacceleration technology aimed at enhancing the performance of big data platforms, particularly Apache Spark. The company achieves substantial performance improvements for big data and machine learning workloads through advanced compiler technology and seamless integration of hardware accelerators, such as FPGAs. Notably, Bigstream's solution does not require modifications to application code or the use of special APIs, making implementation straightforward for users. The software is designed to automatically accelerate compute-intensive tasks and facilitate efficient in-line processing of data in motion, allowing users to gain quick insights and enriched analytics while maintaining a low total cost of ownership.

Eclypsium

Seed Round in 2017
Eclypsium protects organizations from the foundation of their computing infrastructure upward, controlling the risk and stopping threats inside firmware of laptops, servers, and networking infrastructure.

Keyssa

Series C in 2017
Keyssa specializes in developing and manufacturing contactless solid-state devices and connectors, offering innovative solutions for various applications, including mobile phones, displays, automotive systems, robotic surgery, factory automation, and data centers. The company has created Kiss Connectivity, a compact solid-state system that enables simple, secure, and instantaneous data transfer between devices in close proximity. This technology eliminates the need for metal connectors, cables, and reliance on wireless networks, addressing the challenges faced by traditional connection methods. Keyssa's unique connectors utilize extremely high frequency (EHF) signals for secure information transmission, leveraging advancements in mechanical design, electromagnetics, materials science, and semiconductor technologies. As a result, product designers can create new classes of devices without the constraints of conventional wired or wireless connectivity.

Good Way Technology Co.

Venture Round in 2017
Good Way Technology Co., Ltd. is a Taiwan-based company that specializes in the design, manufacture, and sale of USB peripherals on a global scale. Founded in 1983 and headquartered in New Taipei City, the company offers a diverse range of products, including docking stations, Thunderbolt devices, USB video and display adapters, and USB hubs. Additionally, its product line features wireless devices, share switches, data transfer products, and audio devices. The company also develops home automation products, such as active motion sensors, USB dongles, door/window sensors, power monitor switches, LED dimmers, and emergency alert devices. Good Way Technology Co., Ltd. is committed to providing innovative solutions to meet the evolving needs of consumers and businesses alike.

Good Way Technology Co.

Convertible Note in 2016
Good Way Technology Co., Ltd. is a Taiwan-based company that specializes in the design, manufacture, and sale of USB peripherals on a global scale. Founded in 1983 and headquartered in New Taipei City, the company offers a diverse range of products, including docking stations, Thunderbolt devices, USB video and display adapters, and USB hubs. Additionally, its product line features wireless devices, share switches, data transfer products, and audio devices. The company also develops home automation products, such as active motion sensors, USB dongles, door/window sensors, power monitor switches, LED dimmers, and emergency alert devices. Good Way Technology Co., Ltd. is committed to providing innovative solutions to meet the evolving needs of consumers and businesses alike.

CubeWorks

Venture Round in 2016
CubeWorks Inc. specializes in developing millimeter-scale computing solutions, focusing on autonomous wireless sensing technology. Founded in 2013 and based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the company has created the Cubisens platform, which includes ultra-small wireless smart sensors for various applications such as healthcare logistics, supply chain management, cold chain monitoring, security, and environmental monitoring. These sensors are characterized by their lightweight and durable design, making them suitable for deployment in challenging environments. By enabling real-time tracking and providing critical data access, CubeWorks aims to enhance the Internet of Things (IoT) landscape with innovative sensing solutions that address a wide range of monitoring needs.

Dysonics

Series A in 2016
The Dysonics team have been leaders in human audio perception and spatial sound capture and reproduction research for over 15 years. The core Dysonics technology was developed in the Center for Image Processing and Integrated Computing (CIPIC) lab at the University of California, Davis. In 2012 Dysonics emerged from the newly created UC Davis technology incubator (ETTC) to commercialize our revolutionary headphone-based audio technologies. Dysonics mission is to provide the most immersive audio experience using patented DSP algorithms, microphone and speaker arrays, head tracking sensors, and ML/AI technology for personalized applications.

Grand Chip Microelectronics

Venture Round in 2016
Grand Chip Microelectronics is making high-performance, high-linearity, and highly integrated Wi-Fi front-end devices for WLAN infrastructure, wireless connectivity on cellular platforms, and the Internet of Things.

Soft Machines

Acquisition in 2016
Soft Machines is a semiconductor company focusing on co-developing VISC architecture-based processor and SoC products for all major performance computing platforms. The company was founded in 2006 and is based in Santa Clara, California.

Wooptix

Series A in 2016
Wooptix S.L., founded in 2014 and headquartered in Madrid, Spain, specializes in advanced imaging technologies. The company develops light field and wavefront phase imaging software that captures comprehensive information about light, utilizing the full resolution of sensors. This innovative platform allows for three-dimensional modulation of images across various camera setups, producing volumetric images and videos with enhanced data points and high frame rates. By focusing on improving human interaction with the environment, Wooptix aims to redefine the way users perceive and engage with their surroundings, offering new possibilities for image quality and post-processing capabilities.

Kazan Networks

Series A in 2016
Kazan Networks has now enabled customers and partners to begin testing the emerging NVMe over Fabrics standard with this new Customer Evaluation Kit! This fully-functioning implementation of an NVMe over Fabrics target is based on an FPGA to deliver an optimal combination of performance and flexibility. This kit enables easy plug-and-play connectivity between your host and an SSD over an Ethernet link.

ProGlove

Seed Round in 2016
ProGlove develops innovative industrial wearables that enable manufacturing and logistics staff to work faster, safer, and easier. Through its wearable barcode scanning solutions, process steps can be documented hands-free, giving instant feedback to the user. With ProGlove, ergonomics, efficiency, and quality are at the core of its functionality since staff can work and scan at the same time. ProGlove was founded in 2014.

Yogitech

Acquisition in 2016
YOGITECH, established in 2000 and headquartered in Pisa with an office in Nice, specializes in the design and verification of digital and mixed-signal System-on-Chip, as well as fault-tolerant integrated circuits. The company focuses on developing hardware and software solutions aimed at enhancing the safety of electronic systems across various industries, including automotive, industrial automation, railways, and medical devices. Its products are critical for applications such as power steering, braking systems, and car airbags, ensuring reliability in safety-related systems. YOGITECH is privately owned, with its capital supported by its founders and financial partners, including Sici Toscana Venture Fund and the Chamber of Commerce of Pisa.

Nuovo Film

Venture Round in 2015
Nuovo Film Inc. is a nanotechnology company based in Suzhou, China, founded in 2012. It specializes in the development and manufacture of transparent conductive electrode materials for the renewable energy and display industries. Its products are utilized in a variety of applications, including touch screens, thin-film solar panels, functional films, conductive inks, LED lighting, and both flexible and LCD displays. The company is dedicated to providing high-performance technology solutions that enhance the value chains of global clients. Nuovo Film is known for integrating its proprietary Crystode film into Intel-architecture mobile and computing devices, aiming to deliver added value to both end-users and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). Additionally, the company operates an office in Palo Alto, California, USA, to support its international endeavors.

Avegant

Series B in 2015
Avegant is a technology company founded in 2012 and based in Belmont, California, specializing in advanced display technology for augmented reality (AR) and mixed-reality applications. The company leverages its expertise in human vision and ergonomics of head-mounted displays to create products that facilitate realistic AR experiences. Avegant's light field display technology allows for the visualization of virtual objects at multiple focal planes, mimicking natural sight and enhancing user interaction. This innovative approach aims to transform how people learn, play, work, and connect through immersive augmented reality experiences.

PocketLab

Seed Round in 2015
PocketLab offers a range of wireless sensors designed to facilitate scientific exploration and experimentation for educators, students, and curious individuals. The product enables users to conduct hands-on science investigations by measuring various parameters such as acceleration, force, angular velocity, magnetic field, pressure, altitude, and temperature. With a simple connection to a smartphone or tablet, data can be instantly streamed, viewed, and recorded. PocketLab's intuitive interface and low-cost sensors provide the functionality of traditional lab equipment, making it accessible for a wider audience. Additionally, the accompanying cloud software allows users to analyze their data and create graphs, enhancing the educational experience by integrating science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) concepts in an engaging manner.

Occipital

Series B in 2015
Occipital is equal parts science lab and software startup that develops mobile computer vision applications. Occipital is venture-funded, was backed by Techstars in 2008, and is also known for developing RedLaser, a barcode-scanning application that was acquired by eBay Inc. In 2010, the company reinvented panoramas with 360 Panorama, an app that makes 360-degree image capture as simple and fast as recording a video clip. In 2013 we launched Structure Sensor, the first 3D sensor for mobile devices. Structure Sensor went on to become the 6th highest funded technology project in Kickstarter history, is now available for purchase at structure.io, and comes with a powerful SDK featuring real-time tracking and mapping on iOS. It was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Boulder, Colorado.

Recon Instruments

Acquisition in 2015
Recon Instruments, an Intel company, was founded in 2008 and is the world leader in smart eyewear technology for sports and high-intensity environments. Recon’s award-winning technology is backed by an extensive patent portfolio and integrates high-contrast displays with state-of-the-art computing platforms and sensor suites. Recon’s smart eyewear technology features an Android-based operating system with an open SDK, empowering developers to create apps for an endless variety of sports and activities. Recon continues to define the smart eyewear category and is dedicated to improving athletic performance and participation in sports. Recon's Mantra: At Recon, we believe that instant information, delivered in the right context, can set us free and help us fulfill our true potential. We don’t believe in compromises. We design our products to be safe, elegant, well-balanced, and incredibly easy to use. Nothing is more important to us. Sports are a great proving ground, pushing our product designs to the limit in every respect. We carry out all aspects of product development and design in-house, from concept to final production. It’s a complex and highly multidisciplinary effort, but we believe end-to-end control of the process helps us stay true to our core principles. Our philosophy is to live the product. Every employee is also a user. We all live and breathe to drive the company’s vision, and we never get tired of breaking new ground.

Altera

Acquisition in 2015
Altera Corporation, now a subsidiary of Intel, specializes in the design and sale of programmable logic devices and associated software tools. The company’s product portfolio includes field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs), complex programmable logic devices (CPLDs), and system-on-chip (SoC) solutions, which cater to a variety of industries such as telecommunications, data communications, and industrial automation. Altera's offerings, which also feature HardCopy ASIC devices and PowerSoCs, facilitate efficient and flexible electronic system designs while supporting rapid deployment in high-speed and low-power environments. Additionally, the company provides pre-verified intellectual property cores and development tools, including specialized software for design entry and verification. Altera serves a global customer base through a network of distributors and sales representatives, addressing the needs of multiple vertical markets. Established in 1983 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Altera has become a key player in the semiconductor industry.

Lemoptix

Acquisition in 2015
Lemoptix specializes in the development, sale, and licensing of advanced micro-opto-electromechanical systems (MOEMS) that utilize laser scanning and microprojection technologies for consumer and automotive applications. The company is known for its MVIEW systems, which are recognized as the world's smallest laser microprojection solutions. These systems are designed for integration by automotive manufacturers and original design manufacturers, facilitating applications such as head-up displays in vehicles and embedded projection systems in mobile devices. By enabling the projection of information directly onto nearby surfaces, Lemoptix's technology allows users to view and share content without the constraints of traditional displays. Additionally, the company is exploring wearable display solutions for smart glasses and collaborates with industry partners to develop these innovations further. Founded as a spin-off from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne, Lemoptix is situated in a leading micro- and nanotechnology hub and is supported by reputable private investors and Swisscom Ventures.

ProGlove

Venture Round in 2015
ProGlove develops innovative industrial wearables that enable manufacturing and logistics staff to work faster, safer, and easier. Through its wearable barcode scanning solutions, process steps can be documented hands-free, giving instant feedback to the user. With ProGlove, ergonomics, efficiency, and quality are at the core of its functionality since staff can work and scan at the same time. ProGlove was founded in 2014.

Composyt Light Labs

Acquisition in 2015
Composyt Light Labs is a company focused on creating ultra-compact wearable display technology that seamlessly integrates with standard eyewear, paving the way for innovative smart glasses. As a spin-off from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne, Switzerland, the company aims to enhance the eyewear market by offering not only aesthetic smart glasses but also computer display protection spectacles. These products are designed to assist individuals with vision issues, contributing to eye health while providing quality eye accessories.

ThunderSoft

Venture Round in 2014
ThunderSoft is a provider of operating system technologies, superior products and solutions, experts in mobile, IoT, automotive, and enterprise. Headquartered in Beijing and listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange (SZ: 300496). It has established strong partnerships with the world-leading technology companies, including semiconductors, components, terminal devices, and software and Internet providers, as well as mobile carriers, bringing the company a unique vertical integration advantage in creating high-quality intelligent devices. ThunderSoft has more than 30 R&D centers and offices in China and a global presence in Germany, Ukraine, Finland, Bulgaria, Japan, South Korea, India, Malaysia, Singapore, Canada, and the U.S. For more information, please visit www.thundersoft.com .

Braigo Labs

Venture Round in 2014
Braigo Labs Inc. was formed to develop “humanely optimized” technologies to benefit people worldwide. The company provides scientific and technological services, including the research, design, creation, and development of technology-based innovations and services for the marketplace. They aim to deliver innovative, simple products that cater to solving life’s problems—with alternative routes to design that can bring down prices by more than half of current offerings. Braigo:tm: was founded in 2014 by the then 12-year-old Shubham Banerjee. Braigo:tm: has won multiple technology and innovation awards worldwide and has been featured regularly in major TV channels and Newspapers worldwide. Braigo’s publicly demonstrated prototype products include Open Source DIY Braille Printer using LEGO, First light-weight, portable, almost silent, IOT/Cloud enabled Braille printer, First on-chip braille transcription without any extra software installation and Braigo Platform.

Avegant

Series A in 2014
Avegant is a technology company founded in 2012 and based in Belmont, California, specializing in advanced display technology for augmented reality (AR) and mixed-reality applications. The company leverages its expertise in human vision and ergonomics of head-mounted displays to create products that facilitate realistic AR experiences. Avegant's light field display technology allows for the visualization of virtual objects at multiple focal planes, mimicking natural sight and enhancing user interaction. This innovative approach aims to transform how people learn, play, work, and connect through immersive augmented reality experiences.

ProGlove

Grant in 2014
ProGlove develops innovative industrial wearables that enable manufacturing and logistics staff to work faster, safer, and easier. Through its wearable barcode scanning solutions, process steps can be documented hands-free, giving instant feedback to the user. With ProGlove, ergonomics, efficiency, and quality are at the core of its functionality since staff can work and scan at the same time. ProGlove was founded in 2014.

Razer

Series B in 2014
Razer is a leading brand in gaming hardware and software, dedicated to enhancing the gaming experience for over a billion gamers worldwide. Founded in 2005, the company specializes in a diverse range of products, including gaming laptops, peripherals such as mice and keyboards, gaming chairs, and apparel. Razer also offers software solutions that provide virtual credits for in-game purchases and other gaming services. The company has consistently been recognized for its innovation, having won multiple “Best of CES” awards for its cutting-edge designs and technology. By focusing on the gamer lifestyle, Razer aims to transform how individuals play games, connect with fellow gamers, and engage in the gaming community.

Keyssa

Series C in 2014
Keyssa specializes in developing and manufacturing contactless solid-state devices and connectors, offering innovative solutions for various applications, including mobile phones, displays, automotive systems, robotic surgery, factory automation, and data centers. The company has created Kiss Connectivity, a compact solid-state system that enables simple, secure, and instantaneous data transfer between devices in close proximity. This technology eliminates the need for metal connectors, cables, and reliance on wireless networks, addressing the challenges faced by traditional connection methods. Keyssa's unique connectors utilize extremely high frequency (EHF) signals for secure information transmission, leveraging advancements in mechanical design, electromagnetics, materials science, and semiconductor technologies. As a result, product designers can create new classes of devices without the constraints of conventional wired or wireless connectivity.

Tsinghua Unigroup

Corporate Round in 2014
Tsinghua Unigroup Ltd. is a holding company based in Beijing, China, that specializes in the design, development, and marketing of wireless systems-on-chip and radio-frequency semiconductors for various applications, including cellular connectivity and broadcasting. The company’s extensive product range includes baseband processors, radio-frequency front-end modules, power amplifiers, transceivers, and components for set-top boxes, such as tuners and mobile television receivers. Additionally, Tsinghua Unigroup produces chips for Bluetooth systems, FM radio receivers, and walkie-talkies, catering to mobile handsets, consumer electronics, and enterprise solutions. As a subsidiary of Tsinghua Holdings Co., Ltd., Tsinghua Unigroup also engages in the manufacturing of network equipment and provides cloud network services, aiming to serve both individual consumers and businesses domestically and internationally.

Empathy

Venture Round in 2014
Empathy offers total hardware and software solutions that are proprietarily developed, in order to achieve manufacturing in tune with the needs of various customers. Looking ahead, Empathy will continue working to create value-added products and services that exceed people's expectations, delivering satisfaction through its unique ideas and technologies. Additional information about Empathy is available

Hampoo

Series A in 2014
Hampoo offers hardware solution and PCB manufacturing services.

BASIS Science

Acquisition in 2014
At Basis our mission is to help fit health into our busy lives. We designed our wrist-based health tracker and online personal dashboard to help you easily incorporate healthy habits into your daily routine. Basis leverages four types of advanced sensors in its lightweight, customizable design to calculate steps taken, calories burned and sleep quality, as well as physiological metrics like heart rate. We help you set new health goals and automatically adjust weekly targets based on your progress. Using this flexible approach you’ll build healthy habits you can maintain for years. Basis Science, Inc. is backed by Norwest Venture Partners and Doll Capital Management.

FlatFrog Laboratories

Venture Round in 2014
FlatFrog's mission is to bring to life the exciting new world of multi-touch computing and applications. Designed from inception for volume production, our patented technologies enable unmatched in-glass multi-touch performance for large and flat displays. FlatFrog was founded by Ola Wassvik and serial entrepreneur Christer FÃ¥hraeus. The company is privately held with headquarters in Lund, Sweden, near the bridge to Copenhagen, Denmark.

SanJet

Venture Round in 2013
SanJet Technology Corp. was founded on June 1, 2009. The firm possesses a sophisticated product R&D team and professional manufacturing ability. From front end product design, R&D to back end production and manufacturing, we have consistency and absolute control over the entire process. SanJet persists in pioneering technology and various patents in an effort to provide comprehensive and holistic services that cater to the needs of the market. We believe that good quality is the core competitive value of our products, while high efficiency and accurate production process is combined with our ability for constant innovation to differentiate us from the others as the industry leader.

WALTOP

Venture Round in 2013
WALTOP International Corporation specializes in digital input solutions, focusing on electromagnetic technology. The company's primary offerings include tablet modules, application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs) for tablet PCs and pen LCD monitors, as well as wireless and USB tablets. Their product range features professional graphic tablets such as the Vega and Venus models, and the Sirius Tablet, which incorporates smart hot keys and touch solutions. Additionally, WALTOP provides various graphic tablets, including Mars, Media, Slim, and wireless variants, along with tablet modules like digitizers and integrated circuits. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Hsin-Chu City, Taiwan, WALTOP aims to deliver consistent writing experiences across touch-enabled devices, offering solutions that are cost-effective and energy-efficient.

DotProduct

Seed Round in 2013
DotProduct develops and sells technology that enables mobile devices to capture dense 3D data in real-time. The current main product (called DPI-8) is a combination of tablet (NVIDIA SHIELD 8-inch), 3D camera (Primesense Carmine) and software (DotProduct Phi.3D) that together is a complete standalone 3D imager, able to capture 3D models of scenes and objects on the spot and in high detail. The DotProduct Phi.3D software also has a number of high-end features (like being able to use survey targeting, scan appendability, export to a variety of formats) that make the DPI-8 a serious tool for 3D professionals. The company's founding team consists of seasoned entrepreneurs and Computer Vision professionals.

Rocketick

Series C in 2013
Rocketick Technologies is a software development company founded in 2008 by experts in hardware-assisted acceleration. It specializes in GPU-based simulation acceleration for chip verification, addressing functional verification bottlenecks in the semiconductor industry. Its flagship product, RocketSim, enhances traditional simulators by providing a GPU-based acceleration solution, achieving up to ten times faster simulations for complex chip designs. This innovative approach helps chip manufacturers reduce the overall time to market for new designs, making Rocketick a valuable partner for several semiconductor clients.

BASIS Science

Series B in 2013
At Basis our mission is to help fit health into our busy lives. We designed our wrist-based health tracker and online personal dashboard to help you easily incorporate healthy habits into your daily routine. Basis leverages four types of advanced sensors in its lightweight, customizable design to calculate steps taken, calories burned and sleep quality, as well as physiological metrics like heart rate. We help you set new health goals and automatically adjust weekly targets based on your progress. Using this flexible approach you’ll build healthy habits you can maintain for years. Basis Science, Inc. is backed by Norwest Venture Partners and Doll Capital Management.

Recon Instruments

Series A in 2013
Recon Instruments, an Intel company, was founded in 2008 and is the world leader in smart eyewear technology for sports and high-intensity environments. Recon’s award-winning technology is backed by an extensive patent portfolio and integrates high-contrast displays with state-of-the-art computing platforms and sensor suites. Recon’s smart eyewear technology features an Android-based operating system with an open SDK, empowering developers to create apps for an endless variety of sports and activities. Recon continues to define the smart eyewear category and is dedicated to improving athletic performance and participation in sports. Recon's Mantra: At Recon, we believe that instant information, delivered in the right context, can set us free and help us fulfill our true potential. We don’t believe in compromises. We design our products to be safe, elegant, well-balanced, and incredibly easy to use. Nothing is more important to us. Sports are a great proving ground, pushing our product designs to the limit in every respect. We carry out all aspects of product development and design in-house, from concept to final production. It’s a complex and highly multidisciplinary effort, but we believe end-to-end control of the process helps us stay true to our core principles. Our philosophy is to live the product. Every employee is also a user. We all live and breathe to drive the company’s vision, and we never get tired of breaking new ground.

Omek Interactive

Acquisition in 2013
Omek Interactive provides tools and technology that enable manufacturers and software developers to add gesture-based interfaces to their products. Omek's gesture recognition and body tracking software is being incorporated into a broad range of devices – from TVs, set-top boxes and game consoles, to tablets, notebooks and PCs, smartphones, interactive signs, medical and fitness devices, and more. The gesture-enabled applications running on these devices include games, advertising, physical therapy, home and factory automation, security and surveillance, virtual fitting, and beyond. Omek's tools work with all major 3D cameras, and support a broad range of processors and operating systems.

North

Series A in 2013
North builds a technology that is human-centric and believes that people and technology go hand in hand. The company thus is building technologies discreetly built into fundamental parts of our lives that already exist. With over 400 people spanning four offices across North America, it is a crew of futurists, engineers, and designers and is always looking to add more innovators to the team.

Avnera

Series E in 2013
Avnera Corporation specializes in designing and developing analog system-on-chip (ASoC) technology products for the consumer audio industry. The company creates highly integrated application-specific integrated circuits (ICs) tailored for various audio and voice applications, including gaming headsets, home theater systems, and wireless microphones. Avnera's expertise lies in analog and mixed-signal circuit design, allowing it to combine diverse circuit types onto a single chip, which enhances performance while reducing system costs. Its product offerings encompass wireless audio ASoC devices, sound processors, and digital signal processing solutions. Avnera's customer base includes notable brands such as Logitech, Panasonic, and Polycom. Established in 2003 and headquartered in Beaverton, Oregon, Avnera operates as a subsidiary of Skyworks Solutions.

FlatFrog Laboratories

Venture Round in 2012
FlatFrog's mission is to bring to life the exciting new world of multi-touch computing and applications. Designed from inception for volume production, our patented technologies enable unmatched in-glass multi-touch performance for large and flat displays. FlatFrog was founded by Ola Wassvik and serial entrepreneur Christer FÃ¥hraeus. The company is privately held with headquarters in Lund, Sweden, near the bridge to Copenhagen, Denmark.

Oasys Design Systems

Series B in 2012
Oasys Design Systems is a privately funded company specializing in electronic design automation (EDA) software. It has developed a groundbreaking platform called Chip Synthesis, which significantly transforms the process of designing and implementing integrated circuits (ICs) larger than 20 million gates. The company's RealTime Designer™ product is utilized by prominent semiconductor and systems companies globally, reflecting its innovative approach and the support it has garnered from esteemed leaders in the EDA industry. Oasys Design Systems focuses on providing advanced solutions for logic design and chip synthesis, aiming to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the chip design process.

BridgeWave Communications

Venture Round in 2012
BridgeWave Communications, Inc. specializes in the design, manufacture, and marketing of microwave and millimeter wave backhaul and fronthaul systems for operators, carriers, service providers, governments, and private enterprises. The company's product offerings include the NAVIGATOR, a multi-gigabit all-outdoor licensed microwave radio system, and various Flex4G systems that deliver high-capacity, full-duplex data throughput. These solutions serve as fiber alternatives in applications such as mobile backhaul, mobile fronthaul, broadband/IP connectivity, disaster recovery, and video surveillance. BridgeWave's products are marketed through a network of authorized resellers, distributors, and system integrators globally. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in San Diego, California, BridgeWave operates as a subsidiary of REMEC Broadband Wireless Networks, LLC.

Insyde Software

Venture Round in 2011
Insyde Software is a prominent global provider of BIOS and UEFI firmware, as well as engineering services and customized Android solutions, catering to the mobile, server, desktop, and embedded computing sectors. Headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, with a U.S. office in Westborough, Massachusetts, the company specializes in system firmware and software design, development, installation, and program modification. Its product offerings include Supervyse systems management software, BlinkBoot UEFI Boot Loader, and various mobile applications. Insyde Software serves leading computer systems designers and manufacturers, generating most of its revenue from Taiwan, along with contributions from China, the United States, and other regions.

Virident Systems

Series C in 2011
Virident Systems specializes in developing enterprise-class storage solutions utilizing Storage Class Memory (SCM) technologies, including flash memory, aimed at transforming data centers and cloud computing environments. The company addresses historical challenges associated with performance, reliability, and serviceability in storage technologies. Its flagship product, the tachIOn solid-state disk, offers significantly enhanced performance—4 to 10 times greater than competing products—while ensuring consistent reliability for data-intensive applications. Founded by experienced professionals from leading technology companies, Virident Systems has cultivated a team with deep expertise in flash technologies, empowering them to tackle complex challenges in modern data environments. Through its innovative hardware and software offerings, Virident Systems positions itself as a key player in the evolving landscape of enterprise storage solutions.

Beijing JoySee Technology

Venture Round in 2011
Beijing JoySee Technology is engaged in the development of high-definition (HD) smart TV/cable smart set top boxes ("STB").

JOYsee Interaction Science and Technology

Series A in 2011
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.

Silicon Hive

Acquisition in 2011
Silicon Hive BV is a company that specializes in semiconductor intellectual property, providing a range of solutions including processor cores, program development tools, and application libraries. Founded in 2003 and based in Eindhoven, the Netherlands, with additional offices in San Jose, Tokyo, Seoul, and Bangalore, Silicon Hive designs, builds, and licenses application-specific systems primarily for semiconductor manufacturers and original equipment manufacturers. Its products enable the creation of programmable integrated circuits tailored for imaging, video, and wireless communication applications. The company's innovative solutions and parallel processor technologies are integral to the functionality of camera systems, video systems, and wireless communications, allowing clients in the consumer electronics sector to enhance their offerings. Silicon Hive has been operating independently since April 2007.

Avnera

Series D in 2010
Avnera Corporation specializes in designing and developing analog system-on-chip (ASoC) technology products for the consumer audio industry. The company creates highly integrated application-specific integrated circuits (ICs) tailored for various audio and voice applications, including gaming headsets, home theater systems, and wireless microphones. Avnera's expertise lies in analog and mixed-signal circuit design, allowing it to combine diverse circuit types onto a single chip, which enhances performance while reducing system costs. Its product offerings encompass wireless audio ASoC devices, sound processors, and digital signal processing solutions. Avnera's customer base includes notable brands such as Logitech, Panasonic, and Polycom. Established in 2003 and headquartered in Beaverton, Oregon, Avnera operates as a subsidiary of Skyworks Solutions.

Anobit Technologies

Series C in 2010
Anobit Technologies is a fabless semiconductor company that specializes in developing solutions for the Flash memory market. Founded in 2006 and based in Pituach, Israel, the company focuses on optimizing Flash memory devices for storage applications. Anobit's technology enhances the performance of NAND flash memory chips, which are integral to various consumer electronics, including iPhones, iPads, and iPods. By improving speed, endurance, and overall performance, Anobit's innovations enable clients to enhance their flash storage systems while reducing costs. In December 2011, Anobit Technologies was acquired by Apple, further integrating its advancements into Apple's product ecosystem.
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