Cloudian
Venture Round in 2023
Cloudian is a company that specializes in file and object storage, particularly focusing on S3 object storage within data centers. It offers a hybrid cloud data management platform that allows customers to optimize data access, meet data sovereignty requirements, and reduce costs by consolidating information into a single, cloud-like environment. Cloudian's platform provides scalable and secure object storage for hybrid cloud deployments, enabling organizations to effectively manage and protect their data both on-premises and in the cloud. With its emphasis on data durability and user-friendly management tools, Cloudian aims to transform enterprise data into actionable insights while ensuring compatibility with the industry-standard S3 API.
Pliops Ltd., established in 2017 and headquartered in Ramat Gan, Israel, specializes in developing innovative cloud storage solutions. The company's flagship product is the Extreme Data Processor (XDP), a breakthrough technology delivered on a low-profile PCIe card. The XDP overcomes storage inefficiencies by radically simplifying data processing and flash storage management, leading to exponential improvements in performance, reliability, capacity, and efficiency. This enables organizations to access data faster with minimal computational load and power consumption, addressing the scalability challenges posed by cloud data explosion and increasing data requirements of AI/ML applications.
MinIO, Inc. is a developer of a high-performance, open-source distributed object storage server that is fully compatible with Amazon S3 APIs. Founded in 2014 and based in Palo Alto, California, the company focuses on providing a minimal object storage solution optimized for cloud-native workloads, making it suitable for deployment in both public and private clouds, including Kubernetes environments. MinIO's platform enables enterprises to manage unstructured data effectively, supporting various applications such as machine learning, analytics, and data backup and archival processes. The company also hosts a MinIO play server, allowing developers and system administrators to familiarize themselves with its S3-compatible object storage capabilities.
Pliops
Venture Round in 2021
Pliops Ltd., established in 2017 and headquartered in Ramat Gan, Israel, specializes in developing innovative cloud storage solutions. The company's flagship product is the Extreme Data Processor (XDP), a breakthrough technology delivered on a low-profile PCIe card. The XDP overcomes storage inefficiencies by radically simplifying data processing and flash storage management, leading to exponential improvements in performance, reliability, capacity, and efficiency. This enables organizations to access data faster with minimal computational load and power consumption, addressing the scalability challenges posed by cloud data explosion and increasing data requirements of AI/ML applications.
Lightbit
Funding Round in 2020
Lightbits Labs, Inc. specializes in developing innovative data storage solutions designed for enterprise private clouds and service providers. Founded in 2015 and based in San Jose, California, with additional offices in Israel and New York, the company focuses on delivering high-performance block storage that is scalable and cost-effective. Lightbits is known for its Cloud Data Platform and the proprietary LightOS Software Defined Storage, which integrates seamlessly with existing datacenter infrastructure. The company's products leverage the NVMe over TCP protocol to enhance performance comparable to local flash storage, catering to cloud-native applications in various environments, including bare metal, virtualized, and containerized systems. By providing a comprehensive data storage platform, Lightbits enables organizations to improve agility and cost efficiency while effectively scaling their storage infrastructure.
MemVerge is a technology company that specializes in Memory-Converged Infrastructure (MCI), utilizing its proprietary Distributed Memory Objects (DMO) technology. This innovative approach eliminates the traditional boundaries between memory and storage, allowing data-centric workloads to operate at memory speed. By leveraging Intel's Optane DC persistent memory, MemVerge enables seamless execution of data-intensive applications, including artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data analytics, IoT, and data warehousing. The company’s software ensures data consistency across multiple systems, empowering enterprises to efficiently process and gain insights from both small and large files.
Model9 modernizes mainframe data management and business intelligence in large enterprises and helps them accelerate the adoption of hybrid cloud technologies and benefit from cloud economics. Its patented technology delivers mainframe data to any cloud or on-premise storage platform, eliminating tape and virtual tape, and enabling secure integration with advanced analytics tools. Model9 is trusted by the world's leading financial institutions, government agencies and transportation companies. It is a graduate of the IBM AlphaZone startup program as well as an AWS Advanced Technology Partner.
Pliops Ltd., established in 2017 and headquartered in Ramat Gan, Israel, specializes in developing innovative cloud storage solutions. The company's flagship product is the Extreme Data Processor (XDP), a breakthrough technology delivered on a low-profile PCIe card. The XDP overcomes storage inefficiencies by radically simplifying data processing and flash storage management, leading to exponential improvements in performance, reliability, capacity, and efficiency. This enables organizations to access data faster with minimal computational load and power consumption, addressing the scalability challenges posed by cloud data explosion and increasing data requirements of AI/ML applications.
Pliops Ltd., established in 2017 and headquartered in Ramat Gan, Israel, specializes in developing innovative cloud storage solutions. The company's flagship product is the Extreme Data Processor (XDP), a breakthrough technology delivered on a low-profile PCIe card. The XDP overcomes storage inefficiencies by radically simplifying data processing and flash storage management, leading to exponential improvements in performance, reliability, capacity, and efficiency. This enables organizations to access data faster with minimal computational load and power consumption, addressing the scalability challenges posed by cloud data explosion and increasing data requirements of AI/ML applications.
Vexata
Funding Round in 2017
Vexata, Inc. is a technology company based in San Jose, California, focused on developing and manufacturing real-time enterprise storage systems tailored for businesses. Founded in 2013 and currently a subsidiary of StorCentric, Inc., Vexata offers an innovative data storage infrastructure platform designed to meet the demands of modern, data-driven applications. The company's active data fabric integrates distributed data management software and advanced networking principles, allowing organizations to enhance their data infrastructure without the need for application rewrites or complex adjustments. Vexata's solutions facilitate improved decision-making and operational efficiency by supporting a range of database and analytics platforms, including traditional systems like Oracle and SQL Server, as well as emerging NoSQL and cognitive computing technologies.
MinIO, Inc. is a developer of a high-performance, open-source distributed object storage server that is fully compatible with Amazon S3 APIs. Founded in 2014 and based in Palo Alto, California, the company focuses on providing a minimal object storage solution optimized for cloud-native workloads, making it suitable for deployment in both public and private clouds, including Kubernetes environments. MinIO's platform enables enterprises to manage unstructured data effectively, supporting various applications such as machine learning, analytics, and data backup and archival processes. The company also hosts a MinIO play server, allowing developers and system administrators to familiarize themselves with its S3-compatible object storage capabilities.
Since 2012 Reduxio has redefined data management and data protection, and the company has evolved its mission to deliver the first microservices-based storage and data platform for stateful applications. Reduxio’s cloud data platform for Kubernetes pairs high performance software-defined container-native storage and data management with data mobility to enable customers to build a single data cloud for their applications across all their infrastructure, anywhere. Reduxio is backed by Intel Capital, C5 Capital Cloud Partners and Jerusalem Venture Partners (JVP).
Cloudian is a company that specializes in file and object storage, particularly focusing on S3 object storage within data centers. It offers a hybrid cloud data management platform that allows customers to optimize data access, meet data sovereignty requirements, and reduce costs by consolidating information into a single, cloud-like environment. Cloudian's platform provides scalable and secure object storage for hybrid cloud deployments, enabling organizations to effectively manage and protect their data both on-premises and in the cloud. With its emphasis on data durability and user-friendly management tools, Cloudian aims to transform enterprise data into actionable insights while ensuring compatibility with the industry-standard S3 API.
StealthMine
Seed Round in 2016
StealthMine, located in Sunnyvale, California, is a developer of a data encryption service platform that focuses on enhancing systems and information security for enterprises. The company's technology allows enterprise applications to operate on encrypted data, ensuring comprehensive data insulation from various threats, including attacks on servers, networks, storage, and databases, as well as protection against insider compromises. By providing these robust security measures, StealthMine enables organizations to safeguard their sensitive information while maintaining the functionality of their applications.
KDS China
Venture Round in 2016
Beijing KDS Datacenter Solution Co., Ltd, founded in 2011 and located in the Beihang University Science and Technology Park, is a national hi-tech enterprise specializing in advanced data storage solutions. The company has developed optical disc software-defined storage systems that are tailored for both domestic and international data storage users. KDS is a pioneer in the construction of next-generation magnetic and electro-optical data centers, employing a modular design that enhances the transfer and privacy of big data. With over ten intellectual property rights in the field of optical storage robotics, KDS has established itself as an industry leader. The company has collaborated with notable organizations, including the State Information Center, to formulate national disc archiving standards, and has worked alongside leading global firms such as Samsung General Chemicals and Titan Electro-Optics to develop international standards. KDS also maintains strong partnerships with experts from the Chinese Academy of Sciences and prestigious academic institutions.
Kazan Networks
Series A in 2016
Kazan Networks Corporation is a developer of computer hardware focused on enterprise storage and networking solutions. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Auburn, California, the company specializes in products such as iSCSI controllers, FC-to-SATA bridges, SAS controllers, and high-performance networking solutions. Kazan Networks offers a Customer Evaluation Kit that allows customers and partners to test the emerging NVMe over Fabrics standard. This fully functioning implementation is designed using FPGA technology to provide an optimal blend of performance and flexibility, facilitating easy plug-and-play connectivity between hosts and SSDs over Ethernet links. As of September 2019, Kazan Networks operates as a subsidiary of Western Digital Corporation.
99cloud
Venture Round in 2015
99cloud Inc. is a Shanghai-based company focused on developing OpenStack platforms for enterprise Software-as-a-Service applications in China. Founded in 2012, the company offers a variety of products and services that cater to the needs of businesses seeking cloud solutions. Its offerings include an online OpenStack for communities, business front-end products such as private cloud portals and enterprise app stores, and core framework enhancements like high availability, cost tracking, and data backup plugins. Additionally, 99cloud provides backend solutions, including hyper-converged appliances and security plugins, along with comprehensive development and deployment services that encompass user interface customization and integration. The company also delivers managed services and training to support its clients in effectively utilizing cloud technologies within their operations.
NxtGen Data Center & Cloud Services
Series B in 2015
NxtGen Datacenter & Cloud Technologies Private Limited is a provider of data center and cloud-based services based in Bengaluru, India, with additional offices in Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, and Hyderabad. Founded in 2012, the company offers a range of solutions including Cloud Internet-as-a-Service, content delivery networks, Backup-as-a-Service, Disaster Recovery-as-a-Service, and managed security services. NxtGen operates its own High Density Data Center (HDDC) facilities and also provides centrally managed On-Premise Data Centers (OPDC). By delivering comprehensive data center and enterprise cloud services, NxtGen aims to help clients streamline their IT infrastructure, lower operational costs, and foster business growth.
Fileforce
Seed Round in 2015
Fileforce is a Tokyo-based company, founded in 2001, that specializes in providing secure and scalable cloud file services for businesses and enterprises of all sizes. The company offers a robust platform that enables enterprises to safely store, manage, access, and share files from various devices, including computers, tablets, and smartphones. Fileforce's services are designed to protect valuable information and assets, facilitating efficient management of business activities such as proposals, quotations, and design documents. By enabling effective file-sharing and organization, Fileforce supports corporations in optimizing their operational workflows and enhancing collaboration.
Coho Data
Series C in 2015
Coho Data, Inc. is a technology company specializing in web-scale storage architecture designed for cloud environments. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, with additional offices in Vancouver, Sunnyvale, Cambridge, and Bengaluru, Coho Data develops a data-centric storage platform that integrates hybrid and all-flash storage arrays. This platform is engineered to manage various hardware types and generations, providing high performance for applications such as server virtualization, virtual desktops, disaster recovery, and big data. The Coho DataStream platform offers an innovative infrastructure solution that combines storage, network, and compute resources at the rack level, enabling enterprises to achieve operational simplicity and scale-out storage performance. By leveraging software-defined networking and storage, Coho Data facilitates secure multi-tenancy and a significant reduction in total cost of ownership, allowing organizations to enhance their data center operations while maintaining the efficiency and flexibility typically associated with public cloud environments.
Joyent, Inc. is a cloud software company that specializes in providing public and private cloud solutions for web and mobile applications. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Joyent offers a range of services including the Triton Elastic Container Service, which caters to industries such as mobile, social media, and e-commerce. The company also provides the Triton Elastic Container Infrastructure, a private cloud management platform, and the Manta Storage Service, a distributed object storage service that integrates compute capabilities. Joyent's infrastructure allows users to combine public and private cloud resources, delivering enhanced control and cost efficiency. Additionally, as the steward of Node.js, Joyent offers specialized support and tools for enterprises looking to optimize their Node.js applications. With data centers in Singapore and South Korea, Joyent operates as a subsidiary of Samsung Electronics America, Inc., focusing on enabling modern, cloud-native application management across multiple environments.
Since 2012 Reduxio has redefined data management and data protection, and the company has evolved its mission to deliver the first microservices-based storage and data platform for stateful applications. Reduxio’s cloud data platform for Kubernetes pairs high performance software-defined container-native storage and data management with data mobility to enable customers to build a single data cloud for their applications across all their infrastructure, anywhere. Reduxio is backed by Intel Capital, C5 Capital Cloud Partners and Jerusalem Venture Partners (JVP).
Cloudian is a company that specializes in file and object storage, particularly focusing on S3 object storage within data centers. It offers a hybrid cloud data management platform that allows customers to optimize data access, meet data sovereignty requirements, and reduce costs by consolidating information into a single, cloud-like environment. Cloudian's platform provides scalable and secure object storage for hybrid cloud deployments, enabling organizations to effectively manage and protect their data both on-premises and in the cloud. With its emphasis on data durability and user-friendly management tools, Cloudian aims to transform enterprise data into actionable insights while ensuring compatibility with the industry-standard S3 API.
Chinac.com
Series B in 2014
Chinac.com is a prominent Chinese cloud computing infrastructure operator that specializes in the research, development, and management of commercial cloud computing solutions. The company offers a range of IT services, including cloud storage and computing infrastructure, catering to both domestic and international clients. Chinac.com operates as a provider of Software as a Service (SaaS) and Platform as a Service (PaaS), while also engaging in traditional software development and system integration. The firm supports a diverse array of sectors, including online gaming, e-commerce, mobile internet, online education, and social networking. With tens of thousands of physical server clusters and 20 data centers across more than 15 cities, Chinac.com boasts a robust network that encompasses major telecommunications providers.
Maxta, Inc. is a technology company based in Sunnyvale, California, founded in 2009, that specializes in redefining enterprise storage solutions. The company has developed the Maxta Storage Platform (MxSP), a hypervisor-agnostic and software-only implementation designed for virtualized environments. This platform allows for VM-level storage abstraction and integrates seamlessly into server virtualization management, eliminating the need for traditional storage arrays such as SAN or NAS. By aggregating storage resources from multiple servers, MxSP provides shared storage that enhances operational efficiency. Additionally, the Maxta IQ analytics-insight platform offers real-time visibility into private and multi-cloud environments. Maxta’s solutions cater to a variety of applications, including remote offices, test and development environments, virtualized data centers, and virtual desktop infrastructures, enabling organizations to achieve significant cost savings while ensuring scalability in line with application demands. As of March 2019, Maxta operates as a subsidiary of Huayun Data International Ltd.
Amplidata
Series D in 2014
Amplidata is a technology company specializing in advanced storage solutions that significantly enhance data reliability and efficiency. Founded in 2008 by Wim De Wispelaere and Wouter Van Eetvelde, the company has developed the Amplidata Distributed Storage System, which utilizes a patent-pending BitSpread encoding technology. This innovative approach provides a storage alternative that is ten thousand times more reliable than traditional RAID systems while requiring three times less storage and power, ultimately reducing costs by five times. Amplidata's solutions are designed to address the limitations of conventional high-capacity disk systems, improving performance and minimizing error rates. Their offerings, including the AmpliStor software-defined storage system, cater to enterprises seeking scalable private and public cloud storage solutions. With operational headquarters in Belgium and R&D facilities in both Belgium and Egypt, Amplidata serves a global market, including sales and support across Europe and North America.
BlueWhale
Venture Round in 2014
Tianjin Zhongke Blue Whale Technologies Co., Ltd. specializes in network storage products and solutions in China. The company develops network attached storage application layer software and storage area network management solutions, focusing on disk-based data protection for business continuity and enhancing data center efficiency. Blue Whale addresses the challenges of modern data management by offering next-generation storage infrastructures that support cloud and big data applications. Their technology features horizontally scalable multi-protocol capabilities and high-efficiency cross-device data redundancy, enabling users to effectively navigate the complexities of data storage, access, and management. Based in Tianjin, the company aims to provide innovative solutions tailored to the evolving needs of information technology infrastructures.
Fileforce
Venture Round in 2013
Fileforce is a Tokyo-based company, founded in 2001, that specializes in providing secure and scalable cloud file services for businesses and enterprises of all sizes. The company offers a robust platform that enables enterprises to safely store, manage, access, and share files from various devices, including computers, tablets, and smartphones. Fileforce's services are designed to protect valuable information and assets, facilitating efficient management of business activities such as proposals, quotations, and design documents. By enabling effective file-sharing and organization, Fileforce supports corporations in optimizing their operational workflows and enhancing collaboration.
Cloudian is a company that specializes in file and object storage, particularly focusing on S3 object storage within data centers. It offers a hybrid cloud data management platform that allows customers to optimize data access, meet data sovereignty requirements, and reduce costs by consolidating information into a single, cloud-like environment. Cloudian's platform provides scalable and secure object storage for hybrid cloud deployments, enabling organizations to effectively manage and protect their data both on-premises and in the cloud. With its emphasis on data durability and user-friendly management tools, Cloudian aims to transform enterprise data into actionable insights while ensuring compatibility with the industry-standard S3 API.
NxtGen Data Center & Cloud Services
Series A in 2013
NxtGen Datacenter & Cloud Technologies Private Limited is a provider of data center and cloud-based services based in Bengaluru, India, with additional offices in Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, and Hyderabad. Founded in 2012, the company offers a range of solutions including Cloud Internet-as-a-Service, content delivery networks, Backup-as-a-Service, Disaster Recovery-as-a-Service, and managed security services. NxtGen operates its own High Density Data Center (HDDC) facilities and also provides centrally managed On-Premise Data Centers (OPDC). By delivering comprehensive data center and enterprise cloud services, NxtGen aims to help clients streamline their IT infrastructure, lower operational costs, and foster business growth.
Maginatics
Series B in 2013
Maginatics is a company that specializes in modernizing enterprise storage through its software-only solutions. Founded in 2010 and based in Mountain View, California, Maginatics brings the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of cloud storage to enterprise environments while ensuring high levels of security, scalability, and data accessibility. Its flagship platform, MagFS, provides NAS-like functionality in scenarios where traditional NAS is impractical. The company's offerings cater to a diverse range of applications and workloads for both traditional and mobile users, facilitating secure file sharing and collaboration. Additionally, Maginatics addresses critical business challenges, including NAS transformation and optimized migration of scale-out workloads, serving industries such as Life Sciences, Media and Entertainment, and large-scale web server operations.
Since 2012 Reduxio has redefined data management and data protection, and the company has evolved its mission to deliver the first microservices-based storage and data platform for stateful applications. Reduxio’s cloud data platform for Kubernetes pairs high performance software-defined container-native storage and data management with data mobility to enable customers to build a single data cloud for their applications across all their infrastructure, anywhere. Reduxio is backed by Intel Capital, C5 Capital Cloud Partners and Jerusalem Venture Partners (JVP).
Amplidata
Venture Round in 2012
Amplidata is a technology company specializing in advanced storage solutions that significantly enhance data reliability and efficiency. Founded in 2008 by Wim De Wispelaere and Wouter Van Eetvelde, the company has developed the Amplidata Distributed Storage System, which utilizes a patent-pending BitSpread encoding technology. This innovative approach provides a storage alternative that is ten thousand times more reliable than traditional RAID systems while requiring three times less storage and power, ultimately reducing costs by five times. Amplidata's solutions are designed to address the limitations of conventional high-capacity disk systems, improving performance and minimizing error rates. Their offerings, including the AmpliStor software-defined storage system, cater to enterprises seeking scalable private and public cloud storage solutions. With operational headquarters in Belgium and R&D facilities in both Belgium and Egypt, Amplidata serves a global market, including sales and support across Europe and North America.
Whamcloud
Acquisition in 2012
Whamcloud, founded in 2010 by high-performance computing experts Brent Gorda and Eric Barton, specializes in providing comprehensive support for Lustre, a leading at-scale parallel file system. The company offers advanced storage solutions tailored to environments of varying sizes and complexities, making it a preferred choice for research institutions and high-performance computing laboratories. Whamcloud focuses on enhancing parallel storage capabilities, particularly in high-performance and cloud computing applications that demand exceptional scalability. Its commitment to innovation and expertise in storage technology positions Whamcloud as a key player in the evolution of computational performance, especially for large-scale cluster computing environments.
Nirvanix is a provider of cloud-based solutions specializing in VoIP and business phone systems, as well as cloud storage services. The company offers a plug-and-play system that seamlessly integrates with existing business operations, ensuring a smooth and efficient workflow. Additionally, Nirvanix provides secure backup services that support daily business activities. Recently, the company has re-emerged with an enhanced version of its offerings and is poised to introduce a unique cryptocurrency-based VoIP solution, developed in partnership with a major investor in the cryptocurrency sector.
Amplidata
Series C in 2012
Amplidata is a technology company specializing in advanced storage solutions that significantly enhance data reliability and efficiency. Founded in 2008 by Wim De Wispelaere and Wouter Van Eetvelde, the company has developed the Amplidata Distributed Storage System, which utilizes a patent-pending BitSpread encoding technology. This innovative approach provides a storage alternative that is ten thousand times more reliable than traditional RAID systems while requiring three times less storage and power, ultimately reducing costs by five times. Amplidata's solutions are designed to address the limitations of conventional high-capacity disk systems, improving performance and minimizing error rates. Their offerings, including the AmpliStor software-defined storage system, cater to enterprises seeking scalable private and public cloud storage solutions. With operational headquarters in Belgium and R&D facilities in both Belgium and Egypt, Amplidata serves a global market, including sales and support across Europe and North America.
Solera Networks
Series D in 2012
Solera Networks specializes in high-speed network forensics solutions designed for both physical and virtual environments. The company offers advanced network appliance products that enable packet capture, recording, and streaming of network traffic, even in high-capacity 10Gb settings. Solera Networks' architecture is characterized by its open platform interoperability, extensible storage capabilities, and portability, allowing security professionals to efficiently identify and respond to network threats. By utilizing Solera's devices, customers can capture, store, regenerate, and filter live network traffic, effectively creating a comprehensive record of all network activities. This functionality serves as a critical tool for incident response, enabling thorough investigation and remediation of security incidents.
Joyent, Inc. is a cloud software company that specializes in providing public and private cloud solutions for web and mobile applications. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Joyent offers a range of services including the Triton Elastic Container Service, which caters to industries such as mobile, social media, and e-commerce. The company also provides the Triton Elastic Container Infrastructure, a private cloud management platform, and the Manta Storage Service, a distributed object storage service that integrates compute capabilities. Joyent's infrastructure allows users to combine public and private cloud resources, delivering enhanced control and cost efficiency. Additionally, as the steward of Node.js, Joyent offers specialized support and tools for enterprises looking to optimize their Node.js applications. With data centers in Singapore and South Korea, Joyent operates as a subsidiary of Samsung Electronics America, Inc., focusing on enabling modern, cloud-native application management across multiple environments.
Virident Systems
Series C in 2011
Virident Systems is a provider of enterprise-class solutions centered on Storage Class Memory (SCM), including flash memory, aimed at transforming the data center and cloud computing landscape. The company addresses the performance, reliability, and serviceability challenges associated with these disruptive technologies by leveraging its extensive expertise and intellectual property. Its flagship product, the tachIOn solid-state disk, offers customers a significant performance advantage, delivering 4-10 times the predictable performance over the lifespan of the product, along with enterprise-grade reliability. Founded by industry veterans from prominent technology companies, Virident Systems has cultivated a skilled team dedicated to harnessing flash and flash-like technologies for modern applications, positioning itself uniquely to address the complexities of data-intensive enterprise applications.
United Information Technology
Series D in 2011
United Information Technology Co., Ltd., established in China, specializes in providing global-scale data storage solutions. It offers a comprehensive suite of services, including data storage, management, and cloud storage systems, supported by an advanced technology infrastructure. Led by an international team, UIT focuses on three key areas: unified storage, applied storage, and cloud storage, aiming to meet diverse client needs and drive business growth through innovative technology.
Storage Appliance Corporation
Series D in 2011
Storage Appliance Corporation is a leading developer of consumer backup software marketed as [Clickfree](/organization/clickfree)™. Clickfree™ Automatic Backup is the world's first technology that performs backup by simply connecting any storage device to the PC, without having to set up or configure software.
Nirvanix is a provider of cloud-based solutions specializing in VoIP and business phone systems, as well as cloud storage services. The company offers a plug-and-play system that seamlessly integrates with existing business operations, ensuring a smooth and efficient workflow. Additionally, Nirvanix provides secure backup services that support daily business activities. Recently, the company has re-emerged with an enhanced version of its offerings and is poised to introduce a unique cryptocurrency-based VoIP solution, developed in partnership with a major investor in the cryptocurrency sector.
Joyent, Inc. is a cloud software company that specializes in providing public and private cloud solutions for web and mobile applications. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Joyent offers a range of services including the Triton Elastic Container Service, which caters to industries such as mobile, social media, and e-commerce. The company also provides the Triton Elastic Container Infrastructure, a private cloud management platform, and the Manta Storage Service, a distributed object storage service that integrates compute capabilities. Joyent's infrastructure allows users to combine public and private cloud resources, delivering enhanced control and cost efficiency. Additionally, as the steward of Node.js, Joyent offers specialized support and tools for enterprises looking to optimize their Node.js applications. With data centers in Singapore and South Korea, Joyent operates as a subsidiary of Samsung Electronics America, Inc., focusing on enabling modern, cloud-native application management across multiple environments.
Active Storage
Series A in 2009
Active Storage, Inc. provides innovative storage solutions for the business and creative industries, with an emphasis on the post-production, broadcast, publishing, education and science sectors. Active Storage products deliver a best-of-breed user experience, marrying award-winning industrial design, unmatched speed, reliability and customer service. Ease of use and robust performance make Active Storage the first choice for complex professional storage needs. To learn more, visit: http://activestorage.com
Joyent, Inc. is a cloud software company that specializes in providing public and private cloud solutions for web and mobile applications. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Joyent offers a range of services including the Triton Elastic Container Service, which caters to industries such as mobile, social media, and e-commerce. The company also provides the Triton Elastic Container Infrastructure, a private cloud management platform, and the Manta Storage Service, a distributed object storage service that integrates compute capabilities. Joyent's infrastructure allows users to combine public and private cloud resources, delivering enhanced control and cost efficiency. Additionally, as the steward of Node.js, Joyent offers specialized support and tools for enterprises looking to optimize their Node.js applications. With data centers in Singapore and South Korea, Joyent operates as a subsidiary of Samsung Electronics America, Inc., focusing on enabling modern, cloud-native application management across multiple environments.
Nirvanix is a provider of cloud-based solutions specializing in VoIP and business phone systems, as well as cloud storage services. The company offers a plug-and-play system that seamlessly integrates with existing business operations, ensuring a smooth and efficient workflow. Additionally, Nirvanix provides secure backup services that support daily business activities. Recently, the company has re-emerged with an enhanced version of its offerings and is poised to introduce a unique cryptocurrency-based VoIP solution, developed in partnership with a major investor in the cryptocurrency sector.
Nirvanix is a provider of cloud-based solutions specializing in VoIP and business phone systems, as well as cloud storage services. The company offers a plug-and-play system that seamlessly integrates with existing business operations, ensuring a smooth and efficient workflow. Additionally, Nirvanix provides secure backup services that support daily business activities. Recently, the company has re-emerged with an enhanced version of its offerings and is poised to introduce a unique cryptocurrency-based VoIP solution, developed in partnership with a major investor in the cryptocurrency sector.
Platform Solutions
Series C in 2007
Platform Solutions, Inc. is a technology company specializing in open systems computing solutions for mainframe environments. Founded in 1999 and based in Sunnyvale, California, the company develops Open Mainframe computers that are compatible with various datacenter environments and operating systems. Its product offerings include Open Mainframe servers and Open Systems servers, as well as NEC D-Series storage arrays. A notable component of its product line, System64, integrates multiple operating systems, such as z/OS, Windows, and Linux, into a secure and reliable operating environment, leveraging Intel Itanium 2 processor technology. Platform Solutions operates as a subsidiary of International Business Machines Corp. since 2008 and has established a strategic partnership with T3 Technologies to enhance its service offerings.
Exanet
Venture Round in 2007
Exanet Ltd. designs network attached storage systems. It offers ExaStore, a solution with a clustered distributed file system; ExaSync software that offers a method of protecting and recovering data, providing mirroring between local or remote ExaStore systems; and EX1500, an integrated server pre-installed with the ExaStore clustered distributed storage operating system. The company also provides ExaAdmin, a Web-based console and command-line interface that offers centralized configuration, management, and monitoring of ExaStore clustered storage solution from a single point; ExaStore, which provides monitoring for the cluster status, filesystem performance, and protocol information; and ExaVolumes that offers on-demand provisioning, which allows administrators to allocate capacity independently of physical storage configuration. In addition, it offers ExaSnapshots, which offers online point-in-time data protection; ExaRestore that allows administrators to recover data sets in one step. Further, the company’s solutions include data protection, digital media, disaster recovery, global content delivery, high performance computing, hosted storage services, technical applications, and Web services. It serves media and entertainment, telecom and service providers, Internet, manufacturing and imaging, enterprise, education, government, software and semiconductor industries. Exanet Ltd. was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Ra'anana, Israel with offices in United States, United Kingdom, Germany, France, and Japan.
Fabrik provides both online storage and hardware products. The company was founded in 2005 as a purely online storage service allowing users to upload and share digital media. In February 2007, Fabrik acquired SimpleTech's consumer business unit, including flash memory cards, USB flash drives, and memory upgrades, for approximately $43 million. In January 2007, Fabrik acquired G-Technology, which sells high performance external drives, for an undisclosed amount.
MonoSphere
Series B in 2006
MonoSphere is the creator of Storage Horizon storage capacity management software. Quest has also hired a substantial number of the former MonoSphere employees. The high quality of MonoSphere's team and technology, as well as the fit of its products within Quest's management offerings, were key factors in the decision to proceed with this acquisition.
Dimension Data, formerly known as OpSource, is a provider of cloud and managed hosting solutions designed to help businesses of all sizes accelerate growth and scale operations effectively. Established in 2002, the company offers a comprehensive Application Operations service that surpasses traditional hosting by delivering application management, change management, performance management, and application optimization. This approach allows clients to benefit from the flexibility, availability, and community of public cloud services while ensuring the security, performance, and control required by enterprise environments. Dimension Data is certified with SAS 70 Type II, PCI DSS Level 1, and adheres to European Safe Harbor standards, with operations in California, Virginia, the UK, Ireland, and India. The company supports over four hundred Software-as-a-Service independent software vendors, cloud platform providers, carriers, and enterprises, enabling them to manage high-availability, business-critical hosting environments efficiently.
Fabrik provides both online storage and hardware products. The company was founded in 2005 as a purely online storage service allowing users to upload and share digital media. In February 2007, Fabrik acquired SimpleTech's consumer business unit, including flash memory cards, USB flash drives, and memory upgrades, for approximately $43 million. In January 2007, Fabrik acquired G-Technology, which sells high performance external drives, for an undisclosed amount.
Silverback Systems
Venture Round in 2006
Silverback Systems engages in the design, manufacture, and marketing of network acceleration processors in the United States. Its products feature iSNAP architecture that enables and accelerates storage over ethernet fabric to provide network convergence for SAN, NAS, and LAN. The company offers iSNAP2110 processor, iSNAP2110 iSCSI initiator host bus adaptor, and iSNAP2110 platform development toolkit that accelerate the performance of servers, iSCSI storage devices, NAS appliances, blade servers, and multiprotocol storage routers; iSNAP initiator solutions, including Windows server applications, enterprise-grade storage area networking, and SAN/NAS storage consolidation solutions.
Omneon
Venture Round in 2004
Omneon Video Networks, Inc. specializes in providing digital content storage and processing systems tailored for media companies, facilitating the production and distribution of digital video and audio. The company develops and markets a variety of products, including Spectrum video servers and MediaGrid active storage systems, along with related software applications. Spectrum video servers are designed for real-time applications, such as multi-channel broadcast playout, while MediaGrid systems support file-based content storage, offering high-bandwidth, simultaneous multi-user access and integrated digital media processing capabilities. Omneon's products are compatible with various complementary technologies and include application programming interfaces for enhanced functionality. Their offerings cater to a diverse clientele, including multinational media conglomerates, commercial and public broadcast networks, content networks, satellite broadcasters, television service providers, local television stations, and mobile television providers. Omneon sells its products both directly to end users and indirectly through system integrators across regions such as the United States, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific. Founded in 1998, the company is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California.
Acirro
Acquisition in 2003
Acirro's ground-breaking Global Distributed File System (GDFS™) technology greatly simplifies the management of enterprise's complex distributed storage networks. Their GDFS-based Acumula™ software uniquely embeds NAS aggregation, smart replication and automated capacity management capabilities directly into our distributed meta-file system resulting in a unique, non-obstructive approach to simplifying the management of Network Attached Storage (NAS) scattered throughout a WAN environment.
Scale Eight
Acquisition in 2003
Scale Eight is an internet company. It offers virtually limitless storage capacity, allowing companies to grow their online offerings. Scale Eight delivers file storage solutions technology through its global storage service and in a family of network-attached storage products. Scale Eight was founded by Josh Coates and is located in San Francisco, California.
Scali AS offers cluster management and monitoring systems for Linux data centers. The company provides Scali MPI Connect, a message passing interface solution, which is designed to accelerate and enable client's applications to run through MPI implementation; and Scali Manage, which is designed to improve performance, increase uptime, and lower support costs of clustered environment, as well as includes system installation, configuration, management, monitoring, job scheduling environments, and hardware management tools.
RASILIENT SYSTEMS
Series A in 2003
RASILIENT Systems, Inc. specializes in video surveillance storage platforms and system software, offering innovative storage technologies designed for system integrators and OEM customers. Their flagship product is a 2U/12 bay storage appliance tailored specifically for video surveillance applications. The company emphasizes advanced caching and patented technologies that minimize data loss, ensuring complete reliability and performance in video surveillance storage, viewing, and administration. Founded in 2001, RASILIENT Systems is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, and has development centers in California, Shanghai, and Taipei, allowing it to serve a global clientele effectively.
Aarohi communication
Series B in 2002
Aarohi developed next-generation storage components and processors, used by systems suppliers.
Scali AS offers cluster management and monitoring systems for Linux data centers. The company provides Scali MPI Connect, a message passing interface solution, which is designed to accelerate and enable client's applications to run through MPI implementation; and Scali Manage, which is designed to improve performance, increase uptime, and lower support costs of clustered environment, as well as includes system installation, configuration, management, monitoring, job scheduling environments, and hardware management tools.
Exanet Ltd. designs network attached storage systems. It offers ExaStore, a solution with a clustered distributed file system; ExaSync software that offers a method of protecting and recovering data, providing mirroring between local or remote ExaStore systems; and EX1500, an integrated server pre-installed with the ExaStore clustered distributed storage operating system. The company also provides ExaAdmin, a Web-based console and command-line interface that offers centralized configuration, management, and monitoring of ExaStore clustered storage solution from a single point; ExaStore, which provides monitoring for the cluster status, filesystem performance, and protocol information; and ExaVolumes that offers on-demand provisioning, which allows administrators to allocate capacity independently of physical storage configuration. In addition, it offers ExaSnapshots, which offers online point-in-time data protection; ExaRestore that allows administrators to recover data sets in one step. Further, the company’s solutions include data protection, digital media, disaster recovery, global content delivery, high performance computing, hosted storage services, technical applications, and Web services. It serves media and entertainment, telecom and service providers, Internet, manufacturing and imaging, enterprise, education, government, software and semiconductor industries. Exanet Ltd. was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Ra'anana, Israel with offices in United States, United Kingdom, Germany, France, and Japan.
ICP vortex Computersysteme
Acquisition in 2001
ICP vortex's storage solutions will complement Intel's existing business of providing input/output (I/O) building blocks for the networked storage market segment. These products include Intel I/O processors, Intel integrated RAID reference designs, software and controller cards
DataCore Software Corporation is an independent software vendor that specializes in storage virtualization and management solutions for information technology organizations globally. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, the company offers a range of products, including SANsymphony V10, which enhances IT infrastructure performance by virtualizing storage hardware, and DataCore Virtual Desktop Server, designed for virtual desktop infrastructure applications. Additionally, DataCore provides advanced solutions such as DataCore ONE, a cloud-based predictive analytics engine, and vFilO, a technology for managing and optimizing distributed data across on-premises and cloud environments. The company serves diverse industries, including aerospace, healthcare, finance, and education, and markets its offerings through authorized distributors and integration partners worldwide. DataCore has established strategic partnerships, including one with Huawei, and maintains support and training facilities in several countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, and Japan.
Troika Networks
Venture Round in 2000
Troika Networks, Inc. specializes in providing integrated solutions for storage network data protection and management. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Westlake Village, California, the company offers flexible SAN-based storage management solutions designed to enhance disaster recovery, backup, and volume management functionalities. Its offerings include application hosting platforms and embedded technologies that enable original equipment manufacturers and resellers to implement cost-effective data protection strategies worldwide. Utilizing its Accelera Network Storage Services Platforms and ReadyPath Technology, Troika Networks aims to significantly improve the data management capabilities of enterprise customers.
Omneon Video Networks, Inc. specializes in providing digital content storage and processing systems tailored for media companies, facilitating the production and distribution of digital video and audio. The company develops and markets a variety of products, including Spectrum video servers and MediaGrid active storage systems, along with related software applications. Spectrum video servers are designed for real-time applications, such as multi-channel broadcast playout, while MediaGrid systems support file-based content storage, offering high-bandwidth, simultaneous multi-user access and integrated digital media processing capabilities. Omneon's products are compatible with various complementary technologies and include application programming interfaces for enhanced functionality. Their offerings cater to a diverse clientele, including multinational media conglomerates, commercial and public broadcast networks, content networks, satellite broadcasters, television service providers, local television stations, and mobile television providers. Omneon sells its products both directly to end users and indirectly through system integrators across regions such as the United States, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific. Founded in 1998, the company is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California.