Kleiner Perkins

Kleiner Perkins is a venture capital firm based in Menlo Park, California, founded in 1972. The firm specializes in investing in early-stage, growth, and incubation companies across a range of industries, including business products, consumer services, financial services, healthcare, information technology, and life sciences. Kleiner Perkins partners with entrepreneurs from the inception of their ideas through to their initial public offerings, aiming to maximize the potential of innovative concepts. The firm has a global investment focus, engaging with founders in the United States, Canada, the Middle East, the United Kingdom, and Mainland China. It is recognized for its strategic support of bold ideas and its commitment to fostering growth in various sectors.

Brook Byers

Co-Founder

Annie Case

Partner

Nadia Cochinwala

Investor

Kevin Compton

Partner

Josh Coyne

Partner

Joshua Coyne

Partner and Investor

John Doerr

Chairman and Partner

Ilya Fushman

Partner

Al Gore

Senior Partner

Wen Hsieh

Partner

Haomiao Huang

Investor

Floyd Kvamme

Partner Emeriti

Jerry Liang

Vice President

Bucky Moore

Partner

Aditya Naganath

Principal

Lucas Oliveira

Investor

Lucas Oliveira

Investor

Colin Powell

Strategic Limited Partner

Ev Randle

Partner

Everett Randle

Partner

Beth Seidenberg

General Partner

James Tang

Vice President, China

Jimmy Wei

Venture Partner, China

Jason Zhao

Partner

Mamoon Hamid

Partner

Past deals in Telecommunications

Infinitus Systems

Series C in 2024
Infinitus Systems is an AI healthcare company focused on automating phone-based processes to enhance efficiency within the healthcare ecosystem. By streamlining tedious and time-consuming communication tasks, Infinitus aims to improve access to therapy, adherence, and affordability for patients. The company's innovative tool allows users to submit call requests easily, track updates, and receive notifications upon task completion. Infinitus Systems has raised $51.4 million in funding from prominent investors, including Kleiner Perkins, Coatue, and Google Ventures. Through its automation solutions, the company seeks to reduce the complexity and costs associated with back-office administration in the healthcare sector.

Infinitus Systems

Series B in 2021
Infinitus Systems is an AI healthcare company focused on automating phone-based processes to enhance efficiency within the healthcare ecosystem. By streamlining tedious and time-consuming communication tasks, Infinitus aims to improve access to therapy, adherence, and affordability for patients. The company's innovative tool allows users to submit call requests easily, track updates, and receive notifications upon task completion. Infinitus Systems has raised $51.4 million in funding from prominent investors, including Kleiner Perkins, Coatue, and Google Ventures. Through its automation solutions, the company seeks to reduce the complexity and costs associated with back-office administration in the healthcare sector.

Infinitus Systems

Series A in 2021
Infinitus Systems is an AI healthcare company focused on automating phone-based processes to enhance efficiency within the healthcare ecosystem. By streamlining tedious and time-consuming communication tasks, Infinitus aims to improve access to therapy, adherence, and affordability for patients. The company's innovative tool allows users to submit call requests easily, track updates, and receive notifications upon task completion. Infinitus Systems has raised $51.4 million in funding from prominent investors, including Kleiner Perkins, Coatue, and Google Ventures. Through its automation solutions, the company seeks to reduce the complexity and costs associated with back-office administration in the healthcare sector.

Livongo

Series E in 2018
Livongo Health, Inc. is a consumer digital health company based in Mountain View, California, that focuses on providing integrated solutions for individuals with chronic conditions, particularly diabetes. Founded in 2008, Livongo combines advanced technology with personalized coaching to empower users in managing their health. Its platform includes cellular-connected devices and data-driven insights, facilitating real-time support for diabetes management while also addressing hypertension, prediabetes, weight management, and behavioral health. Livongo serves a diverse clientele, including employers, health plans, government entities, and labor unions, aiming to improve both clinical outcomes and user experience in chronic disease management. In 2020, Livongo became a subsidiary of Teladoc Health, further expanding its reach in the healthcare market.

Livongo

Series D in 2017
Livongo Health, Inc. is a consumer digital health company based in Mountain View, California, that focuses on providing integrated solutions for individuals with chronic conditions, particularly diabetes. Founded in 2008, Livongo combines advanced technology with personalized coaching to empower users in managing their health. Its platform includes cellular-connected devices and data-driven insights, facilitating real-time support for diabetes management while also addressing hypertension, prediabetes, weight management, and behavioral health. Livongo serves a diverse clientele, including employers, health plans, government entities, and labor unions, aiming to improve both clinical outcomes and user experience in chronic disease management. In 2020, Livongo became a subsidiary of Teladoc Health, further expanding its reach in the healthcare market.

Livongo

Series C in 2016
Livongo Health, Inc. is a consumer digital health company based in Mountain View, California, that focuses on providing integrated solutions for individuals with chronic conditions, particularly diabetes. Founded in 2008, Livongo combines advanced technology with personalized coaching to empower users in managing their health. Its platform includes cellular-connected devices and data-driven insights, facilitating real-time support for diabetes management while also addressing hypertension, prediabetes, weight management, and behavioral health. Livongo serves a diverse clientele, including employers, health plans, government entities, and labor unions, aiming to improve both clinical outcomes and user experience in chronic disease management. In 2020, Livongo became a subsidiary of Teladoc Health, further expanding its reach in the healthcare market.

ServiceMax

Series F in 2015
ServiceMax, Inc. specializes in cloud-based field service software solutions designed to enhance the management of service operations across various industries, including life sciences, industrial manufacturing, oil and gas, and telecommunications. The company's platform includes features such as work order management, scheduling, inventory management, contract management, and analytics, enabling businesses to improve efficiency and customer service. ServiceMax is recognized as a leader in Service Execution Management, a sector that encompasses both Field Service Management and Asset Service Management. The solutions provided by ServiceMax help organizations streamline their service processes, increase productivity, and enhance customer experiences. Additionally, the company offers professional services and support to ensure optimal implementation and operation of its software. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Pleasanton, California, ServiceMax maintains a global presence with offices in several countries, including the United Kingdom, Japan, India, Singapore, Australia, and the Middle East.

AOptix

Series F in 2015
AOptix Technologies, Inc. specializes in free space optical communications and iris biometrics identification solutions for both government and commercial sectors. The company develops advanced biometric iris recognition systems and high-bandwidth laser communication technologies, which are employed in various applications including border security, national ID cards, aviation security, and access control. AOptix’s products support defense operations by facilitating network-centric communication among ground and air nodes, and they are also utilized in commercial settings such as outdoor sporting events and wireless ad-hoc networks. The company's wireless fiber technology offers a robust combination of bandwidth, reliability, and distance, catering to the needs of the telecommunications industry.

Livongo

Series B in 2015
Livongo Health, Inc. is a consumer digital health company based in Mountain View, California, that focuses on providing integrated solutions for individuals with chronic conditions, particularly diabetes. Founded in 2008, Livongo combines advanced technology with personalized coaching to empower users in managing their health. Its platform includes cellular-connected devices and data-driven insights, facilitating real-time support for diabetes management while also addressing hypertension, prediabetes, weight management, and behavioral health. Livongo serves a diverse clientele, including employers, health plans, government entities, and labor unions, aiming to improve both clinical outcomes and user experience in chronic disease management. In 2020, Livongo became a subsidiary of Teladoc Health, further expanding its reach in the healthcare market.

Truecaller

Series C in 2014
Truecaller AB is a mobile application that enhances the user experience by facilitating contact verification and blocking unwanted communications. It allows users to identify incoming calls, expand their contact lists, and connect with individuals they wish to reach. The platform aims to foster safe and relevant interactions, making it easier for businesses to engage with consumers while protecting users from spam and unwanted solicitations. By streamlining communication, Truecaller contributes to a smarter mobile environment for its users.

Teladoc

Series C in 2014
Teladoc is a virtual health provider that modernizes healthcare access and experiences through its telehealth platform, enabling on-demand healthcare via mobile devices, the internet, video, and phone. The company offers integrated clinical solutions, including telehealth services, expert medical opinions, and remote patient monitoring programs for chronic care management. Teladoc operates in two primary segments: Health Integrated Care and BetterHelp. It generates revenue predominantly from subscription-based access fees, supplemented by visit fees and equipment rentals to healthcare systems. With a workforce of over 2,000 employees, Teladoc delivers care in 125 countries and more than 20 languages, collaborating with employers, hospitals, health systems, and insurers to enhance care delivery and improve health outcomes globally.

ServiceMax

Series E in 2014
ServiceMax, Inc. specializes in cloud-based field service software solutions designed to enhance the management of service operations across various industries, including life sciences, industrial manufacturing, oil and gas, and telecommunications. The company's platform includes features such as work order management, scheduling, inventory management, contract management, and analytics, enabling businesses to improve efficiency and customer service. ServiceMax is recognized as a leader in Service Execution Management, a sector that encompasses both Field Service Management and Asset Service Management. The solutions provided by ServiceMax help organizations streamline their service processes, increase productivity, and enhance customer experiences. Additionally, the company offers professional services and support to ensure optimal implementation and operation of its software. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Pleasanton, California, ServiceMax maintains a global presence with offices in several countries, including the United Kingdom, Japan, India, Singapore, Australia, and the Middle East.

AOptix

Series E in 2012
AOptix Technologies, Inc. specializes in free space optical communications and iris biometrics identification solutions for both government and commercial sectors. The company develops advanced biometric iris recognition systems and high-bandwidth laser communication technologies, which are employed in various applications including border security, national ID cards, aviation security, and access control. AOptix’s products support defense operations by facilitating network-centric communication among ground and air nodes, and they are also utilized in commercial settings such as outdoor sporting events and wireless ad-hoc networks. The company's wireless fiber technology offers a robust combination of bandwidth, reliability, and distance, catering to the needs of the telecommunications industry.

Teladoc

Series A in 2011
Teladoc is a virtual health provider that modernizes healthcare access and experiences through its telehealth platform, enabling on-demand healthcare via mobile devices, the internet, video, and phone. The company offers integrated clinical solutions, including telehealth services, expert medical opinions, and remote patient monitoring programs for chronic care management. Teladoc operates in two primary segments: Health Integrated Care and BetterHelp. It generates revenue predominantly from subscription-based access fees, supplemented by visit fees and equipment rentals to healthcare systems. With a workforce of over 2,000 employees, Teladoc delivers care in 125 countries and more than 20 languages, collaborating with employers, hospitals, health systems, and insurers to enhance care delivery and improve health outcomes globally.

Stoke

Series E in 2011
Stoke develops carrier-class mobile broadband gateways specifically engineered to enable mobile and converged network operators to maximize the economic returns of their 3G mobile networks.

SS8 Networks

Series B in 2010
SS8 Networks, Inc. specializes in providing network compliance solutions for communications providers globally, focusing on lawful intelligence gathering. The company offers several key products, including Xcipio, a mediation tool for lawful intercept that connects telecommunications networks with law enforcement and government agencies; BreachDetect, which aids in detecting data breaches; and Intellego, an application for real-time monitoring and analysis of criminal Internet communications. Additionally, SS8 Networks provides the Xcipio Probe, designed to access communications content across complex network architectures with advanced search and security features. The company's solutions serve various markets, including enterprise security, law enforcement, telecommunications, and government sectors. Founded in 1999, SS8 Networks is headquartered in Milpitas, California.

SS8 Networks

Venture Round in 2009
SS8 Networks, Inc. specializes in providing network compliance solutions for communications providers globally, focusing on lawful intelligence gathering. The company offers several key products, including Xcipio, a mediation tool for lawful intercept that connects telecommunications networks with law enforcement and government agencies; BreachDetect, which aids in detecting data breaches; and Intellego, an application for real-time monitoring and analysis of criminal Internet communications. Additionally, SS8 Networks provides the Xcipio Probe, designed to access communications content across complex network architectures with advanced search and security features. The company's solutions serve various markets, including enterprise security, law enforcement, telecommunications, and government sectors. Founded in 1999, SS8 Networks is headquartered in Milpitas, California.

Stoke

Series D in 2009
Stoke develops carrier-class mobile broadband gateways specifically engineered to enable mobile and converged network operators to maximize the economic returns of their 3G mobile networks.

AOptix

Series D in 2009
AOptix Technologies, Inc. specializes in free space optical communications and iris biometrics identification solutions for both government and commercial sectors. The company develops advanced biometric iris recognition systems and high-bandwidth laser communication technologies, which are employed in various applications including border security, national ID cards, aviation security, and access control. AOptix’s products support defense operations by facilitating network-centric communication among ground and air nodes, and they are also utilized in commercial settings such as outdoor sporting events and wireless ad-hoc networks. The company's wireless fiber technology offers a robust combination of bandwidth, reliability, and distance, catering to the needs of the telecommunications industry.

Universtar Science & Technology

Series B in 2008
Universtar Science & Technology (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. is a high-tech enterprise focused on the research and development of environmental protection monitoring products. Recognized by the People's Government of Shenzhen Municipality, the company employs advanced telecommunications, network technologies, and automation control within the environmental protection sector. Universtar integrates information technology, chemical engineering, and precision instrumentation to enhance its offerings. The company has established various departments and centers dedicated to environmental protection equipment, system integration, engineering, and research and development. Additionally, Universtar manages pollution-processing projects and develops monitoring systems for environmental initiatives. With a robust infrastructure that includes 24 branches and 82 operation centers, the company supports its services with comprehensive after-sales systems.

WildBlue Communications

Private Equity Round in 2008
WildBlue Communications is a provider of high-speed satellite Internet access services in the United States. Since its establishment in 2009 as a subsidiary of ViaSat, the company has focused on delivering broadband connectivity to residential and small business customers, particularly in areas where traditional terrestrial broadband options are limited or unavailable. WildBlue's services cater to home users and small offices, ensuring that they have reliable Internet access in underserved communities.

RGB Networks

Series D in 2008
RGB Networks, Inc. specializes in network video processing solutions, offering a range of products designed to enhance video delivery and monetization for service providers. The company's video intelligence architecture (VIA) includes various solutions such as broadcast network processors for managing video content, dynamic bandwidth managers for personalized video services, and modular media converters for efficient data transfer. Additionally, RGB's offerings encompass IPTV solutions for internet protocol-based video services, simulcast edge processors for digital decoding applications, and scalable modulators for digital QAM modulation. These technologies enable multiple system operators and video service providers to efficiently implement and manage switched digital networks, facilitating the delivery of live and on-demand video across multiple platforms.

Borqs Technologies

Series A in 2008
Borqs Technologies is a high-tech company providing intelligent terminal software platforms and end-to-end service platform solutions for operators, terminal manufacturers, and chip manufacturers in the global mobile internet industry. Borqs Technologies specializes in the development and industrialized promotion of holistic solutions for the mobile Internet terminal basic infrastructure software, application software, and end-to-end software. Established in September 2007, the company has 600 personnel in Borqs, more than 90% of whom are technical and 50% of whom have a master’s degree, along with a 70% engineer population with more than 5 years of experience in research and development. The core members of the team mainly comes from terminal designers and manufacturers, providers of switching technology, internet service providers, software and hardware manufacturers and other global enterprises. The core members of the team mainly comes from terminal designers and manufacturers, providers of switching technology, internet service providers, software and hardware manufacturers and other global enterprises. The management team of Borqs consists of domestic and international experts in wireless communications, telecommunications, and semiconductor industries.

AOptix

Venture Round in 2008
AOptix Technologies, Inc. specializes in free space optical communications and iris biometrics identification solutions for both government and commercial sectors. The company develops advanced biometric iris recognition systems and high-bandwidth laser communication technologies, which are employed in various applications including border security, national ID cards, aviation security, and access control. AOptix’s products support defense operations by facilitating network-centric communication among ground and air nodes, and they are also utilized in commercial settings such as outdoor sporting events and wireless ad-hoc networks. The company's wireless fiber technology offers a robust combination of bandwidth, reliability, and distance, catering to the needs of the telecommunications industry.

Universtar Science & Technology

Series A in 2007
Universtar Science & Technology (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. is a high-tech enterprise focused on the research and development of environmental protection monitoring products. Recognized by the People's Government of Shenzhen Municipality, the company employs advanced telecommunications, network technologies, and automation control within the environmental protection sector. Universtar integrates information technology, chemical engineering, and precision instrumentation to enhance its offerings. The company has established various departments and centers dedicated to environmental protection equipment, system integration, engineering, and research and development. Additionally, Universtar manages pollution-processing projects and develops monitoring systems for environmental initiatives. With a robust infrastructure that includes 24 branches and 82 operation centers, the company supports its services with comprehensive after-sales systems.

Veraz Networks

Venture Round in 2007
Veraz Networks, Inc. specializes in providing voice infrastructure solutions for both wireline and wireless service providers. The company offers a range of products, including bandwidth optimization tools, media gateways, session bandwidth optimizers, and digital circuit multiplication equipment. Its switching products, based on the Internet protocol multimedia subsystem, facilitate the management of data and voice traffic over both time-division multiplexing and IP networks. In addition to its hardware offerings, Veraz Networks provides maintenance, support, installation, training, and other professional services to ensure effective deployment and operation of its solutions. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company sells its products through a combination of direct sales and indirect sales channels.

Stoke

Series C in 2007
Stoke develops carrier-class mobile broadband gateways specifically engineered to enable mobile and converged network operators to maximize the economic returns of their 3G mobile networks.

Quorum Systems

Series C in 2006
Quorum Systems is a fabless semiconductor company focused on developing and delivering highly integrated single-chip CMOS radio frequency (RF) transceivers for all of the standards that are being used in today's advanced mobile handset devices.

SS8 Networks

Series A in 2006
SS8 Networks, Inc. specializes in providing network compliance solutions for communications providers globally, focusing on lawful intelligence gathering. The company offers several key products, including Xcipio, a mediation tool for lawful intercept that connects telecommunications networks with law enforcement and government agencies; BreachDetect, which aids in detecting data breaches; and Intellego, an application for real-time monitoring and analysis of criminal Internet communications. Additionally, SS8 Networks provides the Xcipio Probe, designed to access communications content across complex network architectures with advanced search and security features. The company's solutions serve various markets, including enterprise security, law enforcement, telecommunications, and government sectors. Founded in 1999, SS8 Networks is headquartered in Milpitas, California.

Scintera Networks

Series C in 2006
Scintera Networks specializes in high-frequency signal-processing technology designed to enhance the measurement, modification, and monitoring of radio frequency (RF) signals and systems. The company has developed a programmable analog signal processing platform that significantly improves performance and reduces power consumption compared to traditional digital signal processing (DSP) platforms. This innovative solution, built on a standard CMOS process, eliminates the need for costly, power-intensive, and performance-reducing analog-to-digital converters. By integrating digital programmability with the efficiency of analog circuit processing, Scintera's products provide cellular and network companies with substantial advancements in performance, resilience, management, and cost-effectiveness for optical networks.

RGB Networks

Series C in 2006
RGB Networks, Inc. specializes in network video processing solutions, offering a range of products designed to enhance video delivery and monetization for service providers. The company's video intelligence architecture (VIA) includes various solutions such as broadcast network processors for managing video content, dynamic bandwidth managers for personalized video services, and modular media converters for efficient data transfer. Additionally, RGB's offerings encompass IPTV solutions for internet protocol-based video services, simulcast edge processors for digital decoding applications, and scalable modulators for digital QAM modulation. These technologies enable multiple system operators and video service providers to efficiently implement and manage switched digital networks, facilitating the delivery of live and on-demand video across multiple platforms.

Infinera

Series G in 2006
Infinera Corporation is a global supplier of optical transport networking equipment, software, and services, specializing in photonic integration technology. The company's product offerings include modular and sled-based platforms, coherent optical transport systems, and packet transport platforms designed for a variety of network applications. Infinera's digital transport node system leverages photonic integrated circuits to enable efficient management and processing of data, supporting high-capacity optical networks. Its solutions cater to telecommunications service providers, internet content providers, cable operators, and large enterprises, among others. In addition to hardware, Infinera provides a range of support services, including technical support, installation, and professional services, to ensure optimal performance of its products. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, Infinera has established itself as a leader in the optical networking space.

IP Unity

Series F in 2005
IP Unity delivers a carrier grade services platform for enhanced voice and telephony applications over ATM, TDM and VoIP Networks. The company's media servers, applications servers, enhanced service applications, and application partners allow customers to quickly and cost effectively offer new services associated with next generation networks while protecting their investment in legacy systems.

Kodiak Networks

Series B in 2005
Kodiak Networks® provides wireless operators with a comprehensive mobile solutions portfolio promoting community/group-based communications. Kodiak enables CDMA, GSM and UMTS carriers around the world to offer innovative mobile voice services via the Kodiak Connected Portfolio. The Kodiak Connected Portfolio is comprised of an integrated mobile applications suite as well as client-based and clientless user interfaces for Open OS and embedded devices. The Portfolio components are based on the Kodiak Real Time Exchange (RTX), a flexible, standards-based, multi-generational IMS-compliant platform, which scales from independent operators to multinational carriers utilizing 2G or 3G wireless networks. Kodiak offers integrated mobile applications including Conferencing, Messaging, Presence and Contact Management, and Push to Talk (PTT).

Stoke

Series B in 2005
Stoke develops carrier-class mobile broadband gateways specifically engineered to enable mobile and converged network operators to maximize the economic returns of their 3G mobile networks.

AOptix

Series B in 2005
AOptix Technologies, Inc. specializes in free space optical communications and iris biometrics identification solutions for both government and commercial sectors. The company develops advanced biometric iris recognition systems and high-bandwidth laser communication technologies, which are employed in various applications including border security, national ID cards, aviation security, and access control. AOptix’s products support defense operations by facilitating network-centric communication among ground and air nodes, and they are also utilized in commercial settings such as outdoor sporting events and wireless ad-hoc networks. The company's wireless fiber technology offers a robust combination of bandwidth, reliability, and distance, catering to the needs of the telecommunications industry.

RGB Networks

Series B in 2005
RGB Networks, Inc. specializes in network video processing solutions, offering a range of products designed to enhance video delivery and monetization for service providers. The company's video intelligence architecture (VIA) includes various solutions such as broadcast network processors for managing video content, dynamic bandwidth managers for personalized video services, and modular media converters for efficient data transfer. Additionally, RGB's offerings encompass IPTV solutions for internet protocol-based video services, simulcast edge processors for digital decoding applications, and scalable modulators for digital QAM modulation. These technologies enable multiple system operators and video service providers to efficiently implement and manage switched digital networks, facilitating the delivery of live and on-demand video across multiple platforms.

IP Unity

Series E in 2004
IP Unity delivers a carrier grade services platform for enhanced voice and telephony applications over ATM, TDM and VoIP Networks. The company's media servers, applications servers, enhanced service applications, and application partners allow customers to quickly and cost effectively offer new services associated with next generation networks while protecting their investment in legacy systems.

Infinera

Series E in 2004
Infinera Corporation is a global supplier of optical transport networking equipment, software, and services, specializing in photonic integration technology. The company's product offerings include modular and sled-based platforms, coherent optical transport systems, and packet transport platforms designed for a variety of network applications. Infinera's digital transport node system leverages photonic integrated circuits to enable efficient management and processing of data, supporting high-capacity optical networks. Its solutions cater to telecommunications service providers, internet content providers, cable operators, and large enterprises, among others. In addition to hardware, Infinera provides a range of support services, including technical support, installation, and professional services, to ensure optimal performance of its products. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, Infinera has established itself as a leader in the optical networking space.

Quorum Systems

Series A in 2004
Quorum Systems is a fabless semiconductor company focused on developing and delivering highly integrated single-chip CMOS radio frequency (RF) transceivers for all of the standards that are being used in today's advanced mobile handset devices.

Scintera Networks

Series B in 2004
Scintera Networks specializes in high-frequency signal-processing technology designed to enhance the measurement, modification, and monitoring of radio frequency (RF) signals and systems. The company has developed a programmable analog signal processing platform that significantly improves performance and reduces power consumption compared to traditional digital signal processing (DSP) platforms. This innovative solution, built on a standard CMOS process, eliminates the need for costly, power-intensive, and performance-reducing analog-to-digital converters. By integrating digital programmability with the efficiency of analog circuit processing, Scintera's products provide cellular and network companies with substantial advancements in performance, resilience, management, and cost-effectiveness for optical networks.

IP Unity

Series D in 2003
IP Unity delivers a carrier grade services platform for enhanced voice and telephony applications over ATM, TDM and VoIP Networks. The company's media servers, applications servers, enhanced service applications, and application partners allow customers to quickly and cost effectively offer new services associated with next generation networks while protecting their investment in legacy systems.

Infinera

Series D in 2003
Infinera Corporation is a global supplier of optical transport networking equipment, software, and services, specializing in photonic integration technology. The company's product offerings include modular and sled-based platforms, coherent optical transport systems, and packet transport platforms designed for a variety of network applications. Infinera's digital transport node system leverages photonic integrated circuits to enable efficient management and processing of data, supporting high-capacity optical networks. Its solutions cater to telecommunications service providers, internet content providers, cable operators, and large enterprises, among others. In addition to hardware, Infinera provides a range of support services, including technical support, installation, and professional services, to ensure optimal performance of its products. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, Infinera has established itself as a leader in the optical networking space.

Veraz Networks

Series A in 2003
Veraz Networks, Inc. specializes in providing voice infrastructure solutions for both wireline and wireless service providers. The company offers a range of products, including bandwidth optimization tools, media gateways, session bandwidth optimizers, and digital circuit multiplication equipment. Its switching products, based on the Internet protocol multimedia subsystem, facilitate the management of data and voice traffic over both time-division multiplexing and IP networks. In addition to its hardware offerings, Veraz Networks provides maintenance, support, installation, training, and other professional services to ensure effective deployment and operation of its solutions. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company sells its products through a combination of direct sales and indirect sales channels.

WildBlue Communications

Venture Round in 2002
WildBlue Communications is a provider of high-speed satellite Internet access services in the United States. Since its establishment in 2009 as a subsidiary of ViaSat, the company has focused on delivering broadband connectivity to residential and small business customers, particularly in areas where traditional terrestrial broadband options are limited or unavailable. WildBlue's services cater to home users and small offices, ensuring that they have reliable Internet access in underserved communities.

Infinera

Series C in 2002
Infinera Corporation is a global supplier of optical transport networking equipment, software, and services, specializing in photonic integration technology. The company's product offerings include modular and sled-based platforms, coherent optical transport systems, and packet transport platforms designed for a variety of network applications. Infinera's digital transport node system leverages photonic integrated circuits to enable efficient management and processing of data, supporting high-capacity optical networks. Its solutions cater to telecommunications service providers, internet content providers, cable operators, and large enterprises, among others. In addition to hardware, Infinera provides a range of support services, including technical support, installation, and professional services, to ensure optimal performance of its products. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, Infinera has established itself as a leader in the optical networking space.

Infinera

Series B in 2002
Infinera Corporation is a global supplier of optical transport networking equipment, software, and services, specializing in photonic integration technology. The company's product offerings include modular and sled-based platforms, coherent optical transport systems, and packet transport platforms designed for a variety of network applications. Infinera's digital transport node system leverages photonic integrated circuits to enable efficient management and processing of data, supporting high-capacity optical networks. Its solutions cater to telecommunications service providers, internet content providers, cable operators, and large enterprises, among others. In addition to hardware, Infinera provides a range of support services, including technical support, installation, and professional services, to ensure optimal performance of its products. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, Infinera has established itself as a leader in the optical networking space.

IP Unity

Series D in 2002
IP Unity delivers a carrier grade services platform for enhanced voice and telephony applications over ATM, TDM and VoIP Networks. The company's media servers, applications servers, enhanced service applications, and application partners allow customers to quickly and cost effectively offer new services associated with next generation networks while protecting their investment in legacy systems.

Iolon

Series C in 2002
Iolon, Inc. is a privately held company specializing in optical networking components. It develops high-performance tunable devices designed for advanced fiber optic networks. The company's initial offering is a high-powered, external cavity tunable laser source suitable for high bit rate and long-haul applications. Iolon plans to expand its product range to include tunable filters, optical switches, polarization controllers, spectral monitors, and universal transponders. The technology platform employed by Iolon supports advanced automation for high-volume manufacturing and is based on patented micro-optics, MEMS, and sophisticated servo control technologies. Their products are utilized by customers in various applications, including the transmission, monitoring, and reception of optical signals, as well as in testing and measurement equipment.

SmartPipes

Series D in 2002
In October 1999, the Company, SmartPipes, Inc., was formed to establish this global network IP Services infrastructure required to enable the B2B Internet Economy

AOptix

Series B in 2002
AOptix Technologies, Inc. specializes in free space optical communications and iris biometrics identification solutions for both government and commercial sectors. The company develops advanced biometric iris recognition systems and high-bandwidth laser communication technologies, which are employed in various applications including border security, national ID cards, aviation security, and access control. AOptix’s products support defense operations by facilitating network-centric communication among ground and air nodes, and they are also utilized in commercial settings such as outdoor sporting events and wireless ad-hoc networks. The company's wireless fiber technology offers a robust combination of bandwidth, reliability, and distance, catering to the needs of the telecommunications industry.

SmartPipes

Series C in 2001
In October 1999, the Company, SmartPipes, Inc., was formed to establish this global network IP Services infrastructure required to enable the B2B Internet Economy

Infinera

Series A in 2001
Infinera Corporation is a global supplier of optical transport networking equipment, software, and services, specializing in photonic integration technology. The company's product offerings include modular and sled-based platforms, coherent optical transport systems, and packet transport platforms designed for a variety of network applications. Infinera's digital transport node system leverages photonic integrated circuits to enable efficient management and processing of data, supporting high-capacity optical networks. Its solutions cater to telecommunications service providers, internet content providers, cable operators, and large enterprises, among others. In addition to hardware, Infinera provides a range of support services, including technical support, installation, and professional services, to ensure optimal performance of its products. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, Infinera has established itself as a leader in the optical networking space.

Iolon

Series B in 2001
Iolon, Inc. is a privately held company specializing in optical networking components. It develops high-performance tunable devices designed for advanced fiber optic networks. The company's initial offering is a high-powered, external cavity tunable laser source suitable for high bit rate and long-haul applications. Iolon plans to expand its product range to include tunable filters, optical switches, polarization controllers, spectral monitors, and universal transponders. The technology platform employed by Iolon supports advanced automation for high-volume manufacturing and is based on patented micro-optics, MEMS, and sophisticated servo control technologies. Their products are utilized by customers in various applications, including the transmission, monitoring, and reception of optical signals, as well as in testing and measurement equipment.

AOptix

Series A in 2000
AOptix Technologies, Inc. specializes in free space optical communications and iris biometrics identification solutions for both government and commercial sectors. The company develops advanced biometric iris recognition systems and high-bandwidth laser communication technologies, which are employed in various applications including border security, national ID cards, aviation security, and access control. AOptix’s products support defense operations by facilitating network-centric communication among ground and air nodes, and they are also utilized in commercial settings such as outdoor sporting events and wireless ad-hoc networks. The company's wireless fiber technology offers a robust combination of bandwidth, reliability, and distance, catering to the needs of the telecommunications industry.

ipVerse

Series C in 2000
ipVerse provides software-based switches that enables service providers to deliver new, converged voice-data services over packet-based wireline and wireless networks. The ipVerse ControlSwitch is a carrier-class application and call control platform that offers traditional toll, tandem, and local voice services, as well as new, converged voice-data services. ipVerse was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California.

IP Unity

Series B in 2000
IP Unity delivers a carrier grade services platform for enhanced voice and telephony applications over ATM, TDM and VoIP Networks. The company's media servers, applications servers, enhanced service applications, and application partners allow customers to quickly and cost effectively offer new services associated with next generation networks while protecting their investment in legacy systems.

WildBlue Communications

Venture Round in 2000
WildBlue Communications is a provider of high-speed satellite Internet access services in the United States. Since its establishment in 2009 as a subsidiary of ViaSat, the company has focused on delivering broadband connectivity to residential and small business customers, particularly in areas where traditional terrestrial broadband options are limited or unavailable. WildBlue's services cater to home users and small offices, ensuring that they have reliable Internet access in underserved communities.

Teloquent Communications

Venture Round in 2000
Teloquent Communications is a provider of virtual call center solutions that cater to businesses and professionals by facilitating customer interactions through both web and traditional telephone channels. Established in June 1989 and located in Billerica, Massachusetts, the company specializes in integrating voice, data, video, and web inquiries to enhance communication efficiency. Teloquent Communications also develops software solutions for call center networking, virtual offices, and telecommuting, addressing the diverse needs of modern customer service environments. In December 2003, the company was acquired by Syntellect, expanding its capabilities and reach in the industry.

Zaffire

Series C in 2000
Zaffire, Inc. is an optical networking company focused on transforming the economic model for metro and regional service providers. By developing next-generation optical services networking systems, Zaffire addresses the critical transport challenges faced by its customers. The company's innovative technology is designed with a commercial perspective, enabling service providers to gain a significant competitive edge in the marketplace. Supported by leading investors and a strong management team, Zaffire is well-positioned to become a key player in the optical networking sector.

Vertical Networks

Venture Round in 2000
Vertical Networks is a distributor of IP-PBX software and communications solutions for branch offices and stores, delivers customizable solutions to several industries, including financial services, healthcare, publishing, and retail.

Zaffire

Series B in 2000
Zaffire, Inc. is an optical networking company focused on transforming the economic model for metro and regional service providers. By developing next-generation optical services networking systems, Zaffire addresses the critical transport challenges faced by its customers. The company's innovative technology is designed with a commercial perspective, enabling service providers to gain a significant competitive edge in the marketplace. Supported by leading investors and a strong management team, Zaffire is well-positioned to become a key player in the optical networking sector.

WildBlue

Series B in 2000
WildBlue Communications, Inc. provides broadband Internet access to consumers and small offices in rural areas throughout the contiguous United States.

Siara Systems

Series B in 1999
Siara Systems, Inc. is a provider of next-generation IP over SONET solutions aimed at carrying both traditional and IP-based services.

Calico Commerce

Debt Financing in 1998
Calico Commerce specializes in developing business software solutions for e-commerce, offering a range of products designed to facilitate online sales. Their suite includes tools like Calico Advisor, Calico Network Advisor, MarketMaker, Price Point, and Loyalty Builder, which assist companies in selling complex goods and services over the internet. Founded in 1994 and based in Burlingame, California, Calico Commerce serves various industries including telecommunications, financial services, retail, and manufacturing. Its eSales Suite supports businesses by guiding customers through the buying process across multiple selling channels, such as online platforms, resellers, and call centers, thereby enhancing sales efficiency.

Extreme Networks

Series B in 1997
Extreme Networks, based in Santa Clara, California, is a company established in 1996 that specializes in designing, developing, and manufacturing advanced Ethernet solutions for network connectivity and IP-based communications. The company offers a range of products, including wired, wireless, and software-defined wide area-network (SD-WAN) infrastructure equipment, as well as cloud-based network management solutions. Its cloud platform provides unified management for various network components, such as wireless access points and switches. Extreme Networks operates primarily in the network infrastructure segment and generates approximately half of its revenue from the Americas, with the remainder coming from Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia-Pacific.

Calico Commerce

Venture Round in 1997
Calico Commerce specializes in developing business software solutions for e-commerce, offering a range of products designed to facilitate online sales. Their suite includes tools like Calico Advisor, Calico Network Advisor, MarketMaker, Price Point, and Loyalty Builder, which assist companies in selling complex goods and services over the internet. Founded in 1994 and based in Burlingame, California, Calico Commerce serves various industries including telecommunications, financial services, retail, and manufacturing. Its eSales Suite supports businesses by guiding customers through the buying process across multiple selling channels, such as online platforms, resellers, and call centers, thereby enhancing sales efficiency.

VeriSign

Series B in 1996
Verisign operates the infrastructure for the .com, .net, .tv, .cc, .name, .jobs, .edu and .gov top-level domains, as well as two of the world’s 13 Internet root servers A and J, managing and protecting the DNS infrastructure for some 121 million domain names and processing more than 77 billion Internet queries daily. Verisign’s infrastructure assurance services, including Managed DNS, DDoS Protection and iDefense Security Intelligence, help to ensure online businesses are as available as the Web itself.

Juniper Networks

Pre Seed Round in 1996
Juniper Networks develops and sells products and services, which together provide its customers with network infrastructure. It aims to create innovative products and solutions that meet the growing demands of the connected world.
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