Lightspeed Venture Partners

Lightspeed Venture Partners is a global venture capital firm that backs startups across enterprise software, consumer technologies, fintech, healthtech, and cleantech from seed through growth stages. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Menlo Park, California, it maintains offices in Beijing, Shanghai, New Delhi, and Herzliya to engage markets in the United States, Asia, and Israel. The firm focuses on technology-enabled businesses and has supported companies across software, mobile, data, e-commerce, and services, spanning early-stage to expansion rounds. It offers strategic guidance, network access, and capital, and has historically included debt financing as part of its investment approach. With a multi-region footprint and a broad multi-stage mandate, Lightspeed seeks to partner with entrepreneurs to scale innovative companies globally.

Shaurya Aggarwal

Partner

Vaibhav Agrawal

Associate Partner

James Alcorn

Partner

Moritz Baier-Lentz

Partner and Head of Gaming

Mercedes Bent

Partner

Past deals in Electronics

Zhefei Aviation

Angel Round in 2025
Zhefei Aviation specializes in providing airworthy avionics, including the IVOS flight control software system and the EPS energy system.

Chuangrui Spectrum

Seed Round in 2024
Chuangrui Spectrum specializes in the design and manufacture of time-resolved spectroscopy devices and equipment. Chuangrui Spectrum focuses mainly on research and development, as well as the manufacture and marketing of high-end scientific research equipment.

InventChip Technology

Series B in 2023
InventChip Technology, established in 2017 and headquartered in Shanghai, China, specializes in the development and production of silicon carbide (SiC) power devices and driver/control ICs. The company offers power conversion solutions, including SiC power devices, SiC driver ICs, SiC power modules, and controllers, catering to diverse applications such as wind inverters, industrial power supplies, electric vehicles (EVs), motor drives, charging piles, and more. Its products are used in sectors like EV and chargers, data centers, renewable energy, consumer electronics, and industry.

Jinjing Keji

Series A in 2022
Jinjing Keji manufactures cathode fluorescence system products. They are mainly in scientific research institutes, semiconductor industry, and electron microscope manufacturing. They provide testing services too in addition to selling the product.

Jade Bird Display

Series A in 2022
Jade Bird Display (Shanghai) Limited is a manufacturer based in Shanghai, China, specializing in the development and production of micro-LED display chips and panels. Founded in 2015, the company focuses on research and development to create the smallest, brightest, and most efficient micro-display solutions. Its products are designed for various applications, including augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), head-up displays (HUD), projectors, weapon sights, 3D printing, and microscopes. By providing ultra-compact micro-display panels, Jade Bird Display enables original equipment manufacturers to enhance user experience in AR and VR hardware, offering improved comfort, outdoor readability, and extended operating times between charges. The company also maintains an office in Hong Kong to support its operations.

Yuanfang Youguang

Seed Round in 2022
Stoke Voltaics is an outdoor 3C hardware design and development company that develops and sells outdoor 3C hardware products globally.

MKSEMI

Series A in 2022
MKSEMI is a low-power ultra-wideband (UWB) company, provides a complete high precision location solution for device OEMs and ODMs.

BMSer Technoogy

Series B in 2021
Hangzhou BMSer Technology Co., Ltd., founded in 2012 and headquartered in Hangzhou, China, specializes in the development of battery management systems (BMS) with a focus on new energy solutions. The company operates under the principles of advanced technology and high quality, aiming to deliver efficient energy management and maintenance solutions. With a commitment to innovation, BMSer Technology has secured numerous intellectual property rights, including 19 invention patents, 22 utility model patents, and 24 software copyrights. The firm has developed a range of BMS products for various applications, including electric vehicles, energy storage systems, and backup power supplies. Its battery active balance management system is recognized for its innovative design and performance. BMSer Technology collaborates with major battery manufacturers and electric vehicle companies, fostering extensive partnerships within the industry. Additionally, the company has established a research and development presence in Silicon Valley, enhancing its capacity for technological advancement and market responsiveness.

Phase Four

Seed Round in 2018
Founded in 2015, Phase Four specializes in developing electric propulsion systems for small satellites. Its signature product is the Radio Frequency Thruster (RFT), which offers significant cost savings, reduced size, and propellant flexibility while maintaining high performance. The company's solutions enable clients to maneuver satellites into various orbits economically.

PrecisioNext

Angel Round in 2018
PrecisioNext is a platform-based company in the equipment sector that can support intelligent industrial upgrading and offers valuable industry partners solutions and products like semiconductor equipment, controllers, and drivers. To ensure on-time product delivery, machining, assembly, and testing formed a supply chain.

Hanshow Technology

Series B in 2017
Hanshow Technology specializes in connected commerce solutions, utilizing its electronic gondola label (EEG) technology. With a dedicated R&D team of over 140 employees, they have installed comprehensive EEG systems worldwide, covering the entire supply chain.

Athos

Series C in 2015
Athos develops smart fitness apparel that monitors biosignals during workouts. It translates this data into actionable insights for athletes and coaches, enhancing training efficiency and performance.

Link_A_ Media

Venture Round in 2012
Link_A_Media Devices (LAMD) is the new leader in developing and manufacturing custom System-on-Chip (SOC) solutions for peripheral data storage devices, which include hard disk drives (HDDs) and solid-state-drives (SSDs). The SoC solution integrates the Read/Write Channel, disk controller functions, microprocessor(s) and memories, and servo processing for HDD application on a single chip.

Link_A_ Media

Series D in 2011
Link_A_Media Devices (LAMD) is the new leader in developing and manufacturing custom System-on-Chip (SOC) solutions for peripheral data storage devices, which include hard disk drives (HDDs) and solid-state-drives (SSDs). The SoC solution integrates the Read/Write Channel, disk controller functions, microprocessor(s) and memories, and servo processing for HDD application on a single chip.

Pliant Technology

Venture Round in 2010
Pliant Technology specializes in developing advanced solid state drive storage devices tailored for the enterprise computing market, particularly through its innovative Enterprise Flash Drives (EFDs). These drives are engineered to integrate seamlessly into existing enterprise information systems, enhancing performance, reliability, energy efficiency, and total cost of ownership for data center storage. Pliant's EFDs cater to data-intensive applications across various sectors, including finance, e-commerce, and video on demand. By significantly outperforming traditional hard drives and consumer solid state storage devices, Pliant's solutions allow enterprise data centers to achieve greater operational efficiency with reduced costs, energy consumption, and physical space requirements. The company's technology, grounded in a proprietary ASIC design and advanced software architecture, redefines the storage paradigm while supporting environmental sustainability goals. Founded by a team of industry veterans from prominent companies, Pliant Technology leverages extensive expertise to drive innovation in the data storage landscape.

Link_A_ Media

Series C in 2009
Link_A_Media Devices (LAMD) is the new leader in developing and manufacturing custom System-on-Chip (SOC) solutions for peripheral data storage devices, which include hard disk drives (HDDs) and solid-state-drives (SSDs). The SoC solution integrates the Read/Write Channel, disk controller functions, microprocessor(s) and memories, and servo processing for HDD application on a single chip.

Unity Semiconductor

Series C in 2009
Unity Semiconductor is a developer and manufacturer of advanced memory storage products, specializing in non-volatile storage-class memory solutions. The company's innovative offerings utilize multi-layer memory array architectures and proprietary memory cell technology to deliver high-performance data storage options. Unity's products are designed for various applications, including notebook and net-book solid state drives (SSDs) and high-performance enterprise SSDs. Additionally, the company serves a diverse range of industries, providing memory solutions for manufacturers of digital media players, mobile phones, digital cameras, eBook readers, flash cards, USB drives, and embedded flash modules.

Pliant Technology

Series C in 2009
Pliant Technology specializes in developing advanced solid state drive storage devices tailored for the enterprise computing market, particularly through its innovative Enterprise Flash Drives (EFDs). These drives are engineered to integrate seamlessly into existing enterprise information systems, enhancing performance, reliability, energy efficiency, and total cost of ownership for data center storage. Pliant's EFDs cater to data-intensive applications across various sectors, including finance, e-commerce, and video on demand. By significantly outperforming traditional hard drives and consumer solid state storage devices, Pliant's solutions allow enterprise data centers to achieve greater operational efficiency with reduced costs, energy consumption, and physical space requirements. The company's technology, grounded in a proprietary ASIC design and advanced software architecture, redefines the storage paradigm while supporting environmental sustainability goals. Founded by a team of industry veterans from prominent companies, Pliant Technology leverages extensive expertise to drive innovation in the data storage landscape.

Pliant Technology

Series B in 2008
Pliant Technology specializes in developing advanced solid state drive storage devices tailored for the enterprise computing market, particularly through its innovative Enterprise Flash Drives (EFDs). These drives are engineered to integrate seamlessly into existing enterprise information systems, enhancing performance, reliability, energy efficiency, and total cost of ownership for data center storage. Pliant's EFDs cater to data-intensive applications across various sectors, including finance, e-commerce, and video on demand. By significantly outperforming traditional hard drives and consumer solid state storage devices, Pliant's solutions allow enterprise data centers to achieve greater operational efficiency with reduced costs, energy consumption, and physical space requirements. The company's technology, grounded in a proprietary ASIC design and advanced software architecture, redefines the storage paradigm while supporting environmental sustainability goals. Founded by a team of industry veterans from prominent companies, Pliant Technology leverages extensive expertise to drive innovation in the data storage landscape.

Pliant Technology

Series A in 2008
Pliant Technology specializes in developing advanced solid state drive storage devices tailored for the enterprise computing market, particularly through its innovative Enterprise Flash Drives (EFDs). These drives are engineered to integrate seamlessly into existing enterprise information systems, enhancing performance, reliability, energy efficiency, and total cost of ownership for data center storage. Pliant's EFDs cater to data-intensive applications across various sectors, including finance, e-commerce, and video on demand. By significantly outperforming traditional hard drives and consumer solid state storage devices, Pliant's solutions allow enterprise data centers to achieve greater operational efficiency with reduced costs, energy consumption, and physical space requirements. The company's technology, grounded in a proprietary ASIC design and advanced software architecture, redefines the storage paradigm while supporting environmental sustainability goals. Founded by a team of industry veterans from prominent companies, Pliant Technology leverages extensive expertise to drive innovation in the data storage landscape.

SiPort

Series B in 2007
SiPort is a developer of digital radio semiconductors that specializes in high-performance, low-power, single-chip CMOS solutions. These products enable both free-to-air and subscription broadcast audio and data services across a range of devices, including MP3 players, mobile handsets, personal navigation devices, automotive radios, and home audio systems. SiPort's technology supports various analog and digital broadcast standards, allowing manufacturers to deliver an array of audio content, including HD digital radio and familiar live programming, to consumers on-the-go. The company's solutions are designed to meet the demands of mobile and portable devices by providing the necessary low power consumption, compact form factor, and cost-effectiveness for applications such as live navigation data services.

AudioPixels

Post in 2007
The company's technology enables the production of thin high-performance loudspeakers suitable for a wide range of devices.

Blaze DFM

Series B in 2007
Blaze DFM, Inc. develops and delivers electrical DFM solutions for integrated device manufacturers, fabless semiconductor companies, and silicon foundries. The company offers BLAZE MO software that performs leakage power optimization on chips; and BLAZE IF software, which meets foundry CMP requirements for density and smoothness. Blaze DFM, Inc. was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California. As of February 23, 2009, Blaze DFM, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Tela Innovations, Inc.

D2Audio

Series D in 2006
D2Audio Corporation specializes in the manufacturing and supply of intelligent digital amplifiers, which are unique in the market. The company offers a comprehensive range of cost-effective and powerful multi-channel amplifier modules designed for high-quality audio equipment across various sectors, including consumer electronics, commercial applications, and the automotive industry. In addition to its amplifier products, D2Audio provides integrated circuit platforms tailored for digital media applications. The company also offers technical support services to its clients, ensuring effective implementation and operation of its audio solutions.

D2Audio

Series C in 2005
D2Audio Corporation specializes in the manufacturing and supply of intelligent digital amplifiers, which are unique in the market. The company offers a comprehensive range of cost-effective and powerful multi-channel amplifier modules designed for high-quality audio equipment across various sectors, including consumer electronics, commercial applications, and the automotive industry. In addition to its amplifier products, D2Audio provides integrated circuit platforms tailored for digital media applications. The company also offers technical support services to its clients, ensuring effective implementation and operation of its audio solutions.

Blaze DFM

Series A in 2004
Blaze DFM, Inc. develops and delivers electrical DFM solutions for integrated device manufacturers, fabless semiconductor companies, and silicon foundries. The company offers BLAZE MO software that performs leakage power optimization on chips; and BLAZE IF software, which meets foundry CMP requirements for density and smoothness. Blaze DFM, Inc. was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California. As of February 23, 2009, Blaze DFM, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Tela Innovations, Inc.

Golden Gate Technology

Series A in 2004
Golden Gate Technology, Inc. (GGT) develops electronics design software tools that address the advanced design requirements of low-power integrated circuits (ICs). Leading semiconductor companies use GGT software to create multi-million-gate back-end physical designs on time and at spec. GGT's products enable design engineers to reduce IC power consumption and improve power management without sacrificing chip performance and integrity. GGT is headquartered in San Jose, Calif.

D2Audio

Series B in 2003
D2Audio Corporation specializes in the manufacturing and supply of intelligent digital amplifiers, which are unique in the market. The company offers a comprehensive range of cost-effective and powerful multi-channel amplifier modules designed for high-quality audio equipment across various sectors, including consumer electronics, commercial applications, and the automotive industry. In addition to its amplifier products, D2Audio provides integrated circuit platforms tailored for digital media applications. The company also offers technical support services to its clients, ensuring effective implementation and operation of its audio solutions.

Teem Photonics

Venture Round in 2003
Teem Photonics S.A. is a manufacturer based in Meylan, France, specializing in passively Q-switched microlasers and photonics integrated circuits utilizing ion exchange technology. The company's Q-switched microlasers are known for their distinctive capabilities of generating sub-nanosecond, high peak power pulses from compact packages at elevated repetition rates. Teem Photonics also provides a range of products, including infrared, green, and ultraviolet lasers, as well as three-dimensional microfabrication solutions. Their offerings cater to diverse applications such as biomedical uses, marking, sensing, material processing, and advanced optical systems. Additionally, the company develops custom optical devices and solutions for silicon-photonics connections, along with comprehensive optical design, testing, assembly, packaging, and technical support services. Teem Photonics, founded in 1998, maintains a global presence with offices across Europe, the Asia-Pacific region, North America, and Mexico.
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